Dead Ringers
Dead Ringers is a twice monthly horror podcast covering double features with shared DNA (e.g. premise, structure, concept), but distinct personalities. Each episode, host and producer Nolan McBride is joined by a rotating panel of co-hosts to analyze each film individually before comparing and contrasting the differences in their approaches and highlighting what each movie brings to the horror genre.
Episodes
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2024
On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, and Philip Yount to discuss their favorite horror movies of 2024. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: 2024 Spooky Season Catch-Up
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to discuss a couple movies seen at Fantastic Fest 2024, catch up on new discoveries and rewatches from this Halloween season, and lament our descent into 4K movie madness. Movies discussed on this episode: BONE LAKE (2024), V/H/S/BEYOND (2024), MR. CROCKET (2024), AJ GOES TO THE DOG PARK (2024), CHAINSAWS
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: Talking TALES FROM THE VOID with Showrunners Francesco Loschiavo and John Thomas Kelley
On this Off-Topic episode, Ben is joined by Nolan McBride and Paul Farrell — as well as special guests Francesco Loschiavo and John Thomas Kelley — to discuss Tales From The Void, the new Screambox anthology series based on stories from the r/NoSleep community. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: Programming a 24-Hour Marathon with A CUT BELOW Author Scott Drebit
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, and Ben McBride — as well as special guest Scott Drebit from Daily Dead — to talk about his new book, A CUT BELOW: A CELEBRATION OF B HORROR MOVIES, 1950S–1980S, and collectively program a 24-hour horror movie marathon. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: No More Room in Hell: 'Dawn of th
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: Paul's Marathon Of Madness
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Emily von Seele to celebrate Paul's most recent milestone birthday with a very special marathon programmed by the the great (2000) man himself. Movies discussed on this episode: THEATRE OF BLOOD (1973), BLACK SABBATH (1963), SHADOW OF A DOUBT (1943), MADHOUSE (1974). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2023 - Part 2
On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, and Philip Yount to discuss (the second half and ranking of) their favorite horror movies of 2023. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Emily's Favorites of 2023 by Emily von Seele (Daily Dead)
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2023 - Part 1
On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, and Philip Yount to discuss (the first half of) their favorite horror movies of 2023. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:
Dead Ringers Episode 69: THE EXORCIST + THE MEDIUM (2021)
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele and Paul Farrell to discuss William Friedkin's THE EXORCIST (1973) and Banjong Pisanthanakun's THE MEDIUM (2021). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before enlisting the aid of a spiritual warrior to fight against the forces of evil possessing their daughters. Other movies discussed on this episode: NIGHT OF THE DEMONS (1988), THE
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2023 - Second Half feat. PROPERTY, THE CREATOR, SAW X, SUITABLE FLESH, ONE-PERCENTER
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw during the second half of Fantastic Fest 2023. Movies discussed on this episode: #MANHOLE (2023), STRANGE DARLING (2023), YOU'RE NOT ME (2023), PROPERTY (2023), THE INVISIBLE FIGHT (2023), THE CREATOR (2023), BLONDE DEATH (1984), WE ARE ZOMBIES (2023), SAW X (2023), WAKE UP (2023), SUITA
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2023 - First Half feat. THE TOXIC AVENGER, WHEN EVIL LURKS, V/H/S/85, STOPMOTION, KILL, RIVER
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw during the first half of Fantastic Fest 2023. Movies discussed on this episode: THE TOXIC AVENGER (2023), SLEEP (2023), TIGER STRIPES (2023), THE ORIGIN (2023), WHEN EVIL LURKS (2023), SCALA (2023), WHERE THE DEVIL ROAMS (2023), THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER (2023), RAGE
Dead Ringers OT - SAWcast: The SAW Franchise
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Ben McBride — as well as special guest Jason "Jinx" Jenkins from Scream Addicts and Bloody Disgusting — to discuss their admiration for the Saw franchise, its endearingly convoluted plot, and all of the best death traps. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode:
Dead Ringers Episode 68: THE DEN + UNFRIENDED: DARK WEB
Nolan is joined by Kat McBride and Emily von Seele — as well as special guest Ari Drew from Bloody Disgusting — to discuss Zachary Donohue's THE DEN (2014) and Stephen Susco's UNFRIENDED: DARK WEB (2018). The crew catches up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before joining a virtual hangout to explore the dark corners of the internet together and see what mysteries they can uncove
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: Kat's Anthology of Existential Angst and Fun Times
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to celebrate Kat's recent milestone birthday with a very special marathon programmed by the birthday girl herself. Movies discussed on this episode: KWAIDAN (1964), EX MACHINA (2015), IN FABRIC (2019), COHERENCE (2014). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: Fantasia Film Fest
Dead Ringers 67 - C.H.U.D + THE HOST
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Paul Farrell to discuss Douglas Cheek's C.H.U.D. (1984) and Bong Joon-ho's THE HOST (2006). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before facing off against the mutated spawn of toxic waste and the U.S. government's lack of regard for human life. Other movies discussed on this episode: INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR (2023), B
Dead Ringers 66 - NIGHTBREED + BASKET CASE 2
Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Paul Farrell to discuss Clive Barker's NIGHTBREED (1990) and Frank Henenlotter's BASKET CASE 2 (1990). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before finding a new home among fellow freaks and being forced to defend it against an intolerant world. Other movies discussed on this episode: GREEN ROOM (2016), THE LOVED ONES (2009), MAGIC (19
Dead Ringers 65 - YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN + RETURN OF THE KILLER TOMATOES
Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Kat McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (1974) and John De Bello's RETURN OF THE KILLER TOMATES (1988). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before embracing their mad scientist roots and bringing a new generation of monstrous (but silly) creations to the world. Other movies/TV shows discussed on thi
Dead Ringers 64 - DAGON + DARK WATERS (1993)
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Philip Yount to discuss Stuart Gordon's DAGON (2001) and Mariano Baino's DARK WATERS (1993). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before a trip to a strange seaside town leads them straight into the arms of a creepy cult. Other movies discussed on this episode: COCAINE BEAR (2023), BARBARIAN (2022), EVIL DEAD (2013), MORTAL KOMBAT
Dead Ringers 63 - EVIL DEAD II + TALES FROM THE CRYPT: DEMON KNIGHT
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Emily von Seele to discuss Sam Raimi's EVIL DEAD II (1987) and Ernest Dickerson's TALES FROM THE CRYPT: DEMON KNIGHT (1995). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before taking refuge from the forces of evil in a roadside motel along with a group of strangers. Other movies/books/TV shows discussed on this episode: SCREAM VI (2023) (Sp
Dead Ringers 62 - THE EVIL DEAD (1981) + THE RUINS
Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Philip Yount to discuss Sam Raimi's THE EVIL DEAD (1981) and Carter Smith's THE RUINS (2008). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before their cozy cabin holiday is spoiled by an ancient, evil force that turns nature against them. Other movies discussed on this episode: POLTERGEIST (1982), THE BABADOOK (2014), PROJECT WOLF HUNTING
Dead Ringers 61 - SCREAM 2 + MATINEE
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Ben McBride to discuss Wes Craven's SCREAM 2 (1997) and Joe Dante's MATINEE (1993). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before heading to their local single-screen theater to see the newest schlock film inspired by the anxieties and horrors of the real world. Other movies/books discussed on this episode: M3GAN (2023), SORRY ABOUT TH
Dead Ringers 60 - SCREAM (1996) + I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER
Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Thomas Foster, and Emily von Seele to discuss Wes Craven's SCREAM (1996) and Jim Gillespie's I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER (1997). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before the sins of the past give rise to vengeful killers who leave a trail of adolescent bodies in their wake. Other movies discussed on this episode: SKINAMARINK (2
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2022
On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by nearly the entire Dead Ringers crew — Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — to discuss their favorite horror movies of 2022. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: 'Welcome to Dead House' – Revisiting the Very First 'Goosebumps' Book and Its TV Adaptation by Paul Farrel
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: Interview with SCARE PACKAGE II: RAD CHAD'S REVENGE Co-Writer/Producer Cameron Burns
On this Off-Topic episode, Ben and Nolan are joined by SCARE PACKAGE II: RAD CHAD'S REVENGE Co-Writer/Producer Cameron Burns to talk about the new horror comedy sequel and the fun challenges of spearheading a horror anthology with so many different filmmakers. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode:
Dead Ringers Off-Topic: Talking Movie Monsters with MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS 2 Author Heather Wixson
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Paul Farrell — as well as special guest Heather Wixson from Daily Dead — to talk about her newest book, MONSTERS, MAKEUP & EFFECTS 2: CONVERSATIONS WITH CINEMA'S GREATEST ARTISTS, and discuss some of their favorite movie monsters, as well as the people behind them. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on
Dead Ringers 59 - MANDY + THE CROW
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Bryan Christopher from Daily Dead/Rue Morgue — to discuss Panos Cosmatos' Mandy (2018) and Alex Proyas' The Crow (1994). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before they're bestowed with otherworldly power to avenge the death of their significant others. Other movies discussed on this episod
Dead Ringers OT - FrightFall Discoveries 2022
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Ben McBride to discuss some of their favorite spooky new discoveries from this October, as well as a couple Halloween season rewatches. Movies discussed on this episode: THE MUNSTERS (2022), THE INVITATION (2022), HOUSE OF DARKNESS (2022), NIGHT OF THE COMET (1984), RAVENOUS (1999), THE STYLIST (2021), SORORITY BABES IN THE SLIMEBALL B
Dead Ringers 58 - THEY LIVE + SOCIETY
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, Philip Yount, and Ben McBride to discuss John Carpenter's THEY LIVE (1988) and Brian Yuzna's SOCIETY (1989). The crew dive into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before uncovering a gooey conspiracy that threatens all of humanity. Other movies discussed on this episode: BARBARIAN (2022), GLORIOUS (2022), THE CRAZIES (1973), VIDEODROME
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2022: Interview with H4Z4RD & CUB Director Jonas Govaerts
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by H4Z4RD director Jonas Govaerts to talk about his kinetic new action comedy, working with DJ Dimitri Vegas, when and when not to push the audience's buttons, and his 2014 camp slasher, CUB (spoilers from 49:40 - 53:10). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode:
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2022: Days 7 & 8 feat. HELLRAISER (2022), PROJECT WOLF HUNTING, SATANIC HISPANICS, ATTACHMENT
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Kat McBride to talk about all of the rest of the movies they saw during Fantastic Fest 2022 — including David Bruckner's (excellent) HELLRAISER reboot. Movies discussed on this episode: FLOWING (2022), PROJECT WOLF HUNTING (2022), SATANIC HISPANICS (2022), HELLRAISER (2022), BLOOD RELATIVES (2022), ATTACHMENT (2022). L
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2022: Days 5 & 6 feat. KING ON SCREEN, SHIN ULTRAMAN, A WOUNDED FAWN, SWALLOWED
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about some of the movies they saw during the second half of Fantastic Fest 2022. Movies discussed on this episode: KING ON SCREEN (2022), SHIN ULTRAMAN (2022), YEAR OF THE SHARK (2022), LYNCH/OZ (2022), HUESERA (2022), VENUS (2022), A WOUNDED FAWN (2022), H4Z4RD (2022), NIGHTMARE (2022), SWALLOWED (2022), V/H/S/9
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2022: Days 3 & 4 feat. SICK, LIVING WITH CHUCKY, BONES AND ALL, SOMETHING IN THE DIRT
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw on the third and fourth day of Fantastic Fest 2022. Movies discussed on this episode: EVIL EYE (2022), GAMERA VS. ZIGRA (1971), LEONOR WILL NEVER DIE (2022), MISTER ORGAN (2022), THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (2022), SICK (2022), DECISION TO LEAVE (2022), LIVING WITH CHUCKY (2022), BONES AND
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2022: Days 1 & 2 feat. SMILE, TERRIFIER 2, THE MENU, H4Z4RD, KIDS VS. ALIENS
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Emily von Seele to talk about the movies they saw during the first two days of Fantastic Fest 2022. Movies discussed on this episode: SMILE (2022), TERRIFIER 2 (2022), HUNT (2022), YEAR OF THE SHARK (2022), BLOOD RELATIVES (2022), HUESERA (2022), VENUS (2022), THE MENU (2022), H4Z4RD (2022), KIDS VS. ALIENS (2022). Links of interest an
Dead Ringers 57 - THE DESCENT + THE REEF
Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, and Thomas Foster to discuss Neil Marshall's THE DESCENT (2005) and Andrew Traucki's THE REEF (2011). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before their off-the-beaten-path adventure lands them in the territory of vicious, primal creatures. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: THE FALL (2022), BODIES, BODIES, B
Dead Ringers 56 - TRAIN TO BUSAN + SNOWPIERCER
Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Thomas Foster, and Paul Farrell to discuss Yeon Sang-ho's TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016) and Bong Joon-ho's SNOWPIERCER (2013). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before they're packed onto a train full of panicked people to escape infection. Other movies discussed on this episode: OUT THERE HALLOWEEN MEGA TAPE (2022), ANGEL HEART (1987), SHE W
Dead Ringers 55 - HOUSE OF WAX (2005) + TOURIST TRAP
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Philip Yount to discuss Jaume Collet-Serra's HOUSE OF WAX (2005) and David Schmoeller's TOURIST TRAP (1979). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before the proprietor of a neglected roadside attraction entraps them and tries to make them permanent additions to his personal museum. Other movies/TV shows discussed
Dead Ringers 54 - MALIGNANT + NINJA III: THE DOMINATION
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to discuss James Wan's MALIGNANT (2021) and Sam Firstenberg's NINJA III: THE DOMINATION (1988). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before their bodies are co-opted by psychopathic killers hellbent on revenge. Other movies discussed on this episode: THE WICKER MAN (1973), MAD GOD (2022),
Dead Ringers 53 - HAPPY DEATH DAY + TRIANGLE
Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Paul Farrell to discuss Christopher Landon's HAPPY DEATH DAY (2018) and Christopher Smith's TRIANGLE (2009). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before becoming snared in a temporal loop and targeted by an unknown killer. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: SPELLCASTER (1991), PANDEMONIUM (1982), CRIMES OF THE FUTURE
Dead Ringers 52 - BLACK SUNDAY (1960) + DRACULA: PRINCE OF DARKNESS
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Thomas Foster to discuss Mario Bava's BLACK SUNDAY (1960) and Terence Fisher's DRACULA: PRINCE OF DARKNESS (1966). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before wandering into the path of an ancient evil that has just risen after centuries of lying dormant. Other movies discussed on this episode: FIRESTARTER (2022), TEXAS CHAINSAW MASS
Dead Ringers 51 - THE AUTOPSY OF JANE DOE + THE VIGIL
Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Philip Yount to discuss André Øvredal's THE AUTOPSY OF JANE DOE (2016) and Keith Thomas' THE VIGIL (2021). The crew dive into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before spending the night standing watch over some corpses that may not as dead as they appear to be. Other movies discussed on this episode: DOCTOR STRANGE AND
Dead Ringers OT - Quarterly Horror Catch-Up
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to catch up on 2022's big horror releases so far, as well as some recent discoveries. Movies discussed on this episode: SCREAM (2022) (Spoilers: 12:45-22:30), TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE (2022), THE CURSED (2022), FRESH (2022) (Spoilers: 58:30-1:13:30), X (2022), YELLOWJACKETS (202
Dead Ringers OT - The #ThanksBen Marathon
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to celebrate Ben's recent milestone birthday with a very special marathon. Movies discussed on this episode: COLD HELL (2017), EIGHT LEGGED FREAKS (2002), MIMIC (1997), INTRUDER (1989). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Goosebumps: The Haunted Mask – Revisiting a Classic
The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2021
On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by nearly the entire Dead Ringers crew — Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — to discuss their favorite horror movies of 2021. Editor's Note: As mentioned in years past, this particular method of end of year discussion is 100% inspired by and attributed to the video game website, Giant Bomb. Links of
Dead Ringers 50 - WIND CHILL + SCARE ME
Nolan is joined by Ben McBride and Paul Farrell — as well as special guest Daniel Wheatfall — to discuss Gregory Jacobs' WIND CHILL (2007) and Josh Ruben's SCARE ME (2020). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before getting stranded in the snow and forced to contend with the charged tension among their band of traveling podcasters. Other movies/TV shows discussed o
Dead Ringers 49 - THE RING (2002) + THE EMPTY MAN
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to discuss Gore Verbinski's THE RING (2002) and David Prior's THE EMPTY MAN (2020). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before investigating a series of strange deaths and becoming the unwitting tools of evil forces. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: BROTHERHOOD OF THE WOLF (2001), KILL
Dead Ringers 48 - MONKEY SHINES + UPGRADE
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell, Ben McBride, and Philip Yount to discuss George A. Romero's MONKEY SHINES (1988) and Leigh Whannell's UPGRADE (2018). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases — including a lengthy review of David Gordon Green's HALLOWEEN KILLS (2021) (Spoilers from 22:00 – 44:00) — before undergoing experimental treatments to extend their consciousnesse
Dead Ringers 47 - DEMONS + POPCORN
Nolan is joined by Philip Yount, Ben McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Lamberto Bava's DEMONS (1985) and Mark Herrier's POPCORN (1991). The crew catch up on spooky season discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before attending an all-night movie marathon where the horrors onscreen begin to unfold in their theater. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: HELLBENDER (2022), BONES
Dead Ringers OT - ChuckyCast: The CHILD'S PLAY Franchise
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Paul Farrell to discuss their love for the CHILD'S PLAY franchise and the enduring legacy of its foul-mouthed killer doll. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research on this episode: 'X The Unknown' Was One of Hammer's More Interesting Tales of Disquieting Science [Hammer Factory] by Paul Farrell (Bloody Disg
Dead Ringers 46 - PYEWACKET + VERONICA
Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Adam MacDonald's PYEWACKET (2017) and Paco Plaza's VERONICA (2017). The crew dig into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before impulsively invoking forces beyond the boundaries of the natural world and suffering the consequences of their adolescent indiscretions. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episod
Dead Ringers 45 - CARNIVAL OF SOULS (1962) + MESSIAH OF EVIL
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Trevor Henderson — to discuss Herk Harvey's CARNIVAL OF SOULS (1962) and Willard Huyck & Gloria Katz's MESSIAH OF EVIL (1973). The crew catch up on new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before being chased around an eerie, seaside town by a pack of ghouls. Other movies/TV shows/video games discussed on this episo
Dead Ringers OT - Fantasia Fest 2021: Interview with the HELLBENDER Filmmakers
On this Off-Topic episode, Emily von Seele is joined by the filmmaking family behind Hellbender — Toby Poser, John Adams, and Zelda Adams — to talk about the unexpected inspirations for their new film, making movies on the road during a pandemic, and the unique challenges and rewards of acting opposite your real-life family. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: [F
Dead Ringers 44 - A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) + CANDYMAN (1992)
Nolan is joined by Kat McBride, Ben McBride, and Emily von Seele to discuss Wes Craven's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) and Bernard Rose's CANDYMAN (1992). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases before being targeted by urban legends that have come to life and are seeking revenge for their extrajudicial killings. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: HELLBE
Dead Ringers 43 - FRIDAY THE 13TH PART 2 + THE BURNING
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Scott Drebit from Daily Dead — to discuss Steve Miner's FRIDAY THE 13TH PART 2 (1981) and Tony Maylam's THE BURNING (1981). The crew catch up on the FEAR STREET trilogy before being stalked and slashed by campfire tales-come-to-life from a previous generation. Other movies discussed on this episode: FEAR ST
Dead Ringers 42 - TENEBRAE + KNIFE+HEART
Nolan is joined by Thomas Foster, Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, and Philip Yount to discuss Dario Argento's TENEBRAE (1982) and Yann Gonzalez's KNIFE+HEART (2018). The crew catch up on recent releases, new discoveries, and rewatches before being targeted by listeners who were inspired by the podcast to go on a killing spree. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: COME TRUE (2021)
Dead Ringers 41 - CARRIE (1976) + THELMA
Nolan is joined by Thomas Foster, Emily von Seele, Kat Adams, and Ben McBride to discuss Brian De Palma's CARRIE (1976) and Joachim Trier's THELMA (2017). The crew catch up on recent releases, new discoveries, and rewatches before the powers their religious parents tried to suppress finally manifest and wreak havoc on their social lives. Other movies discussed on this episode: SHADOW IN THE
Dead Ringers 40 - THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN + THE HORROR OF FRANKENSTEIN
Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell — as well as special guest Daniel Epler from the Cobwebs podcast — to discuss Terence Fisher's THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1957) and Jimmy Sangster's THE HORROR OF FRANKENSTEIN (1970). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent releases — including a review of Simon McQuoid's MORTAL KOMBAT (2021) — before trying to make life out of nothing at all (bes
Dead Ringers OT - The MORTAL KOMBAT Essential Kinematik Kurrikulum
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Philip Yount and Thomas Foster — as well as special guests Mike Scott from the Adkins Undisputed podcast and Bryan Christopher from Daily Dead/Rue Morgue — to discuss MORTAL KOMBAT and its cinematic inspirations and contemporaries. The crew recount their personal histories with the bloody video game series and talk about some of their favorite movies
Dead Ringers 39 - TREMORS + GRABBERS
Nolan is joined by Thomas Foster and Philip Yount — as well as special guest Jeff Ewing from the Humanoids From The Deep Dive podcast — to discuss Ron Underwood's TREMORS (1990) and Jon Wright's GRABBERS (2012). The crew digs into new discoveries, rewatches, and recent horror releases — including a review of Adam Wingard's GODZILLA VS. KONG (2021) — before getting drunk while playing a deadly gam
Dead Ringers 38 - THE CRAFT + ALL CHEERLEADERS DIE
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele and Philip Yount to discuss Andrew Fleming's THE CRAFT (1996) and Lucky McKee & Chris Sivertson's ALL CHEERLEADERS DIE (2014). The crew share their thoughts on recent horror releases, new discoveries, and rewatches before trying to enlist another witch to help call the corners and enact their plans for vengeance against the football players that wronged them. Oth
Dead Ringers 37 - THE BABADOOK + UNDER THE SHADOW
Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to discuss Jennifer Kent's THE BABADOOK (2014) and Babak Anvari's UNDER THE SHADOW (2016). The crew catches up on recent horror releases, new discoveries, and rewatches before their suppressed anxieties manifest as supernatural entities that wreak havoc on their already fraught existence. Other movies discussed on this episode: PRIN
Dead Ringers OT - The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2020
On this very special Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by nearly the entire Dead Ringers crew — Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — to discuss their favorite horror movies of 2020. Editor's Note: As mentioned in years past, this particular method of end of year discussion is 100% inspired by and attributed to the video game website, Giant Bomb. Links of
Dead Ringers OT - The Ho! Ho! Horror!
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to discuss their favorite horror movies that celebrate (or are set against) the Christmas season. Movies discussed on this episode: GREMLINS (1984), KRAMPUS (2015), ANNA AND THE APOCALYPSE (2017), BLACK CHRISTMAS (1974), BLACK CHRISTMAS (2006), BLACK CHRISTMAS (2019), and man
Dead Ringers OT - Post-FrightFall Comedown - Round 2
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell, Kat Adams, and Thomas Foster to catch-up on their favorite new discoveries and rewatches from this Halloween season. Movies/TV shows/games discussed on this episode: THE WOODS (2006), ALL CHEERLEADERS DIE (2014), DRAG ME TO HELL (2009), TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID (2019), THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER (2017), CORALINE (2009), HELL HOUSE LLC II
Dead Ringers OT - Post-FrightFall Comedown - Round 1
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, and Philip Yount to catch-up on their favorite new discoveries and rewatches from this Halloween season. Movies/TV shows discussed on this episode: SEA FEVER (2020), SLEEPWALKERS (1992), HOST (2020), SPOOKIES (1988), SCARE PACKAGE (2020), THE WOLF OF SNOW HOLLOW (2020), CHRISTINE (1983), THE HITCHER (1986), THEM (2006),
Dead Ringers OT - Dead Ringers Drive-In - 2nd Showing
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Philip Yount, Thomas Foster, and Ben McBride to program more drive-in horror movie marathons. Movies discussed on this episode: THE GATE (1988), TREMORS (1990), VISITING HOURS (1982), THE GUEST (2014), AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (2014), DAWN OF THE DEAD (2004), WISHMASTER (1997), THE PURGE: ANARCHY (2014), THE DESCENT (2005), FROM DUSK TILL DAWN (1996), PONTYP
Dead Ringers OT - Dead Ringers Drive-In - 1st Showing
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to program their own drive-in horror movie marathons. Movies discussed on this episode: DEAD HEAT (1988), NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (1968), THE 'BURBS (1989), POPCORN (1991), END OF DAYS (1999), THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE (1974), THE STEPFATHER (1987), SCREAM 2 (1997), THE MIDNIGHT MEAT TRAIN (2008), HOU
Dead Ringers OT - Screaming Recommendations - Vol. 2
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Philip Yount, and Thomas Foster to recommend streaming horror movies to fill out your Spooky Season and highlight some frightful flicks you may have overlooked. Movies discussed on this episode: THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR (2020) (Netflix), RANDOM ACTS OF VIOLENCE (2020) (Shudder), HELL FEST (2018) (Hulu), FOUND FOOTAGE 3D (2016) (Shudde
Dead Ringers OT - Screaming Recommendations - Vol. 1
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell and Ben McBride — as well as special guest Nick Caruso from TVLine — to recommend streaming horror movies to fill out your Spooky Season and highlight some quality direct-to-streaming movies you may have overlooked. Movies discussed on this episode: DOWN (2019) (Hulu), CULTURE SHOCK (2019) (Hulu), SCARE ME (2020) (Shudder), ALL THAT WE DES
Dead Ringers OT - FrightFall 2: Spooky Boogaloo - Part II
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Kat Adams, and Thomas Foster to discuss their seasonal traditions and viewing rituals for Spooky Season, as well as some of the movies they are excited to discover or revisit this October. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: John Carpenter's The Fog (w/ Emily von Seele) (Horrorversary) (podcast)
Dead Ringers OT - FrightFall 2: Spooky Boogaloo - Part I
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Paul Farrell, Ben McBride, and Philip Yount to discuss their seasonal traditions and viewing rituals for Spooky Season, as well as some of the movies they are excited to discover or revisit this October. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: 5 Years Later: 'Goosebumps' Brought R.L. Stine's Twisted Imagination to the
Dead Ringers OT - Quarantine Catch-Up Round 2
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Kat Adams, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount to discuss what they have been watching and doing to keep themselves sane during their year of quarantine life. Movies/games discussed on this episode: HANSEL & GRETEL (2020), COLOR OUT OF SPACE (2020), UNDERWATER (2020), LIFE (2016), SEA FEVER (2020), THE DEAD DON'T DIE (2019), SHIRLEY (2020), URBAN LEGEND (1
Dead Ringers OT - Quarantine Catch-Up Round 1
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Emily von Seele, and Paul Farrell to discuss what they have been watching and doing to keep themselves sane during their year of quarantine life. Movies discussed on this episode: CAT PEOPLE (1982), SLEEPWALKERS (1992), SPUTNIK (2020), BEAST (2018), CURSED FILMS (2020), HOST (2020), BRAHMS: THE BOY II (2020), THE RENTAL (2020), BILL & TED
Dead Ringers OT - The Top 10 Horror Movies of 2019
On this very special (and very delayed) Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by nearly the entire Dead Ringers crew — Emily von Seele, Ben McBride, Paul Farrell, Thomas Foster, and Philip Yount — to discuss their favorite horror movies of 2019. Editor's Note: As mentioned on the episode, this particular method of end of year discussion is 100% inspired by and attributed to the video game website, G
Dead Ringers 36 - BLACK SWAN + BLISS
Nolan is joined by Ben McBride, Thomas Foster, and Paul Farrell to discuss Darren Aronofsky's BLACK SWAN (2010) and Joe Begos' BLISS (2019). The crew share their thoughts on recent horror releases, new discoveries, and rewatches before pushing themselves to physical and mental extremes in order to achieve artistic perfection and falling apart along the way. Other movies/TV shows discussed on this
Dead Ringers 35 - AS ABOVE, SO BELOW + BLAIR WITCH (2016)
Nolan is joined by Kat Adams, Emily von Seele, and Philip Yount to discuss John Erick Dowdle's AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (2014) and Adam Wingard's BLAIR WITCH (2016). The crew share their thoughts on new discoveries and rewatches, as well as recent horror releases — including a review of Mike Flanagan's DOCTOR SLEEP (2019) (**Spoilers from 7:25 - 11:25**) — before the unresolved baggage from a lost famil
Dead Ringers 34 - MAY + THE EYES OF MY MOTHER
Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele, Paul Farrell, and Philip Yount to discuss Lucky McKee's MAY (2003) and Nicolas Pesce's THE EYES OF MY MOTHER (2016). The crew share their thoughts on spooky season discoveries, as well as recent releases and rewatches, before trauma and prolonged isolation force the group to take extreme measures in an attempt at making friends. Other movies/TV shows discussed o
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2019: Interview with THE DEEPER YOU DIG Co-Director/Co-Writer/Co-Star Toby Poser
On this Off-Topic episode, Emily von Seele is joined by THE DEEPER YOU DIG co-director/co-writer/co-star Toby Poser to talk about her new film making its way through the festival circuit and what it's like to make micro-budget films with your family. Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: [Fantasia 2019] THE DEEPER YOU DIG Review: A Lonely Journey into the Depths of
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2019: Day 8 Recap
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Emily von Seele and Paul Farrell live from this year's Fantastic Fest to discuss the movies they saw on the eighth and final day of the country's largest genre movie festival. Movies discussed on this episode: THE SHIP OF MONSTERS (1960), PARASITE (2019), KNIVES OUT (2019). Links of interest and/or sources cited for research for this episode: Episode
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2019: Day 7 Recap
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Kat Adams, Paul Farrell, and Emily von Seele live from this year's Fantastic Fest to discuss the movies they saw on the seventh day of the country's largest genre movie festival. Movies discussed on this episode: THE OTHER LAMB (2019), KEEP ME COMPANY (2019), THE LONG WALK (2019), THE TRUE ADVENTURES OF WOLF BOY (2019), TRAMPA INFERNAL (1989), SEA FEVE
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2019: Day 6 Recap
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Kat Adams, Paul Farrell, and Emily von Seele live from this year's Fantastic Fest to discuss the movies they saw on the sixth day of the country's largest genre movie festival. Movies discussed on this episode: THE PEANUT BUTTER SOLUTION (1985), THE VAST OF NIGHT (2019), THE POOL (2018), FRACTURED (2019), THE DEEPER YOU DIG (2019), RANDOM ACTS OF VIOLE
Dead Ringers OT - Fantastic Fest 2019: Day 5 Recap
On this Off-Topic episode, Nolan is joined by Kat Adams, Paul Farrell, and Emily von Seele live from this year's Fantastic Fest to discuss the movies (and feud) they saw on the fifth day of the country's largest genre movie festival. Movies discussed on this episode: VIVARIUM (2019), PREY (1977), IN THE SHADOW OF THE MOON (2019), THE LODGE (2020), VHYES (2019), WRINKLES THE CLOWN (2019). Links of
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