Doomed? We could have told you that 23 episodes ago. When it comes to horror franchises and slasher masters, it doesn't get much bigger than this! This week, Cody and Matt head to Camp Crystal Lake to fix some gutters, play strip Monopoly, and. . . well, die. They talk the Mrs. Voorhees's that could have been, the local color around Crystal Lake, behind the scenes tidbits, and how fashionable the local whacko is. It's not Summer until a few teenagers get brutally murdered in rural New Jersey! Th...
Jun 04, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Folks, we've got a doozy for ya. If there was ever a time to heed a warning, this is the time to heed. This movie has some extreme violence, including sexual. While we don't always warn for moments like this in movies, we wanted to re-iterate the warning at the top for those who may be especially affected. In this bonus episode, Cody and Matt subject themselves to what is being touted as one of the most depraved zombie flicks of all time. They talk the importance of honest and grounded acting, r...
Jun 01, 2022•56 min
No need to wait, our next episode is here! This week, Matt and Cody discuss this classic play-turned-home-invasion-thriller. They talk about the legacy of this type of horror, the greatness of peerless Audrey Hepburn, power dynamics of hapless criminals, and the many many many hats/wigs of Alan Arkin. Does a character playing a character playing a character qualify for the illustrious Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award? Should children be allowed to save the day if they are absolutely irr...
May 28, 2022•1 hr 12 min
They knew they should've taken that left turn at Albequerque. . . This week, Cody and Matt talk the ears off of those hills with their admiration for horror icon Wes Craven. They also discuss the danger of unfortunately timed picnics, Flintstones inspired jewelry, and a metaphorical representation of the economic gap between classes in the late 1970's. You know, standard fare. The boys chew on the idea of mountain men, the ideal American family, and just how exactly this can be transformed into ...
May 21, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Ladies and Gentlemen...Her...editary! This week, Matt and Cody venture into the land of A24 and the directorial debut of one of Horror's Newest Hit-Makers, Ari Aster. They discuss the ins and outs of theories, symbolism, miniatures, acting methods, and they spend quite a bit of time in wonder at the majesty of Toni Collette. Not to mention, their preferred ritualistic sitting strategies. Jump in the backseat and pack a nut-less candy bar for this wild ride of generational trauma and ceremonial i...
May 14, 2022•1 hr 15 min
It's our special Mother's Day episode and we couldn't think of a better Mom to celebrate it with than one who will beat you mercilessly with a leg of lamb! This week, Cody and Matt discuss fame and crime, dogs that love to lick your feet, and why you should always rewind your tapes. They also dive into the subversive humor of director John Waters while figuring out how to "Send Yourself Roses." It's harder than you think. Thanks for listening. . . but don't let us ever catch you wearing white sh...
May 07, 2022•1 hr 5 min
This week, Matt and Cody jump into a lunatic's carriage to visit the grandfather of all Vampires with Nosferatu! They talk about the legacy of vampires in film, the back-story of Nosferatu, ugly hyenas, spooky hand shadows, ominous fashion pieces, the power of speed effects, and of course, our nominees for the Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award. Will it go to the legendary Max Schreck, to an entire village of pub dwellers, or once again to an older gentlemen who can't seem to remember his...
Apr 30, 2022•1 hr 11 min
We've got a (James) Whale of a movie this week! It's the icon of icons: Frankenstein. Cody and Matt discuss the "tragedy" of parenthood, the morality of experimentation gone unchecked, and the job description for one (1) incredibly odd laboratory assistant. Other discussions include the pros and cons of physical media, meeting the icon himself last year, and juggle options for the Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award. In an unsurprising twist, they land on two old people struggling to get t...
Apr 23, 2022•1 hr 5 min
This week, Cody and Matt wake up from a terrible nightmare, only to realize they're still living that nightmare over and over...and no, this time they're not talking about their friendship, but about Dead of Night! They discuss this classic British film from the 40's and what some would call the birth of the Horror Anthology. They discuss their picks for the Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award, what they really would want to see behind a haunted mirror, and which of them is the real dummy ...
Apr 16, 2022•1 hr 8 min
It creeps and leaps and glides and slides across the floor. . . no, we're not talking about Matt's cooking. It's The Blob! This week, Cody and Matt crash land in rural Pennsylvania to witness the ever-growing threat that is strawberry gelatin gone unchecked. They discuss the oldest teenagers seen on the podcast to date, the power of Burt Bacharach, and an incredible amount of Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award nominees. Thanks for listening! Instagram/Twitter: @nighthowlspod...
Apr 09, 2022•1 hr 3 min
We've got a tasty one for you! This week, Matt and Cody chat about the Mimi Cave directed Fresh and they somehow do it without an app. They talk the horrors of modern dating, city living, coded texts for future survival, which Marvel actor we'd least like to be captured by, sensitive needle-drops, and wonder at the discovery of Jojo T. Gibbs. Thanks for listening and for being a friend! Track us down on Instagram/Twitter: @nighthowlspod
Apr 02, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Pain and pleasure? So you do understand our friendship! This week, Cody and Matt open a mystical Rubik's Cube to Hell! They talk the practicality of leather uniforms, the effectiveness of hitting a demon with a 2x4, and the brilliance of Clive Barker. Not to mention keeping former lovers in your attic, which cenobite we most relate to, and some of the worst fashion choices maybe ever put to screen! Grab a butterball or handful of crickets and join us for one of our most chaotic chats yet! Thanks...
Mar 26, 2022•1 hr 3 min
In this bonus episode, Matt and Cody make another pit stop in rural Texas! They discuss what's what in art and smut, wanting to hold when you're getting old, and cracking a smile over a crocodile. It's an X-tremely good time with the latest Ti West outing so make sure to support this one in theaters while you can. As with all the bonus episodes, we kick things off with a little pre-show speculation and then dive into full spoilers at the 12:23 mark. Don't say they didn't warn you! Thanks for lis...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 7 min
In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, Cody and Matt find their luck amping up with our lucky 13th episode. This week, we pogo over this guilty pleasure classic from the early 90's and talk in terrible Irish accents (at least Cody does). Also discussed: A+ casting and vehicle choices, the incomparable Warwick Davis, and of course, how Jennifer Aniston was able to work that phone despite mystical adversity. If nothing else, Francis from Peewee's Big Adventure is in it, which is worth the price of a...
Mar 19, 2022•1 hr 1 min
This week, Cody and Matt make a pit stop and find themselves surrounded by extremely prickly locals. They talk the joys of carjacking, the wonder of a well stocked gas station, and what exactly their plan is for being attacked by a mold monster. You know, these things get weirder and weirder each week. . . Thanks for listening! Instagram/Twitter: @nighthowlspod
Mar 12, 2022•1 hr 3 min
"Sometimes, dead is better!" Cody and Matt try to trick each other into dying and being re-born in this week's episode of spooky cats, kids, and 18-wheelers. They spend most of the episode talking like Fred Gwynne and officially anoint the "Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award." Topics include life, death, and the pursuit of getting rid of your neighbors. Follow us along the path and don't forget your shovel! Thanks for listening! Twitter/Instagram: @nighthowlspod...
Mar 05, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Cody and Matt head out to the movies in search of a wolf! They discuss all of the who, what, and werewolves while trying to juggle two very different letter grades. They talk atmosphere, creepy scarecrows, and even creepier dentures. Listener beware, spoilers aplenty! Thanks for listening! Instagram/Twitter: @nighthowlspod
Mar 01, 2022•48 min
This week, Cody and Matt take a trip to Italy and dive into the world of Giallo films. And what better place to start than Mario Bava's genre defining classic? We talk dramatic lighting, tantalizing tableaus, and the most dramatic mannequins outside of Laurie Strode's spare bedroom. Follow us on Instagram/Twitter: @nighthowlspod Thanks for listening!
Feb 26, 2022•1 hr
Leatherface Week continues with this new installment of the legacy timeline for the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise. Matt and Cody discuss seeing a test screening last year and go through all the differences they can remember. This episode is anything but self-driving so grab your dusty chainsaw out of the wall and hop on the bus to Texas along with your two favorite horror nerds. Thanks for listening! Twitter/Instagram: @nighthowlspod
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 24 min
This week, Cody and Matt had a taste for barbecue and one of the undisputed greatest horror movies of all time. They visit with the first family of fear and basically fanboy for the entire episode, running window first into all the knitty-gritty details in a way only a man wearing grandma's face could love. Thanks for listening! @nighthowlspod on Twitter/Instagram
Feb 19, 2022•1 hr 17 min
This week, Cody and Matt get cuddly with a were-gorilla, torture some star-crossed lovers, and play with a whole lot of roaches. It's CREEPSHOW, the brainchild of George A. Romero and Stephen King! Join us as we thumb through this terrifying issue and attempt to decide which worthy nominee should be given the Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award. Follow our socials: @Nighthowlspod Thanks for listening. . . but whatever you do, don't call us Billy....
Feb 12, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Cody and Matt sneak into the 2020's with Leigh Whannell's masterful re-adaptation of a horror movie icon. They discuss the craft of suspense, the power of Elisabeth Moss's face acting, and one of the most impressive ride shares ever put on film. Obviously, there is much more, but we spend so much time looking for one another, it's hard to see much past that. Thanks for listening! Follow us on IG and Twitter: @nighthowlspod
Feb 05, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Houston, we have a prequel. This week, Cody and Matt make some ooey-gooey friends aboard the ill-fated PROMETHEUS. We talk big themes, black goo, and galactic hunks. Join us for this leg of the trip through the 2010's and thanks for listening!
Jan 29, 2022•1 hr 8 min
"Hi, Tension!" Cody and Matt take a trip through the French countryside with this splatterfest from the early 00's. We discuss the kills, twists, time period, and come to a pretty unanimous decision on this week's Fred Gwynne Veteran Character Actor Award. This movie isn't great for the squeamish and will keep you thinking about the killer reveal long after the saw runs out gas. Thanks for listening!
Jan 22, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Surprise, Sidney! Cody and Matt take a trip back to Woodsboro for this special bonus episode discussing the new Scream movie. We 'call their bluff' with wild speculation for the first half of the episode and then dive garage door first into all the spoilers around the 48 minute mark. We make like Gale's Scream 3 bangs and keep it short, just kidding, it's our longest episode yet. We'll 'be right back' with our regular episodes Saturday, but couldn't miss an opportunity to pick up the call. Thank...
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 44 min
Cody and Matt take a hike...through Burkittsville, Maryland to discuss the mother of all found footage movies! They discuss witches, plot theories, and two guys who really love to fish. Thanks for listening! Now where did we put that map...
Jan 15, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Cody and Matt discuss this iconic 80's Horror Comedy, following a medical student, his girlfriend, and new devious roommate as they search for life after death...and may even find it. They go over the corpses, comical Swiss accents, and their love of Barbara Crampton. Hang on to your heads!
Jan 08, 2022•52 min
Cody and Matt discuss this religious slasher from the 70's. They talk mystery, evil children, even worse adults, and of course, more Veteran Character Actors. Thanks for listening!
Jan 01, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Our first episode! Cody and Matt have a chat about this classic haunted house movie from 1963, The Haunting. They talk about their first real time viewing it this past Halloween and make each other giggle over the Veteran Character Actors. Thanks for listening!
Jan 01, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Welcome to Night Howls! Join Cody and Matt as they howl about Horror Movies. Every Saturday, starting January 1st. Be there... or be better off!
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