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Ep 302: Sisters, Satan, & Sacrifices Apr 06, 2026

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Sisters being hunted by devil-worshipping rich people must be a popular trope right now, because just one week after “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come,” we got another action horror flick with a similar setup. Tune in to hear us break down “They Will Kill You” — from that early twist that (thankfully) wasn’t spoiled in the trailers, to Zazie Beetz’s bada$$ performance, and of course, the oddball way the Devil addresses everyone.

Top 5 Horror Films with Pranks Gone WRONG! Apr 02, 2026

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Coming off of April Fool's Day, Matt ranks his top 5 horror films about pranks gone wrong!
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Ep 301: Hide Me Baby One More Time Mar 30, 2026

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After surviving the sadistic, game-obsessed Le Domas family in the first film, Samara Weaving is back as Grace in “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come.” But the girl can’t catch a break, as now she has to hide from multiple devil-worshipping families alongside her sister. Tune in to hear us break down this highly-anticipated sequel — from the scenes that had us cracking up, to the ones that made us uncomfortable, and how cool it was seeing several ‘90s horror stars in the same flick.

Ep 300: The Impact of “The Exorcist” Mar 23, 2026

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To celebrate our 300th episode, we’re shaking things up and discussing the horror film that most of our guests cite as having had the biggest impact on them — “The Exorcist.” Oh, and we’re also doing the episode in costume! 🥸 Tune in as we break down our favorite lines and scenes, how this groundbreaking film impacted us (and so many others), and enjoy some wonderfully cheesy impersonations that only we would attempt.

Ep 299: Interview w/Kevin Williamson, Director & Co-Writer of “Scream 7” Mar 16, 2026

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Back in 2023, Kevin Williamson appeared on Happy Horror Time to discuss his extensive career in horror. Now he’s back, coming off the success of “Scream 7,” for an in-depth, SPOILER-FILLED discussion about this record-breaking installment. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories from many of the film’s pivotal scenes, what aspects of the script he influenced and/or wrote, the additional Ghostface killers he wanted to bring back, where the franchise could go in the future, and so much more! 😱

Ep 298: Interview w/Lawrence Monoson from “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter” Mar 13, 2026

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As Ted (aka, Teddy Bear) in “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter,” Lawrence Monoson got to call Crispin Glover a “dead f*ck,” go skinny-dipping with a bunch of soon-to-be victims, and get his head slashed through a projector screen. Tune in to hear all about working on one of most popular sequels in this franchise, the method acting choice he made that didn’t turn out so well, and additional stories about his heartfelt performances in “The Last American Virgin” and “Mask.”

Bonus Ep: Demented Doctors – "Dr. Giggles" Mar 09, 2026

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We've unlocked our vault of bonus episodes to release one for all to enjoy! If you like what you hear, considering signing up to be a patron at Patreon.com/HappyHorrorTime and you'll get access to ALL our bonus content.
“Dr. Giggles” is one of those movies that, if you haven’t seen it, you’ve definitely heard of it. Who would have thought that a slasher film about a giggling psychopath who thinks he’s a physician would leave such an impression? Tune in to hear us break down all the doctor-themed kills, the doctor-themed one-liners, and the characters who should have survived, but sadly met their brutal demise.

Ep 297: Welcome Back, Sidney Mar 02, 2026

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The latest installment in the Scream franchise marks the return of OG final girl, Sidney Prescott, and is directed and co-written by series creator, Kevin Williamson. Tune in as we’re joined by Ryan Showers, host of the Scream with Ryan C. Showers podcast, to break down “Scream 7” — from that blazing opening scene, to the mother-daughter dynamic between Sidney & Tatum, to Gale’s crowd-pleasing entrance, and our thoughts on that polarizing killer reveal.

Ep 296: Interview w/Scott Foley from “Scream 3” & “Scream 7” Feb 19, 2026

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Though widely recognized for his roles on TV shows like “Felicity” and “Scandal,” Scott Foley left an indelible mark on the “Scream” franchise as Roman Bridger — the only solo Ghostface killer — in “Scream 3.” Tune in to hear all about making the 3rd film in this popular slasher franchise, his thoughts on Roman’s backstory and connection to Sidney, what it was like filming that final battle with Neve Campbell, and he even sheds new light on his character’s return in “Scream 7.”
*NOTE: We're releasing this episode 4 days ahead of schedule, so our next episode will be released on Monday, Mar. 2.

Ep 295: Beach, Please! Feb 16, 2026

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Famous for “The Evil Dead” trilogy and his wild blend of horror, comedy, and over-the-top gore, Sam Raimi unleashes that signature style on his latest survival horror flick, “Send Help.” Tune in to hear us break down the powerful performances by both Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien, the constantly shifting power dynamic between them, and how each darker turn reshaped our view of Linda Liddle.

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