13 Degrees of Screams: A Horror Movie Podcast

As Above So Below: A Claustrophobic Found-Footage Horror featuring Drinking the Koolaid

This week, we descend into the catacombs of Paris with special guests Cassidy and Amanda from Drinking The Koolaid!
Join us as we crawl deep into the haunted heart of the Paris Catacombs to explore As Above, So Below! Follow along as Scarlett and her team descend into hell to uncover the Philosopher’s Stone. Then stick around for the discussion as we determine whether or not anyone made it out alive and if Scarlett was really justified putting everyone in danger. Spoiler: She wasn’t. Additionally, we discuss the power of found footage films, Jonathan Bailey and some of our favorite horror movies. Plus, see where As Above So Below lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Rotten Tomatoes Review Game!

In this week's episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, I quiz Stephanie on negative Rotten Tomatoes reviews for the movies we covered so far in 2025! Which movie should you not see sober...or not at all? Which movie doesn't do enough with it's jazzy technology? Which movie literally demonizes a transgender spirit? Listen along to find out!
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The Dark Crystal: An Uncanny Children’s Movie

This week, we fix a broken crystal before 3 suns converge in The Dark Crystal!
Come along with 13 Degrees of Screams, as we venture into a fantasy world full of nightmare fuel, questionable bird-lizard royalty, and puppets that definitely weren't meant for kids. That’s right—we’re talking about Jim Henson’s The Dark Crystal.
Join us as we unpack whether or not Jen really cares about the prophecy, how long it will take the Mystics to reach the castle, and why this 1982 fever dream feels like someone combined Muppets and Star Wars?
Smash that like button, subscribe, and let us know: were the Gelflings cute or just uncanny valley nightmares? Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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M3GAN: Who is the REAL Villain?

This week, we befriend a killer robot doll in M3gan!
Join us as we explore the scary, yet funny world of M3gan. In this episode, we discuss the all too familiar killer doll storyline and the relationship between the titular M3gan and her protectee Cady. Then, we ask ourselves: who is the real villain of this story? How much of what happens is Gemma’s responsibility? Is she as bad as a killer doll? Is she really the problem? Tune in as we debate this category!
Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Hereditary: Oops All Trauma

This week, we gain a disturbing family legacy in Hereditary.
Join us as we crack open the chilling crypt of Ari Aster’s Hereditary and confront the sinister forces—and family legacies—that crawl through the Graham household. Follow along as we spiral through grief, possession, and one of horror’s most unforgettable decapitations. Is Hereditary a modern masterpiece or just deeply disturbing? Tune in as we scream, analyze, and nervously glance at the corner of the ceiling. 
Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Knock at the Cabin: What is the Truth?

This week, we decide who needs to die to stop the apocalypse in Knock at the Cabin.
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we discuss the story of Andrew, Eric, and Wen, a family faced with the looming threat of the end of the world... Maybe? Follow along as we ponder if the apocalypse was actually going to happen, the confusing villain motivations, and if any of this was necessary or worth it.
Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Swallow: Girl Dinner EXTREME

This week, we eat some things we definitely shouldn’t be eating in Swallow.
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dissect the chilling tale of Hunter, a newly pregnant housewife whose seemingly perfect life begins to unravel through an uncontrollable urge to swallow dangerous objects. Follow along as we determine whether or not the condition pica can be suspenseful and if her in laws and husband are actually villains. We consider if Hunter can get past her troubling habit and then ultimately, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Jennifer’s Body: Ate and Left No Crumbs

This week, we get possessed by a sexy demon in Jennifer’s Body!
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we cover the terrifying and tragic story of Jennifer Check. From best friend to boy killing demon, Jennifer’s year did not go as planned. We discuss her relationship with Needy, the vile band Low Shoulder, and which villain is really worse. Did those boys deserve it? Probably. Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Final Destination: The One That Started It All

This week, we ruin Death's plan in Final Destination!
In this week's episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the movie that made everyone afraid of planes, logging trucks, and basically existing. Watch us dissect the tale of Alex Browning, a suddenly psychic teen, who ruins everyone's trip to Paris with his inconvenient premonition of their demise. Unfortunately, Death does not forget and will just catch them next time.
 
Join us as we break down each series of events that lead to another victim and discuss the elements from the original that did not cross over into the sequels. Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
 
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Green Room: The SCARIEST Movie Villains That We've Seen??

This week, we find a dead body in a Neo Nazi skinhead bar and it only gets worse in Green Room.
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the brutal world of Green Room. From the terror of being trapped with deadly foes to the gritty pulse of local punk bands, we break down what makes this film so horrifying. How do the villains stack up against cinema's most chilling antagonists? Tune in as we unpack the fear, the music, and the claustrophobic chaos! Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Flatliners: How Dead is Too Dead?

This week, we tempt fate by dying and coming back to life in Flatliners!
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dives into the eerie depths of Flatliners (1990), a psychological horror-thriller that dares to ask: What happens after we die? Starring Kiefer Sutherland, Julia Roberts, Kevin Bacon, and William Baldwin, the film follows a group of medical students who recklessly experiment with near-death experiences—only to awaken supernatural consequences. We'll dissect the film’s haunting visuals, its neo-gothic atmosphere, and the moral dilemmas that drive its suspense. Is Flatliners a forgotten gem or a flawed thriller? Tune in as we break down its strengths, weaknesses, and lasting impact. Plus, see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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Nightbitch: Is This Even Horror?

This week, we cope with the trials of motherhood by becoming a dog in Night Bitch!
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dig deep into the weird and unusual story of Nightbitch. Join us as we discuss the trial and tribulations of motherhood, useless husbands, perceived annoying mothers, and our main character’s journey of transforming into a dog!
Is Nightbitch a horror movie? Is it even a comedy? Listen along to see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
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The Faculty: A Sci-Fi Coming of Age Story

This week, we fight off some body snatching parasites in The Faculty!
What happens when your high school teachers start acting a little... too robotic? In this episode, we dissect The Faculty, the 1998 cult classic that blends sci-fi paranoia with teen horror in the best way possible. From alien conspiracies to high school stereotypes turned heroes, we’ll explore the themes, why this film still holds up today and tell you where it falls on our scary scale of 1-13! 
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Crawl: Gators, Hurricanes, and Heart - Featuring Wayne McCarty from Florida Men on Florida Man

This week, we have special guest Wayne McCarty from Florida Men on Florida Man join us on the show to discuss Crawl!
In this special episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we are joined by our guest Wayne to dive into (pun intended) the 2019 natural disaster film Crawl! We learn a ton about Florida and discuss how accurate the film is - from the gators' ravenous behavior, to how people react to catastrophic hurricanes. 
Tune in to hear how we rated the suspense, atmosphere, plot, and villain of Crawl, and find out where it falls on our scariness scale of 1-13!
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Thoroughbreds: Subverting Expectations

This week, we plot to kill our step dad in Thoroughbreds!
 
In this thought provoking episode, we saddle up for a teen thriller with Cory Finley’s directorial debut Thoroughbreds! Join us as we discuss if killing Lily’s step dad is justified. Follow along as we try to determine who the real villain is in this morally ambiguous story. Then, to top it all off, see where Thoroughbreds ended up on our scary scale of 1-13! 
 
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Blink Twice: A Timely Tale of Fighting the Power

This week, we go to a billionaire’s island in Blink Twice!
In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the captivating and unsettling world of Blink Twice. Join us as we discuss the mysterious workings —and sinister implications—behind the perfume that makes you forget. We delve into the harrowing journey of the women who refuse to stay powerless, fighting back against power.
We explore how sometimes one must become the monster in order to defeat it. And of course, we discuss where Blink Twice lands on the scariness scale of 1-13!
Packed with spine-tingling moments, this episode is one you won’t forget… or will you?
 
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Red Eye: Baby's First Thriller

This week, we have a meet cute that goes terribly wrong in Red Eye!
In this pulse-pounding episode, we dive headfirst into Wes Craven's thriller Red Eye! Join us as we buckle up for a wild ride through airport chaos, mid-air tension, and a villain with eyes that are too blue to be charming. Tune in for laughs as we debate the choices and risks in this airborne cat-and-mouse film!
 
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Candyman: A Tragic Love Story? Featuring Aaron from A&B Horror Movies

This week, we travel to Chicago in Candyman!
In this chilling episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we are joined by special guest Aaron from A&B Horror Movies to dive into the urban legend that is Candyman. Together, we unpack what makes the titular villain so terrifyingly captivating, explore the hauntingly atmospheric Chicago setting, and pose a surprising question: could Candyman actually be a romance movie in disguise?
Tune in for an in-depth conversation filled with intriguing insights, bold theories, and, of course, decide where it falls on our scariness scale of 1-13!
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Speak No Evil: Better than the Original!

This week, we try to get kidnapped in Speak No Evil!
 
Who’d have thought making friends with strangers on vacation could go so wrong? We did! Join us as we visit with new friends that honestly give us the ick but it's just too awkward to say anything. Sit back and watch as we decide how uncomfortable we’d allow things to get before intervening, unpack all of what’s going on on this little farm in Devon and, of course, decide where it falls on our scariness scale of 1-13!
 
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Creating Hit Blockbuster Movies - Story Dice Challenge!

This week, we write some movie ideas with story dice!
On this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we try something a little different and challenge ourselves to write movie ideas in 5 minutes! We rolled random story dice and then created stories based on what we rolled. From mutant sewer creatures, to Killer Krows from Outer Space, listen along as our stories unfold!
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