This week on 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the holiday horror-comedy classic, Gremlins! We break down the infamous Mogwai rules (and why they don’t make a lick of sense), explore the strange nature of these deceptively cute creatures, and highlight just how much danger they truly pose when things go wrong. Of course, we can’t forget to celebrate one of the film’s unsung heroes, Billy’s mom, who proves herself to be an absolute boss when facing down the gremlin invasion.

As always, we wrap things up by rating Gremlins on our scary scale of 1 to 13!

So grab your popcorn (but be sure to eat it before midnight), because this episode proves that even the cutest creatures can unleash the loudest screams. Tune in and see where Gremlins lands on our scary scale!

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In this special episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we sit down with Matthew I. Schmidt — the writer, director, and editor behind the chilling indie horror film Mr. Sandman. Together, we dive deep into the horror genre, exploring Matt’s inspirations and interests, and the unique experience of filming right out of his own home. We also unravel the creepy concept of the dream world and how it shaped the unsettling atmosphere of his work. Plus so much more!

A huge thank you to Matt for joining us and sharing his vision with our listener. Want to experience the nightmare for yourself? You can watch Mr. Sandman now, streaming free on Tubi.

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In this episode, we’re tackling the razor‑sharp satire of the 1989 teen cult classic Heathers.

From high school cliques to explosive dark humor, Heathers redefined teen movies with its biting commentary on popularity, peer pressure, and the dangers of fitting in. We break down the film’s unforgettable trio, explore its shocking themes, and discuss why this black comedy still resonates decades later. Tune in to see what's our damage as we rate its scream factor on our signature scale from 1 to 13!

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In this episode, we spin the pottery wheel and try not to get our hands dirty with Ghost (1990) — the romantic thriller that made us believe in love beyond the grave. Join Alex and Stephanie as they dissect this genre-blending classic, where con artists, mediums, and murder mysteries collide. From Whoopi Goldberg’s hilarious psychic antics to the chilling shadows of the afterlife, we explore what’s truly scary about this film and why having a funny medium tips the genre scale. Is Ghost more rom-com than horror? Tune in as we rate its scream factor on our signature scale from 1 to 13!

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In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the 1978 slasher that started it all—Halloween. With one of us experiencing the film for the very first time, we unpack reactions to John Carpenter’s masterpiece.

From Laurie Strode’s emergence as the quintessential final girl to Michael Myers’ cryptic behavior, we explore what makes this film a genre-defining classic. Is Michael a soulless killer… or just a flair-for-drama kind of guy?

Tune in as we dissect this theatrical menace behind the mask. And of course, see where it falls on our scary scale of 1-13! Happy Halloween everyone! 

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In this spellbinding episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive broom-first into one of the most iconic and perfect Halloween movies of all time: Hocus Pocus! Join us as we spotlight our brave protagonists and the deliciously wicked witches who steal the show: Sarah, Mary, and Winifred Sanderson! Are they the most powerful and evil witches of our time or far too easily thwarted?

And yes, we discuss the feline enigma that haunts us to this day: Thackery Binx. How does a centuries-old boy-turned-cat speak in one scene and go mute in the next? Is it a spell? Or a huge plot hole?

As always, we wrap things up with our scary scale rating—from a tame 1 to a terrifying 13. Will this movie cast a chilling spell or leave us cackling with delight?

Tune in, scream along, and let’s continue with the spooky season!

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On this episode of 13 Degrees of Scream, we dive headfirst into the neon-lit chaos of McG’s 2017 horror-comedy The Babysitter. What starts as a night of innocent fun for 12-year-old Cole turns into a blood-soaked battle for survival when he discovers his beloved babysitter Bee is part of a satanic cult—and he’s the next sacrifice. We unpack the film’s cheesy humor versus re-watchability, determine if Bee really cares about Cole, and what age is really too old for a babysitter? 

And of course, we rate the dark comedy on our scary scale of 1 to 13. How scary can your friendly neighborhood babysitter really be? Let's find out!

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In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, one of us takes our very first plunge into Wes Craven’s iconic horror classic A Nightmare on Elm Street. We dive deep into the twisted dream world of Freddy Krueger and discuss his eerie powers and the blurred line between reality and nightmare. We also explore the haunting real-life inspiration behind the film: the tragic stories of Cambodian refugees who mysteriously died in their sleep.

And of course, we rate the terror on our scary scale of 1 to 13. Just how scary is Freddy when you're watching for the first time? Tune in to find out… if you dare!

Listen now and sleep with one eye open!

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This week, we turn into a werewolf in Teen Wolf!

In this episode of 13 Degrees of Scream, we sink our claws into Teen Wolf (1985), a film that’s more coming-of-age comedy than creature feature — and not always for the better. While Michael J. Fox brings undeniable charm, the movie sidesteps its horror premise in favor of slapstick basketball montages and questionable metaphors about adolescence. Follow along as we discuss the over usage of music in the movie, the lack of conflict, and the bizarre message that popularity trumps personal growth. Is Teen Wolf a cult classic or just a relic of 80s excess?

Tune in as we rank the scariness of Teen Wolf on our scale of 1 to 13!

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This week, we go to the world’s fair in We’re All Going to the World’s Fair!

In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we talk about how people can see the same movie in totally different ways. We also look at the strange and uncomfortable online relationship between our characters that may or may not be more sinister than it seems.

Things start to feel even more creepy when Casey begins acting weird. Is she being pulled into something she can’t escape? Could the World's Fair really take her?

Tune in as we rank the scariness of We’re All Going to the World’s Fair on our scale of 1 to 13!

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