13 Degrees of Screams: A Horror Movie Podcast

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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This week, we try to find some lost kids in Weapons

This week, we unravel the eerie mystery of Weapons (2025)—Zach Cregger’s chilling follow-up to Barbarian. Seventeen third-graders vanish from their homes at exactly 2:17 a.m., leaving behind one silent witness and a town full of suspicion. Is it supernatural? Psychological? Justine Gandy’s worst nightmare? Join us as we dive deep into the film’s layered horror, twisted timelines, and everything Gladys.

Expect theories, screams, and maybe a few nervous glances out the window. Because when the kids disappear... the real horror begins.

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Weapons: An Interview with Zach Cregger

This week, we run over a man in I Know What You Did Last Summer!

In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we dive into the foggy waters of this late-90s slasher. We discuss why this film is a decent, if not groundbreaking, entry in the horror genre, dissecting the killer’s questionable motives and the somewhat confusing backstory that tries to tie it all together. 

And of course, we pay homage to the true queen of the film: Helen Shivers. From her iconic chase scene to her tragic fate, she remains one of horror’s most memorable final girls (even if she didn’t quite make it to the end). 

Tune in as we rank I Know What You Did Last Summer’s scariness on our scale of 1 to 13!

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This week, we find out we’re an emotional support robot in Companion!

In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we plug into Drew Hancock’s genre-bending thriller where domestic bliss comes with a body count.

From Barbie-bright visuals to sinister reprogrammings, we unpack the film’s commentary on autonomy, consent, and the terrifying limits of emotional engineering. Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher serve up stylish gore and psychological chaos—so how scary is it really?

Tune in as we break down the plot, dissect the horror elements, and rate Companion on our signature scariness scale of 1 to 13. Is this a popcorn flick with bite, or a full-blown nightmare dressed in pink? 

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This week, death is all around us in The Monkey!

In this episode of 13 Degrees of Screams, we fling open the case on The Monkey, a film that’s equal parts family trauma and ridiculously random deaths. We dive deep into the themes of generational pain, dissect the bonkers kill sequences that had us laughing, and debate whether this movie is secretly a comedy with some horror sprinkled in.

Tune in as we rank its scariness on our scale of 1 to 13, and try to make sense of the chaos one scream at a time!

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This week, we dig up some tiny demons in The Gate!

We’re cracking open The Gate (1987)—aka what happens when your backyard becomes a portal to hell and your parents leave you home alone with some geodes and a mysterious hole in the backyard.

Alex and Stephanie dive into this chaotic cocktail of stop-motion demons, melting faces, and questionable parenting. Is The Gate a nostalgic gem or just a dirt pile of ‘80s madness? We’re talking tiny terrors, accidental summoning rituals, and the real horror: the death of the family dog! In this episode, we’ll debate the fantasy and horror elements, discuss why evil is cute when it’s pint sized and determine if we need a babysitter to get through this one.

Tune in to see where it lands on the scariness scale of 1-13! Bring your shovel but be wary of tiny demons and extra eyes!

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