Raised by VHS — Arachnophobia (1990)

Welcome to Raised by VHS – proudly paying late fees since the 80s. Let’s pop this tape, adjust the tracking and dim the lights – we got a staff-recommended pick for you tonight!

Today’s film is a Cam pick: Arachnophobia.

📄 Episode Description

Spiders, suburbia, and Spielberg-era dread. Frank Marshall’s Arachnophobia mixes horror, comedy, and small-town vibes. We revisit the Venezuela prologue, Jeff Daniels’ fight against his fears, John Goodman’s exterminator swagger, and that unforgettable basement showdown. Plus: our own spider nightmares, a VHS Conspiracy Hotline spin, and a new Top 5 list.

🧱 Episode Breakdown

📼 Film info and box office context

🕷️ Story basics: killer spider invasion meets a doctor with arachnophobia

🧠 Memory Lane: VHS viewing, creepy crawlspace stories, childhood fears

🏡 Highlights: Venezuela opener, small-town tension, Delbert stealing scenes, bathroom spider rain, gooey basement finale

🎬 Behind the Scenes: real spiders, “Spider Olympics,” Big Bob the tarantula, early work from Jamie Hyneman

⭐ Favorites: best character, cozy vibe, standout performances

🎯 Top 5 Segment: Comedy-horror movies

☎️ VHS Conspiracy Hotline: was the infestation supernatural?

💵 Late Fee Ratings: Cam $70 | Coby $69 | Avg $69.50 → Good Shelf

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