With all information announced and speculation season formally closed, the Nerds are back to give you an in depth preview of EVERYTHING coming to Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights in 2025. From the assortment of post-apocalyptic Fallout inspired food offerings, to a roaming Art the Clown ensuring that nowhere in the park is safe, to Jason Vorhees' triumphant return to Camp Crystal Lake in the Jason UN1V3RSE house, or the Jim Henson company bringing Freddy Fazbear's Pizzaria to life, it's all right here. Be ready for the treats, the tricks, the screams, and the rest of it; food, scare zones, shows, and houses from A-Z. Your last chance to get ready before the event!

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Your favorite horror attractions podcast is back! The Nerds take a much needed break from the chaos of Midsummer Scream 2025 to break down the whirlwind of Halloween Horror Night announcements over the last two months. Undead Ed and Artvaro the Clown dive headfirst into what might be the most ambitious Halloween Horror Nights lineup in years - but is ambition enough? Universal is breaking out the big guns for this year, with Camp Crystal Lake's own Jason Vorhees long awaited return with Jason Universe, Terrifier's Art the Clown bringing his own unique style of extreme violence, Five Nights at Freddy's nightmare animatronics representing a new generation of horror icons, and Fallout looking to prove a horror maze doesn't need to terrify to succeed. But can retreads like Poltergeist, the Horrors of Blumhouse, and Scarecrow the Reaping fill out the event - even if the later has new music by Slash? Is combing the WWE and Horror Nights in the Horror of the Wyatt Sicks a stroke of creative genius or a desperate attempt at cross promotion - or worse, a house targeted for the Orlando crowd? Only one things for sure - you can't afford to miss this episode!

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The Nerds are back with a deep dive into Universal Studios Hollywood's Fan Fest Nights! Join us as we explore the immersive worlds of Star Trek, Back to the Future, and Dungeons and Dragons. Did the attractions live up to the hype, or were there areas for improvement? From the intricate set designs to the engaging performances, we break down what worked and what didn't. Plus, hear our thoughts on the food, crowd management, and what we'd love to see in future events. Whether you're a Trekkie, a time-travel enthusiast, or a fantasy fan, this episode has something for everyone!

The Hollywood Horror Nerds are back, broadcasting from Dr. Frankenstein's lab to bring you the latest on Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights! In this special episode, Undead Ed and Alvaro Stein dive into the most tantalizing rumors for the upcoming season. From the potential return of fan-favorite mazes to new, spine-chilling experiences, the Nerds rate their excitement and speculate on what might be in store. Will the Terrifier maze make its debut, or will we see a resurgence of classic horror icons?

The discussion heats up as they pop over to Las Vegas and explore Universal Horror Unleashed, a permanent horror attraction promising immersive experiences. But will it be worth taking time away from other premier Vegas attractions? Plus, they delve into the buzz around Epic Universe in Orlando, with its groundbreaking rides and themed lands that might just tip the scales in Universal's favor, including a permanent home for Universal Monsters. Tune in for discussion that promises to thrill and chill!

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The Nerds are BACK with the launch of Season 2 covering an all new nightly event at Universal Studios Hollywood! All the Universal Studios Nights with none of the Halloween or Horror, Universal Fan Fest Nights presents itself as an immersive journey into the worlds of Back to the Future, Star Trek, Dungeons and Dragons, One Piece, Jujutsu Kaisen, Harry Potter, and Super Mario - but what is it really? After carefully combing through previews and leaks, the Nerds draw upon their expertise in all things Universal Hollywood Events to give you the most accurate picture of what this mysterious event is you're going to find anywhere!

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The summer at Camp Crystal Lake finally draws to a close, and the Nerds are back to discuss the final Jason Vorhees adventures. Starting with Jason Goes to Hell and closing with the 2009 Friday the 13th reboot - with some side adventures to go to space and battle one particular dream demon in the middle - they review the best and worst of the last four Jason movies. All the survivors, the victims, the Jasons, and of course... the kills. Get your smores ready, pull up next to the campfire, and try to survive the experience...

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Just when you thought it was safe in the woods - 2024 hits you with a second Friday the 13th, and the Nerds are back with another Camp Crystal Lake bonanza! Climb out of the water and join them at the next camp meeting, where they'll break down the best and the worst of the series from Jason Lives to Jason Takes Manhattan. You just can't keep a good killer down... and we're talking survivors, Jasons, movies, and of course - kills!

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The Hollywood Horror Nerd's Halloween Special is here, and this year we're going all the way to the East Coast to pay a visit to the Township of Sleepy Hollow. Undead Ed and Alvaro, the Headless Podcaster, break down one of Ed's all time favorite stories in three different formats - the original 1820 Washington Irving short story, the animated Disney version appearing in The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad from 1949, and the 1999 Tim Burton live action Sleepy Hollow film. So pull up a chair at the von Tassel Halloween Party, and cup your hot cider tight as we take you a journey frought with autumnal bliss and Headless Horsemen. Happy Halloween - and stay scared out there!

It's finally here! The Nerds have hit Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights event for 2024 - and they have a lot to say about it. What mazes surprised us - in good ways or in bad ways? What IPs delivered, and which ones should have stayed at home? Was the Leatherface Family BBQ as good as it was 4 years ago? And did we really need more Purge? You have questions, and in this extra long episode, the Nerds have answers. Undead Ed and his Zombie Super Soldier Assistant, Alvaro, give you spoiler free impressions of every maze for those still deciding whether or not to go, then dive deep into the analysis of every maze, show, and even a scarezone or two to show you what had them screaming with delight and what had them running for the exits. This is the big one - don't miss it!

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After a year of speculation, everything for Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights has finally been announced - and with the event starting this weekend, the Nerds are just in time to deliver you one final preview. Are Ghostbusters, the Weeknd, Insidious, and Texas Chainsaw Massacre big enough IPs to headline the event? Could an original maze obtain the coveted Maze of the Year title? Is Late Night with Chucky a good idea or a great idea? Not content to merely cover the attractions on offer this year, the Nerds go a step further and examine the different themed dining options available in the park - and, in a very special segment, open the Nerd Knowledge Bank to share their exclusive tips and tricks to make sure your Horror Nights experience is the best it can be!

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