Scream Creeps

In Episode 7 of Scream Creeps, the crew—Jeremy, Josh, Aaron, and Elaine—wrap up the current chronological watch of The Conjuring Universe with 2016’s The Conjuring 2. Set in 1977, this film brings Ed and Lorraine Warren to Enfield, London, to tackle one of their most famous cases.

The hosts are nearly unanimous in their praise, with many ranking it as one of the best, if not the best, in the franchise. They highlight the strong storytelling, the emotional stakes involving Ed Warren’s potential death, and the introduction of iconic villains like Valak (The Nun) and the Crooked Man. The discussion also touches on the effective use of foreshadowing, the seamless blend of practical effects and CGI, and how watching the movies in chronological order enhances the experience by connecting dots that might otherwise be missed.

Key Highlights
[01:14] Chronological Finale: The hosts confirm this is the final movie in their current chronological watch before the release of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It.
[05:20] The Valak Connection: A discussion on how watching The Nun first enhances the viewing experience of The Conjuring 2, as the demon's presence and Ed's vision of his death have more weight.
[08:00] Best Scenes: The group breaks down standout moments, including the shadow scene with the painting of the Nun and the "Crooked Man" sequence, which Josh found particularly creepy.
[12:00] Real Life Accuracy: Jeremy notes the impressive attention to detail in the end credits, comparing the movie's actors and sets to real-life photos of the Enfield haunting.
[15:45] The Crooked Man: A debate on the character, with the group appreciating his unique design and hoping he remains a secondary villain rather than getting a potentially cheesy spinoff.
[43:08] Creepo-Meter Ratings: The scores reflect the film's quality but lack of "jump scares" for seasoned horror fans. Aaron gives it a 3, Josh a 2, Elaine a 2, and Jeremy a 2, agreeing it was an excellent movie but not necessarily terrifying.

In Episode 6 of Scream Creeps, the crew—Jeremy, Josh, Aaron, and Elaine—tackle the controversial entry in The Conjuring Universe: The Curse of La Llorona. Set in 1973 Los Angeles, this film often sparks debate about its place in the franchise timeline, but the hosts dive right in, examining its loose connections via Father Perez and a familiar-looking Annabelle doll.

The review is mixed, with the group generally finding the movie "bland" compared to the highs of The Conjuring 2 or even Annabelle Comes Home. They critique the anticlimactic ending, where the terrifying entity is dispatched with a simple stab, and question the logic of characters who seem to change motivations on a dime. However, they do praise some specific scares, such as the umbrella scene by the pool and the tension of the car windows rolling down on their own.

Key Highlights
[01:13] Chronological Context: The hosts introduce the movie as the sixth in their chronological watch, set in 1973, placing it after Annabelle Comes Home.
[02:29] Aaron's Take: Aaron describes the movie as "bland" with a few good moments, feeling it lacked the punch of the other films in the series. [03:52] The Ending: A discussion on the abrupt and anticlimactic finale, where the demon is defeated too easily with a cross and a stab.
[07:44] The Conjuring Connection: The group debates how well the movie fits into the universe, noting the appearance of Tony Amendola as Father Perez and the flashback to the Annabelle doll as the primary links.
[20:53] The Car Scene: Josh highlights his favorite scene involving the car windows rolling down manually while the children are trapped inside, praising the tension.
[24:00] Creepo-Meter Ratings: The scores are low across the board, with Aaron giving it a 3, Josh a 3, and Jeremy a 2, agreeing it wasn't particularly scary or memorable.

In Episode 4 of Scream Creeps, Jeremy, Josh, Aaron, and Elaine (despite some technical difficulties) gather to review the movie that started it all: The Conjuring. Following their chronological watch of the universe, the crew finally reaches the 1971-set powerhouse that introduced the world to Ed and Lorraine Warren.

The discussion is far more positive than the previous episode on Annabelle. The hosts praise the film's effective scares, particularly the iconic "Hide and Clap" scene and the wardrobe jump scare. They dive into the real-life history of the Perron family haunting versus the "Hollywood glitter" added for the screen, and debate whether the movie deserves its reputation as one of the scariest films ever made. The episode also features a breakdown of a scientific study on heart rates during horror movies, with The Conjuring ranking high on the list.

Key Highlights
[00:46] Chronological Timeline: The hosts confirm this is the fourth movie in their timeline watch, set in 1971, three years after the events of the first Annabelle scene.
[03:57] The Clapping Game: A discussion on the "Hide and Clap" scene, which the group agrees is one of the most effective and suspenseful moments in the entire franchise.
[07:23] Real Life vs. Hollywood: Jeremy breaks down the differences between the movie and the real Warren case files, noting that the real Bathsheba Sherman wasn't accused of witchcraft in the same way.
[09:40] The Science of Scare: Jeremy shares a list of the top 10 scariest movies based on heart rate studies, revealing where The Conjuring, Sinister, and Hereditary rank.
[25:56] Better than Paranormal Activity?: A debate on found footage vs. traditional horror, with the group agreeing that The Conjuring is a much stronger film than the Paranormal Activity series.
[57:00] Final Ratings: The "Creepo-Meter" scores come in higher than previous episodes, with Elaine giving it a 4/10 and the brothers rating it around a 2 or 3, acknowledging it's a good movie even if they've become desensitized to the scares.

In Episode 3 of Scream Creeps, Jeremy and Josh are joined by their brother Aaron for his very first podcast appearance! The trio continues their chronological journey through The Conjuring Universe with the 2014 film Annabelle. Unfortunately, the excitement for the new guest doesn't match the excitement for the movie, which the group universally pans.

The discussion centers on the film's lackluster scares, with all three hosts agreeing that it fails to deliver the tension found in The Nun or even Annabelle: Creation. They criticize the plot holes—like a husband buying a used doll for his pregnant wife—and the questionable decision-making of the characters. The episode also features a hilarious detour where Aaron recounts a terrifying experience at a Universal Studios haunted maze and the group debates the creepiness of other horror classics like Sinister and Hereditary.

Key Highlights
[01:16] Welcome Aaron: Aaron joins the podcast for the first time, joking that they picked the "worst movie" for his debut.
[02:14] Rotten Tomatoes Reality: The hosts discuss the movie's abysmal 29% critic score and compare it to other low-rated horror films like Tusk.
[04:42] Zero Jump Scares: Jeremy notes that unlike the previous movies, Annabelle had almost no effective jump scares, making it a bore to sit through.
[05:36] Universal Studios Story: Aaron shares a funny story about getting scared by a "wall person" at a Universal Studios horror maze.
[09:08] The Creepiest Movies: The group lists scientifically rated "scariest movies," including Sinister, Hereditary, and The Conjuring, setting up future episodes.
[34:50] The Final Verdict: The "Creepo-Meter" hits an all-time low, with Josh and Jeremy giving the movie a zero and Aaron giving it a generous one solely for the "long fingers" scene.

In Episode 2 of Scream Creeps, Jeremy and Josh continue their chronological journey through The Conjuring Universe with the 2017 prequel, Annabelle: Creation. Elaine sits this one out due to illness, leaving the guys to debate whether this installment improves on the foundation laid by The Nun or falls into the trap of clichéd horror tropes.

The discussion gets heated as Josh argues that the movie relies too heavily on characters making bad decisions—like walking into dark rooms or investigating creepy noises when they should be running away. Jeremy, however, appreciates that the doll itself doesn't walk around like Chucky, maintaining a more subtle, demonic presence. They also break down the "gore factor," specifically a gruesome finger-breaking scene and a shocking moment involving the mother, and compare the "Creepiness Factor" to the previous week's movie.

Key Highlights
[01:54] Chronological Watch: The hosts confirm that Annabelle: Creation is the second movie in their chronological timeline watch of The Conjuring Universe, set in 1955.
[05:00] Valak Cameo: A discussion on the subtle Easter egg where the demon nun Valak appears in a photograph, tying the movie back to the first episode's review.
[06:30] The Demon's Form: Jeremy notes his relief that the doll doesn't walk, but they discuss the reveal of the demon's true form, comparing it to the devil in the movie Legend.
[15:30] The Gore Factor: A breakdown of the movie's more visceral moments, including a gruesome finger-breaking scene involving the father (Anthony LaPaglia).
[26:35] Creepiness Ratings: Josh gives it a 7/10 for creepiness, citing his fear of dolls, while Jeremy rates it a lower 2 or 3, finding it less atmospheric than The Nun.
[30:53] What's Next: The team announces that the next episode will cover the original Annabelle movie, continuing the timeline.

In the premiere episode of the Scream Creeps podcast, hosts Jeremy, Josh, and Elaine dive headfirst into the horror genre. They kick off a special series reviewing The Conjuring Universe movies in chronological order, starting with the earliest timeline entry: 2018’s The Nun.

The crew debates whether the film relies too heavily on jump scares or if it successfully builds a creepy atmosphere. While Josh admits he isn't usually a fan of ghost movies, he appreciated the demonic lore, whereas Elaine found herself jumping more than a few times. They also discuss the "Exorcist III" style scares, the connection between actress Taissa Farmiga and her sister Vera Farmiga (Lorraine Warren), and give their final "Creepiness Factor" ratings out of 10.

Key Highlights
[01:19] Welcome to Scream Creeps: The hosts introduce the new horror-focused podcast and their plan to watch the Conjuring movies in chronological order.
[02:43] The Rating System: Jeremy explains the "Creepiness Factor" (1-10), jump scare count, and "Horror Trope" identification system they will use for reviews.
[05:30] Elaine’s Take: Elaine shares her experience, admitting she jumped 4-5 times during the movie despite knowing the scares were coming. [11:02] The Warren Connection: A discussion on the casting of Taissa Farmiga and how the movie subtly ties into Lorraine Warren’s future storyline.
[14:57] Best Scenes: The group breaks down their favorite moments, including the coffin scene and the "hanging nun" reveal.
[33:10] Final Ratings: The crew gives their final scores, with the consensus landing around a 5 or 6 out of 10 on the creepiness scale.