Horror Hangout - November 2025 (Frankenstein, Black Phone 2, Weapons, Megan 2.0)
Welcome back to our monthly Horror Hangout — your cozy corner of screams, scares, and all things genre!In this November edition, we dive into a packed slate of upcoming horror goodness and industry buzz. We break down the latest on Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein and what his vision could mean for the iconic monster.We also dig into Zach Cregger’s Weapons and why his follow-up to Barbarian is already making major waves.Plus, we chat about the updates on M3GAN 2.0, the return of Blumhouse’s nightmare kiddo, and the surprising news around The Black Phone 2 — including what direction the sequel might take.All that, along with a mix of extra horror chatter, genre rumors, and the usual dose of nostalgia, laughs, and chaos. Grab a snack, dim the lights, and hang out with us — it’s Horror Hangout time.If you enjoyed this - Check out my other content here - https://linktr.ee/FirstClassHorrorBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/class-horror-cast--4295531/support.
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Thomas J. Churchill: Building His Own Horror Universe
Filmmaker Thomas J. Churchill (Amityville trilogy, Big Freaking Rat) joins ClassHorrorCast for a raw, inspiring talk on creative control, investor “cookie jars,” and staying fearless without a safety net.We trace his path from child actor to DIY director, the lessons of Devoured, why sound is his “first scare,” and how faith, family, and grief shaped the “Church-verse.”We dig into Amityville as a sandbox (vamps, werewolves, uprisings), why continuations beat reboots, and how Terrifier tapped old-school energy.Plus teases for Three Killer Pigs, Wax Man, and The Salem Chronicles. If you’re an indie creator—or just love horror that swings for the fences—this one’s for you.For more of my content - CLICK HEREFor more of Church - CLICK HEREBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/class-horror-cast--4295531/support.
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What Happened to Horror? Ryan Hollinger on Algorithms, Nostalgia & The Next Generation
In this episode, I’m joined by filmmaker and YouTuber Ryan Hollinger, one of the most insightful voices in online horror.We dive deep into his early love for the genre, how he turned that passion into a thriving YouTube career, and what it really takes to create meaningful content in today’s ever-changing media landscape.Ryan opens up about the creative struggles, the burnout, the breakthroughs, and the delicate balance between art and algorithm.We also take a nostalgic trip back to the days of Xtra-Vision, VHS tapes, and DVD rentals in Ireland, talking about the lost magic of physical media and what collecting means to modern horror fans.From career challenges and creative independence to the future of horror on YouTube, this conversation is packed with honesty, insight, and inspiration for anyone chasing their creative dream. Whether you’re a horror fan, a creator, or someone who misses the buzz of finding your next favorite movie on a dusty rental shelf — this episode is for you.For more content - CLICK HEREBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/class-horror-cast--4295531/support.
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The Cursed Era of Halloween: Behind the Thorn Trilogy (Halloween 4-6)
In this special Halloween edition of ClassHorrorCast, we’re diving headfirst into one of the most fascinating — and chaotic — eras in Michael Myers’ bloody legacy.Join us as we dissect Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers, Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers, and Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers — three films that tried to resurrect The Shape and ended up birthing one of horror’s most debated trilogies.From the rushed revival of Halloween 4 after Season of the Witch, to the behind-the-scenes chaos of Halloween 5, and finally the cursed production of part 6 — we’re covering it all.We’ll explore the storylines that defined this era, the production issues that plagued the sequels, and the countless unused scripts, abandoned subplots, and alternate endings that could’ve changed the Halloween franchise forever.Expect deep insights, wild trivia, and honest fan discussion about how this trilogy shaped (and nearly broke) the Halloween series.Whether you love or loathe the “Thorn” mythology, this is the ultimate breakdown of the most misunderstood chapter in Haddonfield history.So grab your mask, light up a pumpkin, and get ready — it’s time to return to Haddonfield with ClassHorrorCast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/class-horror-cast--4295531/support.
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The Original Halloween Trilogy Explained: From The Shape to the Silver Shamrock
Step back into the shadows with us as ClassHorrorCast dives deep into the origins of one of horror’s most iconic franchises — John Carpenter’s Halloween.In this first part of our Halloween retrospective, we’re breaking down the original trilogy that defined and redefined the slasher genre: Halloween (1978), Halloween II (1981), and Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982).From Carpenter’s minimalist masterpiece that gave birth to Michael Myers — The Shape — to the blood-soaked sequel set in Haddonfield Memorial Hospital, and finally to the bold and bizarre departure of Season of the Witch, we’re covering it all.In this episode, we explore: Behind-the-scenes stories and production secrets from all three films Scene-by-scene breakdowns and how Carpenter’s visual style changed modern horror Every kill — analyzed, ranked, and remembered Unused ideas, alternate endings, and lost storylines that never made it to screen The characters, the music, and the mythology that built Halloween’s legacy And the fan reaction that changed the franchise foreverWhether you’re a lifelong Halloween fan or discovering the early films for the first time, this episode peels back the mask to reveal how Halloween 1–3 shaped the genre, terrified audiences, and sparked one of the most fascinating evolutions in horror history.Listen now — where we celebrate the creators, stories, and dark imagination that make horror unforgettable. If you enjoyed this - Check out my other content here - https://linktr.ee/FirstClassHorrorBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/class-horror-cast--4295531/support.
ClassHorrorCast is a podcast created by Aran from FirstClassHorror for fans of the Horror genre.First Class Horror is Ireland's biggest and best horror related content producer.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/class-horror-cast--4295531/support.
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