It Slays Podcast
A horror movie review podcast hosted by Rowan, Mike, Colton, and Gill. Every other Sunday, the group works through the horror movie canon and debates whether each film deserves a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY. The show mixes casual discussion with horror fandom and recommendations.
Episodes
Clayface / Whalefall (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan sink into a DOUBLE FEATURE of CLAYFACE and WHALEFALL! Is CLAYFACE the body horror comic book movie we've all been dreaming of? Did WHALEFALL have the boys tearing up at both, the daddy issues and the whale bile? And, what's worse: being engulfed by a mud-man or a giant whale? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or
Halloween Resurrection (2002) Featuring Kevin From Straitjacket Talk/Mouths Of Madness
The squad trades one Mike for another, and tricks friend of the show, Kevin from MOUTHS OF MADNESS on to celebrate HALLOWEEN: RESURRECTION (2002)! Does legendary final girl, Laura Strode get a suitable send-off? Are there things to admire about Dangertainment's reality tv production? And, can Busta Rhymes' kung fu fighting save what many consider to be the worst film in the franchise?Tun
Chopping Block: Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Predictions Update! (2026)
Gill & Rowan return to discuss the rest of the nominees and lock-in their final predictions before the 2026 FANGORIA CHAINSAW AWARDS, which we will be covering on IG Live this Sunday, October 25 @ 8:45 pm ET!So mark your calendars, sharpen your chainsaws, and TUNE IN!Who will bring home the hardware? Whose hearts will be broken? And, most importantly…Who will survive the CHOPPING BLOCK?!CHAPTE
Other Mommy / Beware Boiuna (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan get weird with a monstrous DOUBLE FEATURE of OTHER MOMMY and BEWARE BOIUNA! Is OTHER MOMMY wild enough to keep the boys entertained? Can we see the vision with BEWARE BOIÚNA's on-screen carnage? Or, is this a couple of films that'd be more at home in January's dumping ground? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY
Spookies (1986)
The squad assembles to start 'spooky' season right—with Colton's pick, SPOOKIES (1986)! Can 2 movies smashed together make for 1 GOOD TIME? What doors do we open into cat man's past? And, perhaps most importantly, how do we deal with Mike's lust for Duke?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film this a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Co
Resident Evil (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan try to escape Raccoon City to talk about Zach Cregger's latest nightmare, RESIDENT EVIL! Do the monsters feel like they wandered in from another franchise? Does Colton need EVEN MORE corny one-liners? And, most importantly… Just how many times can these two bozos say "disposable" in one podcast?! Tune in to find out if we gave this
Pet Sematary (1989)
The squad notices Gill "coincidentally" gets back from vacation just in time for her pick, PET SEMATARY (1989)! Is this one of the best Stephen King adaptations? Does it set the standard for creepy kids? And, most importantly… Which of Rowan's cats is more evil than this film's frightening feline?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film this a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS
May (2003) Featuring Willow Catelyn Maclay
The squad welcomes Willow Catelyn Maclay to talk hands, necks, and gams with Mike’s pick, MAY (2003)! What makes this twisted little gem such a beloved cult classic? Is it simply a modern day FRANKENSTEIN, or is there something much deeper beneath the surface? And, most importantly, can Willow finally admit that Independence Day is a banger?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film this a NAY, OK
Chopping Block: Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Predictions (2026)
Welcome to the inaugural episode of IT SLAYS PODCAST PRESENTS: CHOPPING BLOCK - FANGORIA CHAINSAW AWARDS 2026!The nominations are in, and Gill & Rowan are ready to put them all on the chopping block! They’ll break down every nominee in every category, debate who deserves the hardware, and make their official predictions for who will walk away a winner, and who’s getting chopped.Throughout awar
Insidious: Out Of The Further (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Mike commune with the dead to see if they have anything nice to say about INSIDIOUS: OUT OF THE FURTHER! Have we officially traded jump scares for superpowers? Did Rowan lie to Mike to convince him to do this episode? And, how do you make a music-heavy-horror with absolutely NO BOPS?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CH
Jaws 2 (1978)
The squad closes out JAWGUST with Rowan's pick, JAWS 2 (1978)! Can shark PTSD and a new director make this sequel feel fresh? Is a scarred, burnt Bruce 2.0 an even meaner man-eater? And, just how much fun can we have with EXPLODING BOATS?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film this a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:28)T
The End Of Oak Street (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan continue to celebrate JAWGUST with the new prehistoric pterror, THE END OF OAK STREET! Are we amped to see David Robert Mitchell back in the director's chair? Does this feel like a love letter to Spielberg with a little more bite? And, most importantly… Did either of us have dino sex on our bingo card?! Tune in to find out if we gave this fil
Alligator II: The Mutation (1991)
The squad leaves Colton & Rowan to kick off JAWGUST all by their lonesome. That’s okay… We're fine… Not even a big deal… Like, we've got Colton's pick, ALLIGATOR II: THE MUTATION (1991), to discuss anyways… Is it immediately obvious this sequel is missing its big star? Does a PG rating put a damper on the carnage? And, can a two-man podcast crew make an episode longer than the m
An American Werewolf In London (1981)
The squad takes a hike through the Scottish Highlands to howl about Gill's pick, AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON (1981)! Is this still the greatest werewolf transformation ever put to film? Does the comedy still hold up to this day? And just how many homoerotic threads can Mike pull from the shadows? Tune in to find out if we gave this film this a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (
Species (1995)
The squad gets a heavy dose of seduction with Mike's pick, SPECIES (1995)! Beyond the gloriously dodgy early CGI, is this one of the last great practical effects showcases of the '90s? How did this manage to assemble such a ridiculously stacked cast? And, just how many times do we think Mike's dad watched this film? Tune in to find out if we gave this film this a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or
Evil Dead Burn (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan, Mike & Gill try not to be dead by dawn as they sink their teeth into EVIL DEAD BURN! Is this the nastiest, bloodiest, and most unrelenting entry in the franchise yet? Is Evil Dead one of the strongest franchises going? And, what on earth happened that made someone walk out of the theatre? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
The Hunger (1983) Featuring Willow Catelyn Maclay
The squad, joined by Willow Catelyn Maclay, sinks its teeth into Rowan’s pick, THE HUNGER (1983)! Is Tony Scott's seductive vampire classic all style, or is there far more beneath its impossibly cool surface? Did this film redefine what cinematic vampires could be? And, does everyone agree this is the best opening to a horror movie from the 80s? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY,
Jurassic Park III (2001)
The squad tackles the drama 65 million years in the making with Colton's prehistoric pick, JURASSIC PARK III (2001)! Is this secretly the most horror-forward entry in the series? Can this franchise survive its first trip without Spielberg in the driver's seat? And, has Colton created a Spinosaurus-sized rift in our Pride Month scheduling that Mike will never forget? Tune in to find out i
Queens Of The Dead (2025) (PRIDE PICK)
The squad sashays into Gill's PRIDE MONTH pick, QUEENS OF THE DEAD (2025)! Can Tina Romero step out of her father's shadow and into horror royalty? Is there enough zombie mayhem, gore, and glitter to keep us all entertained? And, what has Colton done now to find himself in everyone's bad books? Tune in to find out if we gave this film this a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/In
Backrooms (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan try not to lose the plot (or themselves) in the BACKROOMS! Has Kane Parsons earned a permanent seat at the horror genre's cool kids' table? Is this movie way more of a Lynchian nightmare than conventional genre fare? And, can Rowan untangle years of YouTube lore long enough to judge the film on its own terms!? Tune in to find out if we g
Passenger (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan pack up the van and talk PASSENGER! Does the film’s mythology keep the engine running? Are the characters giving compelling tension…or awkward carpool energy? And, is the trailer doing some extremely heavy lifting here!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:12)Synopsis (00
The Funhouse (1981) Featuring Steven Formerly Of EHMON
The squad drags special guest Steven from EHMON (RIP) to the carnival for Mike's chaotic pick, THE FUNHOUSE (1981)! Is this one of Tobe Hooper's most underrated gems? Can the movie make up its mind on whether it's a creature feature, slasher, or a surprisingly grim slice-of-life following carnival workers? And, most importantly…will Steven allow ANY criticism whatsoever to escape th
Obsession (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan obsess over OBSESSION (2026)! Is Curry Barker a new master of horror? Does Inde Navarrette give an absolutely chilling performance? And, what sort of BIG statements does Rowan make this episode!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:05:18)Synopsis (00:05:48)Review (SPOILER FR
Book Of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 (2000)
After wandering the woods for weeks, the boys return with Colton's pick, BOOK OF SHADOWS: BLAIR WITCH 2 (2000)! Was swapping out found footage for early aughts vibes the right choice? Could the guys manage to unravel the secrets of Esrever? And most importantly, can a goth mommy and topless wiccan save a much-maligned sequel? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
Hokum (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan check in for some HOKUM! Are we game for whodunnit horror? Did we love the cast of eclectic Irish actors? And, what is up with that scary-ass big-eyed bunny thing!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:31)Synopsis (00:05:01)Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:05:13)Review (SPOILERS
The Blair Witch Project (1999)
The boys pack their bags and go for a hike with Rowan's pick, THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT (1999)! It may not have invented found footage, but is it still the blueprint every shaky-cam nightmare is chasing? Does the "witch" still get under our skin, or are we too desensitized to twig bundles and rock throwing? And most importantly, can we all learn to agree, or do we wind up standing in
Lee Cronin's The Mummy (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan go under wraps with LEE CRONIN'S THE MUMMY! Was there enough Egyptian flair? Is Jack Reynor still stuck in his bear-suit from MIDSOMMAR? And, wait… Did Cronin just go ahead and make another EVIL DEAD movie?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:06:19)Synopsis (00:06:49)R
Ginger Snaps Back: The Beginning (2004) Featuring Willow Catelyn Maclay
The squad heads back in time with special guest Willow Catelyn Maclay to sink their teeth into Gill's pick, GINGER SNAPS BACK: THE BEGINNING (2004). Direct-to-video, but does it still draw blood? Is this the bleakest entry in the series? And, is Rowan lowkey howling that this ain't called GINGER SNAPS 3?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/I
They Will Kill You (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan do a full-on double take and somehow end up fighting Satan (again?!) with THEY WILL KILL YOU! Is the gore nasty enough to earn a spot in the horror hall of fame, or just a messy afterthought? Have we discovered someone with a foot fetish that could rival Tarantino's? And wait, just checking again, our theatre tickets don't say READY OR N
Peeping Tom (1960)
The squad busts out their film reels and stares longingly at Mike's pick, PEEPING TOM (1960). Is this a film that deserves a legacy as legendary as PSYCHO? Is the technicolor cinematography simply chef's kiss? Or, can some of us not even manage to keep our eyes open for an older movie like this?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00
Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan count to ten and seek out READY OR NOT 2: HERE I COME! Is this blood-soaked sequel sure to satisfy fans of the first? Does the new rules and deepened lore help keep things fresh? And, do the guys accidentally reveal their thoughts on the first film—one of the most-requested movies for us to review on the show? Obviously! Tune in to find out if we
Undertone (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan keep the mics hot and talk about A24's latest, UNDERTONE! Does this Canadian horror have us feeling a little patriotic? Is the sound design some nuanced work or nothing but jumpscares? And, was there any chance we weren't going to judge these people's podcast techniques? Absolutely not. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY
Leprechaun: Back 2 Tha Hood (2003)
The squad shines the buckles on their shoes and heads back for seconds with LEPRECHAUN: BACK TO THA HOOD (2003). Does it feel good to get back to the hood? Where the hell did all the limericks go? And, are we granted a cameo from an OG pod member?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:12)Tr
The Bride! (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan take a walk down the aisle and meet THE BRIDE! Is this a welcomed addition to the FRANKENSTEIN mythos? Does Buckley and Bale turn in iconic performances to remember? Or, is this a cinematic experience we'd sooner forget? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:06:08)Synopsi
Scream 7 (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan sharpen their knives and cut into SCREAM 7! Can a seventh entry still give us exciting kills? Are the returning fan-favourite characters enough to distract us from the no shows? And, in a world consumed by reboots, requels, and A.I. slop, would deepfake versions of us have given this a more favourable review? Tune in to find out if we gave this fi
Army Of Darkness (1992)
The squad grabs their boomsticks and gets medieval with Rowan's pick, ARMY OF DARKNESS (1992). Does ditching the gore for comedy still slap harder than a deadite across the face? Did this film create most of the EVIL DEAD lore? And, how long can Ash survive fighting tiny, trash-talking versions of himself?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intr
Whistle / The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill finally get around to a DOUBLE FEATURE of WHISTLE and THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 3. Does WHISTLE effectively remix the teen horror playbook, or is it just blowing hot air? Are we relived that this STRANGERS experiment is finally over? And, the real horror: should we have just stayed up later and dropped this episode sooner? Tune in to find out if we gav
In The Mouth Of Madness (1995) (SEVEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY)
For our SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY episode, the squad stares straight into the abyss as we tackle YOUR pick, IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS (1995). Is this Lovecraftian horror done right? Does John Carpenter + camp = cosmic perfection…or total madness? And let's be real, with Sam Neil on screen, there’s no way Colton & Rowan aren't spiralling into Jurassic Park territory. Join us for a celebratory
Iron Lung / Send Help (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan take in a DOUBLE FEATURE of IRON LUNG & SEND HELP! Has Markiplier plunged new depths? Is sicko Sam Raimi SO BACK? And, have this year's horror releases killed "Dumpuary?" Tune in to find out if we gave these films a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Iron Lung:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:09:06)Synopsis (00:10:50)Review (SPOI
Pulse (2001)
The squad fires up their dial-up modems to discuss Colton's pick, PULSE (2001)! Is this film more relevant now than ever? Can it maintain such an unsettling atmosphere for its entire runtime? And, what's up with all of these red-taped rooms!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:3
Return To Silent Hill (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan flick on their fog lights and RETURN TO SILENT HILL! After 20 years, does Gans still have it? Was this a loving adaptation of such cherished source material? Or, do the guys wish they simply never returned at all? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:09:35)Synopsis (00:10:05)
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton and his fingers, Gill & Rowan, don their best track suits and discuss 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE! Does the filmmaking surpass the previous instalment? Is this the most demented entry in the series? And, does this movie still meet Gill's dong quota!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00
Night Of The Living Dead (1968)
The squad boards up the windows & doors and discuss Gill's pick, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (1968)! Does a film from the 60s still feel fresh today? Were some of us ashamed to have not seen such an iconic movie? And, is Ben justified in punching everyone!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked
Primate (2026) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan go bananas for PRIMATE! Is this the best looking chimpanzee since MVP? Has Ben ever seen a jaw he doesn't want to rip? And, why does the score slap THIS HARD!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:58)Synopsis (00:05:27)Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:05:50)Review (SPOILERS)
NOW SLAYING: Late To The Slaughter 2025
Colton & Rowan return with a very special episode, NOW SLAYING: LATER TO THE SLAUGHTER—a laidback review discussion of 10 HORROR FILMS we missed in 2025! Was 2025 a strong year for horror or mid AF? Did the guys see some things that made their jaws drop? And, is Tubi now everyone's favourite streaming service? Covering FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S 2, GOOD BOY, DEAD MAIL, BONE LAKE, MATCH,
Near Dark (1987)
The squad gets their dusters on and rides into the new year with Mike's pick, NEAR DARK (1987)! Just how influential is this western vampire flick? Does Bill Paxton give the performance of a lifetime? And, is this just an ALIENS reunion tour? Tune in to find out if we have this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:27)Tr
Silent Night, Deadly Night (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill obey the voices in their heads and discuss SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT (2025)! Does this embrace the camp of the original films? Is Rohan rehashing the same character from HALLOWEEN ENDS? And, are "dark passengers" getting a little played out!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00
Christmas Evil (1980)
The squad gets ready for our Holiday bash with CHRISTMAS EVIL (1980)! What does this and TAXI DRIVER have in common? Is Harry a little too obsessed with Santa? And, did THAT ending launch us into complete euphoria? Tune in to find out if we have this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLEIGH! CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:45)Trailer (00:45:51)Synopsis/First
Frozen (2010)
The squad hits the slopes to talk about FROZEN (2010). Do we think we could have easily gotten down from this lift? Does this script scream 2010s? And, bones and wolves, the best combination!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:03)Trailer (00:51:40)Synopsis/First Experiences (00:51:59)Rev
Under The Skin (2014)
The squad embraces the resident A24 fanboy's pick with UNDER THE SKIN (2014)! Does the undercover filming style make this even more creepy? Are men really just the problem here? And, wait… Did Colton only choose this to look at some boobs!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:56)Trail
Keeper (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan trip out over KEEPER (2025)! Is Osgood Perkins' quality dipping after 3 movies in 1.5 years? For an original folk horror tale, does it make much sense? And, what they gonna do with a neck that long!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:04)Synopsis (00:04:35)Review (S
Frankenstein (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill make a monster out of GDT's FRANKENSTEIN (2025)! Is this passion project electric? Does Jacob Elordi breathe new life into this iconic creature? And, what's scarier: reanimated flesh or CGI wolves!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:11)Synopsis (00:05:30)Review
Interview With The Vampire (1994)
The squad is SO BACK to discuss the film that helped bring vampires back into the light—INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE (1994)! Does Kirsten Dunst give the ultimate child performance? Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise, power couple? And, will Mike's power even let him record this episode!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consumi
Black Phone 2 / Shelby Oaks (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan tackle another DOUBLE FEATURE, this time it's BLACK PHONE 2 & SHELBY OAKS! Do both of these movies mash well-known movies together to make something new? Did Ethan Hawke enjoy returning as "The Grabber" from the comfort of his home? And, if even for just a moment, did we get a ghost directing job from Zach Snyder!? Tune in to fi
Halloween H2O: 20 Years Later (1998)
The squad rocks their best bedhead to go 90s with HALLOWEEN H2O: 20 YEARS LATER (1998)! Is this an amazing 90s cast? Is this overrated as a Halloween movie or criminally underrated? And, how about that CGI mask!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:49)Trailer (00:35:00)Synopsis/First Exper
The Strangers: Chapter 2 / Vicious (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan forces Mike & Gill to talk about a DOUBLE FEATURE of THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2 & VICIOUS! Does Gill hate Rowan for making her watch both STRANGERS movies? Does Mike hate Rowan for making him watch VICIOUS? Is this just an episode of hating Rowan!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:The Strangers: Chapter 2:Theme/
HIM & V/H/S/Halloween (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan, Mike, & Gill are back with a DOUBLE FEATURE of HIM & V/H/S/HALLOWEEN (2025)! Does Justin Tipping live up to Jordan Peele's expectations of HIM? Does V/H/S HALLOWEEN give off the right vibes for spooky season? Or, are both of these more style over substance? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:HIM:Theme/Intr
Dead Alive AKA Braindead (1992)
The squad tries to avoid the Sumatran rat monkeys while talking about Mike's pick, DEAD ALIVE AKA BRAINDEAD (1992). Are the practical effects to die for? Does Rowan think this is better than LOTR? And, will we ever look at creamy soup the same again!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:
Witchboard (2025)/Night Of The Reaper (NOW SLAYING) Featuring Kevin from Straitjacket Talk
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan, Mike, Gill and special guest Kevin give you a DOUBLE FEATURE of WITCHBOARD (2025) & NIGHT OF THE REAPER! Was WITCHBOARD boring? Did NIGHT OF THE REAPER get us in the mood for spooky season? And, does the practical effects make or break these films? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Witchboard:Theme/Intro (00:00:00
Nope (2022)
The squad makes a spectacle of Colton's pick, NOPE (2022). Does Peele return with a film as good as GET OUT? Can we get on-board with a creature like Jean Jacket? And, saddle up folks, are we in for the much-coveted quadruple SLAY!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NEIGH, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:32)Trailer (00
Curtains (1983)
The squad gets ready for auditions with Rowan’s pick, CURTAINS (1983). Is this another Canadian slasher classic? Did this feel like two separate films, and why? And, how many weird quirks about Rowan are we going to learn this episode!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:14)Trailer (00:38
The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill take a good hard look in the mirror and watch THE CONJURING: LAST RITES! Does this movie warrant a 2+ hour runtime? Is this a satisfying conclusion to the Warren's story? And, what is The Conjuring's issue with Pennsylvania?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:05:42
Perfect Blue (1997) Featuring Willow Catelyn Maclay
The squad hits the stage with special guest Willow Catelyn Maclay for Gill's pick, PERFECT BLUE (1997). How influential is this film? Did they predict where inteternet culture was going? And, does the mere thought of ice picks make Rowan cringe? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:11)
Dead Ringers (1988)
The squad gets surgical with Mike's pick, DEAD RINGERS (1988). Does this live up to its critical reception? How do we feel about brother swapping? And, is this nightmare fuel for all woman? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:43)Trailer (00:44:24)Synopsis/First Experiences (00:44:54)R
Weapons (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton, Rowan, & Gill Naruto-run to theatres to review WEAPONS! Is Cregger's latest a huge step up from BARBARIAN? Does such an intriguing premise stick the landing? And, most importantly, were we scared? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:03:39)Synopsis (00:04:09)Review (SPOILER FRE
Together (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Gill come together to review the new NEON release, TOGETHER! Is this another body horror heavy-hitter? Did the real-life romance make that one scene really stick in our minds? Or, embarrassingly enough, does this climax early? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:03:49)Synopsis (00
Alligator (1980)
The squad makes Mike so angry that he doesn't even show up for the return of JAWGUST with Rowan's pick, ALLIGATOR (1980). Has Ramón won over our hearts? Do the practical effects make up for some awkward pacing? And, what's scarier: a creature feature or male pattern baldness? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Be
I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Gill & Rowan get their fishing fashion on and discuss I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER (2025). Did the world need another requel? What franchise is this film YET AGAIN copying? And, do the legacy characters end up hurting their legacy? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:50)Synopsis (00:
Gothika (2003)
The squad gets committed watching Colton's pick, GOTHIKA (2003). Did Colton screw up and pick a good-bad movie? What about this one screams that it's a 2000s flick? And, do we have our own ghost named Mike that sent in a corrupted audio file!? Sadly. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It
Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan are reborn with JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH! Does Gareth Edwards take the franchise to new heights? How does Rowan feel about "Dolores?" And, can the D-Rex bring JURASSIC WORLD'S bite back?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:14)Synopsis (00:04:44)Review (SPOI
The Hills Have Eyes (2006)
The squad heads on a family vacation in the desert with Gill's pick, THE HILLS HAVE EYES (2006). Is this a formative film for all of us? Is THAT scene still as horrifying as it was all those years ago? And, exactly how did 13-year-old Colton see this one in theatres!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why
Dangerous Animals/28 Years Later (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan take in a DOUBLE FEATURE of DANGEROUS ANIMALS & 28 YEARS LATER! With DANGEROUS ANIMALS, did JAWGUST come early? Was 28 YEARS LATER worth the 23-year wait? And, which movie made Colton run out of the theatre in horror? The answer may surprise you. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Dangerous Animals:Them
Multiple Maniacs (1970) (PRIDE PICK)
Rowan and Mike visit the carnival and wrap up PRIDE MONTH with Mike's pick, MULTIPLE MANIACS (1970). How important is John Waters to cinema and the LGBTQ+ movement? Was Divine's screen presence really larger than life? And, is this a film you can watch over and over again, or is it more of a one and done? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/I
Raw (2016) (PRIDE PICK)
While Colton chases girthy icebergs, the squad kicks PRIDE MONTH off with Rowan's pick, RAW (2016). Are we finding it hard to see why this is on so many pride lists? What films did we see a connective tissue to this? And, do the French know how to open a film or what!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why
Bring Her Back (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan transfer their souls to theatres to checkout BRING HER BACK! Do the Philippou brothers have another modern classic on their hands? Was this the goriest film we've seen in years? And, does this feature another all-time Sally Hawkins performance? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)T
Fear Street: Prom Queen (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Gill & Rowan relive their highschool days with FEAR STREET: PROM QUEEN! Is this the worst attempt at 80s nostalgia? Will there be another FEAR STREET entry after this one? And, just how much would've Colton hated this movie? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:05:59)Synopsis (00:06:37
Goodnight Mommy (2014)
The squad tucks themselves into bed with Colton's pick, GOODNIGHT MOMMY (2014). Has Colton picked an international banger? How did Gill think this stood up against the American remake? And, was the violence in this enough to make even Rowan wince!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:
Final Destination: Bloodlines (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan have a premonition of a great episode discussing FINAL DESTINATION: BLOODLINES! Is the opening set piece worth the price of admission, alone? Should they have swapped the main characters? And most importantly, WHAT ARE THE COOL KILLS?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:
Clown In A Cornfield (2025) (NOW SLAYING)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Gill & Rowan head to Kettle Springs to see about this CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD! Does Rowan feel old AF? Does this have enough to make it memorable? And, will Gill ever get the title correct?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)Trailer (00:04:17)Synopsis (00:04:47)Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:05:36)Review (S
Creepshow (1982)
Colton splits town before having to talk about Gill's pick, CREEPSHOW (1982). Are King & Romero a winning combination? Do a couple segments feel out of place? And, are Mike and Rowan disgusted by some of Gill's takes? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:28)Trailer (00:48:25)S
