Critters (1986), Stephen Herek | Horror Movie Club Review | S02E16 episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 49 MIN

Critters (1986), Stephen Herek | Horror Movie Club Review | S02E16

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Jeffy and Samantha celebrate Critters' 40th anniversary, breaking down New Line Cinema’s 1986 creature feature: the ravenous Krytes, two deadpan bounty hunters, and a farmhouse under siege driven by practical puppetry from the Chiodo Brothers. They cover cast highlights, Gremlins comparisons, practical effects vs. CGI, the film’s blend of horror and comedy, survival tactics, and why this messy, fun 80s monster movie still entertains.

Jeffy and Samantha celebrate Critters' 40th anniversary, breaking down New Line Cinema’s 1986 creature feature: the ravenous Krytes, two deadpan bounty hunters, and a farmhouse under siege driven by practical puppetry from the Chiodo Brothers. They cover cast highlights, Gremlins comparisons, practical effects vs. CGI, the film’s blend of horror and comedy, survival tactics, and why this messy, fun 80s monster movie still entertains.

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