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EPISODE · Apr 1, 2026 · 35 MIN

S1 E13 - Critters (1986): They Bite Back

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Episode 13 – Critters (1986): They Bite BackAfter a brief hiatus (don’t worry, we survived… barely), Misery Loves Movies is back and ready to suffer again—this time at the tiny, toothy hands of Critters (1986). That’s right, we’re diving into this cult classic creature feature where a swarm of alien furballs crash-land on Earth and immediately start snacking on anything—and anyone—in their path.Set in a small Kansas town, the film follows the Brown family as they try to survive a night of chaos while shape-shifting bounty hunters attempt to clean up the mess. It’s part horror, part comedy, and 100% chaotic 80s energy. But does Critters rise above the usual “small monsters attack” formula, or is it just another Gremlins knockoff with sharper teeth?We break down the wild effects, questionable decisions, and everything that makes this movie a cult favorite (or a total mess).🎧 New episodes drop weekly—follow the show so you don’t miss a single trainwreck.📸 Instagram: @miserylovesmoviespod📩 Email us your thoughts or your favorite creature features: [email protected]’re back, we’re miserable, and we’re just getting started.

Episode 13 – Critters (1986): They Bite BackAfter a brief hiatus (don’t worry, we survived… barely), Misery Loves Movies is back and ready to suffer again—this time at the tiny, toothy hands of Critters (1986). That’s right, we’re diving into this cult classic creature feature where a swarm of alien furballs crash-land on Earth and immediately start snacking on anything—and anyone—in their path.Set in a small Kansas town, the film follows the Brown family as they try to survive a night of chaos while shape-shifting bounty hunters attempt to clean up the mess. It’s part horror, part comedy, and 100% chaotic 80s energy. But does Critters rise above the usual “small monsters attack” formula, or is it just another Gremlins knockoff with sharper teeth?We break down the wild effects, questionable decisions, and everything that makes this movie a cult favorite (or a total mess).🎧 New episodes drop weekly—follow the show so you don’t miss a single trainwreck.📸 Instagram: @miserylovesmoviespod📩 Email us your thoughts or your favorite creature features: [email protected]’re back, we’re miserable, and we’re just getting started.

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