Episodes
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Silver Bullet 40th Anniversary with Dan Attias and Bill Smitrovich
It’s been 40 years since Silver Bullet howled onto screens, and we’re celebrating with two very special guests: the film’s director Dan Attias and actor Bill Smitrovich. Join Chris, Garrett, and friends Craig, Dale, and Sawyer as they revisit this 1985 cult favorite, filmed in their home state of...
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Remembering Val Kilmer at Mi Cancun
After a long hiatus, we're back with an impromptu episode recorded at Mi Cancun in Durham, North Carolina. While having lunch, it dawned on us to record our conversation where we were talking at great length about the late Val Kilmer and his amazing career as an actor and artist. We fully…
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Remembering Tony Todd
Tonight we pay tribute to an outstanding actor we lost earlier this week: Tony Todd. His performances in Night of the Living Dead (1990), Candyman, The Crow, Final Destination, and other projects in film and television were nothing short of masterful. Join us as we remember this talented artist…
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Those Are People Who Died (Dawn of the Dead 1978 + 2004)
Wrapping up our Horror Originals and Remakes series as part of our Halloween celebrations, we're bringing one of our favorite horror movies of all time and its remake: Dawn of the Dead! Featuring original trailers, a review by movie critics Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel, and more. Be sure to follow...
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You Gotta Go to Bangor for That (Salem's Lot 1979 + 2004 + 2024)
Enjoy this bonus episode as you tear into this season's trick or treat haul. And stick around for our final episode this week in our Horror Originals and Remakes series. Happy Halloween! You will sleep like the dead, teacher.
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A Texas Chainsaw Halloween (Halloween + The Texas Chainsaw Massacre)
Our Horror Originals and Remakes series continues this month with a look at two iconic movies with horror icon killers: Halloween (1978 and 2007) and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974 and 2003). Chris discusses how each stacks up and what the reception was at the time of their release. Find out…
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Waiter, There's a Fly in My Child's Soup (Child's Play and The Fly)
Our "Horror Remakes and Originals" continues this week with a double feature of voodoo, AI, 50s sci-fi, and 80s body horror. Join Chris for his look at two sets of movies: Child's Play (1988 and 2019) and The Fly (1958 and 1986). Killer dolls and human-fly hybrids await you... if you dare. Join…
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They're All Gonna Laugh at You (Carrie 1976 + 2013)
Happy October, Happy Halloween, and Happy Podcast Listening! This month, we're taking a look at horror movies and their remakes. To start us off right, we're heading to high school for a tragic teenage tale of terror and telekinesis—not once, but twice! That's right, we're looking at Carrie from...
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Remembering James Earl Jones
The passing of a total legend. Goodbye and thanks for so many terrific performances, Mr. Jones.
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Night of a Hundred Year Laughs
It's our 100th episode and we've spared no expense to give you quite possibly one of the most mundane episodes ever! That's right: If it's mundane you're looking for, look no further! Plus: Casting choices for Pac Man: The Movie, Dream a Little Dream rebequel (reboot sequel), and TV talk. And...
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Closed for Big Game (Hoosiers - 1986)
Chris and Garrett return for March Madness with a brand-new movie commentary for the 1986 basketball drama starring Gene Hackman, Dennis Hopper, and Barbara Hershey—Hoosiers! Grab your copy of the movie and listen along as Chris and Garrett discuss the movie, why Gene Hackman thought the movie…
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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Mars (Capricorn One - 1977)
Blast off on Capricorn One, a 1977 conspiracy thriller that has captivated audiences for decades. Chris guides listeners through the film's intriguing plot, where a faked Mars mission by NASA leads to a web of deception and peril. We take a look at the movie's dynamic performances from a stellar...
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Is It Safe? (Marathon Man - 1996)
🎙️🔍 This week on The Midnight Movie Snack Podcast, join Chris as he explores the heart-pounding world of Marathon Man. 🏃♂️💥 This 1976 conspiracy thriller, starring Dustin Hoffman and Laurence Olivier, is more than just a movie - it's a journey through a web of espionage, danger, and…
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A Deadly Point of View (The Parallax View - 1974)
This week's episode has Chris delving into the 1974 conspiracy thriller, The Parallax View, directed by Alan J. Pakula and starring Warren Beatty. The episode explores the film's intricate plot, exceptional character development, and the profound themes of paranoia, power, and the manipulation of...
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Welcome to the Party, Pal! (Die Hard - 1988)
Welcome to the Christmas party, that is! Tonight, we're offering up a special holiday episode present: A movie commentary for the 1988 action/Christmas classic, Die Hard. And like John McClane's solo effort, tonight's episode is also a solo effort for Chris. (Garrett is busy with his Buddy the…
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Animal Control (Gremlins - 1984)
We're kicking off our Unlikely Christmas Classics series with a favorite of ours from 1984, starring Chris' favorite 80s actress of all time, Phoebe Cates. That's right, kids, turn off the lights, put away the water, and lock up the food, it's Gremlins! Join us for our commentary of this unlikely...
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Mr. Sandman Pays a Visit (Uncle Buck - 1989)
In this episode, Chris and Garrett conclude The John Candy Film Festival with a commentary on the 1989 comedy Uncle Buck. They delve into interesting facts about the film, shed light on what didn't make it into the final cut, and celebrate John Candy's exceptional performance as a lovable...
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Better Late Than Never (Planes, Trains and Automobiles – 1987)
Happy Thanksgiving! The timing couldn't be more perfect; as we celebrate The John Candy Film Festival this month, we come to what might be John Candy's greatest performance. From 1987, directed by John Hughes, and starring Steve Martin and John Candy, it's Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. We...
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Getting Lucky in the Funeral Home (Only the Lonely - 1991)
We're kicking off The John Candy Film Festival this month with a trio of films showcasing the comedic and dramatic talents of our favorite Canadian, John Candy. Join us for a chat about the movie, Garrett's recent location scouting trip to Chicago, and what we like (and dislike) about the 1991...
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A Podcast of Leos (Interview with Jeff Goodwin)
If you're looking for a fun interview with some film geeks, look no further. Tonight, Chris and Garrett sit down with veteran makeup artist Jeff Goodwin to talk about his decades in the film industry working with David Lynch, Dino De Laurentis, Stephen King, Scott Derrickson, and too many other...
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Inside View's Greatest Hits (The Night Flier - 1997)
Chris and Garrett take flight into the world of The Night Flier (1997). Join them as they explore the eerie setting and atmosphere, the memorable performances (Miguel Ferrer, John Bennes, and Julie Entwisle, to name just a few), and the abandoned sequel that could have been. There's talk of…
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The House That Moved (Silver Bullet Facebook Page Chat)
This belated Halloween treat is brought to you courtesy of TMMSP and Dale and Craig of the Silver Bullet Facebook page. Join us for a fun discussion about the Stephen King werewolf movie, plus Gary Busey, Everett McGill's penchant for speedos, and the current whereabouts of the Coslaw household…
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The Missiles Are Flying (The Dead Zone - 1983)
A TMMSP first! The majority of this episode was recorded in Garrett's car because of high school football and being old. Ok, Garrett's son had a football game (the last one of the season) and I'm old and need to go to bed after watching Murder She Wrote or Diagnosis Murder. Ok, maybe not, but…
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Nope, Nothing Wrong Here (Cujo - 1983)
This week, our "A Very Stephen King Halloween" continues with a look at the 1983 movie Cujo, directed by Lewis Teague (Cat's Eye) and starring some of Chris' favorite actors, Dee Wallace Stone and Christopher Stone. Chris is solo for most of this episode until he gets attacked by the family dog,...
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Fury's Breathing Down Your Neck (Christine - 1983)
We're taking a drive through the suspenseful roads of John Carpenter's Christine (1983), the adaptation of Stephen King's Christine, which tells the tale of a vengeful Plymouth Fury who will do just about anything for her man, including flaming murder! Join Chris and Garrett as they share their...
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Every Breath You Take (Cat's Eye - 1985)
We're diving into the suspenseful world of "Cat's Eye" (1985), the Stephen King anthology movie, with Chris and Garrett in the latest episode of the Midnight Movie Snack Podcast! 🍿🐾 Join our hosts as they unravel the suspense, humor, and horror in this Stephen King anthology movie, while…
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Yesterday's Movie Theaters and More
It starts with a chat about the movie theaters of our hometown and from there, it becomes like any other conversation we have: A freewheeling, stream-of-consciousness discussion about movies, what we're working on, what's next, and anything else that comes to mind. If you've ever wondered what a...
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Double Creature Feature - Alligator (1980) and Silver Bullet (1985)
If the alligator in the sewers doesn't get you, then the werewolf of Tarker's Mills might! Join us for a look at two films we got to see on the big screen recently thanks to Alamo Drafthouse in Raleigh, NC! First up, we dive deep for a look at Lewis Teague's Alligator, written by John Sayles and...
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Remembering William Friedkin
A very sad week, as we say goodbye to William Friedkin, the director responsible for The French Connection, The Exorcist, Sorcerer, To Live and Die in LA, and many more amazing films. While it's sad whenever we lose an artist, it's also a time to celebrate Friedkin's work and recognize his…
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A Fairytale for Computers (Electric Dreams - 1984)
In this mini-episode, Chris explores the futuristic vision of AI and romantic comedies in Steve Barron's Electric Dreams (1984). Although received as a cute, harmless, and pop-infused 90-minute music video, Electric Dreams offers some profound insights on technology and love in a modern context....
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No More Running Down the Wrong Road (Running Scared - 1986)
What do you get when you take two wisecracking cops who decide they've had enough of cold, crime-ridden Chicago and want to make a fresh new start in Key West, Florida? You get Running Scared with Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines, from 1986! Join us for a look at this buddy cop movie that has tons...
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A Very Quentin Tarantino Episode
This week on the Midnight Movie Snack Podcast, we're diving into the films of Quentin Tarantino. Chris and Garrett share their memories of seeing their first Tarantino movie, their top 3 favorite Tarantino movies, why The Hateful Eight would make a great stage play, how Once Upon a Time in...
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It Can't Rain All the Time (The Crow - 1994)
Today, TMMSP remembers Brandon Lee, star of The Crow (1994). Brandon, the son of martial arts movie legend Bruce Lee, was just carving a career path for himself when he filmed The Crow in Wilmington, NC in 1993. A freak accident during filming took Brandon’s life 30 years ago today. Join us for...
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No Shirt, No Shoes, No Dice! (Fast Times at Ridgemont High - 1982)
In this episode of The Midnight Movie Snack Podcast, we take a trip back to 1982 to revisit the classic teen comedy, Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Directed by Amy Heckerling and starring an incredible cast including Sean Penn, Phoebe Cates, and Jennifer Jason Leigh, this movie has become a…
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Mr. Dark's Wild Ride (Something Wicked This Way Comes - 1983)
In this episode, recorded in less than 20 minutes, Chris talks about a nostalgic favorite of his from the early 80s, Ray Bradbury's Something Wicked This Way Comes (1983). Besides being a Bradbury fan, Chris had an English teacher (Coach Vinson!) who nurtured the love for Bradbury by showing the...
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The Signpost Up Ahead (Twilight Zone: The Movie - 1983)
Join Chris for a quick trip to the Twilight Zone... Twilight Zone: The Movie, to be exact! Four stories, four directors... Steven Spielberg, George Miller, Joe Dante, and John Landis. Learn about what went into the making of the film, and the horrific accident that nearly ended the production....
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Time of Your Life, Huh Kid? (Risky Business - 1983)
Our first movie commentary of 2023! Join Chris and Garrett for their commentary of the 1983 Tom Cruise teen comedy Risky Business. Learn about the actors, the behind-the-scenes stories, the appearance of future famous actors in cameos, the 80s musical genius of Tangerine Dream, and why the movie…
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Blue Skies Forever (All the Right Moves - 1983)
Garrett (@allthings80swithgarrett) returns this week for a fun conversation about rediscovering this week's movie, All the Right Moves (1983), starring Tom Cruise, Lea Thompson, and Craig T. Nelson. We also talk about the latest Scream trailer that dropped yesterday and next week's brand-new…
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Another Time, Another Place (Streets of Fire - 1983)
Chris goes back to June 1, 1984 to revisit the Walter Hill rock-and-roll musical action-adventure, Streets of Fire, starring Michael Pare, Diane Lane, Amy Madigan, Deborah Van Valkenburgh, and Rick Moranis. Find out why this movie generated a lot of buzz with its music videos on MTV, how...
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The Wild Blue Yonder (Blue Thunder, 1983)
Happy New Year 2023! We kick off our third season with a look back at a movie celebrating its 40th anniversary this year—Blue Thunder with Roy Scheider and Malcolm McDowell. Chris reflects on how this movie was in constant rotation on HBO in the 80s after its first flight in theaters. How well…
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A Special Halloween Treat
Happy Halloween! Join us, dear trick-or-treaters, for a special treat from the Midnight Movie Snack Podcast! Grab your favorite snack, settle in, and listen to a reading of Stephen King's "One for the Road," a sequel of sorts to the novel (and miniseries we covered earlier this month) Salem's…
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A Joke on the Children (Halloween III: Season of the Witch - 1982)
It's our last Halloween-themed bite-size snack episode this month as we sample one of Chris' favorite Halloween movies: Halloween III: Season of the Witch! Cool masks, crazy witchcraft schemes involving Stonehenge, tortuous television jingles, and plot holes so big you could send a convoy of…
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Climb Upon My Knee, Sonny Boy (Jacob's Ladder - 1990)
Our month-long Halloween celebration continues with Jacob's Ladder (1990). This hallucinatory horror movie is both suspenseful and spiritual, thanks to screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin (Ghost), director Adrian Lyne (Fatal Attraction), and a solid cast led by Tim Robbins (Bull Durham). If you've…
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The Night Has Its Price (Near Dark - 1987)
It's our second bite-size snack episode this month and we've got more vampires for you! This time, it's Kathryn Bigelow's Near Dark (1987). Chris goes behind the scenes and gives listeners enough detail to hopefully pique their curiosity and check out this underrated and overlooked vampire movie...
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Sleep Like the Dead (Salem's Lot - 1979)
Join us for our first bite-size snack episode of October with a look at the Stephen King miniseries from 1979, Salem's Lot! Vampires, hit or miss Maine accents, TV and movie actors galore, and one of the creepiest vampire masters in the last 50 years (Barlow!) make this a must-see viewing...
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A Conversation with Jordan Isaiah White (The Black Phone - 2022)
This week, Chris and Garrett chat with actor Jordan Isaiah White, who stars in The Black Phone (2022) as Matty, a school bully who terrorizes the main characters in the movie. Jordan shares his experiences working on the film, his career, his love of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, his ideas for...
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Bite-Size Snack: Handcuffed to a Median (Straight Time - 1978)
This week's bite-size snack episode looks at a sometimes forgotten film from actor Dustin Hoffman: Straight Time (1978). Find out about the behind-the-scenes drama, as well as the basis for the story about a career criminal trying to live an everyday life outside the prison system. Straight Time...
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Bite-Size Snack: Flamethrowers R Us (The Thing - 1982)
Now hailed as a sci-fi horror cult classic, John Carpenter's The Thing was largely dismissed by critics and sci-fi horror fans when it was released in 1982. Find out what went into the making of this film and what it has since spawned: comic books, video games, a prequel... and a possible remake?...
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Bite-Size Snack: Remembering David Warner
This week, we lost acting legend David Warner to cancer. Chris talks about some of Warner’s accolade-worthy film performances in The Omen, Time After Time, Time Bandits, and Tron. Warner is also known for his animated performance as Batman’s nemesis Raʼs al Ghul in Batman: The Animated Series....
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Thor: Love and Elisabeth Shue (Adventures in Babysitting)
New movie commentary episode! Chris and Garrett celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Elisabeth Shue comedy, Adventures in Babysitting. Join us for lots of tangents into John Hughes, Stranger Things, The Duffer Brothers, and the cast. And check out All Things 80s with Garrett on YouTube for posts...