Versus: The Competitive Movie Review Podcast

This week J&J bring you two of horrors more recent bloodbaths, Final Destination: Bloodlines vs. The Monkey, and oh boy are these sticky. Are you ready for degloving, amputation, human torches, the darkest tattoo shop in Christendom and people literally exploding...but you know, in a funny way? Then both these movies are a real good time.But which one is bloodier, wackier, wetter or funnier? Well, join the battle and see which is most likely to make you never leave your house again. Because Everybody dies, and that's f*cked up. **************************** SPOILERS **********************************                                           This podcast includes all the spoilers. Be warned.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

This week J&J bring you a list of 10 wild and wacky witch movies.Some are creepy, some are for kids (and even creepier) but none want to be part of the Harry Potter universe, because wands are are crutch.So grab your favorite goat, take off that stupid hat and let's talk Witches!!We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

So this week on this Movie based podcast, J & J are talking books!You didn't ask for it and we are gonna do it anyway.We love horror in all it's tangible forms. And the intangible ones.So here's a list of our top 20, 10 per twin, favorite horror books.Some are new discoveries, some are life-long favorites. So spend way too much time listening to us babble about what kind of horror we get into when we don't have access to a TV.Reading List, in no particular order: The Exorcist - William Peter BlattyLegion - William Peter BlattyAnd the Ass saw the Angel - Nick CaveThe Descent - Jeff LongStir of Echoes - Richard MathesonTyrant - Michael Wilde14 - Peter ClinesH.P. Lovecraft - Start kit : Dunwich Horror, Call of Cthulhu, Horror over InnsmouthThe Shining - Stephen KingSalem's Lot - Stephen KingSwan Song - Robert McCammonHouse of Leaves -   Mark Z. DanielewskiLet The Right One In - John Ajvide LindqvistThe Terror -Dan SimmonsPontypool Changes Everything - Tony BurgessWolfen - Whitley StrieberFrankenstein - Mary ShelleyRelic - Douglas Preston & Lincoln ChildsThe Hellbound Heart - Clive Barker Creed - James HerbertHonorable Mentions :                                                                                                        Devil in the White City - Eric Larson                                                                                Out There Screaming - Jordan Peele Curated Horror Anthology- We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this episode of Versus, J & J discuss two George A. Romero remakes, Dawn of the Dead and The Crazies.  We've got fast zombies, sad deputies, the destruction of life as we know it and arguably the second worst CG baby ever created.  That's not fair, it's not all CG.If you love/hate horror remakes, love/hate fast zombies , love/hate listening to 2 middle aged women natter on about which horror redo movie is better...this is the episode for you.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this week's mini episode J & J recommend ten great movies from our home country of Canada.And it's not just 10 Cronenberg movies.We bring you cults, vampires, serial killers, infections and heads exploding...just your average Tuesday in the Great White North. So park your dog sled, grab some maple syrup poutine, cuddle up with your favorite beaver and let's get this party started!We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this episode J & J battle two 80's vampire masterpieces,  Lost Boys and Near Dark.These aren't your grandma's sparkly vamps! These are  cool, they are sexy and  they all really need a shower.And oh so much shirtless saxophone!Which band of Vampires do you wanna hang with? We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Hiya! This week J & J bring you a list of 10 of great movies about haunted people in haunted places.It's not just houses anymore!We've got hotels, asylums and even submarines !! 10 fun ghostly movies worth your time.Did we include your favorite?We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

For this new full battle episode J & J compare two crazy cosmic horror, The Void (2016) and In the Mouth of Madness (1994). Tee Hee! Come get a little Lovecraft this week.  Come with us and we can all hold each others tentacles as we descend into the cyclopean depths of the terrible darkness together.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

 Just in time for Valentine's, J&J are bringing you a special Valentine's Movie Review Episode.Yup.We are reviewing two weird, wild and "romantic"  new Horror movies that you should enjoy with a loved one. Maybe not on a first date...No spoilers!We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Happy New Year! On this week's episode J&J discuss some of their favorite Aussie Horror movies, and there are some great ones, from unnecessarily large wild beasts, to young ladies who can't take no for an answer.Some are fun and gruesome  and some might rip your heart right out of your chest. From their beautiful cinematography to their well developed  stories, from their gory humor to their sometimes dredd inducing characters, the Australians know how to do it right.Can you think of any we missed?Think our opinions suck and you know better? Let us know, we love to get listen suggestions:)We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this week's mini episode of Versus, J & J will be having a conversation about what, in our opinions, was the best and worst of 2025 Horror.  There was some good stuff last year and there was some real trash, but do you agree?We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Finally we are posting a new episode! We're very excited :) In time with the release of the absolutely ridiculous looking Black Phone 2 and the streaming release of It: Welcome to Derry, we thought these two movies have enough in common that we will throw them in the ring. So we bring you the battle of IT: Chapter 1 vs. Black Phone.There's a clown and a magician. Like the worst children's party. And Bullies. So many Bullies.Also this is the first (and possibly only) time we will be battling real life Father vs. Son as we pit Stephen King against his own son Joe Hill. This could ruin relationships! Shhh don't tell them.So please enjoy this weeks new episode as we are hoping to get back into a normal release schedule. We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

  On this week"s episode of Versus, J & J battle the Original classic Evil Dead against the 2013 reimagining, Evil Dead.The results might shock you!So as the summer ends let's head to the cottage and enjoy some time with friends and family.Also this week's episode is the Premier of our fantastic new theme song by Waiting for the Storm from our super talented friend Taylor Pill.Also check out The new release by Arktheos, his other band that is also just so very good and cool and good. We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

 Hi, this week J&J must again resort to a mini-episode , as life continues to get int the way. This episode we recommend 10 compelling movies about cults / cult members. Some are existential, some are found footage, some are sticky and at least one heavily features corn.Some of these really stay with you.Please enjoy this short madness.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

This week J&J discuss the Best Werewolf Movies.There aren't that many, so this shouldn't take too long, if Jaimie can stay on topic.Sorry no full episode this week, life can be a real bitch Goddess. Bonus: A New Limerick by our in-house Poet, Neville.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

In this week's mini J&J recommend some of our favorite wet n' wild Water  Monster movies.It's gonna be moist.Yeah I could change it but I'm not gonna. Moist.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

This week J&J discuss battle these two 80's vampire classics.We talk "teens" that aren't teens, two sexy vampires...in very different ways, and two basements with so much access to direct light.Also we have a new limerick from our friend Neville and just that alone is worth it!We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this week's mini episode, J & J  recommend 10 great Alien Invasion movies.These are only Invasion based Alien movies; where aliens are specifically coming to take the place over or would given this chance. I'm looking at you Starship Troopers. These are not alien movies where aliens want to eat us.We realized there are two kinds of Alien movies. Alien Invasion: They are coming to conquer the planet for whatever reason.Aliens Hungry: They want to eat/kill us. And then go eat something else. Here or in Space.Think we're wrong?We might be. We were wrong once.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

This week J&J discuss whether or not it's cool to go into the house if you knock and no one answers?Spoilers: It is not.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this week's mini episode J&J recommend 10 fun movies featuring the Prince of Darkness in all his forms! Are they all "fun"? That depsnds on you.Have a listen and let us know if you disagree, or agree. Maybe you"ll discover something new. Sell your soul, grab a deal. Stuff's not great now, how much worse could it get?We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Beware the Moon.Stick to the Road.Stay off the Moors.Also don't get into the porno booth, with the creepy weirdo, without checking your backup is still there.Common sense advice like this and more in this week's episode of Versus!We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

2 Man-Made Monsters run amuck on, or mostly under,  the streets of their city of choice, and what we want to know is .. won't anyone think of the C.H.U.Ds ?!Who did it better?Find out on this week's episode.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this week's mini episode J & J talk about some of our favorite horror movies that involve a strong sibling bond.We tried not to "twin out" too much.No spoilers or at least none I remember:)We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Two different brain invading space slugs that climb into your mouth and mess with you up movies.Each is the perfect example of a brain invading space slugs that climb into your mouth and mess with you movies,  of their times. But which is better?Listen to J & J battle two funny, weird and gross movies Slither (2006) and Night of the Creeps (1986).Even if you don't listen, watch both. Have a theme night !We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Hey Genre Fans, This week J & J wanted to do something a bit different so here is the first Mini Episode or List Episode.And no better place to start but New French Extremis Horror.Hope you enjoy this shorter, more casual content.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Get ready to Laugh!!No.Not really.This week J&J take on two super intense French Horror movies, come find out which one is less damaging to your psyche on the 10th episode of the show We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

God!Satan!Good Church :) Bad Church :( One of these movies cost $100 million in 1999!?!Was it worth it?J & J discuss it in this week's episode:)We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this week's episode, J & J compare an early 2000's underrated gem to an early 1980's underrated gem.One's for date night, one's for watching with a group of friends. Which reptile rampage you'd  choose for which, says a lot about you.Please subscribe or leave a comment:)We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

One is about a girl who falls for the wrong gut.THe other is about a girl, that falls for the wrong guy.Very Different Results.Come explore these two relationship  nightmares with J & J, to see who did it better, on a special Valentine's.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

This week J & J take you underground where we battle The Descent vs. The Cave. Mutated underground humans are gonna eat you...maybe...is that what they want...kinda, some of them...It's not super clear but we're gonna get into it. We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Hey, do you like suspense?  Do you want your zombies fast and numerous? Do you like solid characters you can actually care about?  Do you like faced paced frantic action?!Yes?!Well, grab your Kleenex and join J & J as they battle two "zombie" classics.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

On this week's episode...2 missing ships.2 likable crews.2 sets of ghost boobs.2 misleading surprise villains who aren't going to leave the ship.So Much Blood!Who did it better?Join us to find out. *********** Spoiler Warning **************                 We spoil everything.We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

Do you want frilly shirts?Excruciating time-period melodrama?Vampire Boobs?Kenneth Branagh's six-pack?Serious men crying serious tears?A badly miscast Robert DeNiro?Well, Jessica and Jaimie have it all for you on today's episode! We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

 One eats you from the Outside! One eats you from the Inside!  Which is worse?!?Both right? The answer is both?We will  let you know this week, when we fight two classics: The Blob (1988) and The Stuff (1985).We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!

In our first premiere episode,  Jaimie and Jessica compare two 90's Teen Horror classics, The Faculty (1998) Vs. Disturbing Behaviour (1998). Invasion of the body Snatchers... but Kids! Vs. The Stepford Wives... but Kids!       One is clearly better than the other but which one?        Drop in and let's see whose side you're on!We cannot respond to comments here. If you need a response email us at [email protected] get in touch with us for episode recommendations, suggestions or comments:Email: [email protected]: @versuspodcast2024TikTok: @versusmoviepodBluesky: @versuspod.bsky.socialIf you like the show subscribe to the podcast and give us a review on your chosen podcast app. MUSIC provided by: Waiting for the Storm Edited by: Adrian Thanks for listening!