The Corpse Cast Horror Podcast

On this episode of The Corpse Cast, we dive into the surreal and dreamlike world of French cult filmmaker Jean Rollin. Known for blending gothic horror, erotic imagery, and surreal storytelling, Rollin created some of the most unusual vampire films in European genre cinema.We explore two of his most distinctive works: Lips of Blood, a haunting tale of memory and longing that pulls its protagonist toward a mysterious castle and a forgotten vampire past, and Fascination, a hypnotic story of aristocratic decadence, ritual blood-drinking, and a thief who finds himself in far more danger than he expected.Along the way, we talk about Rollin’s unique filmmaking style, the strange dream logic that defines his movies, and why these atmospheric vampire films have become enduring cult favorites among horror fans.So step into the château, watch out for the scythe, and join us as we explore the eerie and hypnotic cinema of Jean Rollin.

Welcome back to The Corpse Cast! In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the blood-soaked madness of Wild Japan. Japanese splatter cinema has a reputation for pushing boundaries, and today we’re talking about two of the most outrageous entries in the genre: The Machine Girl and Tokyo Gore Police.From chainsaw arms and over-the-top revenge to mutant criminals and gallons of absurd gore, these films represent the wild, unhinged energy that made late-2000s Japanese extreme horror so unforgettable. We break down the plots, the insanity, the practical effects, and why these movies have become cult favorites among horror fans.If you love outrageous practical effects, cult horror, and movies that absolutely refuse to hold back, this episode is for you.Sit back, relax, and enjoy the carnage.🩸 Movies Discussed:The Machine GirlTokyo Gore Police🎙 Podcast: The Corpse Cast💀 Horror • Cult Films • Gore • Weird Cinema

This week on The Corpse Cast, we dive into a double feature of ooze, obsession, and full-blown body horror. We’re discussing the cult classic The Stuff and the modern nightmare The Substance to explore one disturbing question: what happens when the promise of perfection starts consuming you?First, we dig into the bizarre 1980s satire from Larry Cohen, where a mysterious dessert sweeps the nation and turns consumer culture into a literal feeding frenzy. Then we jump into Coralie Fargeat’s brutal and stylish body-horror spectacle about youth, beauty, and the horrifying cost of trying to become a “better” version of yourself.From killer yogurt to identity-splitting chemicals, we break down the grotesque transformations, the social commentary behind both films, and why body horror continues to be one of the most effective ways to explore our fears about control, aging, and the commodification of the human body.Grab a spoon, take the injection, and join us as we talk about consumption, perfection, and the horror of the body turning against itself.

Blood, Tape, and Trash: Cannibal Hookers & Camp Blood | The Corpse CastWelcome back to The Corpse Cast, where we dig up the wildest corners of horror cinema. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the gritty world of Shot-On-Video (SOV) horror with two underground cult oddities: Cannibal Hookers (1987) and Camp Blood (2000).First up, we talk about Cannibal Hookers, the infamous low-budget VHS nightmare packed with cults, cannibalism, and exactly the kind of chaotic filmmaking that makes SOV horror so legendary. Then we head deep into the woods with Camp Blood, a slasher staple from the late-90s DIY horror scene featuring one seriously creepy clown killer.We break down the stories, the gore, the production madness, and why these grainy VHS-era horror films still have such a devoted cult following today. Are they hidden gems of underground horror… or just gloriously trashy midnight movie material?Grab your popcorn, dust off the VCR, and join us as we explore the blood-soaked world of SOV horror.If you enjoy obscure horror, slashers, and VHS-era madness, make sure to like, subscribe, and follow The Corpse Cast for more deep dives into cult horror cinema.

Which 1931 Dracula SUCKS Better?Two Draculas. Same Universal sets. Same year. Shot back-to-back… and one of them might be the superior vampire flick.In this fang-tastic episode, undead hosts Mike Cadaver & Matt Wall go full coffin-to-coffin comparing:• Bela Lugosi’s legendary Count vs. Carlos Villarías in the rarely-seen Spanish Drácula• The wild behind-the-scenes story: how George Melford directed the Spanish version at night (without speaking Spanish!) and still made a 30-minute-longer, steamier, more cinematic monster• Pacing, scares, atmosphere, sexy Eva vs. Mina, and that infamous “bite close-up” difference• Final verdict: which one reigns supreme in 2026?If you love Universal Monster classics, vampire deep-dives, or film history rabbit holes, this one’s for you.Drop your verdict in the comments:Team Lugosi 🧛 or Team Spanish Dracula 🦇?

Join your undead hosts Mike Cadaver and Matt Wall as we dig deep into the shadowy roots of Eastern European folk horror, where ancient superstitions, rural dread, and nightmarish creatures lurk just beyond the village lights.This time we're exhuming two pioneering classics from behind the Iron Curtain:Then we cross into Yugoslavian territory with **Leptirica (1973)** (aka *The She-Butterfly*), a made-for-TV Serbian gem directed by Đorđe Kadijević and often hailed as the first true horror film from the region. Drawing from Milovan Glišić's 19th-century vampire story *After Ninety Years*, it follows a young man who must prove his worth by spending a night in a cursed mill haunted by the infamous folkloric vampire Sava Savanović. Things get hairy (literally) with monstrous nocturnal attacks, a transformative she-vampire, stakes through the heart, and a creeping atmosphere soaked in Slavic rural paranoia and folklore. It's raw, eerie, and ferociously cynical—think early folk horror with teeth.Secondly we dig into the Soviet masterpiece Viy (1967)—directed by Konstantin Yershov and Georgi Kropachyov, and based on Nikolai Gogol's chilling tale. A wayward seminary student finds himself trapped in a remote church, reciting prayers over the corpse of a beautiful young woman... who turns out to be a vengeful witch with a taste for revenge. Expect hypnotic flights across moonlit fields, demonic visions, and the terrifying titular Viy—a monstrous spirit whose gaze no mortal can withstand. This one's a wild blend of Gothic fantasy, dark folklore, and surreal visuals that still feels fresh and frightening today.Grab your holy water (or rakija), light a candle, and come get buried in Eastern European folk horror with us. Don't blink... or the Viy might see you.Available now wherever corpses are cast! 🪦🎙️ #FolkHorror #Viy #Leptirica #EasternEuropeanHorror #TheCorpseCast

Ditch the eggnog and chug the hemoglobin—it's time to unwrap a holiday bloodbath on The Corpse Cast! We're slashing through the cozy cheer with two viscera-vomiting Christmas anti-classics that turn tinsel into tourniquets and mistletoe into murder weapons. Kick off with Dead End (2003) then we carve open Inside (2007).Get some...

Join your horror hosts Mike Cadaver and Matt Wall on The Corpse Cast as we dive into one of the wildest coincidences in ’90s horror: Robert Rodriguez’s The Faculty and David Nutter’s Disturbing Behavior – both released in 1998, both about parasites/robots turning high school kids into perfect little monsters… and they’re scary similar!We’re breaking down the casts (Elijah Wood, Josh Hartnett, Famke Janssen vs James Marsden, Katie Holmes, Nick Stahl), the kills, the teen angst, the killer soundtracks, and asking the big question: rip-off, trend, or Hollywood reading from the same script bible?If you love late-’90s teen horror, Invasion of the Body Snatchers vibes, and movies that time forgot, this episode is for you!

Dive into the shadowy depths of cinematic vengeance with your undead hosts, Mike Cadaver and Matt Wall, on this bone-chilling episode of The Corpse Cast. We're pitting Ingmar Bergman's austere masterpiece The Virgin Spring (1960)—a stark, medieval meditation on faith, sin, and divine retribution—against Wes Craven's raw, unflinching shocker The Last House on the Left (1972), the godfather of grindhouse gut-punch that redefined horror's moral underbelly.

The Corpse Cast hosts Mike Cadaver and Matt Wall return for round two of Lovecraftian horrors, diving into Dagon (2001) and The Lighthouse (2019). We're talking a Lovecraft adaptation, and a Lovecraftian film, in theme only... What's the difference between the two? You're about to find out. Join us for fish-monster and farts! Come and get it...

The Corpse Cast hosts Mike Cadaver and Matt Wall return for round two of Lovecraftian horrors, diving into Dagon (2001) and The Lighthouse (2019). We're talking a Lovecraft adaptation, and a Lovecraftian film, in theme only... What's the difference between the two? You're about to find out. Join us for fish-monster and farts! Come and get it...

Dive into the shadowy, psychedelic underbelly of Euro-horror with your host Mike Cadaver and his electrifying co-host Matt Wall in this spine-tingling episode of The Corpse Cast! For the first time on the show, Matt Wall—cult film aficionado and self-proclaimed "Franco fanatic"—joins Mike to dissect the enigmatic genius of Jess Franco, the prolific Spanish auteur whose boundary-pushing films blurred the lines between eroticism, surrealism, and outright depravity.The focus for this episode is on Franco's muses, the ethereal Soledad Miranda, whose tragic beauty lit up Vampyros Lesbos before her untimely death at 27, and the fearless Lina Romay, Franco's real-life partner and on-screen siren who fearlessly embodied raw sensuality in over 100 of his fever-dream productions including Female Vampire.

The days are getting shorter, mornings are getting just a little more crisp, and best of all it's back to school time! We all remember the horrors of high school in our own lives, so The Corpse Cast thought... what a better time to talk about the horrors of other people's high school experiences! This episode we're talking: Return to Horror High (1987), Battle Royale (2000) and Prom Night (1980). Come and get it!

This week The Corpse Cast is getting into your brains (or is it getting into ours?) with three terrifying psycholocial horror films. All different in their own way, but all very disturbing. Join us as we chat about Altered States from 1980, Jacob's Ladder from 1990, and Heretic from 2024.

In this episode, Mike and Steve dive into the 1950s giant bug craze, focusing on The Deadly Mantis (1957), Tarantula (1955), and Them! (1954). They explore the era’s atomic fears that spawned these monster flicks, mixing humor and horror nostalgia. Mike recaps The Deadly Mantis’s arctic-born, city-smashing insect, poking fun at its clunky effects. Steve covers Tarantula’s desert rampage, praising its creepy vibe and chuckling at the oversized spider’s stealth. Both agree Them!’s giant ants steal the show with eerie sounds and tense action. They debate which film’s creature is king, tossing in quips about bug spray and B-movie charm. 

The Corpse Cast is back after a long holiday hiatus! We're coming back talking about Lamberto Bava's work. Son of horror maestro Mario Bava, but no slouch himself, Lamberto Bava has carved out a little Italian film Niche for himself! So join us as we talk about three of his best... er... um... three of his movies!

Strap in, fans of The Corpse Cast—Mike and Steve are back with a beach-themed bloodbath! In this sun-scorched episode, the guys dive headfirst into the murky waters of seaside horror, where vacation vibes quickly give way to cosmic dread, body mutilation, and sand-sucking death.First up is The Beach House (2019), a moody slow-burner that takes an intimate getaway and twists it into a Lovecraftian nightmare of infection and despair. Then, it’s time to crack open the beer and crank the synths for The Mutilator (1984)—a slasher that answers the age-old question: what happens when your dad’s beach house turns into a kill zone? The guys talk ridiculous weapons, absurd one-liners, and that unforgettable theme song, “Fall Break!” Finally, the sand isn’t safe in Blood Beach (1980), where something beneath the surface is snatching up unsuspecting sunbathers. Is it a monster? A metaphor? Or just an excuse for John Saxon to glare at people while the '80s happen around him? Mike and Steve dig deep to find out.Grab your SPF 666, avoid the shoreline, and join The Corpse Cast for an episode soaked in seafoam, screams, and severed limbs!

In this chillingly chucklesome episode of The Corpse Cast, Mike and Steve dive face-first into the greasepainted madness of clowns in horror. Why are these carnival icons so unsettling? Is it the permanent smile, the unpredictable behavior, or the sheer absurdity of their existence? The boys tackle these questions with a blend of blood-soaked insight and dark humor.They kick things off with a breakdown of Clown (2014), the body-horror tale of a father cursed by an ancient demon masquerading as a clown suit. Next up is Stitches (2012), a slasher-comedy romp where a vengeful undead clown crashes a teenager's party with hilariously gory results. Finally, they close with the cult classic Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988), a candy-colored nightmare filled with popcorn guns, cotton candy cocoons, and extraterrestrial absurdity.

On this squirm-inducing episode of The Corpse Cast, Mike and Steve dig deep into the dark, damp underworld of killer bug horror. First up: the Spanish-American cult classic Slugs (1988), where flesh-eating mollusks make suburban life a literal hellhole. Then, the guys crawl back to 1976’s Squirm, where a downed power line turns innocent earthworms into writhing, toothy death machines. Finally, they wrap up with The Nest (1987), a deeply '80s gem packed with mutant cockroaches, mad science, and some seriously grotesque practical effects.So grab your salt, avoid the plumbing, and tune in... because on this episode, the infestation is personal.

In this deep-dive horror episode, Mike and Steve take a blood-soaked trip through the chilling, surreal world of Dario Argento’s Three Mothers Trilogy. They kick things off with 1977’s Suspiria, praising its dreamlike atmosphere, Goblin’s iconic score, and the technicolor nightmare that introduced audiences to Mater Suspiriorum, the Mother of Sighs. Then they plunge into 1980’s Inferno, where Argento dials up the visual storytelling and occult mysticism, and the guys debate whether style truly trumps substance. Finally, they close with Mother of Tears (2007), the long-awaited and controversial finale, exploring whether it delivered the epic conclusion fans hoped for—or left them sighing for different reasons.

What's with 80's horror movies and their love affair with Toxic Waste? Well, we get into that on this episode, as well as listing our top 5 80's horror movies involving Toxic Waste. All that's left is for you to get on it!

After a bit of a hiatus, The Corpse Cast is back in full swing with a brand new episode! This episode Mike and Steve will be talking about Horror movies directed by Rock Stars... and 2/3rds of them starring Devin Sawa. How's  that for a niche genre, huh?

In this chilling episode of The Corpse Cast, your gruesome hosts dive into a terrifying trio of supernatural nightmares! First up, they unravel the flesh-ripping terror of The Queen of Black Magic (2019), discussing its brutal reimagining of the classic Indonesian horror and the film’s nightmarish blend of witchcraft and body horror. Then, they sink their teeth into Sumala (2024), a spine-tingling descent into Southeast Asia's folklore, where curses and vengeful spirits lurk in the shadows. Finally, they dig deep into the grotesque torment of Grave Torture (2024), dissecting its unrelenting brutality and gruesome atmosphere. Come and get it!

It's been quite a while since we've had a proper episode of The Corpse Cast due to wanting our wives to like us and Steve playing in a sweet band. So, I decided to make sure you didn't forget about us and put together a bonus episode! I talk about Vampyr from 1932. A film that I'd shamefully not seen until now. Come and get it!

Join Mike Cadaver and Steven Rex as we discuss Hammer's Karnstein Trilogy which includes The Vampire Lovers, Lust for a Vampire and Twins of Evil! Yeah, we know that so far in 2025 The Corpse Cast has been talking about nothing but vampires... but trust us... these vampires are very different than those featured in episode 367. These ones are sexy! So, ready yourself for some Hammer Glamour and join us with Episode 368

After a long hiatus The Corpse Cast if finally back for 2025! We're kicking it off with 70's Exploitation Dracleas... I pronounce it that way because back in the 70's I didn't know the difference between Dracula and any Vampires... also I was a child, so I said "Dracleas". Well, it's good I didn't see some of these movies back in the 70's because... well, you know. Anyway, this episode we've got Blood for Dracula (1974), The Satanic rites of Dracula 1973, and Nosferatu, the Vampyre (1979). Come and get it!

Join us in this chilling episode of The Corpse Cast as we count down the top 10 horror films of 2024 that sent shivers down our spines! From groundbreaking indie gems to blockbuster nightmares, we dissect the films that redefined the genre this year. Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your fright-filled content.

Ladies and Gentlemen! It's the most wonderful time of the year. We're getting ready to settle down for a long winter's nap with food, football, holidays, and horror! This episode we're talking about three movies full of Christmas cheer! We've got Christmas Bloody Christmas from 2022, Terrifier 3 from 2024, and Don't Open till Christmas from 1984. Grab a cocoa, a blanket and snuggle in front of the tree and fire as we bust your ears with talk about these three flicks!

This episode is dedicated to one of the most prolific and recognizable genre actors of our time… Clint Howard! We talk about movies from three different eras of his life with Bloodrayne: The Third Reich (2011), Ice Cream Man (1995), and Evilspeak from 1981).

A witch is a person who, though cognizant of the laws of God, endeavors to act through the medium, of a pact with the Devil - Boris Balkan. This episode we've chosen three movies all about witches. Whether they're dudes, goats, or dancers, join us for our discussion!

Everybody loves the Bacon... this is just a fact. Everybody has a favorite Kevin Bacon film... even your grandma. He's done movies in every genre, intended for all types of people. He, also, is a big horror fan, and that's why we love him. We chose three of his movies to talk about today. We appreciate him, so let's talk about him. Come and get it!

It's Halloween Night, you've just come in from the cold and autumnal air. Your children are in the other room sorting through the spoils from their evening's trek. You're exhausted from a long day of activities, and you're looking forward to a relaxing sit next to the fire as you watch some holiday themed television. Alas, that much-needed relaxation will not be afforded to you! Nobody should air live content on this night... not the night where the realms of the living and the dead almost meet! You're in for a ride, so you might as well buckle up! This episode we're talking about three movies that deal with live broadcasts that happen on Halloween Night, that don't go as expected! We're starting off with WNUF Halloween Special from 2013 and Ghostwatch from 1992. Then we bring you the latest of this genre with Late Night with the Devil from 2024. Join us... if you dare!

Ladies and gentlemen... The Corpse Cast is proud to present, BOWLING HORROR! Yes, you heard that correctly. Bowling Horror... What can you really say about this integral genre in horror? Well, not much, I'm afraid. What we did do, however, is choose three movies, all about bowling, that couldn't have more different vibes. We're talking Last Night at Terrace Lanes from 2024, Gutterballs from 2008, and Sorority Babes in the Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama from 1988. Come and get it!

Ladies and Gentlemen, I'm going to have to ask you to keep your hands and legs inside the vehicle because this episode is going to be a bumpy ride! As if Body Horror isn't one of the grossest genres of horror film that exists, but we decided to choose a movie about a woman rotting from the inside. Gross... Anyhow, let's get to it! We're talking Thanatomorphose from 2012 and Cronenberg's Crimes of the Future form 2022. I don't know what else to say about this other than... good luck!

Welcome everyone! The Corpse Cast is back and this episode we're talking about a couple of Alien Invasion movies! Join us as we chat about Tobe Hooper and Dan O'Bannon's remake of a 1953 classic called Invaders from Mars (1986), and one of the greatest alien siege movies of all time, Nightbeast from 1982. Come and get it!

It's summertime folks! What does summertime mean? It means its time to get back to nature, and sit around the campfire. What do we do around the campfire? Well, we tell scary stories. The movies we've chosen for this episode all have that in common. Not only do they each have a nice "Scary Story around the Campfire" scene, but the killers are based off local urban legend. We're talking about The Burning and Madman, both from 1981. Then we're talking about Sleepaway Camp 2: Unhappy Campers from 1988.

This episode we're getting down and dirty with another Exploitation Sub-Genre! We're talking The Big Doll House and The Big Bust out, both Women in Prison films. So, hike up your britches and make sure your head is screwed on tight because this one is a doozy!

Well folks, it's the summer and that means vacations! Steve is out having a great time living it up at a cabin in the woods and Mike is home alone. Well, Mike has seen some good stuff lately and he's decided to tell you about it. So join as him as he chats about some random flicks he's seen lately! This episode is all about The Hills Run Red (2009), Deadstream (2022), and Reform School Girls (1986). Come and get it

This episode The Corpse Cast is all about the Japanese "Ghost Cat" Film Genre. We're actually talking about three of the films from this genre today. Though they're all in the same genre, all three are very different. We start with Black Cat Mansion from 1958, move on to A Haunted Turkish Bathhouse from 1975, and finish off with House from 1977. Come and get it!

This episode we're talking about movies that spend a significant time with chicks on the slab! We're talking about After.Life from 2009 and The Autopsy of Jane Doe from 2016. Come and get some!

You like road trips? The freedom of the open road, the good friends, and snacks... Well, what happens when it doesn't go to plan? All the sudden you realize how vulnerable you really are! This episode we're talking about road trips gone bad with 1971's Duel and Joy Ride from 2001. Come and get it!

Join The Corpse Cast as we talk about a couple of found footage films from the last 10 years. First we're talking the pandemic thriller Host from 2020, then we're talking about As Above, So Below from 2014. Come and get it!

It's difficult to talk about every film adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft's work in one episode. It's nigh impossible to discuss every film that has ever been inspired by Lovecraft in one episode. So, here's what we're going to do. We're going to pick a couple of films based off his work, talk them, and call that a good start! So, here we go... The Dunwich Horror from 1970 and The Resurrected from 1991. Come get some!

That's right folks! The Corpse Cast is back and this episode we're talking about two very different movies about Voodoo. We're talking The Skeleton Key from 2005 and Sugar Hill from 1974. Come and get it!

We're doing Elevator Horror... you read that right. We're talking about horror that takes place in or around an elevator. You might think that there wouldn't be a bunch of choices... but there are. You might think that they're not very good... jury is still out. Anyhow, we're talking The End? from 2017, and The Lift from 1983. Come and get it!

We have an EPIC show for you this week! We're talking Sword and Sorcery movies! We also have a guest on the show, Rad Rob Gray! We get the insight into his band, Toxic Dose, as well as his tour, playing for Toxic Holocaust, with the mighty Abbath! Come and get it!

I'm afraid that this episode is too late. I had to cancel our recording of this episode last Friday because of a work engagement, but now it is two days after Valentine's Day. We're talking about two movies about doomed pregnancies and babies! We're talking Grace from 2008 and The Unborn from 1991. This should have been a warning to you for Valentine's... but now it's too late. You're all pregnant... and DOOMED!

We're continuing to cover our "Horror Blind Spots" this episode as we talk Gialli. Specifically, we're talking Cat o' Nine Tails (1971) and Giallo in Venice (1979). Come and get it!!!

Starting off the year with a bang! This year we're trying to make up for some of our "Horror Blind Spots". We hadn't seen too many Hong Kong Black Magic films... but we take a dent out of them this episode! We're talking about Seeding of a Ghost and The Boxer's Omen, both from 1983.

We've arrived at the last episode of the year! Much like every other horror podcast on this planet, we too, did a year in review episode. We're talking about our top 5 horror movies that came out this year as well as the top five movies we saw for the first time this year! Get some!!!