Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast
Each week a panel of horror fans discuss horror movies past and present. We believe horror is for everyone, regardless of how familiar you are with the genre, or which flavor of fear you fancy most. We dissect new releases, compare originals to reboots, and tell you whether or not the movies are a hack (a waste of time) or a slash (totally killer - pun intended).
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438: 31 (2016)
03/27/2026
438: 31 (2016)
This week have decided we’re checking out Rob Zombie’s 31 (2016). We look back on its road to production, question the efficacy of its characters, and discuss the impact of its third act. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:44. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Related Episodes Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on our , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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Horror Games | Round 5 Recap, Championship Reveal
03/26/2026
Horror Games | Round 5 Recap, Championship Reveal
This week we’re breaking down Round 5 of the 2026 Horror Games as the competition forces its remaining tributes out of their comfort zones and into unfamiliar territory. We debate legacy versus modern terror with Jennifer Check facing off against Frankenstein’s Monster, argue over one of the most controversial matchups yet with Art the Clown versus The Thing, and unpack what it really means for a horror icon to survive without home field advantage. As we head into the final round, the stakes hit their peak as Jennifer Check and The Thing must prove they can take down the reigning champion, Michael Myers, in one last battle for the crown.
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Horror Games | Round 4 Recap, Fearsome Four Reveal
03/21/2026
Horror Games | Round 4 Recap, Fearsome Four Reveal
This week we’re recapping Round 4 of the 2026 Horror Games as we break down the Egregious Eight and prepare to enter the Fearsome Four. We revisit the most creative kills across each matchup, debate the biggest upsets including Art the Clown vs. Jason Voorhees, and honor the fallen tributes from every district.
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437: Undertone (2026)
03/20/2026
437: Undertone (2026)
This week we’re tuning into Undertone (2026). We weigh the power of its sound design, debate whether its slow burn fully pays off, and unpack how deeply its caregiver angle hits. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 32:47. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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Horror Games | Round 3 Recap
03/16/2026
Horror Games | Round 3 Recap
This week we’re recapping Round 3 of the 2026 Horror Games as the Slaying 16 asked voters a different question: who is the most resilient horror icon. We break down surprising outcomes like the Amityville House defeating Dracula, Pinhead overcoming Pennywise, and Art the Clown outlasting Ghostface while listener voicemails from the community weigh in on the chaos unfolding across the districts. With eight tributes remaining, we preview the Egregious Eight and reveal the next voting challenge, deciding which contender delivers the most creative kill.
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436: Freddy vs Jason (2003)
03/13/2026
436: Freddy vs Jason (2003)
This week we’re stepping into the ring with Freddy vs. Jason (2003). We unpack the movie’s crossover legacy, dissect the spectacle of watching two horror titans collide, and explore why it still works more than 20 years later. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:48. Mentioned in the Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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Horror Games | Round 2 Recap
03/10/2026
Horror Games | Round 2 Recap
This week we’re recapping the chaos of Round 2 in the 2026 Horror Games as the arena shifts from body counts to backstories, and voters are forced to decide which tributes have the most compelling origin stories. We break down the biggest matchups and surprises, including Candyman defeating Freddy Krueger, the Babadook sending Toby packing, and Dracula proving once again that imitation is rarely as powerful as the original. In this episode we also say farewell to the fallen tributes, welcome back several fan-favorite challengers returning to the arena, and preview the brutal new Round 3 challenge where voters must decide which monsters are the most resilient.
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Horror Games | Round 1 Recap
03/06/2026
Horror Games | Round 1 Recap
This week we’re breaking down the biggest face-offs, most surprising upsets, and early trends emerging from the first round of this year’s Horror Games. With 64 contenders entering the arena and only 32 surviving, we examine the blowouts, the closest calls, and the tributes who fell in battle across all four districts. We also reveal the challenge awaiting the remaining competitors in Round 2 as the games continue.
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435: Scream 7 (2026)
03/06/2026
435: Scream 7 (2026)
This week we’re returning to Woodsboro as we check out Scream 7 (2026). We discuss the franchise’s return to Sidney Prescott, debate the brutality of Ghostface’s kills, and unpack the film’s divisive third act. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 41:27. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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434: The Den (2013)
02/27/2026
434: The Den (2013)
This week we’re going online with The Den (2013). We revisit the wild west nostalgia of Chatroulette culture, debate how well the screen-life format builds tension, and unpack where the third act loses the plot. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 36:27. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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433: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956)
02/20/2026
433: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956)
This week we’re getting existential in black-and-white as we check out Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956). We dig into how the film weaponizes “cozy” small-town normalcy, why its paranoia still hits 70 years later, and what makes its central theme feel timeless. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:20. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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432: The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026)
02/13/2026
432: The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026)
This week we’re closing the book on The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026). We question why this story needed three movies, unpack how over-explaining defangs the franchise’s essence, and debate the decision quality of its leading lady. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 25:42. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Mentioned in the Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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431: Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
02/06/2026
431: Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
This week we’re heading into the jungle to dissect Cannibal Holocaust (1980). We unpack its legacy as a found-footage trailblazer, wrestle with its hypocritical commentary on media exploitation, and explore the ethical dilemmas posed by its production. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 38:24 Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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430: Eden Lake (2008)
01/30/2026
430: Eden Lake (2008)
This week we’re heading into the woods for the patron-selected Eden Lake (2008). We break down its bleak Broken Britain energy, question the believability of its antagonists, and unpack an ending that left us cold. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 22:02. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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429: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026)
01/23/2026
429: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026)
This week we’re examining the post-apocalyptic landscape of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026). We delve into the dynamics between the surviving characters, assess the impact of its cinematography, and unpack its tonal shifts from its predecessor. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 31:59. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Previous Episodes Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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428: Teaching Mrs. Tingle (1999)
01/16/2026
428: Teaching Mrs. Tingle (1999)
This week we’re exploring Teaching Mrs. Tingle (1999). We discuss Helen Mirren's standout performance, evaluate the film's genre confusion and melodrama, and reminisce about its quintessentially nineties set design. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:01. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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427: Good Boy (2025)
01/09/2026
427: Good Boy (2025)
This week we’re unpacking Good Boy (2025). We explore the film's use of a dog's perspective, analyze its emotional weight, and explore the complexity of its production. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:31. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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426: Frozen (2010)
01/02/2026
426: Frozen (2010)
This week we’re unpacking Frozen (2010). We assess the film's tense atmosphere, explore the rationale behind its character's life-or-death decisions, and explore its connection to Hatchet II. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 23:22 Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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425: 2025 Slasher’s Choice Awards
12/31/2025
425: 2025 Slasher’s Choice Awards
This week we’re wrapping up the year with our 2025 Slasher’s Choice Awards. We recap the year’s wild stats, celebrate the winners across categories like Best Survivor, Best Villain, and Best Kill, and commiserate over the Hack Awards that call out the absolute worst horrors we endured. Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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424: Gingerdead Man 2: Passion of the Crust (2008)
12/26/2025
424: Gingerdead Man 2: Passion of the Crust (2008)
This week we’re taking a bite out of Gingerdead Man 2: Passion of the Crust (2008). We assess the absurdity of its plot, evaluate the chaotic charm of its practical effects, and analyze the film's meta-commentary on low-budget filmmaking. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 32:46. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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423: Silent Night, Deadly Night (2025)
12/19/2025
423: Silent Night, Deadly Night (2025)
This week we’re unwrapping Silent Night, Deadly Night (2025). We dissect the film’s modern retelling of a cult classic, evaluate its blend of horror and dark comedy, and discuss the effectiveness of its take on Billy. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:15. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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422: The Advent Calendar (2021)
12/12/2025
422: The Advent Calendar (2021)
This week we're opening up The Advent Calendar (2021). We discuss the film's unique take on the cursed object trope, explore its balance of holiday spirit and psychological horror, and evaluate the development of its main character's journey. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:28. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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421: Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (2025)
12/05/2025
421: Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (2025)
This week we’re unpacking Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (2025). We critique the film's character development and writing, assess the effectiveness of its scares, and discuss its dedication to fan service. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:26. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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420: Bambi: The Reckoning (2025)
11/28/2025
420: Bambi: The Reckoning (2025)
This week we’re commemorating Thanksgiving with Bambi: The Reckoning (2025). We discuss the film’s balance of camp and horror, analyze its quality as a mutated creature feature, and debate its emotional impact. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 40:59. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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419: Cloverfield (2008)
11/21/2025
419: Cloverfield (2008)
This week our patrons have voted for us to review Cloverfield (2008). We discuss the impact of its found footage style, explore the complexities of the characters' relationships, and evaluate its status as a post-9/11 anxiety film. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 44:52. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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418: Frankenstein (2025)
11/14/2025
418: Frankenstein (2025)
This week we’re embarking on a gothic journey with Frankenstein (2025). We analyze its set design and costumes, discuss the character portrayals of Victor and the Creature, and debate the impact of its deviations from the book. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 39:06. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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Slasher Digest FM | Slasher Digest FM | 2025 Spooky Season Wrap Up
11/09/2025
Slasher Digest FM | Slasher Digest FM | 2025 Spooky Season Wrap Up
We’re looking back at this year’s Spooky Season and everything that made Hack or Slash University come alive: the watch parties, the 31 Days challenge, the chaos, the community, and the pure horror-loving joy that carried us through October. In this special public edition of Slasher Digest FM, we reflect on the magic that unfolded and share what’s ahead for the months to come. Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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417: The Phantom of the Opera (1925)
11/07/2025
417: The Phantom of the Opera (1925)
This week we’re unraveling the legacy of The Phantom of the Opera (1925). We analyze Lon Chaney's iconic performance, investigate the film's influence on gothic horror, and dive into the film's technical feats. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 33:22. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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Our Favorite Horror Movies Set on Halloween Night
10/31/2025
Our Favorite Horror Movies Set on Halloween Night
We’re closing out spooky season with the ultimate guide to horror movies set on Halloween night. From Halloween and Trick ’r Treat to Terrifier 2, Haunt, and Hocus Pocus, we’re breaking down the films that make October 31st the perfect home for horror. We explore how the holiday itself becomes a character, and share our favorite picks for everything from brutal slashers to family-friendly classics. Mentioned in the Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton "The Dread" Kevin MacLeod () Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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416: Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998)
10/31/2025
416: Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998)
This week we’re celebrating the night he came home with Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998). We discuss the film's portrayal of Lori Strode's trauma, analyze the impact of its Scream-inspired elements, and evaluate the franchise's return to form. In this episode's B-side, we ponder the most absurd franchise revivals, predict the future of horror icons, and debate the merits of rebooting classic characters. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 56:45. Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie Main Episode Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server. We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival! Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on , or , @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, . Special Thanks Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
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