After The Scream with Chris & Jess
The podcast is a celebration of horror and the filmmakers who make it. We review horror films and TV series and talk to the creatives who work hard to make them, including sharing the behind-the-scenes. And we will be throwing in filmmaking tips from my years on set. Bring your favorite drink to the show- laugh and scream. It's a crazy good time!
Episodes
55 episodes
Ready Or Not 2: Actually GOOD?! (Shocking Truth)
Chris and Jess review Ready or Not 2—the sequel nobody asked for… but one we actually had a blast with. With Samara Weaving back and absolutely killing it again, plus the original directors Matt Bettinelli-Olp...
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Episode 43
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13:25
Dolly Review: Have We Finally Found the Next Horror Icon?
In this review of Dolly, I break down why this gritty, grindhouse slasher worked so well for me. With strong Texas Chain Saw Massacre vibes, a disturbing new killer, and a raw 1970s-style aesthetic, this film feels like a thro...
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Episode 42
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12:35
The Bride Movie Review: I Nearly Walked Out!
In this episode of After the Scream, we break down Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride! — and let’s just say… we did not walk out feeling the same way.Set in a stylized, gothic 1930s Chicago, the film follows Frankens...
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Episode 41
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15:13
Nostalgia Bait? Scream 7 Review!
SCREAM 7 REVIEW | Nostalgia vs Substance? Is the Satire Still There?Chris and Jess are divided.In this episode of After the Scream, we break down Scream 7 and the big question surrounding the franchise right...
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Episode 40
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18:27
Cold Storage: Does Comedy KILL Fear?!
In this review of Cold Storage (2026), we break down the new horror-comedy starring Liam Neeson and Joe Keery and ask a bigger question: Do horror comedies actually work?Cold Storage follows two night-shift emplo...
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Episode 39
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13:11
Trent Duncan's Horror Masterclass: AXES & O'S Movie
This week, we sit down with filmmaker, writer, director, and producer Trent Duncan to talk about his latest film, Axes and Os, dropping on Amazon and Apple this weekend.From crafting a Valentine’s Day horror film to c...
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Episode 38
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1:11:34
We Fought About Strangers Chapter 3 Movie!
In this review of The Strangers: Chapter 3, we’re split. Jess enjoyed it, while I didn’t connect as much. The film has some strong, brutal moments, solid performances, and is shot really well, but messy writing, pacing issues, and...
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Episode 37
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15:20
Send Help Review -I like it BUT where is the HORROR?
In this episode of After the Scream, I break down Sam Raimi’s latest film, Send Help — a wild, darkly funny survival thriller that blends horror and comedy in a way only Raimi can pull off. I talk about the great acting by Rachel McAd...
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Episode 36
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14:56
Osgood Perkins: Brilliant Horror or Boring Pretension?
Osgood Perkins is one of the most divisive voices in modern horror — and that’s exactly why we had to talk about him.In this episode, Chris and Jess break down why Perkins’ films feel so different from everything else in the genre. From ...
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Episode 35
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17:08
Keeper! A HORROR movie you wont GET?
In this episode of After the Scream with Chris & Jess, we dive into The Keeper, a slow-burn, atmospheric horror film that sparked a very different reaction between the two of us.Chris really connected with this o...
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Episode 34
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14:11
This was a SCARY Movie - Primate Review
In this episode of After the Scream with Chris & Jess, I break down one of the more surprising HORROR films to come along recently. It’s creepy, intense, and genuinely scary at times—while also clearly pulling inspiration from...
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Episode 33
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12:03
Top 8 Horror Films of 2025
On this episode of After the Scream, we count down our Top 8 Horror Films of 2025—and yes, some of these picks might seriously surprise you. This year’s list highlights not just big titles, but a strong wave of first-time indie...
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Episode 32
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26:07
Horror Fans, you might NOT like it! We Bury the Dead
On this episode of After the Scream, we review We Bury the Dead, a newer horror film that leans hard into atmosphere, grief, and the emotional fallout of a world shaped by mass death. This is a slow-burn, character-driven story ...
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Episode 31
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15:16
Our Name HAS Changed!! No longer the Horror Comedy Hangout
Welcome to After the Scream with Chris & Jess (formerly Horror Comedy Hangout)! Same great podcast, now with a fresh name, where we bring you fun interviews, honest reviews, and all the latest in horror. Whether it’s ...
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Episode 30
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1:35
Forget the Original... This is Silent Night, Deadly Night!
Chris and Jess break down Silent Night, Deadly Night (2025), a remake that genuinely surprised us and ended up being one we really loved. We dig into what works, how the story approaches its characters and themes, and why t...
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Episode 29
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14:18
The Ugly Stepsister: Is Beauty a Curse??
THE UGLY STEPSISTER Review | Body Horror, Fairy Tales, Beauty StandardsIn this episode, Chris and Jess dive deep into The Ugly Stepsister (2025) — the disturbing, Norwegian body-horror reimagining of ...
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Episode 28
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18:56
Blumhouse, you made us do this!! - FNaF 2 Review
On this episode of The Horror Comedy Hangout, Chris and Jess dive into Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, a sequel built for the fans, but somehow still feeling like it forgot what made the franchise fun in the first place. ...
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Episode 27
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19:06
The SECRET Formula Behind Iconic Horror Villains? Bad Haircut Movie Review
And can you really hate a villain once you hear their side?Chris and Jess dive into Bad Haircut — one of the strangest, funniest, and most unexpectedly emotional horror films of the year — and its unforgettable...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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16:54
Did you catch these hidden clues? FNaF 2 Trailer Review!
Chris and Jess are back—AND SO IS FREDDY! In this episode of The Horror Comedy Hangout, we tear into the brand-new Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 trailer and hunt down every hidden clue, Easter egg, and blink-and-you’ll-miss...
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Episode 25
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8:08
The Ultimate Halloween Showdown Review - ICK vs. Scared Shitless
Halloween Special! Chris and Jess from The Horror Comedy Hangout dive into two outrageously over-the-top horror comedies: Scared Shitless and ICK. We break down what works, what doesn’t, and why these twisted, hila...
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Episode 24
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31:38
A Halloween Feast Exclusive Interview: Guile Branco & Asia Lynn Pitts
In this episode of The Horror Comedy Hangout, hosts Chris and Jess chat with Guile Branco — writer, director, and star of A Halloween Feast — and Asia Lynn Pitts, an actor who brings the film’s characters, including the unforgettable g...
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Episode 23
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56:31
Is Shelby Oaks the MOST TERRIFYING Horror Movie of 2025?
Is the behind-the-scenes story of Chris Stuckmann’s long-awaited horror film, Shelby Oaks, actually scarier than the movie itself? That’s what Chris and Jess are diving into this week!After years of production de...
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Episode 22
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27:42
Good Boy Review - A Genius Film or a Gimmick?
Chris and Jess review the new horror film Good Boy — a movie told almost entirely from the POV of a dog, with low shots and a mysterious perspective that keeps the owner mostly hidden. When the pair move into the own...
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Episode 21
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19:24
Strangers Chapter 2 isn't Trash - And Here's Why?
Everyone’s calling Strangers: Chapter 2 trash, but Chris and Jess see it differently. In this review, we break down the good, the bad, and the unexpected surprises of the highly debated horror sequel. From creepy atmos...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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28:42
You Think You Know Zombies? Think Again! - Revival Series Review
Join Chris and Jess as they dive into SyFy’s brand-new series Revival — the chilling, slow-burn horror thriller based on the hit Image Comics run by Tim Seeley and Mike Norton. In this review, we break down everything you need to know ab...
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Episode 19
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24:07