Bigscreen Boogeymen 3: Under Crystal Lake

Join hosts Todd and Rich as they dive into the 2009 Michael Bay produced reboot of the series, a film that tried to do the plot of 3 movies in one to mild acclaim. This episode also features a ranking of all the films and a top kills discussion.

Join hosts Todd and Rich along with guest "America's Boyfriend" Ryan as they record an episode on location in a cabin in the woods even though this movie takes place is space.

We've reached the bottom of the filth barrel from episode 8. On this episode hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guests Amy and Nick as they review what is widely regarded as the worst Friday the 13th movie. Jason is now possessing bodies as a weird slug thing and we're questioning the entire horror genre.

In this episode hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guests Kate and Brogan as they dig into the question why was this titled Jason takes Manhattan when almost none of the movie happens there.

Who would win in a fight, Jason Voorhees or a telepathic teenager? Join hosts Todd and Rich along with guests Rachel and Kas as they seek the answer to this important question.

Jason is BACK! On this episode hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guests Matthew and Q as they discuss this franchises return to form. Is this the definitive Jason? Find out with Bigscreen Boogeymen

On this episode hosts Todd and Rich are joined by their partners Liz and Michelle as they talk about part 5 and the staggering twist. Camp Crystal Lake has been converted to a juvenile rehabilitation center and these kids have more than their permanent records to worry about.

Did you know that Friday the 13th The final Chapter isn't even halfway through the series? Join Todd and Rich along with Guests Riley and Brian as they dive into this picture and analyze Crispin Glover's dancing skills. This also marks the first appearance of Tommy Jarvis in the series.

It's time for Jason to don the now iconic hockey mask and kill a bunch of teenagers in 3D! Join hosts Todd and Rich along with guests Lindsay and Theo as they talk about the film that literally changed the face of the franchise.

It's time for more Bigscreen Boogeymen. This time around we'll be talking about the 1981 Steve Miner picture Friday the 13th Part 2. Hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guests Margot and McKenna as they discuss the undeniable erotic appeal of shiny brown satin underwear. We also get our first glimpses of Jason in this one albeit not with the iconic mask just yet. See Baghead Jason terrorize the reopening of Camp Crystal Lake.

It's Friday the 13th and time for Season 3 of Bigscreen Boogeymen. This season we will be exploring the Friday the 13th franchise.

Episode 1 covers the "original" Friday. In 1980 Sean Cunningham had an idea. Make a boatload of money by copying a formula that John Carpenter set the stage for with 1977's Halloween but add some on screen kills and Kevin Bacon.

Did you think your holidays would be safe from the Bigcreen Boogeymen Podcast? We got together with some holiday spirits to record a very special episode 1974's Protoslasher sensation Black Christmas. Join hosts Todd and Rich and guest Kas as they dive into the influential film and its holiday legacy. Holidays are hard and you can always take a break with Bigscreen Boogeymen.

On this season finale of Bigscreen Boogeymen hosts Todd and Rich try to get through one of the worst franchise reboots either has seen. Watch a respected actor make Freddy into a gross caricature and some of the worst CGI this side of the 2000s. Watch Rooney Mara somehow shed this role and become a well known actor in the aftermath.  Afterwards they will rank the series and give favorite kills and final thoughts on the season. Is it finally safe to go back to sleep? Find out with Bigscreen Boogeymen 

On this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guest Hank to talk about the biggest crossover event of the 00s, Ronny Yu's Freddy Vs. Jason. What happens when the stars of two powerhouse slasher franchises go head to head in a fight for the ages? Find out with Bigscreen Boogeymen!

On this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen hosts Todd and Rich will be joined by guests Matthew and Jack to discuss Wes Craven's New Nightmare. New Nightmare is a prototype of meta horror and helped lay the groundwork to the self aware slashers that would dominate the 90s and 00s. Is this a great movie, is it an important movie? Is it both? Find out with the Bigscreen Boogeymen.

On this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guest Ryan to discuss "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare". This film was panned so hard they brought back Wes for part 7. Join us as we talk about Video game deaths, and John Does, and Roseanne Barr Oh my. 

On this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guests Liz and Michelle as they discuss the 1989 film A Nightmare on Elm St 5: The Dream Child. Does this film still have something to offer or does adding a kid to a horror franchise ruin it? Find out with Bigscreen Boogeymen

On this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen 2 Nightmares on elm st Hosts Todd and Rich are joined by Nick and Riley to discuss Renny Harlin's Nightmare on Elm St 4: The Dream Master. Where can a franchise go after a movie as strong as Nightmare 3? Is this the beginning of the franchise regression or a maligned masterpiece? Lets find out!

On this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen hosts Todd and Rich are joined by guests Margot and McKenna to discuss the 1987 Chuck Russell film A Nightmare on Elm St III: The Dream Warriors. This may be the second sequel in the franchise but for many is the most iconic iteration of Freddy Krueger and for some the highwater mark of the series. So join us as we dive in and discuss this horror masterpiece. 

In Episode 2 of Bigscreen Boogeymen 2: Nightmares on Elm St hosts Todd and Rich with guests Lindsay and Theo dive into the 1985 film "A Nightmare on Elm St 2: Freddy's Revenge" a film that was panned on initial release only to build a fanbase over the years. 

Welcome to Season 2 of Bigscreen Boogeymen! We have shed our Halloween ties and are back reviewing a brand new franchise. This is Bigscreen Boogeymen 2: Nightmares on Elm St! Join hosts Todd and Rich as they deep watch through the franchise that made Wes Craven a household name and helped launch the careers of Heather Langenkamp, Robert Englund, and even Johnny Depp. So tune in and stay awake with the Bigscreen Boogeymen.

We're back a year after the fact for one more episode of Season 1 before Season 2: Nightmares on Elm St. begins. Join hosts Todd and Rich as they disuss

 2022's Halloween Ends by David Gordon Green now in theaters and streaming on NBC's Peacock

The Halloween Podcast hosts Todd and Rich woke up super early to watch Halloween Kills and review it for all you listeners. We do our same in depth discussion so heavy spoilers ahead. So whether you caught Halloween Kills on the Bigscreen or the Couch get yourself ready for a very special episode. 

In this penultimate Bigscreen Boogeymen episode Todd, Rich, and special guest Adam will discuss 2018's Halloween made by David Gordon Green. This is the first installment of a new trilogy that abandons the sequels entirely and picks up the story 40 years after the first film. 

In this episode Todd, Rich and special guest Matthew discuss Rob Zombie's Halloween 2. Is it a masterpiece or a mess find out with the help of the Bigscreen Boogeymen podcast. 

In this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen Todd, Rich and special guest Nick discuss the controversial 2007 reboot of the franchise from Rob Zombie. 

Strap in because this is our longest episode to date. In this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen Todd, Rich and Hay discuss the 2002 film Halloween Resurrection. See Michael face off against Busta Rhymes and Katee Sackhoff. 

In this episode Todd, Rich, Michelle, and Liz will discuss Halloween H20 released 20 years after the original. We've started shedding cult continuity and get back to what Michael does best killing people and being a creep, but this time Laurie is ready to have her say. 

Join Todd, Rich and special guest Sam as they discuss Halloween 6: The Curse of Michael Myers. Do you like cults? How about 90s butt rock? How about obscure Paul Rudd vehicles that came before his break to fame in Clueless? This episode has something for all these people and more. 

In this episode of Bigscreen Boogeymen Todd, Rich and special guest Riley will take a look at Halloween 5: The revenge of Michael Myers. 

Join Todd and Rich with guest stars Mckenna and Margot as they discuss Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers

Episode 3: Halloween III "Season of the Witch" Join hosts Todd and Rich and guest star Ryan discuss the highly controversial 1982 film Halloween 3: Season of the witch. This film was an attempt to branch off in a new direction for the series introducing a plot with no Michael Myers at all. At the time of the release this was hated but this film has since gained steam as a standalone cult favorite. Have a listen and decide whether you think it's crap or a classic with the Bigscreen Boogeymen. 

Episode 2: Halloween II

In episode 2 Todd and Rich and guest star Lindsay talk about Halloween II the beginning of the serialization of the franchise and best known for a huge change in the canon establishing a familial relationship between Michael and Laurie. As always there will be a review/rating and a favorite kill. 

Welcome to Bigscreen Boogeymen a podcast series where hosts Todd and Rich and a variety of guests go on a deep dive into the iconic Halloween franchise.
Each episode will look at another installment in the series going from start to finish including a review, rating, and a favorite kill.

Episode 1: Halloween

In this first episode Todd and Rich look at the John Carpenter original. Few films can hope to launch a franchise spanning 6 decades and 43 years but this film did just that.