Screams & Streams
What if you could get a front row seat on a journey through the best and worst horror movies of the past half-century, all rated on Rotten Tomatoes? Brace yourself for an eerie tour with your hosts, Chad Campbell, Mike Carron, and Sam Schreiner, as they dissect each film with a surgeon's precision and a fan's passion. Our story began on a mundane work day, when two colleagues, Chad and Mike, decided to start a podcast centered on their shared love for horror films. The search for a genre was a winding, convoluted exploration of possibilities, before we arrived at the chilling idea of horror films.
Our journey didn’t stop there. We had to figure out where to begin, how to categorize each film, and the scale to use for our rating system. We landed on a year-by-year review of the best and the worst films, starting from 1970 - the dawn of modern horror. Our shows come packed with a variety of categories like First Impressions, Tropes Hall of Shame, One-liners, and more. We also rate each film on a watchability scale, advising if it's worth your precious time. Join us as we sometimes agree, and other times disagree with Rotten Tomatoes' ratings. So, fasten your seat belts, it's going to be a spooky ride!
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 97
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Ep. 35: Emmett Alston's "New Year's Evil" (1980)
Ever wondered what happens when a punk rock icon becomes the centerpiece of a murderously bad New Year's countdown? Well, strap in for a riotous ride with us as we dissect the slasher cult classic "N…
Ep. 34: Ken Russell’s "Altered States" (1980)
Have you ever plunged into the depths of your own consciousness? Screams and Streams takes you on an electrifying ride through Ken Russell's "Altered States," a film that not only tells a story but a…
Ep. 33: Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho" (1960)
Step inside the shadowy world of Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho" as we peel back the curtain on the eerie nuances of this cinematic juggernaut. Our journey through the spine-tingling Bates Motel and the …
Ep. 32: Alfred Hitchcock's "Vertigo" (1958)
Step inside the enigmatic world of Alfred Hitchcock's "Vertigo" with us where we peel back the layers of this cinematic treasure. Prepare to have your perception of obsession and identity radically a…
Ep. 31: '70-'79 A Decade of Horror Part 2
Ever wonder why some horror movies leave you hiding behind the couch while others just make you laugh at the absurdity? Our latest episode continues our spine-tingling trip through the horror films o…
Ep. 30: '70-'79 A Decade of Horror Part 1
This episode is a testament to the eerie, often hilarious world of cinematic scares we've endured. We're journeying back to the days of Giallo gems and laughable effects, discussing the films that ma…
Ep. 29: Stuart Rodenberg's "The Amityville Horror" (1979)
Ep. 28: Ridley Scott's "Alien" (1979)
Prepare to be transported back to the eerie passageways of the Nostromo with yours truly, Mike Carron, and my co-host Chad Campbell, as we examine the haunting splendor of Ridley Scott's "Alien." Exp…
Ep. 27: Irwin Allen's "The Swarm" (1978)
We've all been there, right? Sitting through a movie that's so bad, it circles back to being hilarious—well, we certainly have, and this time we're taking you with us on a rollercoaster of chuckles a…
Ep. 26: John Carpenter's "Halloween" (1978)
Get ready to pull the mask off one of horror's most iconic faces as we take you through the shadow-laden streets of Haddonfield on Screams and Streams. We're not just talking jump scares and butcher …
Ep. 25: Ovidio G. Assonitis's "Tentacles" (1977)
Could "Tentacles" possibly rival the dread of "Jaws"? We're dissecting the calamitous creature feature "Tentacles," a film that's more likely to induce laughter than screams. Prepare to chortle as we…
Ep. 24: George A. Romero's "Martin" (1977)
Sink your fangs into the eerie world of "Martin," a 1977 gem by the master of horror, George A. Romero. We dig into the chilling mix of psychological terror and vampiric myth that leaves you question…
Ep. 23: Brian De Palma's "Carrie" (1976) Part 2
Ready to unlock the secrets behind Brian De Palma's 1976 horror film, "Carrie"? Then brace yourself as we journey through the iconic scenes, analyze the clever narrative trickery, and observe the uns…
Ep. 22: Brian De Palma's "Carrie" (1976) Part 1
Ever wanted the lowdown on one of horror's cult classics, "Carrie"? Well, you're in the right place! Join your hosts, Mike Carron and Chad Campbell, along with special guest Sam Schreiner, as we navi…
Ep. 21: Jeff Lieberman's "Squirm" (1976)
Have you ever been tickled by the sheer absurdity of a horror film that's so bad it's good? Chad and I just couldn't keep a straight face while dissecting the 1976 B-movie "Squirm," where electrified…
Ep. 20: Richard Donner's "The Omen" (1976)
Ready to embark on a spine-chilling journey through the eerie narrative of the 1976 horror classic, "The Omen"? Join us as we unravel the iconic one-liners, controversial editing decisions, and the f…
Ep. 19: Steven Spielberg's "Jaws" (1975) Part 2
Dive into the deep end with us, as we navigate through the uncharted waters of Steven Spielberg's iconic film, 'Jaws'. Ever wondered how the simple yet eerie sound of 'dun-dun...dun-dun' could send c…
Ep. 18: Steven Spielberg's "Jaws" (1975) Part 1
Get ready to dive into the chills, thrills, and spills of the classic horror film 'Jaws' as we, your hosts Chad Campbell and Mike Carron, along with special guest TJ Herd, dissect the enduring influe…
Ep. 17: Robert Fuest's "The Devil's Rain" (1975)
Ever wondered what happens when you mix William Shatner, John Travolta and a melting scene that lasts a lifetime? Brace yourself for an episode packed full with our hilariously ruthless critique of t…
Ep. 16: Dario Argento's "Deep Red" (1975)
Ever wondered how the art of cinema, comedy, and horror meld together in Dario Argento's notable work, "Deep Red"? Strap in, because Chad and Mike are here to take you on an intriguing journey throug…