Join hosts Nick and Derral on Seasoned Skeptics as the horror genre rookie (Nick) gets schooled by long-time fan Derral in this chilling yet fun breakdown!

We dive deep into three wildly different scares:

The eerie psychological terror of Smile (2022), where a cursed grin spreads unstoppable dread.

The tense supernatural thriller The Black Phone (2021), with a kidnapped kid getting ghostly help from beyond via a disconnected line.

The wild holiday horror-comedy classic Gremlins (1984), where cute critters turn into mischievous monsters after breaking just a few simple rules.

From jump scares and trauma themes to laughs amid the chaos, we share unfiltered reactions, hot takes, and whether these hold up for newbies and vets alike.

Perfect for horror fans or anyone curious about the genre—hit play and join the skepticism!" #horrorfilm #horrorpodcast #horrormoviereview

Join hosts Nick and Derral on Season Skeptics as we dive into three wild 2025 horror releases we binged this week!

We break down: The Monkey (Osgood Perkins' Stephen King adaptation) – cursed wind-up toy + outrageous gore + dark laughs

Companion – twisted sci-fi thriller with shocking reveals and demented domestic vibes

Together – supernatural body horror that takes "growing closer" to horrifying extremes

Skeptical takes, no-holds-barred opinions, spoilers ahead (we warn you!), and our verdict on whether these are must-watch or skip-worthy.

Perfect for horror fans hunting fresh scares!

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#horrormovies #themonkey #companion #together #horrorpodcast #SeasonSkeptics Feel free to mix and match or let me know if you want it more spoiler-free, shorter, funnier, or focused on specific tones!

Dive into the chills with Nick and Derral's festive fright, On Seasoned Skeptics, where horror takes flight! This holiday episode's a bloody delight, Reviewing slashers that haunt through the night. First, Terrifier 2: Art the Clown rises once more, Stalking brave Sienna on Halloween's gore-soaked floor. Resurrected and ruthless, with kills beyond extreme, A destined warrior fights in this nightmare dream. Then Terrifier 3 brings Christmas chaos and dread, Art unleashes pure evil while families sleep in bed. Snow turns to slaughter in Miles County's despair, Ultra-violent mayhem—viewer beware! And The Mean One twists Grinch into gruesome and green, A bloodthirsty beast in a Santa suit mean. Stealing joy and lives in a mountain town's woe, This parody slasher steals the holiday show. Join the skeptics' banter, laughs mixed with the screams— Perfect for horror fans chasing dark yuletide dreams! Subscribe now for more thrills that skeptically gleam.