Cult Film Showdown: Enter the Octagon Archives - We Talk Podcasts

The Creepshow comic books come to life in this anthology series of terrifying tales hosted by the silent "Creepshow" ghoul. The stories are not only very scaring and shocking, but are also cautionary tales. Jim, Nic, and Jack dive into this series and explore the terrifying tales within. For a full list of the episodes we will be doing this series, visit https://www.imdb.com/list/ls597481392/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk And watch along on Shudder or AMC. Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

The podcast gods have punished us! We flew too close to the ... er... um podcast sun? We lost the audio for 2 episodes so we did a condensed single episode to wrap up this season and announce what comes next! 150 movies entered the Octagon in our search for the Ultimate B-Movie. But a lot more films almost made the cut. In this series of 7, Jim, Jack, and Nic check out movies that would have fit in the Octagon but had something that would hold them back (usually budget or actual quality). The crew of the Dark Star are on a 20 year mission to clear a path in space by destroying planets that are in the way of navigation routes. After a series of mishaps Mother, the ship's computer, can no longer persuade Bomb not to detonate. Even the dead captain is of little help in arguing with Bomb who is bound to do his duty. In The Jigsaw Murders, Detective DaVonzo and his young partner Elliott are putting together a murder mystery with the help of a jigsaw puzzle but will all the pieces be together in time to save DaVonzo's daughter? Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

150 movies entered the Octagon in our search for the Ultimate B-Movie. But a lot more films almost made the cut. In this series of 7, Jim, Jack, and Nic check out movies that would have fit in the Octagon but had something that would hold them back (usually budget or actual quality). All girls volley ball team The Falcons end up stranded in the middle of nowhere after their mini-van breaks down. Little do they know they landed in degenerate hunters' territory and the hunt is on. Thus begins a very long night where they must run for their lives and test their team spirit. But the girls are more resourceful than it appears. In the heart of the forest, the tables are about to turn between hunter and hunted... Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

150 movies entered the Octagon in our search for the Ultimate B-Movie. But a lot more films almost made the cut. In this series of 7, Jim, Jack, and Nic check out movies that would have fit in the Octagon but had something that would hold them back (usually budget or actual quality). Set in the kingdom of Ehb, the story follows Farmer (Jason Statham), who was adopted by his village. When Farmer's wife, Solana (Claire Forlani), and his son leave to sell vegetables at the town of Stonebridge, Farmer's farm is attacked by creatures called Krugs. With the help of his friend and neighbor Norrick (Ron Perlman), he travels to Stonebridge where his wife and son are. Before he arrives, the Krugs, controlled by the wizard Gallian (Ray Liotta), kill his son and capture his wife. Farmer, with the help of Bastian (Will Sanderson), his brother-in-law, and Norrick sets out to find and rescue his wife. The King's nephew Fallow (Matthew Lillard) is conspiring with the wizard Gallian to take over the kingdom led by King Konreid ('Burt Reynolds'). Currently listed as #96 on IMDb's Bottom Rated Movies. Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

150 movies entered the Octagon in our search for the Ultimate B-Movie. But a lot more films almost made the cut. In this series of 7, Jim, Jack, and Nic check out movies that would have fit in the Octagon but had something that would hold them back (usually budget or actual quality). The Vice President is being held at gunpoint. The Pittsburgh Civic Arena is wired with enough explosives to blow up the whole city. And if $1 billion isn't delivered soon, thousands will die... ...Darren McCord is in the arena. An arson investigator, he's seen what explosives can do to people. And he won't let it happen again. Because this time, one wrong move and his daughter dies, too... (also his son is in danger, and they sort of forget about his daughter for a bit and make a big deal about using the son as a bargaining chip. It's a whole thing) Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

150 movies entered the Octagon in our search for the Ultimate B-Movie. But a lot more films almost made the cut. In this series of 7, Jim, Jack, and Nic check out movies that would have fit in the Octagon but had something that would hold them back (usually budget or actual quality). All Jessie wanted was to sleep in on her day off, but there's a whole Hell of a lot going on that's keeping her from doing that. Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

The Cult Film Showdown is about celebrating movies that have more heart than budget. Our team has reviewed 150 films and ranked each film in 5 categories, none of which is objective quality. More recently we have been deep diving into anthology tv shows like Masters of Horror and The Hitchhiker When we heard that Jim Wynorski's new movie Dinogator was coming out, we jumped at the chance to chat with him. Thanks again to Jim Wynorski for his time and to Vision Films for making this interview possible. Dinogator is available for pre-order now and will be released January 14, 2025. iTunes/Apple TV (US, CA, UK): https://bit.ly/4gYIZRB Vudu/Fandango at Home (US): https://bit.ly/3VZCvKg Vimeo (US, CA, UK) https://bit.ly/3ZWGdFP You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

150 movies entered the Octagon in our search for the Ultimate B-Movie. But a lot more films almost made the cut. In this series of 7, Jim, Jack, and Nic check out movies that would have fit in the Octagon but had something that would hold them back (usually budget or actual quality). Shy, sensitive artist Patience Philips can't seem to stop apologizing for her own existence. She works as a graphic designer for Hedare Beauty, a mammoth cosmetics company on the verge of releasing a revolutionary anti-aging product. When Patience inadvertently happens upon a dark secret her employer is hiding, she finds herself in the middle of a corporate conspiracy. What happens next changes Patience forever. In a mystical twist of fate, she is transformed into a woman with the strength, speed, agility and ultra-keen senses of a cat. With her newfound prowess and feline intuition, Patience becomes Catwoman, a sleek and stealthy creature balancing on the thin line between good and bad. Like any wildcat, she's dangerous, elusive and untamed. Her adventures are complicated by a burgeoning relationship with Tom Lone, a cop who has fallen for Patience but cannot shake his fascination with the mysterious Catwoman, who appears to be responsible for a string of crime sprees plaguing the city. Currently listed as #47 on IMDb's Bottom Rated Movies. Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

New Series - Octagon Inappropriate: A Cult Film Showdown Podcast Series 150 movies entered the Octagon in our search for the Ultimate B-Movie. But a lot more films almost made the cut. In this series of 7, Jim, Jack, and Nic check out movies that would have fit in the Octagon but had something that would hold them back (usually budget or actual quality). Check out the list of everything we are doing this series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls546093513/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 10 The Hitchhiker e413: "Last Scene" Directed by 90s legend Paul Verhoeven. Ambitious first-time film director Alex Nolan is having trouble eliciting a good and believable performance out of lovely, but inexperienced lead actress Leda Bedell. Alex decides to use unorthodox methods to coax more credible and effective acting from Leda for the crucial final scene of the horror movie they're working on together. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 9 The Hitchhiker e413: "Cabin Fever" A young gigolo stays with a washed up film director and his lonely abused wife on an isolated island. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 8 The Hitchhiker e406 "Doctor's Orders" Puritanical small town mayor Jake Purly is running for reelection on a strict platform that vehemently opposes sex and pornography. However, a dark secret from Purly's shady past threatens to resurface and destroy his credibility in the form of lovely escort Dr. Rita de Roy. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 7 The Hitchhiker e407 "The Legendary Billy B." Eager and unscrupulous tabloid newspaper reporter Jane L. will go to any length to score a juicy scoop. Jane L. gets in way over her head when she goes snooping around a remote rural mansion in search of Billy Baltimore, a legendary 60s acid rock guitarist who reportedly died twenty years ago. An all-star cast including Brad Dourif (Child's Play, Chucky, Dune), Kirstie Alley (Cheers), and Andy Summers (from the g---amn The Police!). Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 6 The Hitchhiker e305: "Man's Best Friend" Down on his luck yuppie Richard Shepard crashes at his buddy Carl's swanky seaside abode after he gets thrown out of his home by his fed-up wife Eleanor. Richard develops a strong bond with a mysterious large white dog who not only becomes his new best friend, but also kills anyone who angers Richard. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Man of Her Dreams, tales of The Hitchhiker e5- a Cult Film Showdown podcast special Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 5 The Hitchhiker e312: "Man of Her Dreams" A stressed out bank employee begins having premonitions concerning a serial killer, who could be any one of the men in her life. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Face to Face, tales of The Hitchhiker e4- a Cult Film Showdown podcast special Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 4 The Hitchhiker e 203: "Face to Face" Desperate transgender woman Nina Russell hires prominent, sleazy arrogant plastic surgeon Dr. Christopher Hamilton to create an attractive face for her. He operates on her after a night of drugging, when he is unfit to hold a scalpel. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

W.G.O.D., tales of The Hitchhiker e3- a Cult Film Showdown podcast special Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 3 The Hitchhiker e304 "W.G.O.D." Reverend Nolan Powers is a fire and brimstone evangelist who has achieved tremendous fame, wealth, and power from his radio program that's broadcast on a national basis from his station WGOD. A team of TV journalists do a story on Powers and his increasing popularity with the masses. However, a long-suppressed shameful secret from his dark family past threatens to destroy Powers and his current high profile status. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Murderous Feelings, tales of The Hitchhiker e2- a Cult Film Showdown podcast special Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 2, The Hitchhiker e210 "Murderous Feelings" Unethical psychiatrist Dr. Peter Milne gets romantically involved with neurotic and unstable patient Sara Kendal. Peter's manipulation of Sara's mind and emotions causes her psychosis to intensify to the point where she can't distinguish dreams from reality and Peter eventually becomes the target of Sara's murderous feelings. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Shattered Vows, tales of The Hitchhiker e1- a Cult Film Showdown podcast special Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Episode 1 - The Hitchhiker e101 "Shattered Vows" Handsome and ambitious young man Jeff Boder marries the wealthy and much older Jackie Winslow for her considerable fortune. Jeff falls under the enticing spell of Jackie's bitchy and cynical stepdaughter Pamela. Jeff finds a way to bump off Jackie using a mysterious statuette given to him by his grandmother so both him and Pamela can inherit her money. However, things don't ultimately work out as planned in the long run. Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram

Sticking out their thumbs and hoping into a stranger's station wagon, the Cult Film Showdown crew is back with a new podcast series about the 1983-1991 mature audiences anthology The Hitchhiker. Watch along at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRkso3AeKZUmjS6ZO8L5eP97qWf3NaDZq&si=90rD1xZuLkYBDpsl Find out more about this great series at https://www.imdb.com/list/ls528128640/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk You can support our show and get access to exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/cultfilmshowdown New levels added! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Instagram