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Stephen King
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Horror Genre
Horror Films
The Shining
The Life Of Chuck
Misery
The Long Walk
Carrie
Scott Wampler
The Mist
The Shawshank Redemption
Pet Sematary
The Dark Tower
Rob Reiner
Stand By Me
Pennywise
The Lawnmower Man
The Stand
Rose Red

A Stephen King Podcast For Stephen King Obsessives

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes304Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Screenwriter Jeremy Slater (Moon Knight, The Exorcist, Mortal Kombat II) returns to The Kingcast to talk about... not Stephen King. Well, not directly, anyway. The topic up for discussion is Joe Hill's 2025 epic horror tome King Sorrow which contains... more

The very funny Nick Kocher and Brian McElhaney had never seen David Cronenberg's The Dead Zone, so naturally we had to make them watch it and report back. You know Nick & Brian collectively as BriTANiK from their sketch work at SNL, their writing on ... more

William Sadler has been in some of the best Stephen King adaptations, including the Frank Darabont Trifecta of The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, and The Mist and now he's on The Kingcast to discuss all that plus detours to his starring role i... more

I hope you brought your sad tissues with you today because this episode gets emotional real dang quickly. Our guest is Wil Wheaton who is returning to The Kingcast to talk about all things Stand By Me and The Body as Rob Reiner's film celebrates its ... more

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Recent Guests

Brian McElhaney
Member of BriTANiK, comedian and filmmaker
BriTANiK
Episode: 305: The Dead Zone with BriTANiK's Nick Kocher and Brian McElhaney
Nick Kocher
Member of BriTANiK, comedian and filmmaker
BriTANiK
Episode: 305: The Dead Zone with BriTANiK's Nick Kocher and Brian McElhaney
William Sadler
Actor known for Stephen King adaptations (Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, The Mist, Salem's Lot)
Actor
Episode: 304: An Interview with William Sadler
Stephen King
Author and creator of many King adaptations mentioned in intro
Author
Episode: 304: An Interview with William Sadler
Wil Wheaton
Actor, narrator of The Body audiobook
Self
Episode: 303: Stand By Me/The Body with Wil Wheaton
Andy Hageman
Professor of English and director of the Center for Ethics at Luther College
Luther College
Episode: 301: Uncovering The Dark Half Secrets in the Stephen King Archive with Professor Andy Hageman
Natasha Kermani
Writer and director, adapted Joe Hill's story Abraham's Boys and directed The Dreadful.
Episode: 300: Throttle with Natasha Kermani
Randy Havens
Actor known for his roles in Stranger Things and The Woman in the Room
Episode: 299: The Woman in the Room with Randy Havens
Mallory O'Meara
James Beard winning author and podcast host
Episode: 298: The Little Sisters of Eluria with Mallory O'Meara

Hosts

Eric Vespi
Host of The Kingcast; frequent moderator and interviewer in horror and Stephen King-adjacent media.
Anthony Bresnikan
Co-host; brings film journalism and deep knowledge of King-derived adaptations; strong contributor to discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Great hosts, great content!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nixlyn
    a month ago
  • All I wanted but didn’t get …

    All I wanted was to hear a review of the book 11/22/63 by Stephen King and about 40 minutes in, I STILL heard no discussion of the book. Instead I heard fowl language and liberal political bias. Never again.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ladyrx
    United States4 months ago
  • Good but

    Why all the swearing? Very unprofessional. Shame because apart from that it’s not a bad podcast. Drop the unnecessary trailer trash cussing and I’ll be back

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mr Day
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Not about King

    They hardly talk King anymore

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dr Doom Jr
    United Statesa year ago
  • New comer to the podcast.

    As a Constant Reader from Colombia, I really haven’t found a community that shares my passion with the King Universe of books and movies. Listening to you guys has been a delight, finally I’ve found a great podcast to listen and get so much interesting info and stories from the people that have loved Stephen King’s stories or have participated in the movie adaptations. Gracias de corazón! Thank you so much for your work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CinephiliaCo
    Colombiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the deep dives and guest quality when the topic stays on King-adjacent content.
Some listeners dislike heavy use of politics or social commentary during episodes not focused on King.
Critiques often cite off-topic tangents and inconsistent production quality.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#232
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#159
France/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#70
Austria/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#149
Finland/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#205
Ireland/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

305: The Dead Zone with BriTANiK's Nick Kocher and Brian McElhaney
Q: What did you expect when you first approached The Dead Zone as a King topic, and how did your perception change after watching it again?
We went in with limited expectations, and after watching it, our appreciation grew as we noticed how the film stays rooted in Johnny's perspective and uses the coma as a device to heighten the emotional stakes rather than rely on cheap horror effects.
304: An Interview with William Sadler
Q: What was it like working with Frank Darabont on Shawshank?
Sadler recalls the ensemble approach, the rehearsal process, and the sense of a long-running relationship that helped create natural, believable interactions among the cast.
295: The Shawshank Redemption with Skeet Ulrich and Matthew Lillard
Q: What's your Stephen King origin story?
Skeet expressed that he started reading Stephen King's books in his early 20s, particularly enchanted by 'Shawshank Redemption' upon its release.
290: It: Welcome to Derry with Andy and Barbara Muschietti
Q: What was your Stephen King origin story?
Both Andy and Barbara reflect on their early experiences with Stephen King's works, influenced by his ability to connect with readers through horror and personal themes.
290: It: Welcome to Derry with Andy and Barbara Muschietti
Q: Can you talk about wanting to find a place for The Black Spot in the story?
The Black Spot was a significant element that Andy wanted to include as it deeply ties into the history and trauma of Derry.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Kingcast

What is The Kingcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A discussion-centric show that consistently covers Stephen King's body of work across books, films, and adaptations, often bringing in filmmakers, actors, writers, and critics who have worked on or around King properties. Episodes frequently explore narrative craft, adaptation choices, and the cultural impact of King's universe, with occasional forays into related horror cinema, publishing, and media commentary. The roster of guests includes prominent filmmakers and actors connected to major King adaptations, providing first-person insights into the creative process, production, and fan reception. The show stands out for its deep fandom, lively host banter, and a track record of high-profile guests, though feedback suggests occasional criti... more

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Recent guests on The Kingcast include:

1. Brian McElhaney
2. Nick Kocher
3. William Sadler
4. Stephen King
5. Wil Wheaton
6. Andy Hageman
7. Natasha Kermani
8. Randy Havens

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