This May Hurt a Bit
James Strayer and John C MeyersA franchise podcast for the Horror Completionist. Hosts James Strayer and John C Meyers talk and analyze their way film by film through horror's longest running franchises. How do they evolve? What do new filmmakers bring when a franchise is several films deep? Usually, they start out great but perhaps 6- 8 entries in... they start to hurt a bit. Music by Michael Arthur Holloway and logo by Ethan ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 143 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & Film | |||
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"Child's Play 3" hit the theaters a mere nine months after the release of Part 2. Don Mancini, running on creative fumes, set this sequel at a military academy.. and a carnival. And while it's a good time, it lacks some of the momentum and charm of t... more
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I’ve been playing catch up on this horror franchise podcast for a couple years now. I’m almost caught up! But I’ve been loving the journey of listening to it all as these two (and their occasional guests) really know their stuff. Sure there are some films that one or both of them have never seen within a franchise, but they do their research and they manage to watch all the films with both a critical and fan eye making their critiques infinitely better than just on point of view or the other. Ke... more
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United States25 days ago - Will listen to more
Very nice discussion of Twin Peaks. Knowledgeable of the lore and had good takes.
Apple Podcasts5*Longtime Print Subscriber*United States10 months ago - worth checking out
nice discussion of some critical films.
Apple Podcasts5cocodrilo coheteUnited Statesa year ago - do Howard the Duck
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Apple Podcasts5CouldawouldaUnited Statesa year ago I've always wanted to complete my viewing of certain horror movie franchises... knowing I will get to listen to an episode of Hurt a Bit after has finally given me the motivation. And if the movie they cover is one I have no desire to watch, it's still fun to learn more about it and laugh along with John and Jim while they discuss it.
Podcast Addict52 years agoTysonCarpenter
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A horror-film franchise analysis show where two hosts methodically examine each entry film-by-film, exploring how storytelling, direction, and character development evolve across installments. Episodes cover film lore, franchise continuity, and the way new filmmakers reinterpret long-running series, with a strong focus on behind-the-scenes details, production choices, and the intersection of cinema history and genre conventions. Notable strengths include a consistent duo dynamic, deep dives into specific franchises, and a penchant for connecting films to broader cultural trends, making it appealing to serious horror fans and completionists who enjoy thoughtful, spoiler-aware discussions.
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This May Hurt a Bit launched 4 years ago and published 143 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Rob Campbell
2. Steven Kostanski
3. Matthew Wynn
4. Brie Williams
5. Michael Holloway
6. Dan McCoy
7. Stuart Wellington
8. John Bolds
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