DEADBEATS

About DEADBEATS

HORROR, HORROR, HORROR, just two good friends who love everything horror! We'll be doing all types of reviews, between movies, books, and TV Shows. Giving each other trivia, playing games, and just having fun conversations. We're not really sure what the plan is here but we just want to talk about horror!

Publisher

Deadbeats Will

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Jun 2024

Latest episode

31 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

73 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Aug 2026

   Deadbeats Ep. 63 Evil Dead 2!

   Episode DescriptionIs Evil Dead 2 the greatest horror sequel ever made, or a gloriously chaotic fever dream with a chainsaw? Will and JT put Sam Raimi’s manic masterpiece to the test, unpacking Ash Williams’ transformation from terrified survivor to the iconic “groovy” badass fans know and love.JT brings lifelong Evil Dead devotion, deep franchise knowledge, and an unapologetic defense of the film’s practical effects, surreal comedy, physical performances, and unforgettable cabin chaos. Will comes in as the skeptical first-time viewer, questioning the movie’s stop-motion, camp, continuity, and medieval cliffhanger before discovering why Evil Dead 2 is so difficult to hate.You’ll hear: Why Evil Dead 2 is both a sequel and a partial recreation of the original The two competing ways to watch the first two films, according to Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell How Bruce Campbell’s physical comedy turns Ash’s possessed hand into one of horror’s wildest scenes Why the cabin itself deserves co-star status The film’s practical effects, deadites, gore, stop-motion, tree attacks, and bizarre sense of humor How Ash finally becomes Ash Williams, complete with chainsaw, shotgun, and that legendary “groovy” moment What the ending means for Army of Darkness, and why Will is already nervous about the next chapter Before the movie discussion, things go completely off the rails with outrageous “top three” confessions, childhood horror memories, JT’s dramatic one-man castle play, a surprise attempt to contact Sam Raimi, zombie-apocalypse survival plans, celebrity connections, and the debut of Deadbeats in Memoriam.If you love The Evil Dead, Sam Raimi, Bruce Campbell, practical horror effects, or movies that somehow turn terror into slapstick without losing their bite, grab your boomstick and press play. -Deadbeats

2. 

   24 Aug 2026

   Ep. 62 Evil Dead!

   The boys are back in town!! Did you miss us?? Will and JT play catch up and discuss some of the movies they loved during their hiatus....then they dive into something...EVIL. Sam Raimi's Evil Dead is more than a cult horror classic - it's a masterclass in how to turn a tiny budget, wild ambition, and pure filmmaking chaos into something unforgettable. Deadbeats breaks down why this movie still hits so hard, why Ash Williams became an icon, and how the cabin, the camera, and the Deadites all feel like characters of their own. JT and Will dig into the movie's brutal practical effects, the nightmare logic of the forest, and the infamous scenes that made Evil Dead feel ferocious, funny, and strangely beautiful all at once. They also get into what makes Sam Raimi's style so distinct, why Bruce Campbell's physical performance changed everything, and how the original film sets the tone for an entire franchise that keeps mutating in bold new directions.You'll hear them compare the first film to Evil Dead 2, Army of Darkness, and the 2013 reboot, while also debating what actually makes a horror remake or recasting feel fresh instead of copied. Along the way, they touch on cult horror marketing, Stephen King's legendary endorsement, the Deadites' brutal endurance, and why this movie still feels like a danger zone even decades later.If you love horror, practical effects, Raimi's camera tricks, or just hearing two friends passionately obsess over a movie that deserves its flowers, this one belongs in your queue. Essential listening for Evil Dead fans, Sam Raimi fans, and anyone who wants the full case for why this is still one of the most original horror films ever made. We hope you enjoy! Shoot us a follow everywhere! -Deadbeats

3. 

   16 Mar 2026

   Ep. 61 Wormtown!

   Today The Deadbeats come together to review CrankedUpTV's Wormtown! A small twon develops a disease where if youre infected wroms inhabit your entire body! Go out in the sun, and they need to escape, leving your body as a bloody heap behind! This was an interesting one for sure, see what Will and JT think in this episode! Subscribe to CrankedUpTV! And dont forget to shoot us a follow! -Deadbeats

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

27 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 46 / 100

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Quality

72

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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