2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 31🎃

Happy Halloween fright fans! Dr. Gangrene wraps up the 2025 Halloween countdown with a look at the New Orleans horror host Dr. Morgus, played by actor Sid Noel, and his own film The Wacky World of Dr. Morgus from 1962! 🎃

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 30 🎃

 Welcome to Day 30 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown brings us Munster, Go Home!—a colorful, campy big-screen outing for everyone's favorite spooky sitcom family. 🎃 We dive into how the film differs from the classic TV show, explore its legacy, and talk a bit about Al Lewis' later turn as a real-life horror host on Super Scary Saturday. It's a fun one, even if it doesn't hit all the same notes as the series. Only one day left—see you tomorrow for the grand finale!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 29 🎃

 Welcome to Day 29 of the Ghost Host Halloween countdown! 🎃 Tonight, we dive into the classic horror anthology Black Sabbath (1963), introduced by the legendary Boris Karloff. This Italian gem features three chilling tales, stunning cinematography, and Karloff’s iconic hosting—especially in the American version, which I personally prefer. A true classic and a must-watch for anthology fans. Let me know your thoughts and which version you like best! See you tomorrow for more spooky countdown fun.

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 28 🎃

 Welcome to Day 28 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown, Fright fans! 🎃 Tonight’s pick is Dr. Gore — a wild, low-budget mad science flick made by J.G. Patterson, a former horror host known as The Mad Daddy. It’s full of cheesy effects, lots of gore, and a whole lot of heart. Definitely a fun watch for fans of classic grindhouse-style horror. If you’re into cult indie films with a spooky twist, this one’s for you. See you back in the lab tomorrow for more countdown madness. Stay mad!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 27 🎃

 Welcome to Day 27 of our Halloween countdown, Fright fans! 🎃 Tonight, we’re diving into The Hollywood Strangler Meets the Skid Row Slasher — a wild, low-budget indie from cult filmmaker Ray Dennis Steckler. It’s not a polished film by any means, but it’s got that 70s grit and an interesting horror host cameo with The Vegas Vampire. If you’re into quirky, rough-around-the-edges horror and obscure flicks, this one’s a curiosity worth checking out. Let me know if you’re a Steckler fan! See you tomorrow for more countdown fun. Stay mad!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 26 🎃

 Day 26 of our Halloween countdown is here! 🎃 Tonight, we’re checking out The Dead Matter, a fun indie horror flick with vampires, magic, and zombies — plus some cool horror host cameos from the legendary Big Chuck and Little John, and Count Devol. Big Chuck’s incredible 47-year run as a Cleveland horror host is nothing short of amazing, and even though his role here is small, it’s a nice nod to his legacy. If you love indie horror and classic hosts, this one’s worth a look. See you tomorrow for more spooky goodness. Stay mad!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 25 🎃

 Welcome to Day 25 of our Halloween countdown! 🎃 Tonight, we’re diving into the cult classic Plan Nine from Outer Space, a quirky Ed Wood film that’s famous for its low-budget charm and unforgettable cast — including the pioneering horror host Vampira herself. This film may not be Hollywood polished, but its cultural impact and memorable moments have earned it a special place in horror history. If you’ve seen it, drop your thoughts below! Thanks for watching, and we’ll see you tomorrow for more spooky fun. Stay mad!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 24 🎃

 Welcome to Day 24 of our Halloween countdown! 🎃 Tonight, we're diving into Nightmare in Blood, a fun indie flick with a deep connection to the world of horror hosts. Directed by John Stanley, who later became the host of Creature Features, this film is packed with references to the genre and even features a cameo from the show’s original host, Bob Wilkins. It’s a quirky mix of horror, humor, and nostalgia, making it a true fan’s delight. Grab your popcorn, and join us for a look at this hidden gem. Stay spooky, and see you tomorrow for more!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 23 🎃

Welcome to Day 23 of our Halloween countdown, focusing on films with a horror-host connection. 🎃 Tonight we explore Asylum of Satan, William Girdler’s low-budget regional shocker shot in Kentucky, featuring two on-screen horror hosts: The Fearonger and Peter Gory. It surprised me in a good way and shows how these old regional efforts can still be entertaining. If you’ve seen it, I’d love to hear your thoughts on Girdler’s work and this quirky gem. Thanks for watching—see you tomorrow for another spooky pick. Stay mad!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 22 🎃

Welcome to Day 22 of the Ghost Host Halloween countdown for 2025. 🎃 Today we explore The Twilight Zone—TV’s iconic anthology series—alongside its later sister series, The Night Gallery, and the lasting legacy their host, Rod Serling. Both series are a master class of great writing, imagination, and timeless themes that resonate to this very day. Share your favorite TZ moment in the comments, and subscribe for tomorrow’s entry. 

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2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 21 🎃

 Welcome to Day 21 of the Ghost Host Halloween countdown for 2025. 🎃 Today we explore the 1975 live-action Ghostbusters TV series and its fun horror-host connections—Tracy the Gorilla (played by Bob Burns) and a witchy nod to Nora Denny, one of TV’s early horror hosts. It’s a light, kid-friendly series with some nostalgic horror host roots. If you’ve seen this one, I’d love to hear your thoughts. See you tomorrow for the next spooky pick!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 20 🎃

Welcome to Day 20 of the Ghost Host Halloween countdown for 2025. 🎃 We’re spotlighting films with real-life horror hosts, and tonight we take a look at Alfred Hitchcock’s Saboteur (1942) — this time not a horror film, but a tense WWII-era thriller that fits our host-centric countdown. Join us as we follow one man's chase for truth, a memorable sideshow twist, and a bit of early Hitchcock history... as well as a nod to horror host Moona Lisa, who has a bit part in this one playing a siamese twin in a sideshow! Tell us your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for tomorrow’s entry. Buy the DVD here (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4nTnNR7

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 19 🎃

 

Welcome to day 19 of our 2025 Ghost Host Halloween countdown! 🎃 We’re spotlighting films with real-life horror hosts, and tonight’s film is Elvira, Mistress of the Dark (1988). Starring the iconic Cassandra Peterson as Elvira, this fun flick follows the mistress of the macabre to Fallwell, Massachusetts, where she inherits a mansion, a spell book, and a poodle from her witchy aunt. Things go awry when her warlock uncle schemes to steal the book, and the town clashes with her sassy vibe. Buy a copy of the film (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/435WGJY

 

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 18 🎃

 

Welcome to Day 18 of our 2025 Ghost Host Halloween countdown! 🎃 We’re diving into films featuring real-life horror hosts, and tonight’s pick is Brain Damage, a wild 1988 indie horror from director Frank Henenlotter. This quirky gem follows Brian, a guy hooked on a hallucinogenic “juice” from a creepy, talking worm-like creature named Aylmer, voiced by the legendary horror host John Zacherle, aka Zacherley, the king of horror hosts! Buy a copy of the film (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4nynHhp

 

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 17 🎃

 

Welcome to day 17 of our 2025 Ghost Host Halloween countdown! 🎃 We’re diving into films featuring real-life horror hosts, and tonight’s pick is Nightbeast, a 1982 indie gem from Baltimore, Maryland, directed by Don Dohler. This low-budget sci-fi horror follows a small town thrown into chaos when an alien crash-lands and starts zapping folks with a ray gun. Among the cast is Dick Dyszel, aka legendary horror host Count Gore De Vol. Are you a fan of Don Dohler's films, and of Count Gore De Vol? Buy a copy of the film (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4pWQA8u

 

2025 Halloween Countdown = Day 16 🎃

 

Welcome to day 16 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown from the lab! 🎃 Tonight we're looking at Late Night with the Devil, a 2023 indie gem. This one’s a wild ride, styled like a documentary about a disastrous 1977 Halloween broadcast of a late-night talk show hosted by Jack Delroy, played by David Dastmalchian, who has a bit of a horror host history himself in several different ways. Buy a copy of the film (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4o0lifb

 

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 15 🎃

 

Welcome to Day 15 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown from the lab! 🎃 Tonight we're looking at The Stand, a 1994 ABC miniseries based on the Stephen King novel. This four-part TV movie has a fun cameo from horror host Joe Bob Briggs, aka John Bloom, playing Deputy Joe Bob Brentwood. Joe Bob, the lovable redneck host of Joe Bob’s Drive-In Theater and later The Last Drive-In on Shudder, brings his B-movie charm to this small but fun role. Buy a copy of the series (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4nvNd73

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 14 🎃

 

Welcome to day 14 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown from the lab! 🎃 We’re digging into films and shows featuring real-life horror hosts, and tonight’s a classic you’ve probably all seen: Alfred Hitchcock Presents and The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, both starring the inimitable director himself as the host! 

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2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 13 🎃

Welcome to Day 13 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown! 🎃 Tonight’s pick is The Milpitas Monster, a super charming, low-budget indie film from 1976, shot on 16mm by a high school teacher, Robert Burl, and his film class in Milpitas, California. It’s a wild story about a giant, winged creature born from a landfill, wreaking havoc and scaring folks at a high school dance. Enter TV horror host Bob Wilkins, playing a monster expert, Dr. Lindsford. Bob, a Bay Area legend from Creature Features, brought his warm, cigar-smoking charm to this scrappy little movie. It’s a fun, ambitious project with a big heart, and you can watch it right here on YouTube.

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 12 🎃

Welcome to Day 12 of our Ghost Host Halloween Countdown 2025! 🎃 Tonight, we’re diving into Bubba Ho-Tep (2002), a horror-comedy gem starring Bruce Campbell as an aging Elvis Presley (or is he?) teaming up with “JFK” to battle a soul-sucking mummy in a Texas nursing home. Featuring horror host Dan Roebuck as Dr. Shocker, playing a bumbling coroner, this cult classic mixes laughs, heart, and a quirky monster. Check it out and tell us what you think! Buy a copy of the film (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4nBMSzC

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 11 🎃

Welcome in to Day 11 of our Ghost Host Halloween Countdown 2025! 🎃 Tonight, we’re revisiting The Hilarious House of Frightenstein (1971), a quirky Canadian kids’ show set in Castle Frightenstein. Starring Billy Van as vampire Count Frightenstein and other zany characters, it’s a monster-filled variety show with jokes and sketches. Vincent Price narrates and pops in for fun bits. This fast-paced gem aired 190 episodes and is streaming on Tubi. Are you a Frightenstein fan? Comment below and join us tomorrow! 

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 10 🎃

Welcome to Day 10 of our Ghost Host Halloween Countdown 2025! 🎃 Tonight, we’re diving into The Outlaws Is Coming (1965), a wild slapstick comedy with the Three Stooges, Adam West, and Nancy Kovack as Annie Oakley. Set in 1871 Wyoming, this film has a fun twist: the villains, including Wyatt Earp played by horror host Bill Camfield (aka Gorgon from Nightmare), are all kids’ show hosts! Gorgon hosted classic horror flicks in Texas during the ‘50s, and his cameo makes this a unique pick for our countdown. Check out this gem for some Stooges chaos and clever marketing. Join us tomorrow for more! 

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2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 9 🎃

  

Welcome to Day 9 of our Ghost Host Halloween Countdown 2025! 🎃 Tonight, we’re sharing a special treat: The Dreadful Hallowgreen Special (2010), a fun half-hour film featuring three horror hosts—Dr. Gangrene, Penny Dreadful, and narrator Count Gore De Vol. When pumpkins turn pink and candy corn goes sour on Shackle Island, Dr. Gangrene and Penny Dreadful team up to save Halloween from their own mad science and witchy spells. Made to feel like a quirky ‘70s TV special, this collab is one to check out - watch the entire film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPX63yPMxYM&t=12s

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 8

 

Welcome to Day 8 of our Ghost Host Halloween Countdown 2025! 🎃 Today, we’re diving into One Step Beyond, a 1959 anthology series hosted by John Newland. This public-domain gem blends eerie stories, haunting music by Harry Lubin, and Newland’s excellent narration.

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 7 🎃

 Welcome to Day 7 of our Ghost Host Halloween 2025 Countdown! 🎃👻 Dive into the spooky season with Dr. Gangrene's review of The Private Eyes (1980), a horror-comedy gem starring Tim Conway and Don Knotts. This old-dark-house mystery follows bumbling detectives Inspector Winship (Knotts) and Dr. Tart (Conway) as they investigate murders at the eerie Morley Estate, complete with hidden passages, cobwebs, and a torture chamber. Featuring Fred Stuthman (aka Jeepers Keeper, a legendary LA horror host) as Lord Morley, this film blends creepy atmosphere with classic comedy reminiscent of Abbott and Costello.

Is The Private Eyes a Halloween must-watch, or does its humor fall flat? Join us as we explore its spooky sets, quirky characters, and horror host connections! 🕸️💀 Perfect for fans of horror comedies, Halloween movie marathons, and vintage mystery vibes. Don’t miss our take on this cult classic—subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for daily Halloween countdown videos leading up to October 31, 2025!

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2025 Halloween Countdown Day 6 🎃

Welcome to Day 6 of our horror countdown! 🎃 Dive into the 1968 classic Night of the Living Dead, George Romero’s groundbreaking zombie masterpiece that redefined horror. We explore its low-budget brilliance, its accidental public domain status, and its lasting impact. Plus, we celebrate Pittsburgh’s iconic horror host Chilly Billy Cardille, the WIC-TV reporter who starred in the film and hosted Chiller Theater from 1963-1984. 

💀 Join Dr. Gangrene for a nostalgic look at this 5-skull film, Romero’s legacy, and Chilly Billy’s unforgettable charm. What’s your favorite Romero movie? Comment below and check out our Top Romero Films list linked here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba6vEQ5-5RI Subscribe and hit the bell for more horror host history! 🔔 #NightOfTheLivingDead #GeorgeRomero #ChillyBilly #HorrorHost #ClassicHorror

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 5 🎃

🎃 Welcome to Day 5 of our Ghost Host Halloween Countdown! 🎥 Join us as we dive into iconic horror hosts and the films/TV shows they star in. Tonight, we spotlight Boris Karloff’s Thriller (1960), one of the greatest horror anthology series ever!  

In this episode, we explore The Hungry Glass (Season 1, Episode 16), featuring William Shatner and Joanna Hayes as a couple moving into a haunted seaside mansion. Learn about the eerie legend of Laura Bellman, played by horror host legend Ottola Nesmith, whose chilling performance ties to her real-life role as a 1957 KTLA Channel 5 horror host. We’ll also dive into Thriller’s shift from crime to supernatural horror, its Weird Tales vibe, and its stellar cast, including Boris Karloff, Russell Johnson, and Elizabeth Allen. 🔮 Plus, discover Ottola Nesmith’s incredible career, from The Wolf Man to The Return of the Vampire to her career as a TV horror host. Don’t miss this deep dive into horror history! 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell for more spooky content in our Ghost Host Halloween Countdown! Join us tomorrow for another chilling horror host feature. 💀Love classic horror? Drop a comment with your favorite Thriller episode or horror host!

2025 Halloween Countdown Day 4 🎃

 🎃💀 Welcome to Day 4 of our Halloween Countdown, where we dive into ghost host films—movies and TV shows featuring iconic horror hosts! Today, we’re breaking the rules with a curveball: Fright Night (1985), the ultimate horror host movie, starring Roddy McDowall as the unforgettable TV horror host Peter Vincent. Despite not featuring a real-life horror host, this cult classic earns its spot for its stellar vampire-hunting, horror-comedy brilliance.

From its spooky storyline to Roddy McDowall’s legendary performance, this film will really sink its fangs into you. Curious about why it’s a must-watch for horror host and vampire movie fans? Check out our full review and let us know your thoughts in the comments! Love Fright Night? Grab the DVD here (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4n9f0tY

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 3 🎃

🎃 Welcome to Day 3 of our Daily October Halloween Countdown! 🎃 Join us as we dive into spooky classics featuring iconic horror hosts. Today, we’re exploring The Legend of Blood Mountain, a regional gem from Atlanta, Georgia, starring the beloved horror host Bestoink Dooley, played by George Ellis. Unique regional horror with a quirky horror host! 

👻 In this 1960s cult classic, bumbling reporter Bestoink Dooley investigates the eerie rumors of Blood Mountain, where rocks mysteriously bleed, signaling the return of a restless creature. Filmed in Stone Mountain National Park, this amateur yet charming production captures the creativity of local filmmakers. Learn about George Ellis’s legacy as a horror host on Atlanta’s Big Movie Shocker and Friday Night Fright, and discover why this film is a hidden treasure for horror fans! Featured in this video: 💀 The Legend of Blood Mountain 💀 Atlanta TV horror host Bestoink Dooley 💀 A nostalgic look at 1960s Atlanta TV culture. 💀 Are you from Atlanta or familiar with Bestoink Dooley? Drop a comment below and let us know if you’ve seen this film! 👇

Dr. Gangrene's 2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 2 🎃

🎃 Welcome to Day 2 of our 2025 Halloween Countdown! 👻 Join our Dr. Gangrene as he dives into films and shows featuring real-life horror hosts. Today, we’re spotlighting the iconic Tales from the Crypt (1989-1996), the legendary HBO series based on EC Comics’ horror classics like Tales from the Crypt, Vault of Horror, and Haunt of Fear. 

👻 Meet the Crypt Keeper, voiced by John Kassir, a Horror Host Hall of Fame member! This creepy, pun-loving puppet stole the show with his graveyard humor and cackling laugh. From its amazing opening sequence to star-studded episodes featuring actors such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Christopher Reeve, and Timothy Dalton, Tales from the Crypt became a cultural phenomenon. 💀 Is the Crypt Keeper your favorite horror host? Let us know in the comments! 👇 Featured in this video: 💀 Tales from the Crypt (1989-1996) 💀 Horror host The Crypt Keeper 💀 Fun facts about the 1950s EC Comics, the 1972 Amicus anthology film adaptation, spin-offs like Demon Knight (1995) and Bordello of Blood (1996), and the Saturday morning cartoon! Love Tales from the Crypt? Grab the DVD here (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/41xr6UZ

Dr. Gangrene Halloween Countdown 2025 🎃

 🎃 Get ready for a spooky start to Halloween 2025 with Dr. Gangrene’s Halloween Countdown!🧪 Day 1 dives into The Incredible Two-Headed Transplant (1971), a wild B-movie that also features Larry Vincent, aka Seymour, the iconic horror host of Fright Night! 💀 Join us in the lab all October as we explore “Ghost Hosts” 👻 — films featuring legendary horror hosts.

🧪 What’s Inside: Daily horror reviews, Seymour’s TV history, and Halloween spirit! 💀 Perfect For: Horror fans, cult movie buffs, and spooky season lovers! Featured in this video: The Incredible Two-Headed Transplant (1971) Horror host Larry Vincent (Seymour) from Fright Night & Creature Features Fun facts about 1970s horror TV shows and cult classics

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