How I Met Your Monster
Comedy
About
How I Met Your Monster is the horror-comedy podcast that explores the introductions of your favorite movie monsters! Join Zach, Danny, and Casey as they break down how iconic monsters — from Freddy and Jason to Leatherface and Chucky — made their terrifying first impressions on screen. In each episode, we dive into the art of the perfect horror debut that turned these horror movie monsters into cinematic legends. Whether you’re a hardcore horror buff or just here for the fun, How I Met Your Monster delivers a perfect mix of spooky nostalgia and comedic commentary on the monsters you know and love. Subscribe now and never miss an episode. Now, let’s go meet some monsters!
Episodes
- Mama Cecile and Papa Justify in Iain Softley's THE SKELETON KEY
This episode of How I Met Your Monster discusses Mama Cecile and Papa Justify in "The Skeleton Key," a film starring Kate Hudson, Gena Rowlands, Peter Sarsgaard, Joy Bryant, and John Hurt. It is part of the "IT'S VOODOO BABY" series.
- The Hollywood Machine in David Lynch's MULHOLLAND DRIVE
This episode discusses David Lynch's surrealist film Mulholland Drive, exploring themes of celebrity success, self-destruction, and the darker aspects of the Hollywood elite.
- The Baby in David Lynch's ERASERHEAD
This episode delves into David Lynch's Eraserhead, covering its production, the anxieties of parenthood, and Lynch's unique filmmaking philosophy. The hosts analyze the film's surreal elements and iconic monsters.
- Andrew Laeddis in Martin Scorsese's SHUTTER ISLAND
This episode of How I Met Your Monster analyzes Martin Scorsese's Shutter Island, covering its five monster reveals, symbolism, historical references to lobotomies and trauma, and its place in cinema.
- Evil Monks in Jean-Jacques Annaud's THE NAME OF THE ROSE
This episode reviews Jean-Jacques Annaud's film "The Name of the Rose," a medieval murder mystery featuring repressed monks and a secret library. The discussion compares the film's detective elements to Sherlock Holmes and James Bond.
- THE BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN Commentary (PATREON Preview)
This is a preview of a Patreon exclusive commentary on the 1935 film "The Bride of Frankenstein" by How I Met Your Monster. Hosts Zach and Danny discuss the classic story of outsiders seeking acceptance.
- John Doe in David Fincher's SE7EN
This episode of How I Met Your Monster discusses David Fincher's film SE7EN, focusing on the serial killer John Doe and the theme of the seven deadly sins. The hosts delve into the movie's plot and iconic elements.
- The Gemini Killer in William Peter Blatty's THE EXORCIST III
This episode of How I Met Your Monster explores William Peter Blatty's The Exorcist III, discussing its merits as a sequel, comparing the Director's Cut and Theatrical Cut, and analyzing key scenes and performances.
- SCREAM Commentary / SCREAM 7 Predictions (w/ Laron Chapman)
This episode of How I Met Your Monster features a discussion of the original SCREAM film and predictions for SCREAM 7, with co-host Danny and guest Laron Chapman.
- A Fascist and The Pale Man in Guillermo del Toro's PAN'S LABYRINTH
This episode discusses Guillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth, focusing on its depiction of fascism and fantasy in 1944 Spain. The hosts analyze Captain Vidal and the role of fantasy in confronting real-world horrors.
- Wheelers, Princess Mombi, and The Nome King in Walter Murch's RETURN TO OZ
How I Met Your Monster analyzes Disney's Return to Oz, discussing its dark fantasy elements, themes of childhood trauma, and disturbing imagery that made it a terrifying watch for both children and adults. The episode also touches on Walte…
- Werewolves in Neil Jordan's THE COMPANY OF WOLVES
This episode of How I Met Your Monster analyzes Neil Jordan's 1984 film, The Company of Wolves, inspired by Angela Carter's work. The discussion covers the film's werewolf elements, dream logic, body-horror, and themes of puberty, repressi…
- Art the Clown in Damien Leone's TERRIFIER 3 (Christmas Special)
The How I Met Your Monster podcast discusses Damien Leone's Terrifier 3, focusing on Art the Clown, extreme horror, and audience reactions. Hosts debate the film's gore, mythos, and its place in Christmas horror traditions.
- Freddy Krueger in Chuck Russell's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS
This episode discusses Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors. The discussion features actors Robert Englund, Heather Langenkamp, and Patricia Arquette.
- Commentary - THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Patreon Preview)
This is a Patreon preview episode of How I Met Your Monster featuring a commentary on Jim Sharman's THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW. The episode focuses on the characters Dr. Frank-N-Furter and the Transylvanians.
- Dracula, Wolf Man, Frankenstein, Gill Man, and The Mummy in Fred Dekker's THE MONSTER SQUAD
This episode discusses Fred Dekker's 1987 film THE MONSTER SQUAD, which features Dracula, Wolf Man, Frankenstein, Gill Man, and The Mummy. The discussion is part of a triple feature focusing on monsters.
- The Grim Reaper in Peter Jackson's THE FRIGHTENERS
This episode reviews Peter Jackson's comedy The Frighteners, focusing on its plot involving a reaper, a portal to Hell, and the supernatural serial killer Johnny Bartlett. The discussion covers the film's supernatural elements and characte…
- The How I Met Your Monster 2025 Halloween Monster Ranking
The How I Met Your Monster podcast presents its 3rd annual Halloween Monster Ranking, featuring a compiled list of 25 movie monsters encountered since last Halloween. The episode discusses which monsters, such as The Terminator, Jason Voor…
- Demonic Forces in Lucio Fulci's THE BEYOND (w/ Eric Miller)
This episode features screenwriter Eric Miller discussing Lucio Fulci's film THE BEYOND. The conversation centers on the film's demonic forces and its setting at the Seven Doors Hotel.
- A Soulless Serial Killer in Kim Jee-woon's I SAW THE DEVIL
This episode of How I Met Your Monster discusses Kim Jee-woon's film I SAW THE DEVIL and its central antagonist, Kyung-chul. The discussion features actors Lee Byung-hun and Choi Min-sik.
- BONUS - The Nightmare Trials
This is a bonus episode from the How I Met Your Monster podcast, featuring content from The Nightmare Trials podcast. It includes three episodes from The Nightmare Trials, one of which is from their Patreon.
- A Slimy, Seductive Sex Squid in Andrzej Żuławski’s POSSESSION
This episode of How I Met Your Monster discusses Andrzej Żuławski’s 1981 film Possession, focusing on its creature reveals, iconic scenes, and underlying themes of love, control, and identity. The conversation balances serious analysis wit…
- Death Spiral in Junji Ito's UZUMAKI
This episode of How I Met Your Monster covers Junji Ito's UZUMAKI, discussing its depiction of a parasitic cosmic entity. The summary mentions key cast members and the manga's themes.
- The Collector in Ernest Dickerson's TALES FROM THE CRYPT: DEMON NIGHT (w/ Michael Varrati)
This episode of How I Met Your Monster features Michael Varrati discussing the Collector character from Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight. The discussion covers Christian blood magic and the film's cast.
- Deacon Frost in Stephen Norrington's BLADE
This episode reviews the 1998 film Blade, directed by Stephen Norrington and starring Wesley Snipes. The discussion covers the character Deacon Frost and the film's portrayal of vampires.
- Jason Voorhees in Joseph Zito's FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE FINAL CHAPTER
This episode reviews Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, the final film in the Cruel Summer triple feature. It stars Corey Feldman, Kimberly Beck, and Crispin Glover, and centers on the character Jason Voorhees.
- Carnivorous Plants in Carter Smith's THE RUINS
This episode discusses Carter Smith's film THE RUINS, which features an infestation of carnivorous vines on ancient Mayan ruins. The film stars Jena Malone, Shawn Ashmore, Jonathan Tucker, Joe Anderson, Laura Ramsey, and Dimitri Baveas.
- Vampires in Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino's FROM DUSK TILL DAWN (w/ Guilford Adams)
This episode discusses the vampires featured in Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino's film FROM DUSK TILL DAWN. Actor and director Guilford Adams joins the conversation to explore the characters and themes within the movie.
- Dr. Caligari in Robert Wiene’s THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI
This episode reviews Robert Wiene's THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI, focusing on the character of an evil hypnotist and his sidekick. The discussion features actors Friedrich Feher, Werner Krauss, Conrad Veidt, Lil Dagover, Hans Heinrich von T…
- Dr. Moreau in John Frankenheimer's THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU
This episode of How I Met Your Monster covers John Frankenheimer's film 'The Island of Dr. Moreau,' featuring actors like David Thewlis and Marlon Brando. The discussion delves into the genetically-engineered Beast People created by Dr. Mo…
- Howard Howe in Kevin Smith's TUSK (w/ Don Campbell)
This episode discusses Kevin Smith's film TUSK, featuring the character Howard Howe and his human-walrus creation. The discussion includes guest Don Campbell and the film's main cast.
- Dinosaurs in Steven Spielberg's JURASSIC PARK (w/ Sarah Clingenpeel)
This episode of How I Met Your Monster features special guest Sarah Clingenpeel discussing Steven Spielberg's JURASSIC PARK. The conversation covers the film's dinosaurs and characters, as they follow a billionaire to an island of carnivor…
- Xenomorphs in James Cameron's ALIENS
This episode of How I Met Your Monster discusses the Xenomorphs, referred to as BITCH, from James Cameron's film ALIENS. The discussion covers the extraterrestrial creatures and their Queen as depicted in the movie.
- Krites in Mick Garris' CRITTERS 2: THE MAIN COURSE
This episode of How I Met Your Monster reviews the 1988 film CRITTERS 2, focusing on the extraterrestrial Krite infestation. The review covers the film's cast, including Scott Grimes, Liane Curtis, and Lin Shaye.
- Death in James Wong's FINAL DESTINATION (w/ Candi Carpenter)
On How I Met Your Monster, musician Candi Carpenter joins the hosts to discuss the James Wong film FINAL DESTINATION. The episode covers the movie's cast and plot, including actors like Devon Sawa and Ali Larter.
- Lubdan the Leprechaun in Mark Jones' LEPRECHAUN
This episode of How I Met Your Monster covers Mark Jones' 1993 film LEPRECHAUN, starring Warwick Davis. The discussion focuses on the character Lubdan, a leprechaun obsessed with gold.
- A Flesh-Eating Virus in Eli Roth's CABIN FEVER
This episode of How I Met Your Monster covers the 2002 film "Cabin Fever," directed by Eli Roth. The discussion centers on the movie's plot involving a flesh-eating virus.
- The T-800 in James Cameron's THE TERMINATOR
This episode of How I Met Your Monster focuses on the T-800 cyborg from James Cameron's THE TERMINATOR. The discussion covers the character portrayed by Arnold Schwarzenegger.
- Confederate Vampires in ABRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER
This episode reviews the movie ABRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER, discussing the film's portrayal of Confederate vampires and Abraham Lincoln as a vampire hunter.
- The Crypt: THE THING Re-Release (Patreon Preview)
This Patreon preview episode from How I Met Your Monster discusses the re-release of early episodes, beginning with Episode 5 focusing on John Carpenter's The Thing. It highlights the show's early days with a recurring guest before becomin…
- Big Daddy Mars in John Carpenter's GHOSTS OF MARS
This episode of How I Met Your Monster covers John Carpenter's GHOSTS OF MARS, with a specific focus on the character Big Daddy Mars. The discussion includes the film's cast, such as Ice Cube and Natasha Henstridge.
- A Nightmare on Elm Street Audio Commentary (Patreon Preview)
This is a preview of the A Nightmare on Elm Street audio commentary episode from the podcast How I Met Your Monster. The full episode is available to patrons on their Patreon page.
- Terrifier 2 Audio Commentary (Patreon Preview)
This episode features a preview of the How I Met Your Monster commentary for the film Terrifier 2. The full commentary is available to Patreon members.
- The Devil and Y2K in Arnold Schwarzenegger's "END OF DAYS" - Season's Creepings Pt 3
This episode reviews Arnold Schwarzenegger's 1999 film "End of Days," exploring themes of good vs. evil and Y2K panic. The discussion focuses on the movie's portrayal of the holiday season and its demonic characters.
- Celebrating the Holidays with a Vampire Bug in Guillermo del Toro's "CRONOS" - Season's Creepings Pt 2
This episode reviews Guillermo del Toro's 1993 film CRONOS, discussing its holiday themes, a vampire bug, and the conflict between immortality and humanity. It is part of the "Season's Creepings" series.
- Carving Up Eli Roth's "THANKSGIVING" (w/ Brooke Surgener) - Season's Creepings Pt 1
This episode reviews Eli Roth's film THANKSGIVING, featuring guest Brooke Surgener. The discussion covers the movie's themes and cast, including Patrick Dempsey and Gina Gershon.
- Enjoying a Nature Walk Through a Masked Killer's POV in Chris Nash's "IN A VIOLENT NATURE" - Masked Up Pt 3
This episode reviews Chris Nash's film "IN A VIOLENT NATURE," exploring the killer Johnny's perspective on a nature walk. The review highlights performances by Ryan Barrett and Andrea Pavlovic.
- BONUS - The How I Met Your Monster 2024 Halloween Monster Ranking
This bonus episode of How I Met Your Monster ranks all the monsters featured since last Halloween. The hosts combined their individual lists to create a final ranking, promising surprised reactions and potential bloodshed.
- Quietly Roasting a Home Invader in Mike Flanagan's "HUSH" - Masked Up Pt 2
This episode of How I Met Your Monster reviews Mike Flanagan's horror film Hush. The hosts discuss the tension, Kate Siegel's performance, and the film's atmosphere, incorporating humor and roasting elements.
- A Tragic Antihero in Brian De Palma's "PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE" - Masked Up Pt 1
This episode, the first in the MASKED UP series, discusses Brian De Palma's film PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. It explores the film's antihero, creative exploitation, and musical sanitation.