That Was Pretty Scary

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TV & Film #196

That Was Pretty Scary is a Horror film podcast hosted by Freddie Prinze Jr and Jon Lee Brody. Together they break down every horror film they’ve ever seen. It’s a long list and the two voices come from a place of experience, education, and most of all a shared love of Horror Movies. From the classics to new releases. From cult favorites to Horror Films from around the world. These two cover it all.

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  • AngieF-Indiana
    Absolutely Love These Guys
    I’ve loved FPJ since I Know What You Did Last Summer so I had to check out this podcast since he is a part of it (and because of my Morbid girlies) but this podcast is so much fun! FPJ and Jon break down the movies in such a fun way! Love finding and watching the movies they cover that I have never heard of too! If you love horror and love to laugh then this is a podcast you need to follow and listen to 100%! Much love to you Freddie and Jon!
  • Ash Shev
    Love every choice you make!!
    I absolutely love this podcast! I look forward to new episodes and listen to them right away. I love foreign horror movies, especially Korean and Japanese classics, and it’s awesome to see those covered on a podcast! I’m loving your recent discussions about Giallo films too, Argento is another favorite of mine. It would be AWESOME if you guys watched the original Suspiria, it’s the film that turned me on to horror. Thanks for doing an amazing job guys! Please please pleaseeee watch The Ritual on Netflix and cover it!! It seems like the kind of film you’d both love, and I’d love to hear your takes!
  • tatiana1x
    Love your Podcast
    Just discovered this pod and I’ve already listened to so many episodes. I love horror movies. Freddie’s descriptions are so funny. My one suggestion for a horror movie to cover is Vivarium.
  • Caseylee61087
    Not A Better Podcast
    Freddie and John are the best narrators. This podcast is untouchable in my opinion. I would love two episodes a week. There hasn’t been a bad episode yet.
  • Jcm800
    5 bloody hooks
    Really fun pod to listen to. I have seen most of the old school movies and love the breakdown of them. I always check out the newer ones that are going to be covered. Really digging what y’all are putting down.. 5 bloody hooks all around.
  • Mmgadd01
    One of my favorites
    This podcast makes driving, work, and chores all way more enjoyable ! Great chemistry and insights. FPJ and JLB keep the discussions super accessible. I'm dying for you guys to cover the Korean movie Parasite... a perfect film in my opinion :) Came back to this review to also ask you to cover Perfect Blue !!
  • Dbatarse
    Genuine horror fans
    I can tell you guys love horror and thats why I listen weekly. Also Freddie you killed it in Mass Effect 3 brotha; hopefully they bring you back for another one.
  • KingofAwesome122
    It’s great
    Could you guys do house of 1000 corpses
  • Bwade315
    Helen shivers for life
    I’ve been crushing on fpj since ikwydls and this pod is a lot of fun as a horror nerd. I cannot wait to hear the strangers episode. I was gonna comment requesting it but so happy I don’t even need to. The scariest movie to me in the last 25 years.
  • blanca panda 💕
    Love the reviews 😃
    5 hooks! Would love to hear a review on any M. Night movie.
  • Squatch yoself
    That Was Pretty…AWESOME
    Freddie seems like a genuinely nice dude who I would want to have a beer with and chat about scary movies and the 90s. He’s so nice that he just made the top of the SUSPECT LIST. Jon Brody is dope too, but he’s not going to enjoy the movie Cujo with his dog hook rating penalty.
  • Ridley67
    That was Scary!
    Hosts have great chemistry and recounting some of their favorite horror movies! Great to hear from Freddi Prinz, Jr. Wish he was in more movies! Cohost has the technical expertise and a bit more behind the scenes info!
  • Steven Aripez
    Memories of Murder
    The podcast is great. You guys have great chemistry. I would really love for you guys to do an episode on Memories of Murder.
  • cmon hasboro
    By Far My Favorite Podcast
    This is such a fun and low stress podcast. Not only do Jon and Freddie have great chemistry but being able to hear their perspectives on these films with their background in film is a treat in itself! 20/10 recommend taking a listen. P.S. Serial Mom would be a great one for the pod!
  • tanamaria
    FULL FIVE HOOKS…er, STARS!!!
    I LOVE this podcast. I get to hear my early 20’s CRUSH (whatever, still a crush, we’re ten months apart) absolutely gush about horror movies. Love it. Freddie is giddy discussing all the old movies and I can’t get enough. I love Jon’s view of the movies as well. The behind the scenes things he shares. Also taking off a hook for dog deaths. My guy! Would LOVE LOVE LOVE if you’d review April Fool’s Day. It’s my fave scary movie from when I was a kid. My sister and I would act it out with our Barbie’s. Decapitated heads and all. 😹😹😹 Would love to hear you discuss it. 😻😻😻
  • PuppyBFFLove200
    The Best Movie Review Podcast!
    I could listen to you both discuss movies in any genre but horror looks so good on you! Please do Strangers, The Omen, and Hush!
  • Nikoschen
    You make our Road trips so much better!
    My hubby and I love your podcast! We travel for work so we are on the road a lot! We are big horror/slasher movie fans and listening to your take on these films is such great fun for us! Thank you for keeping us going and keeping my hubby awake while driving😜. I know you guys mentioned it once during your interview with Tom Holland but please please please do Trilogy Of Terror! I still to this day (I am 51 watched it when I was 5) can not see the little “hatchy man” without completely freaking out!
  • Darth Rod
    Scary is Fun
    This podcast is so fun it’s like sitting down with two younger brothers to talk about scary movies. I look forward to my weekly podcasts with Freddie and Jon. I have always enjoyed watching scary movies because they are scary. With Freddie and Jon’s knowledge of movie making, history, etc, my enjoyment and understand has increased 10 fold. If I could make one suggestion. I would like to see the podcast run a bit longer. Sometimes it’s seems like Freddie and Jon are being rushed. Thanks guys.
  • JennaMonG
    Fresh Spin on Horror Podcasting
    I really enjoy 'That Was Pretty Scary' - it's a fantastic podcast! I appreciate how the podcast offers various perspectives on films, from technical behind-the-scenes insights to the actors' viewpoints. I would love it if you all would please cover Guillermo del Toro’s 'The Orphanage' on the podcast. It's an incredible movie, and I think you all would love discussing it!
  • angie.83
    Amazing Podcast!
    Such an amazing podcast! I can’t wait to hear more!
  • Dog vomit
    Perfect podcast, perfect hosts
    Huge fan of the podcast, it’s making me appreciate my favourite horror movies even more with all the additional insight you give. Would love to hear you do hereditary, I think that movie is an absolute masterpiece.
  • Qltygdjg
    Fantastic
    Love both podcasts you do. This is a good change of pace in terms of the bulk of podcasts I do listen to. Would love a breakdown of Hush and Thirteen Ghosts in the future
  • Soccer1908!
    An easy 5 hook show!
    Hey guys, I really enjoy the show. Been a FPJ fan since IKWYDLS, Summer Catch, etc. Love that Freddie can give insight from an actor’s perspective and John gives insight from behind the camera. I’m a nerd for stuff like that. I would love for you guys to review Session 9. An early 2000s psychological horror that stars a pre NYPD Blue David Caruso. It was a random rental from Family Video that turned into a top 4 fav horror for me. Would love to hear your perspectives on it! Thanks again! Luke D
  • gdnxigwbwoxgggekwgzh
    I still know…how to write a mean review
    Jack black was hands down the best part of iskwydls 💪🏻… end mean review, you guys are awesome!
  • ELeafeon
    Best Horror Porcast
    Absolutely enjoy this podcast. Both Freddie and John Lee Brody have great insights about the movie industry and the horror genre. Also love their chemistry and comfortability with each other. Nothing brings down a podcast more then stiff commentary. Thanks for all the movie recommendations! My movie recommendation for you both would be The Descent. Cave horror and monster horror are especially creepy when combined together!
  • puda666
    you guy are the best!
    love your intake on my favorite movie genre! highly recommend “freaky”!!! keep up the amazing work guys!
  • Jesterkitty4
    A hookin good time!
    One of my favorite podcasts, I’ve even got my boyfriend into loving it too! Always great episodes, laughs and vibes, it’s like I’m hanging out with friends, even when I listen alone. On behalf of my boyfriend and his favorite movie, I would politely and excitedly like to request an episode of the werewolf movie Dog Soliders! We enjoy it on date nights, and I hope you guys will too!! Keep up the awesome work! love from Denver, CO. PS: the phrase “Sexy Chris Sarandon ” is said daily in our house lol!! 👏🏻👏🏻
  • lola_Dabomb
    Yes, Yes, a Thousand Times Yes!
    As a true crime junkie, I wanted a break from actual true crime, cuz as FP says, real life true crime is way scarier than a horror movie. Thank you podcast Gods (and Wondery+) for suggesting y’all! As an early 80’s baby myself, I was instantly drawn to FP (Duh!) or maybe it’s just his movie voice, but then Jon Lee stole my heart because I also take away major points when a dog dies! Regardless- the way you guys deliver recaps and throw in personal stories when it comes to experiences, directors, behind the scene tricks- I’m obsessed. 1 episode a week isn’t enough…but I get it, we’re middle-aged now and tired 😂 At first I only listened to movies I knew, but then went back and can I say…the B list movies, etc I have been exposed to are game changing! I am forever in y’all’s debt for introducing Barbarian to me! Keep it up and never stop! ❤️❤️
  • aidancarlson
    My absolute favorite show!
    This has become my favorite show, I look forward to it every single week! I hope one day you will do the strangers! Can’t wait for more episodes you guys are the best! Megan
  • angrylf
    Good show
    The hosts have good chemistry and you can tell they love the movies - like hanging out with friends - a really good listen
  • Jedicabrat
    Like the show but…
    I enjoy the podcast. Lots of great commentary about fantastic horror movies. But, how do they not know who Barbara Crampton is?! She’s 80’s horror royalty! Shame on the hosts!! (Episode about Chopping Mall)
  • Deadhead-Dan10
    Great show, they’re letting me review it again…
    …so 5 stars! Freddie is a Jedi knight in another life so he’s all good by me, and I looked up John Lee Brody and saw he grew up like 12 minutes from me (Chicago NW burbs). Not as funny as Werewolf Ambulance but not trying to be. Perfect for a quick hit with right amount of discussion and not like many other horror pods with people talking to hear themselves or forcing “chemistry”. The insider perspective is helpful / cool / unique compared to other shows too. Other film Suggestions off top of head: One Cut for the Dead DeadTectives Terrifier 2 Annabelle 2 Ouija 2 (Flanagan) Something is Wrong with the Children; Satanic Hispanic, Babysitter (either)
  • Jutchaffee4
    Awesome pod
    Love this podcast. Great insight and Fun.
  • MsDenises11
    This is my favorite podcast!
    I’ve been listening since the first episode and this is a great podcast. It’s like sitting down with friends and talking about favorite horror movies. I would love to watch with you guys and then break it down afterwards because you make it sound so fun. Just listened to Freaky and it did not disappoint. Loved the shoutouts to Happy Death Day which is one of my favorite horror movies. I’d humbly recommend you do April Fool’s Day which is another favorite. I watch horror with my kids and you have introduced us to several we hadn’t seen (like Oculus which twisted up my brain). Keep up the great work and thanks for all the recommendations and reviews.
  • KimShady23
    10/10 Would Recommend
    I Know What You Did Last Summer is the greatest horror movie of all time…anddddd this is the greatest horror movie podcast of all time! Please cover It Follows at some point! 🙌🏾
  • Mel12345678mel
    Horrifically Fun!
    I just love hearing from my Hottie of Horror and the Cinephile extraordinaire. So many movies that I wouldn’t have watched before have now become favorites. I can’t wait to hear what other movies these guys have in store!
  • elizanboo.lovespins
    Another great horror movie podcast!
    I found this podcast because of my love for the morbid and scream! Podcast . I love horror movies, and this one falls flat, even though I really wanted and tried for a while to love it. Freddy at times can be just straight insulting to people who are in the films when he doesn’t know their names (thank you John for knowing their names ) and if you’re going to have a podcast, maybe do a little bit more research, and be able to give a more in depth review (which I really think John could do if Freddie wasn’t running the show) and it might be more interesting to listen to.
  • winewednesday
    Look forward to this every week!!
    Great podcast with great hosts!
  • KJ MLV
    Love the hosts and movies selected
    The hosts both have the passion for horror movies to make this podcast interesting, and the personalities to carry it. I’m only only giving it four stars though because a lot of the more recent episodes are just Freddie recapping the movie - literally walking us through the action, punch by punch, rather than analyzing the film or giving behind the scenes info. And some of the info they do give is not researched beforehand. The episodes when they analyze shots or choices made are the best, but they have been few and far in between lately. Recently they did a movie that that one of the hosts was in, I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. So many scenes were recapped with very little information, and the hosts began marvel at Brandy’s acting because they didn’t think she had acted before. She had a hit show (Moesha) and Disney’s popular adaptation of Cinderella - easily searchable on IMDb. Also, the one or two episodes where they had guests on were pretty interesting - wish they’d do it more… especially since Freddie’s wife is in a lot of good horror movies and has said she will do the podcast if asked. Well where is it!? Would be great to bring on guests for episodes where they don’t know the movie or don’t want to research
  • Dra7en
    Clowns
    These guys have so much experience in the field (well, Freddy does) yet they’re wrong about SO MANY THINGS it’s inexcusable. Being a friend of James Wan does not make you an expert. What a clown show.
  • jabrown16
    Best movie podcast!!
    Love this pod!! I hate when i have to wait a week for the next one!! Love Freddie and Jon, great hosts!! Can you guys review Pet Semetary? :( Then again Jon may not give it a good rating! Lol! Love you guys!!
  • MiMiReReBBa
    Oh Freddy…
    No one care of you don’t celebrate Black, Asian or Latin History month. Shut up..
  • anonymous-user69
    pls do barbarian
    i absolutely love this show. as a horror movie watcher, i really enjoy listening to others opinions on movies i’ve seen. PLEASE DO BARBARIAN
  • JamesMayse
    Just the right balance
    Some horror pods are just a note-for-note recap, which is dull. On the other extreme, some pods go so deep into the weeds and minutiae that I want to yell, “Do you really have to list every single person who worked on the movie? Does it really matter how many companies have released a DVD?” But “That Was Pretty Scary” is just the right balance of detail and story breakdown. The guys know their stuff, the “side quests” (anecdotes about the movies) add to the discussion rather than bog it down, and the hosts are fun. Believe it or not, this pod pairs really well with another great horror pod, “The Faculty of Horror.” Recommended.
  • PizzaMan4Life
    Finding new films to stream!
    The pod makes it easy for me to find new old films that I otherwise might not have known about! These two don’t miss!
  • CD1721
    Really love it
    I look forward to it every week! John Lee Brody and Freddie are great.
  • Missleo79
    Love this podcast!!!
    I look forward to Freddie’s movie guy voice every week! I hadn’t seen Totally Killer yet and after your review I watched it! Great comedy horror for us “older” peeps!
  • thisiswhatshisface
    Just listened for the 1st time after seeing on TikTok
    Fun hilarious and insightful. These two did such a good review/rewind of Sleepaway Camp. Looking forward to Poltergeist next week! I hope y'all do a second season, can’t wait to catch up.
  • Ghostface91!
    Great Horror Podcast By Two Great Hosts
    Freddie and Jon are a delight to listen to on the show. Each bringing such great thought and viewpoints to the excellent films they cover. Both offer knowledge that they both have built up from their own experiences in the horror genre between acting and the work behind the scenes. You can very much hear the passion they have for the genre when talking to each other as well as the great friendship they have. There’s even some fun little trivia you’ll hear from the two throughout their careers from people they’ve developed close friendships to, to films they’ve auditioned for, and fun facts from behind the scenes of films they’ve done. Definitely check it out if you love horror and if you’re a fan of the hosts.
  • kgappraiser
    The best horror movie podcast- Funny and Insightful!
    Full disclosure I listen to this on Amazon as its ad free over there. This is one of my favorite podcasts. The chemistry between Freddie and Jon is fantastic and I love all the “inside information” that they add to these recaps. I discovered this after listening to Jon Lee Brody join in on a “Listener Tales” on “Morbid” and he told a ghost story from my hometown. That got me intrigued as I’ve always been a fan of Freddie Prinze Jr. as well as horror movies both good and bad. I started listening and was immediately hooked (pun intended!). They have the best chemistry and bring new life to some classic (and not so classic) horror films. Was really happy when they did “Totally Killer” as I felt it got overlooked this year due to the actors strike. If you love comedy horror movies and haven’t seen it it’s a must watch! The “bad” 80s horror movies they cover just bring me joy. Horror is my favorite genre and I’ve grown up watching all these movies and now thanks to this show I’m reliving the joy of both campy and good horror movies. Which it can be campy and good, but let’s face it, there is a lot of shlocky horror, yet it’s still fun to watch. If you haven’t listened, give it a try- it does not disappoint.
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