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This week on The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel, we're celebrating Halloween with a special HALL PASS EPISODE, and Doug is cashing in his pick for Halloween II (1981)!

Michael Myers is back, Laurie Strode is still fighting for her life, and apparently the most dangerous place in Haddonfield is the local hospital!

Picking up immediately after the events of John Carpenter's original Halloween, this sequel takes us inside Haddonfield Memorial Hospital, where a suspiciously small staff, some questionable security, and one very determined masked killer make for a Halloween night nobody will forget.

But does Halloween II live up to the original, or is Michael Myers starting to overstay his welcome?

We dig into everything, including:

🎃 Doug's Hall Pass pick — why Halloween II earned a special spot on the podcast and whether Jamie agrees with the choice

🔪 Michael Myers returning for round two — somehow surviving six bullets and a fall from a balcony like it's no big deal

🏥 Haddonfield Memorial Hospital — where is everybody, and why does this place have approximately four employees working the night shift?

👻 The movie picking up immediately after the original — one of the coolest sequel concepts in horror history

😱 The kills getting bigger and bloodier — from the hot tub scene to the hospital's increasingly creative death traps

🎭 Jamie Lee Curtis returning as Laurie Strode — although she spends a surprising amount of the movie lying in a hospital bed

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Loomis being completely obsessed with Michael Myers — Donald Pleasence once again delivering the intensity we love

🎃 The sibling revelation — the decision to make Laurie and Michael brother and sister and how it changed the entire franchise

🎬 Rick Rosenthal taking over directing duties and John Carpenter and Debra Hill returning to write the sequel

💉 The hospital staff making some truly questionable decisions — apparently surviving a slasher movie isn't covered in medical school

🔥 That explosive finale — Loomis, Laurie, Michael, and one very unfortunate hospital operating room

🎶 The iconic Halloween theme getting a synth-heavy makeover — does it add to the atmosphere or take away from the original's simplicity?

🤔 Whether Halloween II is one of the best horror sequels of the '80s or just a bloody continuation of a nearly perfect original

And, of course, we'll be debating whether Halloween II deserves its place among the great slasher sequels and whether Doug made the right choice cashing in his Hall Pass!

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
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Next week, we're trading Michael Myers' mask for police badges as we head to Russia for Police Academy: Mission to Moscow (1994)!

Before we review the seventh installment in the Police Academy franchise, we sat down with actor and director Richard Israel, who played Adam Sharp in the movie!

Richard has had an incredible career in entertainment, and our conversation went WAY beyond Police Academy.

🐶 The Dog Show: Come. Sit. Stay., the new comedy Richard is directing at The Triad Theater in New York City

😂 The hilarious concept behind The Dog Show, which gives audiences a chance to hear what dogs might really be thinking

🎙️ And a ton more stories from his career in movies, television, and theater!

🐾 Check out Richard's new show:
👉 https://www.dogshownyc.com/

And get ready for our upcoming review of Police Academy 7: Mission to Moscow, where we'll find out if the seventh movie in the franchise is a hidden comedy gem or if these cadets should have retired a few movies ago!

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is heading to the year 2074 for Cyborg 2, the direct-to-video sequel to the 1989 Jean-Claude Van Damme sci-fi action movie!

This time around, we're following Cash Reese, a cyborg played by a very young Angelina Jolie, who's caught up in a corporate conspiracy involving artificial humans, explosive technology, and a whole lot of questionable decisions.

But does Cyborg 2 deliver the futuristic action we're looking for, or does this sequel need a serious software update?

We dig into everything, including:

🤖 Angelina Jolie being just 17 during filming and looking back at one of her earliest starring roles

👄 Jack Palance's mouth on camera — because apparently getting the rest of him involved was optional

💥 The surprising lack of action in a sequel to a movie starring Jean-Claude Van Damme

🦾 Cyborgs vs. androids — what exactly is the difference, and does this movie know?

💣 The brilliant corporate strategy of building cyborgs with explosives inside them

❤️ Cash Reese and Colt 45's unusual romance — because nothing says love like a futuristic assassination plot

🏢 The competing corporations and their plans for the future of humanity

🎭 Billy Drago bringing his unmistakable screen presence to the proceedings

🔫 The movie's attempts to deliver sci-fi thrills, martial arts, and futuristic action on a limited budget

🎬 How Cyborg 2 compares to the original Cyborg and whether it deserves to carry on the franchise

😂 The strange plot choices, questionable dialogue, and wonderfully dated '90s sci-fi atmosphere

🤔 Whether this sequel is an underrated cult classic or a movie that should have remained in sleep mode

And, of course, we'll be debating whether Cyborg 2 is a worthy follow-up or another example of Hollywood proving that just because you can make a sequel doesn't mean you should!

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
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Next week, Doug is cashing in a Hall Pass, and we're heading back to Haddonfield for Halloween II (1981)!

Michael Myers is back, Laurie Strode is still in danger, and we're checking into Haddonfield Memorial Hospital for a sequel that picks up right where John Carpenter's original left off.

We'll be talking about the kills, the hospital setting, Michael Myers' relentless pursuit, and the big revelation that changed the franchise forever.

Will Doug's Hall Pass deliver the Halloween sequel we've been waiting for, or will Jamie be looking for a way out of this one?

🎃 It's time to find out if Halloween really is the night HE came home!

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🎃 Next Up: Doug Cashes In a Hall Pass & Halloween II!

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is joined by veteran stuntman, stunt coordinator, second-unit director, and filmmaker Scott Leva as we dive into the making of Cyborg 2 and an incredible Hollywood career that spans more than four decades.A former competitive gymnast, Scott turned his athleticism and lifelong love of movies and comics into a career filled with high falls, action sequences, superheroes, and some serious Hollywood history.We get into everything, including:🤸 How Scott went from competitive gymnastics and acting in New York to becoming a professional stuntman🎬 His early experiences working on Superman and the mentors who helped him break into the stunt business💥 The dangers of high-fall work and the personal experience that motivated Scott to rethink how stunt airbags were designed🛟 How Scott redesigned the stunt airbag to make high falls safer — an invention that ultimately earned him an Academy Award Technical Achievement Award and a Primetime Emmy for engineering development🕷️ Scott's incredible history with Spider-Man, including his work with Marvel and his connection to the character📖 His memoir, I Am Was Spider-Man, and the stories behind his relationship with Spider-Man, Marvel, and Hollywood🎥 Stories from working with legendary filmmakers and performers including Clint Eastwood, Mel Brooks, Hugh Jackman, Steven Spielberg, and many more🎬 His work across movies including The Toxic Avenger, Superman, X-Men, Spider-Man, and countless other productions🎭 The difference between being a stunt performer, stunt coordinator, second-unit director, and actor🧠 The creativity, preparation, and safety considerations that go into making dangerous action look effortless on screen🎥 And, of course, Cyborg 2 and the stories behind Scott's work on the filmScott's career is a fascinating look at the people behind the action — the performers, coordinators, inventors, and filmmakers who make the impossible look real while trying to make sure everyone gets home safely.🎙️ Listen/watch the full interview:👉 sequelsonly.com/scottleva🔗 Check Out Scott Leva📖 Scott's book — I Am Was Spider-Manhttps://www.amazon.com/Am-Was-Spiderman-Scott-Leva/dp/1963869117🎬 Scott Leva on IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0505119/🌐 Scott's Official Websitescottleva.com🤖 Next week, we're covering Cyborg 2! Check it out so you're ready for our review next week!📲 Follow us everywhere: @sequelsonly🌐 Visit the site: sequelsonly.com💬 Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your friends, enemies, neighbors, exes… and anyone who thinks the guy falling 100 feet in a movie is "just an actor." 🕷️💥

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is heading back to the world of Disney's Not Quite Human for Not Quite Human II!

Chip is heading off to college, but being a teenage android doesn't exactly make dating and fitting in any easier. Enter Roberta, played by our recent guest Katie Barberi, and suddenly Chip's artificial intelligence has to deal with something much more complicated — love!

We dig into everything, including:

🤖 Chip's return and the decision to take our favorite android to college
❤️ Roberta and Chip's very unusual romance
🎬 Katie Barberi's performance as Roberta and the stories she shared with us about making the movie
😏 Alan Thicke completely missing Professor Grey's very deliberate advances — despite her making her intentions pretty clear
😂 Robin Lively having way too much fun playing matchmaker while seemingly not caring all that much about what happens to her brother
🏫 The movie's attempt to combine Disney family comedy, teen romance, and science fiction
😂 The very '80s approach to college life, technology, and teenage relationships
💾 The movie's take on artificial intelligence long before AI became part of everyday life
🎭 Alan Thicke, Jay Underwood, Robin Lively, and the returning cast
☀️ The Arizona heat—and Katie's incredible story about passing out on her first day of filming
🎥 The Disney sequel formula and how Not Quite Human II fits into the era of made-for-TV movies
🤔 Whether this sequel successfully expands the original or takes Chip in a completely different direction

And, of course, we'll be talking about whether Not Quite Human II deserves to be remembered as one of those wonderfully weird Disney sequels that fans discover years later.

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
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Next week we're joined by legendary stuntman Scott Leva as we dive into Cyborg 2!

Scott has an incredible Hollywood story that goes WAY beyond stunt work. He's famously connected to Spider-Man, including appearing as Peter Parker on the photo cover of The Amazing Spider-Man #262 and his involvement with Cannon Films' never-produced Spider-Man movie.

We talk about:

🕷️ Scott's incredible history with Spider-Man
📖 His new memoir, I Am Was Spider-Man, and the stories behind his connection to the character
🎬 How he got started in the stunt business
💥 His career as a stuntman, stunt coordinator, and second-unit director
🛟 How a tragic stunt accident inspired Scott to develop a safer airbag for high falls
🏆 The invention that eventually earned him an Academy Award for Technical Achievement
🎥 And, of course, our discussion of Cyborg 2

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🎬 Next Up: Scott Leva & Cyborg 2

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is joined by actress Katie Barberi for a conversation that takes us through an incredible Hollywood journey — from growing up between Mexico and the United States to becoming a working actress across film, television, theater, and some of the biggest telenovelas in the world.

And, of course, we're talking about the movie that brings us here: Not Quite Human II, where Katie plays Roberta, a female android who finds herself at the center of Chip's college adventures.

But Not Quite Human II is just one stop on a career that includes Garbage Pail Kids, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Kids Incorporated, Disney projects, telenovelas, theater, and so much more.

We get into everything, including:

🎬 Katie's unique journey to Hollywood and growing up between Mexico and the United States
👩‍🎤 Her mother being a singer and how Katie eventually realized acting was truly the career she wanted
📺 Kids Incorporated, her first credited project, and the fascinating story behind her controversial episode
🎭 Her experience navigating Hollywood as a young Mexican-American actress and the challenges of being typecast
🏫 Working on Ferris Bueller's Day Off and being part of that incredible '80s/early '90s Hollywood community
👹 Garbage Pail Kids and how the movie's unexpected cult following has stayed with her decades later
💇‍♀️ The legendary Tangerine hair — and how much of the character Katie connected with personally
🇲🇽 Making the transition into telenovelas and discovering a completely different television industry
📺 The difference between American soap operas and Mexican telenovelas — including the incredible pace of producing roughly 120 episodes in about six months
🎬 Working with Disney and how Spooner eventually led to Not Quite Human II
🤖 Playing Roberta in Not Quite Human II, working with Alan Thicke, Jay Underwood, and Robin Lively
☀️ The hilarious story of Katie actually passing out from the Arizona heat while filming Not Quite Human II — which accidentally worked perfectly for her robot character
❤️ Why she still has such fond memories of making Not Quite Human II and remains in contact with people from the film
🎥 Her continued work in film and television and the importance of reinventing yourself throughout a career
😂 Plenty of stories, laughs, Hollywood memories, and a few things we definitely didn't expect to hear!

Katie's story is a great reminder that Hollywood careers rarely follow a straight line. From cult movies to international television, Disney, theater, and everything in between, she's continued to find new ways to reinvent herself.

🎥 Watch the full interview here:
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We're heading back to 1980s Disney sci-fi as we review Not Quite Human II and finally get to see Katie Barberi's Roberta in action!

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🤖 Next Up: Not Quite Human II

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is stepping into the ring for one of the most iconic sequels of the 1980s — Rocky III!

Rocky is at the top of the world, but success has made him comfortable. Then along comes Clubber Lang, played by the legendary Mr. T, ready to knock Rocky off his throne. After a devastating loss and the death of Mickey, Rocky has to find his hunger again — and he gets some help from the last person you might expect: his former rival, Apollo Creed.

We dig into everything, including:

🥊 Mr. T's legendary introduction as Clubber Lang and why he instantly became one of Rocky's greatest opponents
💀 Mickey's heartbreaking death and the impact it has on Rocky
🏆 Rocky's transformation from hungry underdog to comfortable champion—and what happens when he loses that edge
🤝 The unlikely friendship between Rocky and Apollo and one of the best training partnerships in the franchise
🐯 The arrival of "Eye of the Tiger" and how it became permanently connected with Rocky
💪 The incredible training sequences and Rocky's transformation under Apollo's guidance
🤼 Hulk Hogan as Thunderlips and the absolutely bonkers charity wrestling match
😂 Paulie's jealousy, Rocky's celebrity lifestyle, and the increasingly ridiculous perks of being heavyweight champion
🥊 The first Rocky vs. Clubber Lang fight and the emotional rematch
🎬 Sylvester Stallone directing and writing the movie while continuing to evolve the Rocky character
🔥 Whether Rocky III is actually one of the best sequels in the entire franchise

And, of course, we'll be asking the big question: Can Rocky really beat Clubber Lang?

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/rocky3

We're joined by actress Katie Barberi for a fascinating conversation about her journey to Hollywood and a career that has taken her from cult movies to television and international stardom.

Katie talks about:

🎬 Her unique journey into the entertainment business
👹 Garbage Pail Kids and being part of one of the most infamous cult movies of the '80s
🤖 Not Quite Human II — the sequel we're covering next
🇲🇽 Her extensive work in telenovelas and international television
📺 Her recent projects and what she's been up to throughout her career
😂 Plenty of stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood memories

🎬 Next Movie: Not Quite Human II 🤖

We'll be taking a trip back to the world of androids, '80s Disney-style sci-fi, and one very unusual sequel.

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is joined by the one and only Patti Negri as we get ready to revisit one of the biggest sequels of the 1980s — Rocky III!

Before becoming known as the “Good Witch of Hollywood,” psychic-medium, author, and familiar face from Ghost Adventures, Patti had a fascinating career in Hollywood that included appearing in Rocky III. We talk about her memories of being around Sylvester Stallone and the cast, what it was like being part of such an iconic movie, and the journey that eventually led her into the paranormal world.

We get into everything, including:

🥊 Patti's experience working on Rocky III and being part of the legendary franchise
🎬 Her Hollywood career and the path that eventually led her toward the paranormal
👻 Her longtime connection with Ghost Adventures and her experiences working in the paranormal
🔮 What being a psychic-medium and “Good Witch” means to Patti
📚 Her bestselling book Old World Magick for the Modern World and her work as an author and teacher
🎙️ Her long-running podcast The Witching Hour with Patti Negri
📻 Her experiences in radio, including appearances on Coast to Coast AM
🎭 The many different sides of Patti's career, from Hollywood to television to the world of magick and paranormal investigation
😂 Plenty of stories, laughs, and unexpected Hollywood and paranormal moments

Patti has had one hell of a journey, and this conversation takes us from Rocky Balboa to ghosts, magick, Hollywood, and everything in between!

🎥 Watch the full interview here:
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Patti's official site also features her current work, events, classes, and appearances.

🎬 Next Up: Rocky III 🥊🔥

We're putting on the gloves and revisiting Rocky III — one of the most iconic sequels of the 1980s!

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is going back into action with Lethal Weapon 4, the fourth and final installment of the original Lethal Weapon series.

With Riggs and Murtaugh getting older, babies on the way, Leo Getz back in the mix, and a new villain who can actually go toe-to-toe with Riggs and Murtaugh, there's A LOT happening in this one.

We dig into everything, including:

💥 Riggs and Murtaugh's "last ride" and whether Lethal Weapon 4 feels like a proper ending to their story
😂 Joe Pesci returning as Leo Getz and bringing even more chaos to the team
🎤 Chris Rock joining the franchise as Detective Lee Butters—and whether he fits into the Lethal Weapon family
🥋 Jet Li's Hollywood debut as the absolutely terrifying Wah Sing Ku and why his martial arts skills completely change the action
👶 Riggs becoming a father and Murtaugh becoming a grandfather
❤️ Riggs and Lorna's relationship finally reaching a major turning point
🏠 The Murtaugh family getting pulled directly into the danger
🔥 The massive action sequences, explosions, shootouts, and increasingly ridiculous stunts
🥊 The legendary Riggs vs. Wah Sing Ku showdown
😂 The comedy, one-liners, and moments where the movie knows exactly how ridiculous it is
🎬 Whether this really works as the end of the original Lethal Weapon saga

Lethal Weapon 4 may not have the same gritty feel as the original, but it's an incredibly entertaining combination of action, comedy, family drama, and franchise nostalgia.

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/lethalweapon4

This week, we're joined by the one and only Patti Negri! Before becoming known as the "Good Witch of Hollywood," a psychic-medium, author, and familiar face from Ghost Adventures, Patti had a fascinating Hollywood career that included an appearance in one of the biggest sequels of the 1980s — Rocky III.

We'll talk with Patti about her time working on Rocky III, her memories of being around Sylvester Stallone and the cast, and what it was like to be part of such an iconic movie. But that's just the beginning!

🔮 Patti is also the host of the long-running The Witching Hour with Patti Negri, where she explores the paranormal, magick, psychic phenomena, and fascinating guests from around the world.

👻 She's become a familiar face on Ghost Adventures and has made numerous radio appearances, including Coast to Coast AM.

🥊 From Rocky Balboa to the paranormal, Patti has had one hell of a Hollywood journey — and we're excited to hear the stories behind it all!

Tune in for our conversation with Patti Negri!

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🎬 Next Up: Rocky III 🥊🔥

Doug is taking a little break this week after getting sick on vacation, but we couldn't leave you hanging! So we're re-releasing one of our favorite aquatic disasters—and with summer winding down, consider this your official warning:

WATCH OUT FOR FLYING PIRANHAS! 🐟✈️

This week, we're revisiting Piranha 2: The Spawning, the gloriously ridiculous sequel that also happens to be the second James Cameron-directed movie we've covered on the podcast. Yep… James Cameron directed Piranha 2! Well, roughly 75% of it, anyway, before reportedly being fired after clashing with the production.

We brought back our buddy Nick, who has helped us make sense of Munchie, Ghoulies, and plenty of other cinematic madness, and he came loaded with behind-the-scenes stories and some fascinating connections to Cameron's later work.

We dig into everything, including:

🐟 FLYING PIRANHAS! Because apparently regular piranhas weren't terrifying enough
🎬 James Cameron's early directing gig and the chaotic circumstances surrounding his departure from the movie
🔍 Nick's behind-the-scenes knowledge and the Cameron touches he spotted throughout the film
🚤 The infamous concept of "boating a boat" and other moments that make absolutely no sense
💣 Dynamite fishing, exploding fish, and some truly creative ways to get eaten
❤️ The bizarre relationship between Anne and her son and the questionable decisions surrounding it
🌴 The tropical setting, questionable science, and everything else that makes this sequel such a wonderfully weird experience
🎥 Spotting ideas, techniques, and visual touches that would eventually appear in Cameron's much bigger movies
😂 Why Piranha 2 is one of those movies that's almost impossible not to have fun with

It's ridiculous, it's entertaining, and it's a fascinating early chapter in the career of one of Hollywood's biggest filmmakers.

🎥 Watch the full, unedited review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/Piranha2

🎬 Next Up: Lethal Weapon 4 🔫💥

We'll be back next week with the final entry in the original Lethal Weapon series. We're talking Riggs, Murtaugh, Leo Getz, Chris Rock, Jet Li, massive action sequences, and all the ridiculous fun that comes with one of the biggest buddy-cop franchises ever.

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Next week, we're heading back into the world of Lethal Weapon 4 — but this week, we're joined by one of Hollywood's most accomplished stuntwomen and stunt doubles, Lisa Hoyle!

Lisa has spent more than 35 years performing the dangerous, demanding, and often completely invisible work that makes movie magic possible. From circus performer to professional stuntwoman, Lisa's career includes doubling some of Hollywood's biggest stars and performing some truly insane high-risk stunts.

We get into everything, including:

🎪 Growing up in Redlands, California and discovering a local youth circus that changed the course of her life
🤸 Choosing circus over competitive gymnastics and eventually becoming a professional flying trapeze and aerial performer
🎬 How Lisa transitioned from circus performance into Hollywood stunt work
💥 The reality of building a stunt career through reputation, referrals, and good old-fashioned hustle
⭐ Doubling stars including Angelina Jolie, Goldie Hawn, Drew Barrymore, Neve Campbell, Christina Applegate, and Keira Knightley
🔥 Her early break on Cyborg 2, doubling a young Angelina Jolie for a front flip down stairs
🎭 How stunt doubles match an actor's height, weight, body language, movement, and mannerisms so seamlessly that audiences never know they're watching a double
💰 The difference between base pay and stunt adjustments—and how higher-risk work can affect compensation
😱 Performing an incredible 93-foot high fall for Charlie's Angels, including the preparation, safety meetings, trajectory testing, and the unforgettable moment a medic asked for her blood type in the elevator
🚗 The dangers and creativity behind stair falls, wire work, fire stunts, car hits, and other high-risk sequences
🎨 The hours of makeup, prosthetics, costumes, and preparation that can go into a stunt that might only appear on screen for a few seconds
🏴‍☠️ Favorite projects including Pirates of the Caribbean, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Planet of the Apes, The Grinch, and more
🏆 Why stunt performers deserve greater recognition in Hollywood—and the push for an Academy Award category for stunt work

Lisa gives us an incredible look at what happens behind the scenes when Hollywood asks someone to do the impossible—and the skill, preparation, trust, and teamwork required to make it look effortless.

🎥 Watch the full interview here:
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🎬 Your Homework:
Watch Lethal Weapon 4 and pay attention to the stunt work. Once you know what goes into doubling an actor, you'll start noticing the little details—the body language, movement, costume changes, and those split-second moments where the stunt team is doing the heavy lifting.

🎬 Next Up: Lethal Weapon 4 🔫💥

We're breaking down the final entry in the original Lethal Weapon series and taking a closer look at the action, comedy, chemistry, and massive stunt work that helped make it such a memorable sequel.

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel picks up the phone one more time as we dive into Scream 7, the latest entry in one of horror's most consistently entertaining franchises.

With familiar faces, new victims, brutal Ghostface attacks, and plenty of twists, Scream 7 continues the legacy of Wes Craven's iconic slasher while giving fans plenty to debate.

We dig into everything, including:

🔪 Whether Scream 7 successfully honors the franchise while carving out its own identity
📞 Ghostface's newest game of cat and mouse and how the suspense stacks up against previous entries
🩸 The creative kills, brutal set pieces, and standout horror moments
🎭 The returning cast, new characters, and performances that stole the show
🎬 Mason Gooding's continued evolution in the franchise—and a shoutout to our recent guest, stuntman Brian Neal, who doubled him during production
👀 The callbacks, Easter eggs, and franchise references longtime fans will appreciate
😱 Which twists surprised us... and which ones we saw coming
🏆 Where Scream 7 ranks among the previous Ghostface sequels and what it means for the future of the series

Whether you're a lifelong Scream fan or just love a great slasher, this episode is packed with spoiler-filled discussion, laughs, and plenty of Ghostface theories.

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/scream7

🎬 Next Up: Lethal Weapon 4 🔫💥

For it, we chatted with legendary stuntwoman Lisa Hoyle, whose incredible career includes doubling stars like Keira Knightley, Goldie Hawn, Drew Barrymore, and many more.

Lisa shares amazing behind-the-scenes stories from decades in Hollywood, including performing high-risk falls, the preparation that goes into dangerous stunt work, and what it's like helping bring some of cinema's biggest action sequences to life.

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Next week, we're slicing into Scream 7—but this week, we're joined by veteran stunt performer Brian Neal, whose journey from background actor to doubling some of Hollywood's biggest stars is nothing short of incredible.

Brian shares how a chance opportunity on set launched him into the world of stunt work, and what it takes to perform some of the most dangerous action sequences in film and television.

We get into everything, including:

🎬 How a career in modeling and Hollywood background work unexpectedly led to becoming a professional stunt performer
💥 The moment that changed everything and set him on the path to a career in stunts
🔪 Doubling Mason Gooding in Scream 7 and helping bring the latest Ghostface mayhem to life
⭐ Working as a stunt double for Jonathan Majors, Damon Wayans Jr., and other major stars
🚌 The meticulous planning behind complex stunt sequences—including rigging bus stunts and executing dangerous action safely
🏃 Performing jaw-dropping falls, including launching himself down a 30-foot hill in pursuit of the perfect shot
🎥 The preparation, training, and teamwork that go into making impossible-looking stunts appear effortless
🔥 What it's really like living life as one of Hollywood's unsung heroes behind the action

Brian gives us an incredible look behind the curtain of modern stunt work, sharing stories that highlight the skill, precision, and trust required to create the unforgettable action audiences love.

🎥 Watch the full interview here:
👉 sequelsonly.com/brianneal

🎬 Your Homework:

Watch Scream 7, now streaming on Paramount+, and keep an eye out for Brian's incredible stunt work doubling Mason Gooding. After hearing this conversation, you'll have a whole new appreciation for what goes into bringing Ghostface's world to life.

🎬 Next Up: Scream 7 🔪

We're reviewing the latest chapter in one of horror's greatest franchises. New Ghostface, new suspects, brutal kills, and plenty of twists—we'll break it all down next week.

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads from the jungle to the scorching streets of Los Angeles for Predator 2—the ambitious sequel that dared to expand the Predator universe instead of simply repeating the original.

While it lived in the shadow of Schwarzenegger's classic for years, Predator 2 has grown into one of the franchise's most beloved entries, packed with incredible world-building, memorable action, and some of the best Predator mythology in the series.

We dig into everything, including:

👽 Why moving the Predator from the jungle to downtown Los Angeles was such a bold (and brilliant) choice
🔥 Danny Glover proving he's more than capable of carrying an action movie against an alien hunter
🎭 Gary Busey's memorable performance—filmed less than two years after his horrific motorcycle accident, making his intense performance and recovery all the more remarkable
💀 The incredible practical creature effects, makeup, and Predator design that still hold up beautifully today
🔫 The expanded Predator lore, new weapons, and trophy room reveals that changed the franchise forever
🦴 The legendary Xenomorph skull Easter egg that helped launch decades of Alien vs. Predator speculation
🚇 Intense action sequences, brutal kills, Bill Paxton's unforgettable performance, and why this sequel deserves far more respect than it gets
🎬 Why nearly every Predator film released since has borrowed ideas first introduced in Predator 2

Three decades later, Predator 2 remains one of the boldest franchise sequels ever made—expanding the mythology while delivering an unforgettable blend of sci-fi, horror, and action.

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/predator2

We're joined by stuntman Brian Neal, who shares stories from his journey from gymnast to actor to stuntman. We talked about his doubling of actors like Damon Wayans Jr & Sr, Jonatham Abrams, and more. Plus his work on the upcoming Scream 7 and how he helped work on the film before production even started, cool story. Brian also discussed writing and directing short films that have won some awards. Great chat!

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Next week, we're diving into the urban jungle of Predator 2 — but this week, we're joined by New Jersey native and legendary special effects artist Mike Spatola!

Mike has had an incredible career in practical effects, makeup, and filmmaking, with credits spanning some of the most beloved genre films and TV shows ever made. From zombies and cyborgs to creatures and monsters, Mike has truly seen it all.

In this episode, we talk about:

👽 Working on Predator 2 and helping bring one of cinema's greatest monsters to life
💀 Behind-the-scenes stories from Return of the Living Dead and the magic of practical zombie effects
🤖 His experiences during the groundbreaking production of Terminator 2: Judgment Day
📺 Working on iconic television shows like Tales from the Crypt and other genre favorites
🎨 The artistry and craftsmanship behind practical effects before CGI took over Hollywood

👽 His time interacting with the legends of SFX Makeup like Rick Baker, Dick Smith, and Stan Winston
🎬 Growing up loving movies and turning that passion into an incredible career
📚 His new book and preserving stories from a fascinating era of filmmaking
📸 How photography became another creative outlet through his now Las Vegas business
🔥 Amazing stories from decades spent creating movie magic and unforgettable monsters

Mike's passion for filmmaking, practical effects, and storytelling shines throughout this conversation. Whether you're a horror fan, aspiring filmmaker, or simply love hearing behind-the-scenes stories from legendary productions, this episode is an absolute must-listen.

🎥 Watch the full interview here:
👉 sequelsonly.com/mikespatola

🔗 Check out Mike's work and purchase his book:
👉 https://mikespatola.gumroad.com/

📸 Mike's Las Vegas Photography Business:
👉 https://www.lifestyleboudoir.com/

📲 Follow Mike on Instagram:
👉 https://www.instagram.com/michaelspatola/

🎬 Your Homework:
Watch Predator 2 (available to rent online for about $4)! The sequel takes the Predator from the jungle to Los Angeles and delivers one of the most underrated action-horror sequels of the '90s.

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads to New Orleans for Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh, the sequel that expands the mythology of one of horror's most iconic urban legends.

Trading Chicago's Cabrini-Green for Mardi Gras and Southern Gothic vibes, Candyman 2 dives deeper into Daniel Robitaille's tragic past, family lineage, and the curse that continues to haunt generations.

We dig into everything, including:

🍬 Why moving the story to New Orleans gives the sequel a completely different atmosphere
🪝 Tony Todd once again proving why Candyman remains one of horror's greatest villains
🎭 The expansion of Candyman's backstory and family connections
🎺 Mardi Gras, Southern Gothic horror, and the eerie setting that helps separate this sequel from the original
😱 Some surprisingly effective kills and creepy imagery throughout
🧠 The movie's themes of legacy, generational trauma, and confronting the past
🔥 We attempted to figure out the rules of Candyman because it wasn't cut and dry
🎬 Where this sequel fits within the larger Candyman franchise and how it holds up today

While it may never reach the heights of the original, Farewell to the Flesh remains an ambitious sequel that swings big and delivers plenty for horror fans to discuss.

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/candyman2

🎬 Next Up: Predator 2 🔥👽

For it, we chatted with New Jersey native and legendary special effects artist Mike Spatola!

Mike's incredible career includes work on:

🧟 Return of the Living Dead
🤖 Terminator 2: Judgment Day
💀 Tales from the Crypt
👽 And countless other films and television projects.

Mike shared amazing behind-the-scenes stories from the golden age of practical effects, monster movies, and Hollywood magic.

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https://mikespatola.gumroad.com/

📸 Mike's Las Vegas Photography Business:
https://www.lifestyleboudoir.com/

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https://www.instagram.com/michaelspatola/

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with veteran actor Randy Oglesby, whose career spans decades of memorable roles across film and television. Before we dive into Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh next week, Randy shares stories from an incredible career that's taken him from cult horror to prestige television—and now into the Marvel universe.

Whether you've seen him in Godless, WandaVision, Sharp Objects, or countless other projects, Randy has quietly built one of Hollywood's most impressive character actor résumés.

We get into everything, including:

🎬 Landing his role in Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh and memories from making the horror sequel
🎭 Building a decades-long career as one of Hollywood's most recognizable character actors
🕷️ Playing Chief McNamara opposite Nicolas Cage in Spider-Noir—be sure to check him out in the series!
📺 Appearing in acclaimed series like Godless, WandaVision, Sharp Objects, For All Mankind, and more
🎥 The art of creating memorable characters, even in limited screen time
😂 Behind-the-scenes stories from decades of film and television productions
🎭 How persistence, preparation, and professionalism have kept him working in Hollywood for years
🔥 Great stories, career advice, and reflections from a true working actor

Randy brings humility, humor, and decades of incredible experiences, making this a fantastic conversation for horror fans, aspiring actors, and anyone who loves hearing how long, successful careers are built in Hollywood.

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👉 sequelsonly.com/randyoglesby

🎬 More from Randy Oglesby:
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0644750/

🎬 Next Up: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh 🍬🪝
We'll be breaking down the first Candyman sequel, discussing the mythology, the scares, and whether it lives up to the original classic.

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads back to the most cursed corner of found-footage horror with Hell House LLC: Lineage, the latest chapter in the franchise that refuses to let the Abaddon Hotel die.Expanding the mythology while delivering plenty of creepy moments, Lineage attempts to connect the past, present, and future of the Hell House universe — and gives fans plenty to debate along the way.We dig into everything, including:👻 How Lineage expands the lore of the Abaddon Hotel and the larger Hell House mythology🏚️ The franchise's continued ability to make simple haunted-house scares incredibly effective😱 The unsettling background scares and blink-and-you'll-miss-it moments that reward repeat viewings📹 Why the found-footage format still works so well for this series🧠 New mysteries, revelations, and questions about the evil surrounding the hotel🔥 The balance between fan service and pushing the story into new territory🎭 Which characters and storylines worked best for us—and which left us wanting more🎬 Where Lineage ranks among the growing Hell House LLC franchiseWhether you're a longtime fan of the series or just discovering the horrors of the Abaddon Hotel, Lineage gives us plenty to discuss, debate, and overanalyze.🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:👉 sequelsonly.com/lineage🎬 Next Up: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh 🍬🪝We're joined by actor Randy Oglesby, who shared stories from an incredible career spanning film and television.We discuss his role as Bill Festersen on Peacock's hit new series The Burbs, his work as the Chief of Police in Spider-Noir alongside Nicolas Cage, and much more from his decades in the industry.📲 Follow us everywhere: @sequelsonly🌐 Visit the site: sequelsonly.com💬 Don't forget to rate, review, and share with friends, enemies, neighbors, exes... and anyone who absolutely refuses to stay overnight at the Abaddon Hotel. 👻🏚️

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with actor, producer, writer, and filmmaker Jim Klock. Before we dive into Hell House LLC: Lineage, Jim shares his incredible journey from a career in law enforcement to building a successful life in the entertainment industry.

Jim's path to Hollywood wasn't conventional, but it's proof that passion, perseverance, and a little help from the right people can completely change your life.

We get into everything, including:

👮 His transition from law enforcement to pursuing acting and filmmaking full-time
🎬 How working off-duty at a movie theater helped fuel his love for movies and storytelling
🤝 The impact former podcast guest Jack Plotnick had on his career and helping him navigate the industry
🎥 Producing Hell House Lineage and continuing one of indie horror's most beloved franchises
🔥 The realities of independent filmmaking and wearing multiple hats behind the scenes
📝 Building projects from the ground up as an actor, writer, and producer
🦈 His new film Chum, out now, starring Jim alongside Alice Eve. "Chum" Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUdPlZgXOjE
🎭 The lessons he's learned from years in both law enforcement and entertainment
😂 Great behind-the-scenes stories, career advice, and plenty of laughs along the way

Jim brings honesty, hustle, and a true love of filmmaking to this conversation, making it a must-listen for aspiring filmmakers, horror fans, and anyone interested in unconventional journeys to Hollywood.

🎥 Link for all things Jim Klock:
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🎬 More from Jim Klock:
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1145617/

🎬 Next Up: Hell House LLC: Lineage 👻🔥
We're reviewing the latest entry in the Hell House LLC universe and breaking down all the scares, lore, and found-footage madness.

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This week on The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel, we had a change of plans. The sequel we originally wanted to cover, McBride: Semper Fi, was only available in a grainy, nearly unwatchable version, so for our 420th episode, we pivoted to something much more appropriate: Cheech & Chong's Next Movie.

And honestly? It may have been fate.

The iconic comedy duo returns for a sequel that somehow manages to be even more ridiculous, meandering, and hilarious than the original. There's no real plot, no real destination, and somehow that's exactly the point.

We dig into everything, including:

🌿 Why Cheech & Chong perfected the "hangout movie" long before it became a thing
🚐 The nonstop stream of sketches, side quests, and complete nonsense that somehow works
😂 Chong's cousin Red and one of the greatest sequel character substitutions ever
🎭 How Cheech and Chong's chemistry carries every scene, no matter how insane it gets
🔥 The movie's place in comedy history and why it still has a devoted fanbase decades later
🎬 The memorable cameos, weird encounters, and endlessly quotable moments
😆 Why the lack of a traditional plot somehow makes the movie more entertaining
💨 The perfect choice for Episode 420 and a reminder that sometimes movies just need to be fun

Whether you're a longtime fan or watching it for the first time, Cheech & Chong's Next Movie remains a unique piece of comedy history that could only have come from this legendary duo.

🎥 Watch the full, unedited video review:
👉 sequelsonly.com/cheechandchong

🎬 Next Up: Actor Jim Klock 🎭

We sit down with actor Jim Klock, who shared his incredible journey from police officer to actor and filmmaker. Jim talks about how working off-duty security at a movie theater helped fuel his passion for movies and ultimately changed the course of his life.

We also discuss his new film Chum, out now, starring Jim alongside Alice Eve.

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This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with actress and acting teacher Alyson Croft, whose career began at a young age with a memorable role in the cult sci-fi franchise Trancers.

From playing Baby McNulty in Trancers and returning in Trancers II, to dedicating her career to helping aspiring actors find their voice, Alyson shares an inspiring journey filled with creativity, passion, and a genuine love for the craft.

We get into everything, including:

⚡ Landing the role of Baby McNulty in Trancers and becoming part of a cult sci-fi classic
🎬 Returning to the franchise in Trancers II and revisiting the character years later
🎭 Growing up around acting and navigating the entertainment industry at a young age
📚 Her transition from performer to acting teacher and mentor
❤️ Why teaching actors has become one of the most rewarding parts of her career
🎥 The lessons she shares with students about confidence, preparation, and storytelling
🌟 The importance of creativity, imagination, and finding authenticity in a performance
😂 Great behind-the-scenes stories from her acting journey and life in the arts

Alyson brings warmth, insight, and an infectious enthusiasm for acting that makes this conversation a must-listen for movie fans, aspiring performers, and anyone who loves hearing about the craft behind the screen.

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👉 sequelsonly.com/alysoncroft

🎬 More from Alyson Croft:
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0188453/

🎬 Next Up: McBride: Semper Fi ⚖️🇺🇸
We’re reviewing the Hallmark mystery sequel starring John Larroquette, as attorney Mike McBride tackles another case filled with twists, turns, and made-for-TV mystery charm.

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