1: Delayed Reactions ~ Our Top 24 of '24

Open Mic Night of the Living Dead

Welcome to a special preview episode of Open Mic Night of the Living Dead, where your hosts Rachel and John, a horror-loving married couple, dive deep into the films that made 2024 unforgettable. In this countdown extravaganza, they each reveal their top 12 horror movies watched together this year - bringing you a combined, spoiler-lite Top 24 of 2024. But don’t expect your standard “best of the year” list: any film they experienced as a duo in the past year was fair game, whether it's a brand-new release or a buried classic enjoying a revival.

Along the way, you’ll get a taste of their usual banter, as they dissect what makes certain movies linger long after the credits roll, whether it's a surprising plot twist, an unforgettable atmosphere, or “can’t sleep after watching” vibes. Rachel and John also give shoutouts to their honorable mentions, champion under-the-radar gems, and dish on the challenges of ranking favorites in a year packed with scary good watches.

And because Open Mic Night of the Living Dead is all about creativity, they challenge each other to write and perform brand new, rapid-fire original songs inspired by their top picks, giving listeners a taste of the unique musical twist that makes this show a must-listen for horror fans everywhere.

So settle in for a fun, fear-filled countdown, get some recommendations for your next movie night, and find out just how passionate two horror geeks can get about everything from classic slashers to this year’s most buzzed-about indie creepfests.