Episode 272 · 86 min · America's Hometown Horror

Backrooms, Widow's Bay, Cape Fear & One Degree of Fan Fiction

Published Jul 1, 2026by America's Hometown HorrorHorror

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What if your favorite non-horror movies were actually secret sequels to the scariest films ever made? This week, Mike, Kat, Andrew, and Matt test that theory as they delve into fan fiction for the first time, connecting a classic horror movie to another film sharing the same actor. For instance: imagine Jack Torrance didn’t actually freeze to death in the hedge maze; instead, the Overlook preserved him but shattered his mind. He escaped, took the name "Melvin Udall," and moved to a cramped NYC apartment to write romance novels. And there you have it— As Good As It Gets is officially the sequel to The Shining . You get the idea... or maybe you don't, but it was a wild discussion regardless. You’ll want to hear this one. Plus, Mike & Andrew discuss BACKROOMS (spoiler-free), the horror-comedy sensation WIDOW'S BAY and the CAPE FEAR remake series. Become a supporter of this podcast: . Support the Show: FANGORIA: We are a proud affiliate of Fangoria! Visit the Fangoria Shop and use code HOMETOWNHORRORPOD for an exclusive 20% discount on mags and merch. HORROR FACTS: Check out more in-depth reviews and horror news at HorrorFacts.com . SUPPORT US: Love the show? Become a supporter on Spreaker to help us keep the lights on. All Music, Sound Editing & Audio Production by Shaun O’Loughlin of Sky Wheel Media.

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