Episode 258 · 117 min · America's Hometown Horror

Scary Because It's True: On The Exorcist, The Sacrament, Fire in the Sky & The Mothman Prophecies

Published Oct 1, 2025by America's Hometown HorrorHorror

One candle for every story

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  23. 23 - being told, candle burning
  24. 24 - still to tell, candle lit

Story 258 of 279. 257 told, 21 still waiting.

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Whether "based on a true story," "inspired by," or "based on" true events, horror filmmakers have been looking for real-life inspiration as long as movies have been made. And while these labels don't guarantee a quality movie, they usually have a really scary story behind them. Tonight, join Mike, Kat, Andrew and Matt as they delve into the true stories behind The Exorcist, Ti West's The Sacrament, Fire in the Sky & The Mothman Prophecies. What's your favorite horror movie based on a true story? Also discussed: - WEAPONS - INCIDENTS AROUND THE HOUSE by JOSH MALERMAN - DANGEROUS ANIMALS - SCARY MOVIE 6 - BARRETT'S HAUNTED MANSION Tune in and kick off SPOOKY SZN with us! - We're now an affiliate of Fangoria! Visit Fangoria's Shop & use code HOMETOWNHORRORPOD for an exclusive 20% discount! - A reminder that we're now a part of Horror Facts Magazine ! - All Music, Sound Editing & Audio Production by Shaun O'Loughlin of Sky Wheel Media #scarybecauseitstrue #horrormovies #truehorror #theexorcist #thesacrament #fireinthesky #themothmanprophecies #mothman #weapons #zachcregger #incidentsaroundthehouse #othermommy #joshmalerman #dangerousanimals #shudder #scarymovie6 #barrettshauntedmansion #bhmansion #horrorpodcast #horrorfactsdotcom #fangoria #fango #ahhpod #americashometownhorror #plymouthma 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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