Episode 495 · 35 min · Wheel of Horror

496 - Abigail (2024)

Published Mar 23, 2026by Alec LawlessHorror

One candle for every story

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Story 495 of 535. 494 told, 40 still waiting.

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Today we sink our teeth into Abigail, the stylish and blood-soaked thriller that flips the kidnapping & Vampire genre on its head. What starts as a seemingly straightforward heist quickly spirals into chaos when a group of criminals realizes their young hostage is anything but ordinary.We break down the film’s wild tonal shifts, from dark humor to full-on horror, and explore how it balances tension, gore, and unexpected emotional beats. Along the way, we discuss standout performances, clever twists, and the movie’s fresh take on vampire lore.Is Abigail just a fun genre romp, or does it have something deeper lurking beneath the surface? Tune in as we unpack the chaos, the carnage, and the surprisingly sharp storytelling behind one of the most entertaining horror releases in recent memory. TikTok: YouTube: Apple Podcast: Spotify: Instagram: Twitter/X:

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