In this episode, we sit down with the legendary John Harrison — a creative force in horror and sci-fi — to trace his incredible journey from a love of film and music to becoming one of the most influential names in genre storytelling.
We talk about his early days collaborating with the great George A. Romero, composing unforgettable scores for Creepshow and Day of the Dead, and how that partnership helped launch his career. John takes us deep into his work as both a writer and director on Tales from the Darkside, from the TV series to the now cult-favorite Tales from the Darkside: The Movie.
We also revisit the underrated early gem Scary Tales, his contributions to Wes Craven’s Nightmare Cafe, and his time working on Tales from the Crypt — all showcasing his lasting impact on anthology horror.
The conversation takes a turn into sci-fi as John discusses his major role in bringing Frank Herbert’s Dune to the screen — both in the acclaimed early 2000s adaptation and as executive producer on the current hit franchise.
We also dive into his work on the modern Creepshow series for Shudder, the potential for more stories to come, and his exciting shift into novel writing with his recent books Destiny Gardens, Passing Through Veils, and Residue — the latter of which was adapted into a Netflix series.
John reflects on the past, shares his thoughts on the future of the genre, and offers up some truly unforgettable behind-the-scenes stories.
If you’re a horror fan, this is one conversation you don’t want to miss.
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