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Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Shocker (1989)Serial killer Horus Pinker has been put to death for his crimes and now he is really mad. Bent on revenge, Pinker cheats death to seek revenge on his only living family member, his son, in Shocker (1989). Trish and Jason will electrify you as they rethink and remake this Wes Craven, cult classic, horror, comedy and shock you with their unique fantasy casting. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, i...
2025-08-191h 16
Invasion of the RemakeEp.450 Invading the Calgary Expo 2025 Part 1Invasion of the Remake invades the Calgary Expo and speaks with comic creators Nat Jones about Black Ritual: Book of Nyx and Spawn, Sho Uehara on wordless storytelling, Don Nguyen creates art, Mark Russell embracing character driven storytelling, Dan Parent talks Archie and beyond, Jim Zub by Crom!, Jason Aaron on Bug Wars, Absolute Superman and more, and Dan Slott about moving from Spider-man to Superman. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon...
2025-05-271h 34
Invasion of the RemakeCult Movie Trailer A-Go-Go 7: What's in the Box?Welcome back to the drive-in and the seventh instalment of Cult Movie Trailer A-Go-Go. We've left a gift for you in a box. Do you dare open it and experience the best and worst exploitation cinema has to offer? You might find some blood thirsty horror among our offerings, maybe some off-beat comedy, perhaps some sand and sword-swing fantasy, but beware the animals might attack you if you are not careful, and the slashers near the high school might be the last thing you ever see. Prepare for an evening of adventure, laughter and terror as only the Invasion...
2024-12-311h 01
Invasion of the Remake31 Days of Horror Challenge 2024 Part 2Invasion of the Remake presents part 2 of our 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2024 in which we watched 31 horror movies in the 31 days of October that we have never seen before. This week we will share the second half to Jason and Trish's horror movie marathon which features more vampires, zombies, and psychotic slashers than you can wave a machete at. Jason's List Sting (2024, USA, Australia) Night Shift (2023, USA) We're All Going to the World's Fair (2021, USA) Bloodsucking Bosses (2015, aka Bloodsucking Bastards, USA) Stopmotion (2023, UK) The Wailing (2016, South Korea) The Curse of the Cat People (1944, USA) Resident Evil...
2024-11-192h 02
Invasion of the Remake31 Days of Horror 2024 Challenge Part 1It is back! Another October is behind us and another 31 Days of Horror where we watched 31 horror movies over the 31 days of October that we have never seen before. This week we present part one of our two part special where Trish and Jason tell you about everything they watched in October, the good and the bad. Jason's List Abigail (2024, USA, Ireland, Canada) In a Violent Nature (2024, Canada) Caveat (2020, UK) Oddity (2024, Ireland) Salem's Lot (2024, USA) Arcadian (2024, USA, Ireland, Canada) Destroy All Neighbors (2024, USA) Cobweb (2023, USA, Bulgaria) There's Something in the Barn (2023, Norway, Finland, France, USA) Under...
2024-11-052h 34
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Clue (1985)This week Invasion of the Remake gets a Clue (1985) as we take on the cult, crime, comedy movie based on the classic mystery board game of the same name. Is it Trish in the billiard room with a knife or Jason in the conservatory with a wrench? Join the Invaders as they try to remake Clue! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers...
2024-08-131h 18
Invasion of the RemakeCash Truck (2004, aka La Convoyeur) Vs. Wrath of Man (2021)After the death of his son, a grieving father infiltrates an armoured car transport company to seek revenge on the people responsible in Cash Truck (2004, aka La Convoyeur) and Wrath of Man (2021). Join Invasion of the Remake as we discover how far one man will go in search of justice when we talk discuss the french thriller Cash Truck and Guy Ritchie's remake Wrath of Man starring Jason Statham. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In R...
2024-07-301h 20
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2023 Part 2This October the Invasion of the Remake crew took up the challenge once again to watch 31 horror movies over 31 days of October that they have never seen before. In part two we will break down everything we saw for the last 15 days of October. Invasion of the Remake brings the gore in part two of 31 Days of Horror for 2023! Jason's Picks: The Wrath of Becky (2023, US) The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023, US, UK, Malta, Italy, Germany) Dark Harvest (2023, US) Fear Street: Parth Three - 1666 (2021, US) Let's Scare Jessica to Death (1971, US) The Selling (2011, US) Sleepaway...
2023-11-212h 27
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2023 Part 1This October the Invasion of the Remake crew took up the challenge once again to watch 31 horror movies over 31 days of October that they have never seen before. In part one we will break down everything we saw for the first 16 days of October. Things are going to get bloody on our annual 31 Days of Horror Special! Jason Picks: No One Will Save You (2023,US) Bad Match (2017,US) The Boogey Man (1980,US) The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster (2023,US) Renfield (2023,US) Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023,UK) Before I Wake (2016,US) That's a Wrap (2023...
2023-11-142h 28
Invasion of the RemakeFriday the 13th (1980 vs 2009)A long time ago a boy named Jason drowns at Camp Crystal Lake which inspires a series of murders when the camp reopens, beginning a legacy born in blood. This week IOTR goes to camp with Friday the 13th (1980 vs 2009) exploring the sensitive story about a mother, her son, and his machete. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, s...
2023-10-101h 40
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Flight of the Navigator (1986)A boy from 1978 travels 8 years into the future and has an adventure with a wisecracking, alien ship which tries to help the boy get back to his own time in Flight of the Navigator (1986). Invasion of the Remake discuss this childhood classic and re-engineer it into the remake they would like to see, complete with fantasy casting. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast...
2023-08-221h 19
Invasion of the RemakeAlice in Wonderland (1951 vs. 2010)Why is a raven like a writing desk? Lewis Caroll never intended the riddle to be answered. Alice in Wonderland is wonderful nonsense brought to the silver screen by Walt Disney in 1951 in a beautifully animated classic that we all still associate with the story. Tim Burton brings his own visual flair in his 2010 version that serves as both a remake and sequel to the original film and novel. Fall down the rabbit hole with us as we have a tea party and talk about Alice in Wonderland! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends...
2023-08-151h 44
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Hawk the Slayer (1980)With the help of his companions, a dwarf, an elf, a sorceress, and a giant, Hawk must save a nun who has been taken hostage by his evil brother, Voltan. It is swords and sorcery this week on Invasion of the Remake as we rethink, recast, and remake the British fantasy film Hawk the Slayer (1980). Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread t...
2023-08-081h 20
Invasion of the RemakeInvasion of the Remake on Strike!This week Invasion of the Remake breaks down the ongoing WGA & SAG-AFTRA strikes. We examine why they are on strike, what the unions are asking for, and what it might mean for the future of film and television. Audio clips from Youtube feature Adam Conover, Vin Diesel, Bob Iger, Sean Gunn, and Ron Pearlman. Note: There is a glitch that affects the audio at the 8:00 minute mark that last roughly 3:30 minutes to the 11:30 mark before returning to normal. Everything is audible but the quality for those three and half minutes is poor (by our standards). W...
2023-08-011h 27
Invasion of the RemakeChildren of the Corn (1984 vs 2009 vs 2020)The children of a small town form a cult and kill everyone over the age of 18 in honour of an entity known as He Who Walks Behind The Rows in Stephen King's Children of the Corn (1984 vs 2009 vs 2020). Join us as we traumatize Trish with 3 creepy kids movies on this week's Invasion of the Remake. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread...
2023-07-251h 26
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking God Told Me To (1976, aka Demon)A cop is drawn into an investigation of what seems to be unrelated, unpremeditated murders, but when each suspect is questioned, they all respond with "God told me to", leading him to a much bigger mystery in Larry Cohen's God Told Me To (1976, aka Demon). This week we explore God Told Me To and it's complex themes of faith and the horrors done in the name of a higher power, all wrapped up in a cop, thriller, sci-fi, horror flick like no other. Join us as we remake God Told Me To! Support independent podcasts like ours...
2023-07-181h 21
Invasion of the RemakeThe Arena (1974 vs 2001, aka Naked Warriors)In a time of gladiators in ancient Rome, a group of female slaves become gladiatrices and form an alliance to lead others into rebellion in The Arena (1974 vs 2001). Join IOTR as we compare two Roger Corman produced exploitation gladiator films and weave a tale of lost opportunities and cinematic crime cover-ups. All will be revealed in this week's episode. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the b...
2023-07-111h 12
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Voyage of the Rock Aliens (1984)Dee Dee must choose a life with her gang leader boyfriend or a life among the stars in this musical, sci-fi, comedy that includes aliens, a chainsaw wielding slasher, and a mutant tentacle monster that threatens to destroy the town of Spielberg in Voyage of the Rock Aliens (1984). This is the kind of weird that can only come from a fan challenge and I.O.T.R. is up to the task. Join us as we remake a forgotten 80's gem, Voyage of the Rock Aliens! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family...
2023-07-041h 35
Invasion of the RemakeVanishing Point (1971 vs. 1997)Kowalski delivers cars at a break neck pace, attracting the attention of the police across state lines in a white Dodge Challenger in the surreal, existentialist car chase film Vanishing Point (1971 vs. 1997). Join Invasion of the Remake on the open road as we compare the original film to the television remake and discover what is the Vanishing Point! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best...
2023-06-271h 24
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Rabid Grannies (1988)Two elderly twin Aunts get possessed by demons during a family gathering to celebrate their birthdays, only to begin eating their greedy heirs. Jason let's the lunatics run the asylum with Trish's birthday pick Rabid Grannies (1988). Join us as we try to remake this insane Troma film complete with our own fantasy casting! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! L...
2023-06-201h 15
Invasion of the RemakeShe's All That (1999) Vs. He's All That (2021)It's time for the Prom and the most popular kid in school is going to take the least popular and make them Prom King or Queen in She's All That (1999) vs He's All That (2022). Which film is going to win this prom night dance off and which movie will get deleted from your Netflix cue? It's the battle of the teen romantic comedies on this week's Invasion of the Remake! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune...
2023-06-131h 29
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking The Stunt Man (1980)A man on the run from the law takes refuge on a movie set as a stunt man, but will the director make the next stunt his last? This week Jason and Sam gush over the Peter O'Toole classic The Stunt Man (1980) and attempt to give it a fresh coat of paint and revive it for a new generation of film lovers. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio...
2023-06-061h 16
Invasion of the RemakeSlumber Party Massacre (1982 vs 2021)IOTR returns to the slumber party for a rare opportunity to compare Slumber Party Massacre (1982) to the 2021 remake, but our loyal Invaders might remember we also did a fantasy remake in episode 174. Did the remake take our advice or will it be slaughtered by the Driller Killer? Find out in this weeks episode! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love...
2023-05-301h 07
Invasion of the RemakeThe Doll Squad (1973)A squad of beautiful government agents try to stop evil saboteurs and terrorists before they can unleash a devastating plan to unleash a deadly plague on the citizens of the world in The Doll Squad (1973). IOTR investigates sexy super spies of the 1970s with a movie that inspired Charlie's Angels. Join us as we recast this spysploitation flick and remake The Doll Squad for a whole new generation. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio...
2023-05-231h 18
Invasion of the RemakeThe Paleface (1948) vs The Shakiest Gun in the West (1968)Not everyone is cut out to be a cowboy. Bob Hope heads west only to get abruptly married and pulled into a mission to stop a gun smuggling operation in The Paleface (1948). Don Knotts' nervous disposition in The Shakiest Gun in the West (1968) makes him even less suited to be in the wild west. Join IOTR as we discuss these two classic parody western films and see who is the shakiest gun in the west! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, G...
2023-05-161h 19
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Batman & Robin (1997)Invasion of the Remake goes to the Calgary Expo to remake the most infamous Batman film of them all, Batman & Robin (1997) with a live audience. This film is loaded with great comic book characters like Mr. Freeze, Posion Ivy, Bane and Batgirl. It is full of potential it fails to deliver on. Join IOTR and our Calgary Expo audience as we remake & recast Batman & Robin. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, A...
2023-05-091h 24
Invasion of the RemakeFirestarter (1984 vs 2022)The Shop is looking to reclaim their experiments in Vicky, a telekinetic, and Andy, a telepath, and lay claim to their very powerful pyrokinetic daughter, Charlie in Firestarter. IOTR lights a fire on the Stephen King classic 1984 film starring Drew Barrymore and the 2022 remake. Which will survive and which will burn on this weeks Invasion of the Remake? Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best...
2023-05-021h 09
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Loose Cannons (1990)A cop who doesn't play by the book, his partner has multiple personality disorder, and powerful criminals who are looking for Hitler's porn tape. Just another week on Invasion of the Remake. Join IOTR as we remake the action, comedy Loose Cannons (1990) starring Gene Hackman, Dan Aykroyd, and Dom DeLuise along with our own unique fantasy casting. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast p...
2023-04-251h 24
Invasion of the RemakeSatan's School for Girls (1973 vs 2000)Beth investigates her sister's apparent suicide and poses as a student at an all girls private school where she finds herself battling a Satanic cult. IOTR delves into television as we explore one of ABC's most popular movies of the week of the 1970's, Satan's School for Girls, and the Shannen Doherty TV remake. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the l...
2023-04-181h 13
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Never to Young to Die (1986)A psychopathic, hermaphroditic, gang leader, Velvet Von Ragnar (Gene Simmons), threatens a devious terrorist attack and has already killed the super spy sent to stop him. Lance Stargrove (John Stamos) must team with his father's sexy partner Danja Deering (Vanity) to stop Ragnar before it is to late in Never to Young to Die (1986)! Join IOTR as we talk about this insane movie and remake it with our own unique fantasy casting! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher...
2023-04-111h 28
Invasion of the RemakeSpotlight on Alan Smithee (a totally real person)This week Invasion of the Remake spotlights one of the most prolific film makers of any generation, writer, director, cinematographer, actor, producer, and living legend, Alan Smithee! The Invaders watched several of Smithee's films and review them along with a look at the highs and lows of the life and times of Alan Smithee. Films featured on this weeks episode: Student Bodies (1981), Hellraiser: Bloodline (1996), A River Made to Drown In (1997), Morgan Stewart's Coming Home (1987), Appointment With Fear (1985), Stitches (1985), Gypsy Angels (1990), The Shrimp on the Barbie (1990), Maniac Cop 3: Badge of Silence (1992), House 3: The Horror Show (1989), Death of a...
2023-04-041h 22
Invasion of the RemakeJourney Into Fear (194 Vs. 1975)Howard Graham has been targeted for death, to escape the assassins he has be put on a boat to travel home, but the very assassins he is trying to escape are on the boat with him. This week IOTR compares the film-noir classic Journey Into Fear (1943) starring Orson Welles to the 1975 remake featuring Vincent Price and Donald Pleasence. Don't miss Invasion of the Remake's Journey Into Fear! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, A...
2023-03-281h 17
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Jake Speed (1986)When Margaret's sister is kidnapped she turns to Jake Speed (1986) to rescue her, but is he just a clever con man or a real life pulp hero? Invasion of the Remake comes to the rescue as we explore this obscure action, adventure film and remake it with our own unique fantasy casting. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, s...
2023-03-211h 13
Invasion of the RemakeValley Girl (1983 Vs. 2020)Julie, a girl from the valley, meets Randy, a punk from the city. They are from different worlds and find love. Somehow they need to stay together in spite of her trendy, shallow friends. Join IOTR are we time travel into the 80s to compare the original Valley Girl (1983), starring Nicolas Cage, to the 2020 musical remake. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers...
2023-03-141h 22
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking The Reptile (1966)A series of small town deaths, confused as plague, draws an unwitting couple into the mystery of The Reptile (1966). Join Invasion of the Remake podcast for another fan challenge to recreate this forgotten Hammer Horror creature feature complete with our own unique fantasy casting! You don't want to miss this one! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, share...
2023-03-071h 22
Invasion of the RemakeTerror Train (1980 Vs. 2022)A prank gone wrong begins a revenge spree of death on the Terror Train (1980 vs 2022). Invasion of the Remake plays a game of misdirection and illusion as we explore the Jamie Lee Curtis horror classic Terror Train and compare it to the 2022 remake. Bonus reviews of Terror Train 2 (2022) and Train (2008) all on this week's episode. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread t...
2023-02-281h 22
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Millennium (1989)All is not what it seems with the crash of Flight 35, and Invasion of the Remake will help you solve this 1000 year mystery as we explore and remake the science fiction classic Millennium (1989) starring Chris Kristofferson and Cheryl Ladd for a new generation. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, share and subscribe! You can also help o...
2023-02-211h 13
Invasion of the RemakeThe Lady in the Car with Glasses and a Gun (1970 Vs. 2015)It's time to hit the highway for a murder mystery that will bend your sense of reality with The Lady in the Car with Glasses and a Gun (1970 vs. 2015). Join Invasion of the Remake as we compare the original film starring Samantha Eggar to the French remake starring Freya Mavor in a road trip that will blow your mind! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon Music, Audible, Libsyn, iHeartRadio and all the...
2023-02-141h 14
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Capricorn One (1977)"Would you be shocked to find out the greatest moment in human history may not have happened at all?" Invasion of the Remake investigates the first manned flight to Mars in Peter Hyams' Capricorn One (1977). All is not well as corporate greed puts the mission and the entire space program at risk and an unthinkable plan is hatched to save the program from being scrapped entirely. Political machinations, conspiracy theories, and dreams of exploring the unknown are all challenged in this thriller whose themes are more relevant today than ever before. Join us as we remake Capricorn...
2023-02-071h 33
Invasion of the RemakeHeathers (1988) Vs. Heathers: The Musical (2022)Teen angst comes with a body count in the black comedy, Heathers (1988). Veronica is trying to find her place in the world and finds herself among the mean girls clique called The Heathers. But when bad boy J.D. comes into her life things get a whole lot worse. Join Invasion of the Remake as we compare the cult classic Heathers to the 2022 musical hit remake! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser, Amazon...
2023-01-311h 18
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2022 part 2This week Invasion of the Remake presents part 2 of the late, but great 31 Days of Horror 2022 challenge, in which the hosts watched 31 horror films that they have never seen before over the 31 days of October (yeah, we know it's January now, things happen). In part 2 we present Jason, Sam and Trish's final 15 films from October including their personal ratings on each film. Trish's Picks: Black Phone (2022, US) Pearl (2022, US/Canada/New Zealand) Hell Hole (2022, Poland) The Perfection (2019, US/Canada) Orphan: First Kill (2022, US/Canada) The Mansion (2017, France/Belgium) Nightbooks (2019, US) Cadaver (2020, Norway) The Cat & the Canary (1978...
2023-01-242h 04
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2022 Part 1It's back, it's late, but it is worth the wait. The 31 Days of Horror Challenge returns as our intrepid IOTR hosts watched 31 horror movies over 31 days of October that they have never seen before. We present to you the first 16 films from each host in the long awaited part 1 of 31 Days of Horror! Sam's Picks: The Demented (2013, US) Bodies, Bodies, Bodies (2022, US) Schramm (1993, Germany) Random Acts of Violence (2020, US/Canada) Hollyblood (2022, Spain) Cadaver (2020, Norway) Monster Party (2018, US) Marla (2018, US) Hunting Humans (2002, US) The Voices (2014, US) Demonic (2021, US/Canada) Choose or Die (2022, UK) Death of Me (2020, US...
2023-01-172h 09
Invasion of the RemakeCult Movie Trailer A-Go-Go 5: The Final ChapterThe IOTR Drive-In Theatre is now open for one last showing before they bulldoze this place into a mega-mall. We got oddball musicals beyond your imagination, nature run amuck, sleazy, sci-fi, comedies sure to titillate, horror to make you laugh, horror to make you scream, and a whole lot more! Don't forget to visit our refreshment stand during intermission. We're so glad you came to visit the IOTR Drive-In Theatre. Drive safe. 00:00:00 Psycho A Go-Go (1965) 00:03:10 Ratings Explained 00:03:50 You Can't Beat A Good Film 70s bumper 00:04:10 Stunt Rock (1978) 00:06:33 Rockula (1990) 00:08:22 The Apple (1980) 00:11:06 Nudist Colony of the Dead (1991) 00:14:45 Ads/intermission 00:16:21 Rats...
2023-01-101h 16
Invasion of the RemakeReel Feels' 150 Days of HorrorWhile you patiently wait for our 31 Days of Horror extravaganza, Drew from the Reel Feels Podcast had to out do us by watching a staggering 150 days straight of horror. That is a tour bus of horror. So Invader Sam decided to sit down with Drew and pick his blood soaked brain about his journey of 150 Days of Horror. Follow Reel Feels Podcast on Twitter: @ReelFeelsPod Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, PodChaser...
2022-12-1349 min
Invasion of the RemakeInvading Review It Yourself Podcast with Sam from IOTR - Defending Hudson HawkFollowing up from last week, Invasion of the Remake is again put to the task of defending Hudson Hawk, this time on Review it Yourself Podcast. Originally aired on the July 1st, 2022 episode of Review it Yourself "Defend it Yourself 3 - Hudson Hawk". "Sam from Invasion of the Remake podcast joins Sean to defend the much-misunderstood Bruce Willis film, Hudson Hawk (1991). -Why does the film get so much stick? -Sean compares the reception this film received with the reception which Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street received. -Did Bruce Wil...
2022-12-0640 min
Invasion of the RemakeFlicks Xrayed with guests Invasion of the Remake - Hudson Hawk (1991)It's another special "Invader J is moving" episode! The Invaders are sometimes blessed with being guests on other podcasts. This week we present the now classic episode 41 of season 3 of Flicks Xrayed featuring IOTR as we talk about Hudson Hawk! "Tony is joined by guests from The Invasion of the Remake Podcast, Invader "Coffee Crisp" Jason and Invader "Twix" Sam. This week we play IMDB Synopsis of Bruce Willis Movies, The Price is Right and The Flicks Awesome Lodge Word Game for the coveted princess crown. So tune in as we discuss at length about Bruce Willis...
2022-11-291h 28
Invasion of the RemakeInvading Horror Con 2022: Michael McAdam, Kon Lavery, Prankzter Custom Art, and More Joe Bob!This week marks the end of our trip to Calgary Horror Con 2022 with a mix of fun from the convention floor. We begin by catching up with writer Michael McAdam to talk about his newest comic books and his first novel, Kon Lavery talks about his new novels including a Canadian slasher novel sure to please horror fans, Jason stops by the Prankzter booth, buys a mask, and creates a back story to go with it, more Joe Bob Briggs live from the Calgary Underground Film Festival, and Trish gets a tarot reading on this weeks Invasion of the...
2022-11-221h 23
Invasion of the RemakeInvading Horror Con 2022: Corrine Ferguson & David Bond on NYX PanelThis week IOTR returns to Calgary Horror Con to present the NYX TV panel with producers Corrine Ferguson (Extremity, 2018) and David Bond (Antrum: The Deadliest Film Ever Made, 2018). NYX is a Canadian (available now in the UK!) television channel giving viewers a curated genre movie experience. A prime-time lineup allows the viewer to reconnect with some of your favourite films or discover a film that you've never seen before. Get the inside scoop on NYX TV on this weeks episode! Learn more about NYX TV here: https://www.nyxcorporation.com/ NYX TV on Twitter: @nyxtelevision
2022-11-151h 16
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2021 Part TwoWelcome to part two of Invasion of the Remake's annual horror movie challenge in which each host watched 31 movies over the 31 days of October which we have never seen before. Which ones will make you jump in terror and which ones will make your eyes bleed? We'll spill our guts on the good and bad in our conclusion to 31 Days of Horror! Sam's List: 17. Borgman (2013, Netherlands), 18. Idila aka Idyll aka Killbillies (2015, Slovenia), 19. Horsehead (2014, France), 20. The Wolf House (2018, Chile), 21. Treehouse (2014, US/UK), 22. Sensoria (2015, Sweden), 23. Jug Face (2013, US), 24. Let's Scare Julie (2019, US) , 25, Werewolf (2015, Poland, Netherlands, German), 26. The...
2021-11-232h 16
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2021Welcome to part one of Invasion of the Remake's annual horror movie challenge in which each host watched 31 movies over the 31 days of October which we have never seen before. Which ones will make you jump in terror and which ones will make your eyes bleed? We'll spill our guts on the good and bad of 31 Days of Horror! Sam's List: 1. Open 24 Hours (2018, Canada), 2. The Monster Project (2017, US), 3. Bunnyman Massacre (2014, US), 4. I Am Lisa (2020, US), 5. The Man in the Orange Jacket (2014, Latvia), 6. Brackenmore (2016, Ireland), 7. Look Away (2018, Canada/US), 8. The Body Tree (2017, US/Russia/Spain), 9. The...
2021-11-162h 19
Invasion of the RemakeHeat (1986) Vs. Wild Card (2015)He's the only "licensed chaperone" in Las Vegas and the toughest guy in a city he hates. He's looking for a way out but first must help a friend get revenge on the gangster who brutally beat her, while facing his own demons that are keeping him in Las Vegas. This week IOTR hits the blackjack table to discover the forgotten Burt Reynolds action, drama Heat (1986) and compare it to the Jason Statham remake Wild Card (2015). You'll hit 21 every time you tune into Invasion of the Remake! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your...
2021-08-171h 42
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2020 Part 431 Days of Horror concludes with week 4 of the Invaders journey in which they watched 31 horror movies that they have never seen before, one for each day of the month of October. The finish line is in site. Can they cross the finish line before bleeding out? Trish's Picks: 25. The Haunted Casino (2007), 26. High Moon (2019), 27. Strange Events (2014), 28. Weird Fiction (2018), 29. Bad Hair (2020), 30. Crawl (2019), 31. Dead (2020) Sam's Picks: 25. Hotel de Sade (2013), 26. She's Allergic to Cats (2016), 27. Luciferina (2018), 28. Skin Creepers (2017), 29. Yoga Hakwon (2009), 30. Strawberry Flavored Plastic (2019), 31. Open Grave (2013) Jason's Picks: 25. The Hallow (2015), 26. Uncle Peckerhead (2020), 27. Sea Fever (2019), 28. The Mortuary Collection (2019), 29. The Wolf...
2020-12-012h 06
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2020 Part 331 Days of Horror continues this week featuring week 3 of the Invaders journey in which they watched 31 horror movies that they have never seen before, one for each day of the month of October. The psychosis is starting to set in, and out of the wreckage come the good and bad of 31 Days of Horror. Jeff Omega's Picks: 17. The Mortuary Collection (2019) 18. Torture Garden (1967) 19. Eight Legged Freaks (2002) 20. The Wizard of Gore (1970) 21. House of the Damned (1963) 22. Ghosts on the Loose (1943) 23. High Tension (2003) 24. Another Evil (2016) Trish's Picks: 17. Ouija House (2018) 18. Exeter (2015) 19. Boulet Brothers Dragula: Resurrection (2020) 20. Euthanizer (2017) 21. Uncaged (2016) 22. Psychopaths (2017) 23. The Cleansing...
2020-11-241h 42
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2020 Part 231 Days of Horror returns in this bonus episode featuring week 2 of the Invaders journey in which they watched 31 horror movies that they have never seen before, one for each day of the month of October. How will they fair? Tune in to find out. Jason's Picks: 9. The Last Horror Movie (2003), 10. Tremors: A Cold Day in Hell (2018), 11. The Babysitter: Killer Queen (2020), 12. Berberian Sound Studio (2012), 13. Monstrum (2018), 14. Mayhem (2017), 15. Underwater (2020), 16. Horror Island (1941) Jeff Omega's Picks: 9. The Devil Commands (1941), 10. Return of Dracula (1958), 11. The Vampire (1957), 12. Deathmaster (1972), 13. WHUF Halloween Special (2013), 14. Scare Me (2020), 15. The Most Dangerous Game (1932), 16. Manhunter (1986) Trish's Picks: 9. Night...
2020-11-171h 22
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2020 Part 1It's back! Invasion of the Remake brings back the 31 Days of Horror Challenge in which our hosts watch a horror movie each day for the month of October that they have never seen before. In part 1 we tackle the first week of eight films for each host with their summary and ratings for each film. Hidden inside are some hidden gems and a few lumps of coal. Sam's Picks: 1. Bit (2020), 2. Blue My Mind (2017), 3. High Moon (2019), 4. Prodigy (2017), 5. Walk Away (2020), 6. Let's Not Meet (2018), 7. The Odds (2018), 8. Paganini Horror (1988) Jason's Picks: 1. The Void (2106), 2. After Midnight (2019), 3. House of Horrors (1946), 4. Get...
2020-11-101h 32
Invasion of the RemakeNight of the Demons (1988 vs 2009)Angela is having a party, Jason and Freddy are to scared to come, but you will have one hell of a time. You are invited to wildest Halloween party ever. There will be music, booze, girls, and the only cover charge is your eternal soul. Welcome to Night of the Demons (1988 vs 2009). Invasion of the Remake continues to bring you all the horror this October as this week we compare these demonic infestations known as the Night of the Demons. Do you have what it takes to party with us? Support independent podcasts l...
2020-10-201h 16
Invasion of the RemakeDeath Race 2000 (1975) Vs. Death Race (2008)Invasion of the Remake is off to the races this week as we talk about Roger Corman's classic grindhouse movie Death Race 2000 (1975) starring David Carradine & Sylvester Stallone. Corman's deadly blood sport would be remade as Death Race (2008) by director Paul W.S. Anderson, starring Jason Statham, Joan Allen, Tyrese Gibson and Ian McShane. Join us on the open road where pedestrians are worth points and everyone is fair game in the wildest race ever created, Death Race! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like A...
2020-06-301h 25
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror 2019 Challenge Part 2During the month of October our hosts were challenged to watch 31 horror movies that they have never seen before over 31 days. Welcome to part two of 31 Days of Horror where the Invaders talk about the last 15 of each of their 31 Days of Horror lists. Which ones will be added to the list of horror greats and which will be buried alive? Find out on our 31 Days of Horror special part 2. Jason: The Love Witch, (2016, USA), Santo & Blue Demon Vs. Dracula & the Wolfman (1973, Mexico), The Tunnel (2011, Austalia), Little Monsters (2019, USA,UK, Australia), Th...
2019-11-121h 51
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror 2019 Challenge Part 1During the month of October our hosts were challenged to watch 31 horror movies that they have never seen before over 31 days. Welcome to part one of 31 Days of Horror where the Invaders talk about the first 16 of each of their 31 Days of Horror lists. Which ones will be added to the list of horror greats and which will be condemned back to the hell that spawned them? Find out on our 31 Days of Horror special part 1. Jason: Satanic Panic (2019), Brightburn (2019), Tokyo Gore Police (2008), In The Tall Grass (2019), Annabelle Comes Home (2019), The Canal (2014), Nightmare Cinema (2018), Overlord (2018), The Banana Splits Movie (2019), The Se...
2019-11-052h 12
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Flesh+Blood (1985)Enter the gritty medieval world of Flesh+Blood (1985) where a young girl from a noble family becomes obsessed with her mercenary captors. Flesh+Blood isn't a romanticized version of medieval times but a dark, violent depiction of the era complete with weaponized plague from director Paul Verhoeven starring Rutger Hauer, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Tom Burlinson. Join Invasion of the Remake as we discuss Flesh+Blood and try to come up with some new ideas for what a remake might look like. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like A...
2019-08-201h 35
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Prince of Darkness (1987)We're celebrating 200 episodes by remaking a film CHOSEN BY YOU THE FANS! This week is the cult horror classic John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness (1987). Science & faith clash as the ultimate evil possesses people to help it cross over into our realm. Only stars Donald Pleasence, Lisa Blount, Jameson Parker, Victor Wong, Dennis Dunn, Susan Blanchard, Anne Marie Howard, Ann Yen, Peter Jason and Dirk Blocker can stop it. Oh, did we mention Alice Cooper?! He's in here too. Join Invasion of the Remake as we discuss Prince of Darkness and workshop some new ideas as to what a remake might...
2019-08-061h 53
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2018 Part 2The annual 31 Days of Horror Challenge continues! Each host of Invasion of the Remake watched 31 horror movies they have never seen before throughout the month of October. The challenge is done and now they are ready to talk about the second half of their journeys into the dark abyss. This episode was so immense that we had to split it up into two episodes so please enjoy part two, the final 2 weeks of the 31 Days of Horror Challenge. Plus the full list of one of our Invader listeners. It's time to open the box of October's horror challenge so...
2018-11-203h 00
Invasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror Challenge 2018 Part 1The annual 31 Days of Horror Challenge returns! Each host of Invasion of the Remake watched 31 horror movies they have never seen before throughout the month of October. The challenge is done and now they are ready to talk about their journeys into the dark abyss. This episode was so immense that we had to split it up into two episodes so please enjoy part one, the first 2 weeks of the 31 Days of Horror Challenge. Plus the full list of one of our Invader listeners. It's time to purge ourselves of October's horror challenge so get some popcorn for this...
2018-11-142h 44
Invasion of the RemakeThe Mechanic (1972 vs 2011)The roll of a mechanic should seem as natural as passing gas, silent but deadly. Arthur Bishop is an assassin that specializes in making his targets look like they've died from natural causes, aka The Mechanic. When Arthur's next target strikes a more personal cord he takes on a protégé that results in his world crumbling around him. Charles Bronson starred in the original action, thriller in 1972 along side Michael-Jan Vincent. Jason Statham became the new Arthur Bishop in 2011 starring in the remake with Ben Foster and Donald Sutherland. Which assassin is the deadliest and which one is just a...
2018-03-071h 22
Invasion of the RemakePredicting the Academy Awards 2018It's that time again, the 90th Academy Awards ceremony will soon be upon us and Invasion of the Remake will be right there hovering over the ceremonies. With one of the most interesting nominations lists to hit the Oscars in years, we had to have our own conversations, predictions, and drinking rules. This year the winner of our Oscar pool will be rewarded with the hosting duties of the podcast for a month. Will Jason keep the command chair or will Sam or Trish take the honor of host away from him? We also have our drinking rules for viewing...
2018-02-211h 54
Invasion of the Remake31 Days of Horror 2017 Part 2Continuing the annual 31 Days of Horror Challenge! Each host of Invasion of the Remake watched 31 horror movies they have never seen before throughout the month of October. The challenge is done and now they are ready to talk about their journeys into the dark abyss. This episode was so immense that we had to split it up into two episodes so please enjoy part two, the last 2 weeks of the 31 Days of Horror Challenge. Plus the full list of one of our Invader listeners. Buckle in because we are bringing All The Horror and we do mean "All" to...
2017-11-211h 54
Invasion of the Remake31 Days of Horror 2017 part 1It's back! The annual 31 Days of Horror Challenge! Each host of Invasion of the Remake watched 31 horror movies they have never seen before throughout the month of October. The challenge is done and now they are ready to talk about their journeys into the dark abyss. This episode was so immense that we had to split it up into two episodes so please enjoy part one, the first 2 weeks of the 31 Days of Horror Challenge. Plus the full list of one of our Invader listeners. Buckle in because we are bringing All The Horror and we do mean "All"...
2017-11-151h 48
Invasion of the RemakeExploring the cinematic Slasher.The Invaders are huddled in a cabin in the woods. Sam said he'd be right back, but he wasn't, at least not all of him, ew. Thankfully guest host Jeff (3.0) Robertson has returned (remember Ep.6 Remaking The Stuff?) to help us with our ever growing Slasher problem. Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers, Leatherface, Chucky, and a whole host of slashers are stalking us from the dark forest. Who are these masked murderers? Where did they come from? Invasion of the Remake discuss the phenomena of the cinematic slasher from their genesis to their current incarnations. No one is...
2017-10-181h 48
Invasion of the RemakeThe Magnificent Seven (1960 Vs. 2016)A small town is being victimized and stripped of its resources by profiteers and villains. With what little they have they hire a small band of mercenaries to help fight off the evil plaguing them. Based on the screenplay and film by the acclaimed Akira Kurosawa, Seven Samurai, The Magnificent Seven takes that classic story from feudal Japan to the American old west. Director John (The Great Escape) Sturges put an all-star cast together for the original 1960 version with Yul Brynner, Steve McQueen, Charles Bronson, Eli Wallach, Horst Buchholz, Robert Vaughn, Brad Dexter, and James Coburn. That...
2017-09-131h 54
Invasion of the RemakeThe Italian Job (1969 Vs. 2003)Can the smallest cars be part of one of the largest gold heists ever conceived? Well The Italian Job (1969) brought that concept to the silver screen for the first time with Michael Caine, Noël Coward, and comedy legend Benny Hill. Director F. Gary Gray would revisit this idea in the 2003 remake with an all-star cast in Donald Sutherland, Mark Wahlberg, Edward Norton, Charlize Theron, Jason Statham, Seth Green and Mos Def. Can three small Mini Coopers (or Austin Minis) haul three tons of gold in these action, comedies? The Invaders once again descend to earth to dissect the phe...
2017-06-071h 42
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking The Asphyx (1972)In Victorian England, Sir Hugo Cunningham is seeking the secrets of life and death. In his research he discovers the means to capture the spirit of death, The Asphyx, and hold it indefinitely. In effect, becoming immortal. But immortality comes at a great cost. This is the crux of The Asphyx (1972, aka The Horror of Death), a small studio homage to the classic Hammer Films of the 60's and 70's. Don't worry, we'd never heard of it either, and it was kind of awesome. The Asphyx is exactly the kind of film Invasion of the Remake likes to discuss...
2017-05-031h 45
Invasion of the RemakeApril Fool's Day (1986 vs. 2008)The joke's on us. We're already a few days past April Fool's Day but we're always up for horror movies in the spirit of the day. When groups friends gather to play pranks on one another turn deadly, Invasion of the Remake will be there to analyze and discuss it. Does the original April Fool's Day (1986) by Fred Walton still hold up to the Butcher Brother's remake from 2008? Join Jason, Sam & Trish on this week's episode to find out. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like...
2017-04-051h 36
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking A Boy and His Dog (1975)It's the year 2024 and the world has been devastated by nuclear war. Humanity scrounges for the necessities of life. Vic and his dog Blood share a psychic link that help them survive as they rely on each others senses and instincts to find food, shelter, and women. It's a post-apocalyptic, science fiction, sex comedy from the mind of Harlan Ellison and L. Q. Jones starring Don Johnson, Jason Robards, Susanne Benton, Tim McIntire as the voice of Blood. Join Jason, Trish and Sam (who birthday picked this one) as they remake a film that inspired the wasteland...
2017-01-181h 32
Invasion of the RemakeInvasion of the Retrospective: 20162016 was a strange year. It marked changes in the world that border on cautious to down right scary. It took many beloved celebrities onto the next life. It also marked 52 amazing new episodes of the Invasion of the Remake Podcast. Jason, Sam and Trish take a trip down memory lane of past episodes how the year treated them. We are also joined by special guest 2016, yes the year herself, to defend herself and comment on her time as the year just past. Much like the movies we cover, the Invaders are once again divided on the year that was 2016.
2017-01-111h 23Invasion of the RemakeTwas the Night Before the RemakeWe here at the Invasion of the Remake Podcast wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Holiday season to everyone, as well as a full and joyous New Year. As is our tradition we're taking the week off to be with our families but don't want to leave you empty eared. This year we obliterate another Christmas classic in 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, which has been cleverly re-written with an Invader's twist by our very own Trish Cochlan and read by Jason, Sam and Trish. Enjoy. We'll be back next week, next year, with a brand new episode...
2016-12-2803 minInvasion of the RemakeThe 31 Days of Horror 2016 ChallengeOne podcast, three hosts, and 93 horror films watched over 31 days that each host had never seen before. That's a lot of movies to talk about, get comfy cause this one is going to get weird. Trish's horror movie marathon: The Boy (2016), Hatchet 2, House of the Devil, The Gate, The Entity, Lake Mungo, Hausu, The Host, Darkness, Dead End, The Devil's Pass, Dead Silence, The Changeling, Stage Fright, Holidays, Monsters, The Children (2008), Southbound, Cure (1997), Dark Angel: The Ascent, Creep, The Orphanage, The Nest, Krampus, Insidious 2, Housebound, The Ouija Experiment, The Forest, Cockneys Vs. Zombies, Magic (1978), and Lights Out.
2016-11-092h 03
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948)Possibly the first of its kind to blend genres, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) took a classic comedy duo and pitted them against Universal Picture's horror monsters Dracula, Wolfman and of course the Frankenstein Monster. There is even a cameo by the Invisible Man. Some of the most iconic actors to ever play the monsters return in this comedy/horror film like Bela Lugosi, Glenn Strange, and Lon Chaney Jr. Will a couple of comedy buffoons be a match against the devious plans of Count Dracula? How will Jason and Trish recreate this classic film and who...
2016-10-261h 45
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Peeping Tom (1960)Peeping Tom (1960) birthed a new genre, the cinematic slasher. Premiering only two months prior to Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho, director Michael Powell created a powerful piece of cinema that wouldn't be recognized for its achievements for another 30 years! On this episode Sam & Jason discuss a horror classic that destroyed a man's career and shocked the audiences of the 1960's. It is a film that you probably never heard of, but every cinema lover should see! If you love the show then become an Invader by liking and sharing the show on your social media. Leave a review on...
2016-10-121h 37Invasion of the RemakeInvasion of the Retrospective: Remakes of the Future Part 2Part 2 of the Hollywood's invasion plans on our movie theaters. Invasion of the Remake snuck behind enemy lines and got Hollywood's remake battle plans and they plan to carpet bomb us so badly that we couldn't contain the news in just one podcast. Sam and Jason continue there coverage of the all the action, comedy, western, drama, horror and sci-fi remakes in the works. Back to normal next week. We promise. Support the show by leaving a rating and 5-stars on iTunes. Share us with your friends on your social media. Leave us your suggestion, questions, corrections...
2016-09-071h 45
Invasion of the RemakeGhostbusters (1984 Vs. 2016)Who are you going to call when the remakes attack? Who are you going to call when Hollywood forces movies you don't want to see down your throats? Jason, Trish, and Sam are here to defend you against the Invasion of the Remake! Celebrating our first year of the Invasion, we tackle one of the most controversial remakes / reboots ever! The 2016 remake of Ghostbusters by Paul Feig blew up the internet with just its trailer alone. Find out what we thought of the Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, and Chris Hemsworth lead Ghostbusters. Does...
2016-08-231h 59Invasion of the RemakeInvasion of the Retrospective: Fantasy FilmsThis week Jason, Trish and Sam travel down memory lane reminiscing about their favorite fantasy films from days of yore and current favorites. Legend, Krull, The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, Mirror Mask, Ator the Fighting Eagle, Game of Thrones, Clash of the Titans, The Hobbit, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Chronicles of Narnia, Pan's Labyrinth, Willow, Edward Scissorhands, Stardust, The Princess Bride, How to Train Your Dragon, The Sword & the Stone, Dragonslayer, are all here and so much more! Find out which fantasy properties in novels and comics we'd like to see on the silver screen. This is the...
2016-06-221h 47
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982)Continuing our month long Fantasy Film June the Invaders remake an 80's fantasy classic. The highest grossing independent film of it's time, The Sword & the Sorcerer looked cool, but is a narrative mess with a great core idea. It's perfect for the Jason, Trish, & Sam to remake with today's audiences in mind. The Sword & the Sorcerer starred Lee (Hateful Eight, Django Unchained) Horsley, Kathleen (Godfather Part II) Beller, Simon (Jaws 3-D) MacCorkindale, Richard (Halloween) Lynch, Richard (Night Court, House) Moll and directed by Albert Pyun. If that last name sounds familiar go back to listen to Ep.20...
2016-06-151h 22
Invasion of the RemakeConan the Barbarian (1982 Vs. 2011)In 1982 a retired body builder relatively new to acting got his big break as one of the the most iconic literary characters of all time. That character was Robert E. Howard's Conan the Barbarian, and that man was Arnold Schwarzenegger! Director John Milius co-wrote the script with Oliver Stone and had an all-star cast to support Arnold, like James Earl Jones, Max Von Sydow, Sandahl Bergman, and Mako. The movie is now considered a fantasy classic. In 2011, after a failed sequel and many more failed attempts to get more Conan starring Arnold off the ground, a remake...
2016-06-081h 53
Invasion of the RemakePoint Blank (1967) Vs. Payback (1999)Two movies based on The Hunter by Donald E. Westlake under the pen name Richard Stark brought Westlake's most famous character, Parker, to the silver screen, but they wouldn't be actually called Parker. Westlake famously protected the character and the name Parker wouldn't be used until after his death when Jason Statham starred in a movie title after the titular character. Point Blank (1967) with Lee Marvin starring as Walker/Parker in a very ethereal adaptation of the novel alongside Angie Dickinson, Keenan Wynn, Caroll O'Connor, and John Vernon was the first to adapt the novel, although now...
2016-05-251h 53
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Ghost Story (1981)In 1981 John Irvin brought many elder statesmen of Hollywood together to bring Peter Staub's novel Ghost Story to the big screen. Hollywood legends like Fred Astaire, John Houseman, Melvyn Douglas, and Douglas Fairbanks Jr. are joined by the highly expressive Craig Wasson and the gorgeous Borg Queen Alice Krige in this dramatic, supernatural, mystery film. Join Jason, Trish, and Sam as we remake this movie with today's audiences in mind. Who would we cast? Listen to this week's episode to find out. Share the podcast with your friends by liking, following, and sharing us on social media...
2016-04-201h 37
Invasion of the RemakeLet the Right One In (2008) Vs. Let Me In (2010)Two children befriend one and another in this throat ripping coming of age story...wait what? In 2008 a small Swedish film based on the novel by John Ajvide Lindqvist called Let the Right One In made quite the splash at film festivals and global cinemas. Two years later the newly resurrected Hammer films took interest and remade it for English speaking audiences starring Chloe Grace Moretz, Richard Jenkins, Elias Koteas, and Kodi Smit-McPhee. While both films are quite similar, the changes made by Hammer make these films feel quite different. Join Jason, Jeff & Trish as they explore a...
2016-03-161h 28
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking They Live (1988)It's Jason's birthday episode and the Invaders put on there shades and take a stab at remaking John Carpenter's conspiracy classic They Live with special guest Sam Stepanenko. They Live may be sparse in dialogue and yet it is full of quotables by the late Roddy Piper and some great performances by Keith David, Meg Foster, George Flower, Peter Jason, and Raymond St. Jacques. Improving on a sci-fi classic like They Live may be an impossible task but Invasion of the Remake is up to the challenge. You will listen. Obey. You will love it. Conform. You...
2016-03-091h 49
Invasion of the RemakeRemaking My Best Friend's Wedding (1997)This week Trish forces us to watch & remake My Best Friend's Wedding. For Jason this is like kneeling in broken glass while acid drips into his eyes. We've now scratched that nagging itch Trish had for reworking a romantic comedy. Thankfully we watched this so you don't have too. We took that bullet for you. Listen to this humorous rage filled episode as we rip apart this Julia Roberts, Dermont Mulroney, Cemeron Diaz, and Rupert Everett led romantic comedy that came our at the height of Julia's career and was a bafflingly huge success. Don't miss our funniest episode...
2016-02-171h 33
Invasion of the RemakeStar Wars: A New Hope (1977) Vs. Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2016)Needless to say ****SPOILERS*** for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Yes, we went there. If you've seen both Star Wars: A New Hope (1977) and Star Wars: The Force Awakens it is hard to deny the similarities. So Jeff, Jason, and Trish use the Force explore the similarities and differences between these two films. A stealth remake that still gives us new and amazing characters to explore in a galaxy far, far, away. Are the Skywalkers doomed to repeat past sins? Or can Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron finally break the hold of the Dark Side? Listen to...
2016-02-101h 55Invasion of the RemakeUgly Christmas Song 2015In the fond tradition of ugly Christmas sweaters, fruit cake you could use as a brick, and the Star Wars Christmas Special comes Invasion of the Remake's first ever Ugly Christmas Song by the Commanders of the Mother Ship, Trish, Jeff & Jason. Please don't hold this parody against us. May your ears heal quickly. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and all our best in the New Year. Please spread the love and tell a friend about the podcast and rate, review, and subscribe. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/invasionoftheremake/
2015-12-2301 minInvasion of the RemakeHow the Grinch Stole Christmas with Visha Loo!How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966) with Boris Karloff is a fundamental part of the Holiday season. A must watch by kids and adults alike. At the dawn of the new millennium Ron Howard took the Chuck Jones classic cartoon and brought it to life on the big screen with Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, Bill Irwin, and Molly Shannon. We take the Dr. Suess book which takes approximately 12 minutes to read, an animated television special that is 24 minutes long, and a 144 minute live action film and cover it all 101 minutes. That's a savings of 79 minutes. You're...
2015-12-161h 41Invasion of the RemakeConditions of Your Surrender featuring Lee Arenberg & Jason MewesSnootchy boochies from the Lethbridge Entertainment Expo. Jeff chats with Lee Arenberg, Grumpy from Once Upon a Time and Pintel from Pirates of the Caribbean, and Jason Mewes, one half of Jay & Silent Bob of the View Askew universe and Jimmy from Todd & the Book of Pure Evil. Also Jason & Jeff talk about their experiences at conventions. This episode is not to be missed because they are Conditions of Your Surrender. Become an Invader. Like & share the podcast with your friends and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Available on iTunes, Stitcher, PlayerFm, TuneIn...
2015-12-021h 47Invasion of the RemakeBedtime Story (1964) Vs. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988)In 1964 David Niven played a high class confidence man along side Marlon Brando's more gruff, low class con man. In 1988 Bedtime Story was remade into the hit film Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Michael Caine and Steve Martin took up the rolls. In 2015 Jason, Jeff, and Trish take these two comedy classics about competing con men to task and see which is best at the gift of the grift. Thanks for checking out our podcast. Share it with your friends and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Do it for all our ailing grandmothers.
2015-11-251h 30Invasion of the RemakeGone In 60 Seconds (1974 vs 2000)Jason, Jeff, and Trish go car shopping with H.B. Halicki and Nicolas Cage in the battle of the Gone in 60 Seconds films from 1974 & 2000. Can an all star cast of Nicolas Cage, Angelina Jolie, Giovanni Ribisi, Delroy Lindo, Timothy Olyphant, Vinnie Jones, Christopher Eccleston, and Robert Duvall beat out the gonzo film making and epic car chase of H.B. Halicki's B-movie classic? Find out in this weeks episode. And don't forget to check out the Lowrider scene on Youtube. We talk about it...well Jeff kind of rants about it.
2015-11-111h 42Invasion of the RemakeConditions of Your Surrender featuring Tony Todd, Richard Hatch, Gary Graham, Catherine Hicks, & Alec PetersJason hits the road and heads to Vulcan, Alberta for Vul-Con 2015 and presented here in the first "Conditions of Your Surrender" episode of Invasion of the Remake are five amazing conversations live from the convention floor. First up writer, actor, and producer Alec Peters talks Star Trek: Axanar, Kickstarter, and film prop collecting. Catherine Hicks discusses Seventh Heaven, Marilyn Monroe, and meeting her husband, effects guru Kevin Yagher, on the set of Child's Play. Gary Graham tells tall tales from Robot Jox & saving the life of Tom Cruise. Richard Hatch takes us on a trip from memory lane to...
2015-11-041h 47Invasion of the RemakeEvil Dead (1981 Vs. 2013)Klaatu Barada Nikto! Sam Raimi's original Evil Dead stands as a horror classic but how does the Fede Alvarez remake measure up? Our fake Shemps Jason, Jeff, and Trish read from the Book of the Dead and compare Ash (Bruce Campbell) Williams and Mia (Jane Levy) in a battle of the Deadites on Invasion of the Remake. Become an Invader by doing us a solid. Rate, Review, and Subscribe!
2015-10-281h 35Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Trick or Treat (1986) with Breanna WhippleJason, Jeff, and Trish are joined by special guest Breanna Whipple, bassist for the metal band Ghoulmancer, to talk about the horror film Trick or Treat (1986) and take a stab at remaking it for today's audiences. You have no choice but to turn this podcast up to 11 and rock out or the spirit of Sammi Curr may come for you. Trick or Treat was a film directed by Charles Martin Smith based on a script by Rhet Tophan and starring Mark Price, Tony Fields, Lisa Orgolini, Doug Savant, and appearances by Gene Simmons and Ozzy Osbourne.
2015-10-211h 38Invasion of the RemakeDawn of the Dead (1978 Vs 2004)Jason, Jeff, and Trish, are joined by special guest Jeff Hrlich to take on the George A. Romero zombie horror classic Dawn of the Dead (1978) starring David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross and measure it up to the Zack Snyder Dawn of the Dead (2004) remake/reimaging starring Sarah Polley, Ving Rhames, Mekhi Phifer, Jake Webber, Ty Burrell, and Matt Frewer. There is no more room in hell in this episode of Invasion of the Remake! Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts...
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Invasion of the RemakeRemaking Best of the Best (1989)On this weeks show Jason, Jeff & Trish take a karate chop at the 1989 martial arts classic Best of the Best starring Eric Roberts & James Earl Jones. Jeff & Trish have a disagreement that takes them to the center of the UFC octagon. You don't want to miss this episode of Invasion of the Remake. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, RadioPublic, BluBrry, Libsyn, YouTube, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, share...
2015-09-071h 29Invasion of the RemakeThe Secret Origin of Invasion of the RemakeThe origin and introduction to the podcast and a taste of what is coming. Jason, Jeff, and Trish have and open discussion about the origins of the podcast, the best and worst remakes in movies, and why Hollywood has been getting it wrong. Support independent podcasts like ours by telling your friends and family how to find us at places like Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tune In Radio, RadioPublic, BluBrry, Libsyn, YouTube, iHeartRadio and all the best podcast providers. Spread the love! Like, share and subscribe! You can also help out the show...
2015-08-2639 min