Hellraiser Podcast

Episode 51 - Quicksilver Highway (1997)

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 16:37:27 +0000

We talk about the movie Quicksilver Highway, based on short stories by Stephen King and Clive Barker. Should you ever accept giant chattery teeth as a gift? What should you do if your hands start plotting against you? What is Christopher Lloyd wearing?!? Enjoy!

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Episode 50!

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 13:11:18 +0000

We celebrate our Episode 50 by talking through some listener questions and having a general geek out about the Hellraiser world.

Favourite Hellraiser movies, Clive Barker's other books and short stories, what the future of Hellraiser could be and anything else that comes to us. Join us and celebrate the amazing world of Hellraiser.

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Episode 49b - Judgment Commentary!

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 08:55:04 +0000

Join us with a couple of drinks as we watch and talk through the 10th movie in the Hellraiser franchise - Judgment! We also discuss Peter's meticulous research (as he frantically searches IMDB) and we experience some ghostly tapping in Phil's haunted house. Enjoy!

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Episode 49a - Hellraiser: Judgment (2018)

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 15:15:04 +0000

We talk about the brand new Hellraiser movie - Judgment! Who are the Stygian Inquisition? Who is the Preceptor? Who is Jophiel? How long can a dog hold its breath? Some of these questions will be answered.

Also includes a bonus mini interview with the new Pinhead Paul T. Taylor. Enjoy!

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Episode 48 - Interview with Paul T. Taylor

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 16:57:22 +0000

An interview with the new Pinhead - Paul T. Taylor. He discusses details about the new movie Hellraiser: Judgement, what it feels like to become an instant horror icon, what his process was to become Pinhead, and much more. And no, he doesn't know when the movie is coming out.

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Episode 47 - Revelations Sambuca Commentary!

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 08:07:59 +0000

We're baaaack! Here it is folks - our commentary to Hellraiser: Revelations. We kick back with a bottle of sambuca to help us through and discuss the movie. Warning - we get a bit silly. We also discover during recording that Phil's new house is haunted. Enjoy!

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Episode 46 - Hellworld Commentary!

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 22:40:54 +0000

We drink some drinks and talk through the controversial 8th movie in the Hellraiser series - Hellworld! We try to remain as positive as possible while trying to make sense of the sprawling plot. We try. Pour yourself your favourite booze and join us. Doug Bradley! Lance Henriksen! Sexy nuns! Superman!

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Episode 45 - The Scarlet Gospels

Sun, 13 Mar 2016 12:11:21 +0000

We discuss Clive Barker’s return to horror – his latest novel The Scarlet Gospels. The end of Pinhead! We also discuss recent news about the NEW Hellraiser movie, Judgement! NOTE – in a previous podcast Peter said that The Scarlet Gospels is the third ‘Book of the Art’. It’s not. It never has been. But Peter said it is because he’s an idiot. Sorry. And it's here in the podcast description because he forgot to say it in the actual podcast. Because he's a double idiot. Sorry.

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Episode 44 - Deader commentary!

Sat, 31 Oct 2015 13:20:44 +0000

Here it is - our commentary for the wonderful Deader - Hellraiser 7. We drink some boozes while watching the movie - why not join us? We discuss the making of the movie, we express our admiration for the film while simultaneously admitting it doesn't all make perfect sense, and we get all nostalgic for VHS for a while. Enjoy!

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Episode 43 - Hellbound Hearts (Part 3)

Wed, 22 Apr 2015 09:08:07 +0000

Our third and final podcast about the short stories in the Hellbound Hearts book, all based on Clive Barker's Hellraiser mythology first explored in The Hellbound Heart. In this episode we discuss stories by Yvonne Navarro, Mark Morris, Barbie Wilde, Jeffrey J. Mariotte, Nancy Kilpatrick, Gary A. Braunbeck & Lucy A. Snyder and Chaz Brenchley. Join us!

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Episode 42 - Nightbreed: The Director's Cut (2014)

Sat, 14 Feb 2015 15:16:19 +0000

A discussion about Clive Barker's definitive version of the movie Nightbreed - now with added extra Doug Bradley! After a few different versions doing the rounds, from the original theatrical cut to the Cabal Cut via a workprint discovered on an old VHS, we now have a fully realised director's cut of Clive's second movie. Also during the discussion is a Hellraiser trivia fact that you won't find anywhere else on the internet! (as of February 14th 2015)

Episode 41 - Hellseeker Commentary!

Fri, 27 Jun 2014 17:41:29 +0000

Join us with a glass of your favourite booze as we talk you through Hellraiser: Hellseeker. Ashley Laurence! Doug Bradley! Noisy CCTV cameras! Still no sign of Clive Barker but at least Pinhead is actually in this one.

Episode 40 - The Midnight Meat Train (2008)

Thu, 20 Mar 2014 23:31:31 +0000

We discuss The Midnight Meat Train, the 2008 movie version of Clive Barker's short story from The Books of Blood, directed by Ryuhei Kitamura. Why is Bradley Cooper following Vinnie Jones around? What the hell is going on onboard that train? Can there ever be too much gore when it's this much fun?

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Episode 39 - Hellbound Hearts (Part 2)

Sat, 25 Jan 2014 10:19:10 +0000

Our second of three podcasts about the short story collection Hellbound Hearts, all based on the mythology created by Clive Barker in his novella The Hellbound Heart. We discuss stories by Richard Christian Matheson, Nancy Holder, Simon Clark, Steve Niles, Sarah Langan and Nicholas Vince.

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Episode 38 - Inferno commentary!

Thu, 21 Nov 2013 23:26:18 +0000

We dive into our booze soaked commentaries once more. And this time we swim in the waters of Hellraiser: Inferno. With no sign of Clive Barker in sight, will the movie hold our attention for the whole of its running time? And will we hold your attention for the whole of its running time? Those questions and many more will be answered here. Disclaimer - those questions and many more may not be answered here.

What Monsters Do live on stage!

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 11:28:55 +0000

We discuss the upcoming stage production of What Monsters Do. Nicholas Vince has adapted two of his short stories for the stage and teamed up with Peter and Phil's theatre company Hidden Basement Productions to put it on! The play is part of the London Horror Festival and is on at 7:30pm at the Etcetera Theatre, Camden, London on October 25th-27th 2013. See you there!

Episode 37 - Hellraiser 1 & 2 screening (with special guests!)

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 21:13:26 +0000

We went to Birmingham in the middle of the UK to attend a screening of Hellraiser and Hellbound, organised by the lovely people at Back To The Theatre. Special guests there included Kenneth Cranham (Dr. Channard), Nicholas Vince (Chatterer), Simon Bamford (Butterball) and Geoff Portass (make up effects on both films). We recorded the Q&A sessions and here they are. NOTE - as it was a live recording of a staged event the sound quality does vary throughout. Sorry about that. But the chats were bloody brilliant!

Episode 36 - Bloodline commentary!

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:29:17 +0000

Here it is - our commentary for Hellraiser Bloodline. It features early morning drinking, Chatter Beast bashing and our favourite character from the Hellraiser universe - Jaques. Have a drink and join us!

Episode 35 - Hellbound Hearts (Part 1)

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:45:00 +0000

In the first of 3 podcasts all about the book of short stories Hellbound Hearts, we take you through the first 7 stories. Amazing tales all set in the world of Hellraiser, or the world of Clive Barker's novella The Hellbound Heart. In Part 1 we discuss stories by Peter Atkins, Conrad Williams, Sarah Pinborough, Mick Garris, Christopher Golden and Mike Mignola, Tim Lebbon and Kelley Armstrong.

Episode 34 - Event Horizon (1997)

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 11:01:51 +0000

We discuss the movie Event Horizon, which has some Hellraiser based ideas and themes. What is the Event Horizon? Where has it been? Can this film fit into the Hellraiser world and mythology? Why the Hell didn't Bloodline look like this?!?

Episode 33 - Interview with Barbie Wilde

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:32:25 +0000

We have a chat with Barbie Wilde, the Female Cenobite from Hellbound: Hellraiser II. She chats about acting, throat flaps, writing and her brilliant new book The Venus Complex. www.barbiewilde.com

Episode 32 - Hellraiser 3 commentary!

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 08:52:41 +0000

We talk through Hellraiser 3: Hell on Earth while getting a little tipsy on wine and beer. Pop the film in your player and watch it with us! Pinhead! Unbound ... unstoppabobble.

Episode 31 - BOOM! Studios comics 9-12

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:02:59 +0000

Continuing the story from BOOM! Studios. Elliott is on Earth, but appears to have lost his memory, while Kirsty is coming to terms with her new role. Why is Tiffany helping Elliott? What happens when you open the box while in Hell? Where the Hell is Harry D'Amour? Do we like these issues as much as we liked issues 1-8? Use your ears to find the answers ...

Episode 30 - Candyman (1992)

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:04:21 +0000

We discuss the movie Candyman from 1992, based on Clive Barker's short story The Forbidden from The Books of Blood. Who is this mysterious man with a hook for a hand? Why is he full of bees? What happens when you say his name five times while looking into a mirror? A great 90s horror film from the same year as Hellraiser 3.

Episode 29 - Hellbound: Hellraiser II commentary!

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 17:12:13 +0000

Here we bring you a feature length commentary for Hellraiser 2. We drink some wine and chat through the second film in the series. Pop your DVD or Blu-ray in (or whatever futuristic device you have in the future!) and join us ...

Episode 28 - What Monsters Do

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:31:17 +0000

A spoiler free podcast discussing Nicholas Vince's book of short stories What Monsters Do, including an interview with Nick himself in a pub to get his thoughts and feelings on the stories. Includes our first ever COMPETITION! Ooooooh.

Episode 27 - EPIC comics Books 5 & 6

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 23:38:21 +0000

The comics from 1990 continue! How does a Cenobite create puzzle guardians? Can you follow someone into Hell after they've been dragged through? Would you move into a house with a puzzle on the floor and a mysterious door to nowhere in the wall? These comics really are very good.

Episode 26 - Interview with Occupy Midian

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:39:10 +0000

We speak to Ryan, Jose and Crystal - the driving force behind Occupy Midian - the online presence to get Nightbreed: the Cabal Cut into our homes. We chat Nightbreed, Hellraiser, studios, remakes, and much more. Enjoy!

Episode 25b - 25th Anniversary trip to the Hellraiser house

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 16:00:00 +0000

This podcast released on the 18th September 2012 - exactly 25 years after Hellraiser was released in the US! A little short podcast about our recent trip to the house where they filmed most of the movie. Unfortunately due to a technical problem the original discussion was lost, so Peter has a little chat with himself while going slightly mad.

Episode 25 - 25th Anniversary commentary!!!

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 12:04:32 +0000

It's exactly 25 years since Hellraiser was released to UK screens! To mark this wonderful occasion we have recorded a feature length commentary of the movie. We talk through the film while getting a little tipsy and we invite you to join us!

Episode 24 - Nightbreed: The Cabal Cut

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 10:41:45 +0000

We went off on an adventure to watch Nightbreed: The Cabal Cut at the Empire Cinema, Leicester Square. We discuss what we made of the new version of the movie, and chat to some of the stars to get their views. APOLOGIES for some of the poor sound quality in the Question and Answer section - we were quite a long way away from the stage!!!

Episode 23 - Deader original script vs film

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 20:40:01 +0000

The original script of Deader had nothing whatsoever to do with Hellraiser. Join us as we take a look at the differences between that script and the finished movie Hellraiser:Deader. Who is The Shark Mouth? What is a Baby Table? Why didn't they keep all the nudity? Have a listen. Go on. Do it.

Episode 22 - Rawhead Rex/Underworld

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:20:51 +0000

We discuss two films that Clive Barker wrote before Hellraiser - Underworld (aka Transmutations) from 1985 and Rawhead Rex from 1986. It could be argued that were it not for these films he never would have directed Hellraiser himself. And you will see why. Not to give away what we (and Clive) think of the movies, all I'll say is we use the word "rubbish" quite a lot in this episode!! RAWHEAD!!!!!!!!!

Piercing The Veil

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 16:09:07 +0000

An original Hellraiser radio play produced by the Hellraiser Podcast. The tale of one man's obsession to break free of the mortal world, and his pursuit of a certain puzzle that promises more ...

WARNING - contains material some listeners may find disturbing.

Music by Tom Fahy. Licensed through the Free Music Archive under an Attribution-ShareAlike License. All track information and attributions can be found at www.hellraiserpodcast.com

Episode 21 - Introduction to Piercing The Veil

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 09:33:35 +0000

A little introduction to Piercing The Veil - an original horror radio play set in the Hellraiser world that we have created for your listening pleasure.

Episode 20b - A Chat with Chatterer - Interview with Nicholas Vince (Part 2)

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 14:08:40 +0000

The second part of our interview with Nicholas "Chatterer" Vince. We talk Hellraiser, Nightbreed, acting, writing and monsters. Find out his take on Nightbreed and the character of Kinski, his writing for comics as well as short stories, and what he's up to next. A fascinating chat with a lovely chap.

Episode 20 - A Chat with Chatterer - Interview with Nicholas Vince (Part 1)

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 11:20:54 +0000

We were lucky enough to sit down recently with Nicholas Vince, who played Chatterer in Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser 2, and also Kinski in Nightbreed. In part 1 of 2 we discuss his early life, meeting Clive Barker and working on the Hellraisers. Some wonderful anecdotes about the making of the films, including some very disturbing images that we nearly saw on film!

Episode 19 - EPIC comics Books 3 & 4

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 11:20:47 +0000

Carrying on through the Hellraiser EPIC comics from 1990, featuring stories written by Peter Atkins (Hellbound, Hell On Earth) and Nicholas "Chatterer" Vince! What is Leviathan's plan for a distant planet in the future? How did Face become a cenobite? What's the worst thing that could happen to you while playing the piano? Find out here ...

Episode 18 - Bloodline original script vs film

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:14:30 +0000

We discuss the original script for Hellraiser: Bloodline. What could have been? Who are the zombie gamblers? Why didn't they send in the clowns? When was Jacques and Angelique's last holiday? Whatever happened to Valerie Dyson? (Who the hell is Valerie Dyson?) Find out here ...

Episode 17 - Feedback

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:50:01 +0000

We discuss some of the feedback we've received from you - our wonderful listeners! Basically a very geeky chat about all things Hellraiser with your feedback added to our ramblings. Find out which is seen as worse - Hellworld or Revelations!

Episode 16 - Interview with Christopher Monfette

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:40:20 +0000

An interview with Christopher Monfette, who wrote the first 8 issues of the new BOOM! Studios Hellraiser comics with Clive Barker. He discusses the making of the comic, working with Clive Barker, and even gives us an insight into what would have happened had he continued to write for the series. A fascinating chat about working in the Hellraiser world.

Episode 15 - BOOM! Studios comic 5-8

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:53:45 +0000

Issues 5-8 of the new Hellraiser comic, written by Clive Barker and Christopher Monfette, the story collectively known as Requiem. Will Kirsty reach the Harrowers in time? What will happen when Pinhead finally comes face to face with her to offer her a deal? Where's Butterball? Find out here ...

Episode 14 - BOOM! Studios comic 1-4

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 12:33:43 +0000

The new comic from BOOM! Studios which began last year, written by Clive Barker and Christopher Monfette. A continuation of the story from Hellraiser and Hellbound - featuring the original cenobites, Kirsty Cotton and some new faces. What is Kirsty doing nowadays? Who are the Harrowers? What is Pinhead up to? Can someone please give Clive Barker a massive budget to make this into a film?!?

Episode 13 - Lord of Illusions (1995)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:07:08 +0000

Clive Barker's third (and final to date) feature length movie, Lord of Illusions. After Nightbreed, Barker went for a film noir detective horror film, based on one of his Books of Blood. With Scott "Quantum Leap" Bakula. What is the difference between illusions and magic? Why are they screwing that iron mask onto that guy? Why was Walter Wilder cut from the Theatrical Version? Why hasn't Clive Barker directed another film? Find out the answers to a couple of these questions here ...

Episode 12 - Nightbreed (1990)

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:29:02 +0000

Clive Barker's second film - Nightbreed. Starring many people from the world of Hellraiser as well as Mr. David Cronenberg! What is Midian? Who are the Nightbreed? Why does that guy have buttons for eyes? Listen to the podcast. It is the law!

Episode 11 - EPIC comics Books 1 & 2

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:02:40 +0000

The first two books from the EPIC comics which were first released in 1989. The world of Hellraiser was opened up for the first time. From the Crusades to the near future via the Old West, the box and the Cenobites have been around for a long time. See what they've been up to!

Episode 10 - The Hellbound Heart/No More Souls

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:19:04 +0000

The Hellbound Heart by Clive Barker - the original novella that Hellraiser was based on. This is where it all began - see how the book differs to the film in our first discussion about Clive Barker's books. And No More Souls, Gary Tunnicliffe's short fan film about what might happen to an old age Pinhead. Two wonderful pieces of the Hellraiser world. Please - feel free. Explore.

Episode 9 - Hellraiser: Revelations (2011)

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:18:41 +0000

Well here it is - a brand new Hellraiser film! Two friends disappear whilst on a wild trip to Mexico. A year later their parents have a dinner party. Then one of them turns up. What's going on? Who is that guy with nails in his head? He looks different. Has Chatterer got boobs? Find out here.

Episode 8 - Hellraiser: Hellworld (2005)

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:25:36 +0000

A group of friends who are addicted to the game Hellworld get more than they bargain for when they go to a Hellworld party. Featuring Lance Henriksen and soon-to-be-Superman Henry Cavill. But is it any good? Opinions differ on this one - find out ours here!

Episode 7 - Hellraiser: Deader (2005)

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 09:26:34 +0000

Fear is where you go to learn. Spunky young journalist Amy Klein is sent to Romania to investigate a cult. Who exactly are the Deaders? What's it got to do with the puzzle box? How do you get a knife out of your back? All will be revealed. Listen on ...

Episode 6 - Hellraiser: Hellseeker (2002)

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 17:28:00 +0000

Ashley Laurence returns! Film number six follows Trevor, reeling from the death of his wife trying to piece together his puzzle-like life. Are these strange things real, or hallucinations? What happened to his wife? Why is everyone trying to have sex with him? Let's find out ...

Hellraiser Interview Special!

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:35:29 +0000

Interviews with Doug Bradley (Pinhead), Ashley Laurence (Kirsty), Nicholas Vince (Chatterer), Simon Bamford (Butterball) and Oliver Smith (Frank the Monster/Browning). We met them all at the London Film and Comic Con 2011 and were very lucky to get these interviews. Enjoy!

Episode 5 - Hellraiser: Inferno (2000)

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:25:37 +0000

The first stand alone Hellraiser film. A detective with questionable ethics stumbles across the Lament Configuration. But does he stumble across it? Or is someone playing games with him? Does a gritty film noir set in the Hellraiser world work? Find out here.

Episode 4 - Hellraiser: Bloodline (1996)

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 12:42:24 +0000

So here we are. The first film not to have a number. Pinhead in space! And the puzzle box's origins! Ooooh. Surely this must be the greatest film so far!!!! Find out what we think of it. (p.s. we don't think it's the greatest film so far)

Episode 3 - Hellraiser III: Hell On Earth (1992)

Sun, 08 May 2011 23:33:00 +0000

The One Where Pinhead Goes Mental. Trapped in a pillar, could you talk your way out of it? Just what is waiting for journalist Joey Summerskill at the Boiler Room club? How many pool balls can you fit in your mouth? Why does that chap have CDs in his head? All will be revealed. (Apart from the pool balls. Don't try that at home)

Episode 2 - Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988)

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:44:00 +0000

One year after the original came Hellbound - following on directly from Hellraiser. Join us as we discuss the film - Who is calling Kirsty to Hell? What's that weird Doctor doing with that mattress? Who in Hell is Leviathan? Come in and find out. Oh yes.

Episode 1 - Hellraiser (1987)

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 08:17:00 +0000

In our very first podcast we discuss the film that started it all off - Clive Barker's Hellraiser from 1987. The story, the characters, the actors, the themes, the music and sound design - and some behind the scenes facts too. Join us. Open the box. Go on. We dare you ...