The 20 Best B Movie Podcasts (2026)

Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas have been tearing apart terrible movies since 2010, and somehow the formula hasn't gotten old. How Did This Get Made? takes the worst films ever produced and turns them into comedy gold, with the three hosts bringing genuinely different perspectives. Scheer's the ringleader who keeps things moving, Raphael often voices what the audience is thinking with her exasperated reactions, and Mantzoukas brings unhinged energy that can derail a conversation in the best possible way.

The show runs on a biweekly schedule, with full episodes dropping every other Friday and "minisodes" filling the gaps. During minisodes, Scheer reads listener mail, fields corrections from eagle-eyed fans, and announces the next movie so listeners can watch along. With over 1,100 episodes in the catalog, they've covered everything from cheesy '80s action flicks and Lifetime thrillers to big-budget Hollywood disasters. Past guests include Seth Rogen, Conan O'Brien, Amy Schumer, Nicole Byer, and Charlize Theron.

Live episodes are a particular highlight. Recorded in front of sold-out audiences, they include fan Q&A sessions and original "second opinion" songs performed by audience members defending the movie. About 30 minutes of bonus material from each live show doesn't make it into the final cut, so attending in person is a different experience entirely.

The podcast is still actively producing new content in 2026, recently covering films like Netflix's "My Secret Santa." If you love bad movies or just want to laugh at Hollywood's most baffling creative decisions, this show has earned its reputation as the gold standard of bad-movie podcasts.

Elliott Kalan, Dan McCoy, and Stuart Wellington have been watching bad movies and talking about them since 2007, making The Flop House one of the elder statesmen of the bad movie podcast genre. The format is simple and hasn't changed much: every two weeks, the hosts watch a poorly reviewed film and spend about an hour discussing what went wrong, what accidentally went right, and everything in between. The conversations are largely unscripted, which means tangents. Lots of tangents. If you're the type who enjoys when a discussion about a Nicolas Cage movie somehow ends up on a 15-minute detour about breakfast cereal, you'll feel right at home. Kalan, a former head writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, brings sharp comedic writing instincts even in an improvised setting. McCoy works in TV animation writing, and Wellington is the group's straight man who somehow ends up saying the funniest things. The chemistry between the three is well-worn and comfortable after nearly two decades. The show is part of the Maximum Fun network and has put out 690 episodes. Their annual Shocktober series, dedicated to horror films, is a highlight. They also do live recordings and Flop TV events. Each episode ends with the hosts giving their verdict: good-bad, bad-bad, or a recommend for a movie that's actually worth watching. With a 4.7 rating from over 4,400 reviews, The Flop House has earned its reputation as a reliable, low-key funny listen.

Four New York comedians have been picking apart bad movies together since 2010, and the name is a bit misleading at this point. Andrew Jupin, Stephen Sajdak, Eric Szyszka, and Chris Cabin started out roasting forgotten '80s action flicks and baffling '90s rom-coms, but over 1,100 episodes, the show has evolved. One of their longest-running catchphrases is "it's okay to like a movie," and episodes frequently start with someone admitting, "this is kind of a We Love Movies situation for me." The format is a roundtable discussion where all four hosts watch the same film and then spend about 90 minutes breaking it down. The comedy comes naturally from their group dynamic. These guys have been friends for years, and the rapport shows in how they finish each other's jokes and build on bits in real time. They're not doing a script. They're genuinely reacting, and that spontaneity is what keeps listeners coming back. Beyond the main show, they've built a whole ecosystem on Patreon: Animation Damnation recaps cartoon episodes, The Nexus covers Star Trek, and Once In A Lifetime tackles absurd Lifetime original movies. They also tour with live shows. The show has a 4.7 rating from over 4,500 reviews and 16 seasons under its belt. If you grew up renting weird VHS tapes and want to hear four funny people talk about the same movies you remember, We Hate Movies is a warm, chaotic, and consistently hilarious hang.

Eli Bosnick, Heath Enwright, and Noah Lugeons bring a very specific angle to the bad movie podcast space: they primarily watch religious and faith-based films, then methodically explain why they are terrible. The tagline says it all -- if god existed, his PR team couldn't possibly be this bad. With 500 episodes, a 4.8-star rating, and over 2,500 reviews, this show has carved out a niche nobody else is really occupying.

The format is straightforward. Each week, the trio picks a movie -- usually a Christian film with production values that make a high school play look like a Spielberg joint -- and breaks it down with sharp, often ruthless comedy. They occasionally branch out into secular bad movies during themed months, but the faith-based content is the bread and butter. The hosts come from the broader Puzzle in a Thunderstorm podcast network, which also produces The Scathing Atheist and Citation Needed.

What keeps listeners coming back is the chemistry between the three. Eli tends toward the theatrical, Heath delivers dry one-liners, and Noah anchors the discussion with a particular talent for identifying the exact moment a film completely falls apart. The show has a Patreon for per-episode support and bonus content. If you have ever been curious about just how bad a movie with a $50,000 budget and a message about salvation can get, this podcast has 500 answers for you.

The B-Movie Cast is one of the longest-running podcasts in this space, active since 2007 with nearly 400 episodes and a 4.7-star rating from 155 reviews. The show was created by Vince Rotolo, who sadly passed away, and has since been carried forward by his wife Mary, along with regular co-hosts Nic and Juan. That backstory gives the show a warmth and sense of community that most podcasts never achieve.

The coverage here goes well beyond your typical bad movie fare. They tackle B-movies, cult films, art house oddities, drive-in exploitation flicks, Italian thrillers, biker trash cinema, and vintage TV genre content. It is genuinely encyclopedic. Guest contributors like Mark Mawston and Eric Brooks pop in regularly, keeping the conversation fresh across different film traditions and eras.

The release schedule is irregular -- sometimes monthly, sometimes with longer gaps -- so this is not a show you follow for a rigid weekly fix. Instead, each episode feels like a special occasion. The hosts have a casual, knowledgeable vibe and clearly love this stuff at a deep level. The companion website and forum at bmoviecast.com extend the community beyond the audio. If you want a podcast that treats B-movies as a legitimate art form worth studying, not just material for cheap laughs, The B-Movie Cast is the one.

Bad Movie Night Podcast brings together a rotating ensemble cast of about six people -- including Chris, Ian, Aaron, Lindsay, AJ, and Spiv -- to dissect bad sci-fi and horror movies in a format that listeners consistently describe as feeling like watching movies with your friends. The show has been running since 2016 with 476 episodes, a 4.5-star rating, and 59 reviews.

New episodes arrive biweekly, each one dedicated to a single film. The discussions run between 53 minutes and an hour and change, which gives plenty of room for the group dynamic to breathe. Having a larger cast means you get a wider range of reactions and opinions on each film, and the chemistry between the regulars is a genuine highlight. Some episodes feature deep cuts that even hardcore bad movie fans might not have encountered.

The Patreon setup is a nice touch: supporters get access to a selection wheel where they can influence which movies the crew watches next, plus a community chat for ongoing discussion. The show has built up a serious back catalog over its decade-plus run, with extensive coverage of franchises like the Witchcraft film series. If you are into sci-fi and horror B-movies specifically and want a show that feels like a group hangout rather than a performance, this one nails that vibe.

Jackie, Sam, and Justin host Stinker Madness twice a week, making it one of the more prolific bad movie podcasts out there. With 663 episodes since 2014 and a 4-star rating from 42 reviews, the show has an enormous library of coverage spanning cult films, ultra-low-budget oddities, and movies that mainstream audiences forgot existed five minutes after they hit theaters.

The central premise has an optimistic twist: the hosts go in hoping that each terrible movie might actually turn out to be wonderful. Sometimes it does. Often it does not. But that genuine curiosity about whether a film has some redeeming quality buried under layers of bad acting and questionable effects sets the tone apart from shows that are purely about mockery. Jackie, Sam, and Justin clearly enjoy each other's company, and their banter has a natural, unforced quality.

Reviews from listeners tend to praise the hosts' chemistry and wit, though some note the commentary can get pointed at times. The twice-weekly schedule means you are never waiting long for new content, and the back catalog is deep enough to keep you busy for months. The show covers a genuinely wide range of genres within the bad movie umbrella -- everything from 80s action to direct-to-video horror to baffling sci-fi. If you want volume and variety in your bad movie listening, Stinker Madness delivers both.

Nick Sheist runs Bad Movies We Love with a philosophy right there in the name: these are films people actually enjoy, guilty pleasures they are not ashamed of. With 154 episodes since 2023, a 4.6-star rating, and a semiweekly release schedule, the show has built up a solid library quickly. Nick brings on rotating guests to talk about movies that critics dismissed but audiences kept watching anyway.

The format leans into themed months, which keeps things organized and gives the show a sense of momentum. SchwarzTember is dedicated to Arnold Schwarzenegger films. There is a horror month, a sci-fi month, and special themed runs like Rom-Com-a-Thon and Bi-Mon-Sci-Fi-Con. Each month feels like its own mini-series within the larger podcast. The conversations are relaxed and exploratory, focused more on why people connect with these films than on simply making fun of them.

Beyond the main feed, Nick offers a members-only tier called The Resistance: Frontlines for five dollars a month, with bonus shows and additional content. The show fills a specific gap in the bad movie podcast world by centering appreciation over ridicule. If you have ever been told your favorite movie is trash and wanted someone to articulate exactly why you love it anyway, this podcast gets it.

James Hauser, Clint Busch, Ryan Mueller, and David Hillestad make up the core crew of Bad Movies Rule!, and they bring genuine enthusiasm to every episode. With 342 episodes, a 4.8-star rating from 347 reviews, and weekly releases since 2021, this show has grown fast. The central question each episode asks is simple: does this movie actually deserve its bad reputation, or is it secretly good?

Episodes tend to run long -- two to two and a half hours -- which gives the hosts plenty of room to really dig into a film. They cover a lot of 80s and 90s cinema, with recent episodes tackling Lake Placid, Rhinestone, and Space Truckers. The extended runtime works because the group dynamic stays engaging; they riff off each other naturally and bring different perspectives to the same film. Bonus mailbag episodes break up the schedule, featuring listener voicemails and emails that add a community element.

The show is produced by Cowboy Jack Pictures and has expanded to include a YouTube presence and merchandise. There is a Patreon for supporters. The listener interaction is a real strength here -- voicemails and letters get genuine responses, and the audience clearly feels like part of the conversation. If you like your bad movie discussions thorough, funny, and long enough to really marinate in the absurdity, Bad Movies Rule! delivers exactly that.

Paul, J, and Mike host B-Movie Mania, a bi-monthly review podcast with the tagline "where low budgets meet high praise." The show has 301 episodes dating back to 2017, a 4.4-star rating, and a genuine love for obscure movies that most people will never hear about outside this podcast. These are not mainstream bad movies -- the hosts seek out truly deep cuts from the fringes of cinema.

The format mixes full-length reviews that can run anywhere from 22 to 80-plus minutes with shorter Quick Takes episodes for faster coverage. Special episodes pop up around holidays -- Halloween and Thanksgiving specials are recurring traditions. There are also bonus teaser episodes that come with drinking rules for when you watch the movie yourself, which is a fun touch. Occasional guest appearances keep the roster fresh.

The hosts have a loose, enthusiastic energy and clearly enjoy each other's company. Mike is a fan favorite based on listener reviews. They also organize an annual B-Movie Marathon event, which speaks to the community they have built around the show. The website at bmoviemania.com serves as a hub for the extended content. If you have exhausted the well-known bad movies and want a podcast that consistently surfaces films you have never heard of, B-Movie Mania specializes in exactly that kind of discovery.

Corey, Nick, and Gina hosted B Movie Breakdown for over a decade, wrapping up the show in February 2024 after 467 episodes. The podcast billed itself as the "home of the good, the bad and the WTF" and delivered exactly that -- weekly explorations of awesomely bad movies, shows, and other media content with humor and genuine knowledge. The show holds a 4.0-star rating from 28 reviews.

The format was conversational and inclusive. Each episode's movie pick was revealed on the prior episode so listeners could watch along and participate in the discussion, which gave the show a built-in community element. The trio had a natural chemistry that reviewers frequently described as hilarious, and their knowledge of B-movie trivia and production history ran deep. Episodes ranged from 43 minutes to over an hour and a half depending on how much the film gave them to work with.

Occasional spinoff series like After The Sun Goes Down, which covered Baywatch Nights, showed the hosts' willingness to go weird places. The back catalog is enormous and covers a huge variety of films across decades. While the show is no longer producing new episodes, that decade-plus archive represents a massive resource for anyone looking to discover bad movies they have never considered. It is worth browsing through the episode list and picking out titles that catch your eye.

Jordan and Alicia, sometimes joined by Peter, take on both critically acclaimed films and notable disasters in The B Movie Beatdown, which launched in 2023 and has put out 113 episodes so far. The tagline is "Sleeper Hits and Midnight Misses," and the show lives up to it by covering a surprisingly wide range. A perfect 5.0-star rating from early reviews, though the sample size is still small at 5 ratings.

New episodes drop every Tuesday, and the hosts maintain Letterboxd profiles (Absolute_trash, SlenderJames, Petedown) where you can follow their viewing habits between episodes. Recent coverage includes films like Raiders of the Sun from 1992 and the original Texas Chain Saw Massacre, which shows they are not limiting themselves to one era or genre. The discussions blend comedy with actual film analysis, and the hosts are clearly having a good time with the material.

The show is hosted on Libsyn and has an active social media presence on Instagram and Facebook. They are a newer entry in the bad movie podcast space, but the consistent Tuesday release schedule and growing episode count suggest real commitment. Jordan and Alicia have a natural rapport that carries the longer episodes, and Peter's occasional appearances add a third perspective when the movie warrants it. A solid pick for listeners who want fresh voices in the B-movie conversation.

Dominic Lawton and Ken B Wild host The Bad Movie Cult Podcast, a bi-weekly show that has been exploring cult cinema and the worst that Hollywood has to offer since 2020. With 160 episodes, a 4.6-star rating from 25 reviews, and a companion website at badmoviecult.com, the show has built a loyal following over six years.

The format has a fun twist beyond the standard review: after breaking down each film, the hosts pitch their own hypothetical movie ideas inspired by what they just watched. These creative pitch segments add a layer of imagination that most bad movie podcasts skip entirely. It turns each episode into something more interactive and unpredictable, because you get to hear Dominic and Ken riff on what they would have done differently -- or what even worse movie they could dream up.

Special episodes include birthday celebrations, year-end roundups of the best and worst films they covered, and mailbag Q&A bonus episodes where listeners get to steer the conversation. The show also has a Patreon for additional content. The bi-weekly schedule gives each episode room to breathe, and the hosts bring real enthusiasm and knowledge about film history to their discussions. If you want a bad movie podcast that goes beyond just reacting to terrible films and actually engages creatively with the material, this one has a unique angle.

Peter and Ryan have been hosting B Movies and Beyond since 2015, putting out 206 weekly episodes that combine trailer breakdowns, Hollywood news, and movie reviews served with crude humor and strong opinions. The show holds a 5.0-star rating from 13 reviews and has carved out a comfortable spot in the bad movie podcast landscape by being more than just a review show.

The structure gives each episode a few distinct sections: trailers for upcoming releases, current news from the film industry, and then the main review. That variety means you get a broader sense of what is happening in cinema alongside the B-movie content, which makes for a more complete listening experience. Episodes typically run between an hour and ninety minutes, and the two hosts fill that time with the kind of banter that comes from years of recording together.

Peter and Ryan have a genuine fondness for independent and low-budget filmmaking, and that comes through in how they talk about even the worst movies on their list. They are not just dunking on bad films for laughs -- there is real appreciation for the effort that goes into making a movie on no budget. The website bmoviesbeyond.com hosts the full archive. Listeners regularly cite the hosts' chemistry and their ability to surface independent films that fly completely under the radar as the main reasons they keep coming back.

Duncan McLeish and The Baz launched B-Movie Blitzkrieg in 2025 as a deliberately compact alternative to the marathon-length bad movie podcasts that dominate the space. With 20 episodes and a biweekly schedule, the show is brand new but already has a clear identity: bite-sized chunks of B-movie entertainment that fit neatly into a commute or lunch break, with episodes running right around 30 minutes each.

The hosts cover a range of decades and genres. Recent episodes have tackled Night of the Comet from 1984, Shakma from 1990, and Blackenstein from 1973, with The Warriors from 1979 on deck. That mix of 70s exploitation, 80s cult classics, and 90s oddities shows good taste in curation. Duncan and The Baz bring comedic commentary to each film and seem to genuinely enjoy the discovery process of finding and sharing obscure movies.

The show currently has a 5.0-star rating, though with just one review, that number will inevitably shift as the audience grows. Being so new means the back catalog is small, but the biweekly cadence keeps content coming steadily. If you have always wanted to get into bad movie podcasts but felt intimidated by shows with 500-plus episode archives and two-hour runtimes, B-Movie Blitzkrieg is a perfect entry point. Short, focused, and fun.

Neil, Caleb, Sandra, and producer Scott run The CULTSHOW, which started as a campy YouTube series and expanded into a podcast. The show is produced by B-Movie Media and has 100 episodes since 2019, with a 4.3-star rating from 15 reviews. What makes it unusual is the live broadcast component: episodes air on CULTSHOW Radio during the second and fourth Thursdays at 7pm on KRJF 92.3 FM in Santa Rosa and KWTF 88.1 FM in Bodega Bay, California.

The focus is primarily horror, though comedy, fantasy, and sci-fi all get attention. The hosts describe the show as "outrageous discussions" and they lean into that energy. Episodes run about ninety minutes and feature a mix of film reviews, viewer picks, ranking games, and themed discussions. The live format gives the show an immediacy that pre-recorded podcasts lack -- the hosts are reacting in real time and feeding off each other's energy without the safety net of editing.

Beyond the audio, the hosts stream on YouTube and have built what they call The Cult Family, an active online community around the show. The combination of radio broadcast, podcast, and YouTube presence gives the show multiple entry points for new listeners. If you like your B-movie talk loud, opinionated, and with a strong horror lean, The CULTSHOW brings a scrappy, independent media energy that bigger shows cannot replicate.

Jack, Derrick, and Whitney form the core of Bad Movies Worse People, a weekly podcast from Worse People Productions that has put out 208 episodes. The show holds a 4.4-star rating from 7 reviews and takes a comedic approach to box office bombs and poorly acted films, with each episode ending in a verdict: recommend or skip.

The recommend-or-skip structure gives every episode a clear payoff. The hosts are not just talking about bad movies for the sake of it -- they are actively evaluating whether the badness crosses over into entertainment. Jack and Derrick also produce a companion show called Han Took Shots First, where they work through the live-action Star Wars films chronologically with comedic commentary, so if you like their style you have more content to explore.

The Patreon tier runs three to five dollars a month and offers ad-free episodes plus exclusive content. Merchandise is available through their webstore. The show has a straightforward, unpretentious energy -- three people watching terrible movies and having fun talking about them. The weekly schedule keeps the content flowing steadily, and 208 episodes means there is a healthy back catalog to explore. If you appreciate a show that commits to an actual opinion on each film rather than just riffing without a conclusion, Bad Movies Worse People gives you that clear-cut assessment every time.

Jesse Stratton and Mike McDonald bring completely different perspectives to Celluloid Dumpster Fire, and that contrast is what makes the show work. Jesse is a lifelong bad movie obsessive -- this is his passion, his comfort zone, his thing. Mike, on the other hand, is watching these films for the very first time. That dynamic creates a natural tension between the seasoned fan and the bewildered newcomer that keeps every episode interesting.

The show ran from 2020 through 2024 with 100 biweekly episodes and a perfect 5.0-star rating, though from only 3 reviews. Episodes run between 43 minutes and an hour and a half, covering classic and modern low-budget films across the full spectrum of schlock cinema. Recent episodes tackled The Dark Backward from 1991, 976-EVIL from 1988, and Rock 'n' Roll High School from 1979 -- a nice cross-section of decades and tones.

The "appreciation podcast" in the full title is doing real work. Jesse genuinely loves these movies and wants to share that love with Mike, who has to figure out in real time whether each film is brilliant or irredeemable. Theme music by CollinDomo. Listeners can leave voice messages through Speakpipe, and merchandise is available through the official store. The show may no longer be producing new episodes, but the 100-episode archive is a well-curated tour through B-movie history.

Paul and Corey kept B-Movie Bros running from 2016 through 2024, stacking up an impressive 461 episodes along the way. The show holds a 4.4-star rating from 9 reviews and takes a distinctive approach: episodes are short. Really short. Most clock in between 9 and 16 minutes, which is practically unheard of in a genre where two-hour runtimes are common. They also drink while reviewing, which adds a loose, party-like energy to every episode.

Each review follows a consistent structure: what is good about the film, what is bad, quotable moments worth remembering, and drinking metrics. That last category is unique to this show and fits the vibe perfectly. The hosts also organize episodes into themed months -- Kaiju Month, Christmas Horror Month, Cult Classic Month -- which gives the catalog a browsable structure. Recent coverage included Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 and Godzilla vs Space Godzilla, both firmly in the wheelhouse.

The show actively welcomed submissions from independent filmmakers at bmoviebros@gmail.com, which connected the podcast to the broader indie film community. The website bmoviebros.com and social media accounts on Twitter, Minds, and Facebook rounded out the presence. While no longer producing new episodes, the 461-episode archive is perfect for short listens -- you can knock out three or four episodes in the time most bad movie podcasts spend on one film.

Emma and David host I See Bad Movies with the straightforward promise that they watch bad films so you do not have to. The show has 71 episodes across 11 seasons, a 5.0-star rating from 3 reviews, and a biweekly release schedule. What sets it apart is the seasonal structure: each season focuses on a specific genre or theme, which turns the podcast into a curated film course rather than a random grab bag.

Season 11, for example, is dedicated entirely to American martial arts films. The lineup includes Samurai Cop, Miami Connection, Double Dragon, Kickboxer, The Last Dragon, and American Ninja. Previous seasons presumably followed similar thematic arcs, which means you can pick the genre that interests you most and listen to a focused run of episodes about it. That level of organization is unusual in the bad movie space.

Listeners compare the experience to having a good laugh with friends, and Emma and David do have that casual, comfortable dynamic. The show is hosted on Acast and the most recent episode landed in December 2025. The episode count is modest at 71, but the seasonal format means each one is part of a larger conversation about a specific corner of cinema. If you prefer your bad movie podcasts with a thematic focus rather than a scattershot approach, I See Bad Movies offers a structured alternative to the more chaotic shows in this category.