Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast
Hack or Slash is a weekly horror movie review podcast from a panel of horror fans who rate films as a hack or a slash. With 410 episodes since 2020 and episodes typically running about 60 minutes, the show has an estimated 5,000 to 20,000 downloads per episode. Estimated host-read rate is $90 to $500 per episode.
Engaged horror fans hearing weekly reviews of new slasher and horror releases
- 410 episodes since 2020 with a weekly Friday release schedule
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.2 from 246 ratings
- Episodes around 60 minutes, leaving room for a host-read mid-roll
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted panel discussion, movie review, ranking segment
- Tone
- playful, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 50 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; a Patreon funding link is listed in the feed and on the website.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag set to 1, and titles such as Resident Evil and The Purge: Anarchy indicate graphic horror content.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.hackorslash.live |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1296022564 |
| RSS feed | rss.buzzsprout.com/2619472.rss |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Lake | Ep. 1: Camp Crystal | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 1 min |
| Bride of Chucky (1998) | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 24 min |
| Carrie (2026) | Episode 1: First Period | 2026-10-09 | 48 min |
| Resident Evil (2026) | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 34 min |
| 31 Days of Horror | 2026 Kickoff | 2026-10-01 | 23 min |
| Buddy (2026) | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 2 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Each week a panel of horror fans discuss horror movies past and present. We believe horror is for everyone, regardless of how familiar you are with the genre, or which flavor of fear you fancy most. We dissect new releases, compare originals to reboots, and tell you whether or not the movies are a hack (a waste of time) or a slash (totally killer - pun intended).
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About Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast
Hack or Slash is a weekly horror movie review podcast that asks a panel of horror fans to judge films as a hack or a slash. The show covers new releases, reboots, original films and slasher rankings, with episodes typically running about an hour. The website describes the show as launching in October 2017 and releasing new episodes every Friday.
The show has 410 episodes in its feed and an Apple Podcasts rating of 4.2 from 246 ratings. Estimated audience is 5,000 to 20,000 downloads per episode; this is an estimate based on rating count and show signals, not a published figure. Listeners likely skew toward horror fans in the 25 to 34 range, though this is estimated.
No sponsors were seen in the feed or the recent episode list. An estimated host-read mid-roll would range from $90 to $500 per episode. The show suits brands selling to horror fans, such as streaming services and genre merchandise, that can accept graphic content.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast
How much does Hack or Slash charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 20,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would range from about $90 to $500. Rates are an estimate and depend on the final booking terms.
What is Hack or Slash about?
Hack or Slash is a weekly horror movie review podcast where a panel of horror fans rates films as a hack or a slash. It covers new releases, reboots and classic slashers.
How do I contact Hack or Slash about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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