The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is joined by actress Katie Barberi for a conversation that takes us through an incredible Hollywood journey — from growing up between Mexico and the United States to becoming a working actress across film, television, theater, and some of the biggest telenovelas in the world.And, of course, we're talking about the movie that brings us here: Not Quite Human II, where Katie plays Roberta, a female android who finds herself at the center of Chip's college adventures.But Not Quite Human II is just one stop on a career that includes Garbage Pail Kids, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Kids Incorporated, Disney projects, telenovelas, theater, and so much more.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is stepping into the ring for one of the most iconic sequels of the 1980s — Rocky III!Rocky is at the top of the world, but success has made him comfortable. Then along comes Clubber Lang, played by the legendary Mr. T, ready to knock Rocky off his throne. After a devastating loss and the death of Mickey, Rocky has to find his hunger again — and he gets some help from the last person you might expect: his former rival, Apollo Creed.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is joined by the one and only Patti Negri as we get ready to revisit one of the biggest sequels of the 1980s — Rocky III!Before becoming known as the “Good Witch of Hollywood,” psychic-medium, author, and familiar face from Ghost Adventures, Patti had a fascinating career in Hollywood that included appearing in Rocky III. We talk about her memories of being around Sylvester Stallone and the cast, what it was like being part of such an iconic movie, and the journey that eventually led her into the paranormal world. We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel is going back into action with Lethal Weapon 4, the fourth and final installment of the original Lethal Weapon series.With Riggs and Murtaugh getting older, babies on the way, Leo Getz back in the mix, and a new villain who can actually go toe-to-toe with Riggs and Murtaugh, there's A LOT happening in this one.We dig into everything, including:

Doug is taking a little break this week after getting sick on vacation, but we couldn't leave you hanging! So we're re-releasing one of our favorite aquatic disasters—and with summer winding down, consider this your official warning:WATCH OUT FOR FLYING PIRANHAS!

Next week, we're heading back into the world of Lethal Weapon 4 — but this week, we're joined by one of Hollywood's most accomplished stuntwomen and stunt doubles, Lisa Hoyle!Lisa has spent more than 35 years performing the dangerous, demanding, and often completely invisible work that makes movie magic possible. From circus performer to professional stuntwoman, Lisa's career includes doubling some of Hollywood's biggest stars and performing some truly insane high-risk stunts.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel picks up the phone one more time as we dive into Scream 7, the latest entry in one of horror's most consistently entertaining franchises.With familiar faces, new victims, brutal Ghostface attacks, and plenty of twists, Scream 7 continues the legacy of Wes Craven's iconic slasher while giving fans plenty to debate.We dig into everything, including:

Next week, we're slicing into Scream 7—but this week, we're joined by veteran stunt performer Brian Neal, whose journey from background actor to doubling some of Hollywood's biggest stars is nothing short of incredible.Brian shares how a chance opportunity on set launched him into the world of stunt work, and what it takes to perform some of the most dangerous action sequences in film and television.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads from the jungle to the scorching streets of Los Angeles for Predator 2—the ambitious sequel that dared to expand the Predator universe instead of simply repeating the original.While it lived in the shadow of Schwarzenegger's classic for years, Predator 2 has grown into one of the franchise's most beloved entries, packed with incredible world-building, memorable action, and some of the best Predator mythology in the series.We dig into everything, including:

Next week, we're diving into the urban jungle of Predator 2 — but this week, we're joined by New Jersey native and legendary special effects artist Mike Spatola!Mike has had an incredible career in practical effects, makeup, and filmmaking, with credits spanning some of the most beloved genre films and TV shows ever made. From zombies and cyborgs to creatures and monsters, Mike has truly seen it all.In this episode, we talk about:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads to New Orleans for Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh, the sequel that expands the mythology of one of horror's most iconic urban legends.Trading Chicago's Cabrini-Green for Mardi Gras and Southern Gothic vibes, Candyman 2 dives deeper into Daniel Robitaille's tragic past, family lineage, and the curse that continues to haunt generations.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with veteran actor Randy Oglesby, whose career spans decades of memorable roles across film and television. Before we dive into Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh next week, Randy shares stories from an incredible career that's taken him from cult horror to prestige television—and now into the Marvel universe.Whether you've seen him in Godless, WandaVision, Sharp Objects, or countless other projects, Randy has quietly built one of Hollywood's most impressive character actor résumés.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads back to the most cursed corner of found-footage horror with Hell House LLC: Lineage, the latest chapter in the franchise that refuses to let the Abaddon Hotel die.Expanding the mythology while delivering plenty of creepy moments, Lineage attempts to connect the past, present, and future of the Hell House universe — and gives fans plenty to debate along the way.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with actor, producer, writer, and filmmaker Jim Klock. Before we dive into Hell House LLC: Lineage, Jim shares his incredible journey from a career in law enforcement to building a successful life in the entertainment industry.Jim's path to Hollywood wasn't conventional, but it's proof that passion, perseverance, and a little help from the right people can completely change your life.We get into everything, including:

This week on The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel, we had a change of plans. The sequel we originally wanted to cover, McBride: Semper Fi, was only available in a grainy, nearly unwatchable version, so for our 420th episode, we pivoted to something much more appropriate: Cheech & Chong's Next Movie.And honestly? It may have been fate.The iconic comedy duo returns for a sequel that somehow manages to be even more ridiculous, meandering, and hilarious than the original. There's no real plot, no real destination, and somehow that's exactly the point.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with actress and acting teacher Alyson Croft, whose career began at a young age with a memorable role in the cult sci-fi franchise Trancers.From playing Baby McNulty in Trancers and returning in Trancers II, to dedicating her career to helping aspiring actors find their voice, Alyson shares an inspiring journey filled with creativity, passion, and a genuine love for the craft.We get into everything, including:⚡ Landing the role of Baby McNulty in Trancers and becoming part of a cult sci-fi classic

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads to Fort Lauderdale for Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise — the beach-party sequel that somehow doubles down on every weird, ridiculous, and wildly '80s thing from the original.We're also taking a moment to honor the recently passed Robert Carradine and Donald Gibb, two unforgettable performers who helped make this franchise a cult classic.Trading college campuses for convention chaos and tropical insanity, Nerds II delivers musical numbers, bizarre pranks, and enough questionable decisions to fill an entire resort.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel locks itself inside Escape Plan 2: Hades — the sequel that takes the grounded prison-break concept from the original and launches it into full sci-fi action insanity.With shifting prisons, digital mind games, endless betrayals, and a whole lot of punching, Escape Plan 2 somehow manages to be both wildly confusing and incredibly entertaining.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with stuntman Vic Plajas, whose journey from teaching martial arts to working on major film and TV productions is packed with incredible stories, brutal stunt work, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood chaos.Before we tackle Escape Plan 2 next week, Vic shares what it really takes to survive in the stunt world — from taking hits on screen to working alongside action legends.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel heads back into the jungle for Missing in Action 2: The Beginning — the prequel/sequel packed with prison camp explosions, one-man-army heroics, and peak Cannon Films energy.And yes… this was Jamie's Hall Pass pick, so you already know we're in for over-the-top '80s action insanity.Serving as a prequel to the original, Missing in Action 2 doubles down on everything you'd want from a Chuck Norris action movie: impossible escapes, evil villains, endless explosions, and enough slow-motion stares to power an entire franchise.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel tackles Critters 3, the third entry in the cult creature-feature franchise — and yes, this is the one with a very young Leonardo DiCaprio.Trading the small-town setting for a rundown apartment building, Critters 3 goes full low-budget sequel mode with greedy landlords, weird tenants, and furry alien monsters causing total chaos.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with veteran character actor Geoffrey Blake, whose career spans comedy classics, cult favorites, prestige TV, and one very famous early Leonardo DiCaprio sequel appearance in Critters 3.From scene-stealing supporting roles to unforgettable character work, Geoffrey has been part of some truly iconic projects — and he brought incredible stories, humor, and insight to this conversation.We get into everything, including:

RE-RELEASE After covering some seriously high body count movies (Samurai Cop 2, Sudden Impact, Death Wish 3), we're switching things up with a sequel where the dead body is the MAIN CHARACTER — Weekend at Bernie's II.Yes… Bernie is back. And somehow, things get even weirder.This week, we're joined by returning guest Gina (from our Karate Kid Part III episode) to help us make sense of a sequel that throws logic out the window and replaces it with voodoo, island vibes, and pure chaos.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel takes on American Ninja 3: Blood Hunt, the third entry in the cult-favorite action franchise — and this one was a Doug hall pass pick, so you know it's going to get wild.With a new lead, over-the-top villains, and peak late-'80s action energy, American Ninja 3 leans all the way into ridiculous fun, questionable logic, and nonstop martial arts mayhem.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel dives into Saw VI, one of the most socially charged and surprisingly deep entries in the franchise.Blending brutal traps with commentary on the healthcare system, Saw VI takes the series in a bold direction while continuing the legacy of Jigsaw and his disciples.We dig into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel sits down with actress Karen Cliche, whose career spans cult TV favorites, horror hits, and action-packed roles — including her unforgettable turn in Saw VI.Karen shares an incredible journey from growing up in a military family to stepping into the worlds of modeling and acting, carving out a unique path in the entertainment industry along the way.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel dives into Detective Knight: Redemption, the second entry in the Bruce Willis-led action trilogy that blends Christmas chaos, prison breaks, and a surprisingly wild storyline.Part action thriller, part holiday crime movie, and fully packed with over-the-top moments, Detective Knight: Redemption swings big with its twists, characters, and nonstop “wait… what?” moments.We dig into everything, including:

This week we're joined by writer/director Edward Drake to talk about the making of Detective Knight: Redemption and his journey from Australia to directing feature films in Hollywood.Edward shares what it was like stepping behind the camera for an action franchise entry, navigating indie filmmaking realities, and collaborating with major talent — all while carving out his own voice as a storyteller.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel revisits Psycho IV: The Beginning, the made-for-TV prequel/sequel that dives back into the twisted psyche of Norman Bates — and we're joined by horror sequel expert Chris Egan to help unpack it all.Serving as both an origin story and a continuation, Psycho IV explores Norman's traumatic past while connecting directly to the legacy of one of horror's most iconic characters.We dig into everything, including:

Next week, we are discussing Psycho IV: The Beginning, and this week we're talking with the film's director, horror legend Mick Garris.Before we break down Norman Bates' origin story, we sit down with the man behind the camera to explore one of the most fascinating careers in genre filmmaking. From Amblin to Stephen King adaptations, from Star Wars to Spielberg, Mick's Hollywood journey is packed with stories you truly can't make up.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel dives headfirst into the glossy, twist-obsessed world of Wild Things 2 — the direct-to-video sequel that tries very hard to out-sleaze, out-twist, and out-confuse the original.From soap-opera logic to sudden betrayals, Wild Things 2 is the kind of movie that makes you question everything… including whether the script was written in chronological order.We break down all the madness, including:

This week, we're diving into the steamy, twist-filled sequel Wild Things 2 (now streaming on Tubi) — and for it, we're joined by casting director Michael Testa, the man behind the scenes helping shape countless careers and characters in Hollywood.Casting directors rarely get the spotlight, but Michael's stories prove just how much power, chaos, and instinct go into choosing the right actor for the right role.We get into everything, including:

This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel takes on one of the greatest sequels ever made — Bride of Frankenstein — and we're joined by a very special guest, Antonia Carlotta, whose family history is deeply connected to Universal and the classic monster era itself.Bride of Frankenstein isn't just a sequel — it's a landmark in film history. Bigger, stranger, funnier, and more emotional than the original, it helped define what sequels could be while cementing Universal Monsters as true pop culture icons.We dig into it all, including:⚡ Why Bride of Frankenstein is often considered superior to the original

We're kicking off the New Year with a BIG one — actor Keith Coogan joins The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel to start the year off right. And if that's not enough, next week we're covering one of the greatest sequels of all time… Bride of Frankenstein.

We did it. 400 episodes.This week, The Good, The Bad, and The Sequel hits a massive milestone, and we're celebrating the only way we know how — by looking back at 2025, handing out some extremely unofficial awards, and reflecting on the wild ride that got us here.From cult sequels and surprise gems to absolute disasters we'll never forget, this episode is a full-on victory lap for a year packed with movie madness, incredible guests, and way too many bad decisions (on screen and off).We break it all down, including:

This week, we're celebrating the holidays the wrong way with Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 — the sequel that somehow became more famous than the original by recycling footage, unleashing unhinged line deliveries, and giving us one of the greatest moments in horror history.We break down all the madness, including:

This week, we're heading back underground with Tremors 5: Bloodlines — the sequel that resurrected the franchise, sent Burt Gummer to South Africa, and proved you can never have too many guns when fighting Graboids.We dig into everything that makes this late-entry sequel surprisingly fun (and occasionally baffling), including:

Next week we're heading into monster-hunting mayhem with Tremors 5: Bloodlines — but this week, we're talking with one of South Africa's busiest and most versatile actors: Brandon Auret!If you love action films, behind-the-scenes stories from international productions, or the grind of building a career across TV, movies, and producing, this episode is absolutely for you. Brandon's career spans decades — from early soap opera fame to working with Hollywood heavyweights and launching his own production company.In this episode we talk about:

This week, we're diving into the explosive, ridiculous, joke-a-second world of Hot Shots! Part Deux — a sequel that proves parody films can be smart, sharp, and absolutely unhinged all at once.We break down everything that makes this one of the best spoof sequels ever made, including:

Next week we're diving into the wild, over-the-top world of Hot Shots! Part Deux — but this week, we're sitting down with an absolute icon of strength, grit, and '90s TV greatness… Raye “Zap” Hollitt from American Gladiators!Whether you grew up glued to the Eliminator, love behind-the-scenes stories from peak '90s action TV, or just want to hear an inspiring journey from small-town beginnings to national fame, this episode is for you. Raye was one of the ORIGINAL Gladiators, and her story is incredible.In this episode we talk about:

This week, we're stepping back into the sun-drenched world of Renegade for its two-part TV movie Fighting Cage — a wild ride packed with American Gladiators, killer guest stars, and some truly legendary '90s hair choices.We dig into everything that makes this double episode a blast, including:

Next week we're covering her Renegade TV movie Fighting Cage — but this week, we're chatting with the unforgettable American Gladiator herself, Lori “Ice” Fetrick.”If you grew up on American Gladiators, love '90s action TV, or can't get enough behind-the-scenes stories from the arena, this episode is absolutely for you. Lori became a fan favorite on Gladiators, and her career goes way beyond the Joust and Powerball.We get into everything, including:

This week, we're heading back to Elm Street for A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors — the sequel that cranked up the dream logic, the special effects, and Freddy's sense of humor.We break down what makes this one such a fan favorite, including:

Next week , we're heading back to dreamland with Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors — but this week, we're talking with the legendary production designer and art director Mick Strawn.If you love ‘80s horror, practical effects, or behind-the-scenes movie chaos, this one's for you. Mick's been part of so many cult classics, from Runaway Train and Blade to his unforgettable work on A Nightmare on Elm Street 3 & 4.We cover it all, including:

This week, we're logging back into the Grid for Tron: Legacy — Disney's big-budget sequel that's equal parts visual feast and plot puzzle. With a soundtrack by Daft Punk, digital Jeff Bridges, and light cycles that make zero sense, this movie is definitely something to behold.We cover it all, including:

Next week we're diving into the digital frontier with Tron: Legacy - but this week, we're talking with the incredible actor Conrad Coates.You've seen Conrad in everything from Fargo (alongside Jon Hamm) to Star Trek: Discovery, Narcos, The Expanse, and more. Beyond his screen credits, he's also shaping the next generation of talent through his Coates and Company Acting Studio.Conrad shared so many fascinating stories, including:⚡ What it was like working with Jon Hamm on Fargo

This week, we're braving the beaks and feathers in a sequel no one really asked for — The Birds II: Land's End.It's part family drama, part Hitchcock homage, and part “why are these seagulls so angry?” energy.We covered it all, including:

This week, we're sniffing out crime in the final chapter of the cop-and-canine saga — K-9: P.I. starring Jim Belushi.It's part buddy cop movie, part midlife crisis, and part “wait… is that the same dog from the original?” energy.We covered it all, including:

Next week, we are sniffing out crime with K-9 PI, but this week we are talking with actor Matthew Bennett.You may recognize Matthew from Battlestar Galactica, Just One of the Girls (with Corey Haim), and K-9 PI. Today, he balances his acting career with a passion for photography — but he's still booking new roles, most recently on Law & Order Toronto.Matthew shared so many great stories, including:Working alongside Corey Haim on Just One of the GirlsThe role that literally got him an air conditionerHis time on K-9 PI and stepping into sequels with a loyal four-legged co-starHis ongoing photography career and creative projectsReflections on acting across TV and film, from cult favorites to mainstream hits

This week, we're diving into a wild and often-forgotten sequel — The NeverEnding Story III.Yes, it's the one with Jack Black, Barky the tree, and enough shopping montages to qualify as a 90s time capsule. And while this one didn't hit U.S. theaters, it's a ride that has to be seen to be believed (and you can still watch it free on YouTube

Next week, we're heading back to Fantasia (and a little ‘90s nostalgia) with The NeverEnding Story III — and for it, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with actress Melody Kay.You may know Melody from Camp Nowhere or The NeverEnding Story III, but after an early rise in Hollywood, she stepped away from acting to raise her family. Now she's back and starring in the new film Round the Decay.Melody opened up about:How she landed her breakout roles in the ‘90sBehind-the-scenes chaos and fun from Camp Nowhere and The NeverEnding Story IIIWhat it was like to work internationally at such a young ageWhy she decided to step away from Hollywood and what brought her backHer experience returning to set for Round the DecayAnd plenty of personal stories that fans will love