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Johnny Has the Keys

Tim Smith & David Horton

Johnny Has the Keys is a Horror and Science Fiction podcast, deciphering inspirations, influences, and parallels within the genre. It is the indulgence of life-long friends, David Horton and Tim Smith, and it presented via the magic of podcasting with their enthusiastic –albeit sometimes, sarcastic and profane—commentary. If you’re seeking geeked-out wisdom for all things creepy and spacey, then you have stumbled upon the right show. Uncles Tim and David are prepared to escort you through the long

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Ep. 07-40: The Conjuring (2013) & The Conjuring 2 (2016)

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2025/06/16

THE CONJURING (2013)—Based on real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, The Conjuring follows the couple as they help a family tormented by a dark presence in their farmhouse. As supernatural events escalate, the Warrens uncover a chilling history tied to witchcraft and possession. With atmospheric direction, eerie set pieces, and strong performances, this modern … Continue reading Ep. 07-40: The Conjuring (2013) & The Conjuring 2 (2016) →

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Ep. 07-39: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)

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2025/06/09

ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY (2016)—A group of unlikely heroes band together on a desperate mission to steal the plans for the Death Star, the Empire’s ultimate weapon of destruction. Led by the fierce and determined Jyn Erso, the rebels face impossible odds in a gritty battle that sets the stage for the events … Continue reading Ep. 07-39: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) →

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Ep. 07-38: Evil Dead Rise (2023)

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2025/06/02

EVIL DEAD RISE (2023)—A new chapter in the Evil Dead saga, Evil Dead Rise swaps the familiar cabin-in-the-woods setting for a rundown Los Angeles apartment, where a demonic book unleashes pure terror. Estranged sisters, Beth and Ellie, reunite just as a horrifying evil possesses Ellie, turning her into a nightmarish force of destruction. As the … Continue reading Ep. 07-38: Evil Dead Rise (2023) →

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Ep. 07-37: The Evil Dead (1981) REDUX

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2025/05/26

THE EVIL DEAD (1981) A group of friends ventures to a remote cabin in the woods, where they unwittingly unleash an ancient evil from the Book of the Dead. As demonic forces possess them one by one, survivor Ash Williams (Bruce Campbell) must battle relentless horrors in a night of unimaginable terror. Sam Raimi’s The … Continue reading Ep. 07-37: The Evil Dead (1981) REDUX →

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Ep. 07-36: Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

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2025/05/19

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER (2014)—Steve Rogers, aka Captain America, struggles to adapt to the modern world but faces a greater challenge when S.H.I.E.L.D. is infiltrated by a deadly conspiracy. As he teams up with Black Widow and a new ally, Falcon, they uncover a sinister plot tied to a mysterious assassin—the Winter Soldier. With … Continue reading Ep. 07-36: Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) →

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Ep. 07-35: The Black Phone (2021)

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2025/05/12

THE BLACK PHONE (2021)—A shy but resilient boy is abducted by a sadistic killer and locked in a soundproof basement. When a disconnected black phone mysteriously begins to ring, he discovers he can hear the voices of the killer’s past victims—each offering him cryptic advice on how to survive. As time runs out, he must … Continue reading Ep. 07-35: The Black Phone (2021) →

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Ep. 07-34: The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) REDUX

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2025/05/05

THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL (1951)—A flying saucer lands in Washington, D.C., carrying Klaatu, a humanoid alien, and Gort, his powerful robot enforcer. Klaatu brings a dire warning: humanity must abandon its violent ways or face destruction. As the world reacts with fear and aggression, Klaatu moves among humans to understand them, forming a … Continue reading Ep. 07-34: The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) REDUX →

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Ep. 07-33: The Sentinel (1977)

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2025/04/28

THE SENTINEL (1977)—A young fashion model, Alison Parker, moves into a Brooklyn brownstone, hoping for a fresh start. But strange neighbors, eerie occurrences, and a reclusive blind priest on the top floor hint at something sinister. As Alison unravels the building’s horrifying secret, she discovers a terrifying connection to her own past. A chilling mix … Continue reading Ep. 07-33: The Sentinel (1977) →

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Ep. 07-32: The Artifice Girl (2022)

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2025/04/21

THE ARTIFICE GIRL (2022)—A team of investigators interrogates Gareth, a reclusive programmer, about a revolutionary AI designed to lure and catch online predators. As the conversation unfolds, the true nature of the artificial intelligence—named Cherry—comes into question. What begins as a promising tool for justice evolves into an ethical and philosophical debate about sentience, autonomy, … Continue reading Ep. 07-32: The Artifice Girl (2022) →

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Ep. 07-31: The Norliss Tapes (1973)

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2025/04/14

THE NORLISS TAPES (1973)—A journalist investigating the occult, David Norliss, records his findings on a series of tapes before mysteriously vanishing. As his tapes unravel, they reveal a chilling tale of a wealthy widow, her reanimated sculptor husband, and an ancient supernatural force. This eerie made-for-TV horror film, directed by Dan Curtis, blends investigative mystery … Continue reading Ep. 07-31: The Norliss Tapes (1973) →

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Ep. 07-30: Super 8 (2011)

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2025/04/07

SUPER 8 (2011)—A group of young friends in 1979 witness a catastrophic train crash while making a Super 8 movie, only to discover that something inhuman has escaped the wreckage. As their small town experiences bizarre and dangerous events, the kids uncover a government conspiracy and a creature desperate to return home. Directed by J.J. … Continue reading Ep. 07-30: Super 8 (2011) →

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Ep. 07-29: Brainstorm (1983)

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2025/03/31

BRAINSTORM (1983) follows scientists Michael Brace (Christopher Walken) and Lillian Reynolds (Louise Fletcher), who develop a revolutionary device that records and plays back human experiences. As they push its boundaries, the technology’s potential becomes both exhilarating and dangerous. When corporate greed and government interference threaten its misuse, Michael faces moral and personal dilemmas. Blending cutting-edge … Continue reading Ep. 07-29: Brainstorm (1983) →

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Ep. 07-28: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane (1962) &...

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2025/03/24

In What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962), faded child star Baby Jane Hudson cares for her wheelchair-bound sister, Blanche, a former movie star herself. Trapped in their decaying Hollywood mansion, their relationship devolves into psychological torment as Jane’s jealousy and guilt spiral into cruelty. As secrets about their shared past emerge, the lines between … Continue reading Ep. 07-28: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane (1962) & Hush… Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964) →

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Ep. 07-27: The Andromeda Strain (1971)

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2025/03/17

THE ANDROMEDA STRAIN (1971)—A satellite crash-lands near a small town, unleashing a deadly extraterrestrial microorganism that rapidly kills almost everyone in its path. A team of elite scientists is assembled at a high-tech underground lab to study and contain the organism, dubbed “Andromeda.” As they race against time to prevent a global catastrophe, they unravel … Continue reading Ep. 07-27: The Andromeda Strain (1971) →

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Ep. 07-26: Donnie Darko (2001)

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2025/03/10

DONNIE DARKO (2001)—Troubled teenager Donnie Darko narrowly escapes death when a jet engine crashes into his room. Guided by Frank, a mysterious figure in a rabbit suit, Donnie experiences strange visions and engages in increasingly destructive acts. As he grapples with questions of time travel, fate, and mental illness, Donnie uncovers the unsettling truth about … Continue reading Ep. 07-26: Donnie Darko (2001) →

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Ep. 07-25: It Comes at Night (2017)

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2025/03/03

In IT COMES AT NIGHT (2017), a family isolated in a remote cabin struggles to survive in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a mysterious virus. As paranoia sets in, they’re forced to confront both external dangers and the growing distrust within their own ranks when another family arrives seeking refuge. Tensions rise, and fear of … Continue reading Ep. 07-25: It Comes at Night (2017) →

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Ep. 07-24: Europa Report (2013) & Stowaway (2021)

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2025/02/24

EUROPA REPORT (2013) follows a crew of astronauts on a mission to Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons, to search for signs of life beneath its icy surface. As the team faces technical malfunctions and dwindling resources, they uncover startling evidence of alien life, but not without consequences. The film blends hard science fiction with psychological … Continue reading Ep. 07-24: Europa Report (2013) & Stowaway (2021) →

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Ep. 07-23: Race with the Devil (1975)

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2025/02/17

RACE WITH THE DEVIL(1975) is a horror-action hybrid film where two couples, vacationing in a remote Texas town, unwittingly witness a satanic ritual. Their attempts to flee turn into a high-octane chase as the cult relentlessly pursues them, determined to silence any witnesses. With suspense, car chases, and shocking moments, the film blends terror with … Continue reading Ep. 07-23: Race with the Devil (1975) →

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Ep. 07-22: Oblivion (2013)

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2025/02/10

In OBLIVION (2013), Earth has been devastated by war with alien invaders, and humanity’s survivors now reside on Titan, Saturn’s moon. Jack Harper (Tom Cruise), a drone repairman, works to maintain automated systems that protect the planet’s resources. But when he rescues a mysterious woman, his world unravels, revealing hidden truths about his mission, his … Continue reading Ep. 07-22: Oblivion (2013) →

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Ep. 07-21: The Loved Ones (2009)

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2025/02/03

THE LOVED ONES (2009) is a darkly twisted Australian horror tale of high school rejection turned deadly obsession. After declining a classmate’s prom invitation, Brent (Xavier Samuel) becomes the target of Lola (Robin McLeavy) and her deranged father. Abducted and subjected to a sadistic homemade prom, Brent must summon every ounce of strength to survive. … Continue reading Ep. 07-21: The Loved Ones (2009) →

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