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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. 08-26: The Terminal Man (1974)

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2026/03/09

THE TERMINAL MAN (1974)—a brilliant yet troubled computer scientist becomes the subject of an experimental procedure to control his violent seizures. When the surgery implants electrodes in his brain, the results spiral out of control, unleashing unpredictable and deadly behavior. Based on Michael Crichton’s novel, the film explores the dangers of technological intervention in human … Continue reading Ep. 08-26: The Terminal Man (1974) →

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Ep. 08-25: Natural Born Killers (1994)

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2026/03/02

NATURAL BORN KILLERS (1994)—Mickey and Mallory Knox blaze across America on a blood-soaked road trip, leaving chaos, corpses, and celebrity fascination in their wake. Hunted by the law and glorified by the media, the pair become symbols of violence-as-entertainment in a world obsessed with spectacle. Directed by Oliver Stone and written from a story by … Continue reading Ep. 08-25: Natural Born Killers (1994) →

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Ep. 08-24: Phase IV (1974) & Pi (1998)

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2026/02/23

PHASE IV (1974)—strange cosmic event triggers a rapid evolution among Earth’s ants, transforming them into a collective intelligence with plans far beyond human comprehension. Isolated in the Arizona desert, two scientists attempt to study—and contain—the phenomenon, only to find themselves drawn into the insects’ mysterious and terrifying design. PI (1998)—mathematician Max Cohen believes that everything … Continue reading Ep. 08-24: Phase IV (1974) & Pi (1998) →

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Ep. 08-23: The Bad Seed (1956)

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2026/02/16

THE BAD SEED (1956)—a seemingly perfect little girl, Rhoda Penmark, hides a chilling secret beneath her angelic demeanor. When a classmate dies under mysterious circumstances, her mother begins to suspect that Rhoda’s charm conceals something far more sinister. As maternal love clashes with growing horror, The Bad Seed explores the nature of evil—whether it’s born … Continue reading Ep. 08-23: The Bad Seed (1956) →

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Ep. 08-22: I.S.S. (2023)

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2026/02/09

In I.S.S. (2023), tensions flare aboard the International Space Station when news breaks of war between the United States and Russia back on Earth. As loyalties are tested and survival becomes uncertain, astronauts from both nations must decide whether to trust one another or claim control of the station by force. Suspense builds in the … Continue reading Ep. 08-22: I.S.S. (2023) →

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Ep. 08-21: The Phantom of the Opera (1925 & 1962)

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2026/02/02

In The Phantom of the Opera (1925), a disfigured musical genius, Erik, haunts the catacombs beneath the Paris Opera House, obsessed with the beautiful soprano Christine Daaé. When his love turns to madness, terror erupts above and below the stage. Lon Chaney’s haunting performance and groundbreaking makeup make this silent classic a cornerstone of horror … Continue reading Ep. 08-21: The Phantom of the Opera (1925 & 1962) →

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Ep. 08-20: Outland (1981)

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2026/01/26

In Outland (1981), Sean Connery stars as Marshal William O’Niel, a lawman assigned to a remote mining colony on Jupiter’s moon Io. When a series of mysterious deaths uncovers a web of corruption and drug smuggling, O’Niel finds himself isolated and hunted by corporate assassins. Alone against impossible odds, he must uphold justice in a … Continue reading Ep. 08-20: Outland (1981) →

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Ep. 08-19: Nightbreed (1990)

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2026/01/19

In Nightbreed (1990), troubled young man Aaron Boone discovers Midian, a hidden underground city that serves as a refuge for monsters and outcasts. Falsely accused of murder and haunted by visions, Boone becomes one of the Nightbreed himself, caught between the persecuted creatures who’ve accepted him and the violent humans determined to destroy their sanctuary. … Continue reading Ep. 08-19: Nightbreed (1990) →

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Ep. 08-18: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the...

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2026/01/12

In The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003), the final battle for Middle-earth reaches its epic conclusion. As Frodo and Sam struggle toward Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring, Aragorn must embrace his destiny and unite the forces of men against Sauron’s army. With loyalty tested and courage pushed to … Continue reading Ep. 08-18: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) →

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Ep. 08-17: The Amityville Horror (1979)

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2025/12/15

THE AMITYVILLE HORROR (1979)—Newlyweds George and Kathy Lutz move into their dream home in Amityville, New York, only to discover it hides a horrifying past—one marked by a brutal family murder. As strange occurrences grow increasingly violent, George’s behavior begins to unravel under the house’s sinister influence. Based on alleged true events, The Amityville Horror … Continue reading Ep. 08-17: The Amityville Horror (1979) →

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Ep. 08-16: The Changeling (1980)

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2025/12/08

THE CHANGELING (1980)—After losing his wife and daughter in a tragic accident, composer John Russell (George C. Scott) retreats to a historic Seattle mansion to rebuild his life. But the house harbors a dark secret—an unseen presence that communicates through mysterious sounds and violent manifestations. As John investigates, he uncovers a decades-old mystery of greed, … Continue reading Ep. 08-16: The Changeling (1980) →

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Ep. 08-15: Don’t Look Now (1973)

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2025/12/01

DON’T LOOK NOW (1973)—After the tragic death of their young daughter, a grieving couple retreats to Venice to heal. But as mysterious events unfold, they become entangled in a chilling mystery involving psychic visions and a dark secret lurking beneath the city’s canals. Come and wander the labyrinthine canals of Venice with a film that … Continue reading Ep. 08-15: Don’t Look Now (1973) →

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Ep. 08-14: Armageddon (1998)

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2025/11/10

ARMAGEDDON (1998)—When a massive asteroid threatens to collide with Earth, NASA recruits a team of deep-core drillers led by Harry Stamper to plant a nuclear bomb and save humanity. As the clock ticks down, the crew faces perilous space conditions, personal sacrifices, and a race against time. Let’s blast off into the world of high-stakes … Continue reading Ep. 08-14: Armageddon (1998) →

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Ep. 08-13: Snowpiercer (2013)

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2025/11/03

SNOWPIERCER (2013)—In a post-apocalyptic ice age, the last survivors of humanity live aboard a massive, perpetually moving train circling the globe. Social inequality sparks a violent revolt from the oppressed tail section toward the front. As the passengers fight for control, dark secrets about the train’s existence and its enigmatic creator emerge, challenging notions of … Continue reading Ep. 08-13: Snowpiercer (2013) →

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Ep. 08-12: The Shining (1980) REDUX

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2025/10/27

THE SHINING (1980)—Jack Torrance takes a job as winter caretaker at the isolated Overlook Hotel, hoping to repair his fractured family and reignite his writing career. But the hotel’s malevolent supernatural forces prey on Jack’s unraveling mind, turning his descent into madness into a terrifying nightmare. Step inside the eerie halls of the Overlook as … Continue reading Ep. 08-12: The Shining (1980) REDUX →

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Ep. 08-11: Possum (2018)

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2025/10/20

POSSUM (2018)—A disgraced puppeteer returns to his childhood home carrying a sinister puppet named Possum. Haunted by a traumatic past and the darkness within, he confronts his demons while grappling with isolation and guilt. This time, we descend into the dark recesses of the human mind with Possum, a haunting and deeply unsettling portrait of … Continue reading Ep. 08-11: Possum (2018) →

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Ep. 08-10: Prometheus (2012)

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2025/10/13

PROMETHEUS (2012)—A team of explorers follows ancient star maps to a distant moon, hoping to discover humanity’s creators. What begins as a quest for answers quickly turns into a nightmare as they uncover horrifying alien secrets that threaten their survival and the fate of mankind. This cosmic journey takes us deep into the origins of … Continue reading Ep. 08-10: Prometheus (2012) →

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Ep. 08-09: May (2002)

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2025/10/06

MAY (2002)—Haunted by loneliness and childhood trauma, socially awkward May struggles to connect with others. Her desire for friendship and love spirals into obsession, leading her to craft a disturbing solution to fill the void in her life. Weave your way into the unique horror that is May. Join us as we explore the film’s unsettling … Continue reading Ep. 08-09: May (2002) →

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Ep. 08-08: The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953) & It...

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2025/09/29

THE BEAST FROM 20,000 FATHOMS (1953)—A prehistoric dinosaur, awakened by an atomic bomb test, rises from the Arctic ice and wreaks havoc on the East Coast. Scientists and the military race against time to stop the unstoppable beast before it destroys New York City and beyond. IT CAME FROM OUTER SPACE (1953)—After a meteorite crashes … Continue reading Ep. 08-08: The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953) & It Came from Outer Space (1953) →

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Ep. 08-07: Colossus: The Forbin Project (1970)

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2025/09/22

COLOSSUS: THE FORBIN PROJECT (1970)—When the United States activates Colossus, a supercomputer designed to control the nation’s nuclear arsenal, it quickly establishes communication with its Soviet counterpart. As the machines take control, humanity faces an unprecedented threat of technological domination, forcing scientists and leaders into a tense struggle to regain power from the artificial intelligence … Continue reading Ep. 08-07: Colossus: The Forbin Project (1970) →

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