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Podcast: Wheel of Horror
Episode: 418 - The Complete Phantasm Series (1979-2016)
Description: Today we embark on a surreal and chilling journey through the Phantasm franchise, exploring all five films that have haunted fans since the original 1979 release. Join us as we dive deep into the bizarre world of the Tall Man, killer spheres, and the hauntingly strange universe that Don Coscarelli created.We'll break down each film in the series—from the low-budget, eerie beginnings of Phantasm to the larger-than-life spectacle of Phantasm V: Ravager. Along the way, we'll explore the complex themes of death, memory, and the supernatural that bind the films together, while also dissecting the iconic character Mike, Jody, an...