Episode

1978 (Part 1)

Podcast: A Year In Horror
Published: May 31, 2026
Duration seconds: 9105
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Summary

It's time for one of those huge episodes. Well, it's a four parter anyways. 1978 was a killer year for horror movies, day dot for the modern slasher as well. But, what do I think was the very greatest horror movie that came out during 1978? Well, here we have the top 10. The worst 10. A slew of also rans. Some awesome mates. Some special guests. Several pints of beer and a 7+ hour running time split over 4 episodes. This is 1978, A Year In Horror.