Episode

Fear (1996): Why This 90s Thriller Scares Us 4 Eva

Podcast: Totally 80s and 90s Recall
Published: May 19, 2026
Duration seconds: 5217
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Summary

Rob, Dave, and Kurt dive into the madness of Fear (1996) to debate whether Mark Wahlberg’s David McCall is a terrifying villain or just a very misunderstood future movie star. From questionable roller coaster etiquette to the ultimate "I can fix him" red flags, the guys break down why this 90s thriller is actually an unintentional comedic masterpiece.