Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "usa-female-horror-host"

1. The Simpsons Movie (2007)

PG-13 | 87 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

After Homer pollutes the town's water supply, Springfield is encased in a gigantic dome by the EPA and the Simpsons are declared fugitives.

Director: David Silverman | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Votes: 349,935 | Gross: $183.14M

2. Elvira: Mistress of the Dark (1988)

PG-13 | 96 min | Comedy, Horror

"Elvira: Mistress of the Dark" is a 1988 comedy, horror movie - upon arriving in a small town where Elvira has inherited a rundown mansion, the famous horror host must battle an evil uncle, and townspeople who want her burned at the stake.

Director: James Signorelli | Stars: Cassandra Peterson, Phil Rubenstein, Larry Flash Jenkins, Damita Jo Freeman

Votes: 20,859 | Gross: $5.60M

3. Mystery Science Theater 3000 (1988–1999)

TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Sci-Fi

In the not-too-distant future Joel Robinson is held captive by Dr. Forrester and TV's Frank, forced to watch B-Grade movies on the Satellite of Love with the help of his robot friends: Cambot, Gypsy, Tom Servo and Crow T. Robot.

Stars: Joel Hodgson, Michael J. Nelson, Trace Beaulieu, Kevin Murphy

Votes: 25,864

4. The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs (2018– )

Not Rated | 125 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Joe Bob is back! Watching B-Movies and giving background and behind the scenes information. He watches Tourist Trap, Re-Animator and much much more.

Stars: John Bloom, Diana Prince, John Patrick Brennan, Yuki Nakamura

Votes: 1,875

5. Svengoolie (1995– )

150 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

An anthology of horror movies, named for its host, who introduces each movie, provides background info on the movie, and performs skits and jokes during intermissions.

Stars: Rich Koz, Doug Scharf, Jim Barton, Bill Leff

Votes: 1,038

6. TerrorVision (1986)

R | 85 min | Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi

"TerrorVision" is a 1986 horror / science fiction movie; telling the tale of when a family's new satellite television system starts receiving signals from another planet, and soon it becomes the passageway to an alien world.

Director: Ted Nicolaou | Stars: Diane Franklin, Mary Woronov, Gerrit Graham, Chad Allen

Votes: 7,771 | Gross: $0.32M

7. Creature Features (2016– )

Comedy, Drama, Horror

"Creature Features" see a has-been rock star Vincent Van Dahl hosts horror films in his haunted mansion with the help of his stalwart butler Mr. Livingston and quixotic housemate Tangella.

Stars: Räven Green, Jeff Bodean, Ali Noel, Andy Gatley

Votes: 253

8. Shirley Temple's Storybook (1958–1961)

60 min | Drama, Family, Fantasy

This was a US children's anthology series hosted and narrated by actress Shirley Temple.

Stars: Shirley Temple, Pernell Roberts, Agnes Moorehead, Jonathan Harris

Votes: 231

9. Tales from the Hood 3 (2020 Video)

R | 102 min | Crime, Drama, Fantasy

Following the franchise's cult classic roots, this new anthology, featuring Tony Todd and Lynn Whitfield, scares and thrills with horrifying twists and social commentary.

Directors: Rusty Cundieff, Darin Scott | Stars: Tony Todd, London Brown, Cooper Huckabee, Patrick Abellard

Votes: 1,018

10. Up All Night (1989–1998)

Comedy, Drama, Horror

"USA Up All Night" was a late night hosted horror movie show that showcased cult and b-movies between 1989 until 1998.

Stars: Rhonda Shear, Gilbert Gottfried, Caroline Schlitt, Linnea Quigley

Votes: 562

11. Perversions of Science (1997)

R | 254 min | Action, Comedy, Drama

"Perversions of Science" was an anthology series of science fiction stories in the style of "Tales from the Crypt".

Stars: Maureen Teefy, Keith Carradine, Jason Lee, Heather Langenkamp

Votes: 395

12. Joe Bob's Drive-In Theater (1987–1995)

Unrated | Action, Adventure, Comedy

"Joe Bob's Drive-In Theater" was a hosted horror movie show with John Bloom as host "Joe Bob Briggs" presenting B-grade movies on the movie channel, giving background information about each one.

Stars: John Bloom, Honey Gregory, Andy Sidaris, Lisa Pescia

Votes: 571

13. Tales from the Cryptkeeper (1993–1999)

TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Comedy, Fantasy

The popular cult horror comic books from the 1950s are adapted in this cartoon anthology series.

Stars: John Kassir, Elizabeth Hanna, David Hemblen, Stuart Stone

Votes: 1,560

14. Deadtime Stories (2012–2014)

30 min | Drama, Family, Fantasy

A babysitter tells a different scary and chilling 'Deadtime Story' to the kids she is babysitting.

Stars: Jennifer Stone, Jadon Sand, Grace Kaufman, Piper Reese

Votes: 315

15. Terror in the Aisles (1984)

R | 84 min | Documentary, Drama, Horror

"Terror in the Aisles" is a compilation of scenes from many science fiction, crime drama and horror movies of the 1930s through 1980s.

Director: Andrew J. Kuehn | Stars: Donald Pleasence, Nancy Allen, Fred Asparagus, Lainie Cooke

Votes: 2,317 | Gross: $10.00M

16. Frightvision (2020)

102 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror

Prepare yourself for five twisted tales of terror hosted by everyone's favorite sinister succubus, Dr. Boobenstein.

Directors: Selena D., Rebecca Rinehart, Mike Trebilcock, Brad Twigg, John Ward | Stars: Rebecca Rinehart, Mindy Gilkerson, Jolene Hexx, Joe Palubinsky

Votes: 148

17. The Simpsons Game (2007 Video Game)

T | Action, Adventure, Comedy

The Simpson family learn they are part of a video game and are given superpowers to save their 8-bit predecessors.

Director: Ralph Sosa | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Votes: 1,391

18. Monstervision (1991–2000)

Action, Adventure, Comedy

"Monstervision" was a hosted movie show, with a number of hosts, one being John Bloom as "Joe Bob Briggs".

Stars: John Bloom, Renner St. John, Joe Flaherty, Rhonda Shear

Votes: 822

19. Midnight (1988)

R | 86 min | Comedy, Horror, Thriller

"Midnight" is a 1988 movie where Lynn Redgrave plays the horror host "Midnight" on the television horror movie show "Midnight".

Director: Norman Thaddeus Vane | Stars: Lynn Redgrave, Tony Curtis, Steve Parrish, Karen Lorre

Votes: 257

20. The Vampira Show (1954– )

Drama, Horror, Mystery

The Vampira Show was a hosted horror movie show, with Vampira played by Maila Nurmi; aired on KABC-TV Channel 7, Los Angeles, California (USA) between 30 April 1954 till 2 April 1955.

Star: Maila Nurmi

Votes: 104

21. The Boneyard Collection (2008)

Not Rated | 99 min | Comedy, Horror

"The Boneyard Collection" is a 2008 hosted horror anthology movie, with host Forrest J. Ackerman as "Dr. Acula".

Director: Edward L. Plumb | Stars: Danielle James, Amanda Jordan, Jesselynn Desmond, Dena Wilkinson

Votes: 318

22. Horror Hotel (2013– )

TV-14 | 120 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Do you love all things dark and disturbing? In the vein of Elvira, Horror Hotel features the new queen of the night, Lamia (Lay-me-uh), who will bring you the best horror movies you have ... See full summary »

Stars: Queen Lamia, Lilith Alexandria, John Fecek, Philip Saad

Votes: 133

23. The Big Bad B-Movie Show (2020– )

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Leopold and Lenora, who spent decades trapped in a film vault, host dusty old b-movies. Also includes vintage WUAB-TV footage, and skits featuring special guests along the way.

Stars: Zachariah Durr, Laura Wimbels, James Harmon, Janet Jay

Votes: 14

24. Topless Tori's Tomb of Terror (2022)

Unrated | Comedy, Crime, Drama

An anthology tribute to late night horror host shows featuring shot-on-video short films from three independent filmmakers, as well as mock commercials, commentary tracks and more.

Directors: David Black, Stephen Bloodworth, Joshua Coughlin, Tony Hack Covington, Lucien Eisenach, Caleb Elijah, Gore Filth, Ron Ford, Steven Haar, Mark Holmberg, Dean Houlihan, Gabriel Jewett, Jonathon Knight, Matt Maisto, Tony Masiello, Arseniy Polygalov, Tim Ritter, Joe Sherlock, Cody Tudor, Joseph Voegele, Rob Vomit, John Ward, Jerry Williams, Fred Olen Wood, Ana Xaden | Stars: Gayle D. Staker, Donna Rooney, Lacy Best, Kassandra George

Votes: 28

25. Chiller Theater (II) (1963–1984)

Comedy, Horror, Mystery

"Chiller Theater" was a hosted horror movie show with Bill Cardille as "Chilly Billy" who presented movies on WIIC-TV Channel 11, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Saturday nights and Sunday nights during its run from 1963 to 1984.

Stars: Bill Cardille, Bonnie Barney, Marilyn Eastman, Norman Elder

Votes: 29

26. Joe Bob's Haunted Drive-In (2020)

Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

As horror host Joe Bob Briggs and his vivacious co-hosts arrive on-screen to present some of the most insane horror shorts ever made, dozens of zombies will attack the drive-in to create a scary, fun, and immersive night unlike any other.

Director: Christian Ackerman | Stars: John Bloom, Diana Prince, Felissa Rose, Dave Sheridan

Votes: 39

27. Ghost Stories (II) (1997– )

55 min | Documentary, Drama, Fantasy

"Ghost Stories" was a series of real-life ghost stories presented and narrated by Patrick MacNee alongside archive footage.

Stars: Patrick Macnee, Susan O'Leary-Hull, Jim Romanovich

Votes: 77

28. Hexen Arcane (2020– )

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

"Hexen Arcane" sees the mysterious witch sisters Morgan and Celeste Parker bring you their ghoulish brand of spooky entertainment.

Stars: Shanta Pasika, Kate Holm, Lloyd Kaufman, Joe Randazzo

Votes: 10

29. Screaming Yellow Theatre (1970–1973)

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

"Screaming Yellow Theatre" was a hosted horror movie show with Jerry G. Bishop as "Svengoolie".

Star: Jerry G. Bishop

Votes: 71

30. Jeepers Creepers Theater (1962–1966)

90 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

"Jeepers' Creepers Theater" was a hosted horror movie show that ran on KCOP-TV, Channel 13 Los Angeles, California from 1962 until 1966.

Stars: Fred Stuthman, Lietta Harvey, Bob Guy, Jim Sullivan

Votes: 23

31. Creepy KOFY Movie Time (2008– )

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

"Creepy KOFY Movie Time" is a hosted horror movie show with Balrok del Cavo, and Mike Nelson as "No Name", screened by KOFY Channel 20 in San Francisco, California, USA.

Stars: Balrok Del Cavo, Mike Nelson, Annie Cruz, The Deadlies

Votes: 35

32. Fright Night (1970–1987)

120 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

"Fright Night" was a hosted horror movie show with Larry Vincent as Seymour, also known as Sinister Seymour (1969 - January 1972) and then Lisa Clark as Moona Lisa (January 1972 to Mid 1973), screened on KHJ-TV, Channel 9.

Stars: Larry Vincent, Wayne Thomas, Jean Romer

Votes: 45

33. Reaper Tales (2015– )

Drama, Horror, Mystery

An intense and shocking horror anthology series hosted by LeeAnna Vamp.

Stars: LeeAnna Vamp, Keith Andreen, Danny Hansen, Christian Ganiere

Votes: 15

34. Veronique Von Venom: Horror Hostess Hottie (2012– )

Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

A hosted horror movie show with Mindy Robinson as "Veronique Von Venom" presenting movies via the internet during 2012 to 2013.

Stars: Mindy Robinson, Graham Denman, Giselle Marie, Bailey Ryan

Votes: 45

35. The Ketchup Vampires (1995 Video)

Not Rated | 90 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

A tale of vegetarian vampires on this direct to video release.

Director: Alexander Zapletal | Star: Cassandra Peterson

Votes: 39

36. Vampira Returns (1956– )

Action, Comedy, Fantasy

"Vampira" introduces movies and does several segments during the film in the form of skits and information about the movie.

Star: Maila Nurmi

Votes: 67

37. Macabre Theatre (2002–2020)

120 min | Comedy, Drama, Horror

Adult humor. See old cult, campy and some classic horror films every week with skits by "Ivonna Cadaver" and Butch Patrick in spooky locations. Also Goth Trivia, Ivonna's Music Dungeon List... See full summary »

Stars: Natalie Popovich, Butch Patrick, Phil Nichols, David Markham

Votes: 331

38. Zomboo's House of Horror Movies (2000– )

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

"Zomboo's House of Horror Movies" is a hosted horror movie show with Frank Leto as "Zomboo" and "Frank, The Floating Head" presenting movies on KOLO-TV Channel 8 Reno, Nevada from 2000, and is currently on going.

Stars: Frank Leto, Maureen Allan, Bianca Paris, Paul Dancer

39. Natasha Nighty's Boudoir of Blood (2020)

Not Rated | 97 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

An anthology tribute to late night horror host shows featuring shot-on-video short films from three independent filmmakers, as well as mock commercials, commentary tracks and more.

Directors: Noellie Burger, Madeline Deering, Ron Ford, David S. Hart, Dilynn Fawn Harvey, Maximillian Hatcher, Mel Heflin, John Houghton III, Jeff Kirkendall, Jonathon Knight, Tony Masiello, Dave Parker, Shawn C. Phillips, Rebecca Rinehart, Tim Ritter, Cami Schoenfeld, Mortis Sin, Derek Slaton, Adam Riot Thorn, Joseph Voegele | Stars: Kelly Chaisson Warner, Tim Hatch, Mary Kay Hilko, Amy Naple

Votes: 22

40. The Search for the Next Elvira (2007)

43 min | Reality-TV

Contestants vie to become the next campy, late-night horror movie queen Elvira, Mistress of the Dark.

Stars: Cassandra Peterson, Christian Greenia, Patterson Lundquist, Cindy Sorenson

Votes: 127

41. Vampira: The Movie (2006 Video)

70 min | Documentary, Comedy, Drama

"Vampira: The Movie" is a 2006 documentary on Maila Nurmi and her horror hosting character "Vampira".

Director: Kevin Sean Michaels | Stars: David J. Skal, Forrest J. Ackerman, Zack Beseda, Jami Deadly

Votes: 124

42. The Simpsons: Tapped Out (2012 Video Game)

T | Adventure, Comedy, Family

Homer accidentally causes a nuclear meltdown whilst playing The Happy Little Elves Village on his myPad. After he's the only one to survive the blast, he starts to rebuild Springfield, bringing other characters out of limbo in the process.

Stars: Pamela Hayden, Hank Azaria, Nancy Cartwright, Dan Castellaneta

Votes: 774

43. Monster Madhouse (2006– )

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

"Monster Madhouse"is a hosted horror movie show, with Jerry More as "Karlos Borloff" and his many friends.

Stars: Jerry Moore, Don Drakulich, Meg Magee, Kevin Latchford

44. Elvira's Horror Classics (2004 Video)

Not Rated | 464 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

"Elvira's Horror Classics" (aka "Elvira's Box of Horror") was a direct-to-dvd hosted horror series hosted by Cassandra Peterson as "Elivra".

Star: Cassandra Peterson

Votes: 29

45. Horror Theater (1972–1980)

Fantasy, Horror, Mystery

"Horror Theater" is a hosted horror movie show with Joe Zawislak as "Dr. Shock" presenting movies on WPHL-TV, Channel 17.

Stars: Joe Zawislak, Doreen Zawislak, John Carradine, Harry Blackstone Jr.

46. Attack of the Killer B-Movies (1995 TV Movie)

92 min | Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi

"Attack of the Killer B-Movies" was a television horror themed special in 1995.

Stars: Cassandra Peterson, Susan Cabot, Natalia Cigliuti, Jim Davis

Votes: 58

47. American Scary (2006)

Not Rated | 91 min | Documentary, Comedy, Horror

"American Scary" is a 2006 documentary look at horror hosting in the USA.

Director: John E. Hudgens | Stars: Mike Price, Joseph Fotinos, George Chastain, James Morrow

Votes: 396

48. Horror Haiku (2013– )

Horror, Thriller

Viewer-penned horrors come alive in this anthology series where the audience writes the spine-chilling episodes themselves. Dare to craft your nightmares?

Stars: John C. Epperson, Anne Leighton, Tanya Gorlow, Nick Somers

Votes: 53

49. Gravesend Manor (1958–1962)

Comedy, Horror, Mystery

"Gravesend Manor" was a hosted horror movie show with Ed Weiss as "Malcom the Butler" and Jim Varnum as "The Duke of Desmodas" on Saturday nights on WOI-TV, Channel 5 Des Moines, Iowa in the late 1950's to early 1960's.

Stars: Ed Weiss, Jim Varnum, Ron Scott, John Voight

50. It's Alive (2005– )

120 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Scary movies, comedy, live music and more... hosted by Professor Emcee Square and the band DEATHMOBILE.

Stars: Doug Appel, Eric Forster, Brandon Keenan, Nick LaMantia

Votes: 68