Horror fans have spent countless hours watching characters make questionable decisions—like splitting up or reading from cursed books. Now, a new game show is here to see if you'd actually fare better. Better Luck Than Chuck, created by Meredith Tummillo and Tony Wash, puts a horror-comedy spin on the classic trivia format, complete with an undead host and celebrity guests. The show premieres September 24 on YouTube, with new episodes dropping every Thursday through Halloween.
The six-part series is hosted by The Widow (Alexis Allotta) and her undead husband Charlie (Adam Michaels). Together, they oversee a competition designed for those who can tell Ghostface from Leatherface and have probably spent more time than they'd admit pondering horror movie trivia. Contestants will face questions covering iconic films, characters, and moments, competing for prizes from horror brands. Viewers also get chances to win throughout the season, with an ultimate trip giveaway announced later this month.
The guest lineup is a who's who of horror: Mike Flanagan, creator of The Haunting of Hill House and Midnight Mass, joins as a question reader, just ahead of his next Stephen King adaptation, Carrie. Also appearing are Chad Villella (producer of Scream and Ready or Not), Brea Grant (12 Hour Shift), BJ McDonnell (Hatchet 3), Gary Sherman (Poltergeist 3), horror scholar Rebekah McKendry, and filmmaker Anthony Cousins.
This show turns the tables on viewers who've been yelling answers at screens for years. Instead of just shouting at Jason Voorhees to run, fans can now prove their knowledge. It's a fun way to celebrate the genre and maybe win some cool prizes along the way.
If you're looking for more horror content to get in the mood, check out our pick for the best horror movie on Netflix or Hugh Grant's horror hit 'Heretic' arriving on Hulu. And for a different kind of scare, these terrifying novels might out-scare any film.
Mark your calendars for September 24 and get ready to test your horror knowledge. Better Luck Than Chuck promises a spooky good time for genre fans.
