Evolution of Horror Podcast presents: Halloween Mystery Movie18

The Evolution of Horror podcast returns to the Ultimate Picture Palace on Friday 31st October for a frightfully special Halloween event!

Join us for an evening of 1980s horror at its finest, featuring a live podcast discussion about the best 1980s horror movies with guest panelists and some special guests joining us via video. This will then be followed by a mystery film screening, chosen by our Wheel of (Mis)fortune. What’s on the wheel? Five iconic classics from the golden age of horror.

And what’s Halloween without a little trick or treat? Hosts Mike Muncer and Becky Darke will reward the best-dressed member of the audience with a prize. So make sure you wear your most ghoulish glad-rags!

Friday 31st October 2025
7pm – Doors open
7.30pm – Evolution Of Horror Live
8.30pm – Intermission
8.50pm – Introduction
9pm – Mystery Movie!
10.30pm – Pub social

Tickets cost £16 for Adults and £15 for Concessions (Seniors, Students & Claimants). UPP Members get £2 off the above prices.

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