Creepy series is probably too scary for younger kids.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 10+?
Any Positive Content?
Violence & Scariness
some
Every episode features children in peril. Circumstances include being preyed upon by a hungry monster and being pushed around by a school bully. Although it's more scary than violent, deaths of other characters are often implied. Light gore and frightening depictions -- such as characters whose heads are on fire and pieces of bloody animal meat being fed to a giant spider. One ongoing theme is that adults are not to be trusted. In one instance, an authority figure is actually a demon in disguise preparing to devour the lead character. The sound design features eerie music and audio jump scares. The Creeps love using disgusting descriptive language – such as implying eating a combination of bugs, "rat droppings," and "garbage juice". The Creeps are a trio of kids who turned into monsters after listening to too many scary stories and they imply the same may happen to listeners.
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The Creeps narrate each episode but also revel in the misfortune of the main characters. In one story, they discuss their disappointment of what they consider an "unhappy" ending in which the characters escape a terrifying creature. One character is bullied by a classmate, who mocks their clothes and body image.
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The Creeps might be spooky, but they exhibit a strong sense of self and share an undeniably close bond. They demonstrate supportive friendship and teamwork.
Positive Messages
a little
It's important to stand up for what you believe in and defend others, even though things might not always go your way. Evil is pervasive and sometimes inescapable. Adults portrayed as not to be trusted because they might want to do you harm.
Diverse Representations
very little
Most of the lead characters in The Creeping Hour's stories are young boys of a similar age, with only a few girl characters.
Parents need to know that The Creeping Hour is a podcast thatlives up to its title. These frightening stories aren't for younger listeners or those sensitive to scary sounds and spooky stories. Each episode features a different story hosted by The Creeps, a trio of kids who transformed into monsters after listening to too many creepy stories. The show implies that its listeners too might transform. Every episode features frightening depictions of children in peril, monsters, and bone-chilling music and sound effects. The Creeps often revel at the misfortune of the characters from the stories they tell and there are several instances of verbal hostility.
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What’s It About?
THE CREEPING HOUR is a horror anthology series aimed at tweens and teens. Each episode features a new scary story hosted by The Creeps, who caution that hearing these tales could lead listeners to transform into monsters like them. The stories themselves are self-contained with an average length of around 15 minutes. The production – which includes strong voice acting, eerie music, and effective use of jump scare stingers – only elevates the tension and fear factor of The Creeping Hour.
Right from its opening, this podcast successfullyaims to unnerve listeners. Fans of teen horror franchises like Goosebumps and Are You Afraid of the Dark?will love The Creeping Hour. With its spooky music, immersive sounds and great voice acting listeners will feel like their actually in each story. Even adults who appreciate a good campfire story will likely get some enjoyment out of The Creeping Hour. Beware, this podcast is probably not suitable for younger kids and may give them nightmares.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how The Creeping Hour sometimes portrays adults as untrustworthy. Do you know which adults you can trust? Are there any adults you feel like you can't or shouldn't trust? What does trust feel like for you and why is it important?
The Creeps root for the villainous characters and monsters to triumph. Why do you think they do this? How does it make you feel when the villainous characters triumph in scary stories? Does it add to the fear factor?
What are the main differences between listening to scary stories through a podcast and reading a scary story? Which one is scarier?
Why do you think we like to be scared? Why do we like to listen to scary stories or watch scary movies?
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