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Final Girls

Final Girls

By: Sarah Spurlock and Kellie Nicole Hill
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Final Girls is a dynamic podcast that dives deep into the world of horror by examining one iconic final girl per episode. Co-hosted by Kellie and Sarah — both UC Davis alumni with strong academic backgrounds — each installment dissects the tropes, triumphs, and challenges of these resilient characters. Drawing from Kellie’s expertise in Human-Computer Interaction and Film, and Sarah’s insights from History and Political Science, the show brings a unique blend of sharp analysis and genuine passion to every discussion. Each episode explores the final girl's journey in detail, from the creative escape scenes that have become cult favorites to the narrative complexities that define their battles against overwhelming odds. Final Girls celebrates the spirit of women who fight back, inviting listeners to rethink classic horror tropes and appreciate the empowering narratives that make these characters enduring cultural icons. This podcast is not only a must-listen for horror enthusiasts but also for anyone interested in the intersection of storytelling, gender, and cultural critique.Copyright 2026 Sarah Spurlock and Kellie Nicole Hill Art
Episodes
  • Skye from Smile 2

    Skye from Smile 2
    May 27 2026

    This week, we're analyzing the Final Girl journey of Skye from Smile 2 (2024), an overworked and lonely NYC pop star fighting multiple demons - but only one of them is supernatural! This is a very rewatchable movie in a franchise we hope will only get better and better. But how does her Final Girl story measure up?

    We changed our Patreon! We now only have ONE level for $5. Our Patreons get TWO extra podcast episodes per month. But don't think of it that way. Think of this as a tip, or like getting us a Diet Coke (for Sarah) or coffee (for Kellie). 💕

    Find us at final-girls.com and check out our Patreon. Please leave us a rating or review! :)
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Asia from They Will Kill You

    Asia from They Will Kill You
    May 20 2026

    They Will Kill You (2026) is part Quentin Tarantino, part Sam Raimi, part Wes Anderson, and we're here for all of it. This week we’re continuing our month of listener requests with a VERY recent Final Girl -- Asia, a bona fide badass who has come to save her sister from a satanic cult in a creepy art deco hotel in NYC, only to discover they are a far more difficult villain to vanquish than she imagined.

    Spoilers ahead!

    PLEASE LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW! 💕

    Find us at final-girls.com and check out our Patreon!
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    51 mins
  • Kirsty from Hellraiser

    Kirsty from Hellraiser
    May 13 2026

    Who are we, you ask? Demons to some, angels to others 😈

    This week, we’re analyzing Kirsty’s Final Girl credentials in one of the most iconic franchises in horrorstory, Hellraiser (1987). She’s the trifecta of Final Girl resourcefulness with a perfect blend of physical strength, intellectual capability, and emotional awareness. We just wish she had a lot more screen time in this one.

    Listen to (or watch) Sarah’s guest appearance on Getting Offed, in which we talk about the Hellraiser theme song!

    Listen to Sarah and Kellie’s guest appearance last year on Blood in the Cornfields, in which we discuss Kirsty in Hellraiser 1 and 2!

    PLEASE LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW! 💕

    Find us at final-girls.com and check out our Patreon!
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    52 mins
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