Monsterama (2004)

Synopsis

Exploring monster movies and aspects of creature-feature fandom, including authentic props, collectibles and visits with makeup artists and effects wizards. Also: a look at monster-themed TV shows. Hosted by Elvira Mistress of the Dark

First Air Date: 2004-12-01

Last Air Date: 2006-11-16

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 25

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Top Cast

Cassandra Peterson as Elvira

Seasons

None (2004)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Horror Hosts (2004-12-01)

TV horror-show host Vampira (Maila Nurmi) is interviewed.
Ep. 2: Munsters (2004-12-01)

A close-up of the cult TV series “The Munsters,” which aired 1964-66, and a showcase of memorabilia and authentic props from the show.
Ep. 3: Aurora Models (2004-12-02)

Spotlighting Aurora horror and fantasy model kits---monster figures that children in the 1960s could build and paint.
Ep. 4: Don Post Calendar Masks (2004-12-02)

A peek at Don Post's rubber monster masks. Included: comments by Don Post Jr., Verne Langdon and Bob Burns.
Ep. 5: KNB Effects (2004-12-03)

A visit to the KNB EFX special-effects company, which worked on “Army of Darkness” and “Spawn.” Included: interviews with FX-perts Greg Nicotero and Howard Berger.
Ep. 6: Stan Winston (2004-12-03)

A visit to the special-effects studio of four-time Oscar winner Stan Winston (“Alien,” “The Terminator”). Also: a look at a line of original action figures and comic books.
Ep. 7: Paul Blaisdell (2004-12-05)

A profile of special-effects whiz Paul Blaisdell (“The She Creature,” “It! The Terror from Beyond Space”). Included: comments from Blaisdell's assistant Bob Burns, who offers some rare behind-the-scenes home movies and monster-film memorabilia.
Ep. 8: Rick Baker (2004-12-05)

Interview with six-time Oscar winner Rick Baker, effects wizard of “Men in Black” and “An American Werewolf in London.
Ep. 9: Creature Collectibles (2004-12-05)

The spotlight is on Creature from the Black Lagoon collectibles, including model kits, board games and rubber masks.
Ep. 10: Godzilla Collectibles (2004-12-05)

A look at Japanese monster toys, with a focus on city-stomping behemoth Godzilla; a visit with collectors John Gilbert and Jean Carbajal.
Ep. 11: Wax Figures (2004-12-09)

The focus is on wax museums, featuring a tour of the Movieland Wax Museum's Chamber of Horrors. Also: an interview with artist-sculptor Henry Alvarez.
Ep. 12: Witch's Dungeon (2004-12-09)

Featured: a visit to a witch's dungeon exhibit in Connecticut, including re-creations of classic Hollywood monsters such as the Phantom of the Opera, Dr. Phibes, the Fly and the Werewolf of London.
Ep. 13: Ray Harryhausen (2004-12-10)

Pioneering effects artist Ray Harryhausen, master of stop-motion animation, gives insight into his craft.
Ep. 14: King Kong Collectibles (2004-12-10)

A look at collectors who go ape over “King Kong” memorabilia, including props and a miniature model. Elvira is the host.
Ep. 15: Basil Gogos (2004-12-13)

A visit with rocker Rob Zombie illuminates an exploration of the work of painter Basil Gogos, whose work depicts Hollywood's classic monsters.
Ep. 16: Planet of the Apes (2004-12-14)

The spotlight is on collectibles based on the “Planet of the Apes” films, including model kits, bubble-gum cards and action figures. Also: a look at Apemania, a troupe of performers wearing primate makeup. Interviewed: Apemania owner Brian Penikas.
Ep. 17: Sideshow Collectibles (2004-12-16)

A showcase of Sideshow Collectibles movie-monster toys includes an interview with company VP Matt Falls and painter Tom Gilliland.
Ep. 18: McFarlane Toys (2006-11-16)

A visit to the McFarlane Toys company and an interview with comic-book artist Todd McFarlane.
Ep. 19: Forrest Ackerman (2004-12-17)

Writer and creature-feature collector Forrest J. Ackerman is profiled.
Ep. 20: Bob Burns (2004-12-17)

A profile of creature creator, collector and horror-flick historian Bob Burns includes a visit to his monster museum.
Ep. 21: Aliens and Predators (2004-12-23)

A close-up of props from the “Alien” film franchise includes detailed models and “chest burster” creatures. Also: a backstage look at the 2004 chiller “Alien vs. Predator.” Mike Richardson, publisher of Dark Horse Comics, and makeup artists Alex Gillis and Tom Woodruff Jr. share their perspectives.
Ep. 22: Top 13 Werewolf Films (2006-03-11)

A look at popular werewolf movies.
Ep. 23: Ape-mania

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Ep. 24: History of Don Post Studios

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Ep. 25: Alien Collectibles

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