CHUCKY Interviews - series creator Don Mancini & Teen Cast

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[@AUserThatIsDeleted]

I love that Dead Meat has become such a big part of the horror genre that they can get interviews with these stars

[@Jessidafennecfox]

Right, I swear the fact they as Horror fans that have fans who are part of the various Horror franchises is just awesome

[@oddmovies696]

It felt like yesterday when they only had like 300 subscribers and the fact they reached this point was amazing.

[@OfficialB1BattleDroid]

They’re such a big part of the genre, that Chucky did a kill count at the end.

[@luvdxvy]

How is Chuckie so strong when you can kick him 🤣🤣

[@theshinyguru951]

I know. Im soooo jealous

[@benderbendingrodriguez420]

The fact the same guy has been involved with his creation since 1985 (besides that terrible remake in 2019) is outstanding. Don Mancini is the man!

[@miketrapper0464]

Definitely

[@theshinyguru951]

The remake wasnt bad at all. If you think of it as its own movie and not a remake, irs not as bad as it seems

[@efes47198]

2019 remake is not a bad movie. I see it as an alternate universe version. Besides Mark Hammill did a great job

[@katlyndobransky2419]

@@efes47198 Mark was honestly the only bearable part of the movie for me

[@miketrapper0464]

The thing is, the remake is literally just made to make money off of it

[@kalehead0075]

I love that the horror community seems to be the kindest and most welcoming community.

[@miketrapper0464]

While the Star Wars community is a divisive community

[@turma8eac]

Horror creators usually exorcize their issues through their work They all tend to be super chill folk

[@morrisberben3132]

@@miketrapper0464 as a Star Wars fan I can fully confirm this

[@miketrapper0464]

@@morrisberben3132 yep

[@mr.spacegodzilla8692]

@@miketrapper0464 They are the definition of toxic, evil, and they are just in an all out war with each other yeah i’m more into horror franchises and horror movies in general then star wars since I barely watch it now until something new comes out

[@jaded3160]

Seeing the chucky director appear in a dead meat podcast is pretty cool.

[@jasonsmith530]

Totally cool

[@darth_kal-el]

Chucky creator. He has written every single movie in the original timeline. Child’s Play 1-Cult and is the showrunner of the tv series.

[@miketrapper0464]

He created Chucky

[@emmettobrien1698]

When Chucky did the death count in the last episode, I said to myself,, “You’re doing James’ job”

[@TheFatScot]

I just love the way James and Chelsey nod their head and smile in sync while secretly fanning out

[@mypal1990]

Don Mancini being a Bond superfan is a surprise to me. And he does it much like childs play where the tone of the franchise changes. A lot.

[@fevilon]

So relieved to hear that this series will be featured on the kill count. Such a fun interview, too!

[@goldenjack5100]

I mean, Chucky technically already did James' job for him but it would still be cool to see him cover the whole series

[@mellemadswoestenburg1296]

@@goldenjack5100 That kill count was the reason why i was concerned that James wouldn't do it. That was still one of my favorite scenes though.

[@starwarsuncovered6968]

Have been a big Chucky fan for a couple years. Watched all the movies, learned so much behind the scenes, and Patiently waited for the Chucky TV Series. Chucky is my favorite horror franchise by far and always will have a special place in my heart. I love how Don has kept evolving Chucky over the years and now with the TV Series it has really shown the potential Chucky still holds and that the ideas definitly haven't run out. Thank you Dead Meat for interviewing this talented crew they are some great people and I loved seeing them in the 1st season can't wait to see them in the 2nd one too

[@Shrnirpledorp]

Yall really be into this shi. I only watch these cause I’m a pu55y.

[@starwarsuncovered6968]

@@Shrnirpledorp Chucky is funny man😂

[@miketrapper0464]

@@starwarsuncovered6968 he’s funnier than Freddy Krueger hands down

[@damienlu7318]

What The hell are you talking about? The last few movies were terrible, not to mention the show was so damn bad.

[@starwarsuncovered6968]

@@damienlu7318 Your absolutely wrong but ok

[@PunkkRatt]

The chucky show is easily one of the best modern iterations of an older slasher franchise and I’m so excited for season 2

[@miketrapper0464]

Chucky doesn’t feel like a slasher to me

[@miketrapper0464]

@Bryson because he feels like a haunted doll, a ghost, it’s not a criticism I see that as a good thing, it’s because of how he came to be while Jason, Mikey, bubba and Fred are slashers

[@corpsefog]

@Bryson because he’s a doll and like he just doesn’t feel like it, he’s a mix of slasher and paranormal for me

[@ttt9830]

@@miketrapper0464 i get what you’re saying but Chucky is a full on slasher like them

[@miketrapper0464]

@@ttt9830 true

[@KingCrusoe]

James saying "Chucky was on tonight. Fuck." on the Kill Count set in absolutely incredulity is one of the funniest clips I've ever seen lmao

[@miketrapper0464]

Poor James, stuck in hellraiser doomed to be punished by pinhead by not watching Chucky

[@turma8eac]

I think its super smart that they are aiming to bring new fans to the series. Many franchises feel a bit stale to me after awhile because they only focus on the people who are already fans.

[@miketrapper0464]

That’s good, to bring new people in that can experience something new

[@alexandersveryown4760]

Went from being scared of chucky as a kid where I couldn't even watch the films at all, to loving the films and even watching them alone in my room in the dark. Chuck franchise feels like I have the most connection to.

[@blekvasha]

THIS is probably my favourite part of the channel. I love seeing the interaction within the horror community, bringing these big names down to a general level to just celebrate the entire genre. It's truly fantastic and inspiring.

[@oynxerrr]

holy hecc, I'm so proud of you James !! the Chucky TV series is my comfort show and I'm sure this interview was absolutely amazing :)

[@chriskosloski226]

there with you, been a odd couple of months and Chucky has been a GREAT show to just watch when in a funk.... get a laugh learn a little more about him. i love it!!

[@dr.borgerzgacha9310]

Even though Chucky already did the kill count at the end of season 1, I would still love James to cover the series and counts the kills. I think Chucky did not count the other Chucky deaths so I think James will.

[@stanclark8824]

that was sad. tem poor chuckys 😭😭😭😫😫😭

[@mauriciogarcia4795]

@@stanclark8824 Eh they were learning to be as murderous as the original, anyway. I was more broken over Junior's death. I can't wait for Chucky and Tiffany to get theirs.

[@mauriciogarcia4795]

@@stanclark8824 For Chucky, I mean his final death.

[@stanclark8824]

@@mauriciogarcia4795 ah, okay. junior should have made it to season 2 atleast.

[@davidparkes7741]

This was so awesome, you & Chelsea were great interviewers. On a sidenote: knowing Chucky is nearing 40 years old as a franchise is making me realize my own closeness to 40 & I just 😭😭.

[@Brenda-Burd]

it's just a number dont worry when you get there it will be ok

[@smugrick7050]

I cannot wait for season two of this show. It was amazing!

[@AUserThatIsDeleted]

I can't wait for season 2 because I need to know what the Hell is going to happen to Nica

[@smugrick7050]

@@AUserThatIsDeleted ikr that was a very disturbing ending and I wanna know so badly

[@AUserThatIsDeleted]

@@smugrick7050 bro when I saw what had happened I was genuinely really disturbed, my mouth was wide open and I had my hands covering my mouth

[@miketrapper0464]

@@smugrick7050 SMUG RIIIIICK

[@RyanWillDoIt]

The kids did such an amazing job acting in Chucky

[@twiggy1030]

It so wonderful to see James and Chelsea getting all the recognition they deserve after so many years of hard work.

[@Dvfrzco]

I’m 26 and Chucky has been in my life for as long as I can remember. Bride of Chucky was one of the first movies I remember watching over and over and over again. I honestly have soooo much love for Don and it’s always really nice to see what a humble down to earth guy he is. So happy for all his recent success

[@CaioH.]

*It is very gratifying to see that Mancini and the cast have achieved good results with the series. I really like the franchise and it was good to finally see the origins of Charles Lee Ray.*

[@miketrapper0464]

I liked it and definitely liked the ending on this storyline and do want to know more

[@CaioH.]

@@miketrapper0464 Yea! Me too. I can't wait for season two. Hope there are more flashbacks to Ray's past.

[@miketrapper0464]

@@CaioH. probably not since we got probably everything now

[@CaioH.]

@@miketrapper0464 Yeah.

[@HandsomeLongshanks]

I went from being terrified of chucky because my brother had the real-life inspiration of the good guy dolls to absolutely loving the series as an adult. It's such a good IP

[@josephpoole4697]

"The soul has weight and strength." That's honestly really beautiful 🥲 Thank you Alex Vincent for being so amazing 👏

[@kdontaetinsley4458]

I had a feeling Lexi’s actor would be nice in real life the meanest characters are always played by the nicest people. Plus, it’s cool that her real life mother got to cast as her mother on the show that’s cool

[@QDaDon]

Im a huge Chucky fan. This series holds a special place in my heart. It’s one of my favorites for sure. My favorite are child’s play 1, then 2, then 3, and then this series.

[@pjm8395_]

Don seems like the nicest guy ever

[@SCL8294]

I liked these new teen characters more than I thought I would - even if the lead actor is shaky. I also enjoyed the new adult characters. I hope Don Mancini turns Lexy's mom into a (Scream 2 era) Gale Weathers-esque charatcter for season two.

[@skeptical_princess0497]

I'm a big Chucky fan and loved the series! I'm so happy that it's getting a second season.

[@rodericperez4204]

Honestly, I was kind of surprised you didn’t mention the Chucky kill count at the end to Mancini but I am glad you brought it up to the rest of the cast. The kids were great interviews. I think it was really cool that you moved them around which made us focus on the screen instead of just listening while doing something else.

[@AshtonGarland]

The Chucky franchise was one of the first horror movie series I had heard of when I was a child. Seed of Chucky will always hold a place in my heart, having a character explore their gender identity in such earnest way was very important to me.

[@idreamof100ksubs]

I absolutely love this channel anytime I get bored I just come to here just to see if they upload you guys who made this channel really put a great impact on my life and I just wanted to say +15 social credits.

[@yeti_witha_db]

+15 social credit

[@UpFromTheDepths88]

The tv series has invested me into a franchise that I was only mildly interested in for most of my life. It's silly and fun and horrific and earnest. Looking forward to season 2!

[@rouenation]

This series was so much fun and it got the ever evolving tone of the movies right. Happy to hear that there is a season 2 coming our way and can't wait to watch it. Great interviews y'all, as always. B~)

[@KonahaAliana]

Chucky has been such a huge part of my life. I had to go to the hospital for months and months as a teen and always had my little portable dvd player with me. I must've watched the Chucky movies like a hundred times back then. They weirdly helped me stay sane. The show was so damn nice, can't wait for the second season!

[@bartplays3392]

Yesss! Your so lucky you got to meet the whole kid cast of Chucky and Don! I loved this show!

[@thedude3065]

most jaw dropping moment was what Tiffany did to poor Nica

[@somecanadiangirl1]

that was absolutely the most horrifying moment in the whole season for me

[@braydenplaysyt]

I love how all of the teen actors/actress watch Dead Meat.

[@KholEllsworth]

I hope you guys get to do an interview with Neve, Courtney, David, and the new cast of Scream. It’d be so fun and great marketing.

[@jordanrichardson7498]

It’s up!

[@mr.f716]

Chucky has always been a big part of my life but i find it funny that at first i only knew chucky from watching parts of it as a very young child and being scared shitless and unable to sleep at my grandmas place because there were puppets absolutely everywhere. But through your channel i eventually learned how fun these movies are and what a intriguing franchise with such amazing people behind it

[@RayGunz101]

Love the series chucky franchise is my favorite went from being terrified of the sight of chucky to can’t get enough it ❤️ 🔪

[@maxcyrs4416]

This show was so good, the cast so great too ! The family of Lexy' actress is a legendary horro family with her and her sister who plays Melanie in the babysitter movies and the snake bite girl in my favorite movie of all time Doctor sleep ! Really liked every bit of the first season, can't wait for season 2 ! Those young actors are killing it !

[@adamomara5924]

Awesome video James. I'm a huge fan of your videos and the Mortal Kombat stream and kill count was excellent! Also good luck with your wedding and be good people!

[@usern0th1ng]

I love teo so much he's such a cool person, he's got that groovy vibe going on and i just love it

[@rosenailedit444]

This is the coolest thing omg I love Don Mancini

[@Jessidafennecfox]

Don is awesomeness you can tell he loves us fans.

[@gotserotonin2311]

Been waiting on this since the finale. You guys absolutely killed it

[@DitisEmile]

I loved this one! It was such fun to see everyone just enjoying themselves while answering these questions.

[@reregbaby8825]

I think this interview made my whole life better, I literally have been thinking about requesting a magic kill count since I watched it about last year and I loved it

[@turma8eac]

Magic? Never heard of that one

[@breetheraven2520]

Honestly i went from being terrified of chucky at a young age (thanks to my step-grandfather having a good guys doll in the living room) to slowly over the years watching more horror and loving chucky, and this show was such a miracle and i love it

[@cinemaclips6074]

31:45 For those of you who have been wondering

[@rileytipper5110]

I’m amazed every time I watch you guys doing a new interview, I’m so happy you get to meet all these amazing people who contribute to the horror genre and happy for you I know you must be so giddy inside whenever your talking to any of these guys

[@Hellseventeen]

Child’s play / Chucky is The first Horror Franchise I got into as a adolescent, I originally would watch it around 8-9 to overcome my fears as a child because I would get teased about it by my cousins

[@miketrapper0464]

He’s one of my favorite killers in horror

[@dominique2o06]

Just finished the season and it was fun to watch ! Great seeing Don he seem like he enjoyed the interview as much as you guys did. I'm happy you got to interview the cast as well it was great to hear how they worked with Chucky. I'm really kinda sad no Teo next season I really want to see the four of them grow even more next season. But who knows what they will be doing next season.

[@NIGHTMARECRIPT]

So awesome of you to be able to interview Don Mancini and the cast of the Chucky TV Show! The show was a major roller coaster, and seeing this interview after all that is something I didn't know I needed, but I'm glad we got. Great job, James and Chelsea! You're killing it like you always do!

[@SHEEMBA]

Great interview! Me and my family loved the show! Excited for season 2

[@whatidk77]

I was waiting for this!

[@opalmannn]

When I saw Chucky do a kill count at the end of the series, the first thing I thought of was Dead Meat

[@Vegito92006]

Same bro, Dead Meat has it easy this time

[@WaterSkillNot]

ye i noticed that when i first saw her comment and then yours (btw i'm talking about the "Edit")

[@miketrapper0464]

That sucks, pepper is possibly a bot

[@opalmannn]

People think it’s the real Pepper

[@Crispyboii-qr1ti]

Sorry pepper stole your comment, but I thought of the same thing!

[@Xehanort10]

15:28 I've always thought that even though he's a doll the voodoo gave him Charles Lee Ray's strength as a human.

[@AUserThatIsDeleted]

I was thinking the same thing

[@miketrapper0464]

More like superhuman? Metahuman? Idk

[@Vaajraath]

My biggest questions are: Will Glen/Glenda appear in the show proper come season 2? (If one hasn't already been secretly introduced in season 1 that is.) Is Kyle dead? Please tell me that isn't how a fan favorite legacy character goes out. Is Nica ever going to be allowed to again have the agency she had in Curse and Cult? At this point it's just becoming mean spirited and gratuitous the way her character is being tortured.

[@mauriciogarcia4795]

For the first one, I can't really say. It's a possibility. When Don announced and confirmed season 2, I could see a Glen doll in the background, so we might just get to see him. I'm still curious to whether Ms. Fairchild is Glenda or not. When Detective Evans noted her past, I was on the edge of my seat thinking it was her. But I'm not sure. The second one, I doubt Kyle is dead. That gloved hand at the end of the season had to be her. At least thats what I assume, and I doubt Don would kill her off. She and Andy are a Chucky mutilating duo, so it makes sense she would survive. Now that all three kids are on their own, all they can rely on is Andy, Kyle, and if they can convince her, the mayor. She might have questions as to what happened in the cinema. The last one, I REALLY don't know. Nica has just gotten the shit end of everything since Curse and I don't think it'll stop there. She's lost her family, she was framed by Chucky and admitted into a psychiatric hospital and convinced she killed them, molested by her doctor (who also played Lexi's dad in the series, so he gets to die two times in a row), fighting over control of her body with Chucky, had sex with Tiffany (honestly, that last one isn't bad. It's Jennifer Tilly in a blonde wig, and she still looks like she's in her late 30s). Then, she was sedated, held hostage against her will, and now she's a quadruple amputee who can't fight back. I honestly don't think we'll find her in the best shape next season, especially with Chucky's soul still in her body trying to kill Tiffany. Which reminds me, the fact that she's the reason the events of the first Child's Play even began shook me. The second she picked up the phone and asked to speak to Detective Mike Norris, I slammed my furniture a few times and was all, "NO WAY!!!" Chucky even makes a little callback to the movie when he says he's going to get Tiffany for it and says, "No matter what!" Which reminds me of his words to Mike Norris as he was dying in the toy store.

[@joanvergara9416]

My question is detective mike norris coming back becacuse i really want to see him like his good and a good character to help andy because hes charles lee rays archnemesis.

[@jloh3256]

One of those questions is now answered

[@mellemadswoestenburg1296]

@@jloh3256 very excited to see them both back. There's probably gonna be some kind of Zuko and Azula energy between the 2 of them.

[@jackceltic4947]

@@mellemadswoestenburg1296 for sure. I’m sooo excited for Glen, they’re such a sweet character in a franchise that is so brutal. It’s a nice contrast and allows for some really sweet moments, I hope they aren’t jaded by their experiences tho like Andy. You can definitely see that the trauma caught up to him and Kyle. Understandable and justified given their past, but still tragic.

[@honeycoves3707]

I’m a teenager and it being mentioned as YA was great, I’m 16 and I loved the show and heavily related to many of the character in different ways so they did a great job. Thank you!! 😊

[@LCRoeComics]

It was so cool to see this!!! Omg I love your channel omg

[@cynthmcdonalds]

I’ve literally been waiting for this after finishing the whole show.

[@elhopper3735]

It would’ve been really creepy/funny if the Chucky puppet behind Don suddenly “came to life” for a little and moved then went back like nothing happened

[@iamgilbertomartinez]

Love you guys and I can't wait for season 2 of Chucky to come!

[@haileecutiepie]

I’m such a fan of this and in love with this series. You guys did amazing. Also teo and everyone is so adorable

[@jon_the_guanlong]

I loved the series. Thanks for showing me Chucky in the first place and getting me into the show.

[@michellemarshall6708]

I am a big fan of chucky franchise and I watched chucky films & the new tv series when my dad was in hospital it helped me forgot my problems for a while and he passed away last month and it's weird but rewatching chucky helped me in a way it was a distraction. It sounds stupid but I dont care. Just want to say a big thank you to Don Mancini for this iconic franchise you are a legend🙌👏❤ xxx

[@marril96]

This is amazing! What a lovely bunch of people!

[@domdom3376]

Don mancini is my idol, amazing you had them all on here. Love the show James great work as always

[@cameronc6932]

Loved the series so much

[@myzareemonroe2800]

Just came to say I signed up for peacock just to watch this season thanks to you guys here at dead meat. Thanks guys!!!

[@maineman5757]

Holy hell this is such a treat!

[@yaboideviin3240]

I'm really liking Chucky so far, I've watched every episode except the season finale and I can't wait to see what season 2 holds in store

[@residentevil4life]

will be interesting to see what they do with Season 2. Definitely nice to see a franchise that had been relegated to streaming/DVD not only come back to the mainstream on TV but to have such an awesome moment to be able to bring in every cast member from the films. That's pretty unheard of.

[@klissattack]

I'm a big Chucky fan. Child's play 2 was the first horror movie I saw and it scared the crap out of me. Once I got older I overcame that fear and just grew to love it all. It's great how Don and Brad have been with it all. It really makes the series that much better

[@marciherrera6523]

This is a great show! Loved this so much!

[@SjefSjaakie]

this video made my day James, thanks.

[@HelloGoodbye2085]

I loved the series soo much! Plus we all know the horror genre is like 30 years behind everyone else in terms of representation so as a queer teenage horror fan this series really was such a blessing

[@miketrapper0464]

It really is nice that there is more representation in horror movies, like Chucky and like fear street

[@TheDecline99]

Don Mancini seems like such a chilled dude.

[@xxxmdxxx4450]

1:21 I had an eye doctor's appointment came home this was on a Tuesday I went right to bed when I wake up I realise I MISSED CHUCKY.Then someone had posted it on youtube

[@michealvega1373]

Chucky was the show I didn't know i needed this year.

[@TrainerBigMike]

What success! Congratulations Dead Meat gang between this, the interview with Jamie and the scream house, you’re living the dream!

[@chrisalonso7457]

This show was soo good I was hoping you'd cover it!

[@Phalen3]

I went and watched the entire 8 episodes in just one sitting yesterday, just because of this interview. I started watching it, and immediately FELL IN LOVE WITH IT!!! Hell, after finishing the finale, I restarted the season, just because it was so good. I hope this show goes on for years to come. Oh, and Jake Wheeler is probably my favorite Main Protagonist out of anything, EVER btw. When his Dad broke that sculpture, it broke my heart 💔. Didn't think it deserved the electric chair, but was still a dick move lol.

[@egghead5174]

I really like this show and am pumped for season 2!

[@alphaa7828]

It's nice to see Don so excited while explaining how the shows and movies worked

[@TheProjectCoreHD]

Gotta watch the series before I watch the interview but soooo excited!

[@donquixotedoflamingo5210]

I really enjoy the Series ❤️ good job! Love to see Season 2.

[@jorgeamaya6407]

Ngl, I teared down a little. I'm so proud of this channel. So happy for you guys!

[@freesheep0]

I was incredibly excited for this .

[@usern0th1ng]

Also Bjorgvin seems like such a cool dude

[@P1nkgrim]

I'm such a fan of this movie and was really excited for the TV series. Seen it all, love the soundtrack. Can't wait for next year, next season! 💕💕

[@AUserThatIsDeleted]

I was always happy when the title card came up because the sound track is a bop

[@TricklingBananas]

This is the video I wanted to see the most

[@genevievewanner5162]

This video was so much fun!

[@ashleywilliams4665]

If I had to choose a horror franchise to move to a tv series, it would be Chucky. I’ve also loved the emphasis on the meaning of “Child’s Play”. Chucky this whole series is trying to recruit children to “play” and kill. Like this first season really felt like the start of Chucky’s ultimate end game! Genuinely would love to see this series go crazy and have almost an apocalypse of Chucky dolls.

[@miketrapper0464]

I definitely hope to see more chucky

[@WillTheGreatest]

Was waiting for yall to cover this. Man I was astonished that this show far exceeded my expectations from it. It's like the cobra kai of horror

[@jasonvoorhees310]

DeadMeat brightens my day. Thanks good peeps.✌

[@miketrapper0464]

Hey Jason

[@josealexanderocampo3805]

I loved the chucky tv series it was really good

[@ashl3y.06]

YESSS I LOVE THR CHUCKY FRANCHISE AND IM SOO GLAD JAMES WAS ABLE TO INTERVIEW THE CAST AND DON ❤️😩🥰‼️‼️‼️

[@lelybeans5981]

I love this so much