WTF Happened To Eli Roth's Cabin Fever?

Imagine you’re a teenager out in the middle of nowhere, and you find you have an itch on your face that you just can’t scratch. The more you scratch it, the more it itches. And when you look down at the hand that had done the itching, there are chunks of flesh on it... What do you do next? Well, it really happened to a young Eli Roth when he worked on a horse farm in Iceland when he was 19 years old. Eli survived the ordeal; we also can’t help but be kind of glad it happened to him. After all, we wouldn’t have “Cabin Fever” otherwise. Is that messed up for us? If so, that’s fitting because this is one messed up flick, and so stay away from the shaving kit for just a little while, and lets find out WTF Happened to “Cabin Fever.”
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Written by: Eric Walkuski
Edited, and narrated by: Tyler Nichols
Produced by: John Fallon and Lance Vlcek
Executive produced by: Berge Garabedian
SERIES SYNOPSIS: Hollywood has had its fair share of historically troubled productions. Whether it was casting changes, actor deaths, fired directors, in-production rewrites, constant delays, budget cuts or studio edits, these films had every intention to be a blockbuster but were beset with unforeseen disasters. Sometimes huge hits, sometimes box office bombs. Either way, we have to ask: WTF Happened To This Horror Movie?
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[@brandonjackson5865]

Cabin fever is probably one of the best “cabin in the woods “ movies right up there with evil dead and Cabin in the Woods and I didn’t realize it was such a low budget film . Makes sense those with a passionate cast and crew usually become greater than the sum of its components. I still don’t understand the recent remake the original is pretty much perfect and not that old really . Of course it’s old but not like Halloween old .

[@bjmombo]

Agree

[@alltimeklazzikz]

Man, i have to tell you, Cabin Fever is Highly Underrated. One of my Fav. Movies.

[@reddragon6613]

This brings back memories of going to the movies in my high school days, this era of "new" horror movies I actually saw on the big screen.

[@JoBloHorrorOriginals]

🤘

[@bjmombo]

Same! And awesome time

[@peterludwig4599]

This movie had so many great scenes. And some of them were completely over the top that you can’t help but smile.

[@trinaq]

I love that the pancakes scene was entirely unscripted, and Eli Roth decided to randomly add it in after noticing Dennis' actor practicing Rae Kwon Do.

[@coffeebean_tamer]

That scene cracks me up every time . 😂

[@Fluoride_Jones]

*Rex Kwon Do

[@bjmombo]

Maybe you should put a sign

[@Funnylittleman]

This is one of my favorite movies! It’s the perfect balance of funny and revolting and scary. The idea really sticks with you.

[@einienj3281]

The only horror movie that has caused me to have nightmares, I also thought about the movie for like a week..

[@bjmombo]

I pick this over Cabin In The Woods any day of the week😀

[@bjmombo]

​@@einienj3281yeeeesss😂

[@AbuHajarAlBugatti]

⁠@@einienj3281yeah that and cube/cube zero and the platform

[@heinygoon9453]

one of the most Realistic horror, thriller, and psychological scary movies out there.. because these things easily can happen in real life...in fact it actually does...and often

[@Litepaw]

This is the only damn movie that managed to scare me as a kid. I was too afraid to sleep in the dark or alone. It was the combination of the 100% possible scenario, the fall atmosphere, and the fantastic soundtrack, especially those droning cellos. I still get chills when even thinking about that at age 30.

[@einienj3281]

This movie had me rattled for a week.. the only horror movie that has caused me to have nightmares.. love it! ❤

[@wstine79]

I worked on a commercial and a few films with the old man at the drug store. He was a delight to meet.

[@davidcurry332]

Damn 😮

[@coomtothebroom778]

Love this movie. Saw it when I was trying to recover from a terrible flu and for whatever reason I fell in love with the movie. LOL Thanks for giving this movie some love!

[@MortonsReviews]

Just ordered the blu ray box set with all 4 movies in it. Can't wait to get it, then I will re watch all the movies again.

[@seantaylor6062]

I remember requesting JoBlo to do a video on this a year ago. I immediately got so excited finally seeing this pop up in my feed

[@firefury6053]

Loved this movie, I was young when I saw it. The ending scene made me really skeptical of drinking water for a while. 😭 Remake bombed, people need to stop with the remaking/rebooting of things that have already been done, smh.

[@Fluoride_Jones]

Well, in that case, you definitely shouldn't watc the sequel, "Cabin Fever 2: Spring Fever." Though, you actually should, because it's great. 😁 It was directed by Ti West, who directed "The House of the Devil," "Pearl" and "X." It's super underrated. I like it as much as "Cabin Fever."

[@heatchills4093]

Such an awesome movie. Way more deep and nuanced than most people give it credit for. It's way more than just a gore splatterfest; it's a study on human nature in a crisis situation, and it's really well done.

[@edwardzuniga7598]

Nope. Couldn’t be more wrong IMO. But I’m super stoked you like it and see it that way.

[@heatchills4093]

@@edwardzuniga7598 Really? What part do you disagree with? You don't think it was well done? Or you don't think there was any character study side to it?

[@JokersRevenge48]

Great vid! Can't believe they remade this. The remake was so bad. Tracks tho.... Pancakes got what he deserved. Damn ankle bitter!

[@sidlazzar1002]

This movie came out when I was a kid and I grew up on horror but both my brother and me and couldn’t finish it at the time. I was terrified. I’d love a spin off of this idea. To this day I love it and it really taps into the Friday the 13th and tropes of slasher movies. Iconic and can’t wait for more from Eli. Thanksgiving was amazing 🤩

[@randomlibra]

What do you mean WTF Happened to this movie? PANCAKES!!! That's what happened!!! :P

[@gypsydildopunks7083]

Horror is never dead. You need a great writer and director. Then BOOm goes the pressurized blood spray we crave. Great flick

[@DrumWild]

Don't forget The Rotten Fruit! Best disc extras ever.

[@TheReturnOfBloodyJack]

The most popular band in the world!!!

[@NickG8420]

Maaaan I had forgotten about that lol

[@Emlane09]

I felt like I was losing my brain cells as l was watching this movie.

[@averybryant6997]

that kid screaming pancakes, then doing a martial arts routine was so David Lynch.

[@0.0dots]

The shaving part really struck me. Every time i use a razor i always end up scrapping off a giant piece of skin, no matter what i do.

[@bjmombo]

Made me switch to waxing

[@einienj3281]

Made me physically ill.. and I still get flashbacks whenever I shave.. 👀

[@quentinflacko24]

Another underrated movie it was way ahead of its time with that covid 19 illness i still have the movie on VCR tape

[@goondocks4]

Just watched it on cable last night 👍👍. Good timing bro!

[@productreviewproductions439]

one of my top horrors of all time

[@NickG8420]

I like how the one ahole guy of the group (guy who was also in Super Troopers) hides in a cave and comes out at the end and sees all the carnage that had taken place and all he can say is Yes I made it!

[@DarthPyrusTheVirus]

Didn't he drink water at one point? Or was that another guy? I remember theories that he was probably infected despite his attempts.

[@Haulinbassracing]

Fun fact he was sweet lou in grind, the other guy who isnt shaun from boy meets world is also from grind and detroit rock city, the cop is also in detroit rock city

[@thaterinb245]

I totally forgot about this movie. I was so grossed out watching it on TV as a teenager I can’t imagine watching it uncut 😂

[@456loveluck]

That movie made me scared of drinking water 💦 and bathing 🛀

[@mikaross4671]

The shaving scene to this day makes me feel extra queasy. I loved this movie and the practical effects so much. Sadly, it's always disheartening to hear as a horror fan and a woman these women dont want to do these sex scenes. I can understand why they're uncomfortable with them and wish they didnt have to have them in general in the movies. The effects still remind me heavily of evil dead and i hope more horror movies int he feature can focus more on gore and practical effects. It's crazy to think Lionsgate took this and it came out just a year before SAW 1.

[@HeyFella]

Still love this one.

[@MrJC1]

It's a brilliant film. Some people say it has aged badly, i watched it for the first time in years and i hold the opposite opinion. It is both hilarious and messed up and not many films execute this style as effectively. 10/10.

[@ttsg5601]

Without the sequel, we would not have director Ti West. The sequel was re-edited by the producers and Ti West could not get his name removed from the film. It’s kind of like Ti West’s Alien 3.

[@markalexander3659]

I think Serena appreciates that scene NOW 'cause it is by far the most iconic moment in the movie

[@alienmoosestudios]

One of my favorite horror films!!!! Eli rocks!!! ✨🤩🎥🍿✨

[@markalexander3659]

I feel like I'm the only person who unironically loves this movie. It also saved my life as I developed Necrotizing Fasciitis in my arm and I caught it VERY VERY early due to having seen this movie, which is based on NF* *IRL it's different. Less bleeding because the areas of flesh that come off are already dead. It's also not very contagious from person-to-person and it's a bacterial infection, not a virus.

[@scottsthoughts2227]

Can anyone tell me why in this film there is a character named The Bunny Man and in the credits it says “We will never tell you”? Who played that legend of a character?

[@DarthPyrusTheVirus]

I don't think it's ever been publicly revealed, but if you somehow find the call sheets from the film, it'll definitely be listed on there. Maybe contact the studio and see if you can get lucky.

[@mikeyfn-a6684]

Was some funny shit when Strong ran into a buncha girl scouts covered in "blood", only for them to realize he was him and he hadda run for him life 😂 A shame we didn't get to see Debelo and Andrews share a scene, as they worked perfectly together in Detroit Rock City

[@joefosh]

I like how that little blonde kid grew up to be UFC's Paddy Pimblett

[@JoshAronoff]

Great movie. I loved how insane and hilarious it is.

[@Bgdk]

I was not ok for years after I watched this movie as a kid. I was terrified of someone coming up to the door our front door with that disease 😂

[@nathanio103]

Eli Roth in his 20s though! Holy shit 😍😍😍

[@jamesbednar8625]

Love this movie!!! Saw in the theater when it first came out and could not wait until it came out on DVD. Watch every October. The "leg shaving scene" gets me every time and I shudder just seeing the flesh being shaved away!!

[@thespacebat]

I remember seeing the leg part in trailers as a kid and it freaked me out lol

[@deanvillarreal147]

man, Cabin Fever 2 pretty good too... kinda, the best character there is Winston lmao with same antics and vibe as this.. I love that scene at the very end hilarious stuff.

[@plisskenetic]

Great video, though I wished you'd have gotten into the stories of Roth getting sued by the unions after its huge success & him having to pay them.

[@CallingAllMadMen]

Saw this movie in the theaters with my mom at the tender age of 11. Movie def scarred me.

[@mikeygraves16]

I had to immediately pause this and search for 'Restaurant Dogs', and it did...NOT DISAPPOINT!😂😂😂

[@tammy6610]

I am still trying to figure out why did it need to be remade not even 10yrs later.

[@ooakley11123]

Everything about this movie is hilarious. One of my favorites.

[@heinygoon9453]

one of the most Realistic horror, thriller, and psychological scary movies out there.. because these things easily can happen in real life...in fact it actually does...and often..

[@simonwoodthrillerwriter]

I respect Eli Roth for what he's done but I just don't like his films.

[@rmhartman]

I much prefer the original to the remake.

[@waltermisery451]

Knew of this films existence for years but went into it completely blind. No idea what it's about but not only was I disgusted but never laughed so much while viewing a horror flick since 'Psycho Cop 2'

[@user-dg7ov5jm8b]

I had this shit on repeat back when it dropped in O2 as well as the bonus material. Rotten fruit was hilarious.

[@HollywoodH4T3R]

1 and 2 are amazing 🔥

[@Spike0000]

Cracking "now classic"...Cracking trilogy to be fair...including it's remake a few short years later....

[@ji-wonseong1623]

I just hope they make the 4th movie eventually. The 3rd movie gave this series the lore it needed!

[@that-avr-drummer]

I love this movie and part 2!!!

[@johnathongriffin6021]

Love this movie

[@krs4976]

I really like Cabin Fever , the sequel was such a let down though

[@mjslawrence9554]

Definitely some cheapness and cheesiness to this one that hurts it, but it does have that classic feeling. Love Roth overall for his horror contributions

[@Devious_Reviews]

It took some serious talent to make every movie related to this one go off a cliff. Part 2 was awful and I'm still not trying the third. Remake was equally bad and was even more awkward than anything. Speaking of, what the hell was wrong with that kid loafing around on the bench at the general store.... in both this and remake? I've known autistic kids for decades and that's not their kind of behavior to exhibit. I'm under the impression the direction for both kids was "I dunno, just sit there and bite the guy's hand or something... and do karate". Other than that, it's great to hear of such grand success after such a rocky start.

[@Jason_Voorhees.]

Ove always loved this movie, ive put a bunch of friend's on to this one

[@scottieman2]

Good movie.

[@Dr_1212]

Pancakes 🥞

[@elmstreetfan1633]

How did you overlook the David Hess music?

[@rascal7855]

It freaked me out after the constant throwing up

[@devi2691]

Joey Kern had eye infections? you know why.. right? watch the commentary of the movie. during a scene with the car, one of the charges, used to shatter truck glass, goes off too soon, and blinds Kern. badly. almost permanently. also, you didn't mention the dog. but again, watch the commentary...

[@michaelbuczek1767]

PANCAKES! PANCAAAAAAKES!

[@Ironstarfish]

Great movie, it revived the B horror movie genre

[@sirot5561]

"BETTER CLOSE THE DOOR MARCIE!"

[@ashesfrombones]

is it just me, or Eli Roth looks somehow like to Zack Snyder

[@lilliebobson3146]

This movie grossed me the fk out.

[@williamfrancismclellan3919]

cabin fever 2 is just as good Ti West and Eli Roth are both horror legions now

[@DarthPyrusTheVirus]

For what it's worth, Cerina Vincent seems to be happy with Cabin Fever and Eli Roth these days, judging by her Instagram. Also, the remake is straight buns.

[@adriennereyes5405]

I love this film and the sequel / prequel but hated the remake 😅

[@ChanceTheChancenator]

Great movie, great video, but now I wonder: wtf happened to the pancakes... I mean sequels?

[@darksaiyan4]

This movie made me sick when the dog ripped the girl apart

[@geeshep4836]

I Have Cabin Fever The Unrated Version DVD Oh My God This Movie Is So Scary And Cringeworthy I Just Can't Get Enough. And I Watched Cabin Fever 2 On VUDU A Few Years Ago And Saw Cabin Fever: Patient Zero Back In 2019 On TUBI. All Three Cabin Fever Movies = Pure Genius. As For The Cabin Fever Remake Goes I Didn't See It.

[@Emulous79]

OK, so it's no Evil Dead 2 but it still entertained and made me laugh. What's the shotgun for? That's for n*****s.

[@Haulinbassracing]

The guys from the shitty grind movie with the o.c. kid replaced by Shaun from boy meets world.

[@Superfreaky2]

I love this movie, its just a fun gory movie, the actors were awesome too, the remake is garbage though.

[@loudmusickillsthepain648]

This movie is too gross for my stomach. I don't like this movie and never plan to watch it again

[@julesrules7297]

Uh...that sex scene thing is really fucked up.

[@Pip3603]

Holy shit, are they really teenagers??

[@andrewduarte115]

Yeah just watched this movie tonight for the first time. It wasn’t good ( my take )

[@CTEagleCeltic]

I love Eli Roth… Snuck into Cabin Fever, free of charge… Still wanted my money back.

[@marvelfoxmorty5057]

Yep... The original CF was so gross AF & I like it .. sequels ...not a fan especially the remake it's so boring

[@glassgraves]

Pancakes

[@gabetufano7055]

Love your videos...but just wanted to point out that some of the information provided is not correct in regards to budget and production. I have heavy connection with this film.

[@lilliebobson3146]

So people who have money give you money because their kid liked it? It has nothing to do with talent or even merit. Just a rich person buying their kid a movie....

[@minkvelour]

0:11 Your hand doesn't do the itching, it does the scratching. Scratch the itch.

[@ab5olut3zero95]

God this flick was awful. We used it as the final step of initiation into our college drill platoon.

[@markoutwithmark]

This JoBlo narrator's voice is like nails on a chalkboard.

[@RedDragonM1]

PHELOUS told me this movie is awful, the characters are bad, there's bad story telling, Eli Roth is obessed with people calling each other "Gay", the "pancakes" scene wasn't funny, just dumb..."The party cop" is awful....and no one should watch it. MEANWHILE...his wife was caught screaming "Shut the fuck up!" at a crying 2 year old.

[@creationzikaz4836]

I think the videos are interesting and informative but is the 'fuck' really necessary? It's detrimental to what you're trying to do which are top notch, well informed videos. The 'fuck' is out of place in the sense that nothing 'mind blowing' happened, it's just a making of documentary. I understand it's to be enticing and promote clicks but it's kind of cheap.

[@shin-ultima8943]

Have you noticed how you're the only one who gives a fuck about his use of language

[@creationzikaz4836]

@@shin-ultima8943 How do you know?

[@billyrattlesticks6949]

Ely Roth really pisses me off, the man has talent, there's no doubt about that, he has imagination by the bucket load but his films always have some of the worst dialogue or the most WTF? scenes in them that can really ruin his movies. I mean 'Pancakes' WTF?? It's so weird and out of place and serves zero purpose in the film, it's just odd and that cop who literally moans party all the time, what cop in the world talks and acts like that? lol Weird for the sake of it.

[@chasejackson7248]

Guess you hate all of David lynch films.

[@billyrattlesticks6949]

@@chasejackson7248Not at all, one of my favourite films ever is The elephant man, comparing David Lynch to Ely Roth is something I never thought I would ever see in my lifetime 🤣

[@filipeduarte3093]

This movie sucks major balls. It is that bad.

[@kristophermyers8676]

The c a ll back joke from the shop keeper atcthe end will never not kill me