Parents undoubtedly love their children, but every now and then, they want some time off. That’s where a babysitter or nanny comes in. If everything goes to plan, these domestic godsends can be in and out in a few hours with some extra money in hand, as well as the satisfaction of knowing they helped ease a parent’s stress for a short while.
However, not every one of these caregivers (or their charges) gets off scot-free; the ones in horror count themselves lucky if they can go home after their excruciating ordeals.
And as these five dreadful episodes from TV anthology series demonstrate, childcare can be downright scary…
Tales from the Darkside (1983-1988)
Hush
Tales from the Darkside was not exactly a straightforward anthology. So often this iconic creepshow was vague, existential, and sometimes artsy. The episodes fans tend to remember most are the ones where the threat...
However, not every one of these caregivers (or their charges) gets off scot-free; the ones in horror count themselves lucky if they can go home after their excruciating ordeals.
And as these five dreadful episodes from TV anthology series demonstrate, childcare can be downright scary…
Tales from the Darkside (1983-1988)
Hush
Tales from the Darkside was not exactly a straightforward anthology. So often this iconic creepshow was vague, existential, and sometimes artsy. The episodes fans tend to remember most are the ones where the threat...
- 9/26/2022
- by Paul Lê
- bloody-disgusting.com
Who doesn’t love a good “swapped bodies” storyline? Just about every show has done it at one point. From Buffy to Gilligan’s Island to The X-Files, there are over 50 TV episodes that focus on the plot, and now that Supernatural has hit its fifth season, its their turn.
It isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Plenty of shows have stooped lower by pulling off a “trapped in a freezer and forced to tell stories” clip show, or even a musical episode. The “body swap” storyline is only a right of passage after you hit so many episodes, and it looks like this one is just that. From The CW:
High school nerd Gary (guest star Colton James), conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki). Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean (Jensen Ackles) and...
It isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Plenty of shows have stooped lower by pulling off a “trapped in a freezer and forced to tell stories” clip show, or even a musical episode. The “body swap” storyline is only a right of passage after you hit so many episodes, and it looks like this one is just that. From The CW:
High school nerd Gary (guest star Colton James), conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki). Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean (Jensen Ackles) and...
- 1/26/2010
- by Matt Raub
- The Flickcast
This week finds Supernatural offering its own spin on the popular "body switch" theme, and considering the parties involved, it's sure to be a lot of fun. Thanks to the CW, we have two webclips of the episode, entitled "Swap Meat", to help get you ready for it.
First, the synopsis: Gary (guest star Colton James, best known for his appearance in The Lost World: Jurassic Park), a teenage nerd, conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki). Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean (Jensen Ackles)and takes advantage of his good looks and age by hitting on women and getting drunk. Meanwhile, Sam is stuck in Gary's teenage body, dealing with intrusive parents and high school.
For more, including full episodes, trailers, and videos, visit Supernatural on The CW.
- Debi Moore
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
First, the synopsis: Gary (guest star Colton James, best known for his appearance in The Lost World: Jurassic Park), a teenage nerd, conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki). Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean (Jensen Ackles)and takes advantage of his good looks and age by hitting on women and getting drunk. Meanwhile, Sam is stuck in Gary's teenage body, dealing with intrusive parents and high school.
For more, including full episodes, trailers, and videos, visit Supernatural on The CW.
- Debi Moore
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
- 1/25/2010
- by The Woman In Black
- DreadCentral.com
We posted a promo and a sneak peek for this episode earlier today and now we have two additional sneak peeks for the January 28 new episode of Supernatural.
Sam’S Bodysnatched!
High school nerd Gary (guest star Colton James), conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki). Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean (Jensen Ackles) and takes advantage of Sam’s good looks and age by hitting on women and getting drunk. Meanwhile, the real Sam is stuck inside Gary’s teenage body, dealing with intrusive parents and high school. Also guest stars Sarah Drew (“Everwood,” “Mad Men”) as ‘Nora.’ Robert Singer directed the episode written by Julie Siege with story by Julie Siege, Rebecca Dessertine and Harvey Fedor (#512).
Sam’S Bodysnatched!
High school nerd Gary (guest star Colton James), conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki). Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean (Jensen Ackles) and takes advantage of Sam’s good looks and age by hitting on women and getting drunk. Meanwhile, the real Sam is stuck inside Gary’s teenage body, dealing with intrusive parents and high school. Also guest stars Sarah Drew (“Everwood,” “Mad Men”) as ‘Nora.’ Robert Singer directed the episode written by Julie Siege with story by Julie Siege, Rebecca Dessertine and Harvey Fedor (#512).
- 1/23/2010
- by Jon Lachonis
- TVovermind.com
Are we all happy that the Winchester boys are finally back with new episodes? Have you been chanting "pudding" in your head since last night's episode? The CW has released a promo and a sneak peek for the January 28 new episode.
You know what I love? I love the synopsis below. Especially the part about the kid being "thrilled by his new handsome and built body". So let me ask you guys…do you think Jared Padalecki is embarrassed or flattered by the CW's PR department extolling his physical virtues in a press release? Because I find it hilarious.
Update: Check it out, we also have two more sneak peeks for the episode.
Sam’S Bodysnatched!
Gary (guest star Colton James), a teenage nerd, conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki).
Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case...
You know what I love? I love the synopsis below. Especially the part about the kid being "thrilled by his new handsome and built body". So let me ask you guys…do you think Jared Padalecki is embarrassed or flattered by the CW's PR department extolling his physical virtues in a press release? Because I find it hilarious.
Update: Check it out, we also have two more sneak peeks for the episode.
Sam’S Bodysnatched!
Gary (guest star Colton James), a teenage nerd, conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam (Jared Padalecki).
Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case...
- 1/22/2010
- by Clarissa
- TVovermind.com
Sam gets switched to another body & more in CW's "Supernatural" episode 12 of season 5. We've got a few spoilers for the show,along with a promo clip after the jump. The episode is entitled, "Swap Meat," and it entails Sam getting switched into a different body, so the title is a good one. In "Swap Meat" episode, a character named Gary (guest star Colton James) who is a teenage nerd will conjure up a body-switching spell and switch bodies with Sam. Gary will be thrilled by his new handsome and built body, and will investigate a case with Dean. Gary will start to take advantage of his good looks and age by hitting on women and getting drunk.
- 1/22/2010
- by Andre@ontheflix
- OnTheFlix
"Supernatural" is back from the Winter hiatus and next week, the show will do a another role-playing episode. Gary (guest star Colton James), a teenage nerd, conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam.
Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean and takes advantage of his good looks and age by hitting on women and getting drunk. Meanwhile, Sam is stuck in Gary's teenage body, dealing with intrusive parents and high school.
"Swap Meat" will air on Thursday, January 28 on The CW.
Meanwhile, the show has shaped up its Valentine's Day episode which will be called "My Bloody Valentine". A sneak peek photo of the Cupid, played by Lex Medlin, who is thought responsible for a series of death due to love, has been shared, and he is not a typical Cherub.
Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean and takes advantage of his good looks and age by hitting on women and getting drunk. Meanwhile, Sam is stuck in Gary's teenage body, dealing with intrusive parents and high school.
"Swap Meat" will air on Thursday, January 28 on The CW.
Meanwhile, the show has shaped up its Valentine's Day episode which will be called "My Bloody Valentine". A sneak peek photo of the Cupid, played by Lex Medlin, who is thought responsible for a series of death due to love, has been shared, and he is not a typical Cherub.
- 1/22/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
On January 21, the CW's hit series Supernatural resumes its fifth season and we've got the plot details on the next two episodes. "Sam, Interrupted:" A former hunter named Martin, who is currently institutionalized, calls Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) for help investigating a case in the mental hospital. The brothers get themselves admitted as patients to check out the mysterious monster that is attacking the patients, but their incarceration pushes both to the breaking point as they unleash their inner demons against each other. "Swap Meat:" Gary (guest star Colton James), a teenage nerd, conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam. Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with...
- 1/11/2010
- shocktillyoudrop.com
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