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Zombie Burger: A place to enjoy your Manwich

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If you build it, they will come. No, not the legions who travel to Dyersville, Iowa every summer to watch Hall of Fame baseball players like Mike Schmidt and Carlton Fisk emerge from the corn for a charitable exhibition, but rather fans of zombies, walkers and biters.

Let’s face it, zombies aren’t the only ones who need to eat. Those enamored with them need sustenance, as well, and Des Moines has you covered.

I was stoked to find that Zombie Burger existed at all, but I could hardly contain my excitement on the way to the feast. And though there isn’t much by way of reference to zombie film décor on the walls or elsewhere, the joint more than made up for it on the menu (which is a faux newspaper titled The Villager replete with the faux latest zombie happenings).

Wall art

Wall art

We’re not talking ham smothered in chocolate sauce, either.

From burgers with monikers including 28 Days Later, They’re Coming to Get You Barbara and Boomstick swarming the menu, there is plenty to keep you smiling.

Not only is the grub delicious, there’s plenty of it and appears in the blink of an eye.

Remember that Jim Gaffigan bit where he is commenting on how quickly Chinese food comes? “I think I’ll have the…oh, it’s here.”

After we placed our order, I wandered to have a looksee and not two minutes later the appetizer had arrived. And the burgers followed shortly thereafter. And by shortly, I mean mere minutes. So if you’re starved for flesh, you won’t have a long wait ahead of you.

Three Little Pigs as told by the Wolf nachos appetizer

Three Little Pigs as told by the Wolf nachos appetizer

And the service? Spectacular. Quick, conversational and incredibly friendly. I can say without reservation the service at Zombie Burger was the best I’ve experienced at any restaurant in memory. Their crew are certainly the type of survivors who would find a way to get Andy down from the top of the gun store.

But back to the food. I got the George Romero Pittsburgher because, let’s face it, I had to. The king of zombies? I had to pay my respects with a side of fries, right?

The George Romero Pittsburgher

The George Romero Pittsburgher

A buddy of mine selected The Walking Ched, which was just cheese, macaroni and cheese and more cheese heaped atop a juicy burger. Believe me, there was no room left in hell or our stomachs by the time we finished. And, oh-by-the-way, two boxes accompanied us on the way out because that was simply way too much to eat in one sitting.

After we chowed, our attention turned to the drinks and desserts.

The libation which caught my attention (and generated a wide grin) was Tallahassee. A beverage complete with vanilla vodka, cherry Kool-Aid and, of course, that sweet, cream-filled log known as the Twinkie. It may have had an expiration date, but I wouldn’t know because we didn’t wait long enough to find out before ending its existence.

If I had one complaint (not really a complaint, more of a slight disappointment), it was the lack of a replica Winchester rifle over the bar because, I mean…while we had our pint and our pig snacks, that was the what more we wanted.

It’s this simple. If you dig zombies and ample portions of fantastic food, Zombie Burger is a must stop. Not just if you’re in Des Moines, because that’s too specific, so let me help you out: If you find yourself in the state of Iowa, press pause on whatever it is you’re doing, punch Zombie Burger into your GPS and go against the grain — make the pilgrimage to the sweet sanctuary of the undead.

It’s not a shit idea. And you know why? Because it’s really obviously not a shit idea.

Can't a guy take a dumper in peace?

Can’t a guy take a dumper in peace?

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The Top-Searched Free Horror/Action Movies on Tubi This Week

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The free streaming service Tubi is a great place to scroll when you’re unsure what to watch. They are not sponsored or affiliated with iHorror. Still, we really appreciate their library because it’s so robust and has many obscure horror movies so rare you can’t find them anywhere in the wild except, if you’re lucky, in a moist cardboard box at a yard sale. Other than Tubi, where else are you going to find Nightwish (1990), Spookies (1986), or The Power (1984)?

We take a look at the most searched horror titles on the platform this week, hopefully, to save you some time in your endeavor to find something free to watch on Tubi.

Interestingly at the top of the list is one of the most polarizing sequels ever made, the female-led Ghostbusters reboot from 2016. Perhaps viewers have seen the latest sequel Frozen Empire and are curious about this franchise anomaly. They will be happy to know it’s not as bad as some think and is genuinely funny in spots.

So take a look at the list below and tell us if you are interested in any of them this weekend.

1. Ghostbusters (2016)

Ghostbusters (2016)

An otherworldly invasion of New York City assembles a pair of proton-packed paranormal enthusiasts, a nuclear engineer and a subway worker for battle.An otherworldly invasion of New York City assembles a pair of proton-packed paranormal enthusiasts, a nuclear engineer and a subway worker for battle.

2. Rampage

When a group of animals becomes vicious after a genetic experiment goes awry, a primatologist must find an antidote to avert a global catastrophe.

3. The Conjuring The Devil Made Me Do It

Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren uncover an occult conspiracy as they help a defendant argue that a demon forced him to commit murder.

4. Terrifier 2

After being resurrected by a sinister entity, Art the Clown returns to Miles County, where his next victims, a teenage girl and her brother, await.

5. Don’t Breathe

A group of teens breaks into a blind man’s home, thinking they’ll get away with the perfect crime but get more than they bargained for once inside.

6. The Conjuring 2

In one of their most terrifying paranormal investigations, Lorraine and Ed Warren help a single mother of four in a house plagued by sinister spirits.

7. Child’s Play (1988)

A dying serial killer uses voodoo to transfer his soul into a Chucky doll which winds up in the hands of a boy who may be the doll’s next victim.

8. Jeepers Creepers 2

When their bus breaks down on a deserted road, a team of high school athletes discovers an opponent they cannot defeat and may not survive.

9. Jeepers Creepers

After making a horrific discovery in the basement of an old church, a pair of siblings find themselves the chosen prey of an indestructible force.

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Morticia & Wednesday Addams Join Monster High Skullector Series

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Believe it or not, Mattel’s Monster High doll brand has an immense following with both young and not-so-young collectors. 

In that same vein, the fan base for The Addams Family is also very large. Now, the two are collaborating to create a line of collectible dolls that celebrate both worlds and what they have created is a combination of fashion dolls and goth fantasy. Forget Barbie, these ladies know who they are.

The dolls are based on Morticia and Wednesday Addams from the 2019 Addams Family animated movie. 

As with any niche collectibles these aren’t cheap they bring with them a $90 price tag, but it’s an investment as a lot of these toys become more valuable over time. 

“There goes the neighborhood. Meet the Addams Family’s ghoulishly glamorous mother-daughter duo with a Monster High twist. Inspired by the animated movie and clad in spiderweb lace and skull prints, the Morticia and Wednesday Addams Skullector doll two-pack makes for a gift that’s so macabre, it’s downright pathological.”

If you want to pre-purchase this set check out The Monster High website.

Wednesday Addams Skullector doll
Wednesday Addams Skullector doll
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Morticia Addams Skullector doll
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1994’s ‘The Crow’ Coming Back to Theaters for A New Special Engagement

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The Crow

Cinemark recently announced that they will be bringing The Crow back from the dead once again. This announcement comes just in time for the film’s 30th anniversary. Cinemark will be playing The Crow in select theaters on May 29th and 30th.

For those unaware, The Crow is a fantastic film based on the gritty graphic novel by James O’Barr. Widely considered one of the best films of the 90s, The Crow’s lifespan was cut short when Brandon Lee died of an accidental on set shooting.

The official synapsis of the film is as follows. “The modern-gothic original that entranced audiences and critics alike, The Crow tells the tale of a young musician brutally murdered alongside his beloved fiancée, only to be risen from the grave by a mysterious crow. Seeking revenge, he battles a criminal underground that must answer for its crimes. Adapted from the comic book saga of the same name, this action-packed thriller from director Alex Proyas (Dark City) features hypnotic style, dazzling visuals, and a soulful performance by the late Brandon Lee.”

The Crow

The timing of this release couldn’t be better. As a new generation of fans eagerly awaits the release of The Crow remake, they can now see the classic film in all of its glory. As much as we love Bill Skarsgard (IT), there is something timeless in Brandon Lee’s performance in the film.

This theatrical release is part of the Scream Greats series. This is a collaboration between Paramount Scares and Fangoria to bring audiences some of the best classic horror films. So far, they are doing a fantastic job.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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