Horror History: Friday, May 6, 1988: Dead Heat was released in theaters

May 6, 2022May 7, 2023 4 Evil Eyes

Maverick L.A.P.D. officer Roger Mortis is a good cop who will do anything to nail the bad guys. Investigating some frightening goings-on, Mortis and his partner, Doug Bigelow pay a visit to Dante Laboratories. It is here that they discover the high-tech Resurrection Room churning out a weird band of recycled and indestructible criminals. And it is here that Mortis meets his untimely death.

Horror History: Tuesday, March 3, 1987: “The Hitchhiker” episode “Dead Heat” premiered

March 3, 1987March 3, 2024 4 Evil Eyes

Season 4 Episode 3

Luther is an eccentric sculptor who has no problem putting his models through the wringer — literally. When Cal breaks into his house one night, Luther sets him up to model with spunky blonde Arielle. When the two try to break free, Luther makes sure they find out that no one ever walks away from him.