Svengoolie’s May 2026 Schedule: Full Lineup of Classic Horror Movies on MeTV

Lauren Novak Yesterday, 12:00 pm

Svengoolie with rubber chicken in coffing — MeTV

May is here, and Svengoolie is keeping Saturday nights busy with a mix of Gothic horror, classic sci-fi, Frankenstein and even one of the most talked-about psychological thrillers ever made. This month’s lineup moves from Hammer’s final Frankenstein chapter to a Victorian trip to the Moon, then into a New York nightmare that still holds up decades later. There’s also a colorful jungle experiment gone wrong and a classic giant creature feature to close things out.

All films air Saturdays from 8 to 10:30 pm ET/PT on MeTV. Let’s find out more about each pick:

May 2: Frankenstein and the Monster from Hell

FRANKENSTEIN AND THE MONSTER FROM HELL, David Prowse, 1974

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Released in 1974 and produced by Hammer Film Productions, Frankenstein and the Monster from Hell marked the final film in Hammer’s long-running Frankenstein series and the last film directed by Terence Fisher. It once again stars Peter Cushing as Baron Victor Frankenstein, a role he had been closely associated with since the late ’50s. Set inside an asylum, the film follows Frankenstein as he continues his experiments under an assumed identity, working alongside a young doctor played by Shane Briant.

The film has often been viewed as a darker, more somber ending to both the series and Fisher’s directing career.

May 9: First Men in the Moon

FIRST MEN IN THE MOON, US lobbycard, Lionel Jeffries, 1964

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This 1964 British science fiction film, directed by Nathan Juran, is based on H. G. Wells’ novel and blends a Victorian-era adventure with then-modern space exploration. The film stars Edward Judd, Martha Hyer, and Lionel Jeffries, with special effects by Ray Harryhausen, whose work helped define the look of classic fantasy films. The story begins with a modern-day lunar mission that discovers evidence of an earlier trip to the Moon, leading into a flashback about an inventor who creates a substance that can defy gravity.

May 16: House of Svengoolie Presents: Rosemary’s Baby

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The Sven Squad takes over this week with a House of Svengoolie presentation, offering a different format that mixes comedy segments and behind-the-scenes elements with the main feature. Sarah Palmer appears as Gwengoolie, Scott Gryder as IMP, and Bill Leff as Nostalgiaferatoo, bringing their own spin to the broadcast before the film begins.

The featured film is Rosemary’s Baby (1968), directed by Roman Polanski and starring Mia Farrow as a young woman living in New York City who becomes increasingly uneasy about her pregnancy and the people around her. The film was a major box office success and received strong critical acclaim, with Ruth Gordon winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Over time, it has become one of the most widely discussed horror films of its era, largely because of its focus on psychological tension and paranoia rather than traditional scares. It was later selected for preservation in the National Film Registry, a recognition of its lasting cultural impact.

May 23: Dr. Cyclops

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Released in 1940, Dr. Cyclops is an early science fiction horror film directed by Ernest B. Schoedsack, who had previously co-directed King Kong. The film stars Albert Dekker as a scientist whose experiments take a dangerous turn in a remote jungle laboratory. The story centers on a group of scientists who are shrunk to miniature size after being exposed to a radiation-based experiment. The film is notable for being one of the first American horror films shot in full Technicolor and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, highlighting the effort that went into its visual presentation at the time.

May 30: Earth vs. the Spider

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Closing out the month is this 1958 science fiction horror film directed by Bert I. Gordon, a filmmaker known for his work with oversized creatures and practical effects. The film stars Ed Kemmer and June Kenney and centers on a small town facing a giant spider. Originally released as part of drive-in double features, the film has since become a recognizable one during a time when creature features ruled the screen.

Which one are you most excited about watching? Let us know in the comments!