The Last Drive-in with Joe Bob Briggs

Joe Bob Briggs returns as the loud, witty guide to a late night of cult cinema. The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs invites viewers to a modern throwback that celebrates B movies, grindhouse vibes, and the communal thrill of a screening. Each episode pairs a feature film with host commentary, brisk clips, and anecdotes from Briggs's storied career. Guest commentators join in to add context and color, while Joe Bob delivers frank opinions and honest praise where due. A running segment, called the Drive-In Totals, counts everything from body counts to outrageous stunts, offering a playful tally that heightens the thrill for fans. The result is nostalgic, rambunctious, invitational, never taking itself too seriously. It feels like a late night with friends who love junk cinema.

Released on Shudder in 2019, the show is built around John Bloom's iconic drive-in persona. The episodes are directed by a rotating list of directors, and the format centers on cult horror screenings, Briggs style commentary, and guest appearances.

Bringing back drive-in culture, the show helped kindle a renewed interest in cult cinema for streaming audiences. Fans quote Briggs's riffs, celebrate guest appearances, and turn episodes into communal events online, spreading memes and discussion that keep retro horror conversations alive long after the credits roll.

Critics lauded the show for its transparent affection and no-nonsense take on genre films. The main themes include community, nostalgia, and the enduring appeal of midnight screenings. Briggs frames films as conversation starters about filmmaking, fandom, and the ways fans curate shared memories around fear and fun.

To date the Last Drive-In has not received major award nominations or wins. Its influence, rather, shows up in fan engagement, social chatter, and the way streaming platforms embrace niche horror. The program is credited with expanding Shudder's appeal among casual viewers.