James Hauser, a founding member and main host who’s never missed an episode. With roots in early 2000s sketch comedy and directing indie films, James brings a showman’s flair to every terrible movie they tackle. Now, Bad Movies Rule is his full-time gig, where he wrangles the crew’s chaos and dives headfirst into cinematic disasters with infectious enthusiasm.  When he’s not leading the charge or perfecting his Arnie impression, James is scouring the depths of bargain-bin cinema, hunting for the next gloriously awful flick to roast.

Ryan Mattila, better known as "Dr. Mattila," is the horror movie fanatic who keeps the crew on their toes. By day, he’s wrangling servers and code as an IT wizard, but his real passion is diving into the darkest corners of cinema—think blood, guts, and jump scares. Ryan’s seen every horror flick you can name, but the gang loves to roast him for the random classics he’s somehow missed. His least favorite movie on the show? The Last Starfighter—a flick he’ll never forgive for wasting his time, so feel free to give him a hard time about hating a classic.  When he’s not defending his horror obsession or dodging jabs about his movie blind spots, Ryan’s probably scouring the internet looking for the perfect sleeveless denim jacket that he'll ultimately chicken out on wearing in public. 

Bob Hauser, aka "The Manimal," is the larger-than-life legend of the show, a fan favorite whose reputation borders on mythic. This blue-collar furniture hauler doesn’t mince words—his brutally honest takes hit like a sledgehammer, and he's the only Will Patton Award winner on the show. Whether he’s shredding a movie’s plot or a child actor's lack of ability, Bob’s shockingly direct style keeps everyone on edge and his mother nervous. When he’s not heaving couches or sparking epic debates with his no-filter opinions, The Manimal’s probably cracking open a cold one, hanging out with his family and watching a Dolph Lundgren marathon. 

Hi, I'm Ryan Mueller, the mayor of BMR. I'm here to make sure that the only rule of BMR is loosely enforced and that all dog poop scales meet code. Weird sci-fi, sports, and action movies are my most favorite genres,  and I have yet to meet a hot dog I didn't like. Outside of BMR, I make a living being the guy figuring out how to get things like your hot dogs and beer to the store on time so you're never out. My life motto outside of work is "why do today what can you can push off until tomorrow, unless it's fun, then do that today." Thanks for listening and we'll see you on the show!

Joe Goratowski, dubbed "The Mad Genius," is a horror mastermind with hands so big they’re practically a show meme—don’t ask him to high-five unless you’re ready for impact. By day, he runs Macabre Intentions, his own company crafting spine-chilling horror costumes and special effects for indie films, where his wild creativity shines. Joe’s got a knack for picking apart bad movies with surgical precision, but nothing gets him more fired up than Hulk Hogan’s cringe-worthy turn in Santa With Muscles—a performance he’ll trash-talk until the end of time. When he’s not sculpting ghoulish props or dodging jokes about his massive mitts, Joe’s hunting for a couch to lay down on, just give him five minutes.

Jenna Hauser, aka "Bean" is the 19-year-old firecracker of the crew, bringing a fresh, Gen Z perspective that shakes up the Gen X-heavy lineup. As the middle child of host James Hauser, she’s got her dad’s bold streak but channels it into razor-sharp takedowns, especially when it comes to the Twilight series—she roasts those sparkly vampires with a glee that’s become a fan favorite. By day, Jenna slings coffee as a barista, charming customers with her quick wit and eye-rolling at bad latte art. When she’s not steaming milk or schooling the older hosts on modern pop culture, Jenna’s diving into the next cheesy movie, ready to call out every cringeworthy moment with her youthful, no-holds-barred energy.

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Chuck is the enigmatic wildcard of the crew, a man shrouded in mystery and an almost unsettling obsession with squirrels. Rumors swirl that Chuck once lived off the grid in a forest commune, where he claims to have been "chosen" by a council of ancient squirrels in a fever-dream ceremony involving acorns and interpretive dance. Now, he’s on a mission to open a squirrel sanctuary, a sprawling haven where his bushy-tailed brethren can live free from hawks and bad nut harvests. By day, he’s a cryptic figure, possibly a retired cryptographer—or maybe a former carnival barker—who spends his time sketching elaborate sanctuary blueprints that look suspiciously like sci-fi labyrinths. On the show, Chuck’s bizarre takes on bad movies are delivered with a twitchy intensity, as if he’s channeling the chaotic energy of a squirrel dodging traffic. His least favorite film? Anything with owls—he’s convinced they’re plotting against his furry friends. When he’s not ranting about cinematic flops or muttering to squirrels in his backyard, Chuck’s probably decoding secret messages hidden in low-budget movie credits, waiting for the day his sanctuary dream becomes reality.

Stephanie grew up in Wadsworth, IL, where she spent her childhood playing sports like volleyball, softball, and horseback riding. Her love for performance began at a young age, sparked by her love for The Lord of the Rings trilogy, which ignited her passion for storytelling and acting. At 19, while working as a server and bartender, Stephanie met James, and not long after, she auditioned for The Mummerman, where she connected with many of the current BMR crew.  Beyond performing, Stephanie finds joy in reading fantasy novels, spending time with her children and husband, working out, and of course, watching terrible movies.

A prolific writer and lover of all things cinema, the man is a walking encyclopedia of movie knowledge.  He has an unhealthy obsession with Christopher Nolan, and it's a good thing he lives across an ocean or he would stalk him.  Co-writer & Co-director of his own independent film series, Psycho Hiker, he's at home behind the camera. He met James through his best bud, Bob.

Clint Busch, aka "The Dirt Farmer," has been with Bad Movies Rule since the first episode, and trust me, he’s a character. He runs an RC Car Track and Hobby Store in Burlington, WI, where he’s basically the king of tiny cars tearing around dirt tracks.  When it comes to bad movies, Clint’s your guy. A former mechanic, he's our resident gear head and knows just about all there is to know about the cars in these old movie. Just don’t get him started on Ernest P. Worrell. Seriously, Clint despises that character with a passion that’s become a running joke on the show. His other pet peeve is the sound of people chewing.  When he’s not trashing bad movies or tinkering with RC cars, you’ll probably find Clint kicking back with a mimosa, hunting for the next cinematic train-wreck to roast with the crew.

Mel Vande brings a no-nonsense vibe to the crew, backed by his sharp expertise in all things military and police. By day, he runs Mel’s Shoe Store, fitting boots for everyone from cops to weekend warriors, but his real thrill is soaring through the skies as a pilot. Mel’s got a hawk’s eye for detail, especially when tearing into the plot holes of bad action flicks. His biggest cinematic gripe? Steven Seagal—Mel can’t stand the squinting action star’s phoned-in performances and will rant about them at the drop of a hat. When he's not working at the shop or on the show, he's stuck in the bathroom because no one tells him how many mini-tacos are too many at one time. 

Grace Hauser, dubbed "The Golden One," is the 21-year-old eldest daughter of host James Hauser, bringing a sarcastic, eye-rolling edge to the crew. A reluctant participant, Grace only joins the show because her dad ropes her into it, but her biting wit steals the spotlight. She’s perpetually baffled by the dated antics of old movies, often questioning why anyone thought bell-bottoms or mullets were a good idea. Her favorite roast target? The Nice Guys—she dismantles its try-hard humor with savage precision, much to the delight of fans. Off-air, she’s just as likely to roast her husband, Jared, with the same dry sarcasm she unleashes on bad films. When she’s not grudgingly watching another VHS relic or trading barbs with her dad, Grace is probably snuggling her cats and plotting her escape from the next recording session.

Brian has a theater background and used to work for Comedy Sportz Milwaukee. He is the artist behind Brian Draws Movies, where he mixes his passion for drawing and painting with his love for movies and nostalgia to create drawings and paintings of his favorite movie scenes and then offers them as fine art prints and coffee mugs. Since joining BMR, he's realized that he has spent too much of his life watching the same damn movies over and over - like Teen Wolf Too, he's probably watched that thing 100 times. BMR has opened his eyes to how much he does not know! He currently lives in Rochester, WI with his smokin' hot wife and three awesome kids. Besides drawing and watching movies, Brian also loves eating breakfast food and being nice. 

This is Dave, there are many Daves out there but this one is ours.  His list of credits include; saying funny things sometimes at parties and other places, getting his money’s worth out of buffets, and a few stand up comedy shows and musicals.  His interests include all the nerdy stuff he needs to be mildly valuable to this podcast: toys, video games, and of course movies.  He has a wife and 3 kids that he loves a ton.  BMR has become one of his favorite things in the world, and he hopes to make you laugh at this party sometimes too.