What happens when Barney meets a slasher movie? You get Buddy (2026), a colorful, blood-soaked nightmare that makes childhood television downright terrifying!

In this episode of 30 Screams or Less, we review director Casper Kelly’s outrageous horror comedy Buddy, featuring Keegan-Michael Key as the voice of a homicidal unicorn and Patton Oswalt as his talking backpack, Strappy. With a cast including Cristin Milioti, Topher Grace, Delaney Quinn, and Clint Howard, this twisted children’s show delivers nostalgia, brutal kills, and some seriously unhinged entertainment.

We break down the film’s incredible set design, practical effects, unexpected plot twists, and the bizarre reports of parents bringing their kids to theaters thinking they were watching a family-friendly movie. We also discuss how Buddy compares to horror films like Mr. Crocket and Barbarian, and whether its chaotic storytelling lives up to the hype.

Plus, Corey shares his experience at Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights, including the Ozzy Osbourne haunted house, Terrifier, and the frustration of two-hour wait times.

Is Buddy one of the best horror movies of 2026, or has this murderous unicorn completely lost his mind?

Grab your favorite childhood snack, turn on the TV, and remember: Buddy is NOT your friend!

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