James A. Janisse

A horror-obsessed content creator and actor channels his passion into a career that blurs the lines between fan and filmmaker, as he navigates the chaotic world of pop culture, podcasts, and on-screen roles.

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1989

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In short · Producing since 2015, 2 decades active, 21 credits.

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2017
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Dead Meat
Jun 12
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Best Friends Forever Adds New Cast Members
“The horror comedy film 'Best Friends Forever' has expanded its cast with several notable additions. Among the new actors are Aristotle Athari, known for his work on 'Saturday Night Live,' Ally Maki from 'Toy Story 4,' and Zac Oyama of 'Game Changer' fame. The cast also includes influencer Lynley Eilers and hosts of the 'Dead Meat' podcast, James A. Janisse and Chelsea Rebecca. These additions join a previously announced lineup that has already drawn attention from fans of the genre. The film continues to build a diverse and comedic ensemble for its upcoming release.”

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Biography

James Anthony Janisse is an American YouTuber, content creator, executive producer, and actor. He is best known for founding and hosting the YouTube channel Dead Meat, which features the popular series The Kill Count, horror podcasts, and interviews. Janisse has appeared in several film and television productions, including *In Search of Darkness* (2019), *Scream* (2022), *Friendsgiving* (2023), *Little Bites* (2024), and *Hysteria!* (2024). He also appeared in the second season of the web series *The Look-See* (2018).

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