Drama Episodes

168
Oct. 19, 2026

168: Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother

What was going to be a collaboration of Blade turned into another film. But all things happen for a reason. Both critics and audiences have highly reviewed Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother. We finally got our chance to see it. 0:00 - Start 0:15 - Movie Trivia 3:13 - Red Rising book to movie adaptation 6:23 - Sleepover starring Parker Posey 11:00 - ‘The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew’ trailer 16:48 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: Casting news for Miami Vice (again) & True Det...
168: Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother
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166
Oct. 5, 2026

166: Digger

Tom Cruise is back and finally not as Ethan Hunt. The box office is awful but the movie is the opposite. If you haven’t seen Digger don’t spoil yourself but you can listen to our non-spoiler review segment first ;) 0:00 - Start 0:29 - Movie Trivia 3:55 - Dan Trachtenberg’s take on ‘Sleeping Beauty’ 13:27 - ‘VisionQuest’ trailer 20:17 - Buncha Crunch (Casting news for Miami Vice, The Flood, Portrait of God & G.I. Joe, Different World gets a S2, Skydance is a thing now, Jurassic Wor...
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166: Digger
165
Sept. 28, 2026

165: Primetime

Robert Pattinson is having a heck of a year in movies and we’re back reviewing his latest ‘Primetime’. You’ve probably heard what Chris Hansen thinks but do we agree or disagree? 0:00 - Start 0:12 - Movie Trivia 2:35 - ‘DARKWING DUCK’ reboot 7:02 - ‘ROMEO & JULIET’ remake from Robert Eggers 12:36 - ‘CLAYFACE’ trailer 14:33 - ‘FURTHER MISADVENTURES OF CLIFF BOOTH’ trailer 17:34 - ‘RAY GUNN’ trailer 19:48 - ‘WERWULF’ trailer 23:26 - ‘AVENGERS ENDGAME ENCORE’ Post Credits...
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155
July 20, 2026

155: The Odyssey

Send us a message! Did Sir Christopher Nolan make an epic movie out of one of the most famous epic stories? Listen to our review to see what we think. 0:00 - Start 0:15 - Movie Trivia 3:31 - ‘NOVA’ movie at Marvel Studios 9:44 - ‘NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET’ remake 14:58 - ‘DIGGER’ trailer 18:25 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: ‘Princess Tiana’, ‘God of War’ recasting, ‘GI JOE’ movie updates, ‘The Conjuring’ prequel casting news, ‘Blue Beetle’ returns for ‘Man of Tomorrow’ & ‘The Batman Part 2’ mo...
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147
May 25, 2026

147: Is God Is

Send us a message! Did one of Cheryl’s most anticipated movies of the year meet her expectations? Listen to our review of ‘Is God Is’ to find out. 0:00 - Start 0:44 - Movie Trivia 4:53 - New ‘Westworld’ movie 12:31- Betty Boop feature film 18:08 - ‘Masters of the Universe’ final trailer 23:29- ‘Strung’ trailer 27:30- ‘Lanterns’ trailer 32:15 - Buncha Crunch (Casting news for ‘Man of Tomorrow’, ‘Sex Criminals’, and ‘X-Files’, Voltron and Fast & Furious to TV, ‘Testaments’ ...
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147: Is God Is
143
April 27, 2026

143: Michael

Send us a message! Can a person be too famous to make a biopic of? Check out our review of the latest attempt at another Michael Jackson movie. 0:00 - Start 0:51 - Movie Trivia 5:16 - Battlefield video game movie adaption 13:38 - ‘Evil Dead Burn’ trailer 17:53 - ‘Practical Magic 2’ trailer 21:04 - ‘Clayface’ trailer 25:58 - Buncha Crunch 37:34 - MOVIE REVIEW: Michael (spoilers @ 59:06) 1:51:54 - What’s Up Next Support the show --------------- Love this episode? L...
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140
April 6, 2026

140: The Drama

Send us a message! If you are looking for a supposedly romantic comedy with characters that are doing too much and not enough, The Drama may be right up your alley. Warning: The Drama includes a very sensitive subject matter. We first mention it at the beginning of spoilers if you'd like to skip ahead to know what it is. 0:00 - Start 0:14 - Movie Trivia 5:14 ‘ANIMORPHS’ series in development 9:20 - ‘SCREAM 8’ in development 12:04 - ‘THE MUMMY’ trailer 14:32 - ‘SWAPPED’ trailer ...
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136
March 9, 2026

136: The Bride

The good: It looked good. The bad: The villain isn’t who you think it is and it messes up the whole movie. Check out why ‘The Bride’ doesn’t work in our latest movie review after our weekly movie news 0:00 - Start 0:18 - Movie Trivia 3:29 - ‘GAME OF THRONES’ movie 11:48 - ‘LANTERNS’ trailer 22:23 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: Pixar upcoming film slate, ‘WILD ROBOT’ sequel, ‘GARFIELD’ series reboot, ‘SONIC 4’ casting & ‘THE EXORCIST’ casting. 38:35 - MOVIE REVIEW: The Bride (spoilers @ 53:45...
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133
Feb. 16, 2026

133: Crime 101

Storm & Thor try to avoid The Hulk and Druig for one last job and we’re letting you know if it’s worth the watch (yes it is!). Before that we talk about another attempt at a Charlie’s Angels movie, superbowl trailers, and a mini review of the first 2 episodes of Season 2 Amazon Prime’s Cross series. 0:00 - Start 0:21 - Movie Trivia 7:28 - ‘CHARLIE’S ANGELS’ reboot in the works 20:10 - ‘HOTEL HOTEL HOTEL HOTEL’ from A24 23:39 - ‘PROJECT HAIL MARY’ trailer 26:23 - ‘DISCLOSURE DAY...
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133: Crime 101
130
Jan. 26, 2026

130: The Rip

We watched The Rip so you don’t have to—unless you already did, in which case… yeah, let’s talk about it. In this review, we break down Netflix’s latest thriller. Grab a snack, lower your expectations slightly, and enjoy our full review of The Rip. 0:00 - Start 0:41 - Movie Trivia 8:00 - ‘Brave and the Bold’ updates (and general DCU chatter) 21:23 - Kenan and Kel do horror 23:48 - ‘Supergirl’ teaser 26:26 - ‘Masters of the Universe’ teaser 32:29 - Buncha Crunch (‘Beekeeper 2...
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124
Dec. 15, 2025

124: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery

****Due to inclement weather we recorded in separate locations and one of our mics didn’t want us to be great so volume may need to be adjusted this episode. Appreciate the support!*** In this episode of the podcast, we dive into Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, the latest chapter in Rian Johnson’s whodunit series. Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc for another twisted case filled with sharp dialogue, unexpected turns, and a stacked cast of suspects. 0:00 - Start 0:43 - Movie T...
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121
Nov. 24, 2025

121: Wicked: For Good

This week we review Wicked for Good, a vibrant return to Oz filled with big songs, strong performances, and plenty of magic. of the film’s highlights and how this new chapter keeps the story’s heart alive. 0:00 - Start 0:21 - Movie Trivia 2:07 - “THE CHAPERONES’ movie 4:54 - ’HEAT 2’ casting 7:19 - ‘HOPPERS’ Trailer 9:14 - ‘MOANA’ Trailer 10:51- ‘YOU, ME & TUSCANY’ Trailer 14:26 - ‘WE BURY THE DEAD’ Trailer 17:15 - ‘PROJECT HAIL MARY’ Trailer 20:48 - ‘HUNGER GAMES: ...
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117
Oct. 27, 2025

117: A House of Dynamite

This week, we’re diving into A House of Dynamite — a tense, unpredictable thriller that had us wondering what in the world is going on and an ending that is surely not for everyone. We’re breaking down the twists, the performances, and the moments that make this film tick. 0:00 - Start 0:18 - Movie Trivia 3:44 - ‘EBENEZER’ Christmas movie starring Johnny Depp 9:43 - ‘CRIME 101’ trailer 15:01 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: ‘MIAMI VICE’ potential castings 24:14 - MOVIE REVIEW: A House Of Dynam...
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113
Sept. 29, 2025

113: One Battle After Another + Marvel Zombies + Alien:Earth Episodes 6-8

In this episode, we sink our teeth into three very different beasts. First, we claw through the gory chaos of Marvel Zombies, where superheroes become flesh-eating nightmares. Then, we drift into the eerie unknown with Alien:Earth finale, a closing chapter that blends cosmic terror with human desperation. And finally, we unravel Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another — a film that proves conflict isn’t always on the battlefield. Expect sharp takes, complex characters, and a few surprise...
113: One Battle After Another + Marvel Zombies + Alien:Earth Episodes 6-8
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111
Sept. 15, 2025

111: The Long Walk

This week, we step into the relentless march of The Long Walk. A story of endurance, fear, and the crushing weight of survival, this film pulls no punches. We break down its chilling vision of sacrifice, the psychology of desperation, and the moments that make this journey unforgettable. 0:00 - Start 0:12 - Movie Trivia 5:09 - ‘AMITTYVILLE HORROR’ remake 9:03 - ‘THE CONJURING’ series for HBO Max 13:15 - ‘THE LAST WITCH HUNTER’ sequel 19:49 - ‘PERFECT GIRL’ K-Pop slasher announc...
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109
Sept. 1, 2025

109: The Roses

The Roses (2025) has it all — love, betrayal, and hilarious meltdowns. In this review, we break down the performances, direction, story, and whether The Roses deserves a spot on your must-watch list of 2025. 0:00 - Start 0:13 - Movie Trivia 3:36 - ‘MORTAL KOMBAT II’ delayed 16:20 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: May Calamawy joins ‘EXTRACTION’ series, Amy Adams & Aaron Pierre join ‘STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER’ 22:45 - MOVIE REVIEW: The Roses (spoilers @34:02) 1:10:18 - What’s Up Next Support ...
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109: The Roses
108
Aug. 25, 2025

108: Honey Don't

Ethan Coen’s ‘Honey Don’t’ brings together Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, and Chris Evans in a wild mix of crime, comedy, and Coen-style twists. In this review, we dig into the performances, the tone, and whether Ethan’s solo directing matches the legacy of the Coen brothers. 0:00 - Start 0:28- Movie Trivia 6:45 - ‘Good Boy’ trailer 14:06 - ‘Keeper’ trailer 21:06 - BUNCHA CRUNCH (Frankenstein goes to theaters (Saltburn spoilers), new fugitive thriller from A24, Nebula joins Highl...
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108: Honey Don't
107
Aug. 18, 2025

107: Highest 2 Lowest

We’re reviewing Highest 2 Lowest — Spike Lee’s bold re-adaptation of Akira Kurosawa’s classic crime drama High and Low. With Denzel Washington leading the cast, the film reimagines themes of class and morality but this time within the music industry. Where does it rank about Spike & Denzel collabs? 0:00 - Start 0:13 - Movie Trivia 6:37 - ‘F.A.S.T.’ crime-thriller 12:30 - ‘THE INITIATIVE’ with Angelina Jolie 15:38 - ‘THE MAN IN MY BASEMENT’ trailer 20:05 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: ‘MASTER...
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98
June 16, 2025

98: The Phoenician Scheme

This week, we're breaking down the latest movie news, casting announcements and trailer drops. And for our main feature: a full review of Wes Anderson’s newest cinematic feature, The Phoenician Scheme. Also available wherever you get your podcasts! 0:00 - Start 1:09 - Movie Trivia 4:10 - ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’: Robert Eggers remake 7:39 - ‘THE PICKUP’ trailer 11:02 - Buncha-Crunch: ‘SPACEBALLS 2’, Yahya joins ‘ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD’ sequel, ‘WONDER WOMAN’ reboot. 22:57 ...
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85
March 17, 2025

85: Black Bag

You’re going to want to see this perfectly crafted “whodunit” movie, spy thriller, Black Bag. Before we get into our review we talk about the latest remake/reboot news with ‘Single White Female’ and ‘Starship Troopers’. We also discuss Sadie Sink joining the MCU and Disney’s latest live-action trailer for Lilo & Stitch Please leave a review if you enjoyed our show. 0:00 - Start 0:15 - Movie Trivia 4:06 - ‘Single White Female’ is getting remade 8:42 - ‘Starship Troopers’ is getting...
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79
Feb. 3, 2025

79: Severance S2 Ep 1-3 & Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Ep 1 - 2

We got two shows this week up for our review. Both Severance Season 2 and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man both released this past week. Before we get into that we’re discussing new movie announcements from the director of Godzilla x Kong, ‘The Faculty’ remake, and crazy ‘Scream 7’ casting news. 0:00 - Start 0:28 - Movie Trivia 5:16 - Action Horror Thriller ‘OnSlaught’ from Adam Wingard 10:18 - Eddie Murphy in ‘Blue Falcon’ 13:05 - 'The Faculty’ remake in the works 18:18 -...
79: Severance S2 Ep 1-3 & Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Ep 1 - 2
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79: Severance S2 Ep 1-3 & Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Ep 1 - 2
78
Jan. 27, 2025

78: Presence

One of the scariest movies of the year….Not so fast. This week we watched ‘Presence’ and you’ll want to hear how spooky this one is. Before that we get into casting news for the book to movie adaptation for “Children of Blood and Bone’, first trailer for the new A24 movie ‘Opus’, and lots of casting news and horror movies getting release dates. 0:00 - Start 0:40 - Movie Trivia 3:14 - ‘DEAD MAN’S WIRE’ film announced 7:07 - ‘CHILDREN OF BLOOD & BONE’ film adaptation 12:27 - ‘WERWUL...
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76
Jan. 13, 2025

76: Conclave

It’s our first movie review for 2025 and we picked an award season favorite, Conclave. Before that we’ve got news about the plot details for 28 Years Later, a new Jason Statham trailer that is just what you’d expect and news about Ahsoka Season 2 casting. Time codes: 0:00 - Start 0:26 - Movie Trivia 5:00 - ’28 YEARS LATER’: Plot details confirmed! 12:55 - ‘GHOST OF TSUSHIMA’ anime announced 16:01 - ‘HELLDIVERS’ gets live-action green light 19:10 - ‘HORIZON ZERO DAWN’ gets live...
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76: Conclave
70
Dec. 2, 2024

70: Wicked Part 1

The Broadway hit, Wicked, is now in theaters and us non-musical folk went to check it out! Before that we had a little bit of news on new movie announcements that came out during Thanksgiving week. Please give us a ‘thumbs up’ if you enjoyed our show. Time codes: 0:00 - Start 0:26 - Movie Trivia 4:01 - ‘CANYON’: crime-thriller starring Don Cheadle 8:40 - ‘DEEPER’: supernatural-thriller starring Tom Cruise 13:30 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: Charlize Theron joins Christopher Nolan flick, ...
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