In A World! Films What If Podcast
What if Will Smith never turned down Neo? What if Linda Blair played Laurie Strode? Or what if Ghostbusters stared Eddie Murphy? Hi, I am your host Brian and join me and weekly special guests as we discuss some all time favorite films and what they could have become!
Episodes
In a World where survival depends on more than firepower… one elite team finds themselves hunted by something beyond their understanding.
In this episode, Bry the Movie Guy takes a closer look at Predator (1987), the landmark sci-fi action film that redefined what an action movie could be. We’ll explore how director John McTiernan blended suspense, horror, and military action to create a tense, atmospheric experience that still hold...
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This week on In a World! Films What If Podcast, Bry the Movie Guy heads into Saturday detention with The Breakfast Club! A film that taught us labels don’t define us and sometimes, one day can change everything.
Join me as I revisit this John Hughes classic, unpacking its lasting impact, behind-the-scenes stories, and the what-ifs that could’ve reshaped the cast forever. Was Judd Nelson a...
By Grabthar’s Hammer, this episode delivers! Bry the Movie Guy beams into the world of Galaxy Quest—the ultimate love letter to sci-fi fans and a masterclass in parody that somehow became a legit great sci-fi movie. Joined by special guest, Spencer, we dive into the film’s surprisingly emotional core, it’s what ifs infront and behind the camera, and the legacy it’s carved out among Trekkies and casual fans alike. Whether you’re flu...
In this episode of In a World! Films What If Podcast, we’re diving into the sharp, stylish, and criminally underrated Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. It’s a neo-noir that balances mystery, satire, and dark comedy with surprising emotional weight. Beneath the witty banter and Hollywood absurdity lies a story that’s smarter and more impactful than it initially lets on.
Robert Downey Jr. stumbles into acting (literally), Michelle Monaghan bri...
In this episode, Bry the Movie Guy with special guest, Spencer, dives headfirst into Palm Springs, the endlessly clever rom-com that proves time loops and wedding days are a chaotic match made in desert heaven. We’re talking Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti’s unexpected chemistry, J.K. Simmons with a crossbow, and the film’s sneaky depth beneath all the laughs.
From existential musings to choreographed dance numbers in a dive ba...
Where we’re going on this episode… we don’t need roads!
Back to the Future isn’t just one of the most beloved films of all time—it’s one of the greatest what if movies ever made. A film that may have written the book on time travel in cinema, it thrives on the ripple effect of choices big and small. What if a famous soft drink had been the real power source of the DeLorean? What if George McFly had proof that his old friend Calvin K...
Dust off your ancient tomes and grab your roll bag of guns—this week, we’re diving into the action-packed, horror-tinged adventure that is The Mummy! Join me as I explore how this beloved Brendan Fraser-led film blends old-school swashbuckling fun with Universal monster movie roots. We’ll break down the film’s pitch-perfect casting, thrilling set pieces, and enduring legacy—plus some what if scenarios that could have changed The Mu...
This week on In a World!, we’re stepping into the pastel-colored, chaos-filled world of The Royal Tenenbaums—Wes Anderson’s bittersweet tale of genius, failure, and questionable parenting. But this episode is more than just a deep dive into one of Anderson’s best films—it’s also a tribute to the legendary Gene Hackman, who delivered one of his finest (and most hilariously selfish) performances as Royal Tenenbaum.
Join me as I break ...
Suit up, grab your neuralyzers, and get ready to revisit one of the coolest, funniest, and most iconic sci-fi films of the ’90s! In this episode, I’m diving deep into Men in Black (1997), the movie that made Will Smith a certified box office king and paired him with the ultimate straight-faced partner, Tommy Lee Jones.
We’ll break down what makes this film still hold up today— from its pitch-perfect casting to the film’s brilliant m...
What happens when the biggest action star of the ‘80s and ‘90s pokes fun at his own legend? You get Last Action Hero—a film that was ahead of its time, blending explosive action with self-aware satire. But why did it flop in 1993? Was it the marketing? The timing? Or were audiences just not ready for a meta action movie?
In this episode, I’m joined by my brother Jason as we break down everything from Arnold’s legendary run leadi...
What happens when an AI thriller isn’t just about evil robots, but something much darker? In this episode, I take a deep dive into Companion—breaking down its chilling themes of control and manipulation, its surprisingly sharp humor, and why it’s so much more than just another “AI gone wrong” movie.
Plus, we explore some wild what ifs—like how this movie almost had a different director and how it could have been a Black Mirror-s...
Sometimes you gotta say, ‘What the fu##.’” And what the fu##—I’ve I spent my life thinking I’d seen Risky Business… but I was wrong. Turns out, I just knew the one scene. This week, I take a deep dive into the 1983 classic that helped define Tom Cruise’s career. I explore its themes of ambition, consequences, and coming of age, along with its striking visuals and unforgettable soundtrack. Plus, I break down the what ifs—from altern...
Before the Batfleck debates and the Pattinson brooding, there was Batman Begins—the film that rescued the Dark Knight from bat-nipples and neon chaos. In this episode, we dive into Christopher Nolan’s gritty reboot that redefined comic book movies, setting the stage for a whole new era of superhero cinema. From Bruce Wayne’s ninja training montages to Christian Bale’s perfectly imperfect Bat-growl, we’re talking all the highs, the ...
Michael Mann’s Heat is a 1995 crime epic that set the standard for cat-and-mouse thrillers, with unforgettable performances from Al Pacino and Robert De Niro. But what if it wasn’t Mann behind the camera? What if the cast had looked completely different? In this episode, Bry the Movie Guy dives into the brilliance of Heat while imagining alternate realities where other directors took the reins or entirely new actors filled those ic...
In this episode of In a World! Films What If Podcast, we’re diving into the top 10 films of 2024! From the mind-blowing spectacle of Dune Part 2, where the sands shift and alliances crumble, to Alien: Romulus coming back to terrorize us, proving once again that the xenomorphs never stay down for long.
With a blend of sci-fi, horror, drama, and thrills, this episode is packed with everything you need to know about the year’s bes...
It’s time to unwrap one of the most beloved holiday classics of all time—A Christmas Story! Join Bry the Movie Guy as we revisit the tale of Ralphie Parker and his quest for the iconic Red Ryder BB gun. What if Ralphie wasn’t played by Peter Billingsley? What if the Old Man or Mother Parker had been portrayed by different Hollywood stars of the 1980s? We’re diving deep into the casting “what ifs” that could have completely changed ...
Christmas is just around the corner, and this week on In a World! Films What If Podcast, we’re taking a sleigh ride back to 1996 to revisit the chaotic holiday frenzy of Jingle All the Way. From Arnold Schwarzenegger’s frantic quest for a Turbo Man doll to Sinbad’s over-the-top antics as a bitter mailman, this movie is packed with nostalgia, absurdity, and more than a few questionable moments.
But does it hold up, or is it a sto...
In this festive episode of “In a World! Films What If Podcast,” Bry the Movie Guy with special guest, Jason. Dives into the holiday classic that made us all believe in a little magic—The Santa Clause! Join me as I unwrap the 1994 hit that turned Tim Allen into jolly old St. Nick and explore the hilarious, heartwarming, and slightly bizarre journey of an ordinary man reluctantly stepping into the big red suit.
Is it a heartwarmin...
Ho Ho Home Alone is our first movie of this holly jolly season! Join Bry the Movie Guy and special guest Spencer Garrett, as we talk and discuss this John Hughes Christmas classic! Who was originally the wet bandits? Which family member had a bigger story line? But also how many kids did Macaulay Culkin beat out for the role of Kevin McCallister? Find out right here, right now, only on, In a World!
Happy Thanksgiving! Join Brian the movie guy as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of one of the greatest high school football movies ever made. Remember the days where Friday nights meant walking around supporting your schools football team? Where only the skies were lit up by the lights of the stadium? Well today we’re exploring that kind of feeling once again with the 2004 Billy Bob Thornton lead film Friday night lights.
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