Laker Jim’s Fletch Cast
Your Ultimate source for everything Fletch: the books, the movies, & the latest news about our favorite journalistic reporter, Irwin M. Fletcher.
Episodes
EPISODE 40: We celebrate Fletch's 40th anniversary while exploring its enduring impact on pop culture and the uncertain future of the franchise.
• Jake visits Fletch's apartment building in Santa Monica for his 50th birthday
• We share George Wendt's final message recorded days before his passing
• Greg Mottola confirms Fletch's Fortune film adaptation is dead at Miramax
• Ma...
EPISODE 39: TOM SCOTT
His name is on the poster. His name is on the trailer. So why isn't his music in the movie?
When Grammy Award-winning musician Tom Scott ventures into Cabana One, located at Fletch Cast Studios, you know you're in for a tapestry of musical tales that threads through the heart of Hollywood's musical scene. Our conversation with this legendary composer unwraps the ...
Episode 38 - Interview with Dana Wheeler-Nicholson We're cracking open the nostalgia vault in our latest episode as we're joined by the talented Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, the captivating beauty from the movie 'Fletch'. Dana pulls back the curtain on her exhilarating journey in showbiz, starting from her first foray into acting, straight through to her stellar breakthrough at a tender age of 23. With ...
EPISODE 37:
FletchCast is Back!
In our latest session, to kick off Season 4, we journeyed through the entire Fletch novel series, discussing the intricate ins and outs of our favorite character, Fletch. Hold on to your hats, folks! Our lively banter about plot twists will keep you on your toes.
Fletch Pop-Culture: SCRUBS makes a mention of Fletch and we discuss a bit of (show creator) Bill Lawr...
EPISODE 36: Interview with Jordan Lund
The FletchCast crew sits down with actor Jordan Lund who played the Deputy Sherif, one of our favorite roles, in "Fletch Lives." We talk with Jordan about his start in the business, his theater training, what it was like behind the scenes of Fletch Lives, Lock Up, and Doc Hollywood. During this 1 hour sit-down, Lund speaks out about his co-stars and the improv...
EPISODE 35: 'Twas the Night before Fletchmas!!!
The holidays are upon us once again, and as 2022 wraps, Fletchmas is in full swing. Laker Jim, Jake, and Big Bob discuss Geena Davis' new book "Dying of Politeness" where she reveals how her character was named Larry. The crew dives deep into the movie "Hoodwinked" and detail every Fletch reference ... and believe me, there's a...
EPISODE 34: Greg Mottola RETURNS
The FletchCast crew sits down again with Writer/Director/Executive Producer/Friend of the Show Greg Mottola, to talk more about Confess Fletch Mottola talks candidly about breaking the Fletch curse - trying to make a movie that is their own, but still paying homage at times to the iconic Chevy Chase version from the 1980's. Greg plays "Fletch Either Or" and ans...
EPISODE 33: All Fan Q&A Call-In Show
An entire episode dedicated to the fans.... Laker Jim, Jake, and Big Bob spotlight the listeners while taking your calls & questions all show long with the best caller winning a Confess Fletch hat straight from the set of the new movie. Who will don this incredible cap? Listen and find out!
FletchCast is Your Ultimate source for everything Fletch: the books, th...
EPISODE 32: Confess Fletch Movie Recap & Review.
SPOILER ALERT: Laker Jim & the FletchCast crew break down the new "Confess, Fletch" movie with a spoiler filled review of the Jon Hamm/Greg Mottola approach to the 2022 version of Irwin M. Fletcher fresh from the pages of the 1978 Gregory McDonald novel.
CONFESS FLETCH OFFICIAL TRAILER:
https://youtu.be/pb2Pu5EjC1s
(watch a...
EPISODE 31: Interview with Greg Mottola
The FletchCast crew sits down with Writer/Director/Executive Producer of the new movie "Confess, Fletch", Greg Mottola, to talk about how he and Jon Hamm got this project off the ground and across the finish line after 33 years of failed attempts. Mottola talks about the movie making process and the challenges of navigating through the world of Fletch - tryin...
EPISODE 30: Official Full Trailer Breakdown ----
The FletchCast crew kicks off Season 3 with the release of the full official trailer. We discusses scene by scene the new "Confess, Fletch" footage, the stuff we've seen before, and the stuff that has CHANGED gearing up limited theatrical release and debut on Premium Video-on-Demand Sept. 16, 2022.
What changed temporarily and what is...
EPISODE 29: Breaking News ... "Confess, Fletch" Release date & details
The FletchCast crew discusses the announcement that "Confess, Fletch" will have a limited theatrical release and debut on Premium Video-on-Demand Sept. 16, 2022 before premiering on Showtime Oct. 28, 2022.
FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINE
Leave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) 71...
EPISODE 28: Exclusive "Confess, Fletch" Mini Teaser Trailer Breakdown
EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK! Laker Jim and the Fletch Cast crew get their hands on a not yet released mini teaser trailer for "Confess,Fletch." In this episode, we break down scene for scene what we saw, what we think is going on, and where this footage might take us next!
FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINE
Leave us a v...
EPISODE 27: No Longer a Gray Area, John Slattery to Play Frank
Jon Hamm let the cat out of the bag as far as what Fletch character John Slattery is going to play. Listen to Laker Jim, Jake, and Bob pay tribute to the "Frank" character made famous by legendary actor Richard Libertini and what John Slattery can bring to the role of Fletch's old newspaper editor.
FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOT...
EPISODE 26: Confess Fletch...Theater or Streaming? We Have the answer!
Greg Mottola gives us the exclusive news that "Confess, Fletch" movie has been sold to a streaming network. Listen to Laker Jim and Jake speculate as to what streaming service Fletch might land on. We listen to a clip of Jon Hamm on Brian Baumgartner's "Off the Beat" Podcast who gives us clues as to what we can exp...
EPISODE 25: AND THE WINNER IS...
The exciting conclusion to the Fletch Quote Madness Tournament. Two of the greatest Fletch Quotes (Moooooon River and It's ALL Ball Bearings) will be going head to head to determine the greatest Fletch Quote of 2022. Who will be crowned the Champion? Listen & find out!
FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINE
Leave us a voicemail with a comment or question: (267) ...
EPISODE 24: FLETCH QUOTE MARCH MADNESS!
It's March, and that can only mean one thing.... Fletch Quote Madness. Yes thats right, Just Like the NCAA March Madness, all the greatest Fletch Quotes will be going head to head in the tournament style competition to determine the greatest Fletch Quote of all time. Who will be crowned the Champion? Listen & find out!
FLETCHCAST VOICEMAIL HOTLINE
EPISODE 23: RECASTING FLETCH (with New 2022 actors).
The FletchCast boys attempt to re-cast an already PERFECT movie with different actors from today!
0:00 - intro
0:52 - Recast Part 2 (today)
1:30 - Irwin M. Fletcher Recast
4:14 - Alan Stanwyk Recast
6:30 - Gail Stanwyk Recast
8:15 - Frank Walker Recast
10:30 - Larry Recast
12:36 - Marvin Gillett Recast
13:35 - Fat S...
EPISODE 22: RECASTING FLETCH (with New 1985 actors).
The FletchCast boys attempt to re-cast an already PERFECT movie with different actors from 1985
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Recasting special begins
4:02 - Irwin M. Fletcher Recast
7:48 - Alan Stanwyk Recast
9:19 - Gail Stanwyk Recast
11:13 - Frank Walker Recast
13:44 - Larry Recast
16:00 - Marvin Gillett Recast
18:02 - Fat ...
EPISODE 21: 7 Days of Underhill - Day 7
On Day 7, we break down "THE BILL." Yes, thats right, the $400 Lunch Bill that Fletch charges on Underhill's account doesn't make a whole lot of sense. We itemize every line item on that bill and find out what Ted REALLY OWES! Plus we fantasize about endless Underhill scenarios. Enjoy the final day of Underhill, brought to life by William Traylor.
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