The Retro Network Drive-In

TRN Drive-In returns with a holiday screening of the 1993 film Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray. Join Gary (@milehighsamurai), Karen (@KarenFlieger8), Tim (@OldSchool80s), and Jason (@RD80s) as they the journey to Punxsutawney, PA to watch Phil Connors experience Groundhog Day, over and over again. You'll hear facts you may not know, box office stats, casting what-ifs, our Drive-In awards including our favorite scenes, l...

TRN Drive-In returns with a special 40th anniversary screening of the 1982 film First Blood. Join Gary (@milehighsamurai), Eric (@Eric_Vardeman), and Jason (@RD80s) as they the journey to rediscover the movie started the Rambo franchise. You'll hear facts and box office stats, casting what-ifs, Drive-In awards including our favorite scenes and lines and more into the franchise's history.

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The Retro Network Drive-In returns with a special holiday screening of the 1990 film Home Alone! Guests for this episode will include Tim (@OldSchool80s), Stacey (@GeekyVixen) and hosted by Jason (@RD80s). Relive this timeless classic including facts and box office stats, our Drive-In awards including favorite scenes and lines, casting What-Ifs, a quick review of Home Sweet Home Alone, and Did You Know trivia.

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TRN Drive-In returns with a special holiday screening of the 1983 film A Christmas Story! Guests for this episode will include Karen (@KarenFlieger8), Tim (@oldschool80s), and hosted by Jason (@RD80s). Relive this timeless classic including facts and box office stats, casting what-ifs, our Drive-In awards including favorite scenes and lines, and some Did You Know trivia.

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On this episode skips of TRN Drive-In, Jason welcomes special guest host Chad from Horror Movie BBQ to review the forgotten Thanksgiving-set film Dutch starring Ed O'Neill and Ethan Embry. We will  talk about its release history, box office stats, critic reviews, and also hand out our usual TRN Drive-In awards. After the awards, we'll wrap with our thoughts on possible future incarnations of the film and some Did You Know ...

Our TRN Drive-In 95 series continues with our 4th feature film, Toy Story starring the voices of Tom Hanks and Tim Allen! Since this is a buddy film, Jason and Mickey both bring their research to the podcast with info on the cast and crew, box office, fun facts, and some great Did You Know bits and easter eggs. Jason also has a fun story about watching it in the theater for the first time. 

We will also hand out the Drive-I...

TRN Drive-In 95 series continues with our third feature film, Major Payne starring Damon Wayans! Jason is the host this time and brings you all the info on the cast and crew, box office, fun facts, and more. Jason and Mickey will hand out their Drive-In Awards for Favorite Quote and Favorite Scene, along with Who Stole the Show in a Minor Role and the MVP (no-brainer.) Plus, we'll discuss what the next incarnation of the f...

Our Patreon exclusive podcast series on 1995 movies (now available to everyone!) returns with Episode 2 featuring Waterworld starring Kevin Costner and Dennis Hopper. Listen as Mickey takes the lead, going through the film's tumultuous history, little-known facts and our personal awards. We'll also discuss the actors' history, casting What Ifs, and explore if the film should get another incarnation.

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Holy Shnikes! The Retro Network proudly presents the first installment in our TRN Drive-In '95 series (previously exclusive to Patreon) to all of our listeners! One of the most beloved comedies not just of 1995 but all time is Tommy Boy starring Chris Farley and David Spade.

Listen as Jason and Mickey go through the film's history, give out awards for best scene and line, and explore little known facts. We'll also discuss t...

COWABUNGA!! TRN Drive-In returns with a special 30th anniversary screening of the 1990 film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Guests for this episode will include Gary (@milehighsamurai), Stacey (@geeky_vixen), Wyatt (@infamouswb), and hosted by Jason (@RD80s). Take the journey with us to rediscover this beloved movie including facts and box office stats, casting what-ifs, our Drive-In awards including favorite scenes and line...

TRN Drive-In returns with a screening of the 1990 film Dick Tracy starring Warren Beatty, Madonna, and Al Pacino. Hosts for this episode are Adam and Michael from Wizards: The Podcast Guide to Comics who will take you on the journey of rediscovering the movie. You'll hear facts and box office stats, casting what-ifs, our Drive-In awards, and thoughts on a sequel or reboot.

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*Warning: This episode is explicit due to language involved with spouting lines from Christmas Vacation.

TRN Drive-In returns screening National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation! Jason takes the wheel providing what could be the most comprehensive review of the classic 1989 Christmas movie starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, and Randy Quaid. You'll hear facts, box office stats, what-ifs, some unique award nominations, and a...

The first movie screened at TRN Drive-In is the Thanksgiving classic Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. Starring Steve Martin as Neal Page, John Candy as Del Griffith, and written and directed by the late great John Hughes, this 1987 film is a seasonal must-watch for many movie lovers. Mickey takes the lead for the review by supplying the facts, what-ifs, some unique award nominations, and just an all-around good time as we ...