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This week we’re talking about Influencer (Netflix), an indie horror thriller that surprised the hell out of us.

Before that, we kick things off with our very strong reactions to the biggest entertainment news of the year: Netflix buying Warner Brothers (0:07). And the ripple effects for HBO, DC, theatrical releases, and the future of streaming? Buckle up. 

Then, we dive into the twists & turns of Influencer (11:58) — seriously,...

This week, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood films of the year — Ari Aster’s Eddington (HBO Max).

But before that, we kick things off with our thoughts on Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 1 (0:07) — and YES, we get into spoilers. Theories, shocks, heartbreak… nothing is off limits!

Then, we dive into how much we loved Eddington (31:25) — It’s weird, it’s ambitious, it’s Aster doing exactly what Aster does best.

We teas...

This week, we’re diving into Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (Netflix) — From the gothic atmosphere to the stunning performances, this might just be one of the best films of the year.

Before that, we kick things with some major movie news you won’t want to miss (0:07): 👽 Predator: Badlands spoiler-free reaction 🧞‍♂️ The Mummy Reboot 💣 V for Vendetta TV Series 🎶 Sabrina Carpenter starring in Alice in Wonderland musical 💀...

This week, we’re diving into two political thrillers that hit way harder in 2025 than they did when they first dropped: The Hunt (Hulu/Peacock) + V for Vendetta (VOD).

Before that, we kick things off with some quick spoiler-free thoughts about two new HBOMax series: It: Welcome to Derry, the long-awaited Pennywise prequel, and The Chair Company, a dark satire that’s already making waves (0:07).

Next, we dive into The Hunt (19:03), ...

Our Halloween episode has arrived — and we’re diving deep into Weapons (HBO Max) — the year’s biggest, boldest horror movie that’s got everyone talking.

Before that, we kick things off with some quick spoiler-free thoughts on The Hand That Rocks the Cradle (0:07) — the new Hulu thriller that might just sneak up on you…

Then, we dive into Weapons (08:31) — it’s intense, unpredictable, and genuinely terrifying in a way only the best ...

Week 4 of our October Horror Series is here, and we’re diving into the slippery, squirmy world of Body Horror — starting with David Cronenberg’s classic The Fly (Hulu), and ending with one of this year’s wildest surprises, Together (VOD).

We kick things off with some Halloween costume inspo, brainstorming horror-themed ideas before diving into all the ooze (0:07). 

Then, we dive into The Fly (09:40), a masterpiece of transformation...

Week 3 of our October Horror Series is here — and this time, we’re going bleak with Bring Her Back (HBO Max). It’s dark, emotional, and one of the year’s most quietly powerful genre entries.

Before that, we talk about a couple of brand-new trailers that have us hyped for next year: Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Bride! and Send Help, the latest horror from Sam Raimi (0:07).

Then, we dive into the well of sadness that is Bring Her Back (07...

Week 2 of our October Horror Series is all about one of our favorite sub-genres: Anthologies — and there’s no better franchise to dig into than V/H/S.

Before diving into the carnage, we kick things off with our thoughts on the jaw-dropping new trailer for Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein, which hits select theaters later this month (0:07).

Then, we get into all things V/H/S, from the scrappy origins to this year’s blood-soaked new...

We’re kicking off our October Horror Series by diving into one of the genre’s most enduring sub-genres: Zombies!

Before the zombie mayhem, we share some quick spoiler-free thoughts on The Long Walk, the new Stephen King adaptation in theaters now (0:07)— and yes, it more than lives up to the hype.

First, we go back to the gore-filled roots with George A. Romero’s Day of the Dead (Peacock) (08:34)— a classic that still drips atmosph...

This week, we’re back with another recommendation showdown, where we each pick a movie the other hasn’t seen yet and dive in together. The picks? The Blackening (Netflix) and Bad Hair (Hulu). 

But before we get into those, we had to talk about the first trailer for the Anaconda reboot, starring Jack Black & Paul Rudd (0:07).It looks ridiculous in the best way, and we’re already hyped!

Next, we get into Bad Hair (13:51), a wild ...

This week, we’re talking about Dangerous Animals (Shudder) — yep, the one where Jai Courtney is a serial killer who literally uses sharks to do his dirty work.

Before we dive into the shark madness, we kick things off with a quick rundown of the new trailers that dropped this week (0:07).

Then, we get into Dangerous Animals (22:22), which is absolutely insane, kind of brilliant, and definitely worth a watch. 

We tease next week’s e...

This week, we’re talking about Friendship (HBO Max), starring Paul Rudd + Tim Robinson in a bromance gone very, very wrong.

But first, we kick things off with a round-up of the latest movie news (0:07)— fresh trailers, exciting release dates, and some wild marketing stunts studios are pulling to get butts in seats. 

Then, we get into Friendship (17:59)— the dark, twisted, horror-tinged version of I Love You, Man that you didn’t kno...

This week, we’re got a double feature that’s as fun as it is bloody: Clown in a Cornfield (Shudder) and Borderline (Peacock).

But first, we kick things off the episode with a quick rapid-fire round of “Worth the Rent?” (0:07), where we break down the newest VOD releases and let you know which ones deserve your dollars. 

Then, we get into Clown in a Cornfield (15:25) — small-town chaos, teen drama, and a shit ton of murderous clowns...

This week, we’re talking about The Monkey (Hulu), the totally unhinged horror comedy from Oz Perkins and Stephen King.

We kick things off the episode with a quick, spoiler-free review of Together, now in theaters 

But first, we kick things off with a spoiler-free review of the movie everyone is talking about — Weapons (0:07). It’s wild, it’s brutal, and it might just be the best horror film of the year. 

Then, we get into The Monke...

This week, we’re talking Final Destination Bloodlines (HBO Max) and trust us when we say it’s the BEST installment in the franchise. 

We kick things off the episode with a quick, spoiler-free review of Together, now in theaters (0:07). It’s sweet, it’s disturbing and honestly, kind of the perfect date night movie. 

Then, we get into Final Destination Bloodlines (07:04)— which is by far the best movie with 'Bloodlines' in the title....

This week, we watched Happy Gilmore 2… so you don’t have to. The long-awaited sequel is finally here on Netflix, and unfortunately, it’s just more of the same but worse. 

Before that, we kick things off with our “Worth the Watch?” segment on Until Dawn (Netflix), the new horror adaptation of the iconic video game (0:07). Does it deliver the scares or fall flat like a missed quick-time event? We’ve got thoughts.

Then, we get into Ha...

This week, we’re diving into the beautifully unhinged world of Death of a Unicorn (HBO Max). It’s gory, weird, and totally our kind of movie. 

But first, we kick things off with a quick chat about two new trailers that have us counting down the days (0:07)— Predator: Badlands, Dan Trachtenberg’s follow-up to Prey that expands the Predator/Aliens universe in a big way and Keeper, the newest unsettling slow-burn horror from Oz Perkin...

This week we’re talking about Opus (HBO Max) and while it had some interesting ideas, we couldn’t help but feel like it was walking in the shadow of better films that did the same thing with way more impact. 

Before we dive into all that, we kick things off with a spoiler-free reaction to the first teaser for Stranger Things Season 5 (0:07). We’re emotional. We’re hyped. We have a lot of questions.

Then, we get into Opus (08:30)— i...

This week, we’re throwing it back to one of the most iconic slashers of the late '90s — I Know What You Did Last Summer (MGM+). With the 2025 reboot dropping next week, we wanted to talk about the OG slasher that gave us fishing hooks, foggy docks, and peak '90s vibes.

Before that, we kick things off with some trailer talk (0:07): Edgar Wright’s The Running Man is officially on the way, and the first look has us completely hyped. G...