Vaguely Nerdy

This week we’re talking Anaconda (2025), a full-on comedy that turns the franchise into a movie-about-a-movie wild ride. Does this comedy work? Let’s talk giant snakes, big laughs (maybe), in this unexpected genre twist.

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0:30 -  Movie Trivia

5:22 - Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’

12:46 - ‘Apex’ trailer

18:52 - ‘Madden’’ trailer

24:27 - ‘The Odyssey’ trailer

29:16 - BUNCHA CRUNCH: Last Airbender skipping the theaters, DUNESDAY ...

We’re back in the wasteland with Fallout Season 2 Episode 1. In this podcast review, we break down the premiere, story setup, characters, and what this season might be building toward. Dive into our Fallout S2E1 review and discussion. Spoilers discussed.

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1:19 -  Movie Trivia

4:49 - ‘DIGGER’ trailer

13:12 - ‘DISCLOSURE DAY’ trailer

17:33 - ‘AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY’ teaser

28:01 - BUNCHA CRUNCH: ‘TOMB RAIDER’, ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’ &...

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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 ...

We revisit the past and review the cult classic ‘Anaconda (1997)’ just in time for the new Anaconda releasing this Christmas. Come walk with us down memory lane. We also go over Netflix buying Warner Brothers and how much we don’t like it! 

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0:11 - Movie Trivia

4:30 - ‘MEN IN BLACK’ reboot

8:13 - NETFLIX BUYS WARNER BROS.

23:25 - ‘SILENT HILL’ trailer

26:58 - ‘PARADISE’ S2 trailer

30:35 - ‘SHELTER’ trailer

36:02 - ’28 DAYS LATE...

Judy and Nick return in Zootopia 2, and we’re breaking down whether this sequel lives up to the original’s charm, heart, and clever storytelling. From the mystery to the message, we cover what works, what doesn’t, and if this return to Zootopia is worth the wait.

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0:54 - Movie Trivia

4:55 - Rush Hour 4 announced

12:30 - ‘How To Make A Killing’ trailer

18:19 - BUNCHA CRUNCH: More Wicked movies, Shrek 5 casting news, Monarch: ...

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.

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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’ ...

This week we’re tackling Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, the movie where magicians pull off heists so wild they should probably come with safety warnings. We’ll crack jokes about the physics-defying tricks, the flashy twists, and every over-the-top moment that magically appears along the way. Tune in for a quick, fun breakdown of a film that treats logic like its greatest disappearing act.

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0:21 - Movie Trivia

5:51 - New ‘S...

The hunt is on. In Predator: Badlands, the Predator faces new challenges, deadlier prey, and tense action at every turn. On this episode of the Vaguely Nerdy Podcast, we break down what makes this installment different, whether it delivers the thrills fans expect, and if the legendary hunter still commands fear.

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0:18 Movie Trivia

3:08 ‘THE MUMMY’ is coming back!

8:02 ‘GREMLINS 3’

14:51 ‘MICHAEL’ trailer

32:30 Buncha Crunch: ‘G...

Dropped onto an alien jungle with no escape and no mercy — the hunt is on. In this episode, we dive into Predators (2010), where a group of elite killers become prey on an alien game reserve. We break down the tension, the atmosphere, and whether this sequel stands tall in the Predator legacy… or gets lost in the hunt.

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0:44 - Movie Trivia 

4:18 - ‘The Conjuring’ prequel movie in the works

10:09 - ‘Scream 7’ trailer

25:03 -...

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.

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0:18 - Movie Trivia

3:44 - ‘EBENEZER’ Christmas movie starring Johnny Depp

9:43 - ‘CRIME 101’ trailer

15:01 - BUNCHA-CRUNCH: ‘MIAMI VICE’ potential cast...

Ethan Hawke is back, the phone’s ringing again, and this time the terror’s louder than ever. We’re breaking down how the sequel stacks up to the original — the scares, the story, and whether this follow-up answers the call or just hangs up halfway through.

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0:34 - Movie Trivia

3:21 - Live Action ‘Jetsons’ movie in the works at WB

9:13 - New ‘Painter’ movie from John Wick creator, Derek Kolstad

11:43 - ‘Primate’ trailer

15:19...

This week on Vaguely Nerdy, we’re going back into the Grid! We’ve got your movie news of the week, from big franchise updates to the latest trailer drops, plus a full deep dive review of Tron: Ares. We’re breaking down Disney’s long-awaited return to the digital frontier: the visuals, the vibes, the music, and whether this sequel is the upgrade fans were hoping for.

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0:11 - Movie Trivia

4:17 - MARVEL Television @ NYCC: ’S...

This week on Vaguely Nerdy, we’re diving into Good Boy (2025) — a horror movie told through the eyes of man’s best friend. When a loyal dog begins to realize his beloved owner is no longer himself — but possessed by something far darker — things spiral into a haunting mix of devotion, dread, and demonic chaos.

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0:23 - Movie Trivia 

4:31 - Check out our guest appearance on the Movie Postmortem Podcast

6:00 - The Simpsons ar...

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 battle...

This week on Vaguely Nerdy Podcast, we’re bringing the holiday cheer and the chills with a jam-packed lineup of movie news, trailers, casting updates, and one wild review.

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0:13 - Movie Trivia

2:26 - Deck the Ya’lls Holiday Comedy with Jessica Chastain and Octavia Spencer 

8:09 - What Happens in the Night with Leo and Jennifer Lawrence

13:29 - Anime-Inspired ‘Slime’

16:25 - ‘Queens of the Dead’ trailer

19:14 - ‘Now You See Me...

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.

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0:12 - Movie Trivia

5:09 - ‘AMITTYVILLE HORROR’ remake

9:03 - ‘THE CONJURING’ series for HBO Max

13:15 - ‘THE LAST WITCH HUNTER’ sequel

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In this episode we break down the latest episodes of Alien: Earth, the brand-new series that’s bringing the terror of the Alien franchise to a whole new scale. From shocking twists to survival horror at its best, we’re digging into what works, character and plot shenanigans and where the story might be headed next.

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0:37 - Show Trivia

4:19 - Will Smith First Look Deal with Paramount

11:40 - Tomb Raider Live-Action Series s...

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.

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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 ...

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.

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0:28- Movie Trivia

6:45 - ‘Good Boy’ trailer

14:06 - ‘Keeper’ trailer

21:06 - BUNCHA CRUNCH (Frankenstein goes to theaters (Saltburn spoilers), new ...