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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

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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 ...

We’re reviewing Highest 2 Lowest — Spike Lee’s bold re-adaptation of Akira Kurosawa’s classic crime drama High and Low. With Denzel Washington leading the cast, the film reimagines themes of class and morality but this time within the music industry. Where does it rank about Spike & Denzel collabs?

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0:13 - Movie Trivia

6:37 - ‘F.A.S.T.’ crime-thriller

12:30 - ‘THE INITIATIVE’ with Angelina Jolie

15:38 - ‘THE MAN IN MY B...

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From its chilling trailer to the buzz coming out of early screenings, Weapons promised mystery, dread, and a few gut-punch twists. But does it deliver the goods?? We’re breaking down the story, performances, and the unsettling themes that have everyone talking.

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0:12 - Movie Trivia

3:52 - Spider-Punk Movie from Sony

7:30 - New thriller ‘Red Card’ with Djimon Hounsou and Halle Berry

12:42 - 'HIM’ t...

Two worlds. Two legacies. One epic episode.

First, we explore Marvel’s Eyes of Wakanda — a bold new animated series that expands the mythology of the Black Panther universe with stunning visuals, deep lore, and a warrior’s heart. Then, we descend into the eerie unknown with the premiere of Alien: Earth — a return to the atmospheric horror and existential dread that made the franchise legendary.

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1:00 - Movie Trivia

6:59 - ‘...

This week, we're diving deep into the long-awaited Marvel Fantastic Four: First Steps movie. After years of speculation, casting rumors, and cosmic-level expectations, does Marvel finally get it right? We’re talking casting, chemistry, cosmic stakes, and how this version stacks up against previous attempts.

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0:25 - Movie Trivia

5:06 - ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ trailer

10:37 - ‘Predator: Badlands’ trailer

15:11 - Buncha Cru...

This week, we're diving into the reboot/revival/whatever-you-want-to-call-it of I Know What You Did Last Summer. Does the fisherman still hook us? Is this just '90s nostalgia bait or a fresh twist on a classic teen slasher? We’re slicing through the hype.

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0:15 - Movie Trivia

4:11 - ‘JUDGE DREDD’ remake

9:41 - 'ASSASSINS CREED’ & ‘CAPTAIN PLANET’ adaptations

14:54 - ‘AFTER THE HUNT’ trailer

18:13 - ‘TRON: A...

In this stacked episode, we’re reviewing Marvel’s Ironheart, reacting to the prehistoric pandemonium of Jurassic World: Rebirth, and flying headfirst into DC’s bold new chapter with Superman. Are these cinematic universes finding new life? We also review the latest in movie news and trailers. 

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0:32 - Movie Trivia

3:13 - ‘House of Games’ with Viola Davis and Yahya Abul Mateen

6:00 - 'Project Hail Mary' trailer

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Don’t fear Vaguely Nerdy fans! We’ll be back with our Jurassic World Rebirth & Superman next week. For this episode, we’re recapping the best bits of our 100 episodes to celebrate this milestone. 

If you’re new to our podcast, this is the perfect intro. Welcome!

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1:16 - Movie Trivia

6:47 - Movie News

17:01 - Trailers

30:07 - Buncha Crunch Quick News Segment

50:50 - Movie Reviews

1:45:20  - Vaguely Nerdy Movie Awards

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Welcome to the 100th episode of the Vaguely Nerdy Podcast — your go-to movie podcast for all the latest film news, reviews, and the occasional existential crisis over AIs. 

This week, we’re celebrating hitting the big 💯 by doing what we do best: talking about movies and nerdy news. 

Our 100th review is for M3GAN 2.0 — the upgraded, unhinged follow-up to everyone’s favorite BFF bot AND we discuss the first 3 episodes of the...

This week, we’re tearing into 28 Years Later — the long-awaited sequel to 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. Is the rage virus scarier than ever? Is Danny Boyle still the king of apocalyptic dread? And did this trilogy-starter leave us terrified? Find out now!

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0:20 -Movie Trivia

5:03 - Silent Hill movie coming to theaters next Winter

12:10 -  ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ Trailer

17:30 - Buncha Crunch ('Predator&apos...

This week, we're breaking down the latest movie news, casting announcements and trailer drops. And for our main feature: a full review of Wes Anderson’s newest cinematic feature, The Phoenician Scheme.

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1:09 - Movie Trivia

4:10 - ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’: Robert Eggers remake

7:39 - ‘THE PICKUP’ trailer

11:02 - Buncha-Crunch: ‘SPACEBALLS 2’, Yahya joins ‘ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLY...