Movies
Filed under:
The Patriotism of the Paris Olympics, Paging Doctor Doom, and the Shadow Docket
Van and Rachel are back to discuss some recent news, including the announcement of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, the reaction to the Olympic opening ceremony, and more
Filed under:
A Refreshing ‘Bachelorette’ Episode! Plus, ‘Love Island USA’ Updates and Olympic Recommendations.
Juliet and Callie express their shared distaste for Sam N., talk about Devin’s social media presence, and more this week!
Filed under:
Robert Downey Jr. Rejoins the MCU and Other News From San Diego Comic-Con. Plus, ‘House of the Dragon’ Episode 7.
Chris and Andy also discuss whether Kevin Feige will step away from the MCU
Filed under:
‘Pulp Fiction’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
In a two-part podcast, Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey discuss Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 masterpiece, ‘Pulp Fiction’
Filed under:
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ and Marketing Disney’s First R-Rated Marvel Movie
Disney’s chief brand officer and president of marketing, Asad Ayaz, joins to talk about releasing Disney’s first R-rated Marvel film, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
Filed under:
The Three Biggest Takeaways From ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
After the new MCU blockbuster’s record-breaking weekend at the box office, we break down its cameos, its portrayal of Wolverine, and the state of the MCU
Filed under:
The MCU Just Entered Its Days of Future Past
By bringing back Hugh Jackman, Robert Downey Jr., and the Russo brothers, Marvel is making bank and making headlines—but it may also be turning the MCU into a nostalgia act
Filed under:
Robert Downey Jr. Returns! Marvel and More Live From San Diego Comic Con
The boys report live from San Diego to tell all about the latest news from the biggest convention in fandom
Filed under:
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Instant Reactions With ‘The Midnight Boys’ and ‘The Big Picture’
The Midnight Boys and Sean and Amanda from ‘The Big Picture’ are here to talk all things ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
Filed under:
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Is Here. Is Marvel Back?
Sean and Amanda are joined by three out of four of the Midnight Boys to have a conversation about Marvel’s big 2024 bet: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
Filed under:
‘Presumed Innocent’ Season 1 Finale and Making the Case for (and Against) ‘The Acolyte.’ Plus, ‘Industry’ and ‘Bad Monkey’ Trailers.
Chris and Andy also talk about ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ ‘The Fantastic Four,’ and much more
Filed under:
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Might Save the Summer, but Hollywood Still Needs Rescuing
The sole superhero movie of the summer will almost certainly boost an up-and-down box office, but that success would be based on a mirage
Filed under:
“You Gotta Hear This One Song”: The Oral History of the ‘Garden State’ Soundtrack
Twenty years after the release of ‘Garden State,’ the movie endures as the epitome of love-it-or-hate-it, twee indie. But if there’s one thing most people can agree on, it’s that the soundtrack was really, really good. Below, Zach Braff, James Mercer of the Shins, Imogen Heap, and more explain how it all came together.
Filed under:
What You Need to Know Before Watching ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
Get ready for 2024’s lone MCU movie with a primer on the big-screen histories of Wade and Logan, the stakes for Marvel, trailer tidbits, and more
Filed under:
Into the Ringer-Verse Live Show!
Did you miss our live show in L.A. this summer? We got you!
Filed under:
We’re So Back … With a Movie Mega-Mailbag!
Sean and Amanda open by talking about some recent releases before answering your questions on snacks, movie theater behavior, and more
Filed under:
‘No Way Out’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
Bill, Chris, and Sean have no idea what men of power can do after rewatching the 1987 neo-noir action thriller
‘Twisters’ and the State of the Summer Blockbuster. Plus, ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 6.
Chris and Andy also talk about the recent moves of some streamers
Filed under:
Is Netflix or YouTube the King in Streaming?
Matt and Lucas Shaw discuss Netflix’s strong second-quarter earnings and how the company’s strong numbers might weaken in the next few years
Filed under:
Biden Drops Out, a USA Hoops Six-Pack, and ‘Heat 2’ Ideas
Plus, predicting what’s next for the Democratic Party
Filed under:
Warner’s M&A Options and an NBA Rights Scoop
Jessie Reif Ehrlich discusses the floundering Warner Bros. Discovery, plus Bill Simmons joins the show with a new angle on the looming NBA rights deal involving Amazon and Warner Bros. Discovery
Filed under:
The Glass-Half-Full View of the Disney ‘Star Wars’ Era
‘The Acolyte’ extended a ‘Star Wars’ streaming slump. But Disney’s dozen years of ownership have been pretty productive … from a certain point of view.
Filed under:
‘Notting Hill’ With Juliet Litman and Amanda Dobbins
Juliet and Amanda talk about the 1999 rom-com ‘Notting Hill,’ starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts
Filed under:
‘Twisters’ Rocks! Plus, the Top Five Natural Disaster Movies.
Sean and Amanda discuss ‘Twisters,’ one of the most anticipated movies of the summer
Filed under:
Marvel’s New Dynamic Duo: Deadpool and Wolverine
The unlikely pair of heroes is being asked to lead the MCU going forward
Filed under:
Q&A: Shawn Levy on Directing ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ and Deadpool’s Introduction to the MCU
One week out from the release of Marvel’s summer blockbuster, its director dishes on how Hugh Jackman returned to play Logan, how the movie was made, and the MCU’s first R rating
Filed under:
Emmy Noms, ‘Presumed Innocent’ Episode 7, and René Redzepi and Matt Goulding on ‘Omnivore’
Plus, talk of whether or not ‘The Bear’ should be in the comedy category, the next two ‘Avengers’ movies that are in the works, and more. Then, chef René Redzepi and executive producer Matt Goulding join to talk about their new Apple TV+ series, ‘Omnivore.’
Filed under:
The Best Movies of 2024 (So Far)
It’s been a banner year for genre fare like horror, but 2024’s best films to date are full of diverse and surprising offerings
Filed under:
The ‘Star Wars’ TV Problem. Should It Be on Netflix?
Jimmy Doyle joins Matt to talk about the state of the franchise, including the concerning TV ratings, the upcoming Mandalorian movie, and more
Filed under:
Why We Remain Fascinated With Twisters
The sequel to the tornado-chasing movie hits theaters this weekend. But our obsession with the violent wind vortexes extends far beyond the big screen—even as the science on them continues to evolve.
Filed under:
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2, Episode 5 Instant Reactions
The Midnight Boys also get into their initial feelings about the trailer for ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
Filed under:
The 2000s Summer Blockbuster Draft (Live!)
It’s time for another draft! This time, Sean, Amanda, and Chris choose their favorite summer flicks from the aughts.