
Press Play Action
Press Play Action is a movie review podcast produced by Jersey Nerds Productions and hosted by Jersey Nerd Mitchell Lea.
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Show overview
Press Play Action has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 86 episodes. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 54 min and 1h 18m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language TV & Film show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 16 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 46 episodes published. Published by Jersey Nerds Producitons.
From the publisher
Press Play Action is a movie review podcast produced by Jersey Nerds Productions and hosted by Jersey Nerd Mitchell Lea! Mitchell and his cohort of die hard movie nerds take a look at cinema in all forms, from cult classics, guilty pleasure films, whats currently on in theatres and everything in between. If you are a movie fan than this is where you need to be!
Latest Episodes
View all 86 episodesRandom Movie Review: A Bug's Life (1998) & The Last Duel (2021)
Prometheus (2012) & Alien: Covenant (2017) Review!
Shutter Island (2010) & The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) Reviews!
Alien 3 (1992) & Alien: Resurrection (1997) Review!
Alien (1979) & Aliens (1986) Review!
Drunken Cinema Corner: Drink #2
Ep 80Drunken Cinema Corner: Drink #1
Things get loose in the debut of Drunken Cinema Corner, where the Jersey Nerds crew—Tommy, Grant, Brandon, and Mitchel—crack open the drinks and let the takes fly.In this episode:A savage breakdown of the Five Nights at Freddy’s films (no mercy given)Why video game movies keep missing the mark (with a few rare exceptions)A heated debate on theater etiquette (yes, phone users—you’re on notice)The future of movie theaters vs. streaming services like NetflixNostalgic stories about unforgettable theater experiences (Inception, The Avengers, La La Land, and more)A chaotic “bad movie draft” featuring some truly cursed picksThe crew’s ongoing mission: tackling IMDb’s Top 250—plus the worst movies they can findBottom line:It’s messy. It’s loud. It’s hilarious. And it’s exactly what happens when film nerds mix strong opinions with stronger drinks.
Ep 79Star Wars: The Sequel Trilogy Review!
The saga continues…This week, we’re jumping into the Star Wars SEQUEL Trilogy with A Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017) and The Rise of Skywalker (2019) — the most debated chapter in the galaxy. From new heroes and legacy characters to bold storytelling choices, we’re unpacking everything that worked… and everything that divided the fanbase.🔥 Episode Highlights:• Rey, Kylo Ren, and the next generation of the Force• The return of legacy icons — meaningful or mishandled?• Behind-the-scenes shifts that shaped the trilogy• Our unfiltered verdict on all three filmsvLike and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 78Star Wars: Original Trilogy Review!
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…This week the Jersey Nerds are diving deep into the ORIGINAL Star Wars Trilogy with A New Hope (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980) and Return of the Jedi (1983) — the films that changed cinema forever. From groundbreaking visual effects to unforgettable characters and one of the most iconic twists in movie history, we’re breaking down what makes this trilogy legendary.Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 77Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Spaceballs; Movie Reviews
Get ready for a galactic adventure as the Jersey Nerds embark on a thrilling review of of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018), and the hilarious parody Spaceballs (1987)! From the heroic Rebel Alliance to the swashbuckling adventures of Han Solo, and the laugh-out-loud humor of Spaceballs, we're covering it all! 🎥 So, grab your lightsaber, blaster, or Schwartz, and join the conversation! 💫Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 76Star Wars: The Phantom Menace; Star Wars: Attack of the Clones; Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Get ready for a journey to a galaxy far, far away as the Jersey Nerds are diving into the highly debated Star Wars prequel trilogy, and we're not holding back! Join us as we review the trilogy that sparked a thousand debates, starting with Episode I: The Phantom Menace, followed by Episode II: Attack of the Clones, and concluding with Episode III: Revenge of the Sith! From midi-chlorians to Jar Jar Binks, we're covering it all! Tune in to hear our thoughts on the trilogy that changed the Star Wars universe forever! Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 75Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End (2007), On Stranger Tides (2011), and Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017); Reviews!
The Jersey Nerds set sail through the rest of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. This week, we dove into the epic conclusion of the original trilogy with Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End (2007), where Will, Elizabeth, and the crew face off against the East India Trading Company. Then, we charted a course for new waters with Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), as Jack Sparrow searches for the Fountain of Youth. Finally, we navigated the treacherous seas of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017), where Henry Turner and Carina Smyth team up to break a deadly curse. Join us as we discuss our favorite moments, characters, and plot twists from these three thrilling installments!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 74Best and Worst Films of 2025 / Most Anticipated Films of 2026
The Jersey Nerds bring on special guest Howie Collins for their annual rankings! Mitchell, Brandon, Tommy, and Howie rank their Top 10 and Bottom 10 films of 2025 and then give their Top 10 most anticipated films of 2026! So if you are looking for recommendations on what new movies to watch and what to avoid, this is the episode for you!Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 73Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006) Review!
Get ready for a thrilling ride as the Jersey Nerds embark on a swashbuckling adventure like no other! 🎥🏴☠️ Join us as we dive into the world of piracy and review: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006). 🎬 From the charismatic Captain Jack Sparrow to the eerie Flying Dutchman, we'll be exploring it all! Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 72True Lies (1994) & Titanic (1997) Reviews!
The Jersey Nerds sit down for a 1990s James Cameron double feature with a review of True Lies (1994) and Titanic (1997).Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 71Avatar (2009) & Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) Review!
The Jersey Nerds travel to Pandora to kick off 2026 with a review of James Camerons Sci-Fi masterpieces, Avatar (2009) and Avatar: The Way of Water (2022).Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 70Terminator Salvation (2009), Terminator Genisys (2015) & Terminator: Dark Fate (2019) Movie Reviews!
The Jersey Nerds ARE BACK... AGAIN! This time to discuss the Terminator sequels: Terminator Salvation (2009), Terminator Genisys (2015), and Terminator: Dark Fate (2019).Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 69Terminator, Terminator 2: Judgement Day, and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines! Movie Review!
The Jersey Nerds ARE BACK! This time to discuss the first Terminator Trilogy: Terminator (1984), Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1997), and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003).Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 68West Side Story (2021) & The Fablemans (2022) Review!
The Jersey Nerds are back with the final two movies of the Steven Spielberg marathon! This week Mitchell, Brandon, and Tommy review West Side Story (2021) and The Fablemans (2022).Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds
Ep 67Bridge of Spies (2015) and The Post (2017) Reviews!
The Jersey Nerds are back with some more Steven Spielberg action! This week Mitchell, Brandon, and Tommy take a look at a Spielberg/Tom Hanks double feature with Bridge of Spies (2015) and The Post (2017).Like and Follow Press Play Action on our socials listed below:Website: https://pressplayactionpodcast.transistor.fmFacebook: www.facebook.com/pressplayactionInstagram: www.instagram.com/pressplayactionpodcastTikTok: @jerseynerdsproductionsMastadon: @jerseynerdsproductionsBlueSky: @pressplayaction.bsky.socialTwitter: www.x.com/pressplayact1onLetterboxd: www.letterboxd.com/jerseynerds