The Best Movies You've Never Seen

Directed by Roger Donaldson Species is a 1995 Science Fiction and Horror movie about a human with extra terrestrial genes. Natasha Henstridge in her debut film role is "Sil" the stunning but worrying being who breaks out of a government facility. Stephen knows it well and loves it, but Trev's watching it for the first time. You can do the same on Fetch up on your Hisense TV!

One of James Cameron's least know films, The Abyss takes you to the deepest depths in what could be seen as science fiction, or near catastrophe. Ed Harris stars alongside Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio while Stephen Fenech unpacks some fascinating details about the making of this movie. Watch the extended version if you have the time.

Nicholas Cage and Sean Connery lead a cracking cast on the story of a disillusioned US Marine Brigadier General with plans to hold an entire city to ransom Trev's never seen it, and without seeing the trailer has no idea what to expect. Cage's unique style paired with the class of Connery brings this story to life. Find it on Fetch on your Hisense TV and then unpack it with us!

Tom Cruise is back, more than 30 years since the original Top Gun which scored a big rating from Trev when we covered that movie on this show. This time, the tables are turned and Trev takes control with a movie he's seen more than most. An epic return to the skies with fresh faces and familiar names too, watch with Fetch on your big-screen Hisense TV!

Disaster is coming, who is Ellie? A journalist digs into the story of a politician stepping down to uncover a big, big story The story has worldwide impact, lives will be lost. From a year of Asteroid disaster movie, Deep Impact stands out, Trev sees it for the first time and we unpack with Stephen how it all went down. Thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

Trev reckons most people wouldn't have heard of this one, but Stephen reckons it's one of the best movies of all time. Jordan Peele won an Oscar for this one, as Daniel Kaluuya stars alongside Allison Williams, Lil Rel Howery, LKeith Stanfiled, Bradley Whitford and more. A young interracial couple head off to visit the white upper class family of young Rose, and from there the story unpeels layer by layer..

Jim Carrey in a role suited only to his classic style of physical comedy. What happens when a mild mannered banker discovers a rather mysterious mask in the river? Does his own personality come out, or is he a whole new person. Is everyone hiding behind a mask? What do you think? Enjoy it again, or for the first time with Trevor and Stephen

When middle aged men start to question aspects of their lives, they look to escape. In the case of Billy Crystal, Daniel Stern and Bruno Kirby, it's to the country to do something out of their norm. There, they meet Jack Palance and some shenanigans ensue, but also some thinking takes place. It's part comedy, part introspective, but fun at the same time!

Oscar Award Winning BEST MOVIE - CRASH has a lot of controversy around it's acclaim. Stephen will explain and unpack that with Trevor. This films cast is staggering, Sandra Bullock, Don Cheadle, Matt Dillon, and so many more - all with stories that intersect in the strangest of ways. But the film highlights the racial and social inequities and tensions of the time, and frankly today.

The Terminator is back! But we haven't even watched the first movie!! Well, Stephen says that doesn't matter, Terminator 2 is better. We learn about Sarah Connor, her Son and wonder about some of the back story while other parts are filed in for us. Arnie is the lead here and he plays it well, What will Trev think of the story, the effects, the action? Watch on Fetch on your Hisense TV and follow along with us!

Bruce Willis is BACK, this time his skills come into play in a dramatic Airport situation. It's Christmas time (so is this a Christmas Movie?) and he just wants to see his wife, so when hostiles take over the airport, he jumps into action. Stephen unpacks it while Trevor gets concerned about the Aviation plot holes. Enjoy thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

The sequel to the highly popular Rocky which Stephen rated 10 and Trevor gave a 9, Rocky II is a genuine sequel like no other. Picking up right where it left off, Sylvester Stallone stars and Directs this absolute cracker. Find it on Fetch, Watch it on your Hisense TV

It's well known that the Star Wars movies are top tier for Stephen Fenech, and this is a slow burn for Trev, so just how does he rate the follow up to the debut success of Star Wars. Stephen unpacks the little known facts, walks through the movie for some hidden gems while Trev shares first-timer observations. All thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

Following on from our very first movie on this podcast, Francis Ford Coppola and Mario Puzo are back with Part 2, released two years later, and starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton and many more. Stephen will let us know how well this was received while Trevor gets his first look. And his reaction might surprise you. Enjoy it on Fetch on your Hisense TV with us!

Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn are a pair of mates with a day job, and a wild Wedding season hobby - Crashing Weddings. We learn their strategies, witness their conquests but then follow along as things take a turn, for the worst and better - depending on perspectives. This isn't an Oscar nom style movie, but what does Trev think? Stephen runs him through it and we find out!

What happens when Police all choose to live in one community? Low crime rates? But what else, is it a law unto themselves? A staggeringly good cast including Sylvester Stallone in a very different role for him. Stephen unpacks some facts about the movie while Trevor gives his first impressions - join us!

Here's a great case, featuring Dennis Quaid , Andre Braugher, Jim Caviezel and Elizabeth Mitchell - they are all playing roles across a generation with Frequency demonstrating the power of time travel, but in a whole new perspective. If you've lost a loved one, this will be a difficult watch, but it's worth it. Stephen calls it a Hidden Gem - what does Trev think? Find out thanks to Hisense and Fetch.

The police gather together five less than desirable members of society as they investigate a crime, but what it creates is a whole other story. The Usual Suspects is a great cast, with Kevin Spacey getting most of the screen time, but plenty more you'll recognise. Is this one you need to see more than once to fully grasp? We'll discuss as Stephen takes Trevor through this one for the first time thanks to Fetch and Hisense

A group of mates loyal to their home town are robbing banks and armoured cars for the cash. One robbery doesn't go quite to plan and a hostage becomes a key part of one of the thieves lives. But the quest for another payday makes things complicated.

How can a poker game make a movie? Well, when the host of the game is a woman who's past is as fascinating as her present there's something in it. Molly confronts her emotions but stays true to her morals when faced with the might of the US Government. Trevor learns it all from Stephen thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Matthew Modine two weeks in a row on this show, but it's Al Pacino and Cameron Diaz who star here along with more big names like Dennis Quaid, Jamie Foxx, James Woods and LL Cool J in the story of an American Football Team. It's a family team, but the coach and the now dead owners daughter perhaps don't see eye to eye. Stick around through the credits is Stephens advice, but listen here to what Trev thinks of this Oliver Stone directed film. All thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

Some recognisable faces, none less than Alex Baldwin, Michelle Pfeiffer, Matthew Modine to name just three in this story of a mob family in New York. A troubled wife tries to break free, but can't. She gets involved with someone that causes complications and it's all crazy from there. A serious mob story or a romantic comedy - you choose.

One of Trev's favourite movies features Steve McQueen but he's never seen Bullitt. He knows of the famous Mustang, but has no idea what the movie is all about. Stephen takes us through it and we look at the stats behind the biggest car chase you'll see! Who dunnit? or Who was it? Check out Bullitt!

Life is Like a Box of Chocolates. We've all heard the line, Stephen has seen the movie - but Trev hasn't - so what is it all about? Trev mistakes the concept early, but gets on board as Forrest has his adventures. Learn the backstory, the legend of Forrest Gump that lives on today!

Keanu Reeves is an outstanding young lawyer in Florida - he's never lost a case. So when he's given the chance to work in New York, he jumps at it. His new boss is Al Pacino and he has grand plans for this young man. With Charlize Theron as the lonely wife there's a lot to unpack. If you've never seen it, avoid all trailers and reviews, and just watch it - that's what Trev did and it's a whole new way to see it.

A single actor, A Small Boat, A Big Ocean. This is like no other movie before, but Robert Redford pulls it off. Stephen's selection of Audio takes in every line of the film! Check out All is Lost now on Fetch and your Hisense TV

Some of the biggest comedians of the time get together for a crazy comedic treasure hunt. It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World is a 1963 film directed by Stanley Kramer which stars Spencer Tracy alongside a cracking cast of Comedic Stars. Trev's never seen it, Stephen knows it well - so how do you rate this one?

This is a unique one for us to do a show on, as Stephen and Trevor saw this movie before it came out, together! So what was Steve Jobs like? How did his rise and fall and rise again really play out. Stephen talks through the fact v fiction in the story of one of the modern geniuses of our time.

The story of a young man who loves making movies, or is it the story of a young woman trying to find her place in the world? Perhaps the story of a young and popular cheerleader or the housewife trying to keep up appearances? Or is this the story of a man who needs to break free from the monotony of life? Perhaps you see it as the story of a Homophobic Military man fighting his own demons.. This is what's fascinating about American Beauty. And it's why it's an Oscar winner. Watch again, or for the first time with Stephen and Trevor thanks to Fetch and Hisense!

When a wealthy woman is killed in a brutal scene along with her housemaid, focus turns to the husband. Glenn Close is the reluctant lawyer representing the husband played by Jeff Bridges. A hidden Gem from Stephen's library - but will Trevor like it?

When a Major League team owner dies, his wife takes over the team but has plans that no one saw coming. So what they put together is a team of has beens and nobodys. Watch them from Spring Training through to the end of season. Stephen takes baseball fan Trevor through a movie he's never seen!

Trev's actually seen this one, and it's a family favourite, but Stephen knows it better and we talk through some surprises and interesting facts. Was Michael J Fox the original Marty? Plot holes anyone? This is a must watch, no matter how old you are.

Tom Hanks in an iconic role as Jim Lovell, leading the crew of Apollo 13 to the Moon. At a time of great hype, has the shine washed off the mission to the moon? And what happens when it doesn't go as planned? Fire up the Fetch on your Hisense TV and join Trevor and Stephen on a look at Apollo 13

Jodie Foster stars as a grieving mother boarding a flight from Germany to the USA to repatriate the body of her dead husband. Her young daughter is equally distraught, and goes missing on board - or did she? A cracking thriller of twists and turns this week on Fetch up on your Hisense TV.

A gripping court drama with a man accused of murder. He finds a willing Barrister to represent him, and wants his wife's testimony to support his claims. This Black and White classic from 1957 is the ultimate thriller with a strong NO SPOILERS request. Directed by Billy Wilder starring Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich, Charles Laughton and Elsa Lanchester - Stephen introduces Trevor to the ins and outs of the Old Bailey - enjoy.

Bond, James Bond. Trev's never seen 007 so Stephen introduces him via the third ever Bond. From 1964 - Goldfinger. Sean Connery as Bond and his famous Aston Martin. Thanks to Hisense and Fetch, we look at one of the classics - something to relive if you're a fan, or discover for the first time.

SHOW ME THE MONEY - that's the iconic line from Jerry Maguire everyone knows. If you haven't seen it - now is the time! If you've seen it, time to relive it. Tom Cruise stars as the sports agent at a career crossroads. Renée Zellweger joins his crusade and Cuba Gooding Jr is the sports star at the centre of it all. A fascinating movie not just for the story, but the way it's constructed. Stephen and Trevor unpack it all thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Scarlett Johansson is the star of this movie as Lucy - a woman dragged into a situation without any knowledge of what she is getting into. What happens to her changes her, and brings her to Morgan Freeman and together change your impressions of the mind forever. A Luc Besson masterpiece - hear Stephen unpack it for Trevor thanks to Fetch and Hisense

Recapping three years of The Best Movies You've Never Seen! After all that time, Trev's now seen over 150 movies, and thanks to Hisense and Fetch we have many more to come. But this week, we look back on the movies we've seen. The ratings we've given and even a potential re-watch of two that Stephen just can't accept Plus, Stephen's top movie lines from the last three years of movies on the show!

How did Roger Kumble convince Reese Witherspoon to star in this movie? Stephen Fenech has the info, so let us walk through this movie and the story of making it. Watch again, or watch for the first time as Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe and Witherspoon star in a wicket teen story full of twists turns and some wild ideas.

Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton star as storm chasing researchers looking to get insightful data from the belly of a mega Twister. A good vs evil battle, a love story, and a tragedy, it's got it all. Join Trevor and Stephen as they unpack the movie and learn things you might never have known, if not for The Best Movies You've Never Seen!

A Hitchcock classic, the story of a husband and wife in a new stage of life but there's a secret between them. They both know it though, and so the perfect plan is hatched and put in place. But can any plan be perfect? Stephen has all the info and Trev is watching for the first time - how do you rate it?

Released in 1997 this is a solid action thriller starring Harrison Ford as the President of the United States of America with Gary Oldman as a Russian "Journalist" until things turn bad. Plot twists and moments to make you think, this one is something pretty gripping minute after minute. Watch along and learn with Trevor and Stephen thanks to Fetch and Hisense

A very young Matthew Broderick is a smart kid, who has all the gear and plenty of idea in his home bedroom, able to hack into systems at a moments notice. When he tries to get the latest game, he has a blast. But causes panic at the same time. Stephen will explain how this movie changed laws, for the better, and was an eye opener at the time.

You might not have seen this, but Stephen loves it. A 1996 Independent film written by Jon Favreau who also stars in the movie alongside Vince Vaughn. There's also Ron Livingston and Heather Graham. A low budget look inside the life of someone looking to make it in Hollywood. Find it on Fetch and get it going on your Hisense TV and watch for the First time with Trev, or enjoy again with Stephen.

Denzel Washington in an Oscar Winning role alongside Ethan Hawke as LAPD Narcotics officers. A 24 hour timeline, serves as a day-in-the-life look at how a rookie breaks into a new squad, one where the rules are quite clearly different. Stephen Breaks it down for Trev, so sit back and enjoy thanks to Hisense and Fetch.

Released in 1942 the origin story of this movie alone is worth hearing. From utterly classic lines to a stunning cast, Casablanca is from a different time. Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman among others telling the story of loyalty and war through a different set of eyes.

Sylvester Stallone is in the wrong place at the wrong time, or is it quite the opposite? An explosion causes chaos as a New York City tunnel is collapsed with just a few survivors and not much hope. While it is an action movie, there are many layers to it - enjoy this hidden gem with Stephen and Trevor thanks to Fetch and Hisense

This is a more recent film, from 2016 and a multi-oscar nominated one at that. Amy Adams stars alongside Jeremy Renner while Forest Whitaker makes another appearance in a podcast movie for us. It's a fascinating look at Alien first contact, but different to many such movies. Stephen loves it - but will Trev? Fire up the Fetch and get in front of your Hisense TV for Arrival

Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Harry Tasker the Government Agent (Spy) who undertakes secret missions all while his Wife (Jamie Lee Curtis) considers his day-job to be that of a boring computer salesman. Directed by none other than James Cameron, this isn't a serious action film, but at times it comes across that way. The mixture of laughs makes it most certainly an "Action Comedy". A solid cast, a cracking story - join Trevor and Stephen as we watch through and unpack True Lies (1994)