The Movie Podcast
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Welcome to the Family: The Explosive Story Behind Fast & Furious with Author Barry Hertz
We don’t have friends. We got family. On today's episode of The Movie Podcast, we're delighted to be joined by Author Barry Hertz to discuss his book WELCOME TO THE FAMILY: THE EXPLOSIVE STORY BEHIND FAST & FURIOUS. The book is an exclusive look inside the surprising history and contentious future of Hollywood’s most unlikely blockbuster—the Fast & Furious franchise—a series that uncannily anticipated the shifting currents of pop culture while changing the business of global entertainment at the same time. Barry is the award-winning Chief Film Critic for The Globe and Mail. With over 20 years of experience, he has reviewed thousands of films, interviewed hundreds of actors and filmmakers, and covered festivals, sets, and markets worldwide. “Welcome to the Family: The Explosive Story Behind Fast & Furious is out November 25. Find it wherever books are sold.” Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pluribus Interview with Vince Gilligan, Rhea Seehorn, and Karolina Wydra (Apple TV)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Shahbaz is joined by Vince Gilligan, creator of the Apple TV Original Series PLURIBUS, along with stars Rhea Seehorn and Karolina Wydra. The series is a highly anticipated drama from Vince Gilligan, writer and director of Breaking Bad and co-creator of Better Call Saul. Starring Rhea Seehorn, who earned two Emmy nominations for her work on Better Call Saul, this nine-episode, genre-bending story follows the most miserable person on Earth as she’s tasked with saving the world from happiness. Pluribus is out now on Apple TV with new episodes every Friday through December 26. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Interview with Edgar Wright and Lee Pace of The Running Man
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined legendary Writer and Director Edgar Wright and the one and only Lee Pace to discuss their new film THE RUNNING MAN. In a near-future society, The Running Man is the top-rated show on television—a deadly competition where contestants, known as Runners, must survive 30 days while being hunted by professional assassins, with every move broadcast to a bloodthirsty public and each day bringing a greater cash reward. Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards (Glen Powell) is convinced by the show’s charming but ruthless producer, Dan Killian (Josh Brolin), to enter the game as a last resort. But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite—and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall. The Running Man releases exclusively in theatres November 14, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Interview with Elle Fanning and Stellan Skarsgård of Sentimental Value
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel sits down in Toronto with Elle Fanning and Stellan Skarsgård to discuss their work in Joachim Trier's SENTIMENTAL VALUE. In the film, sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star. Suddenly, the two sisters must navigate their complicated relationship with their father — and deal with an American star dropped right into the middle of their complex family dynamics. This interview was recorded during TIFF 50 in September. Sentimental Value releases November 14, 2025 in select theatres. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein Interview with Mia Goth (Netflix)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Mia Goth to discuss her latest work in Guillermo del Toro's FRANKENSTEIN. Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist who brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. Alongside Mia, the film also stars Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Felix Kammerer, David Bradley, Lars Mikkelsen, Christian Convery, with Charles Dance, and Christoph Waltz. Frankenstein is in select theatres October 17, and on Netflix November 7, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Predator: Badlands Interview with Dan Trachtenberg and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Director Dan Trachtenberg and newcomer Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi to discuss PREDATOR: BADLANDS. The film is set in the future on a remote planet, where a young Predator, outcast from his clan, finds an unlikely ally in Thia and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary. 20th Century Studios’ PREDATOR: BADLANDS opens exclusively in theatres November 7, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein Movie Review
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Guillermo del Toro's FRANKENSTEIN starring Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, Felix Kammerer, Lars Mikkelsen, David Bradley, Charles Dance, and Christoph Waltz. Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley's classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist who brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. Frankenstein will be released in select theatres on October 17, 2025 before releasing on Netflix on November 7, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Predator: Badlands Review
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Dan Trachtenberg's PREDATOR: BADLANDS starring Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi. The film is set in the future on a remote planet, where a young Predator, outcast from his clan, finds an unlikely ally in Thia and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary. 20th Century Studios’ PREDATOR: BADLANDS opens exclusively in theatres November 7, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 173Dealing with Our Toronto Blue Jays Heartbreak, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Ghost of Yōtei, and Christopher Nolan Steals IMAX Screens from Spider-Man
On this episode of The Movie Podcast… we’re still recovering from the Toronto Blue Jays’ World Series heartbreak, but hey... at least we have Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Ghost of Yōtei, and Christopher Nolan stealing IMAX screens from Spider-Man to distract us. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FACEOFF: Inside the NHL Interview with Daniel Amigone | McDavid’s Greatness, Crosby’s Privacy, Marner’s Locker Room Outburst, and Respecting Marchand
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Anthony are joined by Showrunner and Executive Producer Daniel Amigone to discuss Season 2 of Prime Video's FACEOFF: Inside the NHL. The latest season of the series takes fans behind-the-scenes with athletes who display an extraordinary blend of skill, determination, and sacrifice required to excel in one of the world’s most demanding sports. See Sidney Crosby, Anže Kopitar, Seth Jarvis, Brad Marchand, William Nylander, Brady Tkachuk, Matthew Tkachuk, Zach Werenski and more NHL stars in a way you've never seen them before. FACEOFF: Inside The NHL season 2 premiered this October on Prime Video. The series is now available to watch on Prime Video globally. Prime Monday Night Hockey is available Nation-wide in Canada. Catch the Toronto Maple Leafs vs Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday Night Hockey November 3, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40 Acres Interview with Writer and Director R. T. Thorne
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony are joined by Writer, Director, and fellow Canadian R. T. Thorne to discuss his latest film 40 ACRES. In the film, Hailey Freeman (Danielle Deadwyler) and her family are the last descendants of African American farmers who settled in rural Canada after the first Civil War. In a famine-decimated near future, they now struggle to safeguard their farm against those hell-bent on taking their 40 ACRES. 40 Acres is available now on Blu-ray, PVOD and streaming on Hulu in the United States. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple Music VP Oliver Schusser on Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show, Success of F1 The Movie, Supporting Artists, and Legacy at Apple
On this very special edition of The Movie Podcast, we're honoured to be joined by Oliver Schusser, Vice President of Apple Music, Apple TV, Sports and Beats. Oliver joined Apple in 2004 to help Apple expand iTunes into Europe and was promoted to VP of Apple Music in 2018. Schusser has been strongly associated with music and supporting artists, including the Apple Music Festival, which ran for a decade at London’s Roundhouse until 2017. Before our interview, Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony discuss their time in Montreal at the Apple Music Spatial Audio Summit and dive into the exciting new features coming to Apple Music and iOS 26. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shelby Oaks Interview with Director Chris Stuckmann
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Writer and Director Chris Stuckmann to discuss his debut film SHELBY OAKS, the most-funded horror film project on Kickstarter ever. Shot as a traditional feature, but with some elements of found footage, Shelby Oaks is a horror film about missing paranormal investigators, the dark legacy they uncovered, and the far-reaching effects their investigation has as Mia searches for her sister Riley, the lead paranormal investigator, 12 years later. As Mia uncovers new and disturbing leads related to Riley’s disappearance, she uncovers evidence of a hidden supernatural evil dating all the way back to her and Riley’s childhood. Shelby Oaks releases in theatres October 24, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere Interview with Odessa Young
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel hits the road to The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, New Jersey to sit down with friend of the show Odessa Young and discuss her new film SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE. The film stars Jeremy Allen White and chronicles the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 “Nebraska” album when he was a young musician on the cusp of global superstardom, struggling to reconcile the pressures of success with the ghosts of his past. The album marked a pivotal time in his life and is considered one of his most enduring works—a raw, haunted acoustic record populated by lost souls searching for a reason to believe. Odessa last joined us in April when we were in Australia for The Narrow Road to the Deep North. Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere releases in theatres October 24, 2025. Toy Story in Concert Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NCIS: Tony & Ziva Interview with Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down in Toronto with NCIS legends Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo to discuss their new series NCIS: TONY & ZIVA. The series picks up as Tony and Ziva have been raising their daughter, Tali, together. When Tony’s security company is attacked, they must go on the run across Europe, try to figure out who is after them and maybe even learn to trust each other again so they can finally have their unconventional happily ever after. The 10-episode series premiered on Thursday, September 4 exclusively on Paramount+ with a 3 episode drop and then weekly after that. The finale airs October 23, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lurker Interview with Director Alex Russell and Théodore Pellerin (MUBI)
Get a whole month of great cinema FREE on MUBI: mubi.com/themoviepodcast On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit-down in Toronto with Writer & Director Alex Russell and Théodore Pellerin to discuss their new film LURKER. When a twenty-something retail clerk encounters a rising pop star, he takes the opportunity to edge his way into the in-crowd. But as the line between friend and fan blurs beyond recognition, access and proximity become a matter of life and death. The directorial debut from The Bear and Beef writer-producer Alex Russell, Lurker is an exhilarating cat-and-mouse thriller made for the moment. Online fixation meets reality in this parasocial, paranoid film driven by a brilliant score and star-making performances. Lurker releases August 29, 2025 exclusively in theatres and will be available to stream on MUBI in the U.S. and Canada at a later date. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If I Had Legs I'd Kick You Interview with Director Mary Bronstein
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Writer and Director Mary Bronstein to discuss their new film IF I HAD LEGS I'D KICK YOU starring Rose Byrne, A$AP Rocky, Conan O'Brien, Danielle Macdonald, and Christian Slater. With her life crashing down around her, Linda attempts to navigate her child's mysterious illness, her absent husband, a missing person, and an increasingly hostile relationship with her therapist. If I Had Legs I'd Kick You releases October 17, 2025 exclusively in theatres. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Good Fortune Interview with Director Aziz Ansari
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Actor-Writer-Director Aziz Ansari to discuss his new film GOOD FORTUNE starring Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen, Sandra Oh, and Keke Palmer. In the film, a well-meaning but rather inept angel named Gabriel meddles in the lives of a struggling gig worker and a wealthy venture capitalist. Good Fortune releases exclusively in theatres Friday October 17, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Roofman Interview with Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Shahbaz is joined by Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst to discuss their new film ROOFMAN. Based on an unbelievable true story, Roofman follows Jeffrey Manchester, a former Army Ranger and struggling father who turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname: Roofman. After escaping prison, he secretly lives inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for Leigh, a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in. Roofman is now playing exclusively in theatres. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TRON: Ares Interview with Director Joachim Rønning
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by returning friend of the show Joachim Rønning to discuss his latest film TRON: ARES. The film follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. beings. It stars Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan, with Gillian Anderson, and Jeff Bridges. Disney’s TRON: Ares releases exclusively in theatres and IMAX October 10, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Interview with David Henrie and Janice LeAnn Brown
On this magical episode of The Movie Podcast, Shahbaz is joined by David Henrie and returning friend of the show Janice LeAnn Brown to discuss Season 2 of WIZARDS BEYOND WAVERLY PLACE. In the new season, Billie grapples with the fact that being part of the Russo family might be more complicated than she thought — especially now that she's not the only wizard in the house. Thanks to Roman and Milo’s new magical powers, Justin is now tasked with training three young wizards for the Family Wizard Competition. As the stakes rise inside and outside the family, a mysterious new threat emerges, one that could unravel the Russos forever. Season 2 of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place premieres with all 10 episodes on Wednesday, October 8 on Disney+. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TRON: Ares Review
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Joachim Rønning's TRON: ARES starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan, with Gillian Anderson, and Jeff Bridges. The film follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. beings. Disney’s TRON: Ares releases exclusively in theatres and IMAX October 10, 2025. Interview with Director Joachim Rønning coming Thursday! Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Peak Everything Interview with Piper Perabo, Patrick Hivon, and Director Anne Émond
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down with Piper Perabo, Patrick Hivon, and Director Anne Émond at TIFF 50 to discuss their closing night film PEAK EVERYTHING. In the film, Adam (45) is a kind-hearted kennel-owner. Hypersensitive and borderline depressed, he hides his existential fears from his affection-avoidant father, and lets his young assistant take advantage of his good nature. To help combat his eco-anxiety, Adam orders a therapeutic solar lamp. Through the lamp’s supplier's technical support line, he meets Tina, a radiant woman with a voice that soothes all of his worries. This unexpected encounter changes everything: Earth trembles, and hearts explode… It's love! Peak Everything is now playing in theatres. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Smashing Machine Interview with Director Benny Safdie and UFC Legend Mark Kerr
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down in Toronto with Writer/Director Benny Safdie and UFC Legend Mark Kerr to discuss THE SMASHING MACHINE at TIFF 50. The film stars Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt and is the story of legendary mixed martial arts & UFC fighter Mark Kerr. The Smashing Machine releases exclusively in theatres October 3, 2025 by VVS in Canada and A24 in the United States. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Unmasking Ghost of Yōtei with Creative Director Jason Connell of Sucker Punch Productions
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Creative Director Jason Connell of Sucker Punch Productions for an in-depth discussion on the making GHOST OF YŌTEI and the cinematic influences behind it. Set in 1603 in Ezo, Japan, the story follows Atsu, an onryō seeking vengeance against the “Yōtei Six” for slaughtering her family sixteen years earlier. Ghost of Yōtei is out now exclusively on the PlayStation 5 family of systems. Jason Connell is a Creative Director on Ghost of Yōtei and was Creative Director and Art Director on Ghost of Tsushima, leading lighting, cinematography, and concept direction. He has more than 20 years of game development experience, over half of which have been with Sucker Punch. Alaska bred, he loves adventuring with his wife and two children. Jason lives in a beanie 99% of the time and abuses the word awesome. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 172AI Actress Tilly Norwood, Christopher Nolan Elected as DGA President, and Is Netflix Buying Warner Bros. Pictures?
MAIN EPISODE ALERT! This week on The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz try to make sense of the rise of AI Actress Tilly Norwood, celebrate Christopher Nolan’s election as the new DGA President, and ask the big question— could Netflix or Paramount actually be buying Warner Bros. Pictures? The guys also share their thoughts from FX’s The Lowdown press conference (another fantastic series) with Ethan Hawke and Sterlin Harjo, plus give their impressions of Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Smashing Machine Movie Review (TIFF 50)
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Benny Safdie's THE SMASHING MACHINE at TIFF 50 starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt. The film is the story of legendary mixed martial arts & UFC fighter Mark Kerr. The Smashing Machine releases exclusively in theatres October 3, 2025 by VVS in Canada and A24 in the United States. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One Battle After Another Interview with Teyana Taylor, Regina Hall, and Chase Infiniti
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by stars Teyana Taylor, Regina Hall, and Chase Infiniti to discuss Paul Thomas Anderson's ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER. when an evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunite to rescue one of their own's daughter. It also stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Benicio del Toro. One Battle After Another releases exclusively in theatres and IMAX September 26, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wayward Interview with Mae Martin, Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Sydney Topliffe and Alyvia Alyn Lind (Netflix)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down with Mae Martin, Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Sydney Topliffe, and Alyvia Alyn Lind to discuss their new Netflix series WAYWARD. The show follows police officer Alex Dempsey and his pregnant wife Laura as they move into their new home. Soon, Alex finds himself connected with two students from the local school for “troubled teens” who are desperate to escape — and could be the key to unearthing everything rotten in the town. Wayward premieres globally on Netflix September 25 with 8 episodes. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One Battle After Another Movie Review
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Paul Thomas Anderson's ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall, Chase Infiniti, and Teyana Taylor. In the film, when an evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunite to rescue one of their own's daughter. One Battle After Another releases exclusively in theatres and IMAX September 26, 2025. Interview with cast coming soon. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gen V Season 2 Interview with Jaz Sinclair, Lizze Broadway, Maddie Phillips, Asa Germann, London Thor, Derek Luh, Sean Patrick Thomas & Hamish Linklater (Prime Video)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by the cast of GEN V including Jaz Sinclair, Lizze Broadway, Maddie Phillips, Asa Germann, London Thor, Derek Luh, Sean Patrick Thomas and Hamish Linklater to talk all things Season 2. School is back in session. As the rest of America adjusts to Homelander's iron fist, back at Godolkin University, the mysterious new Dean preaches a curriculum that promises to make students more powerful than ever. The first three episodes of Gen V Season 2 are now available exclusively on Prime Video, with one episode launching weekly on Wednesdays until October 22. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Swiped Interview with Lily James (TIFF 50)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down at TIFF 50 with Lily James, Producer and Star of the film SWIPED. Inspired by the provocative real-life story of the visionary founder of online dating platform Bumble, 20th Century Studios’ new feature film “Swiped” introduces recent college grad Whitney Wolfe as she uses extraordinary grit and ingenuity to break into the male-dominated tech industry, launching an innovative, globally lauded dating app—two, actually—and pave the way to becoming the youngest female self-made billionaire. The Hulu Original film “Swiped” from 20th Century Studios will premiere September 19, 2025, exclusively on Disney+. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Conjuring: Last Rites Interview with James Wan and Michael Chaves
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Anthony are joined by Director Michael Chaves and Producer James Wan to talk THE CONJURING: LAST RITES, the chilling ninth chapter in the iconic Conjuring Universe inspired by real events. Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson reunite for one last case as renowned real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren to take on mysterious entities they must confront. The Conjuring: Last Rites releases September 5, 2025 exclusively in theatres. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie Review (TIFF 50)
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Matt Johnson's NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE at TIFF 50 starring Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol. When Matt presses Jay to partake in their most death-defying publicity stunt yet, it goes spectacularly sideways, and the fallout inspires Jay to strike out on his own. But thanks to Matt’s inadvertent intervention with a short-lived Canadian novelty beverage (remember Orbitz?), the boys find themselves travelling through time where they risk compromising their very own origin story. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It Was Just an Accident Movie Review (TIFF 50)
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Jafar Panahi's IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT at TIFF 50 starring Vahid Mobasseri, Ebrahim Azizi, Madjid Panahi, Maryam Afshari, Hadis Pakbaten, and Mohamad Ali Elyasmehr. Like many of Jafar Panahi’s films, Palme d’Or winner It Was Just An Accident begins in a car. On the way home, a driver hits a dog, killing it and wrecking his engine. Seeking help, he stumbles into a warehouse where a worker believes he’s found the torturer who once ruined his life. Unsure if Eghbal is truly guilty, Vahid rallies other survivors to confront him, forcing the group to face a grave ethical dilemma. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sentimental Value Movie Review (TIFF 50)
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Joachim Trier's SENTIMENTAL VALUE at TIFF 50 starring Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, and Elle Fanning. In the film, sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star. Suddenly, the two sisters must navigate their complicated relationship with their father — and deal with an American star dropped right into the middle of their complex family dynamics. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Season 2 Interview with Joy Sunday and Georgie Farmer (Netflix)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit-down in Toronto with WEDNESDAY stars Joy Sunday (Bianca) and Georgie Farmer (Ajax). In Season 2, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem. Armed with her signature razor-sharp wit and deadpan charm, Wednesday is also plunged into a new bone-chilling supernatural mystery. Wednesday Season 2, Part 1 is now streaming on Netflix, Part 2 arrives September 3. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Long Walk Movie Review
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Francis Lawrence's THE LONG WALK based on based on the 1979 novel by Stephen King (under his pseudonym Richard Bachman). It stars Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Garrett Wareing, Tut Nyuot, Charlie Plummer, Ben Wang, Roman Griffin Davis, Jordan Gonzalez, Josh Hamilton, Judy Greer, and Mark Hamill. In the film, a group of teenage boys compete in an annual contest known as The Long Walk, where they must maintain a certain walking speed or get shot. The Long Walk releases September 12, 2025 exclusively in theatres. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eenie Meanie Interview with Samara Weaving, Karl Glusman, and Director Shawn Simmons
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Samara Weaving, Karl Glusman, and Director Shawn Simmons to discuss their new film EENIE MEANIE. The original film follows a former teenage getaway driver who is dragged back into her unsavory past when a previous employer offers her the chance to save the life of her chronically unreliable ex-boyfriend. Eenie Meanie will premiere August 22, 2025, exclusively on Disney+. (00:00) Intro (03:21) Samara Weaving and Karl Glusman (10:39) Director Shawn Simmons Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Interview with Paul Wesley (The Vampire Diaries, Smallville)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Paul Wesley to discuss taking on the iconic role of Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. He also opens up about his time on The Vampire Diaries and Smallville. Season 3 of the series premiered with two episodes on Thursday, July 17, exclusively on Paramount+, with new episodes dropping weekly on Thursdays. The show has also been renewed for Season 4, currently in production in Toronto. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Interview with Vanessa Kirby and Director Benjamin Caron of Night Always Comes (Netflix)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Academy Award Nominee Vanessa Kirby and Director Benjamin Caron to discuss their new film NIGHT ALWAYS COMES. Based on the best selling novel by Willy Vlautin, Night Always Comes follows Lynette, a woman who risks everything to secure the house that represents a future for her family. On a dangerous odyssey through a single night, Lynette is forced to confront her dark past in order to finally break free. Night Always Comes releases globally Friday August 15 on Netflix. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Platonic Interview with Rose Byrne, Seth Rogen, Francesca Delbanco, and Nicholas Stoller (Apple TV+)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by PLATONIC stars Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen, along with showrunners Francesca Delbanco and Nicholas Stoller to discuss Season 2 of the hit Apple TV+ Original series. Co-created, directed and co-written by Nick Stoller and Francesca Delbanco, Platonic Season 2 picks up with everyone’s favorite pair of best friends as they contend with new midlife hurdles, including work, weddings and partners in crises. The duo tries their best to be each other’s rock — but sometimes rocks break things. The 10-episode sophomore season premiered globally on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 with the first two episodes, followed by one episode weekly until October 1, 2025. (00:00) Intro (04:07) Interview Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alien: Earth Interview with Timothy Olyphant, Babou Ceesay, and Samuel Blenkin (FX)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel is joined by Timothy Olyphant, Babou Ceesay, and Samuel Blenkin to discuss their new FX series ALIEN: EARTH, based on the Alien franchise. It serves as a prequel set two years before the events of the original 1979 film Alien. When the mysterious deep space research vessel USCSS Maginot crash-lands on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat. FX’s Alien: Earth premieres with two episodes on Tuesday, August 12 on Disney+ in Canada at 5pm PT / 8pm ET, and on the FX linear channel at 8pm ET/PT. (00:00) Intro (04:25) Interview Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alien: Earth Series Review (FX)
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review the FX series ALIEN: EARTH, based on the Alien franchise. It serves as a prequel set two years before the events of the original 1979 film Alien. When the mysterious deep space research vessel USCSS Maginot crash-lands on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat. FX’s Alien: Earth premieres with two episodes on Tuesday, August 12 on Disney+ in Canada at 5pm PT / 8pm ET, and on the FX linear channel at 8pm ET/PT. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LIVE from FX's Alien: Earth SDCC Podcast Studio!
We took over FX’s Alien: Earth Podcast Studio at SDCC… and chaos hatched instantly. Catch the full video on YouTube because let’s be real, this episode is best experienced with your eyeballs. Catch the full video on YouTube because let’s be real, this episode is best experienced with your eyeballs. FX’s "Alien: Earth” premieres with two episodes on Tuesday, August 12 at 8pm ET on FX and on Disney+ in Canada. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Interview with Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Steve Buscemi, Luis Guzmán, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, and Fred Armisen (Netflix)
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz head to London, England to sit-down with the cast of Netflix's Wednesday including Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Steve Buscemi, Luis Guzmán, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, and Fred Armisen. Wednesday Addams returns to prowl the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await. This season, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem. Armed with her signature razor-sharp wit and deadpan charm, Wednesday is also plunged into a new bone-chilling supernatural mystery. Creator/showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar return for the spine-tingling second season of WEDNESDAY, alongside executive producer and director Tim Burton. Wednesday Season 2 premieres globally on Netflix Wednesday August 6. (00:00) Intro (10:21) Interviews Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Donkey Kong Bananza Review (Nintendo Switch 2)
Daniel and Shahbaz review DONKEY KONG BANANZA for Nintendo Switch 2 from Directors Wataru Tanaka and Kazuya Takahashi. Get ready to go bananas with Donkey Kong Bananza! Join DK and Pauline as they smash their way into a mysterious underground world full of secrets, surprises, and raw power. The deeper you go, the wilder the adventure becomes in this groundbreaking new take on exploration and platforming. The game is developed by Nintendo EPD. Game code provided by Nintendo. Donkey Kong Bananza is out now for Nintendo Switch 2. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Twisted Metal Interview with Stephanie Beatriz
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Stephanie Beatriz to discuss Season 2 of TWISTED METAL! Following the revelations in the season one finale, John and Quiet find themselves entering the deadly Twisted Metal tournament, a sinister demolition derby hosted by a mysterious man known as Calypso. As they try to survive an onslaught of dangerous new foes and familiar faces alike, including the murderous clown Sweet Tooth, things get complicated for John when he reunites with his long-lost sister, the vigilante Dollface. The first 3 episodes of Twisted Metal are out now on Paramount+ with new episodes weekly. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Fantastic Four: First Steps Interview with Director Matt Shakman, Julia Garner, and Ralph Ineson
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Director Matt Shakman, along with stars Julia Garner (Silver Surfer) and Ralph Ineson (Galactus) to discuss all things The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, the film introduces Marvel’s First Family as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps releases July 25, 2025 exclusively in theatres and IMAX. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Fantastic Four: First Steps Review (Marvel Studios)
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Matt Shakman's THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, the film introduces Marvel’s First Family as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps releases July 25, 2025 exclusively in theatres and IMAX. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/moviepod Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Contact: [email protected] FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices