Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson as they sit down with genre icon Michael Bailey Smith (Men in Black II, The Hills Have Eyes, Charmed) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into his extraordinary career. The conversation centers on his unforgettable role as Ben Grimm / The Thing in Roger Corman’s legendary unreleased 1994 Fantastic Four film—a cult classic that never saw the light of day... until now.
Smith shares behind-the-scenes stories from the low-budget production, the infamous “never meant to be released” myth, and how the project shaped his approach to playing larger-than-life characters. From practical effects mishaps to on-set camaraderie with the doomed cast, no stone is left unturned.
Timed perfectly with Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps landing on Disney+, this episode celebrates the First Family’s long-awaited return to the spotlight while honoring the scrappy indie effort that kept the dream alive for three decades.
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Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson as they sit down with genre icon Michael Bailey Smith (Men in Black II, The Hills Have Eyes, Charmed) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into his extraordinary career. The conversation centers on his unforgettable role as Ben Grimm / The Thing in Roger Corman’s legendary unreleased 1994 Fantastic Four film—a cult classic that never saw the light of day... until now.
Smith shares behind-the-scenes stories from the low-budget production, the infamous “never meant to be released” myth, and how the project shaped his approach to playing larger-than-life characters. From practical effects mishaps to on-set camaraderie with the doomed cast, no stone is left unturned.
Timed perfectly with Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps landing on Disney+, this episode celebrates the First Family’s long-awaited return to the spotlight while honoring the scrappy indie effort that kept the dream alive for three decades.
Unpacking Skinbreaker - Robert Kirkman (Invincible) and David Finch (Batman) Discuss the New Comic
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Unpacking Skinbreaker - Robert Kirkman (Invincible) and David Finch (Batman) Discuss the New Comic
This week on The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie sit down with comic book legends Robert Kirkman and David Finch to discuss their highly anticipated Image/Skybound series, Skinbreaker. The duo dives into the brutal, action-packed world of Skinbreaker, an eight-issue epic launching September 24, 2025, that follows Chieftain Enor and his reluctant heir, Anok, as they navigate a collapsing society and a mysterious threat lurking beyond their village. Kirkman and Finch share insights into their eight-year creative journey, the stunning, career-defining artwork, and why this fantasy saga is a must-read for fans of The Walking Dead and Invincible. Plus, Peter and Eddie talk with Kirkman about his experience working with Nicolas Cage on the horror-comedy Renfield, exploring how Kirkman brought his signature storytelling to the wild world of Dracula’s henchman. Tune in for an episode packed with comic book passion, creative revelations, and a touch of Hollywood chaos!
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Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson as they sit down with genre icon Michael Bailey Smith (Men in Black II, The Hills Have Eyes, Charmed) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into his extraordinary career. The conversation centers on his unforgettable role as Ben Grimm / The Thing in Roger Corman’s legendary unreleased 1994 Fantastic Four film—a cult classic that never saw the light of day... until now.
Smith shares behind-the-scenes stories from the low-budget production, the infamous “never meant to be released” myth, and how the project shaped his approach to playing larger-than-life characters. From practical effects mishaps to on-set camaraderie with the doomed cast, no stone is left unturned.
Timed perfectly with Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps landing on Disney+, this episode celebrates the First Family’s long-awaited return to the spotlight while honoring the scrappy indie effort that kept the dream alive for three decades.
