In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Paul celebrate Halloween the only way they know how — by talking movies. The crew runs through this year’s crop of horror and thrillers, from the surprisingly solid to the absolutely unwatchable. Plus: House of Dynamite goes out with more of a fizzle than a bang.
They break down which films nailed the Halloween mood, which ones completely missed, and the strange trend of “pretty but pointless” horror that keeps popping up this year.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(02:52) – House of Dynamite review: when style can’t save the story
(12:17) – Bring Her Back review: the year’s best slow-burn surprise?
(28:13) – Heart Eyes review: horror meets heartbreak
(38:39) – Cloud review: creepy concept, shaky execution
(53:53) – The Damned review: atmosphere done right
In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, Paul, and Scott break down the Task finale and full series wrap — digging into how HBO’s latest crime thriller stuck the landing with one of the most satisfying conclusions of the year. The crew debates the show’s emotional payoffs, character arcs, and whether it deserves a second season or should remain a one-and-done classic.
They also spotlight a few hidden gems and new releases worth watching — including Ethan Hawke’s darkly funny The Lowdown on Hulu and Tim Robinson’s bizarre new comedy The Chair Company on HBO. Along the way, they detour into John Candy’s new documentary, Cool Runnings nostalgia, and why James Gunn’s Peacemaker proves John Cena can actually act.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) – Fall Preview leaderboard update
(04:26) – John Candy documentary & favorite comedies
(11:29) – Scott goes to the movies
(18:49) – The Lowdown review: Ethan Hawke’s best role in years?
(23:10) – Black Phone 2 review
(25:56) – Why Peacemaker shines
(29:41) – The Chair Company first impressions
(35:49) – Task finale deep dive & full series discussion
(59:42) – What’s next + Halloween preview tease
Pedro and Paul dig into Netflix’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story—how it stacks up against past entries, why it’s blowing up, and the ethical line Netflix keeps walking. Paul weighs in on The Smashing Machine and whether Dwayne Johnson finds a real dramatic gear. Then the crew breaks down HBO’s new crime thriller Task: the world-building, the cast, and whether it’s worth a weekly watch.
🎧 Episode Breakdown:
(1:02) – The Smashing Machine — Dwayne Johnson’s performance and A24’s big swing
(11:18) – Monster: The Ed Gein Story review — true-crime fatigue or Netflix’s best installment yet?
(24:52) – HBO’s Task — world-building, cast, and early reactions
The Reel Rundown crew is officially in fall mode! 🍂 Instead of a straight preview, we’re running our first-ever Fall Preview Draft — each of us building a lineup of 3 upcoming shows or movies we think will dominate Rotten Tomatoes. From Wicked: For Good to The Smashing Machine, Pluribus, and beyond, it’s snake draft style, bragging rights on the line, and plenty of laughs along the way.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) – Welcome to fall + setting up the draft
(05:06) – Round 1 picks: blockbusters, buzzy dramas, and a few surprises
(16:49) – Round 2 picks: horror season heats up
(30:43) – Round 3 picks: sleeper hits and risky bets
(46:27) – Recap + whose lineup looks strongest
We dive into FX’s Alien: Earth — from Wendy’s powers to Boy Cavalier’s villainy, the surprise new aliens, and whether the finale stuck the landing. Did FX deliver a worthy Alien entry or just another sci-fi misfire?
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:34) - First impressions: Alien fandom, Romulus vs Covenant, and how Alien: Earth started strong
(07:53) - Wendy’s powers, Xenomorph mind-control, and the facility’s shaky security logic
(15:42) - The kids, their graves, and whether child bodies worked or derailed the tone
(17:58) - New aliens — the eyeball creature, flies, and plant monster vs classic Xenomorph terror
(24:08 The big complaints - security?
(28:06) - Boy Cavalier, Morrow, Kersh, and where the finale leaves Season 2
In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive into Apple TV+’s Chief of War — Jason Momoa’s brutal new epic that might be the best drama of the year. From its Shogun-level scope to its blood-soaked battles, the guys debate whether Momoa has finally found his masterpiece. Plus: early thoughts on Peacemaker Season 2, Netflix’s surprise hit K-Pop Demon Hunters, and why Twisted Metal is still the dumb-fun summer watch.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(05:12) – First impressions: Jurassic Park Rebirth and franchise fatigue
(14:25) – Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters is everywhere (and weirdly rewatchable)
(19:12) – Peacemaker Season 2 premiere & the shifting DC universe
(22:34) – Streaming strategy talk: why shows take years to return
(27:48) – Main Review: Chief of War — Apple’s sleeper epic (Shogun in Hawaii?)
(52:00) – Final takes: Smoke, Twisted Metal, and summer TV wrap-up
Smoke’s finale proves everyone’s a villain — plus our first take on Alien: Earth.
In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Scott break down Apple TV’s Smoke finale — from shocking deaths and betrayals to why every character might be the real villain. Then, they dive into Hulu’s Alien: Earth, debating Ridley Scott’s big-budget gamble, its ties to the original Alien films, and whether the series can avoid turning into just another superhero show.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) - Believing in aliens, UFOs, and Jersey’s wild reputation(07:03) - First reactions to Alien: Earth: Ridley Scott’s $250M gamble(16:12) - The hybrids, Peter Pan references, and worries about a “superhero shift”(31:04) - Smoke finale deep dive: shocking deaths, betrayals, and twisted characters(40:16) - Season 2 theories: trials, cover-ups, and a new arsonist in play
In this episode, Bruno, Scott, Paul, and Pedro break down Netflix’s Stolen: Heist of the Century, the gripping true crime documentary about the $100 million Antwerp diamond robbery. They dive into the unbelievable security breach, debate whether mastermind Leonardo Notarbartolo is telling the truth, and unpack the investigation’s twists — from high-tech break-in tools to sloppy mistakes that led to arrests. Along the way, they share what else they’ve been watching, from Dexter: Resurrection to Alien: Romulus, and react to breaking news in sports streaming and media deals.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) - Catch-up: summer events, new TV shows, and returning favorites(34:44) - Stolen: Heist of the Century — Netflix’s tense retelling of the Antwerp diamond robbery(50:02) - The investigation, conflicting accounts, and the School of Turin connection(1:00:18) - Sloppy mistakes, missing diamonds, and theories on inside help(1:06:06) - Final verdicts on the documentary and whether Leonardo was the true mastermind
We break down Twisted Metal Season 2’s chaotic return — plus why The Naked Gun might save dumb comedy.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) – Intro: Reality TV discussion
(07:02) – The Fox streaming app & ESPN/NFL deal: Who is this for and is it worth $20/month?
(26:33) – Twisted Metal Season 2: Turbo boosts, Sweet Tooth chaos & low-budget magic
(42:07) – The Naked Gun reboot: Liam Neeson goes full deadpan, and why this might be a comedy revival
From Twisted Metal’s soul-sucking weirdos and PlayStation easter eggs to The Naked Gun’s perfect casting and old-school joke-a-minute delivery, Bruno, Paul, and Scott break down two surprise hits and what they mean for the state of genre TV and big-screen laughs.
Bruno, Scott, Pedro, and Paul are back with a full panel to break down Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2 — from nostalgia overload to Sandler's surprise direction. They also react to the new Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer and debate whether the franchise has lost its magic. Plus: Vince Gilligan’s upcoming Apple TV+ sci-fi series Pluribus, South Park’s AI-generated Trump episode, and why Fantastic Four might be a box office anomaly.
⏱ Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) – Full crew returns, streaming catch-ups & banter(05:04) – South Park’s AI Trump scene: smart satire or SAG strike bait?(11:56) – Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer review + franchise fatigue debate(19:35) – Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus on Apple TV+: What we know so far(24:36) – Fantastic Four review: MCU confusion, Doom speculation & Galactus praise(36:07) – Eddington review: Ari Aster’s best? Pascal and Phoenix face off(40:50) – 🎯 Happy Gilmore 2 full breakdown: nostalgia, tech villains & cameos galore
In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Scott dive deep into Netflix’s wild docuseries Trainwreck, breaking down the infamous Balloon Boy hoax, the disgusting details of the Poop Cruise, and the bizarre cult energy behind American Apparel and pop stardom.
We also unpack the biggest Marvel news of the week: the MCU is officially ending its current saga and rebooting with a brand-new X-Men universe. Is it enough to save Marvel's cinematic slump?
Plus: hot takes on The Amateur (Hulu’s #1 film?), the end of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and why Imax is having a major moment.
⏱ Episode Breakdown
00:00 – Scott’s flood survival, CVS lifeboats, and Pedro’s ant invasion
07:24 – MCU Update: Marvel’s new X-Men universe and what it means for the Avengers
13:12 – Stephen Colbert’s Late Show gets canceled — conspiracy or cost-cutting?
20:52 – Imax resurgence, Akira re-release & $500 tickets for Nolan’s Odyssey
25:24 – The Amateur review: CIA revenge thriller or unwatchable mess?
44:03 – Quick review: HBO’s Billy Joel: The Bridge to Now
48:40 – Netflix’s Trainwreck docuseries:
1:11:04 – Final rec: Apocalypse in the Tropics, a must-watch Brazil doc
Bruno, Paul, and Pedro are back to break down Superman’s big-screen return—and why James Gunn’s take might finally have cracked the code. They dive into the film’s best moments, unexpected political subtext, and whether Krypto steals the show. Then, the trio dives into Apple TV+’s Smoke, the pulpy fire-investigation thriller that has them debating if “bad” TV can still be good TV. Finally, Bruno makes the case for Netflix’s Argentine sci-fi sleeper The Eternaut, a six-part survival series packed with paranoia, punk spirit, and icy death from above.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(02:34) - The Wire, Final Destination, and 50 Years of Jaws: (19:34) - Superman Review: Political subtext, Krypto moments & why it finally works(42:50) - Smoke on Apple TV+: Pulpy, messy, addictive—or just bad?(57:45) - The Eternaut: Argentina’s post-apocalyptic masterwork and why you should watch it
#Superman #Smoke #TheEternaut #AppleTVPlus #NetflixSeries #ComicBookMovies #FilmPodcast #TVRecap #JamesGunn #Krypto
Scott, Paul, and Pedro break down Apple TV+’s new crime thriller “Smoke,” diving into the real-life inspirations, the show’s true-crime podcast roots, and whether the arson mystery hooks viewers from the jump. Plus: Pedro goes to the cinema, F1 success and Final Destination Bloodlines.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(03:13) F1 Review
(10:11) Pedro Goes to the Movies
(15:55) Final Destination Bloodline Reaction
(23:36) Apple TV+ Smoke Review
#Smoke #AppleTVPlus #TrueCrime #F1 #BradPitt #StreamingWars #PodcastReview #ShowRecap #FinalDestination #Bloodlines
Bruno, Pedro, and Paul go deep on 28 Years Later—Danny Boyle’s unexpected return to the rage virus apocalypse. They explore how the trilogy evolved from 28 Days Later to this latest installment, compare all three films, and debate where the franchise goes next. Plus: camera tricks, infected evolution, parenting themes, and the wild third-act twist that sets up the sequel.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) - Revisiting 28 Days & 28 Weeks Later
(12:42) - Danny Boyle's incredible career
(21:18) - Review: iPhones, gore, and coming-of-age themes
(43:58) - Spoiler talk: zombie mutations, emotional gut-punches & that ending
#28YearsLater #DannyBoyle #ZombieMovies #HorrorPodcast #FilmDiscussion #RageVirus #MovieReview #FilmPodcast
Bruno, Paul, and Scott reunite to dive into the shocking story behind the OceanGate Titan sub disaster—with a side-by-side review of the new documentaries on Netflix and Discovery+. From jaw-dropping engineering decisions to the international investigation that gripped the world, the guys break down what each doc gets right, the most surprising revelations, and whether the films do justice to the victims and the tragedy. Plus: their takes on Netflix’s Department Q, TV shows they’re still hooked on, and thoughts on what makes a great docuseries.
#TitanSubmarine #OceanGate #NetflixDocumentary #DiscoveryPlus #TrueStory #DocumentaryReview #DeepSea #PodcastRecap #FilmPodcast
Bruno and Paul return from hiatus to review Netflix’s Dept. Q—a gritty new detective series drawing comparisons to Sherlock and Broadchurch. They break down the cast, twisty plotlines, and if this Danish-Scottish noir lives up to the hype. Plus: catch-ups on The Last of Us Season 2, The Rehearsal, The Studio, Lilo & Stitch, and what else they’ve been watching this summer.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(00:00) - Back from hiatus & summer TV catch-up
(08:10) - The Studio finale and character shoutouts
(12:47) - The Last of Us S2 complaints and casting debate
(20:57) - Government Cheese and Your Friends and Neighbors
(25:51) - Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme is actually good?!
(30:14) - Lilo & Stitch live-action thoughts and box office buzz
(34:48) - Predator: Killer of Killers and the new animated anthology
(39:34) - Dept. Q review: accents, twists, and Sherlock vibes
(54:26) - Final thoughts: watch or skip?
#DeptQ #NetflixSeries #CrimeThriller #TheLastofUs #LiloAndStitch #PodcastReview #TVRecap #FilmPodcast
Bruno, Scott, and Pedro count down their most anticipated movies of summer 2025—from sequels like Happy Gilmore 2 and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning to indie surprises like Eddington and Materialists. Hot takes, bold predictions, and zero tariffs.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(02:00) - Our summer preview rules & how we made our picks
(08:15) - The Naked Gun reboot: Are we ready for slapstick again?
(14:40) - Happy Gilmore 2 and the Netflix nostalgia machine
(21:00) - Karate Kid: Legends and the canon conundrum
(29:20) - F1: Brad Pitt, fast cars, and Top Gun vibes
(36:45) - Our most hyped picks and surprise indies you shouldn’t miss
#SummerMovies #MoviePreview #MissionImpossible #HappyGilmore2 #FilmPodcast
In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive deep into HBO’s The Last of Us, reacting to the shocking twist in episode two and debating its narrative impact. Paul enthusiastically reviews Sinners, praising its unique musical elements and standout performances from Michael B. Jordan. Pedro and Bruno explore the quirky charm and distinctive style of Apple TV’s Government Cheese, while the team wraps up by dissecting Nathan Fielder’s unusual and thought-provoking new series, The Rehearsal.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(01:00) – Paul reviews the critically acclaimed movie Sinners.
(06:04) – Discussion on Apple TV’s Government Cheese and its quirky, stylistic storytelling.
(25:50) – Deep dive into The Last of Us Episode 2, reactions to the unexpected twist, and its implications for the series.
(36:20) – Analysis of The Rehearsal, Nathan Fielder’s unconventional new show, and whether its unique blend of reality and fiction hits the mark.
#TheLastOfUs #NathanFielder #GovernmentCheese #AppleTV #Podcast #PopCulture
In this episode, Bruno, Scott, and Pedro break down two major TV premieres: HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 and Netflix’s Black Mirror Season 7. From Ellie and Joel’s fractured relationship to a dystopian subscription model that puts a price on life, the crew dives deep into what’s working—and what’s not—in these long-awaited returns.
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(01:41) – The Last of Us: New season, new threats, and a bold time jump. Is Joel now the villain?
(25:06) – Black Mirror: A dead wife brought back through tech, ads in your brain, and subscription plans gone wrong.
(44:10) – Favorite classic Black Mirror episodes and why Season 7 feels different
(48:03) – Quick takes: SNL UK, Catherine O’Hara’s return, and what we’re watching next
#TheLastOfUs #BlackMirror #HBO #Netflix #TVPremieres #Podcast #PopCulture
In this episode, Bruno, Scott, and Pedro dive into Apple TV’s latest offerings, breaking down the Hollywood satire “The Studio,” the gritty crime drama “Dope Thief,” and the wrestling docuseries “Dark Side of the Ring.”
🎙 Episode Breakdown:
(08:08) - MobLand: Tom Hardy’s intense new crime series featuring family drama and mob conflicts.
(16:14) - The Studio: Seth Rogen struggles hilariously to make a Kool-Aid movie in Apple TV’s satirical take on Hollywood.
(27:36) - Dope Thief: Two Philly friends rob drug dealers and get caught between criminals and federal agents—does it deliver?
(46:14) - Dark Side of the Ring: Exploring the shocking stories behind wrestling’s biggest moments, including Mick Foley’s legendary Hell in a Cell match.
#AppleTV #TheStudio #DopeThief #MobLand #DarkSideOfTheRing
