Shelf Warmers

Things get hot, and Andrew takes off his clothes. - We all know an old man, and we all know someone with a gun. But did you know that when you put them together, you get this week's movie starring Robert Redford, Sissy Spacek, and Casey Affleck? That's right, this week Andrew and Sam try to keep up with the mysterious gentlemanly 70-year-old bank robber with a past of 16 prison escapes. Wi...

We only do movies about darkness and monsters now! - Welcome back! This week, Andrew and Sam find themselves in ancient Egypt, where Sofia Boutella plays the (not really) scary Mummy. The only thing that will save the boys from the Mummys' evil wrath is none other than Tom Cruise. With his military background and sense of adventure, there is nothing this character can't take on. Will Tom C...

900 million dollar flop - It’s a clash of titans on this weeks episode as Andrew and Sam witness the epic battle between Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill. Confused by many of the decisions made in this film the boys must decide if this movie is worth saving from Doomsdays rampage, or if it should stay on the shelf to be blown to a million pieces. - Edited by: Sam Fenkel Instagram: @shelfwarmers.podcas...

Andrew’s in love with Simon Pegg - All good things must unfortunately come to an end, come and join us on this final episode of Space Warmers! This week Andrew and Sam are beamed up to the U.S.S. Enterprise where they fight along side a star studded cast staring Chris Pine as captain Kirk and Zachary Quinto as the legendary Spock. Will this film be discovered in the far reaches of space and watche...

Can you believe we went to the moon!?! - Welcome back to another week of Space Warmers! This week Andrew and Sam are joined by Ryan Gosling, taking on the role of Neil Armstrong, and giving perhaps his most subtle performance. Will we make it to the moon to take this film off the shelf or will we fail on launch, seeing this film lost to the stars? - Edited by: Sam Fenkel Instagram: @shelfwarmers.p...

#GillisorWillis - Come and join Andrew and Sam as they traverse the perilous streets of the City of a Thousand Planets in search of the perfect slate. Joined by Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne this film makes sure to put the maximum amount of graphics on the screen at any given time. Will Andrew and Sam be able to save this film from a life on the shelf, or will they let it drift away in space, ne...

In space, no one can hear you pod. - Welcome to the first episode of our new series, Space Warmers! This week, Andrew and Sam find themselves coming to you live from the passenger's spaceship, where they are joined by Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence as the loneliest people in the galaxy. Will the boys decide to wake this film up, or will they let it rest in cryosleep on the shelf for the nex...

If this video gets 1 million likes, Sam will do a triple 9. - As we wrap up Flashback February, it seems only fitting that we take a look at one of the best casts Shelf Warmers has seen so far. This week, Andrew and Sam are in Atlanta, where they are joined by Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, and many more stars of the 2016 era. Will the boys be able to plot a heist and escape with...

More like, how to be absurd! - XLR cables have been fixed, and we are back with another Flashback February episode! This week, Andrew and Sam are welcomed back to the Big Apple as they follow Dakota Johnson, Alison Brie, Leslie Mann, and Rebel Wilson. They will maybe laugh, they will maybe cry, but one thing that you can be sure of is that they are going to find out what a German director thinks i...

Technical difficulties! - That's right, viewers, the pod has gone remote! Come and join Andrew and Sam as they attempt to surmount this new digital frontier they find themselves in, and who better to keep them company than Hugh Jackman and Taron Egerton? With the winter Olympics going on, we thought it would be a great time to bring you the story of one of Britain's most iconic ski jumpers...

We promise we aren't communists! - This week, Andrew and Sam fight hard to make sure that you know that this film is indeed a shelf warmer. In a film with too many stars to name, Josh Brolin as a Hollywood fixer and George Clooney as an old Hollywood superstar spring to the forefront. That's not to say that Channing Tatum's performance as a gay, communist, dancing, Hollywood star goes unnoticed. C...

The yellow brick road just leads to arguments about Wicked - This week on Shelf Warmers, Andrew and Sam are sucked into the Land of Oz, but things are a little different this time around. In a movie full of miscast characters, the boys will meet such stars as James Franco and Mila Kunis, waiting to show them a just okay and confusing time. Will the wizard see it fit to save this film from its fate...

Stevo-19 and Reshoots - What would you do if the weather were controlled by giant space lasers? On this week's episode, Andrew and Sam uncover a conspiracy at the highest level of government. When the Secretary of State plans to assassinate the president and his cabinet using the giant weather lasers, there is only one man for the job. Gerard Butler. Armed with his brain and a couple of right...

Is Natalie Portman a movie star? - Things get heated this week as Andrew and Sam find themselves recording this episode in the alien space known as the Shimmer. As the Shimmer begins to mutate our hosts, tensions rise, accusations are made, and Natalie Portman's stardom is put into question. This week also features a special guest who just might be the cause of this mind-altering space. Will A...

Kind of like JFK, but not really - This week, Andrew and Sam pay tribute to beloved director Rob Reiner as they plunge into the political depths of the White House. Starring Woody Harrelson as Lyndon B. Johnson, one of America's most politically tragic presidents. Will the American people see this film as fit for office, or will it be voted out, destined to remain just another film on the shelf? -...

The Year of Shelf Warmers - Happy New Year from Shelf Warmers! As we welcome in 2026, Andrew and Sam find themselves being welcomed to the odd town of Marwen. In yet another odd role, Steve Carell plays a man who is struggling to deal with the trauma of his past. Could there be a better way to start the new year? We at Shelf Warmers don't think so, and we can't wait to bring you a brand ne...

A not-so-Christmas Christmas movie - Merry Christmas from Shelf Warmers! Enjoy this special holiday episode featuring two special guests. Listen in to find out who they are! - Edited by: Sam Fenkel Instagram: @shelfwarmers.podcast YouTube: @ShelfWarmers Next Week’s Episode: Black Christmas

Sam's Santa with a Knife - If you think you know the origin of Santa, think again. On this week's episode, Andrew and Sam discover that Santa's origins can actually be traced to the creation of the postal system. There would be no Santa without your local post office! Starring the voices of Jason Schwartzman and J.K. Simmons, this beautifully animated film will get you feeling in the C...

A Visit From Shelf Warmers - It was 12 nights before Christmas, and all was quiet on the shelf not a movie went unwatched, not even Krampus; the movies were picked with care, in hopes they would find a hidden gem; Andrew and Sam watched, snuggled in their beds; While visions of podcasts raced through their heads; So come join us this week for a delightful surprise; as Seth Rogan, JGL, and Anthony...

Krampus(sy) - Have you been good this year? A question to ask as we head into our first episode of Elf Warmers. All month, we will be covering festive films that have maybe been on the shelf far too long. This week, Andrew and Sam must face the creature known as Krampus as it threatens the Engel Family on Christmas Eve. Featuring Adam Scott, Toni Collette, and Emjay Anthony, will this Christmas ho...

Big companies never lie… - Tensions are high as Sam and Andrew are taken hostage on this week’s episode. While unfortunate, it’s fitting that George Clooney, the star of this weeks movie, finds himself in a similar situation. Accompanied by Julia Roberts as his director, Clooney must find a way to survive being held hostage live on TV. Will the boys find a way to talk this film down from the edge...

The stinkiest person you have ever known! - On this week's episode, Andrew and Sam explore the world of wrestling. Starring Mark Ruffalo, Channing Tatum, and Steve Carell, this movie gets dark and upsetting very quickly. Based on the true story of John du Pont and his wrestling team, this one had the boys feeling uncomfortable from start to finish. Will Shelf Warmers be able to snatch victory...

No More Murder! - On this week's episode of Shelfwarmers, Sam and Andrew cover Akiva Schaffer's 2012 comedy, The Watch. The Boys discuss Ben Stiller, The Lonely Island, mourn the studio comedy and get a surprise visit from The Podcast Watch! - Episode Edited by: Sam Fenkel Next Week's Episode: Foxcatcher (2014)

Is AI the future? Or is it all just CHAPPiE? On this week's Shelf Warmers Sam and Andrew take Neil Blompkamp's critically maligned film, CHAPPiE... and Andrew has a psychotic break. Listen to hear Andrew's heart explode as well as an extended riff on Ras As Ghul! Episode Edited By: Sam Fenkel Next Week's Episode: The Watch (2012)

Crim or Peak? - Happy Halloween! This unfortunately brings an end to our month of spooky season films, but what better way to end things off than by watching a film by legendary director Guillermo del Toro? Come and join the boys as they talk about one of our best movies yet, starring Mia Wasikowska, Jessica Chastain, Tom Hiddleston, and Charlie Hunnam. Will Shelf warmers be able to save this film...