The Playlist Podcast Network

Sure, we’re already in February, but there’s still 11 whole months left of 2024, and that’s a crap ton of content coming to TV screens still to come. So, join us in Part 2 of our two-part discussion on The Playlist Podcast, where we talk about some of our most anticipated projects that are coming to your screen of choice this year.

Sure, we’re already in February, but there’s still 11 whole months left of 2024, and that’s a crap ton of content coming to cinemas still to come. So, join us in Part 1 of a two-part discussion on The Playlist podcast, where we talk about some of our most anticipated projects that are coming to theaters and your screen of choice this year.

Matthew Vaughn is no stranger to spy films, having previously directed three ‘Kingsman’ movies. But even after a decade of working on those movies, he can’t seem to let the genre go, as his latest film, “Argylle,” is yet another fun romp in the world of superspies. And in this episode of The Playlist Podcast, Vaughn talks about his love of spies and why he’s not only sticking around to continue to...

Not many actors-turned-filmmakers will swing for the fences in such a big way with their directorial debuts as Daniel Kaluuya has done with “The Kitchen.” Instead of making some small indie drama, Kaluuya, alongside co-director Kibwe Tavares, decided to go with a full dystopian sci-fi drama. But you better believe this is a film filled with a ton of heart at its core. And in this episode of The Pl...

In this episode of the Deep Focus podcast, Playlist Editor-in-Chief Rodrigo Perez talks to Mexican filmmaker Issa López, the writer and director of 'True Detective: Night Country,' the 4th season of HBO's acclaimed blockbuster crime series. López is the filmmaker behind the acclaimed horror 'Tigers Are Not Afraid,' and she certainly imbues this new 'Night Country' seaso...

In today’s episode of  Bingeworthy , our TV and streaming podcast, host Mike DeAngelo falls for Netflix ’s final Mike Flanagan ( “The Haunting of Hill House,” “Doctor Sleep”) collaboration, “ The Fall of the House of Usher .” The series follows two wealthy and powerful Pharmaceutical magnates whose family dynasty begins to wash away as their heirs start to meet horrifying ends. The series can be s...

A lot of people only think of Jake Johnson as the comedic actor who has shown up in a number of big projects over the years. But before all of that, he got his start as a writer in New York City. It’s just his time as a writer got overshadowed by his growing acting career. But for “ Self Reliance ,” his new Hulu film arriving this week, Johnson is not only returning to writing, but he also directe...

In this week’s episode of  The Discourse , host Mike DeAngelo gets in the driver’s seat to discuss “ Ferrari ” with director  Michael Mann  ( “Heat,” “Collateral,” “Ali” ). The film is based on the real-life of Enzo Ferrari , founder of Ferrari - the Italian luxury sports car manufacturer, who is played by Adam Driver . It focuses on a very specific point in Enzo’s life in 1957 when the bankruptcy...

In today’s episode of  Bingeworthy , our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo dives back into the mystery of  Apple TV+’s  latest mystery series, “ Monarch: Legacy of Monsters .” The show follows multiple characters in different eras on a twist-filled journey to uncover the mysteries of the organization at the center of the Godzilla MonsterVerse films. The show stars  Kurt Russell, Wyatt Ru...

In today’s episode of  Bingeworthy , our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo attempts to find out whodunit in Hulu ’s new series, “ A Murder at the End of the World .” The series follows a young amateur sleuth ( Emma Corrin ) who is unexpectedly brought to Iceland and finds herself at the center of a dark, tense, winding murder mystery. The show also stars Clive Owen , Brit Marling , Harri...

Steve-O is getting older. However, he’s never been happier or healthier. And in his new comedy special, “Steve-O’s Bucket List,” viewers get to see all sides of the comedian. ‘Bucket List’ is a comedy experience like no other, as Steve-O tells his own personal love story with a series of insane stunts serving as a backdrop. And in this episode of The Playlist Podcast, the “Jackass” star talks abou...

In today’s episode of  Bingeworthy , our TV and streaming podcast, host Mike DeAngelo uncovers the mystery of Apple TV+’s  latest mystery series, “ Monarch: Legacy of Monsters .” The show follows multiple characters in different eras on a twist-filled journey to uncover the mysteries of the organization at the center of the Godzilla MonsterVerse films. The show stars Kurt Russell, Wyatt Russell, M...

To say that this year has been rough for Marvel Studios is a bit of an understatement. The studio that was once thought to be invincible has shown that it has weaknesses and audiences are starting to take note. Look at the two most recent releases, “ The Marvels ” and “ Loki ” Season 2, for example. The former is the lowest grossing opening weekend in the history of the studio, and the latter seem...

In this week’s episode of  The Discourse , host Mike DeAngelo reloads to discuss “ John Wick: Chapter 4 ” with director  Chad Stahelski (“ John Wick ” 1-4). The fourth installment of the beloved action franchise follows Mr. Wick ( Keanu Reeves ), recovered from the final events of Chapter 3, and back in the crosshairs of The High Table, who turns old allies into ruthless enemies. The film also sta...

In this week’s episode of The Discourse, your host, Mike D’Angelo and Playlist Editor-in-Chief jump on the mic to talk with J oanna Robinson , one of the writers on the new book “ MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios ” co-written by Dave Gonzales and, Gavin Edwards. Given everything that’s happened/happening to Marvel this year, this all and this weekend—the flop of “The Marvels,” the Studios lowest-g...

In this week’s episode of  Bingeworthy , our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo saddles up to discuss  Paramount+’s  latest  Taylor Sheridan-produced series, “ Lawmen: Bass Reeves .” The show follows Bass Reeves ( David Oyelowo ) on his journey from Civil War-era slave and forced Confederate soldier to the first Black U.S. Marshal in history and one of the greatest frontier heroes of all...

Even though it didn’t make a billion dollars or score any awards, there’s no denying Damien Leone’s “ Terrifier 2 ” was one of the most successful horror films of 2022. And for this special Halloween episode of The Playlist Podcast , I’m sharing a recent interview I conducted with Leone, the writer-director of one of the most successful horror films of the last year, “Terrifier 2.” Why am I interv...

Horror has always been a great testing platform to new, interesting genre mashups. That’s showcased, to great effect, in the new film, “ Suitable Flesh ,” from filmmaker Joe Lynch . And in this episode of The Playlist Podcast , I speak with Lynch about his new film that mixes gruesome Lovecraftian horror with a good ol’ ‘80s/‘90s erotic thriller. 

In this week’s episode of  The Discourse , host Mike DeAngelo pops in a tape to discuss “ V/H/S/85 ” with director  Scott Derrickson (“ Doctor Strange ,” “ Sinister ,” “ The Black Phone ”) . The sixth installment of the beloved horror anthology series follows five sinister found footage tales that delve into the grim underbelly of 1980s America. The film stars James Ransone , Freddie Rodriguez , J...

In this episode of Deep Focus, your host Rodrigo Perez sits down to chat with Grant Singer , the director of the crime thriller/drama, " Reptile ." Yes, it’s a crime film, superficially—a hardened detective investigates a mysterious murder— and resembles, in some respects, the grim mood of a serial killer procedural in the vein of, say,  David Fincher.  But it’s also a character-driven d...

Brian Duffield has only directed two films, so far, but he’s already starting to carve out a specific niche. He’s a filmmaker who loves to take these character-driven, emotional stories and put them against the backdrop of genre. This is seen with the love story at the center of “ Spontaneous ,” a film were teens are literally exploding or in his new film, “ No One Will Save You ,” which is truly...

In this week’s episode of  The Discourse , host Mike DeAngelo brings back directors  Adil El Arbi & Bilall Fallah to discuss their new film “ Rebel .” The dramatic musical thriller follows a Muslim Belgian family as they are slowly ripped apart by Islamic extremists through various devious radicalization techniques. The film stars Aboubakr Bensaihi , Lubna Azabal , Tara Abboud , Amir El Arbi ,...

It’s not very often we get a teen comedy that feels fresh and new. Thankfully, this week has the release of “ Bottoms ,” a teen comedy that subverts expectations and flips the script on a genre that can often feel stale. You can thank filmmaker Emma Seligman for that. And in this episode of The Playlist Podcast, Seligman joins us to discuss their newest film, “Bottoms,” and what makes it feel so d...

In today’s episode of  The Discourse , host Mike DeAngelo is resurrected by director  Laura Moss to discuss the film " Birth/Rebirth ." The thriller follows a pathologist ( Marin Ireland ) who is attempting to cure death and receives a chance to test her experiment on a human being, forcing multiple lives down an increasingly dark path. The movie also stars Judy Reyes , Breeda Wool, A.J....

**NOTE: THIS INTERVIEW WAS RECORDED PRIOR TO THE WGA AND SAG-AFTRA STRIKE** In today’s episode of  The Discourse , host Mike DeAngelo talks sibling hood with actors,  Michael Cera  (“ Superbad ,” “ Barbie ”)   &  Sophia   Lillis  (“ IT ,” “ Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves ”). The duo is promoting their latest film, “ The Adults ,” which follows three siblings coming together after...