3 Guys and a Flick - Movie Reviews

The name’s Bond… James Bond. This week, 3 Guys and a Flick takes aim at Tomorrow Never Dies, the explosive Pierce Brosnan adventure that pits 007 against a power-hungry media mogul determined to start World War III—for ratings. Join Don and Professor Ken (while Jon is mysteriously MIA) as they break down outrageous action sequences, behind-the-scenes stories, unforgettable gadgets, Michelle Yeoh’s...

How far would you go to survive? This week on 3 Guys and a Flick, we’re taking on one of Stephen King’s most haunting stories as we review The Long Walk, the long-awaited film adaptation directed by Francis Lawrence. We break down the unforgettable performances from Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, and Mark Hamill, explore the film’s grim dystopian world, and dig into the powerful themes of war, sac...

This week, 3 Guys and a Flick pulls up a chair, breaks out the duct tape, and dives into the 1997 crime thriller Suicide Kings. Four rich young guys think kidnapping a retired mob boss is the smart way to save a missing sister and collect a ransom. Unfortunately for them, Christopher Walken is not the kind of guy you tie to a chair and walk away from clean. Don, Jon, and Ken break down this 90s co...

Pack your raincoat, surrender your sidearm, and whatever you do… don’t go to the lighthouse. This week, 3 Guys and a Flick travel into Martin Scorsese’s psychological thriller Shutter Island, where nothing is what it seems, everyone is hiding something, and Leonardo DiCaprio may or may not be the only sane person on the island. Don, Ken, and Jon break down the film’s twisted plot, debate Leo’s per...

This week, 3 Guys in a Flick are reporting for duty with Goldfinger, the 1964 Bond classic where Sean Connery fully locks into 007 mode and the franchise formula turns to solid gold. From Shirley Bassey’s unforgettable theme song to the Aston Martin DB5, Oddjob’s deadly hat, Goldfinger’s over-the-top villainy, and the legendary Fort Knox finale, the guys break down why this film became the bluepri...

n this week’s episode, we’re reviewing Bad Words, the 2014 dark comedy where Jason Bateman plays Guy Trilby — a bitter, foul-mouthed adult man who finds a loophole in the rules and crashes a national spelling bee like the world’s angriest eighth grader. Why? Revenge, abandonment issues, and apparently a deep need to emotionally scar children one word at a time. We dig into Bateman’s directorial de...

This week we’re grabbing our crowns, polishing our tap shoes, and heading to Mount Rose, Minnesota, for a review of Drop Dead Gorgeous, the 1999 dark comedy mockumentary where a teen beauty pageant turns into sabotage, scandal, suspicious accidents, and small-town chaos. Don, Jon, and Ken talk about the film’s stacked cast, including Kirsten Dunst, Kirstie Alley, Allison Janney, Ellen Barkin, Deni...

You remind me of the babe! This week on 3 Guys and a Flick, we enter Jim Henson’s strange, musical, puppet-filled fantasy world as we review the 1986 cult classic Labyrinth. This episode takes us through Sarah’s journey to rescue baby Toby from David Bowie’s mesmerizing Goblin King, Jareth. Along the way, we talk Bowie’s unforgettable presence, Jennifer Connelly’s early performance, Henson’s ambit...

This week on 3 Guys and a Flick, we take a first-class trip straight into the heart of 1992’s Scent of a Woman. We break down Al Pacino’s Academy Award-winning performance as the loud, crude, whiskey-soaked Colonel Frank Slade, alongside Chris O'Donnell’s standout turn as Charlie Sims, the kid caught between honor and opportunity. We dig into Martin Brest’s direction, the unforgettable score from...

The name’s Bond… James Bond. And this week, we’re going back to where it all began. From the smoky card table introduction to the birth of the 007 legacy, 3 Guys and a Flick cracks open Dr. No—the film that didn’t just introduce a spy… it created a global icon. We dive into Sean Connery’s legendary debut, the moment that defined cool for generations, and yes…Ursula Andress emerging from the ocean...

In this episode Don, John, and guest Elyse descend into the twisted reality of Wes Craven’s New Nightmare—where the line between movie and nightmare disappears completely. What happens when Freddy isn’t just a character… but something far more ancient, far more real? The crew unpacks the film’s chilling meta concept, Heather Langenkamp playing herself, and Freddy’s darker, more sinister evolution....

This week we’re swarming into 2007’s Bee Movie—and trust us, things get weird in the hive. Join Don, Ken and Jon as they buzz through Jerry Seinfeld’s passion project, breaking down the stacked voice cast, surprisingly detailed animation, and a plot that somehow goes from honey production… to courtroom drama… to saving a crashing airplane. Yeah. It’s a lot. The guys debate whether this cult-favori...

Clear the podium and buckle up—this week we’re going full diplomatic disaster mode. In this episode, we review Heads of State, the action-comedy that crash-lands straight onto Prime Video with a bang. Join us as we debate the BIG questions: Should this have been a summer blockbuster or was streaming the right call? Can John Cena and Idris Elba actually pull off Commander-in-Chief meets action hero...

Get ready to kick it old school as 3 Guys and a Flick dive headfirst into the cult classic The Monster Squad! Join us as we revisit this ‘80s gem packed with iconic monsters, unforgettable one-liners, and pure nostalgic chaos. From Stan Winston’s legendary creature designs to the sharp (and sometimes messy) screenplay by Shane Black and Fred Dekker, the Guys break down what worked, what didn’t, an...

ACCESS GRANTED…Boot up, jack in, and brace for a high-stakes cyber heist as 3 Guys and a Flick cracks open the 1992 techno-thriller Sneakers. This week, we’re diving deep into a world where secrets are currency, trust is a vulnerability, and information is the ultimate weapon. From legendary hackers to shadowy government ops, we break down the film’s all-star crew, its eerily accurate predictions...

"Hey You Guys!" This week, we never say die as we review cult classic The Goonies (1985)—breaking down Richard Donner’s adventurous direction, Steven Spielberg’s fingerprints all over the story, and a legendary cast led by Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Corey Feldman, Ke Huy Quan, and Jeff Cohen. From the Truffle Shuffle to One-Eyed Willy’s pirate ship, we revisit the most iconic moments, uncover behind...

Saddle up, partners—this week 3 Guys and a Flick rides into the wild, weird frontier of the 1979 buddy-western The Frisco Kid! 🤠 We’re breaking down the unlikely duo of Gene Wilder and Harrison Ford—one a wide-eyed rabbi, the other a bank-robbing cowboy—with a deep dive into their chemistry, the film’s tonal tightrope, and whether this thing is a heartfelt classic… or a wagon with a loose wheel....

Up, up, and away! This week the hosts suit up and take flight with Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel — the bold reboot that reintroduced Superman to a new generation. Join Don, Jon, and Ken as they break down the film’s powerhouse performances from Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, and the intense Michael Shannon as General Zod. The guys also dive into Hans Zimmer’s thunderous score, Snyder’s striking visual styl...

This week we pull the string on one of the most groundbreaking movies of all time — Toy Story. The 3 Guys dive into Pixar’s revolutionary debut as the first feature-length computer-animated film, exploring how it changed animation forever. From Woody vs. Buzz and their unforgettable rivalry-turned-friendship to the nightmare fuel of Sid’s mutant toys, the guys break down the heart, humor, and stor...

This week we are going Back to School—and we’re doing a Triple Lindy straight into 1986 with Rodney at full Dangerfield. We break down Rodney’s one-liners, the Triple Lindy legend, campus chaos, that unforgettable oral exam, and a young Robert Downey Jr. just vibing through it all. We talk Danny Elfman’s music, Sam Kinison stealing oxygen, box office wins and whether this comedy classic still earn...

This week, the 3 Guys are heading to Grady, South Carolina to review the 1991 rom-com Doc Hollywood starring the endlessly charming Michael J. Fox. When a fast-lane young doctor totals his Porsche in a tiny Southern town, he’s sentenced to community service… but what starts as a pit stop turns into a full-on life detour. Small town. Big personalities. Questionable medical ethics. And yes — a certa...

Love is in the air… and so is murder. 💘🔪 This week on 3 Guys and a Flick, we’re celebrating Valentine’s Day the only way we know how—by diving into the blood-soaked rom-com slasher Heart Eyes. Set in Seattle, this masked maniac isn’t just breaking hearts… he’s breaking couples. Can sparks and screams actually coexist? We break down the chemistry between Allie and Jay, the over-the-top kills, the...

This week, Don and Jon strap on the 3D glasses (yes, those glasses) and descend into the neon-lit, cartoonish chaos of Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare. Was this supposed to be the final nail in the Elm Street coffin… or just a studio-approved cash grab wearing Freddy’s glove? We slice into the film’s troubled production, Rachel Talalay’s wild swing at the franchise and Robert Englund’s fully Lo...

Right hand of Doom, crooked destiny and enough practical monsters to make CGI cry. This week on 3 Guys and a Flick, we kick open the door to Hellboy (2004) with full snark, zero mercy and a big red attitude. We break down Ron Perlman’s iconic scowl, Selma Blair’s tragic glow, del Toro’s love letter to comic-book weirdness, gnarly creature effects, villian letdowns, deep-cut trivia and a spoiler-so...

All hands on deck! This week on 3 Guys and a Flick, we’re diving headfirst into Greyhound, the white-knuckle WWII thriller starring Tom Hanks as Commander Krause. We break down relentless pacing, booming sound design, and nail-biting U-boat cat-and-mouse as Krause leads a convoy of ships through a deadly North Atlantic wolfpack. Is the leadership portrayal rock-solid? Does the realism hold up? And...