Gonna See My Friends

This week on Gonna See My Friends , we head to Vegas with Ocean's Eleven. We talk about the legendary ensemble cast, Steven Soderbergh’s slick direction, favorite scenes, behind-the-scenes stories, alternate casting choices, and why the movie remains one of the coolest studio films ever made. From the Bellagio fountains to the final heist reveal, we revisit a modern classic that still feels effort...

This week, we revisit Dazed and Confused—a film that captures the feeling of being caught between youth and adulthood with surprising honesty. We discuss the film’s loose, hangout-style structure, its unforgettable characters, and why it resonates even more with time. What seems like a simple night out becomes something much more: a snapshot of a moment you can’t get back.

This week on Gonna See My Friends , we’re heading back to the classroom (kind of) with Summer School —the laid-back 1987 comedy that mixes beach vibes, oddball students, and one very reluctant teacher. What starts as an easy summer gig turns into something unexpectedly fun, with a cast of characters that steal every scene and a story that’s equal parts goofy and heartfelt. We’re talking favorite m...

Join Toby and Stephen as they discuss the 1984 movie, Michael Crichton directed movie, Runaway! Starring Tome Selleck, Cynthia Rhodes, and Gene Simmons.

Join the fellas as they talk about the 1983 John Badham Classic film, WarGames!!

This week on Gonna See My Friends , we go back to where it all began with James Cameron’s The Terminator — a gritty, low-budget sci-fi thriller that feels more like a horror movie than a blockbuster franchise starter. Before Judgment Day, before T2, this was a relentless, neon-soaked nightmare about fate, time travel, and a machine that simply will not stop. Stephen and Toby break down Arnold Schw...

Hack the Planet!!!!! Yes Stephen and I tackle the 1995, Ian Softley film, "Hackers".From it's low budget lighting, to the over the top performances, this cult classic help usher in a new style to hackers in our culture. Jonny Lee Miller and Angelina Jolie in one of their first roles, along with Matthew Lillard and Fisher Stevens and Lorraine Bracco. Come join us as we review and talk about it and...

Join Us and guest David as we discuss the 2005 Judd Apatow classic, The 40 Year-Old Virgin!

This week on Gonna See My Friends , Stephen and Toby dive into the 1996 supernatural horror-comedy The Frighteners , directed by Peter Jackson and starring Michael J. Fox. Joined by special guest Sean Wagner from Montana , the crew discusses Michael J. Fox’s career during the mid-90s, Peter Jackson’s pre– Lord of the Rings filmmaking style, Jeffrey Combs’ unforgettable performance as Agent Milton...

This week on Gonna See My Friends , we revisit the 1983 comedy classic Mr. Mom starring Michael Keaton and Teri Garr. Before becoming Batman and before unleashing chaos in Beetlejuice , Michael Keaton was a rising comedic force in Hollywood, and Mr. Mom was the movie that helped turn him into a leading man. What starts as a simple fish-out-of-water comedy about a laid-off auto engineer becoming a...

This week on Gonna See My Friends , we dive into Walter Hill’s 1982 action-comedy classic 48 Hrs. — the movie that introduced the world to Eddie Murphy and redefined the buddy cop genre alongside Nick Nolte . Is this the blueprint for every mismatched-partner movie that followed? Does it still hit the same way in 2026? And just how electric was Eddie Murphy in his film debut? We break down: The cu...

On this episode of Gonna See My Friends , we take a deep dive into Let Me Come Over by Buffalo Tom —a quietly devastating and often overlooked classic of ’90s alternative rock. We talk about why this album hits harder with age, how it fits into the post- Nevermind landscape without chasing trends, and why songs like “Taillights Fade” and the title track still resonate decades later. It’s a convers...

Is Gremlins a Christmas movie? A horror movie? A prank played on parents in the 1980s? This week on Gonna See My Friends , we dive into Gremlins — the chaotic, darkly funny holiday classic directed by Joe Dante and produced by Steven Spielberg. We break down: The infamous three rules (and why they’re designed to fail) Gizmo: cutest movie liability of all time Kingston Falls as a secretly awful sma...

“You’ll shoot your eye out.” This week on Gonna See My Friends , we’re talking about the ultimate Christmas hangout movie — leg lamps, triple-dog dares, mall Santa trauma, and the Old Man vs. the furnace. Why does this movie still hit every single year? Why does it feel more relatable as an adult? And is the Leg Lamp… actually art? 🎁 Holiday hot takes 🎄 Childhood nostalgia 🔥 Iconic scenes &...

This week on Gonna See My Friends , Stephen and Toby lace up and dive into Mystery, Alaska — the 1999 small-town hockey drama that’s become a cult classic. We explore the film’s origins, its David E. Kelley DNA, the casting choices that brought together Russell Crowe, Burt Reynolds, Hank Azaria, and an incredible roster of character actors, plus all the behind-the-scenes stories from the freezing...

Stephen and Toby take a trip back to 1992 to break down My Cousin Vinny , one of the most beloved legal comedies ever made. We dig into Joe Pesci’s unforgettable performance, Marisa Tomei’s Oscar-winning turn, the film’s surprising legal accuracy, and all the moments that still make this movie an absolute classic. We also share behind-the-scenes facts, favorite scenes, and why this film has stood...

In this episode of Gonna See My Friends , Stephen and Toby are joined by special guest Scott from Whatever This Is Called to break down Walter Hill’s 1979 cult classic The Warriors . We dig into the film’s mythic storytelling, its unforgettable New York City atmosphere, the gangs, the soundtrack, and the iconic moments that turned it into a generation-defining cult film. From Cyrus’ legendary rall...

This week, Stephen and Toby take a ride through one of the most underrated buddy-cop movies of the 1980s: Running Scared . Directed by Peter Hyams and starring Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines, this Chicago-set classic mixes street-level grit with sharp humor, heart, and the kind of friendship you just don’t see in movies anymore. We talk about: 🎬 The effortless chemistry between Crystal and Hines...

Stephen and Toby dive deep into John Carpenter’s Halloween , exploring how Dean Cundey’s cinematography redefined the look of horror, why Laurie Strode became the ultimate Final Girl, and how the movie reflected a cultural shift — from the free-range Gen-X childhood to a world where being alone suddenly felt dangerous. Expect film history, nostalgia, and plenty of spooky love for the movie that la...

In this episode of Gonna See My Friends , Stephen and Toby are joined by writer and author David Biscevic to dive headfirst into one of the most shocking films in cinema history — The Exorcist (1973). We break down the movie’s terrifying production , religious symbolism , and the visceral audience reactions that made headlines when it first hit theaters. From William Friedkin’s unhinged directing...

This week, we head deep into the woods — and behind the scenes of the horror genre itself. Drew Goddard and Joss Whedon’s The Cabin in the Woods isn’t just another slasher; it’s a full-blown deconstruction of what makes horror tick. Stephen and Toby talk about how this movie flips every cliché on its head, from the office betting pool to that insane monster elevator sequence. We unpack the meta co...

This week on Gonna See My Friends , we’re talking about Joe Dante’s The Howling — the 1981 werewolf classic that helped transform horror in the early ‘80s. We explore how Dante blended satire, psychology, and groundbreaking creature effects to create a film that’s both terrifying and clever. We’ll break down the movie’s place in the werewolf boom alongside An American Werewolf in London and The Th...

This week on Gonna See My Friends , we saddle up for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)—the witty, action-packed western that redefined the genre. Join us as we break down: Paul Newman and Robert Redford’s once-in-a-generation chemistry William Goldman’s Oscar-winning script and on-set stories George Roy Hill’s direction and the film’s perfect mix of humor and melancholy Iconic scenes like...

We break down The Devil’s Advocate (1997), diving into Al Pacino’s unforgettable final monologue, Keanu Reeves’ struggle between ambition and morality, and why vanity is the film’s ultimate sin. From Milton’s “absentee landlord” speech to the shocking ending reset, we explore the movie’s supernatural twist on 90s courtroom dramas, key performances, and hidden symbolism. Perfect for fans of A Few G...

“We never had friends later on like the ones we had when we were twelve.” This week on Gonna See My Friends Podcast we dive into Rob Reiner’s Stand By Me (1986). From River Phoenix’s iconic role to Stephen King’s timeless story, here’s why the film still matters. 🎧 Listen now! #standbyme #riverphoenix #stephenking #80smovies