Monkey Nut Punch - The Podcast

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 400! Join Gareth and Keith as they dive into the latest news, trailers, and reviews from the worlds of science fiction, superheroes, and television. NEWS Amazon is making another attempt at a Stargate reboot, this time with WandaVision creator Jac Schaeffer at the helm. Samuel L. Jackson officially confirms his MCU return as Nick Fury, and Jam...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 399! Gareth and Keith dive into the latest superhero shake-ups, blockbuster delays, and big-screen sci-fi news. NEWS Reacher spin-off Neagley hits #1 on Prime Video in the UK to huge acclaim. Avengers: Endgame re-release alters its ending with a surprise Doomsday tease. Spider-Man: No Way Home director tipped for a new Star Wars Skywalker tril...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 398, where we dive into major franchise revivals, big-screen sequels, and our latest TV reviews! NEWS Is Doctor Who about to solve its biggest problem? 8 intriguing details emerge from the BBC tender. HBO's Harry Potter series casts key characters with a surprising family connection to the original films. The Italian Job reboot revealed for Pa...

Welcome back to Episode 397 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, trailer reactions, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down Gary Oldman clarifying his comments on Slow Horses co-star Jack Lowden as the next James Bond, and the Slow Horses director revealing why Season 6 combines two Mick Herron books into one epic season!...

Welcome back to Episode 396 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, trailer breakdowns, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down Tom Hardy being officially confirmed for MobLand Season 3 ahead of the Season 2 launch, Hercule Poirot legend David Suchet joining David Mitchell and Anna Maxwell Martin for a Ludwig Christmas speci...

Welcome back to Episode 395 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we pay tribute to legend Tim Curry following his passing at age 80. We also break down Kit Harington replacing Nicholas Hoult as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Season 2, Pierce Brosnan joining Chris Hemsworth in Extraction 3...

Welcome back to Episode 394 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, trailer reactions, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down David Tennant teasing new energy for Doctor Who's future, DC fans complaining about Lanterns being set mostly on Earth, and Dave Bautista officially replacing Ryan Hurst as Kratos in Amazon's God of...

Welcome back to Episode 393 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, massive trailer breakdowns, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down Marvel Studios officially unveiling the MCU X-Men reboot cast and release date at D23—featuring Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Cyclops, and Adam Driver as Mister Sinister! Plus, we d...

Welcome back to Episode 392 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast! Gareth and Keith dive headfirst into the wildest geek culture news, massive movie updates, trailer breakdowns, and top-tier reviews. In this episode, we break down Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May making surprise cameo returns for The Grand Tour's new era, Jim Carrey leading a live-action Jetsons movie, Sam Neill’s final r...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 391, where Marvel dominates the headlines—for better and for worse. NEWS James Marsden is spotted back on set as filming continues for the next season of Paradise, with the acclaimed thriller gearing up for its return. A critically acclaimed Marvel series has reportedly been cancelled despite previously receiving a Season 2 renewal. What happe...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 390, where Marvel rumours heat up, Star Trek looks to boldly go somewhere new, and the future of some of our favourite franchises starts taking shape. NEWS Ryan Gosling is once again rumoured to be joining the MCU as Ghost Rider, but it's the reported director attached to the project that's really getting fans talking. Black Panther 3 is offic...

Nolan's Next Movie, Doctor Who's Future & George Lucas on AI | MNP Ep. 389 Thumbnail Text (single line, three points) NOLAN'S NEXT • WHO FUTURE • AI TAKES OVER YouTube Description (≤1500 characters) Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 389, where we look at what's next for some of the biggest names in film and television—from Christopher Nolan and George Lucas to Doctor Who a...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 388, where beloved sci-fi franchises continue to evolve, return, and spark plenty of debate. NEWS Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse finally gets a promising update ahead of its long-awaited 2027 release. Is the wait going to be worth it? Babylon 5 star Claudia Christian shares why she's torn over the prospect of rebooting one of science fict...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 387, where DC faces box office questions, Tom Hardy is heading back to MobLand, and Fast & Furious prepares for the end of an era. NEWS DC responds after Supergirl opens weaker than expected at the box office. Is this a genuine warning sign for the new DC Universe, or is the reaction being overblown? Tom Hardy is returning for MobLand Seas...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 386, where Marvel keeps us guessing, fantasy gets a fresh adaptation, and one comedy legend isn't finished just yet. NEWS The identity of the true villain in Spider-Man: Brand New Day remains tightly under wraps, with Marvel continuing to keep fans guessing. Peacock officially orders a Dungeon Crawler Carl television series from Seth MacFarlan...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 385, where rumours, cancellations, franchise futures, and fan campaigns collide. NEWS Slow Horses Season 6 gets a first look and an official start date as Gary Oldman's spy thriller continues its impressive run. The BBC's hit mystery series Ludwig releases a first look at Season 2 ahead of its summer return. Amazon MGM's boss discusses the fut...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 384, where the future of Spider-Man, Superman, Harry Potter, and Stargate all collide in one packed episode. NEWS Tom Holland discusses setting up the next generation of Spider-Man heroes and hopes to mentor a future wall-crawler just as Robert Downey Jr. helped him. New details from DC's upcoming Superman: Man of Tomorrow reveal Lex Luthor's...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 383, where cancelled plans, returning stars, and franchise uncertainty dominate the headlines. NEWS Reports suggest Tom Hardy is in talks to return for another season of MobLand, with Helen Mirren publicly showing her support. A brand-new Sherlock Holmes project is in development, focusing on what is being described as the greatest villain in...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 382, where regenerations make less sense than ever, Spider-Man goes noir, and Star Wars reminds everyone it can still dominate the box office. NEWS Ncuti Gatwa jokes about the possibility of Doctor Who regenerating into Billie Piper, admitting he doesn't really understand what's happening either. Amazon's Spider-Noir arrives, with Nicolas Cage...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 381, where Hollywood once again proves no franchise ever truly dies. NEWS The search for the next James Bond officially begins as auditions kick off for the new 007. Who’s got the swagger to survive the role? Aaron Paul joins Fallout Season 3, adding even more firepower to Amazon’s expanding wasteland universe. Reacher scores an early Season 5...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 380, where reboots keep surviving, legacy franchises evolve, and Netflix refuses to let Hawkins rest. NEWS Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 is officially renewed for Season 2 at Netflix — the spin-off train keeps rolling. Andy Serkis says Viggo Mortensen is reportedly “delighted” that Jamie Dornan has been chosen to play Aragorn in The Hunt for...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 379, where franchises are rebooting, retconning, and occasionally pulling the plug. NEWS A new RoboCop series finally gets the green light at Amazon Studios — can the franchise work on TV? After a legal battle with Lucasfilm, Gina Carano is reportedly in talks for a Star Wars comeback. Star Wars may be taking its first steps toward retconning...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 378, where the biggest franchises in entertainment are quietly gearing up for their next move. NEWS Paramount officially confirms a new Star Trek movie, but keeps details locked down — what direction could the franchise take next? Amazon MGM says the search for the next James Bond is ongoing, promising a careful and respectful approach to cast...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 377, where studios cut back in one breath… and double down on franchises in the next. NEWS J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot faces major downsizing — what does this mean for one of Hollywood’s most high-profile production companies? Extraction 3 is officially in the works at Netflix, with Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba returning for another round. Rumour...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 376, where legacy franchises get reshuffled, revived, and dragged back into the spotlight. NEWS A new Lord of the Rings film confirms a major character recast — bold move or risky gamble for such an iconic role? HBO boss Casey Bloys confirms Harry Potter Season 2 is already being written, with plans to avoid long gaps between seasons. Spacebal...