Movie On Up

This week you are INVITEd to this SUPER(girl) episode of Movie On Up! The boys talk about one of the BEST films of the year, The Invite - starring Seth Rogan, Olivia Wilde, Edward Norton and Penelope Cruz. An absolute master class in building anxiety, tension and chaos mixed with tender wholesome moments Tonal whiplash the film. Adam also reviews James Gunns newest entry in the DCU, Supergirl... l...

PIERRE COFFIN, the co-director of 'Despicable Me', the voice of the Minions and the director / co-writer of the latest entry, 'Minions & Monsters' is on the show! Adam and Alfie have a sweet debrief after seeing Jeff Goldblum and Harry Styles (again) before reviewing the latest rollicking adventure with everyone's favourite dungaree models. Adam unironically calls it a &quo...

This week the boys bring a review for you the 31st Pixar motion picture Toy Story 5!… the film absolutely nobody asked for, but has been surprisingly well received. What better episode to rank all 31 Pixar films, so Adam and Alfie have compiled there list on what is THEIR worst and best Pixar films. Their Top 5 may surprise you! Let us know what you thought of Toy Story 5, get in touch via email:...

Steven Spielberg has delighted audiences with incredible films over the last five decades. From 'Jurassic Park' to 'Jaws', 'Indiana Jones' to 'Lincoln' - he's done it all! Now, his new film 'Disclosure Day' returns to familiar territory with a story involving aliens. But has he still got the magic touch? Adam and Alfie discuss exactly that... Share the p...

Remember when we had Irish icon Paul Mescal was clad in leather for Gladiator II ? Well this time it's British heart throb Nicholas Galitzines turn to don the leather for Adam's viewing pleasure. This week the boys talk about Masters Of The Universe, the new He-man film, giving you your weekly does of 80s nostalgia bait, but does this adaptation of a childhood favourite still have the powe...

STAR WARS is back on the big screen for the first time in 7 years! The Mandalorian and his adorable apprentice, Grogu, track down Imperial warlords and navigate the seedy criminal underworld while the New Republic find their footing. As with all Star Wars projects, opinions are strong and divided, thankfully, Adam and Alfie are here to cut through the noise and defend this flawed but brilliantly f...

In Episode 103, the lads discuss 'The Devil Wears Prada 2', a new Netflix thriller, 'Apex' and 'The Sheep Detectives'... what a baaa-rmy mix! Alfie also sings the praises of his favourite comedy 'Motherland' and reviews series 2 of spin-off 'Amandaland'. Keep an eye out for Ep104 dropping very soon (a Mandalorian special!) Share the podcast with your friends...

It's about damn time! The Movie On Up boys finally get round to releasing their Project Hail Mary Spoiler Review! This one has been on the cutting room floor for around a month, but it's finally here. Talking all things PHM, from Rocky, stone faced Sandra Huller, Gosling's ugly cardigans and Durdle Door vs South Parade Pier. On this bonus episode listen to the boys gush about this sci-...

Did you miss us?! Movie On Up triumphantly returns - like Han Solo in A New Hope or Han Solo in The Force Awakens! Over the last month, the boys have been grafting but they've still been racing to the cinema whenever they have the chance. 'Michael', 'The Drama' and 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' are in discussion this week. Also! Keep an eye out for a bonus episode with...

This week, the lads react to the 98th Academy Awards, the trailers for 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and 'Dune: Part 3' plus there's four reviews: 'Project Hail Mary', 'Good Boy', 'Mother's Pride' and 'How To Make A Killing'. You lucky ducklings. Get in touch and share YOUR thoughts on 'Project Hail Mary' which is widely regarded as the...

It’s finally here! 809 days after the first epsiode and the lads have finally arrived at episode 100. One long evening recording and 2 weeks in the editing suite, the lads 100th episode is here for your viewing pleasure,so please celebrate with them. We may be an audio podcast, but it’s probably best to sit down with a cuppa (or champagne) and give this one a watch, rather than just a listen. The...

Adam and Alfie were determined to film Episode 100 in-person but a week postponement had to be implemented. Thus, a bonus episode! With reviews of the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards Ceremony, 'Wuthering Heights', 'Scream 7', 'The Moment', 'Cold Storage', 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die' and MORE, feel free to call this Ep99 (and a half). Please do get in touch w...

'Solstice' is amongst the nominees at this year's EE BAFTA Film Awards. It's in the running for Best British Short Animation. Luke Angus single-handedly wrote, animated and directed the film in his spare time and it follows a lonely Inuit who reminisces about an old friend. Luke eloquently spoke about his inspirations, the challenges involved with learning new softwares and the min...

"Video Killed the Radio Star"... I mean, judging by this attempt at visual podcasting, I don't think they've got anything to worry about. You're safe for now Greg James. This week the boys talk about Disney's newest attempt at reviving the family institution that is The Muppet Show - penned by Seth Rogan and starring the usual array of fabric reprobates, the lads discuss whether the Muppets are ba...

Well, if two is company, three certainly is a crowd. This week the lads were accompanied by Spark Sunderland's film aficionado and host of "Lights, Camera, Action!" Sam J. Clark. Alfie and Sam review 'The Housemaid', Sydney Sweeney's sultry thriller. Trashy? Yes. Surprisingly engaging? Yes. Hollywood Schlock? Oh, absolutely. Adam's *Keane* to talk about the footy dram...

Dylan O'Brien & James Sweeney form a twisted friendship in 'Twinless' while Chris Pratt has 90 minutes to prove his innocence to an AI judge in 'Mercy'. Those are the two films in discussion this week. Alfie also shares his thoughts on a new, steamy drama, 'Heated Rivalry' and the latest GOT spin-off, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms'. Meanwhile, Eamonn Holme...

This week the lads discuss all the important things in 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, such as Samson's massive appendage, does the skinning scene look fake and "do you think Ralph Fiennes wore a prosthetic". They go into deep SPOILERS on this one, so if you're yet to see the film, perhaps give it a watch before listening to this episode. Adam also talks about Rental Family the...

It’s time for the  Second Annual Movie On Uppies™ ... the awards show Hollywood is still pretending not to care about. Adam and Alfie are handing out the most prestigious honours in cinema, sitting comfortably somewhere between the Oscars and the carpark out the back. The lads break down our personal Best Films of 2025, plus awards for Best Score, Biggest Surprise, Biggest Disappointment, Best Act...

'Retirement Plan' is a genius 7-minute, animated short film, now Oscar-shortlisted! The director, John Kelly, was kind enough to speak to Adam & Alfie this week about the film, the anxiety attack that inspired it, how he got Domhnall Gleeson involved and the Irish knack for profound storytelling. @johnkelly_jnr @retirementplan_film In the UK/Europe, you can watch 'Retirement Plan&#...

This week, the lads absolutely rave about Timmy and his latest Oscar-worthy performance in 'Marty Supreme' Josh Safdie knocks it out the park again, starring Timothee Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow and Tyler the Creator. Alfie reviews the slightly lacklustre finale of Stranger Things. And finally Adam tackles the based-on-a-true-story Neil Diamond *tribute band* biopic, and the new Jack Black a...

The latest entry into James Cameron's Avatar franchise is here including an all new fiery villain that has moviegoers (and Adam) hot under the collar. But does 'Fire and Ash' do enough to keep viewers engaged and invested in this multibillion dollar story? Keep listening to find out... Oh, it's also the CHRISTMAS SPECIAL!! What better excuse is there to grab a mince pie and test yo...

"I sat there and tried to make myself fall to sleep" - Adam Barlow, 2025. This week the lads talk spoilers on one of the most anticipated releases of the year, 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery'. For Adam's original review from the LFF catch episode 84. For spoilers and joint discusion make sure to check this episode out! Adam caught 'Fackham Hall', which strays...

This week! The lads discuss those Christmas films that you HAVE to watch each year in the return of BIG QUESTION. Adam reviews 'Eternity' which stars Elizabeth Olsen, Callum Turner and Miles Teller while Alfie reviews the new Apple TV show 'Pluribus', from the creator of 'Breaking Bad' and 'Better Call Saul'. Share the podcast with your friends and family & get...

This week, there's 4 excellent films in discussion: the much anticipated Disney sequel, 'Zootropolis 2' and a film that dives into BDSM culture head first, 'Pillion'. Sydney Sweeney's boxing biopic, 'Christy' and 'Desperate Journey', a modest but impactful wartime drama. The Peter Serafinolist returns, listener Leah gives a first-hand account of the 4DX expe...

Just in the first 10 minutes you can hear Adam rehearse his falsetto, peak his microphone levels, and hear Alfie mispronounce cacophony and philanthropist (twice). Impressive blunders from the boys at Movie On Up. It wouldn’t be MOU without it. This week on this absolute whiplash of an episode, we’ve got the much anticipated Part Two of the stage to screen adaptation: WICKED: FOR GOOD. Starring Cy...