Munsons at the Movies

In this episode of Munsons at the Movies, guest Munson John Rigby returns for his sixth appearance, lending his Academy Awards expertise to our deep dive into the extraordinary life and career of Jeff Bridges. We marvel at his seven Oscar nominations, dissect his Oscar-winning performance in Crazy Heart, and celebrate his impressive decades-long marriage. The Munsons discuss how 10% of his films l...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode of Munsons at the Movies, the crew dives into the life and career of the endlessly talented Kristen Wiig. From her iconic Saturday Night Live performances that cemented her as a comedy legend to her underappreciated voice work in animated hits, Wiig's versatility i...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. Ever wondered about the man behind the megawatt smile and those iconic roles? This week, we're diving deep into the fascinating life and career of Richard Gere. From the gritty streets of An Officer and a Gentleman to the glitz and glamour of Pretty Woman and the razzle-dazzle of...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Dennis Quaid. Perhaps best known for his roles as Jack Hall in The Day After Tomorrow (2004), Jimmy Morris in The Rookie (2002), and Cap Rooney in Any Given Sunday (1999), Quaid has been stocking up leading man roles since the 7...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor.  In this episode, we explore the life & career of Michelle Williams. Perhaps best known for her roles as Cindy in Blue Valentine (2010), Marilyn Monroe in My Week with Marilyn (2011), and Randi in Manchester by the Sea (2016), Williams has been stocking up award-worthy perform...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Doug Jones. Best known for his roles as Abe Sapien in the Hellboy films, Amphibian Man in The Shape of Water (2017), and Fauno/Pale Man in Pan’s Labyrinth (2006), Jones has built a career as the actor who portrays the creature i...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Juno Temple. Best known for her roles as Keeley in Ted Lasso (2020-2023), Dot in Fargo (2023-2024) and Lola in Atonement (2007), Temple has recently taken the entertainment world by storm. Joined once again by Chip Hessenflow of...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Goldie Hawn. Best known for her roles as Judy in Private Benjamin (1980), Elise in The First Wives Club (1996), and her many on-screen collaborations with Kurt Russell, Warren Beatty, Chevy Chase, and Steve Martin, Goldie has be...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Stephen Tobolowsky. Best known for his roles as Ned Ryerson in Groundhog Day (1993), Clayton Townley in Mississippi Burning (1988), and his appearances in just about every television show made since 1990, Tobolowsky has quiet bu...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Tina Fey. Best known for her roles as the writer & Mrs. Norbury in Mean Girls (2004/2024), Liz Lemon in 138 episodes of 30 Rock, and her frequent collaborations with Amy Poehler, Fey is renowned as one of the comedic writers...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of David Arquette. Best known for his roles as Dewey in the Scream franchise, Chris in Eight Legged Freaks (2002), and Rob in Never Been Kissed (1999), Arquette is a member of a proud acting family that has a wide-ranging impact on...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Renée Zellweger. Best known for her roles as Roxie in Chicago (2002), Ruby in Cold Mountain (2003), and the title character in the Bridget Jones films, Zellweger is one of Hollywood’s most recognizable names. Joined once again b...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor.  In this episode, we explore the life and career of Seann William Scott. Best known for his roles as Stifler in the American Pie franchise, Doug Glatt in the Goon films, and countless raunchy comedies in the 90s and 00s, Scott is a recognizable face and name in Hollywood. Rolling...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor.  In this episode, we explore the life and career of Adam Driver. Best known for his roles as Kylo Ren in the Star Wars trilogy, Charlie in Marriage Story (2019), and Flip in BlacKkKlansman (2018), Driver has built an impressive career in a short time. Joined for episode 100 by fiv...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Will Ferrell. Best known for his roles as Ron Burgundy in the Anchorman films, Ricky Bobby in Talladega Nights (2006), Brennan in Step Brothers (2008), and a legendary run on Saturday Night Live, no one improvises quite like Fer...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of F. Murray Abraham. Best known for his roles as Antonio in Amadeus (1984), Mr. Moustafa in The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), and Bert in The White Lotus (2022), F. Murray has taken a very untraditional route through the world of e...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life & career of Debra Winger. Best known for her roles as Emma in Terms of Endearment (1983), Paula in An Officer and a Gentleman (1982), and Sissy in Urban Cowboy (1980), Winger is a complicated and interesting actor for us to cover. Joined on...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life and career of Lucy Liu. Best known for her roles as Alex in Charlie’s Angels films, O-Ren Ishii in the Kill Bill films, and Dr. Joan Watson in Elementary (2012-19), Lucy carved out her own path in Hollywood over the last few decades....

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor.  In this episode, we explore the life and career of Steve Buscemi. Best known for his roles as Carl in Fargo (1996), Mr. Pink in Reservoir Dogs (1992), and the guy who shows up in just about every Adam Sandler film, Buscemi is just about the most prolific character acto...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor.  In this episode, we explore the life and career of Natalie Portman. Best known for her roles as Nina in Black Swan (2010), Evey in V for Vendetta (2005), and Queen Amidala in the Star Wars Prequels, Portman is widely considered one of the most talented actresses workin...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life and career of Kristen Bell. Best known for her roles as Anna in Frozen (2013), Veronica Mars (2004-2019), and Sarah in Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008), Bell has quickly risen to Hollywood stardom. Joined once again by Lauren Hopkins...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor.  In this episode, we explore the life and career of Mila Kunis. Best known for her roles as Lily in The Black Swan (2010), Rachel in Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008), and Meg Griffin in Family Guy (1999-2023), Kunis has risen from a child actor to a mainstay in Hollywoo...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the legendary life and career of Max von Sydow. Best known for his roles as Antonius in The Seventh Seal (1957), Emperor Ming in Flash Gordon (1980), and Father Merrin in The Exorcist (1980), von Sydow is on the list for Halloween considerati...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life and career of Steve Carell. Best known for his roles as Michael Scott in The Office (2005-2013), Andy in The 40-Year Old Virgin (2005), and Brick in the Anchorman films, Carell is undoubtedly one of the funniest men in Hollywood. Joi...

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. In this episode, we explore the life and career of Owen Wilson. Best known for his roles as John in Wedding Crashers (2005), Hansel in Zoolander (2001), Lightning McQueen in the Cars franchise, and his many collaborations with Wes Anderson, Wilson has become one of the...