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Showgays: A Movie Musical Podcast

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A podcast that deep dives into the world of movie musicals! Whether you love the movie adaptation of a beloved stage musical, or can't believe a film was made, Showgays will discuss, analyse, and poke fun at movie musicals, from the most infamous to the most beloved. A podcast on The Ampliverse

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The 2025 Showie Awards 12.01.2026 1:12:45

Welcome to the fourth annual Showie Awards! "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Wicked: For Good (2025) dir. John M. Chu 29.12.2025 2:39:51

so this episode may actually be longer than the movie itself... Access the Showies 2025 Google Form HERE! "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Emilia Pérez (2024) dir. Jacques Audiard 17.11.2025 1:40:17

not unmemorable! "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical (2005) dir. Andy Fickman 30.10.2025 1:34:06

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Yentl (1983) dir. Barbra Streisand 05.10.2025 1:51:18

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Dick Tracy (1991) dir. Warren Beatty 21.09.2025 1:41:49

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The Producers (2005) dir. Susan Stroman 07.09.2025 1:40:38

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Joker: Folie à Deux (2024) dir. Todd Phillips 31.08.2025 1:40:33

how about a fun, frivolous comedy! what a romp! "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) dir. David Hand 17.08.2025 1:39:45

the only movie from the 30s that we'll ever talk about that is very well paced "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Summer Stock Pro Shot Presents - Come From Away 30.07.2025 1:46:28

get in line to kiss the fish "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Om Shanti Om (2007) dir. Farah Khan 24.07.2025 1:10:36

this is just a great time all around "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Love Me or Leave Me (1955) dir. Charles Vidor 30.06.2025 1:20:43

PSA: cagney and lacey is actually NOT about james cagney "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Were the World Mine (2008) dir. Tom Gustafson 12.06.2025 1:31:52

a word of warning, the f slur gets used "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

The Prom (2020) dir. Ryan Murphy 25.05.2025 1:53:03

mr. corden, you will be dealt with. trust. "Showgays: A Cinemusical Podcast" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Sweet Charity (1969) dir. Bob Fosse 08.05.2025 1:23:47

hey big spendah "SHOWGAYS: A Cinemusical Podcast" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Josie and the Pussycats (2001) dir. Deborah Kaplan & Harry Elfont 16.04.2025 1:34:44

long tails and ears for hats "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading! References https://www.thefader.com/2017/09/25/josie-and-the-pussycats-soundtrack-2001-oral-...

The Pajama Game (1957) dir. George Abbott & Stanley Donen 04.04.2025 2:00:04

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Wicked (2024) dir. Jon M. Chu 18.12.2024 2:38:28

holding space with the lyrics of Defying Gravity "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

2024 Showie Awards 17.11.2024 1:37:33

It's time for Hollywood to celebrate the best and the worst that Showgays had to offer this year! "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU D...

Wonka (2023) dir. Paul King 16.10.2024 1:57:41

Twonka was twonderful. VOTE FOR THE 2024 SHOWIE AWARDS: https://forms.gle/vWRQxkRd4XYdLFW77 "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t f...

Fame (1980) dir. Alan Parker 02.10.2024 2:02:36

I’m gonna live forever. "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for further reading!

Oliver! (1968) dir. Carol Reed 16.09.2024 2:11:23

We’re reviewing the situation. "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop for furt...

Roald Dahl’s Matilda: The Musical (2022) dir. Matthew Warchus 01.09.2024 1:40:11

Anyone in the mood for chocolate cake? "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t forget to check out the Ampliverse Bookshop...

All That Jazz (1979) dir. Bob Fosse 15.08.2024 1:52:54

Much like spaghetti, this film throws everything at the wall to see what sticks. "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t fo...

The Cheetah Girls (2003) dir. Oz Scott 01.08.2024 2:08:09

Kiely Williams - "Spectacular" Music Video "Best Revival of a Podcast: Showgays" is a podcast in The Ampliverse at theampliverse.com Email us any thoughts and takes and we may read it on the next episode at showgaysmoviemusical@gmail.com Join our live discussion of all things Showgays on our Discord server! https://discord.gg/Ma5FasSwXU Don’t forget to check out the Ampliv...