The Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis

It's time to pay a visit to Trumania as Leonard and Guy revisit Peter Weir's 1998 classic, The Truman Show . They discuss the film being years ahead of its time, the careers of not only Carrey and Weir, who was originally intended to play Kristoff, the dedication from Laura Linney and more. Plus, Leonard changes his original star rating for the film. Oh and in case we don't see ya; good afternoon,...

You've got a friend in Leonard, so with the release of Toy Story 5, he and Guy have gone all the way back to 1995 to review the film that introduced the world to everyone's favourite cowboy and space ranger, Woody and Buzz Lightyear. They discuss the film's impact on the animation genre and how it put Pixar on the map, the many sequels that followed, the perfect casting of Hanks and Allen, the inc...

With the release of Steven Spielberg's new sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day, Leonard and Guy run through their favourite films from the legendary director. Did your favourite make the list? They also discuss what sets Spielberg apart from the rest, his ability to draw memorable performances from child actors, the fractured-family dynamic of his storytelling, Leonard's past experiences talking to Spi...

Somebody once to me, Leonard was gonna roll me... can you believe it's been 25 years since that hideous ogre befriended that talking donkey?! To celebrate, Leonard and Guy pay a visit to the swamp to review Shrek , one of the most beloved animated films of all time. They discuss the all-star cast, including Eddie Murphy's return to form as donkey, Chris Farley's original take on the character and...

It's time to cruise on back to 1962 and pay a visit to Mel's Drive-In as Leonard and Guy revisit George Lucas' coming-of-age classic, American Graffiti . They discuss the relatively unknown but soon to be star-filled cast, what the film mean to Lucas on a personal level, the original plan for its release, the smash-hit soundtrack, as well as why the film doesn't quite hold up in 2026 as much as ot...

This week Leonard and Guy take a trip to a galaxy far, far away as they pay tribute to man behind Star Wars, it's George Lucas! They discuss Lucas' beginnings in Hollywood, how and why he created Industrial Light & Magic and its impact on the movie industry, his necessity to "tinker" with his work and so much more. Plus, Leonard takes us behind the scenes of his iconic interview with Lucas for...

Show me the podcast! To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Cameron Crowe's smash-hit Jerry Maguire, Leonard and Guy revisit the film to discuss what they consider the best performance of Tom Cruise's career, the perfect casting of Renée Zellweger as Dorothy, Cameron Crowe's legacy (and why Elizabethtown was such a disappointment), THOSE catch phrases and more. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUS...

This week Leonard and Guy felt the need for speed, so what better way to find such thrills than by revisiting Tony Scott's 1986 classic Top Gun? To celebrate the film's 40th anniversary, we delve into what made it so appealing to audiences, from the casting, the mind-blowing action sequences, to Kenny Loggin's smash-hit Dangerzone. A perfect recipe for success. Leonard and Guy then discuss the fil...

She's one of Hollywood's most versatile actors, and with 2026 shaping up to be a big year for our girl Anne Hathway, Leonard and Guy give their thoughts on her already storied career. Whether it's her breakout role in The Princess Diaries , her acclaimed performance in Brokeback Mountain , or even the under-appreciated Armageddon Time , Hathaway has already delivered a body of work that belongs wi...

Everyone's favourite smooth criminal himself, Leonard Maltin, was lucky enough to screen a preview of Michael, Antoine Fuqua's new Michael Jackson biopic at his USC class. He gives his thoughts on Jaafar Jackson's portrayal of his uncle, the subject matter (or lack thereof), the potential for future sequels and more. Plus, Leonard and Guy also cover all the big news from this year's CinemaCon, inc...

It's time to climb aboard the Hail Mary because this week's project is to review Project Hailmary, the new film starring Ryan Gosling as Dr. Ryland Grace, a molecular biologist turned junior-high science teacher, recruited to stop an alien microbe from consuming the sun. Leonard and Guy discuss the film helping revive the "movie going experience", the use of practical effects over CGI, the stellar...

It's time once again to answer your questions as we delve deep into the Maltin Mailbag! Leonard and Guy discuss the importance of critics in 2026 and what the term "critic" actually means nowadays, the msot tense interviews they've conducted, their favourite modern-day directors and so much more. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at  patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - sp...

He's the man who seemingly has it all, and with the release of his critically-acclaimed new film Project Hailmary , Leonard and Guy spend this week discussing all things Ryan Gosling. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at  patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple -  bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's ne...

Another Oscars ceremony is in the bag and this week Leonard and Guy recap the night, discussing notable winners like Michael B. Jordan for "Best Actor", the significance of veteran actors' recognition and the touching tribute to Rob and Michelle Reiner by Billy Crystal, why Conan SHOULD host the Oscars every year and more. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at  patreon.com/themovieg...

Oscars season is upon us and this week, Leonard and Guy run through who they think are the leading contenders to take the prize in each category. Will Timothée Chalamet snatch his first Best Actor award for his work in Marty Supreme? How many (if any) awards will Sinners win, despite its record-breaking nominations tally? We delve into it all. Leonard and Guy also discuss what they consider to be...

Leonard and Guy give their thoughts on the news that Netflix have pulled out of the race to purchase WBD, leaving Paramount as the all-but-certain frontrunners to take over the iconic brand. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at  patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple -  bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leona...

We're on the pursuit of greatness this week as Leonard and Guy review Marty Supreme, a story based on the life of wily hustler, Marty Mauser, a man with a dream no one respects. They discuss the Oscar-worthy performance from Timothée Chalamet, director Josh Safdie's "Frankenstein monster", the Tarantino-esque casting, Jack Fisk's remarkable New York setting and more. Plus, we touch on Leonard's ON...

With the recent passing of the legendary Robert Duvall, Leonard and Guy pay tribute by discussing his incredible career and what set him apart from the rest. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at  patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple -  bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A M...

Continuing the "Tom Hanks" month, Leonard and Guy revisit Catch Me If You Can, a film that really set DiCaprio on the path from teen idol to headline star. Leonard and Guy discuss the chemistry between DiCaprio and Hanks, and the way Hanks was willing to take a backseat to the rising star. They also touch on the genius of Spielberg, the amazing score from John Williams, the stand-out performances...

There's no crying podcasting! Fortunately thre was nothign for Leonard and Guy to cry about this week as they revisited A League Of Their Own, Penny Marshall's 1992 classic that tells the story of the real-life All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. They discuss the stunt casting of Madonna and the flow-on effect it had on the film's production, Hanks and Davis' amazing performances in t...

With Toy Story 5 not far on the horison, this week we thought we' d pay tribute to one of Hollywood's most beloved icons, Tom Hanks. Whether it's his breakout roles in the 80s in film like Big , his Oscar-winning roles in films such as Forrest Gump and Philadelphia, his romantic comedy staples with Meg Ryan in Sleepless In Seattle and You've Got Mail, his voicework as Woody in the Toy Story franch...

Ask yourself; "Do I feel lucky?" Well, do ya, punk? Obviously you should because this week Leonard and Guy delve deep into Don Siegel's 1971 classic Dirty Harry ! They discuss Clint Eastwood's performance and the legacy his role left on Hollywood, the sadistic (and scary) nature of the film's villain "Scorpio", the many sequels that followed and so much more. Plus, Leonard tells a funny tale of Ea...

After what was a considerably disappointing 2025 for Hollywood, Leonard and Guy look forward to what's shaping up to be an exciting year ahead, as they discuss their most anticipated films of 2026. Comment below and tell us YOUR most anticipated films! Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at  patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple -  bit.ly/3AwK...

Happy Holidays! To celebrate the festive season, Leonard and Guy have both hand-picked a favourite holiday film to discuss. They kick off with the 1947 classic, Miracle On 34th Street, delving into the film's longevity, unique marketing and stellar cast. They then fast-forward to Richard Donner's Scrooged, a modern take on Charles Dickens' iconic A Christmas Carol, starring Bill Murray as Scrooge...

Don't expose them to bright light. Never get them wet, and most importantly, never feed them after midnight! This week we've taken a trip to Kingston Falls to revisit both of Joe Dante's michief-filled classics,  Gremlins  and  Gremlins 2: The New Batch ! We discuss Christopher Columbus' original (and darker) screenplay, how they changed the film industry forever, Leonard's iconic cameo and more!...