The Movie Pals Podcast

This week on the Movie Pals Podcast, we’re reviewing Supergirl (2026) and introducing our brand-new recurring segment, The Action Vault! In Season 1: The Choice Season, one host is randomly selected, then an action icon is drawn from the vault. That host receives three randomly generated films from that actor’s filmography and must choose one to review on a future episode. Once a movie is selected...

Movie Pals Podcast #226 – The Scary Movie Franchise (2000-2026) WAZZZZZUP?! This week the Movie Pals revisit the entire Scary Movie franchise, from the original 2000 horror-comedy smash hit through the brand-new 2026 sequel. We discuss every film in the series, including the Wayans era, the David Zucker era, and the franchise revival. Along the way we talk about the funniest scenes, memorable char...

The Movie Pals Podcast is back with Episode 225! This week, James, Marco, Michael, and Nabil review Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026). Did the jump from Disney+ to the big screen actually work? Was Grogu overused? Did the movie feel cinematic enough? And where does the franchise go next after that ending? We break down: • The story and action • Pedro Pascal’s return as Din Djarin • Grogu...

Movie Pals Podcast Episode 224 is here and this week we’re reviewing Mortal Kombat II! Johnny Cage officially enters the tournament as Earthrealm’s champions prepare for their biggest battle yet against Shao Kahn. The Pals break down the action, fatalities, performances, game accuracy, best characters, biggest surprises, and whether this sequel improves on the 2021 reboot. We also dive into a full...

On this episode of the Movie Pals Podcast, the crew dives into the highly anticipated biopic Michael (2026 film), exploring the life, music, and legacy of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. With a massive gap between critics and audience scores, we break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether this film truly captures the essence of one of the most iconic performers of all time. From standout mu...

Hey everyone, welcome back to the Movie Pals Podcast! This is Episode 222, and today we’re reviewing Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (2026). Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:19 – Review of Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (2026) 32:07 – Spoiler Section 45:43 – Outro In this episode, we break down Lee Cronin’s darker, horror-focused take on The Mummy. We discuss the film’s tone, how it compares to previous versions, perf...

Hey everyone, welcome back to the Movie Pals Podcast! This week we’ve got a packed episode featuring Mikey’s Trio of Mini Reviews followed by our full breakdown of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)! We kick things off with three quick-hit reviews assigned by Mikey after his Oscar bowling victory, then blast off into our main event as Mario goes cosmic in his latest big-screen adventure. ⸻ ⏱ Time...

Cowabunga, dudes! 🐢 Welcome back to the Movie Pals Podcast, Episode #220! This week, we kick things off with a Topic of the Week diving into the latest Oscars results — breaking down the biggest surprises, standout moments, and what the Academy got right (and very wrong). Plus, we reveal our Oscar prediction winner! Then it’s time to head into the sewers as we review Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles...

Ghostface is back… and this time, it’s personal. In Episode 219, we kick things off with our Topic of the Week — early Oscar buzz! 🎬 Which 2026 films are already standing out? Which ones completely missed for us? And are we locking in any bold Academy Awards predictions? Then at 16:14, we dive into our full review of Scream 7 (2026) — directed by Kevin Williamson and bringing Sidney Prescott back...

In Episode 218, we review Emerald Fennell’s latest film, Wuthering Heights (2026), based on the classic novel by Emily Brontë. Starring Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, this new adaptation brings sweeping romance, obsession, and tragedy to the big screen. We discuss the performances, direction, cinematography, soundtrack, and whether this version captures the emo...

🎬 Movie Pals Podcast #217 – Send Help (2026) This week on the Movie Pals Podcast, we’re reviewing Send Help (2026), the latest survival horror-thriller from director Sam Raimi. Starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien, the film follows a stranded employee and her insufferable boss as they struggle to survive on a deserted island after a plane crash. We break down our expectations going in, perfo...

We’re back with Episode 216! This week, the Movie Pals review 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, the latest chapter in the iconic horror franchise, directed by Nia DaCosta and written by Alex Garland. We break down the story, performances, horror elements, and how this sequel stacks up — with a full spoiler section later in the episode, so listen accordingly! ⏱️ Timestamps • 00:00 – Intro • 00:20 –...

Hey everyone, welcome back to the Movie Pals Podcast! 🎬 This is Episode 215, and we’re kicking off our annual Top Films of the Year episode — breaking down our Top 10 Films of 2025, plus Honorable Mentions, all spoiler-free. Now that we’re officially in 2026, we look back on a stacked year of movies, from blockbusters to surprises, and count down our personal picks from #10 all the way to #1. Eac...

Movie Pals Podcast #214 – Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) Welcome back to the Movie Pals Podcast! In Episode 214, we wrap up our long-running segment “The Pals’ Favorite Films of the Century” and dive into a full review of Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025). ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:24 – The Pals’ Favorite Films of the Century (2005–2009) • 01:03 – Nabil’s Picks • 12:36 – James’ Picks • 21:32 – Mikey’s...

Hey everyone, welcome back to the Movie Pals Podcast! This is Episode 213, and today we’re continuing our ongoing segment “The Pals’ Favorite Films of the Century”, followed by a full review of Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair — the long-awaited combined cut of Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2. First up, each Pal continues their countdown of favorite films of the century, taking turns br...

We’re back with a short-but-fun episode as we continue our “Favorite Films of the Century” series! This time we’re looking at the Top 5 Films from 2010–2014, with each of the Pals sharing their personal favorites. 📼 Episode Breakdown: ⏱️ 00:00 – Intro ⏱️ 00:25 – The Pal’s Favorite Films of the Century (2005–2009 Recap)  🎬 01:01 – Mikey’s Picks  🎬 11:15 – Marco’s Picks  🎬 21:58 – Nabil’s Picks...

Hey everyone, welcome back to the Movie Pals Podcast! This is Episode 211, and today we’re continuing our special segment “The Pals’ Favorite Films of the Century!” — this week highlighting our top picks from 2005–2009 🎞️ After that, we dive into our full review of Predator: Badlands (2025), the latest entry in the Predator franchise from director Dan Trachtenberg (Prey, 10 Cloverfield Lane). We c...

⚡️ The Movie Pals are back — and we’re bringing something new to the show! In Episode 210, we kick off our latest segment: “The Pals’ Favorite Films of the Century!” Over the next five episodes, we’ll each share our top five favorite movies from every five-year stretch of the 21st century — starting with 2000–2004. Expect nostalgia, debate, and plenty of surprises as we look back on 25 years of c...

Movie Pals Podcast #209 – Tron: Ares (2025) We’re back on the Grid! This week, James, Marco, and Mikey dive into the world of Tron — revisiting the 1982 original and Tron: Legacy (2010) before plugging into the long-awaited sequel, Tron: Ares (2025). Hear our thoughts on the series’ groundbreaking visuals, killer soundtracks, and how the new film expands the digital universe. Time Codes: 00:00 – I...

The Pals are back! In Episode 208, Nabil leads the review of Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest film, One Battle After Another — a bold, surreal, and deeply emotional story about revolution, paranoia, and family legacy. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Benicio del Toro, this sweeping new PTA epic asks: can the past ever really stay buried? We dig into everything from the film’s characters and...

This week, the Pals are reviewing the brand-new Stephen King adaptation The Long Walk (2025)! Directed by Francis Lawrence (Catching Fire, Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes) and starring Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Mark Hamill, and more — this $20M dystopian thriller is already making waves. We cover everything from the film’s tone, themes of survival and endurance, and the performances of its young...

We’re back with Episode 206 and diving into the outrageous, gory, and wild reboot of The Toxic Avenger (2025)! Join us as we break down the film, share our thoughts on the performances, direction, and over-the-top effects, and then head into a spoiler-filled discussion to dig even deeper. ⏱ Timecodes: • 00:00 – Intro • 00:21 – Review of The Toxic Avenger (2025) • 45:14 – Spoiler Section • 52:51 –...

Cowabunga! 🐢 The Movie Pals are back with Podcast #205, and this week we’re diving into the sewers with the half-shell heroes in their first live-action outing — Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990). We talk about the film’s legacy, the blend of humor and grit, the iconic Jim Henson creature effects, and how well this fan-favorite holds up 35 years later. 👉 Timecodes: 00:00 – Intro 00:24 – Review...

In this episode, the Movie Pals return to the world of slapstick comedy with a review of The Naked Gun (2025)! Directed by Akiva Schaffer (Hot Rod, Chip ’n Dale: Rescue Rangers), this modern reboot follows Detective Frank Drebin Jr. as he hilariously fumbles his way through a murder case that could shut down the entire police department. We break down the film’s humor, performances, direction, and...

The MCU reboot has landed — and we’re diving right in! In this episode, the Pals review Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025), the highly anticipated debut of Marvel’s First Family in the main MCU timeline. We break down the film’s tone, performances, direction, and how it stacks up against previous iterations. ⚠️ Don’t worry, we keep things spoiler-free until the 27:39 mark — so feel fr...