John Wick: Chapter 4 Movie Review

The John Wick franchise is back after many years, but is it better than ever? Keanu Reeves returns to his iconic role as Wick looks to further his quest for freedom. New to the mix are acclaimed actors Donnie Yen, Scott Adkins, and the villainous Bill Skarsgard. Check out Nate’s spoiler free thoughts on the latest high octane action flick!

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Hit Horror Movie Smile Gets Sequel

A sleeper hit in the horror world last year was the film Smile. Bolstered by a brilliant marketing campaign and equally good movie, Smile over performed at the box office. Now in true horror movie fashion, the film will be getting a sequel, which is already in early development. While not much is currently known about Smile 2, expect to see a further continuation on the lore that was set up in the finale.

Did you see Smile? Do you think the movie needs a sequel? Let me know your thoughts down below!

Guillermo Del Toro Making Frankenstein Movie Starring Andrew Garfield, Oscar Isaac, and Mia Goth

Acclaimed horror director Guillermo Del Toro has been tapped by Netflix to direct a new adaptation of Frankenstein. Del Toro has been approached in the past to do Classic Monster movies, Frankenstein specifically, but thus far has not done a Classic Monster movie. Also attached to the project are Andrew Garfield, Oscar Isaac and on the rise horror actress Mia Goth.

Does this movie sound intriguing to you? What’s your favorite Del Toro movie? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below!

James Gunn Officially Directing Next Superman Movie, Superman Legacy

After previously announcing he was writing the new Superman movie, James Gunn took to social media to say he will also be directing the upcoming flick. While not much is currently known about the film, Gunn did suggest that the movie will be about Clark reconciling his Kryptonian and human sides while being a reporter at the Daily Planet.

Do you think James Gunn is the right choice for a Superman movie? Are you surprised by this news? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below!

Ben Affleck No Longer Interested In Doing DC Movies

While doing press for his new movie AIR, Ben Affleck was asked if he had any interested in acting or directing in James Gunn’s new DC Universe. Affleck gave a resounding no sparking much debate online. However, Nate and Josh aren’t super surprised by this because Affleck has been saying this for quite a while now. The only difference was James Gunn previously claimed that Affleck was interested.

Are you disappointed Ben Affleck is done with DC projects? Sound off down in the comments!

Episode 215: Is Superhero Movie Fatigue Happening?

With the recent box office disappointment of some recent comic book movies, Nate and Josh discuss a big question movie critics have been asking for years: are movie audiences starting to feel comic book movie fatigue? They breakdown it all down as well as discuss the past week’s movie news including:

James Gunn finally confirmed to be directing the new Superman movie Superman: Legacy

Ben Affleck says he has no interest in directing a DC movie

Guillermo Del Toro directing a Frankenstein movie for Netflix, will star Andrew Garfield, Oscar Isaac, and Mia Goth

Smile 2 is in early development

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Shazam: Fury of the Gods Movie Review

The latest outing from the DC Cinematic Universe is Shazam: Fury of the Gods, the follow up to the surprise hit of the 2019 original. This time, Zachary Levi’s Shazam squares up against Helen Mirren, Lucy Liu and the threat of family going separate ways. Does the sequel still have the magic of the original? Check out Nate’s spoiler free review of the superhero flick!

What did you think of Shazam Fury of the Gods? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!

The Last of Us Part 2 To Be Split Up Over Multiple Seasons For HBO

The Last of Us series has seen huge success for HBO and it was only a matter of time before we got news on season 2. However, the question fans have always had was how the show would handle The Last of Us Part 2. The very controversial Part 2 is a much more dense and complex story that could difficult to adapt in just a season of television. Thankfully, the show runners have stated that the show will adapt Part 2 over multiple seasons, at minimum two seasons. They also hinted at possible changes for the show compared to the game. However, don’t expect any major changes, or one big change, but instead keep in mind how the first season changed some of the game’s content. Are you a fan of either The Last of Us series or games?

What are your thoughts on The Last of Us 2? How do you think they’ll change it for television? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below!

Batman: Caped Crusader Animated Series Picked Up By Amazon

The in development Batman animated series Batman: Caped Crusader has a new home at Amazon. The series was being shopped around by Warner Brothers Discovery, who is looking to streamline their DC output while also writing off some projects to cut into their debt. Amazon won the bidding war with some other streaming services and will be the host for the show. Caped Crusader was also given at minimum a two season order, so the show will be around for a little bit at least.

Are you still excited for this new animated Batman show? Comment your thoughts down below!

Michael B. Jordan Overseeing Creed Movie and TV Universe For MGM

With the box office success of Creed 3, MGM and Amazon are looking to expand the franchise even further. The studio is looking into developing a full fledged Creed universe with multiple spinoff movies and shows. Projects up for consideration are a Viktor Drago spinoff movie, an anime tv series, and possibly a project revolving around Creed’s daughter Amara. Michael B. Jordan, star of the series but now director, has been tapped to oversee this new universe.

Do you think a Creed-verse is a good idea or a bad idea? What Creed related stories are you interested in seeing? Let me know your thoughts down in the comments below!

Episode 214: Best Movie Ensembles

It takes a village to make a movie and it takes a great ensemble cast to make a movie memorable. This week, in honor of the success of Everything Everywhere All At Once, Nate and Josh give their picks for the best movie ensembles of all time! They also break down the past week’s movie news including:

Michael B. Jordan heading up a “Creed-verse” for MGM and Amazon

The Last of Us series to adapt second game over multiple seasons

Batman: Caped Crusader finds a home at Amazon, getting at least two seasons

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Dead by Daylight Movie Coming From Blumhouse, James Wan

The popular trend in Hollywood these days is to adapt popular video games into big budget movies and TV shows, and now it looks like horror will be getting the same treatment. Blumhouse and James Wan’s Atomic Monster will be teaming up to adapt for the big screen a Dead by Daylight movie. Dead by Daylight is a popular 4v1 online multiplayer game where you either try to hunt down people or survive the night.

Are you a fan of Dead by Daylight? Do you think it could be adapted into a movie? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below in the comments section!

First Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem Trailer Looks Outstanding

The first trailer for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem has arrived. The film, written and produced by comedian Seth Rogen, looks to be taking heavy inspiration from Spider-Man Into the Spiderverse with its art style. While the trailer doesn’t give away much in terms of the film’s plot, it does seem to capture the essence of the turtles while being a fun hybrid of the dark comic book origins and some of the more comedic aspects of the turtles.

What did you think of the mutant mayhem trailer? Who’s your favorite of the Ninja turtles? Let me know down in the comments below!

Patty Jenkins, Kevin Feige Star Wars Movies Both Cancelled

While Lucasfilm has had success recently on the television front with shows like the Mandalorian, much has been made about the lack of production for Lucasfilm movies. There have been many Star Wars movies announced over the past few years with none really making any forward progress. Well, now it looks like two of the projects have been shelved indefinitely or outright canceled. Both Patty Jenkins and Kevin Feige’s Star Wars movies that they had been developing both have been scrapped a month out from Star Wars Celebration. According to sources, we’ll get a better understanding of the future of Star Wars films at Celebration this year.

What do you make of these cancellations? What do you think the future of Star Wars in movies is? Sound off down in the comments below!

Aaron Taylor-Johnson Joins Robert Eggers Nosferatu Movie

The cast continues to grow for Robert Eggers upcoming Nosferatu remake as the film has now tapped Aaron Taylor-Johnson to join the movie. Johnson is on a bit of a roll lately, garnering much critical acclaim for his role in the film Bullet Train and his name has been thrown around the latest James Bond reboot casting rumors.

Are you looking forward to this new Nosferatu movie? Are you a fan of Aaron Taylor-Johnson? Sound off down in the comments below!

John Bernthal Returning as The Punisher

Marvel’s Daredevil Born Again will begin filming in a few months and it looks like it has added another key cast member from the Netflix incarnations. John Bernthal looks to be reprising his role as the Punisher in the upcoming Daredevil TV series for Disney Plus. However, it’s unclear at this time if this is the same Punisher from the Netflix series or, more likely, if it’s some form of a variant since Marvel is keen on the whole multiverse concept currently.

Do you see the return of John Bernthal’s Punisher as a good thing or are you on the fence about his return? Let me know your thoughts down in the comments

Episode 213: Talkin’ Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

With the release of the first trailer for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem, Nate and Josh look at a franchise that they both love dearly, even if they don’t discuss it as often as others: TMNT itself. This week, they go over their fondest memories of the series as well as giving brief overviews on all the movies. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem trailer
  • Patty Jenkins and Kevin Feige’s Star Wars movies have both been shelved
  • Jon Bernthal returning as The Punisher in Daredevil: Born Again
  • Blumhouse developing a Dead by Daylight movie adaptation
  • Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been cast in Robert Egger’s upcoming Nosferatu movie

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Creed 3 Movie Review: Another Knockout For the Series?

Michael B. Jordan returns as Adonis Creed in Creed 3, this time in the director’s chair marking his directorial debut. The film sees Jonathan Majors as the movie’s primary antagonist Dame Anderson. Dame and Adonis have a serious history that makes for a tense encounter. Who will be the one standing when it’s all said and done?

Are you a fan of the Creed series? What’s your favorite Creed movie? Sound off down in the comments!

Sherlock Holmes 3 Director Says Robert Downey Jr Decides If Movie Will Happen

Fans of Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law Sherlock Holmes movies have been eagerly awaiting what lies in store for the duo next after Sherlock Holmes Game of Shadows was in theaters over 10 years ago. Since then, development on a Sherlock Holmes 3 has been very stop start with no real forward progress being made. Now, according to the director of the first two Sherlock Holmes movies, Guy Ritchie, a third Sherlock Holmes film being made is entirely up to Robert Downey Jr. Ritchie said that he would very much be interested in a third one, but that he is not the deciding factor on if the movie gets made.

What do you think the hold up is for a third Sherlock Holmes movie? Would you want to see a third movie? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down in the comments section!

New Lord of The Rings Movies Coming From Warner Brothers

The new leadership at Warner Bros. Discovery is hoping to go back to proven IPs that can guarantee a healthy box office. One of the most reliable brands in Warner Bros back pocket has always been Lord of the Rings and now it seems like Warner Brothers is keen to revisit that property as they have announced they are hard at work on new Lord of the Rings movies. The current time frame of when this will be set in Middle Earth has not been announced yet, but it is interesting that these movies could come out at the same time as Amazon’s TV series, Rings of Power.

Are you a Lord of the Rings fan? Do you think this is a good thing or a bad thing on Warner Brothers part? Sound off down in the comments below!

Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania Suffers Biggest Second Weekend Drop In MCU History

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has seen nothing but success since its inception back in 2008 with Iron Man. However lately, fans have criticized Marvel for inconsistent output and potentially putting out too much unconnected filler. But so far, this hasn’t stopped Marvel at the box office, until now. While Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania opened with a decent box office haul, the second weekend saw it completely tank marking the largest second weekend drop off in MCU history. While it still may be too early to tell if this is anything too serious, it’s certainly not a good look for the studio.

Do you think this is a big deal for Marvel? What do you attribute to Ant-Man not doing well at the box office? Let me know your thoughts down below in the comments!

IT Prequel Series Ordered By HBO, titled Welcome to Derry

After the huge commercial success of both IT movies, it should come as no surprise that Warner Brothers is hoping to utilize that franchise even more. HBO has now given the green light to produce an IT prequel series, most likely showcasing the origin of Pennywise, the dancing clown. Director Andy Muschietti is currently still hard at work on the upcoming Flash movie, but it is safe to assume he will have some form of involvement in the project.

Were you a fan of the new IT movies? Would you be interested in revisiting that property? Whatever your thoughts, let me know in the comments!

Nightwing and Other Characters Teased For James Gunn’s DCU

James Gunn continues to play coy about the future of his DC Cinematic Universe while teasing fans with little clues here and there. However, a big clue was dropped recently when Gunn responded to a fan survey. The survey asked fans which 10 characters they hoped to see in James Gunn’s new DC Universe. Names mentioned included Nightwing, Zatanna, Deathstroke, Jason Todd, Swamp Thing, the Court of Owls, Martian Manhunter and Brainiac. James Gunn then responded saying he currently has plans for 5 out of the 10 people listed, leading fans into a frenzy.

Which characters do you think James Gunn has plans for and why is it Nightwing? Who else do you want to see join the DC universe? Comment your best theories down in the comments section!

Live Action How To Train Your Dragon Movie Coming In 2025

One of the most beloved animated trilogies of all time is getting the live action treatment. Josh’s favorite franchise, How to Train Your Dragon, is getting turned into a live action movie with a release date of 2025. The good news though is that the film will be directed by the same guy that directed the entire animated trilogy. No word yet on casting but fingers crossed Gerald Butler can make the leap to the big screen and return to the franchise.

Are you a How to Train Your Dragon fan? Are you excited or cautious for a live action remake? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below!

I Am Legend Sequel Will Use Original Film’s Alternate Ending

A few months back, a sequel to the Will Smith movie I Am Legend was announced with Will Smith set to return as Robert Neville. This confused fans as the theatrical version of the film saw Neville’s character die in an act of self sacrifice. Well, now the studio has decided to retcon that decision and instead push forward using the film’s alternate ending, an ending in which Smith survived. The ending of I Am Legend has always been debated amongst fans but now it seems the studio may finally take a side on the debate. Or it be an excuse to bring back Will Smith.

Were you a fan of I Am Legend? Do you want to see a sequel? Sound off down in the comments section!

Disney Making Toy Story 5, Frozen 3, and Zootopia 2

In a recent earnings call, Disney announced some new animated sequels to beloved films that fans can look forward to in the future. Some make sense while others left fans scratching their heads. Disney announced they are working on Frozen 3 and Zootopia 2, franchises that make lots of sense to continue. They also said they are making Toy Story 5, which has divided fans of the series claiming the franchise already had a perfect ending with Toy Story 3 and an ok ending in Toy Story 4.

What do you think of Disney making these sequel plans? Any of these projects you are more excited for than others? Comment your thoughts down below in the comments!

Episode 212: Best Movies of the 2010’s

Having looked at the 90’s and the 2000’s, Nate and Josh look back at the most recent completed decade in movies with the 2010’s. They look back at the best movies from each year from 2010 to 2019 and try to figure out which reign supreme. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

How to Train Your Dragon getting live action remake in 2025, will be directed by original films director

Disney working on sequels to Toy Story, Frozen, and Zootopia

James Gunn continues to tease future DC character appearances, hinting at 5 fan favorite characters

I Am Legend 2 will follow original film’s alternate ending, one where Will Smith survived

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Ant-Man and The Wasp Quantumania Movie Review

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is the first film in Marvel’s Phase 5. The film sees the return of Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lilly as Ant-Man and the Wasp as the go up against the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s next big bad, Kang the Conqueror played by Jonathan Majors. Director Peyton Reed wraps up his Ant-Man trilogy on a much larger, or should we say smaller scale, but does the film deliver on the fun?

Check out Nathan’s spoiler free thoughts on the movie!

What did you think of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania? What do you think of the current state of Marvel? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below!

AMC Being Dumb Again, Charging People More Money For Better Seats

Ever since 2020 movie theaters have had a bit of a rough go of it but none more so than AMC theaters. Part of it is self-inflicted and part of it is just bad luck. But AMC continues to make bad choices and their most recent choice may be the dumbest one yet. AMC theaters will now be changing their prices depending on where your seat in the theater is. For example, the first two or three rows of your theater might be a dollar to cheaper, but middle seats, the ideal seats, will now be more expensive. AMC theaters is hoping that people will adopt this trend like they have for sporting events and concerts.

What do you think of AMC’s decision here? Do you think it’s smart or do you think it’s dumb? Whatever your thoughts, let us know down in the comments below

James Mangold In Talks To Direct DC’s Swamp Thing Movie

One of the many projects James Gunn announced with his upcoming DC chapter 1, was a live-action Swamp Thing movie. Comic fans got very excited about this prospect as Swamp Thing is a beloved fan favorite character. Well, now it seems as though the heads at DC may have found the guy to direct this movie. Logan and Ford v Ferrari director James Mangold is reportedly in talks to helm the creature feature. Mangold has previously stated his enjoyment for the character, so this should come as no surprise and demonstrates the talent that DC is hoping to get on board for future projects.

Are you a fan of either Swamp Thing or James Mangold? Do you think this is a good pairing of the two? Whatever your thoughts, let us know down in the comments below!

Multiple Batfamily Members Confirmed For Next Batman Movie

Recently it was confirmed by James Gunn that Robin will appear in the next Batman movie. However, the Robin will be Damian Wayne, Bruce Wayne’s biological son. Peter Safran, the co-CEO of DC Studios alongside James Gunn has now come out and confirmed that Damian Wayne will not be the only member of the Batfamily that we see in The Brave and the Bold. Comic book fans are well familiar with multiple Robins spanning the different decades. All the Robins went on to various personas over the years with Dick Grayson becoming Nightwing, Jason Todd becoming the Red Hood, and Tim Drake even be coming Red Robin. With this confirmation from Peter Safran, we could be seeing anyone of the previous Robins or some other members of the Batfamily.

What members of the Batfamily are your favorite? Who do you hope to see in the Brave and the Bold or in the near future in the DCU? Comment your best theories or hopes down in the comments below!

Horror Movie Updates: Backrooms Movie, A Quiet Place Prequel, and I Know What You Did Last Summer

We’ve got a horror movie news update triple header this week! A Quiet Place: Day One, a prequel to the hit 2018 movie A Quiet Place, has now begun filming. The film is being helmed by the director of Nicholas Cage’s Pig which saw much critical acclaim. The popular YouTube shorts series The Backrooms will be getting turned in to its own horror movie from famed production company A24. And lastly for horror news this week, Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt are expected to return for a new I Know What You Did Last Summer film. The film is expected to be a somewhat reboot in the same vein as Halloween 2018 and Scream 5.

Which of these horror news items are you the most excited for? Are you a Backrooms or a I Know What You Did Last Summer fan? Whatever your thoughts sound off down in the comments below!

Episode 211: Best Movies of the 2000’s

Nate and Josh look at the next decade in their mini series looking back at decades in film. This week, they look at the 2000’s and the best of that decade. They give their thoughts on the best movie from every year from 2000 to 2009. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

James Mangold in talks to direct DC’s Swamp Thing movie

Peter Safran confirms multiple members of the Batfamily will appear in The Brave and the Bold

AMC Theaters changing ticket prices depending on seat locations

Horror Movie Updates

  • The Backrooms, a popular Youtube horror short film, getting turned into a feature film by A24
  • A sequel to I Know What You Did Last Summer is in the works, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr are expected to return
  • A Quiet Place: Day One, a prequel movie to the original film, has begun filming

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The Last of Us Renewed For Second Season

The Last of Us has been nothing short of a massive success for HBO and showed how good video game adaptations can be with true love and care. As much, the show has been renewed for a second season on HBO Max. Creator and showrunner Neil Druckman has confirmed that the second season will follow the events of the second game. The Last of Us 2 is well known for being divisive amongst fans, could the show potentially face the same backlash?

Are you a fan of The Last of Us? Do you think the showrunners can success win fans over that didn’t love The Last of Us 2? Comment your thoughts down in the comments section below!

Shazam Fury of The Gods Second Trailer, Does It Build Up Hype?

Shazam Fury of the Gods is getting closer and closer to release, so a new trailer was dropped to get fans hyped! The trailer shows more of the movies story while also continuing to tease the film’s much upgraded scale and scope. However, someone wasn’t super in love with the trailer. Check out Nate and Josh’s reaction and breakdown of the second Shazam Fury of the Gods trailer.

Are you excited for Shazam Fury of the Gods? Did you like the second trailer more than Nate did? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below!

Doom Patrol, Titans Cancelled; Will End After Current Seasons

DC is currently undergoing massive changes in both its film and television divisions and some projects will be seeing their end. Doom Patrol and Titans are the latest DC shows to be cancelled, both getting until the end of their current season to wrap storylines up. While it is not currently known, it’s not out of the realm of possibility to assume these characters could show up again someday in James Gunn’s DC Universe.

Were you a fan of Titans or Doom Patrol? Will you be missing these shows? Comment your thoughts down below!

Willem Dafoe Added To Cast Of Robert Egger’s Nosferatu

The white whale for horror fans, Robert Egger’s adaptation of Nosferatu, is one step closer to becoming a reality. Earlier in the year, Bill Skarsgard was cast as the titular lead. Now, famed actor and Eggers collaborator Willem Dafoe has been added to the film. While his role has not yet been revealed, Nate is hoping for a Renfield type character for the former Green Goblin actor.

Are you excited for this Nosferatu movie? What role do you see Dafoe playing in the flick? Sound off with your best guesses down in the comments!

Episode 210: James Gunn Unveils DC Movie and TV Slate

After much anticipation from not so patient fans, including Nate and Josh themselves, James Gunn finally took to social media to unveil part of the opening chapter of his new DC Universe. Gunn revealed several movies and tv shows that we can expect to see in the coming years. Nate and Josh break it all down as well as discussing the past week’s movie news including:

The Last of Us renewed for a second season

Shazam Fury of the Gods Trailer 2

Titans and Doom Patrol officially ending with their current seasons

Willem Dafoe joining the cast of Robert Egger’s Nosferatu movie

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Michael Jackson Biopic In The Works, Is It A Good Idea?

Antoine Fuqua, director of The Equalizer and Training Day, will be helming a biopic about the king of pop himself, Michael Jackson. The film will be written by the writer of Bohemian Rhapsody so Nate and Josh are already skeptical. Michael Jackson is one of the biggest names in music history, but one that comes with a lot of baggage that may be tricky to portray on the big screen.

Would you be interested in a Michael Jackson biopic? How do you think they should approach this movie? Whatever your opinions, comment them down below!

Tron 3 In The Works With Jared Leto As The Lead

With it being rumored for the longest time, it has been confirmed that we will be getting a third Tron movie. The film, title Tron Ares, will star Jared Leto in the lead role but not much else is known about the project currently. However, Nate and Josh have their reservations about the film’s potential.

Are you a fan of the Tron series? Are you excited to see a third installment? Whatever your thoughts, comment them down below!

Matt Reeves Producing Buster Keaton Biopic Series, Starring Rami Malek

The Batman director Matt Reeves is hard at work on the sequel for the acclaimed superhero film. But, in the meantime, he’s taking on a rather surprising project. Reeves will be developing a biopic series about Hollywood legend Buster Keaton, who will be played Rami Malek. Not much is currently known about the project, but with Matt Reeves attached to it, it’s sure to be a must watch project!

Are you curious to see a Buster Keaton series? Are you a fan of Rami Malek? Sound off down in the comments!

New Friday the 13th Movie FINALLY In The Works

Despite the very messy legal battle and the rights to the franchise being all kinds of scattered, a new Friday the 13th movie is reportedly in development. The film is being heading up by original film director Sean S. Cunningham who was in the middle of the prolonged lawsuit against original film screenwriter Victor Miller. The rights to the franchise was split between the two parties who are now pursing their own versions separate from each other.

What do you think of Sean S. Cunningham trying to make a new Friday the 13th movie? Sound off down in the comments!

2023 Academy Award Nominations Breakdown

The 2023 Academy Award nominees have been named and there were some big winners this year. Everything, Everywhere All At Once and The Banshees of Inishiren both received a lot of praise from the Academy. Top Gun Maverick even received quite a bit of love from The Academy. Nate and Josh breakdown all the nominees and give their picks for who they think has the best chances of winning.

What do you think the biggest surprises this year were? What do you think will win Best Picture?

Give us your best guesses in the comments below!

Episode 209: Best Movies of the 90’s

The Academy Awards gave the full list of their nominations this week and this got Nate thinking, What was actually the best movie of every year? So this week, he and Josh start a mini series looking at what they think are actually the best movies of every year, starting with the 1990’s. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

2023 Academy Award Nominations

Antoine Fuqua directing a Michael Jackson biopic

Tron Ares, starring Jared Leto, begins filming this August

Rami Malek starring as Buster Keaton in biopic series produced by Matt Reeves

A Friday the 13th reboot movie is in the works with original film director Sean S. Cunningham

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Matt Reeves Gives The Batman 2 Update, Meeting With James Gunn Soon

After the success of 2022’s The Batman, fans are eagerly awaiting what comes next from director Matt Reeves. Reeves has now given an update stating that he is hard at work on the script for The Batman 2. This probably means that the film is still a long way off but still exciting news nonetheless. reeves has also said that he has a meeting with new DC Studios head James Gunn in the coming weeks to discuss future plans for both universes.

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Warner Brothers Discovery Looking To Sell Its Music Library

In another move designed to reduce the companies massive debt, Warner Brothers Discovery is potentially looking at selling its immense music library. The library is currently valued at around $1 billion dollars and could help reduce WBD’s debt their inherited from AT&T. Selling music has become a popular trend in the industry as several big name artists have already sold their preexisting music libraries as well.

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Mandalorian Season 3 Drops New Trailer

Fans are anxiously awaiting the return of The Mandalorian and Grogu and wanting to see where their adventures take them next. During the Monday Night Football Wild Card Game, Disney dropped a new trailer for the third season of their hit show, The Mandalorian. While the trailer is light on plot details, it does still get fans excited for what could potentially be coming for our favorite Mando.

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The Last of Us Episode 1 Review

The highly anticipated HBO adaptation of The Last of Us video game is finally here. The debut episode saw huge numbers for HBO Max, being one of their biggest debuts since 2010. Nate and Josh give their full thoughts on the first episode, the faithfulness to the games and much more! What did you think of the first episode of The Last of Us? Comment your thoughts down below in the comments!

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Episode 208: Best Looking Movies

Movies are a visually medium so this week Nate and Josh look at the best of the best when it comes to the visual spectacle of film. They give their thoughts on what they think are the best looking movies of all time. They also breakdown the past weeks movie news including:

Mandalorian season 3 trailer

The Last of Us episode 1 review

Matt Reeves says he is hard at work writing the script for The Batman 2, meeting with James Gunn soon

Warner Brothers Discovery interested in selling their music library

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Episode 207: 2023 Movie Predictions

With a new year, it’s a whole new world of possibilities. This week, it’s Nate and Josh’s favorite episode each year: 2023 Movie Predictions! The two of them try to look at the year ahead and figure out what will be the biggest hits, misses and everything in between. They also predict what they think will be the biggest stories in the world of movies in 2023.

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Episode 206: Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies Of 2023

With 2023 now here comes plenty of new and exciting movies! To ring in the new year, Nate and Josh look ahead to the movies and shows they are the most looking forward to in 2023. They also give a quick update about the future of Uncharted Media and give a tease of what’s to come!

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The Brilliance Of Top Gun Maverick’s Secret Villain

Top Gun Maverick was one of the biggest box office success stories of 2022, dominating the box office for months on end. However, some people brought up the interesting fact that there is no named bad guy in the film. There isn’t a specific country the Navy is fighting against, only that they need to get rid of an illegal facility. But Nate believes that’s because the movie is about something, and that thing is the real “villain” of Top Gun Maverick. Check out Nate’s thoughts on why time, and it’s many consequences is the main driving force of Top Gun Maverick.

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Is God of War: Ragnarok worth the hype?

The highly anticipated sequel to God of War 2018, God of War: Ragnarok is finally here! Josh has been anxiously awaiting this game and now that he’s finished it the question remains: did it live up to the hype? Check out Josh’s spoiler free thoughts on the latest hit game from Santa Monica Studios!

Episode 205: Best and Worst of 2022

As 2022 comes to end, Nate and Josh look back on the year that was in movies. They look back on the best and worst movies, best moments, underrated movies and much much more! Check out and be sure to share with other fellow movie fans!

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Episode 204: James Gunn Fully Rebooting The DCU?

Right before Nate and Josh were about to start a different discussion centered podcast episode, a massive article from The Hollywood Reporter dropped detailing the future of the DCU. In it, it says that numerous projects are in limbo or even outright canceled. There has even been some dispute as to whether the DCU under James Gunn is going for a full on reboot or not. Nate and Josh break it all down on this week’s episode. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 trailer breakdown

Indiana Jones 5 titled Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, teaser drops at CCXP 2022

Last of Us trailer looks nearly perfect

Transformers Rise of the Beasts trailer

Marvel reportedly reevaluating Phase 5 and 6 releases after Phase 4 feedback

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Episode 203: Favorite By Favorites

Nate and Josh try a new series this week as they take your suggestions! This week, they asked you guys to name your favorite actors and directors and then they will say their favorite projects by those individuals. They also break down the past week’s movie news including:

New Super Mario movie trailer

Glass Onion makes $15 million with only 696 theater release

Amazon planning to release 12 to 15 movies in theaters in 2023

Legendary and Sony Pictures announce multi year partnership

Black Panther Wakanda Forever producer says Namor still belongs to Universal

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Episode 202: Chapek Out, Iger Back In; Massive Disney Shakeup!

In a huge shock to the entertainment world, Disney CEO Bob Chapek has been removed from his position and replaced with former Disney CEO Bob Iger. Nate and Josh breakdown the whole situation, what it could mean, how Iger can fix Disney and much more! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Jason Blum’s Blumhouse and James Wan’s Atomic Monster to merge into one studio

Fast X’s budget is reportedly $340 million

Amazon developing multiple Spider-Man spinoff tv series, starting with a Silk series

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Episode 201: Best Costume Designs in Movies

Costumes and costume design are an element of filmmaking that can often go overlooked. This week, Nate and Josh wanted to shine a light on this often overlooked area in movies and discuss their picks for best costume designs. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Legendary Batman voice actor Kevin Conroy passes away

James Gunn teases Lobo and Mister Terrific, Zaslav promises more unified universe

John Wick Chapter 4 trailer

Disney Plus developing Indiana Jones spinoff show, potentially about Indy’s mentor

Free Guy and Real Steel director Shawn Levy in talks to direct Star Wars movie

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Uncharted Media Podcast 200th Episode Special

The day is finally here, the BIG 200! The Uncharted Media Podcast celebrates 200 episodes by looking back at the funniest, most random, most memorable, and most impactful moments from the show. Nate and Josh couldn’t have done it with all your love and support so this episode is for you guys! Hope you enjoy and share with other movie fans.

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Episode 199: Was Jar Jar Binks A Sith Lord?

The time has finally come, the time to fulfill a promise. Now that the Uncharted Media YouTube Channel reached 700 subscribers before the end of 2022, Nate and Josh must live up to the promise Nate made to dedicate a full podcast discussion to the Star Wars theory of whether or not Jar Jar Binks was actually a Sith Lord. They begrudgingly discuss the topic as well as talk about the past week in movie news including:

Liam Hemsworth replacing Henry Cavill for the Witcher season 4

Green Lantern HBO series being reworked as a John Stewart series

Vision getting his own Disney Plus spinoff series

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in talks lead Disney Plus’s Wonder Man series

A24 developing Friday the 13th prequel series for Peacock, titled Crystal Lake

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Episode 198: Scariest Horror Movie Moments

Without Halloween next Monday, Nate and Josh wrap up this year’s spooky season looking at the movie moments that scared them the most! This week, they take their picks for the scariest scenes in horror movies. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

James Gunn, Peter Safran leading DC Studios at WB Discovery

Henry Cavill is back as Superman, where should his story go next?

Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania drops first official trailer

The Conjuring 4 in the works, written by the writer of Aquaman 2

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Episode 197: Scariest Non-Horror Movie Moments

Sometimes the scariest movie moments can come from movies that were never even intended to be scary. This week, Nate and Josh discuss just that subject as they look at the scariest movie moments that don’t come from horror movies. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

New Superman movie with Henry Cavill returning in the early stages

MASSIVE DC UPDATE:

Matt Reeves developing multiple movies for Batman villains, eyeing Scarecrow, Clayface, Professor Pyg

James Gunn working with DC on mystery movie

Flash sequel script currently being written

Creed 3 trailer

Harrison Ford cast as Thunderbolt Ross in the MCU

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Episode 196: Halloween Franchise Breakdown

In honor of the seemingly final Halloween movie, Halloween Ends, coming to theaters this week, Nate and Josh give a full breakdown of the iconic horror franchise. They look at all the various timelines and plotlines that have happened over the 40 plus years of Halloween. They also break down the past week’s movie news including:

Marvel shuts down pre production on Blade, delays Blade, Deadpool 3, Fantastic Four, and Secret Wars

Super Mario Trailer

Five Nights at Freddie’s movie officially a go

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Episode 195: Turning Movies Into Horror Movies

In the spirit of the spooky season, Nate and Josh decide to have some fun this week and turn some movies on their heads. They look at some non scary movies and pitch how they would turn them into great horror movies. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Hugh Jackman returning as Wolverine in Deadpool 3

Black Panther Wakanda Forever Trailer 2

Blade director drops out of project two months before filming was expected to start

Armor Wars now transitioning from Disney Plus series to movie

HBO Max under investigation for lying about subscription numbers

Bill Skarsgard added to cast of Robert Eggers Nosferatu movie

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Episode 194: Drafting A Movie Fantasy Football Team

We are in the midst of fall and the football season. So, this week Nate and Josh combine the worlds of football and film to create the ultimate movie football squad! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

First Last of Us trailer

New Fantastic Four writers already planning sequels, casting only now starting

Next Bond actor expected to stay with the role for 10 to 12 years

Cloverfield sequel officially in the works

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Episode 193: Movie Tropes We’ll Always Love

Sometimes movies can have certain cliches or tropes that show up over and over again. However, certain tropes will always get enjoyment out of a section of the audience. This week, Nate and Josh take a look at their favorite movie tropes. They also look at the past week’s movie news including:

Warner Brothers developing a Constantine sequel movie with Keanu Reeves

Disney removes Patty Jenkins’ Rogue Squadron movie from upcoming release schedule

Antman and Wasp Quantumania writer Jeff Loveness tapped to write Avengers Kang Dynasty

New Karate Kid movie coming 2024, not connected to Cobra Kai

The Strangers getting a new three film reboot series

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Episode 192: D23 2022 Recap

D23, Disney massive convention for all things theme parks, movies, and entertainment, wrapped up this past weekend. However, unlike previous D23’s, this year didn’t have a large number of announcements coming out of the event. However, Nate and Josh still go over all the news that did come out of the Mouse House’s biggest party. They also go over the past week’s movie news including:

Knives Out Glass Onion trailer

Final Black Adam trailer

Eman Esfandi cast as Ezra Bridger in the Ahsoka show

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Episode 191: Are Extended Cuts Good Or Cash Grabs

With the release of Spider-Man No Way Home: More Fun Edition, Nate and Josh look at the popular movie trend of producing extended versions of popular movies. They weigh whether this can be a good thing or a blatant cash grab. They also break down the past week’s movie news including:

DC Fandome canceled for the year, unlikely to return

Top Gun Maverick tops box office in 15th week

D23 2022 Predictions

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Episode 190: Random Movie Memories

This week, Nate and Josh have some fun as the think back to random memories they have that are somehow connected back to movies. They also breakdown the past weeks movie news including:

Wandavision director Matt Shakman being eyed to direct Marvel’s Fantastic Four

Dan Lin reportedly in talks to take up DC’s Kevin Feige role

Shazam 2 and Aquaman 2 both delayed; Shazam 2 to March 2023, Aquaman 2 to December 2023

Legendary Pictures potentially leaving partnership with Warner Brothers

Weird, Weird Al “biopic”, trailer arrives

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Episode 189: Video Game Adaptations We Want

With the small teaser for The Last of Us show on HBO, Nate and Josh thought it would be interesting to pick their choices for other video games they would like to see adapted next. They try not to pick anything that’s been done before or is in active development. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Cineworld, parent company of Regal Cinemas, has filed for bankruptcy

Matt Reeves signs multi-year first look deal with Warner Brothers Discovery, currently writing The Batman 2

Halloween Ends to release in theaters and on Peacock on the same day

Embracer Group acquires the rights to Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit

King Kong series coming to Disney Plus, supposedly an origin story

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Episode 188: Our Movie Hot Takes

Everyone has those controversial movie opinions that are different from the norm. Nate and Josh have plenty of hot takes when it comes to the world of movies and that’s what this week’s discussion is all about! They also go over the past week’s movie news including:

Warner Bros Discovery considering three options for The Flash, Ezra Miller apologizes

DC TV showrunner Greg Berlanti being considered for DC’s Feige role

The Rock turned down an appearance in Shazam, a disservice to the character?

DC Shakeup – What’s staying/ What’s cancelled?

Kung Fu Panda 4 announced for March 8th 2024 release

Warner Bros remaking Wizard of Oz…….yes really

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Episode 187: Rescue Heroes, Stranger Things and Your Questions!

With a relatively slow movie news week, Nate and Josh ask you guys for questions for the discussion and you delivered! Questions like: What movie would have worked better as a tv show and who should have died in Stranger Things? They look at all that and much more as well as the past week’s movie news including:

Warner Bros Discovery investor meeting

Lady Gaga officially added to Joker sequel, movie will be a musical 

A new Friday the 13th movie likely to be announced before the end of the year

Tom Cruise and Christopher McQuarrie developing more projects together, including a Les Grossman project

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Episode 186: Recasting the DC Universe With MCU Actors

In a follow up to a previous episode where Nate and Josh recasted the Marvel Cinematic Universe with DC actors, this time it’s the opposite! They will be recasting the main players in the DC film universe with MCU actors. They also take a look back at the week’s biggest movie news topics including:

Batgirl movie canceled, not seen as an event movie

Ben Affleck returning as Batman for Aquaman 2

Former Disney films head Alan Horn brought in as consultant to Warner Bros Discovery’s film division

Fantastic Four movie won’t be an origin story says Kevin Feige

A Creed spinoff movie centered around Viktor Drago is in development, Stallone furious

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Episode 185: Best and Worst of Comic-Con 2022

After years away due to you-know-what, San Diego Comic Con was back with fans in attendance! Nate and Josh give a full rundown on the events lineup including all the biggest announcements, surprises and disappointments. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Halloween Ends Trailer

Mortal Kombat 2 officially a go, first film’s director returning

Live action Eragon series in the works at Disney Plus

Vince McMahon retires from WWE, Triple H takes over as head of creative

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Episode 184: Fixing Bad Movie Endings

Sometimes movie just really don’t stick the landing. Sometimes it’s fun to think about the hypothetical. This week, Nate and Josh look at some bad movie endings and then look at small or big changes they would have made to improve the movie. They also break down the past week’s movie news including:

Ms.Marvel introduces Mutants to the MCU

Batgirl movie delayed to 2023, likely a theatrical release

Nintendo acquires Dynamo Pictures, an animation company, and renames it Nintendo Pictures

San Diego Comic Con 2022 Final Predictions

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Episode 183: Is The MCU Losing Steam?

Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been divisive amongst fans with many citing this as the weakest Phase of the MCU so far. This week, Nate and Josh look at whether the MCU has lost some wind in their sails lately and what they can do to get back their momentum. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Cloverfield Paradox director tackling the next Captain America movie

Dwayne Johnson teases Superman appearance in upcoming Black Adam movie

Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio returning for Echo series on Disney Plus

Next James Bond to be a “reinvention” of the character, won’t start filming for at least 2 years

Godzilla vs Kong sequel coming to theaters March 15th, 2024

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Episode 182: Stranger Things 4 Finale Theories and Predictions

The Stranger Things season 4 finale is right around the corner and Nate and Josh couldn’t be any more excited. To get ready for the finale, they look at the show as a whole as well as give their thoughts on season 4. They also give their thoughts and predictions for the season 4 finale! This week’s movie news includes:

Disney CEO Bob Chapek gets new contract extension

The Invisible Man director Leigh Whannell in talks to direct new The Green Hornet and Kato movie for Universal

Top Gun Maverick crosses $1 billion at the box office, are theaters back to normal?

Emma Roberts cast in upcoming Madame Web movie

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Episode 181: Best and Worst Super Powers

We’ve all wanted super powers at one point or another. Some powers would be great, while others are creative. But some super powers are an embarrassment to the name super. This week, Nate and Josh discuss the best and the worst when it comes to comic book super powers! They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Warner Bros reportedly has no plans to ever work with Ezra Miller again after The Flash

Kevin Feige says Phase 5 plans and the next MCU Saga will be revealed soon

Guy Ritchie reteaming with Disney to direct live action Hercules movie

Jon Snow sequel series coming to HBO

Paramount and Nick animation have three Avatar movies in development

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Episode 180: Movies With Biggest Splits Between Critics and Audiences

Sometimes, critics and audiences don’t agree but what about those times that they REALLY don’t agree? This week, Nate and Josh look at some movies with HUGE differences between how critics viewed the film and how audiences viewed them! They also breakdown the past weeks movie news including: 

Black Adam trailer reaction

Joker 2 titled Joker: Folie à Deux (Madness for Two)

Thunderbolts movie is officially announced

Paramount developing a Sleepy Hollow reboot movie

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Episode 179: Best Book to Movie Adaptations

Turning beloved books into movies is a popular trend in Hollywood, but which are the cream of the crop when it comes to adaptations? This week, Nate is joined by friend and horror writer Ivan Lopez as the two discuss the best book to movie adaptations. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

WarnerBros Discovery reportedly wants to scrap all current Superman projects in development and start fresh with a Henry Cavill led Superman movie

Marvel reportedly looking at big name directors for their upcoming Fantastic Four movie

Disney’s Strange World trailer

Neve Campbell not returning for SCREAM 6

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Episode 178: Movies Still Stuck In Development Hell

Some movies are just truly doomed and can never really get off the starting blocks. Some film projects have been in the works for so long and consistently stall out, that fans are left to wonder if they will ever come out at all. This week, Nate and Josh take a look at those movies perpetually stuck in a state of both being and not existing. They also break down the past week’s movie news including:

Warner Brothers head stepping down, Joker director to serve as DC films advisor

Andor Trailer

Pinocchio trailer

Winnie the Pooh as a slasher movie?

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Episode 177: Movies That Escaped Development Hell

Development Hell is when a movie gets stuck in a state of limbo for a really long time. Usually this is a sign a film won’t be coming out, but every once and a while, a movie will emerge from the depths! In honor of Obi-Wan finally emerging from development hell, Nate and Josh look at those movies that survived a very, very long development period. They also talk the past week’s movie news including:

Thor Love and Thunder Trailer

Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One trailer

Daredevil Disney Plus series in the works

All future DC movies to be theatrically released, Wonder Twins movie canceled for being “too niche”, WarnerBros Discovery not happy with Bad Robot’s lack of production

Margot Robbie starring in Ocean’s Eleven prequel set in the 1960’s

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Episode 176: Movie Cliches We Hate

There are some cliches and tropes that just keep popping up in movies time and time again, whether audiences like them or not. So, this week, Nate and Josh look at some of those cliches that they hate the most. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

She Hulk trailer

Prey teaser trailer, coming to Hulu

Hayden Panettiere returning as Kirby for Scream 6

Netflix considering 45 day theatrical window for Knives Out 2

Star Wars offers huge movie updates via Vanity Fair

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Episode 175: Our Top 10 Favorite Comic Book Movies

To celebrate the release of Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness, Nate and Josh countdown their all time favorite comic book movies! The movies have to be made by a major comic book company and have spent at least a little bit of time in theaters to be considered. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Avatar The Way of Water Teaser

Is Reed Richards already cast in the MCU?

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Episode 174: Future Uncharted Media Projects and Other Fan Questions

Nate is flying solo this week so he answers your submitted questions! Topics range from theme park ideas, future Uncharted Media projects and lots more! He also discusses the past week’s movie news including:

Jon Watts no longer directing Marvel’s Fantastic Four movie

Viola Davis returning as Amanda Waller in a Peacemaker spinoff show on HBO Max, will also be an executive producer

Wonder Twins movie reportedly canceled

A Quiet Place spinoff titled A Quiet Place: Day One

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Episode 173: CinemaCon 2022 Recap

CinemaCon is here, showcasing all the big projects coming to the theaters soon from all the major studios. Nate an Josh breakdown all the big headlines coming out of the event. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Justin Lin exiting director role for Fast X

WarnerBros Discovery considering theatrical release for Batgirl movie

JJ Abrams’ Bad Robot producing a Hot Wheels movie

Is Netflix in trouble?

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Episode 172: Massive Overhaul Coming To DC

With the merger between Warner Brothers and Discovery now completed, Discovery is set to make huge changes to the worlds of DC in film and tv. Discovery is reportedly keen on maximizing DC to its full potential and using all of its characters especially Superman. Nate and Josh discuss the whole situation as well as discuss the new Thor: Love and Thunder trailer!

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Episode 171: Can Video Game Adaptations Work?

After the huge success of Sonic 2, Nate and Josh circle back to their very first podcast discussion topic: Can video game adaptations work? A lot has changed since that first episode so they give their thoughts on the current landscape as well as talking the past week’s movie news. News topics include:

Stranger Things Season 4 trailer

Peter Ramsey, director of Spider-Man Into the Spiderverse, to direct Ahsoka Disney Plus series

HBO Max developing Aqualad origin series, produced by Charlize Theron

Riley returning for National Treasure Disney Plus show

Adam Project actor Walker Scobell cast as lead for Percy Jackson Disney Plus series

A Spirit Halloween movie starring Christopher Lloyd and Rachel Leigh Cook in the works

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Episode 170: Worst Movies We’ve Ever Seen

They can’t all be winners here folks! Some movies try their best but really end up stinking. This week, Nate and Josh relive the worst movies they’ve ever had the misfortunate for watching and hilarity ensues. They also breakdown the past weeks movie news including:

Bill Skarsgard cast in The Crow reboot, set to film in June, Rupert Sanders directing

Jason Kilar, Ann Sarnoff exiting WarnerMedia once company is merged with Discover

Two Sherlock Holmes spinoff series in the works at HBO Max, produced by the Downeys

Netflix making Spy Kids reboot, director Robert Rodriquez returning

Mandalorian Season 3 wraps filming

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Episode 169: Best Snapshots in Movies

Some movie images have the potential to stick with an audience forever. If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a single frame of a movie can speak volumes! This week, Nate and Josh discuss their all time favorite shots in movies. They also breakdown the past weeks movie news including:

Top Gun Maverick trailer

Marvel developing Nova project with Moon Knight writer

First look at Nicolas Cage as Dracula in Renfield movie revealed by People magazine

Sharon Stone cast as villain Victoria Kord in Blue Beetle movie

IT prequel series in the works at HBO Max

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Episode 168: The Batman: What Next?

The Batman continues to dominate at the box office, impressing both critics and audiences alike. Now that the film has been out for a bit, its time to take a look ahead at what may be in store for these Matt Reeves Batman movies. Nate and Josh discuss what they think The Batman sets up for future sequels as well as what they hope to see someday. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Kenobi Trailer

Christopher Lloyd cast in Mandalorian season 3

DC shuffles release dates around: League of Super Pets and Black Adam delayed , Aquaman and The Flash delayed to 2023, Shazam Fury of the Gods moved up to December 2022

HBO Max and Discovery Plus to merge into one mega app

Shawn Levy tapped to direct Deadpool 3

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Episode 167: Movies With The Wrong Rating

Just because a movie has a specific rating like PG or R doesn’t mean that that is the rating it REALLY should have. Movies have a long history of not always being given the the most accurate rating by the ratings committee. This week, Nate and Josh look at some examples of movies with the wrong rating and what they SHOULD actually be rated. They also breakdown the past weeks movie news including:

The Batman spinoff focusing on Arkham Asylum coming to HBO Max 10:13

Marvel Netflix shows coming to Disney Plus March 16th 18:36

AMC raising ticket prices for The Batman, testing new pricing system 29:47

Fede Alvarez writing and directing new Alien film 37:59

I Am Legend sequel in development starring Will Smith and Michael B Jordan 48:00

Discussion: 54:24

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Episode 166: Best and Worst Batman Movie Moments

We are all massively hyped for the arrival of Matt Reeves’s The Batman movie starring Robert Pattinson. So, to celebrate the film’s arrival we take a look back at the highs and lows of the Caped Crusader on film with his best and worst moments. We also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Sony exec Tom Rothman considers Uncharted a new “hit franchise”

Fantastic Beast Secrets of Dumbledore trailer 2

Indiana Jones 5 wraps filming

Beetlejuice sequel reportedly in the works with Keaton and Ryder expected to return

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Episode 165: All Movie News Special

Paramount announced a flurry of new projects set to debut on their streaming service Paramount Plus. Along with all of those announcements, there was a ton of movie news this week so Nate and Josh cover it all in this all movie news episode of the podcast. This week’s topics include:

Peacemaker getting a second season at HBO Max 

Stranger Things season 4 split in two parts, Season 5 will be the final season 

Kevin Feige says Endgame was the final Avengers movie

Fred Hechlinger cast as Chameleon in Kraven the Hunter movie 

Wonder Twins movie in the works at HBO Max

Paramount investors day announcements   

  • Bundling with Showtime
  • Home of all Paramount movies starting 2024
  • New TMNT movie getting 2023 theatrical release, animated villain movie releases
  • Sonic 3 happening, as is Knuckles spinoff
  • South Park leaving HBO Max for PP in 2025
  • A Quiet Place Part 3 coming 2025
  • New Transformers movie to kick off new trilogy
  • Blues Big Adventure movie coming later this year
  • Live action Dora inspired by the movie coming
  • Fourth Star Trek in the works, shooting next year, main cast all returning

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Episode 164: Super Bowl 2022 Trailers Recap

Another year, another Super Bowl with plenty of big movie trailers to talk about! Nate and Josh breakdown all the big trailers from the big game weekend as well as discussing the past week’s movie news including:

Marvel preparing to regain control of Netflix characters and shows

Russell Crowe added to Kraven the Hunter movie

Lord of the Rings film and gaming rights up for sale

Obi-Wan coming May 25th

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Episode 163: Funniest Movie Moments

Everyone loves a good ol’ fashioned laugh and there are certain movie moments that are always sure to do just that! Nate and Josh discuss their go to favorite funny moments in movies. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

2022 Academy Award Nominations

Warner Brothers sued over Matrix Resurrections HBO Max release

Dakota Johnson cast as Madame Web in upcoming Sony film

Is MoviePass making a comeback?

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Episode 162: Is Movie Creativity Dead?

Movie fans nowadays lament about the lack of originality in film and they aren’t fully wrong in that regard. This week, Nate and Josh look at the issue of creativity in modern movie making as well as why it may not be as bad as we think it is. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Halo series trailer teases epic action

James Gunn hints at another The Suicide Squad spinoff series

Mortal Kombat sequel in the works

Jason Momoa cast as the villain in Fast and Furious 10

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Episode 161: Recasting The MCU With DCEU Actors

With the Multiverse being all the rage right now, what would happen if the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the DC Extended Universe switched actors? What if the MCU was cast using DC actors? Who would play who? That’s what Nate and Josh have fun with this week! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Amazon’s Lord of the Rings series called Rings of Power, will show the rise of Sauron

The Batman reportedly has a runtime of three hours

Live action Godzilla series coming to Apple TV Plus

Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order sequel finally announced, new FPS and strategy game as well

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Episode 160: Best TV Show Intros

Every tv show is only as good as the theme song or intro that it uses to suck you into the show. So with The Peacemaker intro taking the world by storm, Nate and Josh look at their all time favorite tv show intros. They also break down the past week’s movie news including:

Moon Knight trailer

First look at Leslie Grace’s Batgirl

Real Steel Series in development for Disney Plus

Tim Allen returning as Scott Calvin for Santa Clause limited series

Daniel Radcliffe to play Weird Al Yankovic in biopic

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Episode 159: Most Anticipated Movies of 2022

2022 is shaping up to be a HUGE year for movies so this week Nate and Josh rank their top 10 most anticipated movies of this stacked year! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Dick Grayson being rumored to appear in Batgirl movie

Warner Media and Viacom looking to sell The CW

Pixar’s Turning Red no longer going to theaters, debuting on Disney Plus in March

PIG director helming the third A Quiet Place film

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Episode 158: 2022 Movie Predictions

A new year brings new possibilities in the world of movies. A new year brings all sorts of things to get right and get wrong! To ring in the new year, Nate and Josh give their annual movie predictions. They predict the year’s biggest hits and misses, as well as trying to guess the biggest moments from the biggest movies of 2022! They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

MCU Spiderman 4 in early development

Morbius delayed again to April 1st

Doctor Strange In the Multiverse of Madness poster and teaser

New The Batman trailer

Michael Keaton added to Batgirl cast

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Episode 139: Most Ideal Movie Homes

We love watching movies for the magical worlds they create, but what if you could live in some of those worlds? This week, Nate and Josh discuss what they think would be the best movie location to live in. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Michael B Jordan developing Superman limited series for HBO Max, to star Val Zod

Warner Brothers developing 10 movies for HBO Max set for 2022 release

Universal and Peacock spending upwards of $400 million for David Gordon Green’s new Exorcist trilogy

Dune trailer

Ghostbusters Afterlife trailer

Blumhouse TV making a scripted Vince McMahon series, The United States of America vs Vince McMahon, about his steroid trial, McMahon, Kevin Dunn, others set as executive producers

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Episode 138: Best Origin Movies

To celebrate the ten year anniversary of Captain America: The First Avenger as well as the release of Snake Eyes, Nate and Josh discuss the best origin movies. This could be any origin movies ranging from comic book movies to action thrillers! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Loki series getting a second season

Actresses testing for Batgirl includes Dora’s Isabela Merced, Zoey Deutch, Leslie Grace, Haley Lu Richardson

WandaVision director directing new Star Trek movie

Antonio Banderas added to the cast of Indiana Jones 5

Netflix planning to add video games starting 2022

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Episode 137: Best Movie Cameos

In honor of the new Space Jam movie, which is sure to be packed with a ton of cameos and references, Nate and Josh have some fun discussing their all time favorite movie cameos, from the fun to the down right ridiculous. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

What If trailer

Encanto trailer

Marvel and DC both to miss San Diego Comic Con this year

Barbie movie to be directed by Greta Gerwig and written by Noah Baumbach, starring Margot Robbie

A24 looking at potential sale, asking price starting at $2 billion

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Episode 135: Movie Theme Park Rides We Want

One of the only things Nate loves as much as movies is going to theme parks. So, this week Nate is joined by his wife Heather as they pitch their ideas for theme park rides based on movies they would love to see get made someday. Nate also breaks down the past week’s movie news including:

Halloween Kills trailer

Candyman trailer

Knives Out 2, Aquaman 2, John Wick 4 begin filming

Scarlett Johansson starring in and producing new Tower of Terror movie

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Episode 134: What If Marvel Never Sold Its Film Rights?

Sure, Marvel is one of the biggest names in the entertainment world now but flashback 20 years ago and the company was on the brink of disaster. Desperate for cash, they sold the film rights to some of their most iconic comic book characters. This week, Nate and Josh breakdown an alternate timeline where Marvel never sells their film rights and discuss how the world may be different. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment makes deal with Netflix

Flash director reveals first look at Supergirl and Flash suits

Shazam director shows new suits

Lord of the Rings anime prequel coming

Snake Eyes trailer 2

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Episode 133: Series With No Bad Movies

Making a good movie is hard work but consistently making good movies is even harder. What are those movie series that seem to always knock it out of the park every time up to the plate? Nate and Josh discuss that very topic this week! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

A Quiet Place spinoff coming March 2023

Shazam 2 suit teased

Flash director teases Batman action

DC Superpets adds Kevin Hart, John Krasinski and more to cast

Jonathan Majors cast in Creed 3

Donnie Yen, Alexander Skarsgard cast in John Wick 4

Rob Zombie directing a Munsters movie

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Episode 132: Movie Not-So Good Guys

We all love a good movie hero but sometimes, the movie “hero” may not always be the nicest person or not be that heroic at all. So, Nate and Josh ruffle some feathers this week as they pitch movie good guys they think may not be as nice as we make them out to be! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Amazon buys MGM Studios for 8.45 billion dollars

Aaron Taylor Johnson cast as Kraven the Hunter in solo movie

Okoye getting origin series on Disney Plus

Escape Room 2 trailer

Old trailer

Warner Bros. Discovery listed as new company name following merger

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Episode 131: Pitching Comic Book Movie Ideas

Josh and Nate like to talk about stories and concepts they would love to see as a movie someday. So, this week they bring three ideas each for how they would write specific superhero franchise. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Eternals teaser trailer

Timothée Chalamet cast as Willy Wonka in an upcoming origin movie

Batgirl finds directors in Bad Boys for Life directors

New Batman animated series coming to HBO Max from Matt Reeves, JJ Abrams, and Bruce Timm

DC making animated Injustice movie

Dwayne Johnson voicing Krypto in DC Superpets movie

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Episode 130: Streaming Wars Turn Up The Heat

Streaming has become the number 1 way people get their content thus creating the Streaming Wars. Well, the streaming wars just got much more intense as several major companies have made big moves, both good and bad, this past week that will have massive ripple effects for the entertainment world going forward. Nate and Josh breakdown the WarnerMedia and Discovery merger among many other streaming news this past week. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Snake Eyes trailer

The Green Knight trailer

The Forever Purge trailer

Indiana Jones 5 adds Boyd Holbrook

Psych 3: This is Gus coming to Peacock

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Episode 129: Favorite Film Composers

Music plays a huge part in the success and story of a film. When it comes to movie music, these guys are simply the best. This week, Nate and Josh discuss their favorite film composers. They also discuss the past week’s movie news including:

Black Superman set to be Kal-El, movie not set in DCEU universe

Venom Let There Be Carnage trailer

A Quiet Place 2 trailer

Dave Bautista and Edward Norton cast in Knives Out 2

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Episode 128: Taking Your Questions

It’s time to answer some of your movie related questions as Nate and Josh do a fan submitted Q and A this week. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Marvel drops Phase 4 trailer, title and date announcements, tease Fantastic Four

DC Fandome returning October 16th

Finn Wittrock cast as Guy Gardner in HBO Max Green Lantern series

HBO Max to offer cheaper package with ads

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Episode 127: Comic Book Legacy Characters

Over the past few years, we’ve seen a steady increase in legacy comic book characters making their way into the mainstream. Legacy characters are any characters that were no the original version of said character. For example, Sam Wilson Captain America and Miles Morales Spider-Man would both be considered legacy characters. This week, Nate and Josh discuss the rise of legacy characters, the best and the worst of these characters, and who they could see being the next breakout character. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Captain America 4 in the works with Falcon and the Winter Soldier writers

Sony strikes deal with Disney for streaming rights

The Monster Verse movies will continue

The Conjuring 3 Trailer

Disney developing new Haunted Mansion movie

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Episode 126: Best Movie Marketing Campaigns

Last week, Nate and Josh discussed the worst movie marketing mistakes and mishaps. So, it’s only fair that they look at the flip side and breakdown the best movie marketing choices and marketing campaigns as well! From the best trailers to creative advertising, movies have to do a lot to get people into the theaters, especially these days! Nate and Josh also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Shang Chi trailer

Alfred Molina confirmed for Spider-Man, picks up right after Spiderman 2, Jon Faverau also returning

Indiana Jones 5 adds Mads Mikkelsen as villain

Lord of the Rings series to cost $456 million for first season

The Flash begins shooting, reveals movie logo

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Episode 125: Worst Movie Marketing Mistakes

Good advertising can make or break a movie and sometimes the marketing campaign for a film can be what ultimately ends up sinking it. So, Nate and Josh discuss the biggest blunders to ever happen in the world of movie advertising! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Indiana Jones 5 begins preproduction, sets July 2022 release

Netflix acquires right to Sony movies starting in 2022

Warner Brothers says movies to return to theaters exclusively again in 2022

Paramount announces new Star Trek for 2023

Chris McKay directing a Renfield movie

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Episode 124: Knives Out Sequels Wishlist

Netflix has signed a deal with director Rian Johnson to develop Knives Out 2 and 3 for the streaming service, paying over $400 million for the rights to do so! So, with more movies on the horizon, Nate and Josh give their picks for who they would like to see it upcoming sequels of the beloved sleuthing series. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Godzilla vs Kong debuts with $48.5 million opening weekend

Netflix buys Knives Out sequels for $400 million

Space Jam: A New Legacy trailer

Loki trailer

New Gods and The Trench movies no longer moving forward at DC

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Episode 123: Best Movie Fights

With Godzilla vs Kong right around the corner, and hopefully marking the return to the movie theater going experience, Nate and Josh discuss their favorite one on one movie fights of all time! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

The Suicide Squad trailer

Pierce Brosnan cast as Doctor Fate in Black Adam movie, movie coming July 29th 2022

Helen Mirran cast as villain in Shazam 2

Black Widow coming to theaters and Disney Plus July 9th, Disney moves other release dates

Full cast reveal for Obi-Wan, set to begin filming soon

National Treasure series coming to Disney Plus

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Episode 122: Zack Snyder’s Justice League Breakdown

The time has finally come for Zack Snyder’s Justice League. So, Nate and Josh are prepared to eat some crow as they breakdown their full thoughts on the unique movie experience. They discuss all the pros and cons and everything in between! They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

Zatanna movie gets writer

Hourman movie in development

Last of Us series to occasionally deviate greatly from the video games 

Puss in Boots 2 coming 2022

Ace Ventura 3 coming from Sonic movie writers

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Episode 121: The Current State of Fandom

The state of fandoms sees to be in a constant state of flux and with the rise of the internet it’s never been easier to discuss movies with fellow film fans. But with that, comes many advantages and disadvantages. This week, Nate and Josh discuss how they see the current nerd landscape. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

A Quiet Place Part 2 coming Memorial Day

Kiersey Clemons returning for Flash solo film, Maribel Verdu cast as Barry’s mom, Billy Crudup out

The Batman wraps filming

Black Adam begins filming in April, Aquaman 2 to film in June

Mission Impossible 7 adds Carey Elwes, Mark Gatiss, Indira Varma and Rob Delaney to cast

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Episode 120: Spider-Man No Way Home Discussion

After seemingly waiting for an eternity, we finally have a title for the next Tom Holland Spider-Man movie: Spider-Man No Way Home. So, Nate and a returning Josh discuss the title, all the rumors surrounding the film as well as what they believe will happen as well as the future of Spider-Man in the MCU. They also breakdown the past week’s movie news including:

JJ Abrams producing Superman reboot, rumored to be featuring a black lead actor

Nickelodeon creating Avatar Studios, group responsible for multiple Avatar spinoff projects

Army of the Dead trailer

Halo series gets picked up Paramount Plus

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Star Wars: Now What?

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This past weekend saw the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the “final” installment in the Skywalker saga. I put final in quotations because this is the third “final” film in the saga we’ve had so far after Return of the Jedi and Revenge of the Sith. Reactions to the film have varied wildly with critics mixed towards negative and fans being mixed but more positive. So, with the film finally out, it leaves this Star Wars fan wondering “What’s next?”

Call me impatient, but I’ve always been curious about what’s next. Movie previews are some of my favorite things to look forward to when going to the movies because it literally tells me what to look forward to. I love keeping up with movie news because it helps project out a roadmap to the film slate ahead. So again I ask, “What’s next for Star Wars?” A lot has changed in the 7 years since Disney bought Lucasfilm and the fandom has changed with it. There was a buzz of excitement in the air with any news whatsoever when The Force Awakens was in production. Everyone was just excited to be having Star Wars “back.”

I put back in quotations, there’s those quotations again, because in reality, Star Wars never left. Sure Force Awakens was the first theatrically released Star Wars film since 2005, minus a often forgotten Clone Wars animated film, but there was still plenty of Star Wars content to be found other places. Out of that rather lackluster animated film, grew one of the most beloved Star Wars properties of all-time, Star Wars The Clone Wars. Video games were still being made with both Force Unleashed games boasting good sales and new Star Wars books came out regularly. Then Lucasfilm was bought by Disney for $4 billion dollars and the Star Wars landscape was forever changed.

Disney announced that the expanded universe, the EU to long time fans, would no longer be canon and that new canon books would be written starting with Chuck Wendig’s Aftermath. This I believe was the first fracture of the fandom, as longtime fans who had spent years amassing knowledge that went beyond the films felt it was all for nothing. Disney also announced the closure of LucasArts, the video game makers responsible for countless video games, including a then in development game called 1313. This also did not bode well for long time fans as they loved the games LucasArts developed and were hoping to see more going forward. The films would only divide the fandom even further as Force Awakens, while mostly well received, did get some push back as some thought it was a retread of A New Hope. Fast forward to 2017’s The Last Jedi and it almost seemed like people were taking sides in a literal star war. Social media outcry made it seem like you had to pick a side, you either loved it or you hated it and everything about it. The exact same thing happened again just this weekend with the reception to The Rise of Skywalker. Social media made it seem like you either had to love this movie to death or hate it with every fiber of your being. The funny thing is the Star Wars fandom is almost like the films themselves.

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Star Wars has always and will always have things that repeat themselves: themes, motifs, parallels, etc. So while the franchise may repeat certain things, so too does the fandom of Star Wars. Cast your mind back to 1999 and the release of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. At the time, some fans praised the return of the franchise while others lambasted the direction George Lucas chose to take the franchise. This would only continue further with 2002’s Attack of the Clones and 2005’s Revenge of the Sith, some people really enjoying them and others hating them. Over time, some of that hate turned into respect for what George Lucas tried to accomplish. People were willing to give the films a second chance after something newer had come along to complain about. Time heals all wounds type of thing. I don’t doubt for a second that the same thing will happen to these new Star Wars films. A whole generation is now growing up with films starring Kylo Ren, Rey, Poe, Finn and as they get older they too will defend the films of their youth as something to enjoy. Not everyone will change their mind about them, as not everyone changed their minds about the prequels. But that’s ok because Star Wars can and should mean different things to different people. That’s the beauty of Star Wars, it’s universal in meaning but personal in connection.

So, what does the immediate future of the Star Wars franchise look like? Well, again I think we need to look at what happen in the past to predict the future. After Revenge of the Sith, we paused on movies for a while while we got content from other mediums. I fully expect the same thing to happen now with Disney. Don’t expect any new feature films any time soon, I believe they have pumped the brakes on any film projects for now. But, Star Wars continues to thrive elsewhere. Like the Clone Wars before, Star Wars thrives on the small screen with television. The Mandalorian, and baby Yoda, are taking the world by storm. We have a live action Obi-Wan Kenobi series coming with Ewan McGregor coming back, finally. For fans of Rogue One, we are also getting a Cassian Andor series with K2-SO returning. And speaking of Clone Wars, it will be making it’s return for a seventh season in 2020.

Say what you will about Lucasfilm’s current agreement with developer EA, but the latest Star Wars games have generated a lot of revenue and EA does actually seem to be learning from their mistakes. Battlefront 2 from 2017 is a completely different animal from launch for the better and Jedi Fallen Order, the first single player story based game since Force Unleashed 2, is getting rave reviews with a sequel expected. And while many still lament the loss of the EU, Star Wars has been consistently churning out books every few months with new stories and characters while slowly reintroducing EU characters like Grand Admiral Thrawn.

To sum everything up, if you only pay attention to the world of Star Wars through the movies you may have to wait a bit for more. However, time away from films may be exactly what Star Wars needs, just like it needed in 2005. Distance makes the heart grow fonder and such. However, if you are willing to expand your horizons, like a great Jedi master once said, you may find that Star Wars isn’t doing as bad as people make it seem. Star Wars will be just fine, it will continue to thrive and inspire future generations. We just have to be patient and like Luke on Tatooine continue to look to the horizons at the twin suns, awaiting what’s next.