Sep 4

The 2026 Summer Box Office Winners, Losers, and Head-Scratchers

Matt is joined by Puck’s box office expert Scott Mendelson to judge their early summer box office predictions by looking at the biggest hits, misses, and questions from the 2026 summer slate. 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' (02:53) 'Mortal Kombat II' (05:41) 'Mandalorian & Grogu' (06:5 ... Show More

50m 26s

Sep 2

Did Donald Trump Just Save Filmmaking in America?

Matt is joined by Film USA cofounders Tony Armer and Katie Pryor to discuss President Trump’s public endorsement of a federal tax credit for film production in the United States, how this could reshape filmmaking in America, how it could transform the filmmaking industry, how the ... Show More

35m 45s

Sep 1

The Five Biggest Hollywood Storylines for the Rest of 2026

Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to examine the biggest industry narratives heading into the final stretch of the year. Can Netflix break its slump? How much will Netflix vs. YouTube continue to escalate? How disruptive will 'Grand Theft Auto VI' be? Who will get World Cu ... Show More

37m 22s

Jun 2024

‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ and the Will Smith Resurgence. Plus, Viggo Mortensen!

Sean and Amanda talk about the successes and shortcomings of the two biggest movies at this week’s box office: Will Smith’s return to franchise moviemaking in ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ (1:00), and ‘The Watchers,’ Ishana Night Shyamalan’s directorial debut (43:00). Then, they briefl ... Show More

1h 41m

Oct 2019

Top Five Will Smith Movies and the Bizarre Truth of 'Gemini Man' | The Big Picture

As Ang Lee's hyperreal new action movie 'Gemini Man' hits theaters, Sean and Amanda look back at the long, fascinating career of rapper, sitcom star, screen legend, and Instagram icon Will Smith. They discuss the flaws and innovations of Lee's work with 120 frames per second 3-D ... Show More

1h 6m

Mar 2022

The Case for Milwaukee, the Metaverse + 2022 Oscars Predictions With Ben Thompson and Sean Fennessey

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Bucks fan and business and tech analyst Ben Thompson to discuss where Giannis Antetokounmpo fits into the MVP race, Bucks playoff speculation, what to expect from the 76ers, and more (3:52), before talking about the Metaverse, newsletters an ... Show More

1h 51m

Mar 2022

Will Smith’s Slap With Jimmy Kimmel. Plus, the Somehow Underrated Suns With Ryen Russillo

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by two-time Academy Awards host Jimmy Kimmel to discuss the Oscars and the altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock (1:45). Then Bill talks with Ryen Russillo about the first-place Suns and Devin Booker’s bright future (18:51), NBA awards, ... Show More

2h 11m

Feb 2025

Mavericks Fans Revolt, ‘SNL 50’ Guesses, Oscars Watch, and Super Bowl Leftovers With Bryan Curtis and Matt Belloni

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Bryan Curtis to discuss lingering Super Bowl LIX thoughts (2:58), as well as the Luka Doncic trade from the POV of a longtime Mavericks fan (22:07). Then Bill talks with Matt Belloni about the highly anticipated 'SNL 50' show (59:00), Oscars ... Show More

2h 2m

Jun 2021

Giannis Goes Down With Big Wos and Chris Ryan, the Streaming Wars With Matthew Belloni, and Teen Culture Half-Year Awards With Zoe Simmons

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Wosny Lambre and Chris Ryan to break down a wild Bucks-Hawks Game 4, including Giannis’s knee injury, the improbable success of the Trae-less Hawks, and predictions for how this series and the Suns-Clippers series will play out (2:50). Then, ... Show More

1h 57m

Jun 2024

Will Smith & Martin Lawrence

This is a short conversation with Will Smith Martin Lawrence in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia a few hours before the premier of Bad Boys 4 Ride or Die.A special thank you to Sony Pictures, Vox Cinemas and Mr. Z for facilitating this conversation.

5m 51s

Apr 2022

73. Why Will Smith Ruined The Oscars FOREVER, Cal The Dragon Cuts Out Simple Simon & Your CONSPIRACY THEORIES Discussed!

The Fellas are back to discuss one of the biggest celebrity scandals of the decade... Will Smith SLAPPING Chris Rock! Cal The Dragon is also beefing his best friends but is it for best? You asked and we listened, the lads discuss some of your favourite conspiracy theories! Let us ... Show More

1h 6m

May 2019

Will Smith’s ‘Aladdin’: Why Does This Movie Exist? | Exit Survey

Disney is releasing its third live-action remake of a beloved animated classic this year alone—is this overflooding the market or is it a smart strategy for bolstering their incoming streaming platform? Plus, we examine how Will Smith’s career led him to be a charming (if lacking ... Show More

56m 3s

Apr 2021

Best NBA Future Bets + a 2021 Oscars Review With Joe House and Wesley Morris

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons talks with Joe House about Russell Westbrook’s revival and the surging Wizards, Eastern Conference play-in game scenarios, the disappointing Celtics season, the Porzingis problem in Dallas, the baffling Pelicans, potential playoff scenarios, Finals odds, ... Show More

1h 56m

Will Smith’s Comeback and the Butts-in-S...