We examine and dissect the backlash against Adam McKay’s ‘Vice,’ starring Christian Bale as Dick Cheney (0:55). Then we touch on ’Black Panther,' ‘Mary Poppins Returns,’ and ‘Cold War’ in Stock Up/Stock Down (32:53), before closing out with a Best Picture race odds breakdown (59:43).
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
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The 2026 Alternative Oscars, a.k.a. the 6th Annual Big Picks! Plus: The Craziest Awards Season in Years.
Sean and Amanda are joined by friend of the pod Wesley Morris for a very special episode! First, they react to the news that Paramount has won the bidding war for Warner Bros. and have an extensive conversation on the long-term ramifications for the industry (4:46). Next, they re ... Show More
3h 3m
Feb 27
Paramount Wins Warner Bros. Now What? Plus: ‘Scream 7,’ Heat 2,’ and ‘Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie’ With Matt Johnson!
On today’s action-packed episode, Sean first reacts to Netflix backing out of the bidding for Warner Brothers—clearing the path for a merger with Paramount (2:01). Next, he is joined by Chris Ryan to react to Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio’s casting in Michael Mann’s ‘Heat ... Show More
2h 12m
Feb 24
The Final Best Picture Power Rankings and a ‘Sinners’ Second Look With Autumn Durald Arkapaw!
Sean and Amanda open today’s jam-packed show by covering the results of the BAFTA Awards and highlighting some key takeaways, including Sean Penn's and Wunmi Mosaku’s wins (2:30). Then, they discuss a new release, ‘How to Make a Killing,’ starring Glen Powell, and work through wh ... Show More
2h 25m
Apr 2024
‘The War of the Roses’ With Bill Simmons, Mallory Rubin, and Amanda Dobbins
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Mallory Rubin, and Amanda Dobbins definitely advise skipping the fish after rewatching the 1989 black comedy ‘The War of the Roses,’ starring Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner, and Danny DeVito and directed by Danny DeVito.
Producer: Craig Horlbeck
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1h 42m
Jan 2024
What the Emmys Can Tell Us About the State of TV. Plus, ‘Monsieur Spade’ With Clive Owen.
Chris and Andy talk about the delayed 2023 Emmys that were held this week and what the sweep of awards by shows like ‘The Bear,’ ‘Beef,’ and ‘Succession’ says about the state of the TV industry (1:00). Then they break down the first episode of ‘Monsieur Spade’ (30:12) before bein ... Show More
1h 19m
Apr 2022
‘Spider-Man’ (2002) With Van Lathan and Charles Holmes
With great podcast power comes great responsibility. The Ringer’s Van Lathan and Charles Holmes take over 'The Rewatchables' to celebrate the 20th anniversary of ‘Spider-Man,’ starring Tobey McGuire, Willem Dafoe, and Kirsten Dunst.
Producer: Craig Horlbeck
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1h 32m
Mar 2024
Have the Oscars Gotten Their Groove Back? Plus, ‘The Regime.’
Chris and Andy talk about Sunday night's Oscars ceremony and how it seemed to cement the next generation of stars (1:00), as well as other standout moments from the broadcast, like the "I'm Just Ken" performance (30:57). Then, they talk about the first two episodes of ‘The Regime ... Show More
1h 10m
May 2023
‘Iron Man’ With Bill Simmons and Van Lathan
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Van Lathan would rather be feared and respected after revisiting the Marvel movie that started it all, Jon Favreau’s ‘Iron Man’ starring Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, and Jeff Bridges.
Producer: Craig Horlbeck
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1h 45m
Aug 2017
‘A Few Good Men’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan and Amanda Dobbins
HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Amanda Dobbins to celebrate and appreciate 1992’s ‘A Few Good Men’ in the inaugural episode of 'The Rewatchables' by discussing what they love about the movie (1:00), which scenes have aged the best and worst (9:30), a ... Show More
1h 2m
Sep 2023
‘Blackhat’ With Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan are doing the time, the time isn’t doing them. In the ultimate “One for Them,” the guys rewatch Micahel Mann’s 2015 film ‘Blackhat,’ starring Chris Hemsworth, Tang Wei, and Viola Davis.
Producer: Craig Horlbeck
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1h 16m