Best Shut Up and Watch the Movie Podcasts (2025)

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45: Final Destination 2 1:05:38

22h ago1:05:38

1:05:38

Tyson and Kristina finally take the podcast on the road as they tail a log truck while recording this episode of Shut Up and Watch the Movie.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Basic Instinct 1:09:16

5m ago1:09:16

1:09:16

Amy and Paul grab their ice picks this week, as they get into the 1992 erotic thriller Basic Instinct. They chat about the controversy the film stirred up with LGBT activists, break down that iconic interrogation scene, and talk about how Sharon Stone waited years for her breakout role. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at h…

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Ponyo with Shut Up Tim (The Sea was Angry) 2:15:46

4h ago2:15:46

2:15:46

This week we Shut Up Tim (@shutuptim on Letterboxd) joined us to discuss PONYO. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:44:55). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected …

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The Big Sleep 55:27

5d ago55:27

55:27

We're turning the clock way back, and Amy and Paul are exploring the 1946 classic The Big Sleep. They discuss the electric chemistry between Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, the film’s influence on The Big Lebowski, and how the writers sidestepped the old Hollywood production code. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at http…

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Noah with Allix O (Epocryphal Storms) 1:43:49

7d ago1:43:49

1:43:49

This week Allix O (@ALL_1X on Letterboxd) joined us to discuss NOAH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:17:51). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+ and Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected…

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44: Nine to Five 1:04:15

7d ago1:04:15

1:04:15

Tyson and Kristina celebrate women in the workplace watching Nine to Five.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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The Empire Strikes Back 1:13:33

12d ago1:13:33

1:13:33

It’s been 45 years since The Empire Strikes Back hit us with one of the most iconic twists in movie history, so Amy and Paul are hopping in the Millennium Falcon and heading to a galaxy far, far away. This week, they talk about how Mark Hamill struggled as the only human on set, the impact it had on movies, and why R2-D2 can be a little bit annoyin…

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Moonrise Kingdom (The Island of Misfit Boys) 1:20:25

15d ago1:20:25

1:20:25

This week we discuss MOONRISE KINGDOM. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (01:01:45). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Youtube) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (01:01:45). S…

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No Spoilers: Sinners and Minecraft 42:45

14d ago42:45

42:45

Amy and Paul are switching things up this week! They’re taking a spoiler-free look at what’s hitting theaters right now, spotlighting two of the biggest releases: Sinners (directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan) and A Minecraft Movie (featuring Jason Momoa and Jack Black). They dig into the surprising heart behind Minecraft, how Si…

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43: Mad Max: Fury Road 1:04:04

16d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Vroom vroom vroom. More cars. More explosions. Tyson make Kristina watch car movie. Vroom. Boom!!!!By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Trainspotting 1:08:10

19d ago1:08:10

1:08:10

Amy and Paul choose life this week by visiting the 1996 British black comedy-drama, Trainspotting. They discuss Iggy Pop's reaction to the film, Amy's favorite Scottish dish, and Ewan McGregors dive into the filthiest toilet in Scotland.. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy …

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Mud (Junkyard Kids) 1:20:39

23d ago1:20:39

1:20:39

This week we discuss MUD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:42). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock and Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:42). Sub…

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42: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 1:10:20

24d ago1:10:20

1:10:20

Enjoy this big, fat, greek podcast. Learn all about Kristina's epic backstory on this episode of Shut Up and Watch the Movie.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Life of Brian 51:01

26d ago51:01

51:01

In the spirit of Easter Sunday, Amy and Paul dive into the Monty Python classic Life of Brian. They chat about the Beatles' surprising role in getting the film made, the controversy it stirred up, and how it ultimately became a massive hit. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Am…

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Stand By Me (Stranger Kings) 1:41:00

29d ago1:41:00

1:41:00

This week we discuss STAND BY ME. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:20:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:20:50). Submit y…

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41: Watchmen (2009) 1:21:17

1M ago1:21:17

1:21:17

Tyson makes Kristina watch another Zack Snyder movie. Kristina thinks it's fine.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon 1:06:34

1M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Amy and Paul are chatting about the movie that really shifted how people saw director Ang Lee—Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. They dive into the intense training Michelle Yeoh went through, how they brought in choreographer Yuen Woo-ping, and the lasting impact the film has had on cinema. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at…

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The Shawshank Redemption (The Rain Escape) 1:33:17

1M ago1:33:17

1:33:17

This week we discuss THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:48). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next we…

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40: West Side Story (The Old One) 1:08:31

1M ago1:08:31

1:08:31

Journey with us as we go to New York City 1961 and join a gang on this episode of Shut Up and Watch the Movie!By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Being John Malkovich 1:12:27

1M ago1:12:27

1:12:27

Amy and Paul dive into the wild and inventive world of Being John Malkovich, the film that really put writer Charlie Kaufman on the map. The two discuss John Malkovich's hesitancy to join the film, how director Spike Jonze came across Kaufman's script, and that the film’s original ending involved a Harry Truman puppet. You can join the Unspooled co…

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Rescue Dawn (Trapped in Vietnam) 1:17:56

1M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

This week we discuss RESCUE DAWN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:40). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MGM+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:40). Submit your que…

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39: Final Destination 1:16:57

2M ago1:16:57

1:16:57

Things get a little existential as Kristina and Tyson debate the meaning of life and death while watching Final Destination.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Pretty Woman 1:10:12

2M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

This week Amy and Paul break down the 1990 iconic romantic comedy, Pretty Woman. They talk about how it was originally penned as a serious drama, that Richard Gere wasn’t initially interested in the role, and how it made Julia Roberts a star. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and …

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Full Metal Jacket with Grace Leeder (The Book of Matthew) 2:05:01

2M ago2:05:01

2:05:01

This week Grace Leeder (⁠⁠@goforgrace on Bluesky⁠⁠) joined us to discuss FULL METAL JACKET. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:40:01). So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental and on MGM+) and listen along with us. Then …

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38: Legally Blonde 1:13:49

2M ago1:13:49

1:13:49

Just a couple brunettes watching a blonde movie on this Episode of Shut Up and Watch the Movie.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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40 Year Old Virgin 1:18:04

2M ago1:18:04

1:18:04

Amy and Paul dive into the 2005 March Movie Madness winner, The 40-Year-Old Virgin. They discuss Universal's buyer's remorse, concerns over Steve Carell's "serial killer" appearance, and how director Judd Apatow nailed the film's tone. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on …

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Vision Quest with Grace Leeder (Shute for the Win) 1:59:14

2M ago1:59:14

1:59:14

This week Grace Leeder (@goforgrace on Bluesky) joined the 5-timers club and talked with us about VISION QUEST. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:32:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Tubi, Roku and Plex) and listen along with…

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN 1x4 Reaction & Review! | Charlie Cox | Vincent D'Onofrio | Marvel | Disney Plus 17:55

2M ago17:55

17:55

The Devil of Hells Kitchen is back in this new revival of the beloved Netflix series, in Daredevil Born Again on Disney Plus. Our favorite blind lawyer Matt Murdock battles for justice in New York City, while former mob boss Wilson Fisk pursues political power, setting them on a collision course as their pasts resurface. This episode also sees the …

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37: Speed Racer 1:06:51

2M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

VROOOOOOOM VROOM VROOM Get a headache as you listen to this new episode of Shut Up and Watch the Movie.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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STREET FIGHTER (1994) Movie Reaction & Review! | First Time Watch | Jean-Claude Van Damme | Raul Julia 29:48

2M ago29:48

29:48

Round one, fight! Achara watches the 1994 movie Street Fighter for the very first time! Based on the popular Nintendo game, in Street Fighter, a military commander leads a team of fighters on a mission to stop a power-hungry dictator from taking over the world. Street Fighter (1994) was directed by Steven E. de Souza (Die Hard, 48 Hrs., Commando). …

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WICKED (2024) Movie Reaction & Review! | First Time Watch | Cynthia Erivo | Ariana Grande 31:46

2M ago31:46

31:46

Based on the bestselling book of the same name written by Gregory Maguire, Wicked reimagines the classic The Wizard of Oz story from the perspective of Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West. Wicked (2024), directed by Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights, Now You See Me 2), features a stellar ensemble cast. Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, T…

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THE DARK KNIGHT RISES Movie Reaction & Review! | Christopher Nolan | Christian Bale | Tom Hardy | Anne Hathaway 26:04

2M ago26:04

26:04

Achara and Kristen watch the third movie in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises! In this film, Batman returns from exile to protect Gotham City from the ruthless terrorist Bane, who seeks to plunge it into chaos. The Dark Knight Rises was directed by Christopher Nolan (Inception, Interstellar, The Prestige). The main cast…

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Hoosiers (Inspiring Greatness) 1:36:12

2M ago1:36:12

1:36:12

This week we discuss HOOSIERS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:14:15). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:14:15). Submit…

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INVINCIBLE 3x8 "I Thought You'd Never Shut Up" Reaction & Review! | Steven Yeun | Sandra Oh | J.K. Simmons 26:58

2M ago26:58

26:58

In Invincible Season 3, Steven Yeun (The Walking Dead, Minari, Okja) returns as Mark Grayson/Invincible, joined by J.K. Simmons (Whiplash, Spider-Man, Juno) as Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man, and Sandra Oh (Grey's Anatomy, Killing Eve, The Chair) as Debbie Grayson. New additions to the cast include Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad, BoJack Horseman, El Camino) as P…

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Movie Madness: 2005 1:02:47

2M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

This week, Amy and Paul are throwing their hats in the ring for their own Movie Madness Bracket: 2005 edition. Instead of rewatching all 8 films, they're judging based on which films they think had the biggest impact on pop culture. Which 2005 film will take the crown? Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! https://let…

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DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN 1x3 Reaction & Review! | Charlie Cox | Vincent D'Onofrio | Marvel | Disney Plus 17:56

2M ago17:56

17:56

The Devil of Hells Kitchen is back in this new revival of the beloved Netflix series, in Daredevil Born Again on Disney Plus. Our favorite blind lawyer Matt Murdock battles for justice in New York City, while former mob boss Wilson Fisk pursues political power, setting them on a collision course as their pasts resurface. Daredevil: Born Again featu…

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36: The Princess Bride 1:01:53

2M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Kristina and Tyson watch The Princess Bride and give a mustache rundown. It's really hard to come up with clever descriptions guys.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Quentin Tarantino's DJANGO UNCHAINED Reaction & Review! | CinePals 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

Kristen and Michael watch Tarantino's Django Unchained for the very first time! In this film, a freed slave teams up with a bounty hunter to rescue his wife from a brutal plantation owner in the pre-Civil War South. Django Unchained was directed by Quentin Tarantino (Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill: Vol. 1 & 2, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood). The main cast…

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INVINCIBLE 3x7 "What Have I Done?" Reaction & Review! | Steven Yeun | Sandra Oh | J.K. Simmons 24:25

2M ago24:25

24:25

In Invincible Season 3, Steven Yeun (The Walking Dead, Minari, Okja) returns as Mark Grayson/Invincible, joined by J.K. Simmons (Whiplash, Spider-Man, Juno) as Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man, and Sandra Oh (Grey's Anatomy, Killing Eve, The Chair) as Debbie Grayson. New additions to the cast include Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad, BoJack Horseman, El Camino) as P…

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Anora 1:09:40

2M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

Amy and Paul dive into the 2025 Oscar-winning film Anora. The two discuss the power dynamics between the characters, its exploration of the American worker experience, and Director Sean Baker's background in Russian wedding videos. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on Lett…

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Just Watched MICKEY 17! | Non-Spoiler Review | Robert Pattinson | Bong Joon Ho 14:35

2M ago14:35

14:35

Jaby and Cortney give their non-spoiler thoughts on Bong Joon Ho's latest film "Mickey 17" fresh out of the theater! In Mickey 17, a disposable clone assigned to perilous colonization tasks confronts existential dilemmas when a duplicate is mistakenly created, challenging the nature of identity and expendability. Mickey 17 is directed by Bong Joon …

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Whiplash (Crash) 1:41:31

2M ago1:41:31

1:41:31

This week we discuss WHIPLASH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:17:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:17:26). Submit your…

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35: Oscar 2025 Predictions 1:09:18

3M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Kristina and Tyson make an extreme bet on the 2025 Academy Awards. One where someone will pay the price with their life.By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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2025 Oscars Special 1:36:22

3M ago1:36:22

1:36:22

This week, Amy and Paul are jumping headfirst into their prediction's for the 2025 Oscars! They’re giving their hot takes on the Best Picture noms, dishing about the snubs, predicting which films will be forgotten next year, and placing their bets on which nominee will get the biggest post-Oscar bump. Download your Unspooled Oscar Bingo at https://…

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34: Return of the Living Dead 1:05:03

3M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

Kristina and Tyson talk about the ethics of eating someones brains while watching Return of the Living Dead. Socials ~ https://linktr.ee/shutupandwatchthemovie Connect with the pod! [email protected] Leave a review to have it read on the pod!By Shut Up and Watch the Movie

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Lady Bird with Laura Royden (Other Side of the Tracks) 1:39:52

3M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

This week Laura Royden (@lroyden on Letterboxd) joined us to talk about LADY BIRD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:13:06). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max and Kanopy) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear w…

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BATMAN BEGINS Movie Reaction & Review! | Christopher Nolan | Christian Bale 23:44

3M ago23:44

23:44

Kristen begins her foray into Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy with the first installment, Batman Begins! After witnessing his parents' murder, Bruce Wayne trains in the art of fear and justice, returning to Gotham as Batman to battle crime and a looming conspiracy. Batman Begins was directed by Christopher Nolan (Inception, The Dark Knight,…

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WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT (1993) Movie Reaction & Review! | Angela Bassett | Laurence Fishburne 18:22

3M ago18:22

18:22

Jaby and Michael watch the Tina Turner biopic What's Love Got To Do With It for the first time! The film chronicles the rise of Tina Turner, her tumultuous marriage to Ike Turner, and her journey to reclaim her life and career through resilience and strength. What's Love Got to Do with It was directed by Brian Gibson (The Josephine Baker Story, Pol…

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Mulholland Drive 1:12:54

3M ago1:12:54

1:12:54

Paul and Amy take a surreal ride this week, diving into the 2001 mind-bender Mulholland Drive by the legendary, late David Lynch. They discuss the eerie parallels between Naomi Watts' real life and her character Betty, uncover nods to iconic films, and delve into Hollywood’s dark side. You can rent Mulholland Drive on all platforms but don't forget…

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Pretty in Pink (80’s Dance-Off) 1:27:37

3M ago1:27:37

1:27:37

On Wednesdays we discuss PRETTY IN PINK. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:02:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:02:26)…

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