Join Jim Hill and co-hosts Len Testa, Drew Taylor, Brian Gaughan, Eric Hersey, and Lauren Hersey as they talk about the multi-faceted Walt Disney Company - including Pixar, Lucasfilm and Disney Studios - as well as Universal Studios and the world of collectibles.
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Pixar Animation Studios Podcasts
A podcast covering the world of movies, tv show, toys, collectibles, gaming and all things Geekcentric. Join us every week as we discuss the latest news, and trailers. Plus we have special interviews with the people who make the things we love, and reviews of some the latest movies and series from around the Geekiverse. Follow us on Twitter @GeekcentricYT Follow us on Instagram @wearegeekcentric
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Going behind the scenes of Pixar Animation Studios through audio documentaries and conversations. Produced by Derrick Clements.
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The Pixar Post Podcast is a natural extension of our website (www.pixarpost.com) and is run by the husband and wife team of T.J. and Julie. We will discuss all thing Pixar - from news, rumors, merchandise, reviews, interviews, Pixar history and much more. This family-friendly show is presented in an entertaining, positive and upbeat light. Please note - this Podcast is not affiliated with Pixar Animation Studios.
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Academy Award-winning Filmemacher John Lasseter spricht über die Entstehung von Cars 2. John ist seit der Gründung von Pixar kreativer Leiter des Studios und außerdem Chief Creative Officer von Walt Disney und den Pixar Animation Studios. Die Veröffentlichung von Cars 2, Pixars 12. abendfüllenden Zeichentrickfilm, fällt mit dem 25. Jahrestag des berühmten Studio zusammen. Dieses Event fand auf Englisch statt. Moderiert von Steven Gätjen im Apple Store, Rosenstraße in München.
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The podcast about Disney movies that don't quite have the magic! Whether they're forgotten gems, cult classics, mediocre duds, or just absolute crap, hosts Dallin Agatone and Amanda Dutkiewicz sit down and take an informal, irreverent look at the films, the people behind them, and their place in film history.
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Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar and president of Pixar and Disney Animation Studios discusses his book Creativity, Inc. He talks about the ideals that have made Pixar so widely admired and how to overcome the unseen forces that stand in the way of true inspiration. Hosted by Chris Hewitt at the Apple Store, Regent Street in London.
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Academy Award-winning filmmaker John Lasseter discusses the making of Cars 2. John has been the creative leader of Pixar since its inception and is chief creative officer for Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios. The release of Cars 2, Pixar’s 12th full-length animated feature, coincides with the 25th anniversary of the celebrated studio. Moderated by Chris Hewitt at the Apple Store, Regent Street, in London.
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Disney news, history, opinion and more - broadcasting from beautiful downtown Progress City, U.S.A.
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Inside The Mouse Castle: Disney News, Information and Commentary
Tim Callaway and Anthony Reynolds
From July 2014 to April 2021, Disney geeks extraordinaire Tim Callaway and Anthony Reynolds commented, analyzed and generally made a shambles of Disney news "Inside the Mouse Castle." Relive those embarrassing days here as they talk about Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney Studios, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Disney Publishing, Disney Consumer Products and the Disney/ABC Television Group. You've been warned. www.TheMouseCastle.com
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The Rusty Animator Podcast: Animation| Animators| Art | Rusty Gray
Rusty Gray: Animator, Artist, and Mentor
Rusty Gray from Rusty Animator.com dives into the art of animation, how to learn the craft, and make a living as an animator in VFX, Feature, or Games. Through interviews with recent graduates of the best online schools (Animation Mentor, IAnimate, CG Tarian and Animschool) that have made it pro, you’ll discover the shortcuts to your dream job at Disney, Pixar, Weta, ILM or any studio. If its insight and inspiration you need this is your source. Animation workflows, animation schools, person ...
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Do you love animation? Join us as the team at SPILLT opens it's doors and lets you in on all the news, views, and how to find the fun in getting work done, whether you're keyframe curious, studying in school, or out in the industry rocking the pencils and pixels. Tune in and be part of the creative conversation for all things animation and motion design.
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It’s a tale as old as time. Two lifelong Disney and theme park fanatics found each other and created a travel agency. Now, we’ve decided to share our knowledge in a podcast. Grab a drink and hang with us as we talk queue times, rope drops, and the best place to grab a Mickey pretzel.
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Whatever We Want is about celebrating storytelling! We review content across all mediums of media: movies, television, video games, books, and beyond to give you the most interesting behind-the-scenes insights, storytelling techniques, trivia, and MORE! This is a hub for all sorts of franchises/fandoms: Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, Pixar, and more!
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The Disney Beat is a weekly podcast that delivers all of the Disney related news from the previous week.We cover the Disney Parks (Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo Sea, Shanghai Disneyland, and Hong Kong Disneyland). the Disney as a company, Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel, Disney+ streaming, Disney Cruise Line, ABC, ESPN, Hulu, 20th Century Studios, Disney Animation, Disney on Broadway, and much more.The goal is to keep you informed about the inner workings ...
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Johnny and Alan give every Disney Park ride a Disney movie (or Pixar. Or Marvel. Or Star Wars. Or random Fox) makeover. It’s what Disney is doing at Disneyland and Walt Disney World so these boys figure they may as well lean into it.
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The Creative Hustlers Show is a series of interviews featuring successful artists from all over the world who are successful in their careers or projects and finding out how they did it so you can learn from the very best. The people interviewed here have founded their own studios, projects or worked at the best animation companies in the world such as Disney, Pixar, Cartoon Saloon, Frederator, and Many More. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-creative-hustlers ...
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Welcome to the Official MickeyBlog Podcast! The MickeyBlog Podcast is FOR Disney fans and hosted BY Disney fans! Hosted By Jared Talbot and alongside other members of the MickeyBlog team, this show will cover ALL things Disney! Whether it be the Disney theme parks located around the globe, the Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney Studios, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, news from the Disney+ world and beyond, we’ve got you covered!
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This is a podcast we’re in each episode we will review a Disney film talk and discuss it for an. Hour and in the end put it on the ranking board
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A great creative idea can come from anywhere, at any time. The trick is – knowing how to spot it. Cirque du Soleil is widely known as a beacon of creative thinking. For decades, they’ve thrilled audiences with imaginative, interdisciplinary live experiences drawing creative inspiration from art, science, nature, philosophy, and the magic of everyday life. Cirque du Sound is a brand-new podcast from the creative minds at Cirque du Soleil. It’s an immersive sonic trip exploring the creative id ...
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The Magic Behind Bedknobs and Broomsticks: How Disney’s Forgotten Fantasy Took Flight (Ep. 70)
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1:00:34This week, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dust off one of Disney’s most underappreciated classics, Bedknobs and Broomsticks. From its wartime origins and lost Mary Poppins connections to Angela Lansbury’s iconic role and Disney’s merchandising mysteries, the duo uncovers how this effects-filled musical became both a box-office sleeper and a cult favori…
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After Hours at Disney: Magical Bonus or Midnight Money Pit? (Ep. 4)
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29:45In this episode of The Case For with Chris Cox, the court examines one of Walt Disney World's most exclusive experiences: after hours hard ticket events. From Boo Bash to Jollywood Nights, are these late-night parties packed with unique perks, or are they just overpriced parades, cocoa, and chaos? Chris Cox and Len Testa present both sides while Ju…
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From Disneyland to “Charlotte’s Web”: The Sherman Brothers’ Forgotten Tunes (Ep. 329)
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53:53This week on Fine Tooning, Drew Taylor and Jim Hill explore how Disney’s most beloved songwriting duo—the Sherman Brothers—found new creative life after leaving the Mouse House in 1968. From the heartfelt melodies of Snoopy Come Home to the timeless charm of Charlotte’s Web, Jim revisits how their music carried Disney’s spirit into other studios’ a…
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When Disney Becomes the Classroom: Teaching Magic, Strategy, and Imagination (Ep. 554)
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1:17:42This week, Len and Jim welcome Dr. Jill Peterfesso from Guilford College to talk about her new book Why the Magic Matters: Discovering Disney as a Laboratory for Learning. The conversation explores how Disney is studied in college classrooms, how its mix of “magic and strategy” reveals deeper lessons about creativity and culture, and why professors…
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What If Comcast Buys Warner Bros.? Theme Park Dreams and Streaming Wars (Ep. 73)
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51:08Jim Hill and Eric Hersey explore the big “what if” shaking up Hollywood - what happens if Comcast makes a play for Warner Bros. Discovery? From potential streaming mega-mergers to a theme park fan’s ultimate fantasy lineup, the guys imagine a world where Harry Potter meets Batman on the Universal backlot. Why Warner Bros. turned down Paramount’s $4…
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This is our spoiler-free review of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein — the long-awaited reimagining of the classic tale that premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and is coming soon to Netflix. In this episode, Nate and Darcy dive into the film’s haunting look and feel, striking performances, and intricate character design, while dis…
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From Boo Buckets to Big Macs: Inside Disney’s Golden Era with McDonald’s (Ep. 69)
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1:13:11Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey are joined by former Disney Imagineer Jim Shull to unwrap the fascinating (and sometimes funny) story of Disney’s long-running partnership with McDonald’s. From the birth of the Happy Meal to fry carts in Frontierland, this episode explores how two of the world’s biggest brands became the ultimate marketing duo - and what…
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Avengers vs. X-Men? The Russo Brothers Might Be Teasing It (Ep. 2)
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1:04:17Jim Hill and Dan Graney unpack the latest Marvel headlines from New York Comic Con and beyond, starting with James Gunn’s near-miss MCU to DCU crossover featuring Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool. From “Deadpool Batman” hitting comic shelves to clues about the next Avengers film, the guys trace what’s real, what’s rumor, and what it all means for the Marvel…
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Inside the Animation Is Film Festival with Matt Kaszanek (Ep. 328)
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49:19Jim Hill and Drew Taylor welcome special guest Matt Kaszanek, Program Director for the Animation Is Film Festival, to talk about what fans can expect at this year’s event at the TCL Chinese Theatre. From exclusive screenings and panels to the state of the animation industry, this episode dives deep into the heart of Hollywood’s celebration of anima…
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From Pleasure Island to Pints of Guinness: Disney’s Nightlife Reinvented (Ep. 553)
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58:39Jim Hill and Len Testa uncover how a single Irish pub reshaped Disney Springs. From the forgotten Pleasure Island Jazz Company to the birth of Raglan Road, this episode reveals how one restaurant sparked a renaissance in Disney dining. Plus, the guys tackle Disney’s latest round of price increases, Universal’s updated safety policies, and a listene…
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Episode 133: Park Hopper? More Like Wallet Dropper! | Price Hikes + Getting To Know Us
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54:08Get to know Abby and Rob from Disney Hour Express in a relaxed live chat, plus park strategy and honest takes on the latest news. Highlights include: • How Disney hooked us, from solo trips to Treehouse Villas nostalgia. • Rope-drop strategy tips for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and TRON. • Why early morning safaris show more animals. • Our favorite sna…
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Review | Peacemaker Season 2: A Spoiler-Filled Discussion
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54:33This is our spoiler-filled discussion of Peacemaker Season 2, where we dive deep into how James Gunn expands on Chris Smith’s story through grief, redemption, and some truly wild multiversal chaos. We break down the emotional highs, shocking twists, and standout performances from John Cena, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Holland — and explore how th…
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How Transformers Replaced Murder, She Wrote at Universal Studios (Ep. 72)
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57:52Jim Hill and Eric Hersey crack open the story behind how Transformers: The Ride 3D bulldozed its way into Universal Studios Florida—literally replacing the Murder, She Wrote Mystery Theater. Along the way, they cover everything from Universal’s new Fanta horror crossover to coaster policy changes, Simpsons rumors, and a surprising Zelda connection …
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The Retail Giant That Almost Sponsored The Great Movie Ride (Ep. 68)
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52:25Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey unwrap a holiday-sized story about Disney’s long, complicated relationship with Sears—from Mickey Mouse watches in the 1930s to the retail giant’s near-sponsorship of the Great Movie Ride at Disney-MGM Studios. Plus, the duo dives into the rare blue Disney name tag, Wicked-branded cleaning products, and the Jim Henson Com…
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Are Disney Club Level Rooms Worth the Price? Or Just Fancy Granola and Regret? (Ep. 3)
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20:39By Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
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This is our spoiler-free review of TRON: Ares, the latest film in the TRON franchise. In this episode, Nate and Darcy share their thoughts on the movie’s stunning visuals, electrifying soundtrack from Nine Inch Nails, and ambitious expansion of the digital world. We discuss standout performances, the film’s uneven pacing and character development, …
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Inside “Zootopia 2” – Drew’s First Look at Disney’s Next Big Sequel (Ep. 327)
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52:00By Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
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Talking Trash: The Strange History of Disney’s Most Beloved Garbage Can (Ep. 552)
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1:03:13This week, Jim Hill and Len Testa dig into one of the most unexpectedly heartwarming stories in Disney history, the rise (and fall) of Push, the talking trash can who stole hearts in Tomorrowland. From his humble garage-built beginnings to his mysterious disappearance in 2014, Jim reveals how a simple rolling robot outlasted most of Disney’s high-t…
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What Other IPs Could Be Coming to Universal’s Fan Fest 2026? (Ep. 71)
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53:58Jim Hill and Eric Hersey dig into a leaked Universal survey that hints at the future of Fan Fest in Hollywood. From Scooby-Doo teaming up with Universal Monsters to the possibility of Pokemon Go and Sailor Moon activations, the lineup could be one of the most surprising yet. And in the second half, the guys rewind to explore the retro roots and hid…
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The Sherman Brothers’ Disney Musical You’ve Never Heard Of (Ep. 67)
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54:57Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey kick off October with a witchy episode of I Want That Too. From the avalanche of Wicked merchandise filling store shelves to Disney’s own magical past, this week’s show dives into collectibles, streaming perks, and even a long-lost Sherman Brothers project that never made it to the screen. The rise of Wicked-themed merch,…
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This is our spoiler-free review of The Smashing Machine, the latest A24 film directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, and Ryan Bader. As part of our TIFF coverage, we share our thoughts on the film’s documentary-style look and feel, Dwayne’s first dramatic role, Emily Blunt’s standout performance, and why the story left us…
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Marvel Us Disney Returns: Spider-Man 4, Stan Lee’s AI Avatar & Marvel Zombies (Ep. 1)
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1:19:36Marvel Us Disney is back! In this inaugural reboot episode, Jim Hill and new co-host Dan Graney dive into the future of Marvel on screen, honoring the show’s roots while exploring the biggest stories shaking up fandom. From Spider-Man’s next chapter to the rise of AI legends and the gory return of Marvel Zombies, this super-sized episode covers it …
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The Long, Strange Journey of The Cobbler and the Thief (Ep. 326)
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51:46Jim Hill and Drew Taylor wrap up September with a packed episode of Fine Tooning. From this year’s sold-out Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood to the long, winding saga of Richard Williams’ unfinished opus The Cobbler and the Thief, the guys cover the latest in animation news, box office battles, and even a courtroom clash over Steamboat Willie. …
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Episode 132: Disney World News September 2025 | MNSSHP Canceled Parade, Disney+ Price Hike & Park Changes
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35:14Our very first Disney Hour Express livestream didn’t go exactly as planned thanks to some early audio glitches, but the second half of the show is packed with Disney magic and news you don’t want to miss. We share tips for first-time Disney visitors, including how to avoid feeling overwhelmed and why meal planning makes such a big difference. We di…
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72 Hours Before a Disney Park Opens (featuring Jim Shull) (Ep. 551)
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1:07:49With Len Testa away this week, Jim Hill is joined by Imagineer Jim Shull and Eric Hersey. Shull shares first-hand stories of the frantic 72 hours before Disney parks open - from sod being laid overnight at the Contemporary Resort in 1971 to carloads of flowers on Main Street Paris. Meanwhile, Eric helps cover the latest Universal Studios news, incl…
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Manufacturing the Magic: Looking back at Pacific Ocean Par
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40:11In the 23rd installment of this educational series, Shelly & Noe Valladolid head down to the water. To be specific, Santa Monica, California. Where CBS tried to get in the theme park business by radically reimagining a 30-year-old amusement pier. Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: What was the original name of the first am…
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Cabana Bay and the Resort Boom at Universal Orlando (Ep. 70)
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50:03This week, Jim and Eric tackle a tough headline out of Epic Universe as a guest tragedy forces the closure of Stardust Racers. From what happened to what comes next, they break down the details and share insights on ride safety across the theme park industry. Later in the show, listener Ernesto sparks a deep dive into the origins of Universal’s Cab…
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Figment’s Merch Magic and the Movie That Never Was (Ep. 66)
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1:02:13Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dive into Disney’s favorite little purple dragon, Figment. From popcorn bucket mania to a live-action movie that never got off the ground, they trace Figment’s journey from Epcot icon to merchandising powerhouse. Along the way, they detour through Lowe’s and Spirit Halloween to check out exclusive Haunted Mansion décor an…
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Review | Marvel Animation's Marvel Zombies (Spoiler-Free)
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37:16This is our spoiler-free review of Marvel Animation’s Marvel Zombies. Across four episodes, the series picks up from the What If…? “Zombies” episode and expands the chaos into a full-blown, blood-soaked story. We dive into how Marvel fully embraces the MA rating with brutal action, shocking character moments, and a narrative that left us hungry for…
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