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The award-winning comedy podcast that celebrates bad movies. Comedians and actors Paul Scheer (The League), June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie), and Jason Mantzoukas (Big Mouth) break down the very best of the worst films ever made—we’re talkin’ blockbuster flops, cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we’re honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies. Pl... more

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Latest Episodes

Mamma Mia! We're taking a Last Looks vacation, but don't worry, Paul still announces next week's new movie before treating you all to a re-release of our classic episode on the 2018 rom-com Little Italy starring Emma Roberts and Hayden Christensen. P... more

Josh Lucas, Jessica Biel, and Jamie Foxx star in the 2005 action flick Stealth about an AI-powered fighter jet that gets struck by lightning and goes rogue. The hilarious Charlie Sanders (Key & Peele) joins Paul and Jason to cover everything from Jam... more

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Welcome to the Xander Zone! Vin Diesel stars in 2002's xXx—a movie that answers the question, "What if James Bond was a dickhead?" LIVE from Largo in LA, HDTGM all-star Rob Huebel joins Paul and June to discuss Samuel L. Jackson's fake diner budget, ... more

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Vanilla Ice's first movie, 1991's Cool as Ice, is like if Rebel Without a Cause had turntables, 8-ball jackets, and a lot of sick 90s dance moves. Brian Huskey (Veep) joins Paul, Jason, and June to discuss the weird biker gangs, inexplicable love sto... more

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Recent Guests

Vanilla Ice
Rapper and actor, guest discussing the film
Psychopathic Records (mentioned)
Episode: Cool as Ice w/ Brian Huskey & Vanilla Ice (Classic)
Eliot Glazer
Comedy writer and author, associated with The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Gay
Author, The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Gay
Episode: Last Looks: Fall w/ Eliot Glazer
Nathan Fielder
Guest from Nathan for You
ABC/Comedy Central involvement implied in discussion
Episode: Gooby w/ Nathan Fielder (Classic)
Eddie Pepitone
Comedian, subject of the episode's opening interview
Individual guest on the episode
Episode: Crocodile Dundee In Los Angeles w/ Eddie Pepitone & Matthew Berry (Classic)
Matthew Berry
Writer of Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles, author of Fantasy Life
ESPN (writer) / Fantasy Life (author)
Episode: Crocodile Dundee In Los Angeles w/ Eddie Pepitone & Matthew Berry (Classic)
Kumail Nanjiani
Actor/comedian, star of Silicon Valley and The Big Sick
Silicon Valley, The Big Sick
Episode: Airborne LIVE! w/ Scott Aukerman, Kumail Nanjiani, & Danielle Schneider (Classic)
Danielle Schneider
Guest co-host from Bitch Sesh, writer for Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Bitch Sesh (podcast)
Episode: Airborne LIVE! w/ Scott Aukerman, Kumail Nanjiani, & Danielle Schneider (Classic)
Laci Mosley
Comedian and actor, host of Scam Goddess
Scam Goddess
Episode: Vertical Limit w/ Laci Mosley
Owen Burke
Guest, Earwolf podcast Owen and TJ Read the News
Earwolf
Episode: Double Team w/ Owen Burke (Classic)

Hosts

Paul Scheer
Host of the show; established comedian and actor with a background in collaborative, panel-style humor.
Jason Mantzoukas
Co-host and regular contributor with a sharp, improvisational style.
June Diane Raphael
Co-host and regular panelist, known for energetic, witty contributions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34.7k ratings
  • Excellent.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    S M
    17 days ago
  • This is awful.

    Unfunny, uninteresting, incoherent ramblings. It is neither entertaining nor insightful. This is just insulting to the listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jmrn19
    United States19 days ago
  • A classic!

    Y’all are so entertaining you’ve help me set PR after PR while running. I ran 6.5 miles with with a stroller listening to the Circus Island ep. Just a fun, niche podcast: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c-phif
    United States24 days ago
  • Amazon Review

    Five Stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bomberman5687
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too many ads

    Couldn't get into it because there were so many ad breaks. Had to turn it off

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MisterHippo
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners love the guest appearances and behind-the-scenes trivia.
A few listeners feel the show can rely on ad breaks or run long in live formats.
The show is hilarious and endlessly entertaining, with strong chemistry between hosts.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#217
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Apple Podcasts
#23
United States/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#157
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#25
Canada/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#114
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#47
Australia/Comedy

Talking Points

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Cool as Ice w/ Brian Huskey & Vanilla Ice (Classic)
Q: So now it's a little bit of time has passed since you've done it. What was it like working on that movie?
Vanilla Ice explains that the project gave him creative freedom and that it helped launch his later opportunities, including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, while acknowledging the film's cult status and chaotic production.
Circus Island LIVE!
Q: Is Ashley the villain or the antihero?
The hosts largely agree Ashley is the film's standout force, a ruthless saboteur whose actions drive the tension, while still acknowledging moments of humanity in her character.
Circus Island LIVE!
Q: How does the island setting drive the plot?
The panel agrees the island serves as a closed, isolated world that magnifies family drama, secrecy, and circus fantasy, though some questions about geography and logistics remain unanswered.
Wild Wild West w/ Kevin Smith (Classic)
Q: How did you first get involved with this project?
Kevin Smith describes initial meetings and the studio environment, including the push to pursue multiple Superman-related ideas, and how those discussions evolved before the project was ultimately scrapped and reinvented by others.
Mortal Kombat w/ Cameron Esposito (Classic)
Q: Can I ask a quick question?
Cameron explains her familiarity with the source material and shares how the film's adaptation choices align or clash with fans' expectations.

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A playful, insider look at bad movies and cult cinema, led by a trio of comedians who riff on production quirks, casting misfires, and fan contributions. Episodes blend sharp pop-culture commentary, behind-the-scenes trivia, audience corrections, and lively guest chats with actors, writers, and fellow comedians. The show stands out for its long-running camaraderie, candid banter, and willingness to celebrate even the most offbeat titles with warmth and humor, making it a must-listen for film fans who enjoy witty critique and nostalgic fun.

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2. Eliot Glazer
3. Nathan Fielder
4. Eddie Pepitone
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6. Kumail Nanjiani
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