
Thumb War is your weekly showdown over movies, streaming series, and pop culture mayhem. Rachel and JD dive into what’s worth watching (and what deserves jail time), dishing out unfiltered recaps, reviews, and cinematic chaos. Smart-ish, savage-ish, and spoiler-heavy.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 269 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureComedy | |||

Thumb War is back and slightly annoyed for a new Welcome to Derry Episode 4 Review! We’re forced to ask a serious question: Is this the worst episode yet? The Stephen King Universe lore is being dumped like it's an end-of-season yard sale, and frankl... more
Predator Badlands should’ve been the ninth-installment cash-grab we all politely ignore… but somehow Dan Trachtenberg cooked. In this week’s Thumb War, Rachel and Jason dive into the surprisingly emotional new Predator movie that mixes Klingon-like f... more
Spoilers for Welcome to Derry Episode 3!
Thumb War returns to Derry, Maine, where the sewers are wet, the ghost children look like Spirit Halloween interns, and the cemetery scene feels one jump scare away from a discount haunted house behind a Home... more
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This week on Thumb War we dive headfirst into “Shame”, the Steve McQueen film that proves even the hottest people alive can be absolutely miserable.
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Fine if you like film/TV reviews, but a far cry from the universal richness of Is This Good?
Best podcast ever. Before Thumb War, I’d just sit there alone with my thoughts, staring at the credits like I was solving the Da Vinci Code. Now I still get to ponder, but at least I can listen to you guys argue about the movies while I do it. I used to go to New Rockstars for my breakdowns. Sorry guys, but now it’s all Thumb War.
Not good.
Absolutely love this show. Been a long time listener since the basketball jones days and instafollowed as soon as "Is this good" came out. So far Thumb War has been good. JD and Rachel continue to provide top notch content. My biggest issue is that the movie topics are just way too new. Its only relevant for people who have seen the movies or dont plan to watch which excludes everyone who hasnt seen the movies yet! Basically havnt been able to listen to any of the new content to avoid spoilers. ... more
What was once a go to is now a hollowed version of itself. JD is great. But Rachel can’t hold this up as host in Matt’s absence.
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Episodes feature lively discussions centered around movies, television series, and broader cultural phenomena. The hosts provide humorous commentary on various films and series, often criticizing or praising recent releases with an unfiltered and engaging style. The range of topics includes everything from detailed recaps of popular franchises to humorous takes on everyday subjects, with notable segments that focus on societal issues and entertainment culture. Listeners are treated to a mix of serious critiques and playful banter, creating an entertaining blend of humor and insight. Unique to this offering is the combination of personal anecdotes and cultural discussions, which enhances the relatability and relevance of the content for list... more
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