
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 | 307 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedySociety & Culture | |||

On this episode of Thumb War, JD and Rachel review the movie The Bride!, Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ambitious reimagining of the Frankenstein story.
With a star-studded cast and big ideas about feminism, identity, and classic movie monsters, the film certa... more
The Oscars are almost here, which means it’s time to make our predictions.
JD and Rachel are joined by resident film expert DanDan The Pieman to break down the biggest categories at the 98th Academy Awards. We debate who should win, who will win, an... more
Send Help is Sam Raimi in full “fun mode” — gross, funny, mean, and extremely satisfying.
On Thumb War, we break down Raimi’s return to crowd-pleasing horror, Rachel McAdams’ anti-hero arc, Survivor energy, island mind games, and why this movie work... more
This week’s Patreon-only Thumb War is very a late February check-in — no formal review, just conversation.
We talk about:
• Trivia and random pop-culture facts
• Splitsville mini-review
• Travel stories and side quests
• Media overload a... more
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Stranger Things and and Jesus Christ if you are going to cover a show take the time to know the casts names. Also, enough with the overuse of the word “cringe” just because you hear your kid say it doesn’t mean you have to
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Please do Bad Santa 2, because why not?
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.
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This podcast focuses on dissecting movies, streaming series, and elements of pop culture that listeners may find engaging or worth avoiding. The hosts provide a blend of humor, critique, and emotional commentary, often going beyond surface-level reviews to explore the themes and character dynamics presented in various media. Notable for its unfiltered discussions, the show tackles a wide range of topics from adaptations of classic literature to modern blockbusters, often offering insights around storytelling methods, character development, and cultural representation. Listeners can expect a lively, often comedic exploration of recent films and shows, with a strong community vibe stemming from the hosts' banter and camaraderie.
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