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It Was A Sh*t Show

It Was A Sh*t Show
Hollywood
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Joss Whedon
Waterworld
Mortal Kombat
Universal Pictures
Twister
Highlander II: the Quickening
Disney
Starship Troopers
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Visual Effects
Alien
Avengers: Age Of Ultron
The Wizard Of Oz
Dune
The Wolfman
Fascism
Fantastic Four
Cursed

Why did it take so long to make a Simpsons movie? Did Ed Harris really almost drown on The Abyss? How many times have they attempted to reboot Batman? And who thought Ugly Sonic was a good idea?

Well, making stuff is hard. Especially in the entertainment world where big egos, bigger budgets, and just plain bad luck can make things go horribly wrong. In each episode of It Was a Sh*t Show, hosts Ian... more

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Latest Episodes

Proving who’s human is hard. Let’s talk about how difficult it was to make John Carpenter’s The Thing, from the troublesome creature effects, to the vitriolic reaction on its release.

Special Guest: Sequoia Simone (@sequoiasimone)

You can watch the... more

Making a godless war is hard. Let’s talk about how difficult it was to make Troy, from dealing with hurricanes and wars, to Brad Pitt enduring the most ironic injury.

Get the longer Director’s Cut version of this episode on Patreon (with 13 extra mi... more

Pleasing Darkness is hard. Let’s talk about how difficult it was to make Legend, from an entire set burning to the ground, to the multiple cuts with a completely replaced score.

You can watch the full video version of this episode on YouTube!

Get t... more

Having great power and responsibility is hard. Let’s talk about how difficult it was to make Spider-Man, from the cheap attempts by Cannon Films, to the endless lawsuits that prevented the movie from getting made.

You can watch the full video versio... more

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Recent Guests

Sequoia Simone
Podcaster and cooking enthusiast
Episode: The Thing (1982)
James HT
Meddling executive character in the episode's satire
Fictional executive on the show
Episode: Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)
Edgar Wright
Director and co-w writer (initial Ant-Man director)
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Episode: YouTube Deep Dive: Ant-Man (2015)
Joe Cornish
Co-writer on initial Ant-Man script
Ant-Man project/Marvel
Episode: YouTube Deep Dive: Ant-Man (2015)
Peyton Reed
Director who replaced Wright to complete Ant-Man
Marvel Studios/Disney
Episode: YouTube Deep Dive: Ant-Man (2015)
Adam McKay
Writer/director considered for Ant-Man rewrite
Marvel/Paul Rudd collaboration
Episode: YouTube Deep Dive: Ant-Man (2015)
Paul Rudd
Actor cast as Ant-Man (Scott Lang)
Marvel Studios/Ant-Man
Episode: YouTube Deep Dive: Ant-Man (2015)
Alan Seawright
Cinema Therapy's host
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Episode: Fantastic Four (2015) w/ Alan Seawright
Jonathan Giesbrecht
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Hosts

Ian Gentsch
Podcast researcher and producer.
Rae Reynolds
Sound editor and producer.
Clint

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 856 ratings
  • Ska Boys for the win!!!!

    One of the best ways to look into and jab at film history at the same time! May Jeff: The God of Basements shine a light on your almost-church from the bigots and Swiss witch doctor scams across the cosmos with Clint’s Katanna Gun!

    (Also, good to find another ska fan out there.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daelen.c
    Canadaa month ago
  • Best movie overview podcast

    I’m a total fanboy of this podcast. Each episode is like a fun party with friends mixed with DVD extras. The Melania episode made me pee my pants a little. These guys do their research.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carpet Madness
    United States2 months ago
  • funny asf

    I’ve had to turn this off a couple times while I was listening at work because I couldn’t stop laughing and I didn’t wanna look like a crazy person

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shteven shpielburg
    United States4 months ago
  • Great birthday gift

    Long time listener, but wanted to make sure to finally drop a review. Yall have brought me a lot of joy over the years since I found the show and I’m super appreciative of all yall do. Thanks for all the amazing episodes, and thanks for putting out the solo episode on my birthday! For a big Star Wars fan, it was a huge treat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PopPunkBoi
    United States5 months ago
  • Reaction to Melania episode

    Saw the Melania episode. Thank you for meeting the moment- the international audience is baffled and frustrated that Americans are not taking action en masse, so as much as it depressed you it actually was reassuring to me to hear someone from your country speaking up and calling for action. Take care - just know that the rest of the sane world is supporting you from afar.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jmcfan
    Australia7 months ago

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Listeners praise the mix of detailed film research, production history, and laugh-out-loud humor.
A few reviews mention uneven audio levels or sound effects that can feel overproduced.
The hosts' chemistry and friendly, conversational feel are a recurring draw for longtime listeners.
Fans value the range of films covered, including cult titles and behind-the-scenes stories they may not know.
Some listeners object when political commentary takes over from the film topic.

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Dune (1984) w/ Max Evry
Q: How did the production struggles impact the final film?
The combination of director inexperience, producer interference, and editing decisions led to a final product that many found incoherent at first.
Dune (1984) w/ Max Evry
Q: Was it worth the experience of making Dune?
Max Evry expresses positive sentiments towards the overall experience, hinting that flaws in the film contribute to its charm.

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Frequently Asked Questions About It Was A Sh*t Show

What is It Was A Sh*t Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A recurring trio of hosts reconstructs how films and other entertainment projects went off track, from troubled development and studio interference to dangerous shoots, budget overruns, reshoots, and difficult releases. The discussions combine researched production history with candid opinions, movie trivia, affectionate fandom, and irreverent humor. Episodes usually center on one film, tracing the people and decisions behind its making before considering its reception and legacy. The range spans major studio franchises, cult favorites, and notorious flops, with occasional excursions into documentary and political topics. The format is primarily host-led, with occasional guests, and video versions of selected deep dives are available. A dis... more

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7. Paul Rudd
8. Alan Seawright

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