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A weekly podcast looking at the best and worst films of all-time, as voted for by IMDB users. New episodes typically on a Saturday, 6pm GMT.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes461Founded9 years ago
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Hosted by Andrew Quinn and Darren Mooney, this week with special guest Siddhant Adlakha, The 250 is a (mostly) weekly trip through some of the best (and worst) movies ever made, as voted for by Internet Movie Database Users. New episodes are released... more

Hosted by Andrew Quinn and Darren Mooney, this week with special guests Niall Glynn and Jason Coyle, The 250 is a (mostly) weekly trip through some of the best (and worst) movies ever made, as voted for by Internet Movie Database Users. New episodes ... more

Hosted by Andrew Quinn and Darren Mooney, this week with special guests Phil Bagnall and Darcie-Jade Faccio, The 250 is a (mostly) weekly trip through some of the best (and worst) movies ever made, as voted for by Internet Movie Database Users. New e... more

Hosted by Andrew Quinn and Darren Mooney, this week with special guests Donal Sweeney and Andy Melhuish, The 250 is a (mostly) weekly trip through some of the best (and worst) movies ever made, as voted for by Internet Movie Database Users. New episo... more

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Recent Guests

Darcie Jade Faccio
Production designer and graphic designer
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Episode: 441. One Battle After Another (#---)
Phil Bagnall
Movie critic
Episode: 441. One Battle After Another (#---)
Aoife Barry
Freelance journalist, podcaster, writer
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Episode: 439. Marty Supreme (#249)
Darcie-Jade Faccio
Programmer of the AIF Horror-thon, graphic designer
Episode: 439. Marty Supreme (#249)
Emma Kiley
Film critic and analyst
Episode: 437. Predator: Badlands - All-ien 2025 (#---)
Conor Murphy
Film critic and educator
Episode: 430. An Cailín Ciúin (The Quiet Girl) - Leaving Cert 2025 (#---)
Niall Murphy
Film industry expert and educator
Episode: 430. An Cailín Ciúin (The Quiet Girl) - Leaving Cert 2025 (#---)
Darcie Faccio
Episode: 426. Kill Bill, Vol. 2 (#---)
Richard Drumm
Film critic and avid movie watcher with a special interest in genre cinema.
Episode: 423. Predator: Killer of Killers - All-ien 2025 (#---)

Hosts

Darren Mooney
Host with long-running presence, often guiding discussions and selecting episodes; multiple affiliations with The 250/PODCAST.
Andrew Quinn
Co-host, contributes critical analysis and personal perspectives; frequently engages with guests and drives conversation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • New obsession

    This is definitely on my personal list of the top 250 podcasts ever made . No really, this is my new obsession, so so funny and endearing and dare I say thoughtful. Thank you guys<3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1sotu
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The best movie podcast I’ve heard

    This is by far the best movie podcast I’ve listened to. Informative, funny, and a great dynamic between the hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. E. Righter
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent

    Really good fun and with very knowledgable podcasters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter Harr
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great show.

    1. Aliens

    2. Alien

    3. Aliens Special Edition

    4-8 All the others

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P.Sutcliffe
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Podcast Addict
    Monty's Mom
    2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for being informative, funny, and well-malaligned between nerdy analysis and personable banter.
The show's discussions are appreciated for accessibility and depth, with occasional tangents that add character and context.
Guests and hosts are described as thoughtful, knowledgeable, and engaging, with a strong dynamic.

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Apple Podcasts
#64
Chile/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#248
Ireland/TV & Film

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435. Star Trek Into Darkness (#---)
Q: If listeners have not seen Star Trek Into Darkness, would you recommend they pause the podcast and stream it to a local device?
Yes, I would recommend people watch it. I think it's an exciting action movie that tries to say something interesting about America.
435. Star Trek Into Darkness (#---)
Q: Do you think that Star Trek Into Darkness belongs on a list of the 250 greatest movies ever made?
No, I don't think this movie belongs on The 250. It is a well-made movie, but it wouldn't be a personal favorite and I can recognize its qualities and failings.
426. Kill Bill, Vol. 2 (#---)
Q: Do you believe that Kill Bill, Vol. 2 belongs on a list of the 250 greatest movies ever made?
Darcie believes it does due to its technical beauty and thematic depth, while Andrew disagrees, feeling it doesn't compare to the first film.
421. Snow White - Ani-May 2025 (#---)
Q: And Andrew, is this the worst 100 film you've seen?
No, I think it was fine.
421. Snow White - Ani-May 2025 (#---)
Q: Ciara, what do you think about the film?
It's mostly bad in a bland, featureless way without shocking elements.

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What is The 250 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, knowledge-forward discussion anchored around IMDb's Top 250, mixing deep dives into individual films with broader industry context and cultural critique. The hosts bring a mix of cinephile rigor and easygoing banter, often inviting guests who are critics, programmers, journalists, and educators to broaden the perspective on themes, filmmaking craft, and the film industry. Episodes routinely explore film history, representation, and the social impact of cinema, with frequent detours into personal anecdotes and industry anecdotes that enrich the conversations. The show stands out for its energetic dynamic between the hosts, its willingness to tackle both canonical masterpieces and under-the-radar gems, and its approachable yet infor... more

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