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The Box Office Podcast

Scott Mendelson
Inside Out 2
The Fall Guy
Kingdom Of the Planet Of the Apes
Box Office
Bad Boys 4
Twisters
Deadpool & Wolverine
The First Omen
Monkey Man
Hollywood
Disney
Moviepass
Despicable Me 4
Civil War
Horror Films
Godzilla X Kong
Garfield
Longlegs
Challengers
Back To Black

A weekly conversation about the weekend box office between myself (Scott Mendelson) and a few younger (Jeremy Fuster), hipper (Ryan Scott) and cooler (Lisa Laman) entertainment journalists. Spoiler: I am what they grow beyond. scottmendelson.substack.com

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Latest Episodes

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While you’d think that the terrific trio, alongside producer Max Deering and special guest Rendy Jones (another superb fourth-chair occupant who’s so young but has been doing this for so long that I shudder to think how old they were when I first sta... more

The new-to-the-show guest for the first episode of 2026 is Tre’vell Anderson, prolific author, podcaster and journalist (who was recently named co-director of the Trans Journalist Association alongside TJA co-founder Kae Petrin). Oh, and Jeremy Fuste... more

This may be the very first weekend since I started this podcast, nearly two years ago, when we literally ran out of time to appropriately discuss the relevant new releases (and higher-profile holdovers). However, unless Kids Bop: The Movie pulls an E... more

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Recent Guests

Rendy Jones
Freelance writer and owner of Rendy Reviews
Rendy Reviews
Episode: Monkeying Around After the End of the World
Barry Hertz
Chief Film Critic for the Globe and Mail and author of 'Welcome to the Family,' examining the 'Fast and Furious' franchise.
Globe and Mail
Episode: A Fast (But Not Furious) Hour With... Barry Hertz
Bruce Nash
Founder and publisher of The Numbers website
The Numbers
Episode: An Hour With... The Numbers' Bruce Nash
Kevin Goetz
Film audience expert, founder and CEO of Screen Engine, author of 'How to Score in Hollywood'
Screen Engine
Episode: An Hour With... Screen Engine CEO Kevin Goetz
Terrence Johnson
Owner of lenoirtour.net and co-host of Two Black Guys Talk Godzilla.
Two Black Guys Talk Godzilla
Episode: One Battle After Gabby's Dollhouse
Roger Cheng
Managing Editor of Pro and Business Coverage at TheWrap
TheWrap
Episode: Slay, Demons, Slay!
Seth Worley
Writer and director of 'Sketch'.
Episode: An Hour With... Seth Worley, The Writer and Director of 'Sketch'
Mike Scott
Host of Action For Everyone
Action For Everyone
Episode: 'Nobody 2' Could. 'Nobody 2' Would!
Meredith Borders
Senior Editor of Fangoria with expertise in pop culture and horror cinema
Fangoria
Episode: Superman Knows What You Smurfed Last Summer!

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Scott Mendelson
Host of The Box Office Podcast; enjoys exploring the complexities of box office dynamics and film criticism.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • These people will endlessly complain about the death of the movie theater and then get super mad when a movie they don't like does well.

    I like movie theaters I want them to continue to exist but It's like listening to 70-year-olds talk about the phonograph. So long.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    ballsmckenzie
    6 months ago
  • Tuned in for Chen got almost no Chen

    Huge Chen head from way back, tuned in for that reason. He is barely allowed to chime in?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Appascuseme
    United States7 months ago
  • Poorly Edited

    Episodes are so heavily edited that it’s become nearly impossible to follow a single train of thought. One person speaking will abruptly fade into someone else speaking before they can even finish a sentence. Hosts talking over one another becomes clipped audio mush with zero clarity. It’s a mess.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mikeysayshi
    United States8 months ago
  • This is the best movie biz podcast!!

    I really love all of the box office movie knowledge these guys drop on us every week!! I also love all of the special guest appearances!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ledizzler
    United Statesa year ago
  • Found the best Box Office podcast

    I have been looking for a box office podcast that provides information and a bit of commentary rather than commentary with a bit of information. I heard Scott on BO Boys and loved him. (Do NOT subscribe to BO Boys, by the way…just a couple of guys who love to hear themselves talk and provide very little insight and even less useful or interesting information.) Scott and his terrific friends give us everything we need to stay up to date on what is happening in the movie world. Nice concise chats ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A podcast addict
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and knowledgeable discussions regarding the film industry, particularly around box office trends.
Some have criticized the editing and flow of the conversations, indicating a desire for more natural exchanges among hosts.
Overall sentiment leans towards positive, highlighting the unique blend of humor and analysis as a standout feature.

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A Fast (But Not Furious) Hour With... Barry Hertz
Q: How did you go from, I'd like to write a book about the Fast and Furious to I'm writing a book about the Fast and Furious?
Barry Hertz details that after sketching a proposal for a book on the franchise, he quickly got a call from an interested agent and subsequently secured a publisher, allowing him to explore the topic deeply throughout the writing process.
An Hour With... Seth Worley, The Writer and Director of 'Sketch'
Q: Are there any things that you do wish were different about the final cut?
Worley reflects on character decisions, expressing that he now recognizes opportunities to heighten the stakes in the story through character deaths, though he believes it worked out better without them.
An Hour With... Seth Worley, The Writer and Director of 'Sketch'
Q: What challenges did you face trying to make an eccentric fantasy adventure film that wasn't based on prior source material?
Worley explains the difficulties in marketing an original film without an established IP and how the film's unique tone made it hard to categorize for audiences.
An Hour With... Seth Worley, The Writer and Director of 'Sketch'
Q: First, why this film? How did this one become a German idea, and why this movie?
Worley discusses how personal experiences and childhood incidents inspired the concept for 'Sketch', particularly focusing on themes of emotional health and creativity in children.
Superman Knows What You Smurfed Last Summer!
Q: What was the audience reaction in Germany like for Superman?
The audience was quiet, with no reactions during moments of humor or excitement, but it was evident they were interested in the film.

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Focusing on the landscape of the film industry, particularly box office trends and analysis, discussions often touch on recent releases, nostalgia for past films, and nuanced considerations of trends in the market. Episodes frequently include lively debates about the cultural significance and financial performance of movies, as well as critiques on marketing strategies and audience engagement. The show's hosts exhibit a blend of professional insight and personal anecdotes, creating a dynamic atmosphere that resonates with film enthusiasts and industry insiders alike. The willingness to embrace humor and candid discussions sets this show apart, making it appealing for those interested in both the art and business of cinema.

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2. Barry Hertz
3. Bruce Nash
4. Kevin Goetz
5. Terrence Johnson
6. Roger Cheng
7. Seth Worley
8. Mike Scott

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