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The Studio Demands It!

Sixfive Media
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Time Travel
Star Trek
Spider-Man
Deadpool
Ghostbusters
Halloween Franchise
Disney
Legend Of Zelda
Alien Franchise
X-Men
Witches
Horror Films
Science Fiction
James Bond
Dwayne Hicks
Fables
Modern Technology
Season Of the Witch
Halloween

Two screenwriters attempt to recreate, reimagine, or flat out fix, existing film franchises when 'the studio' demands...MORE FILMS! It's an exercise in creative thinking where they will challenge themselves to conceptualize, pitch, and craft a film based on the stipulations of a hypothetical Hollywood overlord. | Sixfive Media

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes146Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

S7 EP10 | In 1977, virtually no one thought Star Wars was going to be a success. And yet, defying all logic, it was the biggest movie of all time. It is now 1978, and the studio is demanding a sequel, but George Lucas isn't coming back. It's up to th... more

S7 EP8 | With Disney's ownership of the Night at the Museum franchise, there's money being left on the table. The studio demands the Tablet of Ahkmenrah be brought to the Happiest Place on Earth! 

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• T.C. De Witt - Host

• Jim Burzelic - H... more

S7 EP7 | After single-handedly turning video game adaptations into a billions dollar success (that's right, this show did that), the guys must once again find a franchise movie to take from console to the big screen for another blockbuster. 

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S7 EP6 | Legacy sequels ask a lot, and the studio has made a very difficult demand: build a franchise out of the critically panned and financial failure that is 1997's Event Horizon. And not just one film, but two.

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• T.C. De Witt - Host

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Recent Guests

Jim Burzelic
Screenwriter and filmmaker
Episode: The Legend of Zelda (1993)

Hosts

TC De Witt
Host of The Studio Demands It!; co-creator and main driving voice on many seasons; affiliated with Sixfive Media in multiple listings.
Jim Burzelic
Co-host and co-creator; frequently collaborates with TC De Witt on pitches and episodes; associated with Sixfive Media for a portion of episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • So good

    Yay

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stella💞Jimmy😝😝😝😈😈😈
    United States7 months ago
  • I got immediately addicted.

    Such a fun show.

    There are a handful of podcasts out there like this, where the hosts outline a movie on the fly. But these guys do a really great job with their storycraft.

    It’s probably hokey to say it, but I really wish I could see some of these movies that these guys come up with. (Rocketeer 2 and Alien: Frontier in particular.)

    And even if the movie idea isn’t a home run, it’s still a fun exercise and there’s a lot of laughs along the way.

    Whether you binge it straight through or jus... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew Swearingen
    United States2 years ago
  • Listen NOW!!!!!!

    This podcast is great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reedschelle
    United States2 years ago
  • 5/5

    I listen to this with my dad. It’s amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AZPiz#1
    United States2 years ago
  • A riveting break from the true crime and politics!!

    This podcast is great. Ever wanted to listen to two screenwriters break a story? This is the best version of that. Great chemistry and funny!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    writtenbyjavi
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners enjoy the ambitious, high-energy pitch sessions and clear screenwriting craft.
Audience engagement and banter make complex pitches entertaining and accessible.
The hosts' chemistry and collaborative process is consistently praised.

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Talking Points

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Star Trek Legacies
Q: What are your favorite Star Trek characters and put them on a ship for an adventure together?
This prompts the listeners to reflect on their beloved characters and potentially make suggestions about characters they would like to see together in future stories.
Inspector Gadget
Q: Did we meet the demand? You agree, you disagree? What did we miss?
The hosts actively sought feedback from their listeners about how well they addressed the studio demands.
Deadpool 3
Q: How do we introduce Wade Wilson into the new multiverse?
By having him open the film in a bold way, wrong about many things, and thrust into the multiverse, presenting a chaotic narrative.
Deadpool 3
Q: What do you want to proceed here?
The discussion hinges on whether to stick to a standalone Deadpool film or fully integrate into the MCU, considering the timeline where they are set post-Endgame.
AlienÂł: Intercept
Q: How will we get to the actual demand for today?
We need to craft an interqual for Hicks that honors the lore of the previous Alien films.

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Two screenwriters collaboratively brainstorm and pitch reimaginings of existing film franchises based on listener or studio-imposed demands. Episodes emphasize high-concept storytelling, cross-genre experimentation, and the craft of pitching and shaping narratives with a playful, banter-heavy dynamic. Across samples, the show often centers on how to balance spectacle with character, licensing realities, and audience engagement, delivering loud, idea-dense sessions that blend nostalgia with fresh twists. A standout is the ongoing willingness to explore offbeat eras, meta-pitches, and sponsored segments while maintaining a consistent focus on the craft of screenwriting and storytelling under studio pressure.

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