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The Weekly Planet

Planet Broadcasting
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Disney
Star Wars
Marvel
Superman
Spider-Man
Avatar
Fantastic Four
Hellboy
James Gunn
Daredevil
Wolverine
Hugh Jackman
Warner Brothers
Tom Cruise
George Lucas
James Cameron
The Mummy
The Thing
Alien Franchise

The Weekly Planet covers all things movies, TV shows and comics. Often considered the first and worst podcast on the Planet Broadcasting Network.

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes1015Founded13 years ago
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Latest Episodes

By way of Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey is hitting cinemas in July, an epic fantasy action bonanza based on Homer's Odyssey. Its use of scale and practical effects harken back to the movies and stories he grew up on, including this one, Jason and th... more

The second movie entry in James Gunn's DCU is here, 2026's Supergirl starring Millie Alcock and it is not doing well at the box office and also people don't like it very much. We review that plus the annoucement of three new DC animated shows with Ab... more

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For our final look at Supergirl, we're returning to the DCEU. And also Earth 89, Earth 789, Earth 30, Earth 66, Earth 203, Earth 789, and a reboot. That's right, we're taking a look at The Flash (2023), which aimed to be both a love letter to and the... more

Welcome one and all to this brand new episode of The Weekly Planet! This week we're talking Toy Story 5, first reactions and box office for Supergirl 2026, a Clayface test screening result, clarity around the recently announced Gorilla Grodd, a Skibi... more

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Claire Tonti
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Episode: 535 Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F & Inside Out 2 (with Bron Lewis)

Hosts

James
Lead host, regular on The Weekly Planet, known for banter, pop culture analysis, and interview-free discussions.
Mason
Co-host with a focus on movie commentary, franchise deep-dives, and humorous asides.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 33.9k ratings
  • If you're ambivalent about comic books, this podcast is still for you.

    I'm probably your single listener in the all-important grandma demographic and I'm not interested in comic books. But you make me laugh out loud so I listen every week... and make the folks in the home (who can't see my earbuds) wonder why I randomly start cackling. Good job lads!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maggie Raggelina
    United States16 days ago
  • Simply The Best

    Love this podcast. I’ve been listening for years, and it is easily one of my favorites.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pinballwizard51
    United States19 days ago
  • It’s great!

    It’s great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JefferDev
    United States19 days ago
  • I love podcast

    This is the only podcast I listen to, I really like

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmy B.ranch
    United States19 days ago
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    Podchaser
    5
    mark12441
    a month ago

Listeners Say

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The show's humor can be divisive but generally lands for fans of long-form pop culture conversations.
Listeners appreciate the chemistry between James and Mason and the banter that stays funny episode after episode.
Fresh takes on trailers and industry news keep discussions engaging and timely.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#49
United States/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#10
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#26
Canada/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#8
Australia/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#99
Germany/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#194
Italy/TV & Film

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601 The Running Man
Q: What fictional car would be the best for average everyday driving?
The Aston Martin is the ideal choice for its stylish appearance and functionality.
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Q: What is it? Is it digital food?
The hosts explore the concept of digital food in the Tron world, questioning whether Tron characters need to eat.
593 The Batman 2 Villain Speculation & Gen V Season 2
Q: What do you think the story was?
It's been no time at all. It's about the students at Goodalcon University or God U. That's a metaphor.
570 Black Mirror Season 7
Q: What are your thoughts on the impact of nostalgia in film and television today?
It's a double-edged sword; while it brings in audiences, it risks reliance on past successes without originality.
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Q: Is it Captain America or is it Tony Stark?
It's Captain America.

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A witty duo and rotating guests dissect recent and classic pop culture across movies, TV, and comics, mixing trailer talk, production trivia, and playful banter with deep dives into individual titles and franchises. Episodes swing between nostalgia, industry gossip, and thoughtful commentary on storytelling, visual effects, and adaptation decisions, all delivered in a relaxed, conversational style that audiences say is insightful, funny, and highly entertaining. A standout rhythm is the balance between goofy bits and genuine analysis, with a strong emphasis on fans' favorite franchises and a penchant for speculative plotting about upcoming releases.

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