WHAT WENT WRONG
Sad Boom MediaWhat Went Wrong covers Hollywood’s most notoriously disastrous movie productions, digging into the behind-the-scenes insanity of everything from massive flops to record-breaking blockbusters. In each episode, hosts Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer dive into a new film to explore the mind-blowing (and sometimes numbing) reasons why making a movie is nearly impossible (especially a good one). Pr... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 204 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | TV & Film | |||
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This week Bob Fosse is clawing his way out of director’s jail with one of the greatest movie musicals ever made: ‘Cabaret’. Join Chris and Lizzie as they discover how instrumental Liza Minelli was in creating Sally Bowles’ iconic look, why Joel Grey ... more
How does George Lucas top the most successful film of all time? He outsources the writing and directing, finances it himself, and then wonders if it could've been as successful if it had just been a little bit worse! This week, Chris & Lizzie head to... more
When director David Frankel signed on to adapt the novel The Devil Wears Prada into a movie, he didn’t realize he’d be up against the real Miranda Priestly herself: Anna Wintour.
This week Chris, Lizzie, and very special guest Jameela Jamil discover... more
On the morning of November 24, 2014—just a few days before Thanksgiving—Sony Pictures Entertainment was hacked. It was one of the most damaging business hacks in U.S. history. Some estimates put the cost to Sony at over a hundred million dollars. And... more
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United States4 days ago - Exceptional!!
Wow, so glad I found this podcast, through “this happened in Hollywood. I’ve found out so many great details I didn’t know and rewatching movies now with a different bent. Love the podcast!!!
Apple Podcasts5Trail lustUnited States5 days ago - Love your show!
I just finished listening to The Lord of the Rings episodes. Wow!! I thoroughly enjoyed the rich detail, storytelling and enthusiasm.
In general, I love your show and appreciate how much time goes into it. Each episode is so well-researched, prepared and presented. Thank you!!
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Australia5 days ago - Best movie podcast full stop
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Canada5 days ago - Always entertaining
Love the depth of knowledge and relaxed banter. It is my go to podcast. Very well done!
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Spotify | #8 | United States/TV & Film |
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This show takes a behind-the-scenes lens to Hollywood's most infamous productions, unpacking why some films explode in glory while others implode under studio politics, tricky negotiations, or creative clashes. Each episode digs into production histories, casting dynamics, script rewrites, and industry machinations, with two hosts who balance sharp research and candid banter. The format often blends archival trivia, insider anecdotes, and thoughtful critique to reveal how big-name projects went wrong—and what that means for creators, executives, and fans alike. Notable strengths include meticulous digging into development and production, strong chemistry between hosts, and a knack for turning complex film histories into entertaining, digest... more
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