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 | 242 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film HistoryHistoryTV & Film | |||
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It’s been 50 years since Brian De Palma turned prom into a blood bath, so let’s find out what went wrong on ‘Carrie’. Join Chris and Lizzie as they dive deep into Stephen King’s first on-screen adaptation. Find out why no one wanted to adapt the nove... more
This week, Chris & Lizzie try to figure out how Paul W.S. Anderson saved his career, his love life, and Constantin Film (maybe just in the United States) with a lovable clunker of a zombie movie. They trace the origins of the hit game Resident Evil i... more
Despite its all-star cast, when ‘Practical Magic’ landed in theaters in 1998 it was a critical and commercial failure. The blow was particularly devastating for director Griffin Dunne who had tried to exorcise some very personal demons via the film. ... more
As spooky season approaches, Chris and Lizzie explore a brief history of witches. Find out how they’ve evolved in folklore, literature, and entertainment from ‘MacBeth’ to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ to ‘Weapons’ and beyond! Plus discover how ‘Practical Magic... more
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- Raiders of the Lost Ark is “fine”?
Good grief. I thought this was a podcast hosted by people who love cinema. And yet Raiders of the Lost Ark is dismissed in this way. Grim.
Apple Podcasts1HeLikedTurner
Ireland16 days ago - Best podcast
Love the wit and humour as well as the movie nerd knowledge!
Apple Podcasts5Meh2075
United Kingdom18 days ago - LOVE - so informative, funny, and thoughtful
I have loved this podcast since I found them a couple of years ago and I can’t believe I haven’t written a review! Chris and Lizzie provide not only great background and production info on all of the movies but also really thoughtful insights. I’ve come to appreciate the making of film and TV so much more and I’ll listen to anything they put out even if I don’t want to watch the movies! (But they cover a lot of my favorites as well.) Thank you for this gem of a show!
Apple Podcasts5Kate33247916184
United States18 days ago - One of my favorite podcasts
I love this podcast! I don’t listen to many podcasts but this one I do religiously. Love all the takes and the facts that they dig out about troubled productions are fascinating.
I’d love it if you watched and reviewed “The Phantom of the Paradise” by Brian DePalma. The movie is just nuts and I think there was a lot going on behind the scenes!
It was also nominated for an Oscar for best score by Paul Williams.
Apple Podcasts5Jose “Manano” MartinezUnited States18 days ago - Love love
Such a great podcast
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Spotify | #8 | United States/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | United States/TV & Film/Film History |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | United States/TV & Film |
Spotify | #5 | United Kingdom/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #163 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
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What Went Wrong offers deep, research-driven explorations of Hollywood's most notorious productions, pairing thorough production and historical context with witty banter between two film-obsessed hosts. Episodes consistently dissect behind-the-scenes decisions, casting shifts, budgetities, and studio politics, while foregrounding production lore, archival sourcing, and the human factors that shape a movie's fate. A standout feature is the hosts' strong storytelling voice paired with solid industry insights, making complex filmmaking histories accessible and highly engaging for listeners who want both context and entertainment. This show is likely to appeal to film students, industry professionals, and cinephiles who enjoy knowing the why be... more
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