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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, Apple TV's new series The Last Frontier has arrived, and it prompted a conversation about the impact of filming locations. The locations we have seen on film or TV that prompted us to travel the country or the world and see more of it, and why. Following that up, we have our review of The Last Frontier, Apple's crime thriller where U.S. Marshall Frank Remnick (Jason Clarke) pursues a group of escaped convicts in an Alaskan wilderness, with Haley Bennett and Alfre Woodard involved to elaborate a potential conspiracy in what brought the plane down in the first place. Joining us to discuss his new series, is The Last Frontier creator Jon Bokenkamp (The Blacklist) in an interview that discusses why he created a series set in Alaska (along with Richard D'Ovidio), where the show is headed, and much more! That's not all! We also have Troy's review of the latest entry into the grid - TRON: ARES! Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 33:08)(33:09 – 44:49)Tron: Ares(44:50 – 1:09:34)Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it's time to again reflect on the past 25 years as we debate the best villains of the 21st century! Sure, there are the standards - Joker, Joffrey, Thanos, Pennywise, Ben Linus - but are they the best of them all? We discuss these and more villains from both film and television in our latest reflection on the past quarter century. Also, AI Actors have arrived, and are pissing everyone off. Plus, reviews of The Smashing Machine, Good Boy, Shell, and more! Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 09:20)(09:21 – 1:04:41)(1:04:42 – 1:09:55)(1:09:56 – 1:15:24)Shell(1:15:25 – 1:21:55)The Smashing Machine(1:21:56 – 1:27:53)Good Boy(1:27:54 – 1:38:08)Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, there has been a lot of back-and-forth in terms of the relevance of late-night talk shows, especially after the cancellation of Stephen Colbert and the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel. Therefore, we felt it was apropos to debate the real elephant in the room: are late-night talk shows over, or should they be? Are they still relevant? Does anyone TRULY care what happens to these dinosaurs of television? Also, movie theaters invested $1.5 billion into renovating theaters, but is that what will bring the audience back? Reviews of Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another and Black Rabbit, and more! Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 20:20)(20:21 – 42:29)(42:30 – 47:30)(47:31 – 1:04:44)One Battle After Another, Black RabbitClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

Want to know what new TV shows to watch this Fall? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it’s time for our Fall TV preview 2025, including our most anticipated new and returning shows on the Fall television schedule. TV has evolved so much, and there are so many options, it becomes overwhelming every year to know what we should be spending our time on. Therefore we rolled up our sleeves, jumped in the water, and pulled out some of the best that television has to offer this season. High Potential, Stranger Things, Black Rabbit, Task, The Last Frontier, The American Revolution, The Beast in Me, Monster: The Ed Gein Story, The Lowdown, Pluribus, Nobody Wants This, and so many more shows are discussed and dissected on our annual plunge into the biggest season for television. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, does anything ever truly end anymore? In a world where it’s all about IP, even when an ending is nailed, the first thing people think is: when is it coming back? And when an ending is junk, maybe give it a few years and reboot it to try again? Dexter: Resurrection and Conjuring: Last Rites are just two of many examples. So this week we dive into why won't franchises die? Also this week, it's standing ovation season, the Rock undergoes a massive physical transformation, reviews of The Long Walk and Wednesday Season 2, plus our thoughts on recent releases The Conjuring: Last Rites, Unknown Number: The High School Catfish, and Foundation. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 27:48)(27:49 – 49:24)(49:25 – 53:01)(53:02 – 1:01:44)The Long Walk, Wednesday: Season 2(1:01:45 – 1:10:41)The Conjuring: Last Rites, Unknown Number: The High School Catfish, FoundationClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

What were your favorite moments in entertainment from this past summer? On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are taking a look back at the past few months and presenting our Summer Entertainment Awards for 2025 and each category is for EITHER movies or TV! What was the best of all of it? F1, Jurassic World: Rebirth, Chief of War, Ballerina, The Life of Chuck, The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, Thunderbolts*, Superman, Weapons, Dexter: Resurrection, The Studio, Squid Game, Untamed, Poker Face, MobLand, and so many more. So, what's it going to be?? It’s our pick for the BEST in entertainment for the categories from May 1st through Labor Day weekend. The winners can be from any TV series (regardless of season) or movie, but had to be a new movie or aired new episodes between those dates. What did YOU love in movies and TV this Summer? Discussed on this episode NoReruns.netClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, legacy sequels are all the rage, with movies like Happy Gilmore 2 and Freakier Friday being just a pair of recent examples. Is it the nostalgia, IP recognition, or a lack of original content that keeps revitalizing long-dead properties with a sequel meant to cause a resurgence of fanfare? We discuss this, as well what are the best and worst examples, plus the one legacy sequel we are still holding out hope for. Also this week, John Rambo has a star, reviews of Nobody 2 and Red Sonja, plus our thoughts on recent releases Freakier Friday, The Hunting Wives and Weapons. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 12:25)(12:26 – 48:21)(48:22 – 50:15)(50:16 – 1:09:33)Red Sonja, Nobody 2(1:09:34 – 1:27:00)Freakier Friday, The Hunting Wives, WeaponsClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we take a break from the norm and bring a pair of Original Hollywood Outsiders - Scott and Brian - back to the podcast for reflection on iconic actors in the 21st century, should the ratings system be revamped, and then a host of games and hilarity like Movie Innuendo and Let's See Where This Goes. We hope you has much fun listening as we did recording this special episode! Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we head back to San Diego to look at Comic-Con 2025 and debate the biggest news to drop out of Hall H and other locales such as: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, NCIS: Tony & Ziva, IT: Welcome to Derry, Predator: Badlands, Peacemaker, Rick and Morty, Spartacus: House of Ashur, LEGO goes big, Coyote vs. Acme, and much more. All this, plus a report from Kyle Nolan with NoReruns.net, who was live on the ground at this year's San Diego Comic-Con! Then, parody makes a triumphant return with Liam Neeson in The Naked Gun, and we debate if Marvel's The Fantastic Four: First Steps was enough to get the MCU back on track. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 1:05:08)(1:05:09 – 1:11:01)The Naked Gun(1:11:02 – 1:26:18)The Fantastic Four: First StepsClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise!Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are at the quarter mark of this century and it is time to reflect. We decided to break this introspective look back at our favorite movies and TV shows between 2000 and 2025 into two episodes, with both narrowing our focus down to our favorites within this time frame, as well as listener Top 10s. As the year goes, we will discuss other aspects of these past years, but for now, let's begin. This is The Best Movies and TV Shows of the Past 25 Years: Part One - The Movies Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode The Best Movies and TV Shows of the Past 25 Years: Part Two - TV ShowsClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are at the quarter mark of this century and it is time to reflect. We decided to break this introspective look back at our favorite movies and TV shows between 2000 and 2025 into two episodes, with both narrowing our focus down to our favorites within this time frame, as well as listener Top 10s. As the year goes, we will discuss other aspects of these past years, but for now, let’s begin. This is The Best Movies and TV Shows of the Past 25 Years: Part One – The Movies Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode The Best Movies and TV Shows of the Past 25 Years: Part One – The MoviesClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, LOOK UP! In the sky! It's a bird...it's a plane...it's James Gunn's SUPERMAN! David Corenswet dons the red booty shorts and cape for yet another reinvention of DC's classic flying boy scout as he battles negativity, the memory of Henry Cavill, and Nicholas Hoult's devious Lex Luthor in a massive reinvention of the DC Universe (DCU). Rachel Brosnahan joins in as Lois Lane to round out a stellar cast in James Gunn's attempt to revitalize the superhero genre at the box office. Does it work? Listen and find out! Not only is DC Studios reinventing their entire slate, but the Marvel Cinematic Universe has just wrapped up their entire slate of films and TV shows from Phase 5 as they prepare to launch Phase 6 of the MCU later this month with The Fantastic Four: First Steps. So, what's the verdict? We debate all titles in Phase 5 and what our overall take is on this tumultuous time in Disney and Marvel's history. Also discussed on this week's podcast: AMC Theater ads have officially been added to the trailer reel, pushing start times back even further, so how frustrating is it as an audience member? Scarlett Johansson is now the highest grossing box office star worldwide, does that mean anything in today's environment? What's up next in theaters and streaming, and much more! Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 18:44)(18:45– 35:52)(35:53 – 48:22)(48:23 – 1:38:01)Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it's time to rumble in the jungle as we had back to Jurassic Park, sorry, Jurassic WORLD for a reinvention of the franchise. For this latest reinvention, Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali are mercenaries who accompany scientist Jonathan Bailey to a forbidden island overrun by dinosaurs (as well as a few experiments) while they hunt down dino DNA for the purpose of saving lives. Gareth Edwards directs with an obvious love for the original film based on Michael Crichton's classic novel. So let's head back into the park for a review and discussion on Jurassic World Rebirth! Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 16:46)(16:47– 51:10)Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, JAWS celebrates its 50th anniversary this month, and therefore felt it was a great time to explore the evolution of summer blockbusters. For anyone that was not aware, Jaws is the film that kickstarted the entire concept of summer blockbusters. It created a new focus for studios and movie theaters, a window of time to optimize the films with the largest budgets and greatest potential for success. We debate how ratings affected blockbusters, animation dominance, franchises, the sheer lack of original blockbusters, and much more. Also on this week's podcast, we discuss upcoming attractions as we prepare for a two-week podcast break. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 11:45) Opening | JAWS Turns 50(11:46– 59:14)(59:15 – 1:08:10)Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, let's debate what it takes to make a great TV dad. Is it discipline? Communication? Hilarity? The ability to be a friend? As we encroach yet another Father's Day, we felt it was an apropos time to dive into the well of TV dads and dissect what truly makes them stand out for all of us. Also on this week's podcast: Our spoiler-free review of How To Train Your Dragon, Goonies, Cocoon, and Back to the Future all turn 40, Upcoming Attractions, and we share thoughts on MobLand, Stick, and Dept. Q. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 14:38)Goonies, CocoonBack to the Future(14:39– 46:04)(46:05 – 57:35)MobLand, Stick, and Dept. Q(57:36 – 1:10:59)How To Train Your DragonClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, let's talk about fan goggles. Do you know what fan goggles are? They are that layer or protection many fans wear that insulate us from the obvious defects or issues with our favorite movies and TV shows. We all have blinders in some capacity and to varying degrees. Star Wars, Marvel, Indiana Jones, Game of Thrones, all of the major franchises have fans of this ilk, so what does it mean? How do we get around it? Are fan goggles really that bad if you truly enjoy something? Also on this week's podcast: Our spoiler-free review of Ballerina: From the World of John Wick, Marvel woes are rising, Upcoming Attractions, and we share thoughts on Karate Kid: Legends and Bring Her Back. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 21:12)(21:13– 49:38)(49:39 – 1:10:11)Karate Kid: Legends, Bring Her Back(1:10:12 – 1:28:35)BallerinaClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this week’s episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we are discussing a decade’s worth of film and television content. We know – it’s a lot. Reflecting on the past decade in film and television, our top 10 films and TV shows that released 2010-2019, as well as listener picks for the Top 10 in film and television. Listen to the full discussion on this episode of The Hollywood Outsider! Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 54:05)(54:06– 1:30:31)Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it is time to revisit Thomas Cruise Mapother IV. That's right, it's Tom Cruise 2.0. He’s a legend, both as an actor, producer, and now stuntman. He has remained at the top of his game for decades. We discussed his place in the world a few years ago, and now it is time to revisit the Cruise Missile and if he remains the last movie star standing. Followed up by our spoiler-free review of his franchise finale, Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning! Also on this week's podcast: Nostalgia TV returns for S.W.A.T, Buffy, and 7th Heaven, we offer our plan for a Mission Impossible reboot, review of Friendship, Upcoming Attractions, and share thoughts on Hell of a Summer, Duster, and Tom Segura's Bad Thoughts. Click here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 16:15)(16:16– 38:42)(38:43 – 49:32)(49:33 – 51:55)Friendship(51:56 – 1:12:18)Mission Impossible: The Final ReckoningClick here for more info on our 2026 Alaskan Cruise! Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we turn our From the Outside In topic over to a few listeners as vary our discussions this week. First up, is the event movie dead? That experience of heading to a theater for Star Wars or Avengers and it overwhelming the conversation, does it still exist? Then, what about scripted network TV, is that over? Lastly, what is the future of the moviegoing experience? Also on this week's podcast: we discuss the main releases coming out on Memorial Day weekend, review the blistering documentary Wick is Pain, and dive into Andor, Poker Face Season 2, Shadow Force. Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 5:45)(5:46– 45:39)(45:40 – 49:19)(49:20 – 51:32)Wick is Pain(51:33 – 1:01:43)Andor, Poker Face Season 2, Shadow Force Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, networks have been on a tear killing TV characters as of late. Shows like 9-1-1, NCIS, The Last of Us, The White Lotus, Bosch: Legacy, Yellowjackets, and the list goes on. But were these deaths necessary? Creatives claim it is a necessary storytelling device, but is it really? If extreme shock is the only way to rev up your fanbase, does it mean that perhaps the show needs better writers? OR do these deaths truly feel tangible and effective? We dive into this topic with mild spoilers for the shows mentioned, so proceed lightly. Also, we determine what TV series would be better if they killed off a lead TV character. Also on this week's podcast: Donald Trump proclaims tariffs for Hollywood films shot abroad, reviews of Clown in a Cornfield, Fight or Flight, Summer of 69, plus we dive into RUST starring Alec Baldwin, directed by Joel Souza this is the film that resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Another entertaining and insightful episode, so listen to The Hollywood Outsider podcast above or on your favorite app now! Discussed on this episode (0:00 – 15:09)Trump introduces tariffs to Hollywood films(15:10– 40:29)(40:30 – 44:42)(44:43 – 47:16)Clown in a Cornfield(47:18 – 52:44)Fight or Flight(52:45 – 58:30)Summer of 69(58:31 – 1:11:50)Rust, Bosch: Legacy Finale, Love on the Spectrum, Another Simple Favor Inspired By A True StoryPatreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsiderFacebook GroupJoin us on Discord@BuyPopcornSubscribe on AppleSubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS