Franchise Fatigue
242 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsExploring and celbrating film franchises one movie at a time! Each week we go film by film through popular series and have in-depth discussions on the film as well as explore its behind the scenes story and legacy. www.franchisefatiguepodcast.com
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Episodes
First Reactions to Solo: A Star Wars Story
June 01, 2018 06:46 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBGabe and James get together to give our first reactions on the most recent Star Wars film, Solo. A fun and charming addition to the Star Wars Saga.
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
May 31, 2018 17:43 - 1 hour - 152 MBThis week we are joined by our friend Joseph Vuke to discuss the second film in the Prequel Trilogy, Attack of the Clones.
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace(W/Blaine Grimes)
May 23, 2018 18:08 - 1 hour - 149 MBOur journey through Star Wars takes us to the first episode in Lucas' controversial prequel trilogy, and Blaine Grimes of Home One Radio is here to join us. Does The Phantom Menace live up (or down) to its reputation? Find out here.
Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
May 16, 2018 01:08 - 1 hour - 143 MBThis week we close out the Original Star Wars Trilogy with Return of the Jedi. While this film is definitely a more flawed film than the previous two, there's plenty to love as well.
Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back(W/Josh Crabb)
May 09, 2018 03:59 - 1 hour - 153 MBThis week we are joined by Josh Crabb from Home One Radio to discuss the groundbreaking and genre-defying Star Wars sequel, The Empire Strikes Back.
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
May 01, 2018 23:06 - 1 hour - 142 MBSo it begins! This week we start an epic journey through that saga in a galaxy far, far away.
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
April 24, 2018 23:06 - 1 hour - 126 MBThis week we are joined by Alexis Johnson to discuss the 2nd and for now final film in this series, Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. A darker, more elegant sequel.
Sherlock Holmes
April 17, 2018 06:03 - 1 hour - 144 MBOur latest case is exploring Guy Ritchie's 2009 adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic character, Sherlock Holmes.
Episode 57: Newsies
April 10, 2018 06:29 - 1 hour - 126 MBExtra! Extra! Hear all about it! This week we talk about Disney’s ill-fated 1992 attempt to revive the live-action musical genre, Newsies. Audio Player Main Review 18:40
Toy Story 3
March 29, 2018 17:38 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBWe end our journey through the Toy Story trilogy with the absolutely incomparable Toy Story 3.
Toy Story 2
March 21, 2018 19:50 - 1 hour - 93.4 MBThis week we talk about one of the great sequels, Toy Story 2.
Toy Story
March 13, 2018 20:23 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week we explore the ground-breaking first feature from Pixar, Toy Story
Episode 56: The Finest Hours
March 06, 2018 03:24 - 1 hour - 105 MBWe take a break between franchises for a throwback to Underrated to celebrate this sadly underseen tale of nautical heroism.
Men in Black 3
February 28, 2018 22:32 - 1 hour - 106 MBThis week we close out the Men in Black Trilogy with what might just be the best of the three.
Men in Black 2
February 21, 2018 17:23 - 54 minutes - 75.9 MBWe are back in black this week with the generally maligned second chapter in the Men in Black Trilogy!
Men in Black
February 13, 2018 19:37 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBThis week we explore Barry Sonnefield's classic 90s action/comedy, Men in Black.
Indiana Jones and The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull(W/Chad Hopkins)
February 06, 2018 21:47 - 1 hour - 132 MBThis week we are joined by Chad Hopkins of The Cinescope Podcast to tackle the final and most controversial installment of the Indiana Jones saga, Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Franchise-Fatigue-Podcast-1371229366308360/ Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/FranchisedPod Visit our Website for past episodes https://franchisefatiguepodcast.com/ Gabriel’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyoYniiiGukWYP6So6k4llA Lett...
Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade
January 30, 2018 03:13 - 1 hour - 114 MBWe discuss the third Indiana Jones film, The Last Crusade. Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Franchise-Fatigue-Podcast-1371229366308360/ Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/FranchisedPod Visit our Website for past episodes https://franchisefatiguepodcast.com/ Gabriel’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyoYniiiGukWYP6So6k4llA Letterboxd Profiles James, https://letterboxd.com/jlhamri/ Gabriel, https://letterboxd.com/gabrielgreen/
Favorite Films of 2017
January 23, 2018 04:58 - 2 hours - 169 MBThis week we take a break from Indiana Jones to discuss our favorite films of last year as well as explore several other fun categories.
Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom(W/Eric Skwarczynski)
January 16, 2018 05:53 - 1 hour - 134 MBThis week we are joined by Eric sSkwarczynski in our discussion of the 2nd chapter in the Indian Jones saga, The Temple of Doom.
Franchise Fatigue Announcment
January 08, 2018 15:58 - 1 minute - 1.83 MBAnnouncments for changes coming to the show.
Raiders of the Lost Ark
January 04, 2018 17:21 - 1 hour - 99.6 MBWe are finally back! Opening up our new show this week is the first film in the Indiana Jones Saga, Raiders of the Lost Ark. James and Gabe explore the behind the scenes story that brought this film from the mind of George Lucas to the big screen and have an in-depth discussion on the film. www.franchisefatiguepodcast.com
Minisode 14: Star Wars: The Last Jedi
December 19, 2017 03:59 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBBefore we officially reboot, We just had to get together and talk about Rian Johnson's latest chapter in the Star Wars Saga, The Last Jedi. Because, Star Wars.
Minisode 13: Justice League
November 21, 2017 05:30 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBIn our final Minisode, we discuss the culmination of Zack Snyder's DCEU trilogy, Justice League. Since our very first episode was on Man of Steel, it seems very fitting to close out this chapter in the podcast with this film. Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for past episodes https://underratedpodcast.com/ Gabriel’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy...
Episode 55: Oblivion
November 08, 2017 04:28 - 1 hour - 131 MBOn our final episode before the relaunch, we review Joseph Kosinski's 2013 Sci-Fi film, Oblivion. Recent Films: James: Baby Driver 1:52 The Rite 2:46 Gabriel: Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter 4:55 Thor: The Dark World 7:00 Pilgrimage 15:03 Thor: Ragnarok 11:55 Main Review 14:03 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for past episodes https://underratedpodcast....
Episode 54: A Nightmare on Elm Street(2010)W/Eric Skwarczynski
October 31, 2017 19:12 - 2 hours - 180 MBThis week we are joined by horror buff, Eric Skwarczynski to discuss the 2010 remake of A Nightmare on Elm Street. An excellent and terrifying horror film that was unfairly panned. A great discussion that covers a whole range of topics including, the power of horror films, how to appropriately handle incrediblly dark subject matter, how to properly judge a remake, and much more! Recent Films: Eric: Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein 2:03 Annabelle: Creation 2:30 ParaNorman 3:05 ...
Episode 53: Saw
October 24, 2017 18:24 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBThis week James and Gabriel disagree on the quality of James Wan's 2004 directorial debut, Saw. Recent Films: James: Original Star Wars Trilogy 1:15 Gabriel: The Foreigner 9:33 Happy Death Day 11:21 Friday the 13th Pt. II 12:24 Halloween II 12:41 Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers 13:23 The Nightmare on Elm St 4: The Dream Master 14:16 The Nightmare on Elm St 5: The Dream Child 15:25 Main Review 16:47 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underrat...
Episode 52: Tucker & Dale vs Evil
October 18, 2017 05:43 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBThis week we discuss the 2010 horror-comedy, Tucker & Dale vs Evil. Recent Films: James: Blade Runner 2049 1:04 Donnie Darko 3:03 Gabriel: A Nightmare on Elm St 5:24 Pt. 2 Freddy's Revenge 6:35 Pt. 3 Dream Warriors 7:03 New Nightmare 7:56 Halloween 11:39 Friday the 13th 12:41 Little Evil 14:07 Main Review 14:39 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for ...
Episode 52: Tucker & Dale vs Evil
October 18, 2017 05:43 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBThis week we discuss the 2010 horror-comedy, Tucker & Dale vs Evil. Recent Films: James: Blade Runner 2049 1:04 Donnie Darko 3:03 Gabriel: A Nightmare on Elm St 5:24 Pt. 2 Freddy's Revenge 6:35 Pt. 3 Dream Warriors 7:03 New Nightmare 7:56 Halloween 11:39 Friday the 13th 12:41 Little Evil 14:07 Main Review 14:39 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for ...
Episode 51: What Dreams May Come
October 11, 2017 20:42 - 1 hour - 128 MBThis week we are joined by Chris Heflin from Article Asylum to talk about the 2002 Robin Williams drama, What Dreams May Come. Recent Films: Chris, Blade Runner 2049 2:36, James, Godzilla Franchise 3:20, Source Code 3:58, They Look Like People 5:40, Blade Runner 8:10 Gabriel, Blade Runner 10:55, Blade Runner 2049 12:42, Kingsman 1 and 2 16:05 Main Review 22:46 Article Asylum https://articleasylum.wordpress.com/ Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/...
Episode 50: Equilibrium(W/Chris Reyes)
October 04, 2017 21:12 - 1 hour - 126 MBWe made it to 50 episodes!! This week we are joined by Chris Reyes from the Story 2 Screen Podcast to discuss his pick, the 2002 dystopian action film, Equilibrium. Recen Films: Chris, The Passion of Joan of Arc 4:49, J. Edgar 6:34, Safety Last 8:20 James, Fargo TV Series 8:50, The Devil's Candy 10:41, We Are Still Here 11:25 Gabriel, Game of Thrones 12:18 Main Review 18:43 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter http...
Episode 49: Watchmen
September 27, 2017 17:37 - 1 hour - 139 MBThis week we discuss Zack Snyder's 2009 adaptation of Alan Moore's classic graphic novel, Watchmen. Recent Films: James, Zodiac 2:05, IT 4:21, Deep Blue Sea 8:15 Gabriel, American Assassin 9:02, Se7en 10:46, Dunkirk 11:20, Main Review 16:20 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for past episodes https://underratedpodcast.com/ Gabriel’s YouTube Channel https://ww...
Episode 48: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty(W/Don Shanahan)
September 19, 2017 06:32 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBThis week we are joined by Don Shanahan from Every Movie Has A Lesson to discuss his pick, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. Recent Films: Don, The Long Night of Francisco Sanctis 3:43, The Other Place 5:11 James, The Grand Budepest Hotel 6:26, Hush 8:15 Gabriel, Jaws 10:51, Death Note 13:31, The Siege of Jadotville 15:19 Main Review 17:26 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit...
Episode 47: Enemy At The Gates(W/Ryan Wall)
August 30, 2017 09:29 - 1 hour - 89 MBThis week we are joined by Ryan Wall to talk about his pick, the 2001 sniper film, Enemy At The Gates. Recent Films: Ryan, Dunkirk 2:47 James, Fringe 3:30 Main Review 5:05 You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for past episodes https://underratedpodcast.com/ Gabriel’s...
Episode 46: Secondhand Lions
August 24, 2017 22:11 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week we discuss Gabriel's pick, Tim McCannlies wonderful 2003 family film, Secondhand Lions Recent Films: James, Logan Lucky 1:25 Gabriel, Wind River 5:25, Rush 7:53, Love & Friendship 8:53, Iron Fist and The Defenders 9:15 Main Review 12:10 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for past episodes https://underratedpodcast.com/ Gabriel’s YouTube Channel h...
Episode 45: Hot Rod Review
August 15, 2017 03:44 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBThis week we review James' pick, the 2007 comedy Hot Rod, with the help of Tony Feagin. Recent Films: James, The African Queen 3:14, A Ghost Story 4:18, Fast and Furious 6 and 7 6:15 Gabriel, Men in Black 1 and 3 10:53, The Game 13:50 Tony, Twin Peaks 17:15 Main Review 18:15 Tony Feagin's Letterboxd Profile https://letterboxd.com/thetonyfeagin/ Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated...
Episode 44: The Amazing Spider-Man(W/Patrick Hicks)
August 08, 2017 03:23 - 1 hour - 145 MBThis week we are joined by Patrick Hicks from the Feelin' Film Podcast to talk about his pick, The Amazing Spider-Man. A great in-depth conversation that unearths surprising amounts of depth and themes in what is often considered a needless reboot. Recent Films: Patrick, The Lego Batman Movie 4:14 James, I Don't Feel at Home in this World Anymore 7:14 Gabriel, The Big Sick 8:50, Batman and Batman Returns 10:08 Main Review 15:13 You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.ap...
Episode 43: The Hunchback of Notre Dame
July 27, 2017 04:42 - 1 hour - 103 MBThis week we discuss Disney's 1996 animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Recent Films: James, Dunkirk 1:35, War for the Planet of the Apes 4:33, Fast and Furious 1-5 9:00 Gabriel, War for the Planet of the Apes 4:33, In the Heart of the Sea 13:29 Main Review 15:00 Website www.underratedpodcast.com You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts...
Episode 42: The Assassination of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford(W/MJ Smith)
July 18, 2017 15:56 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBThis week Gabriel is joined by MJ Smith to talk about his pick, Andrew Dominik's 2007 film with an obscenely long title... Recent Films: MJ, Rise, Dawn and War For The Planet of the Apes, 2:25, Castlevania 4:55 Gabriel, Rise and Dawn for the Planet of the Apes 2:25, Gone in 60 Seconds 6:45 Main Review 8:25 You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Fol...
Minisode 12: Spider-Man Homecoming Review
July 12, 2017 07:08 - 1 hour - 98.2 MBWe review the latest film in the MCU, Spider-Man Homecoming(Spoilers!) You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for past episodes https://underratedpodcast.com/ Gabriel’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyoYniiiGukWYP6So6k4llA Letterboxd Profiles James, htt...
Episode 41: Thor Review
July 05, 2017 06:53 - 1 hour - 131 MBThis week, in celebration of Spiderman: Homecoming, we review the 4th entry into the MCU, Thor. Recent Films: James, Southpaw 0:55, Blade Runner 2:05, The Place Beyond the Pines 2:45, Baby Driver 2:08 Gabriel, Baby Driver 2:08, Following 8:55 Main Review 11:12 You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrat...
Episode 40: War of the Worlds Review
June 27, 2017 04:19 - 1 hour - 116 MBhttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 This week we discuss James' pick, Steven Spielberg's 2005 remake of War of the Worlds. In recent films Gabriel is befuddled by The Book of Henry and we briefly discuss the director shake-up with the upcoming Han Solo film. Recent Fillms: James, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade 2:30, Get Out 2:28, Burn After Reading 4:48 Gabriel, The Book of Henry 6:17, Predator 10:49, Safety Not Guaranteed 11:55 Film News: Han So...
Episode 39: John Carter Review(W/Chad Hopkins)
June 20, 2017 08:01 - 1 hour - 108 MBThis week we are joined by Chad Hopkins of The Cinescope Podcast to discuss the very underrated epic sci-fi adventure film, John Carter. Recent Films Chad, Captain Underpants 2:27 James, Hot Fuzz 5:25 Gabriel, The American President and The West Wing 6:38, Sing Street 8:52 John Carter Review 11:58 The Cinescope Podcast http://www.thecinescopepodcast.com/ Listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.faceb...
Episode 38: Monster's University Review
June 14, 2017 20:03 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn which Gabriel yet again announces the wrong episode number. This week, in honor of the release of Cars 3, we examine the prequel to the much beloved Monster's Inc. How does Monster's University measure up to its predecessor? And how does it stand on its own as a film? We both agree, that while not as good Monster's Inc.(obviously), it is a very well made film that not only enrichs the first film, but also takes genre tropes and turns them into something very special and unique. Recent...
Episode 37: The Mummy Review
June 09, 2017 15:01 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBTo celebrate(or mourn) the release of the latest reboot to The Mummy franchise, we are joined by Blaine Grimes of Home One Radio and Reel World Rewind to talk about Stephen Summers' swashbuckling 1999 adventure film, The Mummy! Recent Films: Blaine, Twin Peaks 3:45 James, Manchester By The Sea 5:50 Gabriel, 21 and 22 Jump Street 8:45, Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Men Tell No Tales 12:40, Mr. & Mrs. Smith 16:35 Main Review 18:55 Home One Radio https://www.homeoneradio.com/ ...
Minisode 11: Wonder Woman Review
June 07, 2017 06:07 - 1 hour - 131 MBIn this special minisode we have an in-depth discussion of Patty Jenkin's film, Wonder Woman. We dive into the good, the bad, and the great in this flawed, yet highly enoyable and compelling addition to the DCEU. Gal Gadot Rules! Check out our reviews for the previous two DCEU films... Man of Steel https://underratedpodcast.com/2016/08/10/episode-1-man-of-steel-review/ Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice https://underratedpodcast.com/2016/09/07/episode-5-batman-v-superman-dawn-of-...
Episode 36: Tomorrowland Review
May 31, 2017 03:39 - 1 hour - 123 MBIn this episode we take a glimpse into the future in Brad Bird's cinematic celebration of hope and optimism, Tomorrowland. Before the main review we have a spoiler discussion of Alien Covenant 3:50-17:25. We also briefly cover the director change on the upcoming Justice League Film. Recent Films: James, Pulp Fiction 0:50, Alien Covenant 3:50, Gabriel, Pinapple Express 17:30 Justice League Director Change 19:28 Main Review 23:23 You can also listen on iTunes https://...
Episode 35: A Monster Calls Review
May 23, 2017 07:19 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBWe review J. A. Bayona's haunting and beautiful exploration of grief and loss, A Monster Calls. Recent Films: James, Arsenic and Old Lace 1:40, The Burbs 3:37, Halo: Forward Unto Dawn 5:00 Gabriel, King Arthur: Legend of the Sword 6:38, The Wall 10:56, The Fifth Element 12:23 Main Review 14:33 You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on ...
Episode 34: The Man From U.N.C.L.E. Review
May 16, 2017 07:33 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBIn this episode we review Guy Ritchie's 2015 homage to classic spy films of the 60s with The Man From UNCLE. Recent Films: James, Resivoir Dogs 1:55, Blade Runner 2:30 Gabriel, Revolver 4:15, Ronin 6:15 Main Review 9:00 You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodcast/?fref=ts Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Underrated_Pod Visit our Website for past episod...
Minisode 10: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Review
May 09, 2017 23:21 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBDoes Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 live up to the success of the first one? We go in-depth into the plot and themes of Gunn's ambitious sequel and detail what works, what doesn't and why. Check out our review of the previous MCU film Doctor Strange https://underratedpodcast.com/2016/11/11/minisode-2-d0ctor-strange-review/ You can also listen on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/underrated/id1145136119?mt=2 Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/underratedpodca...