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Mr. Franchise

114 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago -

Mr.Franchise is a podcast all about film series. Together with my guests (ranging from working actors to good old fashioned film fans) we praise, compare, contrast and lambaste our way through sequels , remakes and films that exist with in cinematic universes.
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S5: 13. The Final Destination

August 06, 2018 16:13 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MB

This week Mr.Franchise is joined once again by Clinton Hallahan for another dance with death as they review Final Destination 4. They discuss the questionable implementation of 3D effects, the safety standards of nascar , the loose connections with the rest of the series and so much more. Here’s a link to a trailer for this week's recommendation "Comrade Detective" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkZCOUIBLeQ And here’s a link to Clinton’s political newsletter “Antisocial Credit “: https:...

S5: 12.The Wolverine

July 27, 2018 22:39 - 1 hour - 103 MB

This week Mr.Franchise is joined by Josh Custodio to review The Wolverine. They dig into the second shot at a Logan solo outing to discuss the unrated edition differences, the beautiful Japanese setting and of course weather it improved upon Wolvie's messy X-Men Origins solo debut. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Assault on Precinct 13" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wnAjYDVObs And here is a link to the music video for "Seasons" by Chica , featuring me a...

S5: 11. Friday the 13th & Friday The 13th Part 2

July 20, 2018 23:53 - 2 hours - 189 MB

This week join Mr.F , Carson Rekert and Dan Pocha for a trip to camp crystal lake to discuss Friday The 13th and Friday The 13th Part 2. They unpack everything from the performance of a lithe young Kevin Bacon, to the legacy of Jason , to the twist that keeps on getting people to this day. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Beastmaster" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGEigptwPOU And here is a link to the music video for "Seasons" by Chica , featuring me...

S5: 10. X-Men Origins Wolverine

July 12, 2018 16:23 - 1 hour - 136 MB

This episode Mr.Franchise invites out bandmate and co-host of the podcast Top Marks , Josh Custodio to celebrate Comic-Con by discussing the ill advised mutant spin off X-men Origins Wolverine. The boys dig in deep on this prequel to discuss weather the movie that almost made Hugh Jackman hang up the claws for good was really as bad as you remember it. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Wind River" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ClLormLQCQ Rate, Like , Sub...

S5: 9. Final Destination 3

July 07, 2018 18:34 - 57 minutes - 79 MB

This week Mr. franchise invites back Clinton Hallahan for another dance with death as they discuss final destination three. With the original director back in the pilots chair and a new cast of characters ignoring the first 2 films, is this flick clever enough to avoid the pitfalls of a horror threequel or does it die an elaborate on screen death that no premonition could avoid? Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Upgrade" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36PD...

S5: 8: E3 2018 Bonus Episode

June 29, 2018 22:22 - 2 hours - 169 MB

This week on a special bonus episode, Mr.Franchise is joined by his brother Vance Johnson to discuss the E3 press conferences. Why is a movie podcast talking about video games you ask? Well to bastardized a quote from the late great Arthur Lee of Love; The games of today will be the movies of tomorrow... and to quote cartman “whatever i do what I want”. Listen in for insights on the upcoming games from Microsoft, Bethesda , Nintendo, Sony and Ubisoft (in that order!). This is a bonus so no o...

S5: 7. Riddick

June 22, 2018 21:18 - 1 hour - 91.9 MB

This week Mr.F and special guest Bret Fryzuk close out their 3 weeks of Sci-Fi Vin Diesel madness with a review of Riddick. After a surprisingly strong, dark(and handsome?) first entry and an over blown space opera sequel, will this be the baby bear's porridge of the series that turns out just right ? Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Below" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR5YQbHZJfw Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchise...

S5: 6. The Chronicles of Riddick

June 16, 2018 05:25 - 1 hour - 114 MB

This week Mr.F and special guest Bret Fryzuk trade 20 menthols for a set of disco eyes in their review of Chronicles of Riddick. They talk about the geriatric villain, break down the anime prequel and get to the bottom of how the hell dame Judy Dench ended up in this movie. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Krull" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndpV6qfQJVw Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundc...

S5: 5. Pitch Black

June 09, 2018 01:24 - 1 hour - 86.8 MB

This Week Mr Franchise and Brett Fryzuk throw on some googles and wife beaters and go a little Vinsane with their indepth review of Pitch Black! Here is a link to this week's short film recommendation "Firebase" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tm0V24IEHao Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud + Many More Pod Apps @Mrfranchise Instagram @shoreloser

S5: 4.The Raid : Redemption

June 01, 2018 17:09 - 1 hour - 107 MB

This week Mr Franchise and special guest Greg Ryan discuss the cinematic bloodbath The Raid. Many consider it a modern martial arts classic but will these fellas be impressed by the film that brought Indonesia's signature fighting style into the mainstream ? Here is a link to an epic Jacki Chan Fight Scene from this week's film recommendation "Wheels on Meals" : http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x35z12u As well as a link to friend of the show, Kate Bateman's web series "The Actress Diarie...

S5: 3. The Lord of The Rings : Fellowship of The Ring

May 25, 2018 06:55 - 1 hour - 148 MB

This week Mr.Franchise creates a fellowship of guests in the form of Carson Rekert, Olivia Harrison, Oscar Davila & Max Hewson to discuss Lord of the Rings the Fellowship of The Ring. Does the extended edition add the the story? Does the movie still hold up as a fantasy epic? Was Samwise really dropping eves on Mr.Gandlaf? Listen now to find out ! Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Fall" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNGqTltN-7M As well as a link to fri...

S5: 2. Police Academy 3 : Back in Training & Police Academy 4: Citizen's on Patrol

May 18, 2018 17:37 - 2 hours - 168 MB

This week Mr.F joined by the always delightful and insightful Ashley Silzer for an in-depth discussion of Police Academy 3 : Back in Training and Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol . They fight their way through the slog of 3 and wonder what terrible life decisions lead to this , only for 4 to come along and totally redeem them by handing the second unit keys to Stacy Peralta and the bones brigade (featuring a young Tony Hawk) to deliver some truly great skateboarding stunts . Listen to ou...

S5. 1. Army of Darkness & Evil Dead

May 09, 2018 15:37 - 2 hours - 239 MB

Join Mr.F as he kicks off his new season with a deep dive into Army of Darkness and Evil Dead! Guests Oscar Davila, Carson Rekert, Dan Ferrari and Max Hewson crack open the Necronomicon to feast their eyes on these 2 very different horror stories to decide if they’re still as potent as they used to be. The debates get heated, the facts get fun and dead get sassy 💀 Here is a link to this week's podcast recommendation, "Happy, Sad, Confused" : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/happy-sad-confu...

S4: 13. Cheech & Chong Up In Smoke // Cheech & Chong's Next Movie

April 20, 2018 22:48 - 2 hours - 219 MB

In this week’s 420 special, Mr.franchise shines a light on the 2 fellas who sparked up a generation of stoner comedians, we’re talking Cheech and Chong Up In Smoke( just in time for its 40th anniversary!!!!) and Cheech and Chong’s Next Movie. Guests max Hewson , Oscar Davila and Keren Morataya Delgado hot box the studio to discuss the cultural footprint, comedic stylings and musical choices of the classic comedy duo. Will these movies still be as potent as they used to be or should they be to...

S4: 12. XXX: Return of Xander Cage

April 11, 2018 06:58 - 1 hour - 147 MB

This week mr Franchise puts together a team of extreme guests in the form of Jessica Moss, Carson Rekert and Nabil Sharda. The debates get heated in an extensive steamed vegetable discussion but we do also touch on the delightfully diverse cast to the absurdly over the top tone and so much more. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's recommendation "Kiss of The Dragon" : https://vimeo.com/60710272 Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stit...

S4: 11. Next Friday & The Friday After Next

April 04, 2018 01:25 - 2 hours - 174 MB

Spark one up, hit that shit and pass it to the left cuz this week Friday came early. Join MR.F, Keren MD and Oscar Davila on a chill ride through Cali as they talk next Friday and The Friday After Next. From the swap out of Chris Tucker to mike Epps, to the absence of DJ Pooh and the decision to set the 3rd film at Christmas , there’s plenty to chat about as we roast these ol chestnuts. Here is a link to a taste test of this week's music recommendation, the Roc Marciano album " Rosebudd's Re...

S4: 10. The Evil Dead & The Evil Dead 2

March 28, 2018 02:07 - 2 hours - 182 MB

This week we talk the only movie series with a character more groovy than Austin Powers , with the most inspired chainsaw work outside of Texas and enough blood stains to give a dry cleaners heart attack . we’re talking Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2. Join Mr.F and guests Dan Ferrari, Olivia Harrison and Carson Rekert as they try to make sense of the continuity and review these two gems . The Evil dead 2 review starts at 58:25 ;) Here is a link to a trailer for this week's TV recommendation "Cha...

S4: 9. Back To The Future Parts 2 & 3

March 20, 2018 15:57 - 2 hours - 172 MB

Where we’re podcasting we won’t need roads ... that’s right we’re talking Back to the future parts 2 & 3 ! Join Mr.Franchise and guests Ashley Mcclare , Justin Beats and Allison Mcclare for the one year anniversary of the podcast, as they dive deep into the future and the old west to see how the series holds up. So many fun facts. The Back to The Future Part 2 review ends at 1:12:00 ;) Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Annihilation": https://www.youtube.com/wat...

S4: 8.Austin Powers The Spy Who Shagged Me & Austin Powers in Goldmember

March 13, 2018 15:56 - 2 hours - 199 MB

Mr.F returns with four classic guests to discuss Austin Powers The Spy Who Shagged Me & Austin Powers in Goldmember. From the off the wall cameos and spy movie shout outs to the returning characters and running gags that may or may not over stay their welcome, there's a whole lot to talk about with these sequels. Do they still hold up (or were they even good in the first place?) ; we'll be the judge of that! *Recorded before we knew Kevin Spacey was a scum bag* The Austin Powers 2 review ends...

S4: 7. Dolomite & The Human Tornado

March 06, 2018 06:15 - 2 hours - 179 MB

Join Mr.F and guests Aaron Jongerius and Matt McKinnon as they review the movie the New York Times Called " the Citizen Kane of kung fu pimping movies". Yes we're talking Dolomite and the even more insane sequel The Human Tornado. They're like The Room meets Shaft; need I say more. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Black Dynamite" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96Y24a0cyCE Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, S...

S4: 6. Rush Hour

February 21, 2018 17:05 - 1 hour - 145 MB

On this week's episode,Mr.F shines a spotlight on the link between black culture and martial arts with the classic east meets west tale Rush Hour. Guests Oscar Davila , Olivia Harrison and Carson Rekert join in on the discussion of the surprisingly robust score, the amazing cast of side characters, that time Jackie Chan dropped the N bomb and so much more! Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Villainess" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ettsG15TD2Q Rate, Lik...

S4: 5 . Shaft & Shaft's Big Score!

February 13, 2018 07:35 - 1 hour - 142 MB

If you wanna listen to this week's episode you better ask your mama cuz we're talking about Shaft. Join Mr. F and Carson Rekert for a trip to the 70's to see if they can dig on Shaft and Shaft's Big Score! , or if they're just some ol' jive. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Ladies Man" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYzAFvkOyDg Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud + Many More Pod Apps ...

S4: 4. Sister Act & Sister Act 2 Back In The Habit

February 06, 2018 07:19 - 2 hours - 167 MB

Mr Franchise kicks off 4 weeks of black history month movie reviews by showing the sisters some love for their acting. Yes you guessed it through that expert foreshadowing we’re talking Sister Act & Sister Act 2 Back In The Habit . Featuring special guests Oscar Davila and Carson Rekert, will these movies have the boys exclaiming Whoopi?! Tune in to find out! Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Commitments" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3paf2TLrgsg Rat...

S4: 3. Back to The Future

January 30, 2018 07:11 - 1 hour - 86 MB

This week join Mr.Franchise and guests Justin Beats , Ashley Mcclare and Allison Mcclare as they dust off the Delorian and rev up to 88 for an in depth review of Back To The Future. I hope you like fun facts because they'll be coming at you non stop! Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Adventures of Power" (Editor's note : Trust me it's great !) : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GE0X0ypRvAQ Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchise...

S4: 2. Mr Franchise & Friend's Top 10 Of 2017

January 24, 2018 07:02 - 2 hours - 192 MB

Come along for a trip down memory lane to 2017 with Mr.Franchise and guests Olivia Harrison, Carson Rekert and Oscar Davila. They count down their 10 favourite movies of 2017 , shout out to some films that almost made the cut and look into the future to discuss a few upcoming flicks from 2018. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Freefire" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_yyIfhhR8I: Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itu...

S4: 1. Austin powers

January 16, 2018 04:01 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MB

This week, in the season 4 premiere, Mr.F is joined by Olivia Harrison , Oscar Davila, Carson Rekert and Nabil Sharda to review the shaggadelic 90's comedy Austin Powers. They talk through some of their fav moments, get into alternate casting that could have been and of course they reference She's All That. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Polka King" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWGh7si0Y50 Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitte...

S3: 14. The Muppet Movie & The Muppet Christmas Carol

December 28, 2017 15:26 - 2 hours - 173 MB

On the third season finale of Mr.Franchise , Matthew MacDonald-Bain stops by the studio to have a laugh and sing a little diddy on the stelar double billing of The Muppet Movie (1979) and The Muppet Christmas Carol. Stick around to the end to hear a cover of Rainbow Connection By Christopher and Matthew . (The Muppet Movie Discussion ends At 1:1137 ) Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "Arthur Christmas" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tk-WZSqIGQ Rate, Like ...

S3: 13 .Lethal Weapon 1 & 2

December 19, 2017 04:44 - 3 hours - 254 MB

This week on the second of four Christmas themed episodes Mr.Franchise invites out Nabil Sharda for double stuffed episode on Lethal Weapon 1 and 2 . From the recognizable cops and goons, to the wall to wall sax, to the darker versions of the film that could have been ; these boys get into every nook and cranny of these 2 flicks. (Lethal Weapon 1 ends at 1:27:55 ) Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Long Kiss Goodnight" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nm2QH...

S3: 12. Gremlins & Gremlins 2: The New Batch

December 14, 2017 03:09 - 2 hours - 204 MB

In the first of 4 Christmas themed episodes Christopher travels to the not-so-mean streets of Portland to talk Gremlins with special guest Aaron Kelsh. They talk about wild puppets, the buffet of character actors and the series transition from comedic horror to horrific comedy. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's recommendation "The Burbs" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qg7RpL3kTBk Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soun...

S3: 11. Friday

December 04, 2017 23:07 - 1 hour - 98.1 MB

This week Mr. Franchise is joined in studio by Oscar Davila and all the way from Montreal through the magic of facetime Keren MD. They head down to Compton with the Ice Cube film Friday. You better listen to this one laying down cuz it'll knock you the F___ out! Here is a link to a trailer for this week's recommendation "Extract" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CfW-hieY2U Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud + Many More...

S3: 10. Trainspotting & T2: Trainspotting

December 01, 2017 03:47 - 2 hours - 181 MB

This week Mr. Franchise is joined by Julie Prodor and Justin Beats to take a trip down memory lane with Trainspotting and it's sequel T2. They discuss the lasting impact of the first film , lay down some surely offensive Scottish accents and wonder if the sequel is a worthy successor to the original. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's recommendation "Shallow Grave" : youtube.com/watch?v=HbxNej_MJlw Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, ...

S3: 9. Fate of the Furious

November 21, 2017 22:26 - 1 hour - 120 MB

This week the Fast crew, Nabil Sharda , Carson Rekert , Oscar Davila and of course Mr.Franchise, get together to take Fate of the Furious for a spin. Are they teeing up Scott Eastwood to be our new Paul Walker? Is every villain destine to become a hero? Will there ever be justice for Han? Our thoughts on all this and more are just a click away. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's hilarious recommendation "Swiss Army Man" : youtube.com/watch?v=yrK1f4TsQfM Rate, Like , Subscribe and f...

S3: 8. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles & TMNT 2: The Secret Of The Ooze

November 15, 2017 03:56 - 1 hour - 149 MB

This week on a totally tubular episode, Mr. Franchise is joined by Olivia Harrison and Oscar Davila to talk about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles & TMNT 2 : The Secret Of The Ooze. They contemplate the darkness of the first film, reveal the living hell behind working in the Turtle costumes and question Vanilla Ice's portrayal of himself. (The discussion of TMNT 1 ends @ 59:05) Here is a link to an episode of this week's podcast recommendation "I Was There Too" featuring Josh Pais (aka Raph) ...

S3: 7. Police Academy 1 & 2

November 07, 2017 07:36 - 2 hours - 134 MB

This week Christopher is joined by the one and only Ashley Silzer to talk about the fav franchise of questionable fathers and sleazy uncles alike : Police Academy. Do these films stand the test of time or are they best left as a blurred TBS memory? Listen to find out! (Police Academy 1 ends at 1:05:13 ) Here is a link to a trailer for this week's film recommendation "The Money Pit" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBwetbtXeNE Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @...

S3: 6. Final destination 1 & 2

October 31, 2017 03:45 - 2 hours - 125 MB

This week Christopher is joined by the absolutely lovely Clinton Hallahan to talk Final Destination 1 & 2. As the cheese of movie one gives way to the heightened insanity of number two, these movies can run as fast as they like but they can't escape a thorough rating. Here is a link to this week's podcast recommendation "Spooked" : https://spookedpodcast.org/ Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud + Many More Pod Apps @Mrfra...

S3: 5. Predators

October 27, 2017 02:35 - 1 hour - 84.9 MB

This week Chris invites out Mathew Macdonald-Bain and Nabil Sharda to discuss the sci-fi three-quel Predators. There's plenty to talk about with a stelar cast, a classic franchise and a great movie monster. This one is as fun as a barrel of monkeys so I hope you like the sound of grown men giggling. Here is a link to this week's Podcast recommendation "Dirty John" : http://www.latimes.com/projects/la-me-dirty-john/ Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod ...

S3. 4: Manhunter

October 23, 2017 01:29 - 1 hour - 91 MB

In the follow up to last week's Red Dragon, Mr.Franchise discusses the 1986 adaptation of the same novel, Manhunter. Joined by Nabil Sharda and Carson Rekert, they express their very different opinions on this Michael Mann film. At least they can agree that it looks good... Here is a link to a trailer for week's recommendation "Mindhunters" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gZCfRD_zWE Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud +...

S3. 3: Red Dragon

October 17, 2017 02:27 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

In the first of two Hannibal themed episodes this week, Christopher invites out Nabil Sharda and Carson Rekert to talk Red Dragon. They talk about what Bret Ratner (the director of Rush Hour) brings to the Dr.Lecter saga and they even dip in to a little talk about the TV series as well. The comparisons to Manhunter are plentiful but there will be more to talk about with Manhunter getting it's own episode later this week. Here is a link to a semi spoilery trailer for week's recommendation "Ro...

S3: 2. Scream 3 & 4

October 11, 2017 05:02 - 2 hours - 142 MB

Join Mr. Franchise and guest of the week Carson Rekert for a trip back to Woodsboro to talk Scream 3 & 4. They crack open everything from the amped up comedy of number 3 to the tech savvy youngsters of the 4th film and always theres 2 big old scoops of fun facts for you. Here is a link to a trailer for week's recommendation "The Dead Zone": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CuTeRM_8egk Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud + M...

S3: 1.Jackie Brown::Out of Sight

October 03, 2017 04:50 - 2 hours - 126 MB

Season 3 of Mr.Franchise has arrived and it starts with a humdinger. Christopher is joined by Oscar Davila and Nabil Sharda to discuss the shared Quinten Tarantino & Stephen Soderbergh "Elmore Lenord-verse" of Jackie Brown and Out of Sight. Buckle up for a whirlwind ride through these 2 novel adaptations and keep your ears open for a fresh new theme song! Here is a link to a trailer for week's recommendation "Behind The Candelabra": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n083CsdN4XM Rate, Like , ...

S2: 12. xXx :: xXx State of the union

September 12, 2017 05:42 - 2 hours - 137 MB

On the exciting season 2 finale of Mr. Franchise ,Christopher dives in deep with Nabil Sharda and Carson Rekert on xXx and xXx: State of the Union. They find some laughs in the mediocrity , discuss the presence of the epic Sam Jackson and determine that one dick is plenty...it'll make sense when you listen. Here is a link to a trailer for week's recommendation "True Lies": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B7HG8_xbDw Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepo...

S2: 11. Romancing The Stone:: The Jewel of The Nile

September 06, 2017 06:49 - 2 hours - 112 MB

This week Mr Franchise is joined in studio by actors Jason Vaisvila (Supergirl) and Kate Bateman(Wayward Pines) and non-actor/ possible Sasquatch relative Max Hewson to discuss Romancing the Stone and The Jewel of the Nile. Does the first movie hold up? Does the sequel hold a candle to it? Will Danny Devito capture everyones hearts and steal the movie? Hit play and find out! Here is a link to a trailer for week's recommendation "Kings of Summer": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fThJt2nRUeM ...

S2: 10. Predator :: Predator 2

August 29, 2017 05:20 - 2 hours - 123 MB

This week Mr. Franchise is joined by Matthew MacDonald-Bane , Carson Rekert and Nabil Sharda to talk Predator and Predator 2. From the greased up muscles and tropical jungle settings to the urban jungle and strange rasta gangs or Predator 2, this classic Sci-Fi series proved to be plump with juicy conversation. Here is a link to a trailer for week's recommendation "Sudden Death" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0OO91R8oVk Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfr...

S2: 9. Shanghai Noon // Shanghai Knights

August 23, 2017 02:44 - 1 hour - 102 MB

On this week's Mr. Franchise, Christopher invites out Olivia Harrison and Katie So to discuss the Martial-arts/Western/Comedy films Shanghai Noon and Shanghai Knights. Together they relive the mile a minute quips of Owen Wilson and the jaw dropping (as well as bone breaking) stunts of Jackie Chan before they lasso each flick and brand them with a red hot 5 star review . Here is a link to week's recommendation Dent May's new album "Across The Multiverse" : https://dentmay.bandcamp.com/album/ac...

S2 : 8. Wayne's World :: Wayne's World 2

August 15, 2017 05:10 - 1 hour - 104 MB

On this week's excellent episode Mr. Franchise invites out Nabil Sharda and Max Hewson to have a little party time and discuss Wayne's World 1 & 2. From the classic cameos, to the non stop quotes and right down to the kickin' soundtrack they relive all the highlights along the way to our 5 star reviews. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's recommendation "Red Rock West" : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqlGO7rYhwY Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchi...

S2: 7. Scream 1 // Scream 2

August 08, 2017 02:10 - 2 hours - 115 MB

This week Mr. Franchise is joined by Carson Rekert to discuss the Wes Craven horror classics Scream & Scream 2. With two quintessential 90's casts, countless iconic scenes and some great killer reveals there is no shortage of dirt for these boys to turn over. Here is a link to a trailer for this week's recommendation: youtube.com/watch?v=P7SpFO50Ifs Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Facebook and Twitter @Mrfranchisepod Itunes, Stitcher, Soundcloud + Many More Pod Apps @Mrfranchise Inst...

S2: 6. The Mighty Ducks :: D2 The Mighty Ducks

August 02, 2017 04:45 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Mr. Franchise returns with his first ever Facetime guest Matt McKinnon to review The Mighty Ducks And D2: The Mighty Ducks. Get ready for a knuckle puck of an episode where the gents discuss coach Bombay's questionable hockey history, the continued careers of the kids playing the ducks and so much more. Listen to this week's recommendation below and if you dig it pick up the album We Are The Champions. : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h54Q6wwxQNQ Rate, Like , Subscribe and find us on: Fac...

S2: 5. El Mariachi :: Desperado :: Once upon a Time in Mexico

July 25, 2017 04:29 - 3 hours - 205 MB

This week on the Mr. Franchise podcast, Christopher brings you a legendary trilogy of films and a legendary triad of guests to discuss Robert Rodriguez's El Mariachi Trilogy. Nabil Sharda, Max Hewson and Mathew MacDonald-Bain join Mr.F in dissecting the growth of the Mariachi myth, the self referential plots, recurring actors and over the top antics of El Mariachi, Desperado and Once Upon A Time In Mexico. This one is a double if not triple episode so for your listening ease: -El Mariachi Be...

S2: 4. The Scorpion King::The Mummy Tomb of the Dragon Emperor

July 19, 2017 08:31 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

This week on the Mr.Franchise podcast Christopher is joined by Jason Vaisvila (of T.V's Supergirl) & Kate Bateman(of T.v's Wayward Pines & The Actress Diaries: youtube.com/user/TheActressDiariesTV )to discuss The Scorpion King and The Mummy Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. From The Rock's natural charisma to the unfortunately absent Rachael Weiss to Brendan Frasier's phoned in performance, nothing is off limits. Rate, Like, Subscribe & recommend a franchise <3

S2: 3. Fubar::Fubar2

July 11, 2017 06:10 - 1 hour - 74.2 MB

Whoooooo, Crack a pilsner and giv'r because this week's episode of the Mr.Franchise podcast is all about the Canadian classics Fubar and Fubar 2. In Christopher's discussion with Olivia Harrison they touch on all the classic quotes and describe their shared experience of thinking they were watching a documentary the first time they saw it. All that and so much more in an episode that definitely doesn't funkin blow.