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Who Won The Week?

287 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 90 ratings

Each week the staff of SYFY WIRE present their case for what from the world of sci-fi, fantasy and horror won the week.

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Episodes

Shazam!, The Twilight Zone, Joker trailer

April 05, 2019 20:59 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

This week's discussion topics include the latest installment in the DC Extended Universe, Shazam!; Jordan Peele's resurrection of The Twilight Zone on CBS All Access; and the trailer for Joker starring Joaquin Phoenix. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dumbo, Batman at 80, Avengers: Endgame posters

March 29, 2019 21:52 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

This week's discussion topics include the release of director Tim Burton's Dumbo; the 80th (!) anniversary of Batman; and the new character posters for Avengers: Endgame. Also, The Craft is getting remade. Blessed be. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jordan Peele's Us, Disney/Fox merger, C2E2 2019

March 22, 2019 20:37 - 1 hour - 66.8 MB

This week's discussion topics include the release of Jordan Peele's follow-up to Get Out, the doppelgänger horror film Us; Disney making it official with Fox (and what it means for ... well, everything); and a little convention going on in Chicago this weekend called C2E2. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Avengers: Endgame, ECCC 2019, Aladdin

March 15, 2019 17:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MB

This week's discussion topics include the new trailers for both Avengers: Endgame and Aladdin as well as all the goings-on at Emerald City Comic Con in Seattle. And more. More! What We’re Geeking Out About (1:49) Aladdin (10:46) Captive State (19:55) ECCC (29:33) Avengers: Endgame (37:26) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Captain Marvel, Game of Thrones, Suicide Squad

March 08, 2019 19:30 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

This week's discussion topics include the release of the MCU's Captain Marvel; the official trailer for the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones; and Idris Elba replacing Will Smith as Deadshot in the next Suicide Squad. What We’re Geeking Out About (1:50) Luke Perry (10:05) Suicide Squad 2/Idris Elba (15:44) Game of Thrones Trailer (23:04) The Good Omens (29:13) ECCC (34:14) Captain Marvel (36:56) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy ...

Oscars 2019, Captain Marvel vs. Rotten Tomatoes, trailer roundup

March 01, 2019 18:48 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

This week's discussion topics include this year's Oscar wins (three for Black Panther; one for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse); Rotten Tomatoes removing a user feature upon the aftermath of Captain Marvel trolling; a whole bunch of new trailers (including one for Dark Phoenix); and more. What We’re Geeking Out About (2:45) The Oscars (15:09) Detective Pikachu (26:12) His Dark Materials (30:08) Dark Phoenix (35:15) Hellboy (42:50) Captain Marvel/Rotten Tomatoes (49:25) See...

BONUS EPISODE: New York City's St. Mark's Comics

February 24, 2019 14:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

In this bonus episode of WWTW, SYFY WIRE presents the story of St. Mark's Comics - a popular comic shop in New York City that's closing after 36 years in business. We spoke with owner Mitch Culture, St. Mark's Customers and Vertigo founder Karen Berger, about the store’s legacy and its unique vantage point observing the past three decades of fandom. We would love to hear your thoughts on this type of news coverage. Would you like to get more of this type of audio content from SYFY ...

Black Panther, How to Train Your Dragon, Ghostbusters

February 22, 2019 19:30 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

This week's discussion topics include the lasting influence of Marvel's Black Panther a year after its theatrical release; the latest (and last?) installment of the How to Train Your Dragon series; and the ongoing problematic fandom of Ghostbusters. What We’re Geeking Out About (1:34) Punisher/Jessica Jones Cancelled (13:13) Ghostbusters Controversy (17:48) Twilight Zone Trailer (26:04) How To Train Your Dragon 3 (33:44) Black Panther One Year Later (48:26) See Privacy Policy...

Alita: Battle Angel, Happy Death Day 2U, Will Smith's Genie in Aladdin

February 15, 2019 18:49 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

This week's discussion topics include Robert Rodriguez and James Cameron's Alita: Battle Angel; the alt-universe-hopping Happy Death Day 2U, and a very, very blue Will Smith as the Genie in Guy Ritchie's upcoming live-action version of Disney's Aladdin. What We’re Geeking Out About (2:16) Will Smith as Genie/Aladdin (12:00) Umbrella Academy (17:55) Happy Death Day 2U (29:08) Alita: Battle Angel (36:17) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Noti...

The LEGO Movie 2, Russian Doll, Horror Noire

February 08, 2019 21:11 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

This week's discussion topics include The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part (everything is still awesome!); Netflix's twisty-turny Russian Doll; and the premiere of the new documentary Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror on Shudder. What We’re Geeking Out About (2:24) SuperBowl Ads/Trailers (13:19) Rumor about Star Wars Episode IX (22:23) Russian Doll (28:25) Horror Noire (42:17) LEGO Movie 2 (51:45) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notic...

Hobbs & Shaw, Birds of Prey, James Gunn and Suicide Squad

February 01, 2019 18:54 - 54 minutes - 50 MB

We discuss the trailer for Fast & Furious Presents Hobbs & Shaw, the latest news on Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn), and James Gunn's involvement with Suicide Squad. What We’re Geeking Out About (1:20) Kingdom Hearts (9:20) Batman (16:16) Batman Beyond (22:10) Birds of Prey (27:00)  James Gunn/Suicide Squad (31:37) Supergirl/First Trans Character (34:26) Hobbs and Shaw (39:17) Dark Universe (46:55) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.co...

Kingdom, gen:LOCK and AOC on DK64

January 25, 2019 23:17 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

This week's discussion topics include Kingdom Hearts III, gen:LOCK and congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's surprise appearance on a DK64 live-steam. What We’re Geeking Out About (1:44) Genre Oscar Nominations (8:36) Twitch Stream: AOC on DK64 (19:50) Resident Evil (25:48) The Boys and The Umbrella Academy (30:36) gen:LOCK (39:45) Kingdom (49:00) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Glass, Star Trek: Discovery Season 2, Deadly Class

January 18, 2019 23:44 - 1 hour - 81.4 MB

This week's discussion topics include M. Night Shyamalan's Glass; the second season of Star Trek: Discovery; and the premiere of SYFY's new series, Deadly Class. Oh, and let's not forget the second season of Marvel's The Punisher on Netflix. Welcome home, Frank! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Captain Marvel, Star Trek & Who Will Win 2019?

January 11, 2019 20:07 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MB

This week's discussion topics include the Golden Globes, the current state of Star Trek, Captain Marvel and who will win 2019? 2:11 - What We’re Geeking Out About  11:18 - The Golden Globes & Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse  16:18 - Captain Marvel  22:23 - Star Trek  31:18 - Who Will Win 2019? 31:44 - Who We Want to Win 39:17 - Who Will Actually Win  44:38 - Game of Thrones / HBO's Sneak Peak See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Gotham Season 5: Chatting with David Mazouz and Camren Bicondova

January 05, 2019 15:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

In this bonus episode of Who Won the Week, we talk with David Mazouz (Bruce Wayne) and Camren Bicondova (Selina Kyle) about the fifth and final season of Gotham. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Doctor Who, Gotham, Marvel's The Punisher

January 04, 2019 20:26 - 1 hour - 63 MB

This week's discussion topics include the Doctor Who New Year's Special, the commencement of Gotham's fifth and final season, and the impending return of Marvel's The Punisher on Netflix. 2:14 - What We’re Geeking Out On 14:31 - Bird Box 17:49 - The Punisher 22:21 - Star Trek: Short Treks 30:18 - Gotham 42:04 - Doctor Who See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jordan Peele’s Us, X-Men at Disney, Black Mirror: Bandersnatch

December 28, 2018 20:24 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

We discuss the trailer to Jordan Peele's new horror film, the future of the X-Men under Disney's watch, and the new interactive Black Mirror movie. Oh, and we reflect on the year that was 2018. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aquaman, Bumblebee, Mary Poppins Returns

December 21, 2018 20:54 - 1 hour - 68.7 MB

Holiday movie time! We discuss Aquaman, Bumblebee, and Mary Poppins Returns. 2:26 - What We’re Geeking Out On 14:43 - Aladdin 22:32 - Hellboy 26:33 - MIB International 30:34 - Mary Poppins 44:45 - Bumblebee 55:50 - Aquaman See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Into the Spider-Verse, Mortal Engines, Elseworlds

December 14, 2018 22:44 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

So, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is pretty sweet. And Mortal Engines definitely has something going on under the hood. And The CW's Arrowverse crossover, "Elseworlds," had a few surprises up its sleeve. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Captain Marvel trailer, Avengers: Endgame trailer, Golden Globes

December 07, 2018 21:31 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

So, how about that new Captain Marvel trailer? And how about the trailer (and title reveal) for Avengers: Endgame? And how about those Golden Globe nominations, especially the ones for Black Panther? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marvel's Daredevil, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Cowboy Bebop

November 30, 2018 19:15 - 1 hour - 63.6 MB

So, Marvel's Daredevil on Netflix has been canceled ... what does this mean for Disney+ (and for Netflix, at that?). And speaking of Netflix, they've ordered a live-action series of Cowboy Bebop! Meanwhile, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse looks to be set to take the holiday moviegoing season by storm (or by web, rather).  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Doctor Who, Once Upon a Deadpool, Aquaman

November 23, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

Are Jodie Whittaker and Chris Chibnall both leaving Doctor Who in 2019? And how about these new Once Upon a Deadpool and Aquaman trailers, eh? We discuss this ... and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stan Lee (R.I.P.), Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

November 16, 2018 19:53 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

All hail Stan the Man and the Princesses of Power. All beware Grindelwald. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Riot Games, Blizzard Entertainment, The Walking Dead

November 09, 2018 22:15 - 1 hour - 78 MB

We focus on the world of gaming, specifically Blizzard Entertainment (they of the Diablo franchise) and Riot Games (League of Legends). We also discuss Rick's departure from The Walking Dead TV series ... and his future as the star of some Walking Dead movies.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marvel TV, The Witcher, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

November 02, 2018 21:21 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MB

Sabrina, Doctor Who, and Castlevania

October 26, 2018 22:51 - 1 hour - 73.8 MB

This week we discuss the week's big Netflix premieres, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Castlevania, as well as the history-making episode of Doctor Who! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Gordon Green's Halloween, Marvel's Daredevil Season 3, Chuck Wendig

October 19, 2018 21:11 - 1 hour - 91.9 MB

We discuss the unleashing of David Gordon Green's Halloween, the return of Matt Murdock in the third season of Marvel's Daredevil on Netflix, the controversial firing of Marvel comics writer Chuck Wendig, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

James Gunn on Suicide Squad 2, Doctor Who, Pet Sematary trailer, and more

October 12, 2018 20:50 - 1 hour - 76.7 MB

We discuss James Gunn being hired to direct DC's Suicide Squad 2; the premiere of Jodie Whittaker as the good Doctor in the latest season of Doctor Who; the creepy trailer for Stephen King's Pet Sematary; and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New York Comic Con 2018 ... and beyond!

October 05, 2018 21:24 - 49 minutes - 45 MB

We discuss NYCC 2018 as well as Marvel's Daredevil Season 3, Birds of Prey, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

X-Men: Dark Phoenix, Birds of Prey, Fantastic Beasts and more

September 28, 2018 19:32 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

We discuss the first trailer for X-Men: Dark Phoenix; the casting of Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Huntress in Birds of Prey; the final trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald; the new trailer for Bumblebee; and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Captain Marvel, Playstation, Batman, and more

September 21, 2018 19:14 - 1 hour - 65.4 MB

We talk about the first Captain Marvel trailer (don't tell her to smile!); the new Playstation mini (hello Final Fantasy VII); Batman's... batjunk?; and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Predator, Henry Cavill, Marvel's Iron Fist and more

September 14, 2018 18:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

We discuss Shane Black's The Predator (and the controversy surrounding a certain unfortunate bit of casting); Henry Cavill's unknown and possibly nonexistent future with the DCEU; the surprisingly pretty good second season of Marvel's Iron Fist on Netflix; and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Nun, Captain Marvel, Halloween and more

September 07, 2018 21:00 - 1 hour - 82.8 MB

We discuss the latest installment of The Conjuring universe, The Nun; the first official pics from Marvel Studios' Captain Marvel; the new trailer for David Gordon Green's Halloween; and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, Power Rangers, Matt Smith in Episode IX, and more

August 31, 2018 19:22 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

We discuss the new Amazon series Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan; the 25th (!) anniversary of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers; Doctor Who alum Matt Smith joining the cast of Star Wars: Episode IX; and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Innocents, Bond 25, Kelly Marie Tran and more

August 24, 2018 20:20 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

We discuss the new Netflix series, The Innocents; Danny Boyle exiting the director's chair of the 25th James Bond adventure over "creative differences"; the return of Star Wars: The Last Jedi star Kelly Marie Tran; The Big Bang Theory coming to an end after its 12th season; and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Spock, Marvel's Iron Fist, Twitch, Flame Con and more

August 17, 2018 21:58 - 1 hour - 71.9 MB

We discuss the casting of Ethan Peck as Spock on Star Trek Discovery; the upcoming second season of Marvel's Iron Fist on Netflix; the wild and arguably problematic world of Twitch (on which you can pay to watch people like Tyler 'Ninja' Blevins play video games); and this weekend's Flame Con. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Return of Jean-Luc Picard, Batwoman, Supergirl & More

August 10, 2018 19:14 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

We discuss the return of Patrick Stewart to the Star Trek franchise; the casting of Ruby Rose as Batwoman on The CW; the announcement of a new big-screen Supergirl; and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Star Wars: Episode IX casting news, Infinity War on digital, Venom trailer

August 03, 2018 20:08 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

We discuss Star Wars: Episode IX casting news (including the surprise inclusion of Carrie Fisher); the release of Avengers: Infinity War on digital; the latest trailer for Venom; and more.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

James Gunn, Buffy Returns, SDCC Aftermath & More

July 28, 2018 15:01 - 1 hour - 65.5 MB

San Diego Comic-Con 2018

July 20, 2018 23:43 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MB

There is much to discuss, including Thirteenth Doctor Jodie Whittaker's highly pleasing Con debut, the reveal of DC's upcoming live-action series Titans, the surprise return of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Black Widow, The Joker, Emmy noms and more

July 13, 2018 20:17 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

This week, we discuss the recently announced standalone film for Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow (to be directed by Cate Shortland); the upcoming Joker film starring Joaquin Phoenix as the Clown Prince of Crime; Game of Thrones and Westworld sweeping the Emmy nominations; and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ant-Man and the Wasp

July 06, 2018 20:43 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

We discuss the latest installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Ant-Man and the Wasp. We also discuss the latest goings-on in the world of Star Wars fandom, which just keeps getting more... intense. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The best genre entertainment of 2018 (so far)

June 29, 2018 19:54 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

We're now officially halfway through 2018. And at such a time, it is only proper to evaluate what the year has offered so far in genre entertainment, from the classy superheroics of Black Panther to the trippy body horror of Annihilation to the existential panic of HBO's Westworld. And much, much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jurassic World, Luke Cage, Star Wars, Star Trek and more

June 22, 2018 20:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MB

We discuss the latest big-screen dino adventure, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom; the second season of Marvel's Luke Cage on Netflix; the expansion of the Star Trek TV universe; and all the shaking going on in the world of Star Wars. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Incredibles 2, E3 2018, Wonder Woman 1984, and more

June 15, 2018 19:59 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB

This week, we discuss all the gaming goings-on at Electronic Entertainment Expo, otherwise known as E3. They also delve into the superheroics of Brad Bird's long-awaited Incredibles 2, the title announcement of Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman 1984, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cloak & Dagger, Kelly Marie Tran, new movie trailers, and more

June 08, 2018 21:41 - 1 hour - 79.3 MB

We discuss Freeform's new Cloak & Dagger series, the plight of Star Wars: The Last Jedi star Kelly Marie Tran on social media, new trailers for Halloween, Bumblebee, The LEGO Movie 2 and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Expanse, Sonic the Hedgehog, The Amazing Spider-Man and more

June 01, 2018 16:12 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

It's a geek's buffet this week as we discuss The Expanse's move to Amazon, the announced Sonic the Hedgehog movie, the goings-on of Spider-Man in the pages of Marvel Comics, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Solo: A Star Wars Story

May 25, 2018 19:55 - 1 hour - 73.5 MB

Does it got it where it counts, kid? We discuss the latest big-screen Star Wars adventure. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deadpool 2, Lando Calrissian, and TV upfronts

May 18, 2018 21:02 - 1 hour - 77 MB

Deadpool returns with more friends and swear words, Lando is pansexual, and TV networks woo us with a preview of next season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Predator trailer, Bill & Ted Face the Music, Solo premiere

May 12, 2018 04:50 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MB

The Predator is back. So are Bill and Ted. And Han Solo? He's just getting started, baby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.