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Bad Movies Rule!
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A comedy podcast for people who love so-called bad movies. The gang at Bad Movies Rule dive into movies that have either been declared bad by critics or audiences to see if they really deserve to be on the trash pile or if they actually rule. Come have a laugh with us!
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Casper Van Dien: Johnny Rico Himself on Starship Troopers, Patrick Muldoon & Bug Slaying Games!
Yesterday01:08:57Tap to summarizeJohnny Rico himself, Casper Van Dien, joins the Bad Movies Rule! crew for a heartfelt, hilarious, and bug-stomping deep dive into Starship Troopers! Casper opens up about stepping into the iconic role, the military roots that shaped his performance, Paul Verhoeven’s razor-sharp satire, and the unbreakable off-screen brotherhood with Patrick Muldoon and Denise Richards. From John Wayne homages in Starship Troopers 3 to replacing his best friend in a brand-new film, “kill them all” stories, military family pride, and why Rico remains one of the all-time great “idiots who steps up,” this one is packed with laughs, respect, and genuine emotion. Plus: Casper recommends the cheesiest movie in his filmography for your next BMR watch party, talks video game voice work, and personally invites the BMRmy to drop into his Twitch streams and join the Roughnecks in Starship Troopers: Extermination. If you love practical effects, unhinged 90s action, and real talk from the people who made the magic happen, this episode is for you. Kill them all… and then come back for more. 🔥 Subscribe, leave a review, and tell a friend! Support the show on Patreon for bonus episodes, early access, and to help keep the new studio running: patreon.com/badmoviesrule Join the conversation in the Discord and hit up Casper’s streams. What’s your favorite Casper Van Dien moment or Starship Troopers memory? Drop it in the comments or send a voice note! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Tom Cruise Land, Battlefield Earth Regrets & Janitor Drama
2d ago01:04:30Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the BMR Mailbag! James, Clint, and Ryan dive into a massive pile of emails and voicemails while James admits he forgot to check the P.O. Box again. Nate the Great shares his wild Billy Zane VHS story (and a disappointing Pauly Shore meet-and-greet), we get Ernest Goes to Jail hype, Tom Cruise Land theme park pitches, Battlefield Earth rating regrets, and the return of everyone’s favorite disgruntled janitor. Plus HR drama, chicken lady callbacks, soundtrack talk, and the official BMR Hits the Spot playlist drop. Send your emails to thisshowistrash@gmail.com or call (262) 757-8567. Physical mail to P.O. Box 383, Burlington, WI 53105. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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#266 - Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight (1995)
5d ago02:41:38Tap to summarizeJoin the BMR crew for a blood-soaked, booger-demon-filled ride through Tales from the Crypt Presents: Demon Knight (1995)! Billy Zane is an absolute menace (in the best way) as the slick, seductive Collector, squaring off against William Sadler's brooding hero Brayker in a converted church turned last stand. Throw in Jada Pinkett Smith, Thomas Haden Church, CCH Pounder, and a whole crew of desert weirdos, and you've got non-stop practical effects mayhem, exploding heads, green lightning, and enough "hot and squishy" tangents to make the Crypt Keeper blush. The crew dives deep into the over-the-top gore, killer one-liners, '90s horror vibes, and why those practical demon transformations still hit harder than modern CGI slop. Expect unhinged riffs, Arnold recast debates, nipple battery debates, and plenty of heartfelt (and ridiculous) crew banter as they decide if this one earns its spot among the bad movies that rule. If you're craving bloody siege horror, charismatic demons, and laughs with the BMRmy, this episode is your ticket. Lock the doors, grab the holy blood, and join the ride! Support the show: patreon.com/badmoviesrule Email: ThisShowIsTrash@gmail.comVoicemail: 262-757-8567 Mail: Bad Movies Rule, PO Box 383, Burlington, WI 53105 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Pee Wee's Big Adventure (1985) - Good Movies Rule PREVIEW
1w ago00:19:52Tap to summarizeThis is an extended sample from our full 2+ hour discussion on Pee Wee's Big Adventure, and we can't wait to talk about Paul Reuben's cult classic. Want the whole thing? Click the link below to become a Patreon supporter! https://www.patreon.com/badmoviesrule James, Curt, Clint & Joe recap Pee Wee's Big Adventure to decide if it deserves it's title as a 80s cult classic or was it overhyped? The Crow stars Paul Reubens, Elizabeth Daily, Mark Holton, Diane Louise Salinger and Judd Omen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Bloodsport Nut Shots, Brandon Lee Connections & Knight’s Tale Drama
1w ago01:04:16Tap to summarizeThe Bad Movies Rule crew dives into another packed mailbag episode! Joel sends an incredible custom-wrapped trailer package complete with Batman Lego, while fans deliver hilarious letters and voicemails. Highlights include: A listener’s epic Bloodsport loading dock story featuring Van Damme’s legendary palm strike to the “wonton” gut, Dim Mak payoff debate, and how the movie saved the day. Fanfic chaos from Eric (things get... intense). Voicemails on Brandon Lee’s stunt double Chad Stahelski (John Wick connection), his roles in Showdown in Little Tokyo with Dolph Lundgren, and more. Heartwarming community support for Matt during his mom’s surgery. John’s gallery of celebrity “Dicks” (Van Dyke, Clark, Miller, Dreyfuss), snail breeding horror stories, a Madeline Kahn-named kitten, mouth guitar/talk box talk, and an HR prank call. Knight’s Tale final review drama from Johnny Go Lab. Updates on the Smoky Tony’s North Carolina recording trip, plus teases for new interviews with Major Payne’s Stephen Martini and Casper Van Dien (Johnny Rico from Starship Troopers). Plus laughs about awards drama, Lego Batman, Austrian Oak corrections, and the always supportive BMR Discord family. Physical mail always gets priority — send yours to the P.O. Box! Bad Movies Rule PO Box 383 Burlington, WI 53105 Email: ThisShowIsTrash@Gmail.com Voicemail: 262-757-8567 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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#265 - Battlefield Earth (2000)
2w ago02:39:21Tap to summarizeIn this long-awaited (and much-dreaded) episode, the Bad Movies Rule! crew finally tackles the infamous sci-fi disaster Battlefield Earth — the John Travolta passion project based on L. Ron Hubbard’s novel that somehow managed to waste a massive budget while delivering one of the most notorious flops in cinema history. James, Mel, Joe, and Curt suffer through Dutch angles, breathe-right strips, meat hoses, slop trough fights, Harrier jets piloted by cavemen, and Travolta’s wild alien makeup as they break down the movie scene-by-scene. Expect rants about the budget black hole, plot holes big enough to fly a Psychlo ship through, and plenty of debate over who gave the most unhinged performance. They hand out the Will Patton Intensity Award, the Trash Can of Dirty Water for worst acting, the Bixby Snyder One Scene Wonder, and the Steve James Supporting Performance trophy. If you’ve ever wondered how a movie with this much money and talent could be this bad, strap on your breather mask and join the suffering. You’ll never look at rat burgers (or elongated sandwiches) the same way again. Bad Movies Rule! — The podcast that’s somehow worse than the movies. Support Us: patreon.com/badmoviesrule Email Us: ThisShowIsTrash@gmail.com Voicemail: 262-757-8567 Mail: Bad Movies Rule, PO Box 383, Burlington, WI 53105 Gear Up: Grab tees at teepublic.com/user/bad-movies-rule Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Steven Martini (Alex Stone from Major Payne) Interview
2w ago00:48:42Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Bad Movies Rule!, we sit down with Steven Martini — the one and only Alex Stone from the beloved 90s comedy Major Payne! Steven takes us behind the scenes of his breakout role as a 19-year-old fresh out of high school, sharing what it was really like working with comedy legend Damon Wayans, shaving his head on short notice, living off that sweet per diem money, and how a movie that didn’t explode at the box office became a multi-generational cult favorite. We dive into: Why Major Payne hits different for 90s kids vs. first-time viewers The big disconnect between critic scores and audience love Steven’s journey from teen actor to indie filmmaker His brand new script Major Stone — a potential legacy sequel bringing Alex Stone back home His latest film Bittersweet (now streaming on Tubi & Prime Video) The current state of independent filmmaking, Hollywood’s obsession with legacy sequels, and more Funny, insightful, and full of heart — this is a must-listen for any Major Payne fan, 90s movie lover, or aspiring filmmaker. If you’ve ever quoted “I ain’t gonna be no hero!” or dressed up as Alex Stone for Halloween, you need to hear this one. Major Payne rules. Bad movies rule. Steven Martini rules. Available now on Tubi & Prime: Bittersweet Let’s get Universal’s attention — #MajorStone needs to happen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mailbag: Roasting Steven Seagal, and Apocalypse Bunker Movies
2w ago01:05:02Tap to summarizeThe Bad Movies Rule! crew is back with another packed mailbag episode! They kick things off by opening a care package from listener BJ in Racine featuring Bucky's Beaver Nuggets (white cheddar and cinnamon sweet varieties), leading to plenty of snacking and banter. In this episode, the guys dive into your emails and voicemails covering: Apocalypse bunker movie picks (Predator, Rocky, Tango & Cash, Waterworld, Back to the Future, and more) Bloodsport clarifications and corrections from Eric Major A wild Ryan "sexy scene" fanfic from Sheila Bear Debate over the Monopoly thimble (Bill vs. the crew) All-female Expendables casting ideas + custom posters Steven Seagal SNL hosting stories and mafia rumors Praise for the Rambo II veteran discussion, explanations of "chewing the scenery," and more Movie recommendations including The Heavenly Kid, The Glimmer Man, and killer animal month ideas The Crow love, Predator comic deep cuts, Poultrygeist apologies, and live train cam shoutouts from Burlington, WI Filled with laughs, listener stories, physical mail surprises, and the usual BMR chaos. Thanks to everyone who wrote in and called — keep 'em coming! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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#264 - A Knight's Tale (2000)
3w ago02:37:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Bad Movies Rule!, the crew straps on the armor and charges headfirst into A Knight's Tale (2001), the delightful medieval sports romp starring a baby-faced Heath Ledger as William Thatcher — a peasant who dreams of changing his stars by pretending to be a noble-born jouster. Joined by Dave, Rachel, and Mayor Ryan Mueller, we break down the film's infectious charm: the anachronistic rock soundtrack (We Will Rock You never hit harder), Paul Bettany's scene-stealing Geoffrey Chaucer as the ultimate hype man, Rufus Sewell's perfectly punchable villain Count Adhemar, and the unbeatable ensemble energy. We geek out over the jousting action, Heath Ledger's million-dollar smile, the heartfelt underdog story, and why this movie's sincerity hits different in a cynical world. Expect tons of laughs, training montage appreciation, deleted scene tangents, wild "what if Arnold Schwarzenegger was in this" recasting ideas, and our full awards ceremony (including the hard-fought Will Patton Award for Intensity). Whether you're a first-timer or a longtime fan who quotes "You have been weighed, you have been measured" on the daily, this is a love letter to one of the most rewatchable "good movies" out there. Tune in, grab your lance, and let's tilt! Support Us: patreon.com/badmoviesrule Email Us: ThisShowIsTrash@gmail.com Voicemail: 262-757-8567 Mail: Bad Movies Rule, PO Box 383, Burlington, WI 53105 Gear Up: Grab tees at teepublic.com/user/bad-movies-rule Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Gregory Snegoff: From Godan in SHE to Robotech Legend & Real-Life Adventurer
3w ago00:46:49Tap to summarizeIn this special episode of Bad Movies Rule!, we sit down with legendary actor and voice artist Gregory Snegoff - (Godan in the 1984 cult oddity She) for a wide-ranging conversation beamed in from Rome, Italy. Gregory shares his unforgettable experience filming She — an Italian-Israeli production shot in an abandoned villa outside Rome — including working with Sandahl Bergman, the wildly improvisational David "Popeye" Trailer, and director Avi Nesher. He dives into the chaotic, low-budget energy of the shoot, the film's bizarre cult-filled world, and why the movie remains so entertainingly unpredictable even 40+ years later. We also explore Gregory's incredible career: moving to Italy in 1979, becoming a cornerstone of Rome's English-language dubbing scene, voicing iconic roles in Robotech (and many other anime classics), writing for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, and his deep love of sailing. Plus, he teases his ambitious new documentary series MythAdventures, which re-examines the real historical routes of legendary voyages like the Odyssey using nautical expertise and forgotten research. Whether you're a fan of She, Robotech, Italian cult cinema, or epic sailing adventures, this is a delightful, insightful, and often hilarious chat with a true industry veteran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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