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/Film Weekly
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Movie & TV discussion from the editors and writers at slashfilm.com.
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Evil Dead Burn (+ Interviews), Jacob's Trailer Park, Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (+ Interview), and A Conversation with Billy West
2d ago01:47:12Tap to summarizeOn the July 15, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by multiple people to talk about a bunch of movie trailers, talk about Evil Dead Burn and present some interviews with the filmmakers, share an interview with voice actor Billy West, talk about the new comedy Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, and highlight an interview with that film’s writers and director, Ken Marino and David Wain.(~00:38) Jacob’s Trailer ParkOnslaught | Official Trailer HD | A24The End of Oak Street | Official TrailerWhalefall | Official Teaser | In Theaters October 16THE SOCIAL RECKONING – Official Teaser Trailer (HD)Gatto | Teaser Trailer | In Theaters March 5, 2027The Last House | Greta Lee and Wagner Moura | Official Trailer | NetflixHexed | Teaser TrailerNot Alone | Official Teaser TrailerSPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY – New Trailer (4K)KLARA AND THE SUN – Official Trailer (4K)The Debut | Official Trailer HD | A24Practical Magic 2 | Official TrailerSENSE AND SENSIBILITY - Official Trailer [HD] - Only In Theaters October 16WERWULF - Official Trailer [HD] - Only In Theaters Christmas Day(~26:50) Evil Dead Burn(~36:22) Sebastian Vanicek interview(~41:43) Souheila Yacoub, Hunter Doohan, and Luciane Buchanan interview(~46:02) Billy West set-up(~51:25) Billy West interview(~1:23:24) Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass(~01:36:23) Ken Marino and David Wain interviewWhy MTV's The State Ended And Created A Rift Between The Alternative Sketch Comedy GroupAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Cape Fear (Interview: Javier Bardem/Amy Adams/Patrick Wilson), Rick and Morty Season 9 (Interview: Dan Harmon/Scott Marder), and Obsession (Interview: Cooper Tomlinson)
1w ago00:57:28Tap to summarizeOn the July 8, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about his favorite movie of the year, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about Rick and Morty, present an interview with the showrunners, Apple’s Cape Fear, present an interview with the film’s stars, and to present a conversation with Obsession actor Cooper Tomlinson.(~00:30) Newshttps://x.com/MattBelloni/status/2072018680872071300Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie(~05:37) Cape Fear Review: Apple TV's Psychological Thriller Is Intense And Insidiously Manipulative(~16:18) Nick Antosca interview(~20:40) The performances of Cape Fear(~22:56) Javier Bardem, Amy Adams, and Patrick Wilson interview(~28:41) Rick and Morty Season 9(~35:02) Dan Harmon and Scott Marder interview(~45:32) Obsession actor Cooper Tomlinson interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Supergirl Is Better Than You've Heard (with Milly Alcock, Jason Momoa, and Eve Ridley), and The Bear Serves Its Final Meal With Season 5
2w ago00:57:25Tap to summarizeOn the July 1, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about Supergirl, present interviews with the film’s cast, and have a spoiler-filled conversation about the final season of The Bear.(~00:15) Newshttps://deadline.com/2026/06/comcast-to-separate-nbcuniversal-media-business-technology-1236969649/https://x.com/shrek/status/2070207487941189785?s=46&t=eE-9hrTgnEeH8RfPTMwgRghttps://variety.com/2026/tv/news/millie-bobby-brown-david-harbour-netflix-spy-series-stranger-things-1236790889/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/five-nights-at-freddys-3-gary-dauberman-write-script-1236631856/https://x.com/variety/status/2071613035328713130?s=46&t=0-wSba2r7onyPA9yqFdGhAhttps://www.slashfilm.com/2203183/funniest-movie-of-all-time-american-film-institute-blazing-saddles/https://www.slashfilm.com/2201049/dark-pandemic-comedy-hollywood-not-touch-harrows-alley/https://www.slashfilm.com/2204118/supergirl-box-office-flop-reasons/(~03:21) Supergirl Review: Milly Alcock Shines As The Self-Destructive Savior Of The DCU(~24:40) Milly Alcock and Eve Ridley interview(~28:19) Jason Momoa interview(~32:30) The Bear Season 5 Review: The Once-Great Show Ends With A Final Chaotic ShiftAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Toy Story 5 Shines (with Andrew Stanton & Kenna Harris), Voicemails for Isabelle is a Terrific Romcom (with Leah McKendrick), and The Death of Robin Hood (with Michael Sarnoski)
3w ago01:15:58Tap to summarizeOn the June 24, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about Toy Story 5, Voicemails for Isabelle, and The Death of Robin Hood, and feature interviews with people who helped bring those movies to life.(~00:15) Newshttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/wagner-moura-oceans-eleven-prequel-1236623729/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/ryan-coogler-proximity-media-netflix-tv-deal-1236625177/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/grinch-sequel-in-the-works-jim-carrey-1236595265/https://variety.com/2026/film/news/charles-melton-matt-damon-everything-everywhere-all-at-once-directors-the-daniels-film-1236785151/https://variety.com/2026/film/global/luca-guadagnino-sam-altman-movie-artificial-dropped-amazon-1236785830/https://variety.com/2026/film/global/luca-guadagnino-artificial-sam-altman-netflix-a24-mubi-1236786623/https://deadline.com/2026/06/tomorrow-and-tomorrow-and-tomorrow-daisy-edgar-jones-1236962398/https://deadline.com/2026/06/curry-barker-third-film-universal-blumhouse-atomic-monster-1236962562/https://variety.com/2026/film/global/timothee-chalamet-selena-gomez-animated-film-not-alone-1236787110/https://ew.com/sea-of-thieves-movie-live-action-xbox-adaptations-exclusive-12003322https://deadline.com/2026/06/keanu-reeves-lego-movie-josh-cooley-toy-story-4-reunion-1236963572/https://deadline.com/2026/06/dan-trachtenberg-yehudi-mercado-freddy-13th-paramount-1236963894/https://variety.com/2026/film/news/powerpuff-girls-movie-warner-bros-1236787216/https://deadline.com/2026/06/lily-james-to-star-seasons-drew-hancock-amazon-mgm-1236964258/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/kevin-bacon-jeremy-slater-horror-summoner-1236628091/https://variety.com/2026/film/news/magic-school-bus-live-action-movie-elizabeth-banks-ms-frizzle-director-1236787487/https://www.slashfilm.com/2200780/hugh-jackman-murder-mystery-movie-the-sheep-detectives-streaming-prime-video/https://www.slashfilm.com/2087904/olivia-wilde-the-invite-dont-worry-darling-comeback-sundance/(~02:34) Toy Story 5 Review: A Heartfelt, Nuanced, And Uneven Sequel In Cinema's Greatest Animated Film Series(~25:55) Thomas Jordan (VFX Supervisor) interview(~31:48) Andrew Stanton, Kenna Harris, and Lindsey Collins interview (~36:59) Voicemails for Isabelle(~39:52) Leah McKendrick interviewNetflix's Voicemails For Isabelle Director Shut Down Production To Make Sure A Small Detail Was Correct [Exclusive](~49:21) The Death Of Robin Hood Review: Hugh Jackman Leads An Ultra-Violent, Melancholy Myth Deconstruction(~01:00:50) Michael Sarnoski interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Spielberg is Back in Blockbuster Mode with Disclosure Day (Interview: David Koepp), The Furious Will Punch You in the Face (Interview: Kenji Tanigaki), and A Roundup of Films From Tribeca 2026
Jun 1701:06:56Tap to summarizeOn the June 17, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, and then is joined by a couple of people to dig into Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day and the new martial arts film The Furious, present interviews with some of the folks behind those movies, and then wrap up with a discussion of some movies that played at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival, including one that’s available for the public to watch right now.(~00:25) Newshttps://variety.com/2026/film/news/24-jump-street-jonah-hill-channing-tatum-1236771917/https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/widows-bay-renewed-season-2-katie-dippold-apple-tv-overall-1236779068/https://variety.com/2026/film/news/stranger-things-matt-ross-duffer-paramount-movie-2028-1236781648/https://deadline.com/2026/06/monopoly-movie-lionsgate-developing-two-new-takes-1236954940/Anya Taylor-Joy as Seren in The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. She’s playing “a Sindar Elf of the Woodland Realm, a trusted and lethal agent of King Thranduil.”https://deadline.com/2026/06/sean-penn-direct-bradley-cooper-january-6th-cop-warner-bros-1236957132/Mergers and acquisitions: Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion.https://www.slashfilm.com/2194455/real-life-attorney-the-punisher-trial-accuracy/https://www.slashfilm.com/2195443/death-stranding-movie-update-director-michael-sarnoski/https://www.slashfilm.com/2195461/pluribus-season-2-writing-update-vince-gilligan/https://www.slashfilm.com/2195873/steven-spielberg-biggest-box-office-hits-one-thing-common-sci-fi/(~01:32) Disclosure Day Review: Steven Spielberg's Emotional Sci-Fi Chase Movie Is Incredibly Thrilling(~20:12) Disclosure Day Writer David Koepp Explains What It's Really Like To Work With Steven Spielberg [Exclusive Interview](~29:18) The Furious Review: The Best Action Movie Of 2026 Will Punch You In The Face(~40:43) The Furious Director Talks About The 'Innovative' And 'Very Complicated' Climactic Fight Scene [Exclusive Interview](~51:21) Brad at Tribeca: Deepfake, IX XI, Stealing Magic, That Friend, Never Change!All the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Paul Rudd/Nick Jonas/John Carney on Power Ballad, Will Friedle/Danielle Fishel/Rider Strong on Doc Meets World, Nicholas Galitzine/Camila Mendes/Travis Knight on Masters of the Universe, Samara Weaving/Kyle Gallner/Adam Carter Rehmeier on Carolina Car...
Jun 1002:07:11Tap to summarizeOn the June 10, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about Power Ballad, Masters of the Universe, Carolina Caroline, and Doc Meets World, and we’ll present interviews with people from all of those projects.(~00:25) Newshttps://deadline.com/2026/06/fx-the-marriage-plot-limited-series-sadie-sink-1236941022/https://deadline.com/2026/06/netflix-antoine-fuqua-hannibal-denzel-washington-1236940352/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/art-of-fighting-fatal-fury-screen-adaptations-in-the-works-1236614015/https://bsky.app/profile/ign.com/post/3mnnabqiylr2chttps://deadline.com/2026/06/hugh-jackman-treasure-island-ridley-scott-jack-thorne-1236949282/https://variety.com/2026/film/news/mira-sorvino-lisa-kudrow-romy-and-michele-sequel-hulu-1236769542/https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/jem-and-the-holograms-live-action-show-amazon-1236769438/https://deadline.com/2026/06/jason-momoa-helldivers-exits-1236950906/https://www.slashfilm.com/2191007/the-pitt-season-3-shabana-azeez-javadi-change-er/https://www.slashfilm.com/2190938/biggest-box-office-flop-all-time-2026-movie-desert-warrior/https://www.slashfilm.com/2190123/hollywood-first-2026-billion-dollar-box-office-hit-the-super-mario-galaxy-movie/https://www.slashfilm.com/2190023/a24-horror-movie-hereditary-prequel/(~03:08) Power Ballad(~17:45) Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas interview(~22:32) John Carney interview(~26:29) Masters of the UniverseMasters Of The Universe Review: Endless Jokes And Riffing Rob A Potentially Fun Adventure Of Its Power(~37:55) Nicholas Galitzine interview(~42:43) Camila Mendes interview(~47:13) Travis Knight interview(~51:36) Carolina Caroline(~01:01:12) Samara Weaving, Kyle Gallner, and Adam Carter Rehmeier interview(~01:15:56) Doc Meets World(~01:22:01) Will Friedle, Danielle Fishel, and Rider Strong interview(~01:46:34) Chris Levitus and Zane Rubin interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Backrooms, Spider-Noir, Deli Boys Season 2, The Breadwinner, and A Bunch of Interviews
Jun 302:06:33Tap to summarizeOn the June 3, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about Backrooms, Spider-Noir, The Breadwinner, and Deli Boys season 2, and share several interviews with the folks behind some of those projects.(~00:25) Newshttps://deadline.com/2026/05/marvel-stan-lee-resurrected-ai-elevenlabs-1236922672/https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/02/business/media/martin-scorsese-artificial-intelligence.htmlhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/zack-snyder-escape-from-new-york-remake-1236610684/https://deadline.com/2026/06/michael-sarnoski-joins-the-chain-hbo-ep-pilot-director-1236938417/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/sydney-sweeney-hollow-lindsey-anderson-beer-1236612283/https://deadline.com/2026/06/shania-twain-biopic-leah-mckendrick-directing-sony-1236939923/https://deadline.com/2026/06/john-wick-caine-mason-thames-1236939884/(~03:04) BackroomsBackrooms Review: Kane Parsons's Debut Is A Skin-Crawling Liminal Nightmare(~24:34) Spider-NoirSpider-Noir Review: Nicolas Cage's Idiosyncratic Performance Keeps This Spider-Man Series Swinging(~41:50) Lamorne Morris and Karen Rodriguez interview(~46:34) More Spider-Noir talk(~58:11) Oren Uziel interview(~01:14:05) Deli Boys(~01:23:06) Fawzia Mirza interview(~01:35:46) The Breadwinner(~01:47:34) Eric Appel interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →The Mandalorian and Grogu Isn't Even Really A Movie + Passenger (Feat. An Interview with Director André Øvredal)
May 2700:57:33Tap to summarizeOn the May 27, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about The Mandalorian and Grogu and Passenger (and present an interview with that film’s director).(~00:25) NewsMario directors going to NetflixFincher’s movie going to IMAXhttps://deadline.com/2026/05/michael-chiklis-joins-tyrant-movie-charlize-theron-1236915921/https://deadline.com/2026/05/francesca-scorsese-mr-amp-mrs-smith-season-2-donald-glover-1236915913/https://deadline.com/2026/05/rick-and-morty-movie-director-jacob-hair-in-works-1236916443/https://variety.com/2026/film/global/paddington-4-movie-armando-iannucci-dougal-wilson-1236754996/https://deadline.com/2026/05/matt-damon-daniels-movie-the-dish-1236916873/https://deadline.com/2026/05/radio-silence-directing-choose-your-own-adventure-20th-1236918094/(~3:29) The Mandalorian and GroguThe Mandalorian And Grogu Review: Star Wars Has Never Felt Duller Or More Mundane(~33:08) PassengerPassenger Review: Jump Scares And Clumsy Mythology Abound In This Vanlife Horror Movie(~39:47) Andre Ovredal interview(~55:30) I Love BoostersI Love Boosters Review: A Delirious, Overwhelming, And Hilarious SatireAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Obsession Is A Terrific Feature Debut (Interview with Writer/Director Curry Barker), Plus A Return To Jacob's Trailer Park
May 2001:15:55Tap to summarizeOn the May 20, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson alludes to the latest film and TV news, dives into Jacob’s Trailer Park with Jacob Hall, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about Obsession and present an interview with the movie’s writer/director, Curry Barker.(~00:25) Newshttps://www.slashfilm.com/2172210/peter-jackson-tintin-sequel-promises-history/https://deadline.com/2026/05/grown-ups-3-netflix-upfront-adam-sandler-1236899841/https://deadline.com/2026/05/will-smith-supermax-movie-amazon-mgm-worldwide-rights-1236903753/https://deadline.com/2026/05/dacre-montgomery-joins-donnie-yen-john-wick-spinoff-caine-1236904802/https://deadline.com/2026/05/jodie-comer-the-chain-hbo-limited-series-damon-lindelof-1236902180/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/expendabelles-all-female-action-spinoff-expendables-movie-1236596725/https://deadline.com/2026/05/fifth-season-harbourview-deal-dev-patel-mila-kunis-films-1236906451/https://deadline.com/2026/05/sam-raimi-directing-magic-lionsgate-anthony-hopkins-1236906622/https://deadline.com/2026/05/jonathan-bailey-natalie-portman-pumping-black-amazon-deal-1236913842/(~02:14) Jacob’s Trailer ParkThe Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (2026) Official Trailer – Joseph Zadahttps://www.slashfilm.com/2148498/godzilla-minus-zero-trailer-2026/Street Fighter | Official Trailer (2026 Movie)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSWP2feb4rwIDIOTS | Teaser Trailer ft. Dave Franco, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Mason Thames | Independent Film CompanyThe Dog Stars | Official Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYFevn5frf0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IxPD-jNdwMjackass: best and last | Official Trailer (2026 Movie)Verity | Official TeaserTed Lasso — Season 4 Official Teaser | Apple TVhttps://www.slashfilm.com/2161056/resident-evil-trailer-weapons-director-zach-cregger/THE RIVALS OF AMZIAH KING | Official Trailer | In Theaters This Augusthttps://www.slashfilm.com/2171778/wildwood-trailer-laika/https://www.slashfilm.com/2164836/tony-trailer-a24-anthony-bourdain-biopic/(~28:00) ObsessionObsession Review: A Confident Crowd-Pleaser With A Killer Lead Performance [Overlook 2026](~59:17) Curry Barker interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Mortal Kombat II is A Huge Improvement Over The Previous Movie (with Karl Urban, Director Simon McQuoid, and More), and The Sheep Detectives Is One of 2026's Most Pleasant Surprises (with Writer Craig Mazin and Director Kyle Balda)
May 1301:12:31Tap to summarizeOn the May 13, 2026 episode of /Film Weekly, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, and then is joined by multiple people to talk about Mortal Kombat II and present interviews with the film’s director and stars, and The Sheep Detectives and present interviews with the movie’s director and screenwriter.(~00:25) Newshttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/conan-obrien-host-2027-oscars-1236593897/https://deadline.com/2026/05/superman-2-man-of-tomorrow-matthew-lillard-1236883112/https://www.slashfilm.com/2166521/hocus-pocus-3-second-movie-biggest-mistake-disney-plus-release/https://deadline.com/2026/05/charlize-theron-baltasar-kormakur-six-clean-kills-1236886310/https://deadline.com/2026/05/shailene-woodley-joins-mothers-helper-movie-mrc-1236881863/https://deadline.com/2026/05/imogen-poots-john-reynolds-sex-criminals-series-comic-1236887276/https://deadline.com/2026/05/deathstroke-and-bane-greg-mottola-1236888282/https://deadline.com/2026/05/x-files-reboot-cast-amy-madigan-steve-buscemi-ryan-coogler-1236890236/https://www.slashfilm.com/2169818/fast-and-furious-tv-series-peacock-vin-diesel-executive-producer/https://deadline.com/2026/05/westworld-remake-david-koepp-script-michael-crichton-1236898275/https://deadline.com/2026/05/jessie-buckley-paul-mescal-cast-in-hold-on-to-your-angels-1236886943/https://deadline.com/2026/05/planet-of-the-apes-movie-matt-shakman-fantastic-four-writer-1236883151/(~05:38) Mortal Kombat IIMortal Kombat II Review: A (Mostly) Flawless Victory For Video Game And Martial-Arts Fans(~23:15) Ludi Lin, Jessica McNamee, Mehcad Brooks interview(~28:45) Simon McQuoid interview(~33:40) Karl Urban and Josh Lawson interview(~37:56) The Sheep Detectives(~49:43) Craig Mazin interview(~01:02:39) Kyle Balda interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about some of the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked in the show notes.You can subscribe to /Film Weekly on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out patreon.com/popcultured to hear more from many of the folks you heard on this episode!Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Make sure to leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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