Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast
Episode: The 25 Best Superhero Movies of All Time
Release Date: August 12, 2025

Introduction

In this episode of the Kinda Funny Gamescast, hosts Greg “GameOverGreggy” Miller, Blessing Adeoye Jr., and Barrett Courtney delve into the realm of superhero cinema. Centered around Esquire’s freshly published list by Eric Francisco titled "The 25 Best Superhero Movies of All Time", the hosts critically analyze and debate the rankings, offering their own insights and preferences.

Unveiling the List

The conversation begins with the trio acknowledging the complexity of ranking superhero movies, given the vast array of films spanning different genres and eras. Greg Miller remarks, “There is a public understanding to an extent of what we're talking about. We're not trying to get cute with this list.” (16:05).

Blessing Adeoye Jr. adds, “The Incredibles is going to be the first thing I was going to say, as far as, like, yeah, I think we're.” (19:10), highlighting the challenge of balancing mainstream MCU entries with standout films outside the franchise.

Breaking Down the Rankings

The hosts proceed to dissect the list, starting from number 25 and moving upwards. Their reactions range from amusement to frustration as they encounter unexpected placements.

• Number 25: Thunderbolts
  Greg Miller expresses surprise, “Wow.” (48:56), while Blessing Adeoye Jr. comments, “Thunderbolts.” (48:57), indicating skepticism about its position.

• Number 24: Shazam
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. dismisses its placement, stating, “At number 24, no fucking shot. We have Shazam.” (49:20), suggesting it doesn't warrant a spot on the list.

• Number 23: Super (2010)
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. describes it as a "pitch black dark comedy" and is intrigued by James Gunn’s involvement, “I need to watch this.” (49:53).

• Number 22: Thor: Ragnarok
  While Greg Miller appreciates the diversity, Barrett Courtney voices, “That's too recent.” (53:34), doubting its inclusion.

• Number 21: Watchmen (2009)
  Greg Miller urges listeners to watch it, “But I also get. I think there's just too much baggage at this point.” (50:45), emphasizing its complexity.

• Number 20: Superman II (1980)
  The inclusion of this classic sparks frustration. Blessing Adeoye Jr. exclaims, “I don't know.” (51:07), and Greg Miller laments, “I hate it, but I get it.” (63:33).

• Number 19: Avengers: Endgame
  A contentious spot, with Blessing Adeoye Jr. asserting, “Endgame is way higher than this.” (51:58), reflecting widespread admiration that contrasts with its low ranking.

• Number 18: Guardians of the Galaxy Volume Two
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. admits dissatisfaction, “I hate this list so far.” (52:40), despite acknowledging significant moments within the film.

• Number 17: Shin Kamen Rider
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. expresses respect, “I respect it so much.” (53:25), intrigued by its unique take on the genre.

• Number 16: Hellboy (2004)
  Greg Miller categorizes it as not meriting a top spot, stating, “Not top eight. Definitely not top eight.” (59:06).

• Number 15: Captain America: The Winter Soldier
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. praises its depth and execution, “It's fucking good.” (55:16), highlighting its blend of espionage and superhero elements.

• Number 14: The Crow (1995)
  Greg Miller admits unfamiliarity but acknowledges its cult status, “57:39”.

• Number 13: Logan
  A point of contention, Greg Miller is visibly upset, “62:51”, while Blessing Adeoye Jr. believes it deserves a higher ranking.

• Number 12: Batman (2022)
  Dismissed heavily by the hosts, with Greg Miller labeling it a “boring ass movie” (56:38), though acknowledging Barrett Courtney’s differing view.

• Number 11: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
  Celebrated by Greg Miller as superior, “56:26”, yet they express frustration at its low placement.

• Number 10: Batman (1989)
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. concedes interest but remains critical, “60:03”.

• Number 9: X2: X-Men United
  Highly regarded by Greg Miller, “57:30”, though it surprises to see it ranked at number nine over deeper favorites like Logan.

• Number 8: Unbreakable
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. notes, “It's a weird list.” (59:07), indicating mixed feelings about its inclusion.

• Number 7: Wonder Woman (2017)
  Greg Miller respects its quality but disputes its top ten placement, “59:29”.

• Number 6: Black Panther (2018)
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. acknowledges its significance, “60:48”, but remains conflicted by its position relative to other MCU entries.

• Number 5: The Incredibles
  Universally praised by the hosts, highlighting its unique place in superhero cinema.

• Number 4: Avengers (2012)
  Recognized as a pivotal moment in the MCU, but still controversial in its ranking.

• Number 3: The Dark Knight
  Greg Miller champions it as a top-tier superhero film, “61:22”, lamenting its lower placement.

• Number 2: Spider-Man 2 (2004)
  Blessing Adeoye Jr. definitively disagrees with its ranking, “62:42”.

• Number 1: Superman (1978)
  The most contentious placement, with Blessing Adeoye Jr. vehemently opposing it, “63:04”, deeming the list a "shit list."

Host Reactions and Disagreements

Throughout the discussion, Greg Miller and Blessing Adeoye Jr. express significant dissatisfaction with the rankings, particularly the high placement of older or less acclaimed films like Superman (1978) and Batman (2022). They argue that their personal favorites, such as Logan and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, deserved higher spots, highlighting a disconnect between their views and the list's order.

Blessing Adeoye Jr. states, “This is a shit list.” (64:30), underscoring the hosts’ frustration with the perceived misjudgments in the rankings.

Conclusion

By the episode's end, the hosts maintain their critical stance on Esquire’s list, advocating for a reevaluation of what truly constitutes the best in superhero cinema. They acknowledge the subjective nature of such rankings but emphasize the importance of recognizing films that have left a lasting impact on the genre.

Notable Quotes:

• Greg Miller: “Endgame is way higher than this.” (51:58)
• Blessing Adeoye Jr.: “I hate this list so far.” (52:40)
• Blessing Adeoye Jr.: “This is a shit list.” (64:30)
• Greg Miller: “The Dark Knight is number three. Logan is number fucking, God knows what. Into the Spider-Verse already happened. What the hell could they possibly put in one and two?” (61:38)

Timestamp References

For ease of reference, here are the key timestamps mentioned in the summary:

• 16:05
• 19:10
• 48:56
• 49:20
• 49:53
• 53:34
• 50:45
• 51:07
• 63:33
• 51:58
• 52:40
• 59:06
• 55:16
• 57:39
• 56:38
• 59:29
• 60:03
• 60:48
• 61:22
• 62:42
• 64:30
• 61:38

This comprehensive summary encapsulates the hosts' critical examination of Esquire’s "The 25 Best Superhero Movies of All Time" list, highlighting their passionate disagreements and personal preferences within the superhero film landscape.