Beyond the Screen Podcast

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake break down Michael becoming the highest-grossing domestic biopic ever and the shock critical success of Hugh Jackman’s The Sheep Detectives before diving into the snowy first look at The Batman Part II production and its star-studded new cast members, including Sebastian Stan and Charles Dance. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan Emily, and Jake celebrate Star Wars Day and breakdown the escalating legal war between the FCC and Disney over the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s "expectant widow" joke about Melania Trump and the subsequent assassination attempt on the president that has led to calls for Kimmel’s firing and a review of Disney’s broadcast licenses before speculating that Spielberg's guilty pleasure is Casper the Friendly Ghost?All this, and so much more, on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake break down the record-shattering debut of the Michael Jackson biopic, Michael despite heavy critical backlash. The guys discuss the "sugarcoated" script, Paris Jackson's public outrage, and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this massive episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake dive into the whirlwind of CinemaCon 2026, breaking down the future of film from every major distributor followed by Disney's 1,000 person layoff. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Jake, and an absent Emily, tackle the latest industry shakeups, starting with the report that Spider-Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots to add humor, Zaslav's buy out to decrease the longer it takes the government to review the acquisition, and Gen Z and Millennials are the primary patrons of movie theaters keeping cinema and physical media alive despite their perceived short attention spans. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake break down the record-shattering debut of Super Mario Galaxy, which earned $130.9 million domestically to nearly top the original film's opening, Followed by a dive deep into the chaotic "production hell" surrounding Jonathan Majors’ new action film with the Daily Wire, discussing union strikes, window-shattering accidents, and the questionable hiring of a convicted pyrotechnics supervisor. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake, dive into the second week of Season 3, with the main event featuring a deep-dive review of Project Hail Mary with special guest Rosemary Kelly. The trio compares the film to Andy Weir’s novel, discussing what was left on the cutting room floor, the differences and the similarities with a final score that is just as out of this world. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Intro Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake breakdown a massive weekend where Project Hail Mary earned enough to become the biggest opening of 2026 and a much needed win for Amazon MGM. Following that, the pod dives deep into the newest Spider-Man trailer detailing mutated DNA, suspected big bads, and possible X-Men setup. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In the Season Two Finale of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake close out another year behind the mic with a massive Oscar Prediction Special. The crew breaks down the weekend box office, digs into Hoppers, and celebrates the Scream franchise slashing its way into the $1 Billion Club. Then it’s time for the main event: bold Oscar predictions, hot takes, and a few inevitable disagreements. All that and more in this jam-packed finale of Beyond the Screen.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan Emily, and Jake break down a massive weekend where Scream 7 terrified the box office and the war for Warner Brothers Discovery is officially over as Paramount outbids Netflix. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Don't forget to tune in to our livestream on Sunday March 15th on YouTube!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake break down the major headlines from the BAFTAs, Goat outpacing Wuthering Heights, and a deep dive into the official Toy Story 5 trailer. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan Emily, and Jake cover the box office winners and losers amongst Wuthering Heights and GOAT before moving into their main segment talking about the latest upset in film news Seedance 2.0. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake go over this week's super bowl box office before diving head first into a comprehensive, spoiler-filled review of Fallout Season 2. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan Emily, and Jake dive into a bloody box office crown as Sam Raimi’s Send Help narrowly beats out Markiplier’s self-funded indie sensation, Iron Lung. They also tackle the controversy surrounding director Darren Aronofsky and his new AI-driven production company, Primordial Soup, which has sparked "AI slop" outcries across the internet. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake break down a massive shift at the box office as the Chris Pratt thriller Mercy officially dethrones Avatar: Fire and Ash from the top spot. Following the box office the team dives into the official Oscar nominations, analyzing the dominance of Warner Bros. titles Sinners and One Battle After Another, while questioning the shocking snubs for Wicked 2 and the anime community. All this and more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this episode of Beyond the Screen, we break down Avatar: Fire and Ash making history with five straight box office wins, the shocking underperformance of The Bone Temple, and why Disney’s leadership shakeup at Lucasfilm could send Star Wars into hyperdrive… or chaos. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this episode of Beyond the Screen, we break down the massive entertainment headlines shaking up the industry from Paramount launching a lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery over its Netflix deal, to a long-anticipated leadership shift at Star Wars, and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this episode of Beyond the Screen Ryan, Emily, and Jake to discuss the latest box office news, including the performance of "Avatar: Fire and Ash" and "Zootopia 2." Followed up by a comprehensive movie review of "Pluribus." All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In the final episode of 2025, Ryan and Jake break down Avatar: Fire and Ash’s historic run that pushed the franchise past $6 billion and unpack a surprise box office upset where Marty Supreme topped Anaconda, before sharing their most anticipated films and shows of 2026. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan and Jake break down this past weekend’s box office hits before diving into a very merry Christmas segment, spotlighting niche holiday movies you should seriously consider adding to your watchlist. Following the special segment the guys go over the release of The Odysseus trailer and Sony Pictures’ acquisition of a majority stake in the Peanuts IP. All this and so much more on Beyond the Screen.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake cover major industry shakeups with the breaking news of Chris Evans is returning as Steve Rogers, Zootopia 2 reclaiming the top spot in the box office and Disney gives 1 billion to OpenAi in a partnership that could change the way we consume Disney IPs forever, all this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake dive into a shocking box office shake-up as Five Nights at Freddy's 2 knocks Zootopia 2 out of the top spot. The hosts then break down the hype behind FNAF 2 and the anime release Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution with movie reviews and in other major news, Ryan and Jake unpack Paramount’s hostile takeover to steal Warner Brothers Discovery from Netflix.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this emergency episode of Beyond The Screen Ryan and Jake give the latest run down on the acquisition of Warner Bros by Netflix. Finalizing in the early morning hours of 12/5/2025 Netflix won the bid against Paramount and the Ellison family and people are frightened, appalled, and frankly... just not happy.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Jake, and Emily dive into a dominating box office performance, where Zootopia 2 claws its way to the number one spot. With the major stories this week centering on director James Cameron who shares his anxiety about his next film, Avatar: Fire and Ash, making enough money to be profitable and delivered a scorching critique of Netflix. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Jake Holtzclaw, and Emily celebrate the one-year anniversary of the podcast. The team dives into the box office results, where Wicked for Good smashed records, achieving the biggest first day, domestic previews, and opening weekend for a Broadway adaptation. They also discuss Letterboxd's new Video Store, Rian Johnson's planned Star Wars trilogy is officially dying and Ray Fiennes' casting as President Snow. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan and Jake dive into a shocking box office upset where Now You See Me 3 zoomed past fellow debut The Running Man. We discuss the high-stakes negotiation between Disney and Google that resolved a 15-day carrier deal blackout for YouTube TV subscribers. plus a round of "Real or Fake" covering The Legend of Zelda live action, AI voice technology, and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan and Jake dive into Predator Badlands dominating the box office, setting a franchise record. They break down the drama and controversy surrounding the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic and the second major delay for Grand Theft Auto 6. All this, plus the introduction of a new segment, "Real or Fake." All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake break down the surprisingly slow Halloween weekend box office, which saw the lowest total for the holiday in 31 years. Followed by the intensifying carrier dispute between Disney and YouTube TV following Disney's massive acquisition of Fubo TV, and Taylor Sheridan's unexpected return to Paramount to co-write and produce the live-action Call of Duty adaptation with Peter Berg. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan and Jake break down this week's box office hits, including Chainsaw Man's R-rated domination and the spectacular hold of Black Phone 2. They discuss Warner Bros. fielding unsolicited offers for a sale, and the cancellation of two potential Star Wars projects, all this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake, dive into this week's box office hits, George Lucas' new venture into preserving art, Zack Snyder's cryptic Henry Cavill posts alongside this week's hottest trailers. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this special episode of the Beyond The Screen Podcast, Ryan and Jake dive into Tron Ares with their gut reactions, in depth breakdown, and over all opinion of this seemingly box office flop. Is this movie worth seeing? Is Jared Leto AI generated? Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan and Jake dive into a slower-than-expected box office week with Disney’s Tron Aries underperforming, Warner Brothers hitting $4 billion this year with no stop in sight and the wave of YouTubers-turned-directors breaking into Hollywood. All this and more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake breakdown this week's box office with Taylor Swift's newest theatrical release for her newest debut album, SAG-Aftra's condemnation of AI actress Tilly Norwood, and this week's hottest trailers. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan Emily, and Jake breakdown the rise of AI talent in Hollywood, Peacemaker's "Peaceful Hips" dance being removed from Fortnite, Rick Moranis' return to acting in Spaceballs 2, and so much more in this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake dive into the box office numbers, where Ryan's predictions from last week earn him a royal flush! Then we break down the complex political drama surrounding Jimmy Kimmel's suspension by ABC and Disney. Plus, the news on the bidding war for Warner Brothers Discovery, noting the bids from Skydance-Paramount and Netflix. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan and Jake dive into a a record breaking anime box office debut with Demon Slayer box winning in a land slide! In other news, Oracle's Larry Ellison and Paramount's David Ellison are reportedly eyeing Warner Bros as their next acquisition and The Sphere in Las Vegas is making waves with its Wizard of Oz experience! All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily, and Jake break down The Conjuring: Last Rites topping the box office and share next week’s predictions. They cover James Gunn’s Superman: Man of Tomorrow and DCU plans, Activision’s surprising rejection of Steven Spielberg, and Amazon-backed Showrunner’s AI project reviving Orson Welles’ lost Magnificent Ambersons footage. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond the Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used: Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Emily and Jake break down the latest box office results, including Weapons holding strong and the unexpected success of the Jaws re-release. They dive into Disney's D23 announcements, featuring sneak peeks for Toy Story 5, The Mandalorian and Grogu film, and Zootopia 2, discussing the future state of Disney's IPs. The hosts also explore Chris Columbus's strong opinions on the Harry Potter remakes and the shelving of his Cursed Child adaptations. Finally, they give their takes on new trailers like Begonia and Is This Thing On. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan Emily and Jake break down this week's box office craze with KPOP Demon Hunters exploding to 1st place, Disney reveals a shocking pivot in target audiences and invests billions into Fortnite. Paramount still aggressively making deals with large production houses and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan Emily and Jake break down this weeks box office hits, Paramount's questionable yet optimistic business strategy, Alan Tudyk's claim that he was scrubbed from I, Robot for being more popular than Will Smith, and our takes on this week's newest trailers. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

On this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Jake and Emily reflect on their horrible box office prediction with Weapons and Freakier Friday taking first and second over the week end. Ryan Gosling has met his antagonist and it's Dr. Who, we explore what his role could mean for the galaxy far, far away. Followed by Daisy Ridley's upcoming New Jedi Order and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharing

In this week's Beyond The Screen, Ryan, Jake and Emily discuss the surprising box office decline of Marvel's Fantastic Four, explore Tom Holland's new Spider-Man suit for Brand New Day and debate how the MCU might handle its street-level heroes. Plus, Amazon announces Steven Knight as the new writer for Denis Villeneuve's upcoming James Bond reboot and look at upcoming trailers from GOAT, The Conjuring Last Rites, Eternity, and Zootopia 2. All this and more in this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharing Intro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond the Screen, Ryan, Jake and Emily break down Marvel's massive success with Fantastic Four, discuss Paramount's billion-dollar South Park deal and its wild controversy, and share exciting new details on DC Studios' Clayface movie and Five Nights at Freddy's 2 trailer debut. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Emily and Jake break down Superman's impressive box office performance, analyze the staying power of Jurassic World: Rebirth, and predict how Fantastic Four will shake up next weekend. Plus, we dive into Nintendo's live-action Legend of Zelda casting news, Mortal Kombat 2 reveals Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, and more!https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan and Jake dive deep into Superman's spectacular debut and break down DC's massive plans for the future, including new live-action films and an exciting Justice League reboot. Plus, the guys discuss Rian Johnson's Knives Out 3 and Larry David’s surprising sketch comedy with Barack Obama. All this and more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Source: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HbPaAs4QHbtJTTU1vwZMawhSvi9_xHnqJBXy7WSZr9M/edit?usp=sharingIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan, Jake, and Emily break down Jurassic World Rebirth storming the box office as 2025's biggest opener! They discuss Neil Druckmann's surprising exit from HBO's The Last of Us alongside Guest Star Matt, and Jason Blum's candid admission about M3GAN 2.0's flop. Plus, Grant Gustin expresses interest in continuing as The Flash in James Gunn’s DCU. All this and much more on Beyond The Screen!Sources:Jurassic World Rebirth box office report:https://deadline.com/2025/07/box-office-jurassic-world-rebirth-1236450399/Neil Druckmann exits "The Last of Us":https://deadline.com/2025/07/the-last-of-us-co-creator-neil-druckmann-exits-season-3-1236448125/Weekend box office results (Week 27, 2025):https://www.boxofficemojo.com/weekend/2025W27/?ref_=bo_wey_table_4Box office breakdown and industry analysis:https://newsletter.readthedailies.com/p/not-hiding-from-flops?_bhlid=948c64b81d8c5a56583ffe7ba1f34590e91a2ae3&last_resource_guid=Post%3Aceca0625-eff6-46f9-82a1-c03354b752a8&utm_campaign=not-hiding-from-flops&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=newsletter.readthedailies.comJason Blum on the failure of “M3GAN 2.0”:https://bloody-disgusting.com/movie/3886548/we-thought-m3gan-was-like-superman-jason-blum-shares-honest-thoughts-on-m3gan-2-0-failure/Grant Gustin on returning as The Flash in the DCU:https://screenrant.com/the-flash-grant-gustin-james-gunn-dc-universe/Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 hub article:https://screenrant.com/cyberpunk-edgerunners-season-2-latest-news-hub/Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 confirmed:https://www.theverge.com/news/698579/cyberpunk-edgerunners-2-anime-netflix-cd-projekt-redNolan’s “The Odyssey” teaser and poster news:https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/christopher-nolan-odyssey-first-poster-trailer-cinemas/Additional coverage of “The Odyssey” trailer leak:https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/christopher-nolan-the-odyssey-trailer-1236303733/The Running Man:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KD18ddeFuyMThe Cat in the Hat:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz8pLlPhSeYCyberpunk Edgerunners Season 2:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CQO-7OKANsShe Rides Shotgun:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9OkHjOnQPgIntro Video Sound Effects Used:Eumig S931 Super8 Projector.wav by StefanoPTesta — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/447884/Film Projector - Reel Runs Out by Stefan021 — License: CC0 — https://freesound.org/s/411981/Analog - Burning Film by tobbler — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/795375/Roller blind circuit breaker x3(Eq,rvrb,MSEq,lmtr).wav by newlocknew — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/583451/Wood Burning Stove by nebulousflynn — License: CC BY 4.0 — https://freesound.org/s/269062/

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan, Jake, and Emily dive into Brad Pitt's "F1: The Movie" racing to the top of this week's box office! The team also breaks down the underwhelming debuts of M3GAN 2.0 and 28 Years Later. Next, Amazon's exciting choice of Denis Villeneuve to helm the next James Bond era, with promises to honor the beloved source material. Finally, major updates on Tron: Ares and the long awaited The Batman Part 2 has officially been completed!Sources:Victory Lap - Read the Dailies NewsletterYahoo Entertainment – F1 Director Explains EndingBox Office Mojo – Weekend Results (2025W26)NPR – Denis Villeneuve to Direct James BondVariety – Amazon Eyes Tom Holland, Jacob Elordi, More for BondEmpire Online – Lilo & Stitch 2 ConfirmedEmpire – Tron: Ares Overview & VisualsEmpire – Jeff Bridges ReturnsEmpire – Nine Inch Nails Score DetailsHollywood Reporter – Batman 2 Script CompleteDeadline – Aaron Sorkin to Direct SequelRoofman TrailerBugonia TrailerSplitville TrailerProject Hail Mary Trailer

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan and Emily dive deep into the continued success of the live-action remake of "How to Train Your Dragon,". Then the team discusses Netflix' recent deal with French Cable provider TF1 to show their free programming on the streamer. Finally, the duo discusses new James Bond producers David Heyman and David Pascal and their recent meetings with Hollywood heavyweights for new franchise director.Sources:No links provided for this sectionNetflix and TF1 Group join forcesJon Bernthal joins Spider-Man filmChina to AI-remake Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan classicsDirectors in talks for Bond 26Bruce Springsteen on Jeremy Allen White biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me from NowhereThe Toxic AvengerThe Naked GunWeapons – Trailer 2Zaslav pay cut in 2026Tom Rhys Harries cast as ClayfaceGlen Powell to star in firefighter drama

In this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan and Jake dive deep into the massive success of the live-action remake of "How to Train Your Dragon," discussing its record-breaking box office and what makes it the new gold standard for adaptations. Next, the team tackles the exciting announcement of "Spaceballs 2," including Rick Moranis' big return to the screen after decades away. Finally, the boys explore Disney and Universal's groundbreaking lawsuit against AI firm Midjourney, unpacking what this could mean for the future of copyright and AI technology in Hollywood.Sources:Box Office Mojo:🔗 https://www.boxofficemojo.com/weekend/2025W24/?ref_=bo_hm_rwThe Dailies Newsletter:🔗 https://newsletter.readthedailies.com/p/new-pipeline?_bhlid=c54b4f5a66520ccbb4eee64f1a19d30c21f035ea&last_resource_guid=Post%3A8b462dfc-f3ef-4e55-94a4-53f76b8c7d19&utm_campaign=new-pipeline&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=newsletter.readthedailies.comDeadline article:🔗 https://deadline.com/2025/06/spaceballs-2-casts-rick-moranis-bill-pullman-keke-palmer-1236431204/Yahoo article:🔗 https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/spider-man-beyond-spider-verse-155238867.htmlSuperHeroHype:🔗 https://www.superherohype.com/movies/605086-spider-man-beyond-the-spider-verse-rumor-clarified-by-shameik-mooreNPR article:🔗 https://www.npr.org/2025/06/12/nx-s1-5431684/ai-disney-universal-midjourney-copyright-infringement-lawsuitVariety article (Pixar’s Gatto):🔗 https://variety.com/2025/film/global/pixar-pete-docter-toy-story-5-joan-cusak-hoppers-1236430354/Empire article (Incredibles 3):🔗 https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/pixars-incredibles-3-sets-new-director-and-confirms-brad-bird-as-writer/Empire article (Ray Gunn project):🔗 https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/brad-bird-directing-ray-gunn-for-skydance-animation/Superman (Teaser):🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brI3gt9girIEddington:🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL6jZqExlIkThe Pickup:🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIcga73lPFEIn Your Dreams:🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG1p9fhNIksAlien: Earth (Teaser):🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krnqEImV6H0

On this episode of Beyond The Screen, Ryan and Jake unpack the dramatic division at Warner Bros Discovery, exploring the implications of splitting into separate entities and the fallout for cable networks. Next, the crew examines ESPN' ambitious move into standalone streaming, asking whether legacy cable brands can successfully transition online. alongside the potential demise of traditional cable as beloved shows like "Jeopardy!" and "Wheel of Fortune" jump ship to streaming services. All this and so much more on this episode of Beyond The Screen!Sources:🔗 Box Office Mojo - 2025 Week 23🔗 Variety - WBD to Split into Two Companies🔗 Deadline - Warner Bros. Discovery Splitting🔗 Variety - Shareholders Vote Down Pay🔗 Variety AU - Zaslav Exceeds Bonus Targets🔗 Hollywood Reporter - ESPN Streaming🔗 ESPN - Official Announcement🔗 The Wrap - Jeopardy/Wheel Streaming News🔗 Deadline - Chainsaw Rights Battle🔗 Deadline - Phasmophobia at Blumhouse🔗 Deadline - Blumhouse Buys Into Saw🔗 Hollywood Reporter - Lucasfilm Leadership Speculation🔗 Hollywood Reporter - Mia Goth Joins Starfighter🔗 YouTube - Alien: Earth Trailer🔗 YouTube - Wicked For Good Trailer🔗 YouTube - The Lost Bus Trailer🔗 Deadline - CA Film Tax Credit Expansion🔗 Yahoo Finance - Meta Courts Studios🔗 Empire Online - 007: First Light Game Reveal