The Jock and Nerd Podcast

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we discuss the massive box office projections for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which is tracking for a spectacular $230–250 million domestic opening, and debate whether it or Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey will become the biggest movie event of the year. We also break down the latest Avengers:... The post JAN 650: House of the Dragon S3 Eps. 2-4 Review – How Big Will Spider-Man Open? (07/15/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we discuss the latest Hollywood news, including Zach Cregger bringing the viral horror phenomenon Siren Head to the big screen, the behind-the-scenes creative struggles that may have contributed to Supergirl’s disappointing box office performance, and what the future could hold for James Gunn’s DC Studios. We also... The post JAN 649: X-Men ’97 Season 2 Premiere Review – Behind the Supergirl Box Office Bomb (07/08/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we discuss Universal’s surprising decision to skip influencer screenings for The Odyssey and whether early social media reactions have become less trustworthy. We also cover rumors of Zendaya taking the lead in a Bourne reboot, the reported casting of DC Studios’ Batman for The Brave and the... The post JAN 648: Supergirl (2026) Review – The Odyssey to Skip Influencer Screenings (07/01/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the latest Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer, speculate on the movie’s villains, story, and surprises, and react to the newly revealed Spider-Man popcorn bucket. Then we head back to Westeros for a spoiler-filled discussion of the explosive Season 3 premiere of House of the... The post JAN 647: Toy Story 5 (2026) and House Of The Dragon S3 Premiere Reviews (06/24/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the latest The Batman Part II news and react to a fresh batch of trailers, including The Social Reckoning, Heart of the Beast, Whalefall, and X-Men ’97 Season 2. We also discuss the newly revealed Supergirl limited-edition collector’s cup and what it says about... The post JAN 646: Disclosure Day (2026) Review – The Batman 2 News (06/17/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we discuss reports that Spider-Man: Brand New Day could become the longest Spider-Man movie ever made and examine how Tom Holland helped shape the film’s production after working with Christopher Nolan on The Odyssey. We also react to trailers for Onslaught, How to Rob a Bank, and... The post JAN 645: Masters of the Universe (2026) Review – Spider-Man: Brand New Day Runtime Revealed (06/10/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we discuss how a new wave of young horror directors is dominating the modern box office and reshaping the future of genre filmmaking. From indie breakthroughs to franchise hits, we break down why horror continues to be one of Hollywood’s most reliable genres. Then we dive into... The post JAN 644: Spider-Noir Season 1 Review – Young Horror Directors Rule Box Office (06/03/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we celebrate the launch of the show on TikTok before diving into our full review of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026), discussing the return of Din Djarin and Grogu to the big screen and how the film expands the Star Wars universe. Then we shift... The post JAN 643: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) and The Boys S5 Reviews (05/27/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the Academy’s major new Oscar rules changes, including seismic updates to the acting and international film categories and what they could mean for future awards races. We also react to the latest Lanterns teaser from HBO Max, discuss the mysterious new Hope (2026) trailer,... The post JAN 642: Punisher: One Last Kill Review – Oscars Rules Changes (05/20/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we react to the latest trailer for The Odyssey before diving into a full review of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, breaking down the biggest moments, performances, and how the season stacks up within the MCU. Then we head into the arena for our review of Mortal... The post JAN 641: Mortal Kombat II (2026) and Daredevil: Born Again S2 Reviews (05/13/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we react to the first teaser for Resident Evil before diving into a full review of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2, breaking down how the latest chapter expands the MonsterVerse. Then we deliver our review of The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026), discussing whether the long-awaited... The post JAN 640: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026) and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters S2 Reviews (05/06/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we kick things off with a reaction to the first Clayface teaser before diving into a full breakdown of Invincible Season 4, discussing how the latest season stacks up and where the story goes next. Then we deliver our full review of Michael (2026), the highly anticipated... The post JAN 639: Michael (2026) and Invincible S4 Reviews (04/29/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys break down all the biggest announcements from CinemaCon 2026, covering updates from major studios including Sony, Warner Bros., Universal, Disney, Paramount, and more. From upcoming blockbusters to industry shifts, they recap everything you need to know coming out of the convention. They also discuss recent... The post JAN 638: A Bronx Tale (1993) Review – CinemaCon News (04/22/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys break down Fandango’s most anticipated Summer 2026 movies, check in on their Box Office Draft standings, and debate whether Avatar 4 and 5 will actually happen. They also share a wild story about the absolute chaos of seeing a movie at the Alamo Drafthouse in... The post JAN 637: The Devil Wears Prada (2006) Review – Most Anticipated Summer Movies (04/15/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys break down a fresh batch of trailers including Supergirl, Masters of the Universe, and A24’s mysterious Backrooms. They also check in on the latest weekend box office and what it means for the current movie landscape. Then they revisit a classic with their review of... The post JAN 636: Sorcerer (1977) Review – Supergirl and Masters of the Universe Trailers (04/08/26 appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys break down a stacked week of trailers and movie news! They react to the latest looks at Moana, The Furious (2026), The End of Oak Street, and the first teaser for HBO Max’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Plus, updates on The Punisher: One... The post JAN 635: They Will Kill You (2026) Review – Moana and Harry Potter Trailers (04/01/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we celebrate 11 years of podcasting with a packed episode! We react to two of the most anticipated trailers of the year with breakdowns of Dune 3 (2026) and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. We also discuss why Zendaya is set to dominate 2026, take a look at... The post JAN 634: Project Hail Mary (2026) Review – Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Dune 3 Trailers (03/25/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we recap the 98th Academy Awards, breaking down the biggest winners, surprises, and moments from Hollywood’s biggest night. We also cover the latest movie news, including Arnold Schwarzenegger teaming with Christopher McQuarrie for a new Conan the Barbarian film and the unfortunate cancellation of Hulu’s planned Buffy... The post JAN 633: Director Tier List – Oscars Recap (03/18/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, YouTuber Gerald Morris from The Awards Garage Channel returns to break down his final predictions for the 98th Academy Awards. We discuss the biggest storylines of the awards season, analyze the full slate of Best Picture nominees, and make our picks for the major categories including Supporting... The post JAN 632: The Bride! (2026) Review – Oscars Final Predictions (03/11/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the massive $111 billion megamerger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount, what it means for the future of Hollywood, and how it could reshape the movie landscape. We also discuss Paramount tapping Max Landis to write a new G.I. Joe movie, Sony’s plans to... The post JAN 631: Box Office Movie Draft – Paramount Wins Bidding War For WBD (03/04/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we react to the latest The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer along with new previews for Toy Story 5, Normal, and the House of the Dragon Season 3 teaser. We also break down the BAFTA Awards results, discuss a controversial moment during the ceremony, and talk about the... The post JAN 630: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Review – The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer (02/25/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the first trailer for Spider-Noir and discuss Sony’s announcement that Spider-Gwen and Spider-Punk spin-off movies are officially in active development. We also react to the latest controversy surrounding a new AI video generator that’s sparking major backlash across Hollywood. Then we deliver our full... The post JAN 629: Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die (2026) Review – Spider-Noir Trailer (02/18/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we react to Super Bowl 60 and break down all the biggest Big Game trailers and spots, including The Mandalorian and Grogu, Supergirl, Project Hail Mary, Scream 7, Disclosure Day, and more. We also discuss Netflix news, including The Adventures of Cliff Booth, a new War Machine... The post JAN 628: Any Given Sunday (1999) Review – Big Game Trailers (02/11/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we look ahead to the biggest trailers expected during the Super Bowl before reacting to several major reveals, including the first official trailer for Michael (2026), a first look at The Beatles, and the teaser for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2. We also discuss a surprising story... The post JAN 627: Wonder Man Review – Michael and Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Trailers (02/04/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This special bonus episode of The Jock and Nerd Podcast is all about the 2026 Academy Award nominations. The Jock is joined by special guest Gerald Morris from The Awards Garage YouTube channel to break down the full list of nominees, highlight the biggest surprises, and debate the most notable snubs. From Best Picture contenders... The post JAN 626: 2026 Oscar Nominations – Bonus Episode appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we dig into awards season with highlights from the Oscar nominations and a look at this year’s Razzie Awards nominees. We then react to a packed slate of trailers, including the first official teaser for Masters of the Universe, a new Supergirl teaser featuring Lobo, and previews... The post JAN 625: Bugonia (2025) Review – Masters of the Universe Trailer (01/28/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we review The Rip (2026), Netflix’s latest high-profile release, and break down what worked, what didn’t, and where it lands among recent originals. Before the review, The Jock delivers his early 2026 Oscar nomination predictions, covering every major category including Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, Actor, Actress, Director,... The post JAN 624: The Rip (2026) Review – Oscars Nomination Predictions (01/21/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the crew celebrates one of cinema’s most beloved genres by counting down their Top 10 Favorite Martial Arts Movies of all time. From classic kung fu legends to modern action masterpieces, we break down what makes these films timeless, influential, and endlessly rewatchable. Before the list, we... The post JAN 623: Top 10 Favorite Martial Arts Movies (01/14/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, special guest John Bellotti, Jr. returns as we look back on an epic year in movies and TV. We kick things off with a 2025 Year in Review, covering dozens of films and shows before revealing our Top 10 Favorite Movies of 2025, complete with honorable mentions,... The post JAN 622: Stranger Things 5 Finale Review – Top 10 Favorite Movies of 2025 (01/05/26) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

To wrap up 2025, The Jock and Nerd Podcast looks ahead to what could be one of the biggest movie years ever with our breakdown of the Most Anticipated Movies of 2026. From massive tentpole sequels and superhero epics to director-driven prestige films, horror, animation, and auteur projects from Spielberg, Nolan, Villeneuve, Raimi, Eggers, and... The post JAN 621: Marty Supreme (2025) Review – Most Anticipated Movies for 2026 (12/31/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we dive deep into James Cameron’s long-awaited sequel with our full spoiler review of Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025). Before heading to Pandora, we break down the latest Avengers: Doomsday teaser strategy, react to new trailers including Disclosure Day and The Odyssey, and discuss major industry headlines... The post JAN 620: Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) Review – Avengers: Doomsday Teaser (12/24/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the first official teaser for Supergirl, a sneak peek at the upcoming Street Fighter movie, and a landmark partnership between The Walt Disney Company and OpenAI. We also discuss Marvel’s unusual plan to release four different theatrical trailers for Avengers: Doomsday, new trailers playing... The post JAN 619: Stranger Things 5 Vol. 1 Review – Supergirl and Street Fighter Teasers (12/17/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, Netflix officially wins the $82.7 billion bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery, and we break down what this mega-deal means for the industry. We also discuss Scarlett Johansson circling The Batman 2, Marvel re-releasing Avengers: Endgame in 2026, AMC’s new Popcorn Pass, a theatrical Stranger Things finale,... The post JAN 618: KPop Demon Hunters (2025) Review – WBD Picks Netflix Over Paramount (12/10/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we’re discussing the surprising news that Rush Hour 4 may actually be happening — and what that means for the long-dormant buddy-cop franchise. We also break down the latest updates in the Warner Bros. Discovery sale as the company asks for second-round bids. Plus, huge box office... The post JAN 617: Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987) Review – Rush Hour 4 Is Happening? (12/03/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down a massive moment in Hollywood as Paramount, Comcast, and Netflix officially submit bids to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. We dig into what each bid could mean for the industry and for fans. We also cover updates on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles live-action plans,... The post JAN 616: Sisu: Road to Revenge (2025) Review – The Bids Are In For WBD (11/26/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on the Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the huge reveal that Brainiac will be the villain of James Gunn’s SUPERMAN sequel and the surprising creative team behind the new Jimmy Olsen TV spinoff. Plus, new details on HBO’s upcoming V for Vendetta series, the Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 trailer,... The post JAN 615: The Running Man (2025) Review – Superman Sequel Villain Confirmed (11/19/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the gang reacts to the chilling first teaser for Michael (2026), a long-awaited Kill Bill theatrical re-release, the newly announced Gremlins 3 movie, and word of a new Jurassic World sequel in development. Then it’s time for a full spoiler review of Predator: Badlands (2025), the latest... The post JAN 614: Predator: Badlands (2025) Review – Michael Teaser (11/12/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys break down the worst Halloween box office weekend in over 30 years, react to the first teaser for Godzilla Minus Zero, and discuss the latest shake-ups as Warner Brothers Discovery continues moving toward a sale. Plus, big MCU news drops with a shocking Avengers: Doomsday... The post JAN 613: Frankenstein (2025) Review – Halloween Weekend Box Office Bust (11/05/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

Warner Brothers Discovery is officially up for sale — and we’re breaking down what that could mean for DC, Max, and the future of blockbuster franchises! We also look at More Star Wars movies that never happened, casting news like Austin Butler circling Miami Vice, and a crossover event bringing G.I. Joe and Transformers together... The post JAN 612: Gen V Season 2 Review – Warner Brothers Discovery For Sale (10/29/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week, the gang remembers the legendary artist Drew Struzan, whose iconic movie posters defined decades of pop culture. We break down news of Jim Carrey starring in a live-action Jetsons movie, reactions to HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms teaser, and new footage from Predator: Badlands. Then, we summon some supernatural nostalgia with... The post JAN 611: Poltergeist (1982) Review – Remembering Drew Struzan (10/22/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

It’s a jam-packed episode! We break down the brand-new trailer for Wonder Man, react to all the big Marvel TV news from NYCC 2026, and give our spoiler-filled thoughts on the Peacemaker Season 2 finale, “Full Nelson.” Then, we jack into the Grid for our full review of Tron: Ares (2025). Plus, listener feedback in... The post JAN 610: Tron: Ares (2025) Review – Peacemaker Season 2 Finale Reaction (10/15/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week, the crew breaks down the latest geek headlines and reviews! We react to new trailers for The Bride, Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and Predator: Badlands. Then, we dive into Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 7, “Like A Keith In The Night,” before reviewing A24’s The Smashing Machine (2025) starring Dwayne... The post JAN 609: The Smashing Machine (2025) Review – Peacemaker S2 E7 Reaction (10/08/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

The Jock and Nerd Podcast is back with another jam-packed episode! This week, we break down Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 6 “Ignorance Is Chris,” react to the season finale of Alien: Earth Episode 8 “The Real Monsters,” and review the brand-new movie One Battle After Another (2025). Plus, we share the early results from last... The post JAN 608: One Battle After Another (2025) Review – Alien: Earth Finale and Peacemaker S2 E6 Reactions (10/01/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week, the gang dives into the brand-new Mandalorian and Grogu trailer before breaking down Alien: Earth Episode 7 “Emergence” and Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 5 “Back to the Suture.” Then, it’s draft time! We put together our ultimate Superhero Movie Draft, battling it out for the best lineup of comic book flicks. Plus, in... The post JAN 607: Superhero Movie Draft – Alien: Earth E7 and Peacemaker S2 E5 Reactions (09/24/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast: Skydance acquires Paramount in a massive industry shake-up 🎬 Our reactions to Alien: Earth Episode 6 👽 Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 4 breakdown 🦅 Full review of The Long Walk (2025) 🎥 Plus the 77th Emmy Awards recap, and “What are we watching?” including Terminal List, Warfare... The post JAN 606: The Long Walk (2025) Review – Alien: Earth E6 and Peacemaker S2 E4 Reactions (09/17/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

The Jock and Nerd break down the latest news including James Gunn announcing Man of Tomorrow for 2027 and Mortal Kombat II shifting release dates. They share their Top 5 most anticipated movies for the rest of 2025, then review Alien: Earth Episode 5 and Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 3. Plus, in “What are we... The post JAN 605: Top 5 Most Anticipated Movies For The Rest Of 2025 – Alien: Earth and Peacemaker Reviews (09/10/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

The Jock and Nerd dive into a stacked lineup of reviews! They break down Alien: Earth Episode 4 “Observation”, dig into Peacemaker Episode 2 “A Man Is Only As Good As His Bird”, and give their full thoughts on the new baseball thriller Caught Stealing (2025). In the What Are We Watching? segment, they share... The post JAN 604: Caught Stealing (2025) – Alien: Earth and Peacemaker Reviews (09/03/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

The gang reviews the highly anticipated Peacemaker Season 2 premiere! Before diving into James Gunn’s wild DC series, they break down box office trends, Kumail Nanjiani’s massive MCU contract, new casting news for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and James Gunn’s work on the Super-Family screenplay. Later, they chat about why the Coen Brothers need to... The post JAN 603: Peacemaker Season 2 Premiere Review (08/27/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

The Jock and Nerd review two of 2025’s biggest premieres – Alien: Earth, FX’s monster-filled TV event, and the action-packed sequel Nobody 2! Plus, we talk Dunkirk in 70MM at The Music Box Chicago, Highest 2 Lowest at The Alamo, the return of King of the Hill, Netflix’s Final Draft reality series, and the upcoming... The post JAN 602: Nobody 2 (2025) and Alien: Earth Premiere Reviews (08/20/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.

In this episode of The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we dive into breaking movie news — James Gunn is officially set to direct the next Super-Family film for DC Studios after the success of Superman. We cover casting news for the Highlander remake with Dave Bautista, the latest on Road House 2, Tom Cruise’s stalled... The post JAN 601: Weapons (2025) Review – James Gunn to Direct Next ‘Super-Family’ Movie (08/13/25) appeared first on The Jock and Nerd Podcast.