The Reel Rundown
by The Reel Rundown
The Reel Rundown brings together 4 friends–Bruno, Pedro, Scott and Paul–once side by side in an office, now miles apart as we dive into whats new on screen and get on each other's nerves. From blockbuster movies to YouTube documentaries or a throwback we can't stop talking about, you'll get our unfiltered takes, debates and real talk on all things big and small screen.
Episodes
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The Rip Review + A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: New Game of Thrones Series Breakdown
This week on The Reel Rundown, Bruno and Pedro dig into two of the most talked-about titles in film and TV right now: Netflix’s The Rip and HBO’s upcoming Game of Thrones prequel, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. The conversation kicks off with a quick look at how AI tools are reshaping content...
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ER Anxiety: Why The Pitt Season 2 Hits Hard (and A24 Keeps Winning)
In this episode, Bruno Silva and Pedro bounce from awards season fatigue to one of the most anxiety-inducing TV premieres in recent memory. They unpack A24’s renewed partnership with HBO Max and what it says about film distribution today, debate whether the Golden Globes still matter, and reflect...
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Avengers: Doomsday, X-Men Teases, and Why 2026 Might Be a Huge Year for Movies
The Avengers: Doomsday trailers are here — and we’re breaking down what they actually mean. In this episode, we dig into the latest Doomsday teaser drops, the return of legacy characters, X-Men connections, and whether Marvel is setting up a real reset… or just leaning harder into nostalgia. From...
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Best of 2025: Ranking the Year’s Top Movies and TV Shows
Bruno, Paul, and Pedro break down the best movies and TV shows of 2025 — from Pluribus and Andor to 28 Years Later and more. From prestige television to unexpected hits and big-swing films, the trio shares their favorite series and movies of 2025, what stood out, and which titles will actually...
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The Diddy Documentary Is Way Worse Than We Expected
n this episode, Bruno and Pedro dive deep into Sean Combs: The Reckoning, Netflix’s explosive new four-part documentary that’s way darker—and way wilder—than anyone expected. We break down the biggest revelations, the new footage, the patterns that go back decades, and why this doc hits harder…
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Welcome to Derry: Brilliant Lore, Sloppy Writing, and WTF Moments
In this week’s episode of The Reel Rundown, Bruno and Pedro dive deep into Welcome to Derry — a prequel packed with wild lore, questionable character choices, and some truly head-scratching writing decisions. From Pennywise’s evolving mythology to the show’s chaotic pacing, we break down what’s...
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Breaking Down Pluribus (So Far), Thanksgiving Traditions & Revisiting The Running Man
In this episode of The Reel Rundown, Bruno and Paul dive into Thanksgiving traditions, Scott unexpectedly joins the show to talk parade prep and pumpkin pie, and the guys break down The Running Man—from Glen Powell’s rise to Edgar Wright’s creative choices. Finally, they unpack Pluribus so far,...
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Pluribus Broke Our Brains, and Pennywise Is Back for Seconds
In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Paul dive into two of the strangest TV experiences of the year — Apple TV’s Pluribus and It: Welcome to Derry on Max. From AI nightmares to small-town horrors, the crew breaks down what worked, what didn’t, and why both shows might be saying more about us than...
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Halloween Episode: Dunking House of Dynamite + The Best (and Weirdest) of Bring Her Back, Heart Eyes, Cloud, The Damned
In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Paul celebrate Halloween the only way they know how — by talking movies. The crew runs through this year’s crop of horror and thrillers, from the surprisingly solid to the absolutely unwatchable. Plus: House of Dynamite goes out with more of a fizzle than a…
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Task Series Wrap + Why The Lowdown and The Chair Company Belong on Your Watchlist
In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, Paul, and Scott break down the Task finale and full series wrap — digging into how HBO’s latest crime thriller stuck the landing with one of the most satisfying conclusions of the year. The crew debates the show’s emotional payoffs, character arcs, and whether it...
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Netflix’s “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” Review — The Rock’s “Smashing Machine” & HBO’s “Task” Explained
Pedro and Paul dig into Netflix’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story—how it stacks up against past entries, why it’s blowing up, and the ethical line Netflix keeps walking. Paul weighs in on The Smashing Machine and whether Dwayne Johnson finds a real dramatic gear. Then the crew breaks down HBO’s new...
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Fall Preview Draft 2025: Wicked, Tron: Ares & Pluribus Go Head-to-Head
The Reel Rundown crew is officially in fall mode! 🍂 Instead of a straight preview, we’re running our first-ever Fall Preview Draft — each of us building a lineup of 3 upcoming shows or movies we think will dominate Rotten Tomatoes. From Wicked: For Good to The Smashing Machine, Pluribus, and...
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Alien: Earth Finale Breakdown & Honest Series Review
We dive into FX’s Alien: Earth — from Wendy’s powers to Boy Cavalier’s villainy, the surprise new aliens, and whether the finale stuck the landing. Did FX deliver a worthy Alien entry or just another sci-fi misfire? 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (00:34) - First impressions: Alien fandom, Romulus vs...
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Is Chief of War the Best Drama on TV ? K-Pop Demon Hunters is Everywhere!
In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive into Apple TV+’s Chief of War — Jason Momoa’s brutal new epic that might be the best drama of the year. From its Shogun-level scope to its blood-soaked battles, the guys debate whether Momoa has finally found his masterpiece. Plus: early thoughts on...
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Smoke Finale Review - Corruption, & Chaos. Plus Alien: Earth Debate
Smoke’s finale proves everyone’s a villain — plus our first take on Alien: Earth. In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Scott break down Apple TV’s Smoke finale — from shocking deaths and betrayals to why every character might be the real villain. Then, they dive into Hulu’s Alien: Earth, debating...
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$100 Million Gone: Inside Netflix’s Stolen Diamond Robbery
In this episode, Bruno, Scott, Paul, and Pedro break down Netflix’s Stolen: Heist of the Century, the gripping true crime documentary about the $100 million Antwerp diamond robbery. They dive into the unbelievable security breach, debate whether mastermind Leonardo Notarbartolo is telling the...
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Twisted Metal is Back! Season 2 Review + The Naked Gun!
We break down Twisted Metal Season 2’s chaotic return — plus why The Naked Gun might save dumb comedy. 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (00:00) – Intro: Reality TV discussion (07:02) – The Fox streaming app & ESPN/NFL deal: Who is this for and is it worth $20/month? (26:33) – Twisted Metal Season 2: Turbo...
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Happy Gilmore 2 Is a Mess—But It’s Also Kind of Great? Plus Avatar 3 & WTF is Pluribus
Bruno, Scott, Pedro, and Paul are back with a full panel to break down Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2 — from nostalgia overload to Sandler's surprise direction. They also react to the new Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer and debate whether the franchise has lost its magic. Plus: Vince Gilligan’s upcoming...
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Balloon Boy, Poop Cruise & Marvel’s X-Men Reboot
In this episode, Bruno, Pedro, and Scott dive deep into Netflix’s wild docuseries Trainwreck, breaking down the infamous Balloon Boy hoax, the disgusting details of the Poop Cruise, and the bizarre cult energy behind American Apparel and pop stardom. We also unpack the biggest Marvel news of the...
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You’re Sleeping on The Eternaut! Plus: Smoke Heats Up and Superman Takes Off
Bruno, Paul, and Pedro are back to break down Superman’s big-screen return—and why James Gunn’s take might finally have cracked the code. They dive into the film’s best moments, unexpected political subtext, and whether Krypto steals the show. Then, the trio dives into Apple TV+’s Smoke, the…
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Smoke on Apple TV+, F1 Movie Reactions, & Final Destination: Bloodlines
Scott, Paul, and Pedro break down Apple TV+’s new crime thriller “Smoke,” diving into the real-life inspirations, the show’s true-crime podcast roots, and whether the arson mystery hooks viewers from the jump. Plus: Pedro goes to the cinema, F1 success and Final Destination Bloodlines. 🎙 Episode...
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Is 28 Years Later the Best in the Trilogy? Full Breakdown & Review
Bruno, Pedro, and Paul go deep on 28 Years Later—Danny Boyle’s unexpected return to the rage virus apocalypse. They explore how the trilogy evolved from 28 Days Later to this latest installment, compare all three films, and debate where the franchise goes next. Plus: camera tricks, infected...
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Titan Sub Disaster: What Netflix & Discovery’s Documentaries Reveal about OceanGate
Bruno, Paul, and Scott reunite to dive into the shocking story behind the OceanGate Titan sub disaster—with a side-by-side review of the new documentaries on Netflix and Discovery+. From jaw-dropping engineering decisions to the international investigation that gripped the world, the guys break...
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Dept. Q Netflix Series Breakdown: Twists, Cast & Worth the Watch?
Bruno and Paul return from hiatus to review Netflix’s Dept. Q—a gritty new detective series drawing comparisons to Sherlock and Broadchurch. They break down the cast, twisty plotlines, and if this Danish-Scottish noir lives up to the hype. Plus: catch-ups on The Last of Us Season 2, The…
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Summer 2025 Movie Preview: The 10 Films You Need to Watch
Bruno, Scott, and Pedro count down their most anticipated movies of summer 2025—from sequels like Happy Gilmore 2 and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning to indie surprises like Eddington and Materialists. Hot takes, bold predictions, and zero tariffs. 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (02:00) - Our...
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Exploring 'The Last of Us' Episode 2 and Nathan Fielder's 'The Rehearsal
In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive deep into HBO’s The Last of Us, reacting to the shocking twist in episode two and debating its narrative impact. Paul enthusiastically reviews Sinners, praising its unique musical elements and standout performances from Michael B. Jordan. Pedro and…
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The Last of Us S2 vs Black Mirror S7: What Hit, What Missed
In this episode, Bruno, Scott, and Pedro break down two major TV premieres: HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 and Netflix’s Black Mirror Season 7. From Ellie and Joel’s fractured relationship to a dystopian subscription model that puts a price on life, the crew dives deep into what’s working—and…
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Is Apple TV’s ‘The Studio’ Hollywood’s Most Accurate Satire? Plus ‘Dope Thief’ & ‘MobLand’ Reviews
In this episode, Bruno, Scott, and Pedro dive into Apple TV’s latest offerings, breaking down the Hollywood satire “The Studio,” the gritty crime drama “Dope Thief,” and the wrestling docuseries “Dark Side of the Ring.” 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (08:08) - MobLand: Tom Hardy’s intense new crime series...
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Did Severance’s Finale Disappoint? White Lotus Episode 6 Finally Kicks Into High Gear
This week, Bruno, Paul and Scott dive deep into the gripping finale of "Severance," unpacking the season's twists, turns, and emotional payoffs. They also revisit "White Lotus," analyzing character motivations, sharing their favorite theories, and speculating on what's in store as the season…
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Is Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ the Best Drama of 2025?
In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Scott dive deep into Adolescence, Netflix’s hit British drama that’s quickly becoming the streaming platform’s most talked-about series. They also break down John Mulaney’s unconventional live Netflix special, Everybody’s Live, and discuss whether the live format...
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Marvel’s Daredevil Returns: What Works & What Doesn’t
In this episode, Pedro and Paul dive into the highly anticipated return of Daredevil. From the new tone and action sequences to how it fits into the MCU, they break down what’s working, what’s missing, and whether Marvel is back on track. Is this the Daredevil fans have been waiting for? Tune in...
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The Monkey Review — Why Apple TV Disappoints and a Hollow Gabby Petito Doc
This week, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive into American Murder: Gabby Petito, discussing the true crime genre’s explosion and its impact. Scott recaps the SAG awards and the boys break down The Gorge, a movie that defies genre expectations in the weirdest ways. They also rant about Captain American,...
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White Lotus is Better Than Ever & We Celebrate SNL50
In this episode, Bruno and Scott celebrate SNL 50, breaking down the show’s biggest moments, surprise cameos, and why this anniversary special hit all the right notes. Then, they dive into the highly anticipated White Lotus Season 3 premiere—analyzing the new setting, fresh cast dynamics, and…
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Why Companion & Heart Eyes Feel Different
This week Bruno and Paul breakdown Companion and Heart Eyes. We also discuss the movie trailer landscape, Anora and The Pitt. 🎬 Episode Breakdown: (03:29) Super Bowl trailer trends and missing movie spots (12:07) Fantastic Four casting debate and Doctor Doom concerns (20:24) Quick Review: The...
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Conclave Might Be the Best Vatican Drama of All Time
In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Pedro dive into a discussion of recent films, shows, and cinematic legend, David Lynch. From the political intrigue of Conclave to Amy Adams’ surreal turn in Nightbitch, the crew unpacks captivating storytelling and standout performances. Along reviews of…
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The Pitt Review, Den of Thieves 2, and Streaming Drama
In this episode, Bruno, Paul, and Scott bring the laughs in a spontaneous and entertaining discussion. From hilarious holiday anecdotes to diving into the Puppy Bowl trailer and Bluey’s universal appeal, the crew also explores Den of Thieves 2, The Pitt, the future of streaming, and much more. 🎙...
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Dexter’s Return, Nosferatu Review, and Upcoming 2025 Releases
In this episode, Bruno and Paul dive into a spirited discussion about Nosferatu’s eerie aesthetics, the polarizing new Dexter series, and the potential of upcoming movies in 2025. 🎙 Episode Breakdown: (02:00) - Christmas Classics Revisited (04:50) - Deadpool & Wolverine Review (09:15)…
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The Ultimate Christmas Movie Draft 🎄🎬
Join us for our special holiday draft as we battle it out over the best Christmas movies across unique categories! From debating whether Die Hard belongs in action or non-holiday, to uncovering forgotten gems like Trading Places, we're ranking the best festive films in horror, comedy, animation,...
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Is 'The Agency' The Best Show On TV?
A look at Paramount+'s hidden gem "The Agency" starring Michael Fassbender. Plus: our takes on emerging Christmas horror films and breaking down the newly announced Dexter universe expansions. 🎬 Episode Breakdown: - (03:51) Golden Globes nominations discussion - (36:25) Deep dive into "The…
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Dune: Prophecy Review & Tyson Jake Paul Reaction
Catch up with Bruno and Paul as they review Dune: Prophecy from Max and react to the disappointing Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight on Netflix. The guys also look into whats next for Penguin and Batman as well as other DC projects in the works.
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The Manhattan Alien Abduction & Wild Its Florida Man Stories
Get ready for a wild ride as we dive into It’s Florida, Man on Max (21:49)—a review of the most bizarre real-life antics straight out of the Sunshine State. From toe-biting to mermaid cults, it’s Florida at its finest. Then, we’re heading to NYC for The Manhattan Alien Abduction on Netflix…
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The Ultimate Horror Movie Draft
Get ready for The Ultimate Horror Movie Draft, where Bruno, Pedro, Paul, and Scott battle it out to build the best roster of horror movies! In this episode, we draft iconic monster types—from zombies to vampires, werewolves to evil dolls—and pick the greatest films that feature them. Each co-host...
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Why Fans Misunderstand Joker & Salem’s Lot Breakdown
In this episode of The Reel Rundown, Bruno, Pedro, and Paul dive into some of today’s most captivating screen stories. First up, they explore HBO Max’s The Penguin, where Colin Farrell’s gritty portrayal brings fresh depth to Gotham’s criminal landscape. Next, they tackle the Joker sequel…
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Waddling Into Season 2: The Penguin Breakdown
In this episode of The Reel Rundown, the team dives deep into the premiere of The Penguin on HBO Max. Join us as we explore Colin Farrell’s standout performance, the dark and gritty Gotham setting, and the power struggle that follows the events of The Batman (2022). We debate the show’s tone,...
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The Jinx: Truth, Lies, and a Bathroom Recording
This week Pedro and Scott dive deep dive into HBO's The Jinx. Robert Durst returns for a surprise sequel to the series.
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Fallout Series Review, plus Civil War
This week Paul joins the show to discuss Fallout on Amazon Prime (17:19). Bruno also gives a spoiler free review of Civil War (03:50), plus an update on X-Men 97 and Kong x Godzilla
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Quiet On Set Review and Discussion, Plus What's Hot on Streaming
This week Bruno and Scott are joined by Paul. The boy begin the conversation discussing everything from Curb Your Enthusiasm to Three Body Problem (00:56) before moving on to X-Men 97 (25:48). This week's main topics is Max's Quiet On Set docu-series (33:06).
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Spaceman & Poor Things Review, The Oscars
This week the boys recap their Oscars experience (00:29), give a late review of Poor Things streaming on Hulu (24:18) and consider Adam Sandler's sci-fi drama Spaceman (35:06).
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Blackberry Review, Why True Detective Failed, and Tacos Choices
This week the guys discuss whether two tacos are better than three, OpenAI video generator Sora impact on the film industry (10:45), why True Detective succeeded and failed at the same time (24:40), and give a full review on Hulu's Blackberry (42:23)
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Cyberslueths Review, Amazon Lawsuit and Movie Trailers
On the show this week Bruno, Scott and Pedro discuss new trailers for Deadpool & Wolverine, Twisters, Wicked and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (1:43). They also discuss Amazon's recent lawsuit problems (13:25), and review Paramount's Cybersleuths: The Idaho Murders (34:55).
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The Reel Rundown brings together 4 friends–Bruno, Pedro, Scott and Paul–once side by side in an office, now miles apart as we dive into whats new on screen and get on each other's nerves. From blockbuster movies to YouTube documentaries or a throwback we can't stop talking about, you'll get our unfiltered takes, debates and real talk on all things big and small screen.
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