The Regular Guy Movie Show

Harry and the Hendersons (1987) – Bigfoot, Beer, and Unexpected FeelsWhat happens when a suburban family accidentally adopts Bigfoot?This week on The Regular Guy Movie Show, we head into the Pacific Northwest to revisit Harry and the Hendersons—a movie that somehow blends slapstick comedy, creature feature, and heartfelt family drama into one very hairy package.We break down the film’s surprisingly strong emotional core, the evolution of the Henderson family, and why Harry works so well as a character. We also dig into John Lithgow’s full-tilt performance, the legendary creature design, and a few moments that didn’t age quite as gracefully.Along the way, we play a round of Bigfoot or Bullst**, debate some tough Pick Your Poison matchups, and hand out this week’s Boddicker Award.In This Episode Does Harry and the Hendersons still hold up?  Why Harry is more than just “a guy in a suit”  The movie’s strongest emotional moments  What we’d fix with a magic wand  A few scenes that maybe… didn’t age so well Bigfoot or Bullst – Case File Edition** Pick Your Poison: Harry vs. the world This week’s Boddicker Award winnerListen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

On this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we’re diving into one of the most baffling comedies of the 80s… Twins.Somewhere in a top-secret lab, scientists attempted to engineer the perfect human being… and somehow ended up with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito as twins. One got all the good traits. The other got… everything else.We break down Arnold’s surprisingly strong comedic debut, DeVito absolutely stealing the show, and whether the movie around them actually holds up. Along the way, we question the plot, shrug at the romance, and try to figure out what movie the villain thinks he’s in.Does Twins hold up? Or is this one best enjoyed a few beers deep?In This Episode:Arnold Schwarzenegger’s first real swing at comedyDanny DeVito doing Danny DeVito things (and carrying the movie)A plot that… technically existsThe most unnecessary villain in 80s comedy historyMind the Gap: our new height-based game segmentFinal verdict: does it hold up?Beer Talk: What we’re drinking during the episodeJoin the Conversation: What did you think of Twins? Did it hold up for you? And most importantly… who’s your Boddicker winner?Hit us up on social and let us know.About the Show: The Regular Guy Movie Show is where three regular guys revisit the movies that shaped our youth, distorted our expectations of adulthood, and still manage to surprise us… for better or worse.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Pretty Woman (1990) – Fairy Tale, Fantasy, or Just Really Good Chemistry?Episode Description: On this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, Seth, Justin, and Brian head to Beverly Hills to revisit Pretty Woman, the glossy 1990 smash that turned a week-long arrangement into one of the most iconic romantic comedies ever made.Does the Cinderella story still work? Is the charm strong enough to overcome the premise? And just how much of this movie rides on the megawatt charisma of Vivian Ward?We break down the film’s biggest moments, the undeniable chemistry between the leads, and whether that fairy-tale ending still lands today. Along the way we dive into behind-the-scenes trivia, crown a Boddicker winner, and determine which Julia Roberts character is the Juliest Roberts of them all in a very scientific bracket.So grab a drink, climb the fire escape of nostalgia, and join us as we find out if Pretty Woman still holds up.In This Episode• First impressions and nostalgia check • A full plot breakdown of Pretty Woman • Box office success and cultural impact • Julia Roberts’ star-making performance • Character deep dive: Vivian, Edward, and the supporting cast • Behind-the-scenes trivia from the making of the film • “Pick Your Poison” movie matchups • The Julia Roberts Character Bracket – Who is the Juliest Roberts of them all? • Boddicker Award nominations • Final verdict: Does Pretty Woman still hold up?Beer TalkThis week’s beers include:• Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale • Goofy Boots IPA • Vanilla DreamsAs always, we sip, discuss, and occasionally judge each other’s taste in beverages.Join the ConversationWhat did you think of Pretty Woman? Does the movie still work today, or is it pure 90s fairy-tale fantasy?And most importantly… who’s your Boddicker winner?About the ShowThe Regular Guy Movie Show is a podcast where three regular guys revisit the movies that shaped our youth to see if they still hold up today.Because nostalgia is powerful… but sometimes the past needs a second look.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Liar Liar (1997) – Truth, Chaos, and Federal OffensesOn this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we revisit Liar Liar (1997) — the high-concept courtroom comedy that asks one simple question:What happens when a lawyer who lies for a living suddenly loses the ability to lie?Starring Jim Carrey at peak late-90s volume, Liar Liar blends slapstick, sentiment, and escalating chaos into one very eventful 24-hour stretch. For some, it’s a comedy classic. For others… it hits a little differently on rewatch.In this episode, we break down:Whether Fletcher’s real flaw is dishonesty… or selfishnessThe difference between honesty and crueltyThe tonal whiplash of that airport runway finaleThe legal consequences Fletcher absolutely would’ve faced in real lifeAnd whether redemption can (or should) happen in a single afternoonWe also play a brand-new game: Two Truths and a Liar Liar — testing our knowledge of the cast with some deep-cut trivia.Plus:Pick Your Poison: 1997 EditionBoddicker nominationsFinal verdictsAnd one particularly restrained final thoughts scoreJoin the ConversationDid Liar Liar hold up for you? Has your opinion changed since the 90s? And who gets your Boddicker nod?Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

On this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we crack open the blinds, peer suspiciously at the neighbors, and take a staycation straight into suburban paranoia with The 'Burbs.What starts as a quiet week off work quickly devolves into trash-can surveillance, backyard digging, wildly confident assumptions, and one of the most chaotic neighbors in movie history. Along the way, we revisit peak comedic Tom Hanks, Joe Dante’s tongue-in-cheek direction, a score that goes harder than it needs to, and a cast fully committed to escalating bad ideas.We talk plot, performances, absurdity, wardrobe crimes, and why this movie somehow hits harder when you’re a dad living in a subdivision than it ever did as a kid.And yes… we crown a Boddicker nominee.🍺 On the Tap This EpisodeBeer scores are handed outViewing enjoyment is scientifically calibratedConsensus reached: everything is better after a few beers!🧠 Fun & GamesWe play THINK FAST, DRINK LATER, a high-pressure naming game designed to expose who panics first when the clock starts ticking. Things that absolutely should be easy… until they aren’t.🎧 Enjoy the Episode?Follow, subscribe, leave a review, or quietly judge your neighbors from behind the blinds and recommend the show to them telepathically.Want to keep the conversation going? Hit us up on social and let us know:Did The ’Burbs hold up for you?Does it hit harder now than it did when you were younger?And who’s your Boddicker winner?Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

The holidays are over, the calendar has flipped, and the Regular Guys are back with a grab-bag episode that spirals gloriously out of control. This time around, we revisit early episodes of the show, retroactively crown Boddicker Award winners, and then throw those winners into a completely unnecessary Tournament of Champions to determine who reigns supreme.Along the way, we debate, overthink, argue, laugh, and apply wildly inconsistent logic to questions no one asked but everyone secretly cares about. It’s part movie talk, part game show, and part fever dream—powered by beers, bold opinions, and the unshakable confidence that this all makes perfect sense.No deep analysis. No correct answers. Just peak Regular Guy energy.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Gremlins (1984) — Does It Hold Up?On this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we’re decking the halls with chaos, mayhem, and tiny green murder goblins as we revisit Gremlins (1984) — the Christmas movie that broke the MPAA, traumatized a generation, and proved that maybe some pets should come with an instruction manual.What starts as a cute, fuzzy holiday gift quickly turns into a full-blown small-town disaster, complete with barroom brawls, exploding microwaves, and a body count the movie never really bothers to address. Along the way, we ask the important questions: Who’s actually the hero here? Why does the main character barely speak? And how did Lynn Peltzer become the most competent action hero of the 1980s without anyone noticing?What We Talk AboutWhy Gremlins feels less like a complete movie and more like a collection of incredible scenes stitched togetherThe movie’s wild tonal whiplash: cute → gory → goofy → deeply dark → back againHow Gremlins (along with Temple of Doom) directly led to the creation of the PG-13 ratingThe baffling lack of agency and dialogue given to Billy, the supposed main characterHow random side characters — including snowplow drivers — get more personality than BillyThe complete absence of consequences after Kingston Falls is basically destroyedWhether chaos alone is enough to carry a movie… and how much beer helps Other things we talk about:The Gremlins Worst-Case Survival Quiz — real scenarios pulled from The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook, because if gremlins took over your town, you’d better know how to jump into a dumpster correctlyPick Your Poison — would you rather rewatch Gremlins or go head-to-head with some of its most obvious cinematic cousins?Final Verdict:Gremlins is messy, chaotic, inconsistent, and occasionally brilliant. It doesn’t always know what it wants to be, doesn’t bother tying up loose ends, and shrugs off the fact that a lot of people probably died.It's not a great movie...but it gets a whole lot better if you start with a six-pack.Thanks for listening, drinking along with us, and surviving another cinematic disaster. If you enjoyed the episode, make sure to follow, subscribe, and leave a review.And remember: be kind, don’t spill water, and never feed anything after midnight.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Damn the Man, Save the Plot HolesOn this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we dive head-first into Empire Records — a movie with a killer soundtrack, a mountain of nostalgia… and more structural problems than the building code should legally allow.We revisit this 90s cult favorite with 30 years of life experience, far better taste in movies, and absolutely no patience for Lucas’s philosophical nonsense. Along the way, we confront the film’s chaotic tone, its missing 40 minutes, its baffling character decisions, and the bold creative choice to have Joe commit aggravated battery behind closed doors and then go right back to work like nothing happened.And yes… we talk about Rex Manning Day. And yes… it’s as awkward as you remember.🎬 In This Episode We Cover:• The Empire Records Rewatch ExperienceWhy this movie still feels fun, even when absolutely nothing in it makes sense anymore.• Lucas: Agent of Philosophical and Financial DisasterWe try (and fail) to understand this man’s motivations, life choices, worldview, and math skills.• Corey& A.J.: A Love Story Nobody Asked ForMeltdowns, amphetamines, terrible timing, and unclear motivations make this the least romantic romance ever filmed.• Joe & Lucas: The Most Confusing Father-Son Dynamic Ever WrittenWas he a foster kid? Why does Joe hit him? Why does nobody react to this? Why is Joe’s entire retirement plan destroyed by one teenager’s night of craps? We ask all the questions the movie doesn’t.• The Soundtrack: Certified Banger After BangerOne of the only things the movie nails perfectly — and we celebrate it.• Our “Grammarly Butchered Lyrics” GameIconic soundtrack songs rewritten like they were edited by an emotionally dead corporate proofreader. Justin and Brian suffer. You benefit.Damn the Man. Save the Empire. Hydrate between beers.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

On this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, the guys dive headfirst into Orgazmo — Trey Parker’s pre-South Park tale of a Mormon missionary turned porn superhero with a weaponized orgasm gun and a crisis of faith.They unpack the film’s bizarre balance of purity and perversion, Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s early creative DNA, and whether the Orgazmorator should count as a legitimate superpower. Expect discussions about moral compromise, religious satire, Hamster Style martial arts, and the power of friendship (and batteries).In This Episode:The line between faith, fame, and very questionable career movesThe genius and depravity of Trey Parker’s comedy stylePlot holes you could fly a Cock Rocket through“Stunt Cock” ethics and other philosophical quandariesMagic Wand fixes that might’ve made this movie a cult legendThe Porno Name Game gets way out of handBeer ratings, Boddicker nominations, and one very sticky debate over whether Orgazmo actually holds upDoes Orgazmo still deliver its climax, or is it just 90 minutes of premature ambition?Tune in, grab a beer, and prepare your moral compass — because this episode goes places no missionary should ever go.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

The Blair Witch Project (1999)Episode Summary: Three college filmmakers head into the woods to chase a local legend — and instead deliver the most profitable headache in horror history. This week, the guys hunker down by the campfire (literally — they recorded this episode while camping) to revisit The Blair Witch Project, the movie that turned shaky hands and bad decisions into box office gold.They dig into the backstory, the lore, and the DIY horror experiment that left audiences nauseated, terrified, and wildly divided.🧭 Key Conversation PointsRemembering the hype and confusion when Blair Witch first hit theaters in 1999.How the fake documentary marketing fooled half of America into thinking it was real.The film’s microscopic $60,000 budget and record-breaking $248 million box office haul.Critics vs. audience reaction — 86% on Rotten Tomatoes but a 57% audience score.How the actors filmed everything themselves — with no script, minimal food, and eight days in the woods.The filmmakers’ borderline “torture” methods to get real fear and exhaustion on camera.The missing backstory — centuries of lore reduced to a few vague lines about Elly Kedward, Rustin Parr, and Coffin Rock.The shaky-cam effect: terrifying realism or just nausea on film?Brian’s plea for a steadier camera (and fewer vomit stories).The Found Footage or Fake News? game — and who totally blew their chance at the compass prize.Boddicker Award: unanimous love for Heather Donahue and her flashlight monologue of doom.🍺 Other Things We Talked AboutThe crew’s real-life campsite setup and live campfire ambiance during recording.Beer lineup: Ellie’s Brown Ale (Avery Brewing) — chosen for the witch’s name — and Spooky Scary Stout from Old Bakery Brewing in Alton, IL.The sequel that nobody asked for (and everyone forgot).Mad Max fashion logic: why every apocalypse apparently includes shoulder pads from Dick’s Sporting Goods.The “Pick Your Poison” showdown comparing Blair Witch to The Sixth Sense, The Matrix, and Fight Club.And Brian's tragic confession that he may have never actually seen Fight Club — which might be the real horror story here.Listen now to hear three regular guys roast the forest, question their compass skills, and prove that sometimes the scariest thing of all… is the footage you found yourself.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Halloween (1978) – The Boogeyman, the Babysitter, and the Beer Buzz That Wouldn’t DieShow Notes:The guys head to Haddonfield to tackle Halloween (1978) — the indie horror classic that built an empire on fake leaves, bad driving, and one of cinema’s most famously unhelpful psychiatrists.Justin revisits the slasher that shaped his childhood sleepovers. Seth leads the charge on how a six-year-old murderer managed to pass driver’s ed while institutionalized. And Brian, watching it for the first time, questions everything from Laurie Strode’s spine health to the total absence of trick-or-treaters.They break down the film’s biggest head-scratchers:Is Michael Myers supernatural or just a psychotic gym rat with incredible upper-body strength?Why does every neighbor in Haddonfield suck at helping screaming girls?And seriously, why is everyone getting laid on Halloween night?The crew salutes Carpenter’s hauntingly simple score, Dean Cundey’s iconic lighting, and the fact that a $325,000 budget somehow made $70 million without showing a single drop of blood. But they don’t hold back on the clunky dialogue, the “paid-in-boobs” acting, or the totally random tombstone interior decorating choices.By the end, beer reviews get as brutal as the murders: pumpkin chai disaster, IPA tongue punch, Oktoberfest mediocrity — “the best of the worst.” Final verdict? The movie doesn’t quite hold up, but it’s still a must-watch every Halloween… preferably after six beers.💀 Other Random Shit We Somehow Talked AboutThe hierarchy of “tastiest dog breeds” (yep, that happened)Fashion Victims: ranking the most stylish horror villainsA one-word-at-a-time sequel pitch involving Laurie, Loomis, and picklesThe theory that Loomis is Michael MyersThe moral debate: “Did we fail if we still have a buzz?”The haunting truth that every host owned khaki shortsBeer Score: 🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺 (Six Beers – the same number of bullets Loomis fired and still missed the point)Listen now, lock your doors, hide your knives, and as always… be kind. Rewind.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Poltergeist (1982)On this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we’re diving into the suburban nightmare that made us all afraid of static on the TV: Poltergeist (1982).We’ll take you on a guided tour of Cuesta Verde—the perfect American Dream subdivision with great neighbors, nice lawns, and oh yeah… a field of corpses under every yard. Along the way, we break down the movie’s worldbuilding, its most memorable scenes, and why the last 18 minutes of this film make absolutely no sense.Highlights include:Beer talk: what we’re drinking while watching ghosts rearrange the furniture.The Poltergeist curse and behind-the-scenes trivia (yes, those skeletons were real).Our Killer Clown Bracket Tournament—pitting the Poltergeist clown doll against Pennywise, Sweet Tooth, Ronald McDonald, and more in a battle for clown supremacy.Plot holes, questionable parenting choices, and why Diane probably should not have been napping in a haunted house.The Boddicker Award: who wins it—Tangina, Diane, Carol Anne, or the damn clown doll?Final thoughts and our patented “beer rating” system. Poltergeist is a horror classic with as many laughs as scares, and we’re breaking it all down to see if it still holds up—or if it’s just another haunted relic of the 80s.So grab a cold one, check under your bed for clown dolls, and join us for another round of movie nostalgia, bad jokes, and questionable takes.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

The Last Starfighter (1984)What if beating a high score at the arcade meant you were Earth’s only hope? This week on The Regular Guy Movie Show, we’re blasting off with 1984’s The Last Starfighter — the cult sci-fi classic that swapped Star Wars’ model ships for pioneering CGI, and gave us wish fulfillment for every kid who ever dropped quarters into an arcade cabinet.We dig into:The wild leap of faith this movie took with computer-generated battles — groundbreaking in ’84, clunky now, but undeniably influential.Why Centauri (Robert Preston) and Grig (Dan O’Herlihy) are the real MVPs of this movie.Xur’s over-the-top villainy and the Ko-Dan Armada’s poop emoji aesthetics.Space combat done right vs. done wrong — and why Starfighter was ahead of its time in zero-G dogfights.The Boddicker Award showdown: Centauri’s fast-talking space con man vs. Grig’s lizard mentor dad-energy.Why Centauri’s car looks like a DeLorean that flunked out of space college.A sidekick showdown where Grig goes head-to-head with Chewbacca, Goose, and Donkey from Shrek.And because we can’t stay on target for long, we’ll also talk about:Our favorite arcade games from the 80'sThe versatility of Days of Our Lives for hitting on college girls back in the dayAnd the embalming secrets of the ancient Egyptians (because apparently that’s where our brains went).So grab your quarters, load up Death Blossom, and join us as we relive the movie that asked: what if your video game skills were the only thing standing between Earth and annihilation?Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

 From Pancakes to Power Tools: Revisiting Uncle Buck In this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, Seth, Justin, and Brian dive into John Hughes’ 1989 comedy classic Uncle Buck. We talk about John Candy at peak charm, the mail-slot interrogation that basically launched Macaulay Culkin into Home Alone, and whether Buck’s “unique” parenting style would fly in 2025 (spoiler: probably not).Highlights include:Giant pancakes, bowling alleys, and a clown who never saw the punch comingWhy Buck’s greatest hits also double as felonies (assault, kidnapping, borderline attempted murder)Tia’s teen angst, Bug’s sleazeball energy, and how John Hughes made Chicago suburbia feel like its own characterBuck’s toolkit of justice: a trusty cordless drill, a conveniently placed hatchet, and wart gnawing ratsComparing Uncle Buck to Mr. Mom: what happens when caretakers are hilariously unqualifiedUncle Buck: The Villain Cut — because reframed, Buck is definitely the bad guyFinal beer scores and nostalgia check: does Uncle Buck still hold up?Grab a drink, flip a giant flapjack, and join us as we revisit the film that made us laugh, cringe, and maybe rethink who we’d trust to watch our kids.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Episode Title: Parenthood (1989) – Cowboy Chaos, Flashcards, and Unexpected VibratorsShow Notes:This week on The Regular Guy Movie Show, we’re heading back to 1989 to revisit Parenthood—Ron Howard’s heartfelt, chaotic, and surprisingly profound family comedy.We talk cowboy-themed birthday meltdowns, emotionally fragile dads, Rick Moranis going full helicopter parent, and Keanu Reeves accidentally delivering the most insightful line in the entire movie. From childhood laughs to adult realizations (and a few dark truths about nightstands), we explore how this ensemble-driven film holds up 35 years later.Along the way, we hand out the Boddicker Award, give it a beer score, and try not to spiral into our own parenting crises.In this episode:Steve Martin: funny or just... a lot?Why this movie pretends to be St. Louis (but totally isn’t)Our favorite Buckman family meltdownsWhich moments still work—and which ones haven’t aged so gracefullyAnd of course… electric ear cleanersDoes Parenthood still hold up, or should it have been slipped into a Back to the Future VHS case and hidden in the closet? Let’s find out.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Grab Bag & Beer Ratings Bonanza! This week, the guys go off-script with a special Grab Bag episode! No assigned movie, no homework—just three old friends reminiscing, drinking beer, and talking movies (and misadventures) from their youth. In this episode:Why this episode exists (spoiler: summer chaos and beer)Behind-the-scenes stories from their early filmmaking days—yes, including pouring brown gravy into mugs at a barThe launch of the official Regular Guy Movie Show Beer Rating System™: how many beers does it take to reach peak enjoyment?A full recap of the first nine movies reviewed on the show—with updated beer ratings and lots of friendly disagreementDebates about which beloved childhood movies they’re most nervous to revisitImportant philosophical questions like:Who deserves to be smacked with a 2x4?Which character would be the best drinking buddy?What’s the greatest character we’ve seen so far?Plus: the birth of the Boddicker Award, honoring the most memorable character from each movie reviewed.📊 Beer Rating Leaderboard:RoboCop – 1.66 beersRomancing the Stone – 3.33 beersFire in the Sky – 3.66 beersFast Times at Ridgemont High – 4.33 beersFlash Gordon – 4.66 beersRad – 6 beersMr. Mom – 6 beersUHF – 6.33 beersDirty Dancing – 10.66 beers (ouch)🎧 Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

The Regular Guy Movie Show – Episode: Fire in the Sky (1993)This episode, we’re diving into Fire in the Sky (1993), the alien abduction movie that scarred an entire generation of 90s kids and taught us one crucial lesson: if you see a glowing UFO in the woods, maybe just stay in the damn truck. Based on the allegedly true story of Travis Walton, this film delivers one of the most nightmare-inducing spaceship scenes ever put on screen—and proves once and for all that curiosity doesn’t just kill cats. It abducts loggers, too. In This Episode:Our first memories of watching Fire in the Sky and how it traumatized us as kidsWhy the abduction scene remains so deeply unsettling, even decades laterRobert Patrick’s emotional performance and DB Sweeney’s underrated actingThe film’s incredible sound design and moody cinematographyHollywood vs. reality: how the movie dramatized Walton’s accountTangents about potlucks, lie detectors, and random dudes lurking in the forestWhether the lack of evidence is actually proof of alien hyper-vigilance (cue debate)Final thoughts on whether this movie still holds up (spoiler: it does)Links Mentioned in This EpisodeGreen Means Go – A short film we made featuring alien abduction: https://youtu.be/VbANm472Rx8?feature=sharedReversal – Another film we made featuring existential horror and non-conventional timelines: https://youtu.be/sXv_8dbZzBA?feature=sharedJoin the ConversationHave you seen Fire in the Sky? Did the abduction scene haunt you for years? Do you think Travis Walton was telling the truth, or is this just the world’s most effective anti-camping PSA?Let us know! Leave a comment, send us a message, or connect with us at regularguymovieshow.com.If You Enjoy the ShowSubscribe and leave us a review – it really helps us reach new listeners.Suggest a movie for us to cover in a future episode! Visit our website and click the “suggest a movie” link.Thanks for listening, and remember—if you see a strange glowing light in the woods, maybe...just maybe…stay in the car.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

UHF (1989) – Spatulas, Flying Poodles, and Channel 62 MayhemEpisode Description:In this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we dive into UHF, the 1989 fever dream of a film from “Weird Al” Yankovic. It has everything—Rambo spoofs, Wheel of Fish, spatula superstores, and a janitor with mop-based emotional damage.We revisit the movie’s slapstick chaos, its bizarre sketch comedy structure, and ask the tough questions:• Does UHF actually have a plot?• Who is the real villain—RJ Fletcher or the guy who fired Bob for George’s screw-up?• Can poodles really be taught to fly?• And what does it actually mean to "find the marble in the oatmeal?"Justin tries to make sense of it all, Brian has an existential crisis, and Seth defends UHF like it’s a sacred VHS tape that has already been partially eaten by the VCR.Plus: • Weird Al's cultural influence • Who gives a mop to an 8-year-old?! • The legacy of Gandhi II, Conan the Librarian, and other Channel 62 “hits” • Final verdicts on whether the movie holds up or just holds us hostage.Spoiler alert: Nothing says “I love you” like the gift of a spatula.Listen now and decide for yourself—does UHF belong in the cult classic hall of fame, or should it be tossed like a Twinkie Wiener Sandwich?Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Episode Title: Mr. Mom (1983) – Flannel, Failure, and the War on Gender RolesEpisode Summary: In this episode, we dig into Mr. Mom, the 1983 domestic comedy where Michael Keaton trades factory life for fatherhood—and instantly forgets how to function. We explore how a movie that wants to be progressive ends up reinforcing every tired sitcom trope, from flailing fathers to career moms who succeed only when their boss is leering at them.In this episode:Why Jack Butler’s collapse under the weight of grocery shopping and laundry still hits a nerve (but mostly for the wrong reasons)The baffling speed of Caroline’s career rise and the uncomfortable reality behind itA deep dive into the film’s product placement madness—Pine-Sol, Hormel Chili, Budweiser, and Hi-C all get starring rolesThe absurdity of a Detroit ad agency working on a tuna accountChainsaws indoors, toddlers eating chili, and other moments that push the limits of suspension of disbeliefHow director Stan Dragoti’s advertising background shaped the film’s tone—and maybe compromised its soulChristopher Lloyd’s caffeinated cameo as the corporate drone we hope we never becomeThe film’s mixed messages on masculinity, work, and domestic life in the early '80sListener Warning: There is discussion of beard-based identity, vacuum-based trauma, and flannel as a visual metaphor for male depression.Final Verdict: Maybe funny in 1983. But today? It’s a masterclass in well-meaning misfires—an occasionally charming, often baffling movie that sells gender politics with a side of chili and a wink to Pine-Sol.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Dirty Dancing (1987) – A Father's Worst NightmareEpisode Summary:In this episode, the Regular Guys hang up their flannels and dust off their dancing shoes as they revisit Dirty Dancing, the 1987 romantic drama that launched a thousand lift attempts and made Patrick Swayze a household name. But this isn’t your sister’s rewatch.Is Johnny Castle a misunderstood dreamboat or a shirtless con artist with a talent for hip thrusts? Is Baby a brave idealist or a naive rich girl who can’t follow posted signage? And why does everyone ignore the fact that Penny is the most interesting person in this movie?From fishnet fashion and sweaty rehearsals to over-the-top montages and awkward breakfast scenes, we dig into:Whether Baby actually earned her arcWhy Dr. Houseman is the only sane character at Kellerman’sThe soundtrack that became the movie’s true starAnd how this film manages to be both overrated and underrated at the same timeHighlights:The chaotic production history of the film and its unexpected blockbuster successCultural context: 1963 Catskills, class divides, and the Jewish resort sceneA spicy debate over Johnny’s red flags and Baby’s “growth”The lift, the lines, and the legacy: does Dirty Dancing still hold up?How a single watermelon changed the course of the summerA deep dive into epidemiology in the CatskillsNavigating romantic crisis with only slightly problematic adviceWhat a book in your back pocket reveals about your soulGet Involved:What did you think of Dirty Dancing? Were we too harsh or did we finally say what you’ve always been thinking? Drop your thoughts and hot takes in the comments.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

BMX Dreams, 80s Cheese & More Montages Than Plot🎧 Episode Summary:Hold on to your neon windbreakers and crank up the John Farnham, because we’re going balls out in this nostalgia-fueled episode covering 1986’s Rad. Seth, Justin, and Brian dive handlebars-first into the BMX cult classic that’s equal parts Rocky, Mountain Dew commercial, and glorified stunt reel. With nearly 40% of the film comprised of montage sequences, questionable fashion choices, and a backflip that somehow counts as a winning race strategy, the guys ask: Does this childhood favorite still hold up?From Lori Loughlin’s “come hither” looks to Ray Walston’s unexpected second appearance on the podcast (Mr. Hand is back, baby), no detail is spared—including a spirited debate over whether Cru Jones is an inspirational underdog or a shameless course-cutting cheater. 💬 Topics Covered:The VHS-fueled rise of Rad after its box office flopBMX culture and its role in shaping the movie’s legacyLori Loughlin’s stunt double… and his wigSergeant Smith: unsung hero or terrifying mustachioed authority figure?The sheer volume of visible nipples (yes, really)Plot holes so big you run a bike race through the middle of themThe power of nostalgia vs. the reality of rewatchingDrinking game ideas (Warning: do not try to drink during every montage)📊 By the Numbers:Montage Runtime: 34 minutes and 1 secondTotal Runtime: 88 minutes% Montage: 38.85%Visible Nipple Count: We lost track. It’s a lot.🧠 Final Verdicts:Justin: Nostalgic perfection. Still holds up—for him.Brian: It’s the underdog trope he loves… in a movie he never wants to see again.Seth: Rad is ridiculous and unforgettable—but not for the reasons it intended.🛠 Suggested If You Like:The X-GamesMovies with more music than dialogueWatching your childhood favorites get lovingly roastedListen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Before there was Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, there was Joan Wilder sliding down a Colombian mudslide in heels. In this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, the guys travel back to 1984 to revisit Robert Zemeckis’s adventure rom-com Romancing the Stone. We talk genre-blending, iconic character arcs, and why Jack T. Colton is cooler than he had any right to be. Brian brings the trivia, Justin dives into character breakdowns, and Seth tries to not quote every single Danny DeVito line.Topics Covered:Genre fusion: rom-com meets action-adventureHow Joan Wilder’s arc anchors the whole filmRalph and the underrated brilliance of Danny DeVitoBehind-the-scenes drama (and Zemeckis nearly getting fired!)Soundtrack, special effects, and why this movie still charmsFinal Verdict: Does it hold up? Tune in for our hot takes, nostalgia trips, and whether this one still deserves a spot on your Saturday afternoon lineup.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

In this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, we take on Paul Verhoeven’s RoboCop (1987)—a film loaded with ultraviolence, corporate satire, and surprisingly heartfelt moments.We dig into:Whether the over-the-top violence helps or hurts the film’s impactThe satirical edge that makes RoboCop smarter than your average action flickWhat still holds up in terms of effects, performances, and storytellingAnd which characters (spoiler: Clarence Boddicker) steal the showFrom the opening media break to that final line, we talk about what makes RoboCop such a unique ’80s film—and why it still packs a punch today.Plus, Seth nerds out on sound design, Brian shares some surprising trivia, and Justin ponders the social dynamics of the club scene in Old Detroit.So… does RoboCop hold up? Listen now and decide for yourself.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

It's time to throw on our checkered Vans, crank up the 80s soundtrack, and dive into Fast Times at Ridgemont High. This 1982 classic is one of the most quotable high school movies of all time, launching multiple careers and setting the tone for coming-of-age films for decades. But does it still hold up, or is it just a relic of its time?Join Seth, Justin, and Brian as they break it all down on this episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show.In This EpisodeFirst Impressions and NostalgiaHow old were we when we first watched Fast Times?What was our first impression back then versus watching it today?How did Fast Times become a cult classic despite its R rating?The Story and Cultural ImpactHow Fast Times captured high school life in the early 80s.The film's origins: Cameron Crowe went undercover in a high school to write the book.Amy Heckerling’s directorial debut. Box office performance – was this a hit or a sleeper success?The Characters – Who Still Holds Up?Jeff Spicoli (Sean Penn) – The ultimate stoner-surfer archetype.Stacy Hamilton (Jennifer Jason Leigh) – First loves, heartbreaks, and questionable choices.Mark Ratner (Brian Backer) – The awkward nice guy who tries too hard.Mike Damone (Robert Romanus) – The fast-talking hustler who turns out to be full of it.Linda Barrett (Phoebe Cates) – Was she actually experienced or just another high school phony?Brad Hamilton (Judge Reinhold) – A high school king on a downward spiral.Mr. Hand (Ray Walston) – A strict teacher with no patience for Spicoli's nonsense.Key Scenes and DiscussionsThe opening mall montage – A perfect time capsule of 80s culture.Brad’s series of workplace disasters – From All-American Burger to Captain Hook Fish & Chips.The pool scene – One of the most famous (and debated) moments in teen movie history.Stacy and Mike’s awkward hookup – What does it say about teenage expectations versus reality?The abortion subplot – Did Fast Times handle it well, or was it too matter-of-fact?Spicoli vs. Mr. Hand – The battle between the laid-back stoner and the no-nonsense teacher.The final act – Does Brad’s convenience store hero moment redeem his rough year?Soundtrack BreakdownHow Fast Times created one of the most iconic 80s movie soundtracks.Featuring The Go-Go’s, Jackson Browne, The Cars, Oingo Boingo, Led Zeppelin (sort of), and more.Does the soundtrack elevate the movie, or is it better than the film itself?Final Verdict: Does Fast Times at Ridgemont High Still Hold Up?Does it still work as a relatable high school movie, or is it too much of an 80s relic?Would we recommend it to a younger audience today?Is nostalgia the only thing keeping it alive?Follow and Subscribe Have a movie you want us to cover? Drop us a comment!Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok

Laser whips, football fights, sexy alien princesses, and a soundtrack from Queen—Flash Gordon has a little bit of everything. But does this 1980 cult classic still hold up, or is it just a glorified fever dream from our childhoods?In this first-ever episode of The Regular Guy Movie Show, Seth, Justin, and Brian revisit the campy, over-the-top world of Flash Gordon to see if it still delivers the same thrills, laughs, and sci-fi spectacle we remember.In This Episode:The Acting – Was Sam J. Jones a fitting hero, or was Flash Gordon’s charisma lost in translation (and dubbing)?Ming the Merciless – Is Max von Sydow’s performance an iconic villain portrayal, or does it come across as unintentionally hilarious?The Queen Soundtrack – Did the legendary band’s music elevate the film beyond its limitations?Camp & Special Effects – Did the self-aware cheesiness work, or was this just a failed attempt at a Star Wars competitor?Behind-the-Scenes Trivia – From botched sequels to behind-the-scenes drama, we dig into the movie’s troubled production.Why Was Quicksand EVERYWHERE in ‘80s Movies? – A deep dive into one of cinema’s most baffling tropes.Does It Hold Up? – The final verdict from three very different perspectives: pure nostalgia, first-time viewing, and critical sci-fi analysis.Listen to The Regular Guy Movie Show wherever you get your podcasts, and visit regularguymovieshow.com to suggest the next questionable classic we take on. While there, check out our blog or listen to previous show episodes.You can also follow us on the socials!Facebook Instagram XTikTok