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Earwolf and Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukas
The award-winning comedy podcast that celebrates bad movies. Comedians and actors Paul Scheer (The League), June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie), and Jason Mantzoukas (Big Mouth) break down the very best of the worst films ever made—we’re talkin’ blockbuster flops, cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we’re honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies. Plus, sometimes they’re even joined by hilarious guests like Seth Rogen, Conan O’Brien, Amy Schumer, Nicole Byer, Nick Kroll, and Charlize Theron. And the best part? They watch these bad movies so you don’t have to!
New episodes every Friday. Classic episodes re-released every Tuesday.
New episodes every Friday. Classic episodes re-released every Tuesday.
Episodes
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Mar 27, 2026 • 1h 9min
The Forbidden Dance
They tease a lightning-fast 10-day script and a rush to beat a rival lambada film. They unpack the lambada’s erotic image, awkward cultural moments, and a princess-entering-a-dance-contest plot to save the rainforest. They poke fun at clumsy choreography, bizarre character choices like a magical shaman, and a corporate feud that spawned two competing movies.
Mar 24, 2026 • 1h 15min
Surf Ninjas LIVE! w/ Nicole Byer, Rob Huebel, & Gil Ozeri (Classic)
Rob Huebel, actor/comedian known for sketch and improv, and Nicole Byer, comedian and actor known for high-energy comedy, join Paul and Gil for a live romp through Surf Ninjas. They riff on the film’s baffling tone, odd casting choices, bizarre ninja logic, Leslie Nielsen’s shocking bits, Sega tie-ins, and a surprise former cast member popping in during audience Q&A.
Mar 20, 2026 • 52min
Last Looks: Law Abiding Citizen
An anonymous crew member spills on script chaos and a missing third act. The hosts recount a crew prank involving a fake exploding recital and talk on-set morale. They read wild corrections from listeners about leaking fake blood and prison procedure. There are backstage anecdotes about Philip Seymour Hoffman and a long list of TV, book, and music recommendations.
Mar 17, 2026 • 1h 30min
Rad LIVE! (Classic)
A live comedy breakdown of a cult 1980s BMX movie, dissecting its wild stunts, awkward lighting, and questionable race logic. They riff on bike dancing, twin villain fashion, and odd casting choices. The crowd supplies hilarious fan defenses and improvised theme-song takes. Expect nostalgic BMX memories, bootleg lore, and spirited onstage Q&A.
Mar 13, 2026 • 1h 26min
Law Abiding Citizen LIVE! w/ Adam Pally
Adam Pally, actor and comedian known for Happy Endings and his HBO special, joins a live breakdown of Law Abiding Citizen. They roast the naked arrest and peephole logic. They puzzle over the tunnel network, timeline jumps, and robot machine gun. Audience insiders weigh in and alternate endings get proposed.
Mar 10, 2026 • 1h 17min
The Avengers LIVE! w/ Tom Scharpling (Classic)
Tom Scharpling, comedian and longtime radio personality, joins a live NYC panel to riff on the baffling 1998 film The Avengers. They poke fun at Sean Connery's weather-control plot and kilted villainy. Ridiculous costume choices, empty London streets, bizarre editing, and a surprise proposal in the audience round out the chaotic, laugh-packed conversation.
Mar 6, 2026 • 51min
Last Looks: Shoot 'Em Up
Corrections and wild trivia about Shoot 'Em Up, from MythBusters bullet tests to baby carrot myths. Deep dives into lactation kink context and pediatric cord blood facts via callers. Nostalgic film talk highlights cinematography credits and a Dan Erickson Three Men and a Baby live read. Plus rapid-fire TV and movie recommendations and backstage touring stories.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 1h 23min
Escape from L.A. LIVE! w/ D’Arcy Carden & Dan Levy (Classic)
D’Arcy Carden, actress and comedian from The Good Place, brings sharp reactions and playful energy. Dan Levy, actor and comedian known for witty takes, adds lively perspective. They riff on Snake Plissken’s immortality, the tsunami-surfing action, the bizarre basketball rescue, plastic surgery shock, CGI misfires, and behind-the-scenes night shoot gripes.
Feb 27, 2026 • 1h 9min
Shoot 'Em Up
They dig into the film's cartoonish, over-the-top action and its Looney Tunes energy. Conversation centers on a bizarre brothel sex-and-shootout sequence and the lactation theme. They also roast Paul Giamatti's unsettling villain turn and Clive Owen's deadpan, carrot-wielding quirks. Politics of the fan vote and marketing missteps get comedic attention too.
Feb 24, 2026 • 45min
88 Minutes w/ Pete Holmes (Classic)
They tear into a real-time thriller built almost entirely from phone calls. The conversation skewers ridiculous false leads, cartoonish character names, and baffling plot mechanics. Al Pacino’s low-key performance and the film’s continuity failures get roasted. Expect jokes about hijinks, awkward edits, and an implausible copycat reveal.
