REVIEW: Andor Makes Rogue One (and Star Wars) Better
Andor's second season brought together everything to make the rest of the Star Wars universe better. I break down why this prequel series did what all prequels should do.
May 24, 2025•24 min
Dan Murrell Podcast
Movie reviews and box office analysis. Subscribe to 'Dan Murrell Podcast' on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music, or Audible, with more podcast platforms coming soon.
Episodes
REVIEW: Lilo & Stitch (2025) and Friendship
Two very different movies hit wide release this weekend and I have my thoughts on both!
May 23, 2025•12 min
REVIEW: Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning
Tom Cruise returns for one (last?) mission as Ethan Hunt but can the rest of the movie live up to to its larger-than-life stunts? Your new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DAN20 #chubbiespod
May 22, 2025•11 min
CHARTS: Final Destination Bloodlines Sets Franchise Records!
Final Destination Bloodlines opened to a franchise high. I look at just how easily Death set new records, plus a look at Memorial Day weekend, streaming charts and more! Your new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DAN20 #chubbiespod
May 20, 2025•41 min
REVIEW: Final Destination: Bloodlines
Death is back for another crop of victims in the sixth film of the Final Destination franchise. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod
May 16, 2025•10 min
NEWS: The Long, Crazy History of HBO Max
Max, formerly HBO Max, is rebranding once again and its new name is...HBO Max?! I recap the long history of why one of the biggest streaming services in the world is changing its name back to what it was after just two years. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod
May 15, 2025•13 min
CHARTS: Thunderbolts* Has Okay Week 2, Juliet & Romeo Bombs Historically
Thunderbolts* continued its acceptable box office run, Sinners continued to hold, and Juliet & Romeo had one of the worst debuts ever for a film in wide release. I break it all down, plus streaming charts and more! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod
May 12, 2025•38 min
REVIEW: Andor's Ghorman Massacre is Star Wars at Its Best
Andor's middle six episodes provided some of the best storytelling in the history of the Star Wars franchise. I break it all down, leading up to the final episodes of the series. Your new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DAN20 #chubbiespod
May 11, 2025•21 min
CHARTS: Thunderbolts* Opens Fine, Sinners Continues to Hold
Sinners dropped less than 5% in its second weekend - I break down how rare that it is and how it stacks up to other movies. Plus, my predictions for the summer box office top ten and more! Your new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DAN20 #chubbiespod Get started at https://factormeals.com/murrell50off and use code murrell50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first order!
May 06, 2025•38 min
NEWS: A 100% Tariff on Foreign-Made Movies: What Does It Mean?
Tariffs have made their way to Hollywood with all movies made outside the United States involved. I break down what this could mean for the industry and which films might be affected. Get started at https://factormeals.com/murrell50off and use code murrell50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first order!
May 05, 2025•22 min
REVIEW: Thunderbolts*
The MCU kicks off the summer movie season with a movie teaming up some of Marvel's biggest misfits. Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/dan! #squarepod
May 02, 2025•11 min
CHARTS: Sinners Just Had a Historically Good Week 2
Sinners dropped less than 5% in its second weekend - I break down how rare that it is and how it stacks up to other movies. Plus, my predictions for the summer box office top ten and more! Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/dan! #squarepod
Apr 29, 2025•52 min
LIVE: Five Year Anniversary Live Show!
I'm celebrating five years as a creator on YouTube - let's hang out, answer some questions, and catch up with old friends.
Apr 28, 2025•3 hr 13 min
REVIEW: Havoc (Netflix)
Raid director Gareth Evans returns with a new Netflix action film starring Tom Hardy.
Apr 26, 2025•9 min
REVIEW: Andor, Season 2 - Episodes 1 - 3
Andor is back on Disney+ and I have my thoughts and a full breakdown of the first three episodes! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://mandopodcast.com/DAN! #mandopod Find all your favorite Mando products at https://shopmando.com
Apr 23, 2025•17 min
CHARTS: Why Studios Fear Sinners' $48 Million Opening
Sinners opened to a strong $48 million, but some media reports still downplayed it. I break down the reason why some in Hollywood don't want Ryan Coogler's latest to succeed. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://mandopodcast.com/DAN! #mandopod Find all your favorite Mando products at https://shopmando.com
Apr 22, 2025•45 min
SPOILER REVIEW: Sinners
Sinners is a box office and audience hit - so let's talk spoilers! Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com #chubbiespod
Apr 20, 2025•17 min
REVIEW: Daredevil: Born Again - Season 1 Spoiler Review
Daredevil has been reborn and I have my thoughts on a scattered but satisfying season one. Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com #chubbiespod
Apr 17, 2025•16 min
REVIEW: Sinners
Ryan Coogler returns with Michael B. Jordan in dual roles in a superb genre film featuring...marshmallows?
Apr 15, 2025•10 min
CHARTS: Minecraft Dominates with $80 Million Week 2
A Minecraft Movie continued its massive run with $80 in its second weekend, while a bunch of new movies boosted the overall box office. I break down all the numbers and more! Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN20 at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com #chubbiespod
Apr 14, 2025•32 min
NEWS: Can Hollywood Afford to Lose China?
Global trade news is affecting Hollywood, with fewer films being approved for release in China. I break down the numbers to see just how damaging this could be for both countries. Get started at https://factormeals.com/murrell50off and use code murrell50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first order!
Apr 12, 2025•19 min
REVIEW: Warfare
Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza tell a powerful story about soldiers under fire, based on real events.
Apr 11, 2025•9 min
NEWS: Cannes Film Festival 2025 Lineup - Wes Anderson, Ari Aster & More!
The films competing for the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival have been announced. I look at all the competing films and which ones may be taking their first step to Oscar gold! Get started at https://factormeals.com/murrell50off and use code murrell50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first order!
Apr 10, 2025•13 min
CHARTS: Minecraft Opens to a Shocking $162 Million
Jack Black and the chicken jockeys rocketed A Minecraft Movie to a surprise $162 million opening weekend. I break down why box office analysts didn't see it coming, plus streaming charts and more! Get started at https://factormeals.com/murrell50off and use code murrell50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first order!
Apr 08, 2025•39 min
REVIEW: A Minecraft Movie
Minecraft becomes the latest video game to be....mined for a movie adaptation. But is it worth your time and money? Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DANMURRELL at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DANMURRELL #chubbiespod
Apr 04, 2025•11 min
NEWS: John Wick 5, Spider-Man News & More Hunger Games - CinemaCon Update!
The first two days of CinemaCon delivered news on a new Spider-Man title, a release date for Beyond the Spider-Verse, a whole bunch of John Wick movies, and one surprise announcement from a streaming service. I break it all down!
Apr 02, 2025•15 min
CHARTS: Snow White Set to Lose Over $100 Million After Week 2 Plunge
Snow White lost the top spot at the box office and will reportedly lose over $100 million for Disney. I look at the numbers, plus a preview of A Minecraft Movie's opening weekend, streaming charts and more! Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DANMURRELL at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DANMURRELL #chubbiespod
Apr 01, 2025•38 min
REVIEW: A Working Man / Death of a Unicorn
Action and horror/comedy collide with two new releases this weekend and I have reviews for both of them! Take advantage of Ridge’s once-a-year anniversary sale and get UP TO 40% Off right now by going to https://www.Ridge.com/DAN10 #Ridgepod #sponsored
Mar 29, 2025•12 min
CHARTS: Snow White Flops with $42 Million - Why It's No Mufasa
Snow White is in big trouble after a disappointing $42 million opening. I break down why it's unlikely to repeat Mufasa: The Lion King's box office comeback. Plus, lots of news on the streaming front and more! Take advantage of Ridge’s once-a-year anniversary sale and get UP TO 40% Off right now by going to https://www.Ridge.com/DAN10 #Ridgepod #sponsored
Mar 25, 2025•42 min
REVIEW: Adolescence (Netflix)
Netflix's new limited series is a technical marvel and an acting master class. Head over to https://WarbyParker.com/MURRELL right now to take the Home Try-On Quiz and pick 5 pairs of frames to try on at home for free!
Mar 21, 2025•14 min
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