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How Did This Get Made?

Earwolf and Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukaswww.siriusxm.com
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.
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Episodes

Highlander II: The Quickening LIVE! w/ Sam Richardson (HDTGM Matinee)

Sam Richardson (Veep, Detroiters) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss 1991’s Highlander II: The Quickening. They’ll talk about why there’s no need to see the first Highlander movie, Sean Connery trying on a suit, Highlander sex in the streets, the psychic cooking show, and much more. Plus, we get to the bottom of where Sean Connery’s walking around money came from and what exactly is the difference between a Highlander and an immortal. (Originally Released 01/20/2017) • Go to hdtgm.com for to...

Jul 01, 20251 hr 27 min

Surf II LIVE! w/ Jessica St. Clair

This week, Paul, Jason, and Jessica St. Clair break down the inexplicable 1983 film, Surf II. Jason watched the director's cut and provided much-needed context to the film. Jessica describes why this movie made her sick, and Paul gets his “Big Nick” vibe on. We do want to be VERY clear; we will NOT be putting the lotion in the basket. Recorded live in Seattle at the Paramount Theater. • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAU...

Jun 27, 20251 hr 17 min

Speed 2: Cruise Contral w/ Scott Aukerman (HDTGM Matinee)

Are you listening to this podcast on a computer? If so, you could be a villain in this week’s film, Speed 2: Cruise Control! Comedy Bang Bang’s Scott Aukerman joins Paul, Jason, and June to lament the absence of Keanu Reeves and ask the age-old question, “Why weren’t Willem Dafoe’s leeches featured more in this film?!” (Originally Released 06/05/2012) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail! • Su...

Jun 24, 202555 min

Last Looks: You Got Served w/ Larry Charles

This week, Paul reviews all your corrections and omissions from last week's movie "You Got Served". Then Jason joins Paul to talk with comedy legend Larry Charles. They discuss “The Dictator”, Bob Dylan, and his new book “Comedy Samurai”. Finally, Paul announces next week's movie! Larry's book Comedy Samurai is out now: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/larry-charles/comedy-samurai/9781538771549/ And you can follow Larry on Instagram @larrycharles https://www.instagram.com/larrycharles/ •...

Jun 20, 20251 hr 5 min

Xanadu: LIVE! w/ Michaela Watkins (HDTGM Matinee)

If you’ve ever roller-skated, then this movie is for you! Michaela Watkins (Hacks) joins Paul, June, and Jason to talk all about the Olivia Newton-John & Gene Kelly musical Xanadu. LIVE from Largo in LA, they cover everything from the opening dance montage where the muses come out of a mural portal, the animation sequence that was basically the sex scene, and Gene Kelly’s memory boner. Plus, we discover why Zeus has a British accent during audience Q&A! (Originally Released 01/30/2022) •...

Jun 17, 20251 hr 21 min

You Got Served LIVE!

This week, Paul, June, and Jason breakdown the 2004 dance movie, You Got Served recorded LIVE at the Largo in Los Angeles. The three dig into all things Mr. Rad, ask if there was too much dancing, consider the "Story Listeners of America’s" needs, demand for justice for Lil Saint, and much more! • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail! • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDT...

Jun 13, 20251 hr 9 min

Bloodsport LIVE w/ Nicole Byer (HDTGM Matinee)

KUMITE! KUMITE! KUMITE! HDTGM all-star Nicole Byer (Nailed It!) joins Paul and Jason to discuss the cult 1988 Jean-Claude Van Damme martial-arts film Bloodsport. LIVE from Largo in LA, they cover Frank Dux being a real man, Van Damme’s soft baby buns, blindfolded tea training, the not-so-secret illegal Kumite martial-arts tournament, Ray Jackson, and much more. Plus, two cousins duke it out in a question kumite battle during Audience Q&A! (Originally Released 03/23/2016) • Go to hdtgm.com fo...

Jun 10, 20251 hr 12 min

Last Looks: Sinbad Of The Seven Seas w/ Jon Gabrus

This week, Paul digs into your Corrections and Omissions from last week's movie, Sinbad Of The Seven Seas. Then, Paul sits down with John Gabrus (Staying Alive, Action Boys) to talk about all the summer movie releases they’re excited about. Finally, Paul announces next week's movie. Don’t forget to listen to Jon Gabrus and Adam Pally on their new podcast, Staying Alive. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/staying-alive-with-jon-gabrus-adam-pally/id1807624961 And get the full The Gino Lombardo ...

Jun 06, 202555 min

Hercules in New York LIVE! w/ Abbi Jacobson (HDTGM Matinee)

Abbi Jacobson (Broad City) joins Paul, June, and Jason to discuss the story of Pretzie and Arnold Strong aka Schwarzenegger in Hercules in New York! LIVE from Irving Plaza in NYC, they cover everything from Arnold’s awkward flirting, Hercules vs. the bear in Central Park, the moment of clear genius during the chariot race scene, and Pretzie’s ending monologue. Plus, everyone in the crowd shows off their best Hercules impression during audience Q&As! (Originally Released 05/29/2015) • Go to h...

Jun 03, 20251 hr 19 min

Sinbad of the Seven Seas LIVE! w/ Jessica St. Clair

Honorary fourth host Jessica St. Clair returns to help Jason and Paul cover the 1989 Lou Ferrigno vehicle Sinbad of the Seven Seas—a movie that lies about being based on an Edgar Allan Poe story. LIVE from Boise, the gang discuss all the wild ADR, if Disney's Aladdin ripped off this movie, Italian talking snakes, how Sinbad inflated a hot air balloon simply by blowing into it, and so much more. Plus, Jessica reveals how the film reignited a primal sexual awakening and gives her theory on the bes...

May 30, 20251 hr 18 min

Batman & Robin w/ Matt Mira & Jesse Falcon (HDTGM Matinee)

This week’s episode forecast…a freeze is coming! Matt Mira (The Goldbergs) and Marvel’s Jesse Falcon joins Paul & Jason to discuss the 1997 Joel Schumacher take on Batman & Robin starring George Clooney. They discuss Superhero butt shots, all the Mr. Freeze puns, and how this movie is basically a really long action figure commercial. (Originally Released 08/07/2012) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to lea...

May 27, 202549 min

Last Looks: The Arrival

This week Paul's on his own and dishing out advice on the Paul Help Line, going over everything we might have missed from last week's movie The Arrival, and Paul announces next week's movie! Our movie picking producer needs some words of support, fan art, anything to lift her spirits up while she fights brain cancer. You can email Andrew at [email protected] or you can send something to Av directly (nothing perishable or scented) Avaryl Halley PO BOX 641 Agoura Hills CA 91376-0641 • Go to ...

May 23, 202526 min

Dreamcatcher w/ Jessica McKenna & Curtis Gwinn (HDTGM Matinee)

Jessica McKenna (Star Trek: Lower Decks) & Curtis Gwinn (Stranger Things) join Paul and Jason to discuss the 2003 sci-fi horror adaptation of Stephen King’s novel Dreamcatcher. They talk about the butt aliens, the importance of the toothpick, comically bad farts, Morgan Freeman’s amazing eyebrows, and so much more. (Originally Released 10/14/2016) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail! • Su...

May 20, 20251 hr 9 min

The Arrival LIVE!

Paul, June, & Jason tackle the 1996 sci-fi alien thriller The Arrival starring Charlie Sheen and our favorite actor/activist, Ron Silva. LIVE from Largo in LA, they discuss the backwards-kneed Mr. Tumnus aliens, Charlie Sheen's goatee, the ceiling fan scorpions, and the elaborate bathtub death scene. Plus, Paul and June reveal they have a friend who they believe is an alien. This episode is sponsored by the McDLT—the only burger where the beef stays hot and the Donald, Lettuce, & Tomato ...

May 16, 20251 hr 6 min

On the Line w/ Ike Barinholtz (HDTGM Matinee)

Ike Barinholtz (The Studio, The Mindy Project) helps the gang break down the 2001 Lance Bass & Joey Fatone comedy On The Line, aka a love story between a Turkey Sub and a Hubcap. What happens when boy banders try their hand at acting? Bizarre sound effects, terrible musical performances, and lots and lots of chewing noises. (Originally Released 05/15/2012) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicem...

May 13, 202550 min

Last Looks: Double Trouble w/ Kristen Schaal & Tony Hale

Kristen Schaal & Tony Hale (The Extraordinarians Podcast) pop by for a silly chat with Paul & Jason about world record holders, June's haunted hotel room, Paul growing up in a house full of birds, and so much more. But first, Paul answers your corrections & omissions on Double Trouble, shares a bonus deleted scene from our Double Trouble live show, and announces next week's new movie. Also, make sure to check out The Extraordinarians with Tony, Kristen and Matt Oberg on Apple Podcast...

May 09, 202555 min

Spider-Man 3 w/ Kulap Vilaysack (HDTGM Matinee)

Kulap Vilaysack (Add To Cart) joins Jason, June and Paul to break down Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3 starring Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst. The four discuss how the movie is mostly about Mary Jane’s failed Broadway career, all the bad CGI, Peter Parker basically becoming Austin Powers, and how there are simply too many villains. (Originally Released 07/17/2012) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicema...

May 06, 202540 min

Double Trouble LIVE! w/ Rory Scovel & Jessica St. Clair

Rory Scovel (Physical) & Jessica St. Clair (The Deep Dive) help Paul & Jason break down the 1992 buddy cop flick Double Trouble starring bodybuilders and OG Paul Brothers, Peter & David Paul. LIVE from Denver, the crew discuss the handstand date night, the sink litterbox, the crop top fashion, and the old timey 1800s trains. Plus, Paul regales us with stories about his grandma meeting Roddy McDowall and how he shared his first ever sip of beer with James Doohan aka Star Trek's Scotty...

May 02, 20251 hr 19 min

xXx: Return of Xander Cage LIVE! w/ Adam Scott (HDTGM Matinee)

Resident Vin Diesel expert Adam Scott (Severance) joins Paul, June, and Jason for a family reunion to discuss xXx: Return of Xander Cage. LIVE from Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, they cover everything from forest skiing to riding motorcycles underwater. Plus, a xXx and Fast & Furious crossover is pitched during the audience Q&A! (Originally Released 02/17/2017) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to le...

Apr 29, 20251 hr 26 min

Last Looks: Kraven the Hunter [Jason Edition]

Jason is back to help Paul respond to your corrections & omissions on Kraven the Hunter and continues his mission to disconnect the discord! They chat about Sylvester Stallone's writing credit on Jason Statham's A Working Man, Sony's Spider-Man Universe plans, and if an old Kraven the Hunter comic book actually started the MeToo movement. Plus, they share a bonus deleted scene from our Kraven the Hunter live show and announce next week's new movie. Help save the Institute of Museum & Lib...

Apr 25, 202535 min

Tuff Turf (HDTGM Matinee)

Jason, June and Paul break down the 1985 classic Tuff Turf starring James Spader and Robert Downey Jr. They discuss the many tonal shifts throughout the movie, Paul’s 80’s Tuff Turf looks, the shocking violence, and more! Plus, Jason reveals why he never unpacks his clothes in a hotel and the gang can't believe The Blacklist is still on the air. (Originally Released 07/07/2022) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to...

Apr 22, 20251 hr 23 min

Kraven the Hunter LIVE! w/ Jessica St. Clair

HDTGM all-star Jessica St. Clair helps the gang discuss the 2025 Spider-Man adjacent movie Kraven the Hunter starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ariana DeBose, and the king of vague accents himself, Russell Crowe. LIVE from The Moody Theater in Austin, they go off on the Rhino's backpack, how Kraven is basically Dr. Dolittle with abs, Calypso's hot leather outfit, and if Russell Crowe gave off John Goodman vibes. Plus, June expresses her feelings on men in bathrobes and an audience member wonders if ...

Apr 18, 20251 hr 21 min

Staying Alive LIVE! w/ Katie Dippold (HDTGM Matinee)

The art of dance, sweat, and slow-mo sex faces are all brought you by Sylvester & Frank Stallone in the sequel to Saturday Night Fever. LIVE from Largo in Los Angeles, special guest Katie Dippold (Ghostbusters, The Heat) joins Paul, June, & Jason to talk about the Broadway production of Satan’s Alley, John Travolta turning down a three-way with two new wave girls, and how much June knows about dance. Plus, we finally find out whether a sweaty Travolta or Evil Ernest oozes more sexuality ...

Apr 15, 20251 hr 17 min

Last Looks: This Is Me... Now: A Love Story AND Jill Rips

On this special double movie Last Looks we recap J-Lo's relationship history and separate shibari fact from shibari fiction when Paul dives into corrections & omissions from both This Is Me... Now: A Love Story AND Jill Rips! Plus, Paul shares a bonus deleted scene from our Jill Rips live show and announces next week's new movie. • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail! • Submit your Last Loo...

Apr 11, 202529 min

Masters of the Universe w/ Tatiana Maslany (HDTGM Matinee)

Tatiana Maslany (She-Hulk, Orphan Black) joins Paul, June, and Jason to break down 1987's Masters of the Universe, a He-Man movie starring Dolph Lundgren on Earth with a bunch of teens. They discuss Courteney Cox’s emotional journey, He-Man not being spectacular at anything, the big battle being mostly shot in the dark, and everyone’s favorite character Karg. Plus, June explains how the movie made her realize she's afraid of mirages. (Originally Released 10/02/2015) Check out Blake Harris’ Oral ...

Apr 08, 20251 hr 9 min

Jill Rips LIVE!

Paul, June, and Jason enter the cold room to tackle the 2000 Dolph Lundgren thriller Jill Rips—a movie without a single character named Jill. LIVE from Largo in L.A., they discuss the insanely long red bathrobe scene, Polish Elvis, all the bad wigs, Dolph's hunky outfits, the shibari scene, Dolph's Dissolves, and so much more. Plus, did Disney's Frozen steal its famous line from this movie?! • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call ...

Apr 04, 20251 hr 11 min

Voyage of the Rock Aliens (HDTGM Matinee)

Jason, June and Paul break down the 1984 masterpiece, Voyage of the Rock Aliens. The crew discuss the rocker aliens, greasers, all the incredible bops, Jermaine Jackson, the toxic tentacle monster, and yes... this movie really does have it all and MORE! (Originally Released 01/27/2022) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail! • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDTGM convers...

Apr 01, 20251 hr 10 min

Last Looks: Oops! All Just Chat w/ Ruby Karp

Oops! There's been an accident at HDTGM studios and this week's Last Looks is all Just Chat with Jason, Paul, and special guest Ruby Karp (After Midnight). After Jason and Paul gab about TV and video games they're currently loving, Ruby Joins to chat about growing up as a child in the comedy scene, why she lives for appointment TV viewing, and her new Off-Broadway show "I Don't Trust Adults." Don't worry, Paul still announces next week's new movie! Ruby's show "I Don't Trust Adults" runs through...

Mar 28, 202548 min

Under The Cherry Moon (HDTGM Matinee)

Paul, June, and Jason discuss the 1986 musical Under the Cherry Moon directed by and starring Prince. They talk about the answering machine duet, Wrecka Stow, hair brushing, and much more. (Originally released 10/8/20) • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail! • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDTGM conversation on Discord: discord.gg/hdtgm • Buy merch at howdidthisgetmade....

Mar 25, 20251 hr 14 min

This Is Me...Now: A Love Story

This week Paul, June, and Jason break down the 2024 Jennifer Lopez movie, This Is Me…Now: A Love Story. In an HDTGM first, June did some extra research and calls out the Capricorn and Aquarius erasure from this movie, while Paul and Jason question Fat Joe’s therapy style and much more. • Go to hdtgm.com for tour dates, merch, FAQs, and more • Have a Last Looks correction or omission? Call 619-PAULASK to leave us a voicemail! • Submit your Last Looks theme song to us here • Join the HDTGM convers...

Mar 21, 20251 hr 12 min
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