Sean examines several questions surrounding the return of Robert Downey Jr. to the MCU, this time as Doctor Doom (?) in Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars (and perhaps beyond). This includes the potential motivations behind this decision and the intense responses from fans, both positive and negative. There’s a lot to process here. Hosted by Sean Gerber . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Aug 08, 2024•46 min•Ep. 52
Deadpool & Wolverine has arrived as a brilliant, awesome, thrilling, hilarious, and emotional love letter to superhero-based cinema and one universe (in addition to the MCU) that will always matter and never be forgotten. Hear our thoughts in this comprehensive spoiler review (hint: we loved it… a lot)! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Jul 28, 2024•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 51
Sean shares his thoughts on the teaser trailer for Captain America: Brave New World, including Marvel Studios’ decision to show the Red Hulk (and what they held back). Hosted by Sean Gerber . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !
Jul 24, 2024•44 min•Ep. 49
We’re strolling down memory lane as we approach Deadpool & Wolverine, revisiting several Marvel mutant movies from the past 24 years. We’ve now reached the end of the block. Deadpool 2 is our final X-tra Credit assignment (for now). Join us as we discuss the journey to a sequel that had to compete for attention in a way its predecessor had not. We also share our thoughts after a recent rewatch, which has one of our hosts feeling quite differently than he did in 2018. Homework is never requir...
Jul 23, 2024•57 min•Ep. 48
We’re strolling down memory lane as we approach Deadpool & Wolverine, revisiting several Marvel mutant movies from the past 24 years. We’ve now arrived at what was billed as the end of Hugh Jackman’s time as Wolverine… Logan! We discuss the journey to this film, much of which was about preparing to say goodbye. We then share our thoughts after a recent rewatch and how this movie maintains its special place in history even though Hugh Jackman has returned. Homework is never required in the MC...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 47
The Russo Bros. are reportedly returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and will direct the next two Avengers movies! What they achieved in The Infinity Saga was remarkable and unprecedented. Yet, there are (fair) concerns as to why they may not be able to replicate that success in The Multiverse Saga. So, are they the right choice for Avengers 5 and Avengers: Secret Wars? Are they the best choice? (Spoiler: yes and yes.) Hosted by Sean Gerber . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and ...
Jul 22, 2024•36 min•Ep. 45
We’re strolling down memory lane as we approach Deadpool & Wolverine, revisiting several Marvel mutant movies from the past 24 years. We’ve now arrived at the only beginning of Wade Wilson’s cinematic story that anyone wants to count… Deadpool! We discuss the remarkable, one-of-a-kind journey to this film and share memories of how it all culminated with our first viewings. We then discuss if/how our opinions have shifted over the past 8 years including thoughts from our recent rewatch. Homew...
Jul 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 44
We’re strolling down memory lane as we approach Deadpool & Wolverine, revisiting several Marvel mutant movies from the past 24 years, continuing with X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009)! Join us as we share our memories of the promising and then troubled journey to this film. We also discuss seeing Origins for the first time before examining if/how our opinions have changed since those first impressions (spoiler: not really). Homework is never required in the MCU, but a little X-tra Credit may a...
Jul 13, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 42
We’re strolling down memory lane as we approach Deadpool & Wolverine, revisiting several Marvel mutant movies from the past 24 years, continuing with X2: X-Men United (2003)! Join us as we share our memories of the journey to this film, which arrived in a world that had rapidly evolved in the three years since X-Men (2000). We also discuss seeing X2 for the first time before examining if/how our opinions have changed since those first impressions. Homework is never required in the MCU, but a...
Jul 07, 2024•53 min•Ep. 41
We’re strolling down memory lane as we approach Deadpool & Wolverine, revisiting several Marvel mutant movies from the past 24 years, starting with X-Men (2000). Join us as we share our memories of the journey to the film and seeing it for the first time before examining if/how our opinions have changed since those first impressions. Homework is never required in the MCU, but a little X-tra Credit may add extra enjoyment to D&W. Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow M...
Jun 23, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 38
Join us for our spoiler reviews of the following episodes of X-Men ‘97: S1:E8 Tolerance Is Extinction - Part 1 S1:E9 Tolerance Is Extinction - Part 2 S1:E10 Tolerance Is Extinction - Part 3 Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Jun 10, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Ep. 36
Join us for our spoiler reviews of the following episodes of X-Men ‘97: S1:E5 Remember It S1:E6 Lifedeath - Part 2 S1:E7 Bright Eyes Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !
May 28, 2024•2 hr 24 min
Marvel Studios is bringing back Marvel Television to brand their small-screen offerings on Disney+. Sean breaks down why the studio is going through this rebranding and what to expect by way of interconnectivity between the series and feature films going forward. Sean also covers Marvel’s reduced output and the first series from the Marvel Television rebrand, Agatha All Along! Hosted by Sean Gerber . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
May 21, 2024•46 min
Join us for our spoiler reviews of the first four episodes of X-Men ‘97! S1:E1 To Me, My X-Men S1:E2 Mutant Liberation Begins S1:E3 Fire Made Flesh S1:E4 Motendo/Lifedeath - Part 1 Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
May 05, 2024•2 hr 4 min
We break down the latest Deadpool & Wolverine trailer! Join us as we discuss the moments we loved from this trailer, how it succeeds through its simplicity, and how it serves as a course correction for Marvel marketing. Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 33
This week, we cover the news that Julia Garner has been cast as Silver Surfer in Fantastic Four, Jon Bernthal (officially) returning as The Punisher in Daredevil: Born Again, and the 10th anniversary of Captain America: The Winter Soldier! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Apr 06, 2024•55 min•Ep. 29
Sean dives into the MCU Mailbag to answer listener questions covering a wide range of topics. In the answers, you'll find thoughts on the following: Marvel Studios potentially pivoting toward Doctor Doom The possibility of a PG-13 Deadpool & Wolverine Reed Richards as the new "Tony" or "Steve" in the MCU Whether or not Marvel should delay either or both upcoming Avengers movies Whether or not Superman and Fantastic Four need more space between each other on the calendar. And more! Hosted by ...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 31 min
We break down the first teaser for Deadpool & Wolverine and what this movie means for Marvel Studios. We also explain why Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn are ideal choices for Marvel’s First Family in Fantastic Four! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Feb 17, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 22
It’s time for our spoiler view of all 5 episodes of Marvel Studios’ Echo! Join us as we break down what worked, what didn’t, and what seemed to be missing. Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !
Jan 28, 2024•2 hr 45 min•Ep. 21
Join us for our spoiler reviews of the last four episodes of Marvel Studios' What If...? season 2! S2:E6 What if... Kahhori Reshaped the World? S2:E7 What if... Hela Found the Ten Rings? S2:E8 What if... the Avengers Assembled in 1602? S2:E9 What if... Strange Supreme Intervened? Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 40 min
Join us for our spoiler reviews of the first five episodes of Marvel Studios' What If...? season 2! S2:E1 What if... Nebula Joined the Nova Corps? S2:E2 What if... Peter Quill Attacked Earth's Mightiest Heroes? S2:E3 What if... Happy Hogan Saved Christmas? S2:E4 What if... Iron Man Crashed Into the Grandmaster? S2:E5 What if... Captain Carter Fought the Hydra Stomper? Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Jan 01, 2024•1 hr 25 min
On our 300th episode, we offer a small list of things for which we are incredibly grateful (and then talk about that list forever, as per usual). The good news is you won’t have to listen for very long to discover that you’ve made the list! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Dec 02, 2023•1 hr 36 min
We review the latest feature film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Marvels! There was plenty to love about this film thanks to its three charismatic leads and the incredible Khan family, but also a few key elements that fell short. Join us as break it all down! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Nov 14, 2023•2 hr 9 min
Join us as we break down one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s finest hours, the Loki season 2 (or series) finale. Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !
Nov 11, 2023•1 hr 45 min
Loki just keeps getting better in the penultimate episode of the series’ second season! Join us as we break down a brilliant, thought-provoking episode that is sure to be well-respected! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Nov 04, 2023•1 hr 28 min
All of the best things we’ve loved about Loki (and new things we’re loving about the series) have made their way into the fourth episode of the second season. Join us as we break down all of the great scenes and great debates leading up to that shocking ending! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Oct 28, 2023•1 hr 47 min
The TVA and all of reality are at take. The only path for our heroes (and villains) is backward, to the 19th century! Join us as we reach the halfway mark of Loki season 2 and break down a big episode for Rovonna Renslayer and Miss Minutes! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Oct 21, 2023•2 hr 8 min
There’s a new star in the MCU and his name is Brad, or Bradley. Join us for our full spoiler review of the latest outstanding episode from the sophomore season of Loki! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !
Oct 14, 2023•1 hr 33 min
Loki is back and immediately returns to form with an impressive second season premiere! The TVA is barely hanging on, Loki is unraveling (literally), and only one hero can save us. Thank goodness for OB! Join us as we break it all down in this spoiler review of “Ouroboros”! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Oct 07, 2023•1 hr 30 min
Before the second season begins, we take a look back at the glorious first season of Marvel Studios’ Loki! We also review the physical media (4K Blu-ray steelbook) release of that inaugural season. Join us for another lap around the Sacred Timeline while we still have it! Hosted by Sean Gerber and Paul Hermann . Follow MCU Fan Show on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) !...
Oct 01, 2023•1 hr 1 min
