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The Cannon Cruisers

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Join the Cannon Cruisers, JD and Randy, as they dive deep into the explosive world of Cannon Films, bringing you lively discussions and nostalgic retrospectives on one of the most influential film studios of the '80s and '90s. Whether you're a die-hard action movie fanatic, a lover of cult classics, or just curious about the wild and wacky world of Cannon, our podcast has something for everyone. Plus, don't miss our "Non-CANNON-ical Adventures" where we uncover hidden gems and fan favourites from other studios. Keep cruisin' that Cannon catalogue!
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Cannon Cruisers GAIDEN: The Perfect Weapon (1991)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, JD and Randy could not meet and record together in 2020. During this time, JD recorded a series of 26 GAIDEN episodes that were not previously released on our podcast feed but only appeared on the JD-maintained Cannon Cruisers Blog. This week, JD checks out Jeff Speakman in "The Perfect Weapon" (1991). "No Gun, No Knife, No Equal."

May 05, 202418 min

Small Soldiers (1998)

Hey everybody, we're the Cannon Cruisers and this is our Bonus Feature. This week, we checked out yet another Joe Dante film. That's right, folks, we watched the 1998 film, "Small Soldiers." Big Action! Big Trouble! Big Movie! Small Soldiers! The few, the proud, and the small!

Apr 28, 202428 min

Cannon Cruisers GAIDEN: Suburban Commando (1991) - Phantasm (1979)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, JD and Randy could not meet and record together in 2020. During this time, JD recorded a series of 26 GAIDEN episodes that were not previously released on our podcast feed but only appeared on the JD-maintained Cannon Cruisers Blog. This week, JD checks out: Suburban Commando (1991) Phantasm (1979)

Apr 21, 202433 min

Mad God (2022)

On this week's Bonus Feature, JD and Randy watch Phil Tippett's 2022 stop-motion animated film Mad God. A film 30 years in the making.

Apr 14, 202419 min

Cannon Cruisers GAIDEN: Return of the Living Dead Trilogy (1985-1993)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, JD and Randy could not meet and record together in 2020. During this time, JD recorded a series of 26 GAIDEN episodes that were not previously released on our podcast feed but only appeared on the JD-maintained Cannon Cruisers Blog. This week, JD checks out not one movie, not two, but THREE movies. The Return of the Living Dead (1985) Return of the Living Dead Part II (1988) Return of the Living Dead 3 (1993)...

Apr 06, 202427 min

Dancers (1987)

This week, JD and Randy return to the Cannon Catalogue and watch "Dancers", a 1987 film directed by Herbert Ross and starring Mikhail Baryshnikov and Julie Kent. Can you believe we found another Cannon film?

Mar 31, 202420 min

Cannon Cruisers GAIDEN: Night of the Creeps (1984) - I Come in Peace (1990)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, JD and Randy could not meet and record together in 2020. During this time, JD recorded a series of 26 GAIDEN episodes that were not previously released on our podcast feed but only appeared on the JD-maintained Cannon Cruisers Blog. Here are episodes 3 and 4: Night of the Creeps (1984) I Come in Peace (1990)

Mar 24, 202426 min

SHAKMA (1990)

Hey everybody, we're back with an exciting film this week. A movie with a fun title to scream at random, the 1990 horror film: SHAKMA (1990) "The world's most aggressive primate just got mad."

Mar 17, 202428 min

Cannon Cruisers GAIDEN: T-Force (1994) - Creepozoids (1987)

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, JD and Randy could not meet and record together in 2020. During this time, JD recorded a series of 26 GAIDEN episodes that were not previously released on our podcast feed but only appeared on the JD-maintained Cannon Cruisers Blog. Here are the first two episodes: T-Force (1994) Creepozoids (1987)

Mar 10, 202421 min

2024 Scheduling Update

Hey Everybody, Randy here, and I just wanted pop into your feed to give you an update.

Mar 10, 20242 min

The Cannon Countdown - Making the List Part 5

We are the Cannon Cruisers, and since 2017, we've been cruisin' that Cannon Catalogue. As our journey ends, JD and Randy have ranked the top 100 Cannon films out of the 150+ we've seen. We have narrowed the list to the top 100 films and will now list the top 25 Cannon Films. This is part 5 of 5.

Feb 11, 20241 hr 6 min

The Cannon Countdown - Making the List Part 4

We are the Cannon Cruisers, and since 2017, we've been cruisin' that Cannon Catalogue. As our journey ends, JD and Randy have ranked the top 100 Cannon films out of the 150+ we've seen. We have narrowed the list to the top 100 films and will now focus on what bottom 25 (26-50). This is part 4 of 5.

Feb 04, 202430 min

The Cannon Countdown - Making the List Part 3

We are the Cannon Cruisers, and since 2017, we've been cruisin' that Cannon Catalogue. As our journey ends, JD and Randy have ranked the top 100 Cannon films out of the 150+ we've seen. We have narrowed the list to the top 100 films and will now focus on the bottom 50. This is part 3 of 5.

Jan 28, 202444 min

The Cannon Countdown - Making the List Part 2

We are the Cannon Cruisers, and since 2017, we've been cruisin' that Cannon Catalogue. As our journey ends, JD and Randy have ranked the top 100 Cannon films out of the 150+ we've seen. This week, we continue narrowing down the list to a more reasonable 100 titles. This is part 2 of 5.

Jan 21, 202446 min

The Cannon Countdown - Making the List Part 1

We are the Cannon Cruisers, and since 2017, we've been cruisin' that Cannon Catalogue. As our journey ends, JD and Randy have ranked the top 100 Cannon films out of the 150+ we've seen. In the coming weeks, we'll discuss which films made it to our top 100 list, starting with what didn't make the cut. This is part 1 of 5.

Jan 14, 202455 min

Top 25 Non-Cannon

This week, JD and Randy discuss the top 25 Non-Cannon films they watched over the course of this series. Will they agree on what's the best? Tune in to find out.

Jan 07, 20241 hr 50 min

Bolero [1984]

JD and Randy watched "Bolero" (1984). 'Nuff said. Happy New Year!

Dec 31, 202331 min

The Wicked Lady (1983)

This week, JD and Randy check out the notorious Cannon film, "The Wicked Lady" (1983). Does it live up to its reputation? "She's wild. She's wicked. And she really knows how to whip up a good time!"

Dec 24, 202324 min

One More Chance (1981)

We are the Cannon Cruisers and we continue to cruise that Cannon catalogue. This week, JD and Randy were able to get their hands on a copy of Sam Firstenberg's first film released by Cannon, "One More Chance" (1981).

Dec 17, 202322 min

Link (1986)

And we're back with another exciting edition of "The Cannon Cruisers." This week, JD and Randy check out the 1986 Cannon Classic, "Link." You will believe that an orangutan is a chimpanzee...or not, learn how to suspend your disbelief, sheesh.

Dec 10, 202326 min

Deja Vu (1985)

Hey everybody, we're back with another exciting edition of the Cannon Cruisers. This week, JD and Randy continue our cruise through the Cannon catalogue with the 1985 film, "Deja Vu." That's right, you heard correctly, we still have more Cannon films to watch. Join us!

Dec 03, 202319 min

An American Werewolf In London (1981)

This week, JD and Randy check out the 1981 horror-comedy classic, "An American Werewolf in London." Definitely a horror film; definitely not family-friendly.

Nov 26, 202328 min

Poltergeist [1982]

This week, JD and Randy check out the most family-friendly horror ever made, the 1982 PG-rated horror classic, "Poltergeist."

Nov 12, 202334 min

Return To Oz [1985]

This week, JD and Randy check out "Return to Oz" (1985), a movie that left a lasting impression on a generation of children. The film, directed by Walter Murch, who co-wrote the screenplay with Gill Dennis, is a dark fantasy that features Fairuza Balk, Nicol Williamson, Jean Marsh, and Piper Laurie in its cast.

Oct 29, 202327 min

Arachnophobia [1990]

This week, JD and Randy revisit "Arachnophobia", a 1990 horror-comedy film directed by Frank Marshall. The movie stars Jeff Daniels, John Goodman, and Julian Sands, and centers around a doctor who moves to a spider-infested small town. Tune in to see if the film still holds up 23 years later. "Eight legs, two fangs and an attitude."

Oct 22, 202322 min

The Witches [1990]

On this week's exciting episode of the Non-Cannon-ical Adventures of JD and Randy, we check out "The Witches", a 1990 dark fantasy comedy horror film based on the 1983 novel by Roald Dahl. The film is directed by Nicolas Roeg, who co-wrote the screenplay with Allan Scott. The film stars Anjelica Huston, Mai Zetterling, Rowan Atkinson, and Jasen Fisher.

Oct 15, 202325 min
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