On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Academy Award Nominee Vanessa Kirby and Director Benjamin Caron to discuss their new film NIGHT ALWAYS COMES. Based on the best selling novel by Willy Vlautin, Night Always Comes follows Lynette, a woman who risks everything to secure the house that represents a future for her family. On a dangerous odyssey through a single night, Lynette is forced to confront her dark past in order to finally break free. Night Always Comes r...
Aug 15, 2025•15 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by PLATONIC stars Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen, along with showrunners Francesca Delbanco and Nicholas Stoller to discuss Season 2 of the hit Apple TV+ Original series. Co-created, directed and co-written by Nick Stoller and Francesca Delbanco, Platonic Season 2 picks up with everyone’s favorite pair of best friends as they contend with new midlife hurdles, including work, weddings and partners in crises. The duo tries their best t...
Aug 14, 2025•19 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel is joined by Timothy Olyphant, Babou Ceesay, and Samuel Blenkin to discuss their new FX series ALIEN: EARTH, based on the Alien franchise. It serves as a prequel set two years before the events of the original 1979 film Alien. When the mysterious deep space research vessel USCSS Maginot crash-lands on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat. FX’s Alien:...
Aug 12, 2025•17 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review the FX series ALIEN: EARTH, based on the Alien franchise. It serves as a prequel set two years before the events of the original 1979 film Alien. When the mysterious deep space research vessel USCSS Maginot crash-lands on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat. FX’s Alien: Earth premieres with two episodes on Tuesday, August 12 on Disney+ in Canada at 5pm PT / ...
Aug 10, 2025•28 min
We took over FX’s Alien: Earth Podcast Studio at SDCC… and chaos hatched instantly. Catch the full video on YouTube because let’s be real, this episode is best experienced with your eyeballs. Catch the full video on YouTube because let’s be real, this episode is best experienced with your eyeballs. FX’s "Alien: Earth” premieres with two episodes on Tuesday, August 12 at 8pm ET on FX and on Disney+ in Canada. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, ...
Aug 08, 2025•42 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz head to London, England to sit-down with the cast of Netflix's Wednesday including Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Steve Buscemi, Luis Guzmán, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, and Fred Armisen. Wednesday Addams returns to prowl the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await. This season, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem. Ar...
Aug 06, 2025•30 min
Daniel and Shahbaz review DONKEY KONG BANANZA for Nintendo Switch 2 from Directors Wataru Tanaka and Kazuya Takahashi. Get ready to go bananas with Donkey Kong Bananza! Join DK and Pauline as they smash their way into a mysterious underground world full of secrets, surprises, and raw power. The deeper you go, the wilder the adventure becomes in this groundbreaking new take on exploration and platforming. The game is developed by Nintendo EPD. Game code provided by Nintendo. Donkey Kong Bananza i...
Aug 05, 2025•31 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Stephanie Beatriz to discuss Season 2 of TWISTED METAL! Following the revelations in the season one finale, John and Quiet find themselves entering the deadly Twisted Metal tournament, a sinister demolition derby hosted by a mysterious man known as Calypso. As they try to survive an onslaught of dangerous new foes and familiar faces alike, including the murderous clown Sweet Tooth, things get complicated for John when he reun...
Aug 01, 2025•17 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Director Matt Shakman, along with stars Julia Garner (Silver Surfer) and Ralph Ineson (Galactus) to discuss all things The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, the film introduces Marvel’s First Family as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a...
Jul 23, 2025•21 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Matt Shakman's THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, the film introduces Marvel’s First Family as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, Si...
Jul 22, 2025•39 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down with the cast of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds including Rebecca Romijn, Jess Bush, Martin Quinn, Christina Chong, Celia Rose Gooding, Melissa Navia, and Babs Olusanmokun to talk all things Season 3. As the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise faces the aftermath of their clash with the Gorn, new life, villains, and unexpected adventures await. With a bold mix of genres and emotional depth, Season 3 pushes classic Star Trek storytelling ...
Jul 22, 2025•19 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by SIMPLE PLAN members Pierre Bouvier, Chuck Comeau, and Jeff Stinco to discuss their documentary THE KIDS IN THE CROWD. The doc chronicles the remarkable 25-year journey of the Canadian punk rock fan-favourites and offers an unprecedented look into the band's journey from basement shows in Montreal to global stardom. Simple Plan: The Kids In The Crowd is now available on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories. W...
Jul 14, 2025•36 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz dive into their first month with the Nintendo Switch 2! From early impressions of the hardware to the launch-defining Mario Kart World, there’s a lot to unpack. They also review Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, Split Fiction, and the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour. Plus, GameCube on Nintendo Switch Online is finally here and it’s incredible. Daniel also shares his thoughts on diving into Fortnite, thanks to the arrival of Superman. Watch and ...
Jul 11, 2025•51 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Anthony are joined by the Daily Planet staff of James Gunn's SUPERMAN including Skyler Gisondo (Jimmy Olsen), Wendell Pierce (Perry White), and Mikaela Hoover (Cat Grant). Superman stars David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult and is DC Studios’ first feature film to hit the big screen in the newly imagined DC universe. Check out our spoiler-free review now. Superman soars into theatres July 11, 2025. Watch and listen to The Movie Po...
Jul 09, 2025•15 min
Look up! Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review James Gunn's SUPERMAN starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult. Superman is DC Studios’ first feature film to hit the big screen in the newly imagined DC universe and delivers a Superman who’s driven by compassion and an inherent belief in the goodness of humankind. The film also stars Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Skyler Gisondo, Sara Sampaio, María Gabriela de Faría, Wendell Pierce, Alan Tudyk, ...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Anthony are joined by returning friend of the show and sandwich enthusiast Taron Egerton, along with Jurnee Smollett and Dennis Lehane to discuss the Apple TV+ original series SMOKE. When an arson investigator begrudgingly teams up with a police detective, their race to stop two arsonists ignites a twisted game of secrets and suspicions. Smoke is now streaming on Apple TV+ with new episodes weekly. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all ...
Jul 04, 2025•28 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz head to NYC to talk all things SQUID GAME Season 3 with Lee Jung-jae (Player 456), Lee Byung-hun (The Front Man), Park Sung-hoon (Player 120), Kang Ae-sim (Player 149), Jo Yu-ri (Player 222), Yim Si-wan (Player 333) and Series Creator, Writer, and Director Hwang Dong-hyuk (SPOILERS INCLUDED). Squid Game Season 3 picks up in the aftermath of Season 2’s bloody cliffhanger. Although Gi-hun is at his lowest point yet, the Squid Game stops for ...
Jun 28, 2025•36 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Joseph Kosinski's F1: THE MOVIE starring Brad Pitt. Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes was FORMULA 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he’s a nomadic racer-for-hire when he’s approached by his former teammate to come back to F1 for one last shot at saving the team and being the best in the world. The film also stars Damson Idris, Kerry Condon and Javier Bardem. F1: TH...
Jun 27, 2025•35 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Chinaka Hodge (Head Writer & Executive Producer) and Ryan Coogler (Executive Producer) to discuss Marvel Television's IRONHEART. Set after the events of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, the series pits technology against magic when Riri Williams— a young, genius inventor determined to make her mark on the world—returns to her hometown of Chicago. Her unique take on building iron suits is brilliant, but in pursuit of her am...
Jun 26, 2025•14 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel sits down in Toronto with Academy Award Winner Domee Shi to discuss Disney and Pixar's ELIO. The cosmic misadventure introduces Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession. So, when he’s beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide, Elio’s all in for the epic undertaking. Directed by Madeline Sharafian (“Burrow” Sparkshort), Domee Shi (“Bao” short, “Turnin...
Jun 18, 2025•33 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel sits down in Toronto with Academy Award nominee Celine Song to discuss her new film, MATERIALISTS starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. The film follows a sharp and ambitious New York City matchmaker who finds herself caught between the ideal partner and the irresistible pull of her imperfect ex. Following the interview, Anthony joins Daniel for a deeper review conversation about the film and its themes. Materialists is now playing e...
Jun 13, 2025•31 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel sits down in Toronto with three-time Oscar nominee and Golden Globe winner Director Dean DeBlois to discuss his upcoming live-action reimagining of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON. Through cutting-edge visual effects, DeBlois transforms his beloved animated saga into a breathtaking live-action spectacle, bringing the epic adventures of Hiccup and Toothless to life with jaw-dropping realism as they discover the true meaning of friendship, courage and destiny....
Jun 12, 2025•17 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel is joined by director Dan Trachtenberg to dive into the latest chapter in the Predator franchise— PREDATOR: KILLER OF KILLERS. The anthology story follows three of the fiercest warriors in human history: a Viking raider guiding her young son on a bloody quest for revenge; a ninja in feudal Japan who turns against his Samurai brother in a brutal battle for succession; and a WWII pilot who takes to the sky to investigate an otherworldly threat to the Al...
Jun 06, 2025•27 min
Shahbaz and Anthony review Danny and Michael Philippou's BRING HER BACK starring Sally Hawkins, Billy Barratt, Jonah Wren Phillips, and Sora Wong. The film follows a brother and sister who uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother. Bring Her Back. Bring Her Back releases exclusively in theatres on May 30, 2025 in Canada by Elevation Pictures and A24 in the United States. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube ...
May 30, 2025•28 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Shahbaz and Anthony are joined by Danny and Michael Philippou, Billy Barratt, Jonah Wren Phillips, and Sora Wong to discuss their new film Bring Her Back. Bring Her Back follows a brother and sister who uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother. Bring Her Back releases exclusively in theatres on May 30, 2025 in Canada by Elevation Pictures and A24 in the United States. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast...
May 29, 2025•18 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Producer Jonathan Eirich and welcome back friend of the show Director Dean Fleischer Camp to discuss the live-action reimagining of Disney’s Lilo & Stitch. The film is a wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family. The film stars Maia Kealoha, Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, with Courtney B. V...
May 22, 2025•20 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz sit down in Toronto with the star of Netflix’s BET, Miku Martineau— aka Yumeko herself! Bet follows the students at a boarding school for the global elite, where underground gambling determines the school’s hierarchy. When Yumeko, a mysterious transfer student arrives, her gambling prowess puts her in the crosshairs of the powerful Student Council, while her secret quest for revenge threatens to upend the school’s status quo entirely. Bet ...
May 21, 2025•19 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review Dean Fleischer Camp's LILO & STITCH, a live-action reimagining of the 2002 animated film. Lilo & Stitch is a wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family. The film stars Maia Kealoha, Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, with Courtney B. Vance, and Zach Galifianakis. Lilo & Stitch will open in theatres nationwide on May 23, 2...
May 20, 2025•30 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by fellow Canadians and Directors Zach Lipovsky & Adam Stein to discuss FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES— the sixth instalment in the series and the first film in nearly 15 years. Plagued by a violent recurring nightmare, college student Stefanie heads home to track down the one person who might be able to break the cycle and save her family from the grisly demise that inevitably awaits them all. Final Destination Bloodlines is ...
May 16, 2025•17 min
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by the incredibly talented Simon Pegg and Pom Klementieff to talk all things MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING. The film releases in theatres and IMAX on May 23. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube , and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X , Instagram , Letterboxd Shahbaz on X , ...
May 15, 2025•19 min
