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The Rewatchables

The Ringerwww.theringer.com
The Rewatchables, a film podcast from the Ringer Podcast Network, features The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and a roundtable of movie lovers from the Ringer universe discussing movies they can’t seem to stop watching. Listen to the complete archives of over 300 movies, including Pulp Fiction, Silence of the Lambs, John Wick, Alien, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and many more classics, on our special Rewatchables page on The Ringer. You can also watch these episodes on our Ringer Movies YouTube Channel!
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Episodes

‘Borat’ With Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt

Comedy month continues as Bill Simmons is joined by Kyle Brandt, who is no. 4 rewatcher in all of Kazakhstan, to revisit Sacha Baron Cohen in ‘Borat.' Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/REWATCHABLES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 19, 20261 hr 24 min

‘Tropic Thunder’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, and Joel Anderson

You never go full rewatch. The guys head to the jungles of Vietnam to revisit Ben Stiller’s 2008 action comedy, ‘Tropic Thunder,’ starring Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr., Jack Black, Brandon T. Jackson, Matthew McConaughey, and Tom Cruise. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Get more value with the McValue menu at McDonald’s https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/download-app.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 12, 20262 hr 13 min

‘There’s Something About Mary’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey try to figure out how Ted got the frank above the beans after rewatching the 1998 comedy classic ‘There’s Something About Mary,’ starring Ben Stiller, Cameron Diaz, and Matt Dillon. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Get more value with the McValue menu at McDonald’s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 05, 20261 hr 49 min

‘Ghostbusters’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan

This pod is headed for a disaster of biblical proportions. The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan each carry an unlicensed nuclear accelerator as they rewatch the 1984 comedy classic ‘Ghostbusters’ starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and Sigourney Weaver. Directed by Ivan Reitman. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Get more value with the McValue menu at McDonald’s https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/download-app.html Learn more abo...

Apr 28, 20262 hr 3 min

‘Kindergarten Cop’ With Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt just need to know one simple thing: Who is your daddy, and what does he do? The guys head to Astoria, Oregon, to revisit Arnold Schwarzenegger in ‘Kindergarten Cop,’ also starring Pamela Reed and Richard Tyson. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 21, 20261 hr 41 min

‘Basic Instinct’ Live From SF With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Van Lathan

Have you ever rewatched a movie on cocaine, Nick? Live from San Francisco, Bill, Chris, Mal, and Van record the pod of the century after revisiting Paul Verhoeven's 1992 erotic thriller ‘Basic Instinct’ starring Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, Jeanne Tripplehorn, and George Dzundza. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/REWATCHABLES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 14, 20261 hr 56 min

‘Eddie and the Cruisers’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan

The dark side's callin' now nothin' is real. The guys head to the Jersey Shore to watch Eddie, Wordman, and the gang in ‘Eddie and the Cruisers' starring Tom Berenger, Michael Paré, and Ellen Barkin. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 07, 20261 hr 43 min

‘L.A. Confidential’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Andy Greenwald

As we close out CR Month, the guys gather together for one more pod that is all very off the record, on the QT, and very hush-hush. They take a trip to the Formosa Cafe and revisit Curtis Hanson’s ‘L.A. Confidential’ starring Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey, and Kim Basinger. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Join us in San Francisco for a live taping of ‘The Rewatchables’ on April 8th! Tickets go live on April 1st HERE Find what you're looking for. ...

Mar 31, 20262 hr 31 min

‘The Nice Guys’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Rob Mahoney

Bill, Chris, and Rob play a little game called shut up unless you’re me after rewatching Shane Black’s 2016 cult classic ‘The Nice Guys’ starring Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Edaurdo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic This episode is sponsored by Anthropic, the team behind Claude. Try Claude for free today at Claude.ai/rewatchables . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 24, 20261 hr 30 min

A CR Month Mailbag!

Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Craig Horlbeck open up the Rewatchables mailbag and read some listener emails on everything from worst possible movies to see on a date to The Rewatchables Pantheon Pyramid to the worst actor athletic performances of all time. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, Matt Pevic Find what you're looking for. https://www.amazon.com/firetv/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 19, 20261 hr 37 min

‘To Live and Die in L.A.’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey

It’s CR Month, which means it’s time to crank up Wang Chung and take a ride on the wrong side of the road in Los Angeles to revisit William Friedkin’s ‘To Live and Die in L.A.’ starring William L. Petersen, Willem Dafoe, and John Pankow. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/REWATCHABLES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 17, 20262 hr 13 min

‘Fargo’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Kyle Brandt

The Rewatchables crew celebrates "CR Month" by deep-diving into the 1996 crime thriller "Fargo." They explore its tight script, masterful cinematography, and unforgettable performances by William H. Macy, Steve Buscemi, and Frances McDormand. Discussions range from the film's unique portrayal of evil and regional authenticity to the Coen Brothers' signature style and the movie's enduring legacy in cinema.

Mar 10, 20262 hr 2 min

'Sicario' With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey form a special task force and head to El Paso to revisit Denis Villeneuve’s 2015 crime thriller, ‘Sicario,’ starring Emily Blunt, Benicio del Toro, and Josh Brolin. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 03, 20262 hr 6 min

‘Crazy, Stupid, Love’ With Bill Simmons, Van Lathan, and Mina Kimes

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Van Lathan are joined by Mina Kimes and David Lindhagen to revisit the 2011 classic ‘Crazy, Stupid, Love,’ starring Steve Carrell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, and Emma Stone. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, Matt Pevic, and Chris Wohlers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 24, 20261 hr 56 min

‘GoldenEye’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey

Half of everything is luck, the other half is The Rewatchables. The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey revisit the first James Bond film with Pierce Brosnan in ‘GoldenEye’ also starting Sean Bean, Izabella Scorupco, and Famke Janssen. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 20261 hr 49 min

‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’ With Bill Simmons, Zach Lowe, and Craig Horlbeck

If Bill, Zach, and Craig aren’t back in 5 minutes… just wait longer. The guys head down to Miami to investigate Jim Carrey’s breakout film ‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’ also starring Courtney Cox, Sean Young, and Tone Loc. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 10, 20261 hr 48 min

‘Wild Things’ With Bill Simmons, Van Lathan, and Mallory Rubin

People aren't always what they appear to be. Don't forget that. The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Van Lathan, and Mallory Rubin head down to Blue Bay to investigate the 1998 erotic thriller ‘Wild Things,’ starring Matt Dillon, Kevin Bacon, Denise Richards, and Neve Campbell. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 03, 20262 hr 15 min

‘Zodiac’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey pick up a shift at the SF Chronicle as they revisit David Fincher’s mystery-thriller ‘Zodiac’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo, and Robert Downey Jr. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 26, 20262 hr 54 min

‘Another 48 Hrs’ With Bill Simmons Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan

When you’ve been in prison as long as we have, you remember every last quote from ‘Another 48 Hrs.’ starring Eddie Murphy and Nick Nolte. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 22, 20261 hr 47 min

‘Just One of the Guys’ With Bill Simmons, Kyle Brandt, and Joanna Robinson

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Joanna Robinson are joined by Kyle Brandt to pursue a career in journalism after they revisit the 1985 teen comedy ‘Just One of the Guys,’ starring Joyce Hyser, Clayton Rohner, and Billy Jayne. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 20, 20262 hr 2 min

'What Lies Beneath’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Mallory Rubin

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Mallory Rubin sail up to Vermont for a sleepy weekend at the Spencer residence to rewatch the 2000 horror mystery ‘What Lies Beneath’ starring Harrison Ford and Michelle Pfeiffer. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 14, 20261 hr 44 min

A 2026 Rewatchables Mailbag

Bill is joined by Chris Ryan and Craig Horlbeck to read listener submissions for new categories as we gear up for 2026 on The Rewatchables. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 06, 20261 hr 51 min

‘F1’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan

The Rewatchables crew breaks down 'F1,' praising its groundbreaking visuals and thrilling theatrical experience that drew audiences back to cinemas. They explore its production challenges, Brad Pitt's iconic performance, and how the film modernizes classic sports movie tropes while also serving as a commercial for Formula One racing. The discussion also delves into Jerry Bruckheimer's producing legacy and director Joseph Kosinski's rise as an action filmmaker.

Dec 23, 20251 hr 46 min

‘The Sure Thing’ With Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan

Bill and Chris honor Rob Reiner by revisiting one of their favorite ’80s movies, ‘The Sure Thing,’ starring John Cusack and Daphne Zuniga and directed by Rob Reiner. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 18, 20251 hr 13 min

‘High Fidelity’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Rob Mahoney

What came first, the music or the misery? The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Joanna Robinson, and Rob Mahoney pick up a shift at Championship Vinyl to revisit ‘High Fidelity,’ starring John Cusack, Jack Black, Lisa Bonet, Iben Hjejle, and Todd Louiso. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Thomas A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Dec 16, 20252 hr 11 min

‘Shampoo’ With Bill Simmons, Cameron Crowe, and Sean Fennessey

Bill Simmons and Sean Fennessey welcome writer-director Cameron Crowe to delve into his chosen rewatchable, the 1975 film 'Shampoo.' They discuss its layered themes beyond a sex comedy, including political relevance and societal change in the late 60s, and unpack Warren Beatty's enigmatic performance. Crowe also shares personal anecdotes about Beatty and reveals how 'Shampoo' indirectly shaped elements of 'Almost Famous.'

Dec 09, 20252 hr 11 min

‘Rocky II’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan feel like a Kentucky Fried idiot after rewatching their 12th Sylvester Stallone movie on The Rewatchables, ‘Rocky II,’ also starring Carl Weathers and Talia Shire. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 02, 20251 hr 52 min

‘Two for the Money’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Cousin Sal

Uh-oh, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Cousin Sal are gambling again! The guys fire up their favorite Monday night parlay after revisiting the 2005 sports thriller ‘Two for the Money,’ starring Matthew McConaughey, Al Pacino, and Rene Russo. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Through the Subaru Share the Love® Event, Subaru and our retailers donate to charity for every new vehicle purchased or leased. Learn more about the charities Subaru and our retailers sup...

Nov 25, 20251 hr 46 min

‘Weird Science’ With Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt

There's going to be sex, drugs, rock ’n’ roll, chips, dips, chains, whips … your basic Rewatchables episode. The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt revisit John Hughes’s 1985 hit ‘Weird Science,’ starring Anthony Michael Hall, Kelly LeBrock, and Ilan Mitchell-Smith. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with the Personal Price Plan®. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there®. Learn more abou...

Nov 18, 20251 hr 47 min
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