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Army of Darkness

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:14:05 GMT

🎙️ Franchise Addicts – Army of Darkness (1992)
The boomstick is back! Luke, Chris, and our returning guest Sam dive headfirst into Sam Raimi’s Army of Darkness — the wild, hilarious, and totally unhinged third entry in the Evil Dead saga. We break down Ash’s evolution from survivor to swaggering action hero, the genius of Raimi’s practical effects and slapstick horror, and why Army of Darkness still stands as one of the most quotable cult films ever made.

💀 Expect plenty of laughs, a few deep cuts into Raimi’s film style, and maybe even a little love for Evil Ash.

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Live Free or Die Hard

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:34:56 GMT

We finally made it to the fourth installment of the Die Hard Franchise, Live Free or Die Hard. The action movie that gives you the choice between the ideal ways to live and die in one title. This episode goes off the rails multiple times, but we eventually find the tracks to break down this 2007 attempt at a franchise revival scene-by-scene to cover all that this movie has to offer.

Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:43:00 GMT

The boys have out-smarted Skynet and have figured out a way to watch the third movie in the Terminator Franchise, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines. We cover why franchises typically break down at this point of the series, why this movie has more symbolism and social commentary than you'd think, and ultimately decide if this is the last good Terminator movie.

Evil Dead II Pt. 3 - IS EVIL DEAD II BAD??

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 21:00:00 GMT

Chris jumps on to give his analysis of Evil Dead Part II and Luke has to defend this cult classic.

Watch: https://youtu.be/oWgbFnd_cIg

Before Sunset

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:59:51 GMT

We're back walking and talking about the second movie in our "Before" trilogy Before Sunset. An all time sequel that brings our favorite couple back together again to rehash and build upon everything that happened on that fateful night 9 years ago and everything they missed in between. A truly mesmerizing movie that makes you question what is true love and what would you give up to try and capture it one more time.

Batman Begins

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 15:28:46 GMT

We return to the Batman universe with our fifth episode in the franchise, where we celebrate the iconic start of Christopher Nolan's trilogy: Batman Begins (2005). Chris and Luke discuss the impeccably written first hour of the movie, the different versions of Fear that Bruce Wayne/Batman must face, the beginning of the Nolan Batman ending problem, and so much more. Also, we are joined by a Special Guest, the Boss man himself, Bruce Springsteen at the end of the show to discuss his thoughts on the crime and corruption in Gotham City. You don't want to miss this!

The Dark Knight Rises

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:31:15 GMT

We've made it to the end of the Nolan Batman-verse with his final installment, the 2012 film, The Dark Knight Rises. Chris and Luke are joined by our good friend Sam to break down the conclusion to the trilogy within the franchise. Lines were drawn on this episode and sides were taken as we discuss whether this movie is a proper conclusion for the trilogy or just a bunch of nonsense. Does the Bane voice bother you? Well then stay tuned because you're going to be hearing it non-stop. Fish Stick Water!

Alien V Predator: Requiem

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 19:29:05 GMT

Listen as Luke and Chris discuss the second of the Alien V Predator movies, Alien V Predator: Requiem. We discuss the meaning of the word Requiem, the slasher movie characteristics of the film, and potentially one of the greatest endings in Alien Franchise history.

Evil Dead (2013)

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:26:45 GMT

Chris and Luke are joined by the boys from The MCU's Bleeding Edge to discuss Fede Alvarez's 2013 remake of The Evil Dead. Is it a worthy remake? Listen to find out!

Aliens

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 18:54:10 GMT

Listen as Chris and Like discuss Aliens, the second film in the Alien Franchise. They discuss the differences between the Theatrical and Special edition, Director James Cameron, Bill Paxton’s energy, and much more.

Eddington (2025)

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:56:11 GMT

Ari Aster's Eddington defies genre — and in this episode, we follow it into the woods. Grief, fire, ritual, and one of the year’s most haunting final shots. We break down the film’s strange structure, layered themes, and ask: did Aster just make his most personal movie yet?

Batman Forever

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 16:32:37 GMT

We're back with the third movie in the Batman Franchise, the misunderstood masterpiece (????) Batman Forever. Luke and Chris are joined by their first guest in Franchise Addicts history, Nick Danola, to discuss the courageous Val Kilmer performance in this movie, the failure of Two Face, the camp of Jim Carey, and so much more!

Joker: Folie a Deux

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 18:19:15 GMT

We are taking a short break from the Batman Franchise to cover the new Joker movie; Joker: Folie a Deux. We open the show with a brief discussion of the 2019 Joker movie and then proceed to give a spoiler free review of the new movie. Come back after seeing the film for our Spoiler section that begins around the 25 min mark.

Prometheus

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 21:23:24 GMT

Listen as Luke and Chris discuss the seventh movie in the Alien Franchise, Prometheus. This is a huge episode as we take on the first movie of the Ridley Scott come back. We talk about life, death, where we come from, THE BIG QUESTIONS. We also talk about special snakes, flamethrowers, a guy named Kroft, and so much more.

March Movie and TV Recommendations

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 21:02:14 GMT

On this episode the Franchise Addicts break from their mold and give you some recommendations for Movies and TV shows that we are watching in addition to the Franchises that we cover.

Discussed:

Nickel Boys

Better Man

Presence

The Monkey

The Apprentice

The Pitt

Severence

The White Lotus

SAS Rogue Heroes

And much more!

Evil Dead II Pt. 2 - Luke and Andres Talk Movies

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Part 2 of our Evil Dead II coverage! Luke and Andres talk through and rank some of their favorite movies.

Watch: https://youtu.be/rNlWLF4vP34

Batman Franchise Finale

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:25:07 GMT

This is the final episode for the Batman Franchise and we have a great three part episode to wrap everything up. In the first part Luke and Chris welcome our friend Ben to the show to fantasy draft elements from the Batman movies. In the second part, Luke and Chris go back through all of their ratings for the Batman movies and give their final rankings of all the movies. Finally, in part three, the boys reveal the winner of the Facebook poll and the next Franchise that they will be covering, starting next week!

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple — Franchise Addicts Are Back

Franchise Addicts — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 20:52:32 GMT

The Franchise Addicts are back from hiatus and diving straight into the latest entry in the 28 Days Later franchise. Luke and Chris break down 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Nia DaCosta's blood-soaked sequel that splits its story between a 12-year-old trapped in a satanic cult and a man building a friendship with the monster he should be running from. Ralph Fiennes, Jack O'Connell, the Jimmys, and that ending. Fresh reactions, no filter.

New episodes weekly. Next up: Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.

A Good Day to Die Hard

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:47:53 GMT

Coming off the screaming success of our Live Free or Die Hard episode we bring you the fifth and final episode in our Die Hard series, A Good Day to Die Hard. This movie is short, and so is the episode! But don't you worry, we cover it all in minute by minute detail. Yippie-ki-Goodbye to Die Hard.

Alien: Covenant

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:44:32 GMT

Listen as Luke and Chris discuss the eighth movie of the Alien Franchise, Alien: Covenant. We have finally made it to the last movie of the franchise before the release of Alien: Romulus. In this episode we discuss not old Mr. Weyland, Walter the American David, classic opera and poetry, and so much more.

Alien 3

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:52:51 GMT

Join Chris and Luke as we discuss the merits of Alien 3. Is it good, is it bad? Why does David Fincher hate it? Is the Assembly Cut the definitive version? We get into all of that and much more.

Evil Dead Rise (2023)

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:22:13 GMT

The Necronomicon opens one last time. 💀

Join Luke and Chris as they close the book on the Evil Dead franchise with Evil Dead Rise (2023) — the blood-soaked, high-rise horror that took the series to terrifying new heights. We dig into Lee Cronin’s direction, the gory practical effects, that infamous cheese grater scene, and how this movie connects to the legacy of Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell.

🎬 What We Cover:

The evolution of Evil Dead from cabin horror to urban nightmare
Easter eggs and callbacks to Raimi’s original trilogy
The meaning behind the “three Books of the Dead”
Our favorite kills and practical effect moments
How Rise fits into modern horror’s revival

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The Evil Dead (1981)
Evil Dead II (1987)
Army of Darkness (1992)
Evil Dead (2013)
Evil Dead Rise (2023) – You’re here!

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Before Midnight

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 21:42:41 GMT

We are back with the final installment in Richard Linklater's "Before" trilogy Before Midnight. A fitting conclusion to an exceptional series, this movie tugs at the heart strings and will encourage discussions for many years after its release.

Evil Dead II

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:20:00 GMT

It's Luke without Chris! Oh No!! Luckily Andres The Pop Culture Guy was able to join and they cover everything Evil Dead II.

Watch: https://youtu.be/zobMWdeWmVw

Prey + Killer of Killers — The Franchise Finally Gets It Right

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 11 May 2026 19:22:14 GMT

Luke, Chris, and Peter cover the two best Predator films since the original. Prey takes the hunt back to 1719 with a Comanche warrior who earned the franchise its best reviews in 35 years. Killer of Killers sends Vikings, samurai, and WWII pilots against the Yautja in an animated anthology that builds the first Predator cinematic universe. After weeks of suffering through sequels, the franchise finally delivers. Also: Michael Biehn joins the Predator kill club, Naru's dog is a 4,500-year-old breed, and the post-credits scene changes everything.Live at 8:15pm CT.🎙️ Part of the PodNation Media Network. Available on Roku.SUBSCRIBE for weekly franchise deep-dives, film analysis, and video essays.📍 Find us everywhere:Spotify: Franchise AddictsApple Podcasts: Franchise AddictsYouTube: @FranchiseAddictsLinktree: linktr.ee/podnationpods#Predator #Prey #KillerOfKillers #AmberMidthunder #DanTrachtenberg #FranchiseAddicts #MoviePodcast #FilmTwitter #PodernFamily #PodcastHQ #PodNationMedia🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6700067129982976

The Evil Dead

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:53:44 GMT

Join Franchise Addicts as we dive into Sam Raimi’s original The Evil Dead — the low-budget horror masterpiece that changed the genre forever.

We’ll be talking:
💀 Raimi’s wild camera tricks and DIY genius
💀 The infamous cabin shoot from hell
💀 Bruce Campbell’s birth as a horror legend

28 Years Later

Franchise Addicts — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 18:30:20 GMT

We wrap our 28 franchise coverage with Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s 28 Years Later. We break down the long-awaited return to a quarantined Britain, the father-son quest to save a sick mother, and the film’s haunting imagery—from infected nests to the eerie bone museum. Expect discussion of new infected types, philosophical themes of death and belonging, and standout performances from Alfie Williams, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes. Don’t miss our favorite moments, MVPs, and final ratings as we close the series—at least until The Bone Temple arrives.

Alien Earth: "Observation" & "In Space, No One..."

Franchise Addicts — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 16:31:32 GMT

This week on Franchise Addicts, we’re doubling up with a deep dive into Episodes 4 and 5 of Alien: Earth.

In Episode 4, Observation, things slow down but get stranger—Wendy begins to “speak” in the language of the Xenomorphs, Nibs shocks everyone with an impossible pregnancy claim, and ethical cracks widen inside Prodigy as Morrow tightens his grip on Slightly. The hybrids aren’t just changing—they’re evolving.

Then Episode 5, In Space, No One…, takes us back to the doomed Maginot in a chilling, feature-length flashback. We see the sabotage that caused the crash, the crew’s desperate fight against facehuggers, ticks, and “the Eye,” and the reveal that Boy Kavalier had a hand in it all. In the end, only Morrow survives, setting up a dangerous alliance with Weyland-Yutani.

We cover it all—alien communication, hybrid horror, corporate betrayal, and one of the most terrifying Alien sequences since the original films.

Alien V Predator

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:22:51 GMT

Listen along as Chris and Luke discuss the first of the Alien V Predator movies. We talk about whether or not this movie is a part of the Alien Franchise canon, is it better than Indiana Jones, and can we finally determine who would win in a fight between a Xenomorph and a Predator.

The Batman

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 23:22:34 GMT

The final Batman movie, that we are covering, is upon us. So lets crank up the Nirvana as we cover Matt Reeve's The Batman. We are joined by a special guest, Luke's brother James, to cover an emo Bruce Wayne, a Zodiac Riddler, and a wise guy Penguin. This film really has everything. And we cover all of it, and so much more.

Alien Earth: "The Fly" & "Emergence"

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:46:26 GMT

Things get darker in Alien: Earth as Episodes 6 and 7 push the hybrids — and their creators — to the breaking point.

We dive into:

Tootles’ shocking death and the swarm of alien flies.
Wendy’s deepening psychic bond with the Xenomorph.
Arthur’s betrayal and the chaos inside Neverland.
The explosive escape attempt and the chilling emergence that sets the stage for the finale.

Join us as we break it all down scene by scene — the horror, the cover-ups, and the moral crossroads at the heart of the Alien universe.

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Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:26:24 GMT

We’re kicking off our Indiana Jones franchise run with a deep dive into Raiders of the Lost Ark – the set pieces, the theology, the pulp serial roots, and why this thing still absolutely cooks in 2024.Joining Luke and Chris on this one is Adam from Movie Magic (www.youtube.com/@moviemagic96), bringing his filmmaker/film-nerd brain to all things Indy:Is this the best Spielberg adventure movie?How does the action staging hold up against modern blockbusters?Where does Raiders rank in the franchise?👇 Let us know in the comments:What’s your favorite Raiders moment, and where do you rank it in the Indy series?

Top Movies of 2025 & Oscar Predictions - And the Award Goes To...

Franchise Addicts — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:32:45 GMT

Luke and Chris step outside the franchise world for a special episode breaking down their favorite films of 2025 and making their Oscar predictions before the big night. From the blockbusters that dominated the box office to the smaller films that deserved more attention, this is the full rundown of a year that turned out to be one of the best in recent memory.

Plus, who's taking home Best Picture? Who got snubbed? And which predictions are going to age terribly?

New episodes weekly. Next up: Mad Max Fury Road.

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End of Year Review | Franchise Addicts Look Back on a Year of Movies

Franchise Addicts — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 18:00:37 GMT

We’re closing out the year by looking back at everything we covered on Franchise Addicts — the franchises, the debates, the surprises, and the episodes that stuck with us.

In this end-of-year episode, we revisit the movies and series we spent the most time with, pick our favorite episodes from the catalog, revisit a few moments we still think about, and allow ourselves one rating mulligan — because opinions evolve.

This isn’t a rankings episode.
It’s a reflection on why these franchises matter, how our perspectives changed, and what it’s like to live with these movies over time.

Franchises discussed include:
Indiana Jones, Alien, The Godfather, Die Hard, Evil Dead, Batman, Terminator, the Before trilogy, 28 Days Later, and more.

Thanks to everyone who listened, commented, argued with us, or quietly followed along this year.

What franchise should we never stop talking about?

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We’re ending the year by stepping back from individual movies and looking at the bigger picture.

In this end-of-year episode of Franchise Addicts, we reflect on the franchises we covered, the episodes that meant the most to us, the conversations that surprised us, and how our opinions evolved over time. Each of us picks our favorite episodes from the catalog, revisits moments that still linger, and exercises one carefully chosen rating mulligan.

This isn’t about lists or hot takes — it’s about memory, context, and why certain movies stay with us long after the credits roll.

Franchises discussed include Indiana Jones, Alien, The Godfather, Die Hard, Evil Dead, Batman, Terminator, the Before trilogy, and more.

Thanks for being part of the conversation this year.

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Before Sunrise

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 19:33:57 GMT

The boys are getting romantic for their next series covering the "Before" trilogy, written and directed by Richard Linklater. We bring on brother James to cover the first movie Before Sunrise and break down the movie as only three guys with limited romantic experiences can. This series is a fun change of pace from our previous action packed franchises and allows you to see a whole new side of The Franchise Addicts.

Die Hard

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:25:35 GMT

The action never stops on Franchise Addicts as we bring you our fourth franchise, Die Hard. In the first episode of our series following the life and times of Officer John McClane we cover 1988's Die Hard.

Mad Max (1979)

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:20:52 GMT

We’re starting 2026 by going back to the beginning with Mad Max.

Before the wasteland. Before the mythology. Before Max became a symbol.This is a small, angry road movie about a world still pretending to function.

We talk about the collapse of law before the collapse of society, the violence that feels more procedural than heroic, and a protagonist who understands exactly what the road will turn him into — and can’t avoid it anyway.

This is where the franchise starts, and it doesn’t look like what people remember.

Franchise Addicts — one franchise, one film at a time.

The Franchise Addicts Top 10 Movies of 2024

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:18:28 GMT

Chris and Luke present their Top 10 lists for movies released in 2024.

Terminator Franchise Finale

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 17:04:24 GMT

We would never leave you during our Holiday break without something to enjoy. The episode begins with a Fantasy Draft selecting characters, scenes, and moments from all the Terminator films. Finally, we conclude with a ranking of all the films in the franchise and of course our Boys to Men in memoriam to the Terminator Franchise.

Strange Darling

Franchise Addicts — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 02:45:53 GMT

Franchise Addicts is coming to you with a non-Franchise movie! We are covering the new Serial Killer Thriller from JT Mollner, Strange Darling. Join us as we discuss the film spoiler free for the first 15 min and then talk through the entire movie for the rest of the show.

Batman Returns

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:56:40 GMT

We're back with the second movie in the Batman Franchise, the wild and weird Batman Returns. Listen as Luke and Chris discuss the origins of the Penguin Boy of Gotham, Batman's DJ skills, Catwoman's sewing and home remodeling ability, Max Shreck's son, and so much more!

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga - Before the Road, Before the Fury

Franchise Addicts — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:24:19 GMT

In this episode of Franchise Addicts, Luke, Chris, and special guest Peter dive into the high-octane prequel Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. We’re concluding our journey through the Wasteland by breaking down George Miller’s latest epic and its place in the legendary franchise.

We explore the fascinating production history of the film, including the "lost" Studio Ghibli-style anime script known as The Peach, and how the visual language of the series shifted with a new cinematographer and the move back to the Australian basin. From the "Sega" energy of the title to the Waterworld comparisons, we’re covering every detail before the road and before the fury.

In this episode, we discuss:

The Anime Origin: The surprising story of how this movie was almost a hand-drawn feature.
Visual Evolution: Comparing the look of Fury Road to the digital landscapes of Furiosa.
The "Vibe" Factor: Is the plot secondary to the atmosphere of the Wasteland?
The Tree Cutter: Peter’s application to join the War Rig (and his questionable work history).

Timestamps:

00:00 — Introduction & The "Saga vs. Sega" Debate
03:44 — The Tree Cutter: Character Deep Dive
09:31 — The Peach: The Studio Ghibli Script That Almost Was
13:24 — Is Furiosa a Waterworld Rip-off?
15:43 — Final Thoughts: "Mad Max is just vibes."

Join the Conversation:What did you think of Anya Taylor-Joy’s take on the character? Does it live up to the legacy of Fury Road? Let us know in the comments!

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One Battle After Another

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:39:18 GMT

We’ve just dropped our in-depth LIVE review of Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another! Join us as we unpack:

The bold opening raid and what it sets up
DiCaprio, Teyana Taylor, Sean Penn — performances worth spotlighting
The film’s tonal balance: absurdity, satire, and political urgency
Father-daughter dynamics, past revolution, and moral contradictions
How this film lands within PTA’s filmography

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Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: Bonus Episode w/ Talkin' TV

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:32:22 GMT

Welcome back to Franchise Addicts!

Today Luke sits down with Dominic from Talkin’ TV — your #1 source for behind-the-scenes insights and bold takes on the movies and TV you love. Together, they dig into Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade for a special bonus episode filled with deep cuts, behind-the-scenes trivia, character breakdowns, and why this film still stands tall in the franchise.

From Sean Connery’s legendary turn as Henry Jones Sr. to Spielberg’s pulpy adventure filmmaking firing on all cylinders, this episode dives into why Last Crusade remains not just a fan favorite — but a genuine masterpiece of blockbuster storytelling.

If you’ve been following our Indy franchise coverage, this is the perfect extra chapter.

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Temple of Doom

Franchise Addicts — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:19:28 GMT

Is this the darkest Indy? Short Round supremacy? And how did this movie help invent PG-13? We dig into Spielberg’s 1984 prequel—set pieces, pulp vibes, what still works (and what doesn’t), and where Temple of Doom lands in our Indy rankings.

What we cover

Shanghai opener, poisoned deal, and the wild raft drop
Pankot Palace: dinner scene, secret passages, bug tunnel, spike room
Thuggee cult, Black Sleep, and that mine-cart masterclass
Rope-bridge finale & why the staging still sings
Trivia: prequel timeline, PG-13 origins, Ke Huy Quan’s casting, miniatures & stunts

Alien: Resurrection

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 20:57:17 GMT

Listen as Luke and Chris discuss the fourth film of the "Quadrilogy" Alien: Resurrection. In this truly terrible film we cover space basketball, French directors and actors, the merits of "Josh" Whedon's writing, and so much more!

Alien Earth: Season 1 Finale "The Real Monsters"

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:01:03 GMT

The end has arrived. In this special finale episode of Franchise Addicts, we dive into the shocking conclusion of FX & Hulu’s Alien: Earth.

We cover it all:

Wendy’s final bond with the Xenomorph
Betrayals, survival, and the bloody escape attempt
The fate of Arthur, Nibs, and the hybrids
What this finale means for the future of the Alien franchise

This is our exclusive early listen of the finale breakdown — available first here on YouTube before it drops on podcast feeds.

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The Godfather Part 3

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:40:38 GMT

Franchise Addicts concludes its deep dive into The Godfather trilogy with Francis Ford Coppola’s re-edited swan song, The Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone. Chris and Luke return to break down the film’s long-maligned legacy, its thematic redirection, and the quiet power of its tragic ending.

We discuss the Vatican intrigue, the echoes of Fredo’s death, and what the new structure reveals about Michael’s final reckoning. Plus: is this movie actually better than people remember—or still a flawed farewell?

💬 Join us for a reappraisal of the most misunderstood chapter in mafia cinema.

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Terminator: Genisys and Terminator: Dark Fate

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:21:31 GMT

We're back and combining the last two entries in the Terminator Franchise into one episode, 2015 Terminator: Genisys and 2019 Terminator: Dark Fate. Listen to find out which one of these movies the boys like and which one they think should be annihilated by the future robots. This turns into a very hot and contentious episode about halfway through and the opinions start flying. We may need to send back our own T-1000 to make sure this episode never gets released.

Mad Max: Fury Road — What a Lovely Day | Franchise Addicts

Franchise Addicts — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:35:25 GMT

Four hosts. One War Rig. Luke, Chris, returning guest Peter, and special guest Dominic from Talkin TV take on the greatest action movie of the century. Mad Max: Fury Road is George Miller's masterpiece, made 30 years after Thunderdome by a 70-year-old director who embarrassed every action filmmaker half his age. Is this Furiosa's movie more than Max's? Is Nux the real hero? How did Miller make Happy Feet and then come back and make this? And is Fury Road the best action movie of the 21st century?

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Alien

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 14:17:00 GMT

Listen as Chris and Luke discuss Alien, the first film in the Alien Franchise. They break down the movie scene by scene and touch on Director Ridley Scott, Visual Designer H.R. Giger, their favorite performances from the movie, and much more.

Terminator Salvation

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:41:49 GMT

Crazy episode this week. Chris begins with a rant on a lost recording. And then the guys get around to explaining why they are covering Terminator Salvation instead of Terminator 3. We then eventually talk about the fourth movie in the Terminator Franchise, Terminator Salvation. A Christian Bale starring vehicle that finds out the hard way, you can't just rehash things from past movies, in order to make a new movie. We are all Amateurs.

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

Franchise Addicts — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:49:16 GMT

In this episode of Franchise Addicts, we dive headfirst into one of the most controversial blockbusters of the 21st century: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008).

Set in the Cold War era, Crystal Skull sees Indiana Jones pulled into a Soviet conspiracy involving a mysterious crystal skull, ancient civilizations, secret military experiments, and the lost city of Akator. Directed by Steven Spielberg and produced by George Lucas, the film marked Harrison Ford’s return to the iconic role nearly 20 years after The Last Crusade — and instantly split fans down the middle.

We break down the entire plot, analyze the alien vs. mythology debate, discuss the infamous “nuke the fridge” scene, the introduction of Mutt Williams, the return of Marion Ravenwood, and whether the movie’s sci-fi turn fundamentally misunderstands what makes Indiana Jones work. We also examine the film’s historical inspirations, cinematography choices, heavy use of CGI, and how Crystal Skull reflects 1950s Atomic Age paranoia and B-movie science fiction.

Is Kingdom of the Crystal Skull an underrated adventure weighed down by internet backlash — or a miscalculation that lost the soul of the franchise? Where does it rank among the Indiana Jones films, and how does it compare to Raiders of the Lost Ark, Temple of Doom, The Last Crusade, and Dial of Destiny?

Whether you love it, hate it, or still argue about aliens, refrigerators, and monkeys, this episode is a full, honest reassessment of Indiana Jones 4 — no nostalgia goggles required.

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Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome — Three Men Enter, One Man Leaves

Franchise Addicts — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:13:03 GMT

Luke, Chris, and the return of Peter take on Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome, the strangest entry in the franchise and the first film George Miller made without his producing partner Byron Kennedy. Is this secretly two different movies? Why does Tina Turner disappear for 40 minutes? Did Tupac really shoot California Love on the Bartertown set? And how does Max go from road warrior to reluctant messiah for a tribe of lost children?

Three themes. Zero structure. All chaos.

New episodes weekly. Next up: Mad Max Fury Road.

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Terminator 2: Judgement Day

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:08:12 GMT

We are Terminating again with the monumental second film in the Terminator Franchise, Terminator 2: Judgement Day. Chris and Luke are joined by their good friend Paul to cover one of the best action movies of all time, and the true highlight of this Franchise.

Alien: Romulus

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 02:08:26 GMT

We did it! We saw Alien: Romulus, the ninth movie in the Alien Franchise. Chris and Luke start off the episode giving a spoiler free overview of the movie and then hit full spoilers at the 18:05 mark. Join us as we cover our first in theater movie of the franchise and give our instant reactions to this brand new movie!

Batman & Robin

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 13:55:42 GMT

We are at the end of our run of 90s Batman movies with the turd of all turds, Batman & Robin. The Batman Franchise would not recover from this until 2005, but Luke and Chris have a fun time running through all the problems with this terrible movie. Come for Mr Freeze's chilling one-liners and stay for our conversations about the Menedez Brothers, concussions leading to crimes, Asian Take-out and Coffee in TV shows and Films, and so much more!

Die Hard With a Vengeance

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 22:28:49 GMT

Vengeance, is what we are dying for, in this third installment in the Die Hard Franchise. John McClain is back and this time he is racing around New York, trying to stop the evil plan of a mysterious, but familiar, terrorist. Join Chris, Luke, and James as they try to follow all the rules that Simon said.

Alien Franchise Finale

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 14:22:14 GMT

In the Final episode for the Alien Franchise Chris and Luke wrap up their thoughts on all of the Alien movies. We begin with a draft of our favorite parts of the Franchise, re-rank the movies, and allow Boys 2 Men to carry us through all of our favorite memories. We will miss you Alien, but we will be back next week with our first episode for the next Franchise (announced at the end of this show).

The Dark Knight

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 18:13:38 GMT

We're back with the sixth episode of the Batman Franchise, Christopher Nolan's superhero masterpiece, The Dark Knight. We cover everything from the greatest opening in film history, to the extraction of Lau from Hong Kong. Listen along and let us know what your Favorite Scene is, who your favorite performance is, and ultimately, your overall MVP for (potentially) the best Superhero Movie of all time.

The Terminator

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:29:07 GMT

We're back with a brand new Franchise! This week we break down the first movie in the Terminator Franchise, James Cameron's breakthrough smash hit The Terminator. Join Chris and Luke as they break down Arnold as the bad guy, having a reptile as a pet, Tech Noir, and so much more!

Franchise Addicts: Predator (1987) - If it bleeds, we can kill it.

Franchise Addicts — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:58:41 GMT

In this live-stream recording, the Franchise Addicts crew—Luke, Chris, and the team—trek deep into the jungle to hunt down the 1987 masterpiece that defined a generation of sci-fi horror: Predator.Join the Hunt:Who was your favorite member of Dutch's team? And honestly—if you were in the jungle, would you have "gotten to the choppa" in time? Let us know in the comments!Subscribe to Franchise Addicts for more deep dives into the films that shaped our obsession with cinema.#Predator #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #FranchiseAddicts #80sMovies #SciFiHorror #MoviePodcast #GetToTheChoppa #StanWinston #ActionMovies #MovieReview #ClassicCinema

Mad Max: The Road Warrior - Western or Post Apocalypse Movie?

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:35:08 GMT

Is Mad Max: The Road Warrior a post-apocalyptic movie or a Western in disguise? Luke and guests Peter and Andres dig into the 1981 sequel that spawned an entire genre of leather-clad wasteland cinema.

In this episode:

The case for Road Warrior being the greatest quality jump from movie one to movie two in film history
Why Max only has 12 lines of dialogue (and two of them are "I just came for the gasoline")
The genius budget trick behind the Gyro Captain character
How the costume design tells you everything about who's good and who's bad
Lord Humongous's incredible line delivery
Why the final chase scene should have had audiences losing their minds in the 80s

Plus: Dog the Dog's rescue story, George Miller's unceremonious villain deaths, and Luke's promise to recap Shooter from memory if the channel hits 200 subscribers.

Ratings: Luke 8.5 | Peter 9 | Andres 10

Next week: Beyond Thunderdome

The Brutalist

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 01:08:28 GMT

We're taking a quick break from our Die Hard series to give you a preview and analysis for a brand new movie The Brutalist. The first 5-10 min of the show are spoiler free, so we encourage you to listen and decide whether you think this future Oscar nominee is worth checking out when it goes to wide release. The rest of the show covers Luke and Chris's reaction and thoughts about the movie.

Don't worry, Die Hard will return next week!

The Predator Trifecta — Three Sequels, No Schwarzenegger | Franchise Addicts

Franchise Addicts — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:09:37 GMT

Luke, Chris, and Peter attempt to survive three Predator sequels in one night. Predator 2 moves the hunt to 1990s LA with Danny Glover and Gary Busey. Predators drops Adrien Brody on an alien planet and asks you to believe he's an action star. The Predator brings back Shane Black, the guy who wrote bad jokes in the original, to direct an entire movie that somehow makes even less sense than his jokes did. Three movies. No Arnold. One episode. Pray for us.

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Alien Earth: Neverland and Mr. October

Franchise Addicts — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:08:30 GMT

We break down Alien: Earth’s explosive two-part premiere—Neverland and Mr. October. Chris and Luke started their journey with the Alien Movie Franchise when this Podcast first began and we are back a year later to cover Alien's attempt at the small screen. We'll be joining you weekly to cover every episode of this series!

Die Hard 2

Franchise Addicts — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:57:40 GMT

We are Dying Harder in our coverage of the Die Hard Franchise. The second movies in these action franchises usually up the ante and this movie is no exception, bringing John McClain from a business Tower to an Air Traffic Control Tower. Die Hard 2 may not have the prestige of the first film but it still kicks butt and we talk all about it!

28 Weeks Later

Franchise Addicts — Sat, 05 Jul 2025 15:34:12 GMT

Our latest Franchise Addicts episode is out now! This time, Luke and Chris wade into the chaotic, bleaker-than-ever sequel 28 Weeks Later.

We dig deep on:
✅ That controversial opening scene
✅ How the franchise takes shortcuts (for better or worse)
✅ Don’s betrayal—cowardice or survival?
✅ The military’s hard-line “solution”
✅ Robert Carlyle’s scenery-chewing
✅ Rose Byrne and Jeremy Renner before the big Marvel checks
✅ The ending that hints at global doom

The Godfather Part 2

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 23 May 2025 21:42:13 GMT

Luke and Chris return to the Corleone saga with Francis Ford Coppola’s epic sequel The Godfather Part II. They unpack the film’s complex structure, its reputation as the greatest sequel of all time, and the descent of Michael Corleone from reluctant heir to isolated kingpin. Along the way, they explore Fredo’s tragic arc, Hyman Roth’s manipulative brilliance, and Vito’s rise through turn-of-the-century New York. From family dinners to political assassinations, this episode dives deep into the moral ambiguity and cinematic mastery of a film that redefined the American crime epic. Plus: why Tom Hagen might actually be the devil, and a bold theory for skipping Part III entirely.

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Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:41:42 GMT

Franchise Addicts dives into Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade — the Spielberg classic that brought Indy back to his roots, reunited him with his father, and delivered one of the most beloved adventure films ever made.

In this episode, Luke, Chris, super fan Peter, and returning guest Andres break down the film scene by scene: the prologue, River Phoenix’s intro, the Venice chase, the Brotherhood of the Cruciform Sword, the tank sequence, the Grail trials, and everything in between.

We cover:

Why Last Crusade works as a course-correction to Temple of Doom

The dynamic between Harrison Ford and Sean Connery (and the improv that shaped it)

Behind-the-scenes stories you haven’t heard on other pods

Spielberg and Lucas’ debates about tone, pacing, and the Grail mythology

Why this might be the funniest (and most emotional) Indy film

Our rankings so far in the franchise

If you love Indiana Jones, Spielberg deep dives, or adventure-movie filmmaking, this episode is for you.

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28 Days Later

Franchise Addicts — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:11:59 GMT

The Godfather trilogy is in the rearview mirror… and the streets are eerily empty.

This week, Luke and Chris plunge into the infected, adrenaline-fueled nightmare of 28 Days Later (2002), kicking off a bold new franchise journey. They break down Danny Boyle’s genre-redefining horror film from scene one, discussing its radical production style, the haunting use of Winston Castle, Cillian Murphy’s iconic (if inconsistent) hair, and the raw emotional stakes at the heart of this apocalyptic story. Along the way, they dig into Alex Garland’s writing, the moral rot of Major West, and why the film’s second half feels like a descent into something even darker than zombies—us.

Plus: behind-the-scenes facts, the real-world virus that inspired the story, and philosophical riffs from Nietzsche and Pauline Kael. The Famous Philosophers Review Modern Film segment returns.

Next week: 28 Weeks Later. But for now, rage is the virus—and this episode is your first dose.

The Godfather

Franchise Addicts — Sat, 17 May 2025 15:40:22 GMT

🎥 Franchise Addicts is back—with the godfather of all franchises. In this episode, Luke and Chris dive deep into The Godfather (1972), unpacking its legacy, themes, and iconic moments. One of them saw it for the first time. The other grew up with it. Together, they explore what makes this film a pillar of modern cinema—from Brando's quiet menace to the rise of Pacino's Michael. A perfect mix of reverence and irreverence.

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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:04:58 GMT

In this episode of Franchise Addicts, we take on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny — the final chapter in one of cinema’s most iconic franchises.

Set decades after his last adventure, Dial of Destiny finds Indiana Jones aging, isolated, and wrestling with a world that no longer needs him. When an ancient artifact tied to time itself resurfaces, Indy is pulled into a story that forces him to confront legacy, loss, and whether history still has room for heroes.

We break down the full plot, the controversial use of time travel, the Archimedes reveal, the return of Marion Ravenwood, and the film’s meditative tone compared to earlier entries like Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Last Crusade, and Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. We also debate whether Dial of Destiny delivers a fitting ending — or misunderstands what made Indiana Jones endure in the first place.

Is this a thoughtful farewell, or a film more interested in reflection than adventure? Does the franchise benefit from aging its hero, or does it lose something essential in the process?

This episode isn’t about nostalgia — it’s about reckoning.

Batman 1989

Franchise Addicts — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:04:24 GMT

We are excited to announce our new Franchise! Listen along as Luke and Chris kick off their new Franchise Series on the Batman movies with Tim Burton's first Batman film. We discuss the Keaton and Nicholson pairing, how this movie impacted a young Chris's psychology, defacing classic art, the dark side of Bruce Wayne's dating life, and so much more!

Alien Earth: Metamorphosis

Franchise Addicts — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:07:17 GMT

This week on Franchise Addicts, we dive into Episode 3 of Alien: Earth, “Metamorphosis.” The hybrids face new fractures, corporate greed sharpens its teeth, and the Xenomorph threat only grows darker.

We break it all down:

Wendy’s desperate fight to save her brother Hermit—and the psychic aftermath that follows.
Boy’s triumph at securing specimens, Kirsh’s grotesque experiments, and Curly’s simmering resentment.
Morrow’s betrayal, as he uploads critical alien data and secretly makes his move toward Weyland-Yutani.

From facehugger dissections to family bonds under siege, Episode 3 raises the stakes on every front. Join us as we unravel the shifting alliances, the power plays, and the creeping horror at the heart of Alien: Earth.