JAN 618: KPop Demon Hunters (2025) Review - WBD Picks Netflix Over Paramount (12/10/25)
Release Date: 12/10/2025
JAN 636: Sorcerer (1977) Review - Supergirl and Masters of the Universe Trailers (04/08/26)
The Jock and Nerd Podcast
This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys break down a fresh batch of trailers including Supergirl, Masters of the Universe, and A24’s mysterious Backrooms. They also check in on the latest weekend box office and what it means for the current movie landscape. Then they revisit a classic with their review of Sorcerer (1977), diving into why the film still holds up and how it compares to modern thrillers. In What Are We Watching, they share thoughts on Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, 28 Years Later: Bone Temple, and more, including The Drama, Jury Duty: Company Retreat, and some wild...
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JAN 635: They Will Kill You (2026) Review - Moana and Harry Potter Trailers (04/01/26)
The Jock and Nerd Podcast
This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, the guys break down a stacked week of trailers and movie news! They react to the latest looks at Moana, The Furious (2026), The End of Oak Street, and the first teaser for HBO Max’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Plus, updates on The Punisher: One Last Kill, a new Lord of the Rings film in development, and a fun discussion on actors turning 50 in 2026. Then it’s time for their full review of They Will Kill You (2026), diving into what works, what doesn’t, and whether it’s worth your time. In What Are We Watching, they share thoughts...
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JAN 634: Project Hail Mary (2026) Review - Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Dune 3 Trailers (03/25/26)
The Jock and Nerd Podcast
This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we celebrate 11 years of podcasting with a packed episode! We react to two of the most anticipated trailers of the year with breakdowns of Dune 3 (2026) and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. We also discuss why Zendaya is set to dominate 2026, take a look at evolving trailer release strategies, and examine the latest Oscar ratings numbers. Then we dive into our full review of Project Hail Mary (2026), breaking down how the adaptation stacks up and whether it delivers on the hype. We wrap things up with News From The Nation and What Are We Watching?, featuring...
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JAN 633: Director Tier List - Oscars Recap (03/18/26)
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This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we recap the 98th Academy Awards, breaking down the biggest winners, surprises, and moments from Hollywood’s biggest night. We also cover the latest movie news, including Arnold Schwarzenegger teaming with Christopher McQuarrie for a new Conan the Barbarian film and the unfortunate cancellation of Hulu’s planned Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot starring Sarah Michelle Gellar. Then we dive into a massive Director Tier List, ranking some of the most influential filmmakers in movie history. From legends like Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Stanley...
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JAN 632: The Bride! (2026) Review - Oscars Final Predictions (03/11/26)
The Jock and Nerd Podcast
This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, YouTuber returns to break down his final predictions for the 98th Academy Awards. We discuss the biggest storylines of the awards season, analyze the full slate of Best Picture nominees, and make our picks for the major categories including Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, Actor, Actress, Director, and Best Picture. We also react to the first teaser for DC Studios’ Lanterns series on HBO Max before diving into our full review of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride! (2026). ⏱️ Timestamps This week on the show! (0:00) Welcome to The Jock and...
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JAN 631: Box Office Movie Draft - Paramount Wins Bidding War For WB (03/04/26)
The Jock and Nerd Podcast
This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the massive $111 billion megamerger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount, what it means for the future of Hollywood, and how it could reshape the movie landscape. We also discuss Paramount tapping Max Landis to write a new G.I. Joe movie, Sony’s plans to reboot its Spider-Man Universe, and the latest updates in the Oscar race following the PGA and SAG Award winners. Then it’s time for one of our favorite annual segments: the 2026 Box Office Movie Draft, where we compete to assemble the strongest slate of upcoming films and...
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JAN 630: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Review - The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer (02/25/26)
The Jock and Nerd Podcast
This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we react to the latest The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer along with new previews for Toy Story 5, Normal, and the House of the Dragon Season 3 teaser. We also break down the BAFTA Awards results, discuss a controversial moment during the ceremony, and talk about the upcoming Rousey vs. Carano Netflix MMA fight event. Then we dive into our full Season 1 review of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, exploring how the latest Westeros story stacks up within the Game of Thrones universe. We wrap things up with What Are We Watching?, featuring a mix of historical...
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JAN 629: Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die (2026) Review - Spider-Noir Trailer (02/18/26)
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This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we break down the first trailer for Spider-Noir and discuss Sony’s announcement that Spider-Gwen and Spider-Punk spin-off movies are officially in active development. We also react to the latest controversy surrounding a new AI video generator that’s sparking major backlash across Hollywood. Then we deliver our full review of Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die (2026), discussing where it lands among recent releases and whether it lives up to its buzz. We wrap things up with What Are We Watching?, featuring a mix of new releases, sequels, cult classics,...
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JAN 628: Any Given Sunday (1999) Review - Big Game Trailers (02/11/26)
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This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we react to Super Bowl 60 and break down all the biggest Big Game trailers and spots, including The Mandalorian and Grogu, Supergirl, Project Hail Mary, Scream 7, Disclosure Day, and more. We also discuss Netflix news, including The Adventures of Cliff Booth, a new War Machine trailer, and major Disney leadership changes as Josh D’Amaro is named the company’s next CEO. Then we dive into a full review of Any Given Sunday (1999), Oliver Stone’s hard-hitting football drama. We wrap up with What Are We Watching?, featuring a mix of new movies, prestige...
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JAN 627: Wonder Man Review - Michael and Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Trailers (02/04/26)
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This week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, we look ahead to the biggest trailers expected during the Super Bowl before reacting to several major reveals, including the first official trailer for Michael (2026), a first look at The Beatles, and the teaser for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2. We also discuss a surprising story about a YouTuber’s movie nearly opening at number one at the box office. Then we dive into our full review of Wonder Man (2026), breaking down how Marvel’s latest series fits into the MCU. We wrap things up with What Are We Watching?, featuring recent films and streaming...
info_outlineThis week on The Jock and Nerd Podcast, Netflix officially wins the $82.7 billion bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery, and we break down what this mega-deal means for the industry. We also discuss Scarlett Johansson circling The Batman 2, Marvel re-releasing Avengers: Endgame in 2026, AMC’s new Popcorn Pass, a theatrical Stranger Things finale, and possible new trailers for Supergirl and Avengers: Doomsday. Then, we review the wild new animated action-comedy KPop Demon Hunters (2025) before diving into News From The Nation and a packed “What Are We Watching?” segment, including The Boys S5 trailer, Park Chan-wook’s No Other Choice, IT, Euphoria, and more!
Timestamps:
- This week on the show! (0:00)
- Welcome to The Jock and Nerd Podcast! (1:07)
- Netflix & Warner Bros. Discovery Confirm $82.7B Mega-Deal (2:13)
- Scarlett Johansson in Talks for The Batman 2 (25:24)
- AVENGERS: ENDGAME Returning to Theaters in 2026 (29:16)
- Supergirl and/or Avengers: Doomsday Trailer This Week? (31:30)
- AMC Popcorn Pass (33:08)
- Stranger Things Finale in Theaters (36:30)
- Promos (38:45)
- Join The Patreon Fan Club! (39:53)
- KPop Demon Hunters (2025) Review (41:02)
- News From The Nation (1:30:11)
- What Are We Watching? (1:32:05)
Discussed in What Are We Watching:
The Boys S5 trailer, Park Chan-wook’s No Other Choice, Troll 2 and Jay Kelly on Netflix, IT (Parts 1 & 2), IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO Max), Euphoria S1 (HBO), Sean Combs: The Reckoning (Netflix), Good Sports (Prime Video)
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