The Movie Defenders

The Movie Defenders is a podcast which discusses the positive aspects of popular movies. Most movie review podcasts spend the entire time tearing down the movies you love instead of celebrating them. We take popular movies that have been ridiculed by critics and defend them. Come listen to a fun discussion of the movies you love, or perhaps re-consider a movie again that you didn't like as much as you wish you did. If you like movies, you found the only podcast with movie reviews that loves them as much as you do!

Alien: Earth - Ep 8 - "The Real Monsters" 09/24/2025

Alien: Earth - Ep 8 - "The Real Monsters" Season 1 of Alien: Earth is in the books... and we break down the final episode! What did we think? What are our predictions for next season? Is there a next season? We also throw in some Stranger Things talk and preview our upcoming slate of shows! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/38335375

Ep 207: Midsommar 09/22/2025

Ep 207: Midsommar Gearing up for spooky season our Patrons teed this one up for us! A wild ride of mental health, manipulation, break ups, and some good old ritual sacrifice. We dive into our review of Midsommar today and also break down the guys' top 5 brainwashing/decent into madness films ever. So grab your flower crowns, avoid the yellow building, and for God's sake check what you're drinking... it's time for Midsommar on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:36:46 Top 5 Brainwashing Films 01:12:44 Midsommar Discussion Starts 01:47:50 Dani and Christian on Phone 02:01:50 Christian's Friends Disapprove 02:55:50 Dueling Theses 03:04:38 Don't Pee on Dead Trees 03:10:02 Meeting With Holy Man Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/38312640

Alien: Earth - Ep 7 - "Emergence" 09/17/2025

Alien: Earth - Ep 7 - "Emergence" The first of two episodes left of Alien: Earth and wow... lots happened! The shortest episode yet but lots going on. How are all the pieces coming into place with the finale around the corner? Find out now with the guys who dive into the episode moments after it airs! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/38247940

Alien: Earth - Ep 6 - "The Fly" 09/10/2025

Alien: Earth - Ep 6 - "The Fly" Alien: Earth continues back in Neverland as we're done with the flashbacks and back with our characters. Factions are aligning, and the pieces are falling into place. Come along with the guys and let's break it down! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/38157745

Ep 206: Atomic Blonde 09/08/2025

Ep 206: Atomic Blonde Today with our dear friend Kat, we jump back to the start of an incredible action film career and revisit David Leitch's Atomic Blonde! While John Wick put his company on the map, Atomic Blonde put his first stamp on directing. We dive into all the juicy goodness there is! We also break down our Top 5 Cold War movies of all time! So grab your Stoli, don't misplace your watch, and play some Blue Monday, it's time for Atomic Blonde on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:27:44 Top 5 Cold War Movies 01:10:43 Atomic Blonde Discussion Starts 01:48:03 Interrogation Starts 02:26:15 Percival's Place 02:31:54 Meeting Delphine 03:14:47 This Mission Never Happened Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/38123955

Alien: Earth - Ep5 - "In Space, No One..." 09/03/2025

Alien: Earth - Ep5 - "In Space, No One..." Alien: Earth rolls on with a flashback episode that fills in a ton of gaps and absolutely gave us the icks! A fantastic episode directed by the series writer and creator, the series is ramping up with only three more episodes after this. So come along for the ride with The Movie Defenders as we break down our thoughts minutes after the episode aired! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/38068410

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 13 - (AFI 40-36) 08/31/2025

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 13 - (AFI 40-36) Over the halfway point now and just wait for the surprises ahead of you. If you haven't seen these films, you have some homework to do, "Movie Fan". ;) Numbers 40-36. The Sound of Music Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb The Treasure of the Sierra Madre The Best Years of Our Lives The Bridge on the River Kwai Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/38034760

Alien: Earth - Ep4 - "Observation" 08/27/2025

Alien: Earth - Ep4 - "Observation" Alien: Earth continues with a very heady episode that puts more chess pieces into place. Right after the episode airs, our hosts jump on the air and give their thoughts. Check out Episode 4: Observation with the guys. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37974690

Ep 205: Transformers One 08/23/2025

Ep 205: Transformers One We head back to Cybertron with friend of the show, Nick Nager! Last year this movie snuck up on us as we didn't think much of it after the trailer, but after seeing it... wow! There is a LOT more here and some fantastic writing! This movie is so much better than it has any business being. Before we break the movie down, we pick our Top 5 Transformers franchise moments as well. So don't forget your cogs, mine for some energon, and transform and roll out... it's time for Transformers One on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Top 5 Transformers Franchise Moments 01:16:59 Transformers One Discussion Starts 01:36:35 Orion Pax in the Archives 02:02:14 Meeting B-127 02:14:27 Learning the Truth 02:38:22 The High Guard 02:56:22 D Drops Orion Pax 03:02:56 Megatron and Optimus Are Born 03:07:59 Ending Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37932440

Alien: Earth - Ep 3 - "Metamorphosis" 08/20/2025

Alien: Earth - Ep 3 - "Metamorphosis" It's time to continue our trek through the incredible show, Alien: Earth! Episode 3 really gets the series off and running. We saw things we've never seen as more and more chess pieces are put into place. The Movie Defenders react to the episode just minutes after it airs! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37886440

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 11 - (AFI 50-46) 08/18/2025

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 11 - (AFI 50-46) "...and the party never ends!" Debates are getting heated, but the fun rolls on. Join the Tanner Brothers ranking of the AFI's 100 with numbers 50-46! The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Intolerance Rear Window A Streetcar Named Desire It Happened One Night /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37861715

Alien: Earth - Episodes 1 & 2 08/13/2025

Alien: Earth - Episodes 1 & 2 It's time for a new companion podcast, this time for Alien: Earth. We watch every episode the moment it drops and break it down immediately after. We've got it all right here. Weyland-Yutani, Synthetics, Xenomorphs, Facehuggers, eggs, pulse rifles, and even a cat. Listen each week as we break down this INCREDIBLE show. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37792880

Ep 204: Galaxy Quest 08/10/2025

Ep 204: Galaxy Quest It's time to head back to Star Trek... sorta! Fulfilling a request from our dear friend, Daryl Ewry, we unpack Galaxy Quest! Not only is it hilarious but there is a LOT of spectacular writing in a brilliant screenplay here and we will talk about it all! We also break down our segment of There Can Be Only One with the cast of Galaxy Quest. So don't forget your Beryllium Spheres, make sure you have the right communicator, and don't just open that door, is there air??! You don't know! Today on The Movie Defenders podcast it's time for Galaxy Quest! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:28:42 There Can Be Only One 01:01:02 Galaxy Quest Discussion Begins 01:30:18 The Convention 01:47:25 "You are our last hope..." 02:04:05 Beam me up 02:13:56 1st Showdown 02:22:02 Guy Flips Out 02:27:57 The Truth is Revealed 02:47:03 Heroes for Real Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37751400

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 9 - (AFI 60-56) 08/04/2025

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 9 - (AFI 60-56) "The road goes on forever..." as the brothers keep pumping caffeine and no-doze, they tackle the great films ranked 60-56! Duck Soup Nashville The Gold Rush Rocky Jaws /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37661475

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 7 - (AFI 70-66) 07/29/2025

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 7 - (AFI 70-66) "We're ramping up now, crusin' through the Southwest portion of the US, dodging the police and responsibilities. Check out our thoughts on numbers 70-66. A Clockwork Orange Tootsie Unforgiven Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Raiders of the Lost Ark" /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37587800

Ep 203: Superman (2025) 07/27/2025

Ep 203: Superman (2025) The biggest movie of the year is here and The Movie Defenders bring you our review like only we can. This time, with help from our dear friend Amy Cass, Production Manager at Warner Brothers Animation, who helped make the first chapter of the DCU, Creature Commandos. Amy brings her unique perspective and experience to the show as we play scenes, get nostalgic, and maybe almost cry. We interview Amy to begin the show and then dive into all the Superman goodness there is by playing scenes right from the film. So grab your red boots, don't mess around with a pocket universe, and keep those drones away from Krypto! It's time for Superman on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:22:09 Interview with Amy Cass 01:18:31 Superman Discussion Starts 01:56:58 The Hammer of Boravia 02:10:43 Lois Interviews Superman 02:40:01 The Message 02:56:49 Superman Has to Save Krypto 03:05:08 Superman in Lex's Prison 03:13:51 Lex Interrogates Superman 03:30:50 Pa Kent and Clark 03:49:34 Clark's Humanity 03:59:26 Supergirl and Krypto Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37569740

Free Backlot Tour Show: Stories from Superman, DCU News, and Tron: Ares Trailer 07/20/2025

Free Backlot Tour Show: Stories from Superman, DCU News, and Tron: Ares Trailer While we wait for Brev to heal and have to postpone our Superman show one week we wanted to drop a free Backlot Tour show for everyone! has the best deal on the net... $1 a month and you get a full second show just like this one. You'll have immediate access to almost 150 shows if you sign up now. Double your MD experience today while we dive into all the big DC news after Superman and break down all the Tron: Ares stuff we got as well! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37471105

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 5 - (AFI 80-76) 07/05/2025

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 5 - (AFI 80-76) "Going down the only road we've ever known..." We're back for more RTRs. This week's episode covers numbers 80-76. The Apartment The Wild Bunch Modern Times All the President's Men Forrest Gump Have fun!" /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37290955

Ep 202: Good Morning, Vietnam 06/29/2025

Ep 202: Good Morning, Vietnam Today with our amazing friend Stephanie Ewry, we celebrate the work of one of the greatest comedians of all time by breaking down the incredible Robin Williams in Good Morning, Vietnam. In what is arguably his best performance, Robin does what Robin does... make us laugh. And that's what we do the entire show today! We also pick each of our Top 5 Robin Williams films of all time. So get out the vinyl records, don't start the jeep if it's already running, and keep the MD PC on the QT or we might end up MIA or put on KP... it's time for Good Morning, Vietnam on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:29:25 Top 5 Robin Williams Movies 00:57:53 Good Morning, Vietnam Discussion Begins 01:35:51 1st Time On the Air 01:43:52 And if you doooooooooooooo 01:53:21 Teaching English 02:04:36 Fake News 02:22:09 Frenchie Bombs 02:29:38 Fan Mail 02:35:11 Meet the Troops 02:51:32 Confronting Tuan 03:02:39 Goodbye, Vietnam Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37211075

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 3 - AFI 100 (90-86) 06/26/2025

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 3 - AFI 100 (90-86) Welcome back to Road Trip Reviews! We hope you survived the experience. This episode covers numbers 90-86. The movies we cover today are: Swing Time The Sixth Sense Bringing Up Baby 12 Angry Men Platoon Enjoy, everyone! /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37170170

Ep 201: The Sandlot 06/15/2025

Ep 201: The Sandlot It's summertime! What better way to kick off the summer season with some incredible summertime nostalgia and talk The Sandlot!? The Movie Defenders today reach back for a timeless family classic. Benny, Smalls, Ham, and the rest of the gang are all here as we roll into Summer the right way. We also break down our top 5 Summertime movies of all time! So beware the Beast, don't forget the Smore stuffs, and remember to throw it low and outside... just the way we like it. It's time for The Sandlot on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:24:01 Top 5 Summertime Movies of All Time 00:50:22 Sandlot Movie Discussion Starts 01:12:10 Movie Opens 01:34:49 Please Catch It! 01:42:17 Smores and The Beast 01:55:04 A Challenge 02:03:47 The Ball Goes Over the Fence 02:11:11 The Babe Visits 02:23:53 Meet Mr. Mertle Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/37018860

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 1 - AFI 100 (100-96) 06/03/2025

Road Trip Reviews: Episode 1 - AFI 100 (100-96) Welcome to Road Trip Reviews! This is a joint effort from Brev at the Movie Defenders and his brother Tyler at 2nd Look Cinema. The brothers are traveling literally halfway across the country and decided to talk about movies. Particularly the AFI's Top 100. Join them to listen to their discussion numbers 100-96. /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36841480

Episode 200! Superman: The Movie 06/01/2025

Episode 200! Superman: The Movie We made it to 200 episodes!? WOW! In a special two-part show we have a 200th episode retrospective that goes back and remembers the best shows, moments, and everything in between, even letting our Patreon supporters get in on the act. The three hosts each talk about their favorite moments from the show as we are now almost 8 years into the journey! Then, we peel back the layers on a film that forced a generation... Superman: The Movie! This film helped make us who we are as film lovers, and we couldn't think of a more fun movie to break down than this one for our 200th. So grab your Clark Kent glasses, don't misplace that green crystal, and always remember statistically speaking flying is still the safest way to travel... as we celebrate 200 episodes of The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 200 Episodes Celebration! 01:48:49 Superman Movie Discussion Starts 02:09:34 That Opening! 02:17:52 The Trial of General Zod 02:41:01 Here For a Reason 02:51:42 Jor-El Teaches Clark 3:10:09 Enter Lex Luthor 03:23:38 Clark Talks to Jor-El Once More 03:32:04 I Spent the Night With Superman 03:41:57 Lex Makes Plans 03:52:10 Superman vs. Lex vs. Kryptonite 04:15:03 All Part of the Same Team Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36809050

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 7 - "Convergence" 05/26/2025

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 7 - "Convergence" Season 2 comes in for a landing... and wow did they stick the landing! Our gamer hearts are filled with joy! Come along as we break the season finale down only we can. We get nerdy with the writing, the characters, the dialogue, and we tie the entire show together. Come listen to a breakdown you won't get anywhere else. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36715690

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 6 - "The Price" 05/19/2025

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 6 - "The Price" Only two episodes left! Today's episode "The Price" breaks down the "Why" behind every decision Ellie is making in the show, and why everything is headed towards an inevitable clash. Join The Movie Defenders as we break this episode down just minutes after it airs. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36624135

Ep 199: Watchmen 05/18/2025

Ep 199: Watchmen It's time to review one of our most requested movies since we started the show... Watchmen! The film that helped put Zack Snyder on the map and got him the DC films to come, Watchmen is a non-traditional super hero movie in many respects but it is oh so deep and nuanced with nerdy discussions to be had. We also review the Ultimate Edition which adds so much more to the movie. Helping us with this meaty film is our great friend of the show Eric Blattberg! Before we jump into the film we also break down our top 5 Director Cuts of all time. It's a long movie so it's a long show. So grab your masks, put on some Bob Dylan, and don't forget... everything's a joke... it's time for Watchmen on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:26:22 Top 5 Director Cut Films 01:07:42 Watchmen Discussion Begins 01:55:45 Rorschach Goes to See Dan 02:12:16 Meet Ozymandias 02:36:01 A New Team 02:57:29 Dr. Manhattan on Mars 03:14:18 The Sea Captain 03:22:48 Rorschach is Interrogated 03:56:30 Putting Pieces Together 04:01:07 Jon and Miracles 04:09:41 The Master Plan 04:25:07 Reconciling Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36617530

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 5 - "Feel Her Love" 05/12/2025

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 5 - "Feel Her Love" Season Two of The Last of Us only has a few episodes left! We are up to Episode 5: Feel Her Love. Ellie and Dina are caught in the middle of a war on their quest. And in tonight's episode they sure bit off more than they could chew. The Movie Defenders break down every bit of the episode, the acting, directing, action, writing, and everything in between. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36528670

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 4 - "Day One" 05/05/2025

The Last of Us Season 2: Episode 4 - "Day One" Ellie and Dina are now on their chosen path. But what have they gotten themselves into? This episode was filled with nods to the game! Join the Movie Defenders as they break down the latest installment of The Last of Us Season 2! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36433555

Ep 198: Spaceballs 05/04/2025

Ep 198: Spaceballs May the 4th Be With You! We couldn't figure out a better way to Celebrate Star Wars day than with Spaceballs! A classic we all grew up on, we are going to laugh our rear-ends off the entire show and you're along for the ride. Lonestar, Vespa, Barf, Dot Matrix, and Dark Helmet are all here! Before we break down and enjoy the movie, we have a segment of There Can Be Only One... spoofs style! So grab your Spaceballs the Flamethrower, grab your Schwartz rings, and protect your balls... it's time for Spaceballs on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:33:36 There Can Be Only One - Spoofs 00:50:59 Spaceballs Discussion Starts 01:17:21 Mr. Coffee and Watching Radar 01:34:54 The Mission 01:43:25 When will then be now? Soon. 01:51:36 Just Plain Yogurt 02:01:43 Dolls and Nose Jobs 02:11:51 Your Shwartz is As Big As Mine 02:19:04 Princes and Liquid Schwartz Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36426560

The Last of Us Season 2 - Episode 3: "The Path" 04/28/2025

The Last of Us Season 2 - Episode 3: "The Path" The best show on TV soldiers on as the universe of The Last of Us picks up the pieces. The show's theme is "Every path has a price." A path is chosen in this episode. Come along with The Movie Defenders to break this one down just minutes after the show aired. Click here to connect and listen anywhere: Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast /episode/index/show/moviedefenders/id/36337515

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