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In this Season 8 finale of So Many Sequels, Josh, Garrett, and David reflect on an incredible year of film. Garrett champions unexpected picks like the David Attenborough documentary Oceans and the hilarious Keke Palmer/SZA comedy One of Them Days. Josh defends his "predictable" selections including the emotionally resonant Wake Up Dead Man and Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another. David builds a case for music-driven cinema with K-pop: Demon Hunters, Life of Chuck, and Superman leadi...

It’s the final update of 2025! The So Many Sequels crew empties their holiday watchlists in this jam-packed episode. We break down the craftsmanship of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein on Netflix and argue over whether it should have stayed in theaters longer. Garrett survives a stomach bug to bring us his take on Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (and the scary new Marionette villain). Plus, we discuss the surprising box office numbers for Avatar: Fire and Ash.somanysequels.com

Is broadcast television finally dead? The hosts of So Many Sequels dive into the seismic shift happening in Hollywood as the Oscars announce their historic move from ABC to YouTube in 2029, signaling the end of an era for traditional media. In this packed news episode, Josh, Garrett, and David break down what the Oscars' YouTube deal means for global audiences, discuss the ongoing Warner Brothers/Netflix merger saga (and why a gold-plated envelope might seal the deal), and share their reactions...

What happens when the biggest streamer in the world tries to swallow one of Hollywood’s last major studios? Netflix’s proposed purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery has sent shockwaves through the film industry—and not the good kind. In this emergency episode, Josh, Garrett, and David break down what a Netflix–Warner Bros. merger would actually mean for: 🎬 The future of theatrical releases 💿 The slow death of physical media 📉 Industry jobs, wages, and creative freedom 💰 Why streaming is quietl...

It’s officially So Many Santas season, and the So Many Sequels crew kicks things off with one of the first new holiday releases of the year: A Very Jonas Christmas Movie (2025). The Jonas Brothers return to Disney with a short, silly, self-aware Christmas road-trip musical that feels like a home movie stitched together with music videos. Josh, Garrett, and David break down the movie’s Planes, Trains & Automobiles–style premise, the surprisingly stacked supporting cast (Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Chl...

Is Planes, Trains and Automobiles a perfect Thanksgiving classic — or just brilliantly annoying? In this Food & Family Month finale, the crew revisits John Hughes’ 1987 travel-from-hell comedy and wrestles with why it still works… even when it absolutely shouldn’t. Steve Martin’s tightly wound Neil Page and John Candy’s relentlessly cheerful Del Griffith make for one of movie comedy’s most iconic odd couples — but does the sentiment earn its landing? We break down: Why the movie still feels pa...

Hollywood keeps insisting the future is streaming… so why does Wicked: For Good keep torching box office records? This week, the movie industry’s contradictions are impossible to ignore — and Netflix might be the worst offender. If you love movies and the conversation around them, follow So Many Sequels wherever you listen. Leave a review, subscribe on YouTube, and keep the conversation going with us online. somanysequels.com 00:00 – Intro & what we’ve been watching 01:00 – Pixar’s Elio (tro...

For Food & Family Month, the So Many Sequels crew unwraps one of the strangest and most iconic family films of all time, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971). Gene Wilder delivers one of cinema’s most unpredictable performances, and we break down why his version of Wonka is still the gold standard of chaotic candy moguls. From unsettling tunnel boat rides to bratty children meeting VERY questionable fates, we revisit the film’s dark humor, musical numbers, and the surprisingly emotional h...

Are we ready for Woody and Buzz to battle… an iPad? The Toy Story 5 trailer is here, and the "Millennial Dad" energy in the room is off the charts. We break down whether the franchise has finally run out of batteries or if Pixar is about to deliver a necessary critique on screen time. Plus, we’re asking the hard questions: Is the new Michael Jackson biopic doomed by its own casting? --- 00:00 - Intro: November time dilation 02:00 - TV Review: Pluribus (Apple TV+) & Rhea Seehorn 05:40 - Book ...

For Food & Family Month, the So Many Sequels crew dives into one of the most beloved family films of the 1990s — Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993). This week, Josh, Garrett, and David revisit the heartfelt animal adventure featuring Chance, Shadow, and Sassy, exploring why this simple story about loyalty and family still resonates decades later. From tear-jerker moments to standout voice performances (Michael J. Fox! Don Ameche! Sally Field!), we break down the film’s emotional beat...

We spent an evening with Cat Miller, prop master for Severance and Uncut Gems, and the behind-the-scenes details blew our minds. From custom-built vintage computers to iconic movie props, this is a craft you never get to hear about.This week on So Many Sequels, we kick off a new month with a deep dive into the art of prop-making after attending a live talk with industry pro Kat Miller. Then we break down what we’ve been watching — including Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, the wildly tonal Nur...

Jason Voorhees hits the reset button. We revisit the 2009 Friday the 13th reboot—the last film in the franchise (so far)—to see if it’s a hidden gem or a bloody mess.00:00 – Welcome to So Many Scares Finale01:00 – Setting up the 2009 reboot04:00 – Box office highs, critical lows07:00 – Recapping Freddy vs. Jason chaos12:00 – First impressions: good, bad, stupendous18:00 – Back to basics: Jason’s brutality and traps26:00 – The most 2009 cast imaginable31:00 – The final showdown (and wood chipper ...

The So Many Sequels crew continues “So Many Scares” month by blasting off into one of horror’s strangest sequels — Jason X (2002), where the infamous Camp Crystal Lake killer takes his talents to outer space. David breaks down the film’s disastrous box office run and how it became one of the Friday the 13th franchise’s biggest flops. Garrett confesses that this was his first Jason movie and defends its “so bad it’s good” charm, while Josh struggles to believe how a hockey mask outlawed in 2024 ...

It’s a mid-month So Many Scares update! Josh, Garrett, and David share what they’ve been watching—from haunted live-stream comedies (Dead Stream) to vintage courtroom comfort (Matlock). They debate whether the world needs a Jetsons movie, celebrate Ethan Hawke’s spooky streak, and peek at the box-office numbers for Black Phone 2. It’s part horror chat, part nostalgic detour, and totally So Many Sequels. 00:00 – Intro & So Many Scares check-in 02:30 – The Black Phone 2 buzz 05:20 – Josh’s Shudder...

The So Many Sequels crew is deep into “So Many Scares” month — and this week, it’s a mix of Hollywood surprises, nostalgic rewatches, and one truly bizarre controversy. David kicks things off with his thoughts on the Peacemaker season finale, calling it one of James Gunn’s most character-driven projects yet. Josh reviews The Smashing Machine, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s dramatic leap into awards-season acting — and whether the hype matches the film. Garrett revisits Happy Death Day and its sequ...

We're diving into the 1995 classic Clueless to see if Amy Heckerling's teen comedy holds up 30 years later. From its iconic fashion to the jokes that went way over our heads as kids, we're breaking down why this movie is more than just a 90s time capsule.On this episode of So Many Sequels, the guys discuss how Clueless cleverly adapted Jane Austen's Emma for a Beverly Hills High School setting , Amy Heckerling's under-appreciated career as a mainstream female director in the 80s and 90s , and th...

This week’s So Many Sequels is stacked with news, reviews, and hot takes: Sterling Harjo’s new FX/Hulu series The Lowdown puts Tulsa in the spotlight with Ethan Hawke leading the charge. Josh gives a glowing review of PTA’s One Battle After Another starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn. Garrett dives back into the Taken franchise (yes, Liam Neeson still has a particular set of skills). David gets schlocky with Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight and Bordello of Blood. We react to Aaron So...

This week on So Many Sequels, we’ve got a stacked lineup of movie and TV talk! Josh breaks down the wild new Stephen King adaptation The Long Walk, a dystopian thriller that mixes The Hunger Games with Stephen King’s signature horror. Plus, we dive into HIM, the new sports-horror film produced by Jordan Peele, and share why it didn’t quite live up to the hype. But that’s not all—Garrett gives his first impressions of The Paper, a spinoff in the world of The Office, and David takes us on a comfo...

Netflix’s Unknown: The High School Catfish will leave your jaw on the floor. Plus, Hamilton returns to theaters, and The Conjuring franchise smashes records.In this week’s episode of So Many Sequels, Josh, Garrett, and David unpack a wild week in film and streaming. From the disturbing twists of Unknown: The High School Catfish to the cozy mystery vibes of The Thursday Murder Club, there’s plenty to talk about. We also dive into the Hamilton 10th anniversary re-release, tease next week’s Dead Po...

Netflix’s latest juggernaut K-Pop Demon Hunters is everywhere—and we dig into how it became the platform’s most-watched movie while hardly touching theaters. Then we unpack the Amazon “Buy” button controversy: what you think you own with digital purchases vs. what you actually get, why California’s new law could force clearer language, and how it all fuels the new wave of physical media collecting.We also swap back-to-school watches (Drumline, Now You See Me, Death Becomes Her’s Broadway-boosted...

Elle Woods is headed to Harvard Law! This week on So Many Sequels, we’re going back to 2001 to revisit Reese Witherspoon’s career-defining role in Legally Blonde. From box office surprises to pop culture impact, the guys break down what makes Elle an iconic character and why this comedy still resonates more than 20 years later.

Dear Mr. Vernon, we accept the fact that we had to spend a Saturday in detention watching John Hughes's 1985 classic, The Breakfast Club. But we think you're crazy to make us write an essay telling you who we think we are. You see us as you want to see us: a brain, an athlete, a basket case, a princess, and a criminal. Right? This week, Josh, Garrett, and David revisit Shermer High School to see if this quintessential Brat Pack film still connects in 2025. We break down the iconic character arch...

Class is in session! This week on So Many Sequels, we’re kicking off our Back to School series with Richard Linklater’s 2003 comedy classic School of Rock. Jack Black’s Dewey Finn might be a terrible substitute teacher, but he’s a rock legend in the making, and the guys dive into why this role made him a leading man. We break down the movie’s surprising box office success, its timeless soundtrack, and how casting real kids who could actually play their instruments elevated the story. Plus: the ...

It’s back-to-school season on So Many Sequels! This week, Josh, Garrett, and David kick off a new theme by diving into their favorite “back to school” movies.The crew also breaks down the latest movie news, including:-The return of Scary Movie with Anna Faris, Regina Hall, and the Wayans Brothers-Why King of the Hill is suddenly more relevant than ever-South Park’s record-breaking comeback and sharp satire-A quick box office recap featuring Weapons, Freaky Friday, and moreStay tuned later this w...