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- Plan 9 from Outer Space (1958): Gary stumbled upon this cult classic by director Ed Wood on Prime Video. The story is crazy; UFOs are flying around, aliens are resurrecting humans as vampires, and it’s all happening in a Hollywood cemetery. The movie is rubbish but in the most entertaining way. You can watch the original black and white version or a colourized version.

- The Vast of Night (2019): David enjoyed watching this low-budget award winning, indie film on Prime Video. It’s a well-made movie and tells the story of a 1950s switchboard operator and radio DJ who start hearing a strange signal over a radio frequency. A homage to the Golden Age of sci-fi movies.

- Citadel (Season 1): Two global spy agencies come to blows. An over-the-top action thriller about super spies turns out to be a lot of fun with some nice twists and characters arcs. Available on Prime Video.

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 28 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Directed by Travis Knight, this live-action fantasy adventure brings the iconic 80s toy line and cartoon back to the big screen. The story follows Adam (Nicholas Galitzine), a young man living on Earth who must return to his home planet of Eternia to save it from the evil sorcerer Skeletor (Jared Leto). To do so, he must embrace his destiny as He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe. The film also stars Camila Mendes, Idris Elba, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, and Morena Baccarin.

We discuss how the film successfully balances its inherent silliness with a modern comedic tone, why Jared Leto's campy performance as Skeletor steals the show, and whether this new adaptation manages to capture the nostalgic magic of the original Saturday morning cartoon.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 17 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- Starcrash (1978): This movie is rubbish. However, its so bad it’s good. You can watch this 1970s low-budget sci-fi disaster unfold on Prime Video, complete with dodgy spaceships, whacky robots, mind-bending special effects and a story so bonkers it might just brighten up your day.

- Spider-Noir (Season 1): David really enjoyed this series on Prime Video about a down-on-his-luck private investigator in 1930s New York. Grappling with his past life and a personal tragedy, Ben Reilly is reluctantly draw into a confrontation he would rather avoid.

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 21 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons in his feature-length debut, this psychological sci-fi horror expands upon his viral YouTube web series. The story follows Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a furniture store owner who discovers a seemingly endless dimension of liminal spaces in his basement. Alongside his therapist Mary (Renate Reinsve), he descends into a labyrinth of unsettling, yellow-wallpapered rooms that defy reality. The film also stars Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett, and Lukita Maxwell.

In this episode of Rogue Reviews, we are joined by Matt Hillier, our first ever guest on the show. We discuss the rising trend of YouTubers making the leap to feature filmmaking, how the film successfully trades cheap jump scares for genuine atmospheric discomfort, and why its ambiguous, dream-like logic works in its favour.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 7 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews. 

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- Power of Grayskull: The Definitive History of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (2017): An interesting documentary that charts the rise and fall of the iconic toy that dominated the industry in the 1980s. Exploring the toys, the comics, the animated TV shows and the 1987 movie.

- Over Your Dead Body (2026): David watched a dark comedy about a couple whose marriage hits a rough spot. Things get so bad between them, that they plan to kill each other on a weekend away.

- They Will Kill You (2026): David enjoyed this movie about a resourceful maid who unwittingly ends up being the target of cultists.

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 14 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

A feature-length, theatrical continuation of the hit Disney+ series, this Star Wars film follows Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu as they take on a high-stakes rescue mission for a powerful Hutt family in exchange for critical intelligence on a New Republic target.

We discuss whether this feels like a true cinematic event or more like an extended episode of the show, praise the action sequences and production design, debate the story’s stakes and character development, and share our overall thoughts on the state of Star Wars and where the franchise might go next.

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Recorded on the 3 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews

From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- Jules (2023): A lonely man befriends an alien and runs into trouble when his two neighbours and the government find out.

- Scary Movie (2026): This new comedy from the horror parody franchise sees two friends encountering monsters, supernatural entities and killers.

- Hoppers (2026): A crazy animated movie for the kids that follows the antics of animal lover Mabel and her robot beaver.

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 7 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Denis Villeneuve returns with the conclusion to the first half of Frank Herbert’s landmark sci-fi novel. Picking up after the events of Part One, Paul Atreides and his mother Lady Jessica seek refuge among the Fremen of Arrakis while the forces that destroyed House Atreides close in.

We discuss how Villeneuve delivers on the epic scale, breathtaking visuals and action set pieces, praise the standout performances - especially Timothée Chalamet as a conflicted Paul, Zendaya’s Chani, Rebecca Ferguson’s Jessica and Austin Butler’s chilling Feyd-Rautha and explore the film’s themes of power, religious manipulation, prophecy and destiny. We also compare it to the book, note key changes and debate whether this is the stronger half of the story.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 11 March 2024 © Rogue Reviews.

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- Ponies (Season 1): Gary dives into the 1970s-set spy thriller on Now TV/Sky Atlantic about two ordinary women (Emilia Clarke as Bea and Hayley Lu Richardson as Twila) who become CIA operatives after their husbands die under mysterious circumstances.

- Widow's Bay (Season 1): David checks out the new Apple TV+ supernatural series starring Matthew Rhys as a modernising mayor on a haunted New England island.

- Untold: Chess Mates (2026): Gary watches the Netflix documentary on the explosive 2022 Sinquefield Cup chess scandal involving Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann.

- The Testaments (Season 1): David chats about this new sequel series which is set five years after the events of The Handmaid’s Tale.

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Bites is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 31 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

We check out three very different new releases: Good Fortune, Aziz Ansari’s spiritual comedy about a down-on-his-luck man who swaps lives with a wealthy investor after a meddling angel (Keanu Reeves) intervenes; Hokum, a slow-burn Irish horror following a troubled novelist who checks into a remote inn rumoured to be haunted by a witch; and The Sheep Detectives, a charming family whodunit where a flock of talking sheep investigate the murder of their shepherd (Hugh Jackman).

We discuss how well each film balances its genre (feel-good messaging vs heavy-handedness in Good Fortune, creeping atmosphere in Hokum, and heart plus clever mystery in The Sheep Detectives), plus which one we’d most recommend for different audiences.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:00: Good Fortune (2025)

15:01: Hokum (2026)

26:42: The Sheep Detectives (2026)

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Recorded on the 17 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari (2022): Gary watches the powerful Netflix documentary about the 2019 White Island volcanic eruption and dramatic rescue. Probably due to the excessive UK heat frying his brain during the recording, Gary – in his head – thought he was saying 2019, but actually says 2009.

- Lucy Worsley Investigates: The American Revolution (Series 3): The popular historian’s latest series explores the American Revolution from the British perspective. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer and BritBox.

- Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley (Podcast): In addition to her documentary series, Gary has also been listening to Lucy Worsley’s podcast Lady Killers which investigates the alleged crimes of Victorian women from Britain, North America and beyond.

- Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War (2026): David checks out the big-screen spy thriller starring John Krasinski.

- The Boys (Season 5): The last episode of the show has now aired and reactions have been mixed. David share’s his own thoughts on how the final wrapped up.

- The Boroughs (Season 1): The new Netflix supernatural series (from the Duffer Brothers) serving as a Stranger Things-style watch.

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Bites is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 23 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

To celebrate our 100th episode, David takes on the daunting challenge of ranking his 100 personal favourite movies of all time - a subjective list based on nostalgia, rewatchability, emotional impact, and pure enjoyment rather than critical consensus.

From Avengers: Endgame and Mr. & Mrs. Smith right through to classics like Jaws, Alien, The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Shawshank Redemption, and his all-time number one, we hear why these films made the cut, with plenty of Gary’s surprised reactions along the way.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 9 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- Legends (Season 1): Gary dives into the gripping Netflix series based on the real 1990s UK war on drugs, starring Steve Coogan as the head of an undercover customs unit.

- Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026): David checks out the charming Netflix drama narrated by an intelligent octopus (voiced by Alfred Molina), starring Sally Field - a heartfelt, tearjerker story about loss, connection, and unlikely friendships.

- The Iron Claw (2023): A powerful wrestling biopic about the Von Erich family, with Zac Efron delivering a standout performance.

- Obsession (2025): David’s quick take on the new cinema horror about a dangerous wish gone wrong.

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 17 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

A celebratory biopic chronicling Michael Jackson’s journey from his early days with the Jackson 5 to global superstardom. Jaafar Jackson (Michael’s real-life nephew) stars as the King of Pop, with Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller and Colman Domingo rounding out the cast.

We discuss how the film follows the classic musical biopic formula - hitting all the expected beats while delivering strong performances and impressive recreations of iconic moments and debate whether its safe, positive approach works as pure entertainment for fans or feels too sanitised by skipping the more controversial chapters of Jackson’s life.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 3 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- Mortal Kombat II (2026): Gary hits the cinema and finds a fun, action-packed sequel that delivers on the powers and fan-service.

- Apex (2026): David checks out the Netflix thriller with Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton - a tense hunter-vs-hunted chase across the Australian outback.

- The Borderlands (2013): The British found-footage chiller on Prime, could be a good watch if you enjoyed the sinister atmosphere of Hokum (2026).

Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Bites is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 09 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Lee Cronin delivers a fresh horror spin on the classic Universal monster franchise. When a young girl who vanished in the desert years earlier suddenly returns to her family, what should be a joyful reunion quickly turns terrifying as they realise she is not the same daughter they lost.

We discuss how this version leans heavily into body horror, jump scares and an unsettling atmosphere rather than action-adventure, comparing it to past Mummy films, whilst debating the conventional possession tropes it shares with The Conjuring movies. Later in the conversation, we chat about the gruesome practical effects and have a good-natured disagreement about character decisions.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 26 April 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes.

In this Rogue Bite, we get into:

- Thrash (2026): A low-key survival movie that brings real tension and fun without going full ridiculous.

- Rental Family (2025): An indie film that stands out with emotional depth and a strong Brendan Fraser performance.

- Mother’s Pride (2026): David really enjoyed this homely comedy drama about a stubborn British pub owner and his family.

Don't forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday.

Rogue Bites is produced by Urban Podcasts. 

Recorded on the 22 April 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

We compare two very different new family films: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the chaotic, high-energy Nintendo sequel that sends Mario, Luigi and friends on a colourful space adventure and The Magic Faraway Tree, the charming adaptation of Enid Blyton’s beloved books about a family discovering a magical tree that leads to fantastical worlds.

We discuss why one feels like pure sensory overload designed for modern kids while the other offers a gentler, more whimsical British charm with a wholesome message about imagination and family, plus which one we’d actually recommend taking the kids to see.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:15: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026)

20:54: The Magic Faraway Tree (2026)

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Recorded on the 18 April 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

BenDavid Gribinski directs this fun genre mash-up: two lifelong friends get pulled into a dangerous night of organised crime, complete with time travel twists that force them to confront their past mistakes and fractured loyalties. Vince Vaughn plays dual versions of Nick, James Marsden is Quick Draw Mike, and Eiza González is Alice, with Keith David, Jimmy Tatro and more rounding out the cast in this action-comedy that blends mob mayhem with clever temporal shenanigans.

We discuss how well the time-travel gimmick serves the gangster story, praise the strong central duo and their chemistry, unpack the mix of humour, heart and stylish set pieces, and debate whether this fresh spin on old-school crime tropes delivers enough originality or just enough entertainment to hit the spot.

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Recorded on the 5 April 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett return for this horror-comedy sequel: after surviving the Le Domas family’s deadly game, Grace (Samara Weaving) is thrust into an even deadlier ritual hunted by a cabal of the world’s wealthiest and most powerful families. Kathryn Newton joins as her estranged sister in a fresh round of chaos, with Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood, Kevin Durand and more rounding out the ensemble.

We discuss whether the expanded lore and higher stakes work, praise the returning cast’s energy and the film’s gory, over-the-top kills, and debate if this delivers a worthy follow-up or feels like a familiar rerun with bigger production values.

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Recorded on the 31 March 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Phil Lord and Christopher Miller direct this gripping sci-fi adaptation of Andy Weir’s novel: astronaut Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up millions of miles from Earth with no memory, aboard a ship on a desperate mission to save humanity from a cosmic threat that could extinguish the sun. As he pieces together his purpose, he discovers he’s not entirely alone.

We celebrate the smart, character-driven storytelling, Gosling’s layered performance opposite an unforgettable alien co-star, the stunning visuals and grounded science, and how the film balances high-stakes tension with warmth and wonder in one of the year’s most compelling space adventures.

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Recorded on the 29 March 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Today we reviewed The Bluff, Song Sung Blue, and The Wrecking Crew - three movies that couldn’t be more different. The Bluff is a story of pirates and revenge, Song Song Blue is a biopic about the famous tribute act 'Lightning & Thunder' and The Wrecking Crew follows two brothers who reluctantly work together to track down their father's killer.

We chat through what works, what doesn’t, and where each one lands, plus get into the bigger picture of Amazon’s action movies right now and whether The Bluff or The Wrecking Crew actually rise above the usual mid-tier streaming stuff.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:04: The Bluff (2026)

18:21: Song Sung Blue (2025)

25:22: The Wrecking Crew (2026)

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Recorded on the 22 March 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Kevin Williamson returns to write and direct the latest Scream chapter: original final girl Sidney (Neve Campbell) is pulled back to her hometown when a new Ghostface begins a fresh killing spree, forcing her to protect her family and confront lingering horrors from her past. Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Courteney Cox, Mckenna Grace, Anna Camp and more join the ensemble in this bloody, meta slasher sequel.

We discuss whether it recaptures the franchise's self-aware magic, praise the strong cast chemistry and callbacks, unpack the new killer's motives and twists, and debate if Scream 7 delivers a satisfying send-off or feels like it's mostly for die-hard fans now.

Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts.

Recorded on the 8 March 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

We dive into three very different series that recently caught our attention. First up is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, the latest spin-off from the Game of Thrones universe, bringing more intrigue and lore from Westeros. Then we shift gears to Paradise, an apocalyptic political thriller now in its second season, blending high-stakes drama with a tense, end-of-the-world backdrop. And finally, we head into the world of Hollywood with Wonder Man, a fresh addition to the MCU that explores fame, identity, and superhero spectacle behind the scenes.

Along the way, we break down what works, what falls short, and what’s genuinely worth your time.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:14: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms – Season 1 (2026)

17:05: Paradise – Season 1 (2025)

25:56: Wonder Man – Season 1 (2026)

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Recorded on the 8 March 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Gore Verbinski directs this sci-fi comedy: "A Man From the Future" (Sam Rockwell) recruits a ragtag, reluctant group to prevent an apocalyptic disaster, blending high-stakes time travel with sharp humour and unlikely alliances. Hayley Lu Richardson, Michael Peña, Zazie Beetz, Asim Chaudhry, Tom Taylor and Juno Temple round out the ensemble in this fun, genre-mashing adventure.

We praise the clever premise and comedic timing, enjoy Verbinski's energetic direction and visual flair, unpack the film's themes of fate vs free will and found-family dynamics, and discuss how it balances laughs with genuine stakes while delivering a satisfying payoff.

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Recorded on the 28 February 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Bart Layton directs and writes this LA-set crime thriller: a master thief teams with an insurance broker for a high-stakes score, while a relentless detective closes in. Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo and Halle Berry lead, with Barry Keoghan, Monica Barbaro, Corey Hawkins, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Nick Nolte in support.

We hail it as a solid throwback to classics like Heat and Out of Sight, praise the strong performances and character depth, whilst debating the heist mechanics and moral ambiguities of the crime itself.

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Recorded on the 23 February 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Sam Raimi brings his signature style to this survival horror: after a plane crash strands a domineering boss and their employee on a remote island, old workplace power structures collapse amid rising tensions and desperate survival efforts. Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien alongside Edyll Ismai, Xavier Samuel, Chris Pang and Dennis Haysbert round out the cast in this tense, gruesome thriller.

We chat about Raimi's blend of slapstick humour and over-the-top gore, the strong performances and shifting dynamics.

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Recorded on the 16 February 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

We tackle three distinct Apple TV sci-fi series: Pluribus, Vince Gilligan's post-apocalyptic drama about an astronomer's discovery upending society; Severance, the mind-bending thriller following workers with surgically separated work-life memories; and Silo, the dystopian bunker saga where engineer Juliette exposes deadly secrets in a massive underground world.

We break down premises, pacing, twists and themes, praise Apple TV's focus on deep ideas over flash, compare to classics like Black Mirror and The Twilight Zone, and debate why TV excels at thoughtful sci-fi today.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:20: Pluribus – Season 1 (2025)

13:25: Severance – Season 1 (2022)

25:05: Silo – Season 1 (2023)

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Recorded on the 8 February 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

We cover two recent releases: Mercy, Timur Bekmambetov’s screen-life thriller with Chris Pratt as a cop racing to prove his innocence to AI judge Rebecca Ferguson; The Rip, Joe Carnahan’s tense crime drama starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck as Miami detectives hunting cartel cash amid betrayal; and last years Back in Action, Seth Gordon’s Netflix action-comedy with Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz as ex-spies thrust back into danger.

We weigh the pros and cons - Mercy’s gimmicky real-time setup, The Rip’s gripping performances, Back in Action’s predictable formula, and we have chat about how films are made for Netflix.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:06: Mercy (2026)

17:05: The Rip (2026)

23:05: How films are made for Netflix

32:05: Back in Action (2025)

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Recorded on the 2 February 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Nia DaCosta directs the immediate sequel to last year’s 28 Years Later revival: young survivor Spike roams the infected mainland of Britain, where he’s drawn into a charismatic but dangerous cult-like gang led by Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal. Meanwhile, Dr. Kelson deepens his study of the infected and forms a bond with one that carries huge consequences. The ensemble includes Ralph Fiennes (Dr Ian Kelson), Jack O’Connell (Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal), Alfie Williams (Spike), and others.

We discuss the shift to a slower, more contemplative pace, the smoother cinematography and clearer infected action (a welcome change from the original’s choppy style), the film’s gruesome and shocking moments, the contrasting societies on display, and the intriguing setup for what comes next.

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Recorded on the 26 January 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

As 2026 begins, we look back at the cinematic highs (and lows) of 2025 with our personal top 10 lists - drawn from dozens of films across blockbusters, indies and everything in between - ranking purely on enjoyment, emotional connection and whether the filmmaker nailed their vision.

Then we switch gears to the most exciting 2026 releases on the horizon, from Christopher Nolan’s epic The Odyssey to Steven Spielberg’s UFO thriller Disclosure Day.

Fast-forward to hear about:

00:09:15 – Number 10

00:14:10 – Number 9

00:19:45 – Number 8

00:24:35 – Number 7

00:31:00 – Number 6

00:38:40 – Number 5

00:42:20 – Number 4

00:45:15 – Number 3

00:48:20 – Number 2

00:52:00 – Number 1

00:55:00 – Honourable Mentions

00:57:30 – David’s Worst Movies of 2025

01:00:50 – Most Anticipated Films of 2026

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Recorded on the 19 January 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Rian Johnson’s third Knives Out whodunit: a locked-room killing inside a quiet church drags young priest Father Andrew (Josh O’Connor) into the investigation - until the police call in the one detective who can crack impossible cases, Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig). With Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny and more, it’s a perfect ensemble of suspects.

We rank it against Knives Out and Glass Onion (hint: this one might take the crown), celebrate the clever transitions and airtight mystery, praise Johnson’s subversive twists, and wonder whether the Benoit Blanc saga should keep solving cases or retire on this high.

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Recorded on the 10 January 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

James Cameron cranks up the spectacle in the third Avatar chapter: with the Sully family now embedded among the water Na'vi, a ruthless new volcanic tribe - the Ash People - allies with the human invaders, forcing Jake, Neytiri and their kids into an all-out war across fiery new landscapes. Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Edie Falco, Jack Champion, Oona Chaplin and more return in this boundary-pushing, tech-driven epic.

We unpack Cameron's immersive 3D wizardry (still no gimmick here), whether the endless Sully-Quaritch grudge match is getting stale, the jaw-dropping new biomes and creature designs, how it tees up even more sequels, and why we'd love to see Cameron escape Pandora for something truly original after all these years.

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Recorded on the 8 January 2026 © Rogue Reviews.

Denis Villeneuve’s breathtaking take on Frank Herbert’s “unfilmable” classic: young Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) inherits the deadly desert planet Arrakis, source of the priceless “spice,” only to face betrayal and exile among the native Fremen. Oscar Isaac, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Jason Momoa, Zendaya and more fill out a stacked cast in this monumental, slow-burn sci-fi masterpiece.

We explore Villeneuve’s jaw-dropping world-building, why the deliberate pace works even as “half a story,” how it finally buries Lynch’s 1984 version, and whether the sandworms live up to the hype.

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Recorded on the 5 November 2021 © Rogue Reviews.

Elizabeth Banks unleashes the most gloriously unhinged creature feature in years: when a 500-pound black bear accidentally ingests a massive stash of dropped cocaine, an ordinary Georgia forest turns into absolute chaos. Rangers, drug dealers, tourists, and one very determined Margo Martindale suddenly find themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time. Keri Russell, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Alden Ehrenreich, a fearless pre-teen, the late Ray Liotta in one of his final roles, and a bear having the absolute time of its life star in this wild horror-comedy.

We debate whether it fully delivers on its insane premise, why the bear steals every scene, which moments had us laughing (and wincing), and why the world clearly needs Cocaine Honey Badger, Cocaine Shark, and Cocaine Bees next.

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Recorded on the 9 March 2023 © Rogue Reviews.

We settle into full post-Christmas mode to talk about Jingle Bell Heist, Netflix’s new festive heist movie. Released perfectly for Boxing Day viewing, the film follows two stressed, down-on-their-luck strangers who team up to rob a department store owner who’s wronged them both and, as we’d expect, things don’t quite go to plan. 

We share our overall reactions, unpack the twists, motivations and moral gymnastics that come with any heist story.

By the end, we agree on one thing: Jingle Bell Heist is an easy, inoffensive, pleasantly watchable Christmas film - the kind we throw on while eating leftovers, half-watching, half-recovering. It’s not a future festive classic, but it gets the job done.

Fast-forward to hear about:

05:27: Jingle Bell Heist non-spoiler review

17:30: Jingle Bell Heist spoiler discussion

29:36: Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie?

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Recorded on the 4 December 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

In this festive episode of Rogue Reviews, we decided to lean into the chaos. As it’s the holiday season, Gary took full control of the watchlist and challenged us to sit through three notoriously bad Christmas movies - films that regularly appear on “worst of all time” lists – yet somehow keep getting watched every December.

Together, we work our way through the madness of Santa Jaws, the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special, and Christmas with the Kranks, debating whether any of them qualify as “so bad it’s good” or whether some movies are simply beyond redemption. Along the way, we talk sharks in Santa hats, Wookiees without subtitles, lazy comedy writing, and why festive films often get a free pass from criticism.

Whether you’re looking for a laugh, a warning, or a truly questionable Christmas watch, this episode is here to guide you (or save you) this holiday season.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:17: Santa Jaws (2018)

21:07: The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978)

37:50: Christmas with the Kranks (2004)

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Recorded on the 2 December 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

Guillermo del Toro finally brings his lifelong passion project to the screen: a lavish, heartbreakingly beautiful Netflix retelling of Mary Shelley’s classic that spans Victor Frankenstein’s entire tragic life. With Oscar Isaac as the tormented creator, Jacob Elordi as the towering Creature, and a supporting cast including Mia Goth, Charles Dance and Lars Mikkelsen, this is the most faithful and emotionally devastating adaptation yet.

We explore why the story of playing God still haunts us two centuries later, how del Toro fixes the flaws of every previous version (yes, even the 1931 Boris Karloff icon), where it boldly diverges from the novel for the better, and why this slow-burn, two-and-a-half-hour epic ultimately feels like the definitive Frankenstein for our age.

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Recorded on the 21 November 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

Edgar Wright takes on Stephen King’s brutal 1982 novel (written under his Richard Bachman pseudonym) and delivers a hyper-kinetic, grimly satirical chase movie that finally does the source material justice. Glenn Powell stars as Ben Richards, a framed everyman forced into America’s favourite blood-sport: survive 30 days on the run while corporate killers hunt you live on air. Lee Pace is deliciously vile as the ratings-obsessed host Damon Killian, backed by Michael Cera, Colman Domingo, Josh Brolin and a perfectly cast supporting ensemble.

We break down how Wright’s trademark visual flair and breakneck editing turn a desperate urban sprint into something genuinely exhilarating, why this wipes the floor with the 1987 Arnie version, how scarily plausible its media-manipulation nightmare feels in the age of deepfakes and 24-hour outrage cycles, and whether the slower mid-section kills the momentum or deepens the stakes.

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Recorded on the 25 November 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

Three years on, with final seasons looming for some of the decade’s biggest series, 2022 suddenly looks like a golden year for television. Stranger Things went supersized and scarier than ever, The Boys swung harder at superhero sacred cows, Obi-Wan Kenobi gave prequel kids the reunion they’d waited decades for, and James Gunn somehow turned John Cena in a toilet-seat helmet into one of the most compelling anti-heroes on screen.

Here’s why these four shows still demand your attention (and a rewatch) before their stories close for good.

Fast-forward to hear about:

01:50: Stranger Things – Season 4 (2022)

17:32: Obi-Wan Kenobi – Season 1 (2022)

37:00: The Boys – Season 3 (2022)

57:07: Peacemaker – Season 1 (2022)

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Recorded on the 11 August 2022 © Rogue Reviews.

Dan Trachtenberg returns after Prey and flips the entire franchise on its head: this time the Predator himself is the protagonist – a young, exiled Yautja forced to survive on a desolate planet with only a sarcastic, broken-down android as backup. Starring Elle Fanning as the android sidekick, Badlands is the first ever 12A-rated Predator film: no humans, no blood, no gore, just heart, humour, mech-suit showdowns and a surprisingly emotional journey of growth.

We dive into whether Disney has actually pulled off a family-friendly Predator that still works, if the lack of human prey is a genius workaround or a betrayal and how it sets up any future Alien crossover.

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Recorded on the 15 November 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

A House of Dynamite imagines a nightmare scenario where US government and military officials race against the clock to intercept an unidentified nuclear missile bound for American soil. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow and featuring an ensemble cast including Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, and Tracy Letts, the film unfolds in near real-time, blending documentary-style realism with escalating global stakes.

We break down its grounded tension, innovative three-perspective structure, exploration of nuclear policy and decision-making madness, and whether it veers into preachiness or stays balanced in portraying a world on the brink.

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Recorded on the 5 November 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

Black Phone 2 is Scott Derrickson’s supernatural horror sequel to the 2021 breakout hit. Four years on, Finn battles PTSD while sister Gwen’s visions lead them to a haunted Christian camp, with Ethan Hawke’s Grabber returning in ghostly, dream-invading form.

We debate whether this expansion justifies its existence and dissect its shift from subtle chills to Nightmare on Elm Street-style spectacle.

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Recorded on the 27 October 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

"End of Line." Time to plug into the digital frontier with Tron: Ares and see if this third film from Disney's sci-fi franchise will be its last, or the beginning of a new era for the film series. Directed by Joachim Rønning and starring Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Jodie Turner-Smith and Jeff Bridges, Tron: Ares ventures out of the grid and into the real world, aiming to revive a legacy that began in 1982.

We explore how the film dazzles visually, whether it captures the spirit of the original Tron, and why story and character depth might be where this sleek blockbuster stumbles.

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Recorded on the 18 October 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

"If it bleeds, we can kill it." With Predator: Badlands arriving in theatres soon, we thought now would be a good time to share our review of Prey (2022), which we recorded three years ago. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the film rewinds the clock to the 1700s, following Naru (Amber Midthunder), a young Comanche warrior who must face a fearsome alien hunter to protect her people.

From stripped-back storytelling and stunning landscapes to clever nods to the 1987 original, we share why Prey succeeds where so many recent franchise entries have stumbled.

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Recorded on the 3 September 2022 © Rogue Reviews.

"There's one winner and no finish line.” We review The Long Walk (2025), Francis Lawrence’s tense and stripped-back adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian novel. Set in a totalitarian America, the film follows a brutal contest where a hundred young men must keep walking - or be shot - until only one remains. Starring Cooper Hoffman, David Johnson, Garrett Waring, Charlie Plummer, Roman Griffin-Davis, Judy Greer and Mark Hamill, this is a story about endurance, control, and quiet rebellion.

We explore how Lawrence turns a minimalist concept into a grim and gripping drama - relying not on spectacle, but on character, tension and the terrifying simplicity of the premise. From emotional performances to the film’s stark social commentary, we break down what works, what drags, and why this may be one of the more faithful and unsettling King adaptations in recent years.

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Recorded on the 11 October 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

The knives are out and there's a mystery to solve, as we unpack the Glass Onion - Rian Johnson’s bold sequel to his modern whodunit hit. Daniel Craig returns as the irresistibly eccentric detective Benoit Blanc, this time solving a murder amid the glossy chaos of a billionaire’s Greek island getaway. With Edward Norton leading a cast of suspects including Janelle Monáe, Kate Hudson, and Dave Bautista, the film swaps dusty mansions for dazzling modern excess - and peels back the layers of wealth, power, and stupidity one by one.

We explore how Glass Onion builds on (and sometimes outshines) the original Knives Out: from the colourful new cast of egos to the shift from intimate family drama to social satire. There’s sharp debate over whether its sun-drenched island and loud personalities elevate or dilute the classic whodunit feel and, of course, plenty of appreciation for Craig’s southern-fried sleuthing charm.

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Recorded on the 17 January 2023 © Rogue Reviews.

Sometimes the most terrifying monster isn’t supernatural at all, but the neighbour you wave to every morning.

In this episode of Rogue Reviews, we dive into The Black Phone (2021), Scott Derrickson’s chilling horror film starring Ethan Hawke. Set in the late 70s, the story follows Finney, a kidnapped boy held captive by “The Grabber,” and his desperate fight for survival aided by ghostly voices from beyond. With Derrickson’s sharp writing, a strong child cast, and a grimly authentic period setting, this is more than just another ghost story - it’s a grounded, unnerving tale of resilience and terror.

From the unsettling realism of Hawke’s masked villain, to the clever narrative payoff, to the unnerving parallels with real-life fears of the era, we break down why The Black Phone works as one of Blumhouse’s most effective horror outings.

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Recorded on the 4 July 2022 © Rogue Reviews.

Taking a break from the movies to dive into the world of television - we share our spoiler-free thoughts on the shows that have dominated our watchlists over the past year. From sci-fi epics to gritty thrillers, detective dramas to anime, we explore which series are worth your time in today’s crowded streaming landscape.

We dive into Alien Earth, Andor, Alice in Borderland, The Assassin and many more. Think of this as your spoiler-free guide to what’s hot (and what’s not) in TV right now.

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Recorded on the 18 September 2025 © Rogue Reviews.

Richard Osman's popular cosy crime novel is brought to life in this Netflix adaptation of The Thursday Murder Club. Directed by Chris Columbus and starring Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, Celia Imrie, and David Tennant, the film brings together four retirees who accidentally stumble into a real-life murder mystery.

We explore whether this star-studded whodunit delivers on the charm of the books or feels more like a Sunday night ITV drama. From faithfulness to the source material, to the chemistry of the cast, to the lightness of its tone, we break down what works, what doesn’t, and why it might be best suited as a miniseries rather than a feature film.

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Recorded on the 7 September 2025 © Rogue Reviews.