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| Episode 10: The Titan | 19 Aug 2020 | 00:33:28 | |
Finale. Press swarm to criticize Titanic after a bleak opening weekend at the box office. A humiliated James escapes to the desert to get away, and contemplate how to restart his career. Titanic refuses to sink. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 9: All or Nothing | 12 Aug 2020 | 00:33:38 | |
James finds Titanic's lead actors. A drug-induced hysteria rocks James' film production, as budgets spiral out of control. James gives up his share in the film film to keep it afloat. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Trailer: The Story of James Cameron | 16 Jun 2020 | 00:02:06 | |
This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios.
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| Episode VI: May 25, 1977 | 25 Jun 2019 | 00:26:58 | |
Season Finale. A startling surprise on Hollywood Boulevard. George and Steven build a sandcastle. Set in the 1970s, this six-part original series tells the story of two big-dreaming filmmakers and friends, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and how their personal, career and health struggles led to a movie revolution, and the greatest box office flop-turned-triumph of all time: Star Wars.Ā If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode V: The Music Calls | 11 Jun 2019 | 00:25:45 | |
George Lucas screens his film for Steven Spielberg and his friends. John Williams records a masterpiece. Theaters reject Star Wars. Set in the 1970s, this six-part original series tells the story of two big-dreaming filmmakers and friends, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and how their personal, career and health struggles led to a movie revolution, and the greatest box office flop-turned-triumph of all time: Star Wars.Ā If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode IV: Dreams Have Limits | 28 May 2019 | 00:29:10 | |
George and Steven struggle with crews, imploding budgets and nature itself. A $40-million handshake. "The Star Wars" faces its biggest threat. Set in the 1970s, this six-part original series tells the story of two big-dreaming filmmakers and friends, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and how their personal, career and health struggles led to a movie revolution, and the greatest box office flop-turned-triumph of all time: Star Wars.Ā If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode III: Another World | 14 May 2019 | 00:29:55 | |
Jaws is an international sensation. John Williams attends the Oscars. George and Steven embark on rival projects out of this world. Set in the 1970s, this six-part original series tells the story of two big-dreaming filmmakers and friends, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and how their personal, career and health struggles led to a movie revolution, and the greatest box office flop-turned-triumph of all time: Star Wars.Ā If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode II: The Shark | 30 Apr 2019 | 00:27:12 | |
The open ocean devours Steven. George finds a home for his space adventure. John Williams returns to film scoring with an inspired idea. Set in the 1970s, this six-part original series tells the story of two big-dreaming filmmakers and friends, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and how their personal, career and health struggles led to a movie revolution, and the greatest box office flop-turned-triumph of all time: Star Wars.Ā If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode I: The World Builders | 16 Apr 2019 | 00:24:36 | |
Steven and George become allies. A tragedy stuns composer John Williams.Ā Producers at Universal take a risk on a big idea. Set in the 1970s, this six-part original series tells the story of two big-dreaming filmmakers and friends, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and how their personal, career and health struggles led to a movie revolution, and the greatest box office flop-turned-triumph of all time: Star Wars.Ā If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Trailer: Lucas, Spielberg & the Movie Revolution | 12 Apr 2019 | 00:01:39 | |
Season 1 Trailer. Set in the 1970s, this six-part original series tells the story of two big-dreaming filmmakers and friends, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, and how their personal, career and health struggles led to a movie revolution, and the greatest box office flop-turned-triumph of all time: Star Wars.Ā If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 8: Diving Deep | 05 Aug 2020 | 00:34:39 | |
James makes several dangerous dives to the Atlantic Ocean floor to film the Titanic and clears the way for his next feature film. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 7: The Action Movie Guy | 29 Jul 2020 | 00:30:47 | |
James appears on Late Night with David Letterman, as The Abyss disappoints. The Terminator finally finds its fanbase. James rediscovers his passion in a documentary screening, and pitches Titanic. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 6: The Tyrant | 22 Jul 2020 | 00:30:31 | |
James' vision is threatened by a mutiny at Pinewood Studios. Pressure builds on composer James Horner. James' father declines an opportunity to celebrate his son's success. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 5: Building A Terminator | 15 Jul 2020 | 00:28:54 | |
James finishes filming on The Terminator, only to see the film disappoint. James marries his producer Gale, and fights for Sigourney Weaver's big payday in Aliens. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 4: Back to Basics | 08 Jul 2020 | 00:24:22 | |
An up-and-coming Ridley Scott decides on a film that will revolutionize science fiction horror. James pitches The Terminator, and meets bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 3: A Fever Dream | 01 Jul 2020 | 00:27:18 | |
Young James engineers a hot air balloon in Chippawa, Ontario. Tension builds on the set of Piranha II. James embraces his worst nightmare. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 2: New World | 24 Jun 2020 | 00:17:07 | |
James Cameron excels at Roger Corman's film studio, meeting several people who will change the course of his life. An electric moment on set demonstrates James' filmmaking potential. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||
| Episode 1: The Dropout | 17 Jun 2020 | 00:19:38 | |
Premiere. 1977: College dropout James Cameron, a 22-year-old truck driver, aspires for something more. This award-winning 10-part original miniseries stars Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead, Avengers: Endgame) as up-and-coming writer-director James Cameron, and tells the story of how he fought through decades of personal struggles and career setbacks to assemble the most expensive and grueling movie production of all-time, Titanic, that nearly sank two film studios. If you enjoyed BLOCKBUSTER, please consider a small donation to help the creators continue making this series atĀ http://GetBlockbuster.com/supportĀ and receive bonus perks, and your name in the credits. Facebook: http://facebook.com/BlockbusterPod X: http://twitter.com/Blockbuster_Pod Instagram: http://instagram.com/blockbusterpod Follow series creator @MattSchrader on X š BLOCKBUSTER is now an award-winning podcast! 2x Winner of Adweek's Creative Podcast of the Year, two NYF Radio Awards, and Webby Awards Honoree for Best Miniseries. Thanks in advance for sharing BLOCKBUSTER with a friend! | |||