Monkey Nut Punch - The Podcast

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 386, where Marvel keeps us guessing, fantasy gets a fresh adaptation, and one comedy legend isn't finished just yet. NEWSThe identity of the true villain in Spider-Man: Brand New Day remains tightly under wraps, with Marvel continuing to keep fans guessing.Peacock officially orders a Dungeon Crawler Carl television series from Seth MacFarlane's Fuzzy Door and writer Chris Yost, bringing the hugely popular LitRPG novels to the small screen.Fresh rumours suggest the Scarlet Witch could play a major role in Marvel's upcoming Mutant Saga. We discuss whether the speculation actually makes sense.HBO's Harry Potter series casts Peter Serafinowicz as the mischievous Peeves the Poltergeist, finally bringing the fan-favourite character to life on screen.Mike Myers confirms there's still life in the Austin Powers franchise following his surprise return as Dr Evil in a recent advert. TRAILERSAlley Cats – Ricky Gervais returns with a brand-new Netflix comedy.Spider-Man: Brand New Day – A fresh trailer drops, but Marvel is still keeping its biggest secrets hidden. REVIEWSupergirl – We break down DC's latest outing, discussing the performances, action, and whether it helps build confidence in James Gunn's new DC Universe. Like, subscribe, and let us know which story has you most excited this week. For more episodes, reviews, and geek culture news, visit www.mnp.ninja.

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 374, where some franchises soar… and others crash before they even get off the ground. NEWS Paradise is officially renewed for Season 3 at Hulu — clearly doing something right.New details emerge on Chloé Zhao’s failed Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, including the surprising lack of screen time for Sarah Michelle Gellar. What went wrong?Spider-Man: Brand New Day smashes records with a staggering 718.6 million trailer views, becoming the biggest movie trailer launch in history. TRAILERS Spider-Man: Brand New Day — the record-breaking trailer that has everyone talking.Dune: Part Three — the teaser sets the stage for another massive, cinematic chapter. REVIEWS Paradise — does it deserve that Season 3 renewal?Project Hail Mary — sci-fi ambition, execution, and whether it lives up to the hype. Like, subscribe, and let us know which story this week surprised you the most — the record-breaker or the reboot collapse.More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 371, where monsters evolve, video games invade prestige TV, and Marvel keeps swinging. NEWS Fresh rumoured plot leaks for Godzilla x Kong: Supernova suggest Kong might be getting yet another upgrade. Necessary escalation… or franchise inflation? An “outstanding” sci-fi thriller hailed as a masterclass in tension gets an exciting new-season update — proof smart genre storytelling still has life. HBO is developing a Baldur’s Gate series from The Last of Us co-creator Craig Mazin. Can lightning strike twice for game adaptations? Jason Momoa is set to star in a Helldivers movie, landing November 2027. Video game movies are no longer a gamble — they’re the strategy. TRAILERS Spider-Noir — black & white first look teaser brings pulpy, detective energy to the Spider-verse. ONE PIECE Season 2 — Netflix doubles down on scale, spectacle, and fan service. Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 — Marvel teases a darker return. Is this the reset fans wanted? REVIEWS Starfleet Academy — bold new Trek direction or tonal misfire? Iron Lung — stripped-back horror with atmosphere… but does it hold? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you think is actually evolving — and which is just levelling up for no reason. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 370, where long-running franchises show their cracks — and sometimes just admit it out loud. NEWS Mark Ruffalo finally confirms whether The Hulk will appear in Avengers: Doomsday, putting months of speculation to rest. For All Mankind Season 5 gets a confirmed release date, a first look, and a surprise The Killing reunion. A new rumour claims a major Star Wars character could be returning — and honestly, the logic behind it is… confusing. A Doctor Who director admits “something went wrong” with the Disney deal, saying more money didn’t mean a better show. George R. R. Martin calls his relationship with the House of the Dragon showrunner “abysmal,” reigniting the book-vs-adaptation war. TRAILERS Supergirl — official Lobo teaser gives fans their first real taste of chaos. Masters of the Universe — nostalgia, muscles, and a lot riding on one teaser. Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord — Sam Witwer returns in a dark, fan-targeted teaser for 2026. REVIEW Fallout – Season 2: does it justify the hype, the budget, and Amazon’s long-term plans? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you think is actually being honest with its audience. More episodes and links at www.mnp.ninja.

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 368, where leaks spiral, rumours implode, and legacy franchises keep arguing with themselves. NEWS Godzilla Minus Zero locks in a November release date — the King is marching back to cinemas. The internet convinces itself a secret Stranger Things finale exists… except it doesn’t. We break down the “Conformity Gate” myth and how fans talked themselves into it. A leaked report claims Supergirl villains are a human-trafficking “bunch of losers,” creating some very awkward implications for Jason Momoa’s Lobo. A Marvel movie legend is tipped to join The Batman Part II alongside Scarlett Johansson — but who are they actually playing? Peter Capaldi argues modern Doctor Who suffers from scale, saying it lost something vital compared to when he loved it. Is bigger really worse? Black Mirror officially renewed for Season 8 — bleak futures remain safely on schedule. TRAILERS Avengers: Doomsday – Loki trailer leans hard into multiverse chaos and timeline collapse. U Are the Universe — a Ukrainian sci-fi adventure offering something smaller, stranger, and refreshingly human. REVIEW Fallout – Season 2: does the show justify Amazon’s confidence, or is it already showing franchise fatigue? Like, subscribe, and let us know which rumour you almost believed. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja.

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 366, where franchises refuse to die and creators insist they’re right. NEWS Apple TV+ and Legendary expand the Monsterverse with a Young Lee Shaw series starring Wyatt Russell — prequels are the new sequels. The Fallout video game boss confirms Season 3 of the Amazon series is already being written, alongside new in-game storylines. This machine is rolling. Jamie Campbell Bower shocks audiences by reprising his Stranger Things role live on Broadway in The First Shadow. Chris Evans’ return in Avengers: Doomsday is officially confirmed after weeks of leaks and denials. James Cameron promises a new Terminator film with no callbacks and no Arnold, claiming he wants to do things audiences “aren’t imagining.” Brave… or foolish? SpaceGodzilla is officially confirmed for Godzilla x Kong: Supernova. Subtlety remains extinct. Rian Johnson admits he hoped The Last Jedi would cause outrage, arguing that handling Star Wars “with kid gloves” is the real sin. James Gunn shuts down rumours around Man of Tomorrow, firmly denying Brainiac and Dave Bautista involvement. TRAILERS Disclosure Day — paranoia and conspiracy vibes dialled up. The Sheep Detectives — family-friendly mystery with unexpected charm. Stranger Things 5: Volume 2 final trailer concept — fan hype meets speculation. REVIEWS Pluribus — Season 1, Episode 8: payoff or political posturing? Fallout — Season 2, Episode 1: does it justify Amazon doubling down? More episodes, links, and glorious nonsense at www.mnp.ninja. Like, subscribe, and argue with us in the comments.

Welcome to Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 364, where the entertainment world seems to be speed-running madness this week. NEWS Doctor Who showrunner promises a 2026 Christmas special so wild it left BBC execs “jaws agape.” Bold or bonkers? Let's dissect. Men in Black 5 officially in development at Sony — is there any juice left in the neuralyzer? Netflix drops $72 billion to buy Warner Bros’ film & streaming businesses. The industry quake begins. Sydney Sweeney fires back at backlash over the “Great Jeans” ad, calling out invented motives and labels. Stranger Things lore expands: The stage play The First Shadow finally explains Vecna’s cave phobia — and it actually matters. TRAILERS 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple — the international trailer brings bleak, brutal energy. Are we witnessing a true horror comeback? The Boys teases its final season with a trailer dripping in political spite, gore, and unhinged Homelander energy. REVIEWS Pluribus — political drama done right, or all sizzle and no steak? Tulsa King — Stallone still swinging or phoning it in? Retro Review: Star Trek: Deep Space Nine — revisiting the episode that proves DS9 still hits harder than most modern sci-fi. Hit Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more chaos each week. Full content and links at www.mnp.ninja.

In Episode 362 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we cover huge TV and film announcements, fresh trailers, and sharp reviews — from Star Trek to Shōgun and beyond. News Highlights: Star Trek is boldly going again — Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley (Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves) are developing a new movie for Paramount. Shōgun creators promise an even bigger and bloodier Season 2, with “epic war sequences” and a surprising love story at its core. Reports suggest Line of Duty is returning with its full original cast — can AC-12 crack one more case? Luther is back! Idris Elba and Ruth Wilson reunite for a brand-new movie at Netflix, reigniting the dark cat-and-mouse dynamic between Luther and Alice Morgan. Trailer Talk: Fallout Season 2 trailer teases more chaos, mutants, and Vault-Tec mischief. Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die trailer drops — Sam Rockwell leads a meta, time-bending action-comedy. Reviews: Pluribus — Apple TV’s political thriller goes full tension. Tulsa King — Stallone’s mobster series keeps its swagger alive. Retro Review: Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Looking for Par’Mach in All the Wrong Places — romance, comedy, and Klingon courtship collide. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Visit www.mnp.ninja for all episodes and extras.