The Movie Defenders

It's time to take a run at the second bite at the apple for The Running Man! This time Edgar Wright takes his shot with a *very* book-accurate version of Stephen King's vision. Definitely different than the Arnold 1987 flick, but how does it work for us? Find out! Also we break down our top 5 reboots based on books, that got it better then 2nd time around. So grab your grenades, don't forget your fluffy kid socks, and drop your tapes in by midnight... it's time for The Running Man 2025 on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:36:20 Top 5 Remakes Based on Books 01:02:45 Running Man Discussion Starts 01:24:49 Movie Begins 01:43:33 Killian Makes an Offer 01:53:58 The Show Begins 02:12:25 Ben Finds a Safe House 02:28:07 Ben Meets Elton 02:51:50 Ben a Hunter? 03:03:41 Ben Threatens to Crash 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 Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's time to go back a couple decades and unearth a film staring two legends of film, Michael Caine and Robert Duvall in Secondhand Lions! A film that missed both Brev and Scott when it dropped, our dear friend Megan Bush brought us this one and we are so glad she did. A feel good family film they just don't make anymore. Before we examine the film, we also dive into the top 5 Caine/Duvall movies of all time. So grab your shotguns, watch out for traveling salesmen, and don't forget the corn.... it's time for Secondhand Lions on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Up To 00:38:22 Top 5 Caine/Duvall Movies 01:10:24 Movie Discussion Begins 01:32:14 Walter is Dropped Off 02:02:21 Walter Runs Away 02:09:14 Garth Tells Walter the Beginning of the Story 02:25:36 Garth Tells Part 2 02:32:09 Hub Fights the Bullies 02:47:11 Walter Asks Hub What Happened 03:02:05 Saying Goodbye 03:16:47 Sheik's Grandson Appears 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 Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Today is a free Backlot Tour show, normally reserved just for Patrons so you can hear some of the extra content we make for our subs! Today it's a Stranger Things retrospective with a focus on the final season and that incredible finale. Scott and Brev play interviews, clips, and more as we discuss what made Stranger Things a global phenomenon, and why the Duffer Bros. really know how to write! Become a part of our Patreon family over at patreon.com/moviedefenders and for just $1 a month get this content regularly! 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 Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

There is nothing better than classic Disney animation! And today the Gen Xers who host the show are throwing back to one of their favorites of all time, The Sword in the Stone! A fantastic film with so many life lessons wrapped up into a great, short animated film, are the reasons parents back then trusted Disney to help raise their kids. We will dive into all the best and classic scenes in this one. Prior to talking the movie, however we get to a lot of stuff! We talk the new Supergirl trailer, all the stuff we've been watching, and break down our top 5 picks for Disney animated movies they SHOULD make a live-action remake for! So grab your magic wands, make sure you use your brains over brawn, and lets all get blown to Bermuda... it's time for The Sword in the Stone on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Supergirl Teaser Discussion 00:41:38 Top 5 Disney Animated Films they SHOULD remake in live action 01:13:00 Sword in the Stone Discussion Starts 01:28:22 Movie Opens 01:39:04 Wart Drops in For Tea 01:51:53 Things Get Fishy 02:11:00 Madam Mim 02:24:35 Wart is Squire Again 02:39:22 King Arthur 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 Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Yes, it's really happening. We, the Movie Defenders, are going to defend the un-defendable. Actually, no... we aren't. But we're going to have fun! Can't defend it so let's just lean into the chaos :). We break down the craziness that is this special and we jump into the 'why' behind it, as well as the documentary, "A Disturbance in the Force" which tells the story of this special. Also, we discuss our top 5 pieces of Star Wars toys/memorabilia that we each have. So grab your life day glow balls, call up your favorite holo-net program, and yes... that's really Bea Arthur... it's time for The Star Wars Holiday Special on The Movie Defenders Podcast. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:33:15 Top 5 Pieces of Star Wars Memorabilia 01:35:28 Holiday Special Discussion Starts 01:59:08 How and Why This Happened 02:13:06 It Wasn't the Worst Thing 02:22:50 How It Starts 02:43:25 Enter Bea Arthur 02:52:49 Starships and Hyperdrives 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 Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

We stay in spooky season today with one our brother Donald will be glad he missed. It's time to dive into the fantastic horror triumph... Weapons! Zach Cregger's follow-up to Barbarian hit theaters this summer... and wow is it awesome. We love more things about it every time we see it. We also give our Top 5 horror film debuts for directors of all time. So beware the weird little tree, don't let anyone cut your hair, and for goodness sake don't step over the salt... it's time for Weapons on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:39:07 Top 5 Horror Debuts for Directors 01:03:49 Weapons Discussion Starts 01:34:21 A Child Narrates the Opening 01:59:35 Meeting at the Bar 02:40:18 Paul Chases Down James 03:03:13 Meet Gladys 03:16:08 Archer Teams Up with Justine 03:21:45 Gladys Demonstrates Her Power 03:40:32 Not So Happy End 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 Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

"Looks like we made it!" Top Twenty here we are! Can't believe it's finally happened, but the films recognized as numbers 20-16 by the AFI get the Tanner Brother treatment. We apologize in advance. It's a Wonderful Life On the Waterfront The General The Graduate Sunset Blvd 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 Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast