176: Raising Arizona (1987)

176: Raising Arizona (1987)

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May 4, 2026 · 1h 56m · Episode 176

About this episode

The episode discusses the film Raising Arizona, exploring its comedic elements and cultural impact.

The third film in our Coens Comedy Classics lineup is an all-time favorite of Alex's, and a genuine screwball hall-of-famer if you don't mind such bold proclamations. We are, of course, talking about Raising Arizona, a movie chock full of yuks that still has a genuine heart that cannot be denied. CHAPTERS: (00:00:00) - The Nextlander Watchcast Episode 176: Raising Arizona (1987) (00:00:22) - Intro. (00:08:19) - Some initial impressions, and how Raising Arizona got made. (00:21:09) - On the subject of Randall "Tex" Cobb. (00:25:43) - A brief bit on Trey Wilson. (00:27:05) - On the movie's success and reception (and also a lengthy Siskel and Ebert bit). (00:33:11) - Break! (00:33:31) - We're back, and it's time for Hi and Ed's whirlwind romance. (00:43:32) - Taking your pick of the Arizona Quints. (00:52:42) - Our new nuclear family, and the Snoats brothers come calling. (01:01:47) - The demon biker first appears, and Nathan Jr. is discovered missing. (01:07:57) - The true horror of the nuclear family is revealed. (01:15:09) - One of the all-time great failed hold-ups in cinema. (01:18:04) - The bank robbery is pitched, and Junior's origins are discovered by unsavory types…

People in this episode

Host: Alex

Topics covered

  • Coen Brothers
  • comedy
  • film analysis
  • Raising Arizona
  • cinema history
  • character study

Keywords

  • Raising Arizona
  • Coen Brothers
  • comedy classics
  • film discussion
  • cinema
  • character analysis

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Books & works: Raising Arizona

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