About this episode

Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan discuss the 1978 classic film 'Animal House'.

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan go on double-secret probation after rewatching the 1978 classic ‘Animal House’ starring John Belushi, Tim Matheson, and John Vernon. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Matt Pevic The Ringer is committed to responsible trading. Please visit https://fanduel.com/predicts to learn more about the resources and helpline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Chris Ryan

Topics covered

• film analysis
• comedy
• 1970s cinema
• nostalgia
• Animal House
• rewatch

Keywords

• Animal House
• Bill Simmons
• Chris Ryan
• comedy film
• 1978
• John Belushi
• nostalgia

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Ringer

Books & works: Animal House

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