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Bonus - The Phantom of the Open

Popcorn Podcast is delighted to discuss The Phantom of the Open, starring Oscar-winner Mark Rylance alongside Sally Hawkins. In this bonus episode, Leigh and Tim break down the unbelievable true story of shipyard worker Maurice Flitcroft, a dreamer who manages to enter the 1976 British Open – despite never playing a round of golf in his life – and shoots the worst round of golf in Open history, becoming a folk hero in the process. This uplifting British comedy has a lot to offer and teach us about life and living. We hope you enjoy it and this Popcorn Podcast episode.

Bonus – Minions: The Rise of Gru

It's a bananas bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast, as Leigh is joined by special guest host Peter Gray to discuss Minions: The Rise of Gru. Everything in this Illumination prequel from the stacked voice cast – featuring Steve Carell, Taraji P Henson and Alan Arkin – to the funky soundtrack and cancelled Minions is on the agenda in an unmissable bite-sized episode…

Bonus - The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent

It's all about Nicolas Cage in this bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast. Staring Nicolas Cage as Nick Cage, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent takes Leigh and Tim on a wild ride like no other! The film follows a cash-strapped fictionalised version of Cage who agrees to make a paid appearance at a billionaire super-fan's birthday party. But does the meta and madness deliver?…

Bonus – Ambulance

Special guest host Nick L'Barrow joins Leigh to discuss Michael Bay's action-packed new blockbuster, Ambulance. From the high-speed car chases to the dynamic use of drone technology, Ambulance is Bayhem in every sense of the word. Come along for the ride with Popcorn Podcast as we break down the adrenaline-fuelled Ambulance starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as criminal brothers desperately trying to escape a bank heist gone wrong…

Bonus – The Bad Guys

Being good is no fun at all in this bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast. Leigh and Tim review The Bad Guys, a new action-comedy from DreamWorks Animation based on Aaron Blabey's best-selling kids' book series. The film follows a criminal crew of animal outlaws – including Mr Wolf (Sam Rockwell), Mr Snake (Marc Maron), Mr Shark (Craig Robinson), Ms Tarantula (Awkwafina) and Mr Piranha (Anthony Ramos) – as they attempt their most challenging con yet... becoming good guys. Does the "Tarantino for kids" flick hit the target? Find out in this fun new episode from your favourite podcasting pair…

Bonus – Studio 666

Foo Fighters throw a monkey wrench at classic horror with slasher comedy Studio 666. The film sees the iconic rockers recording their new album in an abandoned mansion while contending with demonic houseguests, a horny neighbour, an overeager delivery driver and possessed frontman Dave Grohl convinced he's discovered a new note. But is Studio 666 the best, the best, the best of a new musician-led sub-genre? Find out Leigh and Tim's thoughts in this bite-sized bonus episode.

Bonus – Aline

Popcorn Podcast unpacks fictional biopic Aline, inspired by the incredible true story of singing sensation Celine Dion's rise to fame. Much like the superstar diva herself, Aline is gloriously goofy with some interesting creative choices – giving Leigh and Tim plenty to say about Valérie Lemercier's ode to the icon.

Bonus - C'mon C'mon

Join Popcorn Podcast for a review of transformational drama C'Mon C'Mon. The stylistic black and white film from Mike Mills stars Oscar-winner Joaquin Phoenix and Woody Norman as an uncle and nephew forging new emotional bonds on a cross-country road trip.

Bonus – Parallel Mothers

Parallel Mothers is the latest from celebrated filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar. Starring his muse Penélope Cruz, the film explores political, moral and ethical themes amidst the coincidental meeting of two pregnant women whose relationship develops and complicates, and changes their lives forever. Join Popcorn Podcast for a bite-sized dive into this acclaimed foreign language drama.

Bonus – The Eyes of Tammy Faye

Popcorn Podcast dives into The Eyes of Tammy Faye, starring Jessica Chastain as a televangelist who rose to fame with her husband Jim Bakker (Andrew Garfield) before publicly losing it all in a fraud scandal dubbed Pearlygate. Chastain is transformed as Christian singer and preacher Tammy Faye in this intimate biopic from director Michael Showalter based on the documentary of the same name. Join Leigh and Tim in their lively discussion of The Eyes of Tammy Faye…

Bonus – The 355

The 355 takes girl power to a whole new level with Jessica Chastain, Penélope Cruz, Diane Kruger, Lupita Nyong'o and Bingbing Fan all kicking arse in this espionage thriller – but is it mission accomplished? Popcorn Podcast has the no-spoiler lowdown on Simon Kinberg's action-packed flick in this bonus episode.

The King's Man

The King's Man catapults Popcorn Podcast to the early 20th century to learn how the secret Kingsman agency was formed. But does the prequel to the irreverent spy series maketh a good film? Find out what Leigh and Tim thought of this action-packed adventure starring Ralph Fiennes.

Bonus – Red Rocket

Leigh and Tim discuss Red Rocket, Sean Baker's (The Florida Project) wild character-driven ride about Mikey Saber (Simon Rex), a washed-up opportunistic porn star who goes crawling back to his small Texas hometown – not that anyone really wants him back! Enjoy this bonus Popcorn Podcast episode.

Special – Eva Orner

Popcorn Podcast has the absolute honour of chatting to Oscar-winner Eva Orner about her powerful new documentary Burning to get firsthand insights on why the filmmaker felt compelled to make this movie, how she brought footage and interviews together in a way that balances both the political and emotional, and how she hopes people will respond to watching the confronting but important film. We hope you enjoy this special episode.

Bonus – House of Gucci

Prepare for a wild ride as Popcorn Podcast dives into the fabulously decadent and dubious House of Gucci, a tale of excess, greed and multiple betrayals dramatising the murder of the Gucci heir, as orchestrated by his ex-wife. Director Ridley Scott directs this blockbuster starring Adam Driver and Lady Gaga alongside Al Pacino, Jared Leto and Jeremy Irons.

Bonus – Ghostbusters: Afterlife

If you want to know, if this movie's good. Who you gonna call? Popcorn Podcast! Ghostbusters are back in town and Leigh and Tim get nostalgic discussing new sequel Ghostbusters: Afterlife, starring Mckenna Grace, Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon and Finn Wolfhard. Join us on a journey to the Afterlife in this special no spoiler bonus episode.

Bonus – The Tragedy Of Macbeth

Popcorn Podcast dives into Joel Coen's adaptation of Macbeth, starring the incomparable Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand. Yes, Shakespeare's iconic tragedy has been done before... but never like this. Leigh and Tim unpack The Tragedy Of Macbeth – which marks Coen's first outing as a solo director – coming to cinemas and Apple TV+.

Bonus – West Side Story

Forbidden love and gang wars. Happiness and tragedy. Singing and dancing. Director Steven Spielberg's love letter to the iconic West Side Story has it all! Popcorn Podcast brings you the action and energy of Spielberg's adaptation, which unravels the tale of Tony (Ansel Elgort) and Maria (Rachel Zegler), teenage lovers threatened by circumstances they can't control.

Bonus – The Matrix Ressurections

Popcorn Podcast heads back into The Matrix with a review of Resurrections, the fourth instalment of the Wachowski sisters' highly successful sci-fi film franchise. Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss return as Neo and Trinity in a mind-bending blockbuster full of eye-popping action, special effects and ultimately... love. Listen to the no spoiler episode and let us know what you think of The Matrix Resurrections on our social media channels.