BondZilla Podcast

How can you make another Planet of the Apes movie after you, well, blow up the planet? You send two very likable Apes back in time to 1970s Los Angeles to help explore the rise of ape society, philosophize about time travel, religion, and fate, and to help us catch up with Ricardo Montalbon. There's no time to waste! We need to "Escape from the Planet of the Apes!"

Another Christmas Eve, another adventure for John McClaine. This time, he's stuck in an airport with more bad guys, more explosions, and more ace reporters trying to get the scoop. How can the same thing happen to the same guy twice? It's time to Die Harder with a closer look at "Die Hard 2!"

The second film in the Planet of the Apes series picks up right where the original classic left off, giving us a man who looks almost exactly like Charlton Heston, an underground society of mutant psychics who worship a gigantic nuke, a well performed Gorilla general... and possibly a good movie? It's time to find out what lies "Beneath the Planet of the Apes!"

Imagine this: Die Hard in a Podcast! Well, we're not gonna go that far, but the Bondzilla Boyz head to Nakatomi Plaza to see the film world be fully introduced to Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, and a brand new action franchise in the making. Yippee-Kai-Yay, It's time to "Die Hard!"

Bondzilla returns to the world of Apes, but this time it's a world where apes truly rule over man, a world featuring some of the most memorable lines of all time, astounding make-up, and an insanely iconic ending to boot. It's a Madhouse when Bondzilla breaks down the original "Planet of the Apes."

The core Pirates of the Caribbean team trade the open sea for the American West as an iconic character is brought to new life with big franchise hopes in mind. We discuss the good, the bad, the complicated, and the unexpected legacy of "The Lone Ranger."

The Bondzilla Podcast reaches the end of its thirteen film journey exploring the adventures of the various Enterprise crews as the Kelvin Timeline crashes its ship into a new planet, to wonderfully fun results. Let's blast some Beastie Boys and celebrate "Star Trek Beyond."

The most recent entry of the Pirates franchise has lots to talk about! Like Ghosts, and Horology, and the return of old faces, and... weird, unnecessary weddings... and maybe some Jack Sparrow too? Let's waste no more time. It's "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales" time!

The Kelvin Timeline pushes on as the Enterprise Crew must face off with the cunning Benedict Cumberbatch, who is totally not playing a very famous Star Trek villain, so quit asking about it! For real, he's just John Harrison and nobody else! Certainly not Kahn. Truly! You gotta believe me! Anyways, let's shine some light on the ever debatable "Star Trek Into Darkness."

What happens when Jack Sparrow becomes the sole protagonist of the Pirates franchise? You get a film featuring Blackbeard, The Fountain of Youth, Mermaids, Poison Frogs, and a surprising amount of sexual humor. It's time to dediscover "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides."

We watched it happen, we saw it happen, don't tell us it didn't happen! The original Enterprise Crew leaps into the modern Blockbuster era with a fresh faced young cast, timeline altering shenanigans, and a rising star director by the name of J.J. Abrams. It's time to dig into the 2009 version of "Star Trek!"

Finally! After many ups, downs, delays, and questions about its very existence, The 25th James Bond Movie is finally here. The Bondzilla Boys dive back into the world of 007 and reflect on the end of the Daniel Craig era. It's about time to review "No Time to Die!"

Maelstrom! The original Pirates trilogy comes to a close as our favorite cast of Pirates defend their right to piracy on the open sea, facing off against constant betryals, a Hong Kong Action star, an incredibly epic third act, and at least one strangely giant woman. The Bondzilla ship sails into the sunset that is "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End."

The 10th film in the Star Trek Franchise brings about the end of both the Next Generation series and the original era of Star Trek Movies. The Bondzilla Boyz warp back to 2002 to meet a young-faced Tom Hardy, and to dig into the always debated "Star Trek: Nemesis."

Jack Sparrow and his crew cement their place in the annals of franchise history with a film feature one of cinema's greatest visual effects characters. The Bondzilla Boyz reflect on a movie that holds a special place in their hearts; "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest."

Picard and the Next Generation crew are back once again, and this time, it's eternal youth they're dealing with. Alongside clean-shaven faces, romance, Gilbert and Sullivan, villains with stretchy skin, and firmer boobs, of course. It's time to dig into "Star Trek: Insurrection."

The Bondzilla Podcast sets their compass (which may or may not point north) on the sights of a new franchise! The original attraction, Johnny Depp's legendary performance, and a modern film classic are all discussed as we sail into "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl."

Resistance is Futile! Picard faces an old and powerful enemy in The Borg, and the Star Trek franchise returns to the old stand-by of having a member of the cast direct a movie involving Time Travel! Let's head back in time to the near future as we join the Collective of "Star Trek: First Contact."

Special guest and Friend of the Podcast Kenny joins Bondzilla once again, this time to return to the Bond side of the equation to talk about a silly 80s film where Roger Moore sorta kinda plays himself as Bond? We'll explain. It's time to race across the country in "The Cannonball Run."

A brief update on our second August 2021 as well as the announcement of our next franchise!

It's time for the Bondzilla Podcast to take on the Next Generation of Star Trek! We are introduced to a new crew and a new Enterprise, say goodbye to an old friend, and learn that time is the fire in which we indeed burn. We enter the Nexus that is "Star Trek Generations."

The Bondzilla Podcast returns to the Monsterverse one more time in order to bring this series about Kong to a close. Grab your gas masks and samurai swords, put the needle down on those sweet 70s tunes, and bring all your John C. Riley love, as it's time to finally take on "Kong: Skull Island."

The Original Series saga comes to a close, as Nicholas Meyer returns to the franchise to help bring peace between the Federation and the Klingons. Historical Inspirations, Shakespeare, Political Thrills, and Shapeshifters all come together to bring us the finale that is "Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country."

Peter Jackson creates a love letter to his all-time favorite film, and brings this legendary Hollywood myth into the modern age of film making. The Bondzilla Podcast takes on its first true remake, and reflects on the legacy of the 2005 version of "King Kong."

What does God need with a starship? William Shatner seeks to answer this question and many more as he steps into the director's chair of the Star Trek franchise. It's time to find God as we explore the infamous "Star Trek V: The Final Frontier."

The Bondzilla Podcast takes on another obscure King Kong movie in which Kong gains an artificial heart, falls in love with a Lady Kong, and eventually eats a redneck. It's time to discuss what exactly happens when "King Kong Lives."

Yes, everyone. It's the one with the whales. This officially unofficial trilogy wraps up with a very silly and comedic film that showcases some of the absolute best of the Star Trek franchise. Let's slingshot around the sun and travel back in time to 1986 to dive into the awesome "Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home."

The world's most famous giant ape finds himself in a remake, and it's probably not the one you're thinking of! Dino De Laurentiis brings a cast of future Oscar winning actors and special effects gurus and fends off lawsuits, all to bring his 1976 vision of "King Kong" to the big screen.

Leonard Nimoy steps into the director's chair to help resurrect his most beloved character, bringing Klingons, Vulcan Mysticism, more classic Trek references, and strange sexual implications along the way. The Bondzilla Podcast explores the very direct sequel that is "Star Trek III: The Search for Spock."

The long wait is finally over! Cinema's two most famous giant monsters once again clash on the silver screen, and The Bondzilla Podcast is here to take a deep dive into the latest entry into the Monsterverse. It's time to see who wins in "Godzilla vs. Kong."

There was a direct sequel to the original King Kong? And it came out the exact same year? Kong had a son? And he fights a giant bear? And it has a pretty insane ending? All these questions and more are explored at the Bondzilla Podcasts checks out the obscure "Son of Kong."

An Original Series villain, a television producer, and a Sherlock Holmes fan-fiction writer come together to create one of the greatest science fiction films ever made. The Bondzilla Podcast dicusses how the Enterprise Crew truly makes its mark on pop culture history in "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn."

The Bondzilla Podcast travels back in time to the Golden Age of Hollywood to begin its look at America's favorite giant gorilla. It's a look at the beginnings on cinema's largest cinema icons, "King Kong."

How does something go from a canceled TV Series to a major cinematic blockbuster? The Bondzilla Podcast explores the origins of the Star Trek Films with a look at the rather unique first entry, "Star Trek: The Motion Picture."

The Bondzilla Presents era begins with a look into the origins of the Starship Enterprise and its crew. Nick is here to take you on a dive into the world of Kirk, Spock, McCoy, Gene Roddenberry, and... Gangster Planets? That's what you're in for when you warp into "Star Trek: The Original Series."

The Bondzilla Podcast's Final episode, talking the show's legacy, our final thoughts on both franchises, and other classic tangents.

We've done the man with the license to kill, now it’s time for the King of the Monsters. After a 65 year legacy, the Bondzilla Podcast returns to the original film that started it all in another fan commentary track! Sync up to your Blu-Ray or Digital Copy or just listen as we revisit "Godzilla”! Timecodes: 00:01:12 - Intro 00:17:46 - Commentary Track Starts (PRESS PLAY HERE) 01:54:00 - Review & Final Thoughts

After exploring the entire 007 legacy, the Bondzilla Podcast returns to where it all began. Join in on this retrospective of the first James Bond film with a fan commentary track! Sync up to your Blu-Ray or Digital Copy or just listen as we revisit "Dr. No”! Timecodes: 00:01:12 - Intro 00:10:26 - Commentary Track Starts (PRESS PLAY HERE) 02:00:00 - Review & Final Thoughts

The Bondzilla Podcast lays out its future...

The Bondzilla Podcast celebrates Kongsgiving by looking at another King in the Kaiju Kingdom. A deep dive into the legacy and franchise of Kong, followed by a look at his second Toho appearance in "King Kong Escapes."

The Bondzilla Podcast hits the nostalgia button by entering the family friendly mind of Robert Rodriguez and taking a look at the original "Spy Kids."

This Week in News: - Netflix's Godzilla Singular Point Trailer - Rami Malek talks No Time to Die role.

Sean Connery Passes Away at age 90. The Bondzilla Podcast pays tribute by talking the man, the career and of course 007 Legacy.

It’s the Halloween season, so the Bondzilla Podcast dives into the connections between Kaiju Films and the Horror Genre, and then take a look at "The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms." PLUS: An interview with Writer/Director Patrick R. Young Timecode: 00:01:00 - Intro 00:26:00 - Interview 01:23:00 - Movie Discussion

The Bondzilla Podcast gets grounded and political looking at the Spy genre through an unglamorous lens in "The Spy Who Came in from the Cold."

The Bondzilla Podcast scales it back with a little indie drama...that also happens to involve kaiju. Its tales of drinking, emotional manipulation and flights of monster fancy in "Colossal.”

The Bondzilla Crew catchup to discuss a myriad of things, some of which include Bond and Godzilla stuff.

The Bondzilla Podcast tackles the highest grossing, most critically acclaimed spy film of the 2000's! ...would you believe second highest grossing? How about a solid enough comedy based off the great satirical TV Show "Get Smart"?

The Future of Bondzilla

The Bondzilla Podcast finally dives into this Toho classic that pits two forces of misunderstood nature against each other in "The War of the Gargantuas."

In This Month's Bond Deep Dive: With all the Bond actors under the belt, The Bondzilla Podcast looks back on how all he portrayals stack up!