Cast-A-Role

We're back, and we've got our hidden strings attached, and we're flying through the trees as wee discus Ang Lee's wuxia masterpiece, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon from the year 2000. We perform a deep-dive on the cast, such as Michelle Yeoh and Chow Yun-fats career defining performances. The beautifully constructed fight choreography, the Green Destiny sword lore, and lasting impact on world cinema, that turned this Chinese art house films, into a must see blockbuster.  

Talk to Me, Goose: Is Top Gun Still King Of The Skies? Description: In this episode, we're hopping into the cockpit and revisiting Top Gun—the high-flying ‘80s classic that gave us Tom Cruise as Maverick, unforgettable aerial stunts, and one of the most iconic soundtracks of all time (you're already humming them, aren't you?). Whether you've seen it 50 times or are just now getting around to it, Top Gun is one of those movies that never stops being cool. We chat about what made Top Gun such a hit in 1986, from the epic jet sequences and bromances to the real-life impact it had on Navy recruitment.  Expect fun facts, and a little trivia, but did we have a whole lot of love for the need… the need for speed?   www.castarolepod.com

This week on Cast-A-Role, we're diving headfirst into the wild, messy, unforgettable world of Trainspotting - Danny Boyle's 90s cult classic that gave us Choose Life, Iggy Pop, and one of the most iconic toilet scenes in movie history. In this episode, we discuss: Why Trainspotting is such an important film, and what made it the cult classic it is today Ewan McGregor's performance as Renton Addiction, Friendship - and how the film doesn't pull any punches We discuss some of our favourite moments, including the soundtrack Jim has a fascinating thought on the ending If you grew up quoting Begbie or just watched it for the first time, we've got takes, trivia, and plenty of “WTF?” moments to unpack. Hit play and let's take a trip (pun intended) back to 90s Edinburgh. #Trainspotting #90sMovies #DannyBoyle #EwanMcGregor #CultClassics #MoviePodcast #ChooseLife #IrvineWelsh #BritishCinema

This week on Cast-A-Role, we're breaking down one of the most iconic films in cinema history: The Godfather. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola and starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino, this 1972 classic didn't just redefine the gangster genre — it changed movies forever. In this episode, we unpack: The film's influence on Hollywood and modern storytelling The transformation of Michael Corleone and what it says about power and identity Key performances, unforgettable scenes, and why they still resonate The real-life inspiration behind the Corleone family and the legacy of mafia films Whether you're revisiting The Godfather or watching it for the first time, this conversation is packed with insights, analysis, and admiration for one of cinema's true masterpieces (well, at least from 2 of us). #TheGodfather #MoviePodcast #FilmDiscussion #MarlonBrando #AlPacino #ClassicMovies #MobMovies #FrancisFordCoppola #CinemaHistory #MovieTalk #FilmAnalysis #GangsterMovies

With yet another tantalizing movie review, your new favourite movie podcast is back. It's our season finale, and we've picked a big one. We review Stanley Kubrick's 1980 adaptation of Stephen King's 1977 novel of the same name, The Shining. Expect the usual hijinks from the trio as we give our opinions on what many consider one of the greatest horror movies of all time.  

We are back again with another new episode, and this time, we are doing a Patreon-suggested movie, Bill Murrays, The Man That Knew Too Little. We begin this week discussing steak, and Nick gives one of the worst opinions EVER! Sam goes off piste, and plugs a Youtube channel, which leads to Jim giving a stong soupy opinion Then Jim ends "What we've been watching" with a STRONG opinion. We then begrudgingly discuss possibly the worst movie we've covered to date. Nick continues his trend of giving awful opinions And Sam treats us to an Audio Aperitif with a bit of a difference.

https://www.patreon.com/c/castarolepodcast/membership   We are back with another Cast A Role, and not only are we back with one of our video game movie pitches, it's also Jims' birthday.   This week rather than discussing what we have been watching, we talk about what we have been playing. During this discussion, Sam reveals a life lesson that he has recently learned. Nick tells us of his newly found cult leadership. Our talk leads us to gush over one of the best games of a generation, including plenty of box chat. Jim discusses his frustration with pirated gaming and THEN we get to our pitches of which one of us went in a VERY interesting direction. This week we end by revealing our first-ever Patreon member film pick, followed by a special gaming edition of Audio Aperitif

www.patreon.com/castarolepodcast You voted in your masses and asked for it, so we did it, and with a sequel in the works, it made perfect sense. We have reviewed and recast, Mel Brooks 1987 Sci-Fi spoof, Spaceballs. This week Jim gives his thoughts on The Substance, which leads to a little extra discussion with Sam Nick gets put under the spotlight Jim has a mare (or 2) Together we come up with much better jokes (seriously Mel, give us a call) During our recasting, all hell breaks loose as Jim has a case of mistaken identity And we wrap things up with the return of Audio Aperitif  

How have we already made it through January? Well, we certainly aren't slowing down, and Nick has finally managed to get Jim and Sam to sit down and watch a horror film. The guys went together to the cinema to sit down and watch Robert Eggers, Nosferatu. We begin this week by discussing the career of the recently passed David Lynch. Sam declares he's already found his film of 2025. We worked out what we believed would make up the musical to end all musicals. And we of course deep dive into Nosferatu, not before Jim has a brain fart, and Nick struggles with a date. Of course, we can't fully agree on things, have various opinions, and make plenty of bad impressions. Jim once again delays the mega-wheel and reveals to Sam and Nick that he has a little surprise for them.

We may be two weeks into the new year, but we are back with our first review and recasting of 2025. After the carnage brought about by Armageddon, we are left with nothing but Tremors. So that's what we're covering this time out: the 1990 Kevin Bacon hit Tremors. We start this week disguising ourselves as a food podcast with a LOT of cheese chat. Nick starts and quits a journey in anime. Jim watched a film recommended by Sam, which led to a flat earther chat. It may be a new year, but that doesn't mean Jim is any different. He makes not one but two belting comments. There are copious amounts of innuendos, followed by our recastings going in very different directions And no episode is complete without an edition of Audio Aperitif     

We are back for what could be the last time as we count down to the new year and the possible apocalyptic event that has no doubt been predicted as we head into 2025. And it's rather fitting that we are reviewing Micheal Bay's 90's epic, Armageddon. We begin the episode this week discussing......... Pickled Eggs. Jim and Sam give their thoughts on one of cinema's biggest releases of 2024, Wicked! Nick once again questions Jim on what makes a film worthy of 5 meatballs. Nick again jumps to the defence of Vince Vaughan We discuss the mental implementation of physics. Rather than recast the film, we instead pitch our own Armageddon event films And as always we end the episode with a trip to the Megawheel and a friendly game of Audio Aperitif    

We are back once again with an early Christmas present for you in the form of another delicious Cast-A-Role This time, we are traveling back to 1987 to review Arnold Schwarzenegger's futuristic action romp, The Running Man. We start this week off talking all things Christmas dinner, and the divisive Brussels sprout Nick gets reminded of something he watched in the lead-up to the recording by a rather interesting discussion As expected, the review leads to some contrasting opinions. During our recasting, Jim is left flabbergasted by Sam and Nick And we round things out with a Christmas-inspired edition of Audio Aperitif

It's the first episode of our tricky second album, and we've set off with our best foot forward. This week we are reviewing and recasting 1979's Apocalypse Now We begin this week with Nick still trying to justify his casting of Maggie Smith for Ripley. It may be our 2nd year, but it's still very much the same old Jim. Nick and Sam struggle with Jim's apathetic opinions. Despite his opinions, Jim does an OK job at recasting. And we continue as we mean to go on, we a brand new round of Audio Aperitif.  

IT'S OUR ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY, AND WHAT A YEAR IT HAS BEEN!!   We started the year discussing the first film of an iconic franchise, so it's only right that we end the year discussing the first film of another iconic franchise. And what a franchise it is! We head back to 1979 to discuss Ridley Scott's Alien. Of course, Ridley Scott is still very much going strong with the recent release of Gladiator 2, and the Alien franchise is arguably stronger than ever, with the recent release of Alien: Romulus and the upcoming television series Alien: Earth. So, what do Sam, Nick, and, most importantly, Jim think of the original? This week, we start with several big announcements. Rather than discuss what we've been watching this week; we instead, discuss some of our favourite moments of the past year of Cast-A-Role. We declare our film of the year (kind of) Jim has an epiphany and does the unthinkable The is what is quite possibly the mouse BIZARRE casting choice to date. And we round out the episode with yet another Audio Aperitif. Can Jim level the score, or will Nick romp home to victory?

We have entered our birthday month, and to kick things off we have a rather not-so-exciting film to discuss in the form of Martin Scorsese's Casino. It may be fireworks day in the UK, but don't expect many of them in this week's episode, as for once Sam agrees with Jim!!!  We start this week off discussing Lego land, and Jim's non-enjoyment of rides. The guys give a little insight into the Mega Wheel. Jim gushes over The Wild Robot. Sadly, there is no Audio Aperitif this week (damn you Sam!!) but the guys do go off on a tangent off the back of Sam's recasting to pitch quite possibly the greatest film ever! And to mark our one-year anniversary, The Mega Wheel picks another HUGE franchise for us to tackle.

Spooky season is in full swing and the guys have got a lovely trick (or treat) up their sleeves for you. For their second Halloween special, we are reviewing not one, but two films for you. First up we have the absolute classic that is Uwe Boll's Alone In The Dark, followed by Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands. We begin this week as always, by discussing what we've been watching, including things such as The Killers Game, Vince McMahon, and Sam and Jim gush over Monster: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. This episode delivers some VERY hot takes from Jim (shock), some of which Nick struggled to comprehend. Sam and Nick tell a story of their struggles with Indian dubbing. And even with two film reviews, we still manage to find time for another edition of Audio Aperitif, can Jim claw one back? Will Nick continue his winning ways? or will Sam continue his hijinx?

We are back again for another edition of Cast-A-Role, and this week we enter "Spooky Season" much to the displeasure of Jim. To kick off this Halloween season, the boys are reviewing and recasting John Carpenter's The Thing from 1982. The guys start this week off discussing what food should and shouldn't go on a stick, as well as whether pineapple should go on a pizza. Jim reveals his hatred for Halloween. Nick somehow confuses George of the Jungle with The Jungle Book! Sam issues Jim a massive apology that sends shivers down Nick's spine as he starts to come to terms with the possibility of watching the Rebel Moon director's cuts. Will this classic film be safe from Jim? (probably not) For recastings this week, the guys couldn't decide on how many to recast, so have settled on just MacReady, but then served up some pitches for survival horror films, at which point Jim may have lost the plot. And to end the episode, Audio Aperitif is back. Can Jim level the score with Nick? Or will there be yet more hijinks?

HELLO! And welcome back for another edition of Cast-A-Role! The audio troubles are behind us and we are ready and waiting to serve you more delicious recasting. This week we are heading all the way back in our way back machine, to the year 1976 where we shall be reviewing and recasting Logan's Run. In this week's episode, Sam and Nick claim Jim to be the leader of a cult! It's been a hot minute, so we have another rant from Jim. We discuss THAT robot. In this week's recasting all 3 of the guys are not only on a different page but completely different books, so have put the recastings to a public vote. And Sam reveals that there is NO AUDIO APERITIF! BOOOOOOOO!  

DISCLAIMER!! Unfortunately, the audio issues that plagued us last time are still present this week. We can only apologise and thank you for being patient with us as we rectify it for the next episode. We are back again with another edition of Cats-A-Role, and this time we are traveling back to 1991 to take on the action-packed thrill ride, Point Break. But before that, Nick introduces us to his chocolate choices, and Sam throws a bit of controversy in to the conversation. Nick absolutely owns Jim and Sam It's been a while since we've had a rant from Jim, so he's back with a bang! The guys almost reach breaking point. And can Jim level up the scores when Sam presents the latest edition of "Audio Aperitif"

DISCLAIMER - Sam has got himself a shiny new microphone and we didn't quite get the levels correct so he may come across a bit loud in places over the next couple of episodes. We can only apologize and will have this sorted when we next record.   WE ARE BACK!! Time for another episode of classic Cast-A-Role shenanigans. This week we are reviewing and recasting the last film Micheal Bay did before he stopped caring and sunk his teeth into franchising, 2005's Action Sci-Fi romp The Island. We start this week off by discussing our favourite Tex-Mex meals, which somehow leads to a traffic report of sorts. Jim has watched the Rebel Moon Director's Cuts and gives his thoughts and retrospectively re-evaluating the originals with a cameo from Sam's Guinea pigs. We dive into why Jim watched this 3 times in the cinema. Nick DOESN'T pick Emily Blunt.  Sam may give Micheal Bay a bit too much credit We have a listener email that absolutely pulls Jims pants down. And we end the episode introducing you to THE MEGA WHEEL followed by Sam treating us to another edition of Audio Aperitif. 

We're back with our regularly scheduled dose of Cast-A-Role, and this time it's the turn of Sam to give us a little insight into his mind and the types of films he considers worthy of a Top 5 placement. We go back to the year 1987 (a great year) and discuss the fantasy comedy, The Princess Bride. But before we get into all of that, as is customary we begin by going on a tangent into what kind of employee Jim would be like. Sam as expected going into this episode, is full of praise...... .....Jim and Nick, not so much. The guys also can't help but give themselves a round of applause with what is possibly their best recasting yet.   Don't forget if you like what you hear and want to support us on this journey, head on over to buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast and leave us a little donation that will allow us to continue to produce the best product possible.

Fresh off the back of getting together at the cinema and watching the latest offering in the Deadpool franchise, Deadpool and Wolverine, the guys sit down to review the latest offering from Ryan Reynalds and Hugh Jackman. Jim starts this week by gushing over the latest offering from Amazon Prime, Those About To Die. Was this the perfect superhero film for someone who isn't usually fussed with the genre? And Sam and Nick end this week's episode discussing what kind of superhero (or villain) Jim would be.   Don't forget if you like what you hear and want to support us on this journey, head on over to buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast and leave us a little donation that will allow us to continue to produce the best product possible.    

It's time for another brand new episode of Cast-A-Role, and the guys are back with another of their video game pitches This week the guys are talking about their film ideas for gaming behemoth, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater. We begin this week chatting about (bizarrely enough) gas and gout! We then forget we're a movie podcast and transition to gaming. There is some issues surrounding Hawk and Hawk's And the lads then pitch some rather credible film ideas. https://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY to our friends in America. As a special treat for you all we have chosen to celebrate your independence with you by reviewing 1996's (you guessed it) Independence Day. In this week's episode, Jim has a rant (or 2) Nick and Sam are stunned by some of Jim's revelations. And the guys do something different this week and pitch their national holiday movies. However, the brief may have gotten a little confused. https://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast  

Our busy month of June continues with the guys jumping back to 1999 to review and recast fan favourite movie The Mummy to mark its 25-year anniversary in the UK ahead of its re-release in cinemas at the beginning of July. In this episode, the guys discuss the troubling times this movie had in getting off the ground to begin with. We also learn a bit more about Jims thought process when it comes to recastings. Jim reveals the recasting that he has kept hold of for over a year since he and Nick first piloted the podcast And we leave you with a rather fitting life lesson.   https://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

We are back with another exciting episode of Cast-A-Role. This week we are sitting down and discussing the critically acclaimed American Psycho. In this episode, Jim has an existential crisis as he decides his opinion of this film. And Nick and Sam as usual are baffled by Jim and his inner workings. https://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

The guys are back once again to review another of cinema's brand new offerings, this time in the form of Netflix's 2024 Sci-Fi epic starring Jennifer Lopez, Atlas.In this episode, Nick surprises Jim and Sam by actually really liking something new.Jim REALLY hates J-LOAnd Sam comes up with a brilliant pitch in our as-of-yet-unnamed final segment

We're back again for another tasty Cast-A-Role. And this time we're stopping off at the year 2013 to review and recast Now You See Me.The guys start this week's episode by discussing THAT Baby Reindeer interview.Sam reveals his true feelings on magic.SHOCK! Nick didn't like somethingAnd the guys have a good giggle over a new nickname for Stanley Tucci.Don't forget if you like what you hear, join the Cast-A-Role family and show your support with a donation via the link below.https://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

The guys are back again and are once more traveling back in time to the 70s to take a look at Steven Spielberg's critically acclaimed Jaws.Hold on to your life jackets though as Jim hits the guys with a revelation of titanic proportions that we're fairly certain Sam is still struggling to come to terms with.With this week's casting being so small, the guys fought hard for their picks, one of them felt so familiar Sam couldn't put his finger on why.Then in this week's "Reel Talk" the guys jump back to discussing cinemas, and what could bring the masses back.If you like what you hear why not chuck the guys a donation to be part of this journey via the following link.https://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

SURPRISE! The guys have decided to grace you all with a bonus episode this week.So put up your feet and listen as the guys review (and argue) over the latest part of Zack Snyders, Netflix Sci-fi epic, Rebel Moon Part 2: The ScargiverExpect lots of swearing, Nick and Sam pulling their hair out, and Jim doing his best to convince them that this is actually a good film.Don't forget if you like what you hear, you can donate to the guy's cause via the following link.https://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

In this latest episode the guys take on a film that many would consider hallowed ground, and should never be messed with, but guess what> They did it anyway.This week, they've recast The Shawshank RedemptionIn this episode, Nick feels a little left out in the castings.Jim continues his hot streak of castingsSam manages to crowbar in some Micheal CaineAnd for this week's "Reel Talk" Jim has a question for Nick and Sam to ponder.If you enjoy what you hear and what to donate to the guys cause, then you can do so by following the link belowhttps://buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

We're back in the Cast-A-Role kitchen to serve up another delicious recasting. This time round we are taking on 3 x Oscar winner, and inspiration for plenty of future sporting stories, Rocky.We go back to 1976 when this legendary franchise began.Jim decides to put his sensible head on and serve up his best recasting yetSam and Jim both surprised themselves with their feelings about this movieAnd in a rare moment of togetherness, all 3 guys agree about Rocky.As always, we end the episode by answering some of your listener questions.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

The guys are back again with another dose of movie madness.This week, they are taking a break from the norm, and rather than cast a well-known movie, they are instead pitching and casting their ideas for a live-action Pokémon movie.Jim learns that when Sam and Nick claim they're not going very detailed, they mean the opposite.Nick creates an abominationAnd a grenade is set off in this week's "Reel Talk"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

It's time to enter the Cast-A-Role kitchen again, and this time we're taking on Oscar-nominated Gangs of New York.In this episode, Sam is baffled to learn Daniel Day-Lewis didn't win an Oscar.Nick and Jim's minds are blown as they learn that Liam Neeson isn't dead.We once again answer some of your questions and discuss Jurassic World 4 in this week's "Reel Talk"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

This week the guys are taking on one of the 90's most divisive films, Starship TroopersIn this episode, Jim tries and fails to get a point acrossSam and Nick take overand Jim blows Nick's mind with a revelation in this weeks "Reel Talk"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

For episode 7 the guys discuss David Fincher's aptly named 1995 crime thriller, Se7en.Jim dishes up his best recastings yet this week, and then gets ROBBED!Nick admires the Foley.Sam has an issue with Gwyneth Paltrow, and Nick comes to her defense.We discuss how we have mandella affected some of the latter scenes of the film.We end the episode as always, answering your questions and discussing your recastings in "Reel Talk"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

Welcome to part 2 of our scene-by-scene review of Zack Snyders Sci-Fi epic on Netflix, Rebel Moon: A Child of Fire.Things are still just as heated, and will the guys be able to agree on anything as they get down to the business end of the movie? (doubtful)Expect more heated discussions, polarising opinions, and of course, delicious recastings.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

This week the guys review Zack Snyder's infamous Netflix Sci-Fi epic, Rebel Moon: A Child of Fire.Sam (tries) to walk us through a scene-by-scene review, assuming he can get a word in with Jim and Nick's wildly differing opinions being fired about.Expect this review to get very heated and the guys try and get across 3 very different opinions.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

In this episode the guys take on the 1984 cult hit, Ghostbusters.Jim shares the tip of the iceberg for films he's not seen.SHOCK! There is a film that Sam hasn't seen.Nick tempts the wrath of the gods.And we answer another one of your listener questions in the latest edition of "Reel Talk"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

This week the guys take on the (alleged) seminal masterpiece, Gladiator.In this episode, Jim has a mare.Jim also has a rantSam drops a little historyNick grabs the popcorn.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

In this week's episode (most) of the gang is feeling festiveWe definitively answer THAT question once and for all.And we discuss the impact streaming is having on cinemas as a whole.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

This week the guys tackle one of Kevin Costners most infamous films, 1995's Waterworld.Sam and Nick discover that Jim apparently can't distinguish an accent, and Nick surprises the others with a rather bizarre epilogue.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast

In this debut episode, Jim, Nick, and Sam tackle a recasting of arguably one of the biggest films of all time, Jurassic Park.Expect plenty of foul language, dubious recastings, a love for Emily Blunt, and............... Micheal Cera?https://www.buymeacoffee.com/castarolepodcast