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In the wake of the final season of Prime Video Comic Book adaptation, The Boys, starring Star Trek alumni, Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, and Simon Pegg, Liam and Matt are joined by Eleanor Parker from the Bygones Podcast to break down the controversial ending, and give an overview of the series itself, comparing it to the original comic and examining the significant Trek connections. As usual you can find SPOCKLIGHT on: X - @spocklightpod INSTAGRAM – @spocklightpod BLUESKY - @spocklightpod.bsky.social FACEBOOK – https://www.facebook.com/spocklightpod/ EMAIL - spocklightpod@gmail.com Please Follow, like, share and all that good stuff. Credit for our wonderful theme music goes to the incredibly talented, Adam Johnston's, you can find more of his work at - https://adamjohnstonuk.bandcamp.com/ Eleanor can be heard on the Bygones Podcast at all good pod places and you can find the pod @BygonesPodcast on X and @bygonespod on Instagram. Our beautiful artwork was created by Stephen Trumble, see more on Instagram @stephentrumbleanimation
In dieser Folge ist ausnahmsweise alles anders: Franzi und Karl haben Besuch von Laura Salm-Reifferscheidt und Kai Kupferschmidt. Die beiden Wissenschaftsjournalisten bestreiten seit 2020 den Podcast Pandemia, in dem sie regelmäßig Geschichten aus der Welt der Wissenschaft erzählen. Es geht um aktuelle Themen wie das Hanta-Virus – oder die letzte Pest-Epidemie in Wien. In dieser Folge wollen Franzi und Karl wissen: Was begeistert Kai und Laura an der Welt der Keime? Was sind gute Pandemia-Geschichten und wie findet man sie? Jedes mal versuchen die zwei, spannende Geschichten mit intensiven Recherchen und dem großen Ganzen zu verbinden: Wie entsteht gesichertes Wissen, wo liegen Untersicherheiten und wie verändert Forschung die Welt? Zuletzt ein Teaser: Auch Franzi und Karl werden demnächst bei Pandemia zu Gast sein. Wenn ihr diesen Besuch nicht verpassen wollt, folgt am besten Pandemia dort, wo ihr gerne Podcasts hört. Episodenbild: AstroGeo / Pandemia
Shana Stein built her career directing emotional gravity, well known names, blood & guts, and so much more. She has never shut down her femininity or avoided a manicure before set. This is the director behind The Boys, The Testaments, (Monk — flashback to your mom knitting in the living room, maybe that's just me) and she's here to talk about taking up space and raising other women up along the way. We brush on celebrity cowork with Karl Urban and Backgammon, Tarantino with feature films, and other career stories too. Shana has been a role model for women in film as a creator who cannot be restricted to one genre. Her hard-earned expertise proves that authority on set does not have to look masculine.Follow her on ig! @shanasteindirect@sadgap.podcast / @misandristmemes
I veckans avsnitt bjuder vi på heltspoilerfria snack om några av de filmer vi sett på bio i sommar. Det blir He-Man-rullen Masters Of The Universe, succérullen Backrooms - Star Wars-filmen Mandalorian And Grogu (Baby Yoda) - Efterlängtade uppföljaren Mortal Kombat 2 med Karl Urban och avslutningsvis Hugh Jackmans The Death Of Robin Hood, som regisserats av snubben som gjorde filmen om Nicolas Cages borttappade gris i Pig. Mycket nöje! Superlänk till alla plattformar: https://linktr.ee/Filmsmakarna #filmsmakarna #sommarbio #bio #biofilmer #mastersoftheuniverse #heman #mortalkombat2 #mandalorian #starwars #mandalorianandgrogu #
On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 26 July, one of our most successful acting imports has returned home to film a rate local film. Karl Urban talks his new kiwi film I, Object and pays tribute to the late Sam Neill and talks of his impact on the local film industry. Goldenhorse lead singer Kirsten Morrell is back with her first solo album in a few years. Kirsten tells Francesca why she returned to writing music after a long break. Could New Zealand have its first comprehensive cancer centre within the next decade? Head of University of Auckland's new Department of Cancer Sciences, Dr Ben Lawrence, has a grand new vision and joins Francesca to talk about how he plans to make it reality. And Erin O'Hara tells what really happens to your body when you skip meals Get the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast every Sunday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kiwi actor Karl Urban's managed to find significant success overseas, but he's returned to New Zealand for his new role in an upcoming local film. Between The Boys, Lord of the Rings, Star Trek, and Thor: Ragnarok, his credit list of big international hits is extensive. He returned to star in Andrew Nicol's new film I, Object back in 2024 and he says it's great to be filming near where he grew up. "I was actually shooting over in Australia and I was approached to do the voice of one of the objects in the movie, and then I promptly got another callback saying - 'would you consider the role of Frank?' And it seemed to me I've had a lot of fun doing that and I really wanted to work with Andrew." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back! On this week's episode, we discuss the almost forgotten summer for one of Hollywood's most underrated stars, Karl Urban. We talk the last season of "The Boys" and "Mortal Kombat 2". Did they entertain us or did they give us Dredd?
Karl Urban's Johnny Cage injects Mortal Kombat II with some fun, self-aware life. Read more at: https://scottsself-indulgentmovieblog.blogspot.com/.
Finish him. Or at least finish the plot. Mortal Kombat II arrives with the promise of the full tournament, a new roster of fighters, and the long-awaited arrival of Johnny Cage — played by Karl Urban — as the wisecracking Earthrealm champion fans have been demanding since 2021.Mike White and Chris Stachiw of The Kulturecast take on Simon McQuoid's sequel to the 2021 reboot, written by Jeremy Slater. The film pits Earthrealm's champions against Shao Kahn (Martyn Ford) and the forces of Outworld, with Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Lewis Tan, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada all returning, and Adeline Rudolph and Tati Gabrielle joining the fight as Kitana and Jade. Mike and Chris weigh in on whether the sequel improves on its predecessor or lands with all the dramatic weight of a finishing move on easy mode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth
Finish him. Or at least finish the plot. Mortal Kombat II arrives with the promise of the full tournament, a new roster of fighters, and the long-awaited arrival of Johnny Cage — played by Karl Urban — as the wisecracking Earthrealm champion fans have been demanding since 2021.Mike White and Chris Stachiw of The Kulturecast take on Simon McQuoid's sequel to the 2021 reboot, written by Jeremy Slater. The film pits Earthrealm's champions against Shao Kahn (Martyn Ford) and the forces of Outworld, with Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Lewis Tan, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada all returning, and Adeline Rudolph and Tati Gabrielle joining the fight as Kitana and Jade. Mike and Chris weigh in on whether the sequel improves on its predecessor or lands with all the dramatic weight of a finishing move on easy mode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth
This episode was originally released as an episode of our Star Trek re-cap show, The Nexus on December 29, 2020 “I love how he says ‘Black Hole' in this movie” - Eric on Elder SpockOn this special WHM Vault Unlock, we're adding some Star Trek to the 2026 Summer Blockbuster Extravaganza with a lengthy discussion about the better-than-we-remembered 2009 reboot, Star Trek.Were the lens flares really that bad? Are we still cool with the Beasties on the soundtrack? How rad was that Sulu swordplay? And Bones is just throwing around "hobgoblin" in this movie? PLUS: Remember, this was recorded in August 2020, so the months of lockdown madness are in full-effect. It's probably why this episode was three hours long! Star Trek stars Leonard Nimoy, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Eric Bana, Bruce Greenwood, Karl Urban, Zoe Saldana, Simon Pegg, John Cho, Anton Yelchin, Ben Cross, Winona Ryder, Chris Hemsworth, Jennifer Morrison, and Clifton Collins Jr.; directed by J. J. Abrams.This episode is sponsored by Storyblocks! Head to Storyblocks dot com slash WHM to access the human-made stock media library that's essential to your workflow. For a limited time, they're offering 15% off any annual plan, and that discount is only available through our link. Storyblocks dot com slash WHM for 15% off annual plans! Come hang out in Vegas with us this summer as we do a three-night stand at ST:LV to celebrate 60 years of Star Trek and 10 years of The Nexus! We'll be at the convention Thursday, Friday and Saturday night doing three Nexus shows on Wrath of Kahn, Generations, and First Contact! Best part is, you don't need to have a convention pass to attend, each show is ticketed separately. Click through to snag your tix now!Be sure to visit the WHM Merch shop over on Dashery and check out all the latest show-related designs you can slap on t-shirts, hats, coffee mugs, stickers, whatever! Make your friends jealous by flaunting some WHM merch today! Original cover art by Felipe Sobreiro.
Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we continue our series on Psychonauts. We unravel more about what this game even *is*, while at the same time looking at things like level design, abilities and powers, and other topics, before turning to listener mail. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: Past Milla Vodello Issues covered: wait what is this?, inefficiencies in development, constant learning, a full brain, modifying your loadout, using abilities in the scavenger hunt, fitting everything in, multiple economies, the problems of a radial wheel, making a new genre from blending and having to rethink, a tradition of crunch, edge cases everywhere, making something realistic feel good, the multi-step process of sucking up a mental cobweb, iterating through multiple games, teaching you about the inventory, niche games that are bespoke, having troubles with certain aspects, level design, the cohesion of the level select screen, themes that games don't often address, iteration internally and externally, unrelated systems and synchronicity, the zaniness messing with you, the ranking system and optional things, a sum of parts, TV adaptations, adaptating to the world, having to amp up and bring in more stuff, expanding emotional beats, finding a side story, going the hero route. Games, people, and influences mentioned or discussed: Ratchet and Clank (series), Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Dark Souls, Super Monkey Ball, Conker's Bad Fur Day, Beyond Good & Evil, Tim Schafer, Starfighter, Devin Kelly-Sneed, Tomb Raider, The Sims, Assassin's Creed (series), Half-Life, Clint Hocking, Inside Out, Pixar, Halo, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Get Smart, Bethesda Game Studios, Fallout, James, Mortal Kombat 2, Karl Urban, Nick Offerman, Parks & Rec, Exit 8, Resident Evil, Zach Creggars, Weapons, Barbarian, The Witcher, Kirk Hamilton, Aaron Evers, Mark Garcia. TTDS: 14:10 Links: Behind the Code: On the Move! Next time: ... More Psychonauts but also maybe something else? Twitch: timlongojr and twinsunscorp YouTube Discord DevGameClub@gmail.com
Summer blockbuster season is officially heating up here at We Drink & We Watch Things, and we are kicking off our high-octane July lineup with a return to the absolute pinnacle of cinematic bloodbaths: Simon McQuoid's newly released Mortal Kombat II. It turns out we needed a drink just to handle the pure, unadulterated CGI gore.To steel our nerves for the arena, Mackenzie has designed our cocktail this week - Kitana's Revenge - a gorgeous and delicious tequila concoction that looks exactly like it sounds. Trust us, after watching what this movie does to its characters, you'll need it.This week, we tackle the massive new additions to the roster, starting with Karl Urban's delightfully cocky, washed-up, convention-circuit iteration of Johnny Cage. We dissect the absolute madness of the narrative - from the 10th consecutive tournament stakes to the chaotic interdimensional politics of Outworld - and break down the arrival of fan-favorites like Kitana, Jade, and Martyn Ford's massive, menacing Shao Kahn. We also gloat over our favorite crowd-pleasing, gory fights, marveling at how a movie can be so unapologetically unhinged with its bisections and impalements while still trying to give us a genuine emotional arc about Cole Young and a redeemed Kung Lao. It's a loud, silly, and delightfully brutal adaptation that hits like a straight punch to the jaw.If you've spent the last month practicing your upper-cuts, or if you just want to hear us debate whether Karl Urban successfully channels the classic arcade energy of the 90s, this is the round you've been waiting for. We're blending our inner gaming nerds with our usual casual, cocktail-fueled banter, making this an explosive start to our 2026 Summer Blockbusters marathon. FINISH HIM!This episode VIDEO is live on YouTube AND Spotify!Follow us on Instagram to get ep sneak peaks and find out what's coming up. DM us what you want to hear about next!Interested in what we're watching off the pod? Check out Mackenzie or Lemar's Letterboxd!
In this Episode: Our heroes tried... We tried y'all! We watched Mortal Kombat 2 with Karl Urban and hoooooo doggy it was awful. Come 'round the fire and listen to our chat about this abomination... Follow Us: Our Website Twitter Instagram Facebook Items discussed (links to more info): Note - if the below links don't work in your podcast player please visit the show page at: https://ebd.fm/episodes/355
On today's show, join us at the top of the Sky Tower as we broadcast to raise awareness and funds for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Check out more and show your support at dayinloo.co.nz! Follow The Big Show on Instagram Subscribe to the podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!Featuring Jason Hoyte, Mike Minogue, and Keyzie, "The Big Show" drive you home weekdays from 4pm on Radio Hauraki.Providing a hilarious escape from reality for those ‘backbone’ New Zealanders with plenty of laughs and out-the-gate yarns.Download the full podcast here:iHeartRadio Apple Spotify Follow The Big Show on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Karl Urban explains that fans who talk about shows and movies that didn't go the way they wanted shouldn't be called toxic (if they are just speaking normally), but rather should be seen as passionate fans who CARE about the media being created. I think this is such an important topic in today's era since everything is so politically charged to the point that you HAVE to like or dislike something in order to tow in line with the machine. It's really simple. If you like or dislike something primarily based on the story, character development and continuity with lore, it means you're a passionate nerd and the executives at Disney, Lucasfilm, Marvel, or any studio, should take what you say to heart and think deeper about it rather than discarding you as a toxic fan if you're just expressing your thoughts normally. In my day, it was more of an argument about if you understood Star Wars or not...Unlike today where your entire personality and quality as a human is decided whether you liked the Acolyte or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The world seems obsessed with America right now—but Americans themselves may not be getting the memo.On this episode of The Treehouse Show, we dive into the strange contrast happening across social media. Foreign tourists are posting videos celebrating American food, road trips, sports, and culture. Japanese baseball fans are famously cleaning up stadiums after games, while back here at home, some fans celebrated the New York Knicks championship by fighting, rioting, and even shooting each other. What gives? Why do outsiders seem to appreciate America more than Americans do?We also jump into today's celebrity birthdays, which somehow leads us down a rabbit hole celebrating the greatness of Karl Urban. From The Boys to Lord of the Rings and Dredd, is Karl Urban one of the most underrated actors working today?Plus:
Adeline Rudolph just made quite the leap as far as video game adaptations go. While things didn't pan out well for Netflix's Resident Evil series, which was canceled after just one season in 2022, Mortal Kombat II is cruising at the box office.In 2021, director Simon McQuoid kicked off a new iteration of Mortal Kombat feature films with a movie focused on Cole Young (Lewis Tan) that also included a slew of other fan-favorite characters like Sonya Blade (Jessica McNamee), Kano (Josh Lawson), Jax (Mehcad Brooks), Liu Kang (Ludi Lin), Kung Lao (Max Huang), and many more. Rudolph didn't just join that ensemble via 2026's Mortal Kombat II. She headlines the film opposite Karl Urban's Johnny Cage. While Johnny Cage's evolution is the focal point of the Earth Realm storyline, Kitana's experience is the heart and soul of the Outworld material and, ultimately, it's Kitana who brings the two sides together.In celebration of Mortal Kombat II's wide release, Rudolph swung by the Collider Ladies Night studio to discuss her journey as an actor thus far, including making her screen debut via The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and lessons learned from Netflix's Resident Evil that she was able to apply to Mortal Kombat II. She also offered up some behind-the-scenes insight into all of Kitana's biggest moments in the movie, which included the film's final shot — all the main characters joining forces to bring back fallen champions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Fantastic Forum, we are diving into brutal fights and deeply unsettling horror with two releases that push violence and transformation to their limits. First up is Mortal Kombat II, the explosive new film adaptation starring Karl Urban as Johnny Cage alongside returning fighters from the first movie. With the legendary tournament finally taking center stage, the sequel promises bigger battles, more iconic characters from the games, and the over-the-top action fans have been waiting for. We are breaking down the new additions to the cast, the scale of the fights, and whether this sequel delivers a true fatality-level upgrade from the original film. Then we turn to Hello Body Horror #1 from BOOM! Studios, a gruesome anthology collecting some of the publisher's most unsettling horror stories alongside terrifying new material. Featuring creators including Mark Bouchard, Rye Hickman, Derick Jones, Michael W. Conrad, Martín Morazzo, Jeremy Bastian, Ziyan Qiu, Jenna Cha, and Robert Hack, the issue dives headfirst into obsession, transformation, vanity, and physical terror. From influencers pushing their bodies past the breaking point to surgeons reshaping themselves with horrifying consequences, this anthology embraces everything disturbing and fascinating about body horror while showcasing a diverse lineup of creators. Watch tonight at 6:30 pm PT and call in live at www.fantasticforum.live to share your thoughts. Fantastic Forum, assemble! Subscribe – youtube.com/fantasticforum Call In – www.fantasticforum.live #MortalKombatII #HelloBodyHorror #BoomStudios #NewComicBookDay
The scale, the controversy, the characters, and the heart behind the chaos In this special retrospective, Tony revisits the groundbreaking, controversial, and culturally seismic series The Boys. Through archival conversations with creator Eric Kripke, cast members Giancarlo Esposito, Antony Starr, Aya Cash, Karl Urban, Laz Alonso, Jack Quaid, and Erin Moriarty, this episode explores how the show pushed boundaries, redefined the superhero genre, and carved out a legacy that still sparks debate. Eric Kripke on Scale, Chaos & Creative Courage Giancarlo Esposito on Joining The Boys Antony Starr, Aya Cash & Karl Urban — The Faces of Chaos Laz Alonso on Mother's Milk — The Backstory & The Burden Romantic Relationships in The Boys Watch all seasons on Amazon Prime SAVE 17% ON PLUS TODAY
Like what you hear? Show some love and send a text. #CheersReels, Booze & Bro's (RB2Podcast) boldly goes where we've never gone before as we dive into Star Trek (2009), the blockbuster reboot that brought the legendary sci-fi franchise into hyperspace for a new generation.Chris Pine steps into the captain's chair as James T. Kirk, while Zachary Quinto delivers a fantastic take on Spock, creating one of the most compelling rivalries—and friendships—in modern sci-fi. We break down the alternate timeline, the emotional impact of Leonard Nimoy's return, and how J.J. Abrams managed to satisfy longtime Trekkies while welcoming newcomers aboard.From thrilling space battles and memorable one-liners to Karl Urban's scene-stealing performance as Bones, we discuss why this movie remains one of the gold standards for franchise reboots. And of course, we're pairing this interstellar adventure with some booze-worthy brews worthy of a celebration on the Enterprise.So grab a drink, engage the warp drive, and join us for a fun, nostalgic, and action-packed breakdown of Star Trek.Support the show
Welcome to Play, Pause, Rewind! The world's greatest media podcast, maybe. This week, we take a look at the fifth and final season of The Boys. Created by Eric Kripke and adapted from the Garth Ennis comic of the same name, The Boys season follows Hughi Campbell, Butcher, Annie January, and the rest of the titular “boys” as they approach the final showdown with Homelander and the Seven. The Boys Stars Anthony Starr, Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Erin Moriarty, Karen Fukuhara, Laz Alonso, Tomer Capone, Chase Crawford, Jensen Ackles, and many more.The Boys Episode 3 Episode: https://youtu.be/u9EZAIr6zzs?si=1OmQSRBCe1_2tW-H The Boys Episode 4 Episode: https://youtu.be/EtZEb9hHy6w?si=w92wxe1Zd9Kapv_3 Social Information:Podcast Info: https://linktr.ee/PlayPauseRewind Dylan's Info: https://linktr.ee/DDayMovies Niles' Info: https://www.instagram.com/nilesgotnostylez/Topics and Timecodes:Intro: 0:14The Boys Season 5: 0:54The Boys Season 5 (spoilers): 21:44Other Stuff: 2:01:25Outros: 2:14:11
Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the DMR Cinema Vault! In this comprehensive, long-form spoiler review, we are breaking down the final season of the hit Amazon Prime video series, The Boys + The major breaking DMR news that we are one of the first shows globally on Apple Podcasts to be utilising their video format!First, we explore what The Boys is as a show, diving deep into its origins as a brilliant superhero satire TV show and analyzing how it completely flips traditional Marvel and DC superhero movie tropes on their head. Next, we provide the ultimate character, power, and cast guide. We break down the strongest Supes ranked by powers and match them with the incredible real names and previous roles of the actors who play them—including Karl Urban as Billy Butcher, Antony Starr as Homelander, Jack Quaid as Hughie Campbell, Erin Moriarty as Starlight, Laz Alonso as Mother's Milk, Tomer Capone as Frenchie, Karen Fukuhara as Kimiko, Jessie T. Usher as A-Train, Nathan Mitchell as Black Noir, Chace Crawford as The Deep, Susan Heyward as Sister and the hilarious Daveed Diggs as O Father!We look at the ultimate climax of the final season, discussing the comic book accurate ending for Billy Butcher, what happens to Homelander in the finale, and the ultimate fate of The Boys and The Seven. We wrap up by examining the comic vs show differences and how these storylines conclude to set up the future franchise spinoffs, Gen V and the Vought Rising prequel series.Finally, Dewey's final thoughts on why some of the big movie franchises need to convert into series to explore their many ideas we see in film and not rush them, which can ultimately discourage fans & may effect ticket sales.Chapters:0:00 Intro & DMR Apple Podcasts2:46 Audible 30 Day Free Trial5:10 What The Boys Is9:34 DC & Marvel Sup Movies11:51 Characters, Powers + Actors24:30 The Fate of The Boys + Sups33:12 Gen V & Vought Rising34:27 Movie Franchise vs SeriesDMR is proud to be part of the Audible Creator Program. Support the channel and grab a 30-day free trial + any audiobook for free (even if you cancel!) here:
Tonight on TV Party Tonight, we're reviewing Season 5 of The Boys, the fifth and final chapter of Eric Kripke's satirical superhero saga based on the comic by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson. Produced by Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television, the season brings back Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Karen Fukuhara, Chace Crawford, Laz Alonso, and the rest of the core cast, with Daveed Diggs joining the ensemble. As Homelander tightens his grip on America and seeks the original Compound V formula that could make him effectively immortal, Billy Butcher and The Boys unite for one final mission, armed with a virus capable of wiping out every Supe on Earth. Premiering on Prime Video in April 2026 and concluding in May, the season earned generally favorable reviews for its action, performances, social commentary, humor, and emotional payoff, though some critics cited pacing issues and a lack of focus. Tonight, we'll see if the finale sticks the landing.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59
Summer movie season is officially kicking off, and the box office is already throwing curveballs. This week, we dive into the numbers for The Mandalorian & Grogu, which defied early tracking worries to pull in a solid $81.9 million over the weekend. But the real story might be the horror-thriller Obsession, which pulled off a rare 30% weekend-to-weekend jump thanks to an intense viral billboard campaign and massive word-of-mouth.Before the box office breakdown, we catch up on everything we've been watching on screens big and small. Josh and Garrett check in on the brutal fatalities and Karl Urban's washed-up Johnny Cage performance in Mortal Kombat 2. Meanwhile, David checks out the streaming survival-thriller Send Help starring Rachel McAdams, and gets surprisingly emotional over the Netflix book adaptation Remarkably Bright Creatures, featuring Alfred Molina as a brilliant, human-helping octopus.Go check that out at somanysequels.com to subscribe, and let us know what you're watching on Instagram at @somanysequelspod.
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In this episode, we review the fifth and final season of the Amazon Prime original series The Boys, starring Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, and Erin Moriarty. We discuss whether this final season wrapped up the series in the best or worst way, and we debate whether the show can be considered the best live-action superhero series ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As Homelander seeks to reboot the universe in his image, Butcher and The Boys have one final go against the Supes in the epic conclusion to the Amazon Prime Video series. Join The Watchers as we break down “Blood and Bone.” #theboys #homelander #supes #seriesfinale #butcher #finalepisode The Boys (2019) is a satirical superhero TV series starring Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Jessie T. Usher, Laz Alonso, Chace Crawford, Tomer Capone, Karen Fukuhara, Nathan Mitchell, Colby Minifie, Cameron Crovetti, Susan Heyward, Valorie Curry, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Jensen Ackles and Daveed Diggs.Subscribe, rate and review! Follow The Watchers in the Basement on social media! Use #watchersbasement to comment about the show!facebook.com/watchersbasementtwitter.com/WatchBasement instagram.com/watchersbasementthreads.net/@watchersbasementanchor.fm/watchersbasement#theboys #theboysfinalseason #theboysamazon #homelander #butcher #starlight #thedeep #supes #soldierboy #mm #frenchie #watchersbasement #podcast #thefemale #kimiko #blacknoir #firecracker #sistersage #jensenackles #ashley #ohfather #ryanbutcher #supernatural #spn #erickripke #bloodandbone #finalepisode #seriesfinale
Mike shares what he believes to be the Top Cult Classics that defined the 2000s. These are the movies that either confused audiences, got dumped by studios, or flat-out failed at the box office… but later became beloved cult classics through DVD, cable, streaming, memes, and word-of-mouth. Mike talks to Emile Hirsch who talks about his love of the video store as a kid, landing the role of Speed Racer, working with his heroes, getting an early start as a child actor and his roles in Lords of Dogtown and Into the Wild. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Mortal Kombat 2. Johnny Cage joins other fighters in the ultimate, no-holds-barred battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn, a powerful tyrant who threatens the very existence of the Earthrealm and its defenders. Mike shares why unfortunately it wasn’t better than part 1, Karl Urban’s lackluster performance and why it feels like an off brand Avengers Infinity War. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about The Odyssey directed by Christopher Nolan. Odysseus, king of Ithaca, embarks on a perilous journey to return home after the Trojan War. Mike shares why he is now hype for the movie after he initially thought it was going to be a snooze fest. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Threads: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We discuss the final season of Amazon Prime's 'The Boys' What did you think of the finale? Will you watch the spinoffs? Are we dumb? Created by Eric Kripke and starring- Karl Urban as Billy Butcher, Jack Quaid as Hughie Campbell, Erin Moriarty as Annie January and Antony Starr as Homelander - Set in a universe where super-powered individuals are recognized as heroes by the general public and work for a powerful corporation known as Vought International, which markets and monetizes them. Outside of their heroic personas, most are arrogant, selfish, and corrupt. Join the conversation... FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubeRate/Review/Subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The fifth and final season of the American satirical superhero television series The Boys, the first series in the franchise based on the comic book series of the same name created by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, was developed for television by Eric Kripke. The season stars Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Jessie T. Usher, Laz Alonso, Chace Crawford, Tomer Capone, Karen Fukuhara, Nathan Mitchell, Colby Minifie, Susan Heyward, Valorie Curry, and Cameron Crovetti, all returning from prior seasons, joined by Daveed Diggs. In the season, The Boys and Billy Butcher, who possesses a virus capable of killing all Supes in the world, join forces one last time to try to end Homelander's reign, who now threatens to become immortal with the discovery of the first version of Compound V, the V1.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Welcome to PTBN Pop's Movie Review of The Day! Every weekday we will be reviewing a movie whether it be currently in theaters, featured on streaming or just a film that we hold near and dear to us. On today's episode, Scott Shifflett is reviewing “Mortal Kombat II” from 2026 starring Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Martyn Ford, Jessica McNamee & Josh Lawson.
This week on Cinematic Savants reviews for the widely anticipated Mortal Combat 2, starring Karl Urban. Their has been a lot of mixed reviews, most leaning unfavorable, but what do The Savants have to say about it? Tommy reviews the newly released Punisher: One Last Kill, starring Jon Bernthal. Can Marvel stick the landing for such a popular character, prior to his big screen debut in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Lastly, we give our thoughts on the Netflix special Kevin Hart Roast. Did some comics go too far or has society gotten too sensitive?
It's time for BGH to enter the ring with "Mortal Kombat II", and it goes exactly how you would expect. Eric is geeking out, Jon is exasperated, and the crew tries their best to make sense of this loud, campy, fever dream of a sequel. Also, Eric shares his retro MK collection, our live viewers react to the fate of Cole Young, and Jon gets quizzed in Gen Z dating slang ahead of next week's selection. If you like what you see, please like, subscribe, and share, so we can keep doing what we do! Mortal Kombat II is a 2026 American martial arts fantasy film that is a sequel to Mortal Kombat (2021), the fourth installment in the Mortal Kombat film series, both based on the video game series Mortal Kombat. It is directed by Simon McQuoid and written by Jeremy Slater. It stars returning cast members Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Mehcad Brooks, Lewis Tan, Damon Herriman (in a different role), Chin Han, Tadanobu Asano, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada, with Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, and Tati Gabrielle joining the cast. Support Bloody Good Horror, gain live stream access, join our Slack and get the entire back catalog by visiting us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodygoodhorror BGH on social media https://www.instagram.com/bloodygoodhorror/ https://www.threads.com/@bloodygoodhorror Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fans had to wait an extra 6 months, but the time is finally here! Let's dive in and see if Mortal Kombat II was worth the wait as we check in on this bloody franchise! Star ratings help us build our audience! Please rate/review/subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, and share us with your friend who was just brought back as a revenant! Email us at sequelrights@gmail.com with feedback or suggestions on future franchises!
The guys are the judges, juries and executioners of 2012's bargain budget sci-fi action flick Dredd, featuring a laid-back but deadly Karl Urban as a dystopian super-cop. Then they try to sneak up on a few brand new genre efforts, including the impactful revenge saga Is God Is, the spook house thrills of Hokum, and the full-on emotional ick of Obsession. It's a packed episode and you want it NOW!
In this bonus episode, Devindra and David discuss the making of Mortal Kombat II with director Simon McQuoid. They discuss what it took to create the world of Mortal Kombat, how they approached the fight scenes this time around, and the casting of the great Karl Urban. To support the Filmcast, become a patron at Patreon.com/filmpodcast
In this episode, we review the sequel to the 2021 film Mortal Kombat, titled Mortal Kombat II, starring Karl Urban and Hiroyuki Sanada. We discuss whether this follow-up was worth the wait, and we debate some of our favorite kill scenes in the film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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It's New Movie Monday! Today, we find ourselves in a tournament of endurance as we fight our way through a conversation about a movie that is far more video game than film. Griffey, Heath and Sam conjure their special powers of bs to analyze the merits of Mortal Kombat II, how it compares to past iterations of the franchise, the lore it invokes from its arcade origins and ask why it was packaged as an R-rated ride instead of a movie aimed at kids. Synopsis: The fan favorite champions -- now joined by Johnny Cage himself -- are pitted against one another in the ultimate battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn that threatens the very existence of the Earthrealm and its defenders. Starring: Adeline Rudolph, Karl Urban, Martyn Ford Directed by Simon McQuoid Help us make our first feature length Messed Up Movie: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/mr-creamjean-s-hidey-hole-horror-comedy-movie#/ Support the show on the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/messedupmoviespod
2026 could be one of the biggest years in box office history! From massive blockbuster sequels to long-awaited franchise returns, we're breaking down the biggest movies coming in 2026 and the films we're most excited for. Plus, Paramount appears to be doubling down on Star Trek. What does that mean for the future of the franchise? We'll dive into the latest developments, the future of streaming and theatrical Trek, and why Karl Urban almost didn't return for Star Trek Beyond. And behold your Nuclear Messiah — William Shatner is getting ready to rock! All that and more on Trekcast!News:https://trekmovie.com/2026/05/07/paramount-ceo-highlights-star-trek-as-a-beloved-franchise-when-talking-about-the-future/https://www.slashfilm.com/2162161/why-karl-urban-almost-didnt-return-dr-mccoy-star-trek-beyond/https://redshirtsalwaysdie.com/star-trek-william-shatner-heavy-metal-song-reaction-2026Trekcast: The Galaxy's Most Unpredictable Star Trek Podcast!Welcome to Trekcast, the galaxy's most unpredictable Star Trek podcast! We're a fan-made show that dives into everything Star Trek, plus all things sci-fi, nerdy, and geeky—covering Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Stargate, and more. But Trekcast isn't just about warp drives and superheroes. If you love dad jokes, rescuing dogs, and even saving bears, you'll fit right in! Expect fun, laughs, and passionate discussions as we explore the ever-expanding universe of fandom. Join us for a wild ride through the stars—subscribe to Trekcast today! Connect with us: trekcasttng@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail - (570) 661-0001Check out our merch store at Trekcast.comHelp support the show - ko-fi.com/trekcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/star-trek-podcast-trekcast--5651491/support.
For this week's main podcast review, Josh Parham, Cody Dericks, and Will Mavity join me to review and discuss "Mortal Kombat II" starring Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Mehcad Brooks, Tati Gabrielle, Lewis Tan, Damon Herriman, Chin Han, Tadanobu Asano, Joe Taslim & Hiroyuki Sanada. A sequel to "Mortal Kombat" (2021), it is the fourth installment in the "Mortal Kombat" film series. It introduces Karl Urban's Johnny Cage as he joins his fellow Earthrealm fighters in an inter-dimensional tournament against the Outworld warriors to stop the tyrannical emperor Shao Kahn, with the help of Edenian princess Kitana. What did we think of this sequel? Please tune in as we discuss the action, bloody kills, the acting, story, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The portal to Outworld has reopened, and we're diving headfirst into the chaos. In this episode, we break down the highly anticipated sequel to the 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot. Does it deliver the "Flawless Victory" fans have been craving, or is it just another "Fatality" for video game adaptations?What's On The Menu:The Prince of Outworld: We discuss Karl Urban's take on Johnny Cage. Did he bring the star power and the signature sass, or did he feel out of place in the tournament?A New Tournament: We analyze the expanded roster, from the introduction of Kitana and Jade to the menacing presence of Shao Kahn.Kombat Evolution: A deep dive into the fight choreography and VFX. Are the fatalities more creative this time around?Lore vs. Liberty: How well did the sequel stick to the NetherRealm source material while carving its own path?Whether you're a die-hard fan who knows every frame of the 1995 original or a newcomer just here for the blood and guts, we've got you covered. Grab your controller, turn up the volume, and let's settle this.FINISH IT!@kevin27wrld
Five years after the first action-packed installation, comes Mortal Kombat 2 with more of everything! Jim and A.Ron cheer for the return of the highly-stylized, nostalgia-filled world of impossible action heroes and grand villains. And thank goodness Karl Urban is here. Badass Fest 2026: July 18th Cincinnati, OH - Tickets on sale soon! Hey there! Check out https://support.baldmove.com/ to find out how you can gain access to ALL of our premium content, as well as ad-free versions of the podcasts! Join the Club! Join the discussion: Email | Discord | Reddit | Forums Follow us: Twitch | YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's Empire Podcast sees Alex Godfrey sit down for an audience with music superstar Billie Eilish and her co-director on her new concert movie, Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour Live In 3D, one James Cameron. Blimey! Then Alex slides into the podbooth to join Helen O'Hara, James Dyer and host Chris Hewitt for a fun-filled episode in which they discuss Karl Urban's killiest characters, the best movie farmers, a whole bunch of trailers (including The Odyssey, Evil Dead Burn, and Resident Evil), and review the aforementioned Billie Eilish movie, The Sheep Detectives, Remarkably Bright Creatures, and Mortal Kombat II, a Helen-led review that may be more fun than the film. Oh, and what the hell is Thrawnhub? Enjoy!
Send us Fan MailWe had the opportunity to be on the red carpet for the Mortal Kombat II Sydney Fan Screening. We chat to Simon McQuoid (Director), Karl Urban (Johnny Cage), Chin Han (Shang Tsung), Josh Lawson (Kano), Desmond Chiam (King Jerrod), CJ Bloomfield (Baraka).As suggested by cast & crew we have banger double feature recs of Mortal Kombat (2021), Training Day, The Chaser, you, Always and In the mood for love!If you haven't already, please check out our full chat with Simon. Audio version on the podcast feed and video version on YouTube.Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
The Sheep Detectives is a charmingly funny whodunit with surprising emotional depth and a stacked cast. Mortal Kombat 2 is buoyed by Karl Urban into something finally watchable for super fans and newcomers alike.Find us at: www.werewatchingwhat.com,instagram.com/werewatchingwhatyoutube.com/thedhkinstagram.com/thedhkfacebook.com/thedhkmoviestiktok.com/werewatchingwhat
It has begun! Ben brings back OG cohost Jessica Clemons for a flawless game adaptation discussion. First they react to Nintendo's announcement of a ‘Star Fox 64' remake for Switch 2 and the internet's notes on the game's character redesigns. Then they talk ‘MKII': their disagreement about the 2021 reboot, their overall impressions of the sequel, their takes on what worked well and what didn't, their review of Karl Urban's portrayal of Johnny Cage, and more, plus a spoiler section with thoughts on specific plot points, their expectations for the next movie, which ‘MK' characters they'd still like to see on-screen, and the box office battle between ‘Mortal Kombat' and the upcoming ‘Street Fighter' film.(00:00) Intro(1:52) ‘Star Fox 64' remake for Switch 2 announcement(8:00) ‘Mortal Kombat II' reactions(24:55) Karl Urban as Johnny Cage(46:12) Spoiler section!(55:47) ‘MK' characters we'd like to see on-screen(58:02) ‘Mortal Kombat' vs. ‘Street Fighter' at the box office(1:02:38 OutroHost: Ben LindberghGuest: Jessica ClemonsProducers: Devon Baroldi and Chris SuttonAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Johnny Cage joins other fighters in the ultimate, no-holds-barred battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn, a powerful tyrant who threatens the very existence of the Earthrealm and its defenders. In the sequel to Mortal Kombat (2021), the fourth installment in the Mortal Kombat film series, both based on the video game series Mortal Kombat. It is directed by Simon McQuoid and written by Jeremy Slater. It stars returning cast members Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Ludi Lin, Mehcad Brooks, Lewis Tan, Damon Herriman (in a different role), Chin Han, Tadanobu Asano, Joe Taslim, and Hiroyuki Sanada, with Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, and Tati Gabrielle joining the cast.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Before Amazon's hit series The Boys reaches its epic conclusion, we're breaking down why this show deserves your attention! Joined by special guest Jeremy Skinner from the Jason & Jeremy Jawing About Justice League Podcast, we discuss what makes Homelander such a compelling (and terrifying) character, how The Boys and Karl Urban's iconic smile have become more politically relevant than ever, and dive into full spoilers to share our bold predictions for how the series might end.For more exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, our Teen Titans Podcast, and our GHL Exclusive Discord, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!