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Thumb War is your weekly showdown over movies, streaming series, and pop culture mayhem. Rachel and JD dive into what’s worth watching (and what deserves jail time), dishing out unfiltered recaps, reviews, and cinematic chaos. Smart-ish, savage-ish, and spoiler-heavy.
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This week on Thumb War, Jason and Rachel (with special guest Dan Dan The Pie Man!) check in to the worst Airbnb in cinematic history: Barbarian (2022). We’re talking Bill Skarsgård’s creep factor, Justin Long’s slimeball turn, the unforgettable “Mother,” and why this film makes you scream “Don’t go in the basement!”
Is Barbarian a horror masterpiece or a divisive mess? We break down the scares, the social commentary, and the sheer chaos of Zach Cregger’s debut. Four thumbs way, way up.
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It took two decades, but the rage virus is back. Jason and Rachel review 28 Years Later (2025), the shocking sequel from Danny Boyle and Alex Garland — now available on digital. We unpack the performances (Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Kelson, Alfie Williams), the bold genre twists, and whether the film lives up to the 28 Days Later legacy.
From the chilling Rudyard Kipling poem to the Lindisfarne setting, the “Bone Temple” setup, and the controversial train sequence — we cover it all.
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Jason & Rachel wrestle with The Smashing Machine — Benny Safdie’s bruising MMA drama starring Dwayne Johnson & Emily Blunt. Is it The Rock’s best performance? Why did it flop at the box office? And could it still earn him Oscar buzz?
Also: J.Lo’s new musical Kiss of the Spider Woman, Stephen King’s Welcome to Derry, Ryan Murphy’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story, and a joyful rewatch of The Naked Gun.
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Andrew DeYoung’s Friendship (A24) is equal parts hilarious, awkward, and deeply uncomfortable. Tim Robinson (I Think You Should Leave) and Paul Rudd dive headfirst into cringe comedy — and we break it all down. From cult-like bro bonding to surreal sewer adventures, nacho intimacy, and an endless parade of green, this movie is as weird as it is brilliant.
We discuss the performances, themes of male loneliness, hidden metaphors, and whether Friendship actually works as a feature-length Robinson vehicle.
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The factory floor is open, and this one gets… weird. We’re talking:
Tim Hortons serving canned chicken (?!?!)
Amazon’s latest suggestion: a 3-pack of camel toe concealers (don’t ask, don’t click)
Which Grand Slam tennis cocktail is the GOAT
“Pick Your Poison”: cursed martinis featuring hot dog water, Pepto-Bismol, and an O’Henry bar on a stick
AMA time: how we actually prep for movie reviews
This is the feral, too-sweaty-for-YouTube energy that only P-Hounds get. 🐕🔥
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This week on Thumb War:
Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another opens to $22.4M and 96% on Rotten Tomatoes — we debate if it’s “vintage PTA” or just overhyped.
Injury report: Tom Holland suffers a concussion on Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Henry Cavill breaks his ankle training for the Highlander reboot.
First trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu: Favreau directs, Göransson scores, and yes, that AT-AT cliff shot.
Zach Cregger says the Weapons prequel is “real and not bullsh**.
Disney+ hikes subscription prices again.
House of Guinness: slick docudrama vibes or a two-hour ad?
Plus: Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride, Ethan Hawke’s Black Phone 2, and more movie news.
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We survived Alien Earth… barely. In our FINAL recap, we tear into Episode 8 and the season as a whole — from zombie-Arthur and the failed Moreau vs. Kersh fight, to the haunted house gimmicks and that ridiculous elevator scene.
It started strong, but ended as a total disaster. We talk wasted potential, missed opportunities, and whether we’ll ever cover season 2. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
JD & Rachel break down Alien: Earth Episode 7 — from awkward jungle logistics to the kids’ dumb mistakes, Wendy’s Xenomorph bond, and that graveyard twist.
All that, plus:
Sydney Sweeney & Amanda Seyfried in The Housemaid
Paul Rudd & Jack Black in a new Anaconda reboot
Margot Robbie & Jacob Elordi in a sexy Wuthering Heights
Stallone pitching an AI-de-aged Rambo prequel
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In this week’s Thumb War, Rachel and Jason finally review Ryan Coogler’s Sinners (2025) — a vampire musical set in the Jim Crow South starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role. We dig into the film’s striking but divisive lighting, its musical centerpiece, Delroy Lindo’s haunting blues performance, and Coogler’s exploration of culture, power, and legacy.
Spoilers abound as we unpack why Sinners is one of the boldest films of the year.
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This week on Thumb War, Jason & Rachel dive into Alien: Earth Episode 6, “The Fly.” From Joe’s patronizing dialogue to Wendy’s unsettling xeno-conversations, we unpack whether this mid-season episode holds up—or tanks the momentum.
We also detour into plenty of entertainment news: the Degrassi TIFF doc, Alan Ritchson & Shailene Woodley’s Motor City, Sydney Sweeney’s boxing drama Christie, Emmy buzz for Survivor, and Andrew Santino’s Disney-edited comedy special.
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In this episode of Thumb War, Jason and Rachel break down Darren Aronofsky’s Caught Stealing (2025) — a violent, surreal New York crime thriller starring Austin Butler, Zoe Kravitz, Regina King, and Bad Bunny.
We go deep into:
The book-to-film adaptation by Charlie Huston
Aronofsky’s obsession with real-world consequences of violence
The soundtrack (Clash, Idles, 90s needle drops)
Hank’s trauma and “nice guy in a nightmare” theme
Scene-stealing turns from Bad Bunny and the Russian mobsters
Why this might be Aronofsky’s weirdest mainstream film yet
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The Thumb War crew dives into Alien: Earth Episode 5 (“In Space No One…”), unpacking all the chaos aboard the USCSS Maginot — facehuggers, sabotage, and Morrow’s rise as the anti-hero we love to fear.
But before the xenomorph bloodbath, we hit Trailer Trash with some huge entertainment news:
Daniel Day-Lewis ends his 8-year retirement with a new film (and Sean Bean co-stars!)
Glen Powell in Chad Powers (can he shake the Hit Man baggage?)
Ridley Scott balancing Gladiator 3 and more Alien prequels
Batman casting rumors (Alan Ritchson as the Dark Knight?)
Plus: the gory sequel Sisu 2: Road to Revenge
Whether you’re here for Alien lore, movie news, or chaotic hot takes — we’ve got you covered.
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We’re calling it: Alien: Earth Episode 4 is the strongest yet. Creepy doll heads, Wendy’s wild brain-trip, and a swimmer xenomorph that might be island-bound — we’ve got theories, breakdowns, and a whole lot of yelling.
PLUS in this episode:
— Emma Stone in Begonia looks amazing
— Guillermo del Toro drops a Frankenstein trailer
— We survived The Roses (barely)
— Amy Adams joins Starfighter — but do we really need more Mando babysitting?
— Taylor + Kelce: sure, why not
It’s recaps, rants, and pop-culture chaos — just how we like it.
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This one’s for the P-Hounds only — and wow, do we get feral.
JD retells the legend of a friend who ate 36 Krispy Kremes in a single day — a tale of gluttony, shame, and heroic replenishment runs.
We spiral into Donut Daddy mukbang hell (yes, he sticks his fingers in them).
Rachel relives flight trauma with a sweaty cigar-stained kilt man and a bag-bin bandit who deserved the death penalty.
Plus: panic-ordering salads at LaGuardia, pit stain reveals, and an AMA that somehow turns into a Coen Brothers bus-driver mobster pitch.
It’s chaos. It’s gross. It’s oddly arousing (don’t ask). It’s Thumb War at its most unhinged.
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We just watched Honey Don’t — twice — and still can’t believe how bad it was. Directed by Ethan Coen and co-written with Tricia Cooke, the film stars Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans, and Charlie Day in what should have been a stylish neo-noir. Instead, it’s a messy, over-sexed, and painfully misguided movie that left us frustrated, confused, and honestly kind of angry.
In this episode of Thumb War, we break down exactly why Honey Don’t doesn’t work — from the awkward sex scenes, one-note characters, and forced political gags, to the wasted performances of a stellar cast. We also compare it to Drive-Away Dolls, Bound, and even classic Coen Brothers films like Fargo and No Country for Old Men to highlight just how far this one misses the mark.
Spoilers throughout.
We also talk representation, Ethan & Joel Coen’s split, and why this film feels like a wasted “blank check” project.
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This week on Thumb War, we dive into Alien: Earth Episode 3, breaking down the mysterious bond between Marcy, Queen Wendy, and the Xenomorphs — plus all the chaos that came with the flashing lights, wild sound design, and that divisive Maggot Brain music cue.
But first, in our Trailer Trash / Entertainment News segment, we cover:
New details on Stranger Things 5 and the Duffer Brothers’ upcoming projects The Burrows and Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen
Quentin Tarantino’s “final” film plans, David Fincher stepping in for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2, and why Tarantino might never really retire
Eddie Murphy stepping into the role of Inspector Clouseau in a new Pink Panther reboot
The upcoming Highlander remake starring Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe, and Dave Bautista
First impressions of Netflix’s Black Rabbit with Jude Law & Jason Bateman
Then, we circle back for a full Alien: Earth Ep 3 recap & review — including what’s working, what’s frustrating, and where we think the story is headed.
If you’re into Alien franchise lore, sci-fi TV recaps, and offbeat entertainment takes, you’re in the right place.
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JD and Rachel cover everything this week — from walking out of a fitness class in shame, to neighbors plotting coyote revenge, to nightmare fuel inside the sauna. Plus: pickleball + PMS science, cold plunge flexes, awkward locker room encounters, and a debate about the greatest classic comedies. It’s messy, it’s TMI, it’s Patreon-only.
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The Breakfast Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crV5q2j9DBI&t=34s
Raquel Welch on the Muppets: https://youtu.be/7fGQRnEvhfA?si=xByohfcxVZ54zc1M
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Xenomorphs on Earth?! We break down the first two episodes of FX’s brand-new series Alien: Earth — including the new monsters, Noah Hawley’s vision, and how it connects to the larger Alien franchise. From corporate overlords to Peter Pan parallels, we dig deep into the lore, the scares, and the surprises.
Then in Trailer Trash, we talk upcoming projects and trailers that caught our eye — including new films from the Safdies, Spike Lee & Denzel Washington, and more.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
Full recap & reaction to Alien: Earth Episodes 1 & 2
New creatures (yes, they’re gross) and how they fit into the Alien canon
Thoughts on Noah Hawley’s writing/directing and future episodes
Upcoming trailers & movie news in our Trailer Trash segment
Whether you’re an Alien superfan or just here for the chaos, this episode’s got it all.
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We’re going FULL SPOILER on Zach Cregger’s Weapons (2025) — breaking down every shocking moment, creepy twist, and unforgettable performance. Plus, we dive into the trailers we caught before the film, from Mortal Kombat 2 to The Long Walk, and share the latest casting news from Hollywood.
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Rachel’s back from the East Coast with tales of rooftop-dried seaweed, Nova Scotia trading posts, and a wedding DJ who thought the Macarena still slaps.
Also inside:
• Our most jaw-dropping Patreon AMA yet — love, lies & deal-breakers
• Hometown dinner drama and family tech fails
• Bonnie Blue confusion and other “how did we get here?” moments
• Big life updates and what’s next for the show
It’s chaotic, it’s unfiltered, and it’s exactly why you tune in every week.
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