The Movie Defenders

We think the work Dan Trachtenberg has been doing with the Predator franchise has been top-notch. In 2025 he was two for two, with Killer of Killers and this film, Predator: Badlands! A film unlike we've seen in the franchise, there is a lot more writing, character growth, and lore here than most see. We unpack everything... and there is a lot! We also break down our top 5 "Bad Dads" in films and tv! So grab your shoulder blaster, watch out for those thorns, and please don't drop your weapons... it's time for Predator: Badlands on the Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:25:16 Top 5 Bad Dads 01:12:04 Predator: Badlands Discussion Starts 01:56:38 Meet Thia 02:19:34 The Alpha Protects the Pack 02:34:57 Tessa's Plans Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Time to do what we do best! Dive into a movie with a narrative that we feel is unearned. Today we start to tackle the Hobbit trilogy. Is it really that bad? Does it just stink? Did Peter Jackson just forget how to make movies? Or is there more to it than that? (Spoiler... yes!) We will unpack the 'why' behind this underrated fantasy film that doesn't deserve near the crap it gets. We also have fun in our 5x5 segment with the Top 5 Wizards/Magicians in films of all time. So don't drop that ring, get on your ponies, and run if your sword glows blue... it's time for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:29:32 Top 5 Wizards/Magicians in Film History 01:04:40 Movie Discussion Starts 01:40:30 The Hobbit Begins 01:58:58 Bilbo Meets Gandalf 02:14:56 A Plan Takes Shape 02:36:04 Troll Time! 02:47:09 Elrond Reads the Map 03:09:46 Bilbo, Gollum, and Riddles 03:29:15 Bilbo Returns to the Group 03:38:53 The Ending Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Hello Defendants! Oscar Season is here again and the Movie Defenders are bringing you a special episode where Brev and his son Nathan discuss their Oscar predictions. They run through (almost) every category, providing their predictions and some dark horses. It's a fun short(er) episode for us. Hope you enjoy! Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast  

It's back to the grid we go! A movie that needs some defending, today Scott and Donald go and dissect Tron: Ares. What was it about the movie that didn't work for some? We think we know. What did work for us? We know ALL that and we'll break it all down. Add in a helping of There Can Be Only One and we have a packed show for you! So grab your identity discs, stay away from particle lasers, and be sure to hurry up, we only have 29 minutes! It's time for Tron: Ares on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:20:21 There Can Be Only One 00:34:27 Tron: Ares Discussion Starts 01:07:07 Demo for Dillinger 01:27:25 Eve Meets Ares 01:32:28 Escape 01:44:01 Depeche Mode 01:56:09 Athena Kills Elisabeth 02:03:30 Kevin Flynn 02:22:46 Winning the Battle 02:30:35 The Ending Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Today is a free Backlot Tour show, normally reserved just for Patrons so you can hear some of the extra content we make for our subs!  Today it's a Stranger Things retrospective with a focus on the final season and that incredible finale.  Scott and Brev play interviews, clips, and more as we discuss what made Stranger Things a global phenomenon, and why the Duffer Bros. really know how to write!  Become a part of our Patreon family over at patreon.com/moviedefenders and for just $1 a month get this content regularly! Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

It's time to end 2025 with a bang... a weird bang... this time we watch a John Hughes classic filled with so much nostalgia and laugh our rear ends off. It's time for Weird Science! Perhaps the most misunderstood of John Hughes' movies, this one has all sorts of hidden depth and character behind a lot of wacky stuff, and many miss it. We'll break it all down as this film has just as much to say about teens as any of his other works. Before we jump into the film we also discuss our Top 5 John Hughes movie moments of all time. So grab your Cuban missiles, watch out for Mad Max biker gangs, and always remember to hook up the doll... it's time for Weird Science on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:24:25 Best John Hughes Movie Moments 00:52:38 Weird Science Discussion Starts 01:24:11 Movie Opens 01:34:15 A Crazy Idea 01:42:54 The Kandy Bar 01:56:04 "Like your panties... BURP!" 02:15:37 Forgot to Hook Up the Doll 02:17:36 Mad Max Time 02:23:44 Deb and Hilly 02:36:58 Saying Goodbye Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

There is nothing better than classic Disney animation! And today the Gen Xers who host the show are throwing back to one of their favorites of all time, The Sword in the Stone! A fantastic film with so many life lessons wrapped up into a great, short animated film, are the reasons parents back then trusted Disney to help raise their kids. We will dive into all the best and classic scenes in this one. Prior to talking the movie, however we get to a lot of stuff! We talk the new Supergirl trailer, all the stuff we've been watching, and break down our top 5 picks for Disney animated movies they SHOULD make a live-action remake for! So grab your magic wands, make sure you use your brains over brawn, and lets all get blown to Bermuda... it's time for The Sword in the Stone on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and Supergirl Teaser Discussion 00:41:38 Top 5 Disney Animated Films they SHOULD remake in live action 01:13:00 Sword in the Stone Discussion Starts 01:28:22 Movie Opens 01:39:04 Wart Drops in For Tea 01:51:53 Things Get Fishy 02:11:00 Madam Mim 02:24:35 Wart is Squire Again 02:39:22 King Arthur Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michal Kaczmarek Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Time to rev the engines today with the blockbuster hit of Summer 2025... F1! Joseph Kosinski's follow-up effort to Top Gun: Maverick doesn't disappoint and lives up to the hype! We break down our top 5 Brad Pitt performances and then we dive into all the racing and movie goodness. We break down things the movie didn't explain to give you even more knowledge about what you saw on screen. If you love racing, or if you don't, this movie is for everyone! So grab tennis balls, don't drop the wheel gun, and make sure you go for Plan C... it's time for F1 on The Movie Defenders Podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 A Bit About our Podcast 00:11:22 Top 5 Brad Pitt Performances 00:37:16 F1 Discussion Begins 01:21:06 Ruben Makes an Offer 01:36:29 Sonny Joins the Team 02:00:40 First Race Disaster 02:21:23 Dinner and a Bet 02:27:43 "In that moment... I'm Flyin'" 02:37:02 Sonny's Back 02:48:32 A Miracle 03:00:50 "He's Flyin'" Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Yes, it's really happening. We, the Movie Defenders, are going to defend the un-defendable. Actually, no... we aren't. But we're going to have fun! Can't defend it so let's just lean into the chaos :). We break down the craziness that is this special and we jump into the 'why' behind it, as well as the documentary, "A Disturbance in the Force" which tells the story of this special. Also, we discuss our top 5 pieces of Star Wars toys/memorabilia that we each have. So grab your life day glow balls, call up your favorite holo-net program, and yes... that's really Bea Arthur... it's time for The Star Wars Holiday Special on The Movie Defenders Podcast. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:33:15 Top 5 Pieces of Star Wars Memorabilia 01:35:28 Holiday Special Discussion Starts 01:59:08 How and Why This Happened 02:13:06 It Wasn't the Worst Thing 02:22:50 How It Starts 02:43:25 Enter Bea Arthur 02:52:49 Starships and Hyperdrives Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Let's cap off spooky season with a classic and laugh our butts off while we do it... Shaun of the Dead! We look back at the movie that made Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg stars. We also look at and pick our Top 5 bars/pubs in movies. So make sure you don't have red on you, find your cricket mallet in the shed, and always throw the Batman soundtrack... it's time for Shaun of the Dead on the Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:32:58 Top 5 Bars/Pubs in Movies 01:08:21 Movie Discussion Starts 01:19:08 Meet Our Characters 01:52:03 Ed Tries to Cheer up Shaun 01:58:07 A Hip-Hop DJ Type Fight 02:10:07 Tossing Records 02:22:25 RIP Phillip 02:40:52 David Freaks Out 02:50:50 Barbara Turns 03:01:03 The End in the Cellar Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

We stay in spooky season today with one our brother Donald will be glad he missed. It's time to dive into the fantastic horror triumph... Weapons! Zach Cregger's follow-up to Barbarian hit theaters this summer... and wow is it awesome. We love more things about it every time we see it. We also give our Top 5 horror film debuts for directors of all time. So beware the weird little tree, don't let anyone cut your hair, and for goodness sake don't step over the salt... it's time for Weapons on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:39:07 Top 5 Horror Debuts for Directors 01:03:49 Weapons Discussion Starts 01:34:21 A Child Narrates the Opening 01:59:35 Meeting at the Bar 02:40:18 Paul Chases Down James 03:03:13 Meet Gladys 03:16:08 Archer Teams Up with Justine 03:21:45 Gladys Demonstrates Her Power 03:40:32 Not So Happy End Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

"The End is Nigh. The Tanner Brothers are on the home stretch with the Top Ten. These are some truly epic motion pictures everyone see should see at least once. Join us for the penultimate episode of RTR Season One: Movies 10-6! The Wizard of Oz Vertigo Schindler's List Lawrence of Arabia Gone with the Wind Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

"Looks like we made it!" Top Twenty here we are! Can't believe it's finally happened, but the films recognized as numbers 20-16 by the AFI get the Tanner Brother treatment. We apologize in advance. It's a Wonderful Life On the Waterfront The General The Graduate Sunset Blvd Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Tim TJ Walker Attack of the Killer Podcast

Scary movie season is upon us and we tee up our first movie of the season... The Cabin in the Woods! Whedon and Goddard serve up a masterpiece for us and we dive into all of it with our great friend, Megan Bush. There is so much great writing here if you pay close attention! We unpack it all. We also break down our top 5 horror movie deaths of all time. So take down that creepy painting, collapse that giant bong, and for goodness' sake don't read the Latin! It's time for The Cabin in the Woods on this episode of The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:41:40 Top 5 Horror Movie Deaths 01:34:30 The Cabin in the Woods Discussion Begins 01:50:17 Funny Opening! 02:09:42 Creepy Gas Station 02:23:43 All Bets In 02:40:28 "It's the Buckners!" 03:06:16 Premature Party 03:13:46 Grave Elevators 03:21:28 The Director Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

"It's hard out here for a couple of (movie) pimps like Tyler and Brev, but we're whoopin' those tricks as we plow ahead into the films ranked 30-26. Apocalypse Now Double Indemnity All About Eve High Noon Mr. Smith Goes to Washington Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

This is a special episode of our second show, The Backlot Tour, usually only available for Patrons. Today we dive into a brand new game Brev brings us about ranking films, actors, moments, you name it! Then we kick around the global phenomenon that is K-Pop Demon Hunters! Why is this movie resonating with almost all who watch it? We will tell you exactly why we think that is as we celebrate and absolutely fantastic film that came out of nowhere. For more content like this head to patreon.com/moviedefenders and for just $1 a month you get the Backlot tour on our off weeks to give you weekly Movie Defenders content. Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and the Movie Ranking Game 00:44:02 K-Pop Demon Hunters Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Season 1 of Alien: Earth is in the books... and we break down the final episode! What did we think? What are our predictions for next season? Is there a next season? We also throw in some Stranger Things talk and preview our upcoming slate of shows! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Gearing up for spooky season our Patrons teed this one up for us! A wild ride of mental health, manipulation, break ups, and some good old ritual sacrifice. We dive into our review of Midsommar today and also break down the guys' top 5 brainwashing/decent into madness films ever. So grab your flower crowns, avoid the yellow building, and for God's sake check what you're drinking... it's time for Midsommar on The Movie Defenders podcast! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders 00:00:00 Intro and What We've Been Watching 00:36:46 Top 5 Brainwashing Films 01:12:44 Midsommar Discussion Starts 01:47:50 Dani and Christian on Phone 02:01:50 Christian's Friends Disapprove 02:55:50 Dueling Theses 03:04:38 Don't Pee on Dead Trees 03:10:02 Meeting With Holy Man Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

The first of two episodes left of Alien: Earth and wow... lots happened! The shortest episode yet but lots going on. How are all the pieces coming into place with the finale around the corner? Find out now with the guys who dive into the episode moments after it airs! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast

Alien: Earth continues back in Neverland as we're done with the flashbacks and back with our characters. Factions are aligning, and the pieces are falling into place. Come along with the guys and let's break it down! Click here to listen and connect anywhere: https://linktr.ee/moviedefenders Special thanks to our amazing Patreon supporters! Alex Kirkby  Alexis Helman Barrett Young Bart German Brett Bowen Daryl Ewry Doug Robertson Ena Haynes Eric Blattberg Jason Chastain Josh Evans Joshua Loy Katherine Boulware Kevin Athey Mark Nattress Mark Martin Megan Bush Michael Puckett Nick Nagher Randal Silver Sean Masters Stephanie Ewry Attack of the Killer Podcast