"You wait 20 years for a dad and then three come along at once." For Episode 357, Thomas and Brandon kickoff their Jukebox Musical series with MAMMA MIA! Listen as they discuss the show's original theatrical run, what major event affected the show's popularity, how Meryl Streep became involved in the project, which actresses were in the running for one of the lead roles, and how the movie became one of the best examples of counterprogramming at the movie theater.  Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive content: Opening - Sinners -  (00:00:10 ) Intro to the Jukebox Musical Genre (00:05:00 ) Intro to Mamma Mia (00:12:06 ) How Mamma Mia Got to Production (00:19:00 ) Favorite Scenes (00:42:58 ) On Set Life - (01:03:40 ) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:12:46 ) What Worked and What Didn’t (01:20:05 ) Awards (01:26:30 ) Final Questions on the Movie (01:29:37 ) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:37:11 ) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast