Deep Cuts: The Game

This week on Deep Cuts: The Game, we’re joined by a true scene-stealer whose career spans cult classics, iconic ensembles, and unforgettable moments you definitely remember—even if you didn’t realize it at the time.

Our guest, John Philbin, drops in to revisit three films from his own filmography—each wildly different in tone, but all packed with deep-cut gold. From adrenaline-fueled action to dusty, larger-than-life drama to something a little more off the beaten path, these picks give us the perfect playground to dig into the faces, names, and “that guy!” performances that make these movies tick.

Joining the conversation are Sarah Hanlon—social media reporter, Big Brother Canada winner, and all-around pop culture powerhouse—and co-host Alex Young, both bringing sharp eyes and deep-cut instincts as we break down stacked casts, surprising connections, and the kinds of roles that linger long after the credits roll.

It’s a celebration of character actors, behind-the-scenes stories, and the moments that almost steal the movie… sometimes from right under our guest’s nose.

The Oscars are right around the corner, so Deep Cuts: The Game is going prestige! 🎬🏆 Jeff and co-host Alex Young welcome back two returning champions—Eric Marchen and Sandra Byles—for a special episode celebrating the year’s biggest films… but through the smallest roles.

All three movies in this episode are nominees for Best Picture, and the competition is just as fierce behind the microphone as it is at the Academy Awards. Our players dig deep into the casts of these awards-season heavyweights, hunting for those blink-and-you-miss-them actors who quietly connect Hollywood in the most surprising ways.

Will experience give the returning champs the edge? Can Alex defend his home turf? And will Jeff manage to keep the chaos under control before Oscar night?

If you love movies, trivia, and discovering the hidden connections inside the year’s most celebrated films, this episode is your perfect pre-Oscars warm-up.

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What happens when the Final Girls flip the script?

This week, Alex is joined by special guests Sarah Spurlock Hill and Kellie Nicole Hill from the Final Girls Podcast for a wickedly fun Reverse Final Girls episode of Deep Cuts: The Game. Instead of surviving the danger… the women are the danger.

Inspired by a trio of iconic thrillers where obsession, manipulation, and revenge take center stage, the crew digs into the unforgettable supporting players hiding just beneath the surface. From suspicious coworkers and loyal best friends to unlucky lovers and quietly scene-stealing character actors, we shine a light on the deep cuts that help turn these chilling stories into classics.

Along the way, Sarah and Kellie bring their horror expertise, Alex tries to keep the chaos contained, and Jeff hosts a game where knowing your character actors might just save your life… or at least win you the round.

Sharp, suspenseful, and a little bit dangerous—this episode proves that sometimes the most unforgettable villains are the ones you never see coming.

So pour a drink, lock the doors, and remember: someone’s always watching… and someone’s always listening.

Returning champions Galen Howard and Erik Gratton step back into the game this week, proving once again that in Hollywood — and on Deep Cuts: The Game — survival depends on knowing who’s really pulling the strings behind the scenes.

This episode dives deep into stories of paranoia, ambition, artistic desperation, and the dangerous cost of success in the entertainment industry. From desperate creatives chasing validation to powerful insiders quietly shaping careers from the shadows, the conversation explores the thin line between genius and collapse… and what happens when the system starts listening back.

Along the way, Galen and Erik bring sharp strategy, wild connections, and returning-champ confidence as they battle through another round of film trivia, industry deep dives, and unexpected cinematic links. Expect conspiracy theories, studio nightmares, surveillance anxiety, and plenty of laughs as the game uncovers the hidden players behind some of cinema’s most unsettling behind-the-curtain stories.

Lights on. Phones tapped. Careers hanging in the balance.

Play along and see if you can keep up.

This week on Deep Cuts: The Game, Jeff and Alex are joined by Annapurna Sriram to talk about her film Fucktoys — how it came together, the choices behind its look and tone, and what inspired her as a filmmaker. She shares what it’s like building something bold and personal from the ground up.

We’re also joined by Demi Adejuyigbe, who jumps into the game and brings plenty of sharp humor along the way.

The movies in this week’s lineup include:

A young royal struggling with fame and pressure

A teen figuring out who she is in a very colorful world

A couple whose crime spree turns into a media circus

It’s a fun conversation about big creative swings, strong visual styles, and movies that sparked debate.

Dream a Little Deep Cut is a full-on love letter to the wild, weird, and wonderful spirit of 1980s movies. Alex and returning Deep Cuts player Julia Marchese are joined by actor Matt Adler for a lively dive into a trio of unforgettable films, each very different.

Matt brings firsthand insight into what it was really like working in Hollywood during the ’80s, sharing stories about the scene, the energy, and the anything-goes creativity that defined the decade. From dreamy teen fantasy to sharp-edged sketch comedy to big-scale spectacle, the conversation bounces between behind-the-scenes memories, career reflections, and plenty of nostalgic deep cuts.

It’s funny, honest, and packed with context you won’t get from a standard movie recap—exactly what Deep Cuts: The Game does best. If you love ’80s cinema, Hollywood history, and stories from someone who lived it, this episode is a must-listen.

What do you serve when your guest list includes movie buffs, TV obsessives, and one very hungry group of friends? You draft the greatest food moments from movies and television, of course.

This episode turns into a full-on fantasy feast as Instagram personality Neighbour Becci joins NickFlix and Alex Young for a no-holds-barred food draft. The goal? Build the ultimate spread to impress friends at a totally make-believe party inspired by iconic on-screen eats.

From questionable choices to inspired picks (and a few heated debates along the way), this one is packed with pop-culture cravings, nostalgia overload, and the kind of chaos only a Deep Cuts draft can deliver. Come hungry—this episode might ruin your grocery list forever.

This week on Deep Cuts: The Game, we’re joined by actor Jamison Newlander alongside co-host Alex Young and returning player Sam Berry for a wildly fun round that jumps across decades, genres, and tones. From a cult ’80s classic soaked in neon and attitude, to a gooey studio remake that scarred a generation, to a brutally intense modern western that does not pull its punches—this lineup keeps everyone on their toes.

As always, the challenge is simple: dig deep, go obscure, and rack up points by pulling the most unexpected actors from each film. There’s plenty of laughter, surprising pulls, and a few moments where things get…dark!

The deeper the cut, the better the game.

This week on Deep Cuts: The Game, Jeff Penn is joined by co-host Alex Young, returning champion Brantley Palmer, and special guest Dean Cameron—a true ’80s comedy icon with a résumé that screams cult classic cool.

The game pulls from three very different cinematic worlds: one rowdy classroom comedy that defined a generation of slacker students, one sun-soaked mall hangout that perfectly captured teen life in Southern California, and one sharply written indie debut that follows a group of post-college friends stuck between big dreams and bigger indecision.

Expect deep dives into character actors, “oh yeah, that guy!” moments, and plenty of laughs as the players dig for the deepest cuts they can find. Things may get competitive, Alex may get distracted, and Dean brings some firsthand insight from inside one of the most beloved comedies of the era.

Class is in session, the mall is calling, and adulthood can wait—press play and see who earns the points.

This week, we’re joined by actor Corin Nemec, a true child-of-the-’80s screen icon whose career connects some of the most beloved coming-of-age stories ever put on film. Before saving galaxies and outsmarting authority figures with a trademark grin, he was part of a generation of young performers who helped define adventure, friendship, and growing up on screen.

We chat about early career moments, behind-the-scenes memories, and how those formative roles shaped a long and varied run in film and television. Along the way, we touch on his time outwitting adults in a cult-favorite teen sitcom, stepping into sci-fi history through a certain interstellar franchise, and appearing on classic television alongside one of the most recognizable kids of the era.

Then it’s game time. Corin jumps into Deep Cuts: The Game, where the clues revolve around three iconic stories about dreams, discovery, and the bonds of youth. Expect deep-cut actors, wild memory pulls, and plenty of nostalgic detours as we see just how far back everyone’s movie memory really goes.