This week on Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan wade into the murky waters of Gorgo (1961), the British kaiju cult classic. Often dubbed the UK’s response to Godzilla, this creature feature follows the discovery of a giant sea monster off the coast of Ireland—and the chaos that erupts when greedy circus owners bring it to London. But things take a twist when Mom comes calling… The hosts dig into the film’s impressive effects, its surprising emotional core, and how it stands out in the pantheon of rubber-suit monster mayhem.

On this episode of Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan take aim at The Dead Pool (1988), the final entry in the Dirty Harry series. Clint Eastwood returns as the grizzled Inspector Callahan, facing off against a killer who’s targeting celebrities from a macabre “dead pool” betting game. With a young Jim Carrey, an early role for Liam Neeson, and even a wild remote-controlled car chase, this film is a strange blend of gritty crime thriller and late-80s weirdness. The hosts explore how it stacks up against the earlier Dirty Harry films and whether Harry’s last shot hits its mark.

This week on Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan lock and load for Loaded Weapon 1 (1993), a riotous spoof of action buddy cop flicks like Lethal Weapon. With Emilio Estevez and Samuel L. Jackson hamming it up, the film fires off gags at a rapid pace—some hit, some misfire, but all come with 90s charm. The hosts unpack the film’s relentless parody style, its stacked cast of surprise cameos, and how it fits into the tradition of Zucker-style absurdist comedy. Is it a cult gem or a dud with blanks? Join us as we find out.

On this episode of Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan dive into David Mamet’s slick and cerebral directorial debut, House of Games (1987). When a psychologist gets pulled into the seductive world of con artists, things spiral into a tense game of manipulation and trust. The hosts break down Mamet’s trademark dialogue, the film’s layered cons, and how this noir-inspired thriller keeps viewers on their toes until the final moment. Is it all just smoke and mirrors? Tune in and find out.

This week on Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan sink their teeth into one of Nicolas Cage’s most unhinged performances: Vampire’s Kiss (1988). Is it a horror film? A dark comedy? A descent into madness? Yes. Yes it is. The hosts dissect Cage’s legendary alphabet scream, his bug-eating method acting, and the film’s surreal, yuppie-era satire of mental breakdown and loneliness. Come for the vampire lore, stay for the Cage chaos—this one’s a cult classic for a reason.

On this episode of Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan take a suspenseful detour into classic Hollywood with Alfred Hitchcock’s The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956). A remake of his own 1934 thriller, Hitchcock amps up the tension with stars James Stewart and Doris Day caught in an international web of intrigue, kidnapping, and political assassination. The hosts discuss the film’s globe-trotting scale, the iconic “Que Sera, Sera” moment, and whether the glossy remake lives up to its leaner predecessor. It's big-budget suspense from the master of suspense himself.

In this episode of Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan dive into the gritty and underseen British noir Jigsaw (1962), directed by Val Guest. This procedural thriller follows a meticulous police investigation unraveling a disturbing murder in a seaside town. The hosts explore the film's unique documentary-style approach, its slow-burn tension, and how it stands out among early '60s crime films. With its realistic portrayal of police work and moody atmosphere, Jigsaw is a hidden gem worth pulling from the evidence locker.

In this episode of Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan go back to the early days of Alfred Hitchcock with his 1934 classic The Man Who Knew Too Much. Before the glossier Jimmy Stewart remake, this lean and suspenseful British original laid the groundwork for Hitchcock’s mastery of espionage and suspense. The hosts discuss Peter Lorre’s eerie performance, the film’s brisk pacing, and how it showcases the seeds of Hitchcock's future greatness. It's a trip to pre-war Britain with secrets, assassinations, and a whole lot of suspense.

Nathan and Ryan take a heartwarming detour on Drive-In Double Feature as they discuss Gamera the Brave (2006), the reboot that brings everyone's favorite fire-breathing turtle back with a softer, family-friendly twist. The hosts explore how this film reimagines Gamera for a younger audience, its emotional core, and its place in kaiju cinema history. Expect talk about adorable baby monsters, surprisingly touching moments, and how Gamera the Brave stands apart from its more destructive predecessors.

On this episode of Drive-In Double Feature, Nathan and Ryan dive into Sudden Impact (1983), the gritty fourth entry in the Dirty Harry saga. Clint Eastwood returns as the iconic, no-nonsense Inspector Callahan, this time tackling vigilante justice and delivering one of the most famous lines in movie history. The hosts break down the film’s darker tone, Eastwood’s directorial style, and how Sudden Impact fits into the evolving action genre of the early '80s. Plus, plenty of talk about coffee shops, revenge plots, and Dirty Harry’s unshakable scowl.