What are the best movies and TV shows of 2026 so far? We break down everything we've missed from the first half of the year, review the biggest surprises and disappointments, preview the movies we're most excited for the rest of 2026, and rank our Top 5 Movies of the Year (So Far).

00:00 Intro

01:26 Sheep Detectives Review

05:26 Nirvana the Band the Show the Movie Review

10:19 Masters of the Universe Review

19:40 Evil Dead Burn Review

29:45 The Devil Wears Prada 2 Review

33:59 The Pitt Season 2 Review

43:20 Widow's Bay Review

53:53 Most Anticipated Movies of Late 2026

1:06:49 Top 5 Movies of 2026 (So Far)

1:20:44 Outro

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Christopher Nolan takes on one of the most influential stories ever written but does The Odyssey live up to the hype?

In this episode of Scene It Before, we break down Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey, discussing what worked, what didn't, and whether this epic adventure belongs among Nolan's best films. We dive into the performances from Matt Damon and the supporting cast, the controversial casting and historical accuracy debates, the film's structure, standout sequences like the Cyclops and Circe, and why the third act delivers one of the movie's biggest payoffs.

We also rank The Odyssey against Nolan's previous films, predict its Oscar chances, and discuss whether this ambitious adaptation ultimately hits or misses.

00:00 Intro

02:33 First Impressions

04:58 Casting & Historical Accuracy Controversy

09:38 Spoiler Discussion Begins

11:20 Story Structure & Pacing

16:50 The Best Island Sequences

25:16 Why the Third Act Works

28:09 Is Christopher Nolan Losing His Touch?

34:06 Oscar Predictions

37:17 Ranking Christopher Nolan Movies

41:01 Fantasy Movie Draft Update

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James Gunn's Supergirl is finally here—but is it another win for the DCU, or are cracks already starting to show?

In this episode, we break down Supergirl (2026), discuss what worked, what didn't, and answer the bigger question: Is James Gunn's DCU already in trouble?

We cover:

Our full Supergirl review

The movie's biggest strengths and weaknesses

Why the story didn't work for us

James Gunn's vision for the DCU

Whether DC can recover after a disappointing box office opening

What's next for the franchise

Chapters

00:00 Intro

02:50 Spoiler-Free Review

08:13 Spoiler Discussion Begins

10:47 Where Did Supergirl Go Wrong?

17:15 Did James Gunn Keep His Promise?

22:15 Why Supergirl Is Struggling at the Box Office

26:38 Can the DCU Recover?

29:31 Final Ratings & Verdict

32:20 What's Next for DC & Spider-Man?

Do you agree with our take? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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After nearly seven years away from the big screen, Star Wars finally returns with The Mandalorian & Grogu. Joined by special guest Tom Connolly of Connolly Productions, we discuss whether Disney's latest Star Wars movie justified its theatrical release, what worked, what didn't, and why the film feels surprisingly light on meaningful story progression. Did Star Wars finally find its footing, or is the franchise still searching for a clear direction?

Featuring discussion on Din Djarin, Grogu, the future of Star Wars, Disney's strategy, and whether this story was truly worthy of the big screen.

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After years of buildup, The Boys Season 5 finale finally arrived... and it left us wanting more. While there are a few standout moments, the ending struggles with pacing, payoff, and delivering a truly satisfying conclusion to one of television's biggest shows. We break down what worked, what didn't, Homelander's final arc, the biggest twists, and whether The Boys stuck the landing.

Full spoilers for The Boys Season 5 finale.

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Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 brings Matt Murdock back into the spotlight with higher stakes, brutal action, and some of the strongest storytelling Marvel has delivered in years.

In this review, we discuss the season's biggest moments, character arcs, performances, action sequences, surprises, and whether Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 lives up to the legacy of the original series. Does Marvel finally have a television flagship again, or does the season fall short of expectations?

Full spoilers for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.

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