Get Out was a phenomenon that launched the horror career of Jordan Peele ahead of his highly anticipated film Us. But does his first nightmare hold up to the hype behind his second feature? Join Nate, Jake, and Drew as in our latest edition of Freeze Frame!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review

Spoiler-free ratings at 15:15

What do you think of Get Out? Let us know by commenting below!

Weeks separate the MCU from its “endgame", but how about we meet one of their most powerful heroes first? On the latest Middle Seats podcast, Jake Hensler, Andrew Auger and Nate Lungarini review the 90’s set super-powered origin story: Captain Marvel! Nostalgia is the name of the game, as the crew discusses their favorite VHS tapes, a whole new Aladdin, and Spielberg versus Netflix. Take a seat and listen to this highly anticipated review!

Timecodes:

Lobby Talk (VHS’s we watched on repeat) – 3:00

News (Idris Elba joins The Suicide Squad, Spielberg vs. Netflix, New Aladdin trailer) – 12:18

Review of Captain Marvel – 34:30

Ratings – 48:25

Spoiler Section – 53:04

Final Thoughts – 1:04:39

What did you think of Captain Marvel? Are you excited for the live-action Aladdin? Let us know by commenting below!

No time like the present to reflect on the past! With the Oscars literally right around the corner, the Middle Seats wanted to share our Best of 2018 lists before movie’s biggest night! In this special edition of FREEZE FRAME, the boys will count down their top five films from last year. Between Oscar contenders , blockbusters, and indie gems, 2018 was sure a wild ride. So join us to hear us gush about our favorite flicks!

Timecodes:

Number 5 picks - 4:53

Number 4 pick - 9:32

Number 3 picks - 19:14

Number 2 picks - 30:41

Honorable mentions - 41:41

Number 1 favorites of 2018 - 46:39

Any of these appear on your personal lists? Which films do you think have a shot at the Academy Awards, or should have been nominated altogether? Let us know by commenting below!

It’s the crossover of the century in the latest MIDDLE SEATS PODCAST! Despite some tough negotiations between Warner Bros. and Disney, the boys were able to bring two titans of the winter box office into one show. First up is MARY POPPINS RETURNS, the sequel to the musical, magical classic decades in the making. And hold onto your umbrella, because we’re getting soaked because of AQUAMAN! DC Comics is banking on this underwater adventure to get their superhero franchise up and running (instead of down and sinking). So tune in as Jake, Andrew, and Nate take on these two movies, as well as weigh in on the hosting crisis for the 2019 Oscars. WOO HOO and off we go!

Timecodes:

Lobby Talk (Who should have hosted the Oscars?) – 2:15

Review of Mary Poppins Returns – 11:51

Mary Poppins Returns Ratings – 23:09

Mary Poppins Returns Spoiler Section – 26:59

Review of Aquaman – 37:18

Aquaman Ratings – 53:34

Aquaman Spoiler Section – 56:38

Who do you think should have hosted the Oscars? What did you think of Mary Poppins Returns? Did Aquaman salvage the DCEU? Let us know by commenting below!

How much Spider-Man is too much Spider-Man? Probably not enough to keep THE MIDDLE SEATS from swinging late into the party! Nate, Jake, and Andrew are here to review the highly anticipated SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE! We’ll also debate which films we think could have been better with the inclusion of the webbed superhero. Jake’s pick might just be a web of conspiracy so deep it’ll make your head spin! Only way to know for sure is to swoosh and thwipp your way into our latest podcast!

Timecodes:

Lobby Talk (Combine any movie with Spider-Man!) – 1:57

News (Dora the Explorer casting, Netflix vs. movie theaters) – 11:36

Review of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse – 25:27

Ratings – 39:04

Spoiler Section – 45:01

Final Thoughts – 56:33

What did you think of Spider-Man’s new animated movie? Which crazy Spider-Man pitch would you see in theaters? Let us know by commenting below!

THE MIDDLE SEATS returns! Nate, Jake, and Andrew are all amped up to kick off 2019, but we certainly have some catching up to do! This podcast starts off with our most anticipated movies of the new year, as well as our reactions to Avengers: Endgame, Godzilla, and Pixar’s latest announcement. But that’s not all! As the Oscars draw near, the main review will focus on GREEN BOOK. Does the Middle Seats crew think it’s Best Picture material? Listen in and find out!

Timecodes:

Lobby Talk (Most anticipated movies of 2019) – 2:08

News (Avengers: Endgame ; Godzilla: King of the Monsters ; Pixar’s Onward) – 16:01

Review of Green Book– 38:28

Ratings – 49:34

Spoiler Section – 53:07

Final Thoughts – 1:01:00

What did you think of Green Book? What are your most anticipated movies of 2019? Let us know by commenting below!

Boot up those controllers and plug your headphones in for the latest episode of THE MIDDLE SEATS PODCAST! On this episode, Jake, Nate and Drew review RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET, dissect the always fascinating Golden Globe nominees, and talk about Netflix’s latest power move to prepare for the upcoming streaming wars (could they BE more scared of Disney Plus?). Take a seat and listen!

Timecodes:

Lobby Talk (Traumatizing animated movies) – 1:45

News (Golden Globe nominees, Netflix keeps streaming Friends) – 12:42

Review of Ralph Breaks the Internet – 24:32

Ratings – 35:58

Spoiler Section – 40:09

Final Thoughts – 51:15

What did you think of Ralph Breaks the Internet? What was your most traumatizing movie growing up? Let us know by commenting below!

Here’s the latest knockout with the MIDDLE SEATS PODCAST! This week, the boys throw a jab at some good ol’ movie themes in lobby talk. Followed by a 1-2-3 punch combo with the news of a LION KING trailer, a possible Oscar category pertaining to stunts and.... movie-scented candles? The final blow is a big right hook with CREED II, our feature review. Listen in as Nate and Jake duke it out, while our ringside girl Andrew looks pretty on the side!

Timecodes:

Lobby Talk (Favorite movie themes) – 2:05

News (Lion King trailer, Oscar for Best Stunts?, Movie-scented candles) – 11:58

Review of Creed II – 29:48

Ratings – 46:04

Spoiler Section – 52:37

Final Thoughts – 1:02:02

What did you think of Creed II? What do you think of Michael B. Jordan’s abs? Let us know by commenting below!

Prepare to be charmed by THE MIDDLE SEATS PODCAST! Nate, Jake and Drew will be slinging spells at the sequel to the Harry Potter spinoff series, FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD. Listen in to find out how the wizarding world mystified the crew… or has us all shouting curses like a dark wizard. But that’s not all! We’ll discuss our “sick picks”, comb over the latest trailers for Toy Story & Pokémon, and remember the comic book legend Stan Lee.

Timecodes:

Lobby Talk (Sick Picks) – 1:58

News (Remembering Stan Lee, Toy Story 4, Detective Pikachu) – 7:34

Review of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald – 29:58

Ratings – 42:08

Spoiler Section – 46:01

Final Thoughts – 59:10

What did you think of Fantastic Beasts 2? And what about those new movie trailers? Let us know by commenting below!

Brooms, wands, potions, and… cute animals? It’s only possible in J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world. The crew is reviewing FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM, the first of the spinoff series from the Harry Potter franchise. But is this a magical spectacle or a cheap trick? Find out with The Middle Seats on FREEZE FRAME!

WARNING: SPOILERS throughout the review Spoiler-free ratings at 17:48

What do you think of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them? Let us know by commenting below!