The Popcorn Podcast

31 horror movies. One countdown. One definitive ranking!

This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy is looking back at his Halloween Countdown series and ranking every single horror movie he watched throughout the month.

From the biggest scares and unexpected hidden gems to disappointing releases and movies that completely exceeded expectations, Tommy is putting all 31 films in order and revealing which horror movies came out on top.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Ranking all 31 horror movies from the Halloween Countdown

• The best and worst movies Tommy watched

• Biggest surprises and disappointments

• Hidden horror gems worth checking out

• The scariest movies of the countdown

• Which movies deserve more recognition

• Tommy's number one horror movie

Did Tommy get the rankings right? Are there movies that deserved a higher spot? And which horror films should make next year's Halloween Countdown?

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QUESTION: What's the greatest horror movie of all time?

DC is taking a darker turn! This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan review Clayface (2026), the new R-rated horror thriller from DC Studios centered on one of Batman’s most terrifying villains.

Directed by James Watkins and written by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini, the film stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, an aspiring actor whose desperate attempt to restore his disfigured face leads to a horrifying transformation.

We're discussing the performances, the story, the disturbing body-horror sequences, the practical effects, and whether this darker approach gives the DC Universe something different. We also talk about how Clayface fits into James Gunn’s new DCU and whether this is a villain who deserves more time on the big screen.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Clayface (2026) full movie review

• Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen

• Naomi Ackie and the supporting cast

• James Watkins’ direction

• Mike Flanagan’s horror influence

• Body horror, practical effects, and gruesome transformations

• The film’s connection to the DC Universe

• Our biggest takeaways and final ratings

Whether you're a DC Comics fan, a Batman fan, or a horror movie enthusiast, join us as we break down the newest DC Studios release.

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QUESTION: What other Batman villain deserves a standalone horror movie?

It's time to enter the World Warrior Tournament! This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan review Street Fighter (2026), the latest live-action adaptation of Capcom's iconic fighting game franchise.

Directed by Kitao Sakurai, the film brings Ryu, Ken Masters, and Chun-Li together for a tournament filled with rivalries, powerful fighters, and a dangerous conspiracy. The cast includes Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Callina Liang, Jason Momoa, David Dastmalchian, and 50 Cent.

We're breaking down the action, fight choreography, performances, humor, video game references, and '90s nostalgia. We also discuss how this new adaptation stacks up against other video game movies and whether it delivers the big-screen experience fans want.

In this episode:

• Street Fighter (2026) movie review

• Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, and the iconic characters

• The cast and performances

• Action sequences and video game Easter eggs

• Humor, nostalgia, and the story

• Our biggest takeaways and final ratings

Whether you're a longtime Street Fighter fan or just looking for your next action movie, join us as we decide if this adaptation scores a flawless victory.

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Join the conversation: Who's your favorite Street Fighter fighter, and what's your rating for the movie?

🎬 Is Primetime one of A24’s most unsettling movies yet?

This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan review Primetime (2026), the new A24 psychological thriller starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, the television journalist known for To Catch a Predator.

Directed by Lance Oppenheim, the film explores the world of early-2000s television, where hidden-camera investigations and confrontations became must-watch entertainment.

We break down Robert Pattinson’s performance, the supporting cast, the direction, cinematography, and the movie’s exploration of the line between journalism and sensationalism. We also discuss how the real-world inspiration shapes the story and whether Primetime succeeds as a psychological thriller.

🎬 IN THIS EPISODE:

• Primetime (2026) review

• Robert Pattinson’s performance

• A24 and Lance Oppenheim

• The story behind To Catch a Predator

• Direction and cinematography

• Media ethics and reality television

• Our favorite moments and criticisms

• Final thoughts and ratings

If you enjoy A24 movies, Robert Pattinson, psychological thrillers, true-crime stories, and in-depth film reviews, this episode of The Popcorn Podcast is for you.

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🟢 We've reached the end of LANTERNS Season 1!

Tommy and Ryan are back on The Popcorn Podcast to review the final two episodes of HBO's Lanterns, breaking down Episodes 7 and 8 and everything that led to the Season 1 finale.

After spending the entire season trying to uncover the truth, we finally get answers about who killed Hal Jordan, the Manhunter mystery, and what happened in Rushville. We also see John Stewart finally embrace his role as a Green Lantern, setting up what could be next for the DCU.

We discuss the finale's biggest reveals, Hal and John's relationship, Sinestro, the Green Lantern mythology, the final emotional moments, and whether Lanterns successfully brought its first season to a close.

⚠️ FULL SPOILERS FOR LANTERNS EPISODES 7 & 8.

🎬 THIS EPISODE COVERS:
• Lanterns Episodes 7 & 8
• Season 1 finale review
• Lanterns ending explained
• The mystery of Hal Jordan's death
• John Stewart's Green Lantern journey
• Hal Jordan & John Stewart
• The Manhunter mystery
• Sinestro
• DCU connections
• Season 2 possibilities
• Our final Season 1 rating

If you've been watching Lanterns, Green Lantern, the DCU, HBO, or superhero television, this is our full spoiler discussion of the Season 1 finale.

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🍿 Now that Season 1 is over, we want to hear from you.

👇 What did you think of the Lanterns finale—and what would you rate the season out of 10?

🎬 It's time to talk about the filmmakers behind our favorite movies!

On this episode of The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan reveal their Top 10 Favorite Movie Directors, discussing the filmmakers who have had the biggest impact on their love of cinema.

For each director, we share our favorite movies, debate which film we consider their best, and explain what makes their work stand out. From unforgettable performances and iconic scenes to distinctive filmmaking styles and incredible filmographies, we're celebrating the directors who keep us coming back to the movies.

Of course, no two movie fans have exactly the same list. Expect personal favorites, surprising picks, passionate debates, and plenty of opportunities to disagree with us!

🎬 IN THIS EPISODE:

• Our top 10 favorite directors
• Our favorite movie from each director
• Each director's best film, in our opinion
• The greatest filmographies in cinema
• Personal favorites versus critical classics
• Directors who deserve more recognition
• Our ultimate movie recommendations

If you love movie directors, filmmaking, film history, cinema, movie rankings, and passionate movie discussions, this episode is for you.

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🍿 YOUR TURN: Who are your top 10 favorite movie directors, and what is each director's best movie? Let us know, we want to hear your list!

It's a HUGE week for The Popcorn Podcast!

Tommy and Ryan are back to review Episodes 5 & 6 of HBO's LANTERNS, before turning their attention to Resident Evil (2026) from writer-director Zach Cregger.

First, we break down the latest episodes of Lanterns, including the fallout from the Manhunter mystery, the evolving relationship between Hal Jordan and John Stewart, Guy Gardner's role in the DCU, and the biggest reveals from Episodes 5 and 6.

Then we dive into Resident Evil, discussing Zach Cregger's new take on the legendary survival-horror franchise, including the scares, creatures, action, humor, video game references, performances, and whether the movie actually feels like Resident Evil.

⚠️ FULL SPOILERS for Lanterns Episodes 5 & 6 and Resident Evil (2026).

🎬 THIS EPISODE COVERS:
• Lanterns Episodes 5 & 6
• Manhunter mystery
• Hal Jordan & John Stewart
• Guy Gardner
• Green Lantern mythology
• DCU connections
• Lanterns Season 1 predictions
• Resident Evil (2026) review
• Zach Cregger
• Austin Abrams
• Resident Evil video game connections
• Horror, action & gore
• Our final ratings

If you're a fan of Lanterns, Green Lantern, the DCU, HBO, Resident Evil, horror movies, video game adaptations, and movie & TV reviews, this episode is for you.

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👇 What's your rating for Lanterns so far, and what did you think of Resident Evil?

🍿 It's time for another Letterboxd roundup!

Tommy rides solo on this episode of The Popcorn Podcast to break down four of his recent movie entries: Onslaught, Hope, By Any Means, and Psycho Killer.

Tommy talks through his thoughts on Onslaught, the new action-horror movie from Adam Wingard, before diving into Hope, the Korean sci-fi horror thriller from filmmaker Na Hong-jin. He also gives his takes on By Any Means and Psycho Killer, breaking down the stories, performances, action, horror, thriller elements, and his favorite moments.

And, of course, Tommy gives each movie his Letterboxd rating.

🎬 Movies discussed:
• Onslaught
• Hope
• By Any Means
• Psycho Killer
• Letterboxd ratings
• Horror & thriller movies
• Action movies
• Movie recommendations

If you're a fan of movie reviews, Letterboxd, horror movies, Korean thrillers, action movies, and discovering what to watch next, this episode of The Popcorn Podcast is for you.

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👇 Which of these four movies have you seen, and what did you think?

LANTERNS is officially heating up!

This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan review Episodes 3 and 4 of HBO's LANTERNS, breaking down some of the biggest character moments and reveals of the season so far.

We start with Episode 3 and its deeper exploration of John Stewart, his backstory, and his complicated path toward becoming a Green Lantern. Then we jump into Episode 4 as the investigation takes some major turns and the Manhunter mystery becomes even more important to the future of the series.

We discuss Hal Jordan, John Stewart, the Green Lantern mythology, Sinestro, the biggest reveals, our favorite moments, our biggest criticisms, and where we think LANTERNS Season 1 is heading next.

⚠️ FULL SPOILERS for LANTERNS Episodes 3 & 4.

🎬 This episode covers:
• LANTERNS Episode 3 review
• LANTERNS Episode 4 review
• John Stewart's backstory
• Hal Jordan and John Stewart
• The Manhunter mystery
• Green Lantern mythology
• Sinestro
• DCU connections
• Biggest moments and surprises
• Predictions for the rest of Season 1

If you're a fan of LANTERNS, Green Lantern, DC, the DCU, HBO, superhero shows, and TV reviews, follow The Popcorn Podcast for weekly conversations about the biggest movies and television shows.

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What is your rating for LANTERNS after Episodes 3 and 4?

👻 Tommy is riding solo into The Further!

This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy reviews Insidious: Out of the Further, the latest installment in the supernatural horror franchise.

In this full-spoiler Insidious: Out of the Further review, Tommy breaks down the story, performances, scares, demons, The Further, franchise connections, and the biggest moments from the movie.

How does Insidious: Out of the Further compare to the previous Insidious movies? Does it bring anything new to the franchise? And most importantly… is Insidious still scary?

⚠️ FULL SPOILERS for Insidious: Out of the Further.

🎬 This episode covers:
• Insidious: Out of the Further review
• Full spoiler discussion
• Ending breakdown
• The Further & Insidious mythology
• Best horror moments
• Scares and demons
• Characters & performances
• Connections to the previous films
• The future of the Insidious franchise
• Tommy's final rating

If you're a fan of horror movies, Insidious, supernatural horror, Blumhouse, scary movies, and movie reviews, follow The Popcorn Podcast for new episodes every Friday.

🍿 We're building a community of movie and TV fans—and we want you to be part of it.

👇 What's your rating for Insidious: Out of the Further?