The Oscars are done — and we’re breaking it all down.

On this episode of Thumb War, we react to the 98th Academy Awards, covering the biggest winners, surprising snubs, funniest moments, and a few truly baffling choices.

We also get into:

Plus: technical difficulties, streaming frustrations, and a whole lot of opinions.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Thumb War, JD and Rachel review the movie The Bride!, Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ambitious reimagining of the Frankenstein story.

With a star-studded cast and big ideas about feminism, identity, and classic movie monsters, the film certainly swings for the fences.

But does it actually work?

We discuss the movie’s wild tonal shifts, confusing narrative, memorable performances from Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale, and why audiences seem so divided on the film.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Full Thumb War episode out now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Oscars are almost here, which means it’s time to make our predictions.

JD and Rachel are joined by resident film expert DanDan The Pieman to break down the biggest categories at the 98th Academy Awards. We debate who should win, who will win, and which nominees might pull off an upset.

Along the way we talk about the strangest Oscar nominees, the brutal emotional gauntlet of the short film categories, and the movies that might dominate this year’s ceremony.

If you’re filling out an Oscar ballot or office pool, this episode might help you make a few smart picks.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send Help is Sam Raimi in full “fun mode” — gross, funny, mean, and extremely satisfying.

On Thumb War, we break down Raimi’s return to crowd-pleasing horror, Rachel McAdams’ anti-hero arc, Survivor energy, island mind games, and why this movie works so well.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Support the show on Patreon for ad-free episodes & bonus content : http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week’s Patreon-only Thumb War is very a late February check-in — no formal review, just conversation.

We talk about:

Loose and thoughtful— a classic Patreon hang.

Full Patreon chaos on Thumb War.

Like, subscribe, and let us know what you think.

Ad-free episodes + bonus content on Patreon: http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Starfleet Academy Episode 7 | Back to Being Boring

After a brief uptick last week, Starfleet Academy Episode 7 drops right back into its worst instincts.

On this episode of Thumb War, we unpack why the show’s teen-drama focus, disconnected plots, and deeply questionable character choices make this one of the most frustrating episodes of the season — and why we’re seriously debating whether to keep watching at all.

When nothing happens, and nothing makes sense, it’s hard to stay invested.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Full Thumb War episode out now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Season 1 finale of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms proves that you don’t need dragons or explosions to deliver a powerful ending.

On this episode of Thumb War, we unpack the emotional aftermath of the Trial of Seven, Dunk’s unwavering principles, Egg’s painful growth, and why this quiet, character-driven finale feels like classic Game of Thrones at its best.

A beautiful ending — and a thrilling beginning.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 6 of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is the best episode of the season so far — which only highlights how badly the show was set up in the first place.

On this episode of Thumb War, we dig into why this finally feels like Star Trek, why it immediately falls apart under scrutiny, and how nostalgia, logic gaps, and baffling character choices keep undermining the series.

It’s better.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Full Thumb War episode out now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die is a sci-fi comedy that feels silly, stressful, and uncomfortably relevant all at once.

On this episode of Thumb War, we dig into Gore Verbinski’s return, Sam Rockwell’s charisma, Juno Temple’s emotional core, and why this movie’s AI-driven “happy ending” might be the scariest part of all.

It’s not subtle — but it is effective.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Full Thumb War episode out now.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’re saying it out loud — and early: Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie is the best movie we’re going to see this year.

On this episode of Thumb War, we break down the film’s impossible ambition, guerrilla filmmaking genius, time-travel chaos, and why this deeply specific Canadian comedy somehow feels universal. It’s hilarious, heartfelt, and a reminder of what theatrical comedies can still be.

If it’s playing near you, go see it with a crowd. Immediately.

Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify

Like & Subscribe

Leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying Thumb War

Email us: [email protected]

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.