Welcome to another episode of We Reel Reels! Grab your popcorn and pull up a seat as your favorite animal kingdom critics—Panda Brandon, Koala Sam, Grizzly Zay, and Goat Spencer—dive into a packed show full of nostalgia and future hype.

In this episode, we’re heading to Rancho Cucamonga to review the 2000 stoner-comedy classic, Next Friday. We’re breaking down everything from Uncle Elroy’s lottery-winning lifestyle to Day-Day’s record store drama and, of course, the return of the neighborhood menace, Deebo.

But first, we’re looking back at a massive year in cinema. The crew sits down to recap our absolute favorite moments from 2025. From the high-flying action of Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another and the intense vibes of Ryan Coogler’s Sinners to the blocky world of A Minecraft Movie, we’re discussing what lived up to the hype and what stole our hearts.

Episode Timestamps:

• 04:19 – What You Been Doing & What You Going To Do: The crew catches up on their latest watches and shares what’s currently on their radar.

• 23:07 – 2025 Recap: We dive deep into our favorite things from 2025. It was a huge year for movies—find out which ones made our top lists!

• 42:52 – Movie Review: Next Friday: Craig is moving out of South Central to escape Deebo, but the suburbs come with their own set of problems. We review the laughs, the characters, and the legacy of this sequel.

• 01:50:01 – The Fax Segment: We’re dropping some knowledge! Tune in for fast facts and trivia you might have missed—like why Chris Tucker didn't return for the sequel and how it became the first film produced by Cube Vision.

• 02:04:43 – Final Thoughts: We wrap up our review with our final scores and whether Next Friday holds up in 2026.

• 02:08:54 – Movie 20 Questions: Closing out the show with our signature game—can the crew guess the mystery movie before the clock runs out?

This week on We Reel Reels, we’re heading to the crime-ridden streets of Old Detroit to review the 1987 sci-fi masterpiece, RoboCop. It’s a movie filled with cyborgs, satire, and enough practical effects to make your head spin.

The gang is all here, and things get weird fast. Koala lets us know a very specific moral code regarding why she refuses to look at a "Johnson" before making an arrest. Grizzly nerds out over the ballistic beauty of the Auto 9 and the Cobra Assault Cannon, while Panda takes a dark turn into the world of corporate greed and systemic corruption. Plus, the legend returns—we are officially joined once again by The Goat!

• 0:04:54 – What you been doin, what you gonna do? (The Catch-up)

• 0:26:09 – Grizzly’s Anime and Arms: Specs on the Cobra Assault Cannon & Auto 9

• 0:29:35 – Panda Tales: Corporations, Corruption, and OCP

• 0:36:39 – Movie Review: RoboCop (1987)

• 2:00:50 – Movie Facts: Trivia you didn’t know you needed

• 2:18:20 – Final Thoughts: Was it a masterpiece or just metal?

• 2:23:30 – Movie 20 Questions: Can the crew guess the mystery flick?

The crew is back for a holiday episode like no other! This week, we’re breaking down the neighborhood chaos of Friday After Next, but the real-life stories from the hosts might actually be crazier than the movie.

Inside this episode:

• Grizzly gives us a peek into the trucker life. While he loves the beauty of the open road and everything the country has to offer, he’s seen things you can't unsee—specifically, the "wildlife" consisting of naked people wandering the interstate.

• Panda gets into the criminal spirit with some shocking real-life "Panda Tales." He dives into stories of people who took the "Bad Santa" trope too far, dressing up as holiday figures to commit actual crimes.

• Koala keeps it a buck and sets the record straight regarding her identity, reminding everyone that she is definitely not a Black in California.

Grab your Brothers’s BBQ and settle in for a breakdown of Craig and Day-Day’s security guard adventures, some bizarre truth-is-stranger-than-fiction stories, and our classic movie 20 Questions.

• 03:43 – What you been doing? What you going to do?

• 20:28 – Grizzlies: Anime and Arms

• 28:21 – Panda Tales

• 32:56 – Movie Review: Friday After Next

• 01:42:07 – Movie Facts: Did You Know?

• 01:52:14 – Final Thoughts & Ratings

• 01:55:39 – Movie 20 Questions

We Reel Reels: Over the Hedge & Teamwork in the Wild 🐨🐼🐻

The Reels crew is back and ready to raid the suburbs! This week, we're diving into the 2006 animated classic, Over the Hedge (2006).

• Koala picks apart the film's animation and story, dissecting what makes this Dreamworks movie a memorable caper.

• Panda takes a deeper look at the theme of animal cooperation, explaining fascinating real-life examples of animals teaming up, including different symbiotic relationships like mutualism (where both benefit) and parasitism (where one benefits at the other's expense).

• Meanwhile, Grizzly steps away from the picket fences to share an intriguing look at a darker side of life with the anime "No Longer Allowed in This World."

Tune in for laughs, thoughtful film critique, and some unexpected lessons from the animal kingdom!

Episode Segments and Timestamps:

• 03:11 - What You Been Doing? What You Going to Do

• 22:31 - Grizzly's Anime and Arms

• 25:17 - Panda Tails

• 29:20 - Movie Review: Over the Hedge

• 1:20:17 - The Facts segment

• 1:31:49 - Final Thoughts segments

• 1:35:40 - Movie 20 Questions

Hold on to your headphones, because this week, Koala is feeling feisty and ready to stage a hostile takeover of the show! Will Grizzly and Panda survive the coup? Probably! Grizzly, meanwhile, keeps things grounded with an in-depth look at the impressive Staccato HD P4—a precision machine you need to know about. Then, prepare to have your mind bent as Panda dives into the truly fascinating (and potentially terrifying) topic of real-life astral projection. Finally, we bridge the gap between fiction and reality with our review of the modern horror classic, Insidious—a film where body-swapping and "The Further" are the ultimate nightmare fuel. Tune in for the chaos and the cosmic!Time Stamps:

What you been doing?= 0:05:57

Grizzly Anime and Arms= 0:15:56

Panda Tales= 0:18:59

Movie Review= 0:23:27

Facts= 1:17:36

Final Thoughts= 1:26:42

Movie 20 Questions= 1:30:47

Are leprechauns real? Can Koala give a perfect review? And what have we all been doing lately? Get ready for a fun new episode of We Reel Reels! This week, we'll give you a glimpse into our lives before Koala shows off a completely new side, delivering what she calls "excellent reviews." Then, Panda shares a story that's almost too wild to be true: a real-life leprechaun sighting. To tie it all together, we're giving our full review of the iconic 90s horror movie, Leprechaun. And to cap it all off, we're officially joined by our newest animal family member, the Goat Spencer! It's an episode filled with surprises, spooky stories, and a whole lot of laughs.

What you been doing? = 0:03:41

Panda tales= 0:16:40

Movie review= 0:22:33

Facts= 1:37:57

Movie 20 questions= 1:52:15

It's time to reel in another great episode! This week, the We Reel Reels crew is covering all the bases. Grizzly is taking us on a nostalgic deep dive into the foam-filled history of the very first Nerf gun. You'll hear about how it all started and why it became an instant classic. And what would an episode be without Koala? She's back to her usual tricks, hilariously fumbling over her words and reminding us all that we don't have to be perfect to be entertaining.

Adding a little heart to the show, Panda has collected some truly unbelievable stories of pets who’ve made incredible, epic journeys back to their homes and families. Get ready for a few "I can't believe that's a true story!" moments. And to cap it all off, we're excited to introduce the newest member of the Reel Reels family, our very special guest, Goat Spencer! Join us for a lively mix of classic memories, heartwarming surprises, and new friendships.

What you doing what you gonna do? = 00:04:03

Grizzly's Anime & Arms = 00:14:24

Panda Tales= 00:19:07

Movie Review= 00:24:11

Facts= 1:38:44

Final Thoughts= 1:49:00

Movie 20 questions= 1:55:41

Get ready for a wild ride as the We Reel Reels crew dives headfirst into the action-packed, bullet-bending world of 2008's Wanted! This week, Grizzly takes us on an unexpected detour into the realm of Chinese anime with a look at "To Be Hero X," while Panda chills us to the bone with tales of real-life secret assassins. And guess who's back in the house? Our beloved old friend, Andean E, a.k.a. Mr. Must Be Nice, joins the chaos! Meanwhile, Koala grapples with the surprisingly complex (and often disturbing) ethics of killing for profit. Can a curved bullet really solve all your problems? Tune in to find out!

What you been doing, what you gonna do? = 0:02:43

Grizzly anime and arms= 0:28:35

Panda Tales= 0:32:00

Movie review = :0:36:58

Facts=2:02:33

Final Thoughts= 2:17:59

Movie 20 questions=2:22:44

This week on "We Reel Reels," our bear crew takes on some wild and unexpected movie topics! Grizzly goes deep into the infamous Tec-9, exploring its portrayal and impact in cinema. Then, Panda drops some serious knowledge bombs, revealing the surprising true story that inspired the classic dance flick Breakin'. And as for Koala? Well, let's just say the 80s are still a bit of a mystery, leading to some hilariously confused takes. Get ready for a unique blend of film analysis, surprising facts, and outright bewilderment!What you been doin what you gonna do? = 00:01:58

Grizzlys anime and arms= 00:14:25

Panda Tales= 00:17:14

Movie Review= 00:22:48

Facts= 01:15:04

Final thoughts= 01:24:31

Movie 20 questions= 01:29:56

We Reel Reels - A Hilarious Look at The Addams Family (1991)!

Welcome back to "We Reel Reels," the podcast where three bears tackle the silver screen!

In this wild and wonderful episode, your host Panda guides Koala (armed with her power of hindsight, and a few verbal stumbles!) and Grizzly through a review of the iconic 1991 film, The Addams Family.

Prepare for plenty of laughs as Koala tries to articulate her thoughts, and Grizzly takes us on an unexpected journey into the anime world with a segment dedicated to Frieren: Beyond Journeys End.

Plus, you won't want to miss our fan-favorite segments, including: 

* What You Been Doing, What You Gonna Do (0:01:48) 

* Grizzly's Anime and Arms (0:18:44)

 * Panda Tales (0:21:19) 

* The Main Movie Review (0:24:53) 

* Facts (1:46:22)

 * Final Thoughts (1:57:24)

 * And the always-fun Movie 20 Questions (2:02:35)!

Tune in for a reel-y entertaining discussion that's anything but ordinary