Matinee Heroes (Craig Price - Elisabeth Rappe - Alan Cerny)

GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS When ancient god-sized monsters rise again, the crypto-zoological agency Monarch faces off against Godzilla, Mothra, Rodan, and King Ghidorah as they all vie for supremacy. Craig, Alan and guest Derek McCaw (@fanboyplanet on twitter) discuss Kaiju stomping, Fanboy Planet, when a moth loves a lizard and the movie “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week’s episode of  Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is live this Tuesday at 9pm EST 6pm PST as past guest Randy Yarbrough goes head to head against Travis Tate to see who can recast the podcast most downloaded episode Smokey and the Bandit.  You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the YouTube feed.  See you Tuesdays. 10-4 good buddies!! Show Notes 0:51 Craig, Alan talk to Derek McCaw about his site Fanboy Planet and his podcast. 13:07 Craig, Alan and Derek McCaw discuss the movie "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" 38:50 Recasting 1:00:22 Double Feature 1:08:28 Final Thoughts 1:11:53 A preview of next week's episode "Point Break" Craig, Alan and Annie Bullock revisit the 90's with the surfer-crime classic "Point Break"

POINT BREAK Johnny Utah is a young FBI agent going undercover to unmask a band of thrill-seeking surfers who rob banks to fund their addiction to pulling off the most daring score, surviving the greatest danger . . . and riding the biggest wave. Alan and Craig are joined by Annie Bulloch (@texasannie on twitter) to discuss meatball sandwiches, bromances, D&D online and the movie “Point Break on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week’s episode of  Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is live this Tuesday at 9pm EST 6pm PST as past guest Tracy Mangum  goes head to head against Tyler Russel to see who can recast a true classic: the original Ghostbusters .  You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the YouTube feed.  You gonna call? Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF of course! Show Notes 0:52 Craig, Alan talk to Annie Bulloch about playing online D&D thanks to Covid-19 13:38 Craig, Alan and Annie discuss the movie "Point Break" 44:06 Recasting 1:07:02 Double Feature 1:15:15 Final Thoughts 1:21:21 A preview of next week's episode "The Grey" Craig, Alan and Brendan Agnew don't think 2020 is bleak enough so they watch "The Grey"

THE GREY After their plane crashes into the remote Alaskan wilderness, a roughneck group of oil drillers are forced to find a way back to civilization. As the camp hunter leads the injured survivors through the brutal snow and ice, they are relentlessly tracked by a vicious pack of rogue wolves that will do anything to defend their territory. Alan, Craig and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) discuss grieving, toxic masculinity, the misrepresentation of wolves and the movie “The Grey” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. This week’s episode of  Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is the season finale! Watch this Tuesday at 9pm EST 6pm PST as past guests Patrick Beatty goes head to head against our resident Disneyophile Cary Gordon to see who can recast the sci-fi horror classic Alien.  You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the YouTube feed.  See you Tuesday! Show Notes 0:49 Craig, Alan talk to Brendan Agnew as he introduces The Last Airbender TV show to his 3-year old daughter. 11:56 Craig, Alan and Brendan discuss the movie "The Grey" 37:58 Recasting 56:05 Double Feature 1:04:04 Final Thoughts 1:11:31 A preview of next week's episode "Say Anything" Craig, Alan and Rob Ervin take on a Patreon selection "Say Anything"

SAY ANYTHING A noble underachiever and a beautiful valedictorian fall in love the summer before she goes off to college. But her overly possessive, divorced father doesn't approve and it will take more than the power of love to conquer all. Alan and Craig are joined by Rob Ervin (@yesTHATRobErvin on twitter) to discuss early Grunge music history, Patreon supporters, odd couple romances and the movie “Say anything” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week’s episode of  Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! is the Playoff Preview and Selection Show! Watch this Tuesday at 9pm EST 6pm PST as all past winners return to see who they'll go toe-to-toe with in this single elimination tournament starting July 7th.  You can watch at twitch.tv/matineeheroes or go to matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the YouTube feed.  See you Tuesday! Show Notes 0:45 Craig, Alan talk to Rob Ervin about role playing games, Alien and Bryan Hunt - the patreon supporter who selected this episode. 9:36 Craig, Alan and Rob discuss the movie "Say Anything" 48:35 Recasting 1:05:56 Double Feature 1:09:16 Final Thoughts 1:13:16 A preview of next week's episode "Spartacus" Craig and guest co-host Richard Jensen take on a rebellion with "Spartacus"

SPARTACUS Born and raised a slave, Spartacus is sold into Gladiator training. After weeks of being trained to kill for the arena, Spartacus turns on his owners and leads the other slaves in rebellion. Under the leadership of Spartacus, they make their way to southern Italy, where they will cross the sea and return to their homes. Craig is joined by guest co-host Richard Jensen (@theragingcelt on twitter)  as they talk about rising up against oppressors, dealing with corrupt governments, tyranny…oh and we also discuss Spartacus…on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:49 Craig and Richard discuss the movie "Spartacus" 40:37 Recasting 53:07 Double Feature 54:40 Final Thoughts 56:54 A preview of next week's episode "The Prestige" Craig, Alan and guest Jake Dietz start Noly - A month of Christopher Nolan films with "The Prestige"

THE PRESTIGE Two young, passionate magicians, are friends and partners until one fateful night when their biggest trick goes terribly wrong. Now the bitterest of enemies, they will stop at nothing to learn each other's secrets. As their rivalry escalates into a total obsession full of deceit and sabotage, they risk everything to become the greatest magician of all time. Alan and Craig, as well as guest Jake Dietz from Movies that Make Us (@moviesmakeus on twitter) kick of No-ly, a full month of Christopher Nolan movies as they discuss duality, sacrifice, Craig’s arch-nemesis Hugh Jackman and the movie “The Prestige” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week’s episode of  Matinee Heroes presents Castoff! kicks off the playoffs! Watch this Tuesday July 7th  at 9 pm EST/6 pm PST Rob Ervin and Patrick Beatty in Game 1 as they recast the number 1 movie in America Jurassic Park!  See who will win this 8-person single elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. You can also go to https://challonge.com/matineeheroes and predict who you think will win it all. Predictions close at Tuesday at 8pm EST/5pm PST Show Notes 1:09 Craig, Alan talk to Jake Dietz from Movies that Make Us about their recent interview with professional stuntman Chris Romrell. 10:59 Craig, Alan and Jake discuss the movie "The Prestige" 34:42 Recasting 1:07:50 Double Feature 1:12:54 Final Thoughts 1:24:41 A preview of next week's episode "The Dark Knight Rises" Craig and Brendan Agnew take back the podcast with the "Dark Knight Rises"

THE DARK KNIGHT RISES It has been eight years since Batman vanished into the night, sacrificing everything for what he hoped would be the greater good. However, the arrival of a cunning cat burglar and a merciless terrorist named Bane forces Batman out of exile and into a battle he may not be able to win. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@blcagnew on Twitter) discuss class warfare, face plants, bad Bane impressions and the movie “The Dark Knight Rises" on this week's Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! The playoffs have begun. Last week, Patrick Beatty squeaked by Rob Ervin with an overtime victory in Game 1. This Tuesday, July 14th at 9pmEST/6pmPST Valerie Cameron and Steve Kondrick face off in Game 2 to see who will face Patrick in the semi-finals. The movie they’ll recast: Independence Day! See who will win this 8 person single elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:00 Craig and Brendan talk about Brendan's misfortunes with gravity 6:30 Craig and Brendan discuss the movie "The Dark Knight Rises" 35:42 Recasting 1:05:52 Double Feature 1:07:37 Final Thoughts 1:03:28 A preview of next week's episode "Dunkirk" Craig guest co-host Randy Yarbrough get a history lesson with the movie "Dunkirk"

DUNKIRK Hundreds of thousands of British and Allied troops are surrounded by enemy forces. Trapped on the beach with their backs to the sea they face an impossible situation as the enemy closes in. Craig and guest co-host Randy (@Cult45podcast on twitter) discuss overwhelming odds, experiencing a movie, having white friends as stupid questions and the movie Dunkirk on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! The playoffs continue!! Last week, Valerie Cameron squeaked by Steve Kondrick with an overtime victory in Game 2. This Tuesday July 21st  at 9pmET 6pmPT Randy  and Luke Hunsaker face off in Game 3 to recast The Princess Bride. See who will win this 8 person single elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:57 Craig and Randy talk about many of the things happening in the news and how he tries not to yell when his white friends ask him ignorant questions. 11:23 Craig and Randy discuss the movie "Dunkirk" 28:37 Recasting 40:47 Double Feature 42:18 Final Thoughts 47:10 A preview of next week's episode "Inception" Next week, Alan returns to wrap up No-ly with Craig and guest James Owen as they discuss "Inception"

INCEPTION Dom Cobb is the best there is at extraction - stealing valuable secrets inside the subconscious during the mind's vulnerable dream state. His skill has made him a fugitive and cost him dearly but Now he may get a second chance if he can do the impossible inception: planting an idea rather than stealing one. But no planning or expertise can prepare him for a dangerous enemy that seems to predict his every move. Alan and Craig along with guest author James Owen (@CaveoPrincipia on twitter) discuss what is real and what is a dream, James’ the Chronicles of the Imaginarium Geographica books, metaphors of film making and the movie “Inception” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! The first round of playoff continues!! Last week, Randy eliminated Luke Hunsaker in Game 3 of the CastOFF Championship playoffs. This Tuesday July 28th at 9 ET / 6 PT Tracy Mangum and Bryan Guanajunto face off in final game of Round One to see who will face Randy in the Semi-Finals. The movie they’ll recast: Mission impossible: Fallout! See who will win this 8 person single elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:07 Craig, Alan and guest James A. Owen discuss his series of books called the Chronicles of the Imaginarium Geographica. Head over to JamesAOwen.com and buy them NOW! 13:09 Craig, Alan and James discuss the movie "Inception" 40:26 Recasting 1:02:14 Double Feature 1:09:56 Final Thoughts 1:17:16 A preview of next week's episode "Snowpiercer" Next week, Craig and guest co-host discuss class warfare in the sci-fi thriller "Snowpiercer"

SNOWPIERCER A post-apocalyptic ice age forces humanity's last survivors aboard a globe-spanning super train. One man (Chris Evans) will risk everything to lead a revolt for control of the engine and the future of the world. Craig and guest co-host Dallas Robinson (@wedostuffpod on twitter) discuss class warfare, uprisings, D&D podcasts, and the movie “Snowpiercer” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! The CastOFF playoffs move into the semi-finals. Last week, Tracy Mangum eliminated Bryan Guanajuato in Game 4 of the CastOFF Championship playoffs to secure his position into the next round. This Tuesday August 4th at 9pmET / 6pmPT Patrick Beatty goes head-to-head with Valerie Cameron in the semis to see who can recast The Muppet Movie! See who will win this 8 person single elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:56 Craig and guest co-host Dallas Robinson of the We Do Stuff Podcast talk about quarantine and starting a D&D game podcast with Craig called The Dungeon Files. 15:50 Craig and Dallas discuss the movie "Inception" 36:46 Recasting 58:28 Double Feature 1:02:50 Final Thoughts 1:05:49 A preview of next week's episode "Angles with Dirty Faces" Next week, Craig and Alan celebrate Alan's birthday with one of his favorite movies "Angles with Dirty Faces"

ANGELS WITH DIRTY FACES Boyhood friends Rocky Sullivan and Jerry Connolly take radically different paths as adults. Rocky becomes a criminal, while Jerry serves as a neighborhood priest desperately trying to influence young boys to take the “straight-and-narrow” path in life. When Rocky becomes an idol to some of the boys, it puts him in conflict with his old friend. Alan and Craig discuss friendships, Korean DVDs, ambiguous endings and “Angels with Dirty Faces” on Alan’s Birthday Edition of Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Game 1 of the CastOFF! Championship Semi-Finals is in the books! Last week, Patrick Beatty eliminated Valerie Cameron as the student became the master in Game 1 to secure his position into the Championship final This Tuesday August 11th at 9pmEst 6pmPST Randy goes head-to-head with Tracy Mangum see who can recast South Park Bigger Longer Uncut! See who will win this 8 person single elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:04 Craig and Alan discuss the movie "Angels with Dirty Faces" 39:17 Recasting 51:22 Double Feature 58:40 Final Thoughts 1:04:05 A preview of next week's episode "Escape from New Yotk" Next week, Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew take on a dystopian fascist future in "Escape from New York"

ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam. When the US president crash-lands inside, only one man can bring him back: notorious outlaw and former Special Forces war hero Snake Plissken But time is short. In 24 hours, an explosive device implanted in his neck will end Snake's mission (and his life) unless he succeeds! Craig is joined by guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) as they discuss dystopian futures, Brendan’s COVID scare, why save the president and the movie “Escape from New York” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! The season finale of CastOFF is set! Watch on a special night, August 23rd at 6PM PST as Randy from the Cult 45 Podcast takes on Patrick Beatty from Gaggle of Geeks to finally put the question to rest: Who is the best caster on the internet?  Find out what they’ll be recasting and more on a special preview show this Tuesday the 18th at 6PM PST. And then the finale Sunday, August 23rd. See who will win this 8 person single elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:13 Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew http://normannerd.blogspot.com/ discuss his COVID scare and teaching in the time of corona. PS - He and his family tested negative, thankfully. 7:41 Craig and Brendan discuss "Escape from New York" 32:28 Recasting 47:41 Double Feature 50:00 Final Thoughts 52:43 A preview of next week's episode "The Hunt for Red October" Next week, Craig and Alan celebrate Craig's birthday with one of his favorite movies "The Hunt for Red October"

THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER Somewhere under the freezing Atlantic, a Soviet sub commander has just made a fateful decision. The Red October is heading west. The Americans want her. The Russians want her back. The chase for the highly advanced nuclear submarine is on--and there's only one man who can find her: Jack Ryan! Alan and Craig discuss intelligent heroes, how to identify a Russian cook, the star power of Sean Connery and the movie “The Hunt for Red October” on Craig's birthday edition of Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! This is it! The championship game of season 1’s CastOFF! is this Sunday, August 23rd as Patrick from Gaggle of Geeks and Randy from the Cult 45 Podcast battle it out in this winner take all finale!! The movie they’ll recast: The modern classic Pulp Fiction It’s been 6 nail-biting weeks but we’ll finally name the best caster on the internet. Head over to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video now you don’t miss any of the action August 23rd at 6pm PT 9pm ET. Show Notes 1:07 Craig and Alan discuss upcoming appearances on Geeks Without God and The Dungeon Files Podcast 8:13 Craig and Alan discuss "The Hunt for Red October" 31:11 Recasting 57:43 Double Feature 1:02:00 Final Thoughts 1:08:37 A preview of next week's episode "Unforgiven" Next week, Craig, Alan and guest Rob Ervin go old school cowboy with "Unforgiven"

UNFORGIVEN When a prostitute is disfigured by a pair of cowboys in Big Whiskey, Wyoming, her fellow brothel workers post a reward for their murder, much to the displeasure of sheriff Little Bill Daggett whose brand of law enforcement ranges from unconventional to ruthless. Former Outlaws Will Munny and Ned Logan pick up their guns one last time to collect the bounty clashing with other gunslingers and the sheriff. Craig, Alan and Guest Rob Ervin (@yesthatrobervin on twitter) discuss the western history of Clint Eastwood, movies without a hero, the possibility of going back to the theaters and the film “Unforgiven” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:10 Craig and Alan along with Rob Ervin from the Clubhouse podcast on VokalNow.Com discuss going back to movie theaters. 12:43 Craig, Alan and Rob discuss "Unforgiven" 33:38 Recasting 1:15:18 Double Feature 1:20:11 Final Thoughts 1:24:07 A preview of next week's episode "Looper" Next week starts our annual Patreon Membership Drive highlighting some great episodes you can only get on our Patreon page, starting with "Looper"

LOOPER Patreon Membership month kick's off with a patreon episode from September 2019. Alan and Craig return from their travels to discuss Fantastic Fest, Time Travel, Rian Johnson and the movie "Looper" on this month's Matinee Heroes! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 1:13 Discussion of "Looper" 35:48 Recasting 45:15 Double Feature 49:56 Final Thoughts Next week's we continue our Patreon Membership Drive with "Face/OFF"

FACE/OFF Patreon Membership month continues with a patreon episode from October 2019 - Matinee Villains month! Alan and Craig are here for Halloween! The Trick = Getting Nick Cage and John Travolta to switch faces. The Treat = Bat $h*t John Woo action and this month's exclusive Patreon movie Face/Off! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 1:03 Discussion of "Face/OFF" 27:04 Recasting 41:00 Double Feature 44:01 Final Thoughts Next week we continue our Patreon Membership Drive with "Gremlins"

GREMLINS Patreon Membership month continues with a patreon episode from December 2019! Merry Christmas! For your holiday treat we went old school horror comedy. Alan and Craig discuss not always enjoying Christmas, a proposed Gremlins prequel and the movie "Gremlins".  Enjoy the holidays! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 1:17 Discussion of "Gremlins" 23:14 Recasting 39:54 Double Feature 43:54 Final Thoughts Next week we wrap up our Patreon Membership Drive with "Jack Reacher"

JACK REACHER Patreon Membership month concludes with a patreon episode from May 2020! Craig and Alan (he's back!) discuss books vs movies, smart big guys, Tom Cruise's work ethic and the movie "Jack Reacher" on this month's exclusive episode of Matinee Heroes! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 1:17 Discussion of "Jack Reacher" 24:00 Recasting 39:37 Double Feature 42:37 Final Thoughts Next week we kick-off our traditional October theme Matinee Villains with the goopy and gross yet undeniable classic "The Fly"

THE FLY An overly ambitious scientist accidentally merges with a housefly while conducting a bizarre teleporting experiment. Now his journalist girlfriend suddenly finds herself caring for a hideous creature whose insect half gradually begins to take over. Alan and Craig are joined by Derek McCaw (@fanboyplanet on twitter) to discuss body horror, loved ones with illnesses, maggot babies and the movie The Fly on this week’s Matinee Villains!! Show Notes 0:43 Craig and Alan along with Derek McCaw from FanboyPlanet.com discuss what scares Derek when it comes to movies. 9:04 Craig, Alan and Derek discuss "The Fly" 33:19 Recasting 59:34 Double Feature 1:06:29 Final Thoughts 1:11:35 A preview of next week's episode "Basic Instinct" Next week. Brendan Agnew joins Craig to talk sex crazed killers when they watch "Basic Instinct" https://youtu.be/4f96x3UpoaQ

BASIC INSTINCT When tough but vulnerable detective Nick Curran meets a cold, calculating novelist with insatiable sexual urges, he is caught in a deadly web of betrayal, lies, and murder--quickly descending into San Francisco's dark and dangerous underworld where suspicions mount, bodies fall, and only basic instincts keep you alive. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (BLCAgnew on twitter) discuss erotic thrillers, sex as a weapon, 90s systematic homophobia and the movie “Basic Instinct” on this week’s Matinee Villains!! Show Notes 0:54 Craig and Brendan discuss what scares Brendan when it comes to movies. You can read Brendan's blog at normannerd.blogspot.com  8:04 Craig, Brendan discuss "Basic Instinct" 24:56 Recasting 46:12 Double Feature 48:59 Final Thoughts 50:12 A preview of next week's episode "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" Next week, Jake Dietz joins Craig as they do the podcast's first Harry Potter movie by starting in the middle with "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix"

HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX Cornelius Fudge, the Minister of Magic, appoints his toady, Dolores Umbridge, as Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, for he fears that professor Dumbledore will take his job. When few believe that Lord Voldemort has returned, Harry must secretly train his friends for the wizarding war ahead. Craig and Guest co-host Jake Dietz (@MoviesMakeUs on twitter) discuss whiney teenage boys, scary sleepovers, sycophants and the movie Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix on this week’s Matinee Villains!!! Show Notes 0:58 Craig and Jake Dietz from Movies that Make Us discuss Jake being afraid of everything, especially The Exorcist! 11:40 Craig and Jake discuss "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" 34:45 Recasting 55:41 Double Feature 59:41 Final Thoughts 1:01:39 A preview of next week's episode "Wall Street" Next week, Valerie Cameron joins Craig and Alan as they get unusually political over a movie about money and the villainous Gordon Gekko in "Wall Street"

WALL STREET An ambitious young broker is lured into the illegal, lucrative world of corporate espionage when he is seduced by the power, status and financial wizardry of Wall Street legend Gordon Gekko. But he soon discovers that the pursuit of overnight riches comes at a price too high to pay. Craig, Alan and guest Valerie Cameron (@MultiplanePC on twitter) discuss urinating with Oliver Stone, overly political opinions on capitalism, levitating pop-icons and the movie "Wall Street" on this week’s... Matinee Villains! Show Notes 1:00 Craig, Alan and Valerie discuss being afraid of Thriller and even a Michael Jackson concert! 13:13 Craig, Alan and Valerie discuss "Wall Street" 49:32 Recasting 1:11:33 Double Feature 1:16:20 Final Thoughts 1:23:26 A preview of next week's episode "A Nightmare on Elm Street" Next week, Randy  joins Craig and Alan as they wrap up Matinee Villains month with an all timer Freddy Krueger in "A Nightmare on Elm Street"

A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET A pedophile who was murdered by a lynch mob returns years later to exact revenge in the terrifying nightmares of his killers teenage children. Craig and Alan are joined by Castoff Season 1 champion Randy of the Cult45 podcast (@Cult45Podcast on twitter) to discuss nightmares, possessed dolls, Craig’s misunderstandings of Horror and the movie “Nightmare on Elm Street” on this week’s Matinee Villains!! This episode is brought to you be the second season of CastOFF! which starts this Tuesday Nov 3rd  at 9pmEst 6pmPST. Derek McCaw takes on returning Champion Randy Redacted as they kick off this 16 game playoff! This election day vote for the show that brings you a president we all can agree on as we recast Harrison Ford’s AIR FORCE ONE! See who will win this two league, 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. You can also go to challonge.com/CastOffSeason2 and predict who you think will win it all. Predictions close at Tuesday at 8PM EST/5pm PST Show Notes 0:56 Craig, Alan talk to Randy from the Cult 45 Podcast about his fear of Chucky! 9:00 Craig, Alan and Randy discuss the movie "A Nightmare on Elm Street" 36:24 Recasting 1:04:12 Double Feature 1:09:33 Final Thoughts 1:21:40 A preview of next week's 200th episode "Citizen Kane" Craig, Alan and special guest Zaki Hasan talk about one of the most prestigious movies of all time for the 200th episode "Citizen Kane"  

CITIZEN KANE When a reporter is assigned to decipher newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane's dying words, his investigation gradually reveals the fascinating portrait of a complex man who rose from obscurity to staggering heights. Alan and Craig discuss how little politics has changed, the political power of capitalism, a recap of the last 100 episode and the movie “Citizen Cane" on this 200th Episode of Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Reigning champion Randy Redacted defeated Derek McCaw in Game 1 of the CastOFF! playoffs to secure his position into the next round. This Tuesday, November 10th at 9pmEst 6pmPST the Newbie League has their first game as Richard Jensen and Joey Jones recast The Suicide Squad. See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:54 Craig and Alan walk down memory lane recapping the past 100 episodes. 15:16 Craig and Alan discuss "Citizen Kane" 41:45 Recasting 59:18 Double Feature 1:03:47 Final Thoughts 1:08:51 A preview of next week's episode "42" Next week, Craig and guests Brendan Agnew & Brandon Ushio honor Chadwick Boseman's death with "42"

42 In 1946, Branch Rickey, legendary general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, defies major league baseball's notorious color barrier by signing Jackie Robinson to the team. The heroic act puts both Rickey and Robinson in the firing line of the public, the press and other players. Facing open racism from all sides, Robinson demonstrates true courage and admirable restraint by not reacting in kind and lets his undeniable talent silence the critics for him. Craig is joined by guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) and guest Brandon Ushio (@fandomcast also on twitter) as they discuss racism, character actor Harrison Ford, schools during the pandemic and the movie “42” on this week’s Matinee Heroes This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Richard Jensen redeemed himself by defeating Joey Jones in Game 2 of the CastOFF playoffs to secure his position into the next round. This Tuesday November 17th at 9pmEst 6pmPST playoff veterans Tracy Mangum and Steve Kondrick recast a movie that’s music to everyone’s ears – Pitch Perfect. See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:00 Craig, Brendan and guest Brandon Ushio discuss when The Fandom Podcast will return. SPOILER: Very Soon!! 13:18 Craig, Brendan and Brandon discuss "42" 32:14 Recasting 1:06:30 Double Feature 1:11:20 Final Thoughts 1:17:40 A preview of next week's episode "Young Sherlock Holmes" Next week, Craig, Alan and James Owen look back at an unsung 80's classic "Young Sherlock Holmes"

YOUNG SHERLOCK HOLMES When a plague of bizarre, puzzling murders grip London, young Holmes and his newfound friend Watson find themselves unwittingly entangled in the dark mystery. So ”the game is afoot!” And the budding detective is off on an adventure to solve the most amazing case of his most extraordinary career! Alan and Craig are joined by author James Owen (@CaveoPrincipia on twitter) as they discuss young high school teachers, a Hugh Jackman meltdown, James’ new book Dragon Knight and the movie “Young Sherlock Holmes” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Castoff veterans and rivals Tracy Mangum and Steve Kondrick faced off in Game 3 of the CastOFF playoffs. It was a one sided slaughter as Tracy secured his position into the next round where he will face off against his last season’s semifinal foe, Randy Redacted. This Tuesday November 17th at 9pmEst 6pmPST the Newbie League’s Chaz Evans and Jenn Rohm enter the video stream to recast The Watchman movie. See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:47 Craig and Alan talk to guest James Owen about his latest book "Dragon Knight" available at Amazon Kindle right now!! 8:07 Craig, Alan and James discuss "Young Sherlock Holmes" 35:53 Recasting 58:30 Double Feature 1:07:40 Final Thoughts 1:15:48 A preview of next week's episode "The Manchurian Candidate" Next week, Craig and Devin Pike discuss "The Manchurian Candidate"

THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE Near the end of the Korean War, a platoon of U.S. soldiers is captured by communists and brainwashed. Following the war, the platoon is returned home, and Sergeant Raymond Shaw lauded as a hero. However, the Shaw’s commander, Captain Bennett Marco finds himself plagued by strange nightmares and, together with a fellow soldier, races to uncover a terrible plot. Craig and guest Co-host Devin Pike (@justdevin on twitter) discuss paranoia, sleeper cells, the Who Needs Sleep telethon and the movie The Manchurian Candidate on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Game 4 pitted newbies Chaz Evans and Jenn Rohm as they fought to recast The Watchmen. Chaz squeaked out a win secure his position into the next round against Richard Jensen. This Tuesday December 1st at 9pmEst 6pmPST Veterans Valerie Cameron and Rob Ervin start the holidays with the dysfunctional family movie The Royal Tenenbaums. See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:12 Craig and Devin talk about the upcoming Who Needs Sleep telethon on Dec. 5th and 6th and Devin's streaming game show Universal Remote. 14:36 Craig and Devin discuss "The Manchurian Candidate" 39:08 Recasting 55:32 Double Feature 1:00:11 Final Thoughts 1:04:58 A preview of next week's episode "Back to the Future" Next week, Craig and Devin Pike start Holiday Time Travel month with an all-timer "Back to the Future"

BACK TO THE FUTURE A teenager discovers his goofy friend of a scientist has actually created a time machine. When his friend is killed, young Marty jumps back in time to save him. Somehow, while accomplishing that task, he accidentally erases the event that caused Marty's parents to fall in love. Now, he's gradually ceasing to exist... unless he can get his parents together and, get back to the future. Alan, Craig and guest Zaki Hasan (@ZakisCorner on twitter) discuss time travel, small town porn theaters, life in the 80s and the movie “Back to the Future” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Game 5 saw veterans Valerie Cameron and Rob Ervin battle it out as they recast The Royal Tenenbaums. In an upset victory, Rob won decidedly to advance to the second round. This Tuesday December 7th at 9pmEst/6pmPST Newbies Alex Barnhill and Liz Serna will make headlines when they recast Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:52 Craig, Alan and Zaki discuss becoming a blue check mark on twitter and making audio commentaries for The MovieFilm Podcast. 11:29 Craig, Alan and Zaki discuss "Back to the Future" 33:47 Recasting 58:38 Double Feature 1:01:43 Final Thoughts 1:07:42 A preview of next week's episode "Back to the Future" Next week, Craig has Tracy Mangum co-host with guest Elisabeth Rappe as they get mental about time travel with "12 Monkeys"

12 MONKEYS A convict from the year 2035 is sent back to 1996, where he attempts to find the cause of a deadly virus that has ravaged his future world. With help from a beautiful psychiatrist, the time traveler tracks the germ's invention to a mental patient who is the son of a prominent scientist. Craig and guest co-host Tracy Mangum (@moviesmakeus on twitter) are joined by Elizabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) to talk about pandemics, distrust of experts, old dogs and the movie “12 Monkeys” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Game 6 saw newbies Alex Barnhill and Liz Serna recast Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. Alex narrowly won, moving into the second round. This Tuesday December 15th at 9pmEst 6pmPST a season 1 rematch between finalist Patrick Beatty and Metal Geeks Cary Gordon as they recast the controversial comedy Tropic Thunder! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:50 Craig, Tracy and Elisabeth discuss egg nog, weight gain, miniature horses and dogs. 13:20 Craig, Tracy and Elisabeth discuss "12 Monkeys" 47:18 Recasting 1:13:54 Double Feature 1:20:27 Final Thoughts 1:28:11 A preview of next week's episode "Time After Time" Next week, Craig, Alan and guest Richard Jensen combine Sherlock and Jack the Ripper in "Time After Time"

TIME AFTER TIME When Jack the Ripper flees across time in one of H.G. Wells' inventions, Wells follows him to the 20th Century. Now, in a city and a time completely unknown to him, Wells must find a way to stop the Ripper from continuing his streak of murders. Craig and Alan along with guest Richard Jensen (@theragingcelt on twitter) discuss the violence of the 70s, making podcasts, the likeability of Malcom McDowell and the movie “Time After Time” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Game 7 saw a veteran recast rematch as last season’s runner-up Patrick Beatty take on arch nemesis Cary Gordon. The more things change the more they stay the same as Patrick defeated Cary as they recast Tropic Thunder This Tuesday December 22nd at 9pmEst 6pmPST the 1st round ends with a newbie match-up as Jake Dietz of the Stolen Droids network takes on Ben Jones of Big Water Brewery to recast Knives Out! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:13 Craig, Alan and guest Richard Jensen discuss his new podcast "Another White Guy with a Mike" 7:42 Craig, Alan and Richard discuss "Time After Time" 28:55 Recasting 46:14 Double Feature 50:35 Final Thoughts 55:58 A preview of next week's episode "A Muppet Christmas Carol" Next week, Craig, guest co-hosts Tracy Mangum and James Owen talk the holiday classic "A Muppet Christmas Carol"

THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL The Muppets perform the classic Dickens holiday tale as the miser Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come. They show him the error of his self-serving ways, but the miserable old man seems to be past any hope of redemption and happiness. Craig is joined by guest co-host Tracy Mangum (@moviesmakeus on twitter) from Movies that Make Us and guest Author of The Dragon Knight James Owen (@CaveoPrincipia on twitter) as they discuss missing songs, the art of puppeteering, properly casting Muppets and the movie “The Muppet Christmas Carol” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:08 Craig, Tracy and James discuss "The Muppet Christmas Carol" 31:10 Recasting 54:36 Double Feature 58:59 Final Thoughts 1:03:53 A preview of next week's episode "Amadeus" Next week, Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew kick off a month of biopics with the manic "Amadeus"

AMADEUS Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart  is a remarkably talented young Viennese composer who unwittingly finds a fierce rival in the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri. Resenting Mozart for both his hedonistic lifestyle and his undeniable talent, the highly religious Salieri is gradually consumed by his jealousy and becomes obsessed with Mozart's downfall, leading to a devious scheme that has dire consequences for both men. Craig Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) discuss rivalries, dealing with genius, starting a new year and the movie Amadeus on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! On the last CastOFF! we had Jake Dietz and Ben Jones wrapping up round 1 by recasting Knives Out! It wound up being Ben who was backstabbed by the judges as Jake won to advance to the second round. This Tuesday January 5th at 9pmEst 6pmPST the 2nd Round starts with a rematch of the opening game of the last playoffs as Patrick Beatty and Rob Ervin attempt to recast Boogie Nights! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:57 Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew look forward to 2021 and what they hope it will be like. 12:07 Craig, Alan and Brendan discuss "Amadeus" 36:02 Recasting 1:04:44 Double Feature 1:10:29 Final Thoughts 1:17:17 A preview of next week's episode "A Beautiful Mind" Next week, Craig guest co-host Zaki Hasan get lost in the mind of John Nash in "A Beautiful Mind"

A BEAUTIFUL MIND Brilliant mathematician, John Nash, is on the brink of international acclaim when he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. Now only his devoted wife can help him overcome his mental illness and move on to greatness. Craig and guest Zaki Hasan (@ZakisCorner on twitter) discuss Craig’s fear of his future Mental health, Scott Glenn appreciation, baby bathes and the movie A Beautiful Mind on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Round 2 of the CastOFF! tournament saw veterans Rob Ervin and Patrick Beatty in a rematch of last season’s playoffs. The vets battled it out as recasting Boogie Nights where Rob redeemed himself with a sound victory to advance to the semi-finals. This Tuesday January 12th at 9pmEst 6pmPST Newbies Richard Jensen and Chaz Evans will crank up the temperature as they recast Michael Mann’s Heat! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:02 Craig and Zaki discuss teaching media studies from home and an update on The MovieFilm Podcast. 9:14 Craig and Zaki discuss "A Beautiful Mind" 26:06 Recasting 38:44 Double Feature 39:43 Final Thoughts 43:12 A preview of next week's episode "The Social Network" Next week, Craig, Alan and Patrick Beatty get social, network and online with "The Social Network"

THE SOCIAL NETWORK On a fall night in 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programming genius Mark Zuckerberg sits down at his computer and heatedly begins working on a new idea. What begins in his dorm room soon becomes a global social network and a revolution in communication. A mere six years and 500 million friends later, Mark Zuckerberg is the youngest billionaire in history. But for this entrepreneur, success leads to both personal and legal complications. Craig, Alan and guest Patrick Beatty (@PatBReviews on twitter) talk about misinformation, living in a bubble, virtual “friends” and the movie “The Social Network” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Round 2 continued last week Chaz Evans defeated Richard Jensen in a recast of Heat to secure a spot in the semifinals. This Tuesday January 19th at 9pmEst 6pmPST Jake Dietz and Alex Barnhill will get in touch with their feminine side when they recast Steel Magnolias! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 1:11 Craig, Alan and guest Patrick Beatty talk about all of Patrick's goings ons with Gaggle of Geeks and more. Head over to patreon.com/PatrickBeattyReviews to get all your Patrick needs. 17:16 Craig, Alan and Patrick discuss "The Social Network" 54:33 Recasting 1:15:05 Double Feature 1:19:27 Final Thoughts 1:23:42 A preview of next week's episode "Judy" Next week, Craig and Valerie Cameron watch Renee Zellweger become Judy Garland in "Judy"

JUDY Thirty years after starring in "The Wizard of Oz," beloved actress and singer Judy Garland arrives in London to perform sold-out shows at the Talk of the Town nightclub. While there, she reminisces with friends and fans and begins a whirlwind romance with musician Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband.  all while bravely struggling to overcome intensifying anxiety and physical decline. Craig and guest Valerie Cameron (@filmdanceplay on twitter) discuss 1930’s child abuse, upcoming nuptials, never giving up a microphone and the movie "Judy" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Round 2 continued last week as Jake Dietz overcame a solid recast by Alex Barnhill of Steel Magnolias to move on to the semifinals. This Tuesday January 26th at 9pmEst 6pmPST Randy Redacted and Tracy Mangum will meet in a rematch of last season’s semifinals as they recast the madcap farce: Clue, the Movie! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:52 Craig and guest co-host Valerie Cameron talk about her new relationship status, writing reviews for the 98.7 website and her podcasts "Movies that Make Us, The Multiplane Podcast and Seemingly Appropriate Podcast. 9:22 Craig and Valerie discuss "Judy" 29:41 Recasting 50:55 Double Feature 1:00:24 Final Thoughts 1:04:04 A preview of next week's episode "Saving Mr. Banks" Next week, Craig and Cary Gordon delve into the making of Mary Poppins with Disney's "Saving Mr. Banks"

SAVING MR. BANKS Determined to fulfill a promise to his daughters, Walt Disney tries for 20 years to obtain the rights to author P. L. Travers' beloved book. Armed with his iconic creative vision, Walt pulls out all the stops, but the uncompromising Travers won't budge. Only when he reaches into his own complicated childhood does Walt discover the truth about the ghosts that haunt Travers, and together, they set Mary Poppins free! Craig and guest co-host Cary Gordon (@metalgeeks on Twitter) discuss, protecting your legacy, Cary’s favorite movies of 2020, the Sherman Brothers and the movie “Saving Mr. Banks” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Round 2 finished last week as Tracy Mangum, in a historic shutout, broke Randy Redacted’s 4 game win streak by out casting Clue the movie to secure the final spot in the semi finals. This Tuesday Feb 2nd at 9pmEst 6pmPST Tracy Mangum will immediately defend his victory against Rob Ervin as they recast The Office! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:55 Craig and guest co-host Cary Gordon discuss what's happening over at the MSRCast and Metal Geeks podcasts as well as get a few top movie picks from Cary. 17:19 Craig and Cary discuss "Saving Mr. Banks" 37:04 Recasting 55:41 Double Feature 58:48 Final Thoughts 1:02:58 A preview of next week's episode "When Harry Met Sally" Next week, Craig and Brendan Agnew kick off Rom-Com February with "When Harry Met Sally"

WHEN HARRY MET SALLY College graduates Harry and Sally share a contentious car ride from Chicago to New York, during which they argue about whether men and women can ever be strictly platonic friends. Ten years later, Harry and Sally meet again at a bookstore, and attempt to stay friends without sex becoming an issue between them Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talk about rom com tropes, ordering on the side, annoying but likeable people and the movie “When Harry Met Sally” on this week's Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Game 1 of the semi-finals saw a nail biter as Rob Ervin squeaked by Tracy Mangum when they recast the Office, to secure his spot in the Castoff Finals. This Tuesday February 9th at 9pmEst 6pmPST Jake Dietz and Chaz Evans will see who will face Rob in the finals when they recast Parks and Recreations! See who will win this 16-person, single-elimination tournament to name the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:45 Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew talk about some favorite rom-coms and what Brendan's 3-year-old has been watching lately. 10:26 Craig and Brendan discuss "When Harry Met Sally" 26:53 Recasting 42:07 Double Feature 47:06 Final Thoughts 49:23 A preview of next week's episode "Notting Hill" Next week, Craig and Alan have glamorous superstar Elisabeth Rappe join them for "Notting Hill"

NOTTING HILL William Thacker is a London bookstore owner whose humdrum existence is thrown into romantic turmoil when famous American actress Anna Scott appears in his shop. The chance encounter leads to a kiss that blossoms into a full-blown affair. As the average bloke and glamorous movie star draw closer and closer together, they struggle to reconcile their radically different lifestyles in the name of love. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@ElisabethRappe on twitter) discuss British love, press junkets, the price of fame and the movie “Notting Hill" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! Last week, Game 2 of the semi-finals was another game down to the wire as Chaz Evans defeated Jake Dietz to represent Utah in the finals against Texas’ Rob Ervin. This Tuesday, February 16th at 9pmEst 6pmPST the season finale of Castoff will pit our two contestants against each other as they recast an all time classic "The Shawshank Redemption". We finally put to rest who is the best Caster on the internet. Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. Show Notes 0:51 Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about some favorite rom-coms and life at the vets. 13:52 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Notting Hill" 39:42 Recasting 1:08:32 Double Feature 1:11:59 Final Thoughts 1:19:59 A preview of next week's episode "The American President" Next week, Craig and Alan will be talking but not walking with Rob Ervin as they discuss Aaron Sorkin's "The American President"

THE AMERICAN PRESIDENT President Andrew Shepherd unexpectedly falls in love with Sydney Wade, an environmental lobbyist. Suddenly President Shepherd must confront new issues: declining approval ratings, an inquiring press, and an aggressive political opponent. Now Shepherd must choose between his political career and his love for Sydney. Craig and Alan are joined by Rob Ervin (@yesTHATRobErvin on twitter) to talk about a West Wing test run,  Alan on Lettterboxd, scandalous non-scandals and the movie "The American President" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! This week's episode is sponsored by Matinee Heroes presents CastOFF! And so ends the second season of Matinee Heroes presents Castoff as Rob Ervin defeated Chaz Evans 5-2 to take the crown of Best Caster on the Internet. The show is going on hiatus for a bit but look for it live at pop culture conventions near you – if they even have them this year. And if you want to bring CastOFF! to your event, email Craig at matineeheroes@gmail.com.  Hope you enjoyed this season of the CastOff! and thanks to everyone who watched and participated! Show Notes 1:12 Craig, Alan and guest Rob Ervin talk about some favorite rom-coms and doing audio commentaries for WWE Pay-per-views at the Cheap Popcast. 7:50 Craig, Alan and Rob discuss "The American President" 42:08 Recasting 1:01:48 Double Feature 1:04:58 Final Thoughts 1:10:01 A preview of next week's episode "Some Like It Hot" Next week, Craig and guest co-host go on the lam as gender-bending musician hot after Marilyn Monroe in "Some Like it Hot"

SOME LIKE IT HOT When Chicago musicians Joe and Jerry accidentally witness a gangland shooting, they quickly board a south bound train to Florida, disguised as Josephine and Daphne, the two newest members of an all-girl jazz band. Their cover is perfect... While Joe pretends to be a millionaire to win the band's sexy singer, Sugar, Jerry finds himself pursued by a real millionaire as things heat up and the mobsters close in. Craig and guest co-host Derek McCaw (@FanboyPlanet on twitter) discuss the immortal Marilyn Monroe, update what’s happening at Fanboy Planet, transgressive attitudes in the 50’s and the movie “Some Like It Hot” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:02 Craig and Derek McCaw from Fanboy Planet talk about some of Derek's favorite Rom-Coms. 8:30 Craig and Derek discuss "Some Like It Hot" 37:38 Recasting 54:06 Double Feature 56:04 Final Thoughts 1:01:17 A preview of next week's episode "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" Next week, F#@K Nazis month returns with our favorite Nazi-puncher and this time he brought along his dad in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"

INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE The intrepid explorer Indiana Jones sets out to rescue his father, a medievalist who has vanished while searching for the Holy Grail. Following clues in the old man's notebook, Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, but they are not the only ones who are on the trail, and some sinister old enemies soon come out of the woodwork. Craig and Alan are joined by Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) to discuss Spielberg’s Career, the Texas Ice Age, the future of Indiana Jones and the movie "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" to start F#@K Nazis month on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:01 Craig, Alan and guest Brendan talk about the horrible winter Texas has endured. 8:19 Craig, Alan and guest Brendan discuss "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" 46:00 Recasting 1:04:24 Double Feature 1:07:13 Final Thoughts 1:11:14 A preview of next week's episode "Valkyrie" Next week, F#@K Nazis month continues with an attempt to wipe out the Führer himself in "Valkyrie"

VALKYRIE Col. Claus von Stauffenberg serves Germany with loyalty and pride but fears that Hitler will destroy his country if allowed to run unchecked. With time running out for Germany and the rest of Europe, von Stauffenberg joins a group of like-minded, high-ranking men who want to overthrow the Nazi regime from within. With everything he holds dear in the balance, von Stauffenberg becomes the trigger man in a plot to assassinate the evil dictator. Craig and guest co-host Richard Jensen (@TheRagingCelt on twitter) discuss fighting against power, the imperials are space Nazis the importance of Directors on set and the movie “Valkyrie” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:21 Craig and guest Richard Jensen discuss what some of their favorite WWII movies are. 8:04 Craig and guest Richard discuss "Valkyrie" 30:55 Recasting 44:05 Double Feature 47:20 Final Thoughts 52:07 A preview of next week's episode "American History X" Next week, F#@K Nazis month moves from traditional Nazis to neo-Nazis with "American History X"

AMERICAN HISTORY X Living a life marked by violence and racism, neo-Nazi Derek Vinyard finally goes to prison after killing two black youths who tried to steal his car. Upon his release, he vows to change his ways and hopes to prevent his younger brother, who idolizes Derek, from following in his footsteps. Craig and guest cohost Valerie Cameron (@moviesmakeus on twitter) discuss Neo-Nazis, understanding ignorance, Movies That Make Us’ upcoming 100th episode and the movie “American History X” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:13 Craig and guest Valerie Cameron discuss Movies That Make Us' upcoming 100th episode and some of their goings on lately. 8:46 Craig and Valerie discuss "American History X" 41:28 Recasting 53:25 Double Feature 58:28 Final Thoughts 1:00:43 A preview of next week's episode "Jojo Rabbit" Next week, F#@K Nazis month ends with the feel good hit of 2019 "JoJo Rabbit"

JOJO RABBIT JoJo is a lonely German boy who discovers that his single mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his imaginary friend -- Adolf Hitler -- JoJo must confront his blind nationalism as World War II continues to rage on. Craig Alan and guest Cary Gordon (@metalgeeks on twitter) talk about propaganda, deprogramming loved ones, MSRcast’s live streams and the movie JoJo Rabbit on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:55 Craig, Alan and guest Cary Gordon talk about what's new with the Metal Geeks latest streams. 9:26 Craig, Alan and guest Cary Gordon discuss "JoJo Rabbit" 29:30 Recasting 50:00 Double Feature 53:56 Final Thoughts 59:10 A preview of next week's episode "Conan the Barbarian" Next week starts an entire month dedicated to Arnold Schwarzenegger and we start with one of his earliest movies "Conan The Barbarian"

CONAN THE BARBARIAN Orphaned boy Conan is enslaved after his village is destroyed by the forces of vicious necromancer Thulsa Doom. Once he reaches adulthood, Conan sets off across the prehistoric landscape of the Hyborian Age in search of the man who killed his family and stole his father's sword. Craig and Alan are joined by  Steve and Izzy (EILFMovies on twitter) as they talk swords and sandals, the allure of Arnold, Podcart Fest and the movie “Conan the Barbarian” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:57 Craig, Alan and guests Steve and Izzy of  Everything I Learned From Movies to talk about the upcoming Podcart Fest this April 10th and movies they loved in the 80's. 11:34 Craig, Alan, Steve and guests Steve and Izzy discuss "Conan the Barbarian" 41:55 Recasting 1:07:01 Double Feature 1:11:47 Final Thoughts 1:19:29 A preview of next week's episode "Total Recall" Get ready for a surprise! Arnold April continues with the mind-bending "Total Recall"  

TOTAL RECALL Douglas Quaid is a bored construction worker in the year 2084 who visits "Rekall," a company that plants false memories into people's brains, in order to experience the thrill of Mars without having to travel there. But something goes wrong during the procedure; Quaid discovers that his entire life is actually a false memory and that the people who implanted it in his head now want him dead. Craig and guest co-host Devin Pike (@justdevin on twitter) talk fake heads, what is real vs what is a dream, the The Big Film Show and the movie "Total Recall" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Season 3 of the CastOFF returns Tuesday April 13 at 9pmEst 6pmPST th as Season 1 Champ Randy Redacted takes on Season 2 champ Rob Ervin for the only movie that can adequately describe them: Best in Show Go to twitch.tv/matineeheroes or matineeheroes.com/castoff to subscribe to the video stream. But this season you can listen here for the audio version of the show with the bonus post show included exclusively on Matinee Heroes, every Thursday! Show Notes 1:01 Craig and guest co-host Devin Pike catch up and talk about Devin's latest projects The Big Film Show and Universal Remote 9:49 Craig and Devin discuss "Total Recall" 30:18 Recasting 55:40 Double Feature 58:09 Final Thoughts 1:19:29 A preview of next week's episode "Kindergarten Cop" It's not a tumor, its another Arnold April episode with the comedy "Kindergarten Cop"

BEST IN SHOW Welcome to Season 3 of the CastOFF! But Season 1 of the audio podcast version. Show Notes 0:53 The Clubhouse Podcast host Rob Ervin, the current and season 2 champion and season 1 champion Randy REDACTED from the Cult 45 Podcast compete in Game 1 of the new season. 33:11 The Post Show reveals Rob and Randy's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the guys for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey.

KINDERGARTEN COP A macho cop, adept at dealing with crooks on the street, goes undercover as a teacher and meets the toughest gang he has ever encountered - a room full of five-year-olds! Craig and guest co-host Liz Serna (@nerdybitchespod on twitter) talk about substitute teachers, Arnolds Smile, a month of Keanu Reeves and the movie Kindergarten cop on this week’s Matinee heroes! Show Notes 0:46 Craig and guest co-host Liz Serna talk about favorite Schwarzenegger movies and having a full month of Keanu Reeves podcasts for Nerdy Bitches in April. 8:40 Craig and Liz discuss "Kindergarten Cop" 32:22 Recasting 52:36 Double Feature 54:46 Final Thoughts 59:29 A preview of next week's episode "Maggie" The end of Arnold April is an end of the world movie with surprising depth in "Maggie"

ZACK SNYDER'S JUSTICE LEAGUE Welcome to Episode 2 of Season 3 Show Notes Metal Geek Cary Gordon is back to play against Ben Jones, owner of Big Water Brewery to recast the most talked about movie of 2021: Zack Snyder's Justice League 33:43 The Post Show reveals what would have been Cary and Ben's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the guys for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

MAGGIE After his daughter is infected with a virus that transforms her into a zombie, a small-town farmer will stop at nothing to save her. Arnold April ends with Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talking about, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s dramatic acting chops, Alan’s anniversary, blasting faces off and the movie Maggie on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:59 Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about Alan's anniversary and Brendan's blog NormanNerd.blogspot.com 11:08 Craig, Alan and Brendan "Maggie" 37:35 Recasting 53:10 Double Feature 1:00:48 Final Thoughts 1:07:43 A preview of next week's episode "The Karate Kid" Next week we start Epic Eighties month with an epic sage of bullies and crane kicks with "The Karate Kid"

MRS. DOUBTFIRE Welcome to Episode 3 of Season 3 Show Notes Nerdy Bitches podcast Liz Serna goes up against Celtic Ray Filmworks Richard Jensen in one of the most difficult recasts yet: Robin Williams and Mrs. Doubtfire 33:00 The Post Show reveals what would have been Liz and Richard's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the two for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE KARATE KID Daniel moves to Southern California with his mother, but quickly finds himself the target of a group of bullies who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi, an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate and preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai. Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly (@infamousKidd on twitter) discuss character growth, Billy’s Getting Old Quickly podcast, way too much about Cobra Kai and the movie “The Karate Kid” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:53 Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly talk about mental health, the subject of Billy's Getting Old Quickly podcast. 21:13 Craig, Alan and Billy discuss "The Karate Kid" 1:04:22 Recasting 1:35:30 Double Feature 1:39:40 Final Thoughts 1:44:58 A preview of next week's episode "Top Gun" Next week Epic Eighties month continues with the need...the need for speed and "Top Gun"

ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY Welcome to Episode 4 of Season 3 Show Notes To celebrate May 4th, we have two newcomers as Elisabeth Rappe battles filmmaker Tami Anderson as they try to get the plans to destroy the death star in Rogue one. 27:57 The Post Show reveals what would have been Liz and Richard's pick for Riz Ahmed's Bohdi Rook and their tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the two for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

TOP GUN The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman. But Maverick isn't only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he's also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood. Craig and guest co-host Jake Dietz (@ThatJakeDietz on twitter) talk about Naval propaganda films, fighter jets, Utah Remote-Con and the movie "Top Gun" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:56 Craig and Jake talk about the upcoming Utah Remote-Con happening May 10th through the 22nd online at https://www.youtube.com/c/Stolendroids. 8:27 Craig and Jake discuss "Top Gun" 33:18 Recasting 49:11 Double Feature 52:00 Final Thoughts 56:24 A preview of next week's episode "Lethal Weapon" Next week Epic Eighties month continues with the landmark buddy cop movie "Lethal Weapon"

OCEAN'S ELEVEN Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 3 Show Notes Utah Remote Con is back and this time they brought CastOFF with them! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake, Val and Tracy face off against each other as they recast Ocean's 11. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LETHAL WEAPON Following the death of his wife, Los Angeles police detective Martin Riggs becomes reckless and suicidal. When he is reassigned and partnered with Roger Murtaugh, Riggs immediately clashes with the older officer. Together they uncover a massive drug-trafficking ring and as they encounter increasingly dangerous situations, Riggs and Murtaugh begin to form a bond. Riggs' volatile behavior might just help them apprehend the criminals -- if it doesn't kill them both first. Craig is joined by Co-host Elisabeth Rappe (@elisabethrappe on twitter) and guest Rob Ervin (@YesThatRobErvin)as they discuss buddy films, police cops, Elisabeth’s obsession with Mel Gibson and the movie “Lethal Weapon” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:07 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob share their favorite 80's movies. Rob gives us an update on the Clubhouse Podcast. 10:33 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob discuss "Lethal Weapon" 58:38 Recasting 1:34:36 Double Feature 1:41:54 Final Thoughts 1:47:35 A preview of next week's episode "Beverly Hills Cop" Next week Epic Eighties month continues with one of the biggest stars of the 80's, Eddie Murphy in "Beverly Hills Cop"

BEVERLY HILLS COP After his childhood buddy is murdered while visiting Detroit, rebellious cop Axel Foley follows the leads to Beverly Hills, Calif., under the auspices of a vacation. He checks in with old friend Jenny Summers and starts to believe her boss, art dealer Victor Maitland might somehow be involved in the murder. Craig is joined by Steve and Izzy from Everything I Learned from Movies (@EILFMovies on twitter) to discuss classic Eddie Murphy, 80’s soundtracks, Podcart Fest 2.0 and the movie “Beverly Hills Cop” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:51 Craig, co-host Izzy Fischer and guest Steve Kondrick from Everything I Learned from Movies talk about Welcome to the June-gle and PodCartFest 2.0 in July. 8:22 Craig, Izzy and Steve discuss "Beverly Hills Cop" 35:30 Recasting 54:50 Double Feature 57:54 Final Thoughts 1:02:26 A preview of next week's episode "Ghostbusters" Next week Epic Eighties month comes to an end with Zaki Hasan and "Ghostbusters"

OCEAN'S 8 Welcome to Episode 6 of Season 3 Show Notes Utah Remote Con is back for week 2 and so it the CastOFF! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake and Val try and defeat last week's winner Tracy as they recast Ocean's 8. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE CANNONBALL RUN Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 3 Show Notes On your mark, get set…Castoff!!! the Cannonball Run. Steve Kondrick and Devin Pike will recast the Burt Reynolds classic Cannonball Run If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

GHOSTBUSTERS When college profs Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler lose their university jobs, they decide to go freelance, de-haunting houses in a new ghost removal service., their first order of business becomes saving beautiful cellist Dana Barrett and nerdy Louis Tully, who’ve inadvertently opened the gates to an interdimensional being who wants to destroy our world! Craig, Alan and guest Zaki Hasan (@ZakisCorner on twitter) talk about awful nerd dating techniques, the defense of Walter Peck, horror comedies and the movie “Ghostbusters” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig and Alan welcome Zaki Hasan to find out what his podcast The Movie Film Podcasts is up to and what his favorite 80's films are. 7:52 Craig, Alan and Zaki discuss "Ghostbusters" 43:02 Recasting 1:16:16 Double Feature 1:18:36 Final Thoughts 1:21:02 A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring" Next week we start a special month long look at the Lord of the Rings trilogy starting with "Fellowship of the Ring - Extended Edition"

SAVING PRIVATE RYAN Welcome to Episode 8 of Season 3 Show Notes To honor Memorial Day, Gaggle of Geeks co-hosts Patrick Beatty and Chaz Evan battle it out to prove which geek is best as they recast Saving Private Ryan. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LORD OF THE RINGS: FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING A shy young hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits a simple gold ring. He knows the ring has power, but not that he alone holds the secret to the survival--or enslavement--of the entire world.  Now Frodo, accompanied by a wizard, an elf, a dwarf, two men and three loyal hobbit friends, must become the greatest hero the world has ever known to save the land and the people he loves. Craig and Alan kick off a month long look at the Lord of the Rings starting with guest Valerie Cameron (@moviesmakeus on twitter) as they talk about the defense of Boromir, how the internet shaped the trilogy, the gleeful lack of Tom Bombadil and the movie “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:05 Craig, Alan and Valerie jump right in and discuss "Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring". 59:27 INTERMISSION - Contest rules: We’re celebrating this great series of podcasts by giving away The Lord of The Rings Trilogy: 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray set. This 9, yes 9 disk set of both the Theatrical and Extended Editions can be yours. How? Well you know if it’s Matinee Heroes, recasting would be involved. First, you have to follow @matineeheroes on twitter. Then, Recast the Fellowship: Frodo Baggins - Samwise Gamgee - Aragorn - Boromir - Gandalf - Gimli - Legolas - Merry - Pippin with any actors you choose from any timeframe. Want James Cagney and Vin Diesel to be Hobbits? Why not! Doctor Who rules apply: Meaning any actor throughout time.  Send your list to matineeheroes@gmail.com before June 18th. Alan and I as well as the crew from Movies that Make Us will choose the best recast.  All entrants must be @matineeheroes twitter followers and must live in the continental US states. Sorry Canada and our large following in the Philippines! We’re looking forward to seeing your picks and we’ll announce the winner on our Lord of the Rings Recasting special on June 26th! Good luck! 1:00:50 Part 2 of "Fellowship of the Ring" 1:36:14 Double Feature 1:42:16 Final Thoughts 1:48:22 A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" Next week we continue our special month long look at the Lord of the Rings trilogy  with "The Two Towers - Extended Edition"

BRIDESMAIDS Welcome to Episode 9 of Season 3 Show Notes June is for love and weddings so we’re recasting Bridesmaids! Alex Barnhill and Mark Woodring go mano-y-mano to see who has what it takes to recast this hilarious comedy! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS In the second part of the Tolkien trilogy, Frodo Baggins and the other members of the Fellowship continue on their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring - but on separate paths.   Frodo and Sam continue their journey towards Mordor to destroy the One Ring, meeting and joined by Gollum, the ring's former owner. Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli come to the war-torn nation of Rohan and are reunited with the resurrected Gandalf, before fighting against the legions of the treacherous wizard Saruman at the Battle of Helm's Deep. Merry and Pippin escape capture, meet Treebeard the Ent, and help to plan an attack on Isengard, fortress of Saruman. Craig, Alan and guest Jake Dietz from Movies That Make Us (@MoviesMakeUs on twitter) discuss the difference between Orcs, Goblins and Uruk-Hai,  the selfishness of Ents, the two versions of Gandalf and the movie “Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:08 Craig, Alan and Jake discuss "Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers". 49:16 INTERMISSION - Contest rules: We’re celebrating this great series of podcasts by giving away The Lord of The Rings Trilogy: 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray set. This 9, yes 9 disk set of both the Theatrical and Extended Editions can be yours. How? Well you know if it’s Matinee Heroes, recasting would be involved. First, you have to follow @matineeheroes on twitter. Then, Recast the Fellowship: Frodo Baggins - Samwise Gamgee - Aragorn - Boromir - Gandalf - Gimli - Legolas - Merry - Pippin with any actors you choose from any timeframe. Want James Cagney and Vin Diesel to be Hobbits? Why not! Doctor Who rules apply: Meaning any actor throughout time.  Send your list to matineeheroes@gmail.com before June 18th. Alan and I as well as the crew from Movies that Make Us will choose the best recast.  All entrants must be @matineeheroes twitter followers and must live in the continental US states. Sorry Canada and our large following in the Philippines! We’re looking forward to seeing your picks and we’ll announce the winner on our Lord of the Rings Recasting special on June 26th! Good luck! 50:38 Part 2 of "The Two Towers" 1:33:11 Double Feature 1:37:47 Final Thoughts 1:43:07 A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" Next week we continue our special month long look at the Lord of the Rings trilogy  with "The Return of the King - Extended Edition"

FAST FIVE Welcome to Episode 10 of Season 3 Show Notes I feel the need…the need for physics denying speed. And Fast Five... Listen to newcomer George Tripsas and veteran Jenn Rohm recast the franchise that just can't quit - Fast & Furious 5 If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING It is the final confrontation between the forces of good and evil fighting for control of the future of Middle-earth. Hobbits Frodo and Sam reach Mordor in their quest to destroy the `one ring', while Aragorn leads the forces of good against Sauron's evil army at the stone city of Minas Tirith. Craig and Alan are joined by Movies That Make Us (@MoviesMakeUs on twitter) Tracy Mangum as they talk about scenes in the extended editions that should be in every edition, Alan’s one man show: One man, One Ring, the power of the trilogy and the movie “Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” on this week’s Matinee Heroes Show Notes 0:58 Craig, Alan and Tracy discuss "Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King". 59:35 INTERMISSION 1:00:07 Part 2 of "The Return of the King" 1:46:02 Double Feature 1:50:40 Final Thoughts 2:01:11 A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: Recast Special" Next week we wrap up our special month long look at the Lord of the Rings trilogy with an epic recasting special!

FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING Welcome to Episode 11 of Season 3 Show Notes To celebrate Put a Ring on It month on Matinee Heroes where we talk Lord of the Rings, we have two new hobbitses -Austin Vashaw and Blake Casselman recasting the Fellowship of the Ring! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LORD OF THE RINGS: RECASTING SPECIAL The ring is destroyed, the rightful king of Gondor sits on is thrown, the hobbits have returned to the Shire and the elves have gone into the West. The only thing left to do is have Valerie, Jake and Tracy from Movies that Make Us (@moviesmakeus on twitter) return for a Lord of the Rings Trilogy recasting special on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:58 Craig, Alan, Val, Jake and Tracy recast: The Wizards ​Gandalf ​ Saruman The Elves ​Galadriel ​Elrond ​Arwen ​ Legolas ​ The Dwarves ​Gimli The Kingdom of Rohan ​ Theoden ​Eowyn ​Eomer ​Grima Wormtongue The Kingdom of Gondor ​Denethor ​Boromir ​ Faramir ​Aragorn The Hobbits ​Bilbo Rosie ​Merry ​ Pippin ​ Frodo Gollum ​Sam 1:24:57 The winner of the recasting contest announced and his cast is revealed 1:31:24 A preview of next week's episode "The Nice Guys" Next week we move into the heat of the summer with a hidden gem "The Nice Guys"

THE BOONDOCK SAINTS Welcome to Episode 12 of Season 3 Show Notes Tracy and Troy Mangum - brother vs brother. But we’re going with brother AND brother when we recast The Boondock Saints! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE NICE GUYS Holland March is a down-on-his-luck private eye in 1977 Los Angeles. Jackson Healy is a hired enforcer who hurts people for a living. Fate turns them into unlikely partners after a young woman named Amelia mysteriously disappears. Their investigation takes them to dark places as anyone else who gets involved in the case seems to wind up dead. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@elisabethrappe on twitter) get into bromantic comedies, kids in the 70’s, underappreciate gems and the movie “The Nice Guys” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:03 Craig and Alan welcome Elisabeth and discus upcoming events 7:24 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "The Nice Guys" 35:05 Recasting 1:03:31 Double Feature 1:08:41 Final Thoughts 1:24:00 A preview of next week's episode "The Grand Budapest Hotel" Next week we get all Wes Anderson-y with one of the most Wes Anderson-y movie of all "The Grand Budapest Hotel"

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER Welcome to Episode 13 of Season 3 Show Notes To celebrate the 4th of July weekend and the opening of Black Widow we’re doing Independence Day the Marvel way – by having Elisabeth Rappe and Sam Mattos recast Captain America: The First Avenger! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL A writer encounters the owner of an aging high-class hotel, who tells him of his early years serving as a lobby boy in the hotel's glorious years under an exceptional concierge. Gustave prides himself on providing first-class service to the hotel's guests, including getting romantically involved with many elderly women who stay there. When one of Gustave's lovers dies mysteriously, Gustave finds himself the recipient of a priceless painting and the chief suspect in her murder. Craig, guest co-host Valerie Cameron (of @moviesmakeus on twitter) and guest Devin Pike (@justdevin on twitter) talk about being all things to all people, film embargos, the specific fonts of Wes Anderson and the movie “The Grand Budapest Hotel” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:01 Craig and Alan find out what Devin has planned for his "The Big Film Show" podcast and "Who Needs Sleep?" in December 10:59 Craig, Val and Devin discuss "The Grand Budapest Hotel" 34:58 Recasting 1:07:37 Double Feature 1:11:57 Final Thoughts 1:15:54 A preview of next week's episode "The Arrival" Next week we discuss a movie that proves language can be riveting when we watch "Arrival"

ARRIVAL Linguistics professor Louise Banks leads an elite team of investigators when gigantic spaceships touch down around the world. As nations teeter on the verge of global war, Banks and her crew must race against time to find a way to communicate with the extraterrestrial visitors. Hoping to unravel the mystery, she takes a chance that could threaten her life and quite possibly all of mankind. Craig and guest co-host Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on Twitter) discuss timey-wimey timelines, competence porn, making sentence structure exciting and the movie “Arrival” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:06 Craig and Brendan catch up and discuss being a parent of a young child when watching "Arrival" 7:32 Craig and Brendan discuss "Arrival" 36:17 Recasting 45:50 Double Feature 48:48 Final Thoughts 50:52 A preview of next week's episode "Independence Day" Next week we prove that we can't read a calendar or plan when we cover "Independence Day" on July 24th.

SPACE JAM Welcome to Episode 14 of Season 3 Show Notes We hit the courts as filmmaker Richard Jensen and podcaster Heidi Bennet recast the original Space Jam. The catch? They must recast the cartoons as humans! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

INDEPENDENCE DAY When powerful aliens launch an all-out invasion, the world’s only hope is a disparate ensemble of heroes who band together to defeat the alien invaders that are bent on exterminating mankind. The survivors devise a plan and July 4th becomes the day humanity fights back for its freedom. Craig, Alan and guest Austin Vashaw (@VforVashaw on twitter) talk about movies vs their novelizations, the lost art of practical effects, disaster movies and “Independence Day” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:06 Craig and Alan talk to Austin Vashaw about his work at Cinapse and his twitter club Cult of Blu-Ray Addicts (@COBRAcollector on twitter) 9:34 Craig Alan and Austin discuss "Independence Day" 37:31 Recasting 1:08:43 Double Feature 1:12:18 Final Thoughts 1:16:16 A preview of next week's episode "Knives Out" Next week we bring in CSI:KFC with the superb Rian Johnson mystery "Knives Out"

THE THREE AMIGOS Welcome to Episode 15 of Season 3 Show Notes One for each other and all for one on the this episode of CastOFF! as Alex Barnhill and Devin Pike recast THREE AMIGOS! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

KNIVES OUT The circumstances surrounding the death of crime novelist Harlan Thrombey are mysterious, but there's one thing that renowned Detective Benoit Blanc knows for sure -- everyone in the wildly dysfunctional Thrombey family is a suspect. Now, Blanc must sift through a web of lies and red herrings to uncover the truth. Craig, Alan and guest Rob Ervin (@YesTHATRobErvin on twitter) discuss 70s movie of the week mysteries,  meticulous directors, ensemble pictures and the movie “Knives Out” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:03 Craig and Alan talk to Rob Ervin about the happenings on The Clubhouse Podcast. 9:49 Craig Alan and Rob discuss "Knives Out" 36:53 Recasting 1:10:57 Double Feature 1:18:41 Final Thoughts 1:16:16 A preview of next week's episode "The Raid" Next week we kick off Craig and Alan's birthday month with Alan's Birthday Pick "The Raid"

CITY SLICKERS Welcome to Episode 16 of Season 3 Show Notes Helloooooooooo! Liz Serna and Tami Anderson battle each other as they recast the comedy classic City Slickers. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE RAID: REDEMPTION Deep in the heart of Jakarta's slums lies an impenetrable safe house for the world's most dangerous killers and gangsters. Cloaked under the cover of pre-dawn darkness and silence, an elite swat team is tasked with raiding the safe house in order to take down the notorious drug lord that runs it. But when a chance encounter with a spotter blows their cover and news of their assault reaches the drug lord, they find themselves stranded on the 6th floor with no way out. Craig and Alan come together for a rare face to face recording from Houston as they discuss a pint vs a gallon of ice cream, Comicpalooza, seeing a movie with a crowd and “The Raid: Redemption” as we celebrate Alan’s Matinee Birthday!! Show Notes 1:16 Craig and Alan get reacquainted and talk about Comicpalooza 2021 12:02 Craig and Alan discuss Alan's birthday pick "The Raid: Redemption" 41:06 Recasting 58:47 Double Feature 1:06:28 Final Thoughts 1:09:44 A preview of next week's episode "Hooper" Next week we highlight silly fun as we focus on the stunt spectacular "Hooper"

THE SUICIDE SQUAD Welcome to Episode 17 of Season 3 Show Notes We’re going to recast this movie if it kills us! This time, Jake Dietz and Stephanie Lisman are recasting a movie that’s not even out yet, The Suicide Squad! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

HOOPER Sonny Hooper is getting too banged up to remain Hollywood's top stuntman, but he signs up as the stunt coordinator for a big-budget action movie with a pushy director. Ready to retire from the physical abuse, Hooper is gearing up to make the film's climactic stunt his biggest ever, but cocky younger stuntman aims to steal the glory with his more scientific, technology-oriented stunt methods. Craig, Alan and guest Austin Vashaw (@VforVashaw on twitter)discuss the legacy of Hal Needham, the undervalued art of stunt work, Alan’s thoughts on the musical Annette and the movie “Hooper” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:28 Alan offers some thoughts on the new Adam Driver musical "Annette" 11:11 Craig, Alan and guest Austin Vashaw discuss "Hooper" 30:44  Recasting 53:53 Double Feature 58:24 Final Thoughts 1:02:50 A preview of next week's episode "Goodfellas" Next week we celebrate Craig's birthday with one of his favorite movies "Goodfellas"

MANDALORIAN LIVE FROM COMICPALOOZA Welcome to Episode 18 of Season 3 Show Notes This is the way! Live from Comicpalooza, Liz Serna (with @nerdybitches Heather as her last second stand-in) and Jared McClelland @hipshtx recast the Mandalorian. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

GOODFELLAS Henry Hill grows up in the mob and works very hard to advance himself through the ranks. He enjoys his life of money and luxury, but he’s oblivious to the horror that he causes. A drug addiction and a few mistakes ultimately unravel Henry’s   climb to the top. Craig and Alan discuss family, mobsters, visiting the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the movie “Goodfellas” as we celebrate Craig’s Matinee Birthday! Show Notes 0:58 Craig and Alan talk about visiting Los Angeles and how sketchy the Hollywood Walk of Fame is. 8:56 Craig and Alan discuss Craig's birthday pick "Goodfellas" 40:07 Recasting 56:56 Double Feature 1:00:44 Final Thoughts 1:05:03 A preview of next week's episode "The Man Who Would Be King" Next week we have two Matinee Legends in one movie, the John Huston classic "The Man Who Would Be King"

THIS IS SPINAL TAP Welcome to Episode 19 of Season 3 Show Notes Turn it up to 11 as we get metal and geeky with the Metal Geeks (@metalgeeks on twitter) Cary Gordon and George Tripsas as they recast "This is Spinal Tap"! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING English military officers, tired of life as soldiers, travel to the isolated land of Kafiristan, where they are ultimately embraced by the people and revered as rulers. After a series of misunderstandings, the natives come to believe that one of the men is a god, but he and his friend can't keep up their deception forever. Craig and guest co-host Tracy Mangum (@MoviesMakeUs on Twitter) welcome Mark Woodring as they discuss colonialism, the upcoming FanX in Salt Lake, Mark's Visually Stunning Movie Podcast (@VSMoviePodcast on Twitter) and “The Man Who Would be King” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:55 Craig and Tracy talk with Mark Woodring about The Visually Stunning Movie Podcast. 15:37 Craig, Tracy and Mark discuss "The Man Who Would Be King" 52:21 Recasting 1:11:59 Double Feature 1:17:37 Final Thoughts 1:26:34 A preview of next week's episode "The Royal Tenenbaums" Next week we start our annual Patreon Membership Drive highlighting some exclusive episodes starting with "The Royal Tenenbaums"

M*A*S*H Welcome to Episode 20 of Season 3 Show Notes To get ready for FanX we’ve got two panelist Tracy Mangum and Blake Casselman recasting scheduled guests from the classic TV show M*A*S*H (Jamie Farr and Lorretta Switt). If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE ROYAL TENEBAUMS Patreon Membership month kick's off with a patreon episode from November 2020. Craig and Alan discuss post-success, crappy fathers, the great Gene Hackman and the movie "The Royal Tenenbaums" on this week's of Matinee Heroes! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 1:00 Discussion of "The Royal Tenenbaums" 31:20 Recasting 45:24 Double Feature 47:52 Final Thoughts Next week's we continue our Patreon Membership Drive with "It's A Wonderful Life"

KILL BILL VOL. 1 Welcome to Episode 21 of Season 3 Show Notes Girl power takes center stage as FanX panelists Mark Woodring and Tami Anderson recast Kill Bill Vol. 1 If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Patreon Membership month continues with a patreon episode from December 2020. Craig and Alan discuss never leaving town, politics, inspiration, and the movie "It’s a Wonderful Life’ on this week's Matinee Heroes! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 1:12 Discussion of "It's A Wonderful Life" 36:24 Recasting 53:29 Double Feature 1:00:32 Final Thoughts Next week's we continue our Patreon Membership Drive with "Walk The Line"

THE USUAL SUSPECTS Welcome to Episode 22 of Season 3 Show Notes Since Craig is in Utah visiting friends and getting ready for FanX he thought he'd get Austin Vashaw and Steve Kondrick to recast "The Usual Suspects" If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

WALK THE LINE Patreon Membership month continues with a patreon episode from January 2021. Craig and Alan discuss common biopic tropes, Johnny Cash, changing opinions on movies and "Walk the Line" on this week's Matinee Heroes! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 0:55 Discussion of "Walk the Line" 21:32 Recasting 36:42 Double Feature 40:32 Final Thoughts Next week's we conclude our Patreon Membership Drive with "Hannibal"

ROGUE ONE Welcome to Episode 23 of Season 3 Show Notes The story of the Death Star's destruction live from Comicpalooza! Erica Corbett and Mark Neiser recast "Rogue One". If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

HANNIBAL Patreon Membership month concludes with a patreon episode from October 2020. Craig and Alan discuss binging episodes, high class horror, fungus and the TV series "Hannibal" on this week's Matinee Heroes! Please consider becoming a patreon member by going to http://patreon.com/matineeheroes or you can give a one time donation at matineeheroes.com/donate! Show Notes 1:10 Discussion of "Hannibal" 32:31 Recasting 1:00:36 Double Feature 1:03:32 Final Thoughts Next week's we kick off Matinee Villains month with Devin Pike and "The Wolf of Wall Street"

SKYFALL Welcome to Episode 24 of Season 3 Show Notes The name's OFF...CastOFF and this week we say farewell to Daniel Craig as Bond when Sam Mattos and Richard Jensen recast SKYFALL If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE WOLF OF WALL STREET Jordan Belfort in the early 1990s, while still in his 20s, founds his own Wall Street brokerage firm, Stratton Oakmont. Together with his trusted lieutenant and a merry band of brokers, Belfort makes a huge fortune by defrauding wealthy investors out of millions. However, while Belfort and his cronies partake in a hedonistic brew of sex, drugs and thrills, the SEC and the FBI close in on his empire of excess. Craig Alan and guest Devin Pike discuss how Crime Does Pay, the villainy of stockbrokers, Devin’s (@justdevin on twitter)podcast The Big Film Show (@bigfilmshow on twitter) and the movie “The Wolf of Wall Street” on this week’s Matinee Villains!   Show Notes 0:57 Craig, Alan and guest Devin Pike talk about what scary movies they're watching in October for The Big Film Show. 10:44 Craig, Alan and Devin discuss "The Wolf of Wall Street" 28:14 Recasting 1:15:21 Double Feature 1:23:03 Final Thoughts 1:26:34 A preview of next week's episode "GlenGarry Glen Ross" Next week we continue Matinee Villains month with the tale of sales and toxic masculinity "GlenGarry Glen Ross"

GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS LIVE FROM FANX Welcome to Episode 25 of Season 3 Show Notes Live from FanX, a rematch pitting brother vs brother as Troy Mangum defends his title against his brother Tracy as they recast GlenGarry Glen Ross but with Muppets!!! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS When an office full of New York City real estate salesmen is given the news that all but the top two will be fired at the end of the week, the atmosphere begins to heat up. Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe (@Elisabeth Rappe on twitter) talk the corruption of capitalism, recasting with Muppets and Simpsons characters, jump scares and the movie “GlenGarry Glen Ross on this weeks, Matinee Villains!   Show Notes 0:57 Craig, Alan and guest Elisabeth Rappe talk about what scares her and some of the effective jump scares in movies. 13:04 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "GlenGarry Glen Ross" 37:43 Recasting 1:06:48 Double Feature 1:11:19 Final Thoughts 1:21:42 A preview of next week's episode "The Omen" Next week we continue Matinee Villains month with the tale of demon children and crazy priests in "The Omen"

INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE Welcome to Episode 26 of Season 3 Show Notes To celebrate Matinee Villains month we have a upcoming guests Avish Parashar and Michael Worth of the In a World Improvised Movie Homages going toe to toe to recast Interview with a Vampire. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE OMEN American diplomat Robert secretly adopts Damien when his wife, Katherine delivers a stillborn child. As a series of mysterious events and violent deaths occur around the family and Damien enters childhood, they come to learn he is in fact the prophesied Antichrist. Craig is joined  by Avish Parashar and Michael worth of the In a World... Improvised Movie Homages podcast to discuss antichrist or regular child, decapitations, Atticus Finch killing kids and the move “The Omen” on this week’s Matinee Villains.   Show Notes 1:12 Craig, Avish Parashar and Michael Worth discuss their podcast In a World... Improvised Movie Homages. 9:46 Craig, Avish and Michael discuss "The Omen" 52:12 Recasting 1:17:57 Double Feature 1:22:32 Final Thoughts 1:29:08 A preview of next week's episode "They Lie" Next week we continue Matinee Villains month and celebrate episode 250 with "They Live"

BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA Welcome to Episode 27 of Season 3 Show Notes John Wick takes on Commissioner Gordon in Bram Stoker’s Dracula as Randy REDACTED takes on Tracy Mangum to recast Bram Stoker's Dracula! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff where you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. Feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say "hey". You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA