• Superman Breaks Records, Tron Star Speaks, Frankenstein Trailer & Trek Review – MNP Ep. 356
    Oct 5 2025

    In Episode 356 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we break down this week’s biggest entertainment stories, new trailers, and reviews from across TV and film.

    News Highlights:

    Superman smashes records on HBO Max with over 13 million views in just 10 days — the platform’s biggest movie launch since Barbie.

    James Gunn confirms Peacemaker’s Earth-X storyline goes deeper than “just giving us a punching bag with racists.”

    Original Tron star Bruce Boxleitner urges fans to rally behind Tron: Ares, warning “box office is everything.”

    J.K. Rowling reignites her feud with Emma Watson, calling the actress “ignorant” while claiming Watson once sent her a supportive note about the backlash.

    Trailers:

    OD – Knock teaser drops — surreal, creepy, and beautifully odd.

    Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein trailer arrives on Netflix, promising gothic grandeur and emotional terror.

    Reviews:

    Slow Horses — the sharp, witty spy drama continues to deliver.

    Tulsa King — Stallone’s mob drama keeps swinging hard in Season 2.

    Retro Review:

    Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Homefront and Paradise Lost: paranoia grips Starfleet as Sisko confronts a Federation on the brink.

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Daredevil S3, Cameron’s Return, James Bond Casting & Anaconda Trailer – MNP Ep. 355
    Sep 27 2025

    In Episode 355 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we dive into the week’s biggest entertainment news, new trailers, and reviews.

    News Highlights:

    Daredevil: Born Again officially renewed for Season 3 — what’s next for the Man Without Fear on Disney+?

    James Cameron confirms he’s returning to his biggest sci-fi franchise, but with a surprising twist that changes expectations.

    Star Trek: Voyager boss criticizes today’s shorter TV seasons, calling them “Tinder relationships” compared to classic long-form storytelling.

    Rumors suggest the next James Bond could be an unknown British actor as producers search for a “fresh face.”

    Trailer Talk:

    Anaconda returns in a new official trailer — can it recapture cult creature-feature glory?

    Marvel’s Wolverine gameplay trailer drops for PS5, showing off brutal combat and dark storytelling.

    Reviews:

    • Alien Earth — does FX’s sci-fi survival story deliver?
    • Slow Horses — Apple TV’s sharp spy thriller continues to impress.
    • Tulsa King — Stallone’s mob series mixes grit and humor.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Godzilla Leaks, Superman Sequel, Knight Rider Universe & DS9 Review – MNP Ep. 354
    Sep 14 2025

    In Episode 354 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we cover monster leaks, superhero sequels, classic reboots, and a heavy dose of sci-fi reviews.

    News Highlights:

    Godzilla x Kong: Supernova leaks suggest SpaceGodzilla or another cosmic threat could arrive — along with the possible death of a major Titan.

    James Gunn confirms Superman’s follow-up, Man of Tomorrow, set for 2027, while keeping the definition of a sequel vague.

    Rumors swirl of a Knight Rider revival connected to a shared universe that could also bring back Airwolf and The Six Million Dollar Man.

    Warwick Davis returns as Professor Flitwick in the HBO Harry Potter series.

    Scrubs reboot officially brings back John C. McGinley as Dr. Cox.

    SAS Rogue Heroes Season 3 gets a production update promising more action than ever.

    Trailers:

    Tulsa King Season 3 trailer teases Stallone’s return.

    Slow Horses Season 5 trailer keeps the espionage tension high.

    Reviews:

    Alien Earth — does the FX series keep the Xenomorph menace alive?

    Foundation (Apple TV) — we break down its latest season.

    Invasion (Apple TV) — global alien drama continues.

    Retro Review:

    Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Way of the Warrior. Worf joins the crew, the Klingons strike, and DS9 enters its boldest era.

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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • Superman Spinoff Rumors, Gremlins 3 Delay & Silent Hill Trailer – MNP Ep. 353
    Aug 31 2025

    In Episode 353 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we explore the latest movie, TV, and gaming news, along with fresh reviews and retro Trek.

    News Highlights:

    Superman spinoff rumors heat up, with DCU actor Wendell Pierce already expressing interest in being part of the project.

    Writer Chris Columbus explains why Gremlins 3 has taken so long to develop, but assures fans “we’re working on something.”

    Michelle Yeoh reacts to the poor reception of Star Trek: Section 31, saying it’s “very hard to please all of your audience.”

    Mortal Kombat II suffers another delay — but insiders suggest it’s for the right reasons.

    Alan Cumming, returning as Nightcrawler for Avengers: Doomsday, calls the experience “healing,” even if he didn’t always know who he was acting alongside.

    Trailers:

    Return to Silent Hill teaser trailer drops, bringing back psychological horror with Jeremy Irvine and Hannah Emily Anderson.

    Reviews:

    Alien Earth — we continue our breakdown of the FX series.

    Retro Review:

    Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – Past Tense Parts 1 & 2. A powerful two-parter tackling social inequality and time travel.

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Peacemaker Reshoots, Doctor Who Future, Alien Earth Review & DS9 Search – MNP Ep. 352
    Aug 25 2025

    In Episode 352 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re diving into the latest entertainment headlines, fresh trailers, and both new and retro reviews.

    News Highlights:

    James Gunn admits he’d “love to” reshoot more of Peacemaker Season 1 to align it with the DCU’s new canon.

    The BBC confirms Doctor Who will continue “with or without Disney,” ensuring the show’s future is secure regardless of partnerships.

    Shocking news: Dexter: Original Sin has been cancelled, despite an earlier season 2 renewal.

    HBO’s Harry Potter series casts its Weasley children, with Gracie Cochrane as Ginny and brand-new actors playing Fred and George.

    Ian McKellen teases that two iconic Lord of the Rings characters will return in the upcoming Gollum film.

    Trailers:

    Fallout Season 2 teaser trailer drops, teasing more wasteland chaos on Prime Video.

    Reviews:

    Alien Earth Part 3 — does FX’s alien survival story keep up the tension?

    Weapons — we break down the new thriller and give our verdict.

    Retro Review:

    Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – The Search Parts 1 & 2. The Defiant debuts, the Dominion rises, and DS9 takes a darker turn.

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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • Star Trek 4 Update, The Boys Prequel, Wolfenstein Series & Alien Earth Review – MNP Ep. 351
    Aug 17 2025

    In Episode 351 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we cover the latest sci-fi, superhero, and streaming headlines, along with fresh trailer reactions and reviews.

    News Highlights:

    • Star Trek 4 gets a promising update after big changes at Paramount. Could this finally mean progress for the Kelvin timeline crew?

    • The Boys prequel Vought Rising reveals its first look at new Supes, including Jensen Ackles’ Soldier Boy returning alongside Bombsight, Torpedo, and Private Angel.

    • James Gunn confirms the Superman sequel is moving forward sooner than expected, saying, “We’re scheduling it now.”

    • Amazon Studios is developing a live-action Wolfenstein TV series. Will Nazi-slaying alt-history work on the small screen?

    Trailers:

    • Predator: Badlands trailer shows a new twist on the iconic hunter.

    • Primitive War trailer teases dinosaurs and mercenaries in a brutal fight for survival.

    Reviews:

    • Alien: Earth Parts 1 & 2 — does the FX series bring the terror of the Xenomorphs to television in style?

    Retro Review:

    • Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – The Maquis Parts 1 & 2. Federation politics, betrayal, and the rise of a rogue faction.

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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • Highlander Casting, Star Wars Villain, Gina Carano Deal & Jurassic Review – MNP Ep. 350
    Aug 10 2025

    In Episode 350 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we break down this week’s biggest entertainment stories, new trailers, and fresh reviews.

    News Highlights:

    • Starfleet Academy Season 2 reportedly canceled before Season 1 even airs — what’s going on in the Trek universe?

    • Netflix renews One Piece for Season 3 and drops a first-look at Season 2.

    • MCU star Dave Bautista is set to play The Kurgan in the Highlander reboot alongside Henry Cavill and Russell Crowe.

    • Gina Carano and Disney settle their legal dispute over her Mandalorian firing, with both sides open to working together again.

    • Matt Smith joins Star Wars: Starfighter in a villain role — could he be the galaxy’s next great baddie?

    Trailers:

    • 007: Road to a Million Season 2 brings Bond-style adventure to reality TV.

    • Mortal Kombat II trailer delivers brutal action and fan-favorite fighters.

    Reviews:

    • Jurassic World Rebirth — is the dino franchise back on track?

    • Naked Gun reboot — does it recapture the slapstick magic or fall flat?

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • New Bond Writer, Spider-Man Suit Reveal, Tron Trailer & Superman Review – MNP Ep. 349
    Aug 3 2025

    In Episode 349 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re talking Bond, box office drops, superhero suits, and retro tech making a big screen comeback!

    News Highlights:

    Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight is officially penning the next James Bond movie. Expect grit, spies, and maybe some Shelby-style edge.

    Tom Holland teases the Spider-Man: Brand New Day costume on social media with the caption “We ready?” Could this signal a darker tone or a Multiverse twist?

    Jeremy Renner says he’s “getting ready” for a potential Hawkeye Season 2. Will the archer return for more Disney+ action?

    Gremlins 3 is waiting on one thing: Steven Spielberg’s approval. Actor Zach Galligan says Warner Bros. is all-in once the script is greenlit.

    Fantastic Four (2025) stumbles at the box office, dropping 66% in its second weekend. Is superhero fatigue setting in?

    Trailers:

    Tron: Ares trailer drops, bringing back digital dreams and neon nostalgia.

    Avatar: Fire and Ash reveals a new chapter in Pandora’s saga — but does it still pack visual magic?

    Reviews:

    We share our early thoughts on Superman (2025). Does James Gunn’s DCU reboot soar or stumble?

    Plus, a breakdown of Fantastic Four — is it fantastic or just familiar?

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    1 hr and 51 mins