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This week on The Popcorn Hour, Matt and James break down some of the biggest movie and TV news currently shaping the industry. The conversation starts with Hugh Jackman officially returning as Wolverine and what that decision means for the character’s legacy, the future of the X-Men, and the broader state of superhero franchises. From there, they discuss 28 Years Later Part II, focusing on Cillian Murphy’s continued involvement and how the sequel is positioning itself in relation to the original film’s impact. The episode also dives into DC’s upcoming Lanterns television series, examining what’s been revealed so far, what expectations look like, and how the show fits into DC’s evolving plans. Along the way, Matt and James reflect on the balance between nostalgia and forward momentum in modern franchise filmmaking, and what these projects suggest about where the industry is heading next.

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As the year comes to a close, we step away from the weekly release cycle to reflect on what actually stayed with us. This episode isn’t about quick rankings or surface-level reactions, but about the films, performances, and moments that continued to resonate long after the credits rolled. We look back at the year as a whole, discussing how our expectations shifted, which movies surprised us, and what this stretch of cinema revealed about where the medium is headed. It’s a moment of reflection before moving forward, taking stock of what mattered and why it mattered.

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Everyone’s got a dream DCU lineup… but we didn’t go the obvious route. Instead, we asked: who would make the DC Universe actually interesting? In this episode of The Popcorn Hour, Matt and James dive into bold, unconventional, and sometimes downright surprising fan casts for Batman, Wonder Woman, and beyond. From wild card actors to choices that might just work if given the chance, we’re breaking away from the cookie-cutter superhero mold and reimagining the Justice League in a way you’ve never heard before.