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The Popcorn Hour with Matt and James

The Popcorn Hour with Matt and James

By: Matthew Porter and James Porter
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The Popcorn Hour with Matt and James is your go-to podcast for honest, entertaining, and insightful movie reviews. Each week, we dive into the latest releases and classic favorites, breaking down the stories, performances, and cinematic details that make films memorable (or forgettable). Whether you’re a casual viewer or a die-hard cinephile, join us for thoughtful discussions, a bit of humor, and plenty of popcorn-worthy opinions.

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  • We Settled the DreamWorks vs Pixar Debate Once and For All
    Jun 24 2026

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    🎬 DreamWorks and Pixar go head-to-head in our biggest movie tournament yet. From Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon to Toy Story, The Incredibles, and Ratatouille, we're putting some of the greatest animated movies ever made into a bracket and deciding which studio comes out on top. Which films advance? Which classics get eliminated? And can DreamWorks actually take down Pixar when the final votes are counted? Join Matt and James as they debate, argue, and crown the ultimate animated movie champion.

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    1 hr
  • Movie News: 24 Jump Street Returns, Plus Spider-Verse 3 and Batman Part 2 Updates
    Jun 19 2026

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    This week on The Popcorn Hour, we break down a packed lineup of major movie news starting with the return of 24 Jump Street, a sequel that’s suddenly gaining real momentum again after years of silence, raising questions about whether it’s actually happening this time or just another Hollywood revival rumor. We also dive into Spider-Verse 3, where Sony’s ambitious animated saga is facing huge expectations after its last installment and new updates hint at both creative shifts and behind-the-scenes challenges that could shape how the trilogy ends. On top of that, we cover The Batman Part 2, where delays, script development updates, and shifting release expectations are sparking debate about the future of Matt Reeves’ Gotham and whether the wait will ultimately pay off.

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    59 mins
  • The Movies We Wouldn't Be The Same Without
    Jun 16 2026

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    This week on The Popcorn Hour, Matt and James break down the movies that impacted them the most, revisiting the films that shaped how they see storytelling, filmmaking, and even life outside of movies. From childhood favorites to formative blockbusters and unexpected indie standouts, they each build out a personal lineup of the films that left the biggest mark on them over the years. Along the way, they talk about what specific moments, characters, and scenes stuck with them, and how those movies influenced their taste, creativity, and approach to film today.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
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