This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan break down Volume 2 and the epic finale of Stranger Things Season 5, diving deep into the final chapter of Netflix’s hit series. We analyze the ending, character arcs, emotional payoffs, and the biggest moments that brought the Hawkins story to a close.

From major reveals and callbacks to earlier seasons to the fate of Eleven, Vecna, and the Hawkins crew, we discuss what worked, what surprised us, and whether the finale delivered a satisfying conclusion to one of the most popular TV shows of all time. We also talk themes, performances, and how Stranger Things Season 5 stacks up against the rest of the series.

If you’ve finished Stranger Things Season 5 and are looking for a full spoiler-filled review of Volume 2 and the finale, this episode is your complete breakdown of how it all ends.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen!

This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan break down Timothée Chalamet’s latest film, Marty Supreme, diving into the performance, direction, themes, and overall impact of one of the year’s most talked-about releases. We analyze how Chalamet approaches the role, what sets this performance apart from his past work, and whether Marty Supreme lives up to the growing hype.

From character depth and storytelling to tone and pacing, we discuss what works, what falls short, and where the film stands within Chalamet’s evolving career. Is Marty Supreme a turning point, a risk that pays off, or a step in a new creative direction?

Whether you’re a longtime fan of Timothée Chalamet or simply curious about his newest project, this episode offers a spoiler-free review and thoughtful discussion of Marty Supreme.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen.

What really makes a movie a Christmas classic?
This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan face off in a holiday film debate as they compare Gremlins and It’s a Wonderful Life, two radically different films that both claim a spot in Christmas movie history.

We break down themes, tone, holiday spirit, cultural impact, and rewatch value while debating whether heartwarming tradition or chaotic holiday horror better represents the season. Is It’s a Wonderful Life the definitive Christmas film, or does Gremlins earn its place through dark humor and holiday chaos?

Expect strong opinions, festive arguments, and plenty of laughs as we tackle one of the most divisive Christmas movie debates out there.

🎧 Streaming now wherever you get your podcasts.

This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan return to Pandora to review James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash, the latest chapter in the blockbuster sci-fi franchise. We break down the film’s stunning visuals, expanded world-building, performances, themes, and how this installment pushes the Avatar saga forward.

Does Fire and Ash live up to the scale and emotional weight of the previous films? How does it expand the mythology of Pandora, and does it justify the franchise’s ambitious future? We discuss what worked, what fell short, and where the story may be headed next.

Whether you’re a longtime Avatar fan or just curious about the newest sequel, this episode delivers a spoiler-free review and thoughtful discussion of one of the year’s biggest releases.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen.

It’s officially holiday season at The Popcorn Podcast.
This week, Tommy and Ryan rank their Top 10 Christmas movies of all time, debating the classics, the modern favorites, and the films that somehow still divide households every year.

From heartwarming staples to chaotic holiday chaos, we break down what makes a Christmas movie truly timeless, and yes, we settle the debate on which films actually count as Christmas movies. Expect strong opinions, nostalgia, and plenty of friendly arguing along the way.

Grab some hot cocoa, queue up your favorite holiday watch, and join us as we rank the movies that define the season.

🎄🎧 Streaming now everywhere you listen.

The nightmare comes to an end.
This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy and Ryan break down the season finale of HBO’s Welcome to Derry, unpacking the final reveals, character payoffs, and the lingering questions left in Pennywise’s wake. From the biggest scares to the emotional conclusions, we analyze what worked, what didn’t, and how the finale ties into the larger IT universe.

Did the ending stick the landing? Which storylines paid off and which ones fell short? We dive deep into the themes, performances, and what this finale means for the future of the series.

Whether you’ve been watching since episode one or just finished the finale, this episode is your full spoiler-filled breakdown of Welcome to Derry’s chilling conclusion.

🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms.

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🎧 OUR 200th EPISODE! 🎉

This week marks a huge milestone: The Popcorn Podcast has officially hit 200 episodes!
Tommy and Ryan celebrate with a packed breakdown of Welcome to Derry Episode 7, one of the darkest and most revealing chapters of the season. We dive into the biggest twists, hidden clues, character shifts, and where Pennywise’s shadow looms next.

Then, for our 200th-episode double feature, we review the highly anticipated Five Nights at Freddy’s 2. Does the sequel improve on the original? Are the animatronics scarier? And does the story finally click for longtime fans? We get into everything.

From TV horror to game-movie mayhem, this milestone episode is a perfect reflection of everything we love talking about.

Thank you for being with us for 200 episodes. Here’s to hundreds more! 🍿❤️
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🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🎧This week on The Popcorn Podcast, Tommy & Ryan dive into a massive double-review episode covering Stranger Things Season 5 (Episodes 1–4) and Welcome to Derry Episode 6.

From Hawkins to Derry, we break down the biggest twists, character turns, emotional beats, hidden Easter eggs, and the wild theories fans are already buzzing about. Whether you're into horror, sci-fi, or just great TV, this is one of our biggest coverage weeks yet.

🔥 Topics Covered:– Stranger Things Season 5 Episodes 1–4 Review– Character arcs: Eleven, Hopper, Vecna, the new villains– Major Easter eggs + plot predictions– Welcome to Derry Episode 6 full breakdown– Pennywise theories + lore connections to IT– TV & film commentary across genres

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