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Episode #482: Moana (2026)

By on Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Finally it is at an end, for now. This week Matt, Mike, and Ma review the last kids film for a while, Moana (2026) starring Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson, John Tui, and Frankie Adams. Additional topics include Hawaii chickens, pool parties, and another Disney money grab.

Next pod we hit the theaters to check out a film that is already super controversial without anyone even seeing it yet! We will watch Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, and Zendaya. 

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Moana (2026) Moana (2026) Movie Poster

Director: Thomas Kail

Writers: Jared Bush, Dana Ledoux Miller, Ron Clements, and John Musker

Stars: Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson, John Tui, and Rena Owen

Release Date: July 10, 2026

Storyline from IMDB

Live-action adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film ‘Moana.’

Watch the Moana (2026) trailer below.

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Episode #481: Minions & Monsters

By on Wednesday, July 8, 2026

The dog days of summer continue! This week Mike continues his torture of Matt with our second of three kids films this summer, Minions & Monsters starring Pierre Coffin, Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, and Jeff Bridges. Bonus topics include Shrek 5 is coming, Team USA loses, and bored kids.  

Well next week guess what, we review yet another kids film! Yep it’s almost over folks, hang in there. We hit the theaters to check out the live action remake of Moana starring Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson, John Tui, and Frankie Adams.

You can find us on all things social such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and Bluesky. We also have an awesome community you can join, click here to check out our Facebook Fan Group so you can yell at Mike and Matt from the comfort of your keyboard while talking about films. Thanks for stopping by and listening to our podcast, we appreciate each and everyone of you and we will be back next week with another incredible episode of the Reel Film Nerds podcast.

Minions & Monsters

Director: Pierre Coffin

Writers: Pierre Coffin and Brian Lynch

Stars: Pierre Coffin, Trey Parker, Allison Janney, and Jeff Bridges

Release Date: July 1, 2026

Storyline from IMDB

Follows the Minions in 1920s Hollywood as they search for frightening creatures for their monster movie, partner with a green creature, and must save the planet after unleashing monsters.

Watch Minions & Monsters trailer below.

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Episode #440: The Roses

By on Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Welcome nerderinos to another amazing chat about film! Today the team discusses The Roses directed by Jay Roach and starring Olivia Colman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kate McKinnon, and Andy Samberg. Off topics include Southpark, a new amazing giveaway, and The War of the Roses original film.

For our next podcast we review a sequel no one saw coming, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues starring Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, Rob Reiner, and Fran Drescher. Thanks for tuning in. We will be back next week with another episode of the Reel Film Nerds Podcast!

You can find us on all things social such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or X. We also have an awesome community you can join, click here to check out our Facebook Fan Group so you can yell at Mike and Matt from the comfort of your keyboard while talking about films. Thanks for stopping by and listening to our podcast, we appreciate each and everyone of you.

The Roses The Roses Movie Poster

Director: Jay Roach

Writers: Warren Adler and Tony McNamara

Stars: Olivia Colman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kate McKinnon, and Andy Samberg

Release Date: August 29, 2025

Storyline from IMDB

A tinderbox of competition and resentments underneath the façade of a picture-perfect couple is ignited when the husband’s professional dreams come crashing down.

Watch The Roses trailer below.

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Episode #401: Moana 2 with Ma Hinshaw

By on Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Welcome to December everyone! This week we have a fun one for ya. Mike and Ma Hinshaw chat about Moana 2 while Matt sits back and moderates the madness. Tell us what you think about this new format and if we should keep doing a three person pod or return to two separate pods. Off topics include family, Indian films, and Thanksgiving dinner.

For our review next week we hit the streaming services to watch the dark comedy Dear Santa starring Jack Black and Robert Timothy Smith. Thank you for your continued support of our passion project. We will be back next week with another episode of the Reel Film Nerds Podcast!

You can find us on all things social such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or X. We also have an awesome community you can join, click here to check out our Facebook Fan Group so you can yell at Mike and Matt from the comfort of your keyboard while talking about films. Thanks for stopping by and listening to our podcast, we appreciate each and everyone of you.

Moana 2 Moana 2 Movie Poster

Directors: David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller

Writers: Jared Bush, Dana Ledoux Miller, Bek Smith, and Bryson Chun

Stars: Auli’i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Hualalai Chung, and Rose Matafeo

Release Date: November 27, 2024

Storyline from IMDB

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.

Watch the Moana 2 trailer below.

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Episode #377: Bad Boys: Ride or Die

By on Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Welcome one and all to our little show! For today’s pod the wannabe Bad Boys, Matt and Mike, review the OG Bad Boys latest film Bad Boys: Ride or Die starring Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, and Vanessa Hudgens. Not badass police action film topics include Skynet, small lenders at concerts, and animals in film.  

Next week Mike, Matt, and Ma get in touch with their emotions with the latest Pixar film Inside Out 2 starring Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, and Lewis Black. Don’t forget to stay to the end for Ma Hinshaw Loses Her Cookies Episode #67, yep we are back on Skype. Thank you for listening and we will chat with you next week!

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Bad Boys: Ride or Die Bad Boys: Ride or Die Movie Poster

Directors: Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah

Writers: Chris Bremner, Will Beall, and George Gallo

Stars: Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Vanessa Hudgens, and Rhea Seehorn

Release Date: June 7, 2024

Storyline from IMDB

This Summer, the world’s favorite Bad Boys are back with their iconic mix of edge-of-your seat action and outrageous comedy but this time with a twist: Miami’s finest are now on the run.

Watch the Bad Boys: Ride or Die trailer  below.

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