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Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope

Zach Pope Reviews

🎬 Flicks and Friends is your semi-monthly hangout for all things movies! Whether you"re a casual viewer or a full-on film buff, join us as we dive deep into the stories, characters, and behind-the-scenes magic of your favorite films. From timeless classics to modern masterpieces, we break down what makes these movies matter—and why they stay with us. Grab some popcorn and press play… it’s movie night with friends!

tv & film

All Episodes

00:11:40

My 10 Most Anticipated Summer Movies (2026)

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/24

Zach counts down his 10 most anticipated summer movies of 2026. Featuring major titles like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Toy Story 5, The Backrooms, Supergirl, The Mandalorian and Grogu, and more, Zach breaks down why this summer movie season could be one of the biggest in years.

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00:08:44

Michael Movie Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/23

Zach reviews Michael (2026), the new Michael Jackson biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson. Zach discusses the performances, musical recreations, emotional beats, and why he believes the harsh critic response may be overblown. While not a great film, Zach explains why it’s still a solid and worthwhile watch.

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00:06:19

Normal Movie Review | Hot Fuzz in America?! (And It...

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/15

Zach reviews Normal (2026), a neo-western crime film starring Bob Odenkirk and directed by Ben Wheatley. The story follows a substitute sheriff uncovering dark secrets in a small Midwestern town after a botched bank robbery. With a tone reminiscent of Hot Fuzz, Zach breaks down why this weird, energetic film ends up being such a fun and unexpected watch.

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00:07:40

Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair Review — A...

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/09

Zach reviews Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair, the revival mini-series bringing back the iconic sitcom. He breaks down whether the show captures the magic of the original, how the returning cast performs, and whether this nostalgic comeback is actually worth watching.

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00:06:41

YOU, ME & TUSCANY Movie Review | Sweet, Simple, and...

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/09

Zach reviews You, Me & Tuscany (2026), a romantic comedy starring Halle Bailey, Lorenzo de Moor, Regé-Jean Page, and Isabella Ferrari. Directed by Kat Coiro and produced by Will Packer, the film follows Anna as she travels to Tuscany and navigates unexpected romance, lies, and comedic chaos. While it’s predictably cheesy at times, Zach explains why this modern rom-com works as a sweet, feel-good escape for audiences.

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00:11:38

The Boys Season 5 Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/06

The Boys Season 5 is here and as the FINAL season, this show delivers one of its darkest, most emotional, and most intense chapters yet… and honestly, it’s almost perfect.Created by Eric Kripke and based on the comic by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, The Boys has been one of the most brutal and thought-provoking superhero series on Amazon Prime Video — and Season 5 raises the stakes higher than ever.The final season sees the return of Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, and Karen

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00:12:21

10 Nintendo Games That NEED Movies After Super Mario...

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/02

🎬 After the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and now Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Nintendo is clearly building something BIG on the big screen.In today’s video, I’m breaking down 10 Nintendo games that NEED movie adaptations, whether it’s for their storytelling, world-building, or just how perfect they’d be for a cinematic experience.From iconic franchises like The Legend of Zelda, Metroid, and Star Fox, to some more unexpected picks, these are the games I think Nintendo should prioritize next

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00:09:49

The Drama Movie Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/04/01

Zach reviews The Drama, the latest A24 film from director Kristoffer Borgli starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. What starts as a seemingly typical romantic story quickly turns into something far more unsettling and bizarre. Zach breaks down the film’s shocking twist, its deconstruction of the rom-com genre, and why — despite being a total WTF experience — it ended up being one of his most fascinating watches of the year.

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00:12:32

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/31

The Mario universe expands to the stars in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie—but does this sequel truly evolve the franchise, or does it play things a little too safe?In this review, I break down my full thoughts on the latest Nintendo/Illumination adventure, starring Chris Pratt as Mario, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Charlie Day as Luigi, and Jack Black returning as Bowser. With the introduction of fan-favorite characters like Rosalina and the Lumas, the film takes us into the cosmic world

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00:08:45

They Will Kill You Movie Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/25

They Will Kill You is one of the most INSANE and blood-soaked rides of the year… and I had an absolute blast with it. This is my Movie Review for THEY WILL KILL YOU Starring Zazie Beetz, Myha’La, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette.Directed by Kirill Sokolov and written by Sokolov & Alex Litvak, the film is produced by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti and Dan Kagan, and executive produced by Russell Ackerman, John Schoenfelder, Carl Hampe, Litvak and Sokolov.In

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00:12:34

Daredevil Born Again Season 2 Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/25

🔥 Daredevil is BACK… and it’s almost perfect. 🔥In my full review of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, I break down why this season finally captures the tone, grit, and storytelling that made the original series so iconic.After a slower start, Season 2 delivers HARD with intense action, emotional character arcs, and some of the best fight choreography we’ve seen in the MCU. This is the closest we’ve gotten to the Netflix-era magic — and it shows.⚖️ Is this the true return of the Devil of Hell’s

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00:09:41

Ready or Not Here I Come Movie Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/19

Zach reviews Ready or Not: Here I Come, the long-awaited sequel to the 2019 horror hit. While the film delivers bigger action, more gore, and expands the world beyond the original, it doesn’t quite capture the same magic. Zach breaks down what works, what falls short, and why this sequel ends up being good — but ultimately a bit disappointing.

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00:08:46

Invincible Season 4 Reaction and Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/16

Zach reviews Season 4 of Invincible, the hit animated superhero series from Amazon Prime Video based on Robert Kirkman’s comic. The new season raises the stakes with bigger action, deeper emotional storytelling, and major developments for Mark Grayson and the world around him. Zach breaks down why Season 4 might be the best season of the series so far and how the show continues to push the boundaries of superhero storytelling.

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00:17:34

2026 Oscar Winners Reactions

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/16

Oscar Winners Reaction 2026SINNERS and One Battle After Another dominates the night! Sinners takesBest Actor, Original Screenplay, Score, and Cinematography, while Paul Thomas Anderson finally wins Best Director for One Battle After Another, and the night delivered plenty of surprises across the board! This is my 2026 Oscar winners live reaction.Zach Pope dives into the dazzling highs, emotional speeches, and shocking upsets of the 98th Academy Awards, held on March 15, 2026. Hosted by Conan

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00:06:47

Reminders of Him | Movie Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/11

In this episode, Zach reviews Reminders of Him, the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel. While the movie definitely leans into the cliché and cheesy side of romantic dramas, it ends up being one of the better Colleen Hoover adaptations so far. Zach breaks down the performances, emotional moments that had the audience reacting in big ways, and why these adaptations are starting to feel like the modern-day equivalent of Nicholas Sparks movies.

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00:09:47

Undertone Movie Review

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/10

I review Undertone, the newest horror film from A24. Instead of relying on traditional scares, the movie builds tension through atmosphere, haunting sound design, and psychological dread. I break down what makes the film so unsettling, why its approach to horror works so well, and whether it stands among the stronger horror releases of the year.

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00:11:37

Project Hail Mary Movie Review | A Masterpiece

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/10

I review Project Hail Mary, the ambitious new science fiction film based on Andy Weir’s bestselling novel. Starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the movie blends huge sci-fi ideas with emotional storytelling and humor. I break down why the film works so well, why Gosling delivers such a strong performance, and why I believe Project Hail Mary is an instant sci-fi classic and one of the standout films of the year.

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00:09:58

ONE PIECE SEASON 2 REVIEW

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/10

I review Season 2 of the Netflix live-action adaptation of One Piece. After a hugely successful first season, the series returns with bigger adventures, new characters, and the next stage of Luffy’s journey toward becoming the King of the Pirates. I break down how Season 2 expands the world, how faithful it remains to Eiichiro Oda’s original manga and anime, and why it continues to stand out as one of the best live-action anime adaptations ever made.

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00:08:58

2026 Oscar Winners Predictions

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/08

I deliver my final predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards. After months of awards season campaigning, festival buzz, critics awards, and guild results, I break down who I think will ultimately win the biggest categories at the Oscars this year. From Best Picture and Best Director to the acting races, these are my official predictions heading into Hollywood’s biggest night.

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00:14:47

Every Original Pixar Movie Ranked (including Hoppers)

Flicks and Friends with Zach Pope ·

2026/03/07

I rank every original Pixar movie from worst to best, focusing only on Pixar’s original storytelling and leaving out the sequels. From the groundbreaking success of Toy Story to emotional masterpieces like Coco and Soul, and the studio’s newest originals like Elio and Hoppers, Pixar has consistently pushed the boundaries of animation and storytelling. I break down which films still stand as Pixar’s greatest achievements and which ones fall lower on the list.

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