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PODCAST

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love

David Thompson & Matt Roembke

For fans who don’t just watch — they follow. The Direct Podcast is everything you need to know about the movie and TV universes you love, with news and reviews from your favorite blockbuster, comic book, and popcorn franchises. If a night at the theater feels like game day, you are in the right place.

tv & film film reviews

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43:54

Fantastic Four (2005) REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/20

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt rewind back to 2005 and review Fantastic Four, starring Ioan Gruffudd, Jessica Alba, Chris Evans, Michael Chiklis, and Julian McMahon. Will the 2025 reboot be able to capture this underrated magic?The Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct Extras YouTube PageThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The DirectFollow David on TwitterFollow Matt on Twitter

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70:10

Superman Hot Takes & Rankings

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/18

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt are joined by The Direct's Klein Felt to get into extra innings, with Superman Overtime, one week after its wide release. The trio discuss any remaining thoughts on the film, the future of the DCU, rank the Superman films, and react to spicy Superman 2025 Hot Takes!TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:09 - Intro2:16 - Klein's Superman Review8:32 - Superman Box Office Week 119:51 - Best James Gunn Movie Line25:01 - Superman Movie Rankings39:27 -

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40:53

Superman Soars at Box Office & Spider-Man 4 Goes Old...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/14

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt sort out what matters with the opening performance of Superman at the box office. Then, the duo chats about Tom Holland's recent quotes about Spider-Man: Brand New Day filming on location. Finally, David tests Matt's Marvel knowledge, quizzing him on how many appearances certain characters have had in the MCU.TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:10 - Intro2:07 - WIN TWO FANTASTIC FOUR TICKETS!3:53 - Superman Box Office News19:26 - Spider-Man 4

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73:20

Superman (2025) REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/10

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt enter the new DCU, helmed by James Gunn, with the latest comic book movie, Superman. Introducing David Corenswet as Superman, the duo dive into their spoiler-free thoughts, then dive into the film room (because Movies are Sports) and reveal their spoiler-filled thoughts. Finally, it's time for top plays, which Superman has plenty of!TIMECODES:0:00 - Beginning0:09 - Intro1:44 - Superman REVIEW (Spoiler-Free)15:37 - Superman REVIEW

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50:19

MCU Phase 5 Ranking & Grades

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/10

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt revisit the entirety of Marvel Studios' Phase 5, rank each project against the others, and discuss an average ranking that factors in listener opinions! Then, it's time to grade Phase 5 and see where it stacks up against Phase 2 and Phase 4.TIMECODES:0:00 - Intro01:35 - MCU Phase 5 RANKED41:58 - MCU Phase 5 GRADESThe Direct Podcast PatreonThe Direct ExtrasThe MCU Top 5 NewsletterThank you all for hanging around, and please be a friend,

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49:36

Paul Walter Hauser is Mole Man, The Odyssey Trailer,...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/07

On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David and Matt break down the biggest headlines in movies and TV, including the epic first trailer for The Odyssey and the confirmation of Paul Walter Hauser as Mole Man in The Fantastic Four. We also share our latest predictions for Superman's box office debut and where it could land among James Gunn’s biggest comic book openings. Plus, we react to trailers for Eyes of Wakanda, Cat in the Hat, and Running Man, and celebrate the record-breaking success

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0:36

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love Trailer

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/07

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33:37

Jurassic World Rebirth REVIEW – The Return of a GREAT...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/04

This episode was originally posted on The Direct Extras YouTube page.On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Matt Roembke share their love for the seventh Jurassic film: Jurassic World Rebirth. Let us know in a comment below what you thought of the new Dino-film!Subscribe on Patreon!

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36:20

Ironheart Finale REVIEW – Cameo of the Decade?

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/07/03

This episode was originally posted on The Direct Extras YouTube page.On today's episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Matt Roembke break down their thoughts on the final three episodes of Ironheart. More importantly, they debate what could be next for Riri Williams and the devilish character introduced in the finale!Subscribe on Patreon!

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101:05

Denis Villeneuve to Direct James Bond, Ironheart...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/30

This episode was originally posted on The Direct Extras YouTube page.On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Matt Roembke discuss Denis Villeneuve directing the next James Bond movie and who could play 007. After the news, they're joined by Phase Hero's Jenna Anderson to review the first three episodes of Ironheart. Finally, ahead of Jurassic World: Rebirth, the duo rewinds back to 1993's Jurassic Park.Subscribe on Patreon!TIMECODES:0:00 - Intro03:01 - Denis Villeneuve To

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136:49

The Punisher Joins Spider-Man 4, Mystery 2028 MCU...

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/23

This episode was originally posted on The Direct Extras YouTube page.On this episode of The Direct Podcast, David Thompson and Matt Roembke discuss the massive news that Jon Bernthal is joining Tom Holland in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The duo also tackles news stories like a mystery 2028 Marvel movie and the DCU Clayface casting. Then, Matt challenges David to guess the highest-earning (domestic) movie of each year going back to 2014. Later, David reviews F1: The Movie, starring Brad Pitt,

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22:42

How to Train Your Dragon (2025) REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/17

The Direct's Russ Milheim joins David Thompson to review the 2025 How to Train Your Dragon remake.

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50:29

Superman Returns REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/16

David Thompson and Matt Roembke soar back to 2006 for a Superman Returns review.

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43:54

Superman (1978) REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/10

David Thompson and Matt Roembke soar back to 1978 for a Superman: The Movie review.

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37:08

From the World of John Wick: Ballerina REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/06/09

David Thompson and Matt Roembke share their thoughts on the John Wick spin-off Ballerina.

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59:10

Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/26

The Mission: Impossible franchise comes to an end. David Thompson and Matt Roembke review the Tom Cruise franchise finale, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning.

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26:12

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/19

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning review.

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200:51

Andor Season 2 REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/15

David Thompson and Matt Roembke dive deep on every episode of Andor Season 2.TIMECODES:0:00 - Intro0:11 - Episodes 1-31:00:46 - Episodes 4-61:42:11 - Episodes 7-92:36:38 - Episodes 10-12

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53:46

Mission: Impossible - Fallout REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/12

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible Fallout review.

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64:08

Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation REVIEW

The Direct Podcast: Universes You Love ·

2025/05/05

David Thompson and Matt Roembke rewind on a dangerous mission, some may even call it impossible. The Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation.

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