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Popcorn Podcast

Leigh Livingstone and Tim Iffland

Celebrate cinema with Popcorn Podcast"s bite-sized salty episodes, as entertainment journalist Leigh Livingstone and movie expert Tim Iffland help you decide what to watch next. With exciting A-list interviews, in-depth reviews, giveaways, movie news and more, Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim is for movie lovers everywhere.Got a few minutes? Help us out by filling in this survey: http://bit.ly/popcornpodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

tv & film film reviews

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12:01

MOVIE NEWS: Jim Carrey and Johnny Depp casting news...

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2025/10/26

Welcome to Popcorn Podcast's salty, snackable movie news series, where we serve up freshly popped kernels from the film world. Join us for a buttery blast through The Jetsons Live-action remake starring Jim Carrey, Johnny Depp as Scrooge is teased and we revel in Send Help trailer starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien. Plus, we celebrate Colman Domingo as The Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good and farewell Hollywood icon Diane Keaton. Know someone who loves movies? Please sharePopcorn Podcastwith

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15:06

Madeleine McGraw on growing up with Gwen: inside...

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2025/10/17

Popcorn Podcast welcomes rising starMadeleine McGrawto discuss her return asGweninBlumhouse’sBlack Phone 2. In this spoiler-light interview, Madeleine reveals how Gwen evolves from fearless kid to haunted teen; what it’s like sharing intense scenes withEthan Hawke’sterrifying Grabber; and howSuper 8dream sequences blur reality in Scott Derrickson’s chilling sequel. She also talks stunt work (she didalmost allof it!), the film’s sibling core withMason Thames, and portraying trauma and PTSD with

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24:36

Roofman: Channing Tatum’s most surprising performance...

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2025/10/15

Roofmantells the real-life story of Jeffrey Manchester — a man who escaped prison and spent months living inside a Toys “R” Us. In this episode, Popcorn Podcast reviews howRoofmanblends heist thrills, emotional stakes and nostalgia in a way that’s equal parts unsettling and captivating.Let's discuss: Why Channing Tatum’s performance might be his most daring yet.The film’s tonal balancing act between humour and empathy.What makesRoofmana compelling true-crime drama.Nostalgic callbacks to Toys “R” Us

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25:00

Black Phone 2 review

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2025/10/13

We answer the call to explore Scott Derrickson’s haunting sequel to 2022 horror hit The Black Phone. With Ethan Hawke back as the Grabber, Mason Thames delivering teen angst with a side of PTSD and Madeleine McGraw stepping into the spotlight, this episode unpacks trauma, myth and supernatural horror against an icy new backdrop in Black Phone 2.Let's discuss:HowBlack Phone 2expands its mythology and themes of grief.Ethan Hawke’s masked performance and the mystery behind it.The balance between

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9:05

MOVIE NEWS: The Simpsons Movie 2, A Minecraft Movie 2...

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2025/10/12

Welcome to Popcorn Podcast's salty, snackable movie news series, where we serve up freshly popped kernels from the film world. Join us for a buttery blast through announcements for The Simpsons Movie 2, A Minecaft Movie 2 and another remake of 1980s TV classic Miami Vice, plus, Tangled's live-action remake from Disney eyes Scarlett Johansson for a big role.Know someone who loves movies? Please sharePopcorn Podcastwith your friends.Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air byshouting Leigh and Tim a movie

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13:49

Behind The Travellers with Bryan Brown and Bruce...

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2025/10/07

Two icons ofAustralian cinema,Bryan Brown(Cocktail,Boy Swallows Universe) andOscar-winning director Bruce Beresford(Driving Miss Daisy,Ladies in Black), reunite to discuss their heartfelt new filmThe Travellers — a moving story about family, love, and finding meaning in coming home. In thisPopcorn Podcastinterview, weexplore how Beresford transformed real-life experiences — including a surreal 'Jesus Christ bloodline' encounter — into a universal story of grief and humour. Meanwhile, Brown reflects

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21:22

Nick Offerman on humour, extremism and the power of...

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2025/10/04

Nick Offerman (Parks and Recreation,The Last of Us) joins Popcorn Podcast to talk about his gripping new filmSovereign. Offerman shares how he approached playing sovereign citizen Jerry Kane — a father consumed by radical beliefs — while keeping humanity at the heart of the role. Expect powerful insights, heartfelt reflection and hilarious stories about co-star Jacob Tremblay.More Popcorn: Patrick Warburton on iconic characters and living largeNick Frost shares How To Train Your DragonKnow someone

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21:16

From Gold Diggers to Hollywood: Claire Lovering on...

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2025/10/03

Claire Lovering joins Popcorn Podcast to talkPlay Dirty, the latest wild ride from Shane Black. The actor reveals what it was like working alongside Mark Wahlberg and Keegan-Michael Key, improvising on set, and finding the funny in disguises and heists. We also hear about her comedy roots, Groundlings ambitions and why even thieves need a moral code. We hope you enjoy this fun, insightful chat with one of Australia’s rising stars.More Popcorn:Keke Palmer is having One Of Them DaysCursed characters

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13:19

Max Minghella talks Shell and DC's Clayface update

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2025/10/02

Actor and director Max Minghella joins Popcorn Podcast to discuss his new horror-thrillerShell. From comparisons toDeath Becomes Her to Elisabeth Moss and Kate Hudson’s powerhouse performances and the wild 25-day shoot packed with challenging practical effects, Minghella also reveals lessons learned from working with filmmakers David Fincher, George Clooney and Damien Chazelle — plus shares a Clayface tease and what it's like working in James Gunn’s DC Universe.More Popcorn:Alex Scharfmann on Death

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12:57

MOVIE NEWS: Wicked: For Good, Avatar: Fire and Ash...

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2025/09/28

Welcome to Popcorn Podcast's salty, snackable movie news series, where we serve up freshly popped kernels from the film world. Join us for a buttery blast through some big trailer drops from Wicked: For Good and Avatar: Fire and Ash and nostalgic feels as Spaceballs 2 starts production in Sydney, Australia.Know someone who loves movies? Please sharePopcorn Podcastwith your friends.Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air byshouting Leigh and Tim a movie snack.Visitpopcornpodcast.comfor movie reviews,

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28:33

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey review

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2025/09/22

Step through the door with Popcorn Podcast as Leigh and Tim unlock what’s on the other side of A Big Bold Beautiful Journey.Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell star as single strangers Sarah and David who meet at a mutual friend’s wedding and find themselves on a sweeping adventure wherethey re-live important moments from their pasts and have a chance to alter their futures. With all the promise of a brilliant cast, and celebrated indie director and screenwriter behind the story, it's sure to be a hit,

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9:13

MOVIE NEWS: The Summer I Turned Pretty, Anaconda and...

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2025/09/21

Welcome to Popcorn Podcast's salty, snackable movie news series, where we serve up freshly popped kernels from the film world. Join us for a buttery blast through the big announcement of The Summer I Turned Pretty movie, a first look at Jack Black and Paul Rudd's Anaconda reimagining and big reveals from the Now You See Me 3 trailer.Know someone who loves movies? Please sharePopcorn Podcastwith your friends.Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air byshouting Leigh and Tim a movie

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18:40

Deborah Mailman, Lily Whiteley, Chris 'Brolga' Barns...

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2025/09/17

Popcorn Podcast hops into the heart of the Outback with the stars ofKangaroo, Australia’s new family adventure film. Deborah Mailman (The Sapphires,Mystery Road), Kangaroo Sanctuary founder Chris 'Brolga' Barns and breakout newcomer Lily Whiteley share heartfelt stories about filming in Alice Springs, working with real orphaned joeys and exploring themes of grief, family and belonging. From Hollywood-scale film sets in the Red Centre to the emotional truth of caring for Australia’s national icon,

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33:09

The Bad Guys 2 review

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2025/09/15

We're talking all thingsThe Bad Guys 2, the action-packed sequel to the hit animated film based on Aaron Blabey's bestselling books. Is it good to be bad, or just too fun to be good? Join Popcorn Podcast as we talk fart-fueled heroics, majestacular character arcs, the criminally good voice cast (hello, Sam Rockwell and Natasha Lyonne!), and what this sequel sets up for future films. Listen to find out why The Bad Guys 2 might just be the best animated film of the year.More Popcorn: Sam Rockwell and

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11:17

Simon Curtis on directing Downton Abbey’s grand farewell

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2025/09/10

Cinema’s most beloved estate closes its doors. Director Simon Curtis joinsPopcorn Podcastto share how he crafted the emotional and cinematic farewell ofDownton Abbey: The Grand Finale. From spectacular 1930s set pieces to heartfelt goodbyes, discover how one of Britain’s great ensembles bows out with grace, straight from the man behind the curtain.More Popcorn: It's a new era of Downton AbbeyKnow someone who loves movies? Please sharePopcorn Podcastwith your friends.Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air

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21:31

Dacre Montgomery on his new film, trauma and...

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2025/09/09

Australian actor Dacre Montgomery joins Popcorn Podcast to explore his chilling new supernatural dramaWent Up The Hill. Best known forStranger Things,Elvis andThe Broken Hearts Gallery, Montgomery opens up like never before, discussing the haunting dual role he shares with co-star Vicky Krieps, the emotional and physical toll of production, his poetic process and how art helps him confront personal trauma. This is a raw, revealing and fascinating chat with one of Australia’s most fearless

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22:47

The Roses review

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2025/09/08

Popcorn Podcast unpacksThe Roses, Jay Roach’s wickedly sharp reimagining ofThe War of the Roses, starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch together on screen for the first time. We break down how Colman’s free-spirited chef Ivy and Cumberbatch’s ambitious architect Theo go from playful lovers to bitter rivals after careers and egos clash in spectacular fashion. Expect lively debate over whether Colman and Cumberbatch’s chemistry makes them the perfect pairing or the ultimate enemies, and why

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12:29

MOVIE NEWS: Venice and Toronto Film Festivals,...

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2025/09/07

Welcome to Popcorn Podcast's salty, snackable movie news series, where we serve up freshly popped kernels from the film world. Join us for a buttery blast through the highlights from the Venice and Toronto Film Festivals, a first look at Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights and the stacked cast for Street Fighter.Know someone who loves movies? Please sharePopcorn Podcastwith your friends.Keep Popcorn Podcast on the air byshouting Leigh and Tim a movie snack.Visitpopcornpodcast.comfor movie reviews,

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14:32

Pierre Perifel on going bigger and bolder with The...

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2025/09/03

Director Pierre Perifel is back on Popcorn Podcast to talkThe Bad Guys 2, including rocket launches, Sabrina Carpenter’sEspresso, fart jokes in space and the sophisticated stupidness of it all.More Popcorn: Sam Rockwell and Craig Robinson reveal their best bad guysBad Girls Danielle Brooks, Natasha Lyonne and Maria Bakalova drop byDiving into the fart-fuelled heroics and criminally good voice cast of The Bad Guys 2Know someone who loves movies? Please sharePopcorn Podcastwith your friends.Keep

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13:49

The Bad Girls Danielle Brooks, Natasha Lyonne and...

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2025/09/02

The Bad Girls are here! Danielle Brooks (The Color Purple), Natasha Lyonne (Russian Doll) and Maria Bakalova (Borat Subsequent Moviefilm) join Popcorn Podcast to talk lollipops, heists and stealing the spotlight in DreamWorks sequelThe Bad Guys 2.More Popcorn (coming soon): Sam Rockwell and Craig Robinson reveal their best bad guysThe Bad Guys 2 director Pierre Perifel takes us behind the animated scenesFart-fuelled heroics and the criminally good voice cast of The Bad Guys 2Know someone who loves

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