Road to Doomsday - Thor (338)

We're well into our journey down the Road to Doomsday and it's time for Kenneth Branagh's 2011 movie Thor, the introduction of Gods and magic to the MCU. The conversation covers Asgardian lore, long character arcs and disappointing Frost Giants.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Film Stories podcast networkKat Kourbeti can be found hereShow NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of Loki season 1Craig’s reviews of What If…?Craig’s reviews of HawkeyeCraig’s reviews of Moon KnightCraig’s reviews of Secret InvasionCraig’s reviews of The Flash season 9Movie ReviewsCraig’s review of Guardians of the GalaxyCraig’s review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2Craig’s review of Thor: RagnarokCraig’s review of Black PantherCraig’s review of Avengers: Infinity WarCraig’s review of Avengers: EndgameCraig’s review of Thor: Love and ThunderCraig’s review of Black Panther: Wakanda ForeverCraig’s review of Deadpool & WolverineCraig’s review of Captain America: Brave New WorldCraig’s review of Spider-Man: Brand New DayCraig's review of Kong: Skull IslandPodcastsOur Road to Doomsday seriesThe AvengersGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2Thor RagnarokBlack PantherAvengers: Infinity WarAvengers: Endgame – first and second podcastLoki season 1What If…?HawkeyeMoon KnightThor: Love and ThunderSecret InvasionCaptain America: Brave New WorldSpider-Man: Brand New DayThe Flash final seasonStar Trek Into Darkness⁠MiscTom Hiddleston's screentest for ThorThe Weekly Planet podcastThe referenced fan art - one, two, three and fourMusicNiall Stenson’s cover of the “Marvel music” and his YouTube channelIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

Dean Redman returns to Kneel Before Pod and Craig had the pleasure of talking to him about his role as Archie Moore on The Greatest. The conversation covers learning fight choreography, growing as an artist and embodying a real person.Show NotesDean’s IMDbDean’s TwitterDean’s InstagramDean's previous appearance on the podcastIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

October is over and the usual news roundup podcast is ready for consumption. The conversation covers more revivals, under wraps plot details and comforting trash.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast NetworkAngus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloudIzaak Stoakes can be found on Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram and his writing InstagramAaron Billingham can be found on this very siteShow NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of WandaVisionCraig’s reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 1Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 4Craig’s reviews of Star Trek: PicardMovie ReviewsCraig’s review of Resident Evil (2026)Craig’s review of Thor: Love and ThunderCraig's review of Madame WebCraig’s review of The BatmanCraig's review of DuneCraig’s review of UpgradedCraig's review of SynchronicCraig's review of The MegCraig’s review of Jumanji: Welcome to the JungleCraig's review of Transformers: Age of ExtinctionCraig's review of Transformers: The Last KnightCraig’s review of BumblebeeCraig's review of Transformers: Rise of the BeastsCraig's review of Transformers OneCraig's review of Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe OriginsCraig's review of PreyCraig’s review of Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force AwakensCraig’s review of Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi Craig’s review of Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of SkywalkerCraig’s review of Jurassic WorldCraig’s review of Jurassic World: Fallen KingdomCraig’s review of Jurassic World: DominionCraig’s review of Jurassic World: RebirthGraeme’s review of BaywatchGraeme’s review of Kubo and the Two StringsPodcastsOur Road to Doomsday seriesOur 2026 Halloween specialOur Multiverse of Santas Christmas Writer's RoomStar Trek: Picard season 1Star Trek: Picard season 2Star Trek: Picard season 3Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 1Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 4Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force AwakensStar Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi – first podcast and second podcastStar Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of SkywalkerObi Wan KenobiAndor season 1Andor season 2Thor: Love and ThunderMadame WebThe BatmanTrailersAllenWay of the Warrior KidJumanji: Open WorldGuarding StarsIn a HolidazeA Dog’s Perfect ChristmasThe Man with The BagStepsHexedIn WavesHersheyThe Altruists12 12 12BaywatchAbove the BelowThe Beekeeper 2Narnia: The Magician’s NephewDune: Part ThreeNewsTV series based on the Spider-Man “Clone Saga”Stephen Soderbergh steps in to finish principal photography on The Batman Part IIPoison Ivy TV series in the worksJac Schaefer to develop Stargate seriesZendaya to star in Alex Garland’s upcoming sci-fi movieTom Holland and Drew Pearce team on Penthouse</e

Spooky Season is upon us again and Kneel Before Pod dedicates its Halloween Special to the recent YouTuber turned directed movies, Obsession and Backrooms. The conversation covers topical contemporary issues, unbreakable cycles and killing Star Wars.This episode contains discussion of sexual assault, abuse, coercive behaviour, and trauma among other sensitive topics. If these topics affect you, support is available:NO MORE Global DirectoryFind A HelplineBefrienders WorldwideIf you are in immediate danger or experiencing a crisis, please contact emergency services or a crisis support service in your country.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast NetworkAngus Ballantine can be found on this very site and over on SoundCloudNatalie Lyons Ballantine can be found on this site, upcycling trash to jewellery on Etsy under DisasterFashion and TattyBoJangs. She can also be found sharing foraging findings on InstagramShow NotesMovie ReviewsCraig's review of Resident Evil (2026)Craig’s review of The FlashPodcastsLast year's Halloween specialThe FlashMiscThe referenced Saturday Night Live sketchMusicKOSmusic’s cover of the “Halloween theme” and their YouTube channelKaleidoscope Covers cover of "Forever" by The Little Dippers and their YouTube channelIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

The Road to Doomsday continues with 2011's Iron Man 2. The conversation covers flawed characters, figuring out the formula and death and alcoholism.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast NetworkDarren Mooney's words can be read on Second Wind Group or his website and his voice can be heard on The 250 podcast or Dublin’s Q102 radio station. He can also be found on Twitter and BlueSky.Show NotesTV Reviews Craig’s reviews of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.Craig’s reviews of Ms. MarvelCraig’s reviews of She-Hulk: Attorney At LawCraig’s reviews of Secret InvasionMovie Reviews Craig’s review of Avengers: Age of UltronCraig’s review of Ant-ManCraig’s review of Captain America: Civil WarCraig’s review of Doctor StrangeCraig’s review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2Craig’s review of Spider-Man: HomecomingCraig’s review of Avengers: Infinity WarCraig’s review of Captain MarvelCraig’s review of Avengers: EndgameCraig’s review of Spider-Man: Far From HomeCraig’s review of Black WidowCraig’s review of EternalsCraig’s review of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessCraig’s review of Deadpool & WolverineCraig’s review of Captain America: Brave New WorldCraig’s review of Thunderbolts*Craig’s review of Spider-Man: Brand New DayCraig’s review of Batman V Superman: Dawn of JusticeCraig’s review of The FlashCraig’s review of SupergirlPodcastsOur Road to Doomsday seriesThe AvengersCaptain America: Civil WarDoctor StrangeGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2Avengers: Infinity WarCaptain MarvelAvengers: Endgame – first and second podcastSpider-Man: Far From HomeBlack WidowEternalsDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessMs. MarvelShe-Hulk: Attorney at LawSecret InvasionDeadpool & WolverineCaptain America: Brave New WorldThunderbolts*Spider-Man: Brand New DayBatman V Superman: Dawn of JusticeThe Flash (Movie)SupergirlMiscEmily Blunt talking about turning down the role of Black WidowMusicNiall Stenson’s cover of the “Marvel music” and his YouTube channelIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

We continue our journey down the Road to Doomsday with the second MCU entry, The Incredible Hulk. The conversation covers building a franchise, compromised visions and the Hulk being close to God!FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast NetworkIzaak Stoakes can be found on Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram and his writing InstagramDarren Mooney's words can be read on Second Wind Group or his website and his voice can be heard on The 250 podcast or Dublin’s Q102 radio station. He can also be found on Twitter and BlueSky.Show NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of She-Hulk: Attorney At LawCraig’s reviews of HawkeyeMovie ReviewsOur Road to Doomsday seriesCraig’s review of Avengers: Age of UltronCraig’s review of Thor: RagnarokCraig’s review of Black WidowCraig’s review of Captain America: Brave New WorldCraig’s review of Thunderbolts*Craig’s review of Spider-Man: Brand New DayX-Men Origins: WolverinePodcastsAvengers: Age of UltronThor RagnarokBlack WidowHawkeyeShe-Hulk: Attorney at LawCaptain America: Brave New WorldThunderbolts*Spider-Man: Brand New DayMusicNiall Stenson’s cover of the “Marvel music” and his YouTube channelIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

Recently, Craig had the pleasure of talking to Lindsey Ryan, the writer and director of the movie Capsized, which premiered at this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival. The discussion covers challenging herself as a film maker, hoping for good weather and bittersweet reality.Show NotesCraig's review of CapsizedLindsey's IMDbThe Capsized websiteIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

September has ended and we're awake to discuss the news and trailers. The conversation covers premature stories, vocal departures and franchises learning nothing.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast NetworkAndrew Marshall’s work can be found on this site and on the Starburst websiteShow NotesTV ReviewsCraig's reviews of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 4Craig's reviews of Marvel's InhumansMovie ReviewsCraig's review of Resident Evil (2026)Craig's review of Heart of the BeastCraig's review of Fall 2Craig's review of SkintownCraig's review of CapsizedCraig's review of Masters of the UniverseCraig’s review of Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among ThievesCraig's review of Solo: A Star Wars StoryCraig's review of Star Trek: Section 31Craig's review of Alien: CovenantCraig's review of Alien: RomulusCraig's review of Cop CarCraig's review of World War ZGraeme's review of Kubo and the Two StringsPodcastsCraig's interview with Ella LucasCraig's interview with Kieron J. WalshCraig's interview with Victor CookStar Trek: Strange New Worlds season 4Our Road to Doomsday seriesDungeons & Dragons: Honour Among ThievesOur Alien Day podcastsSolo: A Star Wars StoryMarvel's Inhumans - First Podcast and Second PodcastStar Trek Into DarknessTrailersWildwoodRemainAnimalsThe Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff BoothArtificialInkMaddenWerwulfDay DrinkerClayfaceRay GunnGremlins 3Godzilla Minus ZeroThe Hunger Games: Sunrise on the ReapingStreet FighterNewsAsa Germann cast as Angel in X-MenMarvel spy thriller TV series Zodiac greenlitInformation on next Star Trek movieWorld War Z sequel is back onNew Saw movieMeryl Streep to voice Aslan in Greta Gerwig’s Chronicles of NarniaRidley Scott confirms plans for a new Alien movieRobert Eggers to direct Romeo & Juliet adaptationMargaret Qualley and Sabrina Carpenter to star in Fred Astaire biopicPlaymatesThe Challenger castRyan Gosling developing live-action Flinstones movie about Bamm-BammJon Watts to direct new Star Wars Skywalker saga movieMiscCraig's recent appearance on ChuckyVision discussing SoulM8teAdam Driver's X-Men announcementTom Holland's Lip Sync battle performanceThe Flintstones sketches on Family GuyMusicNiall Stenson’s cover of the “Marvel music”, the "Star Wars Cantina Theme" and his YouTube channelIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

The next stop on the Road to Doomsday is the start of the Marvel Cinematic Universe; 2008's Iron Man. The conversation covers ambition, character growth and billionaires as protagonists.FeaturingCraig McKenzie can be found on this very site and over on We Are Starfleet on the Trek Geeks Podcast Network.Aaron Billingham can be found on this very siteShow NotesTV ReviewsCraig’s reviews of What If…?Movie ReviewsCraig’s review of Avengers: Age of UltronCraig’s review of Spider-Man: HomecomingCraig’s review of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessCraig’s review of Ant-Man and The Wasp: QuantumaniaCraig’s review of Thunderbolts*Craig’s review of The Fantastic Four: First StepsCraig’s review of The FlashCraig’s review of SupermanPodcastsOur Road to Doomsday seriesAvengers: Age of UltronSpider-Man: HomecomingWhat If…?Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessAnt-Man and the Wasp: QuantumaniaThunderbolts*The Fantastic Four: First StepsThe FlashSupermanMiscThe Onion video about the Iron Man trailerMusicNiall Stenson’s cover of the “Marvel music” and his YouTube channelIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord

Recently, Craig had the pleasure of talking to Kieron J. Walsh, the director of the movie Skintown, which premiered at this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival. The discussion covers treating difficult subjects sensitively, learning from history and making sequences look bigger than they actually are.Show NotesCraig's review of SkintownKieron's IMDbIf you enjoyed what you heard here, please subscribe to Kneel Before Pod. If you have any feedback then we’d love to hear it. You can find us on Facebook ,Twitter and BlueSky. We can also be found on TikTok. You can also make yourself known in the comments section below or you can join us on Discord