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Get ready for James Gunn's latest project with Creature Commandos! Join us as we explore the world of this new DC animated series and see what it has in store for us! John & Vin discuss their general thoughts on and reaction to Creature Commandos season 1 after watching screeners for the full season. (SPOILER-FREE). Find the video of this podcast on YouTube at https://youtu.be/Rgtre9nusGE?si=e20wJGGbKU9faamN   CREATURE COMMANDOS (2024) Showrunner: Dean Lorey Written by: James Gunn Starring: Zoë Chao as Nina Mazursky Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr. Sean Gunn as G.I. Robot & Weasel David Harbour as Eric Frankenstein Alan Tudyk as Doctor Phosphorus Indira Varma as the Bride For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus

With the finale of Superman & Lois titled "It Went By So Fast" now available online, Vic and Vin discuss the legacy of the four-season television series. From the breathtaking opening sequence of season 1 to the emotional epilogue of season 4, this DC series is a triumphant achievement in the canon of Superman. Superman & Lois stars Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch as Clark Kent/Superman and Lois Lane, with Alex Garfin and Michael Bishop as their "Super Sons" Jordan and Jonathan Kent. Superman and his family take on the notorious villain Lex Luthor this final season, played by Michael Cudlitz. The show is streaming on the CW, Max and other providers.   For more articles, reviews, news and interviews, visit https://thecosmiccircus.com  

Join Vin as he shares his instant reaction to the brand-new DC animated series, Creature Commandos! nd the Frankenstein universe. Find the video version of this review on YouTube https://youtu.be/fmoXynCKkt0?si=u4jAA8j3isLQmfZT   For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus  

Vic and Vin discuss one of the most legendary Spider-Man storylines, Kraven's Last Hunt. They also look back at Sony's Spider-Man Universe and the potential for the upcoming Kraven The Hunter movie starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson! KRAVEN'S LAST HUNT (1987) Written by J. M. DeMatteis Pencilled by Mike Zeck Inked by Bob McLeod Lettered by Rick Parker Colored by Bob Sharen, Janet Jackson, Mike Zeck For the video of this review, visit our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/i52HRGscDqg   For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus  

John & Vin dive deep into Jon M. Chu's Wicked. Does the newest Wizard of Oz installment live up to expectations? How does it build on the legacy of the books, movies, and musicals that have come before?   Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning and Oscar®-nominated powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda. The two forge an unlikely but profound friendship, until their lives take very different paths. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. Find the full video of this review on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vwqrO9kVoPk?si=1dX0V1VWwOdpS0Lh       For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus  

John & Vin continue their discussion of Gladiator II with a spoiler-filled deep dive into the twists and turns of Ridley Scott's new sequel. This next chapter is produced by Scott Free Productions and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The script was written by David Scarpa, based on a story idea by Peter Craig. Set years after the original 2000 Oscar-winning film, the sequel features Paul Mescal as Lucius Verus. Returning cast members include Connie Nielsen as Lucilla and Derek Jacobi as Gracchus. New additions to the cast are Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, and Denzel Washington. Here is the full synopsis: Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people. Find the video version of this review at https://youtu.be/NMM5X9ahBPU   For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus  

John and Vin review the long-awaited sequel, Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott. This next chapter is produced by Scott Free Productions and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The script was written by David Scarpa, based on a story idea by Peter Craig. Set years after the original 2000 Oscar-winning film, the sequel features Paul Mescal as Lucius Verus. Returning cast members include Connie Nielsen as Lucilla and Derek Jacobi as Gracchus. New additions to the cast are Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, and Denzel Washington.  Find the full video review on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/-zvZG7a53s8?si=OwhgkKwY_cGAUnSP   For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus (now on Bluesky @TheCosmicCircus.com) or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus  

Vin breaks down his thoughts on Paddington in Peru and the state of the Paddington franchise. Paddington in Peru is now playing in the UK, Ireland, Poland and some other countries (so check your local listings) and lands in theaters in the United States January 17, 2025 Find the video version of this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EJB1V4XPz-Q?si=pqb70JNrRLxS2du0   For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus

Should you watch Gladiator II? Vin gives a quick late night instant reaction to the new Gladiator movie from Ridley Scott. Stay tuned for his full-length discussion next week with John! #gladiator #gladiator2 #moviereview #newmovie Find the video version of this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EJB1V4XPz-Q?si=pqb70JNrRLxS2du0   For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus

In this episode of The Cosmic Circle, Anthony, Vin and Wiktor (aka "Vic") discuss the full season of HBO's The Penguin in all its spoilery details! So come back later if you haven't watched the whole season yet because it was a great discussion! The three talk about the brutal nature of Colin Farrell's Oswald Cobb and Cristin Milioti's Sofia Falcone, the show's similarities with The Sopranos, and the shocking twists in the series. The Penguin series, podcast credits and show notes Contributors/Writers Anthony Flagg Wiktor Reinfuss Vin   Executive Producer/Editor Lizzie Hill Recorded on 11/14/2024 For more nerdy pop culture coverage, including movie and TV news, reviews, and interviews by The Cosmic Circus contributors, visit https://www.thecosmiccircus.com Follow us on social media @mycosmiccircus or visit the Linktree to find us: https://linktr.ee/cosmiccircus