Rogue Bites: Indian Epics, Ponniyin Selvan and Baahubali: The Epic from Rogue Reviews Jul 27, 2026 11 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Indian Epics : With the arrival of The Odyssey in cinema’s, David and Gary take a look at two Indian epics and how they compare to today's Hollywood’s blockbusters. - Ponniyan Selvan (2022) : A two-part historical drama directed by Mani Ratnam. Set in 968 AD, the story follows a massive political crisis within the medieval Chola empire. Available on Prime Video in Hindi with the option of English, French, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. - Baahubali: The Epic (2025) : Written and directed by S.S. Rajamouli who’s movie RRR took the world by storm in 2022. This action-packed blockbuster is a remastered single version of the epic two-part series. Available on Netflix in Hindi with the option of English subtitles. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 26 July 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Evil Dead Burn (2026) - generic gore or a fresh nightmare? from Rogue Reviews Jul 23, 2026 37 min
The latest instalment in the Evil Dead horror franchise, directed by Sébastien Vaniček, takes the demonic chaos to a secluded house where a grieving family finds themselves under attack. The film stars Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Erroll Shand, and Maude Davey. We discuss whether this new entry relies too heavily on a generic formula, why the franchise's signature gore and dark humour still work for hardcore fans, and how the subtle world-building sets up an exciting future for the series. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 12 July 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Rogue Bites: Sony will remove 551 movies, Moana and The Odyssey from Rogue Reviews Jul 20, 2026 10 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Sony will remove 551 movies : Sony will be deleting 551 movies from their catalogue on the 1 September 2026. So, when you pay money for a digital product like a movie or a game and your purchase is later removed, did you ever own that movie or game to begin with? - Moana (2026) : A live action remake of Disney’s massive, animated hit Moana. David, somewhat reluctantly and more out of curiosity than anything, had a watch. - The Odyssey (2026) : Christopher Nolan’s adaption of the 3000-year-old poem by Homer is in cinemas. Initial thoughts ahead of the full review next week. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 18 July 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Tenet (2020) - time-travel shenanigans and loud music (spoiler review) from Rogue Reviews Jul 16, 2026 37 min
A nameless CIA agent is pulled into a strange reality-bending world. Armed only with the word Tenet, he learns how to invert time and must stop a world-shattering catastrophe from happening. The film stars David Washington, Robert Pattinson, Elizabeth Debicki and Kenneth Branagh. Spoiler discussion: With Christopher Nolan’s epic take on Homer's Odyssey arriving in cinema’s today, we thought we would dive into our archives and dig out our full-on spoiler review of Tenet. Nolan’s time-travelling, mind-bending sci-fi thriller was released on August 2020 in the UK. We never got to see it in the theatres because of the pandemic, but we did get to watch it several months later online. This was only our thirteenth movie review and is essentially, two friends having a chat about a confusing movie whilst still learning how to do this podcasting malarky. If you haven’t seen the movie, we advise you go watch it first, and the pop back later and have a listen. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 16 February 2021 © Rogue Reviews.
Rogue Bites: Minions & Monsters and Werwulf trailer reaction from Rogue Reviews Jul 13, 2026 9 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Minions & Monsters (2026) : This new addition to the MBU (Minions Banana! Universe) follows the antics of James and Henry in 1920s Hollywood, as they search for terrifying monsters to feature in their monster movie. Lots of fun and mischief to entertain the kids. - Werwulf (2026) trailer reaction : The first trailer for Robert Eggers new movie has been released. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 5 July 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Supergirl (2026) - a dark cosmic quest for revenge from Rogue Reviews Jul 9, 2026 37 min
The next instalment in James Gunn's DC Universe follows Superman's cousin, Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock), on a cosmic quest for revenge alongside her dog, Krypto. Directed by Craig Gillespie, this sci-fi action film sees Supergirl crossing paths with a dangerous new enemy and teaming up with the unpredictable bounty hunter Lobo (Jason Momoa). The film also stars Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, and David Corenswet. We discuss whether this darker, more cynical take on Supergirl successfully sets itself apart from its vibrant predecessor, why the film's humour and tone sometimes miss the mark, and whether the DCU's latest direction can truly rival the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 4 July 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Rogue Bites: Never Change, Now You See Me 3, Little Brother and World War II with Tom Hanks from Rogue Reviews Jul 6, 2026 10 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Never Change! (2026) : David found this goofy comedy on Prime Video. Former high school seniors who are now in the 30s return to North Meadows High to complete their final year of education. - Now You See Me: Now You Don’t (2025) : Now on Prime Video. The Four Horsemen return for some more magic hijinks. This time, they are joined by some youngsters, as they are assigned a new mission by The Eye. - Little Brother (2026) : Rudd Landy’s life is disrupted when his endearing, eccentric brother unexpectedly turns up on his doorstop. John Cena and Eric André star in this Netflix comedy. - World War II with Tom Hanks (Season 1) : A brand-new war documentary on Sky History. With weekly episodes, this TV series explores the Second World War, it’s key moments, battles and the cost to all the nations involved. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 28 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Disclosure Day (2026) - the truth is out there from Rogue Reviews Jul 2, 2026 55 min
Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg returns to the world of UFOs and extraterrestrials with this action-packed sci-fi thriller. The story follows a cybersecurity expert (Josh O'Connor) who stumbles upon a massive global conspiracy and teams up with a meteorologist (Emily Blunt) to expose a government cover-up involving alien life. The film also stars Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo. We discuss whether Spielberg still has his magic touch at nearly 80 years old, why the film's optimistic "Hollywood ending" feels a bit out of touch with modern cynicism, and whether humanity could actually handle the truth if a real-life disclosure day ever happened. Recorded on the 26 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts .
Rogue Bites: Plan 9 from Outer Space, The Vast of Night and Citadel from Rogue Reviews Jun 29, 2026 9 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Plan 9 from Outer Space (1958) : Gary stumbled upon this cult classic by director Ed Wood on Prime Video. The story is crazy; UFOs are flying around, aliens are resurrecting humans as vampires, and it’s all happening in a Hollywood cemetery. The movie is rubbish but in the most entertaining way. You can watch the original black and white version or a colourized version. - The Vast of Night (2019) : David enjoyed watching this low-budget award winning, indie film on Prime Video. It’s a well-made movie and tells the story of a 1950s switchboard operator and radio DJ who start hearing a strange signal over a radio frequency. A homage to the Golden Age of sci-fi movies. - Citadel (Season 1) : Two global spy agencies come to blows. An over-the-top action thriller about super spies turns out to be a lot of fun with some nice twists and characters arcs. Available on Prime Video. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 28 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Masters of the Universe (2026) - a camp comedic return to Eternia from Rogue Reviews Jun 25, 2026 51 min
Directed by Travis Knight, this live-action fantasy adventure brings the iconic 80s toy line and cartoon back to the big screen. The story follows Adam (Nicholas Galitzine), a young man living on Earth who must return to his home planet of Eternia to save it from the evil sorcerer Skeletor (Jared Leto). To do so, he must embrace his destiny as He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe. The film also stars Camila Mendes, Idris Elba, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, and Morena Baccarin. We discuss how the film successfully balances its inherent silliness with a modern comedic tone, why Jared Leto's campy performance as Skeletor steals the show, and whether this new adaptation manages to capture the nostalgic magic of the original Saturday morning cartoon. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 17 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Rogue Bites: Starcrash and Spider-Noir from Rogue Reviews Jun 22, 2026 10 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Starcrash (1978) : This movie is rubbish. However, its so bad it’s good. You can watch this 1970s low-budget sci-fi disaster unfold on Prime Video, complete with dodgy spaceships, whacky robots, mind-bending special effects and a story so bonkers it might just brighten up your day. - Spider-Noir (Season 1) : David really enjoyed this series on Prime Video about a down-on-his-luck private investigator in 1930s New York. Grappling with his past life and a personal tragedy, Ben Reilly is reluctantly draw into a confrontation he would rather avoid. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 21 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Backrooms (2026) - exploring subliminal space from Rogue Reviews Jun 18, 2026 55 min
Directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons in his feature-length debut, this psychological sci-fi horror expands upon his viral YouTube web series. The story follows Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a furniture store owner who discovers a seemingly endless dimension of liminal spaces in his basement. Alongside his therapist Mary (Renate Reinsve), he descends into a labyrinth of unsettling, yellow-wallpapered rooms that defy reality. The film also stars Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett, and Lukita Maxwell. In this episode of Rogue Reviews, we are joined by Matt Hillier, our first ever guest on the show. We discuss the rising trend of YouTubers making the leap to feature filmmaking, how the film successfully trades cheap jump scares for genuine atmospheric discomfort, and why its ambiguous, dream-like logic works in its favour. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 7 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Rogue Bites: Power of Grayskull, Over Your Dead Body and They Will Kill You from Rogue Reviews Jun 15, 2026 9 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Power of Grayskull: The Definitive History of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (2017) : An interesting documentary that charts the rise and fall of the iconic toy that dominated the industry in the 1980s. Exploring the toys, the comics, the animated TV shows and the 1987 movie. - Over Your Dead Body (2026) : David watched a dark comedy about a couple whose marriage hits a rough spot. Things get so bad between them, that they plan to kill each other on a weekend away. - They Will Kill You (2026) : David enjoyed this movie about a resourceful maid who unwittingly ends up being the target of cultists. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 14 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) - return of the Hutt from Rogue Reviews Jun 11, 2026 44 min
A feature-length, theatrical continuation of the hit Disney+ series, this Star Wars film follows Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu as they take on a high-stakes rescue mission for a powerful Hutt family in exchange for critical intelligence on a New Republic target. We discuss whether this feels like a true cinematic event or more like an extended episode of the show, praise the action sequences and production design, debate the story’s stakes and character development, and share our overall thoughts on the state of Star Wars and where the franchise might go next. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 3 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews
Rogue Bites: Jules, Scary Movie and Hoppers from Rogue Reviews Jun 8, 2026 10 min
From Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Jules (2023) : A lonely man befriends an alien and runs into trouble when his two neighbours and the government find out. - Scary Movie (2026): This new comedy from the horror parody franchise sees two friends encountering monsters, supernatural entities and killers. - Hoppers (2026) : A crazy animated movie for the kids that follows the antics of animal lover Mabel and her robot beaver. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 7 June 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Dune: Part Two (2024) - epic payoff on Arrakis from Rogue Reviews Jun 4, 2026 51 min
Denis Villeneuve returns with the conclusion to the first half of Frank Herbert’s landmark sci-fi novel. Picking up after the events of Part One, Paul Atreides and his mother Lady Jessica seek refuge among the Fremen of Arrakis while the forces that destroyed House Atreides close in. We discuss how Villeneuve delivers on the epic scale, breathtaking visuals and action set pieces, praise the standout performances - especially Timothée Chalamet as a conflicted Paul, Zendaya’s Chani, Rebecca Ferguson’s Jessica and Austin Butler’s chilling Feyd-Rautha and explore the film’s themes of power, religious manipulation, prophecy and destiny. We also compare it to the book, note key changes and debate whether this is the stronger half of the story. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 11 March 2024 © Rogue Reviews.
Rogue Bites: Ponies, Widow's Bay, Chess Mates and The Testaments from Rogue Reviews Jun 1, 2026 11 min
From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - Ponies (Season 1) : Gary dives into the 1970s-set spy thriller on Now TV/Sky Atlantic about two ordinary women (Emilia Clarke as Bea and Hayley Lu Richardson as Twila) who become CIA operatives after their husbands die under mysterious circumstances. - Widow's Bay (Season 1) : David checks out the new Apple TV+ supernatural series starring Matthew Rhys as a modernising mayor on a haunted New England island. - Untold: Chess Mates (2026) : Gary watches the Netflix documentary on the explosive 2022 Sinquefield Cup chess scandal involving Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann. - The Testaments (Season 1) : David chats about this new sequel series which is set five years after the events of The Handmaid’s Tale. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Bites is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 31 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Angels, Witches and Sheep: Good Fortune (2025), Hokum (2026) & The Sheep Detectives (2026) from Rogue Reviews May 28, 2026 40 min
We check out three very different new releases: Good Fortune, Aziz Ansari’s spiritual comedy about a down-on-his-luck man who swaps lives with a wealthy investor after a meddling angel (Keanu Reeves) intervenes; Hokum, a slow-burn Irish horror following a troubled novelist who checks into a remote inn rumoured to be haunted by a witch; and The Sheep Detectives, a charming family whodunit where a flock of talking sheep investigate the murder of their shepherd (Hugh Jackman). We discuss how well each film balances its genre (feel-good messaging vs heavy-handedness in Good Fortune, creeping atmosphere in Hokum, and heart plus clever mystery in The Sheep Detectives), plus which one we’d most recommend for different audiences. Fast-forward to hear about: 01:00: Good Fortune (2025) 15:01: Hokum (2026) 26:42: The Sheep Detectives (2026) Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 17 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Rogue Bites: The Volcano, Lucy Worsley, Ghost War and The Boys from Rogue Reviews May 25, 2026 10 min
From the world of Rogue Reviews, this is Rogue Bites - where we break down the latest films and TV in minutes. In this Rogue Bite, we get into: - The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari (2022) : Gary watches the powerful Netflix documentary about the 2019 White Island volcanic eruption and dramatic rescue. Probably due to the excessive UK heat frying his brain during the recording, Gary – in his head – thought he was saying 2019, but actually says 2009. - Lucy Worsley Investigates: The American Revolution (Series 3) : The popular historian’s latest series explores the American Revolution from the British perspective. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer and BritBox. - Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley (Podcast) : In addition to her documentary series, Gary has also been listening to Lucy Worsley’s podcast Lady Killers which investigates the alleged crimes of Victorian women from Britain, North America and beyond. - Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War (2026) : David checks out the big-screen spy thriller starring John Krasinski. - The Boys (Season 5) : The last episode of the show has now aired and reactions have been mixed. David share’s his own thoughts on how the final wrapped up. - The Boroughs (Season 1) : The new Netflix supernatural series (from the Duffer Brothers) serving as a Stranger Things-style watch. Don’t forget, for deeper dives and full discussions, catch the main Rogue Reviews episodes every Friday. Rogue Bites is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 23 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
Dave's Top 100 Movies (up to April 2026) from Rogue Reviews May 21, 2026 1 hr 50 min
To celebrate our 100th episode, David takes on the daunting challenge of ranking his 100 personal favourite movies of all time - a subjective list based on nostalgia, rewatchability, emotional impact, and pure enjoyment rather than critical consensus. From Avengers: Endgame and Mr. & Mrs. Smith right through to classics like Jaws, Alien, The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Shawshank Redemption, and his all-time number one, we hear why these films made the cut, with plenty of Gary’s surprised reactions along the way. Rogue Reviews is produced by Urban Podcasts . Recorded on the 9 May 2026 © Rogue Reviews.
