
WHAT WENT WRONG
What Went Wrong covers Hollywood’s most notoriously disastrous movie productions, digging into the behind-the-scenes insanity of everything from massive flops to record-breaking blockbusters. In each episode, hosts Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer dive into a new film to explore the mind-blowing (and sometimes numbing) reasons why making a movie is nearly impossible (especially a good one). Produced by David Boman.JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!
Latest episodes

Sep 13, 2022 • 1h
The Thin Red Line
In this week’s episode, Chris & Lizzie learn how Terrence Malick's The Thin Red Line broke nearly everyone’s heart, but no one's more so than Adrien Brody. Go deep on a film that will inspire or sedate you; the ultimate anti-war war movie, starring… everyone?Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 30, 2022 • 58min
Battlefield Earth
A writer ignores his dog's advice, L. Ron Hubbard speaks from the grave, and the budget is... shrinking? Pour yourself a glass of kerbango and join Chris & Lizzie for John Travolta's seven-time Razzie award-winning film, Battlefield Earth.Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 23, 2021 • 1h 19min
Alien 3
David Fincher's nearly disowned directorial debut! This week Chris & Lizzie crash-land a production beset by Alien whippets, bowel-moving bass notes and bald caps constructed one follicle at a time.Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 16, 2021 • 49min
Twilight
It's easy to bash Twilight, with its glittering, brooding, and mouth-breathing; but love it or hate it, the highly anticipated adaptation crushed at the box office. This week Chris & Lizzie explore the numerous obstacles that stood in the way of director Catherine Hardwicke and why the remaining films in this young adult, female-driven franchise were all directed by men.Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 2021 • 51min
Town & Country
Immediately after receiving the Academy’s highest honor, Warren Beatty returned to work on Town & Country, a $100M, multi-year production debacle that would become the biggest flop in rom-com history.Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 2, 2021 • 51min
Ishtar
Writer/director Elaine May sidestepped Moroccan landmines only for 1987’s Ishtar to bomb her career upon release. This week Lizzie gives us the details as Chris wonders, "Is this film as bad as people who haven’t seen it say it is?"Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 26, 2021 • 1h 7min
The Thing
The podcast discusses the production journey of the film 'The Thing' and its impact on practical effects. It explores the process of finding a director, the monster design, the film's budget and iconic sound, the ambiguous ending, and the challenges and criticisms of CGI vs practical effects. It also highlights the remarkable inventiveness of 'The Thing' and offers recommendations for further engagement.

Jan 19, 2021 • 1h 11min
Cleopatra
More money, more problems. This week Lizzie walks Chris through a production plagued by crotch-shots, intercontinental chili delivery and stress related hand-bleeding.Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 12, 2021 • 52min
Gladiator
Dive into the chaotic journey of a cinematic masterpiece, where script struggles and Russell Crowe's frustrations set the stage for an Oscar-winning triumph. Discover the intriguing casting choices, including the near-involvement of Mel Gibson and Antonio Banderas for Maximus. Explore the behind-the-scenes challenges that shaped the film's production and the heartwarming legacy of Oliver Reed. The discussion highlights not just the film's historical impact but the personal dynamics that made it all possible.

Jan 5, 2021 • 48min
The Silence of the Lambs
Directed by... Gene Hackman and starring... Sean Connery? This week Lizzie & Chris put the lotion in the basket and learn how real-life stalkers, moth-wranglers and concerned daughters gave us one of the greatest thrillers of all time!Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!Check Out Our Merch!Follow Us on Instagram!What Movie's Next?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.