The Rewatchables
The Ringer
The Rewatchables, a film podcast from the Ringer Podcast Network, features The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and a roundtable of movie lovers from the Ringer universe discussing movies they can’t seem to stop watching. Listen to the complete archives of over 300 movies, including Pulp Fiction, Silence of the Lambs, John Wick, Alien, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and many more classics, on our special Rewatchables page on The Ringer. You can also watch these episodes on our Ringer Movies YouTube Channel!
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Oct 13, 2026 • 1h 46min
‘Friday the 13th’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan
Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, a Ringer writer and podcast host, and Van Lathan, cultural commentator and Higher Learning co-host, revisit the 1980 camp-horror classic. They unpack the Pamela Voorhees reveal, iconic deaths, Alice’s final-girl showdown, and that unforgettable canoe scare. The trio debates the movie’s dated details, alternate endings, Jason’s mythology, sequel improvements, casting what-ifs, and the franchise’s lasting legacy.
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Oct 6, 2026 • 1h 40min
‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ With Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan
Craig Horlbeck, a Ringer producer and pop-culture commentator, joins a grisly road trip through Tobe Hooper’s 1974 horror classic. They explore its fake true-story framing, Ed Gein influences, nightmarish Texas shoot, unforgettable scenes, and Leatherface’s strange status as both monster and misunderstood homeowner. The conversation also tackles sequels, remakes, plot holes, and the film’s lasting impact on indie horror.
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Sep 29, 2026 • 2h 8min
‘13 Going on 30’ With Bill Simmons and Juliet Litman
Bill Simmons and Juliet Litman revisit Jennifer Garner’s charming star turn, Mark Ruffalo’s unexpected rom-com casting, and Judy Greer’s scene-stealing support. They rank body-switch comedies, trace the rise and fall of the classic rom-com, celebrate an unbeatable soundtrack, and revisit iconic moments like the green dress and “Thriller.” They also debate dated details, plot holes, workplace logic, and the film’s lasting cross-generational appeal.
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Sep 22, 2026 • 1h 39min
‘Law Abiding Citizen’ With Bill Simmons, Van Lathan, and Craig Horlbeck
Craig Horlbeck, Ringer producer and podcast personality, joins a lively revisit of Gerard Butler and Jamie Foxx’s 2009 crime thriller. The conversation explores Clyde’s vigilante obsession, the film’s Hollywood cop-out ending, plot holes, “discount Fincher” style, and its most memorable revenge scenes. They also debate Butler as James Bond, peak career moments, dated 2009 details, and darker alternate endings.
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Sep 15, 2026 • 1h 43min
'Rambo: First Blood Part II' With Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt
Kyle Brandt, television host, actor, writer, and sports-media personality, joins a nostalgic deep dive into Rambo: First Blood Part II. They explore its Cold War politics, explosive 1980s excess, Stallone’s career peak, James Cameron’s early script, unforgettable action scenes, supporting players, questionable villains, and the film’s lasting pop-culture legacy.
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Sep 8, 2026 • 2h 8min
'Talladega Nights' With Craig Horlbeck, Danny Heifetz, and Danny Kelly
Craig Horlbeck, Danny Heifetz, a fantasy football analyst, and Danny Kelly, a sports and pop culture writer, revisit Talladega Nights. They celebrate Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s comic chemistry, rank unforgettable scenes and quotes, and examine the film’s 2006 time-capsule details. Racing chaos, Gary Cole’s wildest moments, Molly Shannon’s scene-stealing turn, soundtrack debates, and sequel what-ifs round out the ride.
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Aug 31, 2026 • 2h 21min
‘Aliens’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
A deep dive into James Cameron’s sci-fi action classic, from its roller-coaster sequel structure and terrifying practical effects to Sigourney Weaver’s commanding Ripley and Bill Paxton’s unforgettable Hudson. The conversation explores production chaos, corporate treachery, casting controversies, career what-ifs, director’s-cut discoveries, and whether Aliens or Alien reigns supreme.
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Aug 25, 2026 • 1h 58min
‘Apollo 13’ With Bill Simmons, Amanda Dobbins, and Rob Mahoney
A lively rewind of Ron Howard’s Apollo 13 that focuses on the film’s procedural teamwork and 90s studio sheen. They trade first-view memories and childhood space-camp nostalgia. Conversation covers casting choices, Hanks’ central role, practical effects like the vomit comet, and tense technical set pieces such as the CO2 fix and re-entry. The cultural legacy and American space ambition get a spirited debate.
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Aug 18, 2026 • 2h 17min
‘Speed’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
They dive into why Speed remains a masterclass in focused, relentless action. Conversations cover the film’s practical stunts and LA freeway shoots. They trace influences from earlier action classics and map Keanu Reeves’ early action trajectory. They spotlight Sandra Bullock’s character details, favorite high-tension scenes, cultural catchphrases, and why practical effects still win over CGI.
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Aug 13, 2026 • 1h 55min
‘About Last Night’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Mallory Rubin
They revisit a 1986 rom‑com through nostalgia and how Chicago becomes a character. Conversation covers the film’s play-to-screen adaptation, dating arcs, and key rewatchable scenes. They debate casting choices, career impacts, production anecdotes and on‑set injuries. Discussion highlights montage moments, domestic details, and which performances stand out.
