The Rewatchables

Dive into the nostalgia of 'The Karate Kid' as Bill Simmons and Ryen Russillo explore its impact and memorable moments. They debate Johnny Lawrence's role as the iconic 80s villain and give props to Pat Morita's unforgettable Mr. Miyagi. The duo discusses standout scenes, the training montage, and the film's authentic All-Valley Karate Championships. With insights on casting what-ifs, memorable quotes, and the film's lasting legacy, this conversation is a treat for fans who appreciate a classic with depth.

Live, pod, repeat. The Ringer’s Sean Fennessey and Chris Ryan record the same episode of ‘Edge of Tomorrow’ starring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt over and over again to save the world from an audio invasion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Hanks and Helen Hunt join Bill Simmons to discuss the enduring popularity of 'Cast Away', analyzing scenes, symbols, and memorable moments. They appreciate the rewatchability of the film, debate other actors who could have played the lead role, and explore various themes and theories. The conversation also covers nitpicks, the Wilson theory, and concerns for Tom Hanks' health.

As soon as Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan thought they were out, 'The Rewatchables' pulls them back in. For the fourth movie in our series of Flawed Rewatchables, we revisit ‘The Godfather: Part III’ starring Al Pacino, Talia Shire, and Andy Garcia and directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A deep dive into the chilling relevance of 'Contagion' shines a light on its eerily prophetic opening scenes and meticulous depiction of germ transmission. The film's scientific accuracy contrasts sharply with today's chaotic landscape of global response. Personal reflections on its all-star cast, including Paltrow and Damon, highlight the emotional weight carried by understated performances. As the hosts dissect themes of conspiracy, media influence, and the fragility of society, they uncover how the film's serious tone and craft resonate more than ever in a changed world.

The Ringer’s Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Amanda Dobbins thought they all agreed to call it "the Bellagio job" before they rewatched ‘Ocean’s 12,’ the third movie in our Flawed Rewatchables series, starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Julia Roberts, directed by Steven Soderbergh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Ryen Russillo take a jog in their rubber jumpsuits to drop to 168 pounds to revisit the 1985 wrestling classic ‘Vision Quest,’ starring Matthew Modine and Linda Fiorentino. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Van Lathan, and The New York Times’ Wesley Morris enroll in Columbus University to revisit the first film in our series of Flawed Rewatchables, ‘Higher Learning,’ starring Omar Epps, Michael Rapaport, Kristy Swanson, and Ice Cube, directed by John Singleton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and The New York Times’ Wesley Morris spend their Saturday in detention rewatching the 1985 classic ‘The Breakfast Club,’ starring Emilio Estevez, Molly Ringwald, and Anthony Michael Hall, directed by John Hughes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from the Sundance Film Festival, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and his stunt doubles Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan are a gang of has-beens trying to keep the magic alive in the Golden Age of Hollywood when they rewatch 2020 Best Picture nominee ‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood,’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, and Margot Robbie, directed by Quentin Tarantino. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices