Friend of the show (and The Independent's chief film critic) Clarisse Loughrey joins forces with Digital Spy's Movies Editor Ian Sandwell to review the biggest releases of the past few weeks with good ol' Ali, including The Fall Guy, Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes, The Idea Of You, Back In Black and much, much more. Spoilers are avoided, so if you're keen to watch any of these, fear not: only casual allusions are alluded to.

By now, you'd think Ali would have shut up about going on holiday to Japan... and yet, that's somehow not the case - but with good reason! Joining him to talk about the critically adored drama series Shōgun is his new best pal Chris Broad - creator of the Abroad In Japan YouTube channel and a man who knows a thing or two about the land of the rising sun - and now you can enjoy their exceptionally geeky and thoroughly spoiler-filled conversation yourself, with one of them (Ali) still jetlagged and the other (Chris) in his studio in Tokyo. Fingers crossed most of this makes some sort of sense.

It’s a return visit from Such Brave Girls’ Kat Sadler for a short and sweet Ali Plumb’s film club while he shakes off the jet lag from his trip to Japan. Kat’s choice for everyone’s favourite on and off film club? National Treasure. As in, Nic Cage and Sean Bean and puzzles and stealing the declaration of Independence. It’s better than you remember, honest.

Frank Herbert aficionado Clarisse Loughrey and sci-fi enthusiast Steffan Powell delve into Dune: Part Two, discussing the score, character dynamics, final shot, and technological contrasts in the film universe. They explore horror scenes, mysticism, and casting choices, offering pronunciation and gift-giving tips for fans.

Star and creator Kat Sadler discusses the dark humor and mental health themes in 'Such Brave Girls'. She shares anecdotes of chaotic dynamics on set, awkward filming moments, and audience responses to the show's shared traumas and growth perspectives.

Actors Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins discuss the post-apocalyptic series Fallout, highlighting the diverse characters and immersive world. The episode also covers the biggest blockbuster news stories, including trailers like Joker, and teases upcoming interviews with personalities linked to the show.

You're a big fan of Dev Patel, of course you are. As is Jordan Peele, as is our Ali. So join us as we learn what trials and tribulations he endured and magnificently overcame in the process of putting together his directorial debut, the gritty action thriller Monkey Man on this here podcast. Spoiler alert: it's safe to say the bone-breaking struggle that was the Monkey Man production has finally paid off, with happy critics comparing it to John Wick as it hits cinemas square in the jaw this weekend. Plus! Ali reminds us what new movies have landed on the biggest streaming services in the UK, including BBC iPlayers amazing film section...

Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, Mark Ruffalo, and Ramy Youssef discuss their experiences working on 'Poor Things', including set design challenges and unexpected offers. They also explore the complexities of their characters, navigating British accents, and dancing through absurdity in comedic scenes.

Actors Ernie Hudson, McKenna Grace, Benedict Wong, and John Bradley discuss their latest projects like Ghostbusters, Frozen Empire, and Netflix's 3 Body Problem. The podcast covers TV recommendations, news headlines, updates on movie sequels, and behind-the-scenes insights on filming experiences. They also explore the legacy of Ghost Busters, on-set camaraderie, and diversity in characters of shows like Three Body Problem.

Friend of the show and casually very funny man Ben Schwartz - also known to some as Parks and Rec’s Jean-Ralphio, the voice of Sonic The Hedgehog and an improv artist extraordinaire - joins Ali this week to talk about the Oscars, how to pull jokes out of thin air and the classic of classics that is Back To The Future for a very special edition of Ali Plumb’s Film Club.