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This week on Rewind Classic Movies, GB and AJ revisit Stargate (1994) - a film that launched one of the biggest TV sci-fi franchises of all time, despite mixed reviews and a surprisingly grim leading man. We dig into: Why Kurt Russell is not having funJames Spader’s Jon Bon Jovi vibesJay Davidson’s emotional reaction to his villainous turn as RaPractical effects that still impress and visual choices that really don’tHow a planned movie trilogy quietly became a TV phenomenonIs Stargate an underrated classic, or a fascinating misfire held together by ambition and production design? Dial the gate. Let’s find out. 🎬 New episodes weekly. ⭐ Support the show and vote on future films via Patreon where you can also get early access and join us for live hangouts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inspired by The Last Starfighter last week, this episode is all about our favourite movie aliens from the 1980s and 1990s. Not the films, but the creatures themselves: the designs, the performances, the personalities, and why some of them stuck with us for decades. From lovable companions like Max from Flight of the Navigator, to nightmare fuel like The Thing, we each bring five picks to the table and count them down to a shared Top 10. Along the way we cover: Why some aliens work because they aren’t monstersThe brilliance of performers inside suits and behind puppetsHow design, sound, and movement sell an alien more than CGI ever couldAnd why a few of these choices still hit harder today than they did back thenFunny, nostalgic, occasionally horrifying - this is a love letter to the aliens that shaped a generation of sci-fi, with some terrible impressions and questionable accents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We had such a good time recording this episode - both the interview with Lance (who was lovely) and myself and AJ chatting about a movie he'd never seen before! This didn't go the way I thought it would. In July 1984, arcades were basically cathedrals, Apple had just launched the Mac, and one teen in a trailer park was about to save the entire galaxy… because he was too good at a video game. This week GB and AJ revisit The Last Starfighter (1984), the cult sci-fi adventure that helped pioneer early CGI space battles and delivered one of the most relatable heroes of the decade. And yes, we’re joined by Alex Rogan himself: Lance Guest. Lance takes us behind the scenes of Centauri’s Recruit, how he landed the role, what it was like leading a fast-paced shoot with limited takes, and playing both Alex and Beta Alex (including reshoots, sickness, makeup, and a wig that absolutely did the job). We also dig into what makes the movie feel like a warm nostalgic comfort-watch: the trailer park community, the slow-burn first act, the Star Wars / WarGames vibes, and why this film still hits if you’ve ever dreamed of escaping small-town life for something bigger. In this episode: Why The Last Starfighter was a risky early CGI leapLance Guest on being “bored and terrified” while starring in every sceneThe charm of Alex Rogan as the ultimate “ordinary guy” heroBeta Alex, reshoots, and that creepy under-the-bed version you maybe didn’t see on VHSWhy people either love this film… or they’ve never seen itIf you grew up with arcades, VHS sci-fi, and big dreams of space adventure… this one’s for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly 40 years after Arnold Schwarzenegger’s The Running Man, a new 2025 adaptation hits cinemas, promising a darker, more faithful take on the Stephen King novel, with Edgar Wright in the director’s chair and Glenn Powell in the lead. So… what went wrong? In this Fast Forward episode, GB and AJ break down why The Running Man (2025) never quite works. From a muddled tone and flat world-building to a lead character we struggle to care about, this remake somehow manages to be neither fun nor brutal. We also dig into the “Arnie problem”, whether Glenn Powell was miscast, and why the film never feels like an Edgar Wright movie at all. Maybe he was just the wrong person to direct this. And we LOVE Edgar. We went in hopeful. We left apologising to the people we dragged along. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arnold Schwarzenegger hunts ratings, spouts one-liners, and accidentally predicts reality TV. In this episode of Rewind Classic Movies, we revisit The Running Man (1987). A loose, sanitised adaptation of Stephen King’s bleak novel that somehow became a neon-lit, catchphrase-stuffed 80s action spectacle. Recorded over Christmas, partly from a Greek garden, the discussion digs into: Why the film feels more like a parody than a prophecyHow much of Stephen King’s original story survived the rewrite processArnie’s peak one-liner era (for better or worse)The film’s surprising accuracy about media manipulation and televised punishmentWhy nostalgia doesn’t always mean something holds upA cult classic for some, a baffling mess for others, and a fascinating snapshot of where blockbuster cinema collided with TV culture. 🗓️ Don't miss the NEW STYLE FAST FORWARD episode next week when both the guys return to look at ... The Running Man! 2025 version! With Glen Powell! And directed by one of our favorites, Edgar Wright! How exciting! Find us in other places: Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Fast Forward episode takes on the entire modern James Bond run - tackling the movies and the theme songs, starting with Pierce Brosnan’s debut in GoldenEye and following the franchise all the way through Daniel Craig’s final outing in No Time to Die. Recorded together in a hotel room, the conversation moves chronologically through all four Brosnan films and all five Craig films, tracking how Bond shifted from glossy post-Cold War blockbuster to something far heavier, more introspective, and occasionally exhausting. There’s praise for Brosnan’s early promise and screen presence, frustration with the series’ slide into excess and gimmicks, and a lot to say about the franchise losing its grip at the turn of the millennium. The Craig era is unpacked in full, from the shock of Casino Royale through the uneven middle chapters to the emotionally loaded conclusion of No Time to Die. Themes of continuity, character damage, tonal ambition, and whether Bond benefited from taking itself so seriously all come under scrutiny. It’s a fast, opinionated comparison of two eras that couldn’t be more different, and a discussion about what Bond gained, what it lost, and whether there’s a way back to fun without pretending the last 25 years didn’t happen. 🗓️ Don't miss the REWIND episode next week when the guys go back over The Running Man with Arnie! (1987). Find us in other places: Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pierce Brosnan’s first outing as James Bond didn’t just revive the franchise. It redefined it. In this episode of Rewind Classic Movies, GB and AJ revisit GoldenEye (1995), the Bond film that dragged 007 out of legal limbo and into the modern blockbuster era. From that legendary dam jump opening to Sean Bean’s 006 betrayal, we break down why GoldenEye still feels untouchable nearly 30 years later. We talk real stunts, Eric Serra’s controversial score, the six-year Bond gap, and whether GoldenEye’s opening is still the greatest in the entire franchise. Plus: Brosnan vs Craig, Cold War hangovers, VHS memories, and why Martin Campbell might be the ultimate Bond introducer. Tuxedos optional. 🗓️ Don't miss the NEW STYLE FAST FORWARD episode next week when both the guys return to look at the Bond eras after this - the full Brosnan and Craig movies, ranked! Find us in other places: Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The new-style Fast Forward is here! AJ joins GB to chat about their Favorite Christmas Movies! As a loose follow-up to last week's Die Hard episode (yes, it's a Christmas movie!), they go over what films they dig out at Santa time whilst wearing questionable festive jumpers. Some are nostalgic, some remind them of Christmas tree lights (!?!) and some feature Alan cumming. Sorry - Alan Cumming. Along the way, they debate classics like It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone, Gremlins, The Snowman, Scrooged, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, and the surprisingly divisive Polar Express. There’s praise, confusion, emotional damage caused by animated snowmen, and at least one film that’s “terrible but lovely.” Pour a drink, get comfortable, and join us for a festive deep dive into the films we actually watch every Christmas. 🗓️ Don't miss the REWIND episode next week when the guys get together in a hotel room (easy now) to watch Goldeneye! Find us in other places: Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 kicks off with ... the greatest Christmas movie ever made? GB and AJ reunite (one in a John Mclane-style vest, one in an old suit with a tie made of wrapping paper (because professionalism) to dive into Die Hard (1988): the morally-objectionable-to-the-Church, career-defining-for-Willis, perfection-delivered-by-Rickman masterpiece. We get into: • Whether Ellis was actually trying to bang Holly Gennero • Why Bruce Willis starts the film clutching a teddy like a stressed toddler • Hans Gruber’s foreign Die Hard titles, including the incredible German “To Die Slowly” • YouGov polls and an unwanted amount of Greek translation • The book, the script disasters, and the moment the movie found its soul Plus: Listener comments (huge thanks continue to our wonderful supports over at Patreon), Bond hangovers, and AJ somehow visiting 43 countries since the last episode but definitely isn't a Universal Exports spy or an assassin. Join us for ridiculous festive joy, top-tier film chat, and the return of the Rewind Classic Movies madness. 🗓️ Don't miss the NEW STYLE FAST FORWARD episode next week when both the guys return to look at their Favorite Christmas Movies! Find us in other places: Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Released from the Patreon Vault, this episode saw GB and AJ get together IN PERSON (!) at a Greek villa to have a completely loose chat about movies. Of course, it goes all over the place, from Bond movies to Bond books, Christmas films, a memoriam for DVD Extras, our go-to movies we can put on at any time and much more. First released on Patreon in March 2025. Sign up now and join the community for just $5 - with monthly live hangouts, behind the scenes updates and bonus content! Find us in other places: Patreon: ► https://www.patreon.com/c/RewindClassicMovies YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GB hosts the Fast Forward show to find out what happened after the release of Demolition Man in 1993. From a '95 sequel featuring Meryl Steep to a Simon Phoenix prequel, comics, video games and a new 2020s sequel still on the cards! Sorry about the mess. Find us in other places: YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GB is joined by special guest, comedian Nick Helm, live in the studio as they rewind Demolition Man (1993) and ask - why does Nick have the 3 sea shells? Who was meant to play the 3 main characters instead of Stallone, Snipes and Bullock? What were Stallone's other great movies? And where is AJ? Plus, they go off on many other movie-related tangents in a really fun and wacky chat for over an hour. 🗓️ Don't miss the final episode of Season 1 next week as we FAST FORWARD to look at what came after Demolition Man in '93. 🎟️ Get tickets to see Nick live here: https://www.nick-helm.co.uk/#live Find us in other places: YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Patreon: ► http://patreon.com/c/RewindClassicMovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GB hosts the Fast Forward show to find out what happened after the release of Cocoon in 1985. From the official sequel movie to the alternate sequel by the original writer, a classic meme and even a lost trilogy plan - and the loss of the original Cocoon movie itself. Sorry about the mess. Find us in other places: YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GB and AJ host their first-ever LIVE show as they rewind Cocoon (1985) and ask - why has nobody seen this movie lately? Which Hollywood 80s legend was originally directing? And why the hell did Don Ameche win an Oscar for his role? Plus, looking at the Oscar-winning VFX, which includes great fog but terrible aliens. This episode was first broadcast live on YouTube on Friday, September 26. It followed a live Patreon hangout for supporters which was so much fun. Head over to the Patreon if you want to support the show and get extra content: http://patreon.com/c/RewindClassicMovies 🗓️ Don't miss the FAST FORWARD episode next week that looks at what came after Cocoon in '85. Find us in other places: YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GB hosts the Fast Forward show to find out what happened after the release of This Is Spinal Tap in 1984. From the original "sequel" in 1992 and concert at the Royal Albert Hall to a Bobbi Flekman spin-off and an almighty all-star song collab Sorry about the mess. Find us in other places: YouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmovies Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmovies Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmovies TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.