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Welcome to Back To The Blockbuster, a Playlyst original podcast hosted by Gaius Bolling and Jackson Pye. Gaius brings his industry knowledge to the conversation as he currently works Press for film & TV while Jackson brings the casual moviegoer opinion. The duo also covers milestone movie anniversaries and predicts the box office every week. In addition to the main show, Gaius also hosts a bi-weekly spinoff called Back To The Blockbuster Presents: Deep Dives that sees Gaius and rotating guests diving into a different film of their choosing across all genres!
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- 4 days ago2h 24m
Episode 300 - Anne Hathaway Races, X-Men Casting, & Record-Breaking Box Office!
It’s our 300th episode, and we are celebrating in massive blockbuster style! In addition to giving details about our upcoming spinoff, The Cinema Vault, we are going all in on the latest movie news. This week, we break down the summer box office officially smashing 2013’s record—what does this mean for the future of theatrical releases? We’re also diving into the biggest casting news of the year: Anne Hathaway is strapping into the driver's seat for Days of Thunder 2, and Noah Jupe is joining the MCU in a secret role for Avengers: Secret Wars. Plus, The Boys star Asa Germann is trading superpowers for wings as Angel in the MCU's X-Men reboot, and Paul Feig is gearing up to direct a sequel to The Italian Job. We also discuss Destin Daniel Cretton potentially bringing Hawaii Five-0 to the big screen. Finally, we run down the latest trailers for Crystal Lake, Mike Flanagan's Carrie, Street Fighter, The Social Reckoning, and Artificial. It’s a jam-packed milestone episode you won't want to miss!
- Aug 21, 20262h 12m
Episode 299 - X-MEN REVEALED! Barbie 2 Meltdown & Freddy Krueger Civil War
It’s a monster episode! We’re starting with the seismic news from D23: the new X-Men cast is official, and we have ALL the details and hot takes. But the drama doesn't stop there—we’re investigating why Barbie 2 is reportedly falling apart over money, and we’re saying goodbye to Gareth Edwards on the new Jurassic World. Hold onto your hats, horror fans: we’ve got a new Leprechaun on the way, AND a wild scenario where Warner Bros. and Paramount are both trying to reboot A Nightmare on Elm Street. Who will win the race to bring Freddy back? We break it down. Of course, we have to talk about Tom Holland getting that bag for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Then, we’re running through the hottest new trailers, including Michael B. Jordan’s suave return in The Thomas Crown Affair, the intense Primetime with Robert Pattinson, the twisted Veritystarring Anne Hathaway, and the chaotic action of Jumanji: Open World and Violent Night 2. Press play!
- Aug 7, 20262h 7m
Episode 298 - Gosling Goes Ghost Rider, 'Days of Thunder 2' Revs Up, & 'Avengers: Doomsday' Trailer Breakdown!
This week, we’re diving headfirst into a massive week of casting news and corporate shakeups. We break down the shocking announcement that Ryan Gosling is trading his Kenenergy for hellfire as the new Ghost Rider, and discuss what David Jonsson’s role in Black Panther III could mean for the franchise. We also cover the director officially attached to Days of Thunder 2, Danny McBride’s surprise move to write and direct the next G.I. Joe movie, and the major plot twist in the Paramount/Skydance merger saga. Finally, we rev up the engine with our full trailer reactions to Avengers: Doomsday, Resident Evil (the reboot), Clayface, and what looks to be another horror hit, Other Mommy.
- Aug 3, 20261h 28m
Episode 297 - The Epic Reimagining: Christopher Nolan Directs Homer’s The Odyssey
What happens when the master of mind-bending cinema takes on the foundational epic of Western literature? In this episode, we dive deep into the ultimate cinematic dream-project: Christopher Nolan adapting Homer's The Odyssey. Join us as we break down an all-star, blockbuster-caliber dream cast featuring Matt Damon as the battle-worn Odysseus, alongside Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, John Leguizamo, Jon Bernthal, and Himesh Patel. We explore how Nolan’s signature style—practical effects, nonlinear storytelling, and grand philosophical stakes—could transform ancient Greek mythology into a modern day masterpiece.
- Jul 24, 20261h 1m
Episode 296 - The Batman: Part II Delayed, Elm Street Resurrected, Plus New Trailers for Digger & Soulm8te!
Get ready for a packed rundown of the latest cinematic updates! In this episode, we break down the major news surrounding The Batman: Part II and its newly adjusted release timeline. Plus, horror icon Freddy Krueger is heading back to the big screen as Paramount Pictures kicks off development on a brand-new A Nightmare on Elm Street project! We also dive into the latest trailer drops, including Tom Cruise’s thrilling new feature Digger and Soulm8te, the chilling sci-fi thriller expanding the M3GANcinematic universe. Joining in on news for the first time is Mark J. Parker of the Release Date Rewind Podcast, proving he knows his movie headlines just as much as milestone anniversaries! Listen in movie fans! We've got you covered.
- Jul 13, 20261h 12m
Episode 295 - Dune’s Next Chapter, Heat 2’s Star-Studded Cast & A Siren Head Movie – This Week in Movie News
In this episode, we break down the biggest stories shaking up Hollywood. First up: the long-awaited Dune: Part Three trailer has finally dropped – and it’s everything we hoped for. Then, we dive into the casting bombshell for Heat 2: Leonardo DiCaprio, Christian Bale, Adam Driver, and Stephen Graham are all circling major roles. Next, the indie thriller Obsession shatters records, becoming the highest-grossing film ever made for under $1 million. And if that’s not enough, we discuss two chilling new projects: Zach Cregger is developing a Siren Head movie, while Steven Spielberg is producing an adaptation of the YouTube analog horror series The Mandela Catalogue. Tune in for all this and more.
- Jul 3, 20261h 59m
Episode 294 - Supergirl Underwhelms At The Box Office
This week, we’re unpacking the major shakeups in Hollywood: why Supergirl flopped at the box office and what that means for the DC universe, plus the explosive rumor that DC Studios is already planning a Bane and Deathstroke film. We also follow the drama of Luca Guadagnino’s Artificial, dropped by Amazon MGM but picked up by Neon. And for trailer lovers, we’ve got sneak peeks at Robert Eggers’ Werwulf, Jesse Eisenberg’s The Debut, and the magical return of the Owens sisters in Practical Magic 2. Don’t miss it!
- Jun 26, 20261h 11m
Episode 293 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s Record Pre-Sales
This week on the show, we’re diving into the biggest headlines from Hollywood. First up, Spider-Man: Brand New Day swings into the record books with the best pre-sales in five years—will Brand New Day be the biggest box office hit of the year ahead of Avengers: Doomsday? Then, filmmaker Curry Barker sets his sights on his next original project at Universal Pictures with a high eight figure deal. We also break down Focus Features’ early Oscar campaign plans for Obsession, and the surprising news that Amazon MGM has dropped Luca Guadagnino’s nearly finished Sam Altman film about an AI CEO. Plus, a sequel to How The Grinch Stole Christmas is in development, and Jim Carrey is reportedly in talks to return. Tune in for all the details and our takes!
About Back To The Blockbuster
Welcome to Back To The Blockbuster, a Playlyst original podcast hosted by Gaius Bolling and Jackson Pye. Gaius brings his industry knowledge to the conversation as he currently works Press for film & TV while Jackson brings the casual moviegoer opinion. The duo also covers milestone movie anniversaries and predicts the box office every week. In addition to the main show, Gaius also hosts a bi-weekly spinoff called Back To The Blockbuster Presents: Deep Dives that sees Gaius and rotating guests diving into a different film of their choosing across all genres!
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