They Remade It: The Movie Comparison Podcast They Remade It: The Movie Comp

In this head-to-head episode, Stuart and Jacob tackle the gridiron glory and comedic chaos of "The Longest Yard" – both the 1974 classic and its 2005 remake. With Burt Reynolds leading the '74 team and Adam Sandler at the helm in 2005, our hosts dissect the playbook on what makes a sports movie both entertaining and enduring. Does the original's blend of sports and comedy outmaneuver the remake's Happy Madison hijinks? And can anything in the 2005 version match the charisma of a mustache-less Reynolds?



Join our hosts as they scrutinize the performances, the portrayal of prison life, and the effectiveness of the humor in both films. They discuss the cultural shifts that may have influenced the remake's approach and whether the story's essence survives amid the slapstick and spectacle. Plus, they share a few hypothetical remakes of their own, swapping out football for other sports, and casting choices that could lead the pack in these reimagined scenarios.



Also in this episode are the unexpected appearances of sports figures turned actors, the tonal touchdowns and fumbles, and a brief detour into the realm of esports and Zack Snyder's filmography. This episode is a full-contact debate over which version of "The Longest Yard" deserves to hold the cinematic trophy aloft.


Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 27:06 - 36:44

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In this monumental 100th episode, Stuart and Jacob embark on a journey through one of the most epic sagas in cinematic history: The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. From the Shire to the fiery chasms of Mount Doom, they compare the grandeur of Peter Jackson's adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved works. How does the grand trilogy fare against its prequel counterpart? Can the charm of Bilbo's unexpected journey hold a candle to Frodo's perilous quest?



Join our hosts as they navigate the realms of Middle-earth, discussing the highs and lows, the pacing, the effects (both practical and CGI), and the emotional weight carried by Frodo and Sam's friendship. They also ponder the necessity of The Hobbit's expansion into three films and the impact of its added fluff. Plus, they share their personal connections to the series, favorite moments, and the scenes that have aged like fine elven wine - or goblin grog.



Also in this episode are talks of a survival horror game featuring a magical station wagon, Bob Hoskins playing a cad, a special "100th episode" trivia game, and most importantly: The Hobbit on PlayStation 2. This episode is a true celebration of They Remade It's centennial (that's the right wording, right?) milestone, so grab your lembas bread, and let's toast to another hundred episodes - or until our hosts decide they've had enough of remakes.

Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 24:49 - 46:26

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Stuart takes a dive into the films of one of his most loved video game franchises of recent years, and he drags Jacob along for the ride. It seems like only yesterday the two were covering the Mario movies, how do they fair entering the territory of gaming movies once again? Tune in to find out! Also in this episode are Jacob's disdain for Matthew Vaughn, a hitman brawl that may or may not have happened according to one of our hosts, a surprise disagreement, and an extensive discussion on the villainous Metamorpho. All this and more on They Remade It!



Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 20:47 - 31:05



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Season 6 has finally arrived, and our duo has a lot to discuss. In terms of what they've been doing this past month, but also with a couple animated features to take everyone into the new year. And whaddya know, another one that released in 2023! Seems they're getting more and more current overtime! Or maybe they're running out of movies to talk about? . . . never! Also in this episode are Jacob's 2023 rundown, love for Miranda Richardson, a brief diatribe about Michael Eisner, and Disney's Home on the Range versus Animal Farm: who will win?! All this and more on They Remade It!



Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 25:29 - 32:41



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2023 has come and gone, and Stuart and Jacob had a "meh" time of it all. There were highs and lows of course, but if they were tier ranking years of recent memory, 2023 would fall square in the middle for the both of them. That doesn't mean they don't have things to talk about though! Throughout the course of this longer than average episode, Stuart and Jacob discuss varying aspects of the year, reviewing The Oscars and Annies (kind of), upcoming releases, a few of the individuals that were lost, and they reflect on their favorite (and least favorite) films that they saw this past year. Happy Holidays and to a prosperous new year!



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And you thought They Remade It would get away without covering a Disney movie on this years schedule? That would never happen. And this time, they've brought along a third co-host in Stuart's partner, Hannah. Tis the season to make multiple people suffer through Disney's live-action output! Also in this episode are talks about Sordid Lives, Franz Ferdinand, the confusing character choices of The Little Mermaid remake, and our three intrepid hosts posing their own animated adaptations of live-action movies. All this and more on They Remade It!



Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 19:24 - 27:56



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