The Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis

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Legendary film critic Leonard Maltin returns with his famous "Movie Guide", discussing the biggest, boldest and best films of all time with fellow critic, Guy Davis.  Each week, Maltin and Davis will dissect their favourite films, as well as recommend some you may have never seen or heard of. The Movie Guide is designed to help film buffs worldwide celebrate their love of all things cinema. Remember, the only thing better than watching movies, is talking about them. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

  1. Anne Hathaway

    5D AGO

    Anne Hathaway

    She's one of Hollywood's most versatile actors, and with 2026 shaping up to be a big year for our girl Anne Hathway, Leonard and Guy give their thoughts on her already storied career. Whether it's her breakout role in The Princess Diaries, her acclaimed performance in Brokeback Mountain, or even the under-appreciated Armageddon Time, Hathaway has already delivered a body of work that belongs with the all-time greats. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP Order Leonard and Jessie's new cookbook "Family Movie Night Menus" at amazon.com.au/Family-Movie-Night-Menus CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    29 min
  2. "Michael" Review & CinemaCon 2026 News

    APR 27

    "Michael" Review & CinemaCon 2026 News

    Everyone's favourite smooth criminal himself, Leonard Maltin, was lucky enough to screen a preview of Michael, Antoine Fuqua's new Michael Jackson biopic at his USC class. He gives his thoughts on Jaafar Jackson's portrayal of his uncle, the subject matter (or lack thereof), the potential for future sequels and more. Plus, Leonard and Guy also cover all the big news from this year's CinemaCon, including early thoughts on Avengers: Doomsday, Steven Spielberg's message to Hollywood, the current length of cinema releases and more. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP Order Leonard and Jessie's new cookbook "Family Movie Night Menus" at amazon.com.au/Family-Movie-Night-Menus CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    14 min
  3. Project Hailmary

    APR 24

    Project Hailmary

    It's time to climb aboard the Hail Mary because this week's project is to review Project Hailmary, the new film starring Ryan Gosling as Dr. Ryland Grace, a molecular biologist turned junior-high science teacher, recruited to stop an alien microbe from consuming the sun. Leonard and Guy discuss the film helping revive the "movie going experience", the use of practical effects over CGI, the stellar casting and more. Did they give it a thumbs up or a thumbs down? Tune in to find out. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP Order Leonard and Jessie's new cookbook "Family Movie Night Menus" at amazon.com.au/Family-Movie-Night-Menus CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    25 min
  4. Maltin Mailbag #02 - The Relevance Of Critics, Most Tense Interview and more!

    MAR 31

    Maltin Mailbag #02 - The Relevance Of Critics, Most Tense Interview and more!

    It's time once again to answer your questions as we delve deep into the Maltin Mailbag! Leonard and Guy discuss the importance of critics in 2026 and what the term "critic" actually means nowadays, the msot tense interviews they've conducted, their favourite modern-day directors and so much more. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP Order Leonard and Jessie's new cookbook "Family Movie Night Menus" at amazon.com.au/Family-Movie-Night-Menus CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    19 min
  5. Ryan Gosling

    MAR 30

    Ryan Gosling

    He's the man who seemingly has it all, and with the release of his critically-acclaimed new film Project Hailmary, Leonard and Guy spend this week discussing all things Ryan Gosling. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    18 min
  6. Leonard Maltin's 2026 Oscars Review

    MAR 18

    Leonard Maltin's 2026 Oscars Review

    Another Oscars ceremony is in the bag and this week Leonard and Guy recap the night, discussing notable winners like Michael B. Jordan for "Best Actor", the significance of veteran actors' recognition and the touching tribute to Rob and Michelle Reiner by Billy Crystal, why Conan SHOULD host the Oscars every year and more. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    16 min
  7. Leonard Maltin's 2026 Oscar Predictions

    MAR 10

    Leonard Maltin's 2026 Oscar Predictions

    Oscars season is upon us and this week, Leonard and Guy run through who they think are the leading contenders to take the prize in each category. Will Timothée Chalamet snatch his first Best Actor award for his work in Marty Supreme? How many (if any) awards will Sinners win, despite its record-breaking nominations tally? We delve into it all. Leonard and Guy also discuss what they consider to be the most interesting category, the introduction of "best casting" category, how the voting process works in 2026, Leonard's escapades at the Playboy Mansion on awards night and more! Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    31 min
  8. BREAKING NEWS: Paramount buys Warner Bros. Discovery

    MAR 10

    BREAKING NEWS: Paramount buys Warner Bros. Discovery

    Leonard and Guy give their thoughts on the news that Netflix have pulled out of the race to purchase WBD, leaving Paramount as the all-but-certain frontrunners to take over the iconic brand. Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguide Listen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2L Listen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhD Official Website - themovieguidepodcast.com Purchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNP CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.au Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-park The One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcast SpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill- Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeld Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

    8 min
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Legendary film critic Leonard Maltin returns with his famous "Movie Guide", discussing the biggest, boldest and best films of all time with fellow critic, Guy Davis.  Each week, Maltin and Davis will dissect their favourite films, as well as recommend some you may have never seen or heard of. The Movie Guide is designed to help film buffs worldwide celebrate their love of all things cinema. Remember, the only thing better than watching movies, is talking about them. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

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