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The Cosmic Circus

We discuss movies, TV shows and streaming series, comics, and comic book movies (such as DC or Marvel Studios). Video versions of many of these episodes are on YouTube @TheCosmicCircus . If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting us on patreon.com/cosmiccircus . Benefits include a private Discord where you can talk about movies, shows, books, games and comics with other fans! For more from The Cosmic Circus, including links to articles, film, TV series, comics, books, and game reviews, visit thecosmiccircus.com Questions? Concerns? Suggestions? Please contact: podcasts@thecosmiccircus.com

  1. Season reviews of Alien: Earth and Marvel Zombies, with bonus Peacemaker season 2! | Cosmic Circus Reviews

    29/09/2025

    Season reviews of Alien: Earth and Marvel Zombies, with bonus Peacemaker season 2! | Cosmic Circus Reviews

    Vin and Cam return to talk about season 1 of Alien: Earth and its finale as well as the new Marvel Zombies series, weighing bold ideas against messy execution. They discuss hybrid androids, underused xenomorphs, standout creature concepts, and pacing issues that left both shows leaning on potential rather than payoff. They also break down Marvel Zombies' highlights along with the lowlights and debate the need for Marvel Studios to go to tighter, more emotional storytelling and better season finales for their shows.  They finish up with a quick chat about Peacemaker season 2, which they have already reviews in a previous episode of the podcast.   Alien: Earth (2025) - Created by Noah Hawley - Starring Sydney Chandler, Samuel Blenkin, Timothy Olyphant, Babou Ceesay Marvel Zombies (2025) - Created by Bryan Andrews & Zeb Wells - Starring Iman Vellani, Elizabeth Olsen, Todd Williams, Simu Liu, Awkwafina Peacemaker Season 2 (2025) - Created by James Gunn - Starring John Cena, Jennifer Holland, Danielle Brooks Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Alien: Earth season 1 discussion with spoilers 13:54 - Ranking Alien: Earth with the films 16:10 - Do we want a second season? The state of the Alien franchise right now. 21:10 - Marvel Zombies discussion with spoilers 34:20 - How will Marvel Studios wind up The Multiverse Saga? 39:55 - Should there be a Marvel Zombies season 2? 41:14 - Peacemaker season 2 quick discussion (reviewed in a prior episode) 43:11 - Outro For more content and to support The Cosmic Circus and this channel please join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/cosmiccircus Find the video version of this discussion on YouTube @TheCosmicCircus

    44 min
  2. 'The Old Woman With a Knife' Movie Review: Stylish Korean Assassin Thriller  | Cosmic Circus Reviews

    06/09/2025

    'The Old Woman With a Knife' Movie Review: Stylish Korean Assassin Thriller | Cosmic Circus Reviews

    Vin and John discuss The Old Woman With The Knife, a 2025 South Korean action film about an aging female assassin. They praise the film's visuals, score, performances, and action choreography but note the story's confusing timelines, a late emotional payoff, and an underdeveloped resolution. Overall, they find it stylish and promising, with room for improvement and franchise potential. John and Vin also discuss their love of action movies like Shaw Bros, Jackie Chan, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and the John Wick franchise. THE OLD WOMAN WITH THE KNIFE (2025) - Directed by Min Kyu-dong - Screenplay by Kim Dong-wan & Min Kyu-dong - Based on the novel by Gu Byeong-mo - Starring Lee Hye-young and Kim Sung-cheol Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Details about The Old Woman with the Knife 03:00 - General thoughts on this movie, comparisons to Ballerina and the John Wick films, as well as other influential films discussed 17:00 - More on the comparisons with the John Wick films 21:34 - Spoilers for The Old Woman with the Knife review discussion 26:00 - Final thoughts on the film. Ideas for stars who might be able to be the American version of the "Old Woman" assassin/killer role, like a female John Wick. 28:21 - Outro and some action movie recommendations For more content and to support The Cosmic Circus and this channel please join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/cosmiccircus Find the video version of this discussion on youtube @TheCosmicCircus

    31 min
  3. 'Alien: Earth' is an Exciting Expansion of the Alien Universe | Cosmic Circus Reviews

    18/08/2025

    'Alien: Earth' is an Exciting Expansion of the Alien Universe | Cosmic Circus Reviews

    Cam & Vin share their reactions to the first two episodes of Alien: Earth, focusing on highlights and surprises in the new FX/Hulu series. The two talk about whether or not they'd like to see more than one season of this series, challenges to the series, parallels with Blade Runner, and how Star Wars handles film and show connections vs. how the Alien franchise handles it. Listen in to find out what they think of the series so far and see if it lines up with what you think or not! Find the video version of this podcast on YouTube @TheCosmicCircus Alien: Earth (2025) S1 E1-2  - Created for television by Noah Hawley - Starring Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant Timestamps  00:00 - Intro 01:25 History with the Alien franchise 03:57 - Intro to Alien: Earth premiere episodes recap 08:55 - Are feelings positive or negative on the new series so far? 10:00 - Blade Runner parallels and similarities 10:45 - Companies in Alien: Earth competing 12:09 - Pacing and other challenges for the series 13:08 - Expanding Ridley Scott's Alien franchise lore in this new FX/Hulu series 14:00 - Questioning the ethics of having children in adult bodies 15:33 - Vin's thirst for blood in the series 16:32 - What new things do you like in the show? 19:50 - Do we want multiple seasons of Alien: Earth? 21:20- Building consistency with films and other media. Star Wars vs. Alien handling of films and shows.  24:25 - Is this a good start to the series? 27:30 - Final thoughts on the premiere episodes of Alien: Earth, and Timothy Olyphant's weird blonde hair.  28:55 - Outro For more content and to support TheCosmicCircus.com and this channel please join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/cosmiccircus

    29 min

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We discuss movies, TV shows and streaming series, comics, and comic book movies (such as DC or Marvel Studios). Video versions of many of these episodes are on YouTube @TheCosmicCircus . If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting us on patreon.com/cosmiccircus . Benefits include a private Discord where you can talk about movies, shows, books, games and comics with other fans! For more from The Cosmic Circus, including links to articles, film, TV series, comics, books, and game reviews, visit thecosmiccircus.com Questions? Concerns? Suggestions? Please contact: podcasts@thecosmiccircus.com