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Dan Tyler
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Each week on R Rating Brian, Dan and Will take a look at a movie franchise, break it down by movie, give it an overall score, and throw it on the board to see where that Franchise belongs compared to other movie Franchises

  1. 1d ago

    Ep 87 - Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

    Before Indiana Jones became one of cinema's greatest icons, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas unleashed Raiders of the Lost Ark—a near-perfect blend of action, adventure, mystery, comedy, and old-school serial filmmaking. But after more than four decades, does this legendary adventure still hold up? In this R Rating movie review, we take a deep dive into Raiders of the Lost Ark, looking at Harrison Ford's unforgettable performance as Indiana Jones, Steven Spielberg's direction, George Lucas' story and concept, the incredible practical stunts, John Williams' iconic score, and the film's unforgettable action sequences. We'll talk about the opening temple sequence, the truck chase, Indiana's rivalry with René Belloq, Marion Ravenwood, the Nazis, the search for the Ark of the Covenant, and that legendary finale. We'll also explore why Raiders of the Lost Ark remains one of the gold standards for adventure movies and blockbuster filmmaking. Is Raiders of the Lost Ark the greatest adventure movie ever made? Or has decades of imitation taken some of the magic away? Chapters (00:00:01) - Raiders of The Lost Ark(00:00:33) - Raiders: The Lost Ark Review(00:01:03) - The First Time I Watched 'Indiana Jones'(00:02:40) - Did You Notice Any Star Wars Ties In The Movie?(00:03:56) - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly Cold Opening(00:07:09) - Alfredo Molina in 'The Cold Open'(00:08:09) - The Monkey Death Scene(00:10:27) - Indy Jones: The Monkey(00:12:02) - Indy Jones vs Han Solo(00:16:28) - Indy Jones: Colin Farrell(00:22:01) - How Harrison Ford Made Indiana Jones Shoot the Swordsman(00:24:27) - The Making of Ghostbusters(00:29:29) - Raiders of the Lost Ark Review(00:32:00) - Steven Spielberg on The Dark Knight Trilogy(00:35:14) - Independence: A Religious Franchise(00:39:36) - Mission: Impossible 3: The Skull vs The Last Crusade(00:41:52) - John Williams' Career(00:43:30) - Raiders: The Lost Ark Review(00:47:16) - "I Want to See Everybody Swing For The Fences"(00:48:31) - Raiders OF THE LAST ARK(00:52:55) - The Battle of the Bulge(00:54:01) - Bloody Dragon Review(00:55:08) - Indiana Jones Top 10 List(00:56:53) - Top 10 Films of All Time(01:00:45) - Raiders Of The Lost Ark ReviewJoin the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 87 - Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

  2. 3d ago

    Ep 86 - Mortal Kombat 2 (2026)

    The fight continues! Mortal Kombat 2 brings the brutal video game franchise back to the big screen, with returning warriors, new characters, bigger battles, and even more fatalities. After the 2021 reboot introduced a new generation of fighters, does the sequel finally deliver the full-on Mortal Kombat experience fans have been waiting for? In this R Rating movie review, we break down Mortal Kombat 2 with an honest look at the story, characters, fight choreography, fatalities, visual effects, and how well the movie captures the spirit of the games. We'll talk about the returning cast, the new additions to the roster, the evolution of Cole Young, and the continuing rivalry between legendary fighters like Scorpion and Sub-Zero. We'll also discuss how Mortal Kombat 2 compares to the 2021 reboot, whether the sequel improves on its predecessor, and whether the filmmakers finally understand what makes the Mortal Kombat games so much fun. Does Mortal Kombat 2 deliver the bloody, ridiculous, over-the-top video game adaptation fans deserve—or does it get finished before the tournament even begins? Chapters (00:00:00) - Mortal Kombat 2 Review(00:01:04) - Mortal Kombat 2 Review(00:02:07) - "Excellent" vs. '(00:03:07) - Mortal Kombat 2 Movie Review(00:07:28) - Mortal Kombat 2 vs Mortal Kombat 3(00:11:30) - Cole Young In 'The Dark Knight'(00:13:14) - Cole Young Dead In '(00:13:56) - Johnny Cage and KANO(00:14:58) - Johnny Cage In The Play(00:16:47) - Mortal Kombat 2 Review(00:19:56) - Kano vs The Dark Knight(00:20:37) - Mortal Kombat: Katana(00:23:41) - Sub Zero Movie Review(00:27:07) - Mortal Kombat 2 Review(00:30:21) - Kung Lao vs Liu Kang(00:35:50) - Mortal Kombat 2: Fatal Fills(00:37:12) - Quentin in Mortal Kombat 4(00:37:39) - Scorpion Kills Noob Saibot(00:39:15) - Sonya In The Dark(00:40:36) - Jade vs. Sindel(00:41:53) - The Masked Fighter Review(00:45:28) - People Try To Get In Unmonitored(00:45:59) - Mortal Kombat: Movie Review(00:48:52) - Mortal Kombat: The Tournament(00:52:20) - Mortal Kombat: In The Universe Review(00:54:18) - Mortal Kombat Movie Review(00:58:26) - Mortal Kombat Ties With Jurassic World(00:59:39) - Mortal Kombat 2 ReviewJoin the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 86 - Mortal Kombat 2 (2026)

  3. 5d ago

    Ep 85 - Mortal Kombat (2021)

    Finish him! Mortal Kombat finally returns to the big screen with a brutal, R-rated reboot packed with iconic characters, ridiculous fatalities, martial arts action, and plenty of blood. But does this new adaptation actually deliver the video game movie fans have been waiting for? In this R Rating movie review, we take a deep dive into Mortal Kombat (2021), looking at its story, characters, fight choreography, visual effects, fatalities, and connections to the legendary video game franchise. We'll talk about Scorpion and Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Kung Lao, Raiden, Sonya Blade, Jax, Kano, and the decision to introduce Cole Young as the movie's central character. We'll also discuss the film's incredible opening sequence, the rivalry between Scorpion and Sub-Zero, the balance between fan service and storytelling, and whether Mortal Kombat finally gets the violence and brutality of the games right. Is Mortal Kombat the best video game adaptation yet? Or does all the blood and fan service fail to hide a weak story? Chapters (00:00:00) - Mortal Kombat 2021(00:01:09) - Mortal Kombat Movie Review(00:03:47) - Mortal Kombat: The Story(00:05:17) - Raiden vs Shao Kahn(00:07:00) - Raiden 2: The Movie Review(00:10:50) - Scorpio 2 Review(00:12:31) - Mortal Kombat 2 Review(00:15:18) - Overall Movie Review(00:16:14) - Sonya Blade In 'The Phantom'(00:19:01) - Mortal Kombat 2 Review(00:20:45) - Black Scorpion vs Sub-Zero(00:23:05) - Jax's Cybernetics In The Dark(00:24:54) - Prince Goro In The Dark(00:26:30) - Goro in The Dark Knight(00:27:17) - The only good things they did was the fight scenes with Sub Zero and Scorpion(00:28:30) - Scorpion vs Sub Zero(00:32:59) - Mortal Kombat 2: The Fatality(00:35:26) - Mortal Kombat 2: Reptile Review(00:39:20) - Mortal Kombat: The Movie Review(00:41:44) - Mortal Kombat Movie Review(00:43:53) - Mortal Kombat 2(00:44:33) - Cole Young on The Next 'Ghost Rider'(00:45:45) - Mortal Kombat 2 R ratingJoin the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 85 - Mortal Kombat (2021)

  4. Aug 14

    Ep 84 - A Star Is Born (2018)

    Bradley Cooper's A Star Is Born became one of the biggest romantic dramas of 2018, combining incredible music, powerful performances, and a heartbreaking story about love, fame, addiction, and self-destruction. But more than 90 years after the original story was first brought to the screen, does this latest version still have something meaningful to say? In this R Rating movie review, we take a deep dive into A Star Is Born, looking at Bradley Cooper's directorial debut and his performance as troubled musician Jackson Maine, as well as Lady Gaga's breakout dramatic performance as Ally. We'll talk about the film's incredible soundtrack, its depiction of addiction and alcoholism, the complicated relationship between Jackson and Ally, and why the movie's emotional impact continues to resonate with audiences. We'll also discuss the chemistry between Cooper and Gaga, the film's Oscar-nominated music, the incredible concert sequences, and the devastating final act. Is A Star Is Born one of the best musical dramas of the modern era, or does its emotional manipulation go too far? Chapters (00:00:00) - A Star Is Born: In the Drag(00:00:25) - Reviewer's Pick(00:01:00) - Patreon Pick:(00:04:06) - Lady Gaga in The Fools(00:05:37) - A Star Is Born Movie Review(00:09:27) - "The End of The Movie"(00:14:44) - Bradley Cooper on 'Going deaf'(00:17:22) - Bradley Cooper In '(00:19:54) - The Manager Who Sets Bradley Jackson On The Path To Suicide(00:24:36) - Lady Gaga on the '(00:27:51) - The Music In '(00:30:41) - Sam Elliott Driving Bradley Cooper Home(00:33:19) - Dave Chappelle and Andrew Dice Clay in '(00:34:36) - The Bad Dad In '(00:38:12) - The Disaster of Gravity(00:39:37) - A Star Is Born Movie Review(00:42:38) - A Star Is Born vs. The Sound of Music(00:43:03) - Top 10 Films Rated(00:47:06) - A Star Is BornJoin the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 84 - A Star Is Born (2018)

  5. Aug 12

    Ep 83 - 22 Jump Street (2014)

    22 Jump Street takes everything that made 21 Jump Street hilarious and turns it up to eleven. Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum return as Schmidt and Jenko, this time going undercover at college to track down a drug dealer. But can a sequel that openly admits it's repeating the same formula actually be as funny as the original? In this R Rating movie review, we break down 22 Jump Street with an honest look at its comedy, action, ridiculous set pieces, and the incredible chemistry between Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum. We'll talk about the movie's hilarious self-awareness, its constant jokes about sequels, the supporting cast, Ice Cube's return as Captain Dickson, and why Phil Lord and Christopher Miller managed to make a sequel that might be even more entertaining than the original. We'll also discuss the movie's surprisingly great emotional core, Schmidt and Jenko's friendship, the college setting, and whether 22 Jump Street proves that sometimes the best way to make a sequel is to simply make fun of sequels. Is 22 Jump Street one of the greatest comedy sequels ever made? Does it actually surpass 21 Jump Street? Or is it just the same movie with a bigger budget and more explosions? Chapters (00:00:00) - 22 Jump Street 2020 Review(00:00:44) - Rating The Franchise(00:01:49) - "This Is The First Time I've Seen 22 Jump Street..."(00:03:35) - 21 Jump Street (2018)(00:08:46) - James Franco In The Dark(00:12:02) - Some Things That Didn't Work For The Movie(00:16:01) - The Sequel To '(00:18:18) - 21 Jump Street Review(00:20:48) - PeeCee 2(00:23:04) - Jonah Hill's Character Doesn't Grow In 'The Good Guy(00:25:14) - Maya and Zuk Review(00:26:34) - Wyatt Russell In Monarch(00:28:22) - 22 Jump Street: A Comedy Sequel Review(00:32:10) - 21 Jump Street Receives A 60-Rating(00:35:24) - 22 Jump Street Movie ReviewJoin the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 83 - 22 Jump Street (2014)

  6. Aug 10

    Ep 82 - 21 Jump Street (2012)

    21 Jump Street takes a classic 80s TV show and turns it into one of the funniest and most unexpectedly self-aware action comedies of the 2010s. Starring Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum, this buddy-cop comedy follows two wildly different police officers who go undercover as high school students—and quickly discover that high school has changed a lot since they were there. In this R Rating movie review, we break down 21 Jump Street with an honest look at its outrageous comedy, action, chemistry between Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum, and the surprisingly clever way the movie pokes fun at Hollywood reboots and remakes. We'll talk about the film's hilarious supporting cast, Ice Cube's unforgettable performance, the ridiculous undercover mission, and why 21 Jump Street works so much better than a movie based on an old TV show probably has any right to. Is 21 Jump Street one of the best comedy reboots ever made? Does it still hold up more than a decade later? And how did this ridiculous concept somehow turn into a genuinely great buddy-cop movie? Chapters (00:00:00) - 21 Jump Street(00:01:23) - 21 Jump Street(00:03:03) - 22 Jump Street(00:05:12) - Channing Tatum in High School(00:07:15) - Will Will Hate This Movie?(00:11:38) - "She's 18" In The Dark(00:12:38) - Jonah Hill on Brie Larson in The Teacher(00:13:27) - Phil Lord and Chris Miller on '(00:15:06) - Jonah Hill on The Good Guy(00:17:48) - Black Panther Review(00:22:23) - 22 Jump Street: The Comedy Sequel(00:28:22) - Dave Franco In "(00:32:14) - 21 Jump Street Movie Review(00:34:46) - Happy Feet 2 Review(00:36:40) - 21 Jump Street Movie Review(00:39:21) - 21 Jump Street and American Beauty(00:40:12) - 21 Jump Street Receives A 64(00:41:51) - Film Ratings: Comedians'(00:43:00) - 21 Jump StreetJoin the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 82 - 21 Jump Street (2012)

  7. Aug 7

    Ep 81 - Greenland 2 (2026)

    Gerard Butler returns in Greenland 2: Migration, continuing the Garrity family's fight for survival in a world forever changed by the comet that devastated Earth. Trading the immediate tension of the first film for a post-apocalyptic journey, this sequel expands the scope of the story—but does it live up to the surprisingly grounded original? In this R Rating movie review, I break down Greenland 2: Migration with an honest look at its action, performances, world-building, emotional stakes, and survival thriller elements. We'll discuss Gerard Butler's return as John Garrity, the film's post-apocalyptic setting, the new challenges facing the family, and whether the sequel successfully builds on what made Greenland such an unexpected hit. Does Greenland 2: Migration expand the story in meaningful ways, or does it fall into the trap of repeating the original? Is this a worthy continuation of one of the most underrated disaster movies in recent years? If you're a fan of disaster movies, post-apocalyptic thrillers, Gerard Butler action films, or movie reviews that go beyond surface-level opinions, this episode is for you. Join the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 81 - Greenland 2 (2026)

  8. Aug 5

    Ep 80 - Greenland (2020)

    Greenland proves that not every disaster movie needs to be about giant explosions and over-the-top spectacle. Instead, this tense survival thriller focuses on one family's desperate fight to stay alive as a planet-killing comet races toward Earth. Led by Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin, Greenland delivers suspense, emotion, and a surprisingly grounded take on the end of the world. In this R Rating movie review, I break down Greenland with an honest look at its gripping story, emotional performances, relentless pacing, and realistic approach to a global catastrophe. We'll talk about Gerard Butler's performance, the film's focus on family over spectacle, Ric Roman Waugh's direction, and why Greenland stands out from other modern disaster movies. Is Greenland one of the most underrated disaster films of the last decade? Does its grounded storytelling make it more effective than bigger-budget apocalypse blockbusters? Join me as we revisit one of the genre's biggest surprises. If you're a fan of disaster movies, survival thrillers, Gerard Butler films, or movie reviews that dive deeper into what makes a film work, this one's for you. Join the Conversation on Discord! - https://discord.gg/VAYxp2FM39 If you like what we do, and you want to support us, consider joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Rrating?utm_source=campaign-search-results Watch the Show on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYYg6U_AaGTIk2fIhJ438xg Dan's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/themongoolishow https://www.youtube.com/@themongoolishow Brian's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/run_seven https://www.youtube.com/@RunSeven Will's Channels https://www.twitch.tv/cleaningagent https://www.youtube.com/@CleaningAgent

    Ep 80 - Greenland (2020)
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Each week on R Rating Brian, Dan and Will take a look at a movie franchise, break it down by movie, give it an overall score, and throw it on the board to see where that Franchise belongs compared to other movie Franchises

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    Dan Tyler
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    2025 - 2026
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