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Watch Closely Watch Closely
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Watch Closely is a relentlessly fun dive into the world of movies, television, and what's streaming! Join hosts Jason and the ‘Great and Talented’ Ernie through the far-reaching galaxy of entertainment. Geek out and discuss the latest news, if you should see it or skip it, and expand your horizons through new recommendations. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/watchclosely/support
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#159 Anakin Blows Up Death Star | Kennedy Attacks Fans | Moana 2 Teaser | Deadpool 🍿 Bucket
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy addresses online harassment faced by women in the 'Star Wars' franchise, particularly around the diverse cast of the upcoming series 'The Acolyte.' Furiosa and Garfield have record low numbers on Memorial day weekend. Why are movie's flopping at the theater? Plus, Fable Studio's new AI-driven streaming platform, Showrunner, which lets users create their own shows, sparking concerns about the future of traditional media jobs. Plus, we share our thoughts on the new 'Moana 2' teaser trailer.
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#158 New 'Beetlejuice' Trailer | Garfield & Furiosa Reviews | Jurassic World News & More
New "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" trailer with Michael Keaton & Jenna Ortega! Plus, reviews of "Garfield" 🐱 & "Furiosa" 🏍️. Industry news: Rupert Friend in "Jurassic World" 🌋, Oscar Isaac voices Jesus in "The King of Kings" ✝️. Box office breakdown & more! Tune in now!
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#157 Gollum Trilogy | Spiderman Noir | Tomb Raider Returns | Doctor Who Drama
Warner Bros.' new "Lord of the Rings" Gollum trilogy sees Peter Jackson return in "The Hunt for Gollum," Nicolas Cage's return as Spider-Man Noir in an MGM+ and Amazon series, and the upcoming sports streaming service Venu Sports from Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery. We'll also discuss the challenges star-led films face in the U.S., the expansion of the "Friday the 13th" franchise, Phoebe Waller-Bridge's new "Tomb Raider" series for Amazon, and the mixed ratings for "Doctor Who" Season 14.
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#156 Will Wolverine Get a Mask? | Zendaya's Challengers Spoiler Talk
What would a comic accurate mask for Hugh Jackman's Wolverine in the Deadpool and Wolverine trailer could look like? Fan's have done it! Plus we review Zendaya's tennis movie Challengers our thoughts and opinions. Join us! #Deadpool #Wolverine #Zendaya #challengersmovie
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#155 Deadpool and Wolverine Reactions | Snyder's Rebel Moon Dethroned | Office Reboot
"Rebel Moon - Part Two The Scargiver" is the lowest rated Snyder film topping Netflix briefly only to be dethroned by Sydney Sweeney's "Anyone But You," with Glen Powell. "Deadpool & Wolverine" trailer ignites with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, shaking up the MCU with its R-rated antics. Plus, we delve into Hollywood's directorial challenges and the buzz around "The Office" reboot on Peacock. Don't miss out on these top trending topics!
Watch as we react to the latest news on Snyder's Rebel Moon, Deadpool and Wolverine, and the potential Office reboot in this episode! Join the discussion now.
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#154 Keanu Joins Sonic 3 | Sydney Sweeney Spidey 4 Rumors | Disney News | Stream Wars Updates
Exciting news for "Sonic the Hedgehog" fans! Keanu Reeves joins the franchise as the mysterious Shadow in "Sonic 3," promising to bring a darker vibe to this beloved series. 🎮🎬 Dive deeper into what's brewing in the world of entertainment on our latest podcast episode! We also explore juicy "Spider-Man 4" rumors involving Sydney Sweeney and Sam Raimi, discuss Disney Plus's innovative always-on streaming channels, and reveal Sony's potential bid for Paramount. Plus, don't miss our take on Netflix's strategic shift away from subscriber numbers in 2025! Tune in now for these insights and more! 🎧🌐 #SonicMovie #SpiderMan4 #DisneyPlus #NetflixUpdates
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