Franchise Addicts

Franchise Addicts
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Welcome to Franchise Addicts, a podcast covering every film in a given franchise. Hosts Luke and Chris are two friends and movie fanatics determined to find the greatest movie franchises in the history of film. From deep-dive thematic discussions to instant reactions on new releases, each episode breaks down what makes these franchises work, what doesn’t, and why we keep coming back. Part of the PodNation Media Network. Available on Roku, YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

  1. Prey + Killer of Killers — The Franchise Finally Gets It Right

    4D AGO

    Prey + Killer of Killers — The Franchise Finally Gets It Right

    Luke, Chris, and Peter cover the two best Predator films since the original. Prey takes the hunt back to 1719 with a Comanche warrior who earned the franchise its best reviews in 35 years. Killer of Killers sends Vikings, samurai, and WWII pilots against the Yautja in an animated anthology that builds the first Predator cinematic universe. After weeks of suffering through sequels, the franchise finally delivers. Also: Michael Biehn joins the Predator kill club, Naru's dog is a 4,500-year-old breed, and the post-credits scene changes everything.Live at 8:15pm CT.🎙️ Part of the PodNation Media Network. Available on Roku.SUBSCRIBE for weekly franchise deep-dives, film analysis, and video essays.📍 Find us everywhere:Spotify: Franchise AddictsApple Podcasts: Franchise AddictsYouTube: @FranchiseAddictsLinktree: linktr.ee/podnationpods#Predator #Prey #KillerOfKillers #AmberMidthunder #DanTrachtenberg #FranchiseAddicts #MoviePodcast #FilmTwitter #PodernFamily #PodcastHQ #PodNationMedia🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6700067129982976

    1h 5m
  2. The Predator Trifecta — Three Sequels, No Schwarzenegger | Franchise Addicts

    APR 27

    The Predator Trifecta — Three Sequels, No Schwarzenegger | Franchise Addicts

    Luke, Chris, and Peter attempt to survive three Predator sequels in one night. Predator 2 moves the hunt to 1990s LA with Danny Glover and Gary Busey. Predators drops Adrien Brody on an alien planet and asks you to believe he's an action star. The Predator brings back Shane Black, the guy who wrote bad jokes in the original, to direct an entire movie that somehow makes even less sense than his jokes did. Three movies. No Arnold. One episode. Pray for us. Live at 8:15pm CT. 🎙️ Part of the PodNation Media Network. Available on Roku. SUBSCRIBE for weekly franchise deep-dives, film analysis, and video essays. 📍 Find us everywhere:Spotify: Franchise AddictsApple Podcasts: Franchise AddictsYouTube: @FranchiseAddictsLinktree: linktr.ee/podnationpods #Predator #Predator2 #Predators #ThePredator #DannyGlover #AdrienBrody #ShaneBlack #FranchiseAddicts #MoviePodcast #FilmTwitter #PodernFamily #PodcastHQ #PodNationMedia

    1h 3m
  3. Franchise Addicts: Predator (1987) - If it bleeds, we can kill it.

    APR 16

    Franchise Addicts: Predator (1987) - If it bleeds, we can kill it.

    In this live-stream recording, the Franchise Addicts crew—Luke, Chris, and the team—trek deep into the jungle to hunt down the 1987 masterpiece that defined a generation of sci-fi horror: Predator.Join the Hunt:Who was your favorite member of Dutch's team? And honestly—if you were in the jungle, would you have "gotten to the choppa" in time? Let us know in the comments!Subscribe to Franchise Addicts for more deep dives into the films that shaped our obsession with cinema.#Predator #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #FranchiseAddicts #80sMovies #SciFiHorror #MoviePodcast #GetToTheChoppa #StanWinston #ActionMovies #MovieReview #ClassicCinema

    1h 7m
  4. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga - Before the Road, Before the Fury

    MAR 26

    Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga - Before the Road, Before the Fury

    In this episode of Franchise Addicts, Luke, Chris, and special guest Peter dive into the high-octane prequel Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. We’re concluding our journey through the Wasteland by breaking down George Miller’s latest epic and its place in the legendary franchise. We explore the fascinating production history of the film, including the "lost" Studio Ghibli-style anime script known as The Peach, and how the visual language of the series shifted with a new cinematographer and the move back to the Australian basin. From the "Sega" energy of the title to the Waterworld comparisons, we’re covering every detail before the road and before the fury. In this episode, we discuss: The Anime Origin: The surprising story of how this movie was almost a hand-drawn feature. Visual Evolution: Comparing the look of Fury Road to the digital landscapes of Furiosa. The "Vibe" Factor: Is the plot secondary to the atmosphere of the Wasteland? The Tree Cutter: Peter’s application to join the War Rig (and his questionable work history). Timestamps: 00:00 — Introduction & The "Saga vs. Sega" Debate 03:44 — The Tree Cutter: Character Deep Dive 09:31 — The Peach: The Studio Ghibli Script That Almost Was 13:24 — Is Furiosa a Waterworld Rip-off? 15:43 — Final Thoughts: "Mad Max is just vibes." Join the Conversation:What did you think of Anya Taylor-Joy’s take on the character? Does it live up to the legacy of Fury Road? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe to Franchise Addicts for more deep dives into cinematic history.

    1h 4m
  5. Mad Max: Fury Road — What a Lovely Day | Franchise Addicts

    MAR 22

    Mad Max: Fury Road — What a Lovely Day | Franchise Addicts

    Four hosts. One War Rig. Luke, Chris, returning guest Peter, and special guest Dominic from Talkin TV take on the greatest action movie of the century. Mad Max: Fury Road is George Miller's masterpiece, made 30 years after Thunderdome by a 70-year-old director who embarrassed every action filmmaker half his age. Is this Furiosa's movie more than Max's? Is Nux the real hero? How did Miller make Happy Feet and then come back and make this? And is Fury Road the best action movie of the 21st century? Part of the PodNation Media Network. Available on Roku. 🎙️ New episodes weekly⏭️ Next up: Furiosa SUBSCRIBE for weekly franchise deep-dives, film analysis, and video essays. 📍 Find us everywhere:Spotify: Franchise AddictsApple Podcasts: Franchise AddictsYouTube: @FranchiseAddictsLinktree: linktr.ee/podnationpods Also check out Dom at @MovieNerdReviews and @TalkingTVPodcast #MadMax #FuryRoad #TomHardy #CharlizeTheron #GeorgeMiller #NicholasHoult #ImmortalJoe #FranchiseAddicts #MoviePodcast #FilmTwitter #PodernFamily #PodcastHQ #PodNationMedia

    1h 18m
  6. Top Movies of 2025 & Oscar Predictions - And the Award Goes To...

    MAR 14

    Top Movies of 2025 & Oscar Predictions - And the Award Goes To...

    Luke and Chris step outside the franchise world for a special episode breaking down their favorite films of 2025 and making their Oscar predictions before the big night. From the blockbusters that dominated the box office to the smaller films that deserved more attention, this is the full rundown of a year that turned out to be one of the best in recent memory. Plus, who's taking home Best Picture? Who got snubbed? And which predictions are going to age terribly? New episodes weekly. Next up: Mad Max Fury Road. Find us everywhere:YouTube: @FranchiseAddictsSpotify: Franchise AddictsApple Podcasts: Franchise Addicts

    1h 48m
  7. Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome — Three Men Enter, One Man Leaves

    MAR 12

    Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome — Three Men Enter, One Man Leaves

    Luke, Chris, and the return of Peter take on Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome, the strangest entry in the franchise and the first film George Miller made without his producing partner Byron Kennedy. Is this secretly two different movies? Why does Tina Turner disappear for 40 minutes? Did Tupac really shoot California Love on the Bartertown set? And how does Max go from road warrior to reluctant messiah for a tribe of lost children? Three themes. Zero structure. All chaos. New episodes weekly. Next up: Mad Max Fury Road. Find us everywhere:YouTube: @FranchiseAddictsSpotify: Franchise AddictsApple Podcasts: Franchise Addicts

    1h 6m
  8. 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple — Franchise Addicts Are Back

    FEB 28

    28 Years Later: The Bone Temple — Franchise Addicts Are Back

    The Franchise Addicts are back from hiatus and diving straight into the latest entry in the 28 Days Later franchise. Luke and Chris break down 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Nia DaCosta's blood-soaked sequel that splits its story between a 12-year-old trapped in a satanic cult and a man building a friendship with the monster he should be running from. Ralph Fiennes, Jack O'Connell, the Jimmys, and that ending. Fresh reactions, no filter. New episodes weekly. Next up: Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.

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Welcome to Franchise Addicts, a podcast covering every film in a given franchise. Hosts Luke and Chris are two friends and movie fanatics determined to find the greatest movie franchises in the history of film. From deep-dive thematic discussions to instant reactions on new releases, each episode breaks down what makes these franchises work, what doesn’t, and why we keep coming back. Part of the PodNation Media Network. Available on Roku, YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

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  • Creator
    Franchise Addicts
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Franchise Addicts
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