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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. Ep 65 - The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

    1d ago

    Ep 65 - The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

    Santa Claus has never been this cool. In this episode of R Rating, we dive into The Christmas Chronicles, the holiday adventure that gave audiences a fresh take on Santa thanks to Kurt Russell's charismatic and unforgettable performance. When siblings Kate and Teddy Pierce attempt to catch Santa on Christmas Eve, they accidentally crash his sleigh and threaten Christmas itself. What follows is a fun-filled adventure packed with holiday magic, comedy, action, and plenty of Christmas spirit as they race to save the holiday before it's too late. In this review, we break down the story, performances, holiday charm, and why The Christmas Chronicles has become a modern Christmas favorite for many families. 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 Chapters (00:00:00) - St. Nick: The Christmas Chronicles 2018(00:00:32) - Christmas Chronicles(00:02:32) - Waldorf: Did I Watch This With My Kid?(00:03:16) - Kurt Russell as Santa in Santa(00:03:51) - Kurt Russell As Santa Claus(00:05:46) - Santa Claus Movie Review(00:06:35) - Santa vs The Jail Guards(00:11:47) - Santa Claus: Christmas Movie Review(00:15:19) - Santa vs The Elves(00:17:17) - Santa's Christmas Story(00:18:55) - Kurt Russell as Santa Claus(00:20:11) - Santa's Mickey Mantle Rookie Card(00:21:29) - Kurt Russell In Elvis: In Graceland(00:23:54) - Netflix Comment: A Christmas Story: Writing Issues(00:26:04) - "How Old Is Teddy?"(00:29:52) - Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell in 'The Dad'(00:30:55) - Radiq Audio RA Twin 2 Wireless Adapter Review(00:33:31) - Christmas Chronicles: A Movie Review(00:38:20) - 3 Christmas Films We Will Never Forget(00:38:53) - Christmas Chronicles

    39 min
  2. Ep 64 - Avatar Fire and Ash (2025)

    3d ago

    Ep 64 - Avatar Fire and Ash (2025)

    We're heading back to Pandora! In this episode of R Rating, we dive into Avatar: Fire and Ash, the highly anticipated third chapter in James Cameron's epic Avatar saga. After the events of Avatar: The Way of Water, Jake Sully, Neytiri, and their family face new challenges, new tribes, and a darker side of Pandora that we've never seen before. With the introduction of the mysterious Ash People and escalating conflict across the planet, Avatar: Fire and Ash promises to expand the world of Pandora in ways fans have been waiting years to experience. Join us as we discuss the story, characters, visual effects, action sequences, emotional moments, and what this latest installment means for the future of the Avatar franchise. 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 Chapters (00:00:00) - Avatar: Fire & Ash Review(00:01:22) - Avatar: Water World 2.5(00:06:51) - Pandora: A Review(00:09:25) - Avatar 2 Ending Explained(00:14:02) - Meeting Kitty the Super-Beast(00:14:17) - Jake From The Walking Dead 2(00:16:46) - Kitty in The Pandora Movie(00:19:10) - The Last Jedi: Death Doesn't Matter(00:22:29) - The World God Saves The Day(00:26:00) - Black Box Review(00:29:14) - Black Hawk Down Review(00:30:30) - Na'Vi vs The Navy in 2(00:33:52) - How To Survive The First World War(00:40:21) - Brain Juice Movie Review(00:44:52) - Is AI Destroying Us?(00:47:08) - The Chaplin Movie Review(00:48:00) - Avatar: The First Year Review(00:48:54) - Jake Sully on The Inventor Franchise(00:52:17) - Spider in 3.5(00:54:53) - Jake Sully on 'The Dark Planet'(00:57:58) - Radiq Audio RA Twin 2(01:01:13) - Fire and Ash: A Sequel Review(01:02:04) - The Predator: Movie Review(01:03:48) - Avatar: Fire & Ash

    1h 7m
  3. Ep 63 - The Great Outdoors (1988)

    6d ago

    Ep 63 - The Great Outdoors (1988)

    What could possibly go wrong on a relaxing family vacation? In this episode of R Rating, we dive into The Great Outdoors, the beloved 80s comedy that pairs comedy legends John Candy and Dan Aykroyd in one of the decade’s most memorable family comedies. When Chet Ripley plans a peaceful getaway with his family at a lakeside cabin, his vacation is turned upside down by the surprise arrival of his loud, obnoxious brother-in-law Roman Craig and his family. What follows is a hilarious battle of personalities filled with awkward situations, outrageous antics, and some truly unforgettable comedy moments. Written by John Hughes, The Great Outdoors combines heart, humor, and classic 80s charm to create a comedy that has stood the test of time. 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

    38 min
  4. Ep 62 - Predator Badlands (2025)

    Jun 3

    Ep 62 - Predator Badlands (2025)

    The Predator franchise has never looked like this before. In this episode of R Rating, we dive into Predator: Badlands, the bold new chapter from director Dan Trachtenberg that completely flips the formula by making a Predator the hero of the story. Set on a dangerous alien world, Predator: Badlands follows Dek, a young Yautja outcast on a deadly quest to prove himself. Along the way, he forms an unlikely alliance that turns this sci-fi action adventure into one of the most unique entries in the franchise's history. Critics praised the film's fresh perspective, ambitious world-building, and emotional core, while some longtime fans were divided by its lighter tone and PG-13 approach. In this review, we break down the action, characters, visual effects, franchise lore, and whether Badlands successfully continues the momentum started by Prey and Predator: Killer of Killers. Audience reactions have been particularly strong, with many fans praising the film's willingness to take risks and expand the mythology of the Yautja. 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 Chapters (00:00:00) - Predator Badlands 2025(00:02:35) - The Predator Review(00:03:35) - The PG13 Rating For The Predator Movie(00:07:48) - Predator Badlands Review(00:08:53) - Alien: The Next Generation(00:10:16) - The Predator: Yautja(00:15:46) - Killer of Killers: Ending(00:18:20) - Predator 2: The Toys(00:22:12) - Star Wars: The Last Jedi(00:26:56) - Guardians of the Galaxy: The Movie Review(00:30:24) - "Why Didn't They Program Her to Speak English?"(00:30:53) - Daniel Trachtenberg's The Predator Review(00:33:56) - The Predator 2 Ending Explained(00:36:56) - Yautja Prime: CGI vs Realistic(00:41:41) - Dex vs His Mother in The Predator Sequel(00:43:01) - The Predator: A Taste of the Yautja Culture(00:46:25) - Predator 2 Ending Explained(00:50:00) - Arnold in Predator 2(00:52:16) - The Predator vs Alien Franchise(00:55:56) - Predator vs Alien(00:58:39) - The Predator: A Coming of Age Story Review(01:01:04) - Alien: The Movie Review(01:01:53) - The Predator: Into the Dark(01:03:06) - The Predator: PG13 Review(01:05:53) - The Predator Takes Over From Alien(01:07:11) - Overall Review

    1h 8m
  5. Ep 61 - Avatar The Way of Water

    Jun 1

    Ep 61 - Avatar The Way of Water

    Return to Pandora. In this episode of R Rating, we dive into Avatar: The Way of Water, James Cameron’s long-awaited sequel to the highest-grossing film of all time and a stunning continuation of the world of Pandora. More than a decade after the events of the first film, Jake Sully and Neytiri are now raising a family while facing a new threat that forces them to leave their home and seek refuge with the ocean-dwelling Metkayina clan. What follows is an epic adventure filled with breathtaking visuals, emotional storytelling, and some of the most impressive visual effects ever put on screen. In this review, we break down the story, characters, world-building, action, and whether The Way of Water lives up to the massive expectations surrounding its release. 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 Chapters (00:00:00) - Pandora(00:00:33) - Avatar Review(00:01:38) - Pandora: A Taste of the Language(00:03:42) - Quantum of Saturn(00:07:12) - The Planet of the Apps(00:08:56) - Spider-Man: Into the Dark, Part 3(00:11:05) - Humans In The Dark(00:12:52) - Whales in the Elevator(00:14:08) - Jake Sully in The Inhumans(00:16:07) - The Fault in Our Hero's Death(00:17:52) - The Dark Knight Returns Review(00:18:27) - The Colonel's End in Avatar(00:22:58) - Radiq Audio RA Twin 2(00:25:40) - James Cameron's The Dark Sea, Episode 3(00:31:07) - Sigourney Weaver in The Last Jedi(00:32:00) - Black Planet 2(00:35:38) - Katana's Religious Experience In The Last Airbender(00:38:50) - Alien vs Humans Graphic Violence(00:43:20) - "Star Wars: The Next Movie..."(00:45:05) - Avatar: Way of the Water Review(00:49:28) - "It's a Human Drama"(00:51:00) - Dan Castellan on The Fast and The Furious Franchise(00:54:36) - Marvel Cinematic Universe: The Fans(00:56:36) - Andrew Garfield on Avatar's(00:58:33) - James Cameron on The Dark Planet(01:00:31) - Paul Feist on The Movie(01:02:08) - The Evil Dead 2(01:06:00) - Avatar: Way of Water Review

    1h 7m
  6. Ep 60 - Avatar (2009)

    May 29

    Ep 60 - Avatar (2009)

    James Cameron changed cinema forever. In this episode of R Rating, we dive into Avatar, the groundbreaking sci-fi epic that became one of the biggest movies of all time and redefined visual storytelling on the big screen. Set on the alien world of Pandora, Avatar follows Jake Sully, a former Marine who enters the world of the Na’vi through an advanced avatar program. But as he grows closer to the planet and its people, he’s forced to choose between the corporate mission he was sent on and the world he’s come to love. With revolutionary visual effects, immersive world-building, and massive action sequences, Avatar delivered an experience audiences had never seen before. But beyond the visuals, does the story and emotional core still hold up today? 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 Chapters (00:00:00) - Avatar(00:00:59) - Ratings The Franchise(00:01:31) - Review + Discussion of Avatar: Fire and Ash(00:03:32) - How to Train Your Dragon in Avatar(00:05:43) - Avatar: A Success Story (Review)(00:11:09) - James Cameron on Avatar's Success(00:12:19) - "How Much Do They Spend On 'The Dark Knight'?(00:12:46) - Indiana Jones 3D Review(00:15:42) - Critics slam The Predator 2(00:18:32) - The Na'Vi Movie Review(00:22:38) - James Cameron in Unattainium(00:23:53) - Battle of the Ancients(00:25:23) - Black Box Review(00:30:16) - James Cameron's The Dark Planet(00:31:38) - Pocahontas Movie Review(00:35:46) - Radiq Audio RA Twin 2(00:38:45) - Superman: Into(00:42:48) - Avatar 2 vs Evil Dead(00:44:07) - Avatar Movie Rating!

    45 min
  7. Ep 59 - It Chapter Two (2019)

    May 27

    Ep 59 - It Chapter Two (2019)

    27 years later… Pennywise returns. In this episode of R Rating, we dive into IT Chapter Two, the ambitious conclusion to Stephen King’s terrifying story that reunites the Losers’ Club for one final battle against the evil lurking beneath Derry. Now adults, the members of the Losers’ Club are forced to return home after mysterious deaths signal Pennywise’s return. As old fears resurface and buried trauma comes back to haunt them, they must confront both the monster—and the memories they tried to leave behind. With a massive cast including James McAvoy, Jessica Chastain, Bill Hader, and Bill Skarsgård returning as Pennywise, IT Chapter Two aims to balance horror, emotion, and an epic finale. But does it live up to the success of IT Chapter One? 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 Chapters (00:00:00) - It. Chapter 2, 2019(00:00:53) - Film Review(00:01:22) - It's Over, Chapter 2(00:02:28) - It: Return to the King(00:06:04) - It: The Movie Review(00:10:34) - The Amnesia In The Dark(00:13:49) - Andy From The Book on(00:17:58) - Steve From IT Review(00:20:29) - IT: The End Explained(00:24:39) - The Dark Ages Review(00:28:22) - It's The Same as The First Movie(00:31:54) - It's All In The Mind(00:35:53) - Andy vs. Pennywise(00:40:20) - It's The End(00:43:53) - It: Dark Shadows Review(00:47:47) - It: Movie Review(00:49:58) - Jurassic Park vs The Conjuring Franchise(00:51:15) - Reviewer's Rating: Chapter 2

    52 min
  8. Ep 58 - Moon (2009)

    May 25

    Ep 58 - Moon (2009)

    What if you discovered the truth… and it changed everything? In this episode of R Rating, we dive into Moon, the thought-provoking sci-fi drama that blends isolation, mystery, and psychological tension into one of the most underrated science fiction films of the 2000s. Starring Sam Rockwell in a career-defining performance, Moon follows Sam Bell, a lone worker nearing the end of his three-year assignment on a lunar mining station. But when strange events begin to unfold, he uncovers a shocking truth that forces him to question his identity, his mission, and the corporation he works for. Directed by Duncan Jones, Moon delivers emotional storytelling, atmospheric sci-fi, and big ideas without relying on massive action or visual spectacle. 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 Chapters (00:00:00) - Moon 2009 Movie Review(00:02:41) - Sam Rockwell In The Moon SpOILERS(00:07:35) - Duncan Jones Directs Just $5 Million(00:10:11) - Phantom Effect 2(00:14:55) - Samuel From Alien: The Clone Experience(00:19:11) - Clone in Fight Club(00:20:26) - Sam Rockwell on His Body Double(00:21:46) - The Sam clone in The Martian(00:24:41) - Sam in The Clone Wars(00:30:30) - The Bay of Clones Review(00:31:53) - Gertie The Robot In The(00:38:09) - Gertie Lies To Sam(00:40:18) - Film Review(00:41:13) - "The Phantom of the Opera"(00:42:07) - The Phantom Factor Review(00:42:53) - The Good Guys(00:44:06) - Dark Planet Review(00:46:06) - Patreon Pick #3: Moon(00:47:03) - Moon Movie Review

    48 min
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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
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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