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  1. MAY 17

    New James Bond Search Begins, Fallout Expands & Westworld Returns | MNP Ep. 381

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 381, where Hollywood once again proves no franchise ever truly dies. NEWS The search for the next James Bond officially begins as auditions kick off for the new 007. Who’s got the swagger to survive the role? Aaron Paul joins Fallout Season 3, adding even more firepower to Amazon’s expanding wasteland universe. Reacher scores an early Season 5 renewal at Prime Video — clearly Amazon likes very large men solving problems with violence. Ryan Coogler’s X-Files reboot lands a stacked guest cast including Steve Buscemi, Ben Foster, and Amy Madigan. A Fast & Furious TV series is now in development at Peacock, because apparently cars can never stop exploding. Christopher Nolan responds to backlash over The Odyssey, defending both the armor designs and the casting of Travis Scott. Warner Bros. is developing a Westworld movie reboot from Jurassic Park writer David Koepp. TRAILERS Stuart Fails to Save the Universe — HBO Max drops a teaser packed with sci-fi weirdness and existential chaos. REVIEW Punisher: One Last Kill — Marvel goes darker, bloodier, and more brutal… but does it actually work? Like, subscribe, and let us know which franchise should genuinely come back — and which one needs to be humanely put down. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja.

    1h 13m

  2. MAY 17

    Stranger Things Renewed, Ted Lasso Returns & Aragorn Recast Talk | MNP Ep. 380

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 380, where reboots keep surviving, legacy franchises evolve, and Netflix refuses to let Hawkins rest. NEWS Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 is officially renewed for Season 2 at Netflix — the spin-off train keeps rolling. Andy Serkis says Viggo Mortensen is reportedly “delighted” that Jamie Dornan has been chosen to play Aragorn in The Hunt for Gollum. Fans… may need convincing. The Scrubs reboot already lands a Season 2 renewal, with Zach Braff and Donald Faison celebrating through pure nostalgia overload. Ted Lasso Season 4 finally gets a trailer and August release date as Jason Sudeikis returns to Richmond — this time coaching women’s football. TRAILERS Resident Evil — another return to survival horror hits the screen with a fresh trailer. Ted Lasso Season 4 — optimism, biscuits, and emotional damage are officially back. REVIEWS Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s street-level comeback still hold up? The Boys — satire, shock value, and whether the series still has something to say. Like, subscribe, and let us know which reboot or revival you actually believe in anymore. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja.

    1h 4m

  3. APR 26

    Star Wars Retcon Rumours, RoboCop Returns & Gen V Cancelled | MNP Ep. 379

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 379, where franchises are rebooting, retconning, and occasionally pulling the plug. NEWS A new RoboCop series finally gets the green light at Amazon Studios — can the franchise work on TV? After a legal battle with Lucasfilm, Gina Carano is reportedly in talks for a Star Wars comeback. Star Wars may be taking its first steps toward retconning the sequel trilogy — rumour, reality, or fan wishful thinking? Gen V is cancelled after two seasons, but The Boys universe continues with a new spin-off, Vought Rising, set for 2027. DC pushes forward as the Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow begins filming, with teases of Brainiac and Lex Luthor behind bars. TRAILERS Street Fighter — the 2026 movie trailer drops with big expectations riding on it. Clayface — first teaser gives a glimpse at one of DC’s more unusual characters stepping into the spotlight. REVIEWS Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s grounded approach still land? The Boys — still hitting hard or starting to lose its edge? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you think is actually heading in the right direction — and which one is just spinning its wheels. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja

    1h 26m

  4. APR 19

    New Star Trek Movie, Bond Search & Top Gun 3 Update | MNP Ep. 378

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 378, where the biggest franchises in entertainment are quietly gearing up for their next move. NEWS Paramount officially confirms a new Star Trek movie, but keeps details locked down — what direction could the franchise take next? Amazon MGM says the search for the next James Bond is ongoing, promising a careful and respectful approach to casting 007. Top Gun 3 is in development, with a script underway aiming to reunite Tom Cruise and Jerry Bruckheimer. Harold Perrineau addresses fan complaints about the ending of From Season 4 — does it fix the show’s biggest issue? A Call of Duty movie locks in a Summer 2028 release date, continuing the wave of video game adaptations. TRAILERS Godzilla Minus Zero — first look teaser brings the King back with a darker tone. The Mandalorian and Grogu — final trailer teases the next big chapter in the Star Wars universe. REVIEWS Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s grounded return deliver? The Boys — still pushing boundaries or starting to repeat itself? Like, subscribe, and let us know which franchise you’re actually excited for — and which one feels like it’s just going through the motions. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja

    1h 31m

  5. APR 12

    Bad Robot Downsizing, Extraction 3 & Spider-Man Reshoots | MNP Ep. 377

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 377, where studios cut back in one breath… and double down on franchises in the next. NEWS J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot faces major downsizing — what does this mean for one of Hollywood’s most high-profile production companies? Extraction 3 is officially in the works at Netflix, with Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba returning for another round. Rumours around Star Trek: United continue to grow as Paramount looks beyond Starfleet Academy for the future of the franchise. Ralph Fiennes says the “ship has sailed” on returning as Voldemort for HBO’s Harry Potter series — but suggests Tilda Swinton would be an inspired choice. Tom Holland confirms additional filming on Spider-Man: Brand New Day… that they apparently “don’t need.” Make of that what you will. TRAILERS Mortal Kombat II — the second trailer doubles down on chaos, violence, and fan service. The Punisher: One Last Kill — Marvel drops a special presentation teaser promising a brutal send-off. REVIEW Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s street-level return stick the landing, or fall into familiar traps? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you trust right now — and which one feels like it’s on borrowed time. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja

    1h 23m

  6. APR 5

    LOTR Recast, Spaceballs Returns & Daredevil Season 3 Tease | MNP Ep. 376

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 376, where legacy franchises get reshuffled, revived, and dragged back into the spotlight. NEWS A new Lord of the Rings film confirms a major character recast — bold move or risky gamble for such an iconic role? HBO boss Casey Bloys confirms Harry Potter Season 2 is already being written, with plans to avoid long gaps between seasons. Spaceballs 2 is officially set for an April 2027 release — the parody classic is coming back, but does it still have a place today? John Lithgow weighs in on the controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling, saying much of her views have been “twisted and misrepresented,” while acknowledging the wider backlash. Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 looks set to bring back Marvel legends, with familiar faces reportedly spotted on set. TRAILERS Supergirl — the official trailer lands, giving a clearer look at DC’s next big step. Masters of the Universe — the full trailer leans heavily into nostalgia and spectacle. REVIEWS Paradise — still holding strong or starting to slip? Daredevil: Born Again — does Marvel’s grounded return actually deliver? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you think is making the right call — and which one should’ve stayed untouched. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja

    1h 35m

  7. APR 1

    Colbert Writes LOTR, Starfleet Academy Ends & Doctor Who Debate | MNP Ep. 375

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 375, where creative decisions raise eyebrows, franchises shift direction, and some shows don’t make it out alive. NEWS Stephen Colbert is reportedly set to write a new Lord of the Rings film — unexpected choice or secretly perfect fit? Ryan Coogler’s X-Files pilot casts Himesh Patel alongside Danielle Deadwyler — a serious step toward reviving the sci-fi classic. Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is set to end with Season 2 — what went wrong for the latest Trek entry? Russell T Davies explains why he views Doctor Who as a “gay show,” while also addressing the wave of online backlash. TRAILERS Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone — HBO Max drops the first teaser for the TV reboot. From Season 4 — the mystery deepens as the next chapter teases more answers… or more confusion. Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85 — Netflix expands the universe with a new spin-off set in Hawkins’ past. REVIEWS Paradise — does it continue to justify the hype and renewal? Daredevil: Born Again — Marvel’s street-level return under the microscope. Like, subscribe, and tell us which decision this week surprised you the most — Colbert writing LOTR, or Starfleet Academy ending early. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja .

    1h 43m

  8. MAR 22

    Spider-Man Breaks Records, Buffy Reboot Fails & Paradise Renewed | MNP Ep. 374

    Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 374, where some franchises soar… and others crash before they even get off the ground. NEWS Paradise is officially renewed for Season 3 at Hulu — clearly doing something right. New details emerge on Chloé Zhao’s failed Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, including the surprising lack of screen time for Sarah Michelle Gellar. What went wrong? Spider-Man: Brand New Day smashes records with a staggering 718.6 million trailer views, becoming the biggest movie trailer launch in history. TRAILERS Spider-Man: Brand New Day — the record-breaking trailer that has everyone talking. Dune: Part Three — the teaser sets the stage for another massive, cinematic chapter. REVIEWS Paradise — does it deserve that Season 3 renewal? Project Hail Mary — sci-fi ambition, execution, and whether it lives up to the hype. Like, subscribe, and let us know which story this week surprised you the most — the record-breaker or the reboot collapse. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja

    1h 43m
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Welcome to the Monkey Nut Punch podcast, three un-informed individuals talk about TV, Films and Games. Grabba cuppa tea and join us.

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  • Creator
    Monkey Nut Punch
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Explicit
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