Rewatching: A Spirited Revisit of the Iconic Film Franchises

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Rewatching: A Spirited Revisit of the Iconic Film Franchises

Welcome to Rewatching! Each season, we do a fan-friendly, deep dive into the most recognizable and nostalgic film franchises in pop culture such as The Lord of the Rings (Season 1), Harry Potter (Season 2), and many other favorites. Our cast and crew, similar to the franchises, are new every season but what they lack in consistency they make up for with a love of these films. We are fans first, not experts and...fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t "Watching"... this is Rewatching. This podcast is made possible by rewatchingfilms.com and is a companion resource to our Saturday afternoon newsletter 'Rewatching.'

Episodes

  1. Howard Shore Award from 'The Return of the King' [Clip]

    APR 1

    Howard Shore Award from 'The Return of the King' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Return of the King — a film filled with heroic sacrifices, legendary battles, and unforgettable cinematic moments. We dive into the most rewatchable scenes, powerful performances, and behind-the-scenes details that make this Oscar-winning masterpiece a timeless classic. 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    12 min
  2. Minas Tirith Scroll Room Award from 'The Return of the King' [Clip]

    MAR 25

    Minas Tirith Scroll Room Award from 'The Return of the King' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Return of the King — a film filled with heroic sacrifices, legendary battles, and unforgettable cinematic moments. We dive into the most rewatchable scenes, powerful performances, and behind-the-scenes details that make this Oscar-winning masterpiece a timeless classic. 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    6 min
  3. Most Rewatchable Moments from 'The Return of the King' [Clip]

    MAR 18

    Most Rewatchable Moments from 'The Return of the King' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Return of the King — a film filled with heroic sacrifices, legendary battles, and unforgettable cinematic moments. We dive into the most rewatchable scenes, powerful performances, and behind-the-scenes details that make this Oscar-winning masterpiece a timeless classic. 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    11 min
  4. 'The Return of the King' with Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore

    MAR 13

    'The Return of the King' with Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore

    → GET 25% OFF your entire order at Shire Post Mint by listening for our discount code → Discussion Questions Rewatching The Lord of the Rings - A deep-dive back into Middle Earth In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Return of the King — a film filled with heroic sacrifices, legendary battles, and unforgettable cinematic moments. We dive into the most rewatchable scenes, powerful performances, and behind-the-scenes details that make this Oscar-winning masterpiece a timeless classic. Episode breakdown [00:05:32] Ranking the Trilogy – Where Does Return of the King Stand? [00:22:18] The Battle of Pelennor Fields – The Most Epic Battle Ever? [00:41:45] The Best Scenes That Give You Chills Key Takeaways ✅ The Return of the King delivers one of the most satisfying character arcs in film history...✅ The Battle of Pelennor Fields is a masterclass in large-scale action filmmaking, blending tension, strategy, and emotional stakes...✅ At its core, this film is about friendship, sacrifice, and the weight of duty... 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching. Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    2h 18m
  5. Nit Picks from 'The Two Towers' [Clip]

    MAR 11

    Nit Picks from 'The Two Towers' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Two Towers, exploring its legendary battles, rich character development, and the hidden cinematic details that make this film a masterpiece. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    13 min
  6. Gandalf the White Award from 'The Two Towers' [Clip]

    MAR 4

    Gandalf the White Award from 'The Two Towers' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Two Towers, exploring its legendary battles, rich character development, and the hidden cinematic details that make this film a masterpiece. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    6 min
  7. Scene that Gives You the Chills from 'The Two Towers' [Clip]

    FEB 25

    Scene that Gives You the Chills from 'The Two Towers' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Two Towers, exploring its legendary battles, rich character development, and the hidden cinematic details that make this film a masterpiece. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    8 min
  8. 'The Two Towers' with Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore

    FEB 20

    'The Two Towers' with Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore

    → GET 25% OFF your entire order at Shire Post Mint by listening for our discount code → Download our Discussion Questions Rewatching The Lord of the Rings - A deep-dive back into Middle Earth In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Two Towers, exploring its legendary battles, rich character development, and the hidden cinematic details that make this film a masterpiece. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! Episode breakdown[00:00:00] Film Facts [00:23:00] Most rewatchable scenes [01:02:00] Superlatives Key Takeaways ✅ Helm’s Deep is a masterclass in action filmmaking, blending tension, pacing, and visual storytelling...✅ Gollum’s arc is one of the most compelling character studies in cinema...✅ Rohan’s story mirrors real-world themes of leadership, redemption, and resilience... 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching. Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    2h 10m
  9. Fool of a Took Award from 'The Fellowship of the Ring' [Clip]

    FEB 18

    Fool of a Took Award from 'The Fellowship of the Ring' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions Which moments need some explicits in The Lord of the Rings? In this clip from our full-length episode, we explore the scenes and characters that made have dropped an f bomb... This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:Hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Fellowship of the Ring, breaking down its most iconic scenes, memorable quotes, and behind-the-scenes trivia. From the Shire’s charm to the heart-pounding battles, they explore the film’s impact, casting choices, and even debate their rankings of the trilogy. With fun segments like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for Best Food Scene and hilarious what-if scenarios, this is the ultimate LOTR rewatch experience. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    5 min
  10. The Council of Recasting from 'The Fellowship of the Ring' [Clip]

    FEB 11

    The Council of Recasting from 'The Fellowship of the Ring' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions Who are you casting (if you had to) in The Lord of the Rings? In this clip from our full-length episode, we explore some different actors for the main characters... This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:Hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Fellowship of the Ring, breaking down its most iconic scenes, memorable quotes, and behind-the-scenes trivia. From the Shire’s charm to the heart-pounding battles, they explore the film’s impact, casting choices, and even debate their rankings of the trilogy. With fun segments like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for Best Food Scene and hilarious what-if scenarios, this is the ultimate LOTR rewatch experience. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    25 min
  11. Product Placement in Middle Earth from 'The Fellowship of the Ring' [Clip]

    FEB 4

    Product Placement in Middle Earth from 'The Fellowship of the Ring' [Clip]

    → Discussion Questions Could product placement ever fit into The Lord of the Rings? In this clip from our full-length episode, we explore what modern brands might sneak their way into Middle-earth—without completely breaking the immersion. Some of our ideas include... 🏔️ Hot Hands 👣 Birkenstocks 🍞 AG1 🍻 Dos Equis 🍳 Yeti This clip is just a small taste of our conversation, be sure to listen to the full episode:Hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Fellowship of the Ring, breaking down its most iconic scenes, memorable quotes, and behind-the-scenes trivia. From the Shire’s charm to the heart-pounding battles, they explore the film’s impact, casting choices, and even debate their rankings of the trilogy. With fun segments like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for Best Food Scene and hilarious what-if scenarios, this is the ultimate LOTR rewatch experience. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching.Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    11 min
  12. 'The Fellowship of the Ring' with Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore

    JAN 29

    'The Fellowship of the Ring' with Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore

    → GET 25% OFF your entire order at Shire Post Mint by listening for our discount code → Download our Discussion Questions Rewatching The Lord of the Rings - A deep-dive into Middle Earth In this episode, hosts Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore take a deep dive into The Fellowship of the Ring, breaking down its most iconic scenes, memorable quotes, and behind-the-scenes trivia. From the Shire’s charm to the heart-pounding battles, they explore the film’s impact, casting choices, and even debate their rankings of the trilogy. With fun segments like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for Best Food Scene and hilarious what-if scenarios, this is the ultimate LOTR rewatch experience. Whether you're a Tolkien expert or a casual fan, join the journey through Middle-earth! Episode breakdown00:00 – Welcome to the Rewatch! First memories of Fellowship, its cultural impact, and how it shaped our love for fantasy films.22:15 – Breaking Down the Best Scenes & Quotes – From the Shire to Amon Hen, we relive the most unforgettable moments. Also, we investigate the ultimate "smoke break" scene (yes, we rank the best moments to step away).48:50 – Behind-the-Scenes Trivia & Recasting the Fellowship – Did you know Orlando Bloom made just $175K for Legolas? Plus, we reimagine who would play these roles if the film were made today.1:15:40 – Awards Time! The ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for Best Food Scene, ‘Mount Doom’ Hottest Take, and more. Key Takeaways ✅ The Fellowship of the Ring set the gold standard for fantasy movies...✅ The film’s visual effects, score, and storytelling still hold up after 20+ years...✅ Frodo’s burden, Aragorn’s leadership, and Sam’s loyalty remain legendary...✅ We still don’t know what exactly lembas bread tastes like... 'Rewatching The Lord of the Rings' dives back into Middle-earth one film at a time to relive the magic, dissect fan favorite scenes and lines, share nerdy facts, and even laugh at some of the trilogy's most-popular memes. AND because ‘one does not simply do a rewatch’ without a few superlatives, we’ll be handing out Awards like the ‘Po-ta-toes’ Award for best food scene, the ‘Mount Doom’ Award for Hottest Take, and plenty more. Re-LOTR is hosted by friends Daniel Matthews, Hunter Hill, and Tad Moore. Fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t watching the Lord of the Rings... this is Rewatching. Rewatching the Lord of the Rings is part of 'Rewatching', a podcast collective from Rockwell Productions - email us for any franchise recommendations at rewatchingfilms@gmail.com

    3h 12m
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Welcome to Rewatching! Each season, we do a fan-friendly, deep dive into the most recognizable and nostalgic film franchises in pop culture such as The Lord of the Rings (Season 1), Harry Potter (Season 2), and many other favorites. Our cast and crew, similar to the franchises, are new every season but what they lack in consistency they make up for with a love of these films. We are fans first, not experts and...fair warning: there will be spoilers because this isn’t "Watching"... this is Rewatching. This podcast is made possible by rewatchingfilms.com and is a companion resource to our Saturday afternoon newsletter 'Rewatching.'

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