Monkey Nut Punch - The Podcast

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 370, where long-running franchises show their cracks — and sometimes just admit it out loud.

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Mark Ruffalo finally confirms whether The Hulk will appear in Avengers: Doomsday, putting months of speculation to rest.

For All Mankind Season 5 gets a confirmed release date, a first look, and a surprise The Killing reunion.

A new rumour claims a major Star Wars character could b...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 369, where long-running franchises face reality checks and studios redraw the map.

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A major Star Wars boss departs after steering the franchise through its controversial reboot era. What does this actually mean for the future?

Matt Smith’s upcoming Star Wars movie is said to be taking inspiration from Stranger Things — tone shift or trend-chasing?

Daisy Ridley shares a fres...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 368, where leaks spiral, rumours implode, and legacy franchises keep arguing with themselves.

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Godzilla Minus Zero locks in a November release date — the King is marching back to cinemas.

The internet convinces itself a secret Stranger Things finale exists… except it doesn’t. We break down the “Conformity Gate” myth and how fans talked themselves into it.

A leaked report cl...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 367, where endings don’t really end and franchises just keep multiplying.

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The Duffer Brothers reveal a Stranger Things spinoff set in a new town, with new characters, and a whole new corner of the universe. Is this smart expansion or brand overreach?

Bad news for fans of Pluribus — Apple TV+ confirms a disappointing delay for Season 2, raising questions about momentum and ...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 366, where franchises refuse to die and creators insist they’re right.

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Apple TV+ and Legendary expand the Monsterverse with a Young Lee Shaw series starring Wyatt Russell — prequels are the new sequels.

The Fallout video game boss confirms Season 3 of the Amazon series is already being written, alongside new in-game storylines. This machine is rolling.

Jamie Campbell Bower...

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, Episode 365 — where franchises live, die, and occasionally get rebooted out of spite.

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Ruth Wilson’s “gripping” British thriller from the Slow Horses boss confirms a return with a brand-new twisted mystery — prestige TV still doing it properly.

28 Years Later 3 gets a major update, with Cillian Murphy involved again after an “electric” response to the sequel. Horror might actually b...

Welcome to Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 364, where the entertainment world seems to be speed-running madness this week.

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Doctor Who showrunner promises a 2026 Christmas special so wild it left BBC execs “jaws agape.” Bold or bonkers? Let's dissect.

Men in Black 5 officially in development at Sony — is there any juice left in the neuralyzer?

Netflix drops $72 billion to buy Warner Bros’ film & streaming businesses. The...

Welcome back to Episode 363 of Monkey Nut Punch — grab a cuppa and settle in for another wild ride through the madness of pop-culture, trailers and reviews 

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Amazon greenlights a brand-new Stargate series — what this means for the franchise and fans old and new.  EW.com +1

Avatar: Fire and Ash — could this be the final chapter in the Avatars saga? We dissect the talk from director James Cameron.

Casting news drops as Wednesda...

In Episode 362 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we cover huge TV and film announcements, fresh trailers, and sharp reviews — from Star Trek to Shōgun and beyond.

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Star Trek is boldly going again — Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley (Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves) are developing a new movie for Paramount.

Shōgun creators promise an even bigger and bloodier Season 2, with “epic war sequences” and ...

In Episode 361 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we unpack a massive week in entertainment news — from returning monsters to sci-fi reboots and political thrillers.

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It’s official: Gremlins 3 is in development! After years of rumours, Gizmo and the gang are heading back to the big screen.

Paramount is moving on from the Star Trek Kelvin timeline and developing a completely new film unconnected to J.J. Abrams’ reboot ...

In Episode 360 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we cover the latest in sci-fi, streaming, and cinema news — from Gallifrey to Hawkins, and everything in between.

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• The Witcher showrunner defends changes to Netflix’s adaptation, saying the books and games “still exist” for fans who prefer other versions.

• The BBC confirms Doctor Who’s long-term future following its Disney+ deal — plus details about the upcoming...

In Episode 359 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we break down the latest movie and TV news, trailers, and reviews — from galaxies far, far away to the gritty world of espionage and mobsters.

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• A beloved 1960s TV series is getting a modern reboot, with a major Hollywood star reportedly in talks to lead the project.

• Star Wars fans fly a plane over Disney Studios with a “Save The Hunt for Ben Solo” banner after ...

In Episode 358 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re covering the latest news from across the geek galaxy — from Gallifrey to Hawkins, Gotham to Tatooine.

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• Doctor Who producer defends the show’s storytelling direction, insisting it must “reflect the world in which we live” while addressing fan concerns about its creative future.

• Batgirl actor Jacob Scipio calls the cancelled movie “a phenomenal film the wor...

In Episode 357 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re covering the latest in sci-fi, superhero, and streaming news — from Hogwarts to Hollywood!

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First look: John Lithgow is spotted as Dumbledore on the set of HBO’s Harry Potter series. Fans are already buzzing about the casting and his impressive wizard beard.

Sigourney Weaver reveals she’s met with Disney about returning to Alien after reading “quite extraordinary...

In Episode 356 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we break down this week’s biggest entertainment stories, new trailers, and reviews from across TV and film.

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Superman smashes records on HBO Max with over 13 million views in just 10 days — the platform’s biggest movie launch since Barbie.

James Gunn confirms Peacemaker’s Earth-X storyline goes deeper than “just giving us a punching bag with racists.”

Original Tron sta...

In Episode 355 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we dive into the week’s biggest entertainment news, new trailers, and reviews.

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Daredevil: Born Again officially renewed for Season 3 — what’s next for the Man Without Fear on Disney+?

James Cameron confirms he’s returning to his biggest sci-fi franchise, but with a surprising twist that changes expectations.

Star Trek: Voyager boss criticizes today’s shorter TV season...

In Episode 354 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we cover monster leaks, superhero sequels, classic reboots, and a heavy dose of sci-fi reviews.

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Godzilla x Kong: Supernova leaks suggest SpaceGodzilla or another cosmic threat could arrive — along with the possible death of a major Titan.

James Gunn confirms Superman’s follow-up, Man of Tomorrow, set for 2027, while keeping the definition of a sequel vague.

Rumors swi...

In Episode 353 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we explore the latest movie, TV, and gaming news, along with fresh reviews and retro Trek.

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Superman spinoff rumors heat up, with DCU actor Wendell Pierce already expressing interest in being part of the project.

Writer Chris Columbus explains why Gremlins 3 has taken so long to develop, but assures fans “we’re working on something.”

Michelle Yeoh reacts to the poor re...

In Episode 352 of the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast, we’re diving into the latest entertainment headlines, fresh trailers, and both new and retro reviews.

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James Gunn admits he’d “love to” reshoot more of Peacemaker Season 1 to align it with the DCU’s new canon.

The BBC confirms Doctor Who will continue “with or without Disney,” ensuring the show’s future is secure regardless of partnerships.

Shocking news: Dexter: Origi...