The Franchise Connection

Introducing Hapna! It's a miraculous pill that can eradicate any kind of pain. Sounds too good to be true? Well, it is. One day, Hapna's creator, Dr. Deniz Skinner, says this medicine will mutate and kill its users in 30 days... unless someone can find him. This leads to the formation of Lazarus, a ragtag group of criminals tasked with locating Skinner and acquiring a cure. As the clock winds down to zero, Lazarus must work togethe...

Stop the presses! Irwin M. Fletcher a.k.a. Fletch quits! After learning he's inherited his aunt's Louisiana plantation, Fletch prepares for a luxurious new lifestyle... only to find out the place is a mess. As Fletch contemplates what to do with the property, things take a deadly turn when he's framed for murder. On top of that, a variety of characters are pressuring Fletch to sell his aunt's home. Fletch soon realizes there's a sc...

When hotshot L.A. investigative reporter, Irwin M. Fletcher a.k.a. Fletch, is offered $50K by shady businessman Alan Stanwyk to kill him for insurance money, Fletch senses his next big story. As he digs further, he unravels a huge scheme full of lies and deception that only raises more questions. With the help of Alan's wife, Gail, he'll expose the truth as he faces intimidating thugs and a stressful deadline.

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In the 24th century, Captain Jean-Luc Picard commands the U.S.S. Enterprise-D, where he and his crew travel the galaxy to visit extraordinary worlds, encounter mysterious alien species, and even cross paths with some familiar faces. Along the way, they will confront countless moral and ethical quandaries and contemplate philosophical concepts such as the human condition and life itself.

In Part 2 of 2, listen as we discuss our favo...

In the 24th century, Captain Jean-Luc Picard commands the U.S.S. Enterprise-D, where him and his crew travel the galaxy to visit extraordinary worlds, encounter mysterious alien species, and even cross paths with some familiar faces. Along the way, they will confront countless moral and ethical quandaries and contemplate philosophical concepts such as the human condition and life itself.

In Part 1 of 2, listen as we discuss our ove...

In a world where fantasy creatures live alongside humans, LAPD officer Daryl Ward is partnered with the nation's only orc cop, Nick Jakoby. However, Daryl questions Nick's loyalties after an orc attacks him, and Nick doesn't catch the criminal. That all changes when they find an elf named Tikka, a Bright or the only beings who can use magic wands (the most powerful weapons in the world). Soon, Daryl has to put aside his personal fe...

Why settle for one horror story when you can have three. Brace yourself for "Tales of Terror!" A woman returns home hoping to reconnect with her father, but a sinister presence plans to ruin this reunion. A drunkard turns to vengeance when he suspects his wife of infidelity and sets out to get revenge on her and her lover. A dying man turns to mesmerism to ease his pain, but his wife and physician believe this mesmerist has ulterio...

What's scares you the most? For Guy Carrell, he's haunted by a family history of gruesome deaths, especially being buried alive. However, his fiancé, Emily Gault refuses to let him live in fear and promises to stay by his side. Soon, Guy and Emily get married and prepare for a bright future together...until a series of events reignite Guy's anxiety. As Emily contacts her friend Dr. Miles Archer for help, Guy crafts a flawless conti...

There's something amiss at Medina Castle, and Francis Bernard is determined to discover what it is. When Francis learns his sister, Elizabeth, has died, her husband, Don Nicolas Medina, and sister-in-law, Catherine, say it was a blood illness, but Elizabeth's doctor says it was a heart attack. Suspicious of her death, he asks to see where she died and learns it occurred in Nicolas' family vault. However, opening this chamber will l...

What horrors lead to the destruction of Usher Manor? Philip Winthrop will find out when he stops by this mansion to propose to Madeline Usher. While there, he meets her brother, Roderick, who's obsessed with a family curse and determined to end the Usher bloodline. As Philip struggles to save Madeline from this madness, Roderick's paranoia will grow and affect everyone around him as the stage is set for...the Fall of the House of U...

So, you think you know the story of Dracula? Think again. Prepare to discover the "untold" origin of Prince Vlad III as he makes a deal with the devil for the power to protect his family and kingdom from the unstoppable Ottoman Empire. However, Vlad will soon discover the cost of his bargain as he finds himself becoming the legendary, bloodthirsty vampire.

Listen as we discuss how Dracula is reimagined as a family man and sympathet...

Case #6724: When Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowery's former captain is accused of working with the cartels, Miami's best detectives are intent on clearing his name. As their investigation commences, Marcus and Mike find themselves wrapped up in a massive conspiracy where they don't know who to trust and are closely pursued by both cutthroat criminals and law enforcement allies.

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Case #11720: Miami Detective Mike Lowery learns his life is in danger when a mysterious assailant goes after him and others connected to a past case. With the help of a new tactical unit (and a retired Marcus Burnett), Mike will hunt down this elusive hitman as he learns the shocking truth behind these attacks.

Listen as we discuss how directors Ardi Arbi and Bilall Fallah bring back the "Bad Boys" franchise with the same energy, a...

Case #7103: Miami Detectives Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowery's latest investigation has them trying to stop powerful new ecstasy pills from overwhelming their city. As they look for the mastermind behind this drug operation, Marcus and Mike will get into dangerous, action-packed situations whilst crossing paths with a DEA agent who has close ties to both friends.

Listen as we discuss how "Bad Boys II" delivers an exciting, over-the-...

Case File #4795: When narcotics are stolen from police custody, Miami detectives, Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowery, are on the case. With the help of a key witness, Marcus and Mike's investigation will lead them to crazy fights, intense car chases, ruthless criminals, and a purchase of Skittles and Bubblicious gum (really!).

Listen as we discuss how director Michael Bay puts a new spin on the buddy cop formula while Martin Lawrence a...

Where on Earth is John Carter? Well, he isn't. He's on Barsoom (a.k.a. Mars)! Trapped on the red planet, John will embark on an extraordinary adventure as he befriends various aliens, falls in love with a princess, and fights to save Barsoom from ruthless conquerors.

Listen as we discuss "John Carter," our first failed film franchise review! Find out why this pulp sci-fi adventure had the potential to become an exciting new film se...

"Evil Dead II" Review 

Ash and his girlfriend, Linda, go to a cabin for the weekend. While there they find an ancient, evil book and a strange recording, which... Wait a Minute! Didn't we just review this movie?!

Listen as we discuss how writer/director Sam Raimi remakes and reboots his horror classic into a bizarre, hysterically funny  horror-comedy.

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This week we have a spoiler filled discussion on the 1981 horror cult classic The Evil Dead. In which five friends visit a secluded cabin for a weekend. While there, they find an ancient book and strange recording that will unleash hordes of evil. What happens next is a night no one will ever forget. 

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