Back To The Blockbuster

Welcome to Back To The Blockbuster, a Playlyst original podcast hosted by Gaius Bolling and Jackson Pye. Gaius brings his industry knowledge to the conversation as he currently works Press for film & TV while Jackson brings the casual moviegoer opinion. The duo also covers milestone movie anniversaries and predicts the box office every week. In addition to the main show, Gaius also hosts a bi-weekly spinoff called Back To The Blockbuster Presents: Deep Dives that sees Gaius and rotating guests diving into a different film of their choosing across all genres!

Back To The Blockbuster is a tv podcast hosted by Gaius Bolling and Jackson, with 347 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Gaius Bolling and Jackson hosts Back To The Blockbuster, a tv show with 347 episodes published.

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  Episode 299 - X-MEN REVEALED! Barbie 2 Meltdown & Freddy Krueger Civil War

  Aug 21, 20262h 12m

  It’s a monster episode! We’re starting with the seismic news from D23: the new X-Men cast is official, and we have ALL the details and hot takes. But the drama doesn't stop there—we’re investigating why Barbie 2 is reportedly falling apart over money, and we’re saying goodbye to Gareth Edwards on the new Jurassic World . Hold onto your hats, horror fans: we’ve got a new Leprechaun on the way, AND a wild scenario where Warner Bros. and Paramount are both trying to reboot A Nightmare on Elm Street . Who will win the race to bring Freddy back? We break it down. Of course, we have to talk about Tom Holland getting that bag for Spider-Man: Brand New Day . Then, we’re running through the hottest new trailers, including Michael B. Jordan’s suave return in The Thomas Crown Affair , the intense Primetime with Robert Pattinson, the twisted Verity starring Anne Hathaway, and the chaotic action of Jumanji: Open World and Violent Night 2 . Press play!

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  Episode 298 - Gosling Goes Ghost Rider, 'Days of Thunder 2' Revs Up, & 'Avengers: Doomsday' Trailer Breakdown!

  Aug 7, 20262h 8m

  This week, we’re diving headfirst into a massive week of casting news and corporate shakeups. We break down the shocking announcement that Ryan Gosling is trading his Ken energy for hellfire as the new Ghost Rider, and discuss what David Jonsson’s role in Black Panther III could mean for the franchise. We also cover the director officially attached to Days of Thunder 2 , Danny McBride’s surprise move to write and direct the next G.I. Joe movie, and the major plot twist in the Paramount/Skydance merger saga. Finally, we rev up the engine with our full trailer reactions to Avengers: Doomsday , Resident Evil (the reboot), Clayface , and what looks to be another horror hit, Other Mommy .

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  Episode 297 - The Epic Reimagining: Christopher Nolan Directs Homer’s The Odyssey

  Aug 3, 20261h 28m

  What happens when the master of mind-bending cinema takes on the foundational epic of Western literature? In this episode, we dive deep into the ultimate cinematic dream-project: Christopher Nolan adapting Homer's The Odyssey . Join us as we break down an all-star, blockbuster-caliber dream cast featuring Matt Damon as the battle-worn Odysseus, alongside Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, John Leguizamo, Jon Bernthal, and Himesh Patel. We explore how Nolan’s signature style—practical effects, nonlinear storytelling, and grand philosophical stakes—could transform ancient Greek mythology into a modern day masterpiece.

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  Episode 296 - The Batman: Part II Delayed, Elm Street Resurrected, Plus New Trailers for Digger & Soulm8te!

  Jul 24, 20261h 1m

  Get ready for a packed rundown of the latest cinematic updates! In this episode, we break down the major news surrounding The Batman: Part II and its newly adjusted release timeline. Plus, horror icon Freddy Krueger is heading back to the big screen as Paramount Pictures kicks off development on a brand-new A Nightmare on Elm Street project! We also dive into the latest trailer drops, including Tom Cruise’s thrilling new feature Digger and Soulm8te , the chilling sci-fi thriller expanding the M3GAN cinematic universe. Joining in on news for the first time is Mark J. Parker of the Release Date Rewind Podcast, proving he knows his movie headlines just as much as milestone anniversaries! Listen in movie fans! We've got you covered.

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  Episode 294 - Supergirl Underwhelms At The Box Office

  Jul 3, 20262 hour

  This week, we’re unpacking the major shakeups in Hollywood: why Supergirl flopped at the box office and what that means for the DC universe, plus the explosive rumor that DC Studios is already planning a Bane and Deathstroke film. We also follow the drama of Luca Guadagnino’s Artificial, dropped by Amazon MGM but picked up by Neon. And for trailer lovers, we’ve got sneak peeks at Robert Eggers’ Werwulf, Jesse Eisenberg’s The Debut, and the magical return of the Owens sisters in Practical Magic 2. Don’t miss it!

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