THE FUGITIVE

Wrongfully accused of murdering his wife, Dr. Richard Kimble escapes from the law in an attempt to find her killer and clear his name. Pursuing him is a team of U.S. marshals led by Deputy Samuel Gerard whose relentless pursuit leaves no warehouse, farmhouse, henhouse, outhouse or doghouse unchecked.

Alan and Craig discuss horrible dummy wrangling, September’s Patreon membership drive, and celebrate Craig’s birthday by discussing the movie The Fugitive, on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

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SEVEN SAMURAI

Residents of a small Japanese village seek protection against repeated attacks by a band of marauding thieves. Offering mere handfuls of rice as payment, they hire seven masterless samurai to protect them from invading bandits.

Alan and Craig discuss D&D parties, honor, the great Akira Kurosawa and celebrate Alan’s birthday with his favorite movie of all time “Seven Samurai” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

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WONDER WOMAN

An Amazon princess named Diana lives an idyllic existence on an island occupied solely by female warriors, but her life changes forever after American pilot Steve Trevor crash-lands nearby. Fighting alongside man in a war to end all wars, Diana will discover her full powers...and her true destiny ...

Alan and Craig are joined by Meredith Nudo (@MeredithNudo on twitter) to discuss mansplaining, free beer, why villains are hard to write for and the movie "Wonder Woman" as we continue Matinee Heroines month on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA

Jack Burton is a reasonable guy who is about to experience some unreasonable things in San Francisco’s Chinatown. As his friend’s fiancée is kidnapped Jack becomes embroiled in a centuries-old battle between good and evil. Jack goes to the rescue dodging demons, goblins and the unstoppable Three Storms as he battles through Lo Pan’s dark domain.

Alan and Craig discuss Chinese vampires, arrogant screw-ups, Alan’s review of Hamilton and the movie “Big Trouble in Little China” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

PS - Get this awesome T-Shirt featuring  our mascot Manny T. Hero as Jack Burton celebrating our live show at Comicpalooza

THE AVENGERS

When Thor's evil brother, Loki, gains access to the unlimited power of the energy cube called the Tesseract, Nick Fury, director of S.H.I.E.L.D., initiates a superhero recruitment effort to defeat the unprecedented threat to Earth.

Alan and Craig discuss serialized cinema, Muppet recasting, Infinity War spoilers and the movie “Marvel: The Avengers” on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

TERMINATOR 2: JUDGEMENT DAY

Almost ten years have passed since Sarah Connor's ordeal began, and her son John, the future leader of the resistance, is now a young boy. However, the nightmare begins again when a new, more deadly Terminator is sent back in time, it's orders - to strike at John Conner while he is still a child. Sarah and John, however, don't face this terrifying Terminator alone. The human resistance has sent back another warrior from the future, its orders - to protect John Conner at any cost. 

Alan and Craig discuss time travel, buffing up for action roles, people hating on James Cameron and the action sci-fi classic “Terminator 2: Judgement Day” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

HEAT

Master criminal Neil McCauley is trying to control the rogue actions of one of his men, while also planning one last big heist before retiring. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Hanna attempts to track down McCauley as he deals with the chaos in his own life. McCauley and Hanna discover a mutual respect, even as they try to thwart each other's plans.

Alan and Craig discuss the difficulties of love, the Pacino Syndrome, the best hero movies of 2017 and the classic thriller HEAT on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Next episode we look at one of the best westerns ever made: "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly"

DIE HARD

New York City Detective John McClane becomes the only hope for a small group of hostages, one of whom is his estranged wife, trapped in a Los Angeles high-rise office building when it is seized by terrorists on Christmas Eve.

Alan and Craig discuss Hans Gruber leadership lessons, cinematic douchebags, The Houston Film Critics Society’s slate of nominees and the Christmas movie DIE HARD on this week’s Matinee Heroes!   

Next episode we finish our Star Wars character episodes with both Darth Vader and Obi-wan Kenobi!

THE HIDDEN FORTRESS

Japanese peasants find a man and woman whom they believe are simple tribe members hiding in a fortress. Although the peasants don't know that Rokurota is a general and Yuki is a princess, the peasants agree to accompany the pair to safety in return for gold. Along the way, the general must prove his expertise in battle while also hiding his identity.

Alan and Craig discuss Samurais, the influences on Star Wars, The Houston Film Critics Society awards show, Craig’s charity photography and the Akira Kurosawa classic The Hidden Fortress on this week's Matinee Heroes.

Next episode we celebrate Thanksgiving with "Planes, Trains and Automobiles"

THE ROCKETEER

In 1938 a young air racing pilot, Cliff Secord, and his partner, Peevy, discover a secret rocket pack that enables a man to fly. They quickly become entangled in international intrigue in their attempts to keep the device away from Nazi spies and other villains, including Hollywood matinee idol Neville Sinclair. With the help of his actress girlfriend, Cliff, dubbed "The Rocketeer" by the press, embarks on a mission that could alter the course of history and make him a true hero!

Alan and Craig discuss sincerity, listener recasts, a quick review of Thor:Ragnarok and the movie The Rocketeer on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Next episode we delve into Alan's favorite genre, the Samurai movie, with "The Hidden Fortress"

THE DARK KNIGHT

With the help of allies Lt. Jim Gordon and DA Harvey Dent, Batman has been able to keep a tight lid on crime in Gotham City. But when a vile young criminal calling himself the Joker suddenly throws the town into chaos, the Caped Crusader begins to tread a fine line between heroism and vigilantism.

Alan and Craig talk about moral choices, the alignments of evil, the complete Batman on Film panel from Salt Lake Comic Con and the movie The Dark Knight on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

Next episode we discuss a movie Matinee Heroes was born to do "The Rocketeer"!

JAWS

When the seaside community of Amity finds itself under attack by a dangerous great white shark, the town’s chief of police, a young marine biologist and a grizzled shark hunter embark on a desperate quest to destroy the beast before it strikes again. 

Alan and Craig discuss failure, overcoming adversity, science vs faith the movies Dunkirk, Detroit and Wind River all while discussing one of the greatest movies of all time, JAWS on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

If you love the movie, pick up an exclusive JAWS Manny T. Hero shirt from our store!

Next episode we celebrate Craig's birthday with his favorite Harrison Ford performance in "The Mosquito Coast"

SPIDER-MAN 2

Peter Parker gives up his crime-fighting identity of Spider-Man in a desperate attempt to return to ordinary life and keep the love of MJ. But a ruthless, terrifying new villain, the multi-tentacled Doc Ock, forces Peter to swing back into action to save everything he holds dear.

Alan and Craig discuss Ugly Baby Syndrome, which actor is the best Peter Parker, a review of Spider-Man: Homecoming and the movie Spider-Man 2 on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

Next episode we celebrate Caesar the Chimp with a look back at all three Planet of the Apes Movie and a review of "War for the Planet of the Apes"

ROBOCOP

When a good cop gets blown away by ruthless thugs, innovative scientists and doctors piece him back together as an unstoppable crime-fighting cyborg called Robocop. But while cleaning up the streets of violence-ravaged Detroit, Robocop is tormented by memories of his former life, and now he's out for more than justice...he wants revenge!

Alan and Craig discuss privatizing government, odd leading men, cathartic violence and the 30^th anniversary of the movie Robocop on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Next episode we celebrate the new Spider-Man: Homecoming with a look back at Sam Raimi's "Spider-Man 2"

KILL BILL VOL. 1 & 2

The Bride must kill her ex-boss and lover Bill who betrayed her at her wedding ceremony, shot her in the head and took away her unborn daughter. But first, she must make the other four members of the Deadly Viper Assassination Squad suffer.

Alan and Craig welcome guest Annie Bulloch as they discuss determination, divorce, kick-ass women , 8^th Dimension Comics and both Kill Bill volumes on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

Next episode we bring in guest Amanda Campbell to discuss "Thelma & Louise"

MAD MAX: FURY ROAD

A woman rebels against a tyrannical ruler in post apocalyptic Australia in search for her homeland with the help of a group of female prisoners, a psychotic worshipper, and a drifter named Max.

Alan and Craig kick off Addicted to Heroines month with a review of the Wonder Woman film, a special guest from the Nerdy Bitches podcast and a discussion of the movie Mad Max: Fury Road on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Next episode we continue Addicted to Heroines month with "Silence of the Lambs"

PREDATOR

Sent to eliminate a gun-running camp in Central America, United States Major Dutch Schaeffer and his commandos get more than they bargained for when they cross paths with a mysterious assassin. Every attempt at a tactical defense is a defeated for Dutch and company and it is only in the last stretch of their race to safety that their suspicions are confirmed and they encounter the alien face to face.

Alan and Craig discuss macho movies with guest Ming Chen, Comicpalooza 2017 and the movie Predator, LIVE on this week’s Matinee Heroes! 

Next episode we kick off "Addicted to Heroines Month" with a special guest to discuss "Mad Max: Fury Road"

GLADIATOR

When a Roman general is betrayed and his family murdered by a corrupt prince, he comes to Rome as a gladiator to seek revenge.

Alan and Craig discuss loyalty, inherited respect versus earned respect, a special screening of Princess Mononoke at the Alamo Drafthouse and the movie Gladiator, on this week’s Matinee Heroes.

Next episode, Alan and Craig discuss "A Bronx Tale"

RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

When the Allies discover the Nazis are planning to use the Lost Ark of the Covenant as a weapon, the U.S. government enlists archaeologist-adventurer Indiana Jones to locate the biblical treasure chest where the remains of the broken tablets of the Ten Commandments were placed. En route, Jones and his feisty ex-girlfriend, Marion, must escape the clutches of evil Nazis, duplicitous "natives," and a nest of venomous snakes not to mention the wrath of God. 

Alan and Craig discuss Steven Spielberg redeeming himself in the eyes of Hollywood, a hero who asks for help and the greatest movie ever made, Raiders of The Lost Ark on this week’s matinee Heroes!

Next episode, Alan and Craig talk baseball and "A League of Their Own"

LOGAN

In the near future, a weary Logan cares for an ailing Professor X in a hide out on the Mexican border. But Logan's attempts to hide from the world and his legacy are up-ended when a young mutant arrives, being pursued by dark forces.

Alan and Craig discuss the need for more female oriented episodes, the 17 years of Craig’s nemesis Hugh Jackman's portrayal of Wolverine, and a full review the new movie LOGAN on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Next episode we discuss our first "F#$K NAZIS" movie "Inglourious Basterds"

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER

Captain America, living quietly in Washington, D.C. is trying to adjust to the modern world. But when a S.H.I.E.L.D. colleague comes under attack, Steve becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue that threatens to put the world at risk. When the full scope of the villainous plot is revealed, Captain America and the Black Widow enlist the help of a new ally, the Falcon. However, they soon find themselves up against an unexpected and formidable enemy--the Winter Soldier.

Alan and Craig discuss friendship and loyalty, the loss of innocence, Captain America: The Winter Soldier plus an exclusive interview with Agent Jasper Sitwell himself Maximiliano Hernandez on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Next episode we discuss not only the movie "Logan" but spotlight Hugh Jackman as the Wolverine. 

JOHN WICK

When sadistic young thugs senselessly attack John Wick - a brilliantly lethal ex-assassin - they have no idea they've messed with the wrong guy. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, Wick embarks on a merciless rampage, hunting down his adversaries with the skill and ruthlessness that made him an underworld legend.

Alan and Craig discuss honor among thieves, cheat codes, Funspot and John Wick on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Next episode we discuss the John Wayne western classic "Rio Bravo"

When a tough police officer's partner is brutally murdered, he joins forces with another loose-cannon cop to exact his own bloody revenge on the gun-smuggling gangsters responsible for his friend's death. 

This week, Alan and Craig discuss insane stuntmen, Chinese Hong Kong politics, spatial geography, and action, action and more action!

Next episode we discuss one of the greatest cinematic heroes ever in "To Kill a Mockingbird"