Movie reviews and box office analysis. Subscribe to 'Dan Murrell Podcast' on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music, or Audible, with more podcast platforms coming soon.
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RANKED: Every Alien Movie, Director's Cut & Short Film Ranked!
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The Alien franchise has a long and spotty history - I break down the good, the bad, and the bloody as I take on each theatrical cut, director's cut, special edition and online short that's been released over the decades.
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Alien: Romulus put up strong numbers domestically and internationally with its latest face-hugging installment. I look at all the numbers, plus an update on the summer box office, streaming charts, and more!
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Get your face ready to be hugged because the xenomorphs are back in the latest Alien sequel, directed by Fede Álvarez. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod
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CHARTS: Borderlands May Be 2024's Biggest Bomb
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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively achieved a rare feat for a married couple, capturing the first and second spots at the weekend box office while Borderlands may be the biggest bomb of the year so far. I have all the box info, plus streaming charts and more! F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DA…
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Borderlands, the latest movie adaptation of a video game, is in theaters now and it's....not good. Starting your journey with AG1 is a win. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/dan
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Blake Lively stars in an adaptation of the best-selling book that's more than it may appear to be.
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CHARTS: Deadpool & Wolverine Breaks the All-Time Domestic R-Rated Record
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Deadpool & Wolverine continues its march toward history, taking down a two-decade old record after ten days. I have the latest on Marvel's latest, plus a look at the profitability of Twisters, big streaming numbers for Axel Foley, and more! Protect your online privacy today. Go to https://ExpressVPN.com/MURRELL to get an extra three months free!…
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NEWS: Box Office Tracking - What It Is & Why It's Broken
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Box office tracking is often used as a way to set up a movie for success or failure. I break down just what it is, and why it's becoming increasingly unreliable. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off of your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod…
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M. Night Shyamalan is back with his latest puzzling, frustratingly incoherent thriller. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off of your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod
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CHARTS: Deadpool & Wolverine Shatters Records with Summer's Best Opening
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Deadpool & Wolverine demolished several records in the year's biggest opening - I attempt to break the all down. Thank you Helix Sleep for sponsoring! Click here https://helixsleep.com/danmurrell to get 30% off an Elite or Luxe mattress (plus two FREE pillows!) – or take 25% off sitewide – during their Fourth of July Sale. If you miss this limited …
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NEWS: Robert Downey Jr. Is Doctor Doom! First Thoughts & Reaction!
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Marvel has announced that Robert Downey Jr. will return - as its next big villain! I react to the news that RDJ has gone from Iron Man to Dr. Doom.
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Deadpool & Wolverine is packed with surprises - let's break down some of them and go deeper into my overall thoughts on the movie. Starting your journey with AG1 is a win. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/dan
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REVIEW: Deadpool & Wolverine (No Spoilers)
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The Merc with a Mouth is back and he's bringing along his friend Logan in Deadpool's third solo movie and first appearance in the MCU. Go to https://TryMiracle.com/DAN and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF!
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CHARTS: Twisters Has Surprise $80+ Million Opening
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Twisters blew away expectations with an opening over $80 million - I look into how it happened and how it might stand up against Deadpool & Wolverine. Plus streaming charts and more! Starting your journey with AG1 is a win. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/dan…
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SPECIAL: 20 Movie & TV Moments That Scarred Me For Life
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Movies and TV are great - even when they scare us. From Donald Duck to Jaws to Pee-Wee Herman, I recap 20 moments that left a mark on me and left me with some of my greatest fears. Refine your style with Cuts Clothing and get 20% off with code DAN20 at https://cutsclothing.com/dan20! #cutspartner #sponsored…
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Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell battle an outbreak of killer tornadoes in this sequel to the 1996 blockbuster. Go to https://FactorMeals.com/murrell50 to get 50% off your Factor order!
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SPOILER REVIEW: Star Wars: The Acolyte - Eps 7 & 8
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Season one of The Acolyte comes to a close and I recap all the big reveals as well as my thoughts on the entire season. Refine your style with Cuts Clothing and get 20% off with code DAN20 at https://cutsclothing.com/dan20! #cutspartner #sponsored
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CHARTS: Longlegs Sets Records for Neon; Despicable Me 4 Holds Well
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It wouldn't be summer without a surprise hit and Longlegs blew away expectations, setting records for Neon in the process. I break that down, plus continued animation domination, our first look at streaming ratings for The Acolyte and more! Go to https://FactorMeals.com/murrell50 to get 50% off your Factor order!…
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It seems like truly original movies are getting more and more rare. I break down their decline over the decades and what you can do to help bring them back. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod #sponsored
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A sinister killer claims victims across the decades in Neon's buzzy new horror/thriller. Protect your online privacy today. Go to https://ExpressVPN.com/MURRELL to get 3 months free on a one-year package!
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NEWS: Redbox Is Dead (And So Are Video Rentals)
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It's the end of an era as Redbox is officially dead, taking the video store along with it. I cover what happened as well as the cancelation of Horizon: Chapter 2's theatrical release and what looks like another costly strike averted. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod…
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NEWS: Paramount Agrees to Skydance Merger - Breaking Down the Deal
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In a game changer for Hollywood, Paramount (finally) has agreed to a merger with Skydance. I break down the deal, its impact on Hollywood, and what could still happen to make the merger fall through. Protect your online privacy today. Go to https://ExpressVPN.com/MURRELL to get 3 months free on a one-year package!…
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CHARTS: Despicable Me 4 Dominates July 4th Weekend
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The Minions are on top once again after a dominating July 4th performance - I break down all the Despicable numbers, as well as updates on Inside Out 2 and the return of streaming charts to the main show! Protect your online privacy today. Go to https://ExpressVPN.com/MURRELL to get 3 months free on a one-year package! F*%k your khakis and get The …
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India's Kill is playing in theaters around the US and the world. I break down why I think it's the best action movie of 2024 so far.
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Gru and the Minions are back in their latest zany adventure! Go to https://TryMiracle.com/DAN and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF!
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Eddie Murphy is back as Axel Foley in a comedy sequel that lands 40 years after the original - is the same Beverly Hills magic still there? Go to https://TryMiracle.com/DAN and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF!
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REVIEW: Star Wars - The Acolyte: Eps 5 & 6 (Spoilers)
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As The Acolyte turns towards its final two episodes, I break down why the last two were its best and most disappointing yet. Go to https://magicspoon.com/MOVIES to grab a cereal variety pack and use promo code MOVIES at checkout to save five dollars off your order!
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CHARTS: Inside Out 2 Crosses $1 Billion; A Quiet Place Opens Strong
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Inside Out 2 became the latest member of the billion dollar club while A Quiet Place: Day One extended June's winning streak at the box office. I break down all the numbers and more! Go to https://TryMiracle.com/DAN and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF! Go to https://magicspoon.com/movies to grab a cereal …
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REVIEW: A Quiet Place - Day One (Non-Spoiler & Spoiler)
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Things are getting quiet once again in the prequel film A Quiet Place: Day One, this time set in New York City. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod #sponsored
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REVIEW: The 10 Best Movies of 2024 (So Far)
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The year's nearly halfway over, and I have a list of ten outstanding films that have been released so far! Starting your journey with AG1 is a win. Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/dan
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Yorgos Lanthimos follows up the Oscar-winning Poor Things with a lengthy anthology film that may test your patience. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod #sponsored
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CHARTS: Inside Out 2 Smashes Records in Massive Week 2
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Inside Out 2 can't be stopped as its first 10 days have seen records fall left and right. I break down why it's performing unlike anything Pixar has seen in decades, plus all the rest of the box office news. Starting your journey with AG1 is a win! Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purc…
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STREAMING: Summer's Big Hits are Bridgerton and...Madame Web?!
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Unsurprisingly, season 3 of Bridgerton is putting up huge numbers this summer, but famous flop Madame Web is also drawing a lot of eyeballs. I break down all the data. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod #sponsored…
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SPOILER REVIEW: Star Wars: The Acolyte - Eps 3 & 4
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The mystery deepens (?) as The Acolyte hits its somewhat frustrating halfway point. Go to https://magicspoon.com/MOVIES to grab a cereal variety pack and use promo code MOVIES at checkout to save five dollars off your order! Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in New York City on June 21st! Tickets on sale here: https://rb.gy/yjyv1i…
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CHARTS: Inside Out 2 Has Shockingly Huge Opening!
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Inside Out 2 shattered expectations to put up the best opening of the year and one of the best animated film openings of all time. I break down all the numbers. Go to https://magicspoon.com/MOVIES to grab a Magic Spoon variety pack and use promo code MOVIES at checkout to save five dollars off your order! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and g…
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NEWS: If I Ran Lucasfilm, Here's What I'd Do
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Lucasfilm has had a bumpy few years. I put on my Emperor's robe and list several things I'd do if I had unlimited power. Go to https://TryMiracle.com/DAN and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF! Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in New York City on June 21st! Tickets on sale here: https://rb.gy/yjyv1i…
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NEWS: Sony Buys Alamo Drafthouse - Will It Start A Trend?
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Sony Pictures has acquired Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, becoming the first studio to own a theater chain in over 70 years. I break down what this could mean for theaters going forward. Plus, Paramount just can't figure out what its future is. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectje…
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All your favorite emotions return with some new friends in Pixar's sequel to their 2015 smash hit. Go to https://TryMiracle.com/dan and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF! Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in New York City on June 21st! Tickets on sale here: https://rb.gy/yjyv1i…
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Will Smith and Martin Lawrence swooped in to deliver a much-needed win at the summer box office. I break down Bad Boys: Ride or Die's performance and the rest of the weekend box office. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod #sponsored Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in …
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Richard Linklater and Glen Powell hit Netflix with a quasi-true story about a fake hit man. Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in New York City on June 21st! Tickets on sale here: https://rb.gy/yjyv1i
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Will Smith & Martin Lawrence return for a fourth Bad Boys adventure. Protect your online privacy today. Go to https://ExpressVPN.com/murrell to get 3 months free on a one-year package! Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in New York City on June 21st! Tickets on sale here: https://rb.gy/yjyv1i
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REVIEW: Star Wars - The Acolyte: Eps 1 & 2 (Non-Spoiler & Spoiler)
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The latest Disney+ Star Wars series gets off to a bumpy start. Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code DAN at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/DAN #chubbiespod #ad #sponsored Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in New York City on June 21st! Tickets on sale here: https://rb.gy/yjyv1i…
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CHARTS: Garfield & IF Hold Strong, Furiosa Tumbles
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The Garfield Movie took over #1 at the box office, while IF and Furiosa are fighting for second place after a disappointing second weekend for the latest in the Mad Max Saga. Protect your online privacy today. Go to https://ExpressVPN.com/MURRELL to get 3 months free on a one-year package! Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the…
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NEWS: The Insanity of MoviePass - A History
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A new MoviePass documentary highlights its rise and fall as a business. I look back at the complete insanity of one of the craziest stories in movie news history. Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in New York City on June 21st! Tickets on sale here: https://rb.gy/yjyv1i
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NEWS: 7 Things Killing Movie Theaters (& How to Save Them)
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Things are looking dire for movie theaters this summer so I broke down seven things that are driving people way and seven ways to get them back to the movies! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod Catch me & Kristian Harloff live in Ne…
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CHARTS: Memorial Day Box Office Hits Lowest Point in Decades
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The summer box office hit a major road block as both Furiosa and The Garfield Movie underperformed, marking the worst box office performance in decades. I break down just how bad it was and where we go from here. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code DAN at https://shopmando…
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NEWS: Cannes 2024 - The Future Oscar Winners Are...?
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The Cannes Film Festival has named its 2024 winners. I recap who took home big prizes and which winners and other films that premiered may be movies to watch in the Oscar race. Go to https://TryMiracle.com/DAN and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF!
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George Miller takes us back to the wasteland in this prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod
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NEWS: What's Next for the X-Men Franchise?
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With X-Men '97 wrapped on season one, Deadpool & Wolverine on the horizon, and motion happening on a live-action movie, I look at what's going on in the world of X-Men and what their future may look like. F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code DAN15 at theperfectjean.nyc/DAN15 #theperfectjeanpod…
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Garfield returns to the big screen with an animated body and a Chris Pratt voice. Go to https://TryMiracle.com/DAN and use the code DAN to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF!
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