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LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING It is the final confrontation between the forces of good and evil fighting for control of the future of Middle-earth. Hobbits Frodo and Sam reach Mordor in their quest to destroy the `one ring', while Aragorn leads the forces of good against Sauron's evil army at the stone city of Minas Tirith. Craig and Alan are joined by Movies That Make Us (@MoviesMakeUs on twitter) Tracy Mangum as they talk about scenes in the extended editions that should be in every edition, Alan’s one man show: One man, One Ring, the power of the trilogy and the movie “Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” on this week’s Matinee Heroes Show Notes 0:58 Craig, Alan and Tracy discuss "Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King". 59:35 INTERMISSION 1:00:07 Part 2 of "The Return of the King" 1:46:02 Double Feature 1:50:40 Final Thoughts 2:01:11 A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: Recast Special" Next week we wrap up our special month long look at th

FAST FIVE Welcome to Episode 10 of Season 3 Show Notes I feel the need…the need for physics denying speed. And Fast Five... Listen to newcomer George Tripsas and veteran Jenn Rohm recast the franchise that just can't quit - Fast & Furious 5 If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS In the second part of the Tolkien trilogy, Frodo Baggins and the other members of the Fellowship continue on their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring - but on separate paths.   Frodo and Sam continue their journey towards Mordor to destroy the One Ring, meeting and joined by Gollum, the ring's former owner. Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli come to the war-torn nation of Rohan and are reunited with the resurrected Gandalf, before fighting against the legions of the treacherous wizard Saruman at the Battle of Helm's Deep. Merry and Pippin escape capture, meet Treebeard the Ent, and help to plan an attack on Isengard, fortress of Saruman. Craig, Alan and guest Jake Dietz from Movies That Make Us (@MoviesMakeUs on twitter) discuss the difference between Orcs, Goblins and Uruk-Hai,  the selfishness of Ents, the two versions of Gandalf and the movie “Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:08 Craig, Alan and Jake discuss "Lord of the Rings

BRIDESMAIDS Welcome to Episode 9 of Season 3 Show Notes June is for love and weddings so we’re recasting Bridesmaids! Alex Barnhill and Mark Woodring go mano-y-mano to see who has what it takes to recast this hilarious comedy! If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LORD OF THE RINGS: FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING A shy young hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits a simple gold ring. He knows the ring has power, but not that he alone holds the secret to the survival--or enslavement--of the entire world.  Now Frodo, accompanied by a wizard, an elf, a dwarf, two men and three loyal hobbit friends, must become the greatest hero the world has ever known to save the land and the people he loves. Craig and Alan kick off a month long look at the Lord of the Rings starting with guest Valerie Cameron (@moviesmakeus on twitter) as they talk about the defense of Boromir, how the internet shaped the trilogy, the gleeful lack of Tom Bombadil and the movie “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 1:05 Craig, Alan and Valerie jump right in and discuss "Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring". 59:27 INTERMISSION - Contest rules: We’re celebrating this great series of podcasts by giving away The Lord of The Rings Trilogy: 4K Ultra HD Bl

SAVING PRIVATE RYAN Welcome to Episode 8 of Season 3 Show Notes To honor Memorial Day, Gaggle of Geeks co-hosts Patrick Beatty and Chaz Evan battle it out to prove which geek is best as they recast Saving Private Ryan. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

GHOSTBUSTERS When college profs Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz and Egon Spengler lose their university jobs, they decide to go freelance, de-haunting houses in a new ghost removal service., their first order of business becomes saving beautiful cellist Dana Barrett and nerdy Louis Tully, who’ve inadvertently opened the gates to an interdimensional being who wants to destroy our world! Craig, Alan and guest Zaki Hasan (@ZakisCorner on twitter) talk about awful nerd dating techniques, the defense of Walter Peck, horror comedies and the movie “Ghostbusters” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:04 Craig and Alan welcome Zaki Hasan to find out what his podcast The Movie Film Podcasts is up to and what his favorite 80's films are. 7:52 Craig, Alan and Zaki discuss "Ghostbusters" 43:02 Recasting 1:16:16 Double Feature 1:18:36 Final Thoughts 1:21:02 A preview of next week's episode "The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring" Next week we start a special month long look at the Lord of t

THE CANNONBALL RUN Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 3 Show Notes On your mark, get set…Castoff!!! the Cannonball Run. Steve Kondrick and Devin Pike will recast the Burt Reynolds classic Cannonball Run If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

BEVERLY HILLS COP After his childhood buddy is murdered while visiting Detroit, rebellious cop Axel Foley follows the leads to Beverly Hills, Calif., under the auspices of a vacation. He checks in with old friend Jenny Summers and starts to believe her boss, art dealer Victor Maitland might somehow be involved in the murder. Craig is joined by Steve and Izzy from Everything I Learned from Movies (@EILFMovies on twitter) to discuss classic Eddie Murphy, 80’s soundtracks, Podcart Fest 2.0 and the movie “Beverly Hills Cop” on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:51 Craig, co-host Izzy Fischer and guest Steve Kondrick from Everything I Learned from Movies talk about Welcome to the June-gle and PodCartFest 2.0 in July. 8:22 Craig, Izzy and Steve discuss "Beverly Hills Cop" 35:30 Recasting 54:50 Double Feature 57:54 Final Thoughts 1:02:26 A preview of next week's episode "Ghostbusters" Next week Epic Eighties month comes to an end with Zaki Hasan and "Ghostbusters"

OCEAN'S 8 Welcome to Episode 6 of Season 3 Show Notes Utah Remote Con is back for week 2 and so it the CastOFF! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake and Val try and defeat last week's winner Tracy as they recast Ocean's 8. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

LETHAL WEAPON Following the death of his wife, Los Angeles police detective Martin Riggs becomes reckless and suicidal. When he is reassigned and partnered with Roger Murtaugh, Riggs immediately clashes with the older officer. Together they uncover a massive drug-trafficking ring and as they encounter increasingly dangerous situations, Riggs and Murtaugh begin to form a bond. Riggs' volatile behavior might just help them apprehend the criminals -- if it doesn't kill them both first. Craig is joined by Co-host Elisabeth Rappe (@elisabethrappe on twitter) and guest Rob Ervin (@YesThatRobErvin)as they discuss buddy films, police cops, Elisabeth’s obsession with Mel Gibson and the movie “Lethal Weapon” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:07 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob share their favorite 80's movies. Rob gives us an update on the Clubhouse Podcast. 10:33 Craig, Elisabeth and Rob discuss "Lethal Weapon" 58:38 Recasting 1:34:36 Double Feature 1:41:54 Final Thoughts 1:47:35 A preview of n

OCEAN'S ELEVEN Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 3 Show Notes Utah Remote Con is back and this time they brought CastOFF with them! Watch the hosts of Movies that Make Us Jake, Val and Tracy face off against each other as they recast Ocean's 11. Utah Remote Con is a virtual event, this year to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Relief Foundation If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

TOP GUN The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick is sent to the school, his reckless attitude and cocky demeanor put him at odds with the other pilots, especially the cool and collected Iceman. But Maverick isn't only competing to be the top fighter pilot, he's also fighting for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood. Craig and guest co-host Jake Dietz (@ThatJakeDietz on twitter) talk about Naval propaganda films, fighter jets, Utah Remote-Con and the movie "Top Gun" on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:56 Craig and Jake talk about the upcoming Utah Remote-Con happening May 10th through the 22nd online at https://www.youtube.com/c/Stolendroids. 8:27 Craig and Jake discuss "Top Gun" 33:18 Recasting 49:11 Double Feature 52:00 Final Thoughts 56:24 A preview of next week's episode "Lethal Weapon" Next week Epic Eighties month continues with th

ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY Welcome to Episode 4 of Season 3 Show Notes To celebrate May 4th, we have two newcomers as Elisabeth Rappe battles filmmaker Tami Anderson as they try to get the plans to destroy the death star in Rogue one. 27:57 The Post Show reveals what would have been Liz and Richard's pick for Riz Ahmed's Bohdi Rook and their tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the two for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

THE KARATE KID Daniel moves to Southern California with his mother, but quickly finds himself the target of a group of bullies who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi, an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate and preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai. Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly (@infamousKidd on twitter) discuss character growth, Billy’s Getting Old Quickly podcast, way too much about Cobra Kai and the movie “The Karate Kid” on this week’s Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 0:53 Craig, Alan and guest Billy Donnelly talk about mental health, the subject of Billy's Getting Old Quickly podcast. 21:13 Craig, Alan and Billy discuss "The Karate Kid" 1:04:22 Recasting 1:35:30 Double Feature 1:39:40 Final Thoughts 1:44:58 A preview of next week's episode "Top Gun" Next week Epic Eighties month continues with th

MRS. DOUBTFIRE Welcome to Episode 3 of Season 3 Show Notes Nerdy Bitches podcast Liz Serna goes up against Celtic Ray Filmworks Richard Jensen in one of the most difficult recasts yet: Robin Williams and Mrs. Doubtfire 33:00 The Post Show reveals what would have been Liz and Richard's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the two for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

MAGGIE After his daughter is infected with a virus that transforms her into a zombie, a small-town farmer will stop at nothing to save her. Arnold April ends with Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew (@BLCAgnew on twitter) talking about, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s dramatic acting chops, Alan’s anniversary, blasting faces off and the movie Maggie on this week’s Matinee Heroes. Show Notes 0:59 Craig, Alan and guest Brendan Agnew talk about Alan's anniversary and Brendan's blog NormanNerd.blogspot.com 11:08 Craig, Alan and Brendan "Maggie" 37:35 Recasting 53:10 Double Feature 1:00:48 Final Thoughts 1:07:43 A preview of next week's episode "The Karate Kid" Next week we start Epic Eighties month with an epic sage of bullies and crane kicks with "The Karate Kid"

ZACK SNYDER'S JUSTICE LEAGUE Welcome to Episode 2 of Season 3 Show Notes Metal Geek Cary Gordon is back to play against Ben Jones, owner of Big Water Brewery to recast the most talked about movie of 2021: Zack Snyder's Justice League 33:43 The Post Show reveals what would have been Cary and Ben's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the guys for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey. You can also watch the CastOFF! live every Tuesday 9pm/6pm ET/PT on http://twitch.tv/matineeheroes & https://youtube.com/channel/UCnxw7gfxe_ChqBXnchT8vFA

KINDERGARTEN COP A macho cop, adept at dealing with crooks on the street, goes undercover as a teacher and meets the toughest gang he has ever encountered - a room full of five-year-olds! Craig and guest co-host Liz Serna (@nerdybitchespod on twitter) talk about substitute teachers, Arnolds Smile, a month of Keanu Reeves and the movie Kindergarten cop on this week’s Matinee heroes! Show Notes 0:46 Craig and guest co-host Liz Serna talk about favorite Schwarzenegger movies and having a full month of Keanu Reeves podcasts for Nerdy Bitches in April. 8:40 Craig and Liz discuss "Kindergarten Cop" 32:22 Recasting 52:36 Double Feature 54:46 Final Thoughts 59:29 A preview of next week's episode "Maggie" The end of Arnold April is an end of the world movie with surprising depth in "Maggie"

BEST IN SHOW Welcome to Season 3 of the CastOFF! But Season 1 of the audio podcast version. Show Notes 0:53 The Clubhouse Podcast host Rob Ervin, the current and season 2 champion and season 1 champion Randy REDACTED from the Cult 45 Podcast compete in Game 1 of the new season. 33:11 The Post Show reveals Rob and Randy's tie breaking Double Feature. Craig also asks the guys for reactions and insights to their picks. If you want to watch the show, you can head over to matineeheroes.com/castoff and you’ll find all the links to past and current episodes. And feel free to email MHCastoff@gmail.com to offer up feedback, suggest movies for the Castoff or just to say hey.