Episodios

  • The Scorpion King: Book of Souls (2018)
    Oct 25 2024
    In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” head back to ancient Egypt for one last ride with the Scorpion King! Join them as they discuss their experience working through Universal’s first Universal Monsters spin-off franchise and how it did (or didn’t) live up to expectations, as well as its final installment, its new lead actor, and why The Scorpion King: Book of Souls is arguably the best of the Scorpion King sequels. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    1 h y 14 m
  • The Mummy (2017)
    Sep 27 2024
    Join “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” as they say hello and goodbye to Universal’s short-lived Dark Universe. In this episode, they discuss the origins of 2017’s The Mummy, its evolution into a launching pad for an enormous shared cinematic universe, the tumultuous early stages of its production, the brilliant action set pieces, the horrifying mummy moments, the questionable casting decisions, and why, despite its flaws, they still wish they had gotten to see more of the Dark Universe! If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    1 h y 59 m
  • The Scorpion King 4: Quest for Power (2015)
    Aug 30 2024
    In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” continue their journey through the world of straight-to-video Scorpion King installments. Join them as they discuss Victor Webster’s second film as Mathayus, the return of Will Kemp to the Universal Monsters Universe, the star-studded supporting cast, the blatant Indiana Jones rip-offs, the impressive fight sequences, and whether a more pronounced shift towards comedy helps or hurts The Scorpion King 4: Quest for Power. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    1 h y 23 m
  • Dracula Untold (2014)
    Jul 26 2024
    Join “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” as they turn the clock all the way back to the 15th century to witness the transformation of Vlad Dracula, the Prince of Wallachia, into one of the most legendary monsters the world has ever seen. They discuss Luke Evans’ fantastic performance as the warrior Dracula, the feature film debut of director Gary Shore, the undeniable influence superhero movies had on Dracula’s origin, all the cool vampire stuff that is (or should’ve been) in this movie, and how Dracula Untold was almost definitely Universal’s first attempt at launching a cinematic universe of their own. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    1 h y 30 m
  • The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption (2012)
    Jun 28 2024
    Not long after he was crowned the Scorpion King, Mathayus has lost his wife, his kingdom, and is back to his old mercenary ways. Join “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” as they head to the Far East for the first direct sequel to 2002’s The Scorpion King. They discuss the new Mathayus, the myriad cost-cutting measures and low-budget filmmaking techniques employed by director/cinematographer Roel Reiné, the supporting cast of movie stars (and future movie stars), including a brilliant, scenery-chewing Billy Zane, and so much more! If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    1 h y 27 m
  • The Wolfman (2010)
    May 31 2024
    In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” got that dog in ’em! Join them as they discuss Universal’s back-to-basics approach to their 2010 remake, The Wolfman, as well as the last minute personnel changes, the reshoots a year after principle photography wrapped, the differences between the theatrical cut and the (superior) unrated director’s cut, Rick Baker’s Academy Award-winning makeup, and so much more! If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    2 h y 10 m
  • Jason Ginsburg (Interview)
    Apr 29 2024
    “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” kick off a brand new feature where they sit down with fellow monster fanatics to discuss their Universal Monsters-inspired creations! Join them as they chat with Jason Ginsburg, the producer and co-writer of the brand new monster-themed rock song, “Children of the Night”! They discuss the entire creative process of bringing Jason’s song to life, as well as his history with the monsters, his experience as a Universal Studios tour guide, and so much more! “Children of the Night” on Apple Music “Children of the Night” on Spotify Lyrics on Genius Jason’s article for DailyDead.com If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    45 m
  • The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior (2008)
    Apr 25 2024
    It’s time to head back to kingdom of Akkad to witness the birth of a legend! Join “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” as they discuss young Mathayus in his first straight-to-DVD adventure which takes him deep into the Underworld to retrieve the Sword of Damocles, fight Randy Couture, and become the new Scorpion King. They get into the new cast, the (better) original title, the (mostly) excellent use of low-budget special effects, and why The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior is, ultimately, a goofy good time. If you enjoy this episode, and want to support the show, check out our Patreon!
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    1 h y 26 m