Binge Movies: Rankings and Reviews

Top Grossing Movies of 2006, Ranked Part II

EPISODE 181: In this episode, Jason is joined by Old Man Brad himself, to throw some well-aimed shade (and praise) at the Top 5 highest-grossing films of 2006. Were these hits box office juggernauts or bloated cash grabs? Spoiler: it’s a little of both.

Movies Covered:

1. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest – Johnny Depp and his mascara return for a bloated, kraken-filled adventure. Did we really need a 2-hour CGI tentacle fight? Apparently, yes—because $1 billion.
2. The Da Vinci Code – Tom Hanks solves riddles while giving us a history lesson that no one asked for. Conspiracy theories and bad wigs galore—who knew history could be so... snooze-worthy?
3. Ice Age: The Meltdown – That one with the acorn-obsessed squirrel. Climate change? Check. Endless slapstick? Check. A movie we definitely only went to because the kids begged? Check.
4. Casino Royale – Daniel Craig tries to prove he’s not just another Bond. Casino games, explosions, and parkour—basically, it's the gritty reboot that reminded us James Bond doesn’t have to be a cartoon character.
5. A Night at the Museum – Where Ben Stiller plays an underqualified security guard and we’re all supposed to believe that museum exhibits come to life at night. An enjoyable fever dream or a franchise that outstayed its welcome?

 

Top Grossing Movies of 2006, Ranked Part I

EPISODE 180: Don't miss this exciting episode as we revisit the top 10-6 blockbuster hits of 2006! 

Join Jason and Stew from Stew World Order Productions as they discuss:

• The factors that contributed to the success of these films.
• The cultural impact of these movies.
• Their personal favorites and least favorites.
• The trends and themes that dominated the box office in 2006.

Movies

6. Cars (2006): Pixar's animated tale of a race car rediscovering his passion.

7. X-Men: The Last Stand (2006): The third installment in the X-Men franchise, featuring a climactic showdown between the X-Men and Magneto.

8. Mission: Impossible III (2006): Tom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt in this high-octane action thriller.

9. Superman Returns (2006): A reboot of the Superman franchise, starring Brandon Routh as the Man of Steel.

10. Happy Feet (2006): An animated musical about an emperor penguin who can't sing but can tap dance.

HOST: Jason

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After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife.

Steven Spielberg, Ranked

EPISODE 179: Join Jason and Billy from We Watched a Thing as they take on the impossible task of ranking five of Steven Spielberg's films while discussing:

• Spielberg's evolution as a filmmaker.
• The impact of these films on popular culture.
• The strengths and weaknesses of each film.
• Their personal favorites and least favorites.
• The Sugarland Express (1974): Spielberg's early masterpiece, a crime thriller that showcases his talent for intense storytelling.
• Jaws (1975): The blockbuster that changed the movie industry, a suspenseful thriller that introduced the world to the terrifying great white shark.
• 1941 (1979): A lesser-known Spielberg comedy flop that satirizes the paranoia of the Cold War era.
• E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982): A heartwarming sci-fi adventure that has captured the hearts of audiences for generations.
• The Color Purple (1985): A powerful drama that explores themes of racism, sexism, and resilience.

  HOST: Jason

  Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other.

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Forgotten Films of the 80s VI

EPISODE 178: Are you ready for a blast from the past? Join Jason and D.W. Lundberg as they revisit five forgotten films from the 1980s that deserve a second look. From martial arts adventures to coming-of-age stories and supernatural thrillers, this episode has something for everyone.

Discover hidden gems like:

• The Last Dragon: A kung fu classic with a touch of fantasy and a memorable soundtrack.
• Wisdom: A coming-of-age story set in the world of surfing.
• White Water Summer: An adventure film about a young man who joins a whitewater rafting expedition.
• Lady in White: A supernatural horror film with a twist.
• The Big Picture: A comedy about a young man who becomes a film critic.

Why were these films forgotten? What makes them unique? Are they worthy of rediscovery? Join us as we explore these questions and more in this exciting episode of Binge Movies.