Hot off its July 11 2025 theatrical debut, James Gunn’s long-awaited Superman reboot has already soared past $217 million worldwide in its opening weekend, kicking off the new DCU era with record-setting numbers.

In this episode we break down David Corenswet’s take on the Man of Steel, Rachel Brosnahan’s quick-witted Lois Lane, and Gunn’s brighter, hope-first tone—while weighing the polarised early reviews that range from raves about its screwball energy to jabs at “cluttered backstory” and “generic” plotting.

Join us for a spoiler-filled chat on whether this fresh start really delivers truth, justice, and a revitalised DC universe—or just another cape in the crowd.

The boys are back after a long summery break to review some of the blockbusters.

F1 movie released in theatres ... recently.. and just Jamie watched it so he's reporting back to Fred. Enjoy!

Join the boys for some more unprepared movie review antics on the Road to Cannes

Join the boys for some more unprepared movie review antics on the Road to Cannes

The boys return for more unprepared antics as they review more films on the road to Cannes!

The boys return for more unprepared antics as they review more films on the road to Cannes!

Episode Description: The Minecraft Movie (2025)

In this episode of Mate Night, we dig into The Minecraft Movie (2025), the long-awaited cinematic adaptation of the global gaming phenomenon. Directed by Jared Hess and starring Jason Momoa, the film promised a bold, blocky adventure—but with mixed early reactions, we’re asking: did it mine gold or hit bedrock?

Episode Highlights:

First Impressions: We share our gut reactions to Minecraft’s leap from console to cinema—did it build something worth watching?

Rating Categories: We evaluate the film across our core criteria:

Our Engagement

Story Innovation

Character Depth

Dialogue Impact

Performances

Visual Ambiance

Sound Intensity

Cultural Impact

Featured Segments:

We look back at the checquered history of production on this film. How it went through 3 directors and 2 production studios before finally making it to theatres. Over a decade after the initial announcement!

Final Score:

Does it earn a spot among the best game-to-film adaptations, or will it sink into the void? Our unique Mate Night scoring system delivers the verdict.

Why Listen?

Whether you’re a lifelong Minecraft fan or just curious about how they turned building blocks into a blockbuster, this episode breaks it all down—one pixel at a time.

In this spoiler-heavy podcast clip, we dive deep into the new hit TV series Adolescence, one of the most talked-about British dramas of the year. Is Adolescence a gripping, character-driven masterclass—or is it just another self-important BBC drama pretending to be profound? We couldn’t agree, and things got heated.Fred and I go head-to-head over everything: the show’s pacing, whether the final episode ruins the whole thing, Stephen Graham’s performance, and the use (or misuse) of bold stylistic choices like the continuous one-shot format. There’s a lot of praise out there for Adolescence, but not everyone’s buying the hype—and that’s exactly what led to this row.If you’ve watched Adolescence or you’re thinking about it, this is the conversation you didn’t know you needed. We’ll help you work out if it’s worth your time. We cover gut reactions, narrative structure, character arcs, thematic ambition, and whether it sticks the landing. Spoiler alert: we land on very different scores.Whether you're here for a review, a breakdown, or to hear two best mates absolutely tear each other apart over prestige TV—you're in the right place.👇 Let us know in the comments what you thought of Adolescence. Did the final episode ruin it for you too?