Action Movie Guys
di Alex Figueroa, Nate Sierra Ep 484 - Speed Racer (2008)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit Speed Racer (2008), the visually explosive live-action adaptation from the Wachowskis. After years away from this colorful, high-energy racing adventure, the big question is… was this movie truly ahead of its time?Ep 483 - The Lone Ranger (2013)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit The Lone Ranger (2013), Disney’s ambitious western adventure starring Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer. After years away from the film, the guys saddle up once again to see if this big-budget blockbuster deserves a second chance. From epic train sequences and western action to memorable performances and one of the most talked-about box office disappointments of its era, does The Lone Ranger hold up better today than it did upon release? Tune in as Alex and Nate break down the action, the story, and whether this forgotten western is worth revisiting. 🎧 Grab your hat, mount up, and join us for the ride! 🤠🐎🔥This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate dive back into Baywatch (2017), the big-screen action-comedy adaptation starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Zac Efron. Packed with over-the-top humor, explosive action, and plenty of slow-motion beach running, does this reboot hold up better on rewatch—or should it have stayed in the water? The guys break down the comedy, the action, the cast chemistry, and whether Baywatch successfully updated the classic TV series for a new generation. 🎧 Grab your sunscreen and tune in now! Ep 481 - The Green Hornet (2011)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit The Green Hornet (2011) after years away from this action-comedy superhero film. Starring Seth Rogen, Jay Chou, and Christoph Waltz, the guys break down the wild mix of comedy, action, gadgets, and comic book chaos. Does The Green Hornet deserve more credit than it gets, or is it a forgotten superhero misfire from the early 2010s? Tune in as Alex and Nate discuss the action scenes, Kato stealing the spotlight, and whether this film still holds up today. 🎧 Grab the Black Beauty and join the ride!Ep 480 - Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning (2025)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate take on Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, the explosive next chapter in Ethan Hunt’s legendary journey. With the stakes higher than ever, the guys break down whether this finale delivers the action, suspense, and emotional payoff fans have been waiting for.EP 479 - Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning (2023)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate take on Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning (2023), the latest chapter in Ethan Hunt’s nonstop fight to save the world. From massive action set pieces to globe-trotting suspense and some of Tom Cruise’s wildest stunts yet, the guys break down whether this sequel lives up to the franchise’s sky-high standards. Does Dead Reckoning deliver everything fans wanted, or does it stumble under the weight of expectations? Tune in as Alex and Nate dive into the action, the story, the new characters, and where this mission ranks among the rest of the series.Ep 478 - Mission Impossible: Fallout (2018)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018)—the high-octane entry many consider the best in the franchise. From the jaw-dropping HALO jump to the intense helicopter chase and brutal hand-to-hand combat, the guys break down why this film delivers nonstop action from start to finish. With returning characters, higher stakes, and some of Tom Cruise’s most insane stunts yet, does Fallout still hold up as the top mission? 🎧 This is one mission you don’t want to miss.Ep 477 - Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation (2015)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015), where Ethan Hunt faces off against the mysterious Syndicate. From the jaw-dropping plane stunt to the underwater heist and the introduction of fan-favorite Ilsa Faust, the guys break down how this entry builds on Ghost Protocol and pushes the franchise even further. Does Rogue Nation still hold up as one of the best in the series? Tune in to find out!Ep 476 - Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (2011)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011), the film that took the franchise to a whole new level. With jaw-dropping stunts, globe-trotting action, and Tom Cruise scaling the Burj Khalifa, this entry redefined what audiences expect from the Mission: Impossible series. The guys break down the incredible set pieces, the introduction of new team members, and how this film helped relaunch the franchise into blockbuster territory. Does Ghost Protocol still deliver the thrills on rewatch? Tune in to find out!Ep 475 - Mission Impossible III (2006)
This week on the Action Movie Guys Podcast, Alex and Nate revisit Mission: Impossible III (2006). Directed by J.J. Abrams, this third installment raises the stakes with intense action, emotional storytelling, and one of the franchise’s most memorable villains. From the explosive set pieces to Philip Seymour Hoffman’s chilling performance as Owen Davian, the guys break down why this film marked a major turning point for the Mission: Impossible series. Does it still hold up today, and where does it rank among the other missions? Tune in as Alex and Nate dive into all the action and intrigue. 🎧 Your mission continues with another deep dive!