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Bonus Episode - The Oscars vs Sci-Fi Movies
19/10/2026 | 1 h 5 minHey Oscar fans! One thing we’ve noticed in making this show is how few Science Fiction Films win Oscars. In fact, only ONE indisputable Sci-Fi film has ever won Best Picture! And it took over 42 years for the Academy to even nominate a Sci-Fi film! In this bonus episode, “Tex” and Mark run down the science fiction films that were nominated (for BP and Best Director) and lost; and more importantly which great Sci-Fi films were overlooked completely. Along the way, we make the case whether or not there is genre bias against Sci-Fi and if the Oscars have finally come around on recognizing science fiction for more than just technical awards. Either way, we discuss a ton of movies (listed below) for you to check out or revisit. Enjoy and thanks for listening!
Sci-Fi Films Mentioned
Everything, Everywhere, All at Once
The Shape of Water
Star Wars
Frankenstein
Ex-Machina
Annihilation
Them!
Godzilla
Mad Max: Fury Road
Dune Pt. One
Dune Pt. Two
Terminator
Terminator 2
Alien
Aliens
The Matrix
Blade Runner
Blade Runner 2049
A Clockwork Orange
Close Encounters of the Third Kind
ET
Jurassic Park
Avatar
District 9
Inception
Gravity
Her
The Martian
Interstellar
Arrival
Black Panther
Avatar: The Way of Water
Don’t Look Up
Poor Things
Metropolis
The Day the Earth Stood Still
2001 A Space Odyssey
Planet of the Apes
The Empire Strikes Back
Back to the Future
Brazil
12 Monkeys
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Children of Men
Tenet
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Charley
Starman
Cocoon
The Fly
Moon
Edge of Tomorrow
Melancholia
Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Kahn
Galaxy Quest
Primer
Coherence
Time Crimes
The Man From Earth
Safety Not Guaranteed
The One I Love
Gattaca
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05/10/2026 | 1 h 10 minHey Oscar fans, welcome to just the 9th Academy Awards, AKA the 1937 Oscars for the films of 1936. Believe it or not, despite being nearly a decade ago, many of the movies from this year are still well known and have stood the test of time. And some of them even won Academy Awards. This is another one of those great early years for movies filled with hidden gems, some ‘must-see’ classics, and a host of smart, meaningful films that deserve to be seen and talked about today. There’s also some great historical context as this was the first year they gave out ‘Supporting Acting’ award. So of course, they made some crazy and curious choices right off the bat! Join Bruce Vilanch and “Tex” Davis as we have fun breaking down this surprisingly interesting year of movies. As always, thanks for joining us at the Oscars!
1936 Films Mentioned
The Great Ziegfeld
Anthony Adverse
Dodsworth
Libeled Lady
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town
Romeo and Juliet
San Francisco
The Story of Louis Pasteur
A Tale of Two Cities
Three Smart Girls
My Man Godfrey
Modern Times
Fury
The Secret Agent
Come and Get It
Pigskin Parade
The General Died at Dawn
Theodora Goes Wild
Valiant is the Word for Carrie
The Gorgeous Hussy
These Three
Swing Time
After the Thin Man
The Crime of Monsieur Lange
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21/09/2026 | 1 h 7 min1975 Films Mentioned
The Towering Inferno
Blazing Saddles
Young Frankenstein
Earthquake
Airport 1975
Chinatown
The Godfather Part II
Lenny
Murder on the Orient Express
Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore
The Conversation
Day for Night
Woman Under the Influence
Harry and Tonto
Claudine
The Great Gatsby
Ali: Fear Eats the Soul
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz
Amarcord
Shanks
The Longest Yard
Hearts and Minds (doc.)
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07/09/2026 | 58 minHey Oscar fans! Based on the past few episodes which featured some outstanding films set in courtrooms, we decided to take a closer look at The Oscars long-standing relationship with courtroom movies! From the curious collection of courtroom movies that won Best Picture, to the outstanding nominees that didn’t win, to our favorite court (or court adjacent) films that received no love from The Academy. Join us as we litigate our case and determine whether The Academy delivered a just verdict or whether the whole Oscars is ‘out of order!’
Court Movies Mentioned
To Kill a Mockingbird
And Justice for All
The Verdict
Inherit the Wind
12 Angry Men
Witness for the Prosecution
A Few Good Men
Mutiny on the Bounty (1935)
The Life of Emile Zola
A Man For All Seasons
Kramer Vs. Kramer
Gandhi
Chicago
Mutiny on the Bounty (1962)
The Caine Mutiny
Anatomy of a Murder
A Soldier’s Story
JFK
In the Name of the Father
Erin Brockovich
Michael Clayton
The Trial of the Chicago 7
The Social Network
Anatomy of a Fall
The Accused
Philadelphia
A Time to Kill
The People vs. Larry Flynt
The Rainmaker
Amistad
The Hurricane
The Wrong Man
Paths of Glory
Breaker Morant
Young Mr. Lincoln
Roman J. Israel, Esq.
A Matter of Life and Death
The Ox-Bow Incident
Fury
Phil Spector
Malice
The Devil’s Advocate
Presumed Innocent
The Firm
Defending Your Life
My Cousin Vinny
Legally Blond
Primal Fear
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24/08/2026 | 1 h 15 minHey Oscar fans! Today we’re looking back at the 1960 Oscars for the films of 1959! In the end, just like with the famous chariot race, Ben Hur demolished his opponents — but what made it a glorious victory was the sheer quality of his competition. From devastating historical dramas to scandalous courtroom battles, from one of the all-time greatest comedy films not even securing a nomination to foreign classics from some of cinema’s masters, this was a year when Hollywood was beginning to head in a new direction. Add in a few lesser-remembered hidden gems and genre pics and you’ve got a year that not only stands the test of time — it aces it. Join Bruce Vilanch and “Tex” as they take a deep dive into swords, sandals, attics and cannibals! As always, thanks for listening!
FILMS DISCUSSED
Ben Hur
The Diary of Anne Frank
The Nun’s Story
Anatomy of a Murder
Room at the Top
Some Like it Hot
Pillow Talk
Porgy and Bess
North by Northwest
Suddenly Last Summer
The Young Philadelphians
Imitation of Life
The Last Angry Man
The Apartment
Compulsion
Carmen Jones
Rio Bravo
The 400 Blows
Wild Strawberries
Pickpocket
Hiroshima Mon Amour
Mrs. Miniver
The Best Years of Our Lives
The Lost Weekend
The Apartment
Double Indemnity
Sunset Boulevard
Stalag 17
Sabrina
Witness for the Prosecution
Giant
Shane
A Place in the Sun
The Ten Commandments
The Story of Louis Pasteur
Operation Petticoat
Ship of Fools
Black Orpheus
Dr. Strangelove
The Poseidon Adventure
Imitation of Life (1934)
Lolita
On the Beach
Sleeping Beauty
Stay One for Me
Lil’ bAner
The Five Pennies
A Hole in the Head
(The Apu Trilogy)
The World of Apu
Pather Panchali
Aparajito
(The Human Condition Trilogy)
The Human Condition Part 1: No Greater Love
Last Year at Marienbad
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Ever watched the Academy Awards and thought, What were they thinking? You’re not alone. Join legendary comedian and writer of over 25 Oscar telecasts, Bruce Vilanch, and screenwriter/film nerd Adam “Tex” Davis (Just Friends) as they dive into Oscar history, unpacking the flubs, snubs, and surprises from Hollywood’s biggest night. From behind-the-scenes stories of A-list stars to insider insights on how the nominations and winners are really chosen, Bruce and Tex break down each Oscar ceremony year by year to reveal what the Academy got right—and what they didn’t. If you’ve ever questioned why your favorite movie or actor got overlooked, this podcast is for you. The Oscars: What Were They Thinking?
Did you know that two of the Top 100 American Films of All-Time came out the same year but weren’t even nominated for an Academy Award? Or that the film often cited as the ‘Greatest Film of All Time’ didn’t win the Oscar in its year? Or that Cuba Gooding Jr. has the same number of acting Oscars as Al Pacino?
Look, stuff happens. But if you’ve ever watched or read about the Academy Awards, you’ve probably been left scratching your head over which movies and performers won – and how many beloved films weren’t even considered.
Why do so many Best Picture winners become some of the least remembered movies? How is it that legendary directors like Stanley Kubrick never won an Oscar? And why do great actors miss out on their best performances, only to win later for less impressive work?
Sure, the Oscars aren’t sports – there’s no scoreboard to show the winners. But with so many Academy members voting, you’d think they’d get it right. Spoiler alert: They often don’t.
On The Oscars: What Were They Thinking?, Bruce Vilanch and Adam “Tex” Davis take a deep dive into Oscar history, looking back at the biggest mistakes, controversies, and snubs. From Shakespeare in Love beating Saving Private Ryan to Dances with Wolves winning over Goodfellas, we’ll examine where the Academy went wrong.
Along the way, you’ll hear incredible behind-the-scenes stories and never-before-told moments from Hollywood’s biggest night. We’re re-examining each Oscar ceremony, year-by-year, award-by-award, to see what the Academy got right, what they missed, and how we would “fix” the Oscars.
Whether you’re a dedicated movie buff or just a casual fan, this is the podcast for you. Join us for The Oscars: What Were They Thinking?, where we break down the flubs, snubs, and forgotten gems of Oscar history.
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