The Backseat Critics
Welcome to The Backseat Critics – the family-friendly movie review podcast where we watch the movies you probably shouldn’t!
Join hosts RJ and Andrew as they dive into forgotten flops, cult classics, and cinematic disasters with sharp banter and unexpected insights. Every week, they ask the real question: Why was this even made?
🎙️ New episodes every Thursday
📍 Based in Portland, OR
📩 thebackseatcritics@gmail.com
📸 Follow us on Instagram @thebackseatcritics
If you love roasting bad movies or rediscovering ridiculous ones from your childhood, hop in the backseat and buckle up.
Episodes
90 episodes
The Goonies (1985) ft. Beach Bums Never Die
This week, we’re joined by the founder of California lifestyle brand Beach Bums Never Die and the founder of City Apparel and Designs to revisit one of the most beloved adventure films of all time — The Goonies.
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:18:44
Wee Sing in Sillyville (1989)
This week The Backseat Critics reviewing a movie half of us didn't know existed - Wee Sing in Sillyville (1989). It's a bright, colorful, musical kids film about.... colors.... community..... and a talking trash heap? We're just as confused as ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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36:29
Heavy Weights feat. Tay
This week The Backseat Critics diving belly-first into Heavyweights—the 1995 cult classic that made Camp Hope unforgettable. Portland’s own movie nerds are joined by special guest Tay from the Play No Games podcast to unpack body image...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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59:36
Decendents 4 (2024)
This week, The Backseat Critics return to one of our original guilty pleasure franchises with Descendants 4 (2024) — the fourth entry in Disney’s teen villain-sploitation saga. Join RJ and Andrew as they break down horrible wi...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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31:52
Return to Oz (1985)
What if The Wizard of Oz had what we all wanted? Less singing and more electroshock therapy? This week, we take a trip back to the Land of Oz with Return to Oz - the 1985 sequel no one asked for.We discuss wheeler gangs...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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42:00
Scooby-Doo (2002)
What if you could relive your childhood adventures with Scooby-Doo? Join us as we stroll down memory lane, revisiting the 2002 "Scooby-Doo" film that captured our imaginations in the early 2000s. From watching it in segments during school reces...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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48:51
Western Conference Finals Controversy: Reexamining Game Six (2002)
Can controversial officiating truly alter the course of a game? Join us on this week's episode of the Backseat Critics as we reexamine the dramatic fourth quarter of the 2002 Western Conference Finals Game Six. We break down every contentious c...
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24:46
The Last Witch Hunter (2015)
Can Vin Diesel's immortal witch hunter really save the day, or is the plot just as cursed? Join us as we kick off with a hilarious yet critical review of "The Last Witch Hunter." We uncover everything from the witch queen's outrageous claims ab...
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Season 1
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Episode 77
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39:12
Rampage (2018)
Buckle up for a monster-sized episode of Backseat Critics, where Andrew and I, RJ, dive headfirst into the chaos of "Rampage." Without missing a beat, we debate the heavy-hitting presence of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and whether adding Charlize...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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47:54
Avengers: Grim Time War Review and Fairytale Madness
Ever imagine Kevin Hart donning Snow White's iconic dress or Jack Black swinging Red Riding Hood's basket? That's the sort of hilarity you'll encounter as we, your irreverent guides RJ and Andrew from Backseat Critics, celebrate the riotous "...
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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33:05
Pluto Nash (2001)
Ever wondered what would happen if Eddie Murphy had skipped "The Adventures of Pluto Nash"? We've got you covered! Join us as we put Eddie Murphy's filmography under the microscope, starting with the laughably ambitious flop "The Adventures of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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29:33
Freaky Friday (2003)
These week are are diving into an early 2000s classic: FREAKY FRIDAY?! Will they get freaky? No. But it's worth a listen just in case.
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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40:03
Planet of the Apes (2001)
This week we are diving in on a remake of a classic: Planet of the Apes! Directed by Tim Burton, released in 2001. Is this movie too bananas for us? Let's find out on this weeks movie review.Movie stars: Mark WahlbergHelena...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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39:01
Small Soldiers (1998)
00:00 Intro03:05 Minute Summary04:44 If an alternative toy came to life10:09 Small Soldier movie discussion51:19 Final Thoughts
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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54:45
Kung Fu Panda (2008)
This week we are diving into Kung Fu & Animation as we take a measured look at Kung Fu Panda from 2008. Is this a staple Dreamworks movie? Does it hold up against the test of time? Does it work as a good intro to kung fu movies? Join us as ...
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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33:13
Dune (1984)
What are we dune in this episode? We're reviewing DUNE! But really, we are. Just the 1984 dune starring Kyle Maclachlan, Francesca Annis, Patrick Stewart and Sting, directed by big hitting director: David Lynch. Is this movie good? Does it hold...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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47:41
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995)
This week the critics dive into this nostalgia laden action/adventure from the 90s. Do the Power Rangers hold up well over time? Or does it all fall flat? I don't know. But listen to find out for sure:00:00 - Intro06:45 - 1 minute s...
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Season 2
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Episode 67
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52:25