Monkey Nut Punch - The Podcast

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 374, where some franchises soar… and others crash before they even get off the ground. NEWS Paradise is officially renewed for Season 3 at Hulu — clearly doing something right.New details emerge on Chloé Zhao’s failed Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, including the surprising lack of screen time for Sarah Michelle Gellar. What went wrong?Spider-Man: Brand New Day smashes records with a staggering 718.6 million trailer views, becoming the biggest movie trailer launch in history. TRAILERS Spider-Man: Brand New Day — the record-breaking trailer that has everyone talking.Dune: Part Three — the teaser sets the stage for another massive, cinematic chapter. REVIEWS Paradise — does it deserve that Season 3 renewal?Project Hail Mary — sci-fi ambition, execution, and whether it lives up to the hype. Like, subscribe, and let us know which story this week surprised you the most — the record-breaker or the reboot collapse.More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja 

Buffy reboot cancelled, Star Trek eyes a new spin-off, and Secret Wars rumours excite Spider-Man fans.

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 371, where monsters evolve, video games invade prestige TV, and Marvel keeps swinging. NEWS Fresh rumoured plot leaks for Godzilla x Kong: Supernova suggest Kong might be getting yet another upgrade. Necessary escalation… or franchise inflation? An “outstanding” sci-fi thriller hailed as a masterclass in tension gets an exciting new-season update — proof smart genre storytelling still has life. HBO is developing a Baldur’s Gate series from The Last of Us co-creator Craig Mazin. Can lightning strike twice for game adaptations? Jason Momoa is set to star in a Helldivers movie, landing November 2027. Video game movies are no longer a gamble — they’re the strategy. TRAILERS Spider-Noir — black & white first look teaser brings pulpy, detective energy to the Spider-verse. ONE PIECE Season 2 — Netflix doubles down on scale, spectacle, and fan service. Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 — Marvel teases a darker return. Is this the reset fans wanted? REVIEWS Starfleet Academy — bold new Trek direction or tonal misfire? Iron Lung — stripped-back horror with atmosphere… but does it hold? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you think is actually evolving — and which is just levelling up for no reason. More episodes and chaos at www.mnp.ninja 

Lots of Technical Issues this week and my audio when out  Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 371, where legacy franchises, studio power moves, and long-running shows all face the spotlight. NEWS Slow Horses drops a bombshell in Season 5, and a cast member hints there’s still much more to uncover about Gary Oldman’s Jackson Lamb. Bob Iger is reportedly stepping down as Disney CEO before the end of 2026 — what does this mean for Disney’s increasingly shaky franchise strategy? HBO confirms a release window for the Harry Potter TV series — and it’s sooner than most people expected. Sydney Sweeney addresses criticism and backlash, making it clear she’s not here to speak on politics — just the work. Henry Cavill reveals a first look at his upcoming ’80s action remake as filming finally kicks off. TRAILERS Paradise Season 2 — Hulu releases the official trailer, teasing higher stakes and darker turns. REVIEWS Starfleet Academy: a bold new direction for Star Trek — or a tonal misstep? Silent Hill: atmosphere vs substance in the latest return to horror. 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple: does the franchise still have teeth? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you trust the least right now. More episodes, links, and nonsense at www.mnp.ninja

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 370, where long-running franchises show their cracks — and sometimes just admit it out loud. NEWS Mark Ruffalo finally confirms whether The Hulk will appear in Avengers: Doomsday, putting months of speculation to rest. For All Mankind Season 5 gets a confirmed release date, a first look, and a surprise The Killing reunion. A new rumour claims a major Star Wars character could be returning — and honestly, the logic behind it is… confusing. A Doctor Who director admits “something went wrong” with the Disney deal, saying more money didn’t mean a better show. George R. R. Martin calls his relationship with the House of the Dragon showrunner “abysmal,” reigniting the book-vs-adaptation war. TRAILERS Supergirl — official Lobo teaser gives fans their first real taste of chaos. Masters of the Universe — nostalgia, muscles, and a lot riding on one teaser. Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord — Sam Witwer returns in a dark, fan-targeted teaser for 2026. REVIEW Fallout – Season 2: does it justify the hype, the budget, and Amazon’s long-term plans? Like, subscribe, and tell us which franchise you think is actually being honest with its audience. More episodes and links at www.mnp.ninja.