The Watchlist

The Watchlist Podcast

The Watchlist is a film podcast hosted by Luke and Eli, covering everything from movie reviews and new releases to awards season and industry conversations. Luke and Eli are both aspiring filmmakers.
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Tuesday · 2 hr
Camp Miasma Is Unlike Anything We’ve Seen | Ep. 27
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Jane Schoenbrun’s new film, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
August 21 · 55 min
The End of Oak Street: A Perfect Summer Blockbuster?
On this Shortlist episode, Luke and Eli review David Robert Mitchell’s new blockbuster The End of Oak Street. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
August 11 · 1 hr 35 min
How Good Has 2026 Really Been? | Ep. 26
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli take a look at the 2026 movie year so far and reflect on where it stands at the halfway point. They discuss how 2026 compares to the other years of the decade, share their top 10 and bottom 10 movies of the year, and look ahead at some of their most anticipated releases still to come. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
August 4 · 2 hr
Is the MCU Holding Spider-Man Back? | Ep. 25
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review the new Marvel movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
July 28 · 2 hr 20 min
Everybody’s Wrong About Her Private Hell | Ep. 24
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Nicolas Winding Refn’s new film, Her Private Hell. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#23
July 21 · 2 hr 1 min
The Odyssey: Overrated or Masterpiece? | Ep. 23
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review the biggest release of the year, The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#22
July 14 · 2 hr 3 min
Evil Dead Burn & The Invite Review | Ep. 22
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Olivia Wilde’s The Invite, as well as Evil Dead Burn directed by Sebastien Vanicek. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#21
July 7 · 1 hr 33 min
We Watched an AI Film… | Ep. 21
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Radu Jude’s highly controversial film Dracula that uses generative AI. They also talk about their broader thoughts on AI use in filmmaking. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#20
June 30 · 1 hr 30 min
What Went Wrong With Supergirl? | Ep. 20
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review the new DCU film Supergirl directed by Craig Gillespie. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#19
June 23 · 1 hr 26 min
The Kids Need Toy Story 5 | Ep. 19
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Toy Story 5 directed by Andrew Stanton. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#18
June 16 · 1 hr 40 min
Spielberg's Career BEST - Disclosure Day Review | Ep. 18
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Steven Spielberg’s new movie Disclosure Day! Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#17
June 9 · 1 hr 37 min
They Do NOT Have the Power! | Ep. 17
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review two new releases from this weekend, Masters of the Universe and Scary Movie! Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#16
June 2 · 1 hr 57 min
Does Backrooms Live Up to the Hype? | Ep. 16
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review of the new horror film, Backrooms, directed by 20 year old Kane Parsons. They also do a quick review of the new Star Wars movie that hit theaters, The Mandalorian and Grogu. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#15
May 26 · 1 hr 46 min
Best Director Bracket! | Ep. 15
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli put the best movie directors head to head in a bracket competition. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last episode, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
May 22 · 59 min
Guess the Movie by the Cast & Stay Quiet Until I Name a Movie Better Than...
On this Shortlist episode, Luke and Eli play two move mini-games! The first one is Guess the Movie by the Cast, and the second is Stay Quiet Until I Name a Movie Better Than... All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#14
May 19 · 1 hr 56 min
NOT Obsessed with Obsession | Ep. 14
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli talk about Curry Barker's new horror movie, Obsession. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last week, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#13
May 12 · 1 hr 59 min
Wes Anderson Draft! | Ep. 13
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli compete in a draft of the films of Wes Anderson. Then they give some thoughts on Wes Anderson as a filmmaker, and some of his short film work. Afterwards, they give their quick thoughts on the movies they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they review each other’s Watchlist Recommendations from last week, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#12
May 5 · 1 hr 42 min
Most HORRIFYING Movie of the Year | Ep. 12
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Hokum, the new horror movie directed by Damian McCarthy. Afterwards, they give quick thoughts for each movie they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they each review their Watchlist Recommendations from last week, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast
#11
April 28 · 1 hr 49 min
Michael is a DISASTER! | Ep. 11
On this week’s episode, Luke and Eli review Michael, the new musical biopic about the King of Pop. Afterwards, they give short reviews for each movie they watched last week. At the end of the episode, they each review their Watchlist Recommendations from last week, and recommend more for next week. All our links can be found here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast (0:00:00) Michael Review! (0:52:40) What We Watched Last Week (1:26:06) Reviewing Watchlist Recommendations (1:46:21) Watchlist Recommendations
April 23 · 1 hr 15 min
The Drama Review – Movie of the Year?
On the second episode of The Shortlist, Luke and Eli review the new movie everyone's talking about - The Drama. All our links can be found here: https://linktr.ee/thewatchlistpodcast

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