Episodes

  • Fatality
    May 17 2026

    This week on Cinematic Savants reviews for the widely anticipated Mortal Combat 2, starring Karl Urban. Their has been a lot of mixed reviews, most leaning unfavorable, but what do The Savants have to say about it? Tommy reviews the newly released Punisher: One Last Kill, starring Jon Bernthal. Can Marvel stick the landing for such a popular character, prior to his big screen debut in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Lastly, we give our thoughts on the Netflix special Kevin Hart Roast. Did some comics go too far or has society gotten too sensitive?


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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Flowers and Dirt
    May 8 2026

    This week on Cinematic Savants Shawn gives his review of the Hulk Hogan documentary on Netflix, Real American. Looking back at his complicated past just before his passing, we breakdown his impact of the wrestling and entertainment world as well as where his place is on the Mount Rushmore of Wrestlers. Tommy shares his review of Daredevil Born Again on Disney+, which brings back a few surprise characters from the past.

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Who's Bad
    Apr 30 2026

    Welcome back to Cinematic Savants! This week we're breaking down what some would call one of the most anticipated biopics of all time, Michael. A lot of thoughts and predictions were given on how this film would be handled, the impact of the release, as well as the box office return. Now that the world had its chance to watch, it's our turn to give our review of the life of Michael Jackson. Did it please the hardcore fans of the icon or was it a watered down version that was made to please the general audience?


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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • The Return
    Apr 25 2026

    Welcome back to Cinematic Savants! This week we finally have the return of Ryan Winters who has a lot to get caught up on with the Savants. This weeks show goes all over the place, from reviews on 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple to predictions on the biopic Michael, releasing this week. Enjoy the show and remember to like a subscribe.


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    2 hrs and 3 mins
  • A.I. Takeover
    Apr 17 2026

    This week on Cinematic Savants (minus Ryan) Tommy and Shawn have a quick talk on 80's movies that did not age well, as well as those that did stand the test of time. They have a side conversation of Wedding and moving etiquette. Shawn finally gives his thoughts on Project Hail Mary, which has become a Hugh hit for Ryan Gosling. Tommy gives his review of Paradise on Hulu, starring Sterling K. Brown this week and we talk about the impact of A.I. on pop culture. The Boys on Amazon premiers this week and it does not disappoint. Shawn reviews the movie Thrash on Netflix.



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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Plot Twist
    Apr 3 2026

    This week reviews for War Machine on Netflix, starring Alan Ritchson. Daredevil: Born Again season 2 and Paradise reviews this week as well. Shawn and Tommy go into a deep dive on what they deem the best movie theater moments of their lives along with the best plot twists/shocking movie endings in cinema history.

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Podcast Hail Yeah
    Mar 29 2026

    This week on Cinematic Savants we're giving our thoughts on this year's Oscars, with Michael B. Jordan winning Best Actor for sinners. We also discuss past winners and losers that have left this awards ceremony tainted over the years. Reviews this week for Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, which has very high praise from one of the Savants. Also, reviews for Ted season 2 on Peacock and Mercy, starring Chris Pratt. Shawn has recommendations on HBO Max for fans to check out, so tune it!

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    1 hr and 56 mins
  • Won't You Be My Neighbor
    Mar 14 2026

    This week on Cinematic Savants we give our thoughts on the new Yellowstone spinoff show, Marshalls, and the uphill battle they have ahead of them to make a good spinoff show. Shawn realizes not everyone is a fan of Star Wars, as we discuss the prequels vs the original trilogy. Tommy reviews Code 3, starring Rainn Wilson and Lil' Rel Howery, 2 paramedics struggling to make to the end of their shift. Shawn has us come up with our list of the 3 best sitcom neighbors and Tommy has the Savants work through The Best Non-Oscar Winner of all time bracket for March Madness.

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    2 hrs and 18 mins