For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases. The biggest movie of the summer wasn't a superhero film, but instead Greta Gerwig's Barbie. And since it stars the incomparable Margot Robbie, in the latest SCP Classic we go back to her headlining performance in the Birds of Prey movie...

For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases. The Flash movie explored the concept of the multiverse and DC announced a Crisis on Infinite Earths animated film. So for the next episode of SCP Classic, enjoy listening to us discuss the live-action Crisis on Infinite Earths adaptation...

For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases. This past summer, the latest MCU TV series was released on Disney+. Secret Invasion focused on Nick Fury and for the second episode of SCP Classic, we're looking at Fury's first outing in film, played by none other than David...

Hey guys! I'm excited to introduce my new comic book project, PARAGONS OF EARTH! This is a superhero comic where we've reinvented forgotten public domain characters for the modern day and pitted them against the cosmic horror of a Lovecraftian apocalypse.  I've been hard at work on this project for the past few months with my co-writer, Thomas Deja, and my penciler, Eric Johns. Now we need your help to make it a reality. If you could back our Crowdfundr project, it would mean a lot to me and...

For the next two months, I'm taking a break from the show to catch up on recordings and get some work done on my comic book project. So I'm giving you a glimpse into the past with SCP Classic, featuring replays of past episodes influenced by recent releases. The Flash came out this past summer to mixed reactions and a lackluster box office return. But one thing everyone loved was the return of Michael Keaton's Batman. So for the first SCP Classic, Derrick and I discuss Keaton's first outing...

I'm going to be taking a break from the show for about two months. I'm going on vacation with my family and working on an exciting new comic book project called PARAGONS OF EARTH with Thomas Deja and Eric Johns.  So until the show comes back, I'm going to be rebroadcasting several past episodes as part of what I'm calling SCP Classic. These are all from when Derrick was still with us and each episode was chosen because of a connection to a movie or TV show that came out recently.  Hope you...

In this episode, Tommy of Podcast Assemble comes by to discuss one of the most reviled MCU films yet—Thor: Love and Thunder! Ever the MCU defender, Perry does have some good points to harp on, but the overall consensus is that this film is something of a mess. Listen to Tommy on Podcast Assemble [https://open.spotify.com/show/3yIALViWLO01pcDhoexgBn?si=xqHNywttRF-nlqBQmaHtaw] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave...

We covered Multiverse of Madness, we covered the made-for-TV film, now we finally cover 2016's Doctor Strange! Hugh McStay of Podcast-616 joins Perry to fill in this gap in the show's coverage. We discuss how underrated this film is but also some things that could have been done better. Listen to Hugh on Podcast-616 [https://www.spreaker.com/show/podcast-616-a-marvel-universe-podcast] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or...

Comic writer and author Frank Martin joins the show to discuss the Japanese superhero film, Zebraman! Directed by Takashi Miike, this is part-satire, part-homage of Japanese tokusatsu superhero fare like Kamen Rider and Super Sentai. Visit Frank's website to find out about his works [https://www.frankthewriter.com/] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show...

Superhero novelist and comic writer Jeremy Flagg joins Perry this week to discuss Guardians! No, not "of the Galaxy," just Guardians, Russia's answer to The Avengers. It's a film with some flashes of great choreography and VFX mixed in with a lot of utter nonsense. Visit Jeremy's website to find out more about his books and comics [https://remyflagg.com/] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to...

Nick Jones of Focused On Comics joins Perry to discuss the Justice League Dark animated film! We talk about the DC Original Animated Universe in general, Matt Ryan's standout performance as John Constantine, and more. Listen to Nick's podcasts: Focused On Comics [https://www.spreaker.com/show/focused-on-comics] The 1610 Incursion [https://www.spreaker.com/show/1610-incursion-podcast] The Flying Dead [https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-flying-dead] And follow him on Twitter...

Ashley Thomas of The Nerdy Blogger and Podcast-616 joins Perry this week to talk about the cult classic, Tank Girl! We discuss Lori Petty's wonderful performance, how this movie was ahead of its time, and why it deserves more love. Visit The Nerdy Blogger [https://nerdyblogging.wordpress.com/] or listen to Ashley on Podcast-616 [https://www.spreaker.com/show/podcast-616-a-marvel-universe-podcast] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in...

Michael Brace of the Reel Media Network is this week's guest to discuss 1996's The Crow: City of Angels. Although originally intended to be a very different movie from its predecessor, producers forced changes to make it as similar as possible. We talk about the production headaches, what the film was supposed to be, what parts of it still work despite the changes, and the fact that this was the final film starring Power Rangers' Thuy Trang. Visit Reel Media Network...

In what may be the shortest turnaround for a return guest, author Brad Mengel is back to talk about another B superhero movie with "black" in the title—1996's Black Mask, starring Jet Li! Visit Brad's blog [https://pulpybrad.blogspot.com/] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show [https://www.speakpipe.com/scp]. You can also apply to be a guest on the show...

Nicholas Pepin of Pop Culture Roulette joins Perry for a discussion of 2019's Captain Marvel! We discuss the history of the character, the project's road to production, and the ridiculous backlash against it from certain sewers of the internet. Check out Pop Culture Roulette's Linktree [https://linktr.ee/popcultureroulette] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show...

This week, Perry welcomes back Oscar Owens and Pat Lagua, his former co-hosts on the now-complete E For Evolution: X-Amining Grant Morrison's X-Men podcast. We discuss perhaps the best of Fox's X-Men films, 2003's X2. How does it hold up twenty years later, what missteps did it make, and more reflections on the Fox films. Listen to E For Evolution: X-Amining Grant Morrison's X-Men for our complete breakdown of Morrison's New X-Men...

Pulp author Brad Mengel is our guest this episode to talk about Roger Corman's low-budget risque superhero film, Black Scorpion! We talk the film's legacy and how it compares to the TV show that followed. Visit Brad's blog [https://pulpybrad.blogspot.com/]. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show [https://anchor.fm/superherocinephiles/message]. You can also apply to be a guest on...

Perry is joined this week by comic fan and returning guest, D. Ashley Stockdale, to look back at the TV movie/backdoor pilot for The Incredible Hulk TV series! We discuss the changes made from the comics to make it more appealing to TV viewers and how good a job it did. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show [https://anchor.fm/superherocinephiles/message]. You can also apply to...

Comic creator Ryan Estrada joins Perry to revisit Jim Carrey's first foray into superhero movies—1994's The Mask! Based on the Dark Horse comic, this movie took a much lighter tone than the source material. All these years later, there's still a lot to like about it and the effects mostly hold up. Visit Ryan's website to learn more about his comics. [https://www.ryanestrada.com/] Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or...

NOTE: A previous version of this episode contained incomplete audio. The problem has been fixed. Author, actor, and stuntman Teel James Glenn comes on the show to discuss one of the first superhero movies ever made—1941's Adventures of Captain Marvel! Originally released in serial form, it's a long one. But surprisingly serious and with some really cool technical achievements. Visit The Urban Swashbuckler to find out more about Teel's work. [https://theurbanswashbuckler.com/] Want to tell...

Author Gordon Dymowski returns to the show to discuss the 2010 animated film, Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths. It's am ambitious film but as an adaptation of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's stellar JLA: Earth-2 graphic novel, it doesn't quite match up. If you're in the Chicagoland area, join Gordon in the Chicago Doctor Who Meetup [https://www.meetup.com/drwho-111/]. You can also find his books on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gordon-Dymowski/author/B00Y172BA0] or subscribe...

Comic fan Zach Woliner joins Perry this week to discuss 2018's Ant-Man and the Wasp. We discuss the changes from the comics, how this film compares to both its predecessor and sequel, and how underrated it is in retrospect. Follow Zach on Twitter [https://twitter.com/zachwoliner] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@zachwoliner]. Want to tell us what you think? Have any questions or comments for Perry about superheroes in media or comics? Leave a voice message to play on the show...

Just a few episodes after his last appearance, Adam Lance Garcia is back again so that we can discuss Guardians of the Galaxy, vol. 3! Is this the best MCU trilogy? Does it satisfy people who have felt that Phase 4 isn't as strong as previous versions? Who lives? Who dies? We'll answer all these and more. WARNING: This movie is still in theaters and this episode contains SPOILERS! If you don't want to be spoiled, go watch the movie first, then come back and listen to us talk about...

Author Ed Erdelac joins Perry this week to discuss the best of the 90s-era pulp hero adaptations—The Rocketeer! We discuss the origins, how well this film stands the test of time, its legacy, and posit some theories as to why it wasn't more popular when it came out. Visit Ed's Linktree for all his links [https://linktr.ee/EMErdelac] Patrons get to listen to ad-free episodes before everyone else and they also get access to my exclusive companion podcast, the Superhero Cinephiles Book Club....

Our regular DC animation contributor Stacy Dooks is back again. In this episode, we welcome back Adam West, Burt Ward, and Julie Newmar in all their campy glory. It's time to discuss Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders! We share our memories of Batman '66, how this movie honors the legacy of the TV show, and have fun discussing the little self-parodies all throughout. Listen to Stacy on The Fanboy Power Hour podcast [https://tfph.libsyn.com/] Patrons get to listen to ad-free episodes...