The Couch Critics
The Couch Critics is your laid-back guide to movies and TV shows that deserve your attention—or maybe don’t. Nathan, along with a rotating door of eclectic co-hosts, dives deep into storytelling, character development, and cinematic style with a sharp eye and a wry sense of humor. Whether it’s a blockbuster hit, a hidden gem, or a cult classic, Nathan’s relatable approach ensures every episode feels like a cozy chat with a friend who just happens to love film. Perfect for casual watchers and cinephiles alike, The Couch Critics bring thoughtful critique without the fluff. Grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let Nathan and friends guide you through the world of screen entertainment.
Episodes
19 episodes
Jingle Bells & Jump Scares
We start cozy with Call Me Claus, unwrap a stop-motion classic with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and then clock in for a very different kind of night shift with Five Nights at Freddy’s 2. It’s cheer, charm, and childhood nostalgia… followed ...
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Season 5
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Episode 92
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13:36
Buddy Cops, Big Themes: Reviewing Zootopia 2
In this episode, Nathan sits down with his friend Thomas to dive into Zootopia 2—the laughs, the world-building, and whether this sequel actually earns its badge. They talk returning favorites, new characters, and how the movie handles its big ...
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Season 5
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Episode 91
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17:01
Classic Comforts: Edward Scissorhands And Babes In Toyland
Snow without Santa, sleighs without carols, and heart without the hard sell—that’s the sweet spot we land on as we pair Edward Scissorhands with Disney’s Babes in Toyland for a compact, cozy double feature. We open late at night with fresh eyes...
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Season 5
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Episode 90
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8:04
Wicked For Good Reviewed
Oz looks brighter than ever—and yet the shadows feel longer. We pick up after a year-long wait and dive into Wicked For Good with fresh eyes, weighing how Elphaba’s defiance and Glinda’s sainthood collide in a finale that favors consequence ove...
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Season 5
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Episode 89
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12:55
Wicked On The Big Screen
Some stories don’t just survive the jump from stage to screen; they thrive. Our latest review dives into Wicked with fresh eyes and full hearts, exploring how this long-awaited adaptation turns iconic stage moments into textured cinematic beats...
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Season 5
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Episode 88
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7:01
Little Women, Big Debates
The snow falls, the slippers shuffle, and a classic story gets a new pulse. We pull up a seat with Greta Gerwig’s Little Women and sort through what changes elevate the March sisters and what choices muddy the emotional payoff. From the first n...
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Season 5
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Episode 87
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19:36
Nuremberg On Trial
A surprise pick led us straight into the chambers of history. We take you through Nuremberg, a boldly acted courtroom drama that pits a meticulous psychiatrist against a master manipulator, and we talk about how a film with this much craft can ...
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Season 5
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Episode 86
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20:45
Triple Feature Holiday Check: Classics, Chaos, And Heart
Missed weeks call for a triple feature, so we went big and asked a surprisingly tricky question: what actually makes a Christmas movie? We line up It Happened on Fifth Avenue, Jumanji, and Last Holiday, then separate genuine holiday storytellin...
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Season 5
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Episode 85
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9:27
Less Gore, More Feels: Wait, Is Predator... Wholesome?
A masked hunter with a code, an android with secrets, and a franchise that finally bets on heart over havoc—Predator Badlands surprised us in all the right ways. We dig into why centering the Predator as the protagonist reframes familiar lore, ...
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Season 5
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Episode 84
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12:43
Why Curse Of The Swamp Creature Fails At Every Turn
A random spin landed us in the Florida Everglades, where oil hunters, a mad doctor, and an alligator-human hybrid promise pulpy thrills—and deliver a masterclass in what not to do. From the first muddy frame to the last baffling creature reveal...
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Season 5
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Episode 83
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9:36
Homefront Review: Action, Grace, And A Father’s Fight
A last-minute detour can sometimes lead to the good stuff. When our planned Mortal Kombat review slipped to next year, we spun up a random pick and landed on Homefront—Jason Statham’s small-town powder keg that pairs bruising set pieces with a ...
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Season 5
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Episode 82
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19:34
Pasta, Puppies, And A Classic Love
The spaghetti kiss still hits. The question is what to do with everything around it. We pull up a cushion for Lady and the Tramp and get honest about why this 1955 Disney classic remains beloved, where it shows its age, and how modern context c...
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Season 5
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Episode 81
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20:50
Why The Tron Franchise Keeps Missing The Mark
Neon glows. Hearts don’t. We sat down for a triple feature of Tron, Tron Legacy, and the new Tron Ares to ask a simple question: why do these movies look so good and feel so empty? With Thomas joining the couch, we trace the franchise from its ...
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Season 5
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Episode 80
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25:27
Get Santa, Get Cozy
Santa behind bars shouldn’t work as cozy holiday viewing—and yet it absolutely does. We take you into Get Santa, the British family adventure that trades cheap gags for grounded charm, where a recently paroled dad and his young son hustle to sa...
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Season 5
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Episode 79
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6:50
Just Friends: A Rewatch Reckoning
Snow on the ground, carols in the air… and a rom‑com that might not actually be a Christmas movie. We sat down with Mitch and Lexie to revisit Just Friends and test how well Ryan Reynolds’ early-career charm, Anna Faris’ unhinged pop-star chaos...
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Season 5
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Episode 78
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23:38
A 59-Year-Old Rookie: The Senior Reviewed with Honesty, Heart, and a Few Fumbles
What does a second chance really cost when the clock has been running for decades? We sat down with The Senior, Angel Studios’ new football drama about Mike Flynt, a 59-year-old who returns to college to finish what one moment stole from him. T...
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Season 5
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Episode 77
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7:11
Behind the Sparkle of Christmas in Connecticut
A lie about the perfect home, a war hero craving a real Christmas, and a kitchen run by the world’s most lovable conspirator—Christmas in Connecticut still sparkles because it understands what we seek when life feels unsteady: warmth, laughter,...
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Season 5
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Episode 76
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24:24
Between Episodes: The Life of a Multi-Hat Critic
Missing movies, busy schedules, and the commitment to never miss an episode - this quick update from Couch Critics host Nathan gives listeners a peek behind the podcast curtain. The hunt for "Call Me Claus" starring Whoopi Goldberg...
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Season 5
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Episode 75
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3:14
This One Doesn't Go to 11: Why Spinal Tap 2 Failed to Rock
Ever had that sinking feeling when a beloved classic gets a sequel that nobody asked for? That's exactly what happened with "Spinal Tap 2: The End Continues." As the sole audience member in an empty theater, I witnessed firsthand how this long-...
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Season 5
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Episode 74
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7:27