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YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE SUCKS
Hosted by Raanan Hershberg
Every Wednesday, stand up comedian Raanan Hershberg (The Tonight Show, Comedy Central) rewatches a comedian's Favorite Movie, and then has them on to discuss why the movie sucks (or why it's great!), plus what their favorite movie says about them.
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Episodes
- Episode 53: Inception with Shane MaussApr 15, 2026 · 1 hr 24 minThis week we have on one of my oldest pals in comedy Shane Mauss to discuss Inception as well as his journey into the world of psychedelics. A very fun, enlightening conversation that goes all over the place, much like Inception. Enjoy!
- Episode 52 : Die Hard with Myq KaplanMar 28, 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
- Episode 51: The OscarsMar 26, 2026 · 41 min
- Episode 50: My Cousin Vinny (and the Epstein Files) with Ariel EliasFeb 25, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
- Episode 49: Jurassic Park with Adam MamawalaFeb 5, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
- Episode 48: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, No Other Choice, & MoreJan 23, 2026 · 1 hr 1 minWe talk some of the other big hits of 2026- Wake Up Dead Man, No Other Choice, Sentimental Value, It Was Just an Accident- in this new episode with returning guest Shaun Murphy. Watch my new special MORBIDLY JEWISH on YOUTUBE here: https://youtu.be/2Kc6151SE1U?si=jPoS-V5lEr3q9cz2 Watch Shaun's new special LONG STORY THIN on YOUTUBE here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqgJfhnpBN8
- Joe and Raanan Talk Movies: The Toy Story TrilogyJan 16, 2026 · 1 hr 4 minTo celebrate the release of Raanan's new special Morbidly Jewish, which is out right now on YouTube, @joelistcomedy and @raanancomedy have reunited to talk the greatest trilogy of all time! Watch Raanan's new special MORBIDLY JEWISH on YOUTUBE right now: https://youtu.be/2Kc6151SE1U?si=jPoS-V5lEr3q9cz2
- Episode 47: Groundhog Day with Brendan SagalowJan 7, 2026 · 1 hr 9 minToday we have on one of my favorite comics Brendan Sagalow talking Groundhog Day. It's a great ep. Please like and share! And make sure to watch my new special 'Morbidly Jewish' premiering January 15th at 8pm EST. Subscribe to my channel now if you haven't...
- Episode 46: Jaws with Andy FioriDec 23, 2025 · 1 hr 15 minThis week we have on Andy Fiori who like me is OBSESSED with JAWS...We talk about our deep love and familiarity with what is, as Tarantino rightly calls it, The Greatest Movie Of All Time. Enjoy!
- Episode 45: Raanan's Top 6-10 Favorite Movies of 2025Dec 19, 2025 · 41 minRaanan finishes his Top 10 Favorite Movies of 2025 list with 6-10. Enjoy!
- Episode 44: The Movies in 2025 I Wanted to Love But Didn'tDec 10, 2025 · 58 minToday I go through some of the movies in 2025 that I really wanted to love but didn't. Enjoy! Share! Subscribe!!!
- Episode 43: Raanan's Top Five Favorite Movies of 2025Dec 3, 2025 · 57 minWe're doing our first solo pod! Me, alone, with myself, announcing my Top 5 Favorite Movies of 2025. Hope you enjoy!
- Episode 42 - The Texas Chainsaw Massacre with Andrew SchiavoneNov 26, 2025 · 1 hr 42 minFor Thanksgiving we talk about a movie that makes you lose your appetite immediately: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Join me and the hilarious Andrew Schiavone as we break down what makes this one of the greatest- if not the greatest- horror movie of all time.
- Episode 41 - The Top 10 Greatest Sci-Fi Films with Matthew BroussardNov 19, 2025 · 1 hr 6 minThis week I have the hilarious Matthew Broussard on to talk Sci-Fi movies. We discuss and compare our top 10 favs and discuss what constitutes a Sci-Fi movie. Enjoy!
- Episode 40: Goodfellas with Sean PattonNov 12, 2025 · 1 hr 13 minThis week we have the hilarious Sean Patton (FX's English Teacher) coming on to talk his favorite movie Goodfellas. I love Goodfellas- it's got to be one of the funniest and most watchable movie of all time- but I'm always left a little detached by the end. Is that the point? Is there something inherently a little shallow about the movie? This is a great ep that really delves into what Goodfellas is trying to say, something I don't think people talk about enough.
- Episode 39: The Top 10 Greatest Horror Movies with Nathan MacintoshOct 29, 2025 · 1 hr 11 minThe great Nathan Macintosh and I rank the top 10 greatest horror films! This episode was so much fun. Apologies in advance for some sound issues in the last quarter...Hope you enjoy!!!!
- Episode 38: One Battle After Another with Joe ListOct 23, 2025 · 1 hr 12 minThis week Joe List returns to talk One Battle After Another!
- Episode 37 - Get Out with Jamie WolfOct 6, 2025 · 51 minThis week I have on my dear friend Jamie Wolf to talk one of the masterpieces of American cinema GET OUT. Enjoy!
- Episode 36: The Shawshank Redemption with Rosebud BakerSep 24, 2025 · 46 minI tear apart comedian Rosebud Baker's (SNL, NETFLIX) favorite movie The Shawshank Redemption. A lot of laughs, a lot of fighting, a lot of love. Enjoy!
- Episode 35: There Will Be Blood with Peter RevelloSep 17, 2025 · 1 hr 12 minThis week we talk with the hilarious Peter Revello about his favorite movie There Will Be Blood. Enjoy!
- Episode 34: Bridesmaids with Katie HanniganSep 10, 2025 · 1 hr 3 minOn this week's episode of YFMS, I talk with Katie Hannigan about her favorite movie Bridesmaids.
- Episode 33: Defending Your Life with Mike VecchioneSep 4, 2025 · 1 hr 1 minThe great Mike Vecchione joins us today to talk about his favorite movie (and one of mine) Defending Your Life. It's a great episode where examine the perfectly subtle and nuanced humor of Albert Brooks, and why this movie is so profound and resonating. Enjoy!
- Episode 32- Sideways with Christopher ShinnAug 27, 2025 · 1 hr 23 minThis week we're mixing stuff up! My good pal the Pulitzer-prize nominated playwright Christopher Shinn comes back on to tell me why my favorite movie sucks. We have an in depth, argumentative, but civil convo about one of my all time favorite movies, and how and why we can feel so differently about it. One of the best eps yet! Enjoy!!! Get tix to see me on the road- Boston this weekend! punchup.live/tickets/raanan
- Episode 31: Weapons and Eddington with Shaun MurphyAug 20, 2025 · 1 hr 10 minThis week I talk with comedian Shaun Murphy about two of the most discussed movies this Summer- Weapons and Eddington. Enjoy! Give us a like, a comment, a watch, a share! And get tix to my upcoming shows at punchup.live/raanan/tickets Baltimore- This Friday and Saturday Boston- Aug. 22-23 Grand Rapids- Aug. 29-30
- Episode 30: The Films of Roman Polanski with Steve SchioppoAug 17, 2025 · 1 hr 25 minThis week I talk with long time friend and film location manager Steve Schioppo about the work of the very problematic Roman Polanski. A very thoughtful, enjoyable conversation about a great, troubled, morally despicable artist whose work resonates deeply with us.
- Episode 29: Black Swan with Gianmarco SoresiAug 6, 2025 · 1 hr 2 minToday we have comedian and actor Gianmarco Soresi on to talk his favorite movie Black Swan. We delve into it's themes of art and obsession and solipsism, and argue about the execution. Enjoy!
- Episode 28 : The 40-Year-Old Virgin with Ben KatznerJul 30, 2025 · 1 hr 18 minWe have the hilarious Ben Katzner on talking about his favorite movie The 40-Year-Old-Virgin. I have- surprise- very strong feelings about this movie. Enjoy!
- Episode 26 - Pee-wee's Big Adventure with Greg StoneJul 23, 2025 · 1 hr 16 minToday we talk Greg Stone's favorite movie Pee-wee's Big Adventure. Enjoy!
- Episode 26 - Avengers: Infinity War with Mike LawrenceJul 17, 2025 · 1 hr 7 minToday we have the great comedian and writer Mike Lawrence (Inside Amy Schumer, The Golden Globe Awards) talking about his favorite movie Avengers: Infinity War. I'm not the biggest Marvels fan- in fact I hate it- but I try hard to see what he loves so much about Marvel and specifically this movie. It's a fun time had by all. Enjoy!
- Episode 25: The Big Lebowski with Sam EvansJul 2, 2025 · 45 minToday I have one of my favorite comedians Sam Evans on to talk about his- and my- favorite comedy. No negativity today, this is one big jerk off fest for the greatest comedy ever made (Naked Gun is a close second). But we try to break down why it's so great, a real challenge in the case of this cryptic movie. Enjoy!
- Episode 24 - Scream with Jacob WilliamsJun 18, 2025 · 56 minThis week we have one of my oldest friends in comedy Jacob Williams (Colbert, Wild 'n Out) defending one of his favorite movies SCREAM. I love SCREAM but I also like poking holes in it. Really fun ep. Enjoy!
- Episode 23 - Forrest Gump with Derrick StroupJun 11, 2025 · 1 hr 16 minThis is a hot one! Hilarious comedian and new neighbor Derrick Stroup joins me to immediately jeopardize our nascent friendship by having me eviscerate his favorite movie Forrest Gump. Shit gets heated, scenes get broken down, themes get analyzed, and laughs abound. Enjoy! And subscribe to our Patreon for bonus content every week at https://www.patreon.com/yourfavoritemoviesucks
- Episode 22: The Return of Joe ListJun 4, 2025 · 49 minJoe List returns to Your Favorite Movie Sucks to talk a little Final Destination: Bloodlines, but mostly to vent about his own personal problems. We had a blast. Always great to get the band back together, if only briefly. Check out his new hilarious special Small Ball, premiering on YouTube this Friday!!!
- Episode 21 - The Sopranos with Dan McCabeMay 28, 2025 · 54 minToday I have on my long time screenwriting collaborator Dan McCabe to talk about The Sopranos, and why it has the best dialogue of any television show or movie. Dan is a Juliard-trained playwright whose play The Purists premiered at The Huntington Theater, directed by the legendary Billy Porter.
- Episode 20 - Chinatown with Sam MorrilMay 21, 2025 · 1 hr 12 minThis week we have the great Sam Morril on talking one of his favorite movies CHINATOWN, and film noir in general. I don't know anyone more into film noir than Sam, so it was great to have him on dishing knowledge. Enjoy! Subscribe to our patreon here
- Episode 19: As Good as It Gets with Jameela JamilMay 14, 2025 · 1 hr 9 minOn this week's episode, we have the hilarious and insightful Jameela Jamil (The Good Place) to talk about her favorite movie As Good as It Gets, and also how Hollywood tropes, especially in rom coms, have destroyed all our brains. Tickets to my Special Taping Thursday, May 15th in NYC: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets Subscribe to our Patreon for Bonus Content Every Week: patreon.com/yourfavoritemoviesucks
- Episode 18 - Boogie Nights with Dan SoderMay 7, 2025 · 49 minGet tix to my Special Taping in NYC on May 15th- 7:30 and 9pm: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets This week we have one of my favorite comedians in the world Dan Soder talking about his favorite movie BOOGIE NIGHTS. I'm all awe and admiration for P.T. Anderson's second film, but I do have some issues with the second half that we get into. Still, what a magical movie by a true prodigy. Enjoy! #boogienights #movies #jokes #dansoder
- Episode 17 - Reservoir Dogs with Micheal ZegenApr 30, 2025 · 1 hr 11 minToday, we have film and television star Michael Zegen ('Joel' from Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, 'Alberto Falcone' from The Penguin) talking his favorite movie Reservoir Dogs. Really fun episode. Enjoy! Get tix to my special taping in NYC on May 15th: 7:30 and 9 pm: https://www.showclix.com/event/raanan-hershberg- Check out Michael Zegen's movie Notice to Quit and his upcoming performance in Lena Dunham's new show Too Much. #reservoirdogs #quentintarantino #pulpfiction
- Episode 16 - Ocean's 11 with Michael RowlandApr 23, 2025 · 56 minComedian and star of the hit show Animal Control Michael Rowland and I discuss his favorite movie Ocean's 11. I am not a heist man, and don't get how dudes go so crazy over such a shallow, predictable genre. This is a very effective heist movie and I still couldn't give a shit. I attack, he defends. Enjoy!
- Episode 15 - Brawl in Cell Block 99 with Patrick HolbertApr 16, 2025 · 1 hr 13 minToday Filmmaker/Comedian Patrick Holbert and I dig into the very controversial, very riveting Brawl in Cell Block 99. Enjoy! Get tix to see me in Tacoma tonight April 16th, then Portland on April 24-26, Detroit May 1-3, Minneapolis May 7-10, and my Live Special Taping in NYC on May 15th: punchup.live/raanan/tickets
- Episode 14- No Country for Old Men with Sean DonnellyApr 9, 2025 · 1 hr 7 minThis week I gush over 'No Country for Old Men' with my hilarious comedian pal Sean Donnelly. We do a deep dive into it's themes...Enjoy! Get tix to my LIVE SPECIAL TAPING on May 15th in NYC here: https://www.showclix.com/event/raanan-hershberg- Plus Tacoma April 16th, Portland April 25-26, Royal Oak May 1-3, and Minneapolis May 7-10. https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets
- Episode 13: 'Interstellar' with Luke MonesApr 2, 2025 · 59 minThis week I talk 'Interstellar' with comedian Luke Mones. Shit gets heated. Friendships are tested. We reconcile at the end but just barely. Enjoy! Get tix to my LIVE SPECIAL TAPING on May 15th in NYC here: https://www.showclix.com/event/raanan-hershberg- Plus Tacoma April 16th, Portland April 25-26, Royal Oak May 1-3, and Minneapolis May 7-10. https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets
- Episode 12 - Inside Llewyn Davis with Ismael LoutfiMar 26, 2025 · 1 hr 16 minGet tix to my LIVE SPECIAL TAPING on May 15th in NYC here: https://www.showclix.com/event/raanan-hershberg- On this week's episode, I talk with one of my oldest pals in comedy Ismael Loutfi about his favorite movie Inside Llewyn Davis. We go deep, talking about fate verse perspective, the movie's thematic connections to Joyce's Ulysses, and and LLewyn's real life inspiration the great Dave Van Ronk. Hope you like it. Enjoy! Get tix to my upcoming dates at https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets #coenbrothers #movies #standupcomedy
- Episode 11 - Hereditary with Tommy McNamaraMar 19, 2025 · 1 hr 27 minThis week we have on hilarious comedian and composer of the YFMS theme song Tommy McNamara talking about his favorite movie HEREDITARY. I love Ari Aster and have rewatched this movie a lot over the years to try and really figure it out. I still can't fully which is maybe why I keep rewatching but I enjoy digging with Tommy into all the incredible visuals, acting, themes, pacing, and more! See me on the road: Colorado Springs, Royal Oak, Minneapolis, and more! Tix here: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets And subscribe to our Patreon for bonus content every Friday: www.patreon.com/yourfavoritemoviesucks
- Patreon Episode- The Shining with Christopher ShinnMar 16, 2025 · 47 minOn today's Patreon episode I have Pulitzer-prize-nominated playwright and screenwriter Christopher Shinn breaking down The Shining with me. This is a movie that I have slowly grown to love/be obsessed with over the years. We go deep! You can watch the full episode on our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/yourfavoritemoviesucks
- Episode 10- The Silence of the Lambs with KC ShornimaMar 12, 2025 · 1 hr 28 minThis week we have on SNL writer and hilarious comic KC Shornima talking about her favorite movie The Silence of the Lambs. We both love this movie but also have fun shining a light on the bat shit crazy plot. Enjoy! See me on the road: Colorado Springs, Royal Oak, Minneapolis, and more! Tix here: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets And subscribe to our Patreon for bonus content every Friday: https://www.patreon.com/yourfavoritemoviesucks
- Episode 9- Twilight with Maddie WienerMar 5, 2025 · 51 minThis week we have on one of my favorite comics Maddie Wiener talking about her 'guilty pleasure' favorite movie TWILIGHT. I have never seen TWILIGHT because I'm not a creep so it was fun to watch for the first time. Boy is it bad! Enjoy the episode. See me on the road: Chicago, Colorado Springs, and more! Tix here: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets And subscribe to our Patreon for bonus content every Friday https://www.patreon.com/yourfavoritemoviesucks
- Episode 8- Anora and Carry-On with Joe ListFeb 26, 2025 · 53 minGot engaged and super sick this week- it was truly the best of times and the worst of times. So I unfortunately could not record an episode so I am taking one of the best eps from the patreon- Joe List and I talking Anora and Carry-On- and putting it in regular rotation. For my patreon folks, I'll do two patreons next week to make up for it. The sound is not great on this ep but it's the return of Joe List and it's funny as hell. So enjoy! See me on the road: Seal Beach, Chicago, Boise, Colorado Springs, and more! Tix here: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets And subscribe to our Patreon for bonus content every Friday: www.patreon.com/yourfavroitemoviesucks #joelist #standupcomedy #lordoftherings #movies
- Episode 7 - The Lord of the Rings with Geoffrey AsmusFeb 19, 2025 · 1 hr 9 minThis week on YFMS I have my old friend and roommate Geoffrey Asmus come on to talk Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings. This is a great ep. Enjoy! See me on the road: Seal Beach, Chicago, Boise, Colorado Springs, and more! Tix here: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets And subscribe to our Patreon for bonus content every Friday: www.patreon.com/yourfavroitemoviesucks #geoffreyasmus #standupcomedy #lordoftherings #movies
- Episode 6 - Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind with Tom ThakkarFeb 12, 2025 · 1 hr 2 minThis week on YFMS I break down Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind with one of my favorite comics Tom Thakkar. See me on the road: Tacoma, Vancouver, Chicago, and more! Tix here: https://punchup.live/raanan/tickets And subscribe to our Patreon for bonus content every Friday: https://www.patreon.com/yourfavoritemoviesucks