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  1. DeclaredSep 22, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    Law Abiding Citizen · 2009Gerard Butler

    They closed by agreeing Butler clearly won the movie.

    Episode
  2. DeclaredSep 15, 2026 · ~1:36:00
    Rambo: First Blood Part II · 1985Sylvester Stallone

    They agree Stallone wins the movie.

    Episode
  3. DeclaredSep 8, 2026 · ~2:04:00
    Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby · 2006Will Ferrell

    They agree Ferrell won the movie, while acknowledging McKay’s contribution.

    Episode
  4. Left openAug 31, 2026 · ~2:09:47
    Aliens · 1986No clear winner recorded

    The room cannot settle on a single winner, landing on a Cameron-versus-Weaver split with Paxton as a personal favorite.

    Episode
  5. DeclaredAug 17, 2026 · ~2:16:00
    Speed ("The Re-Speed") · 1994sandra-bullock

    They explicitly choose Sandra Bullock as the movie's winner, with a nod that Keanu is also in the conversation.

    Runner-up · keanu-reeves
    Episode
  6. DeclaredAug 13, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    About Last Night · 1986Jim Belushi

    They debate the leads, but the final answer is that Jim Belushi won the movie.

    Runner-up · Debbie
    Episode
  7. DeclaredAug 10, 2026 · ~1:20:00
    The Italian Job · 2003the Mini Coopers

    They finish by agreeing that the Mini Coopers are the thing that wins the movie.

    Runner-up · Edward Norton
    Episode
  8. DeclaredAug 3, 2026 · ~1:20:00
    The Karate Kid Part II · 1986Peter Cetera

    Bill says Peter Cetera is who the movie is remembered for, while Kyle gives the actual win to Marita.

    Runner-up · Marita
    Episode
  9. DeclaredJul 20, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    Hitch · 2005Will Smith

    They agree Will Smith wins the movie, with Kevin James making a strong case as the closest challenger.

    Runner-up · Kevin James
    Episode
  10. DeclaredJul 6, 2026 · ~1:20:00
    Ali · 2001Michael Mann

    Bill and the others ultimately credit Mann's style as the reason they keep returning to the movie, while also noting Foxx as a strong on-viewing winner.

    Runner-up · Jamie Foxx
    Episode
  11. Apparent consensusJun 22, 2026 · ~1:20:00
    Domestic Disturbance · 2001Vince Vaughn

    They give Vaughn the win for being the most entertaining presence, while praising Matt O'Leary's performance too.

    Runner-up · Matt O'Leary
    Episode
  12. DeclaredJun 14, 2026 · ~1:44:00
    The Hand That Rocks the Cradle · 1992Rebecca De Mornay

    They explicitly name Rebecca De Mornay as the movie's winner.

    Episode
  13. DeclaredJun 8, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    Single White Female · 1992Jennifer Jason Leigh

    They conclude that Jennifer Jason Leigh wins the movie, though Bridget Fonda is praised as the era's defining presence.

    Runner-up · Bridget Fonda
    Episode
  14. DeclaredMay 18, 2026 · ~56:00
    Borat! Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan · 2006Sacha Baron Cohen

    They end by giving the overall win to Sacha Baron Cohen.

    Episode
  15. DeclaredMay 11, 2026 · ~1:36:00
    Tropic Thunder · 2008Robert Downey Jr.

    The hosts unanimously treat Downey as the clear winner of the movie.

    Episode
  16. DeclaredMay 4, 2026 · ~1:18:00
    There's Something About Mary · 1998Cameron Diaz

    After considering Stiller, Diaz, and Dillon, they ultimately choose Cameron Diaz as the person who won the movie.

    Runner-up · Ben Stiller
    Episode
  17. DeclaredApr 20, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    Kindergarten Cop · 1990Arnold Schwarzenegger

    They close by declaring Arnold the winner of the movie.

    Episode
  18. DeclaredApr 13, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    Basic Instinct: Live from SF · 1992Sharon Stone

    They close by agreeing that Sharon Stone is the movie's biggest winner.

    Episode
  19. Apparent consensusApr 6, 2026 · ~1:20:00
    Eddie and the Cruisers · 1983the Beaver Brown Band / the songs

    By the end they decide the band and its songs are the real winners, with HBO’s cable replay value also credited.

    Runner-up · HBO
    Episode
  20. DeclaredMar 16, 2026 · ~2:08:00
    To Live And Die In L.A. · 1985William Petersen

    They agreed Petersen is the movie’s winner because the role launched his career and the whole film centers on him.

    Runner-up · none stated
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  21. Apparent consensusMar 9, 2026 · ~1:52:00
    Fargo · 1996Minnesota

    They conclude that Minnesota itself is the big winner of the film’s portrayal and legacy.

    Runner-up · The Coen Brothers
    Episode
  22. DeclaredMar 2, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    Sicario (Live) · 2015Taylor Sheridan

    They conclude Sheridan is the real winner because the film launches him into a major long-term career trajectory.

    Runner-up · Benicio Del Toro
    Episode
  23. DeclaredFeb 16, 2026 · ~1:44:00
    GoldenEye · 1995Pierce Brosnan

    They conclude Brosnan won the movie, while noting the franchise itself also benefits from the film’s success.

    Runner-up · The Bond franchise
    Episode
  24. DeclaredJan 26, 2026 · ~2:08:00
    Zodiac ("The Re-Zodiac") · 2007Fincher

    They explicitly agree that Fincher won the movie, though they also note Zodiac’s myth got a boost from the film.

    Runner-up · Zodiac
    Episode
  25. DeclaredJan 19, 2026 · ~1:28:00
    Just One of the Guys · 1985Billy Jacoby

    The final winner pick is Billy Jacoby, with a side mention of Warren Beatty.

    Episode
  26. DeclaredJan 13, 2026 · ~1:44:00
    What Lies Beneath · 2000michelle pfeiffer

    They agree Michelle Pfeiffer wins the movie.

    Episode
  27. Apparent consensusDec 22, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    F1 · 2025Joe Kosinski

    They end by giving the win to Kosinski, arguing the movie means the most for his career.

    Runner-up · Brad Pitt
    Episode
  28. DeclaredDec 17, 2025 · ~1:12:00
    The Sure Thing · 1985Rob Reiner

    They close by giving the win to Rob Reiner rather than Cusack.

    Runner-up · John Cusack
    Episode
  29. DeclaredDec 15, 2025 · ~2:08:00
    High Fidelity · 2000Jack Black

    The hosts choose Jack Black as the film’s winner because the role helped define his career, though Cusack gets significant credit too.

    Runner-up · John Cusack
    Episode
  30. DeclaredDec 8, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    Shampoo · 1975Warren Beatty

    They close the rundown by naming Beatty as the movie’s winner.

    Episode
  31. DeclaredNov 24, 2025 · ~1:20:00
    Two for the Money · 2005Pacino

    All three hosts ultimately give the movie to Pacino, with McConaughey getting some support as well.

    Runner-up · McConaughey
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  32. DeclaredNov 17, 2025 · ~56:00
    Weird Science · 1985Kelly LeBrock

    Bill gives the win to LeBrock for holding the whole movie together, while Kyle leans toward Hall.

    Runner-up · Anthony Michael Hall
    Episode
  33. DeclaredNov 3, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    The Truman Show · 1998Jim Carrey

    When they closed with the winner, they gave the movie to Jim Carrey rather than Weir.

    Runner-up · Peter Weir
    Episode
  34. DeclaredOct 20, 2025 · ~1:36:00
    Quiz Show · 1994Robert Redford

    Bill explicitly picked Redford as the movie’s winner for closing out that creative renaissance with this film.

    Episode
  35. DeclaredOct 6, 2025 · ~1:20:00
    Jeremiah Johnson · 1972Robert Redford

    They ended by giving the movie win to Redford.

    Episode
  36. DeclaredSep 29, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    The Sting · 1973Redford

    They concluded Redford won the movie, arguing he comes out smelling like gold even though Newman is terrific.

    Runner-up · Newman
    Episode
  37. DeclaredSep 22, 2025 · ~1:12:00
    Airplane! · 1980Leslie Nielsen

    They agree Leslie Nielsen won overall because the role changed his career, with Stucker also earning major praise.

    Runner-up · Steven Stucker
    Episode
  38. DeclaredSep 15, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    Tin Cup · 1996Kevin Costner

    By the end, they settle on Costner as the overall winner because the movie is built around his star vehicle.

    Runner-up · Jim Nance
    Episode
  39. DeclaredAug 17, 2025 · ~1:36:00
    Sinners · 2025Ryan Coogler

    They explicitly name Coogler as the overall winner, with Jordan close behind.

    Runner-up · Michael B. Jordan
    Episode
  40. DeclaredAug 11, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    Rollerball · 1975James Caan

    Bill and Craig both identify James Caan as the movie’s winner.

    Episode
  41. DeclaredJul 28, 2025 · ~1:44:00
    Brokeback Mountain · 2005Heath Ledger

    They ended by saying Heath Ledger won the movie, and that the film is defined by his performance and legacy.

    Episode
  42. DeclaredJul 21, 2025 · ~1:20:00
    Species · 1995Natasha Henstridge

    They explicitly gave the movie to Natasha Henstridge, with Madsen discussed as the alternate.

    Runner-up · Michael Madsen
    Episode
  43. DeclaredJul 14, 2025 · ~1:20:00
    It's Complicated · 2009Alec Baldwin

    All three hosts pick Alec Baldwin as the movie's winner.

    Runner-up · Meryl Streep
    Episode
  44. DeclaredJun 30, 2025 · ~1:44:00
    After Hours · 1985Scorsese

    In the closing judgment, they say Scorsese won because the film got him back on track creatively.

    Episode
  45. DeclaredJun 23, 2025 · ~2:08:00
    Die Hard with a Vengeance · 1995Sam Jackson

    They ultimately give the win to Samuel L. Jackson because the film boosts him from star turn to major franchise-level force.

    Runner-up · Bruce Willis
    Episode
  46. DeclaredJun 9, 2025 · ~1:44:00
    Working Girl · 1988Melanie Griffith

    Roger Ebert's take is read aloud and the room agrees Melanie Griffith won the movie.

    Episode
  47. DeclaredJun 2, 2025 · ~1:44:00
    Out for Justice · 1991Steven Seagal

    They give the movie to Seagal overall because his performance and this era led to Under Siege and peak-watchability.

    Episode
  48. DeclaredMay 12, 2025 · ~1:12:00
    Death Wish · 1974Charles Bronson

    At the end-of-episode wrap-up, they say Bronson won the movie even if the performance is somewhat one-note.

    Episode
  49. DeclaredMay 12, 2025 · ~1:12:00
    Death Wish · 1974Bronson

    They close by declaring Charles Bronson the winner of the movie.

    Episode
  50. DeclaredApr 28, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    Someone to Watch Over Me · 1987Mimi Rogers

    Bill lands on Mimi Rogers as the winner, while acknowledging Bracco as the other major standout.

    Runner-up · Lorraine Bracco
    Episode
  51. Apparent consensusApr 14, 2025 · ~56:00
    Can't Hardly Wait · 1998Seth Green

    They conclude Seth Green probably won the movie for lasting recognition and career momentum, with Embry as the sentimental alternative.

    Runner-up · Ethan Embry
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  52. DeclaredMar 31, 2025 · ~1:30:00
    Good Will Hunting (Live from Boston) · 1997Matt Damon and Ben Affleck

    The room ultimately says the movie belongs to Damon and Affleck together because they wrote it, starred in it, and made it happen.

    Runner-up · Robin Williams
    Episode
  53. DeclaredMar 24, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    Blue Chips · 1994Shaquille O'Neal

    After some back-and-forth, the hosts end by saying Shaq is the movie’s biggest winner.

    Runner-up · Bob Cousy
    Episode
  54. DeclaredMar 17, 2025 · ~1:36:00
    Days of Thunder · 1990Tony Scott

    The consensus is that Tony Scott’s direction is the real winner, with Duvall close behind as the key performance.

    Runner-up · Robert Duvall
    Episode
  55. DeclaredMar 10, 2025 · ~1:44:00
    Best in Show · 2000Fred Willard

    At the end, they picked Fred Willard as the movie's winner, with Higgins as the main alternate.

    Runner-up · John Michael Higgins
    Episode
  56. DeclaredMar 3, 2025 · ~1:12:00
    Rocky · 1976Sylvester Stallone

    They say Stallone clearly won the movie as writer, star, and breakout creator of the franchise.

    Episode
  57. Apparent consensusFeb 17, 2025 · ~1:20:00
    Wayne's World · 1992Mike Myers

    They agree Mike Myers is the main winner because of how well the movie serves his comedy and career.

    Runner-up · Dana Carvey / Queen
    Episode
  58. DeclaredFeb 10, 2025 · ~1:20:00
    The Blues Brothers · 1980Belushi and Aykroyd

    At the end, they agree the movie is won jointly by Belushi and Aykroyd.

    Episode
  59. Apparent consensusJan 6, 2025 · ~1:28:00
    Den of Thieves (Live from L.A.) · 2018Christian Gudegast

    They mostly credited Gudegast, while also joking that the movie itself may have won by exceeding expectations.

    Runner-up · the movie itself
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  60. DeclaredDec 30, 2024 · ~1:52:00
    Friday Night Lights · 2004Peter Berg

    They conclude that Peter Berg wins because the film leads directly to the TV series and shapes the franchise.

    Runner-up · Derek Luke
    Episode
  61. DeclaredDec 16, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    The Gambler · 2014William Monahan

    Bill picks screenwriter William Monahan, while Chris makes a case for Goodman, who is ultimately framed as the movie's key force.

    Runner-up · John Goodman
    Episode
  62. DeclaredDec 9, 2024 · ~1:20:00
    Disclosure · 1994Demi Moore

    They end by choosing Demi Moore as the movie’s ultimate winner because she gets the most out of the film’s provocative material.

    Episode
  63. DeclaredNov 25, 2024 · ~1:04:00
    Running Scared · 1986Billy Crystal

    They choose Crystal because the film helped establish him as a movie star while Hines was already the bigger physical presence.

    Runner-up · Gregory Hines
    Episode
  64. DeclaredNov 11, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Meet The Parents · 2000Robert De Niro

    They agree De Niro is the winner, with Stiller as a possible alternative.

    Runner-up · Ben Stiller
    Episode
  65. DeclaredOct 21, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Hereditary · 2018Ari Aster

    They named Ari Aster as the winner because the film’s success gave him the career runway for later projects, while also saluting Collette.

    Runner-up · Toni Collette
    Episode
  66. DeclaredOct 15, 2024 · ~1:12:00
    The Silence of the Lambs (Live from New York) · 1991Anthony Hopkins

    The group agreed Hopkins won the movie overall, even while saying Foster deserved the Oscar.

    Runner-up · Jodie Foster
    Episode
  67. Apparent consensusOct 7, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Poltergeist · 1982JoBeth Williams

    They decide JoBeth Williams most strongly carries the movie, while acknowledging Spielberg got the larger share of credit.

    Runner-up · Steven Spielberg
    Episode
  68. Apparent consensusOct 1, 2024 · ~1:20:00
    The Blair Witch Project · 1999the filmmakers and the audience

    They say the filmmakers and the audience won, though the cast did not financially benefit much.

    Episode
  69. Apparent consensusSep 24, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    Over The Top · 1987arm wrestling

    They conclude that arm wrestling itself is the big winner because the film made the sport memorable for decades.

    Episode
  70. DeclaredSep 3, 2024 · ~48:00
    Night Shift · 1982Michael Keaton

    They ended by naming Michael Keaton the winner of the movie.

    Episode
  71. DeclaredAug 22, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Rudy · 1993Notre Dame

    They ultimately say Notre Dame wins the movie, though they note Goldsmith's score is the other major winner.

    Runner-up · Jerry Goldsmith
    Episode
  72. DeclaredAug 13, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    The Grand Budapest Hotel · 2014Wes Anderson

    They gave the overall movie win to Wes Anderson, while acknowledging Fiennes' performance as Oscar-worthy.

    Runner-up · Ralph Fiennes
    Episode
  73. Apparent consensusAug 6, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    Dodgeball · 2004Ben Stiller

    They give the win to Stiller because the movie cemented White Goodman as an iconic character and boosted his run.

    Runner-up · Rawson Marshall Thurber
    Episode
  74. DeclaredJul 29, 2024 · ~3:04:00
    Pulp Fiction (Part 1 and 2) · 1994Quentin Tarantino

    They said Tarantino won the movie overall, with Jackson as the runner-up because of his towering performance.

    Runner-up · Samuel L. Jackson
    Episode
  75. DeclaredJul 23, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    No Way Out · 1987Kevin Costner

    They crowned Costner as the movie's winner, with Will Patton getting an honorable mention from the producer.

    Runner-up · Will Patton
    Episode
  76. DeclaredJul 19, 2024 · ~1:04:00
    Notting Hill · 1999Hugh Grant

    In the final wrap-up they agree Hugh Grant wins the movie, while also noting Julia Roberts and Richard Curtis as notable winners.

    Runner-up · Julia Roberts
    Episode
  77. DeclaredJul 15, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    True Lies · 1994James Cameron

    The episode ends with James Cameron getting the overall win for making the movie work at scale.

    Episode
  78. DeclaredJul 12, 2024 · ~1:20:00
    For Love of the Game · 1999Kevin Costner

    They agree Costner wins the movie overall, with Vin Scully acknowledged as a strong honorable mention.

    Runner-up · Vin Scully
    Episode
  79. DeclaredJul 9, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Twister · 1996The tornadoes

    At the end, they say the tornadoes won the movie, while also praising Hoffman as the performance that will age into the most fascinating one.

    Runner-up · Philip Seymour Hoffman
    Episode
  80. DeclaredJul 4, 2024 · ~56:00
    Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me · 1999Mike Myers

    They ended by naming Mike Myers the overall winner of the movie, while acknowledging Heather Graham and Rob Lowe as notable secondary winners.

    Runner-up · Heather Graham
    Episode
  81. DeclaredJul 2, 2024 · ~1:20:00
    The Naked Gun · 1988Leslie Nielsen

    They agreed Leslie Nielsen won the movie because the role turned him into a true movie star and spawned sequels.

    Episode
  82. Left openJun 27, 2024 · ~40:00
    Big Daddy · 1999No clear winner recorded

    Bill says the dad won the movie, while Sean argues Sandler won it for his career and production-company launch.

    Runner-up · the dad / Adam Sandler
    Episode
  83. DeclaredJun 25, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    The Bad News Bears · 1976Walter Matthau

    They ultimately give the movie to Walter Matthau, while acknowledging Tatum O'Neal as a strong alternative.

    Runner-up · Tatum O'Neal
    Episode
  84. Apparent consensusJun 11, 2024 · ~1:52:00
    Breaking Away · 1979the state of Indiana

    They debate a few candidates, but settle most comfortably on Indiana as the big winner of the film.

    Runner-up · Peter Yates
    Episode
  85. DeclaredJun 4, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Slap Shot · 1977Paul Newman

    At the end they explicitly agree that Paul Newman wins the movie.

    Episode
  86. DeclaredMay 28, 2024 · ~1:44:00
    Fast Times at Ridgemont High · 1982Sean Penn

    At the end, they crown Sean Penn as the movie's winner.

    Runner-up · null
    Episode
  87. DeclaredMay 21, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    Back to the Future Part II · 1989Michael J. Fox

    They name Michael J. Fox as the winner, while also crediting Doc Brown’s character as a major reason the movie works.

    Runner-up · Doc Brown / Christopher Lloyd
    Episode
  88. DeclaredMay 7, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Along Came Polly · 2004Philip Seymour Hoffman

    They conclude Hoffman is the lasting winner of the movie because his performance is what people remember most.

    Runner-up · Jennifer Aniston
    Episode
  89. DeclaredApr 23, 2024 · ~1:20:00
    Hardcore · 1979Paul Schrader

    They ultimately gave the win to Schrader, while acknowledging George C. Scott’s powerful performance.

    Runner-up · George C. Scott
    Episode
  90. DeclaredApr 16, 2024 · ~1:12:00
    Magnolia · 1999Tom Cruise

    They explicitly declare Tom Cruise the winner of Magnolia.

    Episode
  91. DeclaredApr 9, 2024 · ~1:36:00
    The War of the Roses · 1989Kathleen Turner

    They ultimately give the edge to Turner because she has the bigger, funnier, and more varied role.

    Runner-up · Michael Douglas
    Episode
  92. DeclaredApr 2, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Shot Caller · 2017Rick Roman Waugh

    They decide the director wins for making a strong, memorable prison-crime thriller and effectively launching this subgenre.

    Runner-up · Jon Bernthal
    Episode
  93. Apparent consensusFeb 20, 2024 · ~1:44:00
    Creed (Live from Philadelphia) · 2015Kugler

    The room leans slightly toward Coogler/Kugler, though they acknowledge a split with Stallone.

    Runner-up · Stallone
    Episode
  94. DeclaredFeb 6, 2024 · ~1:20:00
    The Fugitive (Live from Chicago) · 1993Harrison Ford

    After debate, the room awards the movie to Harrison Ford over Tommy Lee Jones.

    Runner-up · Tommy Lee Jones
    Episode
  95. DeclaredJan 30, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    The Insider · 1999Al Pacino

    At the end they agree Pacino is the clear winner of the movie.

    Episode
  96. DeclaredJan 23, 2024 · ~1:20:00
    Philadelphia · 1993Denzel Washington

    The hosts unanimously name Denzel Washington as the winner of the movie, not Hanks or Demi.

    Runner-up · Tom Hanks
    Episode
  97. Apparent consensusJan 16, 2024 · ~1:52:00
    Silver Linings Playbook · 2012Jennifer Lawrence

    The hosts ultimately pick Jennifer Lawrence as the winner of the movie, while acknowledging Bradley Cooper as the soul of it.

    Runner-up · Bradley Cooper
    Episode
  98. DeclaredJan 9, 2024 · ~1:28:00
    Flight · 2012denzel washington

    At the end of the rundown, they explicitly award the movie to Denzel Washington.

    Episode
  99. DeclaredJan 2, 2024 · ~1:44:00
    Searching for Bobby Fischer · 1993Josh / the character of Josh Waitzkin

    They conclude that Josh wins the movie, though one host also credits chess itself.

    Runner-up · Chess
    Episode
  100. DeclaredDec 5, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    Sea of Love · 1989Ellen Barkin

    They close by saying Barkin is the clear winner of the movie because she is its sex, soul, and center.

    Episode
  101. DeclaredNov 21, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    Mr. and Mrs. Smith · 2005Jennifer Aniston

    They ultimately chose Aniston as the biggest winner in the post-breakup aftermath, with Pitt as a plausible alternate answer.

    Runner-up · Brad Pitt
    Episode
  102. DeclaredNov 14, 2023 · ~1:04:00
    An Officer and a Gentleman · 1982Richard Gere

    At the end, the hosts agree that Richard Gere is the movie's winner, with Winger as the main alternate answer.

    Runner-up · Debra Winger
    Episode
  103. DeclaredNov 7, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves · 1991Alan Rickman

    Rickman is declared the winner because the movie would not work with a lesser villain, though Costner is also discussed in relation to the film’s success.

    Runner-up · Kevin Costner
    Episode
  104. DeclaredOct 31, 2023 · ~1:04:00
    The Omen · 1976Gregory Peck

    After briefly considering evil as the winner, they land on Gregory Peck as the movie's strongest presence.

    Runner-up · Satan / evil itself
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  105. DeclaredOct 24, 2023 · ~56:00
    In The Line of Fire · 1993John Malkovich

    They close by naming Malkovich as the overall winner because his performance drives the movie.

    Episode
  106. DeclaredOct 10, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    They Live (Live from L.A.) · 1988John Carpenter

    They debate a few candidates, but Carpenter is treated as the overall winner of the movie.

    Runner-up · Roddy Piper
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  107. DeclaredOct 3, 2023 · ~56:00
    Toy Soldiers · 1991Sean Astin

    They agree Sean Astin clearly won the movie and is the standout performance.

    Episode
  108. Apparent consensusSep 26, 2023 · ~1:36:00
    The Big Chill · 1983Lawrence Kasdan

    Bill and the others conclude Kasdan wins because the movie feels like a deeply personal generational classic.

    Runner-up · the cast
    Episode
  109. Apparent consensusSep 19, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    A Bronx Tale · 2003Chazz Palminteri

    They agree the movie belongs most to Palminteri, with C mentioned as a possible but lesser alternative.

    Runner-up · C
    Episode
  110. DeclaredSep 12, 2023 · ~1:04:00
    Blackhat · 2015Viola Davis

    They say Viola Davis wins the movie because her performance makes the whole film pop.

    Episode
  111. DeclaredSep 5, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    Lost In Translation · 2003Bill Murray

    They agree that Murray wins the movie, even while acknowledging Coppola’s directing triumph.

    Runner-up · Sofia Coppola
    Episode
  112. DeclaredAug 29, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    The Equalizer · 2014Denzel

    When they ask who won the movie, the room answers Denzel.

    Episode
  113. DeclaredAug 22, 2023 · ~1:12:00
    Cruel Intentions · 1999Sarah Michelle Gellar

    They close by agreeing that Sarah Michelle Gellar wins the movie because she is so strong and memorable in every scene she's in.

    Runner-up · Reese Witherspoon
    Episode
  114. DeclaredAug 15, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    Eyes Wide Shut · 1999Kubrick

    They conclude that Kubrick won because the movie somehow worked and delivered a final unforgettable line, while jokingly crediting the Illuminati in passing.

    Runner-up · The Illuminati
    Episode
  115. DeclaredAug 8, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    National Lampoon’s Vacation · 1983Chevy Chase

    The room ends by giving the movie itself to Chevy Chase.

    Episode
  116. DeclaredJul 31, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    A Few Good Men: Live from L.A. ("A Few Good (Re)Men") · 1992Tom Cruise

    The hosts unanimously declare Tom Cruise the winner of the movie.

    Episode
  117. DeclaredJul 25, 2023 · ~1:44:00
    The Devil's Advocate · 1997Al Pacino

    They ended by agreeing that Al Pacino won the movie.

    Episode
  118. DeclaredJun 13, 2023 · ~40:00
    Blood Diamond · 2006Leonardo DiCaprio

    They end by saying DiCaprio won the movie, while still feeling he should have won for The Departed that year.

    Episode
  119. DeclaredJun 8, 2023 · ~1:04:00
    Dumb and Dumber · 1994Jeff Daniels

    After considering both leads, Jennifer Lawrence lands on Jeff Daniels as the movie's winner for her.

    Runner-up · Jim Carrey
    Episode
  120. DeclaredJun 2, 2023 · ~1:44:00
    Casino Royale · 2006James Bond franchise

    They credited the Bond franchise as the main winner, while noting Mads Mikkelsen’s stealthy villain performance.

    Runner-up · Mads Mikkelsen
    Episode
  121. Apparent consensusMay 23, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    The Last Days of Disco · 1998Chloë Sevigny and Kate Beckinsale

    They split the win between Sevigny and Beckinsale, with both women viewed as the movie's central force.

    Runner-up · Chloë Sevigny alone / Alice and Charlotte as rivals
    Episode
  122. DeclaredMay 9, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    Chef · 2014Jon Favreau

    They agree Favreau wins the movie, with Roy Choi and the various food elements also treated as winners.

    Runner-up · Roy Choi
    Episode
  123. DeclaredApr 11, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    Indecent Proposal · 1993Robert Redford / John Gage

    They close by choosing Redford's Gage as the movie's winner.

    Runner-up · null
    Episode
  124. DeclaredApr 4, 2023 · ~2:08:00
    He Got Game · 1998Ray Allen

    After some back-and-forth, they land on Ray Allen as the movie’s winner because it permanently elevated his cultural status.

    Runner-up · Denzel Washington
    Episode
  125. Apparent consensusMar 7, 2023 · ~48:00
    The Purge · 2013Blumhouse

    They conclude that Blumhouse wins because the movie helped establish the company’s model and brand.

    Runner-up · Ethan Hawke
    Episode
  126. DeclaredFeb 21, 2023 · ~1:04:00
    Whiplash · 2014Damien Chazelle

    They ultimately give the movie to Damien Chazelle as the director and author of the whole project.

    Runner-up · J.K. Simmons
    Episode
  127. DeclaredFeb 14, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    Sleepless In Seattle · 1993Meg Ryan

    They close by agreeing Meg Ryan is the winner of the movie, while Nora Ephron is also credited for the film's larger impact.

    Runner-up · Nora Ephron
    Episode
  128. DeclaredJan 31, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    Deliverance · 1972Burt Reynolds

    Both Chris and Bill land on Burt Reynolds as the winner, with the setting and landscapes also credited.

    Runner-up · Montana / the landscapes
    Episode
  129. DeclaredJan 17, 2023 · ~1:20:00
    Alive · 1993Hawk

    When they close by naming the winner, Hawk gets the final nod over the score.

    Runner-up · the score
    Episode
  130. DeclaredJan 10, 2023 · ~1:36:00
    Sideways · 2004Paul Giamatti

    They debate the career impact but settle on Giamatti as the movie's winner, with Payne as a close alternate case.

    Runner-up · Alexander Payne
    Episode
  131. DeclaredJan 3, 2023 · ~1:28:00
    Cliffhanger · 1993Michael Rooker

    At the end they agree Michael Rooker is the movie's winner over Stallone.

    Runner-up · Sylvester Stallone
    Episode
  132. DeclaredDec 20, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    I Am Legend · 2007will smith

    They close by agreeing that Will Smith won the movie.

    Episode
  133. DeclaredDec 6, 2022 · ~1:12:00
    Man On Fire · 2004Denzel Washington

    They agreed Denzel won the movie, with Dakota Fanning and Tony Scott also receiving major praise.

    Runner-up · Dakota Fanning
    Episode
  134. DeclaredNov 29, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Planes, Trains and Automobiles · 1987John Candy

    They close by naming John Candy the winner of the movie.

    Episode
  135. DeclaredNov 15, 2022 · ~2:00:00
    Blow Out · 1981Brian De Palma

    The room says De Palma wins overall, even while calling this Travolta’s best performance.

    Runner-up · John Travolta
    Episode
  136. Apparent consensusNov 1, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    American Gigolo · 1980Richard Gere

    The room concludes that Gere is the ultimate winner because the role launched him into superstardom.

    Runner-up · Paul Schrader
    Episode
  137. DeclaredOct 25, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    The Edge · 1997Bart the Bear

    They ultimately declare Bart the Bear the movie’s winner, though Hopkins is the human alternative they discuss.

    Runner-up · Anthony Hopkins
    Episode
  138. DeclaredOct 18, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    Pineapple Express · 2008Danny McBride

    The hosts agree Danny McBride is the winner for the movie, while also noting Seth Rogen’s long-term cultural and business upside.

    Runner-up · Seth Rogen
    Episode
  139. DeclaredOct 11, 2022 · ~1:36:00
    Glengarry Glen Ross · 1992Jack Lemmon

    After a producer tiebreaker, they go with Jack Lemmon as the movie's winner.

    Runner-up · Al Pacino
    Episode
  140. DeclaredOct 4, 2022 · ~1:52:00
    Pitch Perfect · 2012Rebel Wilson

    The hosts agree Rebel Wilson wins the movie because she is the funniest and most entertaining presence throughout.

    Episode
  141. DeclaredSep 20, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Margin Call · 2011JC Chandor

    They close by giving the overall win to JC Chandor for pulling off such a difficult movie on a tiny schedule and budget.

    Runner-up · Jeremy Irons
    Episode
  142. DeclaredSep 6, 2022 · ~1:36:00
    Saving Private Ryan · 1998Steven Spielberg

    In the final winner check, they give the movie to Spielberg, with Hanks as the next-strongest answer.

    Runner-up · Tom Hanks
    Episode
  143. DeclaredAug 30, 2022 · ~1:12:00
    Tango and Cash · 1989Kurt Russell

    Both hosts agree Kurt Russell is the movie's winner and the most watchable part of the whole thing.

    Runner-up · none
    Episode
  144. DeclaredAug 22, 2022 · ~56:00
    Scent of a Woman · 1992Pacino

    They close by saying Pacino won the movie, while noting Hoffman also benefits a lot from the experience.

    Runner-up · Hoffman
    Episode
  145. DeclaredAug 15, 2022 · ~1:44:00
    Grease · 1978Travolta

    The room names Travolta as the winner of the movie, while noting Olivia Newton-John also benefited enormously from it.

    Runner-up · Olivia Newton-John
    Episode
  146. DeclaredAug 8, 2022 · ~1:36:00
    School Ties · 1992Brendan Fraser

    Bill and Juliet each landed on different winners, but the room’s final consensus favored Brendan Fraser over Matt Damon.

    Runner-up · Matt Damon
    Episode
  147. DeclaredJul 19, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    Above The Rim · 1994The soundtrack

    They conclude that the soundtrack edges out Pac for the overall win if the soundtrack is eligible.

    Runner-up · Tupac
    Episode
  148. DeclaredJul 5, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Misery · 1990Kathy Bates

    They explicitly give the movie to Kathy Bates, with Reiner mentioned as the other big winner by implication.

    Runner-up · Rob Reiner
    Episode
  149. Left openJun 28, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    Project X · 2012No clear winner recorded

    They close by saying the music, the film, and even humanity can all be seen as winners, so the category is effectively shared.

    Runner-up · Kid Cudi / “Pursuit of Happiness”
    Episode
  150. DeclaredJun 23, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    The Untouchables · 1987Sean Connery

    Bill picks Connery, Craig also picks Connery, and Chris agrees Costner's case is strong but not enough to beat him.

    Runner-up · Kevin Costner
    Episode
  151. DeclaredJun 7, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Knocked Up · 2007Seth Rogen

    They agree Rogen wins because the movie made him a bona fide leading man and writing star.

    Episode
  152. DeclaredMay 25, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    Rocky III · 1982Mr. T

    They concluded Mr. T won the movie, with strong supporting arguments for Talia Shire and a nod to Hulk Hogan.

    Runner-up · Talia Shire
    Episode
  153. DeclaredMay 17, 2022 · ~1:44:00
    E.T. the Extra Terrestrial · 1982Steven Spielberg

    They give the overall win to Spielberg, with E.T. also mentioned as a symbolic runner-up.

    Runner-up · E.T.
    Episode
  154. Apparent consensusMay 10, 2022 · ~1:04:00
    Beverly Hills Cop 2 · 1987Eddie Murphy

    They say Murphy is the clear answer, though Tony Scott and the Rosewood-Taggart pairing get credit for strong resumes.

    Runner-up · Tony Scott
    Episode
  155. DeclaredApr 19, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    Spider-Man (2002) · 2002Sony

    They name Sony as the biggest long-term winner, with Maguire as the short-term winner and the MCU as the broader franchise winner.

    Runner-up · Tobey Maguire
    Episode
  156. DeclaredMar 29, 2022 · ~1:44:00
    Panic Room · 2002David Fincher

    The hosts agree that Fincher is the clear winner because the movie only works at this level because of his direction.

    Episode
  157. DeclaredMar 22, 2022 · ~1:12:00
    Shooter · 2007Mark Wahlberg

    They ultimately say Mark Wahlberg wins the movie, with Danny Glover getting a brief honorable mention.

    Runner-up · Danny Glover
    Episode
  158. DeclaredMar 15, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    Titanic · 1997Leonardo DiCaprio

    They agree DiCaprio wins the movie, with Cameron close behind but Leo getting the final edge.

    Runner-up · James Cameron
    Episode
  159. DeclaredMar 8, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Batman (1989) · 1989Jack Nicholson

    The hosts agree Nicholson won the movie, with a small case made for Burton.

    Runner-up · Tim Burton
    Episode
  160. DeclaredMar 1, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    The Ice Storm · 1997Joan Allen

    At the end of the rundown, they agree Joan Allen is the overall winner, with Ang Lee also receiving strong consideration.

    Runner-up · Ang Lee
    Episode
  161. DeclaredFeb 15, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Parenthood · 1989Steve Martin

    Bill leans toward Ron Howard, but the final call in the room goes to Steve Martin for showing the full range of the film's comedy and emotion.

    Runner-up · Ron Howard
    Episode
  162. DeclaredFeb 8, 2022 · ~1:28:00
    Rachel Getting Married · 2008Rosemarie DeWitt

    After some back-and-forth, they settle on Rosemarie DeWitt as the movie's winner over Anne Hathaway.

    Runner-up · Anne Hathaway
    Episode
  163. DeclaredFeb 1, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Ordinary People · 1980Donald Sutherland

    They ultimately give the movie to Sutherland for the key performance, while noting Redford’s larger victory through directing and awards.

    Runner-up · Robert Redford
    Episode
  164. DeclaredJan 25, 2022 · ~2:00:00
    Casino · 1995Sharon Stone

    The hosts ultimately settle on Sharon Stone as the person who most won the movie.

    Runner-up · Martin Scorsese
    Episode
  165. DeclaredJan 18, 2022 · ~56:00
    Miracle · 2004Kurt Russell

    They end by saying Kurt Russell clearly wins the movie.

    Runner-up · none
    Episode
  166. DeclaredJan 11, 2022 · ~1:44:00
    Juice · 1992Tupac Shakur

    Bill and Van split slightly, but the room’s consensus is that Tupac won the movie while Omar Epps gets credit for the film’s lasting impact.

    Runner-up · Omar Epps
    Episode
  167. DeclaredJan 4, 2022 · ~1:20:00
    Limitless · 2011Bradley Cooper

    The episode ends with a straightforward consensus that Bradley Cooper won the movie.

    Episode
  168. DeclaredDec 22, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Father of the Bride · 1991Steve Martin

    They explicitly say Steve Martin won the movie.

    Episode
  169. DeclaredDec 14, 2021 · ~1:12:00
    The Last Boy Scout · 1991Damon Wayans

    They give the movie to Damon Wayans, arguing that his performance is the film's best star turn and the key to the movie working.

    Runner-up · Bruce Willis
    Episode
  170. DeclaredDec 7, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Saturday Night Fever · 1977John Travolta

    They conclude Travolta wins the movie, while acknowledging the Bee Gees and Robert Stigwood as major beneficiaries too.

    Runner-up · The Bee Gees
    Episode
  171. DeclaredDec 2, 2021 · ~2:08:00
    JFK · 1991Oliver Stone

    They agree Oliver Stone won the movie, with a brief alternative argument made for Lee Harvey Oswald.

    Runner-up · Lee Harvey Oswald
    Episode
  172. DeclaredNov 26, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Hoosiers · 1986Hackman

    Both hosts say Hackman won the movie for them.

    Episode
  173. DeclaredNov 16, 2021 · ~1:12:00
    Focus · 2015Margot Robbie

    Bill says Margot Robbie wins because she dominates the movie's chemistry, while Wesley makes a case for the stunt driver in the crash sequence.

    Runner-up · The stunt driver who crashes into the leads
    Episode
  174. DeclaredNov 9, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Ransom · 1996Mel Gibson

    They conclude that Mel Gibson won the movie overall.

    Episode
  175. DeclaredOct 19, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    The Color of Money · 1986Paul Newman

    The room explicitly picks Paul Newman as the movie's winner, citing his performance and the overdue Oscar acclaim.

    Episode
  176. Left openOct 5, 2021 · ~1:52:00
    The Re-Departed · 2006No clear winner recorded

    They split between Scorsese’s career victory and DiCaprio’s performance, so the segment ends as a tie rather than a clean consensus.

    Runner-up · Leonardo DiCaprio
    Episode
  177. DeclaredSep 28, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Trainspotting · 1996Danny Boyle

    They give the overall win to Danny Boyle for the film's vision, while praising McGregor as the movie's electric center.

    Runner-up · Ewan McGregor
    Episode
  178. DeclaredSep 14, 2021 · ~1:12:00
    Warrior · 2011Nick Nolte

    Both hosts settle on Nolte as the actor who most carries the movie emotionally.

    Runner-up · Tom Hardy
    Episode
  179. DeclaredAug 31, 2021 · ~1:12:00
    Hardball · 2001G-Baby

    They agree G-Baby is the movie's winner because his death and memory drive the film's lasting impact.

    Episode
  180. Apparent consensusAug 24, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Rain Man · 1988Tom Cruise

    After debating Hoffman, Cruise, and Levinson, they mostly land on Cruise as the movie's winner because the story hinges on his arc.

    Runner-up · Dustin Hoffman
    Episode
  181. DeclaredAug 16, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Argo · 2012Ben Affleck

    They agree that Affleck wins the movie because he directs and stars in it while also reestablishing his career.

    Runner-up · Alan Arkin
    Episode
  182. DeclaredAug 9, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Superbad · 2007Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg

    They agree that Rogen and Goldberg won the movie because they created it, built the career launchpad, and made the whole era possible.

    Runner-up · Jonah Hill
    Episode
  183. DeclaredAug 3, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Victory · 1981Pele

    The hosts split slightly, but Pele gets the edge for making soccer feel iconic and for the movie’s lasting legacy.

    Runner-up · Michael Caine
    Episode
  184. DeclaredJul 27, 2021 · ~1:12:00
    The Bodyguard · 1992Whitney Houston

    They close by saying Whitney Houston clearly won the movie, with Costner still praised but secondary.

    Runner-up · Kevin Costner
    Episode
  185. DeclaredJul 20, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Fight Club · 1999Brad Pitt

    They agree Pitt won the movie because his performance most visibly elevates it every time he appears.

    Runner-up · David Fincher
    Episode
  186. DeclaredJul 5, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Independence Day · 1996Will Smith

    They unanimously pick Will Smith as the movie's winner, even while acknowledging Pullman's speech as a major factor in the film's success.

    Runner-up · Bill Pullman
    Episode
  187. DeclaredJun 29, 2021 · ~1:44:00
    Boyz n the Hood · 1991John Singleton

    The hosts gave the overall win to John Singleton, with strong support also going to Ice Cube and a mention of Fishburne.

    Runner-up · Ice Cube
    Episode
  188. DeclaredJun 22, 2021 · ~1:12:00
    Stripes · 1981Bill Murray

    They close by saying Bill Murray clearly won the movie with his performance.

    Episode
  189. DeclaredJun 8, 2021 · ~1:44:00
    Raiders of the Lost Ark · 1981Steven Spielberg

    They ultimately give the movie to Spielberg, citing the film's impact, his profit participation, and the way it powered the rest of his career.

    Runner-up · Harrison Ford
    Episode
  190. DeclaredJun 1, 2021 · ~24:00
    Memento · 2000Christopher Nolan

    The hosts agree Nolan won by making a $5 million movie that looked far more expensive and put him on the map.

    Episode
  191. DeclaredMay 18, 2021 · ~2:22:00
    Goodfellas · 1990Martin Scorsese

    They ultimately agree Scorsese wins the movie because Goodfellas crowns his career and legacy.

    Runner-up · Joe Pesci
    Episode
  192. DeclaredMay 11, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Lethal Weapon 2 · 1989Joe Pesci

    Van ultimately votes for Joe Pesci, while Chris says Gibson wins but the title is effectively vacated and Pesci makes the movie.

    Runner-up · Mel Gibson
    Episode
  193. DeclaredMay 4, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    What About Bob? · 1991Bill Murray

    They explicitly declare Bill Murray the winner of the movie.

    Episode
  194. DeclaredApr 27, 2021 · ~1:16:00
    Predator · 1987Arnold Schwarzenegger

    Arnold is named the official winner, though Kyle makes a strong case for Bill Duke as the real soul of the movie.

    Runner-up · Bill Duke
    Episode
  195. DeclaredApr 20, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Mrs. Doubtfire · 1993Robin Williams

    They agree Robin Williams won the movie, and then briefly rank his broader performances after that.

    Runner-up · null
    Episode
  196. DeclaredApr 6, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Lethal Weapon · 1987Gibson and Glover together

    They give the win to Mel Gibson and Danny Glover as a duo because their chemistry carries the film and elevated both of their profiles.

    Episode
  197. DeclaredApr 1, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Thief · 1981James Caan

    After some back-and-forth, the hosts vote for James Caan as the movie’s winner over Prosky and even Mann himself.

    Runner-up · Michael Mann
    Episode
  198. DeclaredMar 28, 2021 · ~1:12:00
    Commando · 1985Arnold Schwarzenegger

    They end by agreeing that Arnold Schwarzenegger is the clear winner of Commando.

    Episode
  199. DeclaredMar 22, 2021 · ~56:00
    Insidious · 2010James Wan

    Bill initially names the score and then settles on James Wan, while Sean makes a case for Lynn Shaye and Chris mentions Rose Byrne.

    Runner-up · Lynn Shaye
    Episode
  200. DeclaredMar 14, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Inside Man · 2006Spike Lee

    They land on Spike as the overall winner, with Denzel also getting a strong post-heat-era appreciation.

    Runner-up · Denzel Washington
    Episode
  201. DeclaredFeb 23, 2021 · ~1:04:00
    Neighbors · 2014Rose Byrne

    All three hosts land on Rose Byrne as the movie's winner.

    Episode
  202. Apparent consensusFeb 16, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Sleeping With The Enemy · 1991Julia Roberts

    They conclude Roberts won the movie, while noting Bergen’s villain and the era’s hockey-player look as strong contenders.

    Runner-up · Patrick Bergen
    Episode
  203. Left openFeb 9, 2021 · ~1:36:00
    Taxi Driver · 1976No clear winner recorded

    Bill, Sean, and Bill Hader split on De Niro, Jodie Foster, and Scorsese, so no single winner emerges.

    Episode
  204. DeclaredFeb 2, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Out Of Sight · 1998Steven Soderbergh

    They conclude that Soderbergh wins overall because the movie re-established him as a commercial filmmaker and shaped the rest of his career.

    Runner-up · J.Lo
    Episode
  205. DeclaredJan 26, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    Terminator 2 · 1991Arnold Schwarzenegger

    They close by saying Schwarzenegger wins the movie because it is a great performance and his signature star vehicle.

    Episode
  206. DeclaredJan 21, 2021 · ~1:36:00
    Terminator · 1984Arnold Schwarzenegger

    They close by declaring Arnold the winner of the movie.

    Episode
  207. DeclaredJan 19, 2021 · ~1:20:00
    First Blood · 1982Sylvester Stallone

    They agree Stallone wins the movie by a landslide because the film made him a huge action star and launched the Rambo franchise.

    Episode
  208. DeclaredJan 12, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    The Royal Tenenbaums · 2001Gene Hackman

    Chris chooses Gene Hackman and Andy chooses Luke Wilson, with both treating their pick as the film's ultimate winner.

    Runner-up · Luke Wilson
    Episode
  209. DeclaredJan 5, 2021 · ~1:28:00
    Bridesmaids · 2011Melissa McCarthy

    They closed by agreeing McCarthy won the movie because her breakout performance turned her into a star, even though Wiig was the lead and co-writer.

    Runner-up · Kristen Wiig
    Episode
  210. Apparent consensusDec 15, 2020 · ~1:36:00
    Country Strong · 2010Gwyneth Paltrow

    The room initially lands on Gwyneth, with Bill offering Garrett Hedlund as a strong alternate winner because of the career-boosting potential of the role.

    Runner-up · Garrett Hedlund
    Episode
  211. DeclaredDec 1, 2020 · ~1:44:00
    Wall Street · 1987Michael Douglas

    They agree Douglas won the movie, with Stone as a credible alternate winner for making the film and defining the era.

    Runner-up · Oliver Stone
    Episode
  212. DeclaredNov 24, 2020 · ~1:28:00
    8MM · 1999Joaquin Phoenix

    They agree Phoenix wins the movie because Max California gives it energy and makes the whole thing pop.

    Runner-up · Machine
    Episode
  213. DeclaredNov 10, 2020 · ~1:28:00
    Toy Story · 1995Woody

    All three hosts agree Woody is the character whose choices and growth define the movie most.

    Runner-up · Buzz Lightyear
    Episode
  214. Apparent consensusNov 3, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    The American President · 1995Aaron Sorkin

    The hosts disagree at first, but ultimately settle on Sorkin as the biggest winner because the film established him as a major screenwriter.

    Runner-up · Annette Bening
    Episode
  215. DeclaredOct 29, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    The Exorcist · 1973William Friedkin

    They finish by saying Friedkin won the movie, with the film’s success defining his career peak even if it also complicated his later reputation.

    Episode
  216. Apparent consensusOct 27, 2020 · ~56:00
    Rocky IV · 1985Ivan Drago / Dolph Lundgren

    They conclude Lundgren's Drago is the film's biggest winner, with one joking aside that America might have won instead.

    Runner-up · America
    Episode
  217. DeclaredOct 20, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Spotlight · 2015Michael Keaton

    Bill, Chris, and Craig all ultimately picked Keaton as the movie's winner despite praising Ruffalo's performance.

    Runner-up · Mark Ruffalo
    Episode
  218. DeclaredOct 13, 2020 · ~1:28:00
    The Martian · 2015Sean Bean

    Sean Bean is named the winner of the movie because of how much his character drives the NASA side of the story, though Damon is also praised heavily.

    Runner-up · Matt Damon
    Episode
  219. Apparent consensusOct 6, 2020 · ~1:36:00
    Kicking and Screaming · 1995Noah Baumbach

    The hosts end by agreeing that Noah Baumbach is the movie’s overall winner for making such a sharp debut at 25.

    Runner-up · Chris Eigeman
    Episode
  220. DeclaredSep 29, 2020 · ~1:04:00
    The Game · 1997Sean Penn

    The hosts ultimately choose Sean Penn as the winner because his part is the most essential and electric piece of the movie.

    Runner-up · Michael Douglas
    Episode
  221. DeclaredSep 22, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Se7en · 1995David Fincher

    They ultimately agree Fincher is the winner, while also noting Freeman’s performance as a strong secondary case.

    Runner-up · Morgan Freeman
    Episode
  222. DeclaredSep 17, 2020 · ~1:44:00
    Easy A · 2010Emma Stone

    They closed by declaring Emma Stone the clear winner and the cornerstone of the film’s success.

    Episode
  223. DeclaredSep 15, 2020 · ~1:04:00
    Unfaithful · 2002Diane Lane

    They closed by saying Diane Lane won the movie and their hearts.

    Episode
  224. DeclaredSep 8, 2020 · ~1:12:00
    The Usual Suspects · 1995Christopher McQuarrie

    They close by giving the movie to Christopher McQuarrie for the screenplay and its lasting impact, while noting Spacey was the original 1995 answer.

    Runner-up · Kevin Spacey
    Episode
  225. DeclaredSep 3, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Dangerous Minds · 1995Raul

    They conclude Raul won the movie because he carries the emotional arc and most of the best moments.

    Runner-up · Michelle Pfeiffer
    Episode
  226. DeclaredSep 1, 2020 · ~1:12:00
    Cocktail · 1988Tom Cruise

    They explicitly named Tom Cruise as the movie's winner, while giving Coughlin a strong honorable mention.

    Runner-up · Coughlin
    Episode
  227. DeclaredAug 25, 2020 · ~1:12:00
    The 40-Year-Old Virgin · 2005judd apatow

    They close by agreeing that Judd Apatow won the movie through the film’s success and its launch of his comedy era.

    Episode
  228. DeclaredAug 20, 2020 · ~1:28:00
    Pump Up the Volume · 1990Samantha Mathis as Nora De Niro

    Bill and Andy both ultimately picked Samantha Mathis/Nora De Niro as the movie’s winner over Christian Slater.

    Runner-up · Christian Slater
    Episode
  229. DeclaredAug 13, 2020 · ~1:28:00
    Bad Boys · 1995Will Smith

    They agree Will Smith won the movie overall because it launched him into true movie-star status.

    Runner-up · Martin Lawrence
    Episode
  230. DeclaredAug 4, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    The Sandlot · 1993Ham Porter

    After some discussion, Craig and Bill both land on Ham as the movie's winner, overtaking the usual Benny-the-Jet instinct.

    Runner-up · Benny the Jet
    Episode
  231. DeclaredJul 28, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Ghost · 1990Whoopi Goldberg

    The final consensus is Whoopi Goldberg, with Swayze also getting strong support for anchoring the whole movie.

    Runner-up · Patrick Swayze
    Episode
  232. DeclaredJul 21, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    The Conjuring · 2013Lily Taylor

    Bill and Chris land on Lily Taylor, while Sean goes with Vera Farmiga, making it a split decision.

    Runner-up · Vera Farmiga
    Episode
  233. DeclaredJul 16, 2020 · ~1:44:00
    25th Hour · 2002Spike Lee

    They ultimately give the movie to Spike Lee for his restrained but powerful directing job, with Prieto and Terence Blanchard also praised.

    Runner-up · Rodrigo Prieto
    Episode
  234. DeclaredJul 14, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Stand By Me · 1986River Phoenix

    They ultimately give the movie to River Phoenix, while acknowledging Reiner’s case through Castle Rock’s later success.

    Runner-up · Rob Reiner
    Episode
  235. DeclaredJul 9, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Swingers · 1996Jon Favreau

    They end by choosing Favreau as the ultimate winner because the film launched his career and set up his long-term Hollywood rise.

    Runner-up · Vince Vaughn
    Episode
  236. DeclaredJul 7, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    St. Elmo's Fire · 1985Demi Moore and Rob Lowe

    They end by naming Demi Moore and Rob Lowe as co-winners, with Judd Nelson close behind.

    Runner-up · Judd Nelson
    Episode
  237. DeclaredJul 2, 2020 · ~1:04:00
    The Perfect Storm · 2000Mark Wahlberg

    Bill gives the movie to Mark Wahlberg, while Chris gives it to Wolfgang Petersen for directing the set pieces and pacing.

    Runner-up · Wolfgang Petersen
    Episode
  238. DeclaredJun 16, 2020 · ~1:12:00
    Fletch · 1985Chevy Chase

    They directly name Chevy Chase as the clear winner, with Dana Wheeler-Nicholson discussed as the runner-up.

    Runner-up · Dana Wheeler-Nicholson
    Episode
  239. DeclaredJun 10, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Say Anything · 1989Cameron Crowe

    The hosts mostly give the victory to Cameron Crowe for launching the film and shaping the genre, with Cusack and Peter Gabriel also mentioned as worthy contenders.

    Runner-up · John Cusack
    Episode
  240. DeclaredMay 26, 2020 · ~2:00:00
    Boomerang · 1992Halle Berry

    Van picks Halle Berry, Wesley picks Eddie Murphy, and the discussion frames Halle as the movie’s biggest overall beneficiary.

    Runner-up · Eddie Murphy
    Episode
  241. DeclaredMay 21, 2020 · ~1:28:00
    Armageddon · 1998Billy Bob Thornton

    At the end, Billy Bob Thornton is declared the overall winner of the movie by the room, with a dissenting homer pick for Will Patton.

    Runner-up · Will Patton
    Episode
  242. DeclaredMay 19, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Back to the Future · 1985Michael J. Fox

    In the closing winner discussion, the hosts pick Michael J. Fox as the person who won the movie because the replacement casting made the film work.

    Runner-up · Robert Zemeckis
    Episode
  243. DeclaredMay 14, 2020 · ~1:36:00
    Draft Day · 2014Kevin Costner

    They close by saying Costner clearly wins the movie because the whole thing works on his charisma.

    Episode
  244. DeclaredMay 12, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Crimson Tide · 1995Denzel Washington

    The room settled on Denzel Washington as the film’s winner for establishing himself as a major movie star.

    Runner-up · Gene Hackman
    Episode
  245. DeclaredMay 7, 2020 · ~1:12:00
    Groundhog Day · 1993Bill Murray

    They explicitly name Bill Murray as the winner of the movie and the key reason it works.

    Episode
  246. DeclaredApr 29, 2020 · ~1:12:00
    Escape From New York · 1981Kurt Russell

    Kurt Russell is named the overall winner of the movie, with Romero and Carpenter also getting honorable mention praise.

    Runner-up · Romero
    Episode
  247. DeclaredApr 23, 2020 · ~48:00
    Ronin · 1998John Frankenheimer

    They land on Frankenheimer as the winner, with Mamet and De Niro discussed as alternatives but not the final choice.

    Runner-up · David Mamet
    Episode
  248. DeclaredApr 21, 2020 · ~1:36:00
    Ferris Bueller's Day Off · 1986John Hughes

    They conclude that Hughes is the real winner because the film crystallizes him as the defining 1980s writer-director, with Broderick close behind.

    Runner-up · Matthew Broderick
    Episode
  249. DeclaredApr 16, 2020 · ~1:36:00
    Love and Basketball · 2000Sanaa Lathan

    They explicitly agree that Sanaa Lathan won the movie because her performance captures the film’s central emotional and thematic weight.

    Episode
  250. DeclaredApr 14, 2020 · ~1:52:00
    Basic Instinct · 1992Sharon Stone

    Everyone explicitly agrees that Sharon Stone won the movie.

    Episode
  251. DeclaredApr 9, 2020 · ~1:04:00
    Enemy of the State · 1998Gene Hackman

    They agree Hackman wins the movie, while Bonet is treated as the biggest overall scene-stealer.

    Runner-up · Lisa Bonet
    Episode
  252. DeclaredApr 7, 2020 · ~1:28:00
    Total Recall · 1990Arnold Schwarzenegger

    They end by crediting Arnold for the movie’s success, while also crediting Verhoeven for pulling off the film’s difficult execution.

    Runner-up · Paul Verhoeven
    Episode
  253. DeclaredApr 3, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Tommy Boy · 1995Chris Farley

    The episode closes by explicitly naming Chris Farley as the movie’s winner.

    Episode
  254. DeclaredMar 30, 2020 · ~1:36:00
    Furious 7 · 2015Paul Walker

    They end by agreeing that Paul Walker is the movie's winner.

    Episode
  255. DeclaredMar 26, 2020 · ~1:44:00
    The Karate Kid · 1984William Zabka

    After weighing Macchio, Morita, and Zabka, they decided Zabka's long-term staying power made him the winner.

    Runner-up · Ralph Macchio
    Episode
  256. Left openMar 23, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Edge of Tomorrow · 2014No clear winner recorded

    They debate Cruise, Blunt, and Liman, but never land on a clean final winner.

    Runner-up · Tom Cruise
    Episode
  257. DeclaredMar 19, 2020 · ~1:04:00
    Cast Away · 2000Tom Hanks

    He closes by saying Tom Hanks clearly won the movie.

    Episode
  258. DeclaredMar 5, 2020 · ~1:12:00
    Oceans 12 · 2004Soderbergh and Europe

    After some back and forth, they co-award the movie to Soderbergh and Europe rather than a single cast member.

    Runner-up · Brad Pitt or Matt Damon
    Episode
  259. DeclaredFeb 27, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Vision Quest · 1985Matthew Modine

    They split personal favorites, but the room settles on Matthew Modine as the movie's winner for carrying the lead role.

    Runner-up · Lori Singer
    Episode
  260. DeclaredFeb 19, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Higher Learning · 1995Ice Cube

    They agree Ice Cube gets the win because his character is the most resolved and memorable by the end.

    Runner-up · John Singleton
    Episode
  261. DeclaredFeb 6, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood · 2019Brad Pitt

    They split between Pitt, DiCaprio, and Tarantino, but the room ultimately gave the win to Brad Pitt.

    Runner-up · Leonardo DiCaprio
    Episode
  262. DeclaredJan 9, 2020 · ~1:20:00
    Unstoppable · 2010Tony Scott

    They first agree Tony Scott won the movie, then Quentin makes a case that the train itself also deserves the win.

    Runner-up · the train
    Episode
  263. DeclaredDec 20, 2019 · ~1:36:00
    Dunkirk · 2017Christopher Nolan

    They agree the movie belongs to Christopher Nolan even while noting several strong secondary winners.

    Episode
  264. DeclaredDec 10, 2019 · ~1:36:00
    Happy Gilmore · 1996Adam Sandler

    The room agreed that Adam Sandler was the overall winner, with Carl Weathers mentioned as another major beneficiary.

    Runner-up · Carl Weathers
    Episode
  265. DeclaredNov 20, 2019 · ~1:00:00
    Skyfall · 2012James Bond / the franchise

    After debating Mendes, Bardem, and the Broccoli family, they agree the franchise and Bond himself are the ultimate winners.

    Runner-up · Sam Mendes
    Episode
  266. DeclaredNov 13, 2019 · ~1:12:00
    The Holiday · 2006jude-law

    At the end, they explicitly named Jude Law as the movie's winner.

    Episode
  267. DeclaredOct 14, 2019 · ~1:28:00
    Den of Thieves · 2018Pablo Schreiber

    After debating Butler versus Schreiber, they land on Schreiber as the film’s winner.

    Runner-up · Gerard Butler
    Episode
  268. DeclaredOct 11, 2019 · ~56:00
    Mr. Mom · 1983Michael Keaton

    They agree Michael Keaton wins because he makes the premise charming and likable.

    Episode
  269. DeclaredOct 7, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Remember The Titans · 2000progress

    They conclude that progress won the movie, with Obama cited as the broader cultural beneficiary.

    Runner-up · President Obama
    Episode
  270. DeclaredSep 25, 2019 · ~1:44:00
    The Shawshank Redemption · 1994Morgan Freeman

    They close by naming Morgan Freeman as the film's winner, with Robbins acknowledged as a strong co-lead.

    Runner-up · Tim Robbins
    Episode
  271. DeclaredSep 16, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Beverly Hills Cop · 1984Eddie Murphy

    They close by naming Eddie Murphy the clear winner of the movie.

    Runner-up · Lisa Eilbacher
    Episode
  272. DeclaredSep 1, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid · 1969William Goldman

    They agree that Goldman won the movie because the script became a landmark success and transformed his career.

    Runner-up · null
    Episode
  273. DeclaredAug 26, 2019 · ~1:36:00
    Do The Right Thing · 1989Spike Lee

    They agree Spike Lee won because the film made his career and stands as one of the greatest American movies.

    Episode
  274. DeclaredAug 20, 2019 · ~1:28:00
    Fatal Attraction · 1987Glenn Close

    At the end, they agree that Glenn Close won the movie.

    Episode
  275. DeclaredAug 13, 2019 · ~1:28:00
    Gone Girl · 2014Rosamund Pike

    They initially land on Rosamund Pike, then both shift to Fincher after discussing the movie's Hitchcock lineage and craft.

    Runner-up · David Fincher
    Episode
  276. DeclaredAug 8, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Bloodsport · 1988Chong Li

    They explicitly crown Chong Li as the movie's winner because the character is so memorable and iconic.

    Runner-up · none
    Episode
  277. DeclaredAug 6, 2019 · ~1:12:00
    Collateral · 2004Tom Cruise

    Bill explicitly picks Cruise as the winner, with Foxx acknowledged as a strong second choice.

    Runner-up · Jamie Foxx
    Episode
  278. DeclaredAug 1, 2019 · ~1:22:00
    The Town · 2010Jeremy Renner

    They end by agreeing that Jeremy Renner won the movie, with Affleck's directing also credited for the overall success.

    Runner-up · Ben Affleck
    Episode
  279. DeclaredJul 25, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Reservoir Dogs · 1992Quentin Tarantino

    Tarantino is the clear winner for turning the debut into a major career-launching success, with Roth noted as a favorite performance runner-up.

    Runner-up · Tim Roth
    Episode
  280. DeclaredJul 23, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Top Gun · 1986Tom Cruise

    They clearly agree that Tom Cruise wins the movie.

    Episode
  281. DeclaredJul 15, 2019 · ~1:09:00
    Inglourious Basterds · 2009quentin tarantino

    The hosts explicitly conclude that Tarantino wins the movie, while also crediting Waltz as the performance that made it work.

    Runner-up · christoph waltz
    Episode
  282. Left openJul 8, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    When Harry Met Sally... · 1989No clear winner recorded

    The group debates Billy Crystal versus Nora Ephron and revisits Meg Ryan's importance, but the conversation ends without a clean unanimous winner.

    Runner-up · Billy Crystal
    Episode
  283. DeclaredJul 3, 2019 · ~1:12:00
    No Country for Old Men · 2007Tommy Lee Jones

    The final consensus lands on Tommy Lee Jones as the movie’s winner because his character gives the film its soul and emotional frame.

    Runner-up · Anton Chigurh
    Episode
  284. DeclaredJun 24, 2019 · ~1:12:00
    The Notebook · 2004Rachel McAdams

    Rachel McAdams is the final pick, though Ryan Gosling gets a strong case for the relationship dynamics and dialogue.

    Runner-up · Ryan Gosling
    Episode
  285. DeclaredJun 11, 2019 · ~1:22:00
    Dead Poets Society · 1989Robin Williams

    They directly agree that Robin Williams wins the movie, with some support for Robert Sean Leonard as a secondary choice.

    Runner-up · Robert Sean Leonard
    Episode
  286. DeclaredMay 31, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Fast Five · 2011The Rock

    They conclude that The Rock won the movie because this role launched him into the version of his career he has now.

    Episode
  287. DeclaredMay 26, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    The Hangover · 2009zach galifianakis

    They ultimately pick Galifianakis as the movie's winner because he became the breakout star and still dominates the comedy.

    Runner-up · bradley cooper
    Episode
  288. DeclaredMay 13, 2019 · ~56:00
    John Wick: Chapter 2 · 2017Common

    They agree Common has the biggest non-Keanu boost because Cassian feels iconic and worthy of Wick.

    Episode
  289. DeclaredApr 29, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Mean Girls · 2004Rachel McAdams

    The final consensus leaned to Rachel McAdams because the role launched her career and created an all-time character, even though Lohan was at her peak.

    Runner-up · Lindsay Lohan
    Episode
  290. DeclaredApr 10, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    Major League · 1989Charlie Sheen

    They finish by arguing over the best performer and ultimately split, with Charlie Sheen winning the host’s vote and Wesley Snipes taking the guest’s.

    Runner-up · Wesley Snipes
    Episode
  291. DeclaredMar 18, 2019 · ~1:44:00
    The Natural · 1984Robert Redford

    They explicitly choose Robert Redford as the winner of the movie, with a brief nod that Brimley's chest hair could be argued as a joke alternative.

    Runner-up · Wilford Brimley's chest hair
    Episode
  292. DeclaredMar 4, 2019 · ~1:00:00
    Forgetting Sarah Marshall · 2008Jason Segel

    They ultimately give the movie to Segel because he wrote and stars in it, though Kunis gets a strong shout as the breakout.

    Runner-up · Mila Kunis
    Episode
  293. DeclaredFeb 26, 2019 · ~1:28:00
    Reality Bites · 1994Winona Ryder

    After revisiting the question at the end, they stick with Winona Ryder as the person who won the movie.

    Runner-up · Ethan Hawke
    Episode
  294. DeclaredFeb 18, 2019 · ~1:04:00
    Dave · 1993Kevin Kline

    Kevin Kline is named the winner of the movie, with Ving Rhames getting a shoutout.

    Runner-up · Ving Rhames
    Episode
  295. DeclaredFeb 11, 2019 · ~1:20:00
    A Star Is Born · 2018Bradley Cooper

    They choose Cooper for directing, starring, and conceiving the film, with Gaga acknowledged as also hugely important to its success.

    Runner-up · Lady Gaga
    Episode
  296. DeclaredFeb 4, 2019 · ~1:04:00
    The Warriors · 1979New York

    Bill ultimately votes for New York, citing the rain-soaked city photography and the movie’s city-as-character feel.

    Runner-up · Walter Hill
    Episode
  297. DeclaredJan 21, 2019 · ~1:12:00
    The Fast and the Furious · 2001Vin Diesel

    After debating Brian versus Dom, they ultimately land on Vin Diesel as the movie's winner.

    Runner-up · Paul Walker
    Episode
  298. DeclaredJan 7, 2019 · ~1:36:00
    The Godfather · 1972Francis Ford Coppola

    They debate several candidates, but Coppola gets the final consensus as the primary winner of the movie.

    Runner-up · Al Pacino
    Episode
  299. DeclaredDec 24, 2018 · ~1:12:00
    Tombstone · 1993Val Kilmer

    After weighing the behind-the-scenes story against the on-screen performance, they settle on Val Kilmer as the movie's winner.

    Runner-up · Kurt Russell
    Episode
  300. DeclaredDec 11, 2018 · ~1:28:00
    The Firm · 1993Dave Grusin's score

    They land on Dave Grusin's score as the thing that most wins the movie, since it most strongly gives the film its lasting identity.

    Runner-up · Wilford Brimley
    Episode
  301. DeclaredNov 8, 2018 · ~1:20:00
    All the Presidents Men · 1976Jason Robards

    They explicitly choose Jason Robards as the movie’s winner over Redford and Hoffman.

    Runner-up · Robert Redford
    Episode
  302. Apparent consensusOct 2, 2018 · ~1:04:00
    Dazed and Confused · 1993Richard Linklater

    They debate McConaughey versus Linklater, but conclude the movie is best credited to Linklater because it launched his career and is the film’s overall masterpiece.

    Runner-up · Matthew McConaughey
    Episode
  303. DeclaredSep 20, 2018 · ~1:28:00
    True Romance · 1993Quentin Tarantino

    They ultimately agree that Tarantino won because the movie cemented his voice and set up the next phase of his career.

    Runner-up · Tony Scott
    Episode
  304. DeclaredSep 11, 2018 · ~1:28:00
    Rounders · 1998John Malkovich

    They end by choosing Malkovich as the movie’s winner, though Damon gets a serious counter-case.

    Runner-up · Matt Damon
    Episode
  305. DeclaredSep 3, 2018 · ~1:04:00
    Taken · 2008Liam Neeson

    They explicitly say Liam Neeson wins the movie and even the broader action-movie moment around it.

    Episode
  306. DeclaredAug 16, 2018 · ~1:12:00
    Wedding Crashers · 2005Vince Vaughn

    They close by saying Vince Vaughn is the overall winner of the movie because his performance is the peak of the film.

    Runner-up · Will Ferrell
    Episode
  307. DeclaredAug 9, 2018 · ~1:20:00
    My Best Friends Wedding · 1997Julia Roberts

    Bill ultimately gives the movie to Julia Roberts, while acknowledging Rupert Everett's scene-stealing performance and Cameron Diaz's strong showing.

    Runner-up · Rupert Everett
    Episode
  308. DeclaredAug 1, 2018 · ~1:20:00
    Die Hard · 1988Bruce Willis

    In the final judgment, the room names Bruce Willis as the winner, with Rickman and McTiernan also argued as possible answers.

    Runner-up · Alan Rickman
    Episode
  309. DeclaredJul 26, 2018 · ~56:00
    Mission: Impossible · 1996Cruise

    They conclude Tom Cruise won the movie because Ethan Hunt carries the whole enterprise.

    Episode
  310. DeclaredJul 13, 2018 · ~56:00
    Step Brothers · 2008Adam McKay

    After debating Ferrell versus Reilly, they settle on Adam McKay as the overall winner because his direction makes the movie work.

    Runner-up · John C. Reilly
    Episode
  311. DeclaredJul 4, 2018 · ~1:28:00
    Jaws · 1975Steven Spielberg

    After considering the whole field, they agree Spielberg won the movie, with Shaw singled out as the strongest alternate case.

    Runner-up · Robert Shaw as Quint
    Episode
  312. DeclaredJun 21, 2018 · ~1:04:00
    Forrest Gump · 1994Tom Hanks

    They conclude Tom Hanks won the movie because he carries nearly every major challenge of the performance and the film.

    Episode
  313. DeclaredJun 14, 2018 · ~1:04:00
    Jurassic Park · 1993Tyrannosaurus rex

    The final consensus is that the T-Rex wins the movie, with Goldblum and Spielberg discussed but not chosen.

    Runner-up · Jeff Goldblum
    Episode
  314. DeclaredMay 24, 2018 · ~1:08:00
    The Social Network · 2010Aaron Sorkin

    The final winner of the movie is Sorkin, with the hosts crediting the script, dialogue structure, and its synergy with editing and score.

    Runner-up · David Fincher
    Episode
  315. Left openApr 11, 2018 · ~40:00
    The Princess Bride · 1987No clear winner recorded

    One host picks Wallace Shawn while the other picks Andre the Giant, so there is no shared winner.

    Runner-up · Andre the Giant
    Episode
  316. Apparent consensusMar 22, 2018 · ~1:04:00
    Inception · 2010Christopher Nolan

    Sean argued the movie was a huge win for Nolan, while Andrew made the case for Tom Hardy.

    Runner-up · Tom Hardy
    Episode
  317. DeclaredMar 9, 2018 · ~1:04:00
    The Big Lebowski · 1998John Goodman

    In the final winner discussion, they split briefly among the leads before settling on John Goodman as the movie's winner.

    Runner-up · Jeff Bridges
    Episode
  318. DeclaredFeb 27, 2018 · ~1:20:00
    Get Out · 2017Jordan Peele

    They explicitly choose Jordan Peele as the overall winner of the movie.

    Runner-up · Betty Gabriel
    Episode
  319. DeclaredFeb 7, 2018 · ~1:04:00
    Miami Vice · 2006Colin Farrell

    They close by giving the movie to Farrell, saying his performance is the thing they associate most strongly with the film.

    Runner-up · Michael Mann
    Episode
  320. DeclaredFeb 3, 2018 · ~48:00
    Varsity Blues · 1999James Van Der Beek

    The panel explicitly agrees that James Van Der Beek won the movie.

    Runner-up · Billy Bob
    Episode
  321. DeclaredJan 9, 2018 · ~40:00
    10 Things I Hate About You · 1999Heath Ledger

    They explicitly agree that Heath Ledger wins the movie.

    Episode
  322. DeclaredDec 14, 2017 · ~56:00
    Zodiac · 2007David Fincher

    They ultimately give the movie to Fincher for the depth of scholarship and control on display.

    Runner-up · Robert Downey Jr.
    Episode
  323. DeclaredDec 7, 2017 · ~48:00
    48 Hrs. · 1982Eddie Murphy

    They agree that Eddie Murphy is the clear winner of the movie over Nick Nolte and Walter Hill.

    Runner-up · Nick Nolte
    Episode
  324. DeclaredNov 30, 2017 · ~56:00
    Friday · 1995Chris Tucker

    The episode ends with an explicit consensus that Chris Tucker won the movie.

    Episode
  325. DeclaredNov 16, 2017 · ~1:12:00
    The Dark Knight · 2008Heath Ledger

    The episode closes by stating that Heath Ledger clearly won the movie.

    Episode
  326. DeclaredOct 12, 2017 · ~1:12:00
    Scream · 1996Matthew Lillard

    After some back-and-forth, they choose Matthew Lillard as the film’s winner.

    Runner-up · the horror genre
    Episode
  327. DeclaredOct 5, 2017 · ~40:00
    Clueless · 1995alicia silverstone

    Alicia Silverstone is named the clear winner of the movie.

    Episode
  328. Left openSep 28, 2017 · ~56:00
    Titanic · 1997No clear winner recorded

    They debate Kate Winslet versus Leonardo DiCaprio, but the conversation never lands on a firm final consensus before moving on.

    Runner-up · Leonardo DiCaprio
    Episode
  329. Apparent consensusSep 21, 2017 · ~56:00
    Speed · 1994Sandra Bullock

    Sandra Bullock gets three voices in her corner, while Keanu Reeves gets one firm vote.

    Runner-up · Keanu Reeves
    Episode
  330. DeclaredSep 14, 2017 · ~56:00
    The Silence of the Lambs · 1991Jonathan Demme

    When asked to choose the movie’s winner, they explicitly settle on Jonathan Demme.

    Runner-up · Anthony Hopkins
    Episode
  331. DeclaredAug 17, 2017 · ~48:00
    The Departed · 2006Leo

    They agree that Leonardo DiCaprio won the movie, with Matt Damon as the main alternative if needed.

    Runner-up · Matt Damon
    Episode
  332. DeclaredAug 10, 2017 · ~56:00
    A Few Good Men · 1992Tom Cruise

    They initially agree Tom Cruise won the movie, with Nicholson getting the main counterargument.

    Runner-up · Jack Nicholson
    Episode