Episodes 95
Avg. Duration 37m
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Since Sep 2022
Latest Episode Jun 2025

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Melissa grew up in a house without cable TV or a VCR. Her husband Nick didn't. In order to cure her perpetual film lag and missing pop culture references, they will watch and chat about all the films she missed over the years. Join us and see the movies of yesterday through fresh eyes.

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S1E95 E95: Pretty in Pink

Jun 13, 2025 1h 7m

In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Chris to the 1986 classic Pretty in Pink, starring Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer, and Andrew McCarthy. As a first-time viewer, Chris dives into the heart of…

S1E94 E94: The Indian in The Cupboard

May 30, 2025 44m

In this Film Lag episode, Nick introduces Melissa to The Indian in the Cupboard—the 1995 fantasy film starring Hal Scardino and Litefoot. As Melissa experiences the movie for the first time, they…

S1E93 E93: Real Genius

Apr 24, 2025 1h 3m

In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Chris to the 1985 cult classic Real Genius, starring Val Kilmer. As Chris experiences this sharp, nerdy comedy for the first time, the duo dives into the…

S1E89 E92: Twisters

Apr 04, 2025 45m

In this episode of Film Lag, Nick takes Melissa on a whirlwind journey through the plot of Twisters (2024), the standalone sequel to the 1996 classic Twister. Melissa doesn’t have time to watch the…

S1E91 E91: Highlander

Mar 14, 2025 59m

In this electrifying episode of *Film Lag*, Nick introduces Chris to the cult classic *Highlander* (1986), featuring the legendary Sean Connery. As Chris experiences the film for the very first time,…

S1E90 E90: Explorers

Mar 02, 2025 35m

Nick introduces Melissa to the 80s sci-fi adventure Explorers, starring young Ethan Hawke & River Phoenix. Tune in as they discuss: 1️⃣ The magical wonder of building a spaceship in your backyard…

S1E89 E89: Invasion U.S.A.

Feb 15, 2025 54m

In this action-packed episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces invading guest Chris to the explosive world of Invasion U.S.A., starring Chuck Norris. Join them as they delve into the high-octane and…

S1E88 E88: Cool Runnings

Jan 31, 2025 35m

In this episode of Film Lag, Nick introduces Melissa to the heartwarming and hilarious world of "Cool Runnings," starring John Candy. Join them as they slide into the inspiring true* story of the…

S1E87 E87: Live Free or Die Hard

Dec 27, 2024 38m

It just isn’t Christmas without Die Hard. In this action-packed episode of Film Lag, Nick and Melissa jump back into the world of John McClane with Live Free or Die Hard. As a die hard fan of the…

S1E86 E86: October Sky

Nov 28, 2024 38m

Well... It's been awhile since our last episode... and that's because sometimes we need our space... And boy-howdy do we get some in 1999's October Sky! Join us as we welcome special guest Allen, who…

S1E85 E85: Frankenstein

Oct 17, 2024 36m

In this electrifying episode, Nick introduces Melissa to the hair-raising 1931 classic 'Frankenstein'. They'll dissect the chilling performance that turned Boris Karloff into a horror legend, unravel…

S1E84 E84: Marathon Man

Sep 13, 2024 38m

This week on Film Lag, Nick & Melissa are introduced to the heart-pounding thriller 'Marathon Man', where Dustin Hoffman's running skills are put to the test against a backdrop of espionage and…

S1E83 E83: The Running Man

Sep 05, 2024 36m

This week’s episode finds us sprinting into the dystopian world of The Running Man to unpack the adrenaline-pumping action of this 80s classic. Can we survive tackling the film's portrayal of a…

S1E82 E82: The Golden Child

Aug 15, 2024 43m

This year’s summer break episode features a special guest star who’s back for more: Matt! Our gracious host selected the ‘86 Eddie Murphy flick The Golden Child and joined us to discuss the…

S1E81 E81: National Lampoon's Vacation

Jul 25, 2024 32m

Summer road trip? Check. Quality family time? Check. Slapstick shenanigans at every turn? Check. This week we tag along for the ride with Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo, and the whole Griswold clan in…

S1E80 E80: St. Elmo's Fire

Jul 11, 2024 32m

Cue the epic saxophone and put on your best 80s blazer because this week we are watching St. Elmo’s Fire. With a dreamy brat pack cast and catchy theme song, this film covers an often-overlooked time…

S1E79 E79: Independence Day (4:3 Edition)

Jul 04, 2024 35m

It’s that special time of year again, where we celebrate and salute the best parts of America by watching the 1996 smash hit Independence Day. Surely this was good ol’ Uncle Sam’s favorite flick!…

S1E78 E78: The Black Hole

Jun 21, 2024 37m

This week Melissa gets stuck in the inescapable gravity of 1979’s The Black Hole. Join us as we navigate spacial anomalies, mad scientists, questionable outfits, and unexpected guest stars. Let’s get…

Every Which Way But Loose

Jun 14, 2024 35m

Clint Eastwood, a biker and an orangutan walk into a honky-tonk bar. Maybe that sounds like a joke, but it’s the absurd plot of this week’s film: Every Which Way But Loose. Was this a comedy or an…

Around The World in 80 Days

Jun 06, 2024 38m

In anticipation of epic summer trips, Nick and Melissa booked a ticket for the grandest trip of them all: 1965’s Around The World in 80 Days. Based upon the classic Jules Verne novel, the story finds…

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