Rotten Tomatoes Is Wrong (A Podcast from Rotten Tomatoes)

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Why do fans love some Rotten films and hate some Fresh ones? What did critics make of a cult classic before it earned its cult status? In this bi-weekly podcast, hosts Jacqueline Coley, Mark Ellis, and guests go deep and settle the score on some of the most beloved – and despised – movies and TV shows ever made, directly taking on the statement we hear from so many fans: “Rotten Tomatoes is wrong.”

  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    166: Series Finale

    The time has come for us at the 'Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong' podcast family to say, "so long, farewell."

    When this podcast premiered in September of 2020, we wanted to shed a light on some of the films that may have been maligned by critics at the time. We wanted to cover the movies that, after watching them, made us think, "That was awesome!" or "That was such a good movie!" only to see that said film had a Rotten rating on the Tomatometer.

    Inspired by our book, Rotten Movies We Love, we set out to defend audience favorites and cult classics such as 'Sister Act 2,' 'Hocus Pocus,' and 'The Mummy.'

    After four years of fighting the good fight, Mark and Jacqueline are joined by Producers Lucy Bruckner and Brian Perez, and Mr. "Two Minutes with Tim" himself, Tim Ryan, to look back at some of their favorite moments and guests over the years, talk about their favorite films we covered, and discuss which films we wish we had the chance to defend: 'Eddie and the Cruisers II,' anyone?

    This podcast would not have been possible without the fans. We are so appreciative of the community we created and the support we received from you each and every week.

    Thank you from everyone here at 'Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong,' and in case we don’t see you... good afternoon, good evening, and good night!

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    11 April 2024, 7:00 am
  • 54 minutes 15 seconds
    165: We're Wrong About... The Last Dragon (1985) with Brandon Collins

    Who am I?! Sho'nuff!

    It's time to look back at the baddest showdown between Bruce Leeroy and Sho'nuff, and harness the power of "The Glow!"

    That's right, we're revisiting the 1985 cult classic 'The Last Dragon' starring Taimak and Vanity to see if Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about its barely Fresh 61% Tomatometer score.

    Screenwriter and podcaster Brandon Collins joins Mark and Jacqueline to break down the delightful insanity that is 'The Last Dragon.'

    Have you seen this film? Was it a big influence on you growing up like it was for our panel? Let us know in the comments below!

    And tune in two weeks from now to hear our series finale as we say goodbye from 'Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong.'

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    28 March 2024, 7:00 am
  • 49 minutes 14 seconds
    164: We're Wrong About... Teen Witch (1989) with Heather Grace Hancock

    We're king and they know it! Can you top that?!

    It's time to step back into 1989 to revisit the magical story of Louise Miller becoming a witch on her 16th birthday in the cult classic 'Teen Witch.'

    Although 'Teen Witch' is Rotten at 43% on the Tomatometer, audiences have come to know and love this unintentionally hilarious fantasy film, given its 74% Audience Score.

    On today's show actor Heather Grace Hancock joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about 'Teen Witch!'

    Have you seen this film? Did it change your life and can you quote it endlessly like our guest? Let us know in the comments below!

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    14 March 2024, 7:00 am
  • 50 minutes 31 seconds
    163: We're Wrong About... Don't Worry Darling (2022) with Brian Perez

    No need to worry because this week the team at Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong looks back at the controversial psychological thriller, "Don't Worry Darling," which is Rotten at 38% on the Tomatometer.

    However with an Audience Score of 74%, uber fans of Harry Styles and/or Florence Pugh may have actually enjoyed the film.

    Producer Brian Perez joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about "Don't Worry Darling."

    Do you like this film? Do you feel like it got a bad rap based on the behind-the-scenes drama surrounding the production? Leave a comment below and let us know!

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    29 February 2024, 8:00 am
  • 53 minutes 35 seconds
    162: We're Wrong About... Jupiter Ascending (2015) with Claire Lim

    It's time to jump into your flying boots as we look back at the epic space opera 'Jupiter Ascending,' directed by The Wachowskis, and is Rotten with a dismal 28% on the Tomatometer.

    Guest Claire Lim joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about this incredibly ambitious interplanetary film, or if 'Jupiter Ascending' is a movie best left in our distant memories.

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    15 February 2024, 8:00 am
  • 52 minutes 56 seconds
    161: We're Wrong About... The King's Man (2021) with Simon Thompson

    With Matthew Vaughn's next movie 'Argylle' heading to theaters this weekend, we decided to look back at Vaughn's lowest-rated entry in the 'Kingsman' franchise, the 2021 prequel, 'The King's Man.'

    Were audience's reactions to 'The King's Man' negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and constant release date changes? Or was this prequel unnecessary to the overall series?

    Mark and Jacqueline are joined by journalist and producer Simon Thompson to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about 'The King's Man,' which is Rotten at 40% on the Tomatometer.

    Are you a fan of the 'Kingsman' franchise? Do you enjoy Matthew Vaughn's stylistic action thrillers? Let us know in the comments section!

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    1 February 2024, 8:00 am
  • 52 minutes 24 seconds
    160: We're Wrong About... 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016) with Candice Cruz

    Is Michael Bay one of the greatest action film directors of all time? His $7 billion+ box office take says 'possibly,' but his average Rotten Tomatoes score might say otherwise.

    On today's show, we're looking back at one of Bay's more 'serious' films, the historical action-war drama '13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi,' which is Rotten at 51% on the Tomatometer, but is a hit with fans, given its 82% Audience Score.

    Mark and Jacqueline are joined by actress and on-air host Candice Cruz to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about '13 Hours!'

    What is your favorite Michael Bay movie? Is it a 'Transformers' movie? Do you feel Bay is reviewed harshly by critics or are you not a fan?

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    18 January 2024, 8:00 am
  • 53 minutes 1 second
    159: We're Wrong About... New Year's Eve (2011) with Roxy Striar

    Happy New Year from everyone here at Rotten Tomatoes!

    What better way to start off 2024 than to revisit the aptly-titled Garry Marshall-directed "New Year's Eve" from 2011?

    The star-studded romantic comedy has a paltry 7% Rotten rating on the Tomatometer, although fans seem to love it a bit more, given its 45% Audience Score.

    With multiple Oscar-winners leading this cast, how could this movie have gotten such negative reviews? Where did this movie go wrong?!

    Actress and podcaster Roxy Striar joins Mark and Jacqueline to answer all these questions and more, all on today's show!

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    4 January 2024, 8:00 am
  • 49 minutes 49 seconds
    158: We're Wrong About... The Legend of Billie Jean (1985) with Emily V. Gordon

    It's finally time to say, "Fair is fair!"

    Producer and Academy Award-nominated writer Emily V. Gordon joins Mark and Jacqueline on today's show and brings in one of her all-time favorite films, the 1985 classic 'The Legend of Billie Jean,' to defend its honor against its wretched 39% Rotten rating on the Tomatometer.

    Set in Jacqueline's hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas, the film follows Helen Slater's Billie Jean as she fights wealthy bullies, saves abused children, and becomes an icon for the ages.

    Have you seen 'The Legend of Billie Jean?' Do you side more with its 75% Audience Score? Or is it a film best left to 1985?

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    21 December 2023, 5:00 am
  • 44 minutes 23 seconds
    157: We're Wrong About... The Family Man (2000) with Tony Baker

    What is Christmas time without a little schmaltz? On today's show, we dive deep into what the critics called a "very schmaltzy" Christmas classic, 'The Family Man.'

    This sappy film starring Nicolas Cage and Téa Leoni is currently Rotten at 54% on the Tomatometer, but it has a fresh 67% Audience Score.

    Actor and comedian Tony Baker joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about 'The Family Man' and also get into some of their personal favorite holiday classics.

    How do you feel about 'The Family Man' from 2000? Is it overly sentimental? Or is it an underrated Nicolas Cage gem?

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    7 December 2023, 8:00 am
  • 49 minutes 35 seconds
    156: We're Wrong About... Son-in-Law (1993) with Justine Marino

    It's time to munch on some grindage, buddies, and celebrate this delicious turkey holiday by looking back at when Carla Gugino brought home Pauly Shore for Thanksgiving in the 1993 comedy classic 'Son-in-Law!'

    'Son-in-Law' is Pauly Shore's highest rated movie on the Tomatometer at 32%, but our panel fervently disagrees with its abysmal rating as they can't get enough of Shore's 'Crawl.'

    Special guest and comedian Justine Marino joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong about the cultural phenomenon that was Pauly Shore in 'Son-in-Law.'

    What is your favorite Pauly Shore movie? Do you think 'Son-in-Law' deserves such a low rating? Or do you side more with the audience and its 59% rating?

    If you'd like to give your thoughts on this movie or have another movie you feel like Rotten Tomatoes got wrong, email us at [email protected].

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    22 November 2023, 8:00 am
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