The Movie Showdown with Rock & Rob

Rock & Rob pack up their video games and head for the ski slopes to debate whether Out Cold (2001) or Grandma’s Boy (2006) is king of the mountain. Find out which cult classic gets the high score as they are put through seven rounds of questions while Rock & Rob discuss important topics such as internet chatrooms; if video game tester or ski instructor is a better job; and if 'Anytime' by Eve 6 is the best opening song ever in a movie.

It’s Valentine’s Day so Rock & Rob thought it would be a great time to bring some love to the show by passionately discussing The Notebook (2004) and A Walk To Remember (2002). See which Nicholas Sparks adaption will win their hearts as they get courted through seven rounds of questions such as ‘better moments’, ‘better soundtrack’ and ‘which movie ending made you feel more emotionally’. They are joined by a very special guest judge and sparks are flying so listen in while they talk about Valentine’s Day TV episodes, why Ryan Gosling can get away with doing almost anything and much more.

Rock & Rob enter the danger zone by getting in the ring and battling Rocky IV (1985) and Top Gun (1986) to see which movie can buzz the tower. These 80s box office blockbusters are put through seven rounds of questions to see which is left standing with their arm raised while Rock & Rob also break down less important things such as Drago’s legal issues, weird movie kissing and of course...SHIRTLESS BEACH VOLLEYBALL! This episode feels the need...the need for speed! (Insert weird Maverick and Goose high five gif here.)

It’s Stallone week! Rock and Rob take a trip to the 80s to determine whether the one liner filled action classic Cobra (1986) or the ridiculously premised but uplifting arm wrestling movie Over the Top (1987) takes the underappreciated title. Listen in as they battle these two classics through seven rounds of questions and discuss the important things like underground arm wrestling at diners, last name changes mid movie and…Stallone’s pizza eating?!?!

Rock and Rob start the new year off by talking about some of their favorite, least favorite and surprising movies, TV shows and books they consumed in 2023. They are then joined by a very special EXPERT guest before discussing which movies they are most anticipating in 2024 and some potential episode ideas for the upcoming year.

Rock and Rob take a break from battling underappreciated movies to match up two Christmas classics, Home Alone (1990) and National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989). Find out which one of these movies will make the nice list as they are put through seven rounds of questions such as ‘better cast’, ‘better sledding scene’, and ‘which movie had the most iconic moment.’ Have the hap hap happiest Christmas ya filthy animals!

It’s the holiday season so Rock & Rob thought it would be a terrific idea to spike the eggnog and decide whether Four Christmases (2008) or Fred Claus (2007) wins the Vince Vaughn Christmas movie showdown. Hop aboard the sleigh (or bounce into the jump jump) as they debate these movies through seven rounds of questions such as ‘better cast’, ‘bigger plot holes’ and ‘which movie used Christmas music the best.’

Rock and Rob are joined by Jonny from 90s.Era.Nostalgia for a spoof showdown between two of the best modern parody movies, Scary Movie (2000) and Not Another Teen Movie (2001). They each present their case to Judge Jonny through seven rounds of questions including ‘better lines’, ‘most cringey’ and ‘better parodied scene’ to see which movie emerges as the superior spoof. Listen in as we debate that and more while hitting upon popular 90’s topics such as Jennifer Love Hewitt, Power Rangers and…Kazaam?!?!

In 1998 Hollywood released two movies with almost identical ‘a meteor is going to destroy the earth’ plots. 25 years later, Rock & Rob decide to end the debate once and for all and find out whether Armageddon (1998) or Deep Impact (1998) is the superior ‘do an outlandish thing to stop the disaster’ movie. Find out which film will blast off into space to save the day as they are put through seven rounds of questions such as ‘better title’, ‘bigger plot holes’ and ‘which movie had the better President?’

Rock & Rob wanted to honor Matthew Perry after his tragic passing on this week’s episode by facing off two great movies he starred in: The Whole Nine Yards (2000) and 17 Again (2009). While there is a winner in the end, there are no losers when discussing how fun these movies are and how underrated of an actor Perry was. Listen in and smile at the laughter Matthew Perry brought us all as the movies go through seven rounds of questions including ‘better lines’, ‘better trivia’ and ‘who would have made a better seventh member of the friends crew’.

Alex Rocklein and Rob Mansfield check the specs on the end line for the rotary girder while debating Tommy Boy (1995) and Black Sheep (1996). They put these Chris Farley classics through seven rounds of questions such as 'better quotes', 'better scenes' and 'better title' to see which film takes one small step for man, one giant...I HAVE A DREAM!

It’s the Halloween Episode! Alex Rocklein and Rob Mansfield try to put a spell on you as they conjure up arguments for Hocus Pocus (1993) and Jennifer’s Body (2009). How will each of these monstrous movies fare as they go through seven rounds of questions like 'better cast', 'better soundtrack/score' and 'which teenage boy was dumber.'

Alex Rocklein and Rob Mansfield throw on the pads to battle out Varsity Blues (1999) and The Replacements (2000). Find out which movie emerges victorious as they are put through seven rounds of questions such as 'better lines or moments', 'bigger plot holes' and 'which cast would win in a real football game.'

Alex Rocklein and Rob Mansfield frost themselves (?) as they fight over How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days (2003) and Sweet Home Alabama (2002). Which Rom-Com will earn their love as they debate seven rounds of questions including 'better cast', 'least cringey' and 'which couple would they prefer to double date with.'

Alex Rocklein and Rob Mansfield STEAL THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE - oh, that's been done? How about Rock & Rob argue whether National Treasure (2004) or Gone In 60 Seconds (2000) is the better heist movie as they work their way through seven rounds of questions such as 'better lines', 'better title' and 'better story'.

The Movie Showdown with Rock & Rob takes two underappreciated movies with similar themes and puts them through seven rounds of questions to see which one will emerge victorious! Get to know your cohosts Alex Rocklein and Rob Mansfield with this trailer for the show. New episodes each Wednesday!