Cult Classics Episodes

In our Species 1995 Movie Review, we drop you straight back into the chaotic brilliance of mid-90s cinema, where practical effects, erotic sci-fi horror and unapologetic B-grade madness collided to create something truly unfo...

Whitey and Dan are back in the saddle for another dive into Arnold Schwarzenegger's golden era with their The Running Man (1987) Review , a dystopian action flick that predicted the rise of reality TV and the cult of celebrit...

When the directors of Pulp Fiction and Desperado joined forces in 1996, nobody expected the chaos that followed. From Dusk Till Dawn is part crime thriller, part vampire splatterfest, and entirely unforgettable. This week, th...

Paul Verhoeven is officially a Born to Watch legend, but this week the boys go deep into his most infamous film to find out if Showgirls (1995) deserves a spot at the top of the Rank Bank or belongs buried under a mountain of...

Step back into the Hyborian Age as the Born to Watch team revisits the sword-swinging, snake-worshipping, bass-drum-thumping fantasy epic that turned Arnold Schwarzenegger from a musclebound oddity into a bona fide cinematic ...

This week on Born to Watch, we dive headfirst into the bug-infested chaos of Paul Verhoeven’s 1997 cult classic, with our Starship Troopers (1997) Review . It’s brutal, brilliant, and batshit insane and we wouldn’t have it an...

Grab your whip and avoid the monkey brains—this week on Born to Watch , the crew takes on the franchise's wildest, weirdest, and arguably most chaotic chapter, with their Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Review . Whitey, ...

Is The Howling the best werewolf movie ever made? That’s the big question on this week’s Born to Watch , where the team dives deep into this 1981 horror classic. In The Howling (1981) Movie Review , Whitey and Damo take a nos...

Few movies blend chaos, comedy, and holiday cheer as seamlessly as Gremlins (1984) . This darkly delightful gem from director Joe Dante and producer Steven Spielberg has become a holiday classic for its irreverent tone and un...

Few buddy cop films from the '80s pack the wild, testosterone-fueled fun that Tango & Cash (1989) does. This action-comedy, starring Sylvester Stallone and Kurt Russell, has cemented its place as a cult classic. While it may ...

Bachelor Party , the 1984 comedy film directed by Neal Israel, is a quintessential representation of 80s excess, raunchy humor, and carefree fun. Starring a young Tom Hanks in one of his earlier comedic roles, the film dives ...

Napoleon Dynamite, a film that gently meanders through the life of an awkward high schooler in rural Idaho, has remarkably carved itself into the hearts of a cult following since its release in 2004. In the latest episode of ...

"Galaxy Quest," a film that transcends the traditional boundaries of sci-fi comedy, cleverly satirises the tropes of classic science fiction television series while simultaneously paying heartfelt homage to them. Directed by ...

"Wayne's World (1992)," a film that transcended its "Saturday Night Live" sketch origins to become a cult classic, encapsulates the early '90s like few other movies do. Directed by Penelope Spheeris and starring Mike Myers an...

"The Breakfast Club," directed by John Hughes, is a seminal film of the 1980s that has transcended its era to become a timeless classic. This 1985 masterpiece delves into the lives of five high school students who, on the sur...

"North Shore," released in 1987, is a film that encapsulates the essence of surfing culture and the timeless quest for belonging and self-discovery. Set against the stunning backdrop of Hawaii's legendary North Shore, the mov...

"National Lampoon's Vacation," released in 1983, is a classic American road comedy film that has stood the test of time. Directed by Harold Ramis and written by John Hughes, based on his own short story, the film presents a h...

The Last Starfighter (1984) Whitey and Gow, and are back with another deep dive into a classic, and today we're joined by none other than Will the Plumber – our long-time fan and guest host for this episode. In the heart of t...

In 1988, Eddie Murphy and director John Landis combined forces to create "Coming to America," a romantic comedy that went on to become an emblematic staple of 80s cinema. On the surface, it's a story about a prince from a fic...

In the annals of cinema history, certain films stand out as timeless classics, and "The Karate Kid" (1984) is undeniably one of them. Directed by John G. Avildsen and starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso and Pat Morita as...

Dirty Dancing (1987) is the Born to Watch attempt at getting out of our comfort zone, well for two of us. We will let you decide which team member isn't going to put Baby in a corner. It's rare for a film to capture the essen...

Released in 1981, "An American Werewolf in London" remains a timeless horror classic that combines elements of comedy, romance, and intense gore to deliver a unique and memorable cinematic experience. Directed by John Landis ...

Released in 1986, "Big Trouble in Little China" remains an iconic cult classic that has captivated audiences with its unique blend of action, comedy, and martial arts. Directed by the legendary John Carpenter and starring Kur...

The team tackle the 1985 family movie, The Goonies. It was fascinating to cast our adult eyes on this timeless classic, does our nostalgia give us rose-coloured glasses?