How Did This Get Made?
The award-winning comedy podcast that celebrates bad movies. Comedians and actors Paul Scheer (The League), June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie), and Jason Mantzoukas (Big Mouth) break down the very best of the worst films ever made—we’re talkin’ blockbuster flops, cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we’re honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies. Plus, sometimes they’re even joined by hilarious guests like Seth Rogen, Conan O’Brien, Amy Schumer, Nicole Byer, Nick Kroll, and Charlize Theron. And the best part? They watch these bad movies so you don’t have to! New episodes every Friday. Classic episodes re-released every Tuesday.
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Recent Episodes
Last Looks: Jack
Sep 18, 2026Jason & Paul give their thoughts on Lanterns, Jason Statham's Mutiny, Coyote vs. ACME, and a bunch of other movies, TV shows, albums, and comic books they're currently loving. But first, Paul responds...
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Paul Scheer hosts Last Looks for the Robin Williams movie 'Jack,' fielding listener corrections, discussing Francis Ford Coppola's compromised vision for the film, and diving deep into recent movies and TV shows with Jason Mantzoukas. The episode explores Jennifer Lopez's terrible teaching, the film's troubled production history, and wraps with recommendations ranging from Coyote vs. Acme to obscure anime.
- Jennifer Lopez's Teaching Incompetence
- Francis Ford Coppola's Debt-Driven Filmmaking
Tim Heidecker joins Paul, June, and Jason to break down the 2012 fantastical dramedy The Odd Life of Timothy Green starring Jennifer Garner and Joel Edgerton. They cover Timothy’s relationship with Ba...
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Jack
Sep 11, 2026Robin Williams plays a 10-year-old boy who looks like a 40-year-old man in the 1996 Francis Ford Coppola film Jack—a movie that wants to be a dramedy but is actually a body horror flick about boomers ...
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Paul Scheer, Jason Mantzoukas, and June Diane Raphael dissect Francis Ford Coppola's 1996 film Jack, starring Robin Williams as a 10-year-old boy with a rare condition that makes him age four times faster, causing him to look 40. The hosts struggle with the film's inconsistent tone, Robin Williams' performance as a child that doesn't feel authentically 10 years old, and a narrative that fails to explore its own premise. They debate whether the film is a metaphor for childhood illness, a meditation on mortality, or simply middle-aged men yearning for youth.
- Introduction and Film Overview
- The Central Problem: Robin Williams Doesn't Play His Age
Joyful Noise w/ Fred Stoller (Classic)
Sep 08, 2026Dolly Parton & Queen Latifah star in the 2012 musical dramedy Joyful Noise—a movie with so many bizarre plots that your head will spin trying to follow them all. Actor/comedian Fred Stoller (Everybody...
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Last Looks: xXx & The Legend of Billie Jean
Sep 04, 2026It's a super-sized Last Looks! Paul responds to your corrections & omissions on both xXx and The Legend of Billie Jean, and also shares bonus deleted scenes from both episodes. We get more info on Xan...
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In this supersized Last Looks episode, Paul addresses corrections and omissions from both XXX and The Legend of Billie Jean episodes. He shares bonus deleted scenes, discusses audience questions about plot holes and details, and Jason joins for a Just Chat segment where they recommend documentaries and books about Hollywood flops. The episode concludes with the announcement that next week's movie will be Jack, the 1996 Francis Ford Coppola film starring Robin Williams.
- Triple X Corrections and Questions
- Pat Benatar and The Legend of Billie Jean
Finish sucking your milkshakes, because Paul, June, and Jason are LIVE from Detroit in front of a livid audience to discuss the 2012 kids mega-flop The Oogieloves in the Big Balloon Adventure. Despite...
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The How Did This Get Made podcast team takes on 'Oogie Loves in The Big Balloon Adventure,' a 2012 children's film shot in Michigan. Hosts Paul Scheer, Jason Mantzoukas, and June Diane Raphael dissect this $60 million musical featuring puppets on a quest to find five golden balloons for a pillow's birthday party. The live Detroit audience shares their strong reactions to this notorious box office bomb that holds the record for lowest opening weekend gross for a film in over 2,000 theaters.
- Opening Discussion: The Oogie Loves Experience
- The Disturbing Puppet Characters and Design
The Legend of Billie Jean LIVE!
Aug 28, 2026FAIR IS FAIR! Helen Slater and Christian Slater star in the 1985 cult classic The Legend of Billie Jean, a movie that caused Paul, Jason, and June to stand up in fierce debate for over ten minutes. LI...
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A passionate discussion of the 1985 film 'The Legend of Billie Jean' recorded live at Largo in Los Angeles. The hosts debate whether this ahead-of-its-time feminist teen empowerment film belongs on a 'bad movie' podcast, with Jason and June celebrating it as revolutionary cinema while Paul raises questions about its logic. The conversation explores themes of youth empowerment, gender dynamics, class warfare, and the film's cultural impact.
- Opening and Film Introduction
- The Movie's Kid Logic and Adult Dismissal
Green Lantern w/ Paul Rust (Classic)
Aug 25, 2026In blackest night, Paul, Jason, June, and Paul Rust went to see 2011's Green Lantern starring Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively. Then, in brightest day, they all reunited to figure out what the hell happ...
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The How Did This Get Made podcast crew—Paul Scheer, Jason Manzoukas, June Diane Raphael, and guest Paul Rust—dissect the 2011 superhero film Green Lantern starring Ryan Reynolds. They mercilessly critique the confusing plot, terrible CGI, weak character development, awkward dialogue, and nonsensical action sequences in this $200 million box office failure that somehow still got greenlit for a sequel.
- The Confusing Opening and Basic Plot Problems
- The Ridiculous Villain: A Cloud with Teeth
Little Italy (Re-Release)
Aug 21, 2026Mamma Mia! We're taking a Last Looks vacation, but don't worry, Paul still announces next week's new movie before treating you all to a re-release of our classic episode on the 2018 rom-com Little Ita...
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Stealth w/ Charlie Sanders (Classic)
Aug 18, 2026Josh Lucas, Jessica Biel, and Jamie Foxx star in the 2005 action flick Stealth about an AI-powered fighter jet that gets struck by lightning and goes rogue. The hilarious Charlie Sanders (Key & Peele)...
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Paul Scheer and Jason Mantzoukas are joined by writer-producer Charlie Sanders to dissect the 2005 military action film Stealth, a $135 million box office disaster that only made $13 million. The movie follows three elite fighter pilots partnered with an AI-controlled stealth plane called EDI that goes rogue after being struck by lightning. The hosts examine the film's absurd logic, casual military protocol violations, bizarre character choices, and inexplicable product placement decisions, including constant green apples and an Incubus-heavy soundtrack.
- Introduction and Movie Overview
- Character Development and Romance
xXx LIVE! w/ Rob Huebel
Aug 14, 2026Welcome to the Xander Zone! Vin Diesel stars in 2002's xXx—a movie that answers the question, "What if James Bond was a dickhead?" LIVE from Largo in LA, HDTGM all-star Rob Huebel joins Paul and June ...
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Paul, June, and Rob Huebel dissect the 2002 action film Triple X starring Vin Diesel as extreme sports star Xander Cage, who is recruited by the NSA to infiltrate a Russian terrorist group called Anarchy 99. They explore the film's bizarre premise, questionable logic, excessive runtime, and Vin Diesel's transformation from extreme athlete to spy, complete with gadgets, terrible kissing scenes, and a legendary fur coat.
- Opening and Xander Cage's Introduction
- The NSA Recruitment and Testing Process
Cool as Ice w/ Brian Huskey & Vanilla Ice (Classic)
Aug 11, 2026Vanilla Ice's first movie, 1991's Cool as Ice, is like if Rebel Without a Cause had turntables, 8-ball jackets, and a lot of sick 90s dance moves. Brian Huskey (Veep) joins Paul, Jason, and June to di...
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The 'How Did This Get Made' podcast crew, including hosts Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukas, and guest Brian Huskey, dissect the bizarre 1991 film 'Cool as Ice' starring Vanilla Ice. They're later joined by Vanilla Ice himself to discuss the movie. The film is examined for its nonsensical plot about a motorcycle-riding rapper who arrives in a small town and romances a local girl while her family deals with corrupt cops from witness protection. The hosts celebrate the film's dreamlike absurdity, inexplicable directing choices, and memorable one-liners that have achieved cult status.
- Opening Credits Extravaganza and First Impressions
- The Mysterious Motorcycle Gang Arrives
Last Looks: Fall w/ Eliot Glazer
Aug 07, 2026Comedian Eliot Glazer joins Jason and Paul to talk traumatic Long Island stories, sports fandom, his new book The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Gay, and much more. But first, Paul responds to ...
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Paul Scheer hosts this Last Looks episode diving deep into listener corrections and omissions about the movie Fall. The episode features fascinating revelations about the film's plot holes, fascinating behind-the-scenes details from a crew member, and spirited debates about hotel checkout times. Later, Paul and Jason chat with comedy writer Elliot Glazer about his new book, Long Island culture, fandom, and an upcoming sports podcast with Charles Barkley.
- Opening and Fall Episode Corrections Begin
- Technical Movie Corrections and Plot Holes
Gooby w/ Nathan Fielder (Classic)
Aug 04, 2026Robbie Coltrane & Eugene Levy star in 2009's Gooby— a movie that proves the age-old adage that a child’s best friend is a 7-foot-tall scary-ass Scottish bear that makes other kids piss their pants. Ca...
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The How Did This Get Made podcast team tackles the 2009 Canadian children's film Gooby, a bewildering story about a troubled boy whose teddy bear comes to life as a seven-foot-tall, terrifying creature. With a $6.5 million budget but only $3,234 in lifetime box office gross, the hosts dissect the film's bizarre premise, questionable parenting themes, deeply unsettling character design, and logic-defying plot points while questioning whether this was secretly a film about childhood trauma.
- The Bizarre Premise and Willie's Mental State
- Gooby's Terrifying Design and Inconsistent Character
Fall
Jul 31, 2026Would you kill a vulture and eat it raw if you were stuck atop a 2,000ft TV tower? Paul, Jason, and June answer that question and more while breaking down the 2022 thriller Fall starring Grace Carolin...
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The How Did This Get Made podcast tackles the 2022 survival thriller 'Fall,' where two young women become stranded atop a 2,000-foot TV tower in the desert. Paul Scheer, Jason Mantzoukas, and June Diane Raphael dissect the film's questionable climbing decisions, hidden affair subplot, and shocking third-act twist where one character is revealed to be a hallucination. The hosts praise the lead actresses and the film's tension while questioning character motivations, safety choices, and the bizarre elements like eating a raw vulture.
- Introduction and Movie Setup
- Character Relationships and the Affair Reveal
That’s not a podcast, THIS is a podcast! The Bitter Buddha himself, Eddie Pepitone, joins Paul, Jason, and June to cover the 2001 Paul Hogan comedy Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles. They break down the...
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The How Did This Get Made podcast crew tackles Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles (2001), with special guest Matthew Berry - the actual screenwriter of the movie - revealing the behind-the-scenes drama of Paul Hogan's ego, credit disputes, and the making of this belated sequel. The episode features hosts Paul Scheer, Jason Mantzoukas, June Diane Raphael, and comedian Eddie Pepitone discussing the film's bizarre plot choices, lack of conflict, and Matthew Berry's firsthand account of his contentious experience writing the film.
- Introduction and Initial Movie Reactions
- The Bizarre Los Angeles Mugging Scene
Last Looks: Thrashin'
Jul 24, 2026Jason & Paul catch up from their respective closets to recommend new TV shows, movies, and videogames they're currently loving. But first, Paul responds to your Thrashin' corrections & omissions on Ho...
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Paul Scheer hosts Last Looks for the Thrashing episode, diving into extensive corrections about skateboarding culture, debunking the Valley boy vs. Indiana origin debate, and exploring skateboarding terminology. Jason Mantzoukas joins to discuss current TV shows and movies, recommending British comedies and new releases. The episode concludes with the announcement of next week's movie, Fall.
- Stellar Skateboard Legacy and Opening Updates
- Hook's Gentrifier Hypocrisy: The Indiana Poser
The Dirt Bike Kid (Classic)
Jul 21, 2026A flying magical dirt bike, a little league coach whose hot dog store is in danger, and a skeevy banker are just some of the highlights that Paul, June, and Jason discuss about the 1985 family comedy ...
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The How Did This Get Made podcast crew tackles the 1985 film 'The Dirt Bike Kid,' starring Peter Billingsley. Paul, June, and Jason dissect this bizarre tale of a magical dirt bike that can fly, drive itself, and help a kid take down a predatory banker. The hosts explore the film's confusing plot shifts, problematic 80s tropes, uncomfortable sexual harassment themes, and wonder why nobody questions a sentient motorcycle terrorizing their small town.
- Introduction and Technical Difficulties
- The Movie's Identity Crisis and Flying Bikes
Thrashin'
Jul 17, 2026Josh Brolin is gnarly in 1986's Thrashin'—the classic tale of two lovers caught in a feud between rival teen skateboard gangs. Paul, June, and Jason discuss the famous joust scene, why "The Ramp Local...
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Perfect LIVE! w/ Seth Morris (Classic)
Jul 14, 2026John Travolta and Jamie Lee Curtis star in 1985’s Perfect—a love story between an aerobics instructor and a reporter writing a story on health clubs. Seth Morris (Big Mouth) joins Paul, Jason, and Jun...
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A lively dissection of the 1985 film 'Perfect' starring John Travolta and Jamie Lee Curtis, which follows a Rolling Stone reporter investigating LA's aerobics gym culture. The hosts are baffled by the film's excessive runtime, unedited driving sequences, prolonged aerobics scenes, and convoluted subplots involving journalistic integrity, while finding comedic gold in its 80s excess, questionable character motivations, and Travolta's commitment to incredibly short shorts.
- The Aggressively Unedited Film Experience
- Jamie Lee Curtis: Aerobics Goddess in Stockings