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Smersh Pod

John Rain
Krull
Superman Returns
Stargate
James Bond
The Medusa Touch
Goldfinger
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Star Wars Episode III: Revenge Of the Sith
Harry Potter
Richard Burton
Return To Oz
Biggles: Adventures In Time
Without a Clue
Kirk
Star Trek II: the Wrath Of Khan
Khan
Spock
Deep Rising
Comedy
Half-Blood Prince

The film podcast that does a bit of everything. Hosted by John Rain.

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes379Founded9 years ago
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TV & FilmComedy

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Latest Episodes

Welcome to another Star Trek Special!

This week we’ll be journeying back in time to look for a particularly warped individual, and find out just who has the most skin in the game when it comes to blending in. 

Yes, it’s Star Trek: First Contact

Jo... more

This week we’ll be jumping back in time to find out just who has the black dog, while bewaring the moon, and trying not to get sucked off by lads in capes. 

Yes, it’s Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. 

Joining me to catch the Knight Bus, wh... more

This week we’ll be returning to a galaxy far, far away to eat a small bird, commit mutiny, refuse to help the galaxy, and follow a space ship very slowly - yes, it’s The Last Jedi

Joining me to race weird space horses is actor and host of Crowley T... more

Smersh Pod LIVE from The Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival way back in October of 2025.

We’ll be travelling back to the exciting days of 1982 and uploading ourselves into a ‘computer’ to indulge in a spot of cycling, a bit of frisbee, and a whole lot... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Crowley
Episode: SMERSH HITS: HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN
Tom Neenan
Episode: SMERSH HITS: HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN
Ryland Tews
Comedian and filmmaker currently on a UK and Ireland tour.
Hundreds of Beavers
Episode: HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY with Ryland Tews
David Hoare
A recurring guest and critic
Episode: JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH with David Hoare
Dr. Dean Burnett
Neuroscientist and author known for science communication
Episode: ALIEN3 with Dr. Dean Burnett and Dan Thomas
Jim Howick
Episode: JAWS 2 with Jim Howick
Kate McCabe
Film enthusiast and guest on the podcast
Episode: TANGO AND CASH with Kate McCabe
Toby Hadoke
Writer and commentator, known for his insights into film and television.
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Episode: THE QUATERMASS XPERIMENT with Toby Hadoke
Karl Coppack
A social historian with a focus on historical crimes, particularly Jack the Ripper
Episode: FROM HELL with Karl Coppack

Host

John Rain
Host known for his humorous and insightful analysis of films, fostering an engaging atmosphere with comedic flair.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 835 ratings
  • Health alert.

    Tom Neenan, Tom Crowley, and especially, especially Paul Litchfield are podcast cancer. And they might be contagious... Stay away!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BillseyeBill
    United States23 days ago
  • Awful

    Screaming is not enough to be funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Phonotype
    Belgiuma month ago
  • Love it!

    I love Bond & all things British, so this podcast is right up my alley. John is extremely knowledgeable about 007, he’s absolutely hysterical with his dry (& occasionally tasteless) wit, and the guests are a lotta fun. A total blast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ Crozby
    United States2 months ago
  • More mainstream films please!

    Great podcast, who chooses the films????

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Who’s got a match?
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Always superb listening

    Podchaser
    5
    nielly
    9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some episodes may be polarizing due to their comedic take on certain sensitive topics, appealing to those with a taste for edgy humor.
Frequent guests and their contributions often enhance the dynamic, making episodes feel fresh and lively.
The combination of irreverent humor and deep discussions keeps the audience entertained and engaged.
Listeners appreciate the humorous approaches and intelligent critiques of various films.
Overall, listeners feel like they are part of a close-knit group laughing over films in a casual setting.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#150
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#90
Austria/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#221
Singapore/Comedy

Talking Points

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RE-ANIMATOR with Dr. Dean Burnett and Dan Thomas
Q: Would a severed head enjoy sitting in a big tray of blood gravy?
A liter of oxygenated blood typically lasts between 20 and 60 seconds in the human body, so let's split the difference and say the head and brain requires 10% of the energy of the full working human body, the liter of blood can run for 10 minutes, which seems sustainable.
RE-ANIMATOR with Dr. Dean Burnett and Dan Thomas
Q: Dean, is this possible?
For what I can see in this, no. It's basically got a blackened decker which glows.
HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY with Ryland Tews
Q: What are the specific things you don't like about the movie?
It looks beautiful, but I always leave underwhelmed. Some amazing ideas but the last act falls flat.
CASINO ROYALE with Dan Thomas
Q: Which Bond actor do you think would make the funniest noise every time he saw a naked lady?
Roger Moore would likely let out a ghostly 'Ooh' akin to a cheeky comedic scare.
CASINO ROYALE with Dan Thomas
Q: If you could swap any two Bond-themed song singers, which two would you choose?
I'd love to hear Duran Duran's voice on GoldenEye or a different artist on A View to a Kill.

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This film-focused podcast engages listeners with a blend of humor and insightful commentary on various movies, from beloved classics to cult hits. Frequent discussions revolve around themes present in popular films, often reflecting on cultural significance and personal anecdotes related to the viewed movies. The lively and sometimes irreverent style fosters a bantering atmosphere that brings a sense of being among friends discussing films over drinks, which is a uniquely inviting aspect for audiences seeking both entertainment and critical engagement with cinema.

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1. Tom Crowley
2. Tom Neenan
3. Ryland Tews
4. David Hoare
5. Dr. Dean Burnett
6. Jim Howick
7. Kate McCabe
8. Toby Hadoke

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