How Did This Get Made?

Earwolf and Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukas

Summary

Have you ever watched a movie so baffling, poorly paced, or unintentionally hilarious that you just had to ask, How did this get made? That is exactly the question hosts Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas aim to answer in their long-running comedy podcast. Each episode serves as a deep dive into the world of cinematic disasters, taking on everything from nineties action flicks and questionable thrillers to bizarre biopics. Joined by an array of hilarious guest comedians, the hosts dissect these questionable features with sharp wit and unyielding scrutiny. They navigate the absurdity of nonsensical plot holes, jarring tonal shifts, and questionable production choices—like dubious CGI, strange acting performances, and wigs that deserve their own billing. Whether they are mocking the strange character motivations in a high-stakes thriller or poking fun at the unrealistic portrayals of subcultures in music-themed dramas, the team brings a unique, high-energy commentary that turns frustrating viewings into gold. The show is a celebration of the misfires that define Hollywood’s most confusing history. It is the perfect listen for film buffs who enjoy laughing at the bizarre, the misguided, and the downright inexplicable. By peeling back the layers of these train-wreck productions, the hosts transform cinematic failure into a masterclass of comedy, proving that sometimes, the worst movies actually make for the best entertainment.

Updated May 14, 2026

Episodes

Mortal Kombat w/ Cameron Esposito (Classic)

May 12, 20261h 3m

The panel breaks down the bizarre world of Mortal Kombat, mocking the repetitive techno and inexplicable fight logic.

The Big Hit

May 8, 20261h 20m

Mark Wahlberg plays a people-pleasing hitman who accidentally kidnaps his own boss’s goddaughter in this chaotic 1998 farce.

Rock Star LIVE! w/ Jake Weisman (Classic)

May 5, 20261h 2m

Mark Wahlberg lives the dream of replacing his favorite rock band lead singer in this bizarrely ageless music drama.

Shoot 'Em Up

Feb 27, 20261h 8m

Clive Owen stars in this hyper-violent, Bugs Bunny-esque action romp that is essentially John Wick with a newborn baby.

88 Minutes w/ Pete Holmes (HDTGM Matinee)

Feb 24, 202645 min

Al Pacino gets 88 minutes to solve a murder mystery in this unintentionally hilarious, phone-call-heavy thriller.

Last Looks: Date with an Angel

Feb 20, 202639 min

Double Dragon LIVE! (HDTGM Matinee)

Feb 17, 20261h 25m

Date with an Angel LIVE!

Feb 13, 20261h 25m

Disclosure w/ Nick Kroll & Emily Altman (HDTGM Matinee)

Feb 10, 20261h 12m

Last Looks: Return to Oz

Feb 6, 202642 min

Hard Target LIVE! (HDTGM Matinee)

Feb 3, 20261h 17m

Return to Oz

Jan 30, 20261h 1m

Body Rock LIVE! w/ Alison Brie (HDTGM Matinee)

Jan 27, 20261h 14m

Last Looks: Monkeybone w/ Brad Meltzer

Jan 23, 202651 min

Cool World (HDTGM Matinee)

Jan 20, 20261h 16m

Monkeybone LIVE! w/ Rob Huebel

Jan 16, 20261h 33m

Grease 2 w/ Anna Faris (HDTGM Matinee)

Jan 13, 20261h 4m

Last Looks: My Secret Santa

Jan 9, 202637 min

Ultraviolet LIVE! w/ Nick Wiger & Mike Mitchell (HDTGM Matinee)

Jan 6, 20261h 28m

The 3rd "Annual" Howdie Awards (Part 2)

Jan 2, 202650 min

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