How Did This Get Made?
Earwolf and Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukas
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)
The panel breaks down the bizarre world of Mortal Kombat, mocking the repetitive techno and inexplicable fight logic.
The Big Hit
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)
Mark Wahlberg lives the dream of replacing his favorite rock band lead singer in this bizarrely ageless music drama.
Shoot 'Em Up
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)
Al Pacino gets 88 minutes to solve a murder mystery in this unintentionally hilarious, phone-call-heavy thriller.
Last Looks: Date with an Angel
Double Dragon LIVE! (HDTGM Matinee)
Date with an Angel LIVE!
Disclosure w/ Nick Kroll & Emily Altman (HDTGM Matinee)
Last Looks: Return to Oz
Hard Target LIVE! (HDTGM Matinee)
Return to Oz
Body Rock LIVE! w/ Alison Brie (HDTGM Matinee)
Last Looks: Monkeybone w/ Brad Meltzer
Cool World (HDTGM Matinee)
Monkeybone LIVE! w/ Rob Huebel
Grease 2 w/ Anna Faris (HDTGM Matinee)
Last Looks: My Secret Santa
Ultraviolet LIVE! w/ Nick Wiger & Mike Mitchell (HDTGM Matinee)
The 3rd "Annual" Howdie Awards (Part 2)
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