Episodes

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we head into 1930s Los Angeles for one of the greatest—and darkest—mysteries ever put on film: 1974’s Chinatown. Jack Nicholson is private eye J.J. Gittes, a man who thinks he’s investigating an affair until murder, water, money, corruption, and one horrifying family secret reveal something much bigger. We break down Nicholson and Faye Dunaway, the unforgettable Noah Cross, that devastating ending, what “Forget it, Jake. It’s Chinatown” really means, and whether th...

All aboard for one of Alfred Hitchcock’s most twisted thrillers! Josh and Robb revisit the 1951 classic Strangers on a Train, in which a chance meeting between tennis star Guy Haines and the dangerously charming Bruno Antony leads to a deadly “crisscross” proposition. They discuss Robert Walker’s unforgettable performance, Hitchcock’s visual storytelling, the mounting suspense, that wild carousel finale, and whether the movie still holds up today. Will Josh and Robb recommend this cinematic rid...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Josh and Robb strap in for Rollercoaster, the 1977 disaster thriller that turned amusement-park fun into pure anxiety. They revisit George Segal’s race to stop a calculating bomber, Richard Widmark’s no-nonsense federal agent, Timothy Bottoms’ unnervingly quiet villain, and the theater-rattling spectacle of Sensurround. Is it a white-knuckle classic, a slow climb with a short drop, or a wonderfully specific slice of ’70s suspense? Secure your lap bar and enjoy the ...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Robb, and Josh step into the smoky streets of 1950s New York to discuss the film noir classic Sweet Smell of Success starring Burt Lancaster and Tony Curtis. Widely regarded as one of the greatest screenplays ever written, the film explores power, media influence, ambition, and the price of success through two unforgettable performances. We discuss Burt Lancaster's chilling portrayal of gossip king J.J. Hunsecker, Tony Curtis' career-defining performance as the de...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we're headed to the bright lights of the Strip for one of the most iconic movies of the 1960s—Viva Las Vegas! Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret light up the screen with unforgettable chemistry, energetic musical numbers, classic cars, and a love letter to old-school Las Vegas. Was this Elvis' greatest movie? Does the story still hold up more than 60 years later, or is it all style and soundtrack? We break down the good, the bad, and how the film plays for a modern aud...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we're taking a look at The Bank Dick, the 1940 comedy classic starring W.C. Fields as Egbert Sousé—a man with no ambition, no filter, and somehow all the luck in the world. From accidental heroics to bank investigations, bad investments, and plenty of barroom wisdom, Fields delivers the kind of comedy that has inspired generations of performers. We'll discuss why some movie fans consider The Bank Dick one of the funniest films ever made, while others find its style...

Start your engines! This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Josh and Robb hit the gas and take a cross-country trip with the all-star comedy classic Cannonball Run. Starring Burt Reynolds, Dom DeLuise, Roger Moore, and what feels like half of Hollywood, this outrageous race from coast to coast delivers fast cars, wild stunts, and nonstop laughs. We'll break down our favorite moments, the most ridiculous characters, and whether the movie still works for modern audiences in 2026. Plus, we discuss what mak...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Josh and Robb head to Washington with Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. They break down why Jimmy Stewart’s idealistic senator still connects with audiences nearly 90 years later, the unforgettable filibuster scene, political corruption, media influence, and whether honesty can actually survive in politics. Plus: favorite moments, what hasn’t aged as well, and why the film feels strangely relevant in 2026. It’s patriotism, cynicism, and classic Hollywood all rolled int...

Murder, mystery, and madcap comedy—this week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we’re diving into the cult classic Clue! 🔍🎲 Join us as we break down the fast-paced chaos inside Hill House, where six suspicious guests, one unlucky host, and a whole lot of secrets collide. We’ll talk about what makes Clue such a unique comedy, the brilliance of its rapid-fire dialogue, and why its multiple endings still spark debate decades later. From Tim Curry’s legendary performance to the unforgettable ensemble cast, we’r...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we dive into Goldfinger—the Bond film that defined the franchise. From iconic gadgets and unforgettable villains to that legendary Aston Martin, we break down what makes this 007 adventure a classic… and what feels a little dated in 2026. Plus, we talk Oddjob, laser tables, and yes… that name.

Robb Spewak and Josh Sroka recap and discuss the 1942 classic Casablanca, including its WWII refugee setting, key characters like Rick, Ilsa, Laszlo, Renault, and Sam, and major plot turns involving the letters of transit and the film’s iconic final sacrifice. They talk about the movie’s famous quotes, music (especially “As Time Goes By”), Warner Bros. production details, and why the film’s timing during WWII helped cement its legacy, while noting some modern viewing challenges like dense, dialo...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we light the birthday candles for one of the most iconic teen comedies of the 1980s — Sixteen Candles. John Hughes’ coming-of-age classic introduced the world to Molly Ringwald, gave us unforgettable characters like Long Duk Dong, and captured the awkward, emotional chaos of being a teenager better than almost any movie of its era. We break down what still works about the film more than 40 years later… and what absolutely does not age well in 2026.

This episode of Hix Nix Stix Pix dives into two classic theatrical comedy shorts that define very different styles of slapstick. First up is The Music Box, starring Laurel and Hardy, featuring one of the most famous physical gags in film history as a simple piano delivery turns into a slow-burn nightmare of pride, patience, and endless stairs. Then we shift gears to An Ache in Every Stake, a classic from The Three Stooges, where subtlety is thrown out the window in favor of nonstop chaos, eye ...

This week, the guys saddle up for Support Your Local Sheriff, a Western that wins shootouts without firing a shot and proves confidence is deadlier than a six-gun. We break down why James Garner’s sheriff might be the calmest man in movie history, how Walter Brennan quietly steals every scene, and why this movie’s smartest jokes are the ones that barely raise their voice. From the world’s most confusing jail, to standoffs that collapse into awkward conversations, to authority that only works be...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we fire up the positively charged pink slime and take a deep dive into Ghostbusters II—the sequel that split fans but somehow marched straight into pop-culture immortality. Why does this movie feel so different from the original? How much did The Real Ghostbusters cartoon influence the tone, humor, and slime-to-screen ratio? Was Vigo the Carpathian an all-time creepy villain trapped in the wrong movie? And yes… we finally ask the question movies don’t want you thi...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we step into the shadowy world of The Maltese Falcon, the movie that basically invented film noir. Humphrey Bogart’s Sam Spade lies, bluffs, and outsmarts his way through a web of double-crosses, murder, and obsession — all over a bird that may not even be real. Put on your fedora, pour a stiff drink, and remember — it’s the stuff that dreams are made of.

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Robb and Josh dive into the sharp, loud, and unapologetically 80s comedy Trading Places. What starts as a one-dollar bet between two cold-blooded millionaires turns into one of the most biting class-swap comedies ever made—and maybe one of the darkest comedies disguised as a crowd-pleaser.

Is Santa Claus real… and can you prove it in a court of law? This week, Josh and Robb revisit Miracle on 34th Street and dig into why this quiet, smart Christmas classic has endured for generations. They break down what people love — Edmund Gwenn’s iconic Kris Kringle, the real Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and one of the boldest courtroom climaxes in holiday movie history — and what doesn’t always work for modern audiences, including the slow burn, the loose legal logic, and Susan’s famously...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Robb and Josh unwrap one of the most beloved Christmas movies of all time: The Muppet Christmas Carol. They dive into why Michael Caine’s straight-faced, Oscar-worthy performance as Ebenezer Scrooge is the secret sauce that makes this film work, how the Muppets somehow deliver the most faithful adaptation of Dickens ever put on screen, and which songs still hit just as hard decades later. From Gonzo’s narration to the surprisingly terrifying Ghost of Christmas Ye...

This week, Robb and Josh are checking into Holiday Inn, the musical classic that gave the world “White Christmas,” enough Irving Berlin bangers to fill a jukebox, and Fred Astaire literally dancing with explosives. The guys break down the holidays featured in the film (including a few that somehow didn’t make the federal cut in 1942), dig into the charm of Bing Crosby and Astaire at their peak, and take a candid look at the moments that haven’t aged quite so gracefully. From firecracker choreo...

This week, Josh and Robb take a bumpy ride through one of the greatest holiday comedies ever made: Planes, Trains & Automobiles. From frozen runways to flaming rental cars, we break down every disastrous mile of Neal and Del’s unforgettable journey home for Thanksgiving. We dive into: ✈️ The travel nightmares that feel way too real 😂 Why Steve Martin’s F-bomb rant is a Hall of Fame meltdown 🔥 John Candy’s chaotic charm and the case of the “borrowed” rental car 🏨 THAT bed scene (“Those aren’t pi...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we crack open Netflix’s 2025 reimagining of Frankenstein. Guillermo del Toro’s modern monster tale delivers big atmosphere, big performances, and even bigger debates from your hosts. The guys break down what works (the gorgeous visuals, the creature’s emotional core), what absolutely doesn’t (some questionable pacing, a few head-scratchy plot choices), and the scenes that had them yelling at the screen for very different reasons. If you watched the movie, you’ll ...

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we check into the Bates Motel for a deep dive into Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary thriller, Psycho. We break down the film’s iconic moments, the filmmaking innovations that changed cinema, what still holds up, what doesn’t, and why audiences in 1960 absolutely lost their minds. From Janet Leigh’s unforgettable shower scene to Anthony Perkins’ chilling performance as Norman Bates, we explore the craft, the controversy, and the legacy of one of Hollywood’s most influen...

Josh and Robb fire up the motorcar and head straight into The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad! In this episode of Hix Nix Stix Pix, the guys take on Disney’s two-part classic — from Mr. Toad’s wild ride and obsession with speed to Ichabod Crane’s creepy encounter with the Headless Horseman. Expect laughs, nostalgia, and a few chills as Josh and Robb debate which story holds up, which character steals the show, and whether this forgotten Disney oddity deserves a place among the greats.