On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, 2026 has finally arrived at the greatest point of every cinephile’s annual indulgence, the summer movie season!! This year theaters are trying to kick back into gear with blockbusters like The Odyssey, Toy Story 5, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Devil Wears Prada 2, Mortal Kombat II, The Sheep Detectives, Minions and Monsters, The Breadwinner, Jack Ryan: Ghost War, Masters of the Universe, Disclosure Day, and a whole lot more.  But with so many films coming out at this time, how is any self-respecting fan supposed to know what to see when there are so many options available? We’re here to help with our 2026 Summer Movie Preview!

We discuss each month in detail and every major and many minor releases. May, June, July, and August all receive their fair due as we elaborate and debate on over 40 titles coming to theaters, as well as those independent and streaming gems to look for.

Grab a pen and paper or your favorite app, because this is one episode you will want to take notes on. THIS is our 2026 Summer Movie Preview!

*Editor’s Note: Release dates and titles were based on the schedule as of the date of recording, and are subject to change

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On this week's episode of The Hollywood Outsider, we dive into CinemaCon 2026, have a little fun with random TV, and discuss recent shows Big Mistakes, Testaments, Malcolm in the Middle revival and more!

Discussed on this episode

• (0:00 – 33:45) 2026 CinemaCon - Sony Begs Theaters, Legend of Zelda finishes, Longlegs continues, and more
• (33:46 – 1:16:46) Fun with TV
• (1:16:47 – 1:29:34) Whatcha Been Watching - Malcolm in the Middle, Testaments, Big Mistakes, The Boys Season 5
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On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, we shake things up with 10 Shots of Hollywood - ten topics or games revolving around our favorite subject of movies and TV! Book adaptations, do trailers even work anymore, Kill One Keep One, and a lot more on this very entertaining episode of The HO!

Plus, recommendations this week include Darth Maul, The Madison, The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson, and more.

Discussed on this episode

• (0:00 – 1:11:06) 10 Shots of Hollywood - Ten Various Movie or TV Related Topics or Games
• (1:11:07 – 1:23:09) Whatcha Been Watching - Scarpetta, The Madison, Darth Maul, The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson
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