Send Help (2026) | Bomb Squad Matinee #102

·1 hr 10 min·5 clips

The Bomb Squad crew debates whether Sam Raimi's new horror-comedy 'Send Help' is his best movie since Spider-Man 2.

In episode 102 of Bomb Squad Matinee, hosts Tanner Richard Kraft, Austin Zwiebelman, Jim Emsold, and Cody Sweezo review 'Send Help,' the latest film from director Sam Raimi. The episode opens with the hosts noting they've previously covered nine Raimi movies, including the Evil Dead series and Spider-Man films. Cody starts by sharing he saw the movie on his birthday, leading to a humorous tangent about ordering a cheeseburger at Pasta House. He describes the film as funny and gory, with strong leads, but feels underwhelmed by Raimi's presentation. Tim highlights the protagonist's name Linda, connecting it to the doomed Linda from Evil Dead lore, and compares the tone to 'Drag Me to Hell.' Austin declares it Raimi's best movie since 'Spider-Man 2,' praising its subversion of deserted island tropes and high critical ratings. The hosts analyze the script by Shannon and Swift, writers of 'Freddy vs. Jason,' and discuss Rachel McAdams' performance as one of her best. They debate Dylan O'Brien's role as a potential heir to Bruce Campbell, noting Raimi's cameo. Specific scenes are dissected, such as the plane crash, the twist about a billionaire's private island, and the use of a blue-ring octopus. The conversation covers technical aspects like Bill Pope's cinematography and Danny Elfman's score. They also touch on the film's 3D release, Raimi's career trajectory, and his first R-rated movie in over two decades. The episode concludes with final thoughts recommending the film for Raimi fans and those who enjoy horror-comedy with gross-out elements.

As heard by us

A disputed scream and a suspiciously mobile arm give Raimi's newest movie an unruly panel discussion.

Send Help gets a lively, unruly panel treatment as the Bomb Squad Matinee crew sets Sam Raimi's newest movie beside earlier conversations about his Evil Dead, Spider-Man, Doctor Strange, and western work.

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Why you'd press play

You get Sam Raimi, a billionaire's suspiciously useful resources, and a boar-related body problem.

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