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Hosts Tom and Dana Duncan take a new approach to finding the answer to the question: "what's the greatest movie of all-time?" Each week, Dana and Tom will review a classic movie, and grade it out based on a six-part rubric scale to determine what the greatest movie of all-time is. For the complete list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list To contact us, please email the show at [email protected]
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Tom and Dana Duncan make familiar films newly arguable through close scene reading, performance debates, guest perspectives, and a visible grading method.
Tom and Dana Duncan turn movie criticism into a running argument with a verdict waiting at the end. Greatest Movie Of All-Time applies a structured grading method to films ranging from The Apartment and Nashville to Memento, Back to the Future, and Return of the Jedi.
Nashville's traffic jam gets a champion if you like your favorite scenes defended to the last frame.
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A smart, conversational rewatch on memory, performance, and Nolan's film.
Tom and Dana treat Memento as both a memory puzzle and a craft case study, marking the film's 25th anniversary and giving Christopher Nolan credit for keeping a tight grip on the material.
A 65th-anniversary Elmer Gantry discussion that keeps circling salesmanship, faith, and Elmer's ending.
Tom and Dana Duncan mark the 65th-anniversary episode of Greatest Movie of All Time with Frankie and Scott from Shoot the Flick, both making their first appearance on the show.
A Wilder-focused conversation that stays close to craft, performance, and structure.
The Apartment gets treated as a Billy Wilder film first and a studio-era romantic comedy second, and that focus gives the discussion a steady shape. It stays with the film's pace, the writing, the noir-leaning mystery, and the love triangle without drifting far from the point.
A loose, sharp case for Nashville as a movie built on collisions, not plot.
Tom Duncan and Dana Duncan talk through Robert Altman's Nashville with Scott Cole, and they keep circling the scenes that give the film its shape: the traffic jam, the cookout in the garden, Barbara Jean at Opryland, the strip tease, I'm Easy, and the Parthenon.
A warm reunion around Back to the Future, with the biggest moments landing better than the critique.
This episode brings Alex and Tom back for a relaxed, nostalgia-soaked pass at Back to the Future. The discussion keeps landing on the parts that still do the work: Johnny B. Goode, Biff getting his due, the lightning strike, and the way Marty’s family changes by the end.
A loose, warm Return of the Jedi discussion where the bigger themes surface through banter.
Return of the Jedi is treated as the last pass through the original trilogy, and the returning guests help the hosts move past simple fan chatter.
Trailer verdicts with married-room energy.
Blunt reviews, nostalgia tested live.
The hosts introduce their 300th episode discussing Charlie Chaplin's 1936 industrial satire film Modern Times on its 90th anniversary.
This segment discusses episode 4 of The West Wing season 1, focusing on the plot involving a gun control bill, Leo's marital issues, and Josh and Toby's personal financial difficulties.
Tom Duncan and Sarah Shea introduce their new unedited podcast about TV, reminiscing about their shared love for premium television and specifically the show Severance.
The host revisits and criticizes the 1985 film St.
The hosts introduce and discuss the 2016 animated noir comedy Zootopia on its 10th anniversary in the 301st episode of their podcast.
The podcast introduces and discusses the 2020 film 'Promising Young Woman', covering its cast, crew, release details, and background.
This podcast episode discusses the 1995 crime thriller film 'Heat' on its 30th anniversary, focusing on its cast, crew, and significance.
The hosts introduce and discuss the 2000 film Men of Honor on its 25th anniversary, highlighting its cast and crew.
The podcast episode revisits the 1950 film Sunset Boulevard on its 75th anniversary, featuring guest Frank Mandosa and discussing its cast and crew.
This podcast episode introduces a discussion of the 1960 film Spartacus, directed by Stanley Kubrick and starring Kirk Douglas, on its 65th anniversary, covering its cast, crew, and initial box office performance.
The hosts introduce the 1950 film 'All About Eve' for its 75th anniversary, discussing its cast and crew, while noting the podcast's explicit language policy.
The podcast introduces an episode discussing the 1955 film Rebel Without a Cause, highlighting its cast, director, and production details.
The podcast introduces an episode discussing the 1955 film 'The Night of the Hunter' on its 70th anniversary, featuring guest Ryan Luis Rodriguez.
The hosts introduce the Toy Story 3 episode while discussing personal appearance comparisons on social media.
The podcast introduces and discusses the 1995 film Seven, covering its cast, director, release details, box office success, and Academy Award nomination.
The podcast introduces an episode discussing the 2000 film 'Almost Famous' on its 25th anniversary, featuring a guest host due to Dana's absence.
The hosts introduce the 285th episode of their podcast, discussing the 2000 film 'Requiem for a Dream' on its 25th anniversary, covering its director, cast, and key crew members.
The podcast introduces an episode discussing the 2015 film 'The Martian' on its 10th anniversary, covering its cast, crew, and release details.
The hosts introduce and begin discussing the 1995 film 'The American President' on their podcast, highlighting its cast, crew, and 30th anniversary.
The hosts introduce the podcast and discuss the movie The Usual Suspects, focusing on the character Kaiser Soze and the theme of the devil's trick.
The hosts introduce their 275th episode discussing the 1930 film 'All Quiet on the Western Front' as part of their podcast's milestone tradition.
The hosts introduce their podcast and discuss a humorous encounter where Dana was mistaken for Patton Oswalt at a conference.
The podcast hosts introduce and begin discussing Christopher Nolan's film Inception on its 15th anniversary, covering key cast and crew members.
The hosts introduce a podcast episode revisiting the movie Jaws with guests to discuss its ranking and celebrate its 50th anniversary.
The host prefaces the episode by acknowledging Robert Redford's recent passing and discussing his legacy, particularly focusing on his directorial work in 'Ordinary People'.
The podcast introduces and begins discussing the 2006 dark comedy film Little Miss Sunshine, highlighting its cast and crew for its 20th anniversary.
Greatest Movie Of All-Time examines Toy Story 2 (1999) with returning guest Walter Gainer II, focusing on how John Lasseter’s sequel expands beyond Andy’s room into questions about a toy’s purpose.
Tom Duncan and Dana Duncan revisit Pete Docter’s 2015 film Inside Out for the Greatest Movie of All Time podcast’s 266th episode and its tenth anniversary.
This episode introduces and discusses the 1926/1927 Civil War action comedy film 'The General', directed by and starring Buster Keaton, along with its cast and crew details.
This episode segment introduces a discussion of the 1931 horror film Dracula, focusing on its cast, crew, and historical context.
This podcast episode introduces a discussion of the 2006 anti-fascist film V for Vendetta, covering its cast, crew, and 20th anniversary context.
The hosts introduce episode three of their podcast, discussing the first season of The West Wing, specifically episodes 1.7 to 1.9, and touch on historical events from 1999.
This podcast episode discusses the 2006 heist film Inside Man, directed by Spike Lee and starring Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, and Jodie Foster, on its 20th anniversary, covering its production background and cast.
The podcast introduces and begins discussing the 1980 boxing biopic 'Raging Bull', directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro as Jake LaMotta, on its 45th anniversary.
The podcast introduces and discusses the 1956 western film 'The Searchers', directed by John Ford and starring John Wayne, on its 70th anniversary.
The hosts introduce their sixth annual Oscars preview episode, discussing initial thoughts on the 2025 film year and award season.
The hosts introduce and begin discussing the 1975 film 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' on their podcast, covering its cast, crew, and context.
The hosts introduce and begin discussing the 1956 sci-fi horror classic 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' on its 70th anniversary, covering key production details and cast.
The podcast introduces and begins discussing the 1936 British thriller 'Sabotage' directed by Alfred Hitchcock, focusing on its anniversary and key cast members.
This podcast episode discusses the 1945 Best Picture winner 'The Lost Weekend', directed by Billy Wilder and starring Ray Milland, focusing on its themes, production, and 80th anniversary.
This podcast episode introduces and provides background on the 1931 silent romantic film classic 'City Lights', directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin, celebrating its 95th anniversary.
The hosts introduce the 276th episode of the podcast, focusing on the 1955 film 'Pather Panchali' by Satyajit Ray, discussing its crew and anniversary.
The hosts revisit Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 horror classic Psycho, discussing its anniversary and their previous coverage in the podcast.
There is no hardline way to follow capital punishment if you are a liberal or a conservative.
The Greatest Movie of All-Time podcast revisits The Silence of the Lambs (1991) for its 35th anniversary in episode 306, with returning guest Peterson W.
Do you know where the term red tape comes from? Coming out of the Civil War, veterans' files were bound with red tape.
Hosts Tom and Dana Duncan are joined by guest Heather Stewart to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Christopher Nolan's film Memento.
The hosts of Greatest Movie of All Time are joined by guests from Shoot the Flick to discuss the 1960 film Elmer Gantry on its 65th anniversary.
The hosts and their frequent guest, Christy Duncan, analyze Billy Wilder's 1960 classic The Apartment.
The hosts and a guest film commentator analyze Robert Altman's 1975 film Nashville for its 50th anniversary.
The hosts and their two German guests redo a five-year-old episode to celebrate the 40th anniversary of 'Back to the Future'.
The hosts and two guests analyze the 1983 film 'Return of the Jedi,' debating its themes of redemption, its place in the original trilogy, and its legacy.
The hosts and two returning guests analyze The Empire Strikes Back on its 45th anniversary, debating why it stands as a superior sequel, examining its darker tone, iconic villain, and lasting cultural impact.
Greatest Movie Of All-Time examines George Lucas's 1977 Star Wars with hosts Tom and Dana Duncan and guests Shane Rogers and Jesse Sertle.
Tom Duncan, Dana Duncan, and returning guest Joe Boukhari revisit Harold Ramis's 1980 Caddyshack four years after their original discussion.
The Greatest Movie Of All-Time examines Mary Harron's American Psycho (2000), starring Christian Bale as Wall Street financier Patrick Bateman.