The Hot Mic with Jeff Sneider and John Rocha
Every week, entertainment journalist Jeff Sneider and critic John Rocha break down big news and scoops from film, TV, and entertainment. The show offers honest, unfiltered, and informed analysis from two industry professionals.
Episodes
David Ellison Sets SKYDANCE Power Structure, Transformers and Fast and Furious Updates
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including David Ellison setting up his SKYDANCE power structure, Transformers and Fast and the Furious updates, Michael 2 gets closer to happening, Glen Powell’s Running Man excuses, The Social Reckoning possibly bombing, The Exorcist first look with Scarlett Johansson, new Ghostbusters movie p
THE HOT WB, Paramount is SKYDANCE, Gunn Stays On at DC, Avengers Secret Wars Filming Delayed?
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including Paramount and WB merger is done and they are now SKYDANCE with some executives moving up or out and James Gunn and Peter Safran safe at DC...for now. They also talk J.A. Bayona possibly coming back for the new Jurassic World movie, is Avenger Secret Wars being pushed?, how Digger revi
Paramount/WB Merger On Hold AGAIN! Mahershala Ali vs Feige Over BLADE
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including Paramount and WB merger settlement agreement, Elon Musk being in play now and new updates delaying the merger, Eben Moss Bacharach to play Kelso in Heat 2, Day Drinker, Madden, Clayface, Paper Tiger, Cliff Booth and You Can See Everything trailers, DIGGER mixed reactions has dropped
Paramount and Bonta In Settlement Merger Talks? Brad Pitt, Berger for World War Z Sequel
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including if Paramount and Rob Bonta are really in settlement talks over the WB merger, Brad Pitt and Edward Berger reuniting for World War Z sequel and Heart of the Beast cut battles with David Ayer, Resident Evil review and Zack Cregger's description of his latest movie, Jeremy Saulnier’s new
New Inde Navarrette Movie Sparks Drama, Adria Arjona is Wonder Woman, Noah Jupe Role in MCU
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including Inde Navarrette's new film sparks controversy over who broke the story, who is Noah Jupe in the MCU, Adria Arjona hints again at playing WW, Gal Gadot’s comments about Wonder Woman and Zack Snyder, Barbaro vs Qualley for Fred Astaire biopic with Tom Holland, Days of Thunder 2 update
James Bond Shortlist is FAKE, Gunn & Safran To Stay at DC Thru Merger, Ridley's 'Aliens' Return
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including the new James Bond rumored actor shortlist, Dolly Parton, Tim Curry and Peter Cullen passing, James Gunn’s new comments on Brave and Bold and the report that he and Safran will stay thru the merger, Ridley Scott doing am Alien sequel with David, new Heat 2 casting news, The Uprising
Doomsday, Dune 3 to Open to $200M, Michael Sequel Explores Allegations from MJ's POV
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including are Avengers Doomsday and Dune 3 looking at duel $200M openings, more X-Men news casting, Michael sequel will apparently tackle MJ accusations from his POV, Marvel TV's new shows and Yahya Abdul Mateen II's comments about Wonder Man cancellation, Gorilla Grodd series gets a title and
Suzy Bemba is X-Men's Storm in MCU? Gunn's DC Halts Paradise Lost, Paramount/WB Update
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including is Suzy Bemba playing X-Men's Storm in the MCU? DGA and IATSE backing Paramount/WB merger, Ellison’s threats to take Paramount out of LA and his 30 movie written promise. James Gunn's DC halts more projects, Coyote vs Acme scores but weak box office tracking, Alden Ehrenreich joins Mi
Kit Connor Eyed for X-Men's Cyclops, Cameron Quits AVATAR? SPIDER-MAN BND Heads to IMAX
On a new episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big entertainment news of the week including reports that Kit Connor is being eyed yo play Cyclops/Scott Summers in the X-Men movie, the Paramount WB merger trial is set and will cost Paramount $1.7B, Spider-Man Brand New Day set to break even more records as it expands to IMAX, Sneider's X-men casting updates, Primetime and Yo
Samara Weaving is X-Men's Emma Frost, Mahershala Ali Talks Blade, Wonder-Man Cancelled
On a special Friday episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big news that Samara Weaving has been cast as Emma Frost, Mahershala Ali talks Blade updates, Wonder Man 2 is cancelled, DC updates and more! PLUS, Rocha drops some X-Men rumors he's been hearing and Sneider talks his latest scoop on Michael Johnston's role in The Mummy.HOT MIC MERCH LINK: https://www.bestnametape.com
DC's LANTERNS SDCC Panel, Paramount WB Merger Moves to 2027, Marvel SDCC Panel Predictions
On a special Monday episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the big news that Paramount is pushing its WB merger to 2027! They also break down the Lanterns panel and DC news, preview what we might see from the Marvel SDCC panel tomorrow, The Odyssey will only drop 31% and Elon Musk wants to fund a Mel Gibson version, Ebenezer and Depp reactions, Zack Cregger’s Resident Evil traile
Avengers Doomsday Trailer Talk, Paramount/WB Merger PAUSED, Odyssey Quiets The Haters
On a special Monday episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the new Avengers Doomsday that dropped, what it might be teasing, what Feige said about Marvel and why it isn't being universally well received. They also talk the Paramount WB merger being paused for now and The Odyssey's box office numbers quieting all the haters and what its box office potential might going forward and
X-Men Casting Rumors Heat Up, The Odyssey is Blowing Up, Why Batman 2 Got Delayed
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk what is the real truth about X-Men casting, their reviews on The Odyssey review and early box office blowing up, why The Batman 2 really got delayed, the trailers for I Play Rocky, Digger, The Uprising and Behemoth, Bradley Cooper, Chris Pratt and Walton Goggins join GI Joe with Danny McBride directing now, our Sam Neill tribute, Mar
Inde Navarrette For MCU's X-Men, Dune 3 Trailer Teases Epic Finale, The Odyssey Updates
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk DC possibly finding its Gorilla Grodd for the Jimmy Olsen series, Dune Part 3 trailer teases an epic for the ages, live action Moana’s terrible tracking and Dwayne Johnson’s next movie, James Gunn and DC updates after Supergirl fallout, Emmys snubs and surprises, Neon’s 'Artificial' deal, The Odyssey reactions, tracking and lies abou
DC's 'Supergirl' to Crash at Box Office, Zendaya Rumored to Lead Jason Bourne Reboot
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Supergirl looking like its gonna crash at the box office and what it means for DC, Christopher Nolan and Universal Pictures banning "influencer" screenings for The Odyssey with special guest Kristian Harloff, Peter Safran and James Gunn meeting with David Ellison over DC, Klara and the Sun, The Debut and The Weight trailer, that Jona
X-Men Will Be Marvel's Big Swing, Spider-Man BND Trailer Teases More Jean Grey
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk new Spider-Man BND trailer teasing more Jean Grey, Ridley Scott is messing with Alien Romulus sequel, Charles Melton for Beast and X-Men reboot’s “big swing” from Marvel, Wagner Moura for Oceans villain, Daniel Kaluya and Teyana Taykor for Shaka King’s next movie, Toy Story 5 review, Brad Bird’s Ray Gunn fiasco pits Netflix vs Paramo
BATMAN II Breaking News! Sebastian Stan is Victor Zsasz, Brian Tyree Henry is Two Face
On this SPECIAL episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Sneider's BREAKING NEWS that SebastianStan is set to play Victor Zsasz in the movie with Brian Tyree Henry set to play Two Face! This is massive and shocking news. What role witl Zsasz play in this one and how will people feel about Henry playing Two Face. Also, what does this mean for Scarlett Johansson's character and Charl
Audiences Turn on Spielberg Over DISCLOSURE DAY, OBSESSION Production Controversy | THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk if audiences will reject Spielberg's Disclosure Day, 'Obsession' production controversy, 24 Jump Street is a Go, Supergirl cut 25 minutes of footage, The Social Reckoning, Whalefall, Heart of the Beast and Gatto trailers, a new writer boards the Transformers project, Jennifer Lawrence's new film, Maggie Gyllenhaal's next directorial
Hollywood's AI Hunger and Love for BACKROOMS and OBSESSION, SCARY MOVIE Review
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Hollywood's growing obsession with AI, why they love Backrooms and Obsession and if they'll learn the right lessons, did Justin Kuritzkes write Spider Man BND, Scorsese AI news and Boots Riley’s reaction, Backrooms and Scary Movie reviews, How to Rob a Bank, Onslaught, Ice Cream Man and By Any Means trailers, Barbarella remake going
Kinberg'S STAR WARS Trilogy is Eps 10-12 of Skywalker Saga, Tom Hardy's MOBLAND Mess
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the news that Simon Kinberg's Star Wars trilogy is Eps 10-12 of the Skywalker Saga. the Tom Hardy Mobland drama, Disclosure Day first reactions, In the Hand of Dante and Primetime trailers, Disclosure Day final trailer, Stan Lee and AI deal, Amazon's AI animated projects deal, Supergirl and The Odyssey box office tracking being soft,
New Godfather Movie in the Works, What's Really Going On With Lanterns?
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk a new The Godfather movie is in the works, Adventure oif Cliff Booth set for November IMAX release, The Odyssey's rumored runtime, Michael Bay’s new movie set during US vs Iran war, Matt Damon to star in the new Daniels movie, a 'The Getawa' remake is happening at Netflix, King Conan to shoot in 2027 according to Schwarzenegger, Vin
Sneider Witnesses Britney's Latest Meltdown, Matt Reeves Reveals Batman 2 Cast- THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Sneider witnessing Britney Spears meltdown in LA the other day and being the witness who spoke to TMZ, the NY Post and others about it. They also talk Matt Reeves’s rollout of The Batman 2 cast, mixed first reactions to The Mando and Grogu movie, Amazon/MGM's James Bond announcement, Peter Jackson directing a Tin Tin remake, Sinqua W
Is Jacob Elordi The Next James Bond? Matt Reeves Drops Batman II Photos
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Jacob Elordi for James Bond is picking up steam, Matt Reeves Batman II set photos, The Odyssey trailer drama, Planet of the Apes taps Matt Shakman for next installment, Sneider's Top Gun 3 directors updates, Melissa Barrera’s accuses actors of being scabs for Scream 7, Monkeypaw staff reduction, Greta Gerwig's Narnia gets a full thea
'Michael 2' in the Works, MBJ's Battlefield Ignites Bidding War, James Bond Update
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk 'Michael 2' is in the wokrs but will Antoine Fuqua return to direct it, Jame Gunn's updates on DC with the Authority and Paradise Lost series and that Lanterns trailer fiasco, Michael B Jordan's Battlefield project sparks a bidding war, a Paradise Lost movie is coming from Roger Avary, Disclosure day aliens photos, Django and Zorro t
MICHAEL Director Antoine Fuqua Reportedly Left Movie in 2025, Miami Vice '85 Is On | THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Meger vote, Miami Vice 85 is a go with MBJ and Austin Butler, DC's Clayface teaser trailer, Coyote vs Acme trailer, Leviticus trailer, Curry Barker to direct Texas Chainsaw, our thoughts on the Michael' biopic and the backlash against critics from the Michael Jackson fans, Joseph Kosinski NOT directing Top Gun 3, Steven Caple Jr dire
CinemaCon Recap, Dune 3 vs Doomsday, Man of Tomorrow Casting, Ellison’s Paramount BS
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider return from CinemaCon to recap the big events, announcements, trailers and footage from the week. They also discuss Dune 3 vs Doomsday and how both studios are keeping the Dec 18th release date, Man of Tomorrow casting, Paramount’s David Ellison vs The Ankler’s Richard Rushfield and his appearance at the Con and skipping the congressional
NEW X-Men Casting Rumors, James Gunn vs Trades Over Man of Tomorrow Casting - THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Jeff's breaking story of NEW X-Men casting rumors for the MCU movie, James Gunn shooting down more Man of Tomorrow casting rumors, our CinemaCon preview, the Jeff Shell debacle at Paramount, Disney wanting shorter and cheaper Avatar sequels, Soderbergh and his AI announcement for a new movie, X-Men new writers announced, Emerald Fenn
Sadie Sink Reportedly Leading MCU Mutant Saga, Super Mario Galaxy Sparks Battles
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk the reports that Sadie Sink's Jean Grey is set to lead the MCU's Mutant Saga, a judge guts almost all of Blake Lively's sexual harassment suit against Justin Baldoni, the Super Mario Galaxy Movie sparking debates between fans and critics, Weapons prequel gets a writer, Blair Witch reboot gets a director, Scream 8 gets a writer, Kathr
Avengers Doomsday To Take Jumanji 3's December Date? Sadie Sink CONFIRMED As Jean Grey
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Jumanji 3 moving to Xmas and if that will mean that Avengers: Doomsday moves up a week, Disney cancelling their OpenAI deal and what it means for AI, the Harry Potter, Apex and Moana trailers, Kevin Costner and Jake Gyllenhaal for a new Scott Cooper film, Stephen Colbert’s LOTR movie, Project Hail Mary sequel in the works, Willem Daf
Tom Cruise Eyed for Miami Vice Villain Role, Viggo Mortensen in Talks for Batman 2?
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Tom Cruise rumored to be playing the villain in Miami Vice reboot, Robert De Niro turning down The Batman 2, but Viggo Mortensen is in talks for it, Netflix responding to Matt Damon over repeating plot points drama, AI version of Val Kilmer in a movie, Sarah Michelle Gellar pushes a false Buffy narrative to escape blame, Michaela Coe
Aaron Pierre Reportedly in Man of Tomorrow, Daniel Craig Turns Down The Batman 2
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Sneider's scoop that Aaron Pierre's John Stewart will be in Man of Tomorrow and if this is a hint that a soft launch of the Justice League is happening here, Kate Winslet for The Hunt for Gollum, Daniel Craig turns down The Batman 2, Universal extending theatrical windows, Kevin Williamson not returning for Scream 8, Supergirl change
Daniel Craig for Christopher Dent in The Batman 2? Game of Thrones Movie In the Works
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider talk Daniel Craig reportedly being offered the role of Christopher Dent in The Batman 2, a Game of Thrones movie is reportedly in the works, the trailers for Beef and Lanterns, Lee Isaac Chung leaves Oceans 11 prequel, Sir Ben Kingsley for Sonic 4, is Timothee Chalamet’s Oscar in trouble? The Bride review, Netflix acquires Ben Affleck’s A
SCREAM 7 Review, Paramount's New WB Plans, Netflix Talks "Irrational" Bidding Process
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider bring you their review of Scream 7 and also talk Paramount's new plans for WB, Netflix;'s Ted Sarandos makes new comments about losing out on WB, the Scary Movie 6 trailer. and more!#scream #scream7 #paramount #WB #disney #netflix #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha __________________________________________________________________________
Paramount WB Deal in Trouble Already? Max Landis Writing GI Joe Movie, Bale In Heat 2
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the shocking exit of Netflix from the WB bidding with Paramount odds on favorite to win, but is the deal already in trouble? They also talk the news that Max Landis is writing a GI JOE movie for Paramount, the BAFTA's controversial incident with Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo, Jonathan Majors selling out to The Daily Wire, Chri
James Gunn Fast Tracks Batman 3? Jacob Elordi Rumored to Have Met for James Bond
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Paramount's new offensive to get WB is working, James Gunn delaying Brave and the Bold until after Batman 3, Jacob Elordi rumored to have met with Denis Villenueve over Bond casting, Tom Cruise courting Chloe Zhao for MI 9, Steven Soderbergh’s first comments on Ben Solo movie, Tom Noonan and Robert Duvall tributes, the Wuthering H
Stellan Skarsgard Reportedly Turns Down Batman 2 Role, F1 Sequel, Mummy 4 Greenlit - THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the new casting in Sam Mendes's The Beatles movies, Bruckheimer reveals that there is an F1 Sequel in the works, Brendan Fraser and Rachel Wiesz officially sign on to The Mummy 4, the new moves by Paramount to get WBD over Netflix, James Van der Beek and Bud Cort's passings, Mike Flanagan directing a theatrical version of The Mist
Pirates of the Caribbean Reboot is On, Avengers Doomsday To Decide Secret Wars Split? | THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Disney selects Josh D'Amaro as new CEO, Pirates of the Caribbean reboot is on with Depp and Robbie, A24 acquires Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise, Adam Driver confirmed for Heat 2, Doomsday to decide if Secret Wars split into two, Pedro Pascal replaces Joaquin Phoenix in Todd Haynes’s film, Scream 7 TV spot teases darker entry, N
James Gunn Defends Christina Hodson, Steve Rogers, Doom and F4 To Team Up in Doomsday
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss The Beatles movies first looks, the new details over the Safdie brothers split, James Gunn calling out the Christina Hodson haters, Odessa A’zion dropping out of A24's 'Deep Cuts' after online backlash, the first poster for the new RAMBO movie, Netflix distributing the Gundam movie with Sydney Sweeney, a new Dirty Dancing sequel
SINNERS Breaks Oscars Nominations Record, DCU's Batman Taps Birds of Prey Writer
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Sinners breaking the record for the most Oscars noms and their other Oscars nominations thoughts, Christina Hodson is writing the DCU Batman Brave and the Bold movie, It Ends with Us texts gossip explode and tarnish everyone, Kathleen Kennedy and Filoni and Rian Johnson disagree on Star Wars stuff, Jacon Elordi for James Bond rumo
Kathleen Kennedy Officially Leaves Star Wars, 28 Years Later Bone Temple Review
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the massive news that Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as the head of Lucasfilm and what this means for Star Wars going forward! They also discusse the Golden Globes winners and if they shook up the Oscars race, their review for 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Abdy and DeLuca's comments about WB's run including their Joker 2 del
BLADE Solo Movie is Dead, Midnight Sons Is Not, DC's Plans for Batman 2 with Sebastian Stan
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the rumor that the BLADE movie is rumored to be dead and he will be introduced in the Midnight Sons. They also talk Sebastian Stan in Batman 2 and what are DC's plans for The Batman 2, Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down now and what a Dave Filoni/lynwen Brenner Lucasfilm looks like. Also, WBD rejects Paramount’s bid AGAIN, The Hous
Jordan Peele to Direct MCU Film?! 2026 Most Anticipated Movies Draft
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the rumor that Jordan Peele may be in line to direct an MCU movie. They also have their annual Most Anticipated Movies of 2026 draft and talk the new trailers for Avengers Doomsday, Stranger Things and Madden, Simu Liu's Sleeping Dogs live action adaptation getting a director, Stephen Graham for young DeNiro role in Heat 2, Timoth
BREAKING: X-Men, F4 and Wakanda Warriors To Be In Next Avengers: Doomsday Trailers!
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Marvel releasing their Avengers Doomsday teaser trailer and Sneider offers up an exclusive that the Fox X-Men and the Fantastic Four and Wakandan warriors will be the focus of two of the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday trailers, WB not moving Dune 3 away from Avengers: Doomsday, Larry Ellison backing up Paramount's bid for WB, James G
Netflix Tightens Grip on WB, SUPERGIRL Test Reactions, AVATAR: Fire and Ash Review
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Netflix tightening its grip on WB as Paramount set to be rejected again, the 'Supergirl' test screening reactions were "not great', James Cameron working on a new Terminator movie, Avatar: Fire and Ash review, Tom Cruise and Iñarritu "Digger" teaser, a new Wolverine movie is rumored to be in the works, the Oscars are moving to You
Scarlett Johansson Role in The Batman 2 Revealed! | THE HOT MIC
On this EMERGENCY episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Sneider's scoop that Scarlett Johansson will be playing Gilda Dent, Harvey Dent's wife in the upcoming Matt Reeves film THE BATMAN PART 2! They discuss what Gilda's role might be in the movie, if this is hinting at The Long Halloween story being told, who might be playing Harvey Dent and what this might mean for Matt Ree
Disney Donates $1B to AI, Paramount Panic Over WB Merger, J Law Returning to Hunger Games
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the Supergirl teaser trailer, Disney’s big AI decision, Variety reviewers leaving Sinners off their Top 10 list, Sneider's Hunger Games scoop, Heat 2 DP is Dion Beebe, Scorsese says shoot is happening with Leo and JLaw in February, 28 Years Later 3 is a go, WB rejecting Paramount’s $108B bid and Ellison cries to the WB shareholde
NETFLIX Buys WB! What's Next As Hollywood Panics |THE HOT MIC
On this emergency episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the massive and shocking news that Netflix has won the bidding war for WB over Paramount and Comcast. They dive into how this happened, why it happened so quickly, how Netflix won the bid, how Paramount lost it, Hollywood's panicked reaction, the antitrust issues and if it's even going to get approved!Netflix #WB #Paramo
ScarJo Rumored for The Batman 2 Villain, Paramount Cries "Foul" Over WB Bid Process
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the news that The Batman Part 2 will feature Scarlett Johansson, but Zoe Kravitz is not returning and Eric Messerschmidt is DPing, Paramount issues letter crying "foul" over WB bid process and claims Netflix is unfair potential winner, Quentin Tarantino takes shots at Dano and Owen Wilson and his best films of the 21st century lis
Paramount Making Rush Hour 4 for Trump, James Cameron Comes for Netflix
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the Rush Hour 4 news with Trump convincing Paramount and WB to make it, updates on the WBD sale, James Cameron’s comments on Netflix and Avatar, Sneider's Baby Boom remake story, Universal wants more Wicked sequels and is planning on them, new trailers of the week, ScarJo for the Exorcist, Othello film with Oyelowo and possibly Da
WBD Bidding War Explodes with $71M Paramount Bid, Christian Bale for HEAT 2
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the massive first round bids that are being proposed by Paramount, Comcast and Netflix for WBD today! Netlfix claims they would give theatrical releases to WB films. They also talk Christian Bale being eyed for Heat 2, David Fincher eyeing February start for Squid Game, Avengers Doomsday updates on Sadie Sink and Doom, Disney set
Sydney Sweeney vs Ruby Rose Over CHRISTY Drama, Is 2025 a Down Year for Movies?
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss the Sydney Sweeney, Ruby Rose and CHRISTY controversy, are critics going overboard with their praise of movies, the quality of 2025 movies so far, The Running Man review, Brainiac is confirmed to be the villain in Superman: Man of Tomorrow, AI issues with Michael Caine and McConaughey and Disney now opening the door to it, Nicolas
Paramount's David Ellison Remakes Hollywood, Gareth Edwards Back For Jurassic World Sequel
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Variety's massive article on Paramount's David Ellison trying to remake Hollywood into his own image. They discuss his thoughts on Star Trek, more MAGA related projects, and the need to have "tough" content. They also dive into Sneider's scoop that Gareth Edwards is returning to direct Jurassic World Sequel, The Mummy returning a
Taylor Sheridan Exits the Paramount Ranch, Writing Call of Duty Movie, Scream 7 Trailer
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Taylor Sheridan leaving Paramount for NBC Peacock and immediately cowriting a Call of Duty movie, Scream 7 and Stranger Things 5 trailers, two Road House sequels, The Conjuring prequel movie, no Imax for Spidey 4 screenings, Colin Farrell contradicts James Gunn on Sgt Rock script, Layer Cake sequel is in the works, John Williams t
Paramount Gets Closer to Buying WB, Austin Butler and Michael B. Jordan for Miami Vice Reboot
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss all the WB and Paramount updates, Austin Butler signs on for Miami Vice and is Michael B Jordan next, new AI comments from Paul Schrader and Kevin O'Leary, the Crime 101 trailer, Diablo Cody working on Jennifer's Body 2, Johnny Depp and Ti West are shooting a new Christmas Carol movie, James Gunn's new DC updates and more!#marvel
Glen Powell for MCU's NOVA, Michael Mann Talks Using AI for HEAT 2
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss MCU writer Michael Waldron hinting that Glen Powell could play NOVA in the MCU, Michael Mann's "AI" comments over HEAT 2 and his Comanche update, Michael Fassbender cast as Joseph Kennedy for a Netflix Kennedy series, Colman Domingo cast as The Cowardly Lion in Wicked for Good, The Perfect Neighbor review, Box office talk with Bla
James Gunn Rumors True or BS? WB Rejects Paramount Bid | THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss a new report claiming that James Gunn is living on borrowed time at DC if WB gets sold, WB rejecting the first Paramount bid, M Night Shyamalan's new project, box office news with Tron Ares underperforming, Jim Caviezel not returning for Passion of the Christ 2, new trailers for Predator: Badlands and The Running Man & more!PL
Heat 2 is Greenlit, Will DiCaprio Star_ Oceans 11 Franchise Returns In a Big Way _ THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, John Rocha and Jeff Sneider discuss Heat 2 being greenlit by Amazon/MG, but will Leonardo DiCaprio star in it? Plus, they discuss Abdy and DeLuca reupping at WB and greenlighting an Oceans 14 sequel and a Oceans 11 prequel, Danielle Deadwyler to lead Ryan Coogler's X-Files series reboot, Saoirse Ronan cast as Linda McCartney in The Beatles biopics from Sam Mendes, M
Is Hollywood Overreacting to AI Tilly Norwood, Jacob Elordi Eyed for James Bond
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss if Hollywood is overreacting to the AI "actress" Tilly Norwood controversy, Jacob Elordi being eyed as the new James Bond, The Batman Part 2 casting updates, Ron Howard's new film starring Adam Driver and Anne Hathaway, Glen Powell and Michael B. Jordan for Miami Vice reboot, Margot Robbie still involved in 'Pirates" reboot, The R
What Marvel Movie is Sam Raimi Directing Next, Spider-Man 4 Villain is a Shapeshifter
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the BREAKING NEWS that the Social Network sequel has been scheduled, the villain of Spider-Man Brand New Day is a shapeshifter, Marvel eyes Sam Raimi for a new project, Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese are teaming up together again, the trailers for The Bride, Wicked For Good and Mando and Grogu, the thorny situation with the
Jimmy Kimmel Returns Tomorrow, James Gunn Teases Brainiac, Mando & Grogu Trailer
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the BREAKING NEWS that Jimmy Kimmel is returning to ABC tomorrow night, James Gunn teasing Brainiac and his new quotes on Batman Brave and the Bold, the Mando and Grogu teaser trailer, Leonardo DiCaprio's Top 10 Films, Tom Holland concussion on Spider-Man Brand New Day set, Marlon Wayans thinks his films are "classics" and more!#
ABC Sidelines JIMMY KIMMEL Indefinitely, Matt Reeves Confirms Batman 2 Is Elseworlds | THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss their thought on the Jimmy Kimmel situation, Fede Alvarez's comments on Alien Romulus, Matt Reeves offers, HIM reviews are horrendous, One Battle After Another review, Paul Walter Hauser in Resident Evil, Joseph Kosinski’s Miami Vice movie update, Anaconda, Housemaid and The Lost Bus new trailers, Robert Redford tribute, Sylvester
Matt Reeves Updates Batman 2 and Penguin S2, Heat 2 News and Emmys Reactions | THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss their Emmys reactions, Matt Reeves's updates on The Batman 2 and The Penguin S2, Demon Slayer killing it at the box office, HEAT 2 updates with Leonardo DiCaprio, the new Beast In Me, Monster, and Road to Nowhere (Bruce Springsteen) trailers.#DC #batman #mattreeves #jamesgunn #emmys #leonardodicaprio #disney #TheHotMic #JeffSneide
SUPERMAN Makes $125M Profit, Warner Bros Breaks Box Office Records
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the Variety report that Superman made $125M profit and WB has had 7 movies in a row make $40M opening weekend and what it all means for WB. They also discuss the Knives Out 3, Die Bunny and Die, My Love trailers, the new Benny Safdie and Dwayne Johnson movie, amended Oscars predictions after Venice and TIFF festivals, Ryan Reynold
Superman MAN OF TOMORROW Rumors Heat Up, Spielberg's 'Call of Duty' Movie Rejected
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the updates on James Gunn's Superman "sequel" MAN OF TOMORROW and the rumored DC characters who will be in it, Steven Spielberg's attempts to direct a Call of Duty movie, Fede Alvarez leaving the ALIEN: ROMULUS sequel as director, receptions to Sydney Sweeney and Dwayne Johnson's films at Venice and the Oscar implications, trailer
STAR WARS STARFIGHTER Casts Amy Adams and Aaron Pierre_ Top 5 Summer Movies of 2025
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big Star Wars news that Amy Adams, Aaron Pierre and Skyler Gray have joined the cast of STAR WARS; STARFIGHTER. Plus, we talk DC and Marvel movie updates, trailers of the week, director news and count down our Top 5 Movies of the Summer!PLUS, John and Jeff answer all your questions. To send in a question or comment for Jeff an
James Gunn's New DC Updates, Nic Cage in True Detective S5, Disney Losing Gen Z Audience!
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss Variety's article on Disney's fear of losing its Gen Z audience, Sneider's The Archies movie scoop, James Gunn’s DC updates including Superman Saga has 4 films and a mystery DC series coming, Avengers Doomsday and Spider-Man: Brand New Day casting and updates, the trailers for Anemone, Ballad of a Small Player, Good Boy, and Maste
Zoe Kravitz Not in The Batman 2, Tarantino Says 'Basterds" Is His Masterpiece - THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss Zoe Kravitz not being in The Batman 2, Quentin Tarantino calling 'Inglourious Basterds' his "masterpiece", Gandalf and Frodo returning for Serkis's LOTR movie, Gal Gadot blaming politics for Snow White's underperforming, Sharon Stone’s comments on Basic Instinct remake, Legendary in talks with Paramount for global deal, YouTube fo
James Gunn Talks Superman Saga, New Avengers: Doomsday Casting News
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss James Gunn revealing a Superman saga and if Margot Robbie will return to the DCU, James Bond casting updates according to THR, Universal buying the Jason Bourne rights, Johnny Depp in a new Pirates installment update, 'Weapons' prequel film rumors, Ryan Reynolds teasing Deadpool appearing in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, 'Ma
JAMES GUNN Denies Robin Rumor, Carrie Coon for Spidey 4?
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the James Gunn's response to Sneider's scoop that Robin will be in The Batman Part 2, our review of WEAPONS, the prequel John Rambo film may have snagged Noah Centineo as their lead and Carrie Coon might be a villain in the new Spider-Man movie!#DC #marvel #jamesgunn #spiderman #batman #weapons #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha _
NEW DC Updates with Superman, The Batman 2, Gina Carano Settles Disney Suit
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the new Superman sequel and The Batman Part 2 updates, Gina Carano's lawsuit being settled with Disney, Paramount Skydance merger is complete, Eden, The Cut, Him, If I Had Legs and Adulthood trailers, Bob Iger’s comments on Disney’s direction and Hulu app, ESPN, WWE and NFL deals, Matt Smith in Star Wars Starfighter, Mel Gibson s
Fantastic 4 Box Office Is BIG Trouble for Marvel, HEAT 2 Stalls at WB
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the Fantastic Four's second weekend box office falling back down to Earth. James Gunn's DC comments, new trailers, HEAT 2 is being rejected by WB at $170M but Leonardo DiCaprio might be in talks for the movie and more!#Marvel #fantasticfour #kevinfeige #TheHotMic #JeffSneider #JohnRocha ____________________________________________
Marvel X-MEN, Black Panther 3 Updates, Steven Knight Tapped to Write James Bond - THE HOT MIC
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Steven Knight tapped to write James Bond movie, Lee Isaac Chung in talks for Ocean's 11 prequel with Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie to star, Marvel Updates on X-Men, Blade and Black Panther 3, The Social Network II Casting rumors, James Gunn announces he's writing a Superman 2 seque
WONDER WOMAN Directors List, South Park Takes On Trump and Paramount
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Hulk Hogan's passing, South Park possibly threatening the Paramount merger, Ilya Naishuller to direct Road House 2, new One Battler After Another Trailer, Michael Jackson biopic officially delayed to 2026, Chad Stahelski To Direct Politically-Charged Mass Deportation Action Movie, I
Kevin Feige Tells MCU Half Truths on Marvel's Future, Kang vs Doom and Blade
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Kevin Feige telling half truths about MCU's past, present and future. James Gunn's recent DC comments and if he's STILL putting himself too front and center. Our Malcolm Jamal Warner tribute, Ana Nogueira tapped to write 'WONDER WOMAN' for DC, Adria Arjona cast in The Thomas Crown A
DC Updates- Wonder Woman, Superman, Batman II, Supergirl, The Odyssey Tix Drama
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including all the new DC udpates on Wonder Woman, The Batman II, Superman, Supergirl and more. The new trailers for Mortal Kombay II, Stranger Things S5, After the Hunt and Tron Ares, The Odyssey Tickets Fiasco, I Know What You Did Last Summer review and more!_________________________________
'SUPERMAN' Review, Batman Speculation, and Box Office Analysis
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss 'SUPERMAN' 's release over the weekend and bring you their review of the film, the sequel conversations happening around the movie, the box office controversy, and when we'll see a Batman confirmed for the new James Gunn led DC universe.PLUS, John and Jeff answer all your questions. To send in a question or comment for Jeff and Jo
SUPERMAN Box Office and RT Scores Questioned, Superhero Movie Villains Draft
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including all the 'SUPERMAN' controversies over the reactions and reviews to the fil, its RT score, and the box office predictions for the movie. They also discuss the new Red Sonja trailer, updates on Kenobi S2, Transformers and that Indiana Jones reboot, Michael Madsen tribute, Jaume Collet
Christopher Nolan's 'THE ODYSSEY' Trailer Leaks, James Gunn's Weird Attack of Online Critics
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including Christopher Nolan's 'THE ODYSSEY' trailer which leaked online. Also, an F1 The Movie sequel is in the works, Edgar Wright's 'The Running Man and Lord and Miller's 'Project Hail Mary' trailers, 'Megan 2.0' box office, 'Brian O'Conner returning to F&F, behind the scenes PIXAR dram
Denis Villeneuve To Direct Next JAMES BOND Film! HEAT 2 Is In The Works!
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the big entertainment news of the week including the massive news that Denis Villeneuve has been tapped to direct the next JAMES BOND film. Plus Aaron Sorkin is writing a sequel to The Social Network, Doug Liman is directing an adaptation of Stephen King's The Stand, the new Fantastic 4: First Steps and Eden trailers, Ironheart re
Are Theaters Dead in 20 Years? PIXAR Movies Draft, Blade Update
On this episode of THE HOT MIC, Jeff Sneider and John Rocha discuss the new survey detailing how most U.S. Exhibition execs think ‘Traditional’ Moviegoing Has Less Than 20 Years as Viable Business Model,’ explore Johnny Depp attempting a comeback with his new film “Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness" and his thoughts on Me Too, their reactions to the latest BLADE rumors, and their PIXAR Movie
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