Universal Pictures
Mentioned in 31 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Universal Pictures (company) A major film studio known for producing and distributing major franchise films including Jurassic World, Fast & Furious, and Super Mario Galaxy, as well as prestige releases like Wicked. The studio is frequently discussed in entertainment podcasts for its blockbuster tentpole releases, marketing strategies, theatrical window decisions, and IP revival efforts such as the Universal Monsters reboot. Podcasts also reference Universal's historical involvement in classic film and radio productions, including the Sherlock Holmes series.
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Episode Mentions
Zero to Well-Read · Apr 21, 2026
James by Percival Everett
“Acquired film adaptation rights to James with Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment attached to executive produce; Taika Waititi in early talks to direct”
My Brother, My Brother And Me · Apr 13, 2026
MBMBaM 809: Lesser Luigi Model
“Distributor of Super Mario Bros. Movie Galaxy; discussed box office performance and casting decisions”
Blank Check with Griffin & David · Apr 12, 2026
Witness with Amanda Dobbins
“Had previously worked with Harrison Ford; he was reportedly unhappy with them, influencing his availability for Witness”
Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio · Apr 10, 2026
Sherlock Holmes: Baconian Cipher 05/27/1946 (Rathbone & Bruce)
“Nigel Bruce appears through courtesy of Universal, where he was starring in the Sherlock Holmes film series”
Film Threat · Apr 8, 2026
Hollywood on the Rocks: American History X Screenwriter David McKenna
“Former head Donna Langley declared 'we're never making a drama again' after mid-budget film underperformance, marking industry shift away from character dramas”
Hollywood Gold · Apr 8, 2026
LEGALLY BLONDE: How Reese Witherspoon Learned to Bend & Snap
“Studio where Mark Platt's first-look deal was held; passed on the project”
Horror Queers · Apr 8, 2026
Slither (2006)
“Distributed Slither through deal with Gold Circle Films; declined to screen for critics initially”
Breaking Bread with Tom Papa · Apr 7, 2026
Episode 316 - Bobby Moynihan
“Mentioned in context of Silver Surfer quarters controversy where they printed character images on currency”
Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio · Apr 3, 2026
Sherlock Holmes: Uneasy Chair 05/13/1946 (Rathbone & Bruce)
“Nigel Bruce appears courtesy of Universal, where he was starring in the Sherlock Holmes film series”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Apr 3, 2026
Logan, Peer, and Brian Review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (Spoiler-Free!) - NVC 806
“Distributor of the Super Mario Galaxy movie; uses its IP (Jurassic Park dinosaur roar) in the film”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
Last of Us Online was 80% Complete?! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.02.26
“Distributing Super Mario Galaxy movie, estimating $128.2M three-day and $186M five-day opening weekends”
Maintenance Phase · Apr 1, 2026
Russell Brand Part 2
“Produced 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' (2008), Brand's breakthrough Hollywood role that launched his US career”
Get Played · Mar 30, 2026
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Podcast with Jack Black, Benny Safdie, Anya Taylor-Joy, Keegan Michael Key, Chris Pratt, Charlie Day and Donald Glover
“Distributor of Super Mario Galaxy movie; sponsored podcast trip to Japan for premiere coverage”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 27, 2026
Sony is Raising PS5 Prices AGAIN - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.27.26
“Producing Super Mario Galaxy movie featuring Glenn Powell as Star Fox, demonstrating gaming IP cinematic expansion”
Call Her Daddy · Mar 27, 2026
Adam Devine: BDE & Pitch Perfect (FBF)
“Produced Pitch Perfect, the acapella comedy film where Adam Devine was cast”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 27, 2026
Graham Parker + Wyclef Jean (Carolla Classics)
“Film studio releasing Judd Apatow's 'This Is 40' which features Graham Parker performing with The Rumour”
Last Podcast On The Left · Mar 20, 2026
Last Interview on the Left: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
“Producing the Mummy reboot with Radio Silence, part of Universal Monsters IP revival strategy”
IndieWire: Screen Talk · Mar 13, 2026
Praise for "Project Hail Mary"; Predicting the Oscar Shorts; SXSW Preview
“Extended theatrical windows from 3 weeks to 5-7 weeks, reversing pandemic-era strategy”
1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories & The Best of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle · Mar 1, 2026
THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS and DOUBLE ZERO THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES
“Film studio providing Nigel Bruce for the Sherlock Holmes radio series through courtesy arrangement”
Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio · Feb 27, 2026
Sherlock Holmes: Camberwell Poisoning 02/18/1946 Rathbone & Bruce
“Film studio providing Nigel Bruce for the Sherlock Holmes radio series production”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Feb 16, 2026
Charlie Puth
“Studio behind Fast & Furious franchise; 'See You Again' featured in movie, launching Puth's career”
Literally! With Rob Lowe · Feb 16, 2026
Dermot Mulroney: Kombucha Trouble (Re-Release)
“Studio behind Jurassic World franchise films where Mulroney performed on John Williams scores”
The Town with Matthew Belloni · Feb 5, 2026
The Behind-the-Scenes Jockeying for $10M Super Bowl Ads
“Studio planning Super Bowl ads for Mario movie and Minions 3 with undisclosed creative stunts”
WHAT WENT WRONG · Jan 30, 2026
Oscars 2026: Sinners & One Battle After Another
“Released Wicked for Good, Jurassic World Rebirth, How to Train Your Dragon in 2025; competitor in prestige and franchise markets”
WHAT WENT WRONG · Jan 26, 2026
The Interview
“Entered first-look deal with Amy Pascal's production company after she left Sony”
The Big Picture · Jan 14, 2026
The 2026 Movie Auction
“Disclosure Day and other tentpoles discussed; studio strategy for creating awareness through early marketing campaigns noted.”
SmartLess · Dec 11, 2025
"RE-RELEASE: Adam Sandler"
“Studio that greenlit Billy Madison with $6 million budget based on producer's track record with low-budget profitable films”
The Daily · Nov 23, 2025
Sunday Special: Wicked, Good?
“Distributor of Wicked and Wicked for Good films”
Trash Taste Podcast · Oct 31, 2025
We Watched the Worst Movie of All Time | Trash Taste #280
“Originally developed 'War of the Worlds' for theatrical release before selling to Amazon Prime Video”
Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Sep 30, 2025
Kristen Wiig
“Distributed Bridesmaids, the breakout film that launched Wiig's movie career while still on SNL”
WEAPONIZED with Jeremy Corbell & George Knapp · Jun 10, 2025
The UFO Propaganda Machine - Eighty Years Of Lies & Disinformation
“In development of film adaptation of Ernie Cline's novel Armada dealing with reverse engineering UAP technology”