Sean Fennessey

Mentioned in 15 analyzed podcast episodes across 7 shows

Appears On

The Big Picture The Rewatchables Blank Check with Griffin & David House of R The Bill Simmons Podcast The Zach Lowe Show 60 Songs That Explain the '90s

Episode Appearances

The Big Picture · May 18, 2026

The 1976 Movie Draft

“Co-host of The Big Picture; leads draft discussion and curates thematic analysis of 1976 cinema”

1976 cinema as transitional moment between New Hollywood and blockbuster eraTheatrical scarcity versus on-demand accessibility and cultural impactInternational film eligibility and release date ambiguity in retrospective drafts

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The Big Picture · May 15, 2026

The 10 Best Horror Movies of the Year … So Far. Plus: The New Scary Movie Royalty, and ‘Obsession,’ With Curry Barker!

“Co-host and primary interviewer for the episode”

YouTube as filmmaker development platformHorror film production on sub-$1M budgetsWish fulfillment narratives in horror

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The Big Picture · May 7, 2026

The Physical Media High Council Reconvenes!

“Host and organizer of Physical Media High Council; leads discussion on state of physical media industry”

Physical media market bifurcation: boutique labels vs. major studiosFilm preservation and streaming service impermanence4K vs. Blu-ray technology and future-proofing concerns

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The Rewatchables · May 5, 2026

‘There’s Something About Mary’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey

“Co-host and author of Projections newsletter discussing film and comedy”

Comedy film construction and screenwriting architectureR-rated comedy as commercial and cultural phenomenonPhysical comedy vs. digital effects in filmmaking

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The Big Picture · Apr 27, 2026

The 'Star Wars' Movie Draft

“Primary host and architect of the Star Wars draft format with specific category rules”

Star Wars Film Ranking and Comparative AnalysisFandom Psychology and Generational AttachmentPrequel Rehabilitation and Critical Reappraisal

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Blank Check with Griffin & David · Apr 19, 2026

The Mosquito Coast with Sean Fennessey

“Guest co-host discussing The Mosquito Coast and broader film criticism; hosts The Big Picture podcast”

Harrison Ford's career arc and typecastingPeter Weir's directorial vision and thematic preoccupations1986 box office landscape and commercial viability

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The Rewatchables · Mar 31, 2026

‘L.A. Confidential’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Andy Greenwald

“Co-host of The Big Picture; participant in L.A. Confidential analysis and Oscar history discussion”

Literary adaptation strategy and selective fidelity1950s Los Angeles corruption and police brutalityMasculine archetypes in post-WWII American cinema

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House of R · Mar 17, 2026

‘The Martian’ Revisited, With Amanda Dobbins

“Co-host of The Big Picture; mentioned regarding Knox's Star Wars interest and Grogu toy gift”

Ridley Scott's career resurgence in 2015Drew Goddard's screenwriting process and adaptation philosophyAndy Weir's approach to hard science fiction and crowdsourced research

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The Big Picture · Jan 14, 2026

The 2026 Movie Auction

“Co-host conducting 2026 movie auction; final slate includes Odyssey ($926), Toy Story 5, Narnia, Digger, Jack of Spades.”

2026 Film Slate Analysis and Box Office PredictionsChristopher Nolan's Odyssey Production and CastingStreaming vs. Theatrical Distribution Strategy

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The Rewatchables · Jan 6, 2026

A 2026 Rewatchables Mailbag

“Co-host contributing to film analysis and category suggestions throughout the mailbag episode”

Streaming vs. Cable: Impact on Movie DiscoveryFilm Runtime Optimization and PacingRewatchability and Social Context

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The Bill Simmons Podcast · Jan 2, 2026

Maye Vs. Stafford, Week 18 Picks & the 21 Best 21st Century Sports Movies With Peter Schrager, Joe House, and Sean Fennessey

“Ringer editor and film expert discussing 21 best sports movies of 21st century with Simmons”

NFL MVP Voting Methodology and BiasDrake May vs Matthew Stafford MVP DebateStrength of Schedule Impact on MVP Awards

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The Rewatchables · Dec 30, 2025

Bill’s 50 Most Rewatchable Movies of the 21st Century | With Sean Fennessey and Chris Ryan

“Co-host of The Rewatchables; hosts The Big Picture podcast; provides critical analysis of films”

Movie rewatchability metrics and personal viewing habitsComedy film production trends and decline of theatrical comediesSports movies and their cultural staying power

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The Zach Lowe Show · Dec 11, 2025

OKC’s Dominance, NBA Cup Preview, and Mega-Trades With Howard Beck! Plus, Mets Corner With Sean Fennessey.

“Guest for Mets Corner segment discussing Mets offseason and baseball analysis”

Oklahoma City Thunder's 24-1 record and championship oddsNBA mega-trades and draft capital valuationGiannis Antetokounmpo trade market and suitors

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The Zach Lowe Show · Dec 4, 2025

Finding Potential Giannis Trades With Kirk Goldsberry. Plus, Sean Fennessey Joins for Mets Corner.

“Guest discussing Mets offseason moves, Pete Alonso negotiations, and Francisco Lindor dynamics”

Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Scenarios and Bucks FutureOklahoma City Thunder's 21-1 Record and Championship ContentionNBA Free Throw Rate Trends and Officiating Strategy

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60 Songs That Explain the '90s · May 28, 2025

“No One Knows”—Queens of the Stone Age

“Guest discussing Queens of the Stone Age, personal listening history, and rock band analysis”

Queens of the Stone Age band history and evolutionJosh Homme as rock frontman archetypeKyuss influence on Queens' sonic development

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