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Ken and Andy return to Castle Rock for another round of Stephen King adaptations, and this time the ride gets weird. The boys tackle the early-’90s CGI trip The Lawnmower Man in a full Better Than Gigli segment, asking the hard question: is this cyber-thriller a misunderstood gem or just lawn clippings? Then it’s on to two very different King stories — the claustrophobic, nerve-wracking Gerald’s Game and the long-rumored dystopian saga The Long Walk.

From virtual reality gods to handcuff horror to a deadly march through America’s heartland, we decide which ones are worth your cash, your bandwidth, or none at all.

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This week, Ken and Andy dive headfirst into the wild world of animation! We’re rolling through three very different animated adventures: the trippy cult-classic Heavy Metal (1981), Pixar’s latest family-friendly cosmic quest Elio (2025), and the neon-fueled, music-powered chaos of K-Pop: Demon Hunters.

From hard rock space operas to heartfelt alien misunderstandings to magical idol battles, we cover it all—while asking the big question: are these movies worth your cash, worth a sneaky stream, or not worth your time at all?

Grab your headphones, crank up the volume, and join us for a colorful ride through animation history, hype, and hilarity—only on Pass, Pirate, Pay.

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This week Ken and Andy open the nursery door into the world of evil offspring and spine-tingling child terror. Our theme: Creepy Kids.

👶 First up, we take on The First Omen (2024), a stylish prequel that tries to recapture the devilish dread of the classic franchise.
🧸 Then we move into chilling psychological territory with Bring Her Back, where parental fears and supernatural twists collide.
🔪 And finally, Weapons, a nightmare-fuel anthology of young innocence turned sinister.

As always, we ask the big question: are these flicks worth the ticket price, a cheeky torrent, or just skipping altogether? Stick around for laughs, deep-cut film geekery, and a rating that could land anywhere from Pass, Pirate, or Pay.

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This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, Ken and Andy dive headfirst into the spooky, swoony world of Horroromance—where scares meet love stories. We’re breaking down three very different entries in the genre: the Norwegian supernatural coming-of-age thriller Thelma (2017), the heartfelt Your Monster, and the quirky indie romance Together.

Joining us for the ride is film producer Thomas Mahoney, whose work spans indie features and festival favorites. Thomas brings a behind-the-scenes perspective on how films like these come to life, and we’re thrilled to have his insight in the mix.

As always, stick around to hear whether these horror-tinged love stories earn a Pass, deserve a cheeky Pirate, or are truly worth the Pay.

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In this one-off Better Than Gigli deep dive, we grab our space helmets and bandanas to explore the inexplicable, unproduced fever dream that is Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds. We talk alien invasions with West Coast swagger, debate whether tripod walkers would be improved with hydraulics and spinning rims, and imagine what happens when “Today Was a Good Day” meets “The End of the World as We Know It.” Join us as we break down the premise, the potential, and why it still might have been better than Gigli.

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🎙️ New Episode: Red, White & Reel — Right-Wing Cinema Explored
This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, Ken and the gang dive headfirst into the world of right-wing cinema with a triple feature that’s as ideologically loaded as it is conversation-worthy. First up, the vigilante fantasy Sound of Freedom — a box office juggernaut that sparked a culture war. Then it's on to Sovereign, a lesser-known indie film with liberty on the brain and paranoia in its veins. Finally, Eddington rounds out the lineup with a stoic, flag-waving take on American exceptionalism. Are these films propaganda, passion projects, or something in between? Tune in as we debate what’s worth your time, what’s worth pirating, and what you can safely pass.

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This week, Ken dives deep into the world of lighthearted documentaries—but things get weird fast. From a secret apartment hidden in a mall to the uniquely charming life of “My Mom Jayne,” and finally, the truly unforgettable saga of the Trainwreck: Poop Cruise, we’re peeling back the curtain on some of the quirkiest true stories out there.
Expect laughter, disbelief, and maybe a few mild existential crises.

🍿 Docs featured:

• Secret Mall Apartment
• My Mom Jayne
• Trainwreck: Poop Cruise

Grab your popcorn and your curiosity—Ken’s going to the doc.

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🧟‍♂️ This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, Ken and Andy are crawling out of the grave to sink their teeth into three undead entries in the zombie genre: the quiet heartbreak of Maggie (2015), the meditative Scandinavian dread of Handling the Undead (2024), and the surprise resurrection sequel 28 Years Later… (2025).

Do these flicks breathe new life into the genre, or are they just more shambling corpses in a crowded graveyard? Tune in as your hosts (and occasional guest groans) break down what’s worth your cash, what’s worth a stream, and what you should leave buried.

Grab your crossbow and your moral ambiguity—it’s zombie night on Pass, Pirate, Pay!

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