Nostalgia Critic
This is a list of episodes for the internet television series The Nostalgia Critic. The show involves The Nostalgia Critic (played by Chicago comedian Douglas Walker), often referred to as simply The Critic, reviewing movies and television series from the 1980s and 1990s, most of which are negative reviews.
The series was initially launched on YouTube before moving to an independent site, That Guy with the Glasses, run by production company Channel Awesome. In April 2008 the videos were removed from YouTube but an arrangement between the company and content host Blip.tv in 2009 resulted in them being featured on YouTube once more.[1][2] The show averages 100,000 to 200,000 viewers per week.[3][4] The Nostalgia Critic show alone generated $32,000 in income during the third quarter of the 2009 fiscal year.[2][3]
The most common format is the Nostalgia Critic sitting in front of table and reviewing a given film or television series. The reviews are intercut with scenes from the subject of review or relevant other media (frequently as part of a running gag). Some episodes are "Top 11" lists, in which the Nostalgia Critic counts down his selection of, for example, the Top 11 Scariest Nostalgic Moments. Rarely, non-review episodes are released, as information, special events or part of a story arc.
Key
The episode list is divided into years, based on the date of release:-
| Year | Episodes | First episode | Final episode | |
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| 2008 | 54 | Transformers (2007) | Jingle All the Way (1996) | |
| 2009 | 55 a | Nicktoons | "Ernest Saves Christmas" (1988) a | |
The episode lists are laid out as follows:-
| # | Title | Link | Length | Release date |
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| #b | "Episode Title" | [Link]c | mm:ssd | 12 November 2024e |
| Brief description of the episode. This may also include one or more of the following notes:- Introducing: The first appearances of any running gags or repeated series elements. Guest starring: Any guest stars appearing in the episode. Cameo: Any brief cameo appearances in the episode by other people or other characters played by Douglas Walker. Note: A brief note about any unusual features of the episode. | ||||
- Notes
- ^a Correct for latest episode to be released at time of writing. The series is ongoing and new episodes will be released over time.
- ^b The episode number.
- ^c External link to streaming video of the episode.
- ^d Length of the episode, in "minutes:seconds" format.
- ^e The date the episode was released. Where applicable, release dates are based on their first posting on That Guy with the Glasses, and not their original release on YouTube.
2008 episodes
The character of the Nostalgia Critic and the format of the series developed over the initial episodes. The Critic is uncharacteristically hyper in the first episode as compared to later episodes. This became the springboard for the character Chester A. Bum (also played by Douglas Walker) and the Bum Reviews (using additional elements from episode nine). The Critic is first seen sitting in his chair in the second episode. This episode is also the first time he wields a pistol and in which his catchphrase is first used: "Hello, I'm the Nostalgia Critic. I remember it so you don't have to." The character's appearance is defined in the fourth episode. Episode seven features the first "Top Eleven" list along with the catchphrase "Why top 11? Because I like to go one step beyond." The 2008 episodes strongly feature an ongoing plot involving a fake feud with the Angry Video Game Nerd (played by James D. Rolfe).
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| 1 | "Transformers: The Movie Review" | [1] | 02:15 | April 6, 2008 | |
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The Critic speed-talks through a synopsis of Transformers (2007) before fainting from exhaustion at the end. | |||||
| 2 | "Drug Cartoon Special" | [2] | 07:30 | April 8, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Cartoon All-Stars to the Rescue (1990) and is put off by the fact that classic cartoon characters, Bugs Bunny and Simon Seville in particular, know what illegal drugs are. He is also baffled when he finds out that George H. W. Bush introduces the special. Introducing: "Hello, I'm the Nostalgia Critic" catchphrase; The Critic commiting suicide. | |||||
| 3 | "Cloverfield Trailer Review" | [3] | 04:07 | April 8, 2008 | |
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The Critic speculates, prior to its release, about the plot of Cloverfield (2008). This speculation conflates into "Giant Robot Donkey Kong Jesus riding on a puff of smoke". | |||||
| 4 | "Power Rangers: A Look Back" | [4] | 08:46 | April 9, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995). He admits he was never a fan of the franchise and exclaims that the plot makes no sense. He also believes that the cast change for the yellow and black Power Rangers was racially motivated since the actor in the yellow suit was Asian and the actor in the Black suit was African-American. Introducing: White shirt and red tie. "Wah-wah" and shrug gag. | |||||
| 5 | "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Launch" | [5] | 08:18 | April 10, 2008 | |
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The Critic attends a midnight launch party for J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, which ends up with him pulling a Spoiler Alert for some of his viewers who have not yet read the book. | |||||
| 6 | "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movies" | [6] | 11:00 | April 11, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (1993). He states that the movies were more like homework assignments; praising the first two but criticizing the third. The Critic never actually reviews the third movie because after watching five minutes of it he is horrified by what he saw and resorts to screaming in his bath tub. The Critic is also confused when the Shredder in the first movie survives getting crushed, but the Super Shredder in the second movie can't even survive falling into a pier. He also criticizes April O'Neil's costume design in the movie, but praises the puppet work of Jim Henson. He also believes that the second movie was made more for kids due to the violence and cursing in the first movie. | |||||
| 7 | "Top 11 Scariest Nostalgic Moments" | [7] | 09:14 | April 12, 2008 | |
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11. The Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz (1939) 10. The Tunnel scene from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) 9. The semi-subliminal demonic face in the villain song from The Care Bears Adventure in Wonderland (1987) 8. The Headless Horseman from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (1949) 7. Beetlejuice's snake appearance from Beetlejuice (1988) 6. Ghostbusters (1984-1989) 5. Child Catcher from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) 4. Large Marge from Pee Wee's Big Adventure (1985) 3. Judge Doom from Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) 2. The clown doll from Poltergeist (1982) 1. The Banshee from Darby O'Gill and the Little People (1959) Introducing: The "Why top 11?" catchphrase. | |||||
| 8 | "Super Mario Bros.: The Movie" | [8] | 09:24 | April 13, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Super Mario Bros: The Movie (1993). He states that Dennis Hopper, playing Koopa, gave the worst performance. He also states that the chemistry between Luigi and Daisy is more confusing than Tom Cruise and any actor he dated. The Critic even criticizes the movie for not even resembling the video game and believes that the directors really went out of their way to make the Goombas not even come close to resembling their video game counterparts. In the end he states that it is very ironic that two people directed the movie. Introducing: The "Or do they?" close up gag. | |||||
| 9 | "Cloverfield" | [9] | 04:14 | April 14, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Cloverfield (2008), expressing rage over the The Monster then reenacting the movie himself. | |||||
| 10 | "Street Fighter + Mortal Kombat: The Movie Reviews Part 1" | [10] | 08:17 | April 15, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Street Fighter (1994). While admiring Raul Julia's final performance he lambastes the rest of movie, such as the large amount of action scenes, confusing story, and huge cast. However he states that there is one funny part and even decides to show it to the viewers. Introducing: The M. Bison "Of Course!" sight gag in response to references to taking over the world. | |||||
| 11 | "Street Fighter + Mortal Kombat: The Movie Reviews Part 2" | [11] | 07:32 | April 16, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Mortal Kombat (1995). The Critic claims he knew this movie would be bad the moment he read the "PG-13" rating and realized there would be much less gore than the Mortal Kombat video game. The Critic constantly criticizes Johnny Cage's cheap one-liners, and is baffled when Sonya goes from being very tough in the beginning of the movie and becomes a wimp towards the end. He also states that a lot of characters could of been cool but they instead talk the whole time, and states that the flow of the movie is "Raiden talks, and people fight". He even makes a joke that Scorpion doesn't talk because he has a skeleton head, and Sub-Zero doesn't talk because he is charging an ice beam from his crotch. He however does state that Gorro was actually a decent effect. | |||||
| 12 | "Space Jam Review" | [12] | 11:16 | April 17, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Space Jam (1996). The Critic notes on how this version of the Looney Tunes is just not funny and believes that Michael Jordan was followed around with cameras with no clue he was in a movie. He also states that Lola Bunny was just a character they made to use as a sex symbol, since she has no personality and is baffled when Bill Murray makes an appearance in the movie. In similar fashion to how his Super Mario Bros. movie review ended he finds it very ironic that 5 people wrote the movie and none of them knew what they were writing. | |||||
| 13 | "Angry Video Game Nerd Rant" | [13] | 02:16 | April 18, 2008 | |
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After many users leave comments about him on the critic's videos which remark how similar his reviews are, he starts a feud with fellow satirical reviewer, The Angry Video Game Nerd. | |||||
| 14 | "Angry Video Game Nerd Rant Part 2" | [14] | 04:47 | April 19, 2008 | |
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After the Angry Video Game Nerd responds to the first rant, the Critic attempts to see if there is a hidden meaning in his reply. What follows is a parody centered around the movie Pi but with references to several other movies. Introducing: The "Nerd" gag where the Nostalgia Critic points into the air or at the Angry Video Game Nerd and yells "NERD!" in a loud and prolonged matter. | |||||
| 15 | "Pokemon The Movie" | [15] | 12:45 | April 20, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Pokémon: The First Movie (1998). He is confounded as the film offers no explanation as to what Pokémon are to non-fans, and uses characters from a violent show to promote non-violence. Introducing: The "You know, for kids!" gag, the "apology to certain minority/group" gag. Note: This episode omits the normal opening catchphrase. | |||||
| 16 | "AVGN Wizard Rant" | [16] | 02:52 | April 27, 2008 | |
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The Critic attacks the Angry Video Game Nerd's review of the film The Wizard after he posted his intention on doing a review of it himself. Note: The first new video released on the That Guy with the Glasses website. | |||||
| 17 | "The Wizard" | [17] | 16:16 | May 4, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews The Wizard (1989). He points out many violent and sexual themes in the movie and develops a faux admiration for the film's antagonist, Lucas Barton. In the end the Critc believes that the director and the child actors in the movie became very unsucessful after the movie but finds out that they weren't but believes that the little boy playing Jimmy grew up to be the Angry Video Game Nerd. Introducing: The Oh Yeah musical gag Note: This episode omits the normal closing catchphrase. | |||||
| 18 | "Top 11 Naughtiest Moments in Animaniacs" | [18] | 2:33 | May 11, 2008 | |
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11. "You expect us poor, innocent children to...paint naked people all over a church? We'll do it!" 10. "We're gonna play 'Truth or Dare'" 9. "I got the buns" 8. Shaking car at drive-in 7. "Can you conjugate?" 6. "I'll conjugate with you" 5. "Let me...show you" 4. "Give me the bird" 3. "What else you got in there?" 2. "Puberty was inordinately kind to you" 1. "Fingerprints/Finger Prince" | |||||
| 19 | "Batman and Robin" | [19] | 17:13 | May 23, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Batman & Robin (1997). He displays special anger at the presence of the "Bat Credit Card" and finds the movie to be so cliched that he can predict several lines before they are spoken. He is also unimpressed by Mr. Freeze's ice puns and sarcastically comments on Barbara's lack of a British accent. He even finds the moral at the end of the movie to be pointless and states that the icicles used were just inflatables. He ends the review by performing a musical number that parodies Mary Poppins that describes how terrible the movie is. Introducing: The "Ambiguously Gay Duo" musical gag. Note: This episode omits the normal closing catchphrase. | |||||
| 20 | "Top 11 Catchiest Theme Songs" | [20] | 10:32 | June 1, 2008 | |
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11. Sesame Street (1969-) 10.Reading Rainbow (1983-2006) 9. Tie between Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (1991-1996) and Where on Earth Is Carmen Sandiego? (1994-1999) 8. ThunderCats (1985-1990) 7. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1993-1995) 6. G.I. Joe (1985-1986) 5. Transformers (1984-1987) 4. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987-1996) 3. Anything by the Richard Stone team (clips span 1990-1995) 2. Inspector Gadget (1983-1986) 1. DuckTales (1987-1990) | |||||
| 21 | "90's Sports Montage" | [21] | 10:09 | June 9, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews various 80s and 90s sports movies, including: The Mighty Ducks, Little Giants, Little Big League, Angels in the Outfield and The Sandlot. | |||||
| 22 | "AVGN Response...Response" | [22] | 02:39 | June 15, 2008 | |
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After the Angry Video Game Nerd insults him in a video, the Critic challenges the Nerd to review a horrible film. Cameo: James D. Rolfe as the Angry Video Game Nerd. | |||||
| 23 | "Top 11 Drug PSAs" | [23] | 13:33 | June 22, 2008 | |
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11. Right to Say No 10. If You Don't Teach Your Kids to Say No to Drugs, It's as Good as Saying Yes 9. Drugs, Drugs, Drugs 8. C-3PO and R2-D2's anti-smoking PSA 7. I do coke so I can work longer so I can earn more so I can do more coke so I can work longer, etc.......The End 6. Know What You're Jumping Into 5. Drug-Dealing Snake 4. I learned it by watching you 3. This Is Your Brain on Drugs 2. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' anti-marijuana PSA 1. Pee-wee Herman's anti-crack PSA | |||||
| 24 | "The Battle of Epic Proportions" | [24] | 04:26 | June 29, 2008 | |
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The Critic confronts the Angry Video Game Nerd at a live appearance, and they, along with Captain S have a mock fight. The critic also agrees to review a horrible game if the Angry Video Game Nerd would do a review of a horrible movie (Ricky 1). Guest starring: James D. Rolfe as the Angry Video Game Nerd and Brett Vanderbrook as Captain S. | |||||
| 25 | "Captain Planet" | [25] | 13:59 | July 6, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Captain Planet and the Planeteers (1990-1996). The Critic mocks the general premise of the show as well as finding the villains to be very repetitive with stereotypical names. The Critic does not find some of the show's plots to be appropriate for children, including the topics of AIDS and gang violence; in the latter case, the random appearances of civil rights leaders are in poor taste with no proper explanation. He also finds that Wheeler is the most annoying character on the show, and finds it very weird that Kwame is always calling on Captain Planet. He is also unimpressed by the fact that one of the main characters has the power of heart and if one character says fire he starts a fire. The Critic then compares this to him saying ruler and then getting hit in the head with a ruler. Guest starring: Bhargav Dronamraju as Ma-Ti. | |||||
| 26 | "Double Dare" | [26] | 08:27 | July 13, 2008 | |
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The Critic positively reviews the game show Double Dare (1986-1993). Note: This episode omits the normal opening catchphrase. | |||||
| 27 | "3 Ninjas" | [27] | 10:46 | July 20, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews 3 Ninjas (1992). The Critic comments on the film's attempts to cash in on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Home Alone, the inconsistency in appearance of the character Grandpa Mori, and the stereotypical Ninja enemies. | |||||
| 28 | "Top 11 Hottest Animated Women" | [28] | 11:23 | July 28, 2008 | |
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11. Linka from Captain Planet and the Planeteers (1990-1996) 10. The Baroness from G.I. Joe (1985-1986) 9. Sailor Moon from Sailor Moon (1992-1997) 8. Harley Quinn from Batman: The Animated Series (1992-1995) 7. Hello Nurse from Animaniacs (1993-1998) 6. Cheetara from ThunderCats (1985-1990) 5. Daphne Blake from Scooby-Doo (1969-1970) 4. April O'Neil from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987-1996) 3. Rogue from X-Men (1992-1997) 2. Tie between Ariel from The Little Mermaid (1989) and Princess Jasmine from Aladdin (1992) 1. Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) | |||||
| 29 | "Video Game Review" | [29] | 12:27 | August 3, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Bébé's Kids (SNES) dressed as the Angry Video Game Nerd. He over-analyzes meaningless text and becomes infuriated with the game's repetitive nature. | |||||
| 30 | "The Search for the Nostalgia Chick" | [30] | 02:30 | August 10, 2008 | |
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The Critic announces a contest for a woman to review female-targeted shows and movies for him as "The Nostlagia Chick." | |||||
| 31 | "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" | [31] | 15:26 | August 11, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Masters of the Universe (1987). His criticisms include the numerous homoerotic overtones and he compares Skeletor's personality and appearance to John McCain. He even compares Skeletor's throne to a Nintendo Chair, and believes that the movie was called Masters of the Universe because He-Man rarely ever appeared in the movie. Also, in a recurring joke specific to this review he constantly says He-Man and inserts something based on a pointless scene afterwards. Ex. He-Man and the Raiders of the Kentucky Fried Chicken. | |||||
| 32 | "Follow that Bird" | [32] | 05:59 | June 8, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Follow That Bird (1985). Halfway through the review, the Nostalgia Critic admits he is unable to properly critize Sesame Street and walks out, paying Chester A. Bum $20 to finish the review for him. Cameo: Douglas Walker as Chester A. Bum. | |||||
| 33 | "Saved by the Bell" | [33] | 18:53 | August 25, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Saved by the Bell (1989-1993). He comments on the absurd stories, dated fashions and sets, obnoxious canned laughter, and flat characters. | |||||
| 34 | "Tom and Jerry Movie" | [34] | 14:19 | September 1, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Tom and Jerry: The Movie (1993). A huge fan of the cartoon, the Critic becomes upset over the fact Tom and Jerry now talk, the numerous musical numbers and the "hijacking" of the movie by Robyn Starling, an orphan girl who becomes the focus of the story. The Critic also coins the term "mind fuck" for the first time to describe the scene when all the villains are chasing Tom and Jerry. He even uses his gun to shoot annoying characters in the film such as Pugsy the dog, who the Critic states is responsible for killing Tom and Jerry, and the pirate. He also compares the pirate character to a pedophile. | |||||
| 35 | "Top 11 Saddest Moments" | [35] | 14:40 | September 9, 2008 | |
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11. The saying goodbye song from The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) 10. The blue bird song from Follow That Bird (1985) 9. The death of Littlefoot's Mother from The Land Before Time (1988) 8. An American Tail (1986) 7. The ending of What's Opera, Doc? (1957) 6. The going-away party from Snoopy, Come Home (1972) 5. The drowning of Artax from The Neverending Story (1984) 4. The death of Charlotte from Charlotte's Web (1973) 3. Thomas Sennett's funeral from My Girl (1991) 2. The death of Spock from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) 1. "Every Single Goddamn Disney Movie Ever Made!" (clips span 1937-1994), mainly focusing on the deaths of Mufasa, Old Yeller, and Bambi's mother. | |||||
| 36 | "Nostalgia Chick Winner!" | [36] | 02:13 | September 15, 2008 | |
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Lindsay Ellis wins the contest to become the Nostalgia Chick. Runners up Krissy Diggs and Kaylyn Dicksion are also added to the site as "That Chick With The Goggles" and "MarzGurl" respectively. Guest starring: Lindsay Ellis as The Dudette/The Nostalgia Chick, Krissy Diggs as That Chick With The Goggles and Kaylyn Dicksion as MarzGurl. | |||||
| 37 | "Surf Ninjas" | [37] | 13:48 | September 18, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Surf Ninjas (1993). He declares various unimpressive scenes as being "genius", while also pointing out glaring non-kid friendly material. In a parody of The Wizard of Oz, he wakes up to find out his praise of the film was all a dream and claims that Surf Ninjas was actually "the most God-awful piece of Retro-shit". Cameos: Bhargav Dromnamraju, Mike Michaud and Robert Walker. | |||||
| 38 | "NC vs AVGN Showdown" | [38] | 04:26 | September 24, 2008 | |
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The Angry Video Game Nerd hijacks the Critic's signal to end the feud but they quickly come to verbal blows and the Critic runs off to fight the Nerd. Guest starring: James D. Rolfe as the Angry Video Game Nerd. | |||||
| 39 | "Top 11 Nostalgic Animated Shows" | [39] | 14:47 | September 29, 2008 | |
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11. The Real Ghostbusters (1986-1991) 10. Peter Pan and the Pirates (1990-1991) 9. DuckTales (1987-1990) 8. Ren and Stimpy (1991-1996) 7. G.I. Joe (1985-1986) 6. Transformers (1984-1987) 5. The Tick (1994-1996) 4. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987-1996) 3. X-Men (1992-1997) 2. Animaniacs (1993-1998) 1. Batman: The Animated Series (1992-1995) | |||||
| 40 | "Kazaam" | [40] | 15:40 | October 6, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Kazaam (1996). He attacks Shaquille O'Neal's acting and the film's plot, finding Kazaam being Max's genie to be similar to slavery. The Critic also compares the movie's rap songs to rhyming and is unimpresed by the quotes in the rap songs. He also compares the scene when Max comes through a cup to tell Kazaam a message to a Warp Zone in Super Mario Bros. Introducing: The Pedophile Alarm. | |||||
| 41 | "AVGN Vs. NC Final Battle" | [41] | 07:18 | October 10, 2008 | |
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The Critic fights the Angry Video Game Nerd in the Nerd's room. Many scenes are parodies of movies and games, including The Matrix, Street Fighter, and Star Wars. Guest starring: James D. Rolfe as the Angry Video Game Nerd. | |||||
| 42 | "Off to Beat the Nerd" | [42] | 10:50 | October 12, 2008 | |
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A movie documenting the Critic's roadtrip from Chicago to Philadelphia to take on the Nerd. Note: This was originally only available to premium members but was made generally available as a sample of the benefits of premium membership. Guest starring: James D. Rolfe as the Angry Video Game Nerd. | |||||
| 43 | "Drew Struzan Tribute" | [43] | 05:50 | October 13, 2008 | |
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The Critic salutes Drew Struzan, painter and creator of well-known movie posters. He claims Struzan denied him an interview and recalled this instance during a rare radio interview. | |||||
| 44 | "Halloween '08 Special" | [44] | 08:21 | October 21, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews the Teddy Ruxpin doll, who then comes to life during the night, and displeased with the review, terrorizes him. | |||||
| 45 | "NC vs. AVGN retrospect" | [45] | 07:09 | October 25, 2008 | |
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A compilation of clips from videos and fanart relating to the conflict between the Angry Video Game Nerd and the Nostalgia Critic. | |||||
| 46 | "Double Dragon" | [46] | 15:32 | October 28, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Double Dragon (1994). The Critic criticizes the film's plot, which doesn't follow the plot of the game it's based on. He also comments the cheesy villains, and dubs the main villain (played by Robert Patrick) the "Vanilla Ice 1000". He is also extremely baffled when a Double Dragon arcade machine appears in the background of one scene and even states that the destruction of the arcade machine is a perfect visual analogy. However, he is genuinley surprised that the leading female character was killed rather than kidnapped, but found her too underdeveloped to actually care. Introducing: The Critic redubbing scenes that contain stupid dialogue. | |||||
| 47 | "Top 11 Under-rated Nostalgic Classics" | [47] | 16:33 | November 4, 2008 | |
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11. The Rescuers Down Under (1990) 10. Tiny Toon Adventures: How I Spent My Vacation (1992) 9. The Rocketeer (1991) 8. The Prince of Egypt (1998) 7. Explorers (1985) 6. The Iron Giant (1999) 5. Flight of the Navigator (1986) 4. Return to Oz (1985) 3. Babe: Pig in the City (1998) 2. Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993) 1. The Secret of NIMH (1982) | |||||
| 48 | "Howard the Duck" | [48] | 16:44 | November 11, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Howard the Duck (1986). He finds the film's main problem to be that it was too dark, violent, and sexual for a PG rating. | |||||
| 49 | "Mortal Kombat: Annihilation" | [49] | 21:28 | November 17, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997). He criticizes film's plot as just exposition, the poor special effects and the presence of characters who had died in the original film. The Critic is however rather pleased when Johnny Cage dies in the beginning of the movie. The Critic is also impressed by the scenes of girls fighting eachoter in mud. He also compares Raiden's fight with the ninjas to ballet and states that Baraka is Bowser's anorexic sister. Cameos: Douglas Walker as Chester A. Bum and That Guy with the Glasses, Bhargav Dromramraju and Robert Walker. Note: The episode starts with the Critic mourning the loss of his beard after a bet with That Guy with the Glasses. | |||||
| 50 | "Godzilla" | [50] | 22:15 | November 26, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Godzilla (1998). He finds that several scenes are very similar to scenes in such films as Jurassic Park and Star Wars. He is also unimpressed by Broderick's "that's a lot of fish joke" and constantly references it in the review afterwards. He is even believes that the movie is just a Simpsons reunion due to the appearance of three cast members from the show and believes that the constant change in location was caused due to the crew getting kicked out of every location. Introducing: the JOKE ABORTED gag. | |||||
| 51 | "Top 11 Disney Villains" | [51] | 17:31 | December 3, 2008 | |
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11. Cruella de Vil from One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961) 10. Jafar from Aladdin (1992) 9. Scar from The Lion King (1994) 8. Shere Khan from The Jungle Book (1967) 7. Professor Ratigan from The Great Mouse Detective (1986) 6. Ursula from The Little Mermaid (1989) 5. Gaston from Beauty and the Beast (1991) 4. Claude Frollo from The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996) 3. Lady Tremaine from Cinderella (1950) 2. Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty (1959) 1. Chernabog (referred to as "The devil") from Fantasia (1940) Note: Omits part of the "Why Top 11?" catchphrase. | |||||
| 52 | "Super Mario Brothers Super Show" | [52] | 15:36 | December 16, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Super Mario Brothers Super Show (1989) and The Legend of Zelda (1989). Regarding Mario, the Critic comments that the stories are inconsistent, most being just bad parodies of popular films, and much of the dialogue to be just puns based on Italian food. Regarding The Legend of Zelda, he criticizes its blandness and the its portrayal of Link as smart-allecky and perverted. | |||||
| 53 | "Top 12 Greatest Christmas Specials" | [53] | 20:47 | December 22, 2008 | |
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12. Merry Christmas, Mr. Bean (1992) 11. South Park: A Woodland Critter Christmas (2004) 10. The Little Matchgirl (2006) 9. Home Alone (1990) 8. Miracle on 34th Street (1947) 7. The Small One (1978) 6. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) 5. It's a Wonderful Life (1946) 4. How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) 3. A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965) 2. All of the movie adaptations of A Christmas Carol (1843) 1. A Christmas Story (1983) Note: The usual "Why Top 11?" catchphrase is replaced by "Why top 12? BECAUSE IT'S CHRISTMAS!" | |||||
| 54 | "Jingle All the Way" | [54] | 20:41 | December 30, 2008 | |
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The Critic reviews Jingle All the Way (1996). In addition to mocking the actors, the Critic criticizes the absurd and overly manic situations of the movie, especially the climax, and the seemingly materialistic message of the film. | |||||
2009 episodes
The first four episodes of 2009 were part of a linked set of reviews called "Nickelodeon Month" - all of which related to the programs from the Nickelodeon TV channel. Episode 60 is the first to be filmed in widescreen, which became standard thereafter. A new episode format was added with episode 87, Old vs. New, in which two versions of the same intellectual property are compared and rated against each other. 2009 featured more crossovers with other Channel Awesome video producers than in the previous year, as well as a continuation of the established mock feud with James D. Rolfe (The Angry Video Game Nerd).
Episode 73 caused some controversy when Douglas Walker insulted the actor Mako (the voice of Splinter) shortly after the actor's death. This was addressed in episode 74, Episode 81 and episode 93.
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| 55 | "Nicktoons" | [55] | 16:45 | January 6, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Ren and Stimpy (1991-1996), Rugrats (1991-2004), Doug (1991-1999), Rocko's Modern Life (1993-1996), AAAHH!!! Real Monsters (1994-1999), Hey Arnold (1996-2004). Introducing: The love/hate Gollum impression gag; the "Adventure Ho!" gag. | |||||
| 56 | "Nickcoms" | [56] | 18:42 | January 13, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews You Can't Do That on Television (1979-1990), Clarissa Explains it All (1991-1994), Hey Dude (1989-1991), Salute your Shorts (1991-1992), The Adventures of Pete and Pete (1993-1996). Introducing: The Elephant/Burger King gag. | |||||
| 57 | "SNICK" | [57] | 17:15 | January 21, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Roundhouse (1992-1996), Are You Afraid of the Dark? (1990-2000), All That (1994-2005), Prometheus and Bob (1996-2000), Action League Now! (1995-2002), Kenan & Kel (1996-2000), Kenan & Kel: Two Heads Are Better Than None (2000). | |||||
| 58 | "Good Burger" | [58] | 20:48 | January 27, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Good Burger (1997). Not only is it bad, but he believes that the scene where Ed shoves grapes up his nose and shouts absurd noises is from Dante's 11th level of Hell. He even belives that Abe Vigoda just wandered onto the set and threw on a costume because in one scene he randomly bumps into Ed. He even compares the chase scene at the end of the movie to end of the Benny Hill show and compares the owner of Mondo Burger to Adolf Hitler. The Critic also believes that one of the workers at Good Burger is related to the actor who played Ed. Note: This review was originally going to be a video discussing Nick's game shows, but since Douglas Walker could not find any high quality footage of those shows other than Double Dare, which already had a whole episode dedicated to it, he reviewed Good Burger instead. | |||||
| 59 | "The Making of the Final Battle" | [59] | 08:24 | January 30, 2009 | |
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The making of the Nostalgia Critic vs. The Angry Video Game Nerd Battle. Guest starring: James D. Rolfe as the Angry Video Game Nerd. | |||||
| 60 | "FernGully: The Last Rainforest" | [60] | 16:41 | February 3, 2009 | |
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The Critic and Nostalgia Chick review FernGully: The Last Rainforest (1992). They comment about the film's preachy attitude, uninspired characters, and scientific inaccuracies. Introducing: The Big-Lipped Alligator Moment. Guest starring: Lindsay Ellis as the Nostalgia Chick. Note: The first episode filmed in widescreen. | |||||
| 61 | "A Kid in King Arthur's Court" | [61] | 20:55 | February 11, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews A Kid in King Arthur's Court (1995). He criticizes the absurd situations, amateur filmmaking techniques and historical/mythological inaccuracies. He also constantly mentions the main character's fear of baseballs, and is impressed by the appearance of lesbian sex, but becomes enraged when the film quickly cuts to something else. He also refers to Kate Winslet and Daniel Craig as the only actors who had careers at the end of the movie. | |||||
| 62 | "The Good Son" | [62] | 16:24 | February 13, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews The Good Son (1993). His chief complaint is the unrealistic characters and plot, particularly the character played by Macaulay Culkin. Note: This review was actually scheduled for December 9, 2008 but it was delayed to February, 13 2009 because Walker lost his voice (the episode is silent as a result) and out of respect for the Culkin family who had lost the oldest daughter in their family. | |||||
| 63 | "Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog" | [63] | 18:06 | February 18, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog (1993), Sonic the Hedgehog (1993-1994). He criticizes the former for its beyond insane antics, poor plot, poor animation, annoying characters, and Jaleel White's annoying voice from Family Matters but praises the latter for giving effort, having better animation, a better plot, and character develop that the other didn't. This was also the last epiosde the Nostalgia Critic used the "Of Course" gag, since he claims it's not funny anymore. | |||||
| 64 | "Top 11 Nostalgic Mindfu*ks" | [64] | 17:59 | February 24, 2009 | |
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11. Toontown from Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) 10. Cool World (1992) 9. Dragon's Lair II: Time Warp (1991) 8. The Paraphernalia Wagon from Halloween is Grinch Night (1977) 7. Raggedy Ann & Andy: A Musical Adventure (1977) 6. The opening to Beetlejuice (1989-1991) 5. The hallucination scene from Beavis & Butthead Do America (1996) 4. The tunnel scene from Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) 3. "This is Halloween" from The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) 2. "Pink Elephants on Parade" from Dumbo (1941) 1. The opening to Pee-Wee's Playhouse (1986-1990) Note: This episode omits the usual "Why Top 11?" catchphrase. The list is not conventionally numbered in any case. | |||||
| 65 | "Twister" | [65] | 23:54 | March 3, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Twister (1996). He criticizes the film as scientifically inaccurate and for the odd behaviour of the tornadoes (including disappearing after encountering the main characters, appearing to roar and seeming to follow the characters), believing it was only a hit due to the special effects. | |||||
| 66 | "The Garbage Pail Kids Movie" | [66] | 25:05 | March 11, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews The Garbage Pail Kids Movie (1987). He claims that it is the worst movie he has ever reviewed since it is the only movie he has ever seen that has absolutely no redeeming factors to it. He also criticizes the poor puppetry of the Garbage Pail Kids, and is baffled by Tangerine's admiration for the main character. He states that the cast of characters was just a grocery list. The Critc even believes that they just left the camera on in one scene and is baffled by the movie's advertising of Pepsi as well as people going to see a Three Stooges short in movie theater in the 80's. | |||||
| 67 | "Rock-A-Doodle" | [67] | 18:48 | March 17, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Rock-a-Doodle (1991). He marks this as the start of Don Bluth's decline in animated films. He also states that the movie's script was written during a game of mad libs and that the main characters have numerous chances to die, but never do. | |||||
| 68 | "Titanic: The Animated Movie" | [68] | 21:25 | March 24, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Titanic: The Animated Movie (2001). He criticizes the poor quality and taste of the film. Special mention is made of the closing line "Here's hoping they'll all live happily ever after." Note: The relase dates for Titanic: The Legend Goes On and Rock-A-Doodle were swapped because of the time taken to acquire a copy of the former. | |||||
| 69 | "The Pagemaster" | [69] | 20:00 | March 31, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews The Pagemaster (1994). He finds it to be dull with poorly developed characters, and that it may prevent children from reading rather then encourage them. However, He does praise the film's animation and that it wanted to encourage kids to read. Introducing: The "ZUUL, Motherf**ker, ZUUL!!" gag. | |||||
| 70 | "The NeverEnding Story" | [70] | 03:21 | April 1, 2009 | |
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An April Fool's Day episode. Chester A. Bum, another character performed by Douglas Walker, reviews The NeverEnding Story (1984). | |||||
| 71 | "Moonwalker" | [71] | 20:22 | April 8, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Moonwalker (1988). The Critic finds the movie to be nothing more than a massive ego-trip for Michael Jackson, and ridicules the often nonsensical segments of the film. The Critic admitted that the Smooth Criminal segment is the best Michael Jackson video in terms of direction and choreography. He concludes that it would have been better as a music video, rather than a feature-length film. He also compares the villain's voice to Yosemite Sam and his laser gun to Marvin the Martian. He also compares Michael Jackson's robot form to a Transformer and his fighting style to G.I. Joe. The Critic also believes that when Michael Jackson comes back at the end of the movie it was because he didn't want to be out of the movie for more than 2 seconds. He also believes that beginning of the movie is just there so Michael Jackson could get more attention. Note: The episode was released two months before the Death of Michael Jackson on June 25th. | |||||
| 72 | "Top 11 Dumbest Superman Moments" | [72] | 16:40 | April 15, 2009 | |
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11. The casting of Superman Returns (2006) 10. The kid at Niagara Falls from Superman II (1980) 9. The romantic flying scene "recap" from Superman IV (1987) 8. The Woman and the baby carriage from Superman II (1980) 7. The special effects in Superman IV (1987) 6. Clark Kent's glasses (clips span 1978-2006) 5. The birth of Nuclear Man from Superman IV (1987) 4. The opening of Superman III (1983) 3. The mind scrambling kiss from Superman II (1980) 2. Richard Pryor from Superman III (1983) 1. Spinning the Earth backwards from Superman: The Movie (1978) | |||||
| 73 | "TMNT" | [73] | 20:03 | April 21, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews TMNT (2007), after many requests by the fans. He notes that TMNT is not bad, let alone horrible, and even praises the movie's CGI animation. However, he finds that the story is much too complicated when compared to the previous films, the characters aren't fully developed and the film gives next to no insight into the backstory. He even criticizes the film's version of Splinter comparing his appearance to that of a Kung Fu Panda character and his voice to Mr. Miyagi if he smoked a million Marlboros. He even compares to fight scenes to video game cutscenes. Note: This episode caused controversy due to the Critic insulting Mako. | |||||
| 74 | "Red Sonja" | [74] | 21:43 | May 5, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Red Sonja (1985). He criticizes both Brigitte Nielsen and Arnold Schwarzenegger's performances as lackluster. He also notes that the film doesn't have a well developed story. He concludes that although it is not the worst Arnold Schwarzenegger film, it is still a bad film. Note: Before the review, the Critic apologized for making fun of Mako in the previous episode. | |||||
| 75 | "TGWTG Team Brawl" "1st Anniversary Video" | [75] | 20:13 | May 10, 2009 | |
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Produced in celebration of the website's first anniversary. Various members of That Guy with the Glasses and other Douglas Walker characters participate in a battle between the Nostalgia Critic and the Angry Video Game Nerd. Guest starring: Various. Note: Originally titled "1st Anniversary Video". | |||||
| 76 | "Short Circuit 1 and 2" | [76] | 27:21 | May 12, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Short Circuit (1986) and Short Circuit 2 (1988). He concludes that while they technically are bad movies, both Johnny 5 and Benjamin are likable characters, and he calls the films "a guilty pleasure". He however believes that the character of Benjamin is racist because his actor is a white man yet the character is Indian. Note: This is the longest video the Critic has ever posted. | |||||
| 77 | "Old vs. New: Batman vs The Dark Knight" | [77] | 14:25 | May 20, 2009 | |
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The Critic compares Batman (1989) with The Dark Knight (2008). Batman: Michael Keaton (original) wins Joker: Heath Ledger (remake) wins Supporting Cast: Original wins Action scenes: Remake wins Overall Plot: Original wins Original wins 3-2. | |||||
| 78 | "Full House" | [78] | 18:33 | May 26, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Full House (1987–1995). He compares the show to family photographs as it only captures faked happiness and no real conflict. He concludes with a parody of The Shining. Note: This episode omits both the opening and (part of) the closing catchphrases. | |||||
| 79 | "North" | [79] | 23:16 | June 3, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews North (1994). He criticizes the random musical number, that the ethnicities the main character visits are extremely stereotypical and racist, the numerous guest stars, the awful jokes, and the overall ridiculous scenario. He holds particular disdain for the ending, in which it was all a dream. | |||||
| 80 | "Critic and Nerd: TMNT Making of Coming Out of Their Shells" "Doug and James Joint Review" | [80] | 18:14 | June 10, 2009 | |
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The Critic and Angry Video Game Nerd review Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Making of the Coming Out of Their Shells Tour (1990). Both the Nerd and the Critic agree that this documentary about a TMNT rock band is even worse than Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3. They are also baffled that the documentary portrays the Turtles as actual people, rather than the fictional characters they are, and criticize the poor costuming and animatronics. Guest starring: James D. Rolfe as the Angry Video Game Nerd Note: Originally titled "Doug and James Joint Review" prior to release. | |||||
| 81 | "Sidekicks" | [81] | 24:35 | June 17, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Sidekicks (1992). His main complaint is that the vast majority of the movie is a self-indulgent plug for the director's brother Chuck Norris. He also spent the review refraining from making jokes about Mako's portrayal of Mr. Lee in the movie, ending each avoided joke with incredibly nervous praise. Introducing: "Chuck Norris" musical gag. Note: Coincidentally released on the 58th birthday of Joe Piscopo, who portrayed the antagonist in the film. | |||||
| 82 | "Gargoyles" | [82] | 15:38 | June 24, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Gargoyles (1994-1997). One of the few episodes where the Critic does not criticize, save for the unusual storyline and the third season, The Goliath Chronicles. | |||||
| 83 | "Transformers 2" | [83] | 04:36 | June 27, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009). He somewhat praises the film for being "the greatest adequately satisfying movie ever", despite many parts of the story being "weak". | |||||
| 84 | "Steel" | [84] | 20:36 | July 1, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Steel (1997). He criticizes the wooden acting of Shaquille O'Neal, who rarely conveys any emotion. He also comments on the film's dialog for stealing from other films, but he said if it didn't the dialog would be worse that it is. He also states that wheelchair bound sidekick Sparks would have made a better superhero than Steel himself, considering Steel the worst superhero ever due to his tendency to get shot and fall down. | |||||
| 85 | "Top 11 Cereal Mascots" | [85] | 20:56 | July 8, 2009 | |
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11. Toucan Sam from Froot Loops (1945- ) 10. Cookie Crook & Officer Crumb from Cookie Crisp (1982-1997) 9. Buzz Bee from Honey Nut Cheerios (referred to as "The Honey Nut Cheerios Bee") (1979- ) 8. Wendell from Cinnamon Toast Crunch (1987- ) 7. Lucky from Lucky Charms (1963- ) 6. Cap'n Crunch (1963- ) 5. Count Chocula (1971- ) 4. Sonny the Cuckoo Bird from Cocoa Puffs (1962- ) 3. Sugar Bear from Golden Crisp (1963- ) 2. The Trix Rabbit from Trix (1954- ) 1. Tony the Tiger from Frosted Flakes (1952- ) | |||||
| 86 | "Barb Wire" | [86] | 21:37 | July 15, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Barb Wire (1996). The Critic claims this film was made solely for Pamela Anderson's figure, points out several of the movie's blatant sexual overtones, and concludes that the movie was basically a ripoff of Casablanca. He criticizes the dialogue as bland and the characters as hard to like, although he concedes that the final action set piece is creative. | |||||
| 87 | "Old vs New - LOTR Animated vs Lord of the Rings" | [87] | 20:10 | July 22, 2009 | |
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The Critic compares The Lord of the Rings (1978) with the first two films of The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001-2003). Frodo Baggins: Bakshi wins Supporting Cast: Jackson wins Villains: Bakshi wins Action scenes:Jackson wins Overall Plot: Jackson wins Jackson wins 3-2. Wishing to compare Return of the King to something, he decides to compare it to the Rankin-Bass film. He declares the Jackson version the winner in a matter of seconds after watching a scene with singing orcs. | |||||
| 88 | "Last Action Hero" | [88] | 22:45 | July 29, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Last Action Hero (1993). He criticizes the amount of dialogue compared to the action, finds the senseless celebrity cameos, and the lack of realism in the movie's "real world" segment. He concludes, however, that the film has several funny jokes and the action scenes are quite decent; despite this, he still thinks that the movie is bad. Note 1: This video was originally scheduled for December 30, 2008, but Walker decided while reorganizing his schedule under laryngitis that Jingle All the Way would be more interesting to review for that time. Note 2: An incorrect version of the episode, in which the Critic confused Art Carney with Robert Prosky, was initially released. It was later replaced with the correct, redubbed version. | |||||
| 89 | "Captain N: The Game Master" | [89] | 17:42 | August 5, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Captain N: The Game Master (1989–1991). He finds the show's characters to irritating, undeveloped and barely resembling their video game designs. He criticizes the show's inconsistent plot and poor animation. He even states that if you hear the title while you aren't reading it, it sounds like "Captain N: The Gay Master". Cameo: Douglas Walker as Dominic. | |||||
| 90 | "We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story" | [90] | 20:28 | August 12, 2009 | |
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Raoul Puke reviews We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (1993). He comments that the movie is almost completely illogical, the frantic sequences are confusing and irksome and that some of the visuals would be frightening to children. He refers to it as a "Big-Lipped Alligator Movie" in reference to one of the series' running gags. Note: This episode is not presented by the Nostalgia Critic character. Douglas Walker instead plays "Raoul Puke, creator of Fozzie journalism" in the style of Hunter S. Thompson. | |||||
| 91 | "Warriors of Virtue" | [91] | 22:47 | August 19, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Warriors of Virtue (1997). He criticizes the film's dullness, excessive dialogue scenes at the expense of action, and blurred photography when action does take place. The only thing he does find positive about the film is the over-the-top performance of Angus MacFadyen, playing the villain Komodo. Introducing: The "It's a Trap!" gag. Cameo: Lewis Lovhaug as Linkara. | |||||
| 92 | "Captain America" | [92] | 18:45 | August 25, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Captain America (1990). He finds Captain America a bad hero because he is always hiding, running away, or getting beaten. He criticizes the film for having a boring story and looking like it was made in the 1970s rather than the 1990s. He even is baffled about one of the characters pretending to shake someone's hand and instead, kill that person while shouthing "Heil Hitler", which he calls "The Psyche Hitler", and the fact that Red Skull goes from having a red face to having a human face. | |||||
| 93 | "Top 11 Nostalgia Critic F*ckups" | [93] | 17:23 | September 1, 2009 | |
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11. The actors from Power Rangers didn't leave because of racial concern. 10. The poor choice of the Banshee as the number one scariest nostalgic moment. 9. Wearing eyeliner in the Top 11 Dumbest Superman Movie Moments. 8. Some of the posters in the critic's Drew Struzan tribute video were not made by Drew Struzan. 7. The secret passage way in Bébé's Kids isn't physically impossible. (though he does defend his statement) 6. Referring to the forklift in Barb Wire as a bulldozer. 5. Art Carney wasn't the theater custodian in Last Action Hero. 4. Lizards do eat fish. (from his Godzilla review) 3. Mocking Mako in the TMNT review. 2. Constant spelling mistakes. 1. Not placing the death of Optimus Prime in the Top 11 Saddest Nostalgic Moments. Cameo: Douglas Walker as Douchy McNitpick. Note: In respect to #2, there is a deliberate spelling error in the end credits ("maid" instead of "made"). | |||||
| 94 | "Alone In The Dark" "Special Top Secret Review" | [94] | 24:08 | September 8, 2009 | |
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The Critic, Spoony and Linkara review Alone in the Dark (2005). They criticize the film for its horrible performances, plot holes, nonsensical story and for bearing no resemblance to the video game on which it was based. The Critic states that Slater's performance in Wizard was an upgrade compared to this. Guest starring: Noah Antwiler as Spoony. Lewis Lovhaug as Linkara. Cameos: Douglas Walker as Chester A. Bum, Noah Antwiler as Doctor Insano, Lewis Lovhaug as 90's Kid and Bhargav Dronamraju as Ma-Ti. Note 1: This episode was originally titled "Special Top Secret Review." Note 2: Douglas Walker lost his voice prior to filming and used a text-to-speech computer program to deliver his dialogue.[5] | |||||
| 95 | "Blank Check" | [95] | 19:58 | September 15, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Blank Check (1994). He criticizes the film for being a prime example of "Bland Shit 101" for taking an idea with a lot of potential and developing it into something dull and unoriginal. | |||||
| 96 | "Old vs New - Willy Wonka" | [96] | 17:13 | September 22, 2009 | |
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The Critic compares Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005). Willy Wonka: Gene Wilder (original) wins Supporting Cast: Original wins Music: Original wins Visuals: Remake wins Overall Plot: Original wins Original wins 4-1. Cameos: Douglas Walker as Douchy McNitpick. | |||||
| 97 | "Cool as Ice" | [97] | 21:54 | September 29, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Cool as Ice (1991). He criticizes Vanilla Ice, the lack of plot and the whiteness of the film. Note: This episode omits the normal opening catchphrase. Instead, it opens with him laughing at the sheer stupidity of the movie. | |||||
| 98 | "Suburban Commando" | [98] | 18:37 | October 6, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Suburban Commando (1991). Though admitting a few jokes are funny, he overall finds the film to be stupid and unoriginal with special criticism devoted to the acting skills of Hulk Hogan. However, he states that "I was frozen today!" is one of his favorite out of context lines. | |||||
| 99 | "The Next Karate Kid" | [99] | 20:57 | October 13, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews The Next Karate Kid (1994). He criticizes the film as a cash-in on the success of the first three films. He notes the irony of Kesuke Miyagi's statements about wanting to be non-violent despite fighting numerous times in the film series. He also makes notice of how the school security system is over-the-top, including the prom scene in which they literally bungi-jump from the gym. | |||||
| 100 | "Casper" | [100] | 24:29 | October 20, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Casper (1995). He criticizes the lame puns and illogical nature of the plot but admits that the filmmakers at least "tried" to put effort in it with it's special effects & clever setting and backgrounds. He then proceeds to chase a rather mean Casper throughout GMX while dressed as a Ghostbuster. Filmed on location at the Radisson Hotel in Nashville, TN. Guest starring: An animated Casper voiced by Doug Walker. Introducing: The "Timing!" gag. Note: This episode omits the normal closing catchphrase. | |||||
| 101 | "Superman IV" | [101] | 22:16 | October 27, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987). Along with Linkara he criticizes Superman's offer to rid the Earth of nuclear weapons without any of the world leaders opposing him. They take note of the film's inconsistencies, pointless side-stories, and shameful recapping of Superman's romantic flying scene. They also criticize Lex Luthor's evil plot to create Nuclear Man from a strand of Superman's hair. Guest starring: Lewis Lovhaug as Linkara. | |||||
| 102 | "Congo" | TBA | TBA | November 3, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Congo (1995). This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 103 | "A Tribute to Siskel and Ebert" | TBA | TBA | November 10, 2009 | |
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The Critic pays tribute to one of the most loved television movie critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert. Sneak Previews (1975 - 1982) At the Movies with Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert (1982 - 1986) At the Movies (1986 - 2008) This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 104 | "Judge Dredd" | TBA | TBA | November 17, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Judge Dredd (1995). This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 105 | "Tank Girl" | TBA | TBA | November 24, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Tank Girl (1995). This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 106 | "Jack Frost" | TBA | TBA | December 1, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Jack Frost (1998). This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 107 | "He-Man and She-Ra: A Christmas Special" | TBA | TBA | December 8, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews He-Man and She-Ra: A Christmas Special (1985). This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 108 | "Top 12 Next Best Christmas Specials" | TBA | TBA | December 15, 2009 | |
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This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 109 | "The Star Wars Holiday Special" | TBA | TBA | December 22, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978). This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
| 110 | "Ernest Saves Christmas" | TBA | TBA | December 29, 2009 | |
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The Critic reviews Ernest Saves Christmas (1988). This episode has not yet been released. | |||||
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- ^ a b Spirrison, Brad (July 6, 2009). "Entertainers don't need TV break to hit it big". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved 9 July 2009.
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- ^ Antwiler, Noah. "Alone in the Dark - Noah's Commentary". The Spoony Experiment. Retrieved 20 September 2009.
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