Once Upon a Time at the Oscars

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The Oscar Movie podcast that takes you through every best picture nominee, from 1927 to today!

Episodes

  • Cavalcade (1933)

    Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the 1933 Best Picture winner, Cavalcade. The hosts discuss the film's historical context and whether it deserved the award.

  • A Farewell to Arms (1932)

    The podcast 'Once Upon a Time at the Oscars' reviews the 1932 film adaptation of 'A Farewell to Arms', which stars Gary Cooper. The hosts, Kyle and Ryan, break down films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

  • I Am a Fugitive From a Chain Gang (1932)

    Kyle and Ryan review the 1932 film 'I Am a Fugitive From a Chain Gang,' noting its social impact and influence on real-world events. The hosts discuss the film as part of their weekly series covering all Best Picture nominees.

  • Smilin' Through (1932)

    Kyle and Ryan review the 1932 film Smilin' Through, starring Norma Shearer, as part of their podcast's mission to watch every Best Picture nominee.

  • 5th Ceremony Episode

    Kyle and Ryan discuss films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards, beginning with 1927. This episode focuses on the 5th ceremony. Support for the show is available through Patreon.

  • Grand Hotel (1932)

    In this episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars, hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the 1932 film Grand Hotel. The podcast reviews every Best Picture nominee at the Academy Awards, with this episode focusing on the winner from 1932.

  • One Hour With You (1932) ft. Danny Reid

    Danny Reid, co-author of Pre-Code Essentials, discusses the 1932 film One Hour With You and the Pre-Code era of Hollywood. The podcast Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

  • Shanghai Express (1932)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars features hosts Kyle and Ryan discussing the 1932 film Shanghai Express. The podcast breaks down films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards, offering a mix of review, trivia, and cr…

  • Arrowsmith (1931)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars features a review and critique of the 1931 film Arrowsmith, directed by John Ford. Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the nominated film as part of their year-long journey through Oscar history.

  • The Champ (1931)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars features a review of the 1931 film "The Champ" by hosts Kyle and Ryan. They analyze every Best Picture nominee, offering a mix of review, trivia, and critique.

  • Five Star Final (1931) ft. Kim Luperi

    Kim Luperi, co-author of Pre-Code Essentials, discusses the 1931 film Five Star Final and the Pre-Code era of Hollywood on Once Upon a Time at the Oscars.

  • Bad Girl (1931)

    Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the 1931 film Bad Girl. Hosts Kyle and Ryan analyze every Best Picture nominee, offering reviews, trivia, and critiques.

  • The Smiling Lieutenant (1931)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the 1931 musical comedy "The Smiling Lieutenant." Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the film as part of their journey through every Best Picture nominee.

  • 4th Ceremony Episode ft. Rachel of Cult Classic Cinema Archive

    In this episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars, hosts Kyle and Ryan are joined by Rachel from Cult Classic Cinema Archive. They discuss the 4th Academy Awards ceremony and Rachel's work archiving classic films.

  • Trader Horn (1931)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the 1931 film Trader Horn. Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss how the film has not aged well and lacks redeeming qualities.

  • Skippy (1931)

    Kyle and Ryan of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars discuss the 1931 film Skippy, which was nominated for Best Picture. The podcast reviews, analyzes, and shares trivia about Academy Award-nominated movies.

  • The Front Page (1931)

    On Once Upon a Time at the Oscars, hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the 1931 film The Front Page, directed by Lewis Milestone. This episode is part review, part trivia, and part critique.

  • East Lynne (1931)

    This podcast episode covers the 1931 film East Lynne, a Best Picture nominee. Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the film, offering a review, trivia, and critique.

  • Cimarron (1931)

    Ryan and Kyle review the 1931 film Cimarron. The hosts acknowledge that it is considered one of the most poorly aged films from the 1930s. The podcast focuses on reviewing every film nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

  • 98th Ceremony Episode

    This episode covers the 98th Academy Awards Ceremony. The hosts, Kyle and Ryan, review, critique, and discuss the nominated films. The podcast is dedicated to watching and analyzing every Best Picture nominee since 1927.

  • 2026 Ballot Casting

    On the "2026 Ballot Casting" episode of "Once Upon a Time at the Oscars," hosts Kyle and Ryan prepare their predictions for the 98th Academy Awards. The podcast covers nominated films with reviews, trivia, and critique, aimed at movie love…

  • Train Dreams (2025)

    Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the 2025 Best Picture nominee Train Dreams. Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the film, finding personal catharsis in its quiet nomination.

  • Sinners (2025)

    This podcast episode focuses on the film Sinners (2025), highlighting its appearance and historical impact at the Oscars. The hosts, Kyle and Ryan, offer a review, trivia, and critique.

  • Sentimental Value (2025)

    The podcast reviews the 2025 Best Picture nominee "Sentimental Value," noting its emotional nature and all-star cast. The show "Once Upon a Time at the Oscars" reviews every Best Picture nominee.

  • The Secret Agent (2025)

    In this episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars, hosts Kyle and Ryan review Brazil's International Feature entry, "The Secret Agent (2025)." The film focuses on corruption and memory, and this coverage is part of the show's mission to re…

  • One Battle After Another (2025)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars features hosts Kyle and Ryan reviewing the 2025 film One Battle After Another. They discuss the film's hype and deliver a mix of review, trivia, and critique.

  • Marty Supreme (2025) ft. Tim aka Chromdar

    Tim joins Ryan to discuss the movie Marty Supreme. Once Upon a Time at the Oscars is a podcast that reviews Best Picture nominees, starting from 1927.

  • Hamnet (2025)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the film Hamnet (2025). Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss if the film can reignite the need for human connection through art.

  • Frankenstein (2025)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the film Frankenstein (2025). Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the adaptation of the classic story and whether it met audience expectations.

  • F1 (2025)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars features Kyle and Ryan discussing the 2025 film F1 and its Academy Award nomination for Best Picture. The hosts provide a review, trivia, and critique of the film.

  • Bugonia (2025)

    Kyle and Ryan review films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards, covering Bugonia (2025) this week. The podcast offers a review, trivia, and critique for movie lovers.

  • 2026 Oscar Predictions

    Kyle and Ryan discuss their predictions for the 2026 Academy Award nominations on the podcast Once Upon a Time at the Oscars. More information and episode lists are available on their Patreon page.

  • 1930 Ceremony Episode (3rd Oscars) - featuring Antonia Carlotta

    Antonia Carlotta, descendant to Universal Studios founder Carl Laemmle and creator of "Universally Me",

  • The Big House (1930)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars covers the prison movie genre, focusing on the 1930 film "The Big House." Hosts Kyle and Ryan offer a review, trivia, and critique of the film as part of their journey through every Best Pictu…

  • All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) - featuring Jordan Ghastly

    Kyle and Ryan, hosts of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars, are joined by historian Jordan Ghastly to discuss the 1930 film All Quiet on the Western Front. This episode focuses on the WW1 anti-war epic, with the hosts reviewing, sharing trivia…

  • The Divorcee (1930)

    This episode of "Once Upon a Time at the Oscars" focuses on the 1930 film "The Divorcee", starring Norma Shearer. The podcast reviews, critiques, and shares trivia about films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

  • The Love Parade (1929)

    This episode of "Once Upon a Time at the Oscars" reviews "The Love Parade," a 1929 musical and pre-code film. Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

  • Disraeli (1929)

    Kyle and Ryan review the historical biopic 'Disraeli' (1929), a nominee at the Academy Awards, on the podcast Once Upon a Time at the Oscars. They discuss films nominated for Best Picture starting from 1927.

  • 1929 Ceremony Episode (2nd Oscars)

    This episode covers the 1929 Oscars (2nd Academy Awards), hosted by Kyle and Ryan. They discuss the limited categories, the short eligibility window, and the notable impact of sound in films from that year. The podcast reviews every Best P…

  • The Hollywood Revue (1929)

    Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews The Hollywood Revue (1929), noting its unique status as a best picture nominee. Hosts Kyle and Ryan watch and discuss every Best Picture nominee.

  • Alibi (1929)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews the 1929 film Alibi, a proto-noir classic. Hosts Kyle and Ryan break down nominated films from the Academy Awards.

  • The Broadway Melody (1929)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars reviews and critiques the 1929 film The Broadway Melody, one of the first talking musicals nominated for Best Picture. Hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the film as part of their year-long journey t…

  • In Old Arizona (1928)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars covers "In Old Arizona (1928)", the first western ever nominated for Best Picture. Hosts Kyle and Ryan provide a review, trivia, and critique of the film.

  • The Patriot (1928) and Lost Media

    Kyle and Ryan discuss "The Patriot" (1928), the sole Best Picture nominee that is now considered lost media. They also discuss the possibility of such an event happening today and the future of lost media.

  • 1928 Ceremony Episode

    In this episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars, hosts Kyle and Ryan discuss the winners and films from the very first Academy Awards ceremony held in 1928, marking the end of the inaugural Academy year.

  • Wings (1927)

    This episode reviews Wings (1927), the first Best Picture Oscar winner, covering its story of love and friendship and technological advancements. The podcast explores every Best Picture nominee.

  • The Racket (1928)

    The podcast "Once Upon a Time at the Oscars" discusses the 1928 film "The Racket," the earliest gangster movie nominated for an Academy Award. Hosts Kyle and Ryan offer a review, trivia, and critique of the film.

  • 7th Heaven (1927)

    This episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars covers the 1927 film '7th Heaven', a nominee for Best Picture. Hosts Kyle and Ryan offer a review, trivia, and critique of the film.

  • Episode 0 - The Academy and Us

    In this episode of Once Upon a Time at the Oscars, hosts Kyle and Ryan begin their journey through every Best Picture nominee, starting with the films of 1927. They review, share trivia, and critique the films.