Film Stories with Simon Brew

Simon Brew

Film Stories with Simon Brew is a podcast that looks to dig into the stories behind popular movies.From troubled productions, to rights issues, to difficulties with release to films nearly falling apart, the podcast will be looking at the stories that don't always seem apparent when watching a movie! Read more

TV & film

Episodes

Contact (1997) and how it nearly fell apart, plus David Frankel on The Devil Wears Prada 2

05/04/2026 01:23:53Cape Fear (1991), and when Martin Scorsese read it three times and hated it

04/28/2026 00:47:47 Dick Tracy (1990), along with the strange trick to hold onto its rights

04/20/2026 01:01:21Wild Wild West (1999), plus how it affected The Matrix and The Iron Giant

04/13/2026 00:44:20In conversation with Paul Feig - The Housemaid, Bridesmaids at the Oscars, Ghostbusters and more

04/10/2026 01:02:10 Show all episodes

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Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite movies? Get to find out in the film Stories with Simon Brew.
Simon Brew pays attention to all details, making this show like no other. Each episode uncovers the struggles and inspirations behind the most popular movies. This podcast will help you understand all that happens behind movie productions.