Pass, Pirate, Pay with Ken Franco
Get ready to dive into the latest flicks and shows! Join host Ken Franco and his hilarious co-hosts as they dive deep into the world of film, TV, and beyond. From blockbusters to hidden gems, we're grading it all: Pass, Pirate, or Pay. So, grab your popcorn, settle in, and let's get this party started! At the end of each segment a grade is given:
Pass: No need to see this thing at all
Pirate: See it, but don't spend your hard earned money on it
Pay: Go see this and pay for it, you cheap bastard
Episodes
30 episodes
Ken Goes To The Doc (Documentaries)
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 th...
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Episode 30
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44:15
Zombies Pt I
🧟♂️ 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 Scandinavia...
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Episode 29
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43:45
Mountainhead (One off)
🎙️ This Week on a very special Pass, Pirate, Pay We’re heading for high altitudes and low morals with Mountainhead, Jesse Armstrong’s HBO satire about four tech bros trapped in a luxury chalet whil...
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Episode 28
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13:49
The Stephen King Cinematic Universe Pt I
We dive into three very different slices of the Stephen King cinematic universe — the prison epic The Shawshank Redemption, the haunted sequel Doctor Sleep, and the meditative mind-bender The Life of Chuck. From hope ...
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Episode 27
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58:41
Haunted Houses or Ghosts, Guilt and Glitches
🎃 This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, Ken and Andy creep down the haunted hallway of horror cinema—where the floorboards creak with trauma and the wallpaper is peeling in dread. First up is 1985's House, the gonzo gh...
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Episode 26
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45:17
Forgotten 80's Favorites (Featuring Danny Jackson)
🎙️ Pass, Pirate, Pay dives deep into the neon-lit VHS vault for Forgotten '80s Favorites! This week, Ken and Andy are joined by longtime pal and pop culture savant Danny Jackson to revisit three offbeat gems that deserve ...
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Episode 25
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55:55
Westerns Part II
Saddle up and keep your trigger fingers loose—Ken and Andy are riding back into the wild, weird West! This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, the fellas tackle the dusty trail of The Cowboys (1972), where John Wayne herds up some ...
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Episode 24
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47:30
Vampires (Pt II 'This Time With Soul')
🦇🕺💉 This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, we’re throwin' on our capes and creepin’ through the crypt of Black vampire cinema! First up, the OG fang daddy himself in Blackula 🧛🏿—smooth, spooky, and rocking a velvet collar. The...
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Episode 23
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51:11
Mixed Bag
This week, Ken and Andy reach deep into the cinematic grab bag and pull out three wildly different flicks for your reviewing pleasure in an episode we’re calling… Mixed Bag.🌀 Twisted (2004) – Ashley Judd, Samuel L. Jack...
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Episode 22
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56:20
Baseball, Ray
Batter up! This week, Ken and Andy are sliding headfirst into the world of baseball movies, covering three films that span decades of dugouts, dreams, and devilish deals.⚾ The Bad News Bears (1976) – The original misfit l...
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Episode 21
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45:14
St Patrick's Special
Grab a pint and cue the fiddle—it's our St. Patrick's Day Special! Ken and Andy are diving into three Irish-themed films that span magic, music, and immigration, as we celebrate the Emerald Isle on screen.🍀 Darby O'Gill and th...
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Episode 20
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42:25
Hackman
This week, Ken and Andy salute one of cinema’s greatest and most versatile actors—the legendary Gene Hackman. From tough-as-nails detectives to drifters and naval officers, Hackman brought grit, depth, and undeniable presence to every ro...
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Episode 19
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48:26
Oscar Night - 2024
Hollywood’s biggest night is upon us, and Ken and Andy are here to break it all down! In this special episode, we’re diving into the 2024 Academy Award nominees—who will take home gold, who got snubbed, and which films had us cheering or...
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Episode 18
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1:03:57
Attack Of The Sex-Bots!!!
In this week’s episode, Ken and Andy dive deep into the future of love, lust, and artificial intelligence as they review three films about robotic romance gone awry: Cherry 2000 (1987), Subservience (2024), and Companion
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Episode 17
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47:34
Ken Gets Emotionally Devastated
Get ready to feel all the feels on this week's episode of Pass, Pirate, Pay! Ken and Andy take a deep dive into emotionally devastating films—Steel Magnolias, Nowhere Special, and Ghost Light. Join them as th...
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Episode 16
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31:53
Universal Monsters
Get ready for some classic chills and modern thrills on this episode of Pass, Pirate, Pay! Ken and Andy dive into Universal's iconic monster lore, reviewing the eerie elegance of Creature from the Black Lagoon, the horro...
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Episode 15
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44:33
Very Disturbing Films (Part I)
Brace yourself for a haunting episode of Pass, Pirate, Pay as Ken and Andy venture into the darkest corners of cinema. This week, they review A Serbian Film, Megan Is Missing, and Salo, or the 120 Days of So...
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Episode 14
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59:42
Food, Glorious Food!!!
In this delicious episode, Ken and Andy indulge in the world of food-centric cinema, savoring three mouthwatering films that celebrate the art of cooking. First up is Babette’s Feast, a sumptuous story of gratitude, sacrifice, an...
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Episode 13
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57:43
Vampires (Pt 1)
On this chilling episode, Ken and Andy sink their teeth into three vampire films, each offering a fresh twist on the undead legend. First, they explore the moody, immortal romance of Only Lovers Left Alive, where ancient bloodsuc...
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Episode 12
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51:00
Music Flix
"On this musical episode of Pass, Pirate, Pay, Ken and Andy jam out with reviews of movies and shows about musicians! From the riotous rock antics of We Are Lady Parts to the gritty Irish hip-hop vibes of Kneecap
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Episode 11
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52:26
Christmas Special Part II
This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, it’s Christmas special: Part 2! We’re diving into the holiday spirit with reviews of Joyeux Noel, the wild ride that is Rare Exports, and the new Farrelly Brothers, Jack Black mov...
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Episode 10
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47:32
Christmas Special Part I
This week on Pass, Pirate, Pay, it's a holly jolly Christmas special! We’re back with another round of Better Than Gigli, taking aim at The Rock's new holiday flick, Red One. Then, Ken and Andy unwrap their top ...
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Episode 9
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55:21
Off To See The Wizard!!!
On this magical episode, Ken and Andy set off down the Yellow Brick Road in search of the Wizard of Cinema, exploring three enchanting tales inspired by the land of Oz. First, they encounter Lynch/Oz, a documentary that unravels ...
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Episode 8
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55:43