2025 was a defining year for both cinema and television — and in this end-of-year episode of Locked Off Logic Podcast, we’re joined by Rene Reviews and D Riptide to rank, debate, and reflect on the stories that shaped the year.
From Marvel films and major franchise entries to independent classics, festival favorites, and bold new voices, we break down and rank the best movies of 2025. We discuss which mega blockbusters delivered, which indie films quietly became instant classics, and which festival premieres proved that original storytelling is still alive and thriving.
This episode also features a deep dive into the top TV shows of 2025, ranking:
The best returning seasons that lived up to (or surpassed) expectations
New breakout series that captured audiences for the first time
Video game adaptations that got it right — and why some worked better than others
From prestige dramas and genre television to adaptations that respected their source material, we examine how TV storytelling continued to evolve in 2025 and how it increasingly rivaled — and sometimes outperformed — theatrical releases.
Throughout the conversation, we explore:
The state of Marvel and franchise filmmaking in 2025
Festival favorites that pushed boundaries
Indie films that prioritized story over spectacle
The rise of video game adaptations done right
What 2025 revealed about the future of movies and television
More than just rankings, this episode is about why stories matter, how audiences connected to films and shows in 2025, and what this year tells us about where storytelling is headed next.
Whether you saw everything in theaters, caught up through streaming, or are looking for thoughtful recommendations, this episode is your definitive 2025 movie and TV season recap — made for cinephiles, storytellers, and anyone who loves great stories.
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