Non-Cannon ~ Episode 23 - Krull (1983)

We're back with season 4! Notice anything odd? That's right, we're starting this one off with a Non-Cannon episode.

We've wanted to cover this one since we started Cannon Cruisers, but we never had a spot for it. In season 3 we had meant to do it but ran out of space. However, we managed to get it out for you in time for season 4's premiere.

This is a space fantasy movie with more surprises than you might expect, even for one that came in the wake of Star Wars success. This might not be to the stage, but is it worth checking out? See the review and find out.

Randy's Score: 3/5
JD's Score: 4/5


Up Next: Dutch Treat!

Episode 47 - Season 03 Wrap-Up

And with this we leave you with our final episode of season 3, and halfway point for Cannon Cruisers as a whole. It's amazing that we made it this far. However, we have many more works to cover. Please stick with us along the way.

Once again, enjoy this unedited one hour discussion over B-movies. Over 20 movies are included within. We went all in on this one.

We will be back in two weeks for season 4! Until then, thank you for watching!


Up Next: Season 4!

Episode 46 - Duet for One (1986)

For the last film of season 3 we cover this little known drama from 1986. A woman discovers she has a disease that will eventually takes her life and begins reassessing everything she is and has built for herself. Needless to say, it's not the sort of movie we usually cover here.

It's not a bad movie, though. It's a bit typical and expected of a subversive and hedonistic view at mortality, but it has good performances and directing. As usual you can hear our full thoughts in the episode above.

Randy's Score: 3/5
JD's Score: 3/5


Up Next: Season 3 Wrap-Up!

Episode 45 - Firewalker (1986)

We're back to Norris, but not the sort of thing you might expect. This 1986 movie directed by the director of most of Bronson's '80s films is an attempt at a world-hopping buddy comedy with typical Chuck Norris action. This is not what you would normally see from Cannon and it comes together in a surprising way.

As always, check the full episode above for proper impressions. Nonetheless, we had fun.

Randy's Score: 3/5
JD's Score: 3/5


Up Next: Duet for One!

Non-Cannon ~ Episode 22 - They Live (1988)

As teased, we dive into this cult classic from 80s favorite John Carpenter. In a world fractured by modern life and the drab ennui of an endless conveyor-belt existence, someone discovers they key to it all. It turns out that while we sleep, they live. And now it's time to fight back.

This is an extremely controversial film in a lot of ways, and is not one that would release today, with an intense brutality and bleak worldview that was ahead of its time. We cover that a bit, but also if it holds together as a film. As usual, check the episode for our full thoughts.

Randy's Score: 4/5
JD's Score: 4/5


Up Next: Firewalker

Episode 44 - Murphy's Law (1986)

Bronson is back! In this action adventure buddy comedy, cop Jack Murphy finds himself paired with a criminal as they attempt to solve a conspiracy and clear his name. Directed by J. Lee Thompson (who directed every Bronson film from the era aside from Death Wish 2, 3, and 5) this is a bit different than what either of these pair had been up to at Cannon.

However, it isn't exactly perfect, and we'll go into that further in the episode. Suffice to say, it is a movie worth finding (which we had trouble doing) and one of Charles Bronson's better later career movies.

Randy's Score: 3/5
JD's Score: 3/5


Up Next: Non-Cannon! Better ready your sunglasses...

Episode 43 - 52 Pick Up (1986)

Today we cover a movie as surprising as it is compelling. This film is based on an Elmore Leonard novel. In fact, it's based on the same one as earlier episode The Ambassador is! The production history behind this one is bizarre, being that the same company is even involved in it.

However, unlike that movie, this one had direct involvement from the author to create a picture that fits the Cannon mold while still striking a perfect chord for noir thriller fans.

As always, check out the episode for our full thoughts!

Randy's Score: 3/5
JD's Score: 4/5


Up Next: Murphy's Law!