Story Break is a weekly podcast from RocketJump where we (Will Campos, Matt Arnold, and Freddie Wong) sit down in the RocketJump writer's room and attempt to "break" a story for a ridiculous concept, property, or idea that we in NO way have any rights to. Join us every week as we attempt to tackle everything from beloved video games to billion dollar franchises!
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bavvelgawwawd
5 out of 5 stars
Late To The Party
I found this podcast through dungeons and daddies and was so sad to find out it had ended. :( Hope you guys come back for a christmas episode! EDIT PLEASE DO A BETTY WHITE BIOPIC
Hairstylistparochial
5 out of 5 stars
Dystopian Dragontales
I absolutely loved this whole podcast (and have moved over to Dungeons and Daddies because I’ve grown so attached to everyone). I wish this was still going because I’ve been trying to pitch a spin off of Dragontales to anyone who will listen. The kids go back to the world, it’s been destroyed because they stopped visiting. Rated R. All that jazz. I’d love creative minds like FW to put something like this into the world.
andzerb
5 out of 5 stars
Basically perfect
Got me into filmmaking. I hope the story boys come back to it every once in a while.
ChromKing
5 out of 5 stars
Very fun podcast
Even though this is over I think it’s stilll worth listening to the og heaven heist and flo from progressive eps are my fave
Iamaauperfatty
5 out of 5 stars
Great show
Episode one, Link wants to get into the sacred temple because he can find a nap spot where nobody will look or bother him. Have him being antagonized for being a lazy bum and that drives him to look for somewhere he won’t be bothered. He finds the sword and binds to it while he’s curiously picking it up. The village leaders throw him out in a rage and he doesn’t have anywhere to go, so he goes with Zelda because he has nowhere else to go. When he sees the outside world is having difficulty he then finds the motivation to continue on because he realizes the problems will eventually reach and destroy his village where his family lives.
Oceane Scardovi
5 out of 5 stars
Getting me out of writers block
Like most people, i came here from dungeons and daddies. Didn’t think I’d find a new favorite podcast, but here we are! On top of that, the FIRST episode was about my favorite franchise, legend of Zelda! This show has me motivated to get out of my writing slump and keep being creative. Thanks for being the best guys! (And let me know if you want an intern!)
Bibbidy boopty
5 out of 5 stars
I was hooked from the beginning
I started this show after speedrunning DnDaddies because I wanted to understand the daddy gang’s writing style in a more open and “structure-less” environment. Each episode y’all knock it out of the park. This podcast style is a perfect way to facilitate growth in a creative manner and I was glad to hear it being done!
Lexieluv48
5 out of 5 stars
10s all around
The idea, the content, execution just 10/10 well done.
ProfessorPatel
5 out of 5 stars
Press F to pay respects
One of the most unique, hilarious podcast ideas I’ve heard. Wish they could pass it on to guest trios since it’s such a awesome premise. Miss you fellas!
Cosmolu
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely amazing
This is easily the best podcast I've ever heard. A hilarious, incredible dive into the creative process. My only regret is that I will someday run out of episodes to listen to.
Thaddeus Chunderbottom
5 out of 5 stars
The last break was my heart
Like many others, I found this gem through Dungeons and daddies. This harrowing look into the primordial soup of creativity is such a refreshing experience. I truly felt like one of the bois and would shout in both exaltation and frustration as if they could respond. My one wish for the Honda-days would be the return of this hour of fellowship and fun, to offer respite in the dark winter hours
youguysimpsychic
5 out of 5 stars
☑️☑️☑️
This show rules 🤷🏻♀️
OhMyrGod
5 out of 5 stars
Galaxy Trucker
I know I’m a little late to Story Break, but that doesn’t make it any less valid. Galaxy Trucker is my favorite episode so far, thoroughly enjoyed it. They did such a great job, I had to go and find Galaxy Trucker so I could try it out myself. A++
beeen-jamin'
5 out of 5 stars
Just a good time
Sad to say goodbye to this podcast that has been a constant source of laughter and good vibes for the last 4 years. Thank you Matt, Freddy, and Will for all that you do and I hope story break will get resurrected from time to time in the future. Good luck with your movie!!!
Pimbles the Bread Boy
5 out of 5 stars
So much fun!
It’s been a good time, and thank you so much for this podcast! It’s one of my favorites. To anyone reading, I can’t recommend this show enough. Sad that it’s over, but so glad it existed.
TotemQuote
5 out of 5 stars
(New Footnote Added)- I Mean Dang
It’s genuinely brilliant, in-depth, creative, INCLUSIVE, and unique- all while being really hecking hilarious. Each episode is an entirely new rollercoaster, my friends. Not one is like another. If you’re interested in writing and production, this is still an excellent podcast for you. I know it says comedy, but Matt, Will, and Freddy tackle each topic with sweat on their brows, and they weave some pretty dang phenomenal tales. Oh, and the three of their fun-loving, vaguely cynical, expressive personalities in one room? The cherry on top. (Also listen to their other (DnD) podcast with fellow hosts Beth May and Anthony Burch, “Dungeons and Daddies,” and combined with this podcast you will be stocked up on distracted happiness for a while.) ** Edit, years later. 2nd review for the 2nd podcast I ever listened to. I’m heartbroken that it’s over, not only because it’s a goodbye to Story Break, but because it’s a goodbye to Matt, Freddie, and Will. Except for the occasional other podcast, we’ll never be “in the same room with them” again. Not in this way. I wish them all the best. Good luck, guys, in your careers- although you obviously don’t need it.
LemerX7
5 out of 5 stars
Story Break is Amazing
This show and it’s hosts Will, Matt, and Freddy are hilarious and extremely heartwarming would probably be the first podcast I’d recommend if someone asked me to. Even though this podcast is ending I know that it’ll never be gone because even before it was ending I already constantly relistened to almost every episode. At this rate I’ll know every episode by heart in like 2 years. Whenever I want to listen to a random podcast that’s not part of a bigger journey or story 60% of the time (and I say 60 because the other 40 is MBMBAM) I put on one of these episodes. And even if you did want a podcast that is part of a bigger story they have you covered with Heaven Heist and Jar Jar. The point is that this podcast is amazing and I want the story boys to know that even if they never make a hit blockbuster, that they succeeded in making a beautiful piece of art already. Thank you guys for the years already and the many years to come of hilarity, happiness, and at the very least white noise, that you guys provided me and I hope to watch one of your movies on the big screen someday.(Hopefully it’s why the chicken crossed the road) P.S. I’m still holding out hope that there might be new episodes every once in a while though. Love you guys
cooltonia
5 out of 5 stars
Only 4 weeks left
Rip the story boys in me ears, soon I shall see them on the silver screen. It’s been a incredible run, and ever since discovering your shorts and full length shows from rocket jump, and I’ll miss your sweet sweet noise.
Junitin1000
5 out of 5 stars
My Favorite Part of the Week
These crazy lads somehow make me laugh in public so people look at me weird every week.
CindertheGreat
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Love!
I love listening to these stores- I wish they would be made into real movies! As a writer, I definitely wish I was able to participate in the conversation sometimes!!
I like to take naps
5 out of 5 stars
This is great!
I can't believe I didn't listen to this sooner. I found this after catching up fully on dungeons and daddies and wanted more of this goofy group. Low key very good stories they craft! Highly recommend!
Reborm
5 out of 5 stars
Love the Energy
I’m slowly making my way through the back catalog and love what I’ve heard so far! The hosts have great energy and charisma that mesh well together. There is no condescension between them, and they are willing to listen to each other’s ideas, no matter how crazy some of them may be. I have skipped a few episodes that have since been made into movies that I didn’t want to mess up how the story played out in my mind with the “writer’s room” version. Keep on making great content, I look forward to listening to many many more amazing episodes.
[Snowy]
5 out of 5 stars
Uniquely inclusive sometimes
It’s nice to see a group of writers who are funny and respectful of lgbt folks from the Bowsette movie to the prom movie, they handle things well and I’m happy to say I’m allways ready for a new episode to laugh at and relax.
Zymurgy under
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious and (sometimes) genius
The hosts are all fantastic. The full length movie writes are my favorite. Heaven Heist was a blast. And somehow, impossibly, surreally: Jar Jar is even better.
good guy... definitely
5 out of 5 stars
New listener loving it
Interesting idea for a podcast, just a bit slow at times but perfect to listen to in the background EDIT: never mind they are wonderful, the jar-jar script is making me actually sad in the best way
JBadge91
5 out of 5 stars
Took a Second
As a script writer for a fiction podcast, I knew it was going to take a second for me to appreciate this show, but the concept is invaluable. Taking a rough idea, making it worse, and at the end of it, somehow creating a fantastic pitch for something I’d genuinely enjoy, given opportunity to watch. I am a new convert to the show, and these guys are fun to listen to. Give it half an episode, and the entertainment will pay dividends. Keep up the great work!
I'm nit saying my nam
5 out of 5 stars
So good
I love it!
tybalt333
5 out of 5 stars
Obsessed
I’d been listening on and off for many years now but the scene for Heaven Heist & the Jar-Jar movie have made this priority listening for me.
CKnoxW
5 out of 5 stars
Thanks you!!!
I’ve been listening to episodes on repeat since late 2019. No joke, You guys helped me through 2020. My favorite episode is, without a doubt, The Boys are Back In Town.
Joepalzzzz
5 out of 5 stars
Love These Guys
I am obsessed. I’ve been working my through the heaven heist script listening to a podcast a day and it is amazing. First found out about you through the Dungeons and Daddies podcast, which was recommenced by a friend. It’s up there on my top five life changing experiences. I don’t think any podcast comes close to the banter and wit you guys bring. Please never stop creating content. Even the ads are worth listening too!
Ekhodj
5 out of 5 stars
Gets my juices flowing!
My creative juices, that is. There’s nothing I love more than hearing Will yell out, “Oh, oh, oh, oh, I got it!” followed by Matt saying, “Yeah,” repeatedly while listening to Will with Freddie laughing maniacally in the background. In all seriousness, this is a wonderful podcast hosted by some awesome dudes. Keep up the good work fellas!
piercen borchardt
5 out of 5 stars
Crackin open a story with the boys
Every episode makes me feel like I’m just hanging out with the boys and screwin around talking about movies and games and whatever else This is the podcast that inspired me to start recording my own! Keep it up boys! ✨ Kathleen bless 🙏🏼✨
QuickFreeze0507
5 out of 5 stars
Makes me want to not only write, but scream at my phone
This podcast has been quite the inspiration. It makes me want to write and explore the creativity of stories. I love how they work together, flow their stories, and build off of one another. I would love to guest on this podcast, that is the kind of energy that they give off. It really opens a door into creativity, and helps to explore what it is to be a writer of screen. Thank you for sharing these insights, and if you ever need a guest, I volunteer as tribute!
Spudstress
5 out of 5 stars
Three great story boys
This podcast is a treat. The boys have great chemistry that leads to fun banter, and a fluid writing/breaking process. It’s also a really interesting insight into storytelling and screenplay writing, and also great inspiration for creative brainstorming. It’s fun to be along for the ride through the whole process, and more often than not, they stick the landing and make a really fun story at the end. While not *every* story they break is a banger, every single episode is. If you’re interested in listening to creative people do creative writing in real time - definitely give this podcast a shot!
Mariorox1956
5 out of 5 stars
Creative, goofy and informative. The real triple threat.
I'm a recent fan of these wonderful story boys and their equally wonderful ideas. They find ways to make topics so simple or mundane into captivating, imaginative stories in just an hour. I find it fascinating to see the bite-sized process of how a story is formed through the minds of the self-proclaimed Hollywood professionals. The show is also entertaining with how the boys are constantly making jokes and always trying to one-up the previous goofy idea with an even more ludicrous idea. All the cohosts have perfect chemistry with each other, each offering unique perspective on breaking down a story, refining it to the best it can be. If you have any interest in the creative process behind writing movies, the imaginative spins on ideas you never thought possible, or just enjoy the chaos of three like-minded folks making jokes about popular culture, I would highly recommend Story Break.
Leila Mullison
5 out of 5 stars
Great Fun (and learning!)
I’m an animator-turned-screenwriter and I have been wanting to get more data points on how other people tackle the story process. This podcast is *great* for that!! It’s the prefect level of funny and informational, like soaking up knowledge from your smart friends at a party. Huge backlog, too! (I’m only at Teen Bond and I’m so excited to keep going.) Awesome podcast, keep up the good work!!
theoriginaldadamgi
5 out of 5 stars
Giving Jar Jar a Second Chance
I hated Jar Jar before these guys got ahold of him. Can’t wait to see how it turns out and I would definitely pay money to see this movie! I love when they’re throwing ideas against the wall to see what sticks even though they spend a significant amount of time nowhere near the rails. It all comes together by the end of the episode, though. Great work!
Scurvytoes
5 out of 5 stars
A fun, engaging time
This is a great, creative and fun podcast. I have to listen to it with my AirPods, because my partner can’t tolerate all the “yelling and cross talk”. For me, while it can be a little frustrating at times and I wouldn’t mind a little less of it, it just wouldn’t have that fun writers’ room feel without some shouting and cross/over talking. I really love when they do deep dives on a single script every show, like “Heaven Heist” and “Jar Jar: a Star Wars story”. I enjoy the juxtaposition of these long form arcs with the one shot story breaks they are the bread and butter of the show. Thanks, Gents!
JackSGreyson
5 out of 5 stars
Chain gang attempting a prison break
The story writing equivalent of a chain gang attempting a prison break every week: mostly successful, frequently hilarious, always sounds like fun. The three hosts balance each other so nicely or, when they don’t, one will fully yank the others into entertaining directions that I certainly don’t mind re-listening to when I need cheering up. 👌🏽💯
FretfulSumo
5 out of 5 stars
Yes
I was down enough to listen to every episode, then Will made an iRobot reference and I decided to become a Story Break stan.
DeedahNJR
5 out of 5 stars
Fun and Inspiring
A great listen that has made me revisit the way I look at stories and writing. All 3 hosts are hilarious and sharp. The only problem is I listen to too many episodes a day, and I fear I will run out too quickly. PS: When y’all are finished with the Jar Jar Binks story (going great), you should tackle the ‘Ology book series (Dragonology, Wizardology, etc). I grew up reading them, and I think there’s a lot of fun lore to break and explore.
FluffyR4
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast
Every episode is filled with a great story that will make you laugh every time you hear it. Suggestion: a storybreak for a heaven heist, dungeons and daddies movie.
RoastBeefDinners
5 out of 5 stars
Nice
Great podcast. Can't wait to watch the jar jar binks movie. BTW the title should be The Legend of Binks: an unsung hero
Zizyx
4 out of 5 stars
Fun drinking game
Take a shot every time Will quickly repeats a word or phrase more than three times
bobsled6969
5 out of 5 stars
Every story is a hit!
I'd love to see any and all of these stories become movies!
jonclone
4 out of 5 stars
Good
The worst video game takes
WizzerWizard
5 out of 5 stars
This podcast inspired me to write again
These boys just hit it out of the park! I want to watch all of these movies and every movie that Will spoils! This podcast is a love letter to movies and it’s inspired a lost love of film in me. Always funny, sometimes poignant and usually coherent, it’s one of the few podcasts that I recommend to everyone
Will the first
5 out of 5 stars
Story Break: the movie
This podcast rocks so hard. The story boys always coming at you fresh, lively, and ingenious. On one level it’s hilarious, on another level it’s educational, and on another level it’s so ground breaking.
Big G 103
5 out of 5 stars
Love the process!
Came here from Dungeon and Daddies. Still catching up (on episode 106), but these guys are amazing! Love seeing the process, and highly recommend the Contra, Duke Nukem, Nuclear Family, and Ski Free episodes.
Gazould
5 out of 5 stars
Movies that should be made
This is a great podcast except I spend so much time wishing I see could the Flo from Progressive movie or the Galaxy Truckers TV show. And the Jar-Jar Binks movie is so perfect that I've made it canon. If just one of these movies got made I would die happy.
booklover960
5 out of 5 stars
Story strong
I love seeing the ridiculous things they come up with. Heaven heist was astounding, and Lincoln logs will be the first movie of the new era I hope
alienbooknose
5 out of 5 stars
Entertaining
Recently found this podcast and I’m really enjoying trawling through old episodes. Good for a laugh and some insight into how movies are structured!
Crashmandicoot
5 out of 5 stars
3 Hollywoof Profeshes Take on Pop Culture and maybe the world?
A really good pod
City of Wizards
5 out of 5 stars
Hollywood Needs This
In an age where, I feel, Hollywood makes a lot of garbage... These guys take concepts and turn them into really entertaining film ideas. It was just recently recommended to a friend of mine and I decided to look into it as well. And I have been absolutely loving it. They're immensely entertaining to listen to, 10/10 will now be a consistent listener, and I will be looking for an Among Us film.
sage parsons
5 out of 5 stars
Someone please buy their movies!!
Holy cowabunga! This is the best podcast on the internet. I follow over 100 podcast and since I stumbled across these genius fellows, I have been listening constantly. Every episode is so incredibly capturing and hilarious and inventive. Someone buy their movies. I will watch them all! 10/10!!!
Court-ney-ney
5 out of 5 stars
10/10 would recommend
This is such a consistently great listen! I love the energy that Freddy, Matt, and Will always bring to the episodes and I find myself always cracking up and thoroughly enjoying whatever I’m doing while listening to them break stories. Thank you and keep up the awesome work guys!!!
Becca Burm
5 out of 5 stars
Oh dear
This is chaotic and hilarious and I hate that I love it good job guys
jdjhdhshshshs
5 out of 5 stars
Jar Jar Movie
I’m a huge Star Wars fan, who loves all of Star Wars, and their pitch for the jar jar movie is better than any of the prequels or sequels. Sold on the podcast from its second episode alone.
grub1996
5 out of 5 stars
WOOOOaahh
Freddy’s dream sequence episode is my all time favorite and forced me to write a five star review. EXTREMELY sexy and free. just naturally cool and gorgeously surreal and thought provoking. thank you freddys subconscious mixed with the boys excellent writing and yarn spinnin’
Ahdscjircbk
5 out of 5 stars
Yes
Yes
Readingworm42
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Podcast!
This podcast is great! I love listening to the goofy stories these guys come up with, and I really love hearing their creative process. I would definitely recommend this podcast to anyone who enjoys stories, movies and having a good laugh.
Bearitonecub
5 out of 5 stars
Fun, hilarious, and creative
I don’t have much to review, they make me laugh consistently and are super creative with the ideas they come up with. I get laughs and inspiration to write.
dungeons and daddies bdsm fan
5 out of 5 stars
It’s no Dungeon Dads, but it’s home
Great fun podcast. Not all episodes are winners, but even the bad ones are fun
alex[h2wf]
5 out of 5 stars
Thank you
Been a fan of RJ since high school and sort of forgot about y’all for a bit. Heard an ad on some other max fun show and started listening. Since then I’ve binged VGHS, ACD, Dimension 404, Rocket Jump: The Show, and most of the other YouTube shorts, and I figured the least I could do for the amount of joy you bring me is review, and the stand of solidarity today reminded me I hadn’t already, so thanks y’all.
autumnbionicles
4 out of 5 stars
-_-
An animal crossing movie already exists, kings
pure irritation
5 out of 5 stars
Please make it real
My only complaint is that it’s unlikely any of these will get made. It makes me want to make more friends in creative industries and try to break my own stories Edit: I’m not even 100 episodes in and I’m so addicted. This show makes me maybe want to watch frasier.
Potatoplunderer
5 out of 5 stars
You NEED to listen to this Podcast!
Long time listener, first time mug-buyer and reviewer. This is the podcast you’ve always wanted but never new you needed. The hosts have wonderful chemistry, pumping out ideas and movie pitches that will blow your mind like little creative explosions! You’ll thank me latter.
Mctropilis makersYT
5 out of 5 stars
This is by far the best podcast.. EVER
This is my desert island podcast. If i could give this 6 stars i would, i can go on and on about how good this podcast is! I find myself waiting and waiting for the next episode, some of these i actually want to exist!
kaibigan_sa_puso
5 out of 5 stars
IMDB would give this series 5/5
Yes I know it is a podcast but I had to give this review an appropiate title. I first discovered this podcast by listening to a different podcast called Dungeons and Daddies. I really enjoy the interesting takes on all sorts of ideas for movies/shows. Thanks to this podcast, I know now if some ideas in my head would be good or not so good ideas. Whether or not I agree with some of their takes, I do understand their reasoning and how they get there is very entertaning to listen to. Once I get through some more episodes, you can count on me suggesting some ideas of my own for episodes, if they haven't been done already.
Theloydyourbob
5 out of 5 stars
These guys...
Seriously. Found you after Dungeons and Daddies and you keep me laughing the entire time. Flo From Progressive is GOLD!
LBHoward
5 out of 5 stars
Terrific.
I love listening to this podcast. It makes me laugh and I find myself actually wanting to watch the movies they conceptualize.
nellb98
5 out of 5 stars
Make Pixar’s Shoes
Hilarious, amazing show, great guest hosts. 10/10 not only if you like screenwriting but if you love the creative process and 3 funny funny guys
fadedforher
5 out of 5 stars
like drinking a shot of straight dopamine
i just found this podcast and i can’t stop listening to it! will freddie and matt deliver top quality laughs directly to my brain and i’m eternally grateful. also, freddie has a sexy voice.
Appalachiaaan
5 out of 5 stars
these guys are like a nose full of chile powder at 6 am:
*will campos voice* ... one hell of a way to start your day! ok real talk, i heard about the story boys from dungeon and daddies, and after the first episode of story break i was in love. as an aspiring screenwriter, it’s so inspiring, informative, and entertaining to hear these guys break down strange and random properties into (mostly) intelligible stories. i’ve learned how to craft better hooks and conceptualize ideas and, most importantly, what important questions to ask when developing an emotionally engaging story from a fun idea. thanks for the laughs and the learnin’, story boys! UPDATE 12/18: ok i have officially listened to every episode, and i am officially officially endeared to the story boys. i’ve recommended this podcast to everyone i know irl AND on instagram, as well as others in my writing group. the jarjar binks episode continues to be a fan favorite! i’ve also recommended dungeons and daddies and every other podcast on the maximum fun network. thank you for making me laugh with every episode. here’s looking at you, story boys.
Porkypine66
5 out of 5 stars
Pure gold!
Just found this podcast because their other comedy genius Dungeon and Daddies! I can’t get 5 mins without busting out laughing at work! Love these guys!
big man within
5 out of 5 stars
Great Podcast, need a Segata Sanshiro episode
Segata Sanshiro was a character from a Sega ad campaign for the Sega Saturn in Japan. Please watch just one ad, you will not be disappointed, he is a god
Moneychik
5 out of 5 stars
speechless
I have only just started to listen to these guys just a few days ago, but I’m about 40 episodes in and I have to say, I am in LOVE with this podcast! My favorite so far is definitely the one about Clippy- I just love how in depth these guys can get with their pitches. I had a thought while listening to the Burger King Kids Club episode too; what if when Kid Vid was skateboarding, instead of relying on the smell of burger king to guide him, Wheels became his eyes, and Kid Vid was his legs and they had like a super skateboard and worked together. You guys have given me so many new ideas about story pitches and I can’t thank you enough. Keep it up!!
King Fred 17
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious
Found this after getting into Dungeons and Daddies. I could listen to these guys come up with zany ideas for movies all day. My only wish is that I could listen faster to catch up to where they are now!
DadOfDungeons
5 out of 5 stars
Great!
Found this because of Dungeons and Daddies, and I genuinely can’t get enough. Fantastic work by these guys as always!
ErcMan013
5 out of 5 stars
A wild ride of a show
This giant joke of a show has come up with some amazing movie ideas I really want made now. It’s funny but also socially aware and it couldn’t be more enduring for it.
BenCbell
5 out of 5 stars
New Favorite
Found Story Break from listening to Dungeons & Daddies and I’ve shotgunned 30 of these in the past week. It’s a killer podcast for those who are creatively inclined or whatever. Love the cast, great dynamics, interesting stories, hot takes... mama mia. 10/10 would definitely listen to again.
jebachudnezzar
5 out of 5 stars
Heckin’ Good Time
Found this ‘cast listening to “Dungeons and Daddies (A Sometimes BDSM Podcast)”. Lots of fun listening to it on my hour-round-trip-commute to/from work, 4-hour trip to see my son, and on blood echo farming for Bloodborne. Fudging love these dudes, even when they can’t quite “break the story.” Would LOVE LOVE LOVE to get an episode like “Across the Universe,” but using Cake songs rather than The Beatles. Still in the 2017 episodes, but really hoping Beth May gets included soon. (-jebachudnezzar)
10fortyEZ
5 out of 5 stars
Interesting and Fun
I ended up checking this out after hearing a "commercial" for it listening to a different podcast. I recognised their voices from Dungeons and Daddies and I had to check this out. So far this is amazing and the ideas are so wild that I wish I could see these for real. I'd recommend this to everyone.
TvsAvD
5 out of 5 stars
“Jolly good show!” -The Queen
‘Nuff said. You’re going to go against the queen ?????? No. You’re not .
CupOfJoe2012
3 out of 5 stars
Loved the old format!
This is a great podcast from 3 guys who are highly qualified, acutely tuned-in, and extremely energetic. It’s a hoot to hear them turn an absurd premise (like the Waluigi Movie) into something I’d actually pay to see in theaters. It’s also a great way to learn about screenwriting by being a fly on the wall in a writers’ room. Lately they’ve switched to a format writing every scene of a movie idea called “Heaven Heist” (instead of breaking a new story every episode) and though there is potential to see a new side of the screenwriting process, I find myself zoning out during these episodes and wishing I had the old format back. Maybe it could be an alternating thing? Anyway, I’ll give heaven heist another episode or two, but I recommend new listeners start with some of the older episodes, which are really fun and surprising.
WinterAnnihilati0n
5 out of 5 stars
Do NOT underestimate this!!
I heard this podcast advertised on MBMBAM and listened on a good. And I love this show. It feels like when my group of friends would think up TV and movie ideas but with the competency of dudes who know their craft. The Jar Jar movie these guys write is MASTERFUL.
Johnny Germs
3 out of 5 stars
New format
Love the show, but the new format is pretty tough to listen to. Let’s go back!
badger facts
5 out of 5 stars
It’s good man
Super creative, and fun to listen to. Perfect for commuters.
jdmr101
5 out of 5 stars
So good
This is so creative and I absolutely adore these guys. Im here because of dungeons and daddies and Im so happy I listened.
NathanINS
5 out of 5 stars
The Midas touch (sometimes)
Love everything these guys write! Even if they story breaks them, I still have a laugh over it. Not only is it fun to listen to, but this podcast also taught me how to write a story! Pure gold!
Stef.msk
5 out of 5 stars
GENIUS.
If you are over movie critique shows but love storytelling, this is it! Start with Disney endgame or friends Oregon trail....just fantastic!
Names Jack
5 out of 5 stars
MILES PER HOUR
Long time listener, I love this show! Is so fresh, the hot takes are defended, and I cannot get enough. I am finally getting to the beginning episodes of the podcast and Freddie blew my mind in the sonic episode, simply by saying Miles Prower in a slightly off tone.... thank you sir.
Donsterr
5 out of 5 stars
Funny and full of fresh hot takes!
A podcast where one dad and his two friends are thrown in the screenwriting realm and must save their missing movie ideas. Starring the guys from Dungeons and Daddies ;)
Adrift_ike49
5 out of 5 stars
Best podcast!
This is my favorite podcast! Even though I’m new to podcast listening I listen to this podcast everyday! On stars wars right now and it’s one of my favorites 15 minutes in! Keep doin what you’re doin!
Nannabear11
5 out of 5 stars
This is my JIMMY-JAM
I love this podcast so much. I’m both excited to be caught up so that I can feel comfortable putting up a review and disappointed because I’ve run out of show and have to wait to hear more like a PEASANT! I hope you guys see this. Keep up the good work because, if nothing else, you make my days so much brighter.
Erin O'C
5 out of 5 stars
Equal parts silly AND thoughtful AND bananas
I love this podcast. The story boys have so much fun coming up with real movie plots for everything from silly premises extracted from two-word phrases (James Bong) to existing empires of IP (Disney Endgame). They are good about making their characters boys and girls and gay and straight without making the stories about those identities, whew. Someone pay these guys to write more TV and movies!
Katya La Reine
5 out of 5 stars
Funny & Clever
This is now my go-to podcast on my (hefty) commute to work. I love the dynamic between the group and find myself laughing throughout the episode. As an English teacher, I also get a kick out of the discussion of narrative, character, plot, etc. (Would love to make my high schoolers listen to an episode once I figure out how to get past adult language/theme objections.) Thanks for sharing this with us!
D4n85
2 out of 5 stars
To much interruptions
I were listening to the MTG podcast and what a mess. I was tired when you guys finally finished. Let people finish their sentences and stop cutting the off. Simple
The gentlemanly raging Inferno
5 out of 5 stars
More Guests!
You guys should really have more guests on the show, my two favorite episodes are The Friends Reunion Movie (feat Riley Critchlow) and XCOM (feat Duncan Jones) if you're a listener, and not a host, I'd definitely point towards the ones with guest they're all super funny. But overall I freaking love this podcast you guys have great ideas and are really funny. So keep doin' what yer doin'! (But with more guests)
EJE12!@
5 out of 5 stars
I love this Podcast.
The story boys are terrific. Listen to them. I can’t count the times I’ve said “So I was listening to this Podcast...”
BarryFriendly
5 out of 5 stars
Got me to sub to Max Fun
I was on the fence, as a Max Fun listener for a few months, on whether or not to donate. I found this hilarious, creative show, and within the hour felt compelled to pledge money. Give this show a listen! Every episode is gold!
Casseous
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Entertaining
I don’t think there’s a single awful episode. Even if the story they come up with isn’t your favorite, the chemistry between Freddie, Matt, and Will creates a fun dynamic that I just love to listen in on. Looking forward to the eventual Heaven Heist 2 Sequel featuring Shark Cops!!! And Trucks.
Jonathan Courtney
5 out of 5 stars
Love this pod
Hope they start a second podcast so I can get two stories a week
I'm Bateman!
5 out of 5 stars
Great Concept, Great Execution!
I heard the ad for this on some other maximum fun podcast (probably a McElroy podcast) and thought it sounded fun. I was not prepared for the hilarity that would ensue. I enjoy listening to you flounder at the beginning of an episode as I scream into the internet abyss about what I thought was a brilliant idea that you just skirt passed but by the end, I’m almost always blown away but the uncertainty of if they will break it or not is half to fun. By the way, I know you like board games, you should try breaking the game Scythe. You already have basic characters laid out plus, nothing makes for an amazing movie quite like mechs.
sarahkayy93
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
It took me 2 months to go through all the episodes and now I don’t know how I’m going to wait a week in between! Really funny and engaging, Story Break actually keeps me awake on my morning commute and has made me laugh out loud multiple times, which I’m sure everyone on the ferry appreciates.
Dsdob
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome!
I would pay to watch every movie they talk about. So much better than what’s out now. I loved VGHS and wish they made more stuff. Great to listen to and to hear the insight of how they come up with these great movie and show ideas.
Captain Asia
5 out of 5 stars
Matt’s on his dad joke A+ game
Literally one of the best Matt Arnold Dad Jokes of all time, and only after having been a new Dad for a week(?). Give that man a medal. Side bar, the podcast is and always will be phenomenal with these guys riffing off each other’s antics. Love every episode.
CelticSkeleton
5 out of 5 stars
Great Fun
A very fun show to listen to. Plenty of times I’ve wished I could’ve been in the room to toss in my own ideas on whatever story they’re trying to break.
applecell
5 out of 5 stars
Very Good
I love this show and hearing the creative process, the plots are so good and creative and I've learned a lot
vulco187
3 out of 5 stars
Love it
I love the premise of the show but the hosts just yell and talk over each other and don’t let each other finish their thoughts or sentences. Specifically in the jumper episode. I’m 8 episodes in and it’s pretty good and entertaining. I just hope they let each other speak more.
The Real Shadow Man
5 out of 5 stars
Movie idea
You guys are amazing and I want to put your skills to the test, Baby Driver but they get turned into baby’s
AppChow
5 out of 5 stars
Facerocker and Story Break!
Bruh, these guys are coolio and so are their podcasts!
Will Flemer
5 out of 5 stars
Far, Far and Away My New Favorite
My favorite episodes are the Star Wars ones, and these encapsulate perfectly what makes these guys so great: their pitches are far more compelling, considered, sensical, creative, empathic, funny, serious, and true to the spirit of the story than what's currently being made. I want to see these movies, endings and spoilers be damned. Max Fun made a good call with this show, can't wait for more :)
Travel_Buff
5 out of 5 stars
Super funny
Really made me laugh
Trail queen
5 out of 5 stars
I Said This In A Tweet
I already tweeted this but I wanted y’all to know that I really like ur podcast and it honestly makes me want to be a better podcast so shoutout I love you
irishthanhy
5 out of 5 stars
I love these guys....
I’ve been meaning to start listening for a while and I’m sorry I waited so long. It’s really interesting to hear them break the story and I even find some of the abandoned plot points interesting. There are even some episodes that you don’t realize will be as touching as they are. It is worth noting that the lack of certain voices is keenly felt at times but their mindfulness in avoiding tropes and such is commendable.
MikeDawg56
4 out of 5 stars
Love this podcast
I love the idea of this podcast, and I enjoy you guys! It would be awesome to do a podcast live where viewers could comment ideas for the story! I always find myself wishing I could comment or throw in an idea while you talk! Great work!
Marcella Lee
4 out of 5 stars
The cure to writer’s block
As someone who once had dreamy ambitions of being a writer, I find this podcast is an excellent way to jumpstart my own creativity. I always viewed writing as a “serious” pursuit and I have been struggling the past 3-4 years to put pen to paper due to intense self-criticism. This podcast reminded me that writing can just be a fun release. Not everything is going to be a critically acclaimed film or tv show. Sometimes, your idea is a total flop. But it’s still fun and worthwhile to see your creations to their end and laugh along the way.
Mac9912345
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
I listen to it everyday on my way to school, always entertaining no matter what.
MRCAB
3 out of 5 stars
Great podcast for excapism.
Fun podcast. But, please, guys, for all that is good in this world, stop saying “excaped”. It’s escaped!
Awesome Asclepius
5 out of 5 stars
Surgeon’s Baby Surgeon alone makes it a 5 Star Podcast
Most episodes are good, this one was phenomenal. Overall a creative, fascinating and high energy performance from three experts Hollywood should really listen to more. You should listen to them too.
Ghostboxbeat
5 out of 5 stars
Dr starrate
I love this podcast I share it with all my friends
Kevin
5 out of 5 stars
A blast of a narrative ride every week.
Genuinely funny, and creatively inspiring. As a lover of stories, it’s a blast to go along for the ride as Freddie, Will, and Matt craft their next story each week.
License to pod
5 out of 5 stars
Soooooo
Listen to episode 68 ‘Army of metal’ at half speed. It’ll change your life. It’s all the Will, Freddie and Matt you’ve come to love and expect......but they sound like stoners talking about heavy metal. DO IT.....DO IT NOW!. -Arnold Schwarzenegger
Kfjfjrskdofinfnf
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing podcast
I love this podcast and have a bold proposition for you. What about Supercell games, such as Clash of Clans or Boom Beach? You could even do that CoC evolved into BB. Just a thought, if you guys could even handle it.
Oliverlh
5 out of 5 stars
Breaking Stories & Breaking Dreams
You know it’s a good podcast when you start dreaming about them! I had a dream the other day that Freddy, Matt and Will cold called me and offered me a job for $70k. Needless to say, I didn’t get the job IRL. But absolutely love the show these guys produce every week! Can’t get enough of it.
itsme654
5 out of 5 stars
Helps me work and lifts my spirits!
I love listening to you guys while I work on d&d and my own writing! The cheerful banter and cool ideas really help me come up with my own. Just listening to the creativity and excitement helps the creative juices flow. I really enjoyed the Jar Jar Binks episode! Keep up the great work!
JamieDowns1
5 out of 5 stars
Great show!
Love this podcast! Started from the start, and have binged the entire series in about a month! (Yes, it was tiring, but hilarious!) Thanks for the hijinks and stories! Long live Jar Jar Binx: The Movie!
thebellboy23
5 out of 5 stars
Creative, Funny, Fresh
I’m just waiting for “007 Bond Girls”, the movie.
jhall0904
5 out of 5 stars
Top Notch!
Top notch podcast fellas, but I challenge you to write a new remake of Tokyo Drift, or something like that. Keep up the great work!!!
Sycondrin
5 out of 5 stars
Daily Releases
If Story Break released daily I still wouldn’t have enough Story Break. They’d go totally insane and it would be hilarious, but I still wouldn’t have enough.
Gr8patriot2
5 out of 5 stars
Awsome.’have some ideas
I absolutely love this. It’s super funny and enjoyable. A cup head movie or marvel/dc crossover (dc/mortalkombat,marvel/capcom) movie would be cool. It’s a pretty unique podcast that’s definitely worth checking out
FlyingMayonnaise
5 out of 5 stars
Love my story boys
On top of being an incredibly entertaining podcast that I look forward to every week, with hosts that I love and admire, Story Break has helped me even more than film school has with breaking and writing my own stories. P.S. Toward that end, would it be possible for you guys to talk somewhere (on the podcast, a Twitter thread, etc?) about the five act structure used on the podcast? I would be really interested to hear how you all break it down. Thank you for all you do, can't wait for Anime Crimes Division Season 2!
agjr20
5 out of 5 stars
Greatness
Y’all are the greatest thing to happen i enjoy every drive to Houston so i can play and listen to a story
MrGrumpyGi11s
5 out of 5 stars
Best Podcast I’ve heard. And I listened to Serial.
Personally, my favorite episode was Dirty Dan, I even made a cast list. This podcast is one of my favorites, because Will and I have very similar senses of humor, and because it gives me a look into the minds behind VGHS. Keep up the good work! P. S. You should do an episode with Lin-Manuel Miranda or George Watsky.
Joe Mitchel
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast
I love this podcast I’ve only been listening for 6 months and I’ve listened to every episode and loved All of then. Also you guys should do blips and chitz from Rick and Morty
SlimJimAssassin
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious!
I’ve been a longtime fan of Facerocker/RocketJump, I’m so glad you guys are doing podcasts again! Story Break is hilarious and is great entertainment sitting in traffic or wherever you listen to your podcasts. I would be ecstatic if you guys used my name “Nick Jordan” in a story! Also I think it would be cool if you broke the story for an old FreddieW video like Flower Warfare or Beach Justice.
Spp15017
5 out of 5 stars
This is the best.
I love this podcast. Hilarious, informative and enlightening. Most podcasts feel very artificial and formulaic, while this feels fresh. Thanks for doing this.
Wesley Reagan
5 out of 5 stars
Best podcast!
It’s cool to see the writing process of a film even if they fail. I feel like I can see the whole movie in my head after I listen to every episode. Matt, Will, and Freddie are hilarious and talented writers and their podcast is awesome. Still waiting on them to do an episode titled Mission Impossible 2:2
Spirithp
4 out of 5 stars
Very good
Very cool to see the process of creating a movie, even if they fail. Cause sometimes. let me tell ya. They fail. But others are amazing! Favorites are Galaxy Truckers and The Splurge. It's fascinating because in the beginning of The Splurge I hated their idea. but by the end it had evolved into a good movie! Think this is helpful in an entertaining way to creative types to see the process. Helped me!
Ninjakeyblader
5 out of 5 stars
Witty, hilarious, and thought provoking
You guys never cease to make me laugh with your ideas! This latest episode on guess who took me by surprise and it’s become a new favorite! Great E3 and pride month shout out! I honestly can clearly see all of your pitches become a real movie one day! So thanks for the awesome weekly content 😁 you make my work commute bearable
jprosenfeld
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing show
Gives a writing noob a look into the process of the pros
RoxasVentus1
5 out of 5 stars
Love the Show
ABSOLUTELY LOVE! Please don’t stop making these I love you guys
Ashley3859
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
I just started listening a couple days ago, and I am absolutely delighted with this podcast. I used to be very interested in writing and creating stories, but I fell off the writers wagon a few years ago. This podcast has jumpstarted my motivation for writing again. It’s wonderful to hear them go from a basic concept to a full out story, and it’s a great podcast to listen to if you’re stuck creatively. The hosts are hilarious and every one of their episodes is intriguing. Thanks for making this and sharing it with us fellas!
darkmagicion2904
5 out of 5 stars
best podcast ever
i love story break and the people behind it. freddy and company are funny and come up with great ideas for movies. i would love to listen to you guys break the story of the pc game minesweeper since you did skifree already. (it could be a war movie.)
Peter makes things out of wood
5 out of 5 stars
Great freewheeling show
I love the pure simplicity of three friends sitting down using their imaginations to come up with really crazy and interesting story ideas. Will, Matt and Freddy have an child-like enthusiasm for story telling that is infectious. The engery is pretty manic, with explosive outbreaks of laughter. If you love movies and are the type of person that enjoys analysing story structure this podcast is for you. The show is so engaging that I often find myself pausing the show because I thought of some idea that I wished I could interject to the conversation. Great podcast guys, well done.
Zach LaGreca
5 out of 5 stars
One of my top 3 favorite podcasts
Hilarious, highly entertaining, and for anyone interested in writing, stories, movies, and the creative process it's a must listen. They somehow manage to make some of the most mundane and ridiculous topics into movie ideas I'd really like to see.
scc1450
5 out of 5 stars
One of the best!
I just got into story break about during the first max fun drive week this year, and I haven't been able to stop listening since! The guts episode is one of my favorites :) Keep up the awesome work, guys!
MrJordan18
5 out of 5 stars
The Story Boys
They talk about Speed Racer and Paddington a lot 10/10.
Randal Skeffington
5 out of 5 stars
Bear with me…
I just get so melancholy about 15 minutes after the episode ends knowing that I’ll never get to see the movie.
Dr. Gentleman
5 out of 5 stars
Writers Room Experience
Thanks for keeping me entertained during my two hour drive to and from work! This show is a great glimpse into a writers room and I love the IP's you've taken on so far!
Pettyartist
5 out of 5 stars
Inspiring for any Storyteller
Honestly, this podcast is a HUGE inspiration for anyone who creates stories in any capacity. Listening to these three radical dudes take an idea from start to (hopefully) finish proves that any idea can be great no matter how silly it initially sounds and that sometimes the first idea isn’t always the best. Definitely one of my favorite podcasts right now and an instant fav for anyone I force to sit down and listen to it with me.
Pallandra
5 out of 5 stars
You know you want to watch this Waldo movie.
Story Break is absolutely fantastic - it's fast-paced, hilarious, and always manages to deliver on its premise in surprising and delightful ways. It took me one episode to get absolutely, utterly hooked and start trying to binge my way through the back episodes. Listening to how they take these familiar concepts and turn them is wild - they end up going directions I'd never expect at time, but also plays on so many familiar tropes. The elevator pitch is always hilarious, yet actually pretty accurate. And honestly? They actually pitch some movies... that I totally want. I would watch that BK Kids' Club movie, I swear. And don't get me started on how rad that Mario film would be. This podcast delights every time, and it doesn't let up. So just give it a shot, it's awesome.
Sjendjkabsjv
4 out of 5 stars
Very interesting
It’s interesting to see how screenwriters form scripts, although for anyone with misophonia, I would beware of Freddie’s speech patterns. It needs a few more pop filters layered on top of each other
Maire Hughes
5 out of 5 stars
god has given me this podcast
my name is pronounced Mary in case you guys wanted to know Honestly some of the ideas you guys have gets me inspired to write a story or script. It’s been one year since this podcast aired and it’s been a great podcast. 10/10 would listen again.
madelinemorales94
5 out of 5 stars
A Great and Wonderful Time, 10/10
Love these good, good story boys--they never fail to make me laugh, and the chill vibe the show gives off makes it great to work and/or fall asleep to. They also come up with like, genuinely really good stories sometimes that like? I would pay to see. Get on it, make it happen hollywood. Give these guys ten whole jobs.
Tom Lum
5 out of 5 stars
Discovery in a Bottle (er, Podcast)
This podcast manages to capture those awesome, exhilarating moments of bouncing around an iffy idea and suddenly, out of nowhere, discovering an idea that just clicks. More than the product, this podcast is about the process, scrapping whole plots completely, zooming in to specific moments, and out to how the movie can stand out amidst the crowd. Ideas and stories are challenged and debated heavily, but all in great cooperative fun. And those moments when an idea just seems to come out of thin air are just the best. It's also Very funny. Love these doofuses. Do not underestimate an episode from the title alone, they will find ways to upturn whatever you think the movie will be about. Highly recommend Limo Scream, Grover Cleveland, Jurassic Park, Jar Jar.
stplrmvr
5 out of 5 stars
Creative, hilarious, and inspiring
I got into this podcast recently and immediately had to go back and listen to every episode. It quickly became my favorite podcast, the one where I see it start to download on Thursday and catch myself saying "yay!" out loud. I love this window into the creative process and the way the team breaks down and analyzes storytelling devices and tropes. I find the way they start with nothing but a (usually dumb) idea and work away at it until they've got a (usually really cool or at least pretty funny) story at the end of the hour to be truly inspiring.
Ben Smarz
5 out of 5 stars
Love it
I'd 10/10 watch every movie on this podcast at least twice. You guys are the best
Hunter Rising
5 out of 5 stars
A creativity boost in audio form
I listen to the guys of Story Break every time I hit a bump on my writing process, and it is wonderful. I find myself trying to break the story alongside Freddie, Will, and Matt and it helps overcome any block I had before. Keep on breaking, guys, because I’ll keep buying!
Andrew Welton
5 out of 5 stars
Oh my god, the brain!
I had the brain and then it blew out all over the floor and ceiling! The podcats is just too funny! My brain was blown so hard it created a sticky, chunky mess right on my beautiful new duvet cover! Soaked right the dang thing! Thank god my ears are still intact so I can continue to listen to this, and the lack of a mind has the added benefit of a lack of memory, so I can continuously listen to this truly truly truly outrageous podcast with a brand new set of ears! Favorite eps: Jar Jar Binks literally makes the prequels better Legend of Zelda (if you’re a huge nerd steeped in the lore) Duke Nukem. Period.
Erob599
5 out of 5 stars
Mesa Love Dis Podcast!
Desa boyos is the greatest! Mesa love demsa funny, funny podcast, especially demsa episode about Jar Jar Binks, Gungan War hero and Senator! Demsa ungratefully Naboobians no give him enough credit in demsa prequels! But desa boyos do him real good good, and Mesa love dem!
Anon8512
5 out of 5 stars
Intersects hilarious and relevant
Love the show! As an improvisor/writer I’ve learned loads of thinking strats and creativity tools for narrative structure WHILE laughing my pants off. Keep it up boys!
skibump724
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious
I want that Jar Jar Binks movie sooo badly now!
Aunt Jew 83$3672739
5 out of 5 stars
Weirdly funny
It’s funny and very weird. Would totally watch some of these if they were made. Also, how did you people leave out Cap’n Crunch in the Kellogg’s Cinematic Universe episode?
Fishlipsjay
5 out of 5 stars
Maybe the best podcast
Three intellects(?) sit down to pitch a movie, what happens after that is hilarious, great discussions and sometimes a movie that I would probably pay $8 to see in theaters. Definitely another Max fun banger.
OaklandCait
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious!
I just discovered this podcast and I’ve been binge listening while I work! I’m an illustrator and I go through a lot of podcasts in a day and this is my new favorite. Literally in tears laughing after listening to the Burger King Kids Club episode, I would so see that movie.
FushyFace
5 out of 5 stars
Dreaming of Writers' Rooms
As someone who intends to pursue a career as a tv writer, a concise podcast about the joy, excitement and humour of breaking a story --without interruptions by messy internal politics or industry horror stories-- is such a breath of fresh air. Every episode reminds just why I want to do this so much. And also, my mind is still being blown by the 'Why does the chicken cross the road?' episode. Seriously, I'd be thrilled to write that script. I don't think that story is going to leave my mind for a long time. Thanks so much for your dedication and passion!
Hobotang666
5 out of 5 stars
Green light!
As a writer myself, hearing these guys blaze their way through the normally grueling process of outlining a whole story at a hilariously rapid-fire rate is nothing short of inspirational. But also jealousy-inducing. I wish I could find writing partners even half as great as this crew. Such a fun listen, and, believe it or not, as informative as it is entertaining. Great job!
krmyn
5 out of 5 stars
Thoughtful analysis AND bonkers plot twists!
The Duke Nukem episode seems like it would be a rehash of the Contra episode, but no! They obviously have nothing but respect for what makes the title great: Its ability to not take itself too seriously. Rather than another "bro" action movie played straight, this proposal thumbs its nose at convention, just like Duke himself.
KodyShinny
5 out of 5 stars
Interesting, but mostly funny
I listen to a huge assortment of podcasts from true crime, to history, to science and have always had an overall dislike of shows that have multiple hosts but this one broke my bias. Not only is it an original idea for a show but it is executed well and is always entertaining. Only have a few minor issues with it such as: sometimes you guys have an awesome idea i really like early on and change it half way through and have to start from scratch and in some episodes you guys seem to try to force a conspiracy style plot into scripts that I don’t think really need it. That being said, I'll definitley be listening to most of the archive and keeping up with them as they come out. A couple ideas I have for future episodes are the board games: Stratego and RISK. An adult version of toy story where instead of toys its kitchen utensils/appliances, entertainment systems, videgame consoles, laptops, etc that come to life. And then perhaps a movie about the life of pets from the perspective of pets, maybe a dog or two that live in a home and the adventures they get into while their owner goes off to work each day. Thanks for an awesome show guys!!
PargatSingh
5 out of 5 stars
I wish I had the money to have them make these movies
A great podcast with a very likable cast. Their discussion of film tropes and references are as funny as they are interesting to learn. I leave every week disappointed but only because I know that movie will never exist. Their takes on Jar-Jar, Boss Baby, and Flo were the best movies I've heard in years.
That_0ther_Guy
5 out of 5 stars
Fun, Fast Paced, and Funny
The short of it: A couple of dudes get together and spend around an hour of bouncing ideas off of each other on movies or TV series for both fresh takes on familiar IPs and never before dared concepts. The results are mixed, but witnessing the journey is always fun. I, like I assume many people who actually write reviews for podcasts, have a ongoing catalogue of shows I listen to while I’m working and commuting, and decided to give this a shot. While I don’t agree on all of their Hot Nerd Takes (“The Force Awakens was worse than the prequels”) the image they painted in episode 1 for a Zelda TV series really won my heart, and the Jar-jar episode had me furious because I actually wanted the movie to exist. So far (I’m on episode 5) all of the humor and jokes have been pretty good natured, which is something I really appreciate, and I’ve come away every time feeling pretty pumped up to work on my own projects. It feels like sitting around with a couple of coworkers, having a beer, and playing around with a little bit of fun storycrafting. I’d highly recommend starting from episode one, but I’ve had no problem with jumping around based on my mood. Great job, guys.
BrianUdovich
5 out of 5 stars
Best new thing in my life since Paddington 2!
It's amazing when you find something out of the blue that all of the sudden becomes a new favorite. Big fan of this show.
The Prime Rater
5 out of 5 stars
It's great!
This podcast is three hilarious craftsmen sitting around a microphone, building a movie or tv show from a single idea right before your ears. If you like Voight-Kampff goofs, you'll love this show.
incrediblewat
5 out of 5 stars
FINALLY
Finally, there's a podcast that give the heart-rending, plot-hole-y back story of orphan Charles Entertainment Cheese the biopic treatment it deserves. Excellent and important work.
Dualstrike19
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
A great show where the ideas are endless. You never really know what you are going to get with this podcast, but it’s guaranteed it will be funny. It’s a great show to see different perspectives and ideas of storytelling. And the constant mixing up with topics make it always interesting.
Brennen and Dono
5 out of 5 stars
Bear with me
Smart storytellers with good conversational chemistry sitting around and coming up with stories based on a variety of super interesting/funny prompts. The structure is great. The jokes are great. These guys are great.
Farr_luca
5 out of 5 stars
Funny Podcast
I love this podcast. My favorite member is Elyse Willems though she has been very quiet the last 30 or so episodes
lovelyklovett
5 out of 5 stars
Funny, creative boys
Always a good laugh every episode!!!
Reading read
5 out of 5 stars
So much fun whether you’re a writer or not
These guys are geniuses. Feel so sad that these stories they break will never be made, especially the jar jar movie. The emotional arc of that one almost made me cry : )
Izzigearl
5 out of 5 stars
Sweet breaks
I love how the guys in this podcast break stories with such passion and excitement, even when the topic is incredibly mundane. I was won over as a Zelda fan listening to the first episode and have been delighted with the constant return to the Star Wars universe. I can only hope that the future of this podcast goes as deep as the well of pop culture and never ends. Thanks for being so good at what you do.
Tonloc888
5 out of 5 stars
GG Story Break, GG (Matt speak up tho)
I first found out about Rocket Jump with VGHS and as soon as I heard the first commercial for this podcast on another Maximum Fun show, I had to check it out. Makes my twice daily hour commute into a nostalgia ridden gut bust. You don’t just break stories, you bust guts too! My only gripe is that Matt has a habit of leaving his mic in another room while talking(he gets REAL quite) and I gotta turn the volume waaay up for about 10-15 seconds and then he comes back to the mic and I have to essentially mute the podcast to recalibrate. I really want to hear what he has to say cuz usually it is right after he exclaims “Oh”!...only gripe.
Obsessive Viewer Podcasts
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious and clever
Discovered the podcast after I went through Dimension 404 on Hulu. This podcast is phenomenal. The guys have a perfect rhythm to their conversations and have brilliant takes on hypothetical adaptations of established IP. The Jar Jar Binks movie and the Microsoft Clippie movie are hysterical. Love this show
She'd bb
5 out of 5 stars
Filling a void I didn’t know I had
Amazing, perfect, hilarious podcast that I had /no/ idea i’ve literally always needed in my life. You need it in your life too, trust me.
RyanVafa
5 out of 5 stars
Gimme a Break!
I'm a big time podcast reviewer and my opinion is both measured and important. These kids are the real deal, babe. They're goin places. (Thanks for the fun, guys. Keep up the great work!)
Bennyburr
5 out of 5 stars
Super entertaining
I am not a creative type, but this podcast is still incredibly entertaining. The back and forth between the hosts, and their trips down random rabbit holes, make for enjoyable hour and a half chunks of my life.
Window Sloth
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
The first podcast I ever listened to was the original Facerocker Podcast, and I’m so glad these guys are still at it. Story Break is a blast to listen to every week and has produced a lot of ideas that I would genuinely love to see on the big screen. An incredible mix of humor, creativity, and frustration as three of Hollywood’s most sought after writers churn out hit after hit ever week.
Trons Mackenzie
5 out of 5 stars
If It's Broken, Don't Fix It...
Gonna try to be concise with this review, but as a purveyor of numerous podcasts and a guy who brainstorms movies in my head way too much, this podcast scratches a particular itch that's been desperately needing to be scratched. The Rocket Jump boys have consistently been entertaining with their adaptational thought experiments (even if they sometimes drift into territory already covered in previous episodes). Regardless, it's a blast listening to what goes on in the writers' room with these guys, and I'm dying for more. For those wanting to get a good idea of what this podcast is like, my personal recommendations of the stories broken so far are The Jar Jar Binks Movie, Dirty Dan, and Scholastic: Internet. However, my hands-down favorite story so far has been Clippy. It's all good stuff, regardless.
Seebassrun1908947146
5 out of 5 stars
Love this!
I love this ‘cast. I listen to it at home, on the way to work, at work, on the way home etc. Another great program from Max Fun!
Dandercore
5 out of 5 stars
New favorite podcast
Love this podcast. Would like to see 75% of the stories become movies. The other 25% are still funnier than 95% of other podcasts.
Chucojen
5 out of 5 stars
Great ideas
Fun and fast and hilarious. The hosts remind me of the same energy that the podcast “Yeah, it’s that bad,” had way back in the day.
Cuddleswithreviews
5 out of 5 stars
Would watch most of these movies.
Lots of comedic value here, but I legitimately teared up during some of these breaks. I now wish clippy had the star power to get a movie about him funded. There is one major flaw I’ve noticed. You guys don’t give your moms enough credit. I mean you sprinkle little green aliens around like black pepper, but you keep moms locked away like goddamn garlic salt. Where’s the respect?!?
SONGmeUP
4 out of 5 stars
Hilarious
Three funny friends having a good time making up hilarious stories. A great pick me up or anytime listen.
Declan O'Neill
5 out of 5 stars
The best podcast around!
Such a good podcast. It continues to make me lose it in public on my way to work. Keep it up story boys!
EliPandaMan
5 out of 5 stars
Bake and break
This Podcast you guys have created has become one of my most anticipated pieces of Audio Candy in my digital pillow case from week to week. As I write this I'm listening to Freddie's Dream which I thought was going to be about Freddy Krueger's nightmares and also would your first attempt at a horror film. Although I can understand why creating a plot for a straight horror movie wouldn't be the most entertaining to some, I would certainly enjoy it. I like to think I'm the creative type and sometimes me and my friends would hangout, smoke some doobies and come up with movie plots for anime/ shows/ video games. I think you guys should BREAK the story of Inuyasha. A beloved anime that most people might recognize from Adult Swim when they were younger. Also my names Eli Cochran but everyone calls me Panda. Ily you guys. Keep it up
great game until this update
5 out of 5 stars
So much fun to listen to!
Every episode is a wild ride, if you’re a fan of movies, check these guys out!
YoSpense
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
It’s so fun to listen in on the creative process of other artists trying to breaking a story while I work on creating content of my own. Even the episodes where the crew can’t break the story are still an absolute joy to listen to. My new favorite podcast. Clever, funny, ultra creative, and top tier quality podcasting.
ms.northdakota
5 out of 5 stars
New favorite podcast
These guys are genuinely hysterical. I’m going through the archives, ep 2 and 7 are my fave so far. This won’t disappoint!
fnx77
5 out of 5 stars
Great Effort boys
I enjoy the witty banter between the dynamic panel. One of you is a bit slow but offers a counterpoint the group requires. I appreciate that the two gentlemen go easy on the slow man in the group allowing him to save face. Keep up the work!
Foozbin
5 out of 5 stars
One of the most entertaining podcasts I’ve ever listened to
I’ve sent the Jar-Jar episode to at least 6 people because that was the one that really got me hooked on this podcast. The only bummer is that I can’t actually go out and see any of these movies (yet?) Can’t wait for more content. :)
squishysquashy05
5 out of 5 stars
Can’t get enough
I love it so much if you like movies you will love this pod casts. Most episodes bring me to tears either by laughing or the touching moments, where I hope no is looking at me.
PyroTrumpet375
5 out of 5 stars
Fun fun fun
This podcast is so refreshing. I have a little more than an hour drive about one a week and this fits in so well to stop me from thinking too much about work. Haha
Kevanator15
5 out of 5 stars
Had to send some love your way!
I was holding out on putting out my review because you guys already know how much I love this podcast! Hearing you guys spin wonderful tales from practically nothing and having fun while you’re doing inspires so much! Love you guys! Keep it up. ~Kevin N.
Shady Glenn
5 out of 5 stars
Great Podcast!
I really love listening and watching these guys break stories! Freddie, Matt, and Will are greated and I loved listening to the Facerocker Podcast, so I am glad that I can hear them again and get their thoughts on stories and hear a bit about their opionions on the latest films and events that get referenced in the episodes.
Alexander Samay
5 out of 5 stars
Great! Just Great!
As an aspiring writer, this is a great show to listen to to focus on the things that really matter to a story, just listening to their process is helpful and insightful. Oh, and the Legend of Zelda story and the freakin Jar Jar Binks movie totally need to happen!!!
TheBeags
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious and Helpful
This podcast is hilarious just listening to the guys spin topics to new places but it also a great study in creativity. It's a nice break when i've been focusing too much and let my imagination wonder. I would recommend to all! Thanks for this guys! I've been following your YT channel for years!
Lane Carter
5 out of 5 stars
Learning is Fun!
As an aspiring screenwriter and director, this is by far my favorite podcast. Not only is it hilarious at times, it's a great insight into what makes a great story and gives a glimpse into what a writers' room might be like. Makes long drives bareable, except when I'm laughing so hard I almost crash.
Miles Olivares
5 out of 5 stars
Best movie podcast ever!!
I await your podcasts every week and have a blast listening to them. Keep it up!!!
TacoManiac777
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast for budding storytellers
These guys really help make the process of writing a cohesive story seem less overwhelming than it is, maybe because they have so much fun doing it! As a prospective writer myself it’s helped me to change my methodology when it comes to approaching new ideas for my own works!! Must listen for anyone interested in writing, short films, movies, and tv!
Bondc1983
5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant show
Insightful look into how great stories are made with a heaping side of hilarity. A must listen!
David C Kearns
5 out of 5 stars
I love this!
Jar Jar Binks Movie Kickstarter?? Please?
Larsonian1011
5 out of 5 stars
What a great podcast
I’ve been a fan of RocketJump ever since it was called FreddieW, and I like to think that it inspired me at some level to become a filmmaker. It’s cool listening to the story-breaking process, cuz I want to be a part of it someday myself. Keep up the good work.
John Horzen
5 out of 5 stars
Love this thing
Grew up watching freddiew youtube videos, and followed everything it’s grown into as time went on. Love hearing you guys happy and storycrackin’ every week. All the best to you 😊.
mythology98
5 out of 5 stars
Every Storybreak Episode in a Nutshell
Matt proposes ideas that Will shoots down, all while Freddie just kinda laughs in the background. Eventually one of them gives the final touch and then Will wonders in retrospect if it’s diverse enough.... Quickly becoming my favorite podcast! After every episode I feel like I’ve just watched irl whatever story got broken. Some are so good that while a real studio might never make them, I want to see a rocket jump version or take them on myself! Excited for the series arch of Freddie suggesting more ideas, Matt standing up to Will, and Will learning to occasionally drop the five act structure...
ChaosKiwi
5 out of 5 stars
#hollywoodplzhirethesegoons
Love this podcast! A lot of creative stuff that's better than most Hollywood adaptations out there (even if they get cliche sometimes) Only complaint: why the 1 hour limit? I'd listen to half a day of them throwing ideas around tbh
Chris_Bryant
5 out of 5 stars
Very entertaining
A fun exploration of the hard work that goes into transforming a creative idea into reality.
Luhoop
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome!!
What a fun pod cast! People think I'm crazy at work because I'm laughing all the time. But really it this great pod cast! You guys have to do a fallout (the video game) show. That would be amazing.
Slajmo
5 out of 5 stars
Always entertaining and great listen
Whether they break the story or the story breaks them, this podcasts provides an entertaining look into the creative process and has furthered my understanding of the five act structure.
SunGod37
5 out of 5 stars
Great Podcast
I've enjoyed every episode so far, it's a good mix of interesting stories with your favorite IPs and comedy of the Rocket Jump crew. Keep up the good work guys always happy to see this pop up each week.
CabooseHatesYou
5 out of 5 stars
I love this so much
Love this podcast, literally downloaded iTunes to make this review. It helps me get threw my 9 to 5 without going crazy, and I really just enjoy rocket jump in general. If i could make a request for an up coming story break, kind of like what you did with boss baby and jumper, the movie Ready Player One that is based off my favorite book of all time has a trailer that says next to nothing about the stroy. I don't know if any of you have read the book but it would be amazing to see if you could figure the story out and make a movie based off what you find out. You know, wiki and what not. Thanks for the great podcast guys, I'll be listening till the end.
tart-boy
5 out of 5 stars
Pop tart cinematic universe
Please do this
Codebro182
5 out of 5 stars
Sweet
These dudes are super entertaining. Great fun!
typowers8
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast and storytelling!
I started listening a couple days ago and referenced two of my friends to it, who are now heavily invested as well.
JustPatrick
5 out of 5 stars
Great Show!
This show has really helped me get into a good writing space, and play around with creating fun stories. Thank you! Also the Jar Jar episode is super dope.
D-Rex13
5 out of 5 stars
I love it!
I'm a author/screenwriter struggling with my only job. I love listening to this podcast because it; 1-Helps me with my writing 2-Makes me laugh. (way too much. I listen in public spaces. People think I'm crazy.) 3-Well, I could go on forever. Long story short, I love it, and I plan on tuning in to every episode!
CokeZero360
5 out of 5 stars
Good Podcast
Good podcast. That’s it. What? You want more information? Listen for yourself.
FishSchtick
5 out of 5 stars
Superior
This podcast is hilarious, fun and incredibly clever. These guys are capable of squeezing a story out of a soggy bologna sandwich and, at times, can put Hollywood to shame. This is the first podcast to make me audibly laugh out loud and drop my jaw in a moment of "my god, that was genius," in the same episode. As an aspiring writer, this is already one of the best podcasts I've listened to. I look forward to the new episodes every week like I did with Game of Thrones before it got bad. Keep up the exquisite work, guys.
Zeltizma
5 out of 5 stars
A Diamond in the Rough
As a prospective writer, this podcast is the best out there when it comes to not only thinking outside the box but also, inside, turning it inside-out, reshaping, and completely throwing the box out a window in thinking about simple ideas in ways never thought possible. Witty, genius, and a hell of a good time to listen to. Was half hoping for you guys to shoe-in the old Microsoft wizard or dog for when you search for items on your computer in the Clippy episode. Wondering what your guy's take on a Dungeons and Dragons movie/show would be or about a library where the book characters can come to life.
Xipoid
5 out of 5 stars
Hilarious
It's really entertaining hearing what these guys come up with, especially from some pretty insane and seemingly bizarre prompts. There's a great dynamic between them, too. This is pretty much the only podcast I listen to now.
fireandwater83
5 out of 5 stars
Great Story Bros
Love this Podcast! They are super entertaining and make me laugh every episode. If they do see this, break the story on the board game Pandemic
Raymakers
5 out of 5 stars
It's just a very good show!
Great job with the show, you guys! It's always an entertaining listen, and I hope this podcast will be continuing for a long time to come. One thing that I've noticed that is that the outlines tend to come out the best when you already have a cast of characters to work with (e.g. the Magic, Scholastic and Blast Corps episodes). Just a thought that I thought you might find interesting! P.S. Please have Elyse back on! She was great!
Littlebrudda
5 out of 5 stars
Building creative muscles.
This podcast has helped change the way I think about stories. It's hilarious but also builds creative muscles when tackling storytelling and story making. Thank you Freddie, Matt, and Will.
Thefreshcontentshow
5 out of 5 stars
In love
No matter if you love these guys idea for a domain or are mentall screaming at them for not using using an idea. Its awesome to kick back and listen to their writing process.
The Awks Thief Dos.0
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Fantastic
I love this podcast. As someone who's studying to work in the film or gaming industry, this is fantastic to listen to and it really motivates me to get back to writing. I can't wait for the next episode.
Grifter8875
5 out of 5 stars
Extremely Entertaining!
This podcast makes my morning commute more enjoyable. I look forward to each new podcast coming out to see what kind of awesome stories these guys craft in only an hour. It's also given me some insight to see what it takes to break a story. I think y'all should try to break a music video next, specifically Lindsey Sterlings "Roundtable Revival." Think y'all word slingers can handle it?
Dnxysjzgiab
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Podcast
Not only is this podcast fun to listen to, it actually helped me learn about some writing processes (no matter how crazy) that I can use when writing short films.
adami04
5 out of 5 stars
Rad Podcast
Nice to listen to the spiritual successor of the FaceRocker podcast. A few humble requests: - More guests (please have Logan and more Roosterteeth folks come on) - Bring back the weekly Jump-date - Please revisit Freddie's awesome movie idea from FaceRocker episode ??? Where a German art student is being attacked by so many Jewish time-travelers that it eventually makes him into a crazy dictator (yes this is something Freddie really came up with and it still makes me laugh/totally won't offend anyone lol)
Cztinu
5 out of 5 stars
A Jewel In Disguise
I could go on and on about how entertaining this podcasts is and reasons why this is the only podcast I feel myself drawn to consistently follow. However, I'll refrain myself from everything but this: these guys are the future of filmmaking, especially when it comes to a transition from cartoons or video games to live-action format. They are one of the few groups of people who know how to bridge the gap between fans and cinema with the ability to disservice no one but themselves as they want to make everything they create better. Great job guys, keep it up!
Kronolock
5 out of 5 stars
Exactly what we need!
I absolutely love the concept of this podcast, it's a very real thing I've done with friends! I love the flow of conversation and the way the minds of these folks work together to craft some quality stories! Keep up the awesome podcast and I look forward to more story breaks!
Moipmobile
5 out of 5 stars
Best podcast I've heard
I was sitting in class when I heard of this podcast so I started to listen to it, but not even 10 minutes in I was laughing my head off. The whole class looked at me and it was strange. In conclusion I recommend this podcast 100%.
McAwesomeGuy
5 out of 5 stars
The worst best thing in my life
When I was a child I remember having the faintest, secret hope deep within that someday we would discover a planet where Pokémon were real. I remember this because it was a childish, unrealistic, yet somehow pure hope. Now, I experience it as an adult - hoping that literally any one of these podcasts results in the cinematic MASTERPIECES that are laid out in a single hour by the rocketjump team. Seriously, these are thrilling and intellectually stimulating while equally hilariously entertaining - and then leave you greatly depressed. It's like having someone describe to you the beauty of Nirvana in a way that you can almost feel it, and then you wake up and realize you will NEVER have it. To sum it up: This podcast is for anyone who enjoys movies, television, storytelling, video games, fiction novels, or really anyone who enjoys experiencing raw creativity being born and then forged into a fine masterwork of art - but you can only hear about it and you never get to gaze upon its beauty. 8/8, mate. Would listen again.
Sicence21000
5 out of 5 stars
When's the next episode coming out
This is and awesome podcast crew. I usually hate podcasts, but this podcast crew and the story's the break is amazingly fun to hear and see them make their own movies.
Satcha_ttack25
4 out of 5 stars
Great Podcast for Aspiring Writers
As an aspiring writer and director this is an awesome podcast. I've watched Freddie and Rocketjump ever since S1 of VGHS and though I don't really watch RJFS, this podcast alone has taught me a lot. From the five act movie structure to how to make the worst characters likable (Jar Jar). I enjoy this podcast every week and can't wait for more. P.S. Freddie might know me as @kevjedi42. I tweeted a suggestion for PUBG to him and he responded, which was one of the best days of my life. I would love a shoutout, keep up the good work!
EriktheWellRead
5 out of 5 stars
Learn by hearing
This is the perfect way to learn how to design the structure of a story, and works as a motivational podcast, too.
HammockInATreehouse
5 out of 5 stars
So much fun to listen to!
Love the casual bro chats and the insight to the creative process behind scenes of movies and shows!
Crystal Moon
5 out of 5 stars
amazing and funny
i love rocketjump and freddie wong so this podcast is perfect for me. super funny and it lets us see how they come up with these great ideas.
Penbrook Appleseed
5 out of 5 stars
Jar jar
The second episode really sold me on this podcast and I've always been a fan of Rocket Jump. I highly recommend this podcast
Steph's Songs
5 out of 5 stars
This is sweet
Just so sweet
Herven Kavpir
5 out of 5 stars
One adjustment for the ending of Where's Waldo
I loved pretty much everything about the idea for Waldo, but I wasn't quite satisfied with the ending. What if after she has been made fun of, she decides to abandon the magic for the rest of her mediocre high school career until, at graduation, she is giving a speech about never abandoning who you really are, she looks into the audience, and sees Waldo. Then a small tear rolls down her cheek as she is reminded of the magic.
Fnickster
5 out of 5 stars
Great insight!
As an aspiring filmmaker it really helps to understand what goes into creating a fun and sometimes good but always entertaining story. Only weird thing I want to ask is where did you guys get a 5 act structure? I've never seen anything more than 3 acts in movies. Plz explain
5teve=0
5 out of 5 stars
The truth about RJ's story break...
It's awesome
CFlickster
5 out of 5 stars
Downright Delightful
I love the work Rocketjump has done in the past and this podcast is just as enjoyable. Their familiarity with one another creates a very warm, welcoming environment where you can let down your hair and let your imagination run wild. Community interaction is a clear priority as they fully engage listeners by incorporating suggestions for topics, fan art, and anything else the ever growing Story Break Nation (SBN) comes up with. Highly recommended! (T for Teen)
MattyPattyLattyShatty
5 out of 5 stars
One(Very minor) thing
>drive an old car >so noisy >can't hear Matt Arnold talk sometimes >turn up volume >everyone talks in regular voice >my ears start bleeding >love the podcast >please never stop
BluepandaFox
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing!!!!!!
Love the chemistry and content. Hope one of these becomes a real movie
Batman_2075
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic (papa bless)
This podcast is always interesting to learn how the creative process works and entertains by giving creative topics like monopoly, and my favorite one so far settlers of catan, their pitch "the settler". Overall very enjoyable to me, the forming of the character and motivations are interesting along with crazy topics. You guys are great producers, directors and writers. Papa bless
King Kyrid
5 out of 5 stars
Best podcasts ever!
Everyone loves a wacky green alien.
Pcplayer96
5 out of 5 stars
Just Loving This Show
This is such a great podcast! I can't stop laughing and I enjoy thinking of movie ideas along with you guys. I have actually been inspired by these podcasts to start writing down my ideas for some of the movies you guys have been discussing, and I think I have a few good ideas. Keep up the great work and stay awesome guys!
Thepieman42
5 out of 5 stars
Funniest Podcast of All Time
I absolutely love this podcast. Listening to how a story develops over the course of an hour is a very original idea. These three guys are very funny and every episode leaves me entertained from start to finish. I would love to see you guys attempt Overwatch. There is a lot of lore in the game and figuring out how to funnel it into a movie or tv show sounds like the perfect job for Story Break.
Pooolpoy
5 out of 5 stars
Great way to pass time
Ever since Freddy appeared on the Rooster Teeth Podcast, and promoted to this podcast at the end, I have been absolutely hooked. These two ingenious story writer comedians (and Freddy) come up with amazing stories for each and every prompt that they choose! Even when they can't succeed in breaking the story, like jumper, they put in serious thought and the amount of creativity is insane! Thank you guys for livening up my boring desk job! Also thanks Freddy for kinda being there :/ :)
Ambientnite
5 out of 5 stars
New to Rocketjump, new fan
This has become my favorite podcast. I've heard of Rocketjump and a lot of their stuff and this will probably push me into checking it all out now. It reminds me of the talks me and my buddy (an inspiring writer) would have back when he needed someone to bounce ideas off of, and sometimes I wish I could be there to put in my opinion (I think that's a good thing). Super fun and creative. Thanks Funhaus for pointing me here.
From 8000 Depths
5 out of 5 stars
Funny, Smart, Creatively Inspiring
I was so happy to get back around to RocketJump productions, and this was the perfect project to find. It is so fascinating to hear the way these stories come together, the process of writing of these smart, smart boys. As someone looking to get into writing a d storytelling as a career, I have to speak to how much this podcast gets me in the creative mode. I take so much time piecing together the in-betweens for their plots that, honestly, one of these days I'll be shooting completed scripts of their Broken stories too them, it's so good! Listen ASAP.
Hhgshwjhxbdn
5 out of 5 stars
Best Original Podcast Idea.
This genius concept for a podcast is brought to life brilliantly by three creative and hilarious minds working together to break a new story every episode, ranging from board games to cereal.
CODETHR3E
5 out of 5 stars
Please someone make a Jar Jar Binks Movie!
You guys do a great job. I honesty almost had tears in my eyes! No Jar Jar! Seriously a tear jerking ending to that one. Also love the collab with Elyse was great! Look forward to more. Thanks guys!
Marky Mark Hudson
5 out of 5 stars
Top shelf
I've been listening to freddie and co for probably 6 years and their fun personalities and connection make any conversation they put out there fun to listen to. I really liked hearing their takes on random topics on the facerocker podcast and To the F-ing Future and can say I find just as much enjoyment listening to how these guys attack these storytelling challenges. Great fun!
Flexmix
5 out of 5 stars
Movie Fan Fun
I've been a fan of Rocketjump for a long time but hasn't heard about this podcast until I saw Freddie on the Funhaus podcast and promoted it, so glad he did! It's a great podcast for movie fans and creatives to just sit back and enjoy the creative process while still injecting a lot of humor and fun. It's always fun to see what crazy topic they'll tackle next, keep up the good work guys! Appreciate it!
ChuttBuggers
5 out of 5 stars
A+ Smart Comedy
Having never watched or listened to Freddy Wong, Rocketjump or VGHS, this podcast is exceptional. Hilarious riffing, smart ideas and truly a window into a world of the writers room that is rarely seen. A big thank you to the Dude Soup podcast over at Funhaus and Elyse Willems for the introduction to this wonderful show.
PeacefulProtest
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Podcast!
One of the best podcasts I've listened to love the humor and brainstorming.
LilFielder
5 out of 5 stars
So entertaining!
I came to listen because Elyse Willems from Funhaus was on an episode, and I loved it! So I decided to listen to a few more episodes and enjoyed it a lot. I listen to it on my way to work and home from work, which is about a 30 minute drive both ways. The podcast makes me laugh and puts me in a good mood. Thanks for making a great podcast guys! Definitely telling my friends about y'all.
DJCashEel
5 out of 5 stars
A breath of fresh air
I’ve been looking for a writing podcast for so long that does this exact premise; simulate a writers room. My goal is to end up in one myself soon, and I’m finding myself going off on my own tangents while I take the bus or work on some other projects. It helps a lot that they’re so got deng funny and makes relistening to episodes a breeze and just as funny the first time! Please give these guys a listen, they deserve it.
Sheepdogops
5 out of 5 stars
Very good
I break into laughter every time
Nansjwmamam
5 out of 5 stars
Perfect
Absolutely amazing. This podcast helps me as an amateur filmmaker/writer. The personalities are hilarious and so intelligent. Keep it up!
boyofberets
5 out of 5 stars
Funny and Extremely Entertaining
This podcast is good
Sumo6
5 out of 5 stars
Dope Sizzling Stuff
Freddie is my boy, everyone else is awesome, but F-dubs is the frigging king.
_tac
5 out of 5 stars
My new favorite podcast
I started listening because Freddy plugged this in Dude Soup and I was instantly hooked. Keep it up!
Jneisen21
5 out of 5 stars
Highly Enjoyable Experience!! Must Listen!!
I was fortunate enough to discover these guys through Funhaus. I decided to give these guys a listen and boy am I glad I did. Because I drive over an hour to work every day, I have been looking for something to help pass the time. After listening to the Metroid episode, I decided to go all the way to number one and begin listening to all of the podcast. Trust me when I say this is it just a half assed podcast. The people involved take time and thought into every little detail and the sound quality is fantastic! Not only does it provide good storytelling based on iconic video game characters like Metroid and Zelda, but it also is an enjoyment to hear how the story develops from the ground up. The way the storytellers begin to develop the story gives you the opportunity to have a clear visual image in your mind. That to me is the best part of the podcast. Listening to the story of these people have to say and picturing it in your mind. I look forward to all their future content and I appreciate you guys hosting the podcast. I also want to say thank you to rooster teeth and Funhaus for giving me the opportunity to discover this great podcast. Wishing nothing but the best! Joshua N Twitter: @FinalChaosYT
Neelord
5 out of 5 stars
One of the best podcasts I listen to atm
Been waiting for a great new Rocketjump podcast since the end of Facerocker! A top-tier podcast, A+
noonefamily
5 out of 5 stars
Great show
Just watched the clippy episode by way of funhaus and really enjoyed it. Matt strong arms his ideas in over other people's frequently, and that was annoying, but I will keep tuning in. Great listen for anybody looking for something new.
jeffreyrollie
5 out of 5 stars
Best Podcast since Facerocker
Long-time fan of the original Facerocker Podcast; so far the Jar-Jar Movie write up is the staple of the show. You guys are great, keep up the good work!
Brady132
5 out of 5 stars
My Favorite Podcast
I have liked this podcast since the first episode. Funny, interesting, and good for my time driving or doing something else. The dynamic is great and it's cool to see how the process of breaking a story generally goes.
L. Ron Hubbdonger
5 out of 5 stars
Yo this is great!
After listening the Clippy episode this is my new favorite podcast! The people on here seem to have a jovial rapport and great banter. The next part of my review is only for like the 5 people who watched Mandatory Update with Elyse Willems. This podcast really reminds me of the Mandatory Update Nights episode where Elyse Willlems and the GT crew try to etch out a Waluigi game. If your a fan of Movies and spitballing then this is the podcast for your!
LyleCairns
5 out of 5 stars
Great brain
Great brain storming and idea generation. These guys make story building fun. It's full of good story building information and creation. And these guys are entertaining. This is a great podcast.
123413412341234
3 out of 5 stars
Explains Rocketjump
This show is an interesting look at the writing process, warts and all. While the guys do occasionally come up with a great take on a story (Clippy and Jar-Jar), it also shows the dangers of collaborative creation. One writer will have a great idea, and the others will cut it off; similarly, one writer will have an absolutely awful idea and foist it upon the others through sheer force of personality and stubborness (Matt in Fast and the Furious). Seriously? Aliens in the Fast series makes more sense than a government conspiracy involving the moon landings? For longtime fans of Freddiew, I think it also helps show why Rocketjump has become what it has become today. Freddiew speaks the least, but has probably the best sense for the quick-hitting and well-timed gag or setup. Will is obsessed with jamming whatever story is conceived into a five act story structure and talking over everyone. Matt can never make up his mind whether he wants to be artistic or funny, and the result ends up a muddled mess. Also constant Seth Rogan giggles. Rocketjump was best when making short, quick pieces that knew if the central conceit was humor or great action. While they certainly mixed, each short had a core identity. The shows Rocketjump has come out with since the end of Video Game High School have essentially had a problem of identity. They want to be taken seriously but also make stupid jokes. The podcast shows these problems come from the writing room. Pretty decent podcast, will listen to occasionally.
Dylan Marusich
5 out of 5 stars
The Perfect Podcast.
I would HEAVILY recommend this podcast to anyone even a little bit interested in the process of filmmaking/writing. Matt, Will, and Freddie actually show how stories begin to break, while doing it in a fun and entertaining manner. I honestly wish I had found it later, so I would have more episodes to go back and listen to. It's so good I wish that the episodes were twice as long. I anticipate it coming out every week, as it is a barrel of laughs and I actually learn a little bit about the construction of a story. I look forward to hopefully many more episodes in the future, with more special guests, (This is literally Max Landis' dream podcast, just sayin'.) Thank you guys for the endless laughs, you're the best. Keep doing what you're doing.
Chillest Bro (Ya Know?)
5 out of 5 stars
Please keep this Alive!
I've been listening to the Facerocker podcasts since before the Facebook trademark issue. Every couple of months I revisit the old episodes and listen to them all the way through. It takes a couple weeks at work but you guys are so entertaining This new show has the same elements I love about the old form, and every week I'm impressed with what you can come up with on air in such a short time (minus Jumper). It really illustrates the challenges as well as the advantages of having multiple people break down a story. I had a friend who had no idea who you guys were or what Rocketjump or FreddieW was and he loves it. Keep it up!
║AHYEAH║
5 out of 5 stars
Love this so much
With rocketjump shorts being more widespread in release, finding this podcast has helped fill the entertainment void I've had. It also helps because my primary device is an old worn ipod shuffle. Thanks for all the laughs, P.S. My friend is obsessed with the idea of a choose your own adventure movie, but i was thinking that if it were possible, a choose your own adventure universe could be made. P.P.S I'd like this story to break u guys to crush my friend's dreams. :)
Likeaboss171
5 out of 5 stars
The next best thing next to face rocker
Loved face rocker listened to it from ep when I was a little kid An my mom would yell at me for language now as a senior An with face rocker done I was ecstatic to hear this new podcast it's all the guest ep of face rocker with the same humor as if it were just bros hanging out (p.s there needs to be a ep ware you guys break logans story bros off the court with Logan as a guest that would be rad )
Coolguy4798
5 out of 5 stars
Fun
Very entertaining and good for long runs. Almost too funny.
Spencer cr
5 out of 5 stars
Great for movie fans!
They had a podcast called "Face Rocker" and it was my favorite podcast. To me "Story Break" is a spiritual successor. They are smart and hilarious in crafting these stories. Recommend to all writing and/or film fans.
JM95000
5 out of 5 stars
Love this show
I love being a fly on the wall as these guys brainstorm magical story moments and continue to ask "What is this story about?" until they get it done. I'm telling all my writer friends about this.
Coooolllllldbdbds
5 out of 5 stars
Favorite Podcast to date!
I love this podcast. The way you guys go in depth with the brainstorming process is something that most behind the scenes footage doesn't show. As an aspiring filmmaker it helps give an idea on how narrative stories can be generated! I have an idea for an episode. Remember that Speed Racer movie from 2008?? How would you guys fix it if you were going to reboot it? :)
Teddy2202
5 out of 5 stars
Super enjoyable
Great to zone out with (in a good way), gives a great incite into the writing process. And you gotta love that Zelda episode. Great listen, looking forward to the future of the podcast
Mike9832
5 out of 5 stars
They Broke the Jar Jar Binks Movie!
Huge fan of the Facerocker podcast and the To the Future podcast. These guys and gals are killing it. They didn't just break the Jar Jar Binks movie, they absolutely destroyed it. Great podcast concept and execution. I will be listening to every one of these.
Jbirdness
5 out of 5 stars
How is this the best new podcast?
Freddie W how in the world did you come up with this. This is so good!!! I love how some of your movie premises are so bad yet so good. Why would I want to learn about a Jar Jar movie? I wouldn't but your guys are so good that you make it work. I am so excited every time a new one is out. Keep up the good work guys. Jon B. Minneapolis, MN
House of Lanister
5 out of 5 stars
A New Favorite!
After the end of The Facerocker podcast I searched far and wide across the dunes of the internet to find a podcast with the kind of chemistry the cast had with each other. Finally this comes out and the void of audio entertainment has been filled! Seriously though the atmosphere the guys bring to this podcast is so fun and hilarious to listen too. Not only that but it's incredibly entertaining to hear what their process is like for writing out a story. If no one picks up their version of the KCU then it would be a missed opportunity.
imaginativeexplorer
5 out of 5 stars
This show is addicting, in a very good way!
I'm glad I caught word of this fantastic podcast so early in it's production so it wouldn't take me long to catch up. I mean, I would've listened to them all if there were already 100 episodes out, this way it's just way more convenient. Please keep up the fabulous work!
MeshachM
5 out of 5 stars
This is really helpful and entertaining!
As a filmmaker who struggles with quality and engaging story creation, this podcast is one of the greatest things to listen to. I am really hooked and look forward to all the new episodes! Thank you so much guys I love your work!
Podcast information
- Amount of episodes
- 234
- Subscribers
- 59
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- Last upload date
- October 11, 2022
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- Story Break | #169The end of an era. We reminisce about our professional lives around this podcast, and break the movie adaptation for the podcast itself. Thank you all for listening! Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Story Break Oct 1 · 1h 15m The Final Wiki Roulette | #168We spin the wheel on combining three random Wikipedia articles one last time, and it somehow is... about Garfield? Kind of!? Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Canadian James Bond (ft. Elyse Willems) | #167Notable Canadian Elyse Willems joins us as we discover a strange copyright law loophole that allows us to legally create a James Bond film... as long as it ONLY plays in Canada. Check out Elyse's book! A Night in Halloween House Previous upload had some technical issues which have been fixed! Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Sniper Island | #166Wouldn't be Story Break without a ridiculous dumb idea we take seriously! This week - an island. With snipers. Sniper Island. What more do you need to know?? Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- lo fi beats to study and relax to | #164The ultimate anime enigma - the lofi girl from the hit "lo-fi beats" stream. Can we pull a movie out of this one? Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Story Break Aug 22 · 1h 9m Blood Opera | #162We take on a genre near and dear to all our hearts - heroic bloodshed/blood opera! MicrodoseDrops.com/topuses & use code: STORYBREAK Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- A Grouchy Superhero (With X-Ray Vision) | #161We go onto a random superhero generator and make a new superhero movie! MicrodoseDrops.com/topuses & use code: STORYBREAK Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Jar Jar - The First DraftIt's finally done! The entire Jar Jar Binks feature film - every scene back to back. If you want to just hear the new scene, you can skip to 2:47:30. Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Jar Jar - Sc. 20 - N8-38N8-38 expresses and realizes her dream of piloting a TIE fighter with lightsabers!! We're rewriting all the rules of Star Wars with this one! Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Jar Jar - Sc. 19 - Darth Vader vs. Qui Gon JinnThe matchup we've been waiting for! This ep is just the scene as F dog boned up the recording but it's a nice beefy scene! Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Story Break Jul 10 · 1h 7m Jar Jar - Sc. 18 - The Plan Begins...Jar Jar wakes up from the rager and begins the most important day of his life. Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Story Break Break - Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road?We juggle some real life responsibilities and bring you one of our all time favorite episodes! Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- The Bible | #160It's still MaxFunDrive which means we're still tackling the HARDEST BREAKS EVER. This week: the best selling book of all-time - The Bible. Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Infinite Jest | #159It's MaxFunDrive time once again, so prepare yourself for Story Break HARD MODE, where we only tackle the hardest, most impossible stories. This week - David Foster Wallace's "unadaptable" masterpiece, Infinite Jest! Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
- Mortal Kombat! | #158We TEST OUR MIGHT against Mortal Kombat (note: none of us saw the new one so maybe we just come up with the plot of the new one? Only one way to find out!) Editing by Chad Ellis Follow us on Twitter Join the Facebook group! Matt Arnold is @mattlarnold Will Campos is @willbcampos Freddie Wong is @fwong0 comments0
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