Late Fee Files

Late Fee Files is a movie podcast hosted by Brian Stevens and Adam Khromachou—two lifelong film buffs raised on the golden age of video stores, Friday night rentals, and worn-out VHS tapes. Each week, Brian and Adam dig through the cinematic archives to revisit the forgotten gems, cult classics, and under-the-radar oddities that once filled the shelves of your local rental shop. Whether it’s a blockbuster that didn’t get its due or a straight-to-video fever dream you swear only you remember, they’re here to rewind it, rewatch it, and break it all down.

Late Fee Files is a history podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Late Fee Files, a history show with 26 episodes published.

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  Captain America (1990) & The Punisher (1989)

  Sep 8, 20261h 7m

  This episode of Late Fee Files , we’re cracking open two of the strangest comic-book adaptations of the late ’80s/early ’90s: Captain America (1990) and The Punisher (1989) . First up, it’s Cap himself! Before Chris Evans made the shield cool again, Matt Salinger suited up as Steve Rogers in a movie that swaps Nazi villains and super-soldier action for… Italian landscapes, motorcycles, questionable science, and one of the most bizarre versions of Captain America ever put on film. Is there a good movie buried underneath that tiny shield and even tinier budget? Then we head into the sewers with Dolph Lundgren for The Punisher , a grimy, violent, surprisingly weird take on Frank Castle that famously leaves out one very important thing: the skull. Dolph may not be wearing the iconic logo, but he’s definitely bringing the ’80s action-hero energy. We’re talking low budgets, strange casting choices, comic-book accuracy, video-store memories, action-movie clichés, and the eternal question: Were these movies misunderstood gems… or should they have stayed on the shelf?

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  The 'Burbs (1989) & Death to Smoochy (2002)

  Jul 9, 20261h 20m

  This week on Late Fee Files , we're joined by Dan, aka Reel Takes, to discuss two certified cult classics. First, we head to suburbia with The 'Burbs , where Tom Hanks leads a pitch-perfect dark comedy about paranoid neighbors convinced the strange family next door is hiding a deadly secret. Then we jump into the colorful chaos of Death to Smoochy , Danny DeVito's outrageous black comedy starring Robin Williams and Edward Norton. Once dismissed by critics and audiences, the film has since found a loyal cult following. We discuss what works, what doesn't, and whether this misunderstood comedy deserves a second look. From suburban paranoia to purple rhinos, join us as we run to the video store.

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  Cobra (1986) & Cyborg (1989)

  Jun 19, 20261 hour

  This week on Late Fee Files , we’re diving into the neon-soaked, muscle-bound world of late ‘80s action movies with two VHS-era fever dreams: Cobra and Cyborg . First up, Sylvester Stallone brings the sunglasses, one-liners, and exploding bad guys in Cobra a movie where subtlety takes a backseat to leather jackets, giant knives, and a hero who solves every problem with a combination of intimidation and a .45. We break down the wild action, the strange humor, the “is this actually a movie or a very expensive music video?” energy, and why Cobra remains one of the ultimate examples of ‘80s action excess. Then we jump into Jean-Claude Van Damme’s wasteland adventure Cyborg , a gritty sci-fi brawler filled with broken futures, sword fights, villains who chew through every scene, and a surprising amount of philosophical moodiness between the kicks. We explore the movie’s strange production history, its comic book atmosphere, and why it became a cult favorite among VHS action fans. Two heroes. Two outrageous worlds. One trip back to the video store. Late Fee Files rewinds Cobra and Cyborg to find out what made these action oddities unforgettable.

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  Coneheads (1993) & Nothing But Trouble (1991)

  Jun 2, 20261h 28mS0

  <p>Adam and Brian head into the weird, wild world of Dan Aykroyd with a double feature that's equal parts cult classic and cinematic fever dream: Coneheads and Nothing But Trouble. Joining them for the ride is special guest Kevin from the Reel for Real Podcast.</p><p>First, the crew beams up to suburbia with Coneheads, the 1993 comedy based on the beloved Saturday Night Live sketch. Starring Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, and Michelle Burke, the film follows a family of extraterrestrials trying to blend into everyday American life while avoiding government agents and navigating the absurdities of human culture...

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  Sudden Death (1995) & Timecop (1994)

  May 23, 20261h 4mS0

  <p>In this episode of Late Fee Files, Adam and Brian lock in for a double feature of Jean-Claude Van Damme at peak ‘90s action glory with Timecop and Sudden Death. </p><p>First up, we head to a packed hockey arena for Sudden Death, a Die Hard-inspired thriller that turns Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals into total chaos. Hyams throws Van Damme into a hostage situation filled with explosions, mascots, terrorists, and pure mid-’90s action insanity. From the unforgettable kitchen fight to the legendary showdown with the Pittsburgh Penguins mascot, Sudden Death became a cult favorite for acti...

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