From the ping-pong intensity of chasing greatness to the dreamlike solitude of lumbering through early America, from the brutal beauty of sin and redemption to the quiet ache of manufactured intimacy—2025 reminded us just how many forms storytelling can take.

These films didn’t just entertain; they challenged, mesmerized, and lingered long after the credits rolled.

The Worthy Boys are diving into 2025’s most unforgettable moments, dissecting bold debuts and blockbuster surprises, along with a few letdowns that didn’t quite stick the landing.

Whether it was through pulse-pounding action or poetic introspection, these films captured what it means to be human—even in worlds that look nothing like our own.

And now, we want to hear from you! Tell us your favorite films of 2025 over on Instagram @worthypodcast or drop us a line at worthysubmissions@gmail.com.

The Worthy Boys are off to the races in this episode as they breakdown the 1981 Best Picture winner, Chariots of Fire! Ben and Jon gallop their way into the art of slow-motion filmmaking as it is used heavily in the sports drama about the 1924 Olympics and the British track team. The film's iconic score is the highlight of the film as it incorporates synthesizers and new advancements in film scoring of the 1980s. Ben and Jon eventually find themselves running to the 54th Academy Awards and recapping the winners of the evening and if they think Chariots of Fire is worthy of the night's top prize. Take a listen and chime in on what you think about the films of 1981!

Summer 2025’s box office brought billion-dollar nostalgia, franchise crowding, and a global shake-up. Disney’s Lilo & Stitch remake became the only film to crack the $1 billion worldwide mark, while Jurassic World: Rebirth anchored the season despite stiff competition. Horror scored big with Final Destination: Bloodlines and Weapons, proving the genre’s staying power. But the real story was international—China’s animated juggernaut Ne Zha 2 crossed $2 billion, reshaping the global box office landscape.

Even with a domestic total of $3.67 billion—just shy of last summer—Hollywood faced cannibalization, as superhero tentpoles like Fantastic Four: First Steps and Superman undercut each other. Still, fresh surprises like Brad Pitt’s racing drama F1 showed audiences crave more than legacy IP. Join us as we break down the Top 10 Films of Summer 2025, the winners, the disappointments, and what’s next with Wicked: For Good, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and Sinners, leading into awards season.