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Film credit
Samuel L. Jackson
Also referred to as Sam Jackson, Samuel Jackson
Stats
- Episodes featuring their films
- 11
- Movies in this archive
- 13
Rewatchables episodes featuring Samuel L. Jackson’s films
Displaying all 11 episodes
Mentioned in discussions
Just One Oscar
Jan de Bont for directing, with awards competition acknowledged
In the discussion (4)
Approx. transcript time · 01:58:12Read transcript
- The existing sound win is mentioned — Bill Simmons
- De Bont is proposed for direction — Bill Simmons
- Hopper’s lack of a competitive Oscar is discussed as a panel claim — Bill Simmons
- The hosts agree Samuel L. Jackson deserved the supporting-actor Oscar that year — Bill Simmons
Recasting Couch
Brian De Palma as director; young Denzel Washington or Samuel L. Jackson as the rejected tenant
In the discussion (1)
Approx. transcript time · 01:34:41Read transcript
- Brian De Palma is the preferred alternate director; young Denzel Washington and another candidate are proposed for the rejected tenant.
Casting What-Ifs
Jim Carrey took a discount; Samuel L. Jackson was discussed; alternate directors and leads considered.
In the discussion (3)
Approx. transcript time · 01:12:01Read transcript
- Jim Carrey’s quick acceptance and reduced fee are discussed. — Bill Simmons
- Samuel L. Jackson is mentioned as someone considered, but the panel doubts the fit. — Bill Simmons
- The film’s development through other directors and possible stars is discussed as casting history.
Is This Movie Better With…?
Samuel L. Jackson as the marshal or Loomis; Cris Collinsworth as Garrett; Byron Mayo as Bud
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:35:21Read transcript
- Jackson’s Loomis turns the inhumanity warning into a profane comic monologue. — Bill Simmons
- Collinsworth calling Laurie and Michael’s reunion and Mayo reassuring Karen about the hot tub are distinct commentary pitches.
Is This Movie Better With…?
A faux Bob Costas-style narration
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:50:38Read transcript
- The candidate list includes Wayne Jenkins, Danny Trejo, Mad Dog Russo, Doris Burke, Samuel L. Jackson, Nora Byer, Tony Romo, Chris Collinsworth, Daniel Plainview, Longlegs, Bangkok Craig, and Wilford Brimley — Bill Simmons
- A mock historical-sports narration about Frank and Blue Magic is performed as the choice — Chris Ryan
Is This Movie Better With…?
Samuel L. Jackson on civic politics; Doris Burke on the climax
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:22:02Read transcript
- Samuel L. Jackson reacting to the mayor’s reelection.
- Doris Burke narrating Brody’s final shark taunts.
Is This Movie Better With…?
Samuel L. Jackson at the bar or in the mob
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:36:55Read transcript
- A brief, angry eighties Samuel L. Jackson turn at the bar. — Bill Simmons
- Jackson could alternatively join the vigilante mob with Jules-like energy. — Bill Simmons
Who Won the Movie?
Samuel L. Jackson (two choices); Bruce Willis (one choice)
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 02:00:28Read transcript
- Jackson receives two explicit winner choices for refreshing the franchise and bringing out Willis’s willingness to share the screen. — Chris Ryan
- Willis receives a competing choice because John McClane is hard to beat; the Jackson case emphasizes proving Pulp Fiction was no fluke and carrying a major hit. — Bill Simmons
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Flex pick · Bill Simmons
In the discussion (1)
Approx. transcript time · 01:24:30Read transcript
- Jackson and Irons each dial up their performances at times. — Bill Simmons
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:20:42Read transcript
- Samuel L. Jackson is imagined replacing the “Is it safe?” exchange with his own confrontational dialogue.
- A Stephen A. Smith version of Szell’s interrogation is also performed.
Is This Movie Better With…?
Danny Trejo as the advice-giving adult and Samuel L. Jackson as the cop.
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:09:34Read transcript
- Trejo is proposed in the Elfman role, optionally wearing angel clothes. — Bill Simmons
- Sam Jackson is proposed as the cop, coming in for six minutes and receiving a million dollars. — Joanna Robinson
Is This Movie Better With…?
Samuel L. Jackson as the video gangster; Nell in Central Park
In the discussion (2)
Approx. transcript time · 01:36:03Read transcript
- Jackson is imagined as the black-and-white gangster, combining period dialogue with Jules from Pulp Fiction. — Kyle Brandt
- Nell is imagined alongside the pigeon lady in Central Park. — Bill Simmons
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Films in the archive
A Time to Kill
1996
Coming to America
1988
Die Hard with a Vengeance
1995
Django Unchained
2012
Do the Right Thing
1989
Iron Man
2008
Jackie Brown
1997
Juice
1992
Jurassic Park
1993
Out of Sight
1998
Pulp Fiction
1994
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
2005