Episode Details

What happens when you stumble onto a sci-fi horror thriller you knew nothing about… and it turns out to be fantastic?

In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim reviews the 2025 sci-fi horror thriller Companion, directed by Drew Hancock and starring Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid. What started as a random movie discovery during a night stuck in a hotel room with bad Wi-Fi turned into a genuinely entertaining surprise.

Jim shares a spoiler-lite review, discussing what makes the film work so well — from its clever blend of science fiction, horror, and mystery, to a cast that absolutely delivers. He also talks about why going in with very little prior knowledge made the experience even better.

If you enjoy smart, twisty sci-fi thrillers with horror elements, this might be one you want to check out.

In this review:

• Film details and cast highlights

• Why Jim decided to watch the movie

• A spoiler-lite synopsis

• Five reasons you might enjoy Companion

• A few reasons it might not be for everyone

• Jim’s final thoughts on the film

Have you seen Companion yet?

Did the twist work for you? Let us know in the comments!

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0:00 - Opening

1:21 - Film Details

2:26 - Why Jim Watched This

3:51 - Spoiler-Lite Summary

4:42 - Five Reasons You May Enjoy This Movie

6:57 - Three Reasons You Might Not

7:36 - Final Thoughts

8:27 - Conclusion & Wrap-up

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