# The Best Movies of 2025 | It's the Pictures 209

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Podcast: [It's the Pictures](https://stenobird.com/podcast/it-s-the-pictures-50634)
Published: 2025-12-09T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, hosts Evan and Max discuss the monumental acquisition of Warner Bros. by Netflix, the implications for the film industry, and the excitement surrounding the re-release of Star Wars. They also reflect on their top films of 2025, sharing insight into movies like Sinners, One Battle After Another, Marty Supreme, Weapons, and more. Chapters 00:00 The Netflix-Warner Bros. Acquisition Shock 11:36 The Excitement of Star Wars' Return 23:39 Top Films of 2025: A Year in Review 01:04:14 Looking Ahead: Anticipated Films and Final Thoughts Website: itsthepictures.com Download the episode today, and find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Letterboxd. Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher, Spotify, and Letterboxd. Stock Media provided by SoundAttack / Pond5

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