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The Once and Future Smash

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The Once and Future Smash is the story of Mikey Smash and William Mouth, who both played Smash-Mouth, the football-themed slasher character in the lost 1970 cult film, End Zone 2. They are now on the convention circuit 50 years later, trying to reclaim the iconic role in the upcoming reboot sequel that starts one hour into End Zone 2.

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Martin Unsworth Starburst Sep 29, 2025
3/5
The Once and Future Smash provides universal entertainment in Spıǹˆal Tap fashion. Go to Full Review Kat Hughes THN Mar 12, 2025
3/5
The enjoyment of this double-feature could be raised by a simple switch around of their running order. Go to Full Review Ygraine Hackett-Cantabrana Moving Pictures Film Club Jul 15, 2024
4/5
The mock-doc crosses into This Is Spinal Tap (1984) territory with its farcical and at times surreal portrayal of the lives of the fading stars of retro-grindhouse-slasher movies who were not able to reach the classic cult status Go to Full Review Louisa Moore Screen Zealots Apr 26, 2023
This mockumentary about a fake movie is basically the ultimate prank, and the co-directors and their subjects sell the whole thing as real -- which is totally cool, hysterically funny, and shows a true commitment to the charade. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen C @bob25009 Jun 3, 2026 Funny in 1 hour and 23 minutes. See more Motte L @RT94439375 Nov 15, 2024 This film is not only humorous but also deeply respectful of the horror genre, its conventions, and the legacy of a cult classic. The original cult film, with its devoted fanbase, holds such significance that the debate over who portrays the killer goes beyond a mere comedic premise—it becomes a genuine attempt to build upon the legacy of a movie that left a lasting impression on its audience. See more gregg b @RT27742693 Nov 12, 2024 hilarious meta-meta-spoof. See more Read all reviews
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Sophia Cacciola

Director

Michael J. Epstein

Director

Michael St. Michaels

Mikey Smash

Bill Weeden

Actor

A.J. Cutler

Actor

Mark Patton

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Synopsis The Once and Future Smash is the story of Mikey Smash and William Mouth, who both played Smash-Mouth, the football-themed slasher character in the lost 1970 cult film, End Zone 2. They are now on the convention circuit 50 years later, trying to reclaim the iconic role in the upcoming reboot sequel that starts one hour into End Zone 2.
Director
Sophia Cacciola, Michael J. Epstein
Producer
Neal Jones, Sophia Cacciola, Michael J. Epstein
Screenwriter
Michael J. Epstein
Genre
Comedy, Horror
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 23m
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