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The films & shows about longevity & health recommended on podcasts

The films, shows and documentaries that actually got recommended on episodes about longevity & health, with the quote and the timestamp for each one.

Among 197 longevity and health film and show mentions, Hardcore History leads at 21 and Chimp Empire follows at 18, with Ancient Apocalypse at 11. It's not the wellness-documentary list you'd expect.

Every pick here is a genuine on-air recommendation, each one linked to the exact clip and timestamp.

#1 · Hardcore History

Dan Carlin · Film / show · 21 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Joe Rogan, on Joe Rogan Experience #2511 - Terry Bradshaw in 2026. That episode features Terry Bradshaw, Four-time Super Bowl-winning Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, Hall of Famer, longtime Fox NFL broadcaster, and now a horse/cattle breeder, motivational speaker, and founder of Bradshaw Bourbon. In total it earned 21 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, Tim Ferriss).

“there's a guy named Dan Carlin. He's got a fantastic series called uh Hardcore History. He had this series on Genghis Khan called The Wrath of the Khan.” — Joe Rogan 01:07:44
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#2 · Chimp Empire

James Reed · Film / show · 18 endorsements

Recommended by Joe Rogan on Joe Rogan Experience #2428 - Michael P. Masters. That episode features Michael P. Masters, A biological anthropologist and professor at Montana Technological University, where he chairs the department. He's known for the theory that UFO occupants are time-traveling future humans, and is the author of four books plus a children's book. In total it earned 18 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“you ever watched Chimp Nation on Netflix. Amazing documentary. incredible docu series. Can't recommend it enough.” — Joe Rogan 02:45:21
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#3 · Ancient Apocalypse

Graham Hancock · Film / show · 11 endorsements

Jimmy Corsetti brought this up on Joe Rogan Experience #2231 - Jimmy Corsetti & Dan Richards (2024-11-20). That episode features Jimmy Corsetti & Dan Richards, Jimmy Corsetti runs the alternative-history YouTube channel Bright Insight; Dan Richards runs Dedunking (D Dunking), a channel that fact-checks both mainstream and alternative archaeology claims. In total it earned 11 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“I encourage everyone to go watch everyone go watch Ancient apocalypse Graham Hancock on Netflix think for yourself” — Jimmy Corsetti 03:00:27
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#4 · Ex Machina

Alex Garland (inferred) · Film / show · 10 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Kevin Rose, on New Health Gadgets, How to Drink Less, AI, & More in 2025. Kevin is Tech entrepreneur and investor (founder of Digg, partner at True Ventures, host of the Modern Finance/Diggnation podcasts) and Tim Ferriss's recurring co-host on The Random Show. In total it earned 10 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, Tim Ferriss).

“Have you seen a great movie, Ex Machina? Oh, of course. Fantastic movie. So good” — Kevin Rose 01:43:41
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#5 · Tropic Thunder

Ben Stiller (inferred) · Film / show · 10 endorsements

Recommended by Mark Normand on Joe Rogan Experience #2471 - Mark Normand. Mark is Stand-up comedian known for rapid-fire jokes and his podcasts 'Tuesdays with Stories' and 'We Might Be Drunk.' He's a New York club regular promoting a brand-new Netflix special. In total it earned 10 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“the last completely politically incorrect movie and it is hilarious. I know it's so good.” — Mark Normand 01:40:08
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#6 · Moment of Contact

James Fox · Film / show · 9 endorsements

Michael P. Masters brought this up on Joe Rogan Experience #2428 - Michael P. Masters (2025-12-18). Michael is A biological anthropologist and professor at Montana Technological University, where he chairs the department. He's known for the theory that UFO occupants are time-traveling future humans, and is the author of four books plus a children's book. In total it earned 9 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Joe Rogan, Tim Ferriss).

“that's the moment of contact documentary. Very good. Very good James Fox documentary. It is. Crazy documentary.” — Michael P. Masters 02:02:06
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#7 · John Wick

Chad Stahelski (inferred) · Film / show · 9 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Joe Rogan, on Joe Rogan Experience #2456 - Michael Jai White in 2026. That episode features Michael Jai White, Actor, writer, and director (Black Dynamite, Spawn, Blood and Bone) and accomplished real-world martial artist with multiple black belts. He and Rogan trained together in the LA kickboxing scene in the 1990s. It has been genuinely recommended 9 times on the show.

“John Wick was hard. I'm a giant John Wick fan especially John Wick one... I fucking love those movies.” — Joe Rogan 01:29:34
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#8 · Painkiller

Peter Berg (inferred) · Film / show · 9 endorsements

Recommended by Joe Rogan on Joe Rogan Experience #2492 - Ari Shaffir. That episode features Ari Shaffir, Stand-up comedian, host of the podcasts Skeptic Tank and You Be Tripping, and co-host of Legion of Skanks. Creator of the storytelling show This Is Not Happening, his Netflix special Jew, and his new self-financed show The End. It has been genuinely recommended 9 times on the show.

“Painkiller, that's what it was called. It was so good. That's Peter Berg's. Yeah, we talked about that the other day. It's an amazing series. Amazing series.” — Joe Rogan 01:13:30
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#9 · The Hustler

Walter Tevis (inferred) · Film / show · 9 endorsements

Joe Rogan brought this up on Joe Rogan Experience #2438 - John Mellencamp (2026-01-14). That episode features John Mellencamp, Heartland rock legend behind hits like 'Jack and Diane,' 'Hurt So Good,' 'Small Town,' and 'Pink Houses,' originally marketed against his will as 'Johnny Cougar.' Co-founder of Farm Aid and a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. It has been genuinely recommended 9 times on the show.

“I love that guy. Hustler. One of my favorite movies of all time.” — Joe Rogan 02:07:51
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#10 · Icarus

Bryan Fogel (inferred) · Film / show · 8 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Joe Rogan, on Joe Rogan Experience #2439 - Johnny Knoxville in 2026. That episode features Johnny Knoxville, Co-creator and star of Jackass, host of Fear Factor, and a movie actor known for self-inflicted stunts and pranks. He also produced the documentary The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia. It has been genuinely recommended 8 times on the show.

“Have you ever seen that movie Icarus? ... Oh, it's a great movie. Brian Fogle made this documentary and it's a really interesting documentary” — Joe Rogan 01:59:55
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#11 · Contact

Robert Zemeckis (inferred) · Film / show · 6 endorsements

Recommended by Katee Sackhoff on Joe Rogan Experience #2400 - Katee Sackhoff. Katee is American actress best known for playing Kara 'Starbuck' Thrace in the rebooted Battlestar Galactica and Bo-Katan Kryze in The Mandalorian. She also hosts The Sackoff Show podcast. In total it earned 6 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“It's from the movie with Jodie Foster. Contact. Beautiful movie. It's a great movie.” — Katee Sackhoff 01:56:04
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#12 · Dune

Frank Herbert (inferred) · Film / show · 6 endorsements

Tim Ferriss brought this up on Q&A with Tim — Parenting Considerations, Intuition, New Hobbies, Dating, and Mor (2024-09-20). Tim is Author, entrepreneur, angel investor, and host of The Tim Ferriss Show, here doing a solo Q&A marking the podcast's 10th anniversary. In total it earned 6 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, Tim Ferriss).

“big fan of the second Dune movie frankly” — Tim Ferriss 00:46:07
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#13 · Game of Thrones

HBO (inferred) · Film / show · 6 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Action Bronson, on Joe Rogan Experience #2487 - Action Bronson in 2026. Action is Albanian-American rapper, chef, and TV host (Vice's 'F*ck, That's Delicious' and 'Ancient Aliens' fan-host) known for his food obsession, multi-hobby lifestyle, and larger-than-life personality. It has been genuinely recommended 6 times on the show.

“I'm rewatching Game of Thrones. I'm on the the final season now. God damn, it's good.” — Action Bronson 01:39:45
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#14 · Peaky Blinders

Steven Knight (inferred) · Film / show · 6 endorsements

Recommended by Joe Rogan on Joe Rogan Experience #2511 - Terry Bradshaw. That episode features Terry Bradshaw, Four-time Super Bowl-winning Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, Hall of Famer, longtime Fox NFL broadcaster, and now a horse/cattle breeder, motivational speaker, and founder of Bradshaw Bourbon. It has been genuinely recommended 6 times on the show.

“he's phenomenal in Peaky Blinders.” — Joe Rogan 01:26:27
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#15 · Spirited Away

Hayao Miyazaki (inferred) · Film / show · 6 endorsements

Tim Ferriss brought this up on Q&A with Tim Ferriss — AI Companions, Longevity Levers, Writer's Block, Low-Back (2023-11-15). Tim is Author, entrepreneur, angel investor, and host of The Tim Ferriss Show, in a solo live Q&A fielding pre-submitted and live-feed questions. It has been genuinely recommended 6 times on the show.

“Miyazaki Hayao is figurehead behind Ghibli. And my favorite movie, Spirited Away, is, I think, their crowning achievement” — Tim Ferriss 00:48:08
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#16 · When Stand Up Stood Out

Fran Solomita · Film / show · 6 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Greg Fitzsimmons, on Joe Rogan Experience #2446 - Greg Fitzsimmons in 2026. Greg is Veteran stand-up comedian, writer, and longtime Rogan friend (this is his 25th appearance). Hosts the Sunday Papers and Fitzdog Radio podcasts and came up in the 1980s-90s Boston/New York comedy scene. It has been genuinely recommended 6 times on the show.

“That France Alamita documentary when standup stood out is great for anybody's interested. It was a very unusual time.” — Greg Fitzsimmons 02:06:27
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#17 · Yellowstone

Taylor Sheridan (inferred) · Film / show · 5 endorsements

Recommended by John Fogerty on Joe Rogan Experience #2485 - John Fogerty. John is Frontman, songwriter, and guitarist of Creedence Clearwater Revival, author of American rock anthems like Fortunate Son, Proud Mary, and Bad Moon Rising. A solo Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artist still touring his Legacy Tour. In total it earned 5 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“I watch some TV shows and my favorites are the the the modern, you know, like Yellowstone and all the other ones after that.” — John Fogerty 01:56:47
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#18 · The Age of Disclosure

Dan Farah (inferred) · Film / show · 5 endorsements

Joe Rogan brought this up on Joe Rogan Experience #2495 - Tim Burchett (2026-05-07). That episode features Tim Burchett, Republican U.S. Congressman from East Tennessee and former Knox County mayor, known as one of Congress's most outspoken advocates for UFO/UAP disclosure. Son of a WWII Marine, he also makes handmade skateboards. In total it earned 5 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Diary of a CEO, Joe Rogan).

“the documentary Age of Disclosure, yeah, and you're in that. Um it's really great. If you haven't seen it folks and you're interested in the UFO phenomenon” — Joe Rogan 00:52:55
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#19 · An American Werewolf in London

John Landis · Film / show · 5 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Joe Rogan, on Joe Rogan Experience #2291 - Bert Kreischer in 2025. That episode features Bert Kreischer, Stand-up comedian and podcaster known for performing shirtless and his 'The Machine' story. A longtime friend of Joe Rogan whose Netflix special 'Lucky' was streaming at the time of recording. It has been genuinely recommended 5 times on the show.

“that's the greatest werewolf movie of all time no question because it's John Landis it's actually funny ... it's really good it's a good movie” — Joe Rogan 01:54:53
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#20 · Slow Horses

Apple TV+ (inferred) · Film / show · 5 endorsements

Recommended by Bert Kreischer on Joe Rogan Experience #2445 - Bert Kreischer. Bert is Stand-up comedian, podcaster (Bertcast, 2 Bears 1 Cave), and longtime Rogan friend known for the 'Machine' story. He recently released a scripted Netflix series about his family and is recovering from a blood clot that forced him to stop drinking. It has been genuinely recommended 5 times on the show.

“We're watching every fucking episode until it's over right now. We're not moving. We're going to watch all of them.” — Bert Kreischer 02:01:44
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#21 · The Big Bang Theory

Chuck Lorre · Film / show · 5 endorsements

Joe Rogan brought this up on Joe Rogan Experience #2507 - Harland Williams (2026-05-29). That episode features Harland Williams, Canadian comedian, actor, and writer (News Radio, Down Periscope, Half Baked) who has had a career resurgence via Kill Tony. He recently wrote, directed, and starred in the movie Wingman. It has been genuinely recommended 5 times on the show.

“until I started watching it with my kids and I'm like this is a very funny show. It's like a really good show with like very defined characters.” — Joe Rogan 02:35:49
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#22 · There Will Be Blood

Paul Thomas Anderson (inferred) · Film / show · 5 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Kyle Dunnigan, on Joe Rogan Experience #2300 - Kyle Dunnigan in 2025. Kyle is American comedian, writer, and viral character/impression maker (Caitlyn Jenner deepfake bits, Reno 911!). A standup who broke out via self-made YouTube videos and Comedy Central work. It has been genuinely recommended 5 times on the show.

“There Will Be Blood. I just saw the other. Oh my god. Phenomenal... One of the best endings to a movie.” — Kyle Dunnigan 00:30:09
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#23 · Unforgiven

Clint Eastwood · Film / show · 5 endorsements

Recommended by Dan Houser on Dan Houser: GTA, Red Dead Redemption, Rockstar, Absurd & Future of Gaming | Lex . Dan is Legendary video game creator, co-founder of Rockstar Games, and lead writer behind the Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption series. He has since founded a new company, Absurdventures, building new worlds across books, comics, audio, and games. In total it earned 5 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“I love Unforgiven, but the truth is with Red Dead, I'd seen a lot of Westerns as a kid.” — Dan Houser 00:14:48
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#24 · 1883

Taylor Sheridan (inferred) · Film / show · 4 endorsements

Brigham Buhler brought this up on Joe Rogan Experience #2208 - Brigham Buhler (2024-10-01). Brigham is Former pharmaceutical and medical-device rep, compounding-pharmacy and lab owner, and founder of Ways2Well; testified before the U.S. Senate on chronic disease and healthcare corruption. In total it earned 4 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Joe Rogan, Tim Ferriss).

“the all the Yellowstone shows are [ __ ] incredible... 1883 was great... I think 1883 is the most recent and that's my favorite” — Brigham Buhler 02:39:33
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#25 · 1923

Taylor Sheridan · Film / show · 4 endorsements

The endorsement here comes from Joey Diaz, on Joe Rogan Experience #2309 - Joey Diaz in 2025. Joey is Cuban-American stand-up comedian, actor, and longtime Rogan friend known for wild personal storytelling. Author of the memoir 'Tremendous' and a fixture of the comedy-store and podcast world. It has been genuinely recommended 4 times on the show.

“Oh, the 1923 show. Both of them. I enjoyed all of them. Love it. Yeah, I love I enjoyed all of them.” — Joey Diaz 01:08:16
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