Dennis the Menace

Dennis the Menace (1993): A Chaotic Trip Down Memory Lane with Amy Lewis! 

“Hey, Mr. Wilson!”  Buckle up for a wild ride back to 1993 with RetroMade as we revisit Dennis the Menace, the mischievous comic strip kid brought to life in this John Hughes-penned comedy! Host Katie is joined by Amy Lewis from the Pop Culture Retrospective Podcast to unpack the chaos, nostalgia, and questionable plot choices of this family flick. From Walter Matthau’s grumpy perfection to the creepy Switchblade Sam, we’re diving into why this movie charmed us as kids but doesn’t quite hold up today. 

Join Katie and Amy as they spin the RetroMade time capsule wheel, diving into 1993’s pop culture gems before tackling Dennis the Menace. We explore the film’s highs (Walter Matthau and Joan Plowright’s heartfelt moments) and lows (Switchblade Sam, anyone?). With laughs, rants, and a deep love for ‘90s nostalgia, we discuss why this PG comedy feels like Home Alone gone wrong and whether it’s worth revisiting. Plus, Amy shares her personal connection to the Dennis legacy and her podcast’s heartfelt origins!