Actors Who Have Played Their Own Relatives On Screen
Who better to bring larger-than-life characters and beloved performers to life on the big screen than the people who knew them best?
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The Ending Of Better Call Saul Explained
"Better Call Saul" is the rare prequel that stands as tall, if not taller, than its predecessor. Here is the ending of "Better Call Saul" explained.
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HBO's The Wire: Inside The World Of One Of TV's Greatest Dramas Of All Time
Let's take a look at the inside story of "The Wire," one of the greatest television dramas of all time.
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The Untold Truth Of Homer Simpson
Even a cultural institution like Homer Simpson has a beginning and perhaps a few things you didn't know about him. Here is the untold truth of Homer Simpson.
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Whatever Happened To Hannah Simone?
She played Zooey Deschanel's BBF on "New Girl," but what's Hannah Simone been up to in the years following her breakout role?
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In The Heat Of The Night Actors You May Not Know Passed Away
Based on an incendiary, Oscar-winning film, the "In the Heat of the Night" TV series was a mid-90's hit. We remember Carroll O'Connor and others who've died.
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From Nickelodeon To Elvis: Inside Austin Butler's Career Transformation
Austin Butler is well-known for "Elvis" and "Dune: Part Two," but how did he go from Nickelodeon and Disney kid to one of Hollywood's brightest talents?
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The Best Episodes Of Gold Rush According To IMDB
Gold Rush has had an unexpectedly long career on Discovery, but some episodes stand above the rest. Here are the best episodes according to IMDB.
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What The Former Cast Members Of Deadliest Catch Are Up To Now
The crab fishermen on Discovery's "Deadliest Catch" have dangerous jobs. Some have left the show - but what are these former cast members up to now?
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Elvis Movies Ranked Worst To Best
The "Elvis movie" was a unique phenomenon; there was nothing really like it before, or even since. Here are his leading roles, ranked.
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Crime Show Casting Replacements You Totally Forgot About
An actor can be replaced in a show for a number of reasons like scheduling conflicts or death. Here are crime show casting replacements you totally forgot about
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The Clint Eastwood Character You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign
For 8 decades, people have identified with Clint Eastwood characters. Using zodiac signs, here's a breakdown of whether you're more "Unforgiven" or Dirty Harry.
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Biggest Unanswered Questions In The Rocky Franchise
From the mystery of Paulie's robot to Rocky's enigmatic brain damage, we're taking a look at the biggest unanswered questions of the "Rocky" and "Creed" movies.
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A-List Stars You Didn't Know Were On Law & Order: SVU
Over the years, "Law and Order: Special Victims Unit" has employed hundreds of actors. Here are A-list stars you didn't know were on "Law & Order: SVU"
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Batman Actors You May Not Know Passed Away
With a legacy that spans so many decades, many actors who made their mark in Batman films and shows are no longer with us. Let's take a look at some.
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The Most Devastating Deaths On Breaking Bad
Death is baked into the premise of AMC's hit series "Breaking Bad." Here's the ones that hurt the most.
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The Untold Truth Of Jackie Brown
While not his most famous, Jackie Brown is one of Quentin Tarantino's best films. Here are some things about the movie that you might not have known.
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Walter Hill's Best Movies
Dating back to the '70s, nobody has done action/comedy better than Walter Hill. We look back on his manly-man best, from "Hard Times" to "48 Hours."
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The Untold Truth Of The Ernest Movies
Ernest P. Worrell was once inescapable, but no one can ride the zeitgeist forever. Here's the story behind his movies.
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Ranking Every James Cameron Movie From Worst To Best
From working art direction jobs for Roger Corman cheapies to helming the most expensive films in history, James Cameron's career has followed a singular path.
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Movie And TV Elvises Ranked Worst To Best
The hair. The lips. The hips. The pout and the swivel and the husky good ole boy voice. These are the movie and television Elvises, ranked from worst to best.
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The Only Actors Still Alive From The Cast Of Batman (1966)
The 1960s Batman TV series is a true classic. Here are all the major actors from the show who are still alive, and what they've been up to since.
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Beetlejuice Actors You Might Not Know Passed Away
They helped Tim Burton depict a delightful, demented take on the afterlife. Now, these "Beetlejuice" actors are no longer with us, but their talents live on.
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Whatever Happened To The Cast Of NewsRadio?
Since "NewsRadio" ended in 1999, the cast has gone on to great success in film, television, Broadway, and, perhaps most notably, podcasting.
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Ranking Every Downton Abbey Season Worst To Best
The sweeping, fascinating dynamic of "Downton Abbey" was explored over 6 seasons. With a second movie on the way, we rank the seasons of this TV classic.
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12 Times A Franchise Released More Than One Movie Sequel In The Same Year
Sequels often try to capitalize on the predecessor’s success and often this means they even arrive in the same year. Here are 12 examples of speedy sequels.
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Taylor Sheridan: 11 Facts About The Yellowstone Creator's Transformation Into A TV Icon
"Yellowstone" universe mastermind Taylor Sheridan seemingly came out of nowhere to become a hot TV commodity. Or did he? Here are the details of his backstory.
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