Bizarre Things That Happened On The Set Of The Shining
The set burned down, Stanley Kubrick got lost in the maze, Shelley Duvall's hair fell out. These and other odd things happened on the set of "The Shining."
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Actors Who Slammed Reboots Of The Movies That Made Them Famous
Remakes and reboots can anger a lot of fans of the original film ... or the cast. Here are some actors who slammed reboots of the movies that made them famous.
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Actors From Other Countries Who Played American Icons
Acting is a powerful tool. With enough skill and dedication, actors can become someone else and convince everyone watching that they're someone else. Here are some actors from other countries who played American icons.
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What These Movie Aliens Look Like Without Makeup
Makeup can transform even the most recognizable actors into aliens. Let's take a look at what that process is like -- and what the actors look like without it.
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The Last Movies Made By Actors We Lost Too Soon
An actor's untimely death is shocking. Fans flock to stars' final film appearances as a way of coping -- but these final roles aren't always what you'd expect.
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The Real Reason These Actors Stormed Off Set
From Chevy Chase to Sharon Stone, these actors stormed off a set - but were their actions justified? Here's the real reason these actors walked away.
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False Things You Believe About Boba Fett
Here's a look at some things you may incorrectly believe about Boba Fett.
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What It Was Really Like To See The Empire Strikes Back In 1980
Using old issues of Starlog and critic reviews, we look at the reception for Empire Strikes Back - and how it may map the road ahead for a new Star Wars movie.
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What The Cast Of District 9 Is Doing Now
District 9 broke new ground in the sci-fi genre and introduced a cast of actors mostly unknown to American audiences. So what's the District 9 cast up to today?
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Star Wars: The History Of Order 66 Explained
From the clones who disobey it to the years of planning that enable it, this is the history of Order 66.
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The Mandalorian: Every Piece Of Din Djarin's Gear Explained
Din Djarin, The Mandalorian's titular Mandalorian bounty hunter protects both himself and the Child with a variety of durable weapons and tools.
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Why Avatar The Last Airbender Is The Best Animated Show Ever
Nickelodeon has been home to many beloved children's cartoons but none of them have had the same cultural impact as Avatar: The Last Airbender.
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The Untold Truth Of Marvel's Gorr The God Butcher
Let's explore the comic history of Gorr the God Butcher, from his dark origins to how he could become a major threat in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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The Untold Truth Of Henry Cavill
It's time to break down little-known facts and tidbits about Henry Cavill, from his adoration of animals to some of the big roles he missed out on.
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The Untold Truth Of Chloe Zhao
The Oscar-winning "Nomadland" filmmaker has led a fascinating life with a backstory like one of her movies, filled with travel, cowboys and famed friends.
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Why Hollywood Stopped Casting Jennette McCurdy
Jennette McCurdy was a popular face on Nickelodeon in the '00s, but numerous issues have resulted in the actress stepping back from the spotlight.
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Movie Stars Who Lied About Their Age To Get A Role
Lying in Hollywood is nothing new, so let's look at actors who lied about their age to get one or, in some cases, multiple roles in movies or TV shows.
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The History Of Marvel's Hydra Explained
Clearly there's a lot of history behind this nefarious group, but if you're feeling confused, don't worry: This is the history of Marvel's Hydra explained.
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Uncomfortable Actor Kisses That Happened On Live TV
Here's a breakdown of many uncomfortable kisses on live TV.
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The Comic Book History Of Marvel's Jimmy Woo Explained
WandaVision has made Jimmy Woo a major part of the MCU. This is his history in the comics, from his 1950s origins to his time leading the Agents of Atlas.
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The Untold Truth Of Mephisto
With rumors circulating that he'll appear on WandaVision, let's discuss the history of Mephisto, the Marvel universe's version -- more or less -- of Satan.
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The Untold Truth Of Leslie Jones
Leslie Jones wears many hats: Comedian, game show host, Game of Thrones fan. But there's even more to her than that -- and we're here to divulge the details.
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Actor Interviews That Went Terribly Wrong
Interviews are part of any actor's life. But sometimes, they go horribly, awkwardly, and unforgettably wrong. These are some of the worst ever conducted.
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The History Of The Mandalorian-Jedi War Explained
Although much about the Mandalorian-Jedi War is still up in the air, we can learn a lot about the history of this long-standing conflict in the Star Wars canon.
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Star Wars: The Untold Truth Of Jango Fett
We're here to explore the engaging Star Wars history of Jango Fett, from the legacy he left behind to the elements of his backstory that are slowly but surely coming back to canon.
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Star Wars: The Untold Truth Of Greef Karga
Greef Karga is one of The Mandalorian's most fascinating characters. But did you know he also died in the third episode of the series? Join us as we explore the little-known truth of Greef Karga, from his earliest designs to Carl Weathers' spin in the director's chair.
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