• Morpheus' Entire Matrix Backstory Explained

    What if I told you there was more to Laurence Fishburne's Morpheus than meets the eye? The Matrix trilogy is the story of Neo and his destiny to save humanity, but what about the man who discovers him? Here's the story of Morpheus' escape from the Matrix, and howe he came to find the One.

    By Shane O'Neill June 7th, 2020 Read More
  • The '90s Sci-Fi Action Movie You Have To Watch On Hulu

    There are so many streaming services today; sometimes you have to do a little digging to unearth a classic film that hasn't breached the front page of your home screen. Hulu has one such overlooked gem currently streaming: 1993's Demolition Man starring Sylvester Stallone and Wesley Snipes.

    By Shane O'Neill June 7th, 2020 Read More
  • A Little-Known Sci-Fi Thriller Is Gaining Attention On Hulu

    The streaming world provides a platform for many smaller, harder-to-find sci-fi titles to shine. Fans of an egregiously overlooked gem from 2013 will be happy to know it's finally starting to get its due thanks to a surprisingly strong showing on Hulu. That film is Europa Report.

    By Patrick Phillips June 6th, 2020 Read More
  • Why Groot Had To Die In Guardians Of The Galaxy

    In a massive franchise like the Marvel Cinematic Universe, every scene is crucial to the narrative. With so many characters and factions, every minute has to be well-spent developing characters or plot points. It makes for a pretty emotional ride.

    By Shane O'Neill June 6th, 2020 Read More
  • Why Shelby From The Last Days Of American Crime Looks So Familiar

    In the Netflix original movie The Last Days of American Crime, Shelby Dupree is our femme fatale, a mysterious hacker who ropes failed career criminal Graham Bricke (Édgar Ramírez) into one last heist before the US government puts an end to all forms of criminality.

    By Robert Balkovich June 6th, 2020 Read More
  • What Happened To Jasmine From Space Jam?

    You may be surprised to learn that the doting wife and adorable kids we see in Space Jam aren't Michael Jordan's actual family. For our money, the most adorable of those little moppets was daughter Jasmine, portrayed by then-six-year-old Penny Bae Bridges. What has she been up to in the years since?

    By Mike Floorwalker June 5th, 2020 Read More
  • Why Maharajah From Murder Mystery Looks So Familiar

    Supporting Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston in Netflix's comedy hit is a cast of esteemed actors like Luke Evans, Terence Stamp, Danny Boon, and of course, Adeel Akhtar. That last name may not be all that familiar to you, but there's a very good reason his face probably rings a bell.

    By Patrick Phillips June 5th, 2020 Read More
  • The Hidden Detail That Connects Twister To Terminator 2

    In a world where you might get terminated by a twister — or twisted by a Terminator — one company fills your gas tank. Here's the fictional company that links the 1996 disaster flick Twister and the 1991 sci-fi action classic Terminator 2: Judgment Day.

    By Mike Floorwalker June 5th, 2020 Read More
  • Why Jenny From Someone Great Looks So Familiar

    If you spent your viewing of Someone Great scratching your head about where you've seen Jenny before, look no further. From a game-changing satirical sitcom to nostalgia-tinged voice work, Gina Rodriguez has quickly become one of Hollywood's most recognizable young faces.

    By Nina Starner June 5th, 2020 Read More
  • Why Phoebe Cates Quit Hollywood

    Phoebe Cates was born into a showbiz family, started modeling at the age of 10, and landed her first movie role at 17. She had her breakout moment in 1982's Fast Times at Ridgemont High, but quietly ended her career in 1994. Here's why Phoebe Cates quit Hollywood.

    By Katy Kroll June 5th, 2020 Read More
  • Why Chloe From Always Be My Maybe Looks So Familiar

    Always Be My Maybe is among the best romantic comedies in recent memory, thanks in no small part to its stellar cast. Supporting Ali Wong and Randall Park in their lead roles is Casey Wilson. This funny woman has appeared in everything from dark David Fincher films to upbeat network sitcoms.

    By Nina Starner June 4th, 2020 Read More
  • The Backstory Of The Lord Of The Rings Dwarves Explained

    With so much dwarvish lore in The Lord of the Rings, we thought we'd take a deep dive into the dwarves of Middle-earth in order to see what makes them different from the ostentatious men, froufrou elves, and beardless hobbits that surround them on all sides.

    By Jaron Pak June 4th, 2020 Read More
  • An Underrated Arnold Schwarzenegger Movie Just Arrived On Netflix

    Looking for a little action, a little comedy, and a little Arnie? Have we got a movie for you. The 2017 flick Killing Gunther has landed on Netflix, and if you missed it upon its initial release (you'd be far from alone), now is your chance to catch up on a heck of a funny movie.

    By Mike Floorwalker June 4th, 2020 Read More
  • The Unexpected Thriller Everyone's Watching On HBO Max

    One of the most underrated films of 2019 is on HBO Max. Subscribers to the new streamer are discovering the pleasures of Ready or Not, a mashup of horror, action, and pitch-black comedy. If you want your pulse quickened, your gut busted, and your nerves jangled, this is what you should be watching.

    By Mike Floorwalker June 3rd, 2020 Read More
  • The Ending Of Intuition Explained

    Crime thrillers thrive on mystery and misdirection, which often makes unpacking their climaxes a bit of task. Netflix's latest entry from this genre, Intuition, is no exception. Here's the ending explained.

    By Zach Lisabeth June 3rd, 2020 Read More
  • There Are Actually Eight Heroes That Captain America Never Met In The MCU

    One of mainstays of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is Captain America, who's tied closely to many of his fellow crime-fighters. Although Cap worked alongside (and fought against) an impressive roster of heroes during his tenure in the MCU, there's a handful he never got the chance to formally meet.

    By Shane O'Neill June 3rd, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason Sleepy Hollow Was Canceled

    Sleepy Hollow's premiere earned ten million viewers in Fox's highest-rated fall drama bow since 2006. It was celebrated for its fun writing, clever mix of genres, and strong production values. Yet, Sleepy Hollow would wrap its story four years later to a very different tune. Here's what happened.

    By Abbey White June 3rd, 2020 Read More
  • The Lord Of The Rings Reunion You Never Expected To Happen

    On the May 31, 2020 episode of Josh Gad's Reunited Apart YouTube show, we witnessed the cast of The Lord of The Rings reunite in a Zoom meeting to reminisce, as well as to raise money for the No Kid Hungry charity. Who took part in this unprecedented event, and what did they talk about?

    By Pauli Poisuo June 2nd, 2020 Read More
  • The Unexpected Horror Movie That's Currently Crushing It On Netflix

    Look out, Netflix fans, because there's a creepy flick climbing the streamer's charts — and it's almost certainly not the horror flick you'd think. In fact, we're betting the horror movie currently crushing it on Netflix is one you've forgotten all about, or maybe haven't even heard of.

    By Patrick Phillips June 2nd, 2020 Read More