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Action & Adventure Movies (10)

  • What The Cast Of Beverly Hills Cop Looks Like Today

    Beverly Hills Cop earned critical acclaim, became the highest-grossing film of 1984, and paved the way for Eddie Murphy's future successes. Murphy was the biggest star to emerge from Beverly Hills Cop, but he was far from the only one. Here's what the film's cast is up to today.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • How Disney Changed The Star Wars Universe Forever

    Not so long ago, George Lucas was in complete control of the Star Wars universe. But now, the folks at Disney are running the show, and they've been doing things a bit differently. From what is and isn't canon to the issue of diversity, here's how Disney changed the Star Wars universe forever.

    By Johnny Brayson Read More
  • The Rise Of Skywalker Is The Longest Star Wars Movie Yet

    Star Wars is taking its longest journey to date with The Rise of Skywalker. According to AMC Theaters and Fandango, the upcoming film will run for a whopping 2 hours and 35 minutes (or 155 minutes), marking the longest chapter in all three of the Star Wars trilogies.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Star Wars Toy Designers Trying Hard To Avoid Huge Spoiler Snags

    ​Avoiding spoilers for an event film like ​Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker​ is a touch more difficult for some of us than the rest. For those involved with the production of ​Star Wars​ toys, going into the theater cold can be next to impossible — but that doesn't mean they don't try.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • How To See Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker In Theaters Early

    Itching to head back to the galaxy far, far away ASAP? We've got the low-down on how you can see The Rise of Skywalker in theaters early. AMC Theaters is holding a Star Wars marathon that will end with the launch of The Rise of Skywalker, which will screen ahead of general public showings.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Dumb Things Everyone Ignores In The Goonies

    Today, The Goonies is looked upon as a classic. But there's a problem with revisiting a childhood favorite later on on life, and there's just no way to ignore these dumb things in The Goonies any longer.

    By Jennifer Arbues Read More
  • The Star Wars Questions Rise Of Skywalker Will Finally Answer

    In an interview with Empire, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker co-writer Chris Terrio confirmed that the flick will answer two questions fans have been asking for years — one of which has sparked countless theories and another that has deeper, franchise-wide implications.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Why Uma Thurman Was Never The Same After Kill Bill

    Though her performance as the Bride in Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill has been hailed as her best thus far, Thurman, much like her character, has carried trauma and scars with her in the aftermath of playing Beatrix Kiddo. Here's why Uma Thurman was never the same after Kill Bill.

    By Nina Starner Read More

Amazon Prime (1)

  • Amazon Prime Video: Everything That's Coming In January 2019

    Amazon Prime is asserting itself as the aptly prime place to go for fresh-out-of-the-oven content this new year. The site's streaming platform, Amazon Prime Video, is ushering in 2019 with a heaping helping of new movies and television shows to stream in January.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More

Comics (3)

  • How Joker Is Completely Different From The Comics

    Director Todd Philips has been clear it was never his intention to adapt any specific comic when he directed Joker, and now that we can all see the film for ourselves, it's clear that he meant it. Here are some of the biggest ways Joker is different from the comics.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • Black Panther's Ryan Coogler Is Making Another Comic Book Movie

    Black Panther director Ryan Coogler is taking some time away from Wakanda for an intriguing new comic book project. Coogler will produce an adaptation of the comic book series Bitter Root for Legendary, basing it on the Image comics created by Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, and David F. Walker.

    By Nina Starner Read More

DC (29)

  • The Batman Director Finally Confirms Jeffrey Wright's Role

    For Matt Reeves, brevity is apparently a virtue.​ One word, one hashtag, and one emoji was all that was necessary for the writer/director behind the upcoming ​The Batman to confirm that Jeffrey Wright has joined the cast as Jim Gordon. The actor had been circling the role for some time.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Ryan Reynolds Had Choice Words For Joker Cast And Crew

    Joker is officially the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time, and the star of previous champ Deadpool had a couple of choice words about the development. The reliably hilarious Ryan Reynolds took to Instagram to post a mock poster for Joker offering his congratulations.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of The Batman Who Laughs

    Here from a dark multiverse, he's a kill-crazy version of Bruce Wayne whose body count would make the Joker sob in disgrace. To learn more about the latest Batman bad guy to become an indispensable part of the Dark Knight's rogues' gallery, keep reading for the untold truth of the Batman Who Laughs.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • The Truth About Joker's Most Fascinating Scene

    ​When you're working with an actor as talented as Joaquin Phoenix, you learn to expect the unexpected. In a wide-ranging interview,​ Joker ​cinematographer Lawrence Sher gave some insight into one of the film's most interesting scenes — namely, the fact that nobody on set knew it was coming.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Inspiration Behind Robert Pattinson's Batman Voice

    The Caped Crusader always bears a distinctive style of speaking — whether it's Michael Keaton's sharp delivery or Christian Bale's borderline incomprehensible snarl — and Robert Pattinson, the latest actor to step into Batman's suit and cowl, has developed his own take on the "Batman voice."

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Weird Jared Leto Joker Situation Just Keeps Getting Stranger

    ​David Ayer would like to be left out of this whole Joker mess. The ​Suicide Squad​ director recently took to Twitter to defend himself in the wake of a report that Jared Leto's role as the Clown Prince of Crime was severely reduced in his movie because Ayer was unhappy with his performance.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Robert Pattinson Confirms No Connection Between The Batman And Joker

    If you're waiting for Joaquin Phoenix's Joker to square off against Batman, you're going to be waiting a long time The Batman​ star Robert Pattinson has confirmed what ​Joker​'s Todd Phillips has already proclaimed: his film will not connect to the upcoming Dark Knight solo vehicle in any way.​

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • James Gunn Reveals Why Leto's Joker Won't Be In The Suicide Squad

    Writer/director James Gunn's upcoming soft reboot The Suicide Squad will likely be missing the original's most divisive element. In a recent Q&A conducted on Instagram, Gunn appeared to shoot down the idea of Jared Leto's Joker appearing in his film in response to a question from a fan.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What Zoë Kravitz Could Look Like As Catwoman In The Batman

    Move over, Michelle. Adios, Anne. ​Zoë ​Kravitz has officially landed the plum role of Selina Kyle/Catwoman in Matt Reeves' ​The Batman,​ and the internet's digital artists have come out to give us an idea of what she might look like in the upcoming flick, from simple to steampunk.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What Paul Dano Could Look Like As The Riddler In The Batman

    ​It's official: Paul Dano will be ​The Batman​'s Riddler. It was recently announced​ that the​ actor has signed on to Matt Reeves "Worlds of DC" entry as the villain, and some of the web's most talented graphic artists have wasted no time at all weighing in on what they think this could look like.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Batman May Have Found Its Riddler

    Less than 24 hours after it was announced that Jonah Hill had parted ways with The Batman and turned down a potential role as the Riddler, it appears the production team behind the film has moved on from Hill and solved the riddle of casting the Riddler.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • The Batman Just Lost Jonah Hill

    Oh, what might have been. Less than a month after it was reported that Academy Award-nominated actor Jonah Hill was lined up to star alongside Robert Pattinson in The Batman, Deadline has dropped a bombshell: Hill is no longer in talks for the movie.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • What You Need To Know About Catwoman In The Batman

    Selina Kyle — the bullwhip-wielding burglar better known as Catwoman — is set to sink her claws into The Batman. And we now know which actress will portray Catwoman opposite Robert Pattinson's Batman: Zoë Kravitz. Here are a few things you need to know about The Batman's Catwoman.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The 'Joker' Batman Villain Reference We All Definitely Missed

    We see what you did there, Joker. The smash hit standalone entry into the Worlds of DC franchise contains a sly reference to another, lesser-known Batman villain — one that will soon be appearing on the big screen for the first time in James Gunn's The Suicide Squad.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Leto Was Apparently Not Happy About Joaquin's Joker Movie

    Jared Leto reportedly had trouble putting on a happy face when hearing about the new Joker movie. Leto, who played the Joker in David Ayer's 2016 comic book movie Suicide Squad, is said to have been "upset" about Warner Bros. moving forward with the Joker origin story film starring Joaquin Phoenix.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Joaquin Phoenix Surprised Fans At Joker Screenings

    ​Joker​ is the most talked-about film of the fall — and its star gave a few lucky fans even more to talk about. The Saturday after the film's opening, Joaquin Phoenix stopped by several Los Angeles-area Alamo Drafthouse screenings to hang out, chat with fans, and take a few pictures.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Joker Director Finally Explains That Crucial Last Scene

    Arthur Fleck's biggest joke just might be the one he pulled on you.​ ​Joker​ director Todd Phillips recently made a few very interesting comments to the ​Los Angeles Times​ in regard to the final scene of the movie — comments which imply a bizarre truth about the nature of the story being presented.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What Joker Gets Right That Other Batman Movies Got Wrong

    Numerous elements of the Batman mythos are given a makeover in Joker that makes everything feel more familiar to the real world, and in many ways more effective. Keep reading for our assessment of what Joker gets right that other Batman movies got wrong.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • Joker Just Demolished A Box Office Record

    Joker's box office haul is no laughing matter. The Joaquin Phoenix-led film — which serves as a particularly dark origin story one of pop culture's most famous characters, the Joker — smashed a box office record with its opening weekend revenue.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The 'Radical Changes' Made To Joker In The Middle Of Filming

    ​Creating a unique take on the Joker was a bit of a moving target for Joaquin Phoenix. The actor recently sat down with the ​ReelBlend​ podcast to discuss the difficulties that he and director Todd Phillips had in nailing down the right characterization during the filming of ​Joker.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Biggest Unanswered Questions In Joker

    While we might not ever get a sequel set in this particular version of Gotham City, many of this movie's implications stuck with us even after we left the theater, which means it's time to talk about them. Here are some of the biggest unanswered questions in Joker.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • The Real Reason Batman Isn't In The Joker Movie

    ​The Clown Prince of Crime is back on the silver screen — but a certain someone is missing from the proceedings. Much has been made of the fact that ​Joker,​ which stars Joaquin Phoenix as the iconic DC villain, is a film that sports a distinct lack of Batman. Why was this choice made?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • How Robert De Niro Actually Feels About The Joker Controversy

    Robert De Niro has some things to say about the things other people are saying about his new movie. chatting to Variety​ during the red carpet event for another of his upcoming films The Irishman, Robert De Niro finally offered his own take on the controversy surrounding Joker.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Joker's Joaquin Phoenix Curses Out Crew Member In BTS Footage

    Is Joaquin Phoenix a petulant, spoiled movie star... or is he pulling our collective leg once again? During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Phoenix was presented with an outtake from Joker in which he appears to go on a profane rant aimed at a crew member named "Larry."

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Truth Behind Harley Quinn's Hyenas In Birds Of Prey

    In the newest batch of posters for Birds of Prey, Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn is seen smirking on a sofa while a hyena bares its teeth at her. Here's why Harley has hyenas in Birds of Prey, where they came from, and what type of role they'll play in the upcoming flick.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More

Exclusives (9)

  • A Christmas Carol Adaptations Ranked From Worst To Best

    A Christmas Carol adaptations range from the delightful to the derivative. Just how do the many iterations of Dickens' classic tale of redemption stack up? From the total disasters to the heartfelt classics, here are A Christmas Carol adaptations ranked from worst to best.

    By Juliet Kahn Read More
  • The Absolute Worst Thing Tig Trager Ever Did On Sons Of Anarchy

    For seven seasons of FX's hard-nosed biker drama Sons of Anarchy, Tig Trager's nose was frequently the hardest of all. Tig had one hell of a mean streak that led to some of the more brutal showdowns on the series, but what was the absolute worst thing he ever did? Let's discuss.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • 5 Best And 5 Worst Things In Zombieland: Double Tap

    As with the first Zombieland, there are plenty of things to love about the sequel, but there are also a few things that didn't work as well as we might have hoped. It's time to sink our teeth into the five best and five worst things about Zombieland: Double Tap.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • Stephen King TV Series Ranked Worst To Best

    TV shows based on the works of Stephen King are a mixed bag. Some are absolutely incredible, while others ... aren't great. So which ones are worth watching? Well, prepare for a few scares as we rank Stephen King TV shows from worst to best.

    By Jennifer Arbues Read More
  • Oscar Voters Give Their Honest Opinions About Joker

    ​Joker​ is dividing the heck out of audiences far and wide, including one very significant crowd: Oscar voters. ​The Hollywood Reporter​ recently spoke with a number of members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and like critics and audiences, they were largely split on the film.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Heath Ledger Vs. Joaquin Phoenix: Who Was The Best Joker?

    Let the battle begin. With the arrival of director Todd Phillips' long-awaited Joker movie​, a new challenger has entered the arena in hopes of becoming the new Best Joker Actor Ever. Now that Joker has landed in theaters, who's the better Clown Prince of Crime​: Joaquin Phoenix or Heath Ledger?

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • This Is Han Solo's Best Line Ever

    ​Ah, Han Solo. As portrayed by the legendary Harrison Ford, he may have had a heart of gold, but at times, it could be pretty tough to find it underneath that surly exterior. But he always seemed to get the best lines, so we decided to try to determine: what is Han Solo's best line ever?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More

Fantasy Movies (6)

  • Whatever Happened To Moaning Myrtle From Harry Potter?

    Actress Shirley Henderson has a career that spans well beyond a bathroom at Hogwarts, and today, we're going to find out what she's been doing since her stint in Harry Potter. From Korean films to literary adaptations, here's what happened to the actress who played Moaning Myrtle.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Things Only Adults Notice In Edward Scissorhands

    Edward Scissorhands is, by turns, delightful and heartbreaking, appealing to viewers of all ages. Children who watched it upon its release are likely to gain different insight into it as adults, and the children of today will likely miss some of the movie's most poignant themes.

    By Morgana Santilli Read More
  • Whatever Happened To The Weasley Family From Harry Potter?

    Almost every member of the Weasley family was portrayed on film by actors young and old. But once the series was finished, where did those actors end up? Well, here's what happened to each member of the Weasley family since the original Potter films concluded their run in 2011.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • What Evanna Lynch From Harry Potter Looks Like Today

    For fans who watched Harry and his cohorts grow up on screen, it's still exciting to see where the Potter actors have landed — including Evanna Lynch, who brought Luna Lovegood to life when she joined the series with Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Here's what she looks like today.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Things Only Adults Notice In Willow

    If you experienced Willow as a child in the '80s, you probably remember it for the thrilling action, sweeping score, rich world-building, and endearing characters. Those elements are most definitely there, but revisiting the film as an adult, you may discover there's a lot that went over your head.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More

HBO Max (2)

  • DC's Strange Adventures, Green Lantern Getting TV Series At HBO Max

    ​A couple of intriguing DC properties are getting an unexpected home. WarnerMedia has announced that ​Strange Adventures,​ an anthology series featuring DC characters, will be part of the offerings on its upcoming streamer HBO Max — as well as a new series based on the iconic hero Green Lantern.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why The Cast Of HBO's Watchmen Looks So Familiar

    Helmed by Lost and The Leftovers auteur Damon Lindelof, this new version of Watchmen serves as a new and original story based within author Alan Moore's world. From Academy Award winners to Mad Men alumni, here's where you've probably seen the cast of HBO's Watchmen series before.

    By Nina Starner Read More

History Movies (2)

Horror & Thriller (2)

  • How The Shining Book Differs From The Movie

    Stephen King's The Shining and Stanley Kubrick's adaptation are two completely different beasts. From the creepy twins to that bleeding elevator, here are the many ways the novel differs from the movie.

    By Sezin Koehler Read More
  • The New Horror Movie That's As Scary As Hereditary

    Spooky season is officially upon us, and Netflix is kicking off the most frightful time of year with a film that promises scares in line with 2018's genre-smashing shocker Hereditary. Horror author Joe Hill recently said that Netflix's new flick In the Tall Grass is "Hereditary-level scary."

    By Patrick Phillips Read More

Marvel (27)

  • The Version Of Deadpool 2 That Almost Was

    In October 2016, director Tim Miller exited Deadpool 2 over what was described at the time as "creative differences." During a recent podcast appearance, Miller discussed his unproduced version of Deadpool 2 in greater detail, offering up several surprises about what never came to be.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Marvel's Next Infinity Saga-Level Story Could Be Over A Decade Away

    It looks like the final Avengers films really were the end of an epic event era — at least for now. Avengers: Endgame producer Trinh Tran has that after spending more than a decade building out the Infinity Saga, Marvel is taking a more relaxed approach to the next 10 years of superhero content.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • Martin Scorsese Has Something New To Say About Marvel Movies

    After his controversial comments about Marvel films sparked outrage earlier this month, the venerated director has continued to talk about the MCU ⁠— and his feelings on the juggernaut franchise still aren't particularly positive, but they aren't as negative as they previously seemed.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Disney CEO Breaks His Silence On Criticism Of Marvel Movies

    ​Disney CEO Bob Iger has a few choice words for the filmmakers who have recently seen fit to disparage Mighty Marvel. Iger issued perhaps the most forceful defense yet of Marvel and the superhero genre in the wake of unprompted attacks by the likes of Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why Scarlet Witch's Powers Are Underrated

    Since her proper onscreen introduction in Avengers: Age of Ultron, fans have been just a bit confused about Wanda Maximoff's power set. But the MCU version of Wanda is about to discover just how powerful she really is. This could be totally awesome — and it could also destroy the MCU as we know it.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • How Charlie Cox's Daredevil Could Fit In The MCU Movies

    Rumors have been brewing that Charlie Cox might return as the savior of Hell's Kitchen, only this time, he might show up in the movies. So how could the Man Without Fear would fit into the MCU? We have some ideas about how Charlie Cox's Daredevil could fit perfectly into the Marvel Universe.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • Martin Scorsese Clarifies His Controversial Marvel Comments

    Apparently, Martin Scorsese's weird few weeks in the news isn't yet over. After discrediting Marvel movies as "not cinema," Scorsese took a moment during a press conference at the BFI London Film Festival to clarify his past comments and define what he values about cinema.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • These Things Happen In Every Single Spider-Man Movie

    All the Spider-Man films tend to feature the same elements over and over again. And while a lot of it has worked well for the character for about 60 years, you could also probably go to the theater and play Spidey-Bingo pretty easily. Here are things that we see in every single Spider-Man movie.

    By Chris Sims Read More
  • Small Details You Missed In The Spider-Man: Far From Home Trailer

    There's a lot of fresh stuff in the new trailer for Spider-Man: Far From Home, including some dramatic twists, some fun bits of comedy, and a whopper of a revelation about the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the wake of the reality-shaking events of Avengers: Endgame.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • What Kevin Feige's Massive Promotion Means For Marvel

    Marvel Studios head honcho Kevin Feige has scored himself a new title: Chief Creative Officer, Marvel.​ The King Geek has received a huge promotion that will place the entirety of Marvel's creative personnel — including those from the film, television, and publishing branches — under his purview.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Was Ryan Reynolds' Secret Marvel Meeting About Deadpool 3?

    Is Ryan Reynolds trolling us, or is Deadpool edging closer to the Marvel Cinematic Universe? The star recently took to Instagram to post an image of himself apparently standing in the lobby of Marvel Studios, renewing speculation that the ​Deadpool​ franchise will soon continue in the MCU.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Rumor Report: Is Marvel Really Making Captain America 4?

    Hold onto your hats, true believers. We Got This Covered​​ is reporting that, according to anonymous sources close to Marvel Studios, a fourth ​Captain America​ picture is in development — one which will star Anthony Mackie, as it'll see Sam Wilson officially taking on the mantle.

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  • Martin Scorsese Doubles Down On Marvel Movie Criticism

    The feud between Martin Scorsese and the Marvel Cinematic Universe is still going strong. During a press conference before a screening of his film The Irishman, Scorsese went all in on his previous Marvel-related remarks. Recently, the acclaimed director had described Marvel movies as "not cinema."

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • How The Deadpool Movies Delayed Zombieland: Double Tap

    Zombieland fans have a different action-comedy to blame for the long wait between the original film and its sequel. Jesse Eisenberg, who plays Columbus in the Zombieland film series, recently revealed that the Deadpool film franchise considerably slowed the progress of Zombieland: Double Tap.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Jennifer Aniston Just Took A Major Shot At Marvel Movies

    Mighty Marvel may be dominating pop culture, but not everyone is feeling the love.​ In a recent conversation with ​Variety,​ Jennifer Aniston — star of ​Friends​ and the upcoming series ​The Morning Show​ — lamented what she saw as a dearth of choices due to the popularity of comic book movies.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Real Reason Gwyneth Paltrow Forgets What Marvel Movies She's In

    Gwyneth Paltrow has spent plenty of time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but her memories seem to be a little shaky. The actress has admitted that she hasn't even seen one of the Marvel movies she was in — that being Spider-Man: Homecoming, a film she also didn't remember being a part of at all.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Movie Marvel Actresses Are 'Passionately' Pitching To Kevin Feige

    The women of Marvel want their own feature in the MCU — and they're not afraid to get in the ear of the guy who can make it happen. In a recent conversation with ​Variety,​ ​Brie Larson confirmed that she and several of her peers have indeed spoken to Kevin Feige about an all-female team-up flick.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Meet The Cast Of Marvel's Horror-Themed Series Helstrom

    Marvel is officially bringing a little hell to Hulu with the upcoming live-action series Helstrom. We now have the first look at not only some of the characters set to populate the series' hellscape, but also the stalwart cast of performers tasked with bringing those characters to life.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Samuel L. Jackson Addresses Martin Scorsese's Marvel Criticisms

    Samuel L. Jackson is "laying his vengeance" upon a certain filmmaking legend after some pointed comments about Marvel movies. In response to Martin Scorsese's dismissive remarks about the quality of Marvel films, Jackson, known for his bombastic attitude and often profane language, kept a cool head.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Spider-Ham

    Spider-Ham remained on the periphery of Marvel Comics for decades, but since the success of Into the Spider-Verse, the little sausage hero is making himself more and more visible in popular media. So, we think maybe it might be time for the untold truth of Spider-Ham.

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  • Martin Scorsese Has Some Harsh Words About Marvel Movies

    ​No Mighty Marvel for Marty. In a recent conversation with ​Empire​ magazine, Martin Scorsese — perhaps the world's greatest living film director — had some pretty harsh words for the movies of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which is by far the highest-grossing film franchise in history.

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  • Times Superheroes Were Unmasked And It Stuck

    Superheroes have had their secret identities publicly revealed for decades, but like just about any other plot development in comics, it isn't always permanent. Here's a look at some of the times superheroes were unmasked -- and it stuck.

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Movie News (67)

  • Disney Reveals The Real Reason Spidey Returned To The MCU

    ​Spider-Man is back in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and it's all because of... you. Disney co-chairman Alan Horn and Sony Pictures chairman Tom Rothman recently took part in a discussion in which they agreed that if not for pushback from fans, this summer's split might have remained permanent.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Amazing Scene That Almost Happened In Endgame

    ​​Avengers: Endgame​ almost saw Bruce Banner face off against arguably his greatest foe... himself. In a recent interview, co-writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely revealed that they scripted a scene in which Banner meets his angry, green alter-ego in a Soul Stone-induced vision.

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  • We Now Know The Real Reason Endgame Brought Gamora Back

    Avengers: Endgame​'s writers don't simply have a soft spot for deadly, green alien warriors. In a recent interview,​ Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely revealed that they had a specific reason for returning Gamora to life: so the character would be available for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.​

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  • The Truth Behind Avengers: Endgame's Beheading Scene

    Thanos' decapitation Avengers: Endgame was antithetical to what most people anticipated when they walked into their screenings back in April 2019. The editing staff was well aware of this fact, and Avengers: Endgame co-editor Jeff Ford recently opened up about crafting the shocking scene.

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  • The Deleted Infinity War Scene That Went Way Too Far

    ​​Avengers: Infinity War​ could have had audiences barfing in their popcorn. In a recent interview,​ co-screenwriter Christopher Markus described a scene which was scripted, but never shot, that might have taken an audience member or two out of the film's story by making them sick to their stomachs.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What The Critics Are Saying About Doctor Sleep

    Doctor Sleep is apparently a cinematic awakening. After attending an exclusive screening for the latest Stephen King​ adaptation ahead of its November release, critics have flooded Twitter with their thoughts on Doctor Sleep. Here's what they're saying about the Mike Flanagan-directed film.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • What The Critics Are Saying About Greta Gerwig's Little Women

    It might not seem as if the world needs yet another adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's seminal novel Little Women, but director Greta Gerwig's take is getting positive buzz after a recent Los Angeles screening for select critics. Here's what the critics are saying so far about the new Little Women.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Iron Man's Endgame Death Could Have Gone Much Differently

    ​The climax of ​Avengers: Endgame​ featured the death of a legend — but as perfectly heroic as the moment was, it could have gone dozens of different ways. In a recent interview with ​Collider,​ editor Jeff Ford went into depth about how the scene where Tony Stark sacrifices himself came to be.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Thor: Love And Thunder Will Be Even Bigger Than Ragnarok

    In case there was any worry about the God of Thunder going soft in Thor: Love and Thunder, Taika Waititi wants to assure fans the new chapter in the Thor saga will be "bigger, and louder, and more bombastic" than its predecessor, Thor: Ragnarok. Let's discuss how Waititi might achieve that feat.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Leaked Rise Of Skywalker Images Reveal Major Storyline

    A Redditor may have spoiled the heck out of one of the biggest movies of the year. A post shared images, obtained from an unnamed source, purported to be stills from the upcoming Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker. If they're genuine, they may confirm a long-held fan theory about Kylo Ren.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Here's When The Wonder Woman 1984 Trailer Will Be Released

    Have no fear, superhero fans. The Wonder Woman 1984 trailer is almost here. Director Patty Jenkins and the folks at Warner Bros. have confirmed that fans are about six weeks away from getting their eyes on the first official trailer for the Wonder Woman sequel.

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  • What To Expect From The Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Re-Release

    ​Quentin Tarantino's ​Once Upon a Time in Hollywood​ is headed back to theaters — with a little extra heft. The flick will land on 1,000 North American screens with an extra ten minutes of footage as compared to the standard cut. The additional run time will be split across four new scenes.

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  • Cardi B Has Joined The Fast & Furious Family

    Cardi B fans have a new reason to get revved up. As confirmed by Variety, the singer and hip-hop sensation has booked her next high-profile film gig in Fast & Furious 9, though her specific role is still unknown.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Truth About Keanu Reeves Appearing In Fast & Furious 9

    The internet's boyfriend might be speeding into one of the biggest movie franchises out there. Long-time Fast & Furious franchise scribe Chris Morgan has revealed that he spoke with Keanu Reeves about joining the film series, presumably in Fast & Furious 9. Here's what we know about the situation.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Rumor Report: Will Ant-Man 3 Drop An MCU Bombshell?

    And Marvel Studios said unto the world, "Let the great rumor mill spin." That ever-spinning mill has indeed been working overtime of late, and a new rumor has recently surfaced which suggests that Ant-Man 3, if it happens, might herald the debut of the MCU's Young Avengers.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Minecraft Movie Loses Its Director And Writer

    Rob McElhenney is used to things being Always Sunny, but he's just thrown his latest project into a bubble of inclement weather. McElhenney has dropped out as the director and co-writer of Warner Bros.' Minecraft film, a planned adaptation of the sandbox video game created by Markus Persson.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Minecraft Movie Scores Peter Sollett As Director

    Warner Bros. is working hard to set up a solid foundation for its long-gestating Minecraft film — and on Friday, the studio placed a brand-new brick. The studio has tapped Raising Victor Vargas filmmaker Peter Sollett as the director and writer of its forthcoming video game movie​ Minecraft.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Taika Waititi Reveals The Status Of His Live-Action Akira Movie

    Is Taika Waititi's live-action Akira adaptation alive and well, or dead in the water? Waititi recently sat down with IGN while promoting his latest release Jojo Rabbit, and during his conversation with the outlet, the director offered an update on his long-gestating Akira movie.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • What The Critics Are Saying About Terminator: Dark Fate

    ​Terminator: Dark Fate​ has screened for critics — and while the franchise has left them cold in recent years, it looks like the trend is about to be reversed. A good deal of the reviewers who took in the film are comparing it favorably to ​Terminator 2: Judgment Day.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why Some Fans Are Upset Over The First Bloodshot Trailer

    With a bullet to the face and a bunch of traumatic memories rising to the surface, the first trailer for Sony's Bloodshot is finally here. Sadly, when Sony dropped the first Bloodshot trailer on Monday, October 21, many fans were left disappointed by what they saw. Here's why.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Pattinson Makes Head-Turning Statement About The Dark Knight

    Citizens of Gotham, Batman is once again coming to bust some bad guys. And it sounds like he'll be more conflicted than ever. Upcoming Batman star Robert Pattinson recently revealed why he was drawn to the character — and in doing so, he made a head-turning comment about the Dark Knight.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • The Fight Over Whether To Keep Fat Thor In Thor: Love And Thunder

    Will Bro Thor be continuing to bro it up in Thor: Love and Thunder — or will the Asgardian return to his lean, mean physique? The flick's writer/director, Taika Waititi, addressed the question during a recent sitdown with Yahoo! Entertainment.​ The short answer: he's not sure yet.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Ryan Reynolds And John Krasinski Are Teaming Up For A New Film

    Two of Hollywood's most dapper and deadpan actors are teaming up for an exciting new film. Ryan Reynolds, who revived his career with the superhero hit Deadpool, and John Krasinski, best known for his constant direct-to-camera mugging on The Office, will join forces for Imaginary Friends.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Former Gambit Director Doesn't Think The Movie Will Ever Happen

    ​The Fox-produced ​X-Men​ film series is done — and so, apparently, is a long-awaited spin-off. Director Doug Liman, who had been attached to a feature film based on the card-flinging mutant Gambit, has gone on record stating that he believes the film to be dead in the water.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Iron Fist Actress To Star In The Matrix 4

    Another Hollywood star is debating whether or not they should take the red pill. Deadline has confirmed that Jessica Henwick, best known for playing Colleen Wing on the superhero series Iron Fist, is in talks to join the cast of The Matrix 4.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • How Anne Hathaway Feels About Zoë Kravitz's Catwoman Casting

    A former Catwoman has spoken out about the latest actress to don Selina Kyle's leather catsuit. Anne Hathaway, who portrayed Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises, took to social media to share her thoughts on Zoë Kravitz becoming the newest Catwoman through her role in director Matt Reeves' The Batman.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • El Camino Originally Had A Much Sadder Ending For Jesse Pinkman

    ​Jesse Pinkman's road could have ended a lot differently. ​Breaking Bad​ creator Vince Gilligan, who wrote and directed ​the long-awaited followup ​El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie,​ revealed in a recent interview that he originally had a much different ending in mind for Pinkman (Aaron Paul).

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Waititi Confirms Another Key Endgame Character For Thor 4

    One of Thor's funniest friends will return for the Asgardian hero's next cinematic venture. During a recent interview, director Taika Waititi — who helmed the franchise-reviver Thor: Ragnarok and will also direct Thor: Love and Thunder — confirmed the return of a fan-favorite character.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Sony Adds Popular New Villain To Venom 2

    Venom 2 is gonna be a scream — well, almost. According to a new report by Deadline, Sony Pictures has selected a second villain to feature in the forthcoming Venom sequel, directed by Andy Serkis and starring returning actor Tom Hardy as the man possessed by the titular symbiote.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Real Reason For Hemsworth's Endgame Anger

    The guy who plays the God of Thunder got heated over one particular part of Avengers: Endgame​. During ACE Comic Con in Rosemont, Illinois, Thor actor Chris Hemsworth revealed the moment in Avengers: Endgame that seriously annoyed him.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Real Reason Aaron Paul Returned For El Camino

    ​There may be virtually nobody Jesse Pinkman trusts, but that's not true of the guy who plays him. Aaron Paul, the star of ​El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie,​ revealed that there's one main reason he decided to return to the role of Pinkman: complete trust in ​Breaking Bad​ creator Vince Gilligan.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why Gemini Man Bombed At The Box Office

    Sometimes, too much of a good thing is a bad thing. Such is the case for Gemini Man, director Ang Lee's action thriller featuring not one but two Will Smiths. The film earned a measly $59.5 million worldwide in its opening weekend, but why? Let's discuss why Gemini Man bombed at the box office.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Powerful Real-Life Inspiration Behind Clerks 3

    ​Clerks 3​ is finally on the way — and fans will be getting a much different version than they would have if not for Kevin Smith's near-death experience. In a recent interview,​​ Smith revealed that he decided to retool the project after ​the heart attack that nearly killed him in early 2018.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Aquaman Star To Lead The Matrix 4 Alongside Keanu Reeves

    This Aquaman actor had better get his hands on a shiny leather jacket and/or latex jumpsuit — he's going to need them for The Matrix 4. It appears a new-to-the-franchise face will join Trinity and Neo in their fight against the Matrix, and that face belongs to Aquaman star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Corey Feldman Confirms Goonies 2 Isn't Happening

    Are the Goonies actually saying die? Original Goonies actor Corey Feldman, who portrayed Clark "Mouth" Devereaux in the 1985 adventure-comedy, has stated that The Goonies 2 isn't happening, despite recent rumors (and his own comments) that have suggested the opposite.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Two-Movie Hulk Story That Could Have Been But Never Was

    In a profile with The New York Times, former Bruce Banner actor Edward Norton revealed that he pitched to Marvel not one but two movies centered around the Hulk — films that would be dark, gritty, and evocative of Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins (which spurred sequels in 2008 and 2012).

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The $250 Million Movie Role Matt Damon Turned Down

    While Matt Damon has undoubtedly passed on dozens of movie roles in his career, it seems there's one in particular that's likely had him asking himself the very question his character from Good Will Hunting famously taunted a rival with. Here's the major movie role Damon turned down.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Is Wreck-It Ralph Really Getting Another Movie Soon?

    Is he gonna wreck it... again?​ Lately, the rumor mill has been churning out little rumor nuggets which indicate that we haven't seen the last of Wreck-It Ralph, the star of his own eponymous 2012 feature and its 2018 sequel, ​Ralph Breaks the Internet. Are the rumors true?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What Wesley Snipes' 1990s Black Panther Movie Would Have Been Like

    The man behind the behind the shades in Blade almost brought a very different Marvel hero to the big screen in the '90s -- and he apparently still has quite a vivid memory of what his Black Panther might've looked like. Wesley Snipes recently opened up about his vision for a Black Panther movie.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Why It Took So Long To Make Frozen 2

    Hype for Frozen 2 is undeniably high, but everyone's been wondering why took more than half a decade to make the animated sequel happen. Happily, Frozen and Frozen 2 co-directors Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck have revealed the real reasons for the six-year gap between the first and second films.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Halloween Kills Casts Another Original Franchise Character

    The band is getting back together for ​Halloween Kills​ — and it's getting to be a pretty big band. Nancy Stephens, who appeared in John Carpenter's 1978 original film as Nurse Marion Chambers, has joined the cast of director David Gordon Green's sequel to last year's ​Halloween.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What You Can Expect From Clerks 3

    It's official: Kevin Smith, Jason Mewes, Brian O'Halloran, and Jeff Anderson are getting behind the counter once more for a third Clerks movie. Smith recently took to Facebook to drop the news and to clue fans into what they can expect from the upcoming film.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • All The Songs On The Frozen 2 Soundtrack

    Our excitement for Frozen 2? We'll never let it go — especially now that the sequel's soundtrack song list has been revealed. The Frozen 2 soundtrack is available for pre-order now, and will be released on November 15. Frozen 2 will hit theaters a week later on November 22.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • What's The Song In The Birds Of Prey Trailer?

    The first full-length trailer for Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is finally here, and it features a stirring, emotional musical selection. DC comics fans and music aficionados alike want to know: what the heck is that song in the Birds of Prey trailer?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More

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Movies (41)

  • Most Character-Defining Moments In The MCU

    With a sprawling cast, the MCU has worked hard to give its audience a sense of not only what its characters can do, but who they are apart from their abilities. From the subtle to the spectacular, here are the character-defining moments for these MCU heroes.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • Easter Eggs You Missed In Doctor Sleep

    Not only are there references to The Shining, there's a veritable cornucopia of references to King's Dark Tower series, cameos from familiar faces, and plenty more. No need to use the Shining or ask Tony for help; here are all the Easter eggs you missed in Doctor Sleep.

    By Ziah Grace Read More
  • What The GoT Creators' Star Wars Trilogy Would Have Been About

    David Benioff and D.B. Weiss recently handed in their tickets for a trip to the galaxy far, far, away, but that doesn't mean we'll never know what their vision for the Star Wars universe was. Thanks to Variety, fans can now find out about the Star Wars films that will never become a reality.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Why Edward Norton Was Never The Same After American History X

    After starring in American History X — and having to deal with some unexpected obstacles in the process — Edward Norton was deeply affected by the experience. Here's why the actor was never the same after American History X and how working on the film changed him as an artist and a human being.

    By Jane Harkness Read More
  • Will There Be A Terminator: Dark Fate Sequel?

    If early response is to be believed, Terminator: Dark Fate may have successfully salvaged the beloved franchise all but decimated by a couple decades' worth of substandard sequels. But will the potential success of Dark Fate give way to a sequel? Let's discuss.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Disney's Live-Action Remake Trend Can't Last Forever

    ​If you're enjoying the current crop of live-action remakes of classics from the Disney vault, do so while you can. In a recent interview, Disney co-chairman Alan Horn said that the trend has a definite shelf life — and that the Mouse House is already beginning to step away from it.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Naomi Watts-Led Game Of Thrones Prequel Series Just Got Killed

    The landmark fantasy series Game of Thrones told us on several occasions that "what is dead may never die," but the Drowned God's prayer doesn't apply to HBO's untitled GoT prequel. HBO has plunged a Valerian steel blade into the heart of the show, killing it deader than the Night King himself.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • The Most Important Details In The Grudge Reboot Trailer

    Sony has unveiled the first trailer for the upcoming Grudge reboot, an R-rated refresh of the 2004 horror film of the same name, itself an American remake of the J-horror classic Ju-On: The Grudge. The footage features several references to the films that came before it.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Movies You Didn't Realize Were Secretly Christmas Movies

    If you're all Die Hard-ed out, but you still want something seasonally appropriate to watch around the holidays that isn't a traditional holiday movie, there are a surprising number of other movies where Christmas plays out in the background, sometimes so subtly that you may not have even noticed.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • Things Only Adults Notice In The Haunted Mansion

    The Haunted Mansion is a family comedy that's begging to be picked apart, with an elaborate mythology full of strange implications that child viewers just gloss over while the adults in the room can't stop thinking about them. Here are a few things that only adults notice to keep in mind.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • Brand-New Details Have Emerged About The Hocus Pocus Sequel

    Your '90s Halloween dreams — or nightmares — are about to come true, thanks to the company that believes in wishing on stars and knows a moneymaker when it sees one. Disney is moving forward with a sequel to 1993's Hocus Pocus, set to appear on the upcoming streaming service Disney+.

    By Natasha Lavender Read More
  • Why The CW's Batwoman Looks So Familiar

    In 2018, Kate Kane arrived in the CW’S ever-expanding Arrowverse. But if you thought the actress behind the Bat-mask looked familiar, that's because Ruby Rose has played in multiple TV shows and films, so let’s take a look at her filmography and find out why the CW’s Batwoman looks so familiar.

    By Nick Hemming Read More
  • New Poster For The Grudge Remake Is Absolutely Horrifying

    ​Ready for a serious case of the heebie-jeebies? Sony Pictures has released the first official poster for its upcoming remake/reboot/sequel ​The Grudge,​ and we sincerely hope that you're not about to jump in the shower. The one-sheet references an iconic, creepy scene from the 2004 film.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Paul Rudd Bloopers That Make Us Love Him Even More

    Paul Rudd likes to laugh and keep it light. Given all that, it's no surprise that he generates a lot of bloopers — and to offer hilarious proof, we've taken a deep dive into his best outtakes to bring you some of the funniest moments from behind the scenes of his biggest movies.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • The Office Cast Reunites, Reigniting Talk Of Possible Reboot

    Alright, roll call for the Scranton branch of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company! A few weeks after Steve Carell teamed up with three of his Office co-stars on the Saturday Night Live stage, the cast of the sitcom got back together offscreen for another mini reunion.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Read This Before You See Terminator: Dark Fate

    Going into Terminator: Dark Fate, you might have some questions. We've prepared a crash course, running you through what's coming up, what to expect from Dark Fate, and the work that went into making it. All set? Good. Come with us if you want to live.

    By Tom Meisfjord Read More
  • Read This Before You See Doctor Sleep

    The film version of Doctor Sleep promises to be a movie that honors both Stephen King's novel and Stanley Kubrick's dark vision, and in anticipation of this epic horror story, we've gathered everything you need to know about the film all in one place.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • Why The Rogue One Prequel Series Was Almost Cancelled At Disney+

    Apparently, there was a time not that long ago when the Force wasn't with the Rogue One: A Star Wars Story prequel series. According to Collider's Steven Weintraub and Variety TV reporter Joe Otterson, the Rogue One show was said to have been cancelled at Disney+ just weeks ago.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Joker's Talk Show Scene Could Have Gone Much Differently

    Whether you loved the movie or not, Todd Phillips' Joker is officially having a moment, and people can't seem to stop talking about the unlikeliest of comic book movies. In a recent interview, Phillips and star Joaquin Phoenix discussed an alternate outcome for the film's talk show scene.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • A Guide To The Many Returning Characters In Halloween Kills

    Plenty of characters from the original Halloween are coming back to Haddonfield. If you're wondering who all these new people are and what their history is with the franchise, here's our breakdown of every original character who's returning for Halloween Kills.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • Read This Before You See Frozen 2

    It's been a few years since Frozen blasted onto the screen, so we wouldn't blame you if, regarding some of the finer details of the plot, you've let it go (sorry, we couldn't resist). Fortunately, we've gathered together everything you need to know before heading to the theater for the sequel.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • Dumb Things In E.T. Everyone Ignored

    Like any other film, E.T. definitely has it flaws. Viewing it with adult eyes more than 35 years after its debut reveals that there are a lot of things in it that just don't add up. So stop trying to phone home as we take a look at some of the dumb things in E.T. that audiences usually ignore.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • El Camino's Biggest Unanswered Questions

    Despite El Camino's efforts to provide closure for some of Breaking Bad's few lingering questions, there are still a few loose ends remaining at the end. Here are all the biggest questions that we're still asking after El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of John Belushi

    John Belushi might be the greatest performer Saturday Night Live has ever seen, or ever will. While still an SNL cast member, Belushi broke out as a film star, but before he could fully realize that potential, he tragically died young in 1982, cutting an already brilliant career short.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • The Stephen King Multiverse Explained

    The Stephen King multiverse is so vast and so flexible that even some diehard horror fans haven't fully explored it, but we're going to do our best. Here's a brief explanation of the King multiverse, from its origins to its various realities.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • How Dave Bautista Transformed Into Drax

    Dave Bautista's body has always been his instrument. Just how do the special-effect magicians of Marvel transform a titan of the ring into an extraterrestrial soldier of fortune? The answer involves a lot more dental fakery, time in the sauna, and prosthetic sheeting than you might guess.

    By Juliet Kahn Read More
  • The Real Reason We Don't Hear From Steve Martin Anymore

    Steve Martin's recent absence has left us pining for the good old days when he was a regular fixture on the big screen, and wondering how an international superstar can disappear from cinemas so quickly. Quite easily, as it turns out. Here's what happened -- and why.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Woody Harrelson

    It's easy to blink and miss some of Woody Harrelson's most daring and most hilarious moments, both on and off the screen. Fortunately, we're here to fill in some of the lesser-known details of Harrelson's life and screen legacy. It's time for his entire story to be told.

    By Chris Snellgrove Read More
  • How The Cast Of The It Movies Should Really Look

    Stephen King delves deep into the psyches and lives of even his most marginal characters, which can make adaptations of his stories into a visual medium pretty tricky. His magnum opus, It, has been brought to both TV and the big screen. How do the casts stack up? Float on down and see.

    By Sezin Koehler Read More
  • It Chapter Two Scenes We Never Got To See

    We know there are some deleted scenes from It Chapter Two out there somewhere. Plus, there are numerous key moments from Stephen King's original novel that didn't make the cut. With that in mind, let's examine some intriguing It Chapter Two scenes that we didn't get to see.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • What We'd Want To See In Universal's Dark Universe

    As new Universal Monsters films finally start to march forward again, here are thoughts about the best case scenario for a potential future version of the Dark Universe and how it would look in a perfectly spooky world.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • Small Details You Missed In The Birds Of Prey Trailer

    Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn is being described as a girl gang movie, and now that the first full trailer for the film is out, we know why and how this gang is going to come together. For this, and all the other small details we noticed, read on.

    By Phil Archbold Read More
  • Read This Before You See Us

    From behind the scenes bon mots to how the film might even be connected to Get Out and early prognosticating for its Oscar chances, here's what you need to know before you see acclaimed filmmaker Jordan Peele's 2019 horror outing, Us.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Jordan Peele: The Untold Truth

    Jordan Peele may be a very funny man, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot on his mind. So let's take a look at some of the lesser-known details in the life of Jordan Peele, a guy who almost certainly has a lot more surprises in store for us.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Things We'd Want To See In A Reboot Of The Office

    With a possible Office reboot looming on the horizon, we’re desperately hoping to get a few answers to the loose ends that we were left with during the finale. If it really does get off the ground, here are the top questions we'd like to see answered in a reboot of The Office.

    By Jaron Pak Read More

Netflix (11)

  • The Most Watched TV Shows On Netflix In 2019 So Far

    Ever wonder whether those binge-watching sessions of your favorite Netflix shows have amounted to anything? Well, the streamer has revealed the answer: yes. As part of its third-quarter investor earnings report, Netflix listed 10 of the most watched series from October 2018 to September 2019.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Most Watched Movies On Netflix In 2019 So Far

    In a third-quarter investor earnings report, streaming giant Netflix released a list of the most watched original movies from October 2018 to September 2019 — effectively announcing which of its original movies were the biggest hits of 2019 thus far.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Why Timothée Chalamet Was Drawn To Netflix's The King

    Timothée Chalamet might be indie film royalty, but here's why he's wearing a literal crown in his latest project. During a sit down with EW and director David Michôd, Chalamet explained why he was drawn to Netflix's The King, a loose adaptation of two Shakespeare plays.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Is Black Panther On Netflix?

    As one of the biggest pop culture sensations of 2018, it makes sense that Marvel fans might want to rewatch Black Panther, revisiting their favorite Wakandans and experiencing Ryan Coogler's world over and over again. It also makes sense that they would wonder if the film is on Netflix.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Umbrella Academy Member With The Greatest Amount Of Power

    As fans watched the Umbrella Academy try to make sense of their lives, one of the more hotly debated questions that arose is which Hargreeves sibling has the greatest amount of power. It's a question the Netflix series doesn't officially answer until the season 1 finale.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Is Rick And Morty On Netflix?

    ​There's nothing on television quite like ​Rick and Morty.​ With three seasons completed and a fourth getting ready to drop, fans and newbies alike will be trying to catch up, and the show's audience tends to be a cord-cutting bunch. So: is ​Rick and Morty ​available to stream on Netflix?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Untold Truth About Netflix's Mindhunter

    Mindhunter dives deep into the minds of serial killers. Of course, anyone with a Netflix account knows that much about the show. However, there's a lot of intrigue behind the scenes, although you don't need to be a profiler to learn the gritty, gory details. Here's the untold truth of Mindhunter.

    By Sarah Jane Read More

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Recaps (10)

  • The Ending Of The Netflix Horror Movie Eli Explained

    The film's trailers make it out to be a combination of a haunted house movie and a medical horror story, but if you've watched Eli, you know that it's headed for a very different place, and there are a lot of moving parts involved with getting it there.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • The Entire True Blood Timeline Explained

    Featuring seven seasons and 80 episodes, a whole lot went down for Sookie, her paramours, friends, and enemies in True Blood. But figuring out the entire story can be a bit daunting. So pull up a seat at Merlotte's (or Fangtasia) as we explore and explain the entire True Blood timeline.

    By Sezin Koehler Read More
  • The Ending Of Zombieland: Double Tap Explained

    Ever since the first Zombieland staggered into theaters in 2009, fans have clamored for a sequel. We had to wait a full decade for a follow-up, but from new zombies to every major storyline in this long-awaited sequel, here's everything you need to know about the ending of Zombieland: Double Tap.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Ending Of El Camino Explained

    If you haven't had a chance to watch El Camino on Netflix yet, make a U-turn and queue it up. If you have seen it, carry on as we dissect the ending and figure out what it all meant. Major spoilers ahead!

    By Andrew Handley Read More
  • The Ending Of Gemini Man Explained

    Gemini Man's intriguing premise isn't necessarily new, but it presents a number of chances to look at a familiar story in ways that other movies haven't. And we're here to talk about the many implications of the world Gemini Man builds and what's left for the people left standing.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • Captain Picard's Backstory Explained

    Unfortunately, being introduced to Jean-Luc Picard as such a storied character from the get-go meant that his history was easy to lose in the shuffle. At long last, we're here to face that oversight head on with Captain Picard's backstory explained. Engage!

    By Tyler Pisapia Read More
  • The Entire Futurama Timeline Finally Explained

    Here, now, presented in Hypno-Vision, is the Futurama timeline, served up in one easily digestible serving like so much nutritious Slurm. So hang on as we dive into a loopy story that plays with past, present, and future.

    By Tom Meisfjord Read More
  • The Ending Of Joker Explained

    Joker definitely goes its own way with the depiction of the legendary Clown of Prince of Crime, right up to its explosive and unforgettable climax. Now that everyone's had a chance to see the film, it's time to talk about what it all built to and how it all paid off.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More

Television (39)

  • We Finally Know Who To Blame For GoT's Coffee Cup Blunder

    Game of Thrones left plenty of unanswered questions in its wake when it concluded its eight-season run, but at least one of those mysteries has been solved. Daenerys actress Emilia Clarke has spilled the (coffee) beans over one of Thrones' most public season 8 mistakes: the coffee cup blunder.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Real Reason Jennifer Love Hewitt Left Criminal Minds

    Season 10 of Criminal Minds brought Jennifer Love Hewitt into the ensemble cast as Kate Callahan, a former undercover FBI agent promoted to the Behavioral Analysis Unit for her extraordinary service. But she departed from the show during that season's finale. Here's why Hewitt exited Criminal Minds.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Umbrella Academy Season 2 Is Apparently Coming Soon

    The future may not be especially bright in Netflix's hyper-violent anti-superhero series The Umbrella Academy, but the future of the show itself remains quite rosy indeed. Season 2 of The Umbrella Academy is in the works, and will apparently be here before long.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • You Can Soon Watch Rick And Morty On A Brand-New Streaming Platform

    This is the waaayyy the news goes: Rick and Morty is about to get another streaming home. At WarnerMedia's HBO Max unveiling on Tuesday, October 29, the media company announced that the much-adored adult animated series Rick and Morty will be available to stream on the forthcoming platform HBO Max.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • We May Know When Stranger Things Season 4 Will Premiere On Netflix

    The speculation wheel is already turning for the upcoming installment of everyone's favorite '80s nostalgia-fest-slash-horror-phantasmagoria. TV Line has revealed purported filming dates for Stranger Things season 4, which in turn give us an idea of when the series might return to Netflix.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Ewan McGregor Has Been Lying About Obi-Wan For Years

    Ewan McGregor has gone on the record several times to say he would be delighted to reprise his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi if anything came up, but that he didn't know of anything on the horizon. Turns out that was a lie: McGregor bamboozled the public about the Disney+ Obi-Wan series for many years.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The First Episode Of The Mandalorian Features A Huge Star Wars Spoiler

    The Mandalorian takes place during an unexplored time period in the Star Wars universe, so there's bound to be plenty of revelations mixed into the series. Apparently, fans won't have to wait long to experience one of these declarations: The Mandalorian's first episode contains a Star Wars spoiler.

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