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Action & Adventure Movies (17)

  • The Real Possibility Of A Star Wars Return For Adam Driver

    The Skywalker saga might be over, but will Kylo Ren return to fight another day? Following the release of The Rise of Skywalker, many are wondering whether Adam Driver will return to the Star Wars universe. The actor recently discussed that possibility with French magazine Le Matin.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Star Wars Actors React To The Rise Of Skywalker

    The Rise of Skywalker has only just flown into theaters, but already there's been much to say on the latest trip to the galaxy far, far away. While the reviews for The Rise of Skywalker have been decidedly mixed, the cast of the film has heaped praise on the final result of their trilogy-ender.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • The Character Shift That Has Star Wars Fans Flipping Out

    To exactly no one's surprise, director J.J. Abrams' The Rise of Skywalker is proving to be quite the divisive saga-closer. Fans are already debating about many elements of the film, but it's one of The Rise of Skywalker's lesser twists that has people flipping out.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • This Is The Right Order To Watch Every Star Wars Movie

    It's a debate that's raged among Star Wars fans since time immemorial ... or at least since the prequels came out. What's the right order to watch every Star Wars movie? Well, pour yourself a glass of blue milk and settle in to watch every Star Wars movie in the right order.

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  • Star Wars Fans Are Going Bonkers Over This Rise Of Skywalker Cameo

    Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker may not have given all of the fans everything they wanted, but it did give a certain subset a cameo that they desperately wanted. A sequence during the film's climax featured the voice of Ahsoka Tano, a Force user and fan favorite character from The Clone Wars.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What Happened To The Actor Who Played Young Boba Fett In Star Wars?

    The Star Wars prequel trilogy gave fans of the popular franchise many things — even a look at a young Boba Fett, the notorious bounty hunter from the original trilogy. What happened to the kid who portrayed the most famous bounty hunter in the Star Wars universe when he came back down to Earth?

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Disney CEO Responds To Star Wars Outrage

    When you're at the controls of a giant franchise, you can't please everybody — and this seems to go double for Star Wars fans. Disney CEO Bob Iger took a philosophical approach to fans' dissatisfaction with the sequel trilogy at the Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker premiere.

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  • George Lucas Cut The Biggest Lightsaber Battle In Star Wars

    Think you've seen all the best lightsaber talent in the galaxy far, far away? Well, think again. Nick Gillard, the stunt coordinator for the Star Wars prequel trilogy, recently revealed that George Lucas cut from Revenge of the Sith the biggest and best lightsaber battle in Star Wars history.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Things Only Adults Noticed In Jumanji: The Next Level

    This sequel is packed with action and jokes, with plenty to keep even the child with the shortest attention span happy. There's also plenty of stuff to keep older viewers engaged... and asking questions. Here are some things that only adult moviegoers will enjoy (or spot) in Jumanji: The Next Level.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Star Wars Fans Are Going Bonkers Over This Possible Spoiler

    Another day, another new hotbed of speculation bubbling up before Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker emerges in theaters. The most recent TV spot for The Rise of Skywalker features a certain character holding a mysterious object that many Star Wars fans are considering a spoiler for the film's plot.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Most Powerful Weapons In The Star Wars Universe

    In the Star Wars universe, bigger is better — and in terms of sheer power, these hulking monstrosities can't be beat. A blaster might be a good defense against a stormtrooper, but these superweapons can topple armies and destroy entire planets.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • Read This Before You Go See Jumanji: The Next Level

    If it's been a while since you've seen the first two Jumanji films, or if you've never understood how Jumanji works, we've got you covered. We've gathered together everything you need to know before you see Jumanji: The Next Level, including past events, new characters, and the rules of the game.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • Do The Droids In Star Wars Have Feelings?

    In the Star Wars universe, R2-D2, C-3PO, and BB-8 are considered to be mere machines — yet somehow, they have won the hearts and minds of fans the world over. Logically, the concern we feel for them only makes sense if we acknowledge them as sentient beings — but wouldn't that make them slaves?

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Is Brie Larson Going To Be In Kevin Feige's Star Wars Movie?

    Will Brie Larson follow Kevin Feige from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to a galaxy far, far away? Feige is said to have a "major actor" in mind for a specific role in his Star Wars film, and Larson's fans have taken to Twitter to lay out their evidence that she's the one he has in his sights.

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Animation Movies (2)

Anime Shows (1)

  • The Reason You Almost Never See Kakashi's Face In Naruto

    Being mysterious and aloof are the foremost elements that make Naruto character Kakashi Hakate so compelling, and nothing highlights his mystery more than the omnipresent balaclava obscuring the lower half of his face. But why all the fuss in keeping one man's face a secret?

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Comedy Movies (1)

DC (11)

  • The Untold Truth Of Lex Luthor

    Superman's arch-rival is a calculating genius whose main weakness is his own stubborn pride — but there's more to the story than that, and even if you're a DC diehard, there are probably parts of the story that you've missed. This is the untold truth of Lex Luthor.

    By Rob Clough Read More
  • Easter Eggs In The Flash Only Real Fans Noticed

    Team Flash goes harder (and presumably faster) than anyone else when it comes to digging up obscure references. From the very beginning to the Last Boy On Earth, here's a look at the Easter eggs in The Flash that only the diehard DC fans noticed.

    By Chris Sims Read More
  • Easter Eggs In Supergirl Only Real Fans Noticed

    From rare strains of Kryptonite to the Martian Manhunter's imaginary friend to a Gotham City franchise opening up a new branch, here are the Supergirl Easter eggs that were definitely put there for the diehards.

    By Chris Sims Read More
  • Fans Are Going Bonkers Over The Idea Of Bane In The Batman

    Dave Bautista, you sneaky scoundrel, you. The Guardians of the Galaxy star has got DC fans losing their minds over a photo he posted to his Twitter account which seems to suggest that he may be in talks to star in a film produced by Warner Bros. — DC's parent company.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • We Now Know The One Time Batman Was Supposed To Die

    Still pining for the Zack Snyder Justice League trilogy that never was? We might have the cure for that — or, we may leave you wanting it even more. It all depends upon how dark you like your superhero fare, because Snyder has confirmed that Batman would have died in Justice League 3.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Did The Batman Just Add Another Villain?

    The Batman's rogues' gallery might have just gotten a bit more crowded. Rumor-mongering website We Got This Covered is reporting that, according to its sneaky and ever-anonymous sources, the production is looking to add longtime Bats nemesis Clayface to the mix.

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  • What's The Song In The Wonder Woman 1984 Trailer?

    Sticking with the '80s time setting and amped-up tone of the movie, the trailer for Wonder Woman 1984 is set to a unique tune that likely got stuck in many fans' brains after seeing the footage. So, what's the song in the Wonder Woman 1984 trailer? We've got the answer.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Zack Snyder Shares Amazing Batman Pic From Justice League Cut

    ​Zack Snyder's cut of ​Justice League​ may never see the light of day, but fans' fascination with it isn't going anywhere. The director recently took to his Vero account to share an image of Ben Affleck's Batman from his cut of the movie, and it is — to put it mildly — freakin' sweet.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More

Disney+ (8)

  • Why The Actor Who Plays The Mandalorian Looks So Familiar

    On the season 1 finale of The Mandalorian, our reluctant hero and newest Star Wars icon took enough of a near-death tumble to necessitate removing his omnipresent helmet and finally let us gaze upon his bloody, battered visage. Here's why the actor who plays the Mandalorian looks so familiar.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • How The Mandalorian And The Rise Of Skywalker Are Connected

    If you guessed that the latest episode of The Mandalorian might help set up Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, then congratulations — you were right. The Mandalorian has a small but very clear link to The Rise of Skywalker that helps set up one of the film's biggest twists.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • When Some Disney+ Subscribers Are Planning On Cancelling

    The Force might be with Disney+, but some of its subscriber base may not be for much longer. Quite a few of the streamer's subscribers have taken to Reddit to pose one question to each other: what's the point in keeping the service after the first season of The Mandalorian is over?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Who Was The Person At The End Of The Mandalorian Chapter 5?

    The hit Disney+ series The Mandalorian loves to lob mystery after mystery at us with every episode, and the fifth — titled "The Gunslinger" — was no different. Case in point: Who the heck is the person who discovers Fennec Shand's body at the end of Chapter 5? We can hazard a few guesses.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why Fennec Shand From The Mandalorian Looks So Familiar

    Since the launch of The Mandalorian, the Disney+ series has been steadily introducing Star Wars fans to an exciting corner of the galaxy far, far away — and to plenty of new and quickly beloved characters. Recently, fans met Fennec Shand. Here's the reason why she looks so familiar.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • Why Omera From The Mandalorian Looks So Familiar

    On the fourth chapter of the live-action Star Wars series The Mandalorian, entitled "Sanctuary," the series gave fans another reason to love the series when it introduced a character named Omera. Here's why the actress who plays her looks so familiar.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Avengers: Endgame Looks Drastically Worse On Disney+

    Disney has already faced backlash for the wonky Simpsons aspect ratio upon the launch of Disney+. Now, the Mouse House is facing a new wave of criticism over image quality, and this time it's coming straight from Avengers: Endgame fans who say the film looks drastically worse on the streaming site.

    By Abbey White Read More

Fantasy Movies (1)

Horror & Thriller (3)

  • What The Cast Of Gremlins Looks Like Today

    Gremlins is a memorable gem of 1980s genre filmmaking for a number of reasons — it's funny, it's weird, and it's dripping with nostalgia. But a big part of its appeal was its cast of young stars and veteran character actors. Let's shine a bright light on where they are now.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • The Best 2018 Horror Movies You Haven't Seen

    2018 has already delivered a number of standout horror movies, many of them flying under the radar of most moviegoers — so we've collected our favorites in this list, making it easier than ever to find some gold in this ever-growing content heap.

    By Sarah Szabo Read More
  • Best Horror Movie Endings Of This Century

    A good ending can make or break a horror movie. Fortunately for fright fans, the 21st century has been full of fantastic finales that have sent us scrambling under the covers in fear—and from ghostly apparitions to bloodthirsty vampires, here are the greatest.

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Marvel (3)

  • Ranking The Most Powerful Weapons In The MCU

    The Marvel Cinematic Universe is full of swords, shields, and crazy cosmic garments. But which ones are the most powerful? Well, from enchanted hammers to deadly blades, here are our rankings of the most powerful weapons in the MCU.

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Movie News (74)

  • Lucasfilm Addresses Popular Fan Theory About Anakin

    A long-standing theory about how Emperor Palpatine orchestrated three generations of the Skywalker line has seemingly been put to rest right along with him. Lucasfilm Story Group Creative Executive Matt Martin recently addressed a long-simmering idea about Anakin Skywalker.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • Why The Rise Of Skywalker's Final Shot Is Fueling A Big Rumor

    Disney and Lucasfilm are being accused of some hardcore tomfoolery by the Twitterverse. An in-depth analysis of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker's final shot by one intrepid user has sparked an interesting rumor with serious implications for the character of Kylo Ren/Ben Solo.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Doctor Strange 2 To Feature Surprise New Characters

    The next solo outing for the Master of the Mystic Arts will contain some surprises. Marvel boss Kevin Feige recently shared that Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness will introduce some never-before-seen characters into the MCU — ones that he promises we won't be expecting.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Rise Of Skywalker Visited Mustafar And We All Missed It

    In case you missed it — like most everyone did — The Rise of Skywalker revisited one of the galaxy far, far away's most iconic locations. The opening scene, in which Kylo Ren mounts an assault on a mysterious cult in search of Darth Vader's wayfinder, takes place on the planet Mustafar.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Is Brie Larson Really Lucasfilm's Top Choice For Ahsoka Tano?

    The Star Wars rumor mill never shuts down. We Got This Covered is reporting not only that fan favorite character Ahsoka Tano will feature in an upcoming flick set in the galaxy far, far away, but that Lucasfilm and Disney already have an actor in mind for the part: Captain Marvel's Brie Larson.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • J.J. Abrams Explains Rise Of Skywalker's Big Rey Twist

    With the release of The Rise of Skywalker, J.J. Abrams has finally delivered to both its keen, hawk-eyed obsessives and general audiences the final answer of who and what Rey really is. The writer-director recently opened up to explain the meaning behind the big Rey twist.

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  • This Enormous Rise Of Skywalker Lando Twist Has People Talking

    Two characters in the Skywalker Saga are apparently tied together in an unexpected way. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker — The Visual Dictionary contains a passage which suggests that Lando Calrissian (Billy Dee Williams) and former Stormtrooper Jannah (Naomi Ackie) are father and daughter.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • J.J. Abrams Explains Kylo Ren And Rey's Relationship

    Well, that explains that... sort of. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker writer/director J.J. Abrams was recently captured on video explaining to a group of fans the oddly undefined relationship between Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) and Rey (Daisy Ridley) in the sequel films.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why J.J. Abrams Says Rise Of Skywalker Critics Are Right

    Hated The Rise of Skywalker? J.J. Abrams actually agrees with you — kind of. During a Q&A after a screening of the film at the Academy, Abrams addressed the widespread criticism of his latest film and the final movie in Star Wars' long-running Skywalker saga.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Carrie Fisher's Emotional After-Death Letter Revealed

    It's been three years since the world lost Carrie Fisher, the actress who played Princess Leia (later General Leia Organa) in the Star Wars franchise for nearly 40 years. She left behind an immense legacy — and an after-death letter that her brother, Todd Fisher, recently discovered.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Egregious Error In Cats Everyone Is Laughing About

    Cats, which had drawn fire for its unsettling visual effects long before its release thanks to its insane trailers, is continuing to do so for the fact that it was apparently shipped to theaters with those effects unfinished. One egregious example of this in particular has turned some heads.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Luke's Exact Cause Of Death In The Last Jedi Revealed

    For one to rise, another must fall, and now we know precisely what befell Luke in 2017's Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The recent release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker — The Visual Dictionary reveals Luke Skywalker's precise cause of death.

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  • We Now Know If J.J. Abrams Is Done With Lucasfilm

    One day soon, Star Wars will return to the big screen — but when that day comes, J.J. Abrams will be far, far away. The Force Awakens and Rise of Skywalker director recently told Variety that he believes his time working with Lucasfilm to be well and truly over.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Kevin Smith Reveals His Sneaky Rise Of Skywalker Cameo

    Geek Supreme Kevin Smith is in Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker — not that anyone but him would notice. Following through on a promise he made to Smith, writer/director J.J. Abrams gave the Jay and Silent Bob Reboot filmmaker a small onscreen cameo in the final installment of the Skywalker Saga.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What Was Finn Going To Tell Rey In The Rise Of Skywalker?

    Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker gave fans plenty of answers to long-burning questions, but it didn't end without leaving a few mysteries unsolved one of which involved two of the sequel trilogy's most important characters. Here's what Finn was going to tell Rey in the film.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • This Mandalorian Actor Just Slammed The Rise Of Skywalker

    Don't hurt 'em, Jake. In a jaw-dropping series of Instagram posts, actor Jake Cannavale — who recently guest-starred on The Mandalorian, the Disney+ series set in the Star Wars universe — absolutely excoriated Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the ninth and final film in the Skywalker Saga.

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  • Why One Man Was Punched At A Rise Of Skywalker Screening

    Star Wars fans went to great lengths to ensure that their opening-night screenings of The Rise of Skywalker would be as perfect as possible. Unfortunately for two viewers, the night didn't go as planned, as one man was allegedly punched mid-showing.

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  • The Internet Reacts To The Rise Of Skywalker

    The Rise of Skywalker has barely been out for a day, and already the internet is splitting apart over the film. The latest story set in the galaxy far, far away hit theaters on Thursday, December 19, and response to the final installment of the Skywalker saga is now pouring in across social media.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • The Matrix 4 Will Reportedly Start Something Big

    Since the summer 2019 announcement that Warner Bros. had greenlit The Matrix 4, the speculation train's been a-rollin' over whether a return to Neo's dystopia might go beyond that fourth installment. That chatter may be slowly drifting towards reality — at least according to We Got This Covered.

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  • The Real Reason Kylo Ren Has A New Helmet In Rise Of Skywalker

    With inner change comes outer change, right? In writer-director Rian Johnson's The Last Jedi, the villainous Kylo Ren smashed his helmet to pieces. In J.J. Abrams The Rise of Skywalker, Kylo sports updated headgear made from the old broken one. But why? Actor Adam Driver explains.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Could Emma Stone Really Be Joining The MCU?

    Emma Stone might be getting set to make a Marvel-ous return. Website We Got This Covered is reporting that its sources inform them that Stone is being eyed for the role of Abigail brand, a mutant and agent of the organization known as S.W.O.R.D., in the upcoming Disney+ series WandaVision.

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  • The Rise Of Skywalker Just Made Franchise History

    Disney has taken another small, mouse-sized step toward inclusion. In what can accurately be called a franchise first, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker has become the first film in the venerable series to feature a same-sex kiss.Director J.J. Abrams had previously alluded to the scene.

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  • The Real Reason Adam Driver Walked Out Of This Interview

    Adam Driver will do anything for his roles... but he won't do that. During a recent interview with NPR anchor Terry Gross on her signature show Fresh Air, Driver walked out of his end of the discussion when Gross played a clip from his new film Marriage Story. Here's why he exited the discussion.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • American Horror Story: 1984 Trailer Has A Killer Throwback Vibe

    Get ready for a return to the good old days of masked slashers. American Horror Story: 1984​ has a brand new teaser trailer, and from its grainy look to its soundtrack to the tease of its villain, it's clear that this outing's sensibilities will lie exactly where its title indicates: in the '80s.​

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Hell Fest Trailer Brings A Bloodbath To A Theme Park

    A night out at a creepy theme park takes a turn for the hellish in the first teaser for Hell Fest, ​an upcoming horror movie from CBS Films and Lionsgate. The movie follows a group of friends on Halloween who are forced to fight for their lives after a deranged killer in the park goes on the attack.

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  • Is This The Suicide Squad's Secret Villain?

    James Gunn's The Suicide Squad might feature a Big Bad who is... well, pretty big. Rumor-slinging website We Got This Covered is reporting that their oh-so anonymous sources tell them that the main villain of the upcoming soft reboot will be none other than Vandal Savage, an iconic DC villain.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Fans Spot Huge Ryan Reynolds Gaffe In 6 Underground

    6 Underground may be the Michael Bay-iest of Michael Bay joints, but star Ryan Reynolds just can't seem to quit with the Deadpool-style fourth wall breaking. Eagle-eyed fans of the Netflix original film have noticed Reynolds popping up in a place he definitely wasn't meant to be .

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  • What The Critics Are Saying About The Rise Of Skywalker

    The saga is ending, but will the story live on forever? On December 16, the ninth Star Wars film and the final installment of the Skywalker saga The Rise of Skywalker had its world premiere in Los Angeles. Critics took to social media following the event to share their thoughts about the film.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Kevin Feige Just Confirmed What We Wanted All Along

    Hold onto your hats, true believers. Just in case you were entertaining the notion that the end of Marvel Studios' Infinity Saga meant the end of massive team-up films like Avengers: Endgame, the King Geek himself — Marvel boss Kevin Feige — has helpfully chimed in to set you straight.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why Jumanji: The Next Level Blew Everyone Away At The Box Office

    The Jumanji franchise has indeed leveled up. Arriving at the end of a tough year for franchise pictures not produced by Marvel Studios, Sony's Jumanji: The Next Level cleaned house over the weekend to the tune of $212 million dollars at the global box office, unseating Frozen 2.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Ryan Reynolds Comments On The Irishman

    During a press junket for his newest film 6 Underground, the always irreverent Reynolds responded to recent comments by the venerated director about how people should watch his latest effort, The Irishman.

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  • The Real Reason Batgirl Won't Be In Birds Of Prey

    DC Comics' Birds of Prey are set to swoop into theaters in February, and fans continue to be baffled that they'll be doing so without one of their most formidable allies, Barbara Gordon (a.k.a. Batgirl). Thankfully, producers Sue Kroll and Brian Unkeless are ready to address the issue.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • Cats Producers Finally Break Silence About Backlash Over Their Film

    Oh, the horror. We're not sure what commentary is appropriate for a slow-motion train wreck, but two of the producers of the upcoming film adaptation of the venerable Broadway play Cats have finally surfaced to comment on the massive backlash to the trailer's nightmarish visual aesthetic.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Good News Just Dropped For A Possible Kill Bill Vol. 3

    Do Quentin Tarantino and his muse, Uma Thurman, have more in store for the Bride? QT recently sat down with TV and internet personality Andy Cohen on the latter's Sirius XM show Radio Andy, and he had some very interesting things to say about the prospect of one day giving us Kill Bill Vol. 3.

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  • Rumored Rise Of Skywalker Leak Believed To Reveal Snoke's True Origin

    Did the Star Wars sequel trilogy give us one Big Bad for the price of two? With the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker imminent, the rumor mill is working overtime — and the latest nugget has to do with Supreme Leader Snoke, Emperor Palpatine, and the relationship between them.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Trump Releases Confusing New Video That Turns Him Into Thanos

    President Trump has fashioned himself as one of the decade's biggest villains in a confusing new campaign clip. The video — released by a Twitter account @TrumpWarRoom — superimposes Trump's grinning face onto footage of Thanos in Avengers: Endgame during one of the villain's final scenes.

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  • Mindhunter Star Officially Joins The Matrix 4

    One of the stars of Mindhunter is officially choosing the red pill. Jonathan Groff, who stars as Agent Holden Ford on the Netflix series that chronicles the origins of criminal profiling at the FBI, has signed onto the upcoming fourth Matrix film.

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  • The Real Reason Colin Trevorrow Left The Rise Of Skywalker

    It turns out that big-budget, blockbuster filmmaking is a bit of an inexact science. In a recent interview with io9, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker producer Michelle Rejwan discussed the circumstances which led to Colin Trevorrow's exit.

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  • Leaked Godzilla Vs. Kong Footage Is Very Revealing

    It's a clash of the kings. Attendees at CCXP in São Paulo, Brazil, were treated to a very brief clip from the upcoming monster mash-up Godzilla vs. Kong. In it, the two titans are facing off, apparently on the edge of a peninsula — and it's Kong who throws the first punch.

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  • The Outrage Over Ghostbusters: Afterlife Just Got Real

    The trailer for Ghostbusters: Afterlife has finally dropped, and some fans on the internet aren't happy. Apparently, the spot's serious tone and mostly youthful cast — which includes Finn Wolfhard — has some observers convinced that the new flick will be a rip-off of Stranger Things.

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  • The Incredible Role Leia Would Have Played In The Rise Of Skywalker

    Oh, what wonders we might've witnessed in Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker​. In a recent interview​ with Yahoo! Entertainment, Carrie Fisher's brother Todd revealed that the death of his sister forced the final installment in the Skywalker Saga to undergo a seismic narrative shift.

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  • The Last Jedi Scene That Shocked J.J. Abrams

    Now that J.J. Abrams is back in the Star Wars director's chair, he has some thoughts about Episode VIII. In a recent interview, Abrams revealed the scene in Rian Johnson's The Last Jedi that shocked him the most.

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  • Small Details You Missed In The Ghostbusters: Afterlife Trailer

    The trailer for Ghostbusters: Afterlife is finally here. It features callbacks galore, but plenty of these are so brief and/or subtle that they're easy to miss. Fortunately, we have a deep knowledge of Ghostbusters and an overflowing well of enthusiasm to bring to the task of pointing them out.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Small Details You Missed In The Free Guy Trailer

    The world needed a hero, but they got a Guy. On Saturday, December 7, 20th Century Fox unleashed the first trailer for Free Guy — the upcoming adventure-comedy starring Ryan Reynolds as a character living inside a video game. Here are the small details you may have missed in the Free Guy trailer.

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  • TWD Star Reportedly Being Eyed To Play The MCU's Namor

    ​Could a fan-favorite star of ​The Walking Dead​ be getting called up to the big leagues of the Marvel Cinematic Universe Rumor-slinging website ​We Got This Covered​ is reporting that their sources have learned that Steven Yeun is being considered to take on the role of Namor in the MCU.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Wonder Woman 1984 Promo Art Reveals Gal Gadot's Helmet

    The 2019 Comic-Con Experience, also known as CCXP, is currently underway in São Paulo, Brazil. One intrepid Redditor has posted an image of a shirt on sale at the event which reveals a sweet new accessory Diana will be sporting in Wonder Woman 1984: a helmet with a distinctly eagle-inspired design.

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  • The Drunk Phone Call That Helped Spider-Man Swing Back Into The MCU

    Tom Holland, who portrays the Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently revealed to Jimmy Kimmel that a fateful phone call in which he helped convince Sony Pictures and Marvel parent company Disney to come back to the bargaining table happened to occur when he was a wee bit tipsy.

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  • Far From Home Had A Secret Cameo That No One Picked Up On

    ​That Quentin Beck is one tricky, tricky dude. A sharp-eyed fan has noticed that the duplicitous Beck, portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal, makes an appearance early on in ​Spider-Man: Far From Home​ wearing duds that could most accurately be described as "Dad-like." The cameo was teased by the actor.

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  • Planet Of The Apes Director Comments On The New Movie

    ​The director of the next ​Planet of the Apes​ movie wants you to know that it'll be special... but that's apparently ​all​ he wants you to know. Wes Ball, who Disney has tapped to helm the next movie in the venerable franchise, took to Twitter with a mission statement of sorts for fans.

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  • Reported First Description Of Pattinson's Batsuit Teases Awesomeness

    ​Has Battinson been outfitted? Website ​We Got This Covered​​ is reporting that its sources have gotten a peek at the duds Robert Pattinson will wear in the upcoming ​The Batman​ — and if their report is accurate, it'll be a version of the Batsuit quite unlike any we've seen onscreen before.

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  • Good News Just Dropped For Planet Of The Apes Fans

    Get ready for a return to a familiar Planet. Wes Ball, the director behind the Maze Runner series of films, has been tapped to spearhead a new Planet of the Apes picture for Disney. It's the first legacy Fox title to have a film put into production since the acquisition of Fox Studios by Disney.

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  • Cats' Visuals Got Updated After Audience Backlash

    Jellicles can and Jellicles do a number of wild things, but they also sometimes need a bit of a tune-up to put a spring back in their step. Following the release of the second Cats trailer, which debuted in November 2019, director Tom Hooper has revealed that the film's visuals have been updated.

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  • Small Details You Missed In The Black Widow Trailer

    The first trailer for Black Widow, the solo vehicle for the heroic Avenger, is finally here, and it is pretty spectacular. There's plenty to unpack in the spot, but with all of the insane action, there are a few details that you may have missed. Fortunately, we're pretty good at spotting those.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Petition For Danny DeVito To Play Wolverine Is Gaining Steam

    ​Several thousand Marvel fans have a pretty interesting idea about who should be next in line to play Wolverine. With the adamantium-infused mutant's entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe imminent, a petition​ suggesting Danny DeVito for the role has gone sailing past 50,000 signatures.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Deleted Infinity War Scene Brings Hulk And Black Widow Back Together

    Disney recently released a limited edition Blu-ray set of the entire Infinity Saga, which includes a whole bunch of extra content, like deleted scenes from the 23 films that comprise the first three phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. One scene in particular reunites Hulk and Black Widow.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More

Movies (73)

  • Jackass 4 Release Date, Cast And Trailer

    In late 2019, it was announced that Jackass 4, a new feature-length provocation from Johnny Knoxville and friends, would soon be making its way to theaters. Here's everything we know so far about Jackass 4 — a film which promises to be one of the greatest works of art ever produced.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Worst Movies Of The Decade

    The 2010s produced some flat-out terrible movies. From misguided adaptations and unnecessary sequels to failed superhero efforts and awful original ideas, here are the absolute worst films the decade had to offer.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The Most Brilliant Easter Eggs Of The Last Decade

    From secret songs to gunshot sonatas, some of the decade's strongest cinematic offerings are packed full of small details you might have missed the first time around. As we leave the 2010s behind, it's a perfect time to cue up your favorites and see what you might be able to find.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Character Interactions We Want To See In The MCU's Phase 4

    With Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, the last remnants of the walls dividing the separate regions of the MCU were finally obliterated once and for all. Now, Phase Four of the MCU is just around the corner, and we've got a wish list of the mash-ups we're most hoping to see.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • This Is Why You Recognize Those Eyes In Rise Of Skywalker

    There was no shortage of well-know faces coming and going in J.J. Abrams' saga-closing Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. But amid all these appearances, there was one famous face that you probably didn't know you were looking at — because you saw only the character's striking eyes.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • How George Lucas' Star Wars Episode 9 Would Have Looked

    In an alternate universe, Star Wars fans were divided by a totally different movie. George Lucas had his own plans for the sequel trilogy before selling Lucasfilm to Disney in 2012, and his conclusion to the Skywalker Saga would have borne little resemblance to The Rise of Skywalker.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Meaning Behind Chewbacca's Medal In Rise Of Skywalker

    While Princess Leia presented both Luke Skywalker and Han Solo with Medals of Bravery for destroying the Death Star in the Battle of Yavin, Solo's trusted companion and co-pilot Chewbacca never received one. The Rise of Skywalker finally saw him get his medal — but what does the accolade mean?

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Mistakes That Are Hard To Ignore In The It Movies

    While the It movies are absolutely frightening, they’re also filled with a number of mistakes that are hard to ignore. So what exactly did the filmmakers get wrong? Well, put on your yellow slicker and avoid the deadlights as we look at the mistakes in the It movies.

    By Sezin Koehler Read More
  • The Cutest Creatures In The Rise Of Skywalker

    Although not every new alien and droid introduced in Rise of Skywalker is cuddly (some are even downright monstrous), there's no shortage of creatures in the action-packed sequel that we'd want to snuggle -- or, in the case of the skittish droid D-O, squee over from a respectful distance.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • The Best Star Wars Moments Of The Last Decade

    Star Wars stands huge in popular culture, and while opinions always differ, the 2010s have given us moments that made fans cheer or cry in theater seats or living rooms. Here's our assessment of the best Star Wars moments of this last decade.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • Why Cats Bombed At The Box Office

    Pour one out for Cats as it fades away to the Heavyside Layer. The box office verdict has rolled in for director Tom Hooper's second movie-musical foray, and it's not exactly the cat's meow. Here's why Cats bombed at the box office.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Things Only Adults Noticed In The Rise Of Skywalker

    The Rise of Skywalker is filled with plot twists and references that only older fans will get — as well as some disturbing ideas that only mature viewers will notice. Children will enjoy the Skywalker Saga's finale just fine, but will they pick up on these spoiler-filled plot points? We think not.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • The Most Unbelievable Anime Moments Of The Last Decade

    Anime reached stratospheric highs in the 2010s, so let's take a moment to reflect on the best scenes of the past ten years. Join us as we explore the most jaw-dropping, eye-popping, utterly unbelievable moments of anime of the last decade.

    By Juliet Kahn Read More
  • Is Tenet A Secret Sequel To Inception?

    The first full-length trailer for Christopher Nolan's next feature Tenet is finally here, and boy, does it ever raise more questions than it answers. We're ready to start the discussion around Tenet right now, with a simple but provocative question: is this film a sequel to Inception?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Red Guardian

    Red Guardian is the Russian version of Captain America, and this Soviet agent has always been a morally complicated character. So let's take a deep dive into the world of Russian superheroes by talking about the untold truth of Red Guardian.

    By Elle Collins Read More
  • Biggest Unanswered Questions In The Rise Of Skywalker

    Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker is the last chapter in the Skywalker Saga, the blockbuster bow wrapping up loose ends in a franchise that has spanned 42 years. And it does resolve a lot of longstanding questions. But it also raises just as many questions as it answers.

    By Matt Wilson Read More
  • 5 Best And 5 Worst Things In The Rise Of Skywalker

    Ultimately, Episode IX is equal parts good and bad, leading to a movie that's both confusing and polarizing. There's a lot to like in the film, but it also has many, many flaws. Want to know more? Then keep reading to find out the five best and five worst things about The Rise of Skywalker.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • Movie Characters Who Deserved More Significant Deaths

    The worst sort of movie deaths are the ones that treat important characters like bit players, and oh, how frustratingly common are those particularly disappointing endings. Here are some of the most egregious cases of characters who deserved more significant deaths and how their movies failed them.

    By Juliet Kahn Read More
  • The Funniest Bloopers Of The Past Decade

    Actors are only human, and they mess up just like the rest of us. And the 2010s produced a bounty of hilarious gag reels, and we've rounded up the very best of them for you. Let's take a look back at the funniest movie bloopers of the past decade.

    By Phil Archbold Read More
  • The Most Uncomfortable Movie Scenes Of The Past Decade

    Whether they be horror, comedy, or drama, these are scenes which have drilled into ghastly visions of social, emotional, and physical unrest and made viewers want to clamp a hand over their eyes or a clenched fist into their mouth. These are the most uncomfortable movie scenes since 2010.

    By Amy Roberts Read More
  • Everything We Know About The New Scream Movie So Far

    In a surprise announcement to startle even the most hardened scary movie fans, it turns out a fifth Scream movie is indeed in the works. Will it be a reboot? A direct sequel to Scream 4? Connected to the television show? Something else entirely?

    By Sezin Koehler Read More
  • Epic Double Plot Twists Explained

    These are the movies that swerve multiple times, that keep you guessing right up until the very end. And now, we're breaking down these double plot twists so you can focus on the clues that lead to not one but two shocking surprises.

    By Jordan Baranowski Read More
  • What The Cast Of The Warriors Looks Like Today

    All who donned the colors of the Warriors, the Gramercy Riffs, the Orphans, or any of the myriad of themed gangs were connected to something special and remain connected to this day, as fans still commemorate the fateful night The Warriors escaped to the safety of Coney Island.

    By Chris Rohling Read More
  • Movies You Didn't Know Were Spinoffs

    It's extremely commonplace in TV to take a popular character from a series and build a new one around them. Sometimes it happens in movies, too, as with The Scorpion King or Minions. Here are some other movies that you may have forgotten about that are spinoffs of other, more famous films.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • The Confusing Han Solo And Greedo Timeline Explained

    Let us ask you something: are you a fan of Star Wars? Sure you are, everybody is. Now, let us ask you something else: who shot first, Han Solo or Greedo? We here at Looper now humbly present "Han vs. Greedo (Or, an Exhaustive Explanation of One of the Weirdest Pop Culture Controversies Ever)."

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Biggest Plot Twists Of 2019

    It's been a big year for twist endings. So far we've seen heroes turn into villains, villains turn into allies, secret societies at work, life-altering decisions, and even one movie that turned out to partially take place in a video game. These are the biggest plot twists of 2019 so far.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • Hollywood Movies You Had No Idea Were Inspired By Anime

    Some filmmakers have been accused of generously lifting elements from anime in the past. Others are much more upfront about their influences. We're taking a look at some major Hollywood films that drew inspiration in plot or visuals from anime in some ways that might surprise you.

    By Jordan Baranowski Read More
  • Why Frozen 2 Blew Everyone Away At The Box Office

    What is it about the royal sisters of Arendelle and their quirky yet beloved adoptive family that brought moviegoers flocking back for more so many years later? Let's break it down with this look at why Frozen 2 blew everyone away at the box office.

    By Jaron Pak Read More
  • The Highest-Paid Movie Actor Of The Last Decade Revealed

    Someone must take the crown for the biggest single-film payday of this booming cinematic decade, and it can only come from one of the many major franchise films released in the past 10 years. The highest-paid movie actor of the last decade has been revealed, but the answer may come as a surprise.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • All The Best Stuff Coming To Netflix In January 2020

    "New year, new me." It's a phrase most everyone says as they approach the end of one year and the beginning of another. Turns out, it's also a phrase that the folks at Netflix were uttering as they perfected their line-up of movie and television offerings for January 2020.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • How Poe Dameron Is Connected To The Original Star Wars Trilogy

    Poe Dameron's connection to the Resistance runs even deeper than we thought. The new novel Star Wars: Resistance Reborn has revealed that Poe, in fact, has a connection to a character who has been fighting on the side of the good guys since the days of the Galactic Empire and the Rebellion.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Jack Black's Career May Be Coming To An End

    It might be almost time for us to say so long to one of the funniest dudes in Hollywood. In a recent conversation with Balance, Jack Black indicated that he just might have one flick left in him after Jumanji: The Next Level — but after that, he'll probably be ready to call it a career.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Best Christmas Movies Of The Last Decade

    The 2010s were absolutely packed with Christmas films, but which ones were the best of the best? From a fresh take on a beloved holiday story to several new variations on the Santa Claus myth, these are the best Christmas movies of the last decade.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • Anime Superpowers Ranked Worst To Best

    How helpful are anime powers in everyday life? Which ones could come in handy in the real world? Teleportation and flying seem great, but there are plenty more interesting and more appealing superpowers to be found. From the gross to the great, here are anime superpowers ranked from worst to best.

    By Ziah Grace Read More
  • Whatever Happened To The Pigeon Lady From Home Alone 2

    The beloved Christmas movie Home Alone 2: Lost in New York features a subplot in which Kevin McCallister befriends a homeless woman living in Central Park. He refers to the mysterious stranger simply as "Pigeon Lady." Ever wonder what happened to the woman who played her? We've got the scoop.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Mark Hamill

    It's worth taking a closer look at the man who's constantly conflated with his best-known role and see how he's continually broken the mold. This is the untold truth of Mark Hamill.

    By Morgana Santilli Read More
  • The Best Movie Villains Of The Last Decade

    During the 2010s, the decade's best films were populated with some of its most creative villains, from music teachers to Jedi defectors. A hero can't exist without a solid villain, and luckily for the heroes of the 2010s, the villains that debuted during this decade were more than up to the task.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • This Is The Key Inspiration For Star Wars Episode 9

    What are the themes that make Star Wars resonate so deeply with its legions of fans? Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker screenwriter Chris Terrio has a few ideas. Chief among them: redemption, a theme that we can probably expect to come into play in the new movie.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Daniel Brühl, Charles Dance Join Kingsman Prequel

    The early history of the Kingsman will be filled with some familiar faces. Daniel Brühl (Captain America: Civil War) and Charles Dance (Game of Thrones) are confirmed to be taking part in the forthcoming prequel to the action-packed spy thriller series. Rhys Ifans is also in talks to join the cast.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Game Of Thrones Prequel Series Details Revealed

    Following the heartbreaking news that HBO is no longer moving forward with four of the five planned Game of Thrones spin-off series, we have a bit of brightness to share: details from the prequel project that emerged unscathed from the network's recent hack-and-slashing.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Absolute Worst Challenges On Jackass

    Many of the stunts on Jackass were truly revolting, life-threatening, or both. And all of them us wince or gag. So prepare yourself as we look at the absolute worst challenges on Jackass.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Here's Who Played Darth Vader Without His Helmet

    ​The original ​Star Wars​ trilogy captured the imagination of audiences like no movies before it ever had, thanks in part to the presence of its iconic villain, Darth Vader. The man under the mask, seen at the end of Return of the Jedi, certainly looked the part of the Sith lord — but who was he?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What The Critics Are Saying About The Child's Play Remake

    ​Reviews are coming in for the reboot of venerable horror series ​Child's Play​ — and fans have reason to be cautiously optimistic. The flick is earning mixed-to-positive reviews, with many critics citing a wickedly humorous tone and a humdinger of a third act among its strengths.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Most Underrated Superhero Movies Of The Last 15 Years

    From movies that deserve a second chance to films that were so underrated that you might not have even heard of them, we've rounded up a selection of superhero films from the past 15 years that don't receive much acclaim, but may be worth a (re)watch.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • Every MCU Hulk Fight Ranked Worst To Best

    Not all Hulk battles are equal. While some are thrilling, some do a disservice to the strongest Avenger. But almost all give us plenty of smashing. From one-on-one gladiator matches to the big guy facing a whole horde of baddies, here's our picks for all the Hulk's MCU fights from worst to best.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • Movies You Won't Believe Are Already A Decade Old

    For some people, a movie might be required viewing, but to others, they weren’t even old enough to see the film in theaters. Whether you can believe it or not, whether you can stand to know it or not, these movies are a decade old. Keep reading, and feel the pain.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • What's The Song In The Free Guy Trailer?

    The trailer for Shawn Levy's action/comedy Free Guy, starring the irrepressible Ryan Reynolds, is finally here. The spot makes very clever use of a catchy, bouncy tune that you have a little bit of trouble putting your finger on, even if it seems like you've heard it a million times before.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Fan Campaign For Battle Angel Sequel Is Taking Off

    ​Fans of ​Alita: Battle Angel​ are following the advice of one of the flick's producers — they're getting loud. The movie has a fervent fan base despite not being a roaring box office success, and those fans have taken to Twitter with a simple message for Disney: make us a sequel, please.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Best And Worst Oscar-Winners Of The 2010s

    In the 2010s, the Oscars gave us all sorts of wild decisions, from absolute disasters to genuinely feel-good moments. From underdogs taking their rightful prize to industry giants crushing worthier competition, here are the best and worst Oscar decisions of the last decade.

    By Ziah Grace Read More
  • NYFCC Names The Irishman As Best Film Of 2019

    ​America's greatest living director isn't done being great. Martin Scorsese's ​The Irishman​ was selected as the best film of the year by the New York Film Critics' Circle. It's the second year in a row that a Netflix picture has taken home the honor; Alfonso Cuarón's ​Roma​ was last year's pick.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Fans Are Slamming Marvel After That Black Widow Trailer

    ​Marvel Studios has done it again... stoked the ire of some fans on the internet, that is. While reactions to the first trailer for ​Black Widow​ were largely positive, a certain subset of fans took issue with what they perceived as the fat-shaming of the Red Guardian, portrayed by David Harbour.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Best Anime Of The Past Decade

    The 2010s produced anime like never before. Tales of love, magic, and betrayal flooded the airwaves on all manner of devices, reaching all manner of people. Here's to the best anime of the decade, and to another ten years of ice skating, ping pong, and magical girl deconstruction.

    By Juliet Kahn Read More
  • Battle Angel Producer Reveals How Fans Can Make Sequel Happen

    ​Fans of ​Alita: Battle Angel​ want a sequel — and one of the flick's producers wants them to keep on asking for one. Jon Landau, who worked on the movie, has gone public with words of encouragement for fans who have racked up over 120,000 signatures on a petition asking for a continuation.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Things Only Adults Notice In Frozen 2

    Like its predecessor, the long-awaited Frozen sequel is ostensibly a movie for children, but lots of grown-ups are watching it -- and if anything, Frozen 2 doubles down on bits that seem aimed squarely at the adults. Here's a look at some of the most memorable.

    By Johnny Brayson Read More
  • The Best Female-Led Action Movies Of The Last Decade

    Women are equally capable of strapping on a gun, a sword, a bow and arrow, and even a lightsaber in defense of their own lives and the people they love — and the movies have started to recognize this. Buckle up as we explore the best female-led action movies of the past decade.

    By Sezin Koehler Read More

Netflix (13)

  • Why Ciri From The Witcher Looks So Familiar

    Freya Allan's role as Princess Ciri on Netflix's The Witcher is undoubtedly the breakout moment of her career. At only 18, Allan's only just getting started, but she already had some good luck even before landing this major gig. Here's where you may have seen her before.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Most Watched Netflix Movie Of 2019 Is Not What You Think

    Netflix has revealed its top movie of 2019... and it's probably not the one you think. In a year in which the streamer fielded original films from Martin Scorsese and Michael Bay, its most popular movie was Murder Mystery, starring Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Real Reason The Witcher's Horse Is Named Roach

    Within the world of The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia's relationship to his steed is quite well-known. But why exactly has the gruff and imposing monster-slayer given his best (and at times only) friend the name Roach? Here are the reasons.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • How Henry Cavill Transformed His Body For The Witcher

    He may have already looked god-like in all of his DC appearances, but Henry Cavill had to find a whole new level to play the lead in Netflix's The Witcher. If you haven't seen it yet, he's absolutely ripped. Here's how he got into the best shape of his life to play Geralt of Rivia.

    By Phil Archbold Read More
  • Why Yennefer From The Witcher Looks So Familiar

    Viewers have found a lot to like about the Netflix original series The Witcher — including the performance of Anya Chalotra, a relative newcomer whom you might nevertheless find to be a bit familiar. If you can't quite put your finger on where you've seen her before, well, we're here to help.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • What The Monsters Of The Witcher Should Really Look Like

    The creatures in The Witcher might've come from myths and legends, but they don't look exactly like their traditional counterparts. They don't act quite like them either. These are the stories that inspired The Witcher's most fearsome beasts.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • The Truth About The Creator Of The Umbrella Academy

    Netflix's The Umbrella Academy put its cast into an ultra-bright spotlight, and behind the scenes, the person who co-created the Umbrella Academy comic series upon which the show is based found himself in the limelight as well. His name? Gerard Way.

    By Natasha Lavender Read More
  • The Movies You Have To Watch Before They Leave Netflix In January 2020

    As our calendars approach 2020, it's out with the old and in with the new. Netflix is taking this same approach by getting rid of a number of movies to make room for what's coming to the site at the start of the year. Here are the films you'll want to watch before they leave Netflix in January 2020.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Dark Crystal: Age Of Resistance: Netflix Series Gets Trailer, Poster

    ​Get ready for a return to the world of Thra. The first trailer for ​Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance​, the Netflix prequel series based on the 1982 dark fantasy classic from Jim Henson and Frank Oz, was posted to Netflix's YouTube channel​ today. Along with the teaser came a gorgeous new poster.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Netflix Gives Perfect Response To Viewers Hating On The Irishman

    ​Martin Scorsese's Netflix original film ​The Irishman​ is getting dragged quite a bit online — so the official Twitter account Netflix Film decided to do a little dragging back. The account jumped in to respond to a tweet humorously lamenting the user's only available option for viewing.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More

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  • Star Trek: Picard Trailer, Cast, Story And Release Date

    Most Star Trek fans can agree that there are few characters in the greater Trek-verse quite as revered (or as engaging) as The Next Generation's Captain Jean-Luc Picard. Now, we've finally gotten some concrete news on Patrick Stewart's long-awaited return to the stars in Star Trek: Picard.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More

Recaps (18)

  • The Ending Of The Mandalorian Chapter 8 Explained

    The great big galaxy has opened up to pour over Mando, and he doesn't even know it. The finale of The Mandalorian's inaugural season proved to be a massive Pandora's Box of lore, paving the way for all the future conflict to define Mando's return in the second season.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Confusing Moments In Rise Of Skywalker Explained

    While The Rise of Skywalker answered quite a few of the saga's lingering questions, it also presented a few of its own. We can't promise you'll understand every part of Rise of Skywalker after delving into our explanations, but we hope we can help you feel at least a little less confused.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • The Entire Emperor Palpatine Story Explained

    The Emperor has long loomed over the Star Wars saga. Sometimes, he’s manipulated events from the shadows. Other times, he’s stepped onto the screen and shocked audiences with his crazy powers. From his days as an apprentice to his appearance in Episode IX, here’s the entire Emperor Palpatine story.

    By Elle Collins Read More
  • Emperor Palpatine's Plan In The Rise Of Skywalker Explained

    We knew Palpatine would be back for months before The Rise of Skywalker ever hit theaters, but we didn't know how or why. Now that the film is finally out, we have the answers to some of our questions, but it takes a little bit of consideration to assemble that knowledge into a clear picture.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • The Ending Of Alias Finally Explained

    By the time Alias hit the end of its run, its mythology had spiraled out into an unwieldy beast that couldn't be fully contained by even the most ambitious 43-minute series finale. Fortunately, if you've never quite been able to figure out the ending of Alias, we're here to help.

    By Lauren Thoman Read More
  • The Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker Ending Explained

    With the ninth installment in the Skywalker Saga having wrapped up and our heroes having walked into the twin sunsets, there's only one more thing for us to do — try and wrap our heads around everything that went down in the ending.

    By Brian P. Rubin Read More
  • The Ending Of The Mandalorian Chapter 7 Explained

    We knew Mando's scrappy little plan was going to go poorly, but we didn't expect it to be quite this much of a disaster. On chapter 7 of The Mandalorian — released ahead of schedule on Wednesday, December 18 — Mando's troubles stack with all the pressure of compound interest.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Happy Death Day 2U's Ending Explained

    While this follow-up may be a little headier than the movie that came before it, there's no reason to be caught out of the loop. Let's break down the ending of Happy Death Day 2U.

    By Sarah Szabo Read More
  • Velvet Buzzsaw's Ending Explained

    Some of the movie's themes are pretty obvious, but much like the curse at the center of the story, the devil is in the details. If you're having trouble figuring it out, worry no more. Sit back, enjoy a drink, and for your own sake, don't touch anything as we break down the end of Velvet Buzzsaw.

    By Sarah Szabo Read More
  • The Ending Of Watchmen Season One Explained

    Secrets were revealed, questions were answered, plans were unfurled, and by the time the dust settled, even secret identities seemed to be changing hands. Now we're here to unpack it all. This is the ending of Watchmen season one, explained.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • The Ending Of 6 Underground Explained

    By the end of 6 Underground, almost all of the characters have gone through complete arcs, the themes have been clearly stated and explored, and the pipe has been laid for the inevitable sequel. You were probably just too busy watching things blow up to notice.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • The Ending Of The Mandalorian Chapter 6 Explained

    Style, form, and backstabbing wholesomeness make for the best action buffet yet in The Mandalorian chapter 6. As Mando reteams with a dangerous gang of mercenaries from his past, we learn even more about his emotional journey than meets the eye.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Ending Of Apostle Explained

    A delight for fans of horror folk tales and period thrillers alike, Apostle is packed with little details and implications that you'll be chewing on long after the credits have rolled. Now that we've experienced all this Netflix hit has to offer, we're breaking down its thrilling finale.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • The Wonder Woman 1984 Trailer Explained

    Slip on those Gauntlets of Submission and get ready to tussle — the Wonder Woman 1984 trailer is here. There's tons of action in the footage, but the heart of it is love, wants, and wishes. Let's take a look at what this feast of a trailer gave us after so many months of so much build-up.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Ending Of The Mandalorian Chapter 5 Explained

    After chapter 4's heavy focus on Mando and his personal motivations, The Mandalorian chapter 5 is more interested in stepping back perspective to be less about him and more about the greater circumstances of the world in which he lives. Here's the full breakdown of the episode's twisty ending.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The No Time To Die Trailer Explained

    The beginning of the end of an era has arrived. On Wednesday, December 4, Universal Pictures released the first trailer for No Time to Die, which will be Daniel Craig's final foray as the immortal British super-spy James Bond. We've got a full breakdown of who and what was shown.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Entire C-3PO And R2-D2 Story Finally Explained

    If you're looking for the true lead characters of Star Wars, the only real answer is C-3PO and R2-D2. Together they're one of fiction's greatest duos, and the real POV characters of the franchise. So with that in mind, let's take a look at the saga from their point of view.

    By Elle Collins Read More
  • The Ending Of Titans Season 2 Explained

    Between the demonic possessions, the psychic possessions, the star-crossed politics, the brainwashing, the drug abuse relapses, and all of the drama between the team's members, Titans can get a little complex. So if you're confused, keep reading for the ending of Titans season 2 explained.

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Sitcoms (2)

  • Did The Big Bang Theory Ending Affect Young Sheldon?

    When it was announced that The Big Bang Theory would be ending, fans were concerned the conclusion would mean a swift end to the spin-off series Young Sheldon. While the conclusion of one show didn't mean the axing of another, did The Big Bang Theory ending affect Young Sheldon in any way?

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • The One Scene The Office Cast Almost Couldn't Film

    The Office is remembered as one of the laugh-out-loud funniest, endlessly quotable, binge-worthy sitcoms in recent history. But between all the goofs, the show packed an emotional punch. One such moment was so emotional, in fact, it was quite difficult to shoot.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More

Television (51)

  • The Best TV Shows Of The Last Decade

    From Philadelphia bar owners to Pawnee government officials, from New York ad men to Russian spies, TV has only kept getting better over the past decade. It's hard to narrow down the best offerings, but we stand by these as the best television shows of the 2010s.

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