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Action & Adventure Movies (5)

  • Why Keira Knightley Fell Asleep While Filming Star Wars

    Once upon a time in a galaxy far, far away, episode one of Star Wars couldn't hold a young star's attention. In an interview with TotalFilm magazine (as reported by its sister site GamesRadar), Keira Knightley admitted that she fell asleep on the set of The Phantom Menace.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • All The No Time To Die Rumors And Spoilers Leaked So Far

    If you're looking for information on No Time to Die, you've come to the right place. Leading up to the film's release, this article will be updated with all the rumors, spoilers, and leaks. Grab your martini and load your Walther PPK; here's everything we know so far about the upcoming Bond film.

    By Jordan Baranowski Read More
  • Who The Fast And Furious 9 Cast Want To Join The Franchise

    Fast and Furious 9 will hit theaters in May 2020, but that doesn't mean we can't have fun planning ahead for the next (and final) entry in the franchise. MTV International was able to wrangle the flick's stars to ask them what their dream actor pickup would be for the last (possibly two-part) film.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More

Animation Movies (1)

  • What The Critics Are Saying About The Live-Action Mulan

    Just how good is Disney's live-action Mulan? It's no longer as mysterious as the dark side of the Moon — the picture is a hit with critics. Reviewers took to social media to slather praise all over Mulan after its premiere Monday evening, applauding virtually every aspect of the production.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More

Anime Shows (1)

  • The Untold Truth Of The Akatsuki From Naruto

    The shadowy Akatsuki organization antagonizes Naruto and his friends for most of the series. But these bad guys aren't all they might appear to be. From the meaning of their name to the stories of their founders, the truth about the Akatsuki remains largely untold -- until now.

    By Alex G. Read More

Cartoon Shows (3)

  • The Untold Truth Of Tom And Jerry

    The world of animations just wouldn’t be the same without Tom and Jerry. And today, we're taking a look at some little-known details about their long, wild history. From their award-winning achievements to their strange feature film, here's the untold truth of Tom and Jerry.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • The Most Powerful Gems In Steven Universe

    Steven Universe features a whole host of characters with crazy superpowers, but who’s the strongest Gem of the bunch? From heroes with psychic abilities to villains with magic weapons, here are the most powerful Gems in Steven Universe.

    By Claire Mulkerin Read More
  • The Science That Rick And Morty Actually Gets Right

    It turns out Rick Sanchez may actually be the smartest man in the universe. Rick's entire career as a scientist has been an ethically unbound journey to the planet amorality — so which of Rick's horrifying inventions, exactly, utilize actual science? The world must know.

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Comics (1)

DC (9)

  • Who Will Lead The Avengers Next?

    Avengers: Endgame marked the end of a decade-long era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe with deaths, shifted allegiances, and a wider universe for its characters to deal with. Using both the movies and comics as a guide, let's look at who might be qualified to lead the next generation of Avengers.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Potential Bad News Is Coming For The Batman

    Batman may have to hold his Bat-horses. Rumor-mongering website We Got This Covered is reporting that Warner Bros. and DC Films, which have paused production on the upcoming The Batman, are seriously considering pushing the flick back from its planned release date of June 25, 2021.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Things Fans Want To See In The Batman

    The release of The Batman marks the thirteenth time that the Dark Knight has hit the big screen for a feature-length adventure, and fans definitely have high hopes for the Caped Crusader’s next outing. And here are a few things those fans really want to see in The Batman.

    By Chris Sims Read More
  • Coronavirus Just Shut Down The Batman

    The Batman has met his newest nemesis: coronavirus. According to reports by The Hollywood Reporter, Warner Bros. has shut down all production on Matt Reeves' highly anticipated The Batman due to the ongoing and extraordinarily serious threat of COVID-19.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • The New Hero Who Might Take Harley Quinn's DCEU Spot

    It may be time for Harley Quinn to have a seat. We Got This Covered is reporting that Warner Bros. and DC Films, stung from the box office underperformance of Birds of Prey, are ready to sideline the character, and would like a different anti-hero to step in as the face of the DCEU: Black Adam.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • A Glimpse At What Depp Might Look Like As Joker In The Batman

    Recently, rumors have swirled that Johnny Depp could finally be playing the Joker — in director Matt Reeves' The Batman. One fan has decided he's not content to wait for Warner Bros. and Depp to get their acts together and actually sign on the dotted line to make that happen.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Where Else You've Seen The Cast Of Black Lightning

    With its grounding in the real world and emphasis on family, Black Lightning impresses even the most jaded superhero fans. But if you're thinking some of its actors look familiar, you're onto something. Here are all the TV shows, movies, and albums you recognize the cast of Black Lightning from.

    By Jane Harkness Read More
  • Daniel Radcliffe Reveals His Real Chances Of A 'Potter' Return

    There are some actors who, no matter how many roles they take on, will always be remembered for one character they played, and Daniel Radcliffe will always be Harry Potter. But is he planning a comeback as the Boy Who Lived in any of the upcoming projects from the extended Harry Potter Universe?

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Depp Is Apparently Being Eyed For This Huge Role In The Batman

    The DC rumor mill has cranked out a real doozy. According to the rumor mongers at We Got This Covered, Warner Bros. and DC Films have eyes on a big name to portray the next version of the Joker, who will face off against Robert Pattinson's Batman: Johnny Depp.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More

Disney+ (2)

  • The Disney+ Tron Series You Never Got To See

    Since Bob Iger abdicated the Disney CEO throne in preparation for retirement, he's been helping Disney+ get through its first full year of new programming, which means a lot of reorganization. The latest news is that a Disney+ Tron series that was in pre-production was recently cancelled.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More

Documentaries (1)

Exclusives (2)

  • The Untold Truth Of Netflix

    The Netflix story is big and fascinating, full of heroes, dreams, influence, world-changing ideas, and fortunes gained and lost. It would all make for a great Netflix limited series. Until then, here are some little-known facts about what really goes on behind that familiar red logo.

    By Karl Smallwood Read More
  • Jason Mewes Lists The 3 Best And 3 Worst DC Characters - Exclusive

    When it comes to DC Comics characters, everyone has their favorites, their worsts and firsts — but what about lifelong comics fan (and comic actor) Jason Mewes? We had the chance to ask Mewes about his favorite and least favorite DC characters while he was promoting his film Madness in the Method.

    By Sarah Szabo Read More

History Movies (5)

  • The Ending Of Parasite Explained

    Bong Joon Ho's comic thriller about a poor Korean family's infiltration of their rich employers' lives is an unforgettable film. Its dark humor and thrilling twists will be analyzed by fans and scholars for years to come -- especially its shocking ending. This is the ending of Parasite, explained.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • The Biggest Plot Holes In The Fast & Furious Franchise

    When one crafts a story that spans decades and even jumps around in time, there will always be a few plot holes that could bring the audience's enjoyment to a screeching halt. However, when it comes to the Fast and Furious movies, they seem to thrive off those reality-busting moments.

    By Tyler Pisapia Read More
  • Why The Iron Spider Scene Was Cut From Far From Home

    Trailers for Spider-Man: Far From Home seemed to indicate fans would be getting to see the Iron Spider suit in the film again. When Marvel fans turned up to see Far From Home on the big screen, though, there was no Iron Spider in sight. What happened?

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More

Horror & Thriller (1)

  • Horror Movies That Will Blow Everyone Away In 2020

    Horror cinema is booming right now, and the scares don't seem to be slowing down at all in 2020. The next decade of cinema scares will kick off in a big way, with everything from long-awaited sequels to daring reboots to new takes on some classic ghost stories.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More

Interviews (1)

Marvel (6)

  • The Biggest Mistakes Thor Has Made In The MCU

    Thor is a hero, a god, and a stalwart Avenger. But he's also stubborn, obstinate, and impulsive -- flaws that have wreaked havoc on the MCU more than once before. From his foolish trust in Loki to his failure to go for the head, these are Thor's greatest mistakes.

    By Jaron Pak Read More
  • Why Does The Red Guardian Have A Shield Just Like Captain America?

    The final trailer for Black Widow, has dropped — and it has us more convinced than ever that David Harbour's Alexei Shostakov, AKA the Red Guardian, will be one of the coolest characters introduced into the mega-franchise in some time. But why does he have a shield just like Captain America's?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why Doesn't Black Widow Have A Russian Accent In The MCU?

    Natasha Romanoff, AKA Black Widow, has always been a bit of an enigma. The trailers for her solo flick have shown us a lot, but they've also raised a few questions. One in particular centers around the fact that if Nat is Russian born and Russian trained, then why doesn't she have a Russian accent?

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • The Reason Black Widow Should Be Worried About Taskmaster

    The final trailer for Marvel Studios' Black Widow, the first film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Phase 4, is here — and it gives us our best looks yet at Taskmaster, the Marvel villain whom Natasha Romanoff and her "family" will be dealing with. Here's why that's going to be a big problem.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Superhero Sidekicks We Want To See On The Big Screen

    Sidekicks have been a staple of superhero media for decades, and it’s time for some of them to finally show up in theaters. From Wonder Woman’s assistant to multiple versions of the Boy Wonder, here are some superhero sidekicks we want to see on the big screen.

    By Michileen Martin Read More

Movie News (42)

  • The Real Reason Patty Jenkins Didn't Direct Thor 2

    Director Patty Jenkins was initially set to make her superhero debut with one of the MCU's most powerful heroes, the Mighty Thor. If you're wondering why Jenkins ultimately didn't helm that movie, she recently offered a refreshingly frank answer to that question in a Vanity Fair interview.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • The Outrage Over The Mandalorian In The U.K. Is Growing Rapidly

    Disney+ isn't pleasing its subscribers across the pond. Even though The Mandalorian, is now available for subscribers across the world, there's a bit of a problem; Disney+ is still, for whatever reason, spacing episodes out on a weekly basis in the U.K., rather than dropping the entire series.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Wonder Woman 1984 Delayed Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

    The Marvel Cinematic Universe isn't the only superhero universe feeling the heat from the current global pandemic. The list of projects delayed or otherwise affected by the spread of COVID-19 seems to grow every day, and DC's Wonder Woman 1984 has just joined it.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • New Justice League: Mortal Photo Offers Incredible Look At Wonder Woman

    Before seeing Gal Gadot's fourth outing as Diana Prince in Wonder Woman 1984, we're getting a tease of how the character would have looked in George Miller's scrapped Justice League: Mortal. Filmmaker Ryan Unicomb shared snaps of the Justice League: Mortal cast, including Megan Gale as Wonder Woman.

    By Robert Balkovich Read More
  • Tom Holland Is Scaring Everyone With His Latest Health Update

    After surviving a contractual tug-of-war between Sony and Disney and dodging dubious rumors that an old Spider-Man alum might be returning to reclaim his spandex, Tom Holland is now reportedly self-isolating with a potential case of COVID-19, the respiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • Sony Has A Gift For Everyone In Coronavirus Self-Quarantine

    Vin Diesel fans just got a little self-quarantine relief from Sony's Columbia Pictures in the form of a nanomachine augmented super-soldier beamed directly into your isolation room. Sony has decided to release Bloodshot early to streaming and video on demand services.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • Spider-Man 3 Fan Edit Makes Light Of Coronavirus Self-Isolation

    Just about everyone's in search of a little levity right now amid the coronavirus outbreak, so it's perhaps no surprise that an enterprising Spider-Man loyal took it upon himself to create a fake promotional image for Spider-Man 3 that pokes fun at our current state of self-isolation.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • Seth Rogen Live-Tweets While Watching Cats Stoned

    According to Seth Rogen, the best way to watch Cats is all hopped up on human catnip. The actor recently partook in a bit of recreational marijuana usage and thought it an excellent idea to watch one of the worst movies of 2019. And then he decided to live-tweet the experience.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • Black Widow Delayed Due To Coronavirus

    Sorry, Nat — your wait for the spotlight just got a little longer. Disney and Marvel Studios have announced that Black Widow, the long-awaited solo vehicle for the O.G. Avenger, has been delayed due to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Matrix 4 Is The Latest Film Affected By The Coronavirus

    Hold your horses, Neo. In just the latest instance of a major Hollywood production pressing pause due to the worldwide COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, the as-yet untitled Matrix 4 postponed its planned shoot in Berlin just as it was gearing up to begin.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • World War Z Author Calls Coronavirus Pandemic A "Wakeup Call"

    World War Z author Max Brooks is a kind of resident scholar when it comes to the fictional spread of disease. In a recent Reddit AMA, Brooks offered his take on how the current, real-life coronavirus crisis compares to the zombie outbreak portrayed in his famous work.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • Disney Is Making The Coronavirus Shut-In A Little Easier

    As COVID-19 continues to spread, governments are recommending citizens self-isolate and practice "social distancing." Self-isolation sounds in equal parts an unsettling and unstimulating proposition — Disney is well aware of this, and has taken a step to make the coronavirus shut-in a bit easier.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • The Coronavirus Just Impacted Shang-Chi In A Big Way

    Marvel Studios' Shang-Chi is the latest film to suffer coronavirus-related consequences. Destin Daniel Cretton, the director of the upcoming superhero flick Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, has chosen to enter self-isolation as COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • This Is The Role Karl Urban Would Love To Play Again

    Karl Urban has shown a knack for claiming important supporting roles in some of the more critically adored sci-fi fantasy franchises to come out of Hollywood. Of all the roles Urban has claimed over the years, there's one he'd most love to play again on the big screen.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More
  • The New Mutants Delayed For Fourth Time, Now Due To Coronavirus

    The New Mutants simply cannot catch a break. The oft-delayed final chapter in the Fox-produced X-Men franchise has had its release date pushed back for the fourth time, this time due to concerns over the rapidly spreading COVID-19 coronavirus. Disney made the announcement Thursday afternoon.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Disney Delays Live-Action Mulan Due To Coronavirus

    It'll be a while longer before the live-action Mulan brings honor to us all. Per Variety, Disney has announced that it is delaying the theatrical launch of its upcoming live-action remake of Mulan due to concerns over the global coronavirus pandemic.

    By AJ Caulfield Read More
  • A Quiet Place 2 Delayed Over Coronavirus Fears

    One of Hollywood's dystopian dramas has been affected by a real-life pandemic. A Quiet Place Part II, the long-awaited sequel to director John Krasinski's hugely successful horror debut, has been delayed due to growing concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak sweeping the globe.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Tough News Could Be Dropping For Black Widow

    Since MGM announced that No Time to Die had been delayed to November due to concerns vis-à-vis the coronavirus outbreak, film exhibitors have grown nervous about when and where the other shoe will drop. The current conversation regarding potential release date delays concerns Black Widow.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Bad News Just Came Down For Disney's Onward

    It looks like the magic of Pixar's fantasy adventure Onward failed to conjure up a major box office debut. Its $40 million domestic debut fell $5 million short of its pre-release tracking, and $10 million shy of its higher-end $50 million estimations, which could add up to a loss for Pixar.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • Guardians Of The Galaxy Actor Drops A Bombshell About Thor 4

    Ever since the ending of Avengers: Endgame, fans have been wondering what's going to happen between Thor and the Guardians of the Galaxy. Well, wonder no more, folks. Guardians actor Vin Diesel has just dropped some major news about the fourth Thor film, Thor: Love and Thunder.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Vin Diesel Just Made An Important Promise About Fast And Furious 9

    Vin Diesel wants Fast and Furious fans to know that the next chapter of Universal's record-setting racing franchise still plans to cross the box office finish line in May. In a recent interview, the actor told fans to pump the brakes over worries that F9's May 22 release date will be pushed back.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • Jim Carrey Apparently Returning As The Mask In Space Jam 2

    That ever-churning rumor mill has cranked out a little nugget that may not make sense at first blush: that rubber-faced maniac Jim Carrey will return to one of his most beloved roles for the upcoming Space Jam 2. We speak of none other than Stanley Ipkiss, AKA The Mask.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • This Huge Actor Is Reportedly In Talks To Return As Spider-Man

    Move over Tom Holland — the rumor mill is already casting your forebear, Andrew Garfield, in the spidery role you thought you had locked down. According to reporting from gossip site We Got This Covered, Sony may be interested in bringing Garfield back for a potential live-action Spider-Verse movie.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • We Finally Know What Kylo Ren Said To Rey In Rise Of Skywalker

    Another mystery of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker has been solved. Near the film's end, right after the triumph of Rey over Emperor Palpatine, she and Kylo Ren appeared to exchange words before the latter vanished into the Force, although no dialogue was audible. Indeed, as it turns out, they did

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Paranormal Activity 7 Brings Back Big Name To Franchise

    Blumhouse has tapped a Paranormal Activity veteran to pull fans out of the ghost dimension for another round of shaky-camera scares. Producer Jason Blum has revealed one of the creatives slated to craft the latest tale of demonic haunting and possession.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • The Real Reason No Time To Die Was Just Delayed For 8 Months

    Have a seat, Mr. Bond. The producers of No Time to Die, which will mark star Daniel Craig's final outing as James Bond, have announced via Twitter that the film's release has been pushed back nearly 8 months to November 25, 2020, due to the potential threat posed by the COVID-19 coronavirus.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Rise Of Skywalker Is Owning The Box Office In This One Area

    Disney's domination at the domestic and international box office over the last several years has done more than shift the kinds of films Hollywood studios are producing. According to a recent box office analysis, some Mouse House properties are upending expectations about audience behavior.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • What Bonnie Wright Has Been Doing Since Harry Potter Ended

    In the Harry Potter films, the task of playing the vital character of Ginny Weasley fell to young British actress Bonnie Wright, who joined the series at the age of ten. Here's what she's been up to since she left Hogwarts and the wizarding world behind.

    By Nina Starner Read More
  • Rise Of Skywalker Novelization Confirms Palpatine Was A Clone

    None of the big reveals in The Rise of Skywalker actually answered how the evil Emperor had managed to return to the land of the living in the first place. Fortunately, there's finally an explanation that's been released for public consumption that can lay the myriad questions to rest.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Upcoming Adam Sandler Movies You Need To Know About

    After earning raves for his dramatic turn in Uncut Gems, one might think Adam Sandler apt to dive back into indie underworld and break bad in another harrowing, critically-acclaimed drama. That's not really Sandler's M.O., though.

    By Patrick Phillips Read More

Movies (103)

  • Jesse Eisenberg's New Movie Is Creeping Everyone Out

    The internet is having a seriously tough time getting its collective head around Vivarium. The sci-fi thriller, which stars Jesse Eisenberg and Imogen Poots as a young couple who perhaps should have waited to buy a house, is blowing minds across the land with its chillingly claustrophobic vibe.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Best Disney Movies You Can't Watch On Disney+

    For all its movies, documentaries, shorts, and series, Disney+ does not include the entire catalog of Disney entertainment. And it's not just box office bombs and general clunkers that are missing -- there are genuine masterpieces mysteriously absent from the Disney+ library.

    By Juliet Kahn Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Contagion

    Steven Soderbergh's 2011 tale of a global pandemic is a riveting and realistic look at widespread illness. But there's a lot about Contagion you might not know. From its virus-busting consultants to its accurate predictions, this is the untold truth of Contagion.

    By Sezin Koehler Read More
  • Netflix's Newest Horror Movie Is Freaking Everyone Out

    Oh, Netflix... don't ever change. Social media is flipping out over the Spanish sci-fi/horror flick The Platform, which secured its stateside release through the venerable streamer. The flick is being called a perfect parable for our troubled times, not to mention a taut, merciless thriller.

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • Why Christian Bale Has No Movies Coming Out For 2020

    As one of the preeminent actors of our age, Christian Bale doesn't pump out movies at the most rapid pace — but since 2004, he has managed one to two roles per year. That all changes in 2020, however — Bale has no films releasing at all. Let's look into the reasons for his absence.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • How The Eternals Could Introduce The X-Men Into The MCU

    Now that the previous X-Men movie series is stalled and Marvel once again has some control over the rights to use the X-Men in film, it's inevitable that our favorite mutants will eventually be folded into the MCU. Some see a golden opportunity to do just that in the upcoming film The Eternals.

    By Robert Balkovich Read More
  • The Box Office Just Hit Zero For The First Time In 26 Years

    The coronavirus pandemic's impact on the movie industry in just a few short weeks is unprecedented, a reality that the U.S. box office's latest numbers — or lack thereof — make all too clear. Comscore has announced that it would be suspending weekly box office reporting for the time being.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • Hollywood Blockbusters That Bombed In China

    Succeeding in America alone is not enough -- modern movies need to make a splash in China, the world's second-biggest movie market, as well. What films have failed to appeal to the Chinese audience? Not the ones you might be expecting. These are Hollywood hits that bombed in China.

    By Hunter Cates Read More
  • Here's How You Can Watch Onward At Home

    Those still wanting to catch Pixar's latest animated adventure Onward have had their wish granted. Disney has gifted everyone stuck in self-quarantine with an early release of Onward through video-on-demand, allowing families and Pixar lovers young and old to catch the movie at home. Here's how.

    By Abbey White Read More
  • Has Marvel Found An MCU Role For Keanu Reeves?

    We've waited, we've hoped, we've begged to an apparently deaf god to let Keanu Reeves appear in the MCU. Yet again, chatter is gathering that Reeves is this close to signing on to a Marvel project, but the character chosen is a unique one this time, untied to any specific project.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Best MCU Movies According To Rotten Tomatoes

    Based off everybody's favorite review aggregator, which MCU superhero is the most super? Which entry in this sprawling cinematic universe stands above the rest? Well, Marvel fans, assemble, because today we're looking at the best MCU movies according to Rotten Tomatoes.

    By Jesse Clark Read More
  • All Avengers 5 Rumors And Spoilers Leaked So Far

    The dust has barely settled (no pun intended) on Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, but fans of the popular superhero franchise have been clamoring for more from the bosses at Marvel Studios. We don't yet know what Avengers 5 could look like, but that won't keep us from speculating.

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • Why Brad Pitt Has No Movies Coming Out In 2020

    After winning Best Supporting Actor for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Brad Pitt's public-facing profession as an actor should seem ripe for taking on auteur leading-man roles. That doesn't seem to be the case, however. Pitt has no acting credits lined up for 2020 — here's why.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • Has Marvel Already Chosen Nick Fury's Replacement?

    A new rumor suggests that Marvel Cinematic Universe mainstay and Avengers founder Nick Fury and the actor who plays him, Samuel L. Jackson, are prepping their MCU exit, with one of Fury's extra-terrestrial colleagues being eyed as the superspy's replacement.

    By Christopher Gates Read More
  • Movies That Were Saved By China At The Box Office

    The US has been the world's number-one movie market for decades, but China is poised to take that title in the next few years. The Chinese box office is so huge, in fact, that it has saved a wide variety of movies from total failure. There are the movies that were saved by China at the box office.

    By Hunter Cates Read More
  • The Real Reason Bloodshot Bombed At The Box Office

    Even Vin Diesel can't win 'em all. His starring vehicle Bloodshot, based on the Valiant Comics property of the same name, recently landed in theaters with a dull thud. The Sony/Columbia Pictures effort never claimed the top spot at the box office over its short run; why did it flop so badly?

    By Mike Floorwalker Read More
  • The Most Underrated Movies Of 2020 So Far

    Plenty of factors go into whether or not a movie makes money. Whether they didn't put butts in seats because of marketing fails, timing, or because they went too hard against the grain, here are the most underrated movies of 2020 so far.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • The Real Reason They Don't Make Westerns Anymore

    Even though Westerns used to be super popular, stories of showdowns at high noon and masked horsemen robbing steam locomotives hardly ever find their way into theaters these days. Let's take a look at the real reasons why studios aren't making Westerns anymore.

    By Michileen Martin Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Corona Zombies

    That was quick. With most of the movie industry reeling from the existential economic threat posed by the coronavirus, one enterprising indie studio has found a rare opportunity in this challenging environment: Full Moon Features, who are producing a horror flick called Corona Zombies.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • Things Only Adults Notice In Honey, I Shrunk The Kids

    Everyone can see that the adventure in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids is wild, sometimes scary, and absolutely wonderful. But there are some things tucked away in the movie that are for grown-ups only. Here are the things that only adults notice in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.

    By Sezin Koehler Read More
  • Great Movies We Can't Believe Are Turning 40 In 2020

    The year 1980 brought us some of the best movies ever made, from smash-hit blockbusters to influential horror films. These movies still feel so fresh today, which makes it kind of shocking to realize they’ll all turn 40 years old in 2020.

    By Nick Hilden Read More
  • Movies That Already Bombed In 2020

    The crowded theatrical release calendar of 2020 was bound to produce box office disappointments. Some are massive, star-packed tentpole films that audiences weren't interested in. Others are smaller films with bad word-of-mouth. However they got here, these are the biggest flops of 2020 so far.

    By Matthew Jackson Read More
  • How Kumail Nanjiani's Eternals Character Is Different From The Comics

    As Eternals continues production, Marvel isn't permitting a whole lot of advance peeks at the ambitious project — but the little tidbits we've gotten here and there have been intriguing. For example: Kumail Nanjiani's Kingo Sunen, whose characterization will be a major departure from the comics.

    By Meg Bucholtz Read More
  • The Best Netflix Hacks You Didn't Know Existed

    These days, it seems like everyone has Netflix. But is everyone fully utilizing the service? Are they getting their money's worth, devouring the films and shows they like in the most efficient manner? Here are some Netflix tricks, hacks, and add-ons to enhance the streaming experience.

    By Brian Boone Read More
  • Why Dwayne Johnson Is Getting Even More Ripped

    At the beginning of 2020, Dwayne Johnson announced that he was hitting the gym to turn his already-muscle-bound body into an even greater spectacle of brute strength. Though he's always in amazing shape, Johnson is getting ready for something big: his role as the titular anti-hero in Black Adam.

    By Robert Balkovich Read More
  • The Best Martial Arts Movies On Netflix Right Now

    Whether you're looking for a single movie to get you through an evening or you're planning an ultimate martial arts marathon, Netflix has plenty of action ready to stream right now that you're bound to enjoy. Sharpen those kung fu skills; here's what you should be watching.

    By Jordan Baranowski Read More
  • Why Marvel's Spider-Man 3 Will Blow Us All Away

    Spider-Man will be swinging his way back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the not-too-distant future. Current Spidey Tom Holland shared his thoughts on what currently exists of the script for the superhero's upcoming third solo film, describing the story as "absolutely insane."

    By Lea van der Merwe Read More
  • How The Coronavirus Is Going To Affect The Movie Industry

    The response to COVID-19, the novel coronavirus strain that originated in Wuhan, China, is already affecting just about every aspect of daily life. And as our entertainment habits change to accommodate the growing pandemic, the movie industry is going to have to adapt in a few important ways.

    By Zach Lisabeth Read More
  • The Best Anime Movies You Can Watch On Netflix Right Now

    Streaming services that appeal to a larger variety of viewers than just anime fans have begun to add anime to their rotation, acknowledging that the medium is becoming more ubiquitous in our society. On Netflix right now, there are anime films that run the gamut from old classics to modern hits.

    By Morgana Santilli Read More
  • Does Bloodshot Have A Post-Credits Scene?

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  • Easter Eggs You Missed In Bloodshot

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  • Why Leonardo DiCaprio Has No Movies Coming Out In 2020

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  • How Long Is Bloodshot?

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  • The Truth About Jojo Rabbit's Most Important Prop - Exclusive

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  • Why Now Was The Perfect Time For A New Bad Boys Movie - Exclusive

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  • Why Tom From Sonic The Hedgehog Looks So Familiar

    Along with Sonic himself, the beating heart of Paramount Pictures' Sonic the Hedgehog is undoubtedly James Marsden, who plays Tom Wachowski, the sheriff of the small California town of Green Hills and Sonic's closest friend and ally. Here's why he looks so familiar.

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  • The Real Truth About The New Mutants' Reshoots

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  • The Real Reason Venom Wasn't Rated R

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  • What The Stars Of Monty Python Are Doing 50 Years Later

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  • Things Only Adults Notice In Onward

    Pixar has spent years making films that are enjoyable to kids and adults alike. From Toy Story to Coco, the studio has become a favorite of moviegoers of all ages. Onward is no exception to the rule, building a magical kid-friendly adventure in between some pretty adult topics and jokes.

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  • Westerns You Need To See Before You Die

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  • Jedi And Sith Masters Ranked Worst To Best

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  • Does Onward Have A Post-Credits Scene?

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  • The New Netflix Horror Series Too Scary To Finish

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  • The End Of The Ring Explained

    Decades after its debut, The Ring's terrifying ending still manages to shock. Its complexity is its triumph -- but for a first-time viewer, it's a bit confusing. This is the ending of The Ring explained, from its brutal reveals to its lingering implications.

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  • The Ending Of Contagion Explained

    As people around the world go into self-isolation due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, there has been an understandable surge in interest in pandemic movies. But few seem to be capturing the public's attention right now quite as much as Steven Soderbergh's 2011 ensemble thriller Contagion.

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    The internet likes green butts, and it cannot lie. Currently, Twitter is losing its collective mind over a meme all about... the buttocks of a Spider-Man villain. Yes, you read that correctly — the hottest internet joke of the minute is the unofficially named Green Goblin Spider-Man booty meme.

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    Every time a Doctor steps into his iconic blue police box — or a new regeneration of the Time Lord steps out of it — the opportunity arises for kinks in the timeline of a beloved show that generations of fans have obsessed over for decades.

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  • Naruto Uzumaki's Entire Backstory Explained

    For folks who don't have time to binge nearly 800 episodes to get a full picture of who Naruto is, we've put together a little primer on all the important info that sets up the story of the Nine-Tailed Fox protector and master of the Sexy Jutsu.

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  • The Ending Of Westworld Season 3 Episode 1 Explained

    Westworld is back, and boy, does it look different. The first episode of the third season of HBO's sci-fi thriller takes place almost entirely in the real world, not a theme park, but its ending still managed to drop a few bombshells. Confused by Westworld's big twists? Here's what you should know.

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  • The Ending Of The Outsider Season One Explained

    How can the same person be in two places at once? This is the fundamental question that first drives HBO's The Outsider, an adaptation of Stephen King's novel of the same name — and things only get stranger, and darker, from there. This is the ending of The Outsider's first season explained.

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  • The Ending Of Bloodshot Explained

    Who was Ray before he became Bloodshot? How did he die in the first place? Are Ray and KT just friends or something more, and what's this all building to, anyway? Bloodshot's ending leaves all kinds of questions dangling. Well, we've got the answers — some of them, anyway.

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  • The Entire Planet Of The Apes Timeline Explained

    The Planet of the Apes series is as fresh as ever. But with so many installments, how is one meant to keep track of the story? We've got you covered. Here's a crash course in The Planet of the Apes timeline since the stellar 2011 reboot.

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  • The Steven Universe Timeline Explained

    Steven Universe is a dizzying feat of storytelling. At once a coming-of-age tale, an intergalactic fantasy, a family drama, and a genuinely hilarious all-ages delight, it makes balancing all those plates look positively easy.

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    Food Wars' hero might be a small-town boy more familiar with diner fare than haute cuisine, but that's not going to stop him from becoming the greatest chef the world has ever seen. From his most disgusting dishes to the legacy he's inherited from his father, this is Soma Yukihira's backstory.

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  • The Entire Story Of Watchmen In The Comics Explained

    By examining a crew of washed-up ex-masked vigilantes in the 1980s, Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' Watchmen changed superheroes forever. We've detangled Watchmen's knotty timeline to help you understand one of the best books of all time -- with or without pictures.

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  • Geralt Of Rivia's Entire Backstory Explained

    In a world that hates and fears him, this powerful mutant goes from town to town helping those he can and doing his best to muddle through moral quandaries. No, he isn't a student at Professor Xavier's school for gifted youngsters, he's Geralt of Rivia, monster hunter for hire.

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    NCIS changed everyone's picture of forensic scientists for good when they introduced goth with a heart of gold Abby Sciuto (Pauley Perrette) in the series premiere in 2003. Most of the ink we saw on Abby is real; in fact, they may have helped her land the role.

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  • Wonder Woman's Golden Armor Explained

    The trailer for Wonder Woman 1984 made quite a splash by revealing a slick new outfit for Diana: a magical-looking set of golden armor, complete with removable wings. Where does it come from, what does it mean, and most importantly, what does it suggest for Diana's return to the silver screen?

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    As "The One," a figure of destined power within The Matrix's computer-generated reality, Neo frees the world from techno-slavery. But that doesn't mean he hasn't made some giant mistakes along the way. From the tiniest missteps to the world-ending choices, these are Neo's biggest mistakes.

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    Audiences are about to re-enter the Matrix, 18 years after the machine war and the apparent deaths of leading characters Neo and Trinity. One Reddit user has not one, but two convincing theories about how a world where anything is possible brings its famous leads back.

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    Much like those who adore the hit sitcom Friends, fans of The Big Bang Theory haven't stopped watching the show just because it ended. Recently, viewers have uncovered plot holes and inconsistencies in the series' narrative — one of which is particularly bothersome.

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    Between 1989 and 1993, Jaimee Foxworth appeared on the sitcom Family Matters as tween Judy Winslow. Then, in the latter half of the show's fourth season, Judy infamously was sent to her room as a punishment, never to be seen or even so much as mentioned on the show ever again. What happened?

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    The actor who plays Frank Jr. on the third season of Ozark, Joseph Sikora, has been in the business for nearly 30 years. You may recognize him from his guest roles on network procedurals; let's look at a few parts that had Ozark fans excited to see his name on the season 3 cast list.

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    In early 2013, veteran TV drama NCIS: Los Angeles aired a special two-part event, comprised of the episodes "Red" and "Red-2." The intent was for this backdoor pilot to launch an entire spin-off series, entitled NCIS: Red. But the show never got off the ground. Here's why.

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    The titular Tiger King Joe Exotic called him a mentor, and Bhagavan "Doc" Antle certainly is larger-than-life enough to have mad an impression upon an equally bombastic and colorful man. Here's what Doc Antle has been up to beyond the coda of the Netflix series Tiger King.

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  • It's Not Sounding Good For The Falcon And The Winter Soldier

    The Falcon and the Winter Soldier might be out of action for the foreseeable future. In a recent interview with Muscle & Fitness, Sebastian Stan — who portrays Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier in the MCU — gave an update on the stalled Disney+ series that didn't sound altogether promising.

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    One of NCIS' longest-running bits and a frequent source of character humor is Gibbs' ever-growing list of rules to live by. As of season 17, just under 50 of Gibbs' rules have been dispensed, but we'll take a look at the top 10 to get a sense of what kind of wisdom he has to offer.

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  • Courteney Cox Reveals She Doesn't Remember Being On Friends

    Imagine living such an interesting life that you actually forgot you spent 10 years on one of the most iconic sitcoms of all time? It must be nice. During a socially distant appearance on Wednesday's episode of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", Courteney Cox said that she doesn't remember starring on Friends.

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  • Danai Gurira's Walking Dead Farewell Letter May Make You Cry

    Michonne may be gone, but her memory will always live on. Danai Gurira, the woman behind one of The Walking Dead's most popular and unforgettable characters, has left the show after eight years and eight seasons. She penned an emotional farewell letter to commemerate her departure.

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  • Will There Be A Tiger King Season 2?

    Netflix viewers hungry for a second chapter to Joe Exotic's insane life story may just be in luck. The producers of the true crime docuseries Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness told Entertainment Weekly that Tiger King season 2 isn't outside the realm of possibility.

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  • The Real Reason Stephen Amell Will Never Return To The Arrowverse

    After eight years of pulling on the Emerald Archer's uniform, Stephen Amell has made a startling statement about his future as part of the Arrowverse. Many fans still had hope of seeing Amell and his Green Arrow in other Arrowverse series in the future, but he has effectively quashed those dreams.

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  • What Happened To Carole Baskin From Tiger King?

    Netflix's latest true crime offering is Tiger King, and it follows a group of characters who are all playing different roles in North American big cat culture. As the series continues to rack up viewers, some are wondering what became of the self-proclaimed "Mother Teresa of big cats" Carole Baskin.

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  • The Craziest Moments In HBO's Westworld

    As much as fans might enjoy all the heady futuristic action, sometimes it takes a minute to recalibrate and figure out just what the heck is really going on. With all that in mind, we're taking a look at the craziest moments that Westworld has served up for its viewing audience.

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  • The Worst Thing That Has Ever Happened To Beth On Rick And Morty

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