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Paddington riding an alpaca in "Paddington in Peru."

7 most anticipated comedy movies of 2025, ranked

People could always use a good laugh, and audiences are most looking forward to seeing comedy film like Paddington in Peru and Mickey 17 in 2025.
Heath Ledger as The Joker in The Dark Knight

5 actors who should play the Joker in the new DCU

People are anxious to see who will play the Joker in James Gunn's DC Universe, and these five actors should be considered to play the Clown Prince of Crime.
The cast of "Squid Game" season 2 running.

Like Squid Game season 2? Then watch these 5 great movies and TV shows

Fans of Squid Game season 2 should watch these five thrilling films and TV shows such as The Hunger Games and the hit Netflix movie The Platform.
Superman walks with a concerned look on his face in "Superman."

7 most anticipated comic book movies and TV shows of 2025, ranked

There will be more than enough comic book movies and shows to watch in 2025, but these seven projects are arguably the most highly anticipated of the year.
A bloody man touches his glasses in The Monkey.

7 most anticipated horror movies of 2025, ranked

2024 may have been a terrific year for horror films, but 2025 has plenty of more scary movies like 28 Days Later and M3GAN 2.0 that may top what came before.
Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor in "Superman."

7 best Nicholas Hoult movies, ranked

Nicholas Hoult's career has reached new heights thanks to Nosferatu and Superman, and movies like Mad Max: Fury Road show him at his best.
Lily-Rose Depp as Ellen Hutter in "Nosferatu."

10 best Dracula movies, ranked

Dracula, aka Nosferatu, remains one of the most terrifying figures in pop culture. These 10 movies were the best at presenting the horror icon on film.
A man looks at the camera in The Tell-Tale Heart.

Before The Witch and Nosferatu, Robert Eggers made these 3 obscure horror movies

Before directing feature-length films like Nosferatu, Robert Eggers showed his talent making shorts like Hansel and Gretel, The Tell-Tale Heart, and Brothers.
Oscar, Phyllis, Kelly, Dwight, and Michael at a Christmas Part in "The Office."

10 best TV shows to watch on Christmas 2024

Now that Christmas is around the corner, now's the perfect time to celebrate with festive shows like The Twilight Zone, Community, South Park, and many more.
Denis Villeneuve sitting with Rebecca Ferguson on the set of "Dune: Part Two."

7 best movie directors of 2024, ranked

Many directors made a splash in the sea of cinema and TV in 2024, but these seven artists sailed into the spotlight as they achieved the most this year.
Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles prepare to fight in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: a dark, electrifying sequel

Paramount has reached an electrifying new high with Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which features incredible visuals, an emotional story, and terrific performances.
Timothée Chalamet gazes upon a distant explosion in a still from the movie Dune: Part Two.

The 7 best sci-fi movies of 2024, ranked

With 2024 coming to a close, it's time to review sci-fi films like Dune: Part Two and Deadpool & Wolverine and see which seven are the best of the year.
Colin Farrell sits in a chair in The Penguin.

7 best comic book movies and TV shows of 2024, ranked

Though the world has experienced superhero fatigue, 2024 had a refreshing batch of hit comic book films and shows like Deadpool & Wolverine and The Penguin.
Monica with a turkey on her head on "Friends."

10 great shows to watch on Thanksgiving

For those not interested in watching football this holiday season, these 10 TV shows on streaming are guaranteed to pair well with Thanksgiving dinner.
Three men looking down at a burning flame in 1974's "Murder on the Orient Express."

50 years ago, this classic murder mystery changed the genre forever

Fifty years since its release, director Sidney Lumet's Murder on the Orient Express remains one of the best adaptations of Agatha Christie's work ever made.
The Penguin burns something in The Penguin.

After The Penguin, this iconic Batman villain should get their own HBO show

Following the recent success of HBO's The Penguin, it's high time that Zoë Kravitz's Catwoman get her own spinoff show set in The Batman universe.
A teen boy looks in the distance in Interstellar.

10 years ago, Christopher Nolan made his most emotional movie ever. Here’s why it’s still the best

Director Christopher Nolan's epic sci-fi film Interstellar premiered 10 years ago this week, making for one of his best, but most underrated movies ever.
Three Spider-Men posing in Spider-Man: No Way Home.

Best Marvel movies in MCU’s Phase Four, ranked

Many consider Phase Four of the MCU a low point, but it's fair to remind audiences that it had great Marvel films like Shang-Chi and Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Doc Brown in "Back to the Future."

10 best Robert Zemeckis movies, ranked

With Robert Zemeckis's film Here in theaters, it's time to rank the 10 best films by the iconic director.
Leach looking intrigued in "Phantom of the Paradise."

50 years ago, this gonzo horror comedy with a killer score became an instant cult classic

Fifty years after its premiere, this weird horror-comedy became an instant cult classic. Here's why it still has the capacity to shock (and make you hum, too).
Essie Davis and Noah Wiseman in "The Babadook."

10 great horror movies to stream on Netflix this Halloween

Netflix is your destination for all things scary as these 10 movies are certain to make your skin crawl this Halloween.
A blonde-haired woman wears a skull mask in "The Fall of the House of Usher."

12 best TV shows to stream this Halloween

Halloween is a prime time to binge-watch scary shows, and horror fans can stream these 10 exciting and terrifying TV shows to celebrate All Hallows' Eve.
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25 years ago, America went down a rabbit hole with this bizarre fantasy

This surreal 1999 comedic fantasy is ranked among the greatest movies of all time. Does it still hold up?
4 people look scared in House on Haunted Hill.

Is this 1999 remake better than the original classic horror movie it’s based on?

Twenty-five years ago, director William Malone's House on Haunted Hill topped the box office. Does the remake hold up to director William Castle's 1959 film?
Venom talks to Eddie in Venom: The Last Dance.

What’s next for Marvel films after Venom: The Last Dance?

Now that the Venom trilogy has come to close, fans are wondering what's next for the Lethal Protector and Marvel movies as a whole.
The logo for Stranger Things 5.

Stranger Things Season 5: everything we know so far

Here's what we know about the upcoming fifth and final season of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things.
Venom and Eddie face away from each other in "Venom: The Last Dance."

Venom: The Last Dance’s ending, explained

Now that Venom: The Last Dance has premiered, here's a breakdown of the story and what its ending means for Eddie Brock, Venom, and its villain Knull.
David Corenswet as Superman pulling up his red boot while wearing a costume.

Superman: Everything we know about James Gunn’s DCU film so far

For those excited to learn more about James Gunn and DC Studios' upcoming Superman film, here's a breakdown of everything that's been revealed about it so far.
David Corenswet as Superman pulling up his red boot while wearing a costume.

DCU: every movie and TV show confirmed so far

DC is set to make a comeback with the films and TV shows in its new DC Universe, featuring icons like Superman and more underrated characters like Booster Gold.
A wounded man sits down in The Dark Half.

Stephen King’s most underrated movie deserves your attention this Halloween

This long forgotten Stephen King adaptation just turned 30 years old. Here's why it's one of the famous horror author's most underrated movies.
A man in white suit smiles in Joker: Folie a Deux.

Here’s why Joker: Folie à Deux is better than you think

Joker: Folie à Deux may have disappointed critics and audiences in theaters, but there are multiple reasons why it isn't the worst comic book movie of all time.
Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix hold mics and smile in Joker 2.

Joker 2’s ending, explained

Now that Joker: Folie à Deux is in theaters, it's time to break down the story and what the ending means for the Joaquin Phoenix's character.
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One of the most popular horror sequels and reboots is finally on Netflix this October

This popular horror reboot/sequel is finally on Netflix. Find out what is and why you should watch it this October.
Two men look down in "The Platform."

This might be Netflix’s most disturbing movie. Here’s why it’s still so effective

This dystopian sci-fi movie is one of Netflix's most disturbing movies ever. Here why you should watch it before the sequel drops October 4.