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Peter Claffey in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

George R.R. Martin has weighed in on the newest ‘Game of Thrones’ spin-off

The 'Game of Thrones' author has a famously testy relationship with the HBO adaptations of his work.
Packing a pipe

How to smoke a pipe like a gentleman (a beginner’s guide)

Learning how to smoke a pipe is a classy way to enjoy tobacco, but it only looks sophisticated if you actually know what you're doing. Here's how.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in the poster for 'Wicked.'

Here’s how to watch 2025’s Oscar nominated movies

After getting delayed due to the impact of the Los Angeles wildfires a couple of weeks ago, the 2025 Academy Award nominations were announced on the morning of January 23.
apple sport

Apple’s new sports app will now tell you where to watch nationally broadcast games

The app was introduced less than a year ago, and is designed to compete with similar apps from companies like ESPN.
Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio in Once Upon a Time In Hollywood.

Quentin Tarantino says the last great year for movies was 2019

The iconic director has made it clear that he thinks the movie business is on its last legs.
Guy in leathers on a motorcycle

The 25 best Valentine’s Day gifts for men

What makes a great Valentine's Day gift for a man? Don't overthink this. Instead, just ask what are the best gifts for men generally, then work from there.
A group of friends cheering while watching a football game

A quick guide to Super Bowl prop bets and other fun football betting games

Looking to make a little extra side money during the big game? Here's a quick rundown of some possible Super Bowl prop bets and other football betting games.
The PBS logo.

PBS channels are now free to stream inside of Amazon Prime Video

Amazon has made a number of strategic partnerships designed to maximize the amount of content available on the platform.
Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas.

Christopher Nolan is planning to shoot part of ‘The Odyssey’ where Homer’s epic is set

The director will shoot the movie on one of the locations where Odysseus stopped on his journey.
Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live.

8 best dystopian shows if you’re ready for gripping, unsettling storytelling

These are the best dystopian shows to watch if you want a thoughtful analysis of what happens when human society becomes warped beyond repair. 
Harrison Ford in Raiders of the Lost Ark

The best adventure movies: The films that keep you on the edge of your seat

These adventure movies will give you the same thrill of discovery that many of its characters get.
Netflix logo on TV with red backlighting

Netflix is planning to continue investing in gaming, including new co-op games

The company has made it clear that it is competing against everything for the attention of its user base.
Travel cigar ashtray and holder

Snag Yourself One of These Four Must-Have Cigar Sampler Packs for Just $20

If you've always wanted to explore various cigar brands and types, these four sampler packs contain some of our favorite cigars of all time.
Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie in Labyrinth.

Robert Eggers will follow-up ‘Nosferatu’ with a sequel to an ’80s cult classic

The director has turned his vampire horror film into a certified hit at the box office.
Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren in 1923

1923 season 2: Everything we know so far

Stay up to date on Yellowstone's prequel series as we share everything we know about 1923 season 2.
Penn Badgley starring in You season 4

You season 5: Everything we know so far

When it comes to shows you can shut your brain off and just enjoy a thrill of exciting twists and passionate romance, Netflix's crime drama You fits the bill.
Josh Brolin in Dune Part 1

Josh Brolin is mad that the Oscars snubbed Denis Villeneuve for ‘Dune’…again

Brolin previously said that he would quit acting if the director didn't get nominated for the second installment.
Adrien Brody in The Brutalist

What do the Oscar nominations mean for the state of the best picture race?

Emilia Perez earned the most nominations, with 13, followed by Wicked and The Brutalist, which each earned 10.
Benedict Cumberbatch as Doctor Strange

Benedict Cumberbatch just let his role in the next two ‘Avengers’ movies slip

Doctor Strange is not going to be in the next Avengers movie, but will play a major part in the one after that.
Matthew McConaughey on Insterstellar.

The best space movies ever made

These space movies are all set primarily in space, and take advantage of all the unique things that setting has to offer.
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Netflix is set to raise its subscription price following a surge in subscribers

The streamer is raising its prices for the first time since October 2023, and also announced massive subscriber growth.
Manuel Garcia-Rufo in The Lincoln Lawyer

Will ‘Lincoln Lawyer’ be back for a fourth season?

The series is adapted from a series of novels, and follows a lawyer who works out of the back of his Lincoln.
An early look at Squid Game season 2.

The 8 most popular Netflix shows ever, based on record-breaking viewership

There is data for both the number of viewers and the number of hours viewed that Netflix has published on its Tudum site.
Harry Potter holding a wand and looking disappointed.

One ‘Harry Potter’ franchise director has weighed in on the HBO reboot

The show is still casting many of its biggest roles, and plans to adapt one book with every season of the show.
For Grace documentary

The 22 best food documentaries of all time: The ultimate list

These are the best documentaries about food — from films about meticulous sushi chefs to the woes of the fast-food industry.
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From Deadwood to Yellowstone: 8 movies and shows like American Primeval to binge next

American Primeval is a series that gives great insights into the ways the Mormon religion gained footing in Utah during the Mormon War throughout 1857 and 1858.
The HelloBaby baby monitor on a white background.

Save 32% on this HelloBaby baby monitor at Amazon today

A baby monitor is essential for keeping an eye on your little one. Right now, you can buy the HelloBaby baby monitor for a huge 32% off at Amazon.
Britt Lower in Severance Season 2

Was that really the voice of a major action star in the ‘Severance’ premiere?

You may have recognized the voice of the Lumon building in the 'Severance' premiere, but here's how they landed him.
Director Greta Gerwig on the set of Barbie.

Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ movie is going to get a major IMAX release

The movie will be the latest to adapt C.S. Lewis's popular novels of the same name.
Steve Carell in The Office.

Need a laugh? Here are the best comedy shows streaming right now

These comedy shows stand the test of time and will give you comfort whenever you need a pick-me-up.
David Lynch in The Fabelmans

David Lynch is getting tributes from all over Hollywood

David Lynch was important to many of the most famous faces in Hollywood.
Penn Badgley looking ominous as Joe Goldberg

When will the final season of ‘You’ premiere?

You is back for its fifth and final season this spring after years of waiting for the return of Penn Badgley's Joe.
Britt Lower in Severance Season 2

The ‘Severance’ creator says none of the fan theories have gotten it ‘exactly right’

The show spawned fan theories immediately, but Dan Erickson says no one has totally nailed it yet.
Charlie Cox in Daredevil Born Again

The first trailer for ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ brings Marvel back to the streets

Marvel is bringing back one of its very first TV characters, and things look as brutal as ever.
Netflix on a phone

The most popular Netflix movies: Which one tops the list?

The most popular Netflix movies feature actors such as Leonardo DiCpario, Jennifer Lopez, and Ryan Reynolds. The theater is no longer the only destination for big pictures.
Ezra Miller in The Flash

‘The Flash’ director says the movie flopped because it didn’t have a broad enough appeal

The movie was released in 2023 and barely made back its budget at the worldwide box office.
Alison Tolman in St Denis Medical

Is ‘St. Denis Medical’ coming back for a second season?

The series has proven that the mockumentary format is not dead, but will we be getting a second season?
The cast of Yellowstone

Yellowstone season 6: Everything we know about the show’s future

This is everything we know about Yellowstone season 6 and the future of the franchise.
Billy Bob Thornton in Landman

Will ‘Landman’ be back for a second season?

The show was a huge success for Paramount during its first season, and has now been officially renewed for a second.
Jeremy Strong in Succession

The creator of ‘Succession’ is making a movie about a financial crisis

Jesse Armstrong, who is best known for creating Succession, is returning to the world of finance for a new film.
Costanza family on Seinfeld

Discover the best comedy shows on Netflix for your next binge

Netflix is home to some of the best comedy series available today. Not many streamers have the expansive library of original series and classic oldies to serve multiple generations of fans.
The cast of Severance.

Severance season 2: Everything we know so far

When is Apple TV+'s sci-fi thriller Severance coming back? We're sharing everything we know so far about Severance season 2.
Alan Ritchson in Reacher

Reacher season 3: Rumors, plot, cast, and more

What's coming up next for Jack Reacher? We'll share everything we know about Reacher season 3 on Prime Video.
timothee chalamet

Timothee Chalamet will host ‘SNL’ and serve as his own musical guest in January

The show will return for two episodes in January before celebrating its 50th anniversary in February.
Ryan Gosling in First Man

Could Ryan Gosling’s upcoming sci-fi movie be one of 2026’s biggest blockbusters?

The movie is adapted from a best-selling book, and will follow an astronaut who wakes up alone in outer space.
Joel and Ellie drive the narrative of The Last of Us

The Last of Us season 2: Everything we know so far

How closely will the second season follow The Last of Us Part II video game? Let's get into the finer details of The Last of Us season 2.
Donnie Yen in John Wick Chapter 4

Donnie Yen is in talks to star in and direct a ‘John Wick’ spin-off

The spin-off focused on his character was already announced, and he may step in as director on the project as well.
The cast of Severance

‘Severance’ season 1 will be available for free ahead of the show’s second season

The move is designed to encourage more users to sign up for Apple TV+ ahead of the show's second season.
Alan Ritchson in Reacher season 3

The first trailer for ‘Reacher’ season 3 is here and features a major fight

The trailer gives us a taste of Reacher's battle against an opponent even bigger than him.
Ralph Fiennes in Conclave.

What do the SAG and DGA nominations mean for the Oscars?

Both bodies listed their slates of nominees for the 2024 year in film, leaving us with some clues about which films are resonating.