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Shawn Laib

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Shawn Laib is a freelance writer with publications such as Den of Geek, Quote.com, Edge Media Network, diaTribe, SUPERJUMP, and more. He graduated from the University of Washington in 2019. He enjoys playing basketball and video games in his free time.

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Ranked: The 11 best Tom Hanks movies ever

Tom Hanks has starred in a vast array of comedic, tragic, and heartwarming movies over the course of his career. These are 11 of our favorites.
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The 10 best Timothee Chalamet movies ever, ranked

Who doesn't love Timothee Chalamet? We rank his 10 best movies, from Dune to Lady Bird
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These are the 13 best Brad Pitt movies, ranked

Brad Pitt has been a prominent face on the silver screen for over 30 years now, so it's time to pick some favorites.
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Disney Plus, Hulu are getting major price hikes (because Disney really wants you to try the new Disney Plus bundle)

The cost is going up for both Disney Plus and Hulu, but a new Hulu/Disney bundle at a discount is meant to be a bit of a salve.
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The Creator movie preview: This post-apocalyptic AI movie seems eerily on point right now

Gareth Edwards' new science fiction thriller has a lot more in common with the real world than you think
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The most useful Shark Tank products: Get these immediately

"Shark Tank" has introduced viewers to a lot of creative and helpful merchandise through the years, and we're here to pick out some of the best ones.
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The 10 best time travel movies, ranked

Want to go back (or forward!) in time? These are some great time travel movies
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The best movies on Hulu to watch in September

From an award-winning thriller film to a new-era sci-fi rom-com, here is an updated list of the best Hulu movies you can stream right now.
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16 amazing shows you need to watch on Max

The channel that has maintained a premium status since its conception, Max is now a major streaming platform for all to enjoy.
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The 10 best football movies, ranked

Whether based on a true story or not, these football movies are our favorites.
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The 15 best Disney Plus shows to watch this month

Looking for a show to watch on Disney Plus? We've gathered an updated list of the best Disney Plus series you can stream on the platform in 2023.
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These are the 10 best movies 2023 has brought us (so far)

Movies have been abundant and excellent in 2023 so far
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The best disaster movies of all time, ranked

The end of the world is scary, yet exhilarating in these disaster movies
E.T.

The best alien movies, ranked

Extratarrestrial life has been one of Hollywood's best subject matters for decades
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The best Matthew McConaughey movies, ranked

Matthew McConaughey went from a sexy star to an acclaimed actor with these films.
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The best Nicolas Cage movies (some of these are seriously underrated)

Nicolas Cage has been in well more than 100 movies, from cheesy action staples to serious Oscar-winning masterpieces.
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11 post-apocalyptic movies and shows to watch if you miss ‘The Last of Us’

We've compiled the best apocalypse shows and movies to tide you over between new episodes of HBO's "The Last of Us."
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These stand-up comedy specials on Netflix are worth watching

Netflix has a wide variety of funny and famous specials from stand up comedy legends.
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The 11 best Jeff Bridges movies, ranked

Actor, writer, and producer of film and music, Jeff Bridges is a household name that any lover of film should know.
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The 10 best Robert Downey Jr movies, ranked

From hits like Oppenheimer and the Avengers franchise, to Shakespeare adaptations like Richard III, these are the Robert Downey Jr movies you should see.
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Obsessed with Only Murders in the Building? The 10 best Steve Martin movies and shows, ranked

Steve Martin is one of the funniest actors of all time, and these are his top performances.
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These incredible cartoons on Netflix are the binge-worthy shows adults will love

Whether you're looking for a relaxing cartoon or some mind-bending adult animation, we've found the best Netflix animated series to stream right now.
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The 11 best Seth Rogen movies, ranked

The Canadian raised, well-known stoner-comedian has more than just his pop culture career to go on. We're here today to praise his achievements in the movies.
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The 10 best Greta Gerwig movies, ranked

Greta Gerwig is a talented writer, director, and actor. These are her best works.
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These are the 10 best TV shows of 2023 (so far)

There are tons of new shows that have taken over our lives in 2023 (and there are still several months left).
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The best Scarlett Johansson movies, ranked

Scarlett Johansson is one of the most prominent actresses working today. These are our picks for the best entries in her filmography.
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The 10 best action stars ever: Our top picks

Action heroes wouldn't be the same without the actors who depict them
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The 10 best Sigourney Weaver movies, ranked

Sigourney Weaver is the most important female action star of all time. Here are her best hits.
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Is The Bear the greatest FX show ever? We ranked the best FX has to offer

Everyone thinks The Bear is incredible (and it is), but there are some other awesome FX favorites you should also watch.
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Ranked: The top antiheroes in TV history

There have been some incredible antiheroes on TV. These characters make morally ambiguous decisions, but we can't help but root for their success.
Tom Hanks, Tom Sizemore, and other actors playing as American soldiers riding a boat in "Saving Private Ryan."

The 10 best World War II movies: Our top picks

World War II continues to fascinate people almost a century later. It stands to reason that it features in some of the best films ever made.
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The 14 best Western movies to watch right now

There is no form of escapism quite like the Western. Their sweeping desert landscapes whisk us away and give us a sense of wanderlust.
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The 10 best animated shows for adults, ranked

Animation doesn't just have to be for kids, as evidenced by these shows.
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The 8 best movies from martial arts master Bruce Lee, ranked

Bruce Lee is better known for his influence than the films he actually created. Now, we’re here to break down Lee’s best of the best.
Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill in Moneyball.

10 incredible biopics you need to watch right now

The best biopics will make you think about history in a whole new way!
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We ranked the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies from worst to best

The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit are beloved by many, and we will rank them from worst to best.
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The 10 best mafia movies, ranked

We're counting down the 10 best mafia movies ever made, from modern classics to Old Hollywood icons.
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New on Hulu: 5 must-see shows and movies in July

With summer upon us, Hulu has some great new content in July.
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New on Netflix: 5 must-see shows and movies in July

Netflix has all kinds of great new releases for every taste in July.
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10 great movies like Indiana Jones for you to stream next

Indiana Jones is the OG, but these films are equally exciting in the adventure genre.
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Dune 2 trailer drops, and we finally get to see Christopher Walken as emperor Shaddam IV

The sequel to a modern science fiction classic is almost here!
28 Days Later

The best zombie movies, ranked

Whether it be for the thrills or the chills, sometimes throwing on a good horror/thriller movie can be the feeling you need after a long day.
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The 10 best shark movies, ranked

Shark movies are a staple of the summer. We have the best ones to watch right now.
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The 10 best Robin Williams movies, ranked

Robin Williams' legacy as an actor and comic lives on nearly a decade after his death.
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10 best Harrison Ford movies, ranked

Harrison Ford's career is long and illustrious with a variety of classic movies to watch.
Actor Sylvester Stallone on the Expendables panel at the 2010 San Diego Comic Con.

Ranked: The best Sylvester Stallone movies of all time

Sylvester Stallone movies consistently fulfill a primal desire for action and retribution. Here, The Manual brings you the best of Sly Stallone.
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10 incredible LGBTQ movies you need to stream right now

LGBTQ movies have influenced generations of gay children to come out to their families. Here are some of the best of the genre.
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Every Batman movie, ranked from worst to best

Batman movies have a long and varied history, from Christian Bale flicks to Michael Keaton films. Here's each one ranked.
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10 best HBO shows ever, ranked

HBO is the king of quality TV. We're here to rank the 10 best shows in the network's history.
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Indiana Jones vs. Han Solo: Which iconic Harrison Ford character is the bigger badass?

We pit Harrison Ford's two most famous characters against each other. See who comes out in the end.