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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.
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.
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.
NYT Connections hints and answers for January 17, 2025
Connection from NYT Games is the hottest new craze, and we've got all the tips, tricks, hints, and answers to help you win every day.
David Lynch is getting tributes from all over Hollywood
David Lynch was important to many of the most famous faces in Hollywood.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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?
Will ‘Landman’ be back for a second season?
The show was a huge success for Paramount during its first season, but has yet to be renewed for a second.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
A 2000s YA classic is getting new TV adaptation at Disney+
Holes is the latest YA project to get resuscitated, this time for at least a pilot at Disney+.
This Netflix thriller just became one of the streamer’s most-watched movies ever
This movie could eventually become a new Christmas streaming classic.
Disney has struck deal to merge Fubo TV with Hulu + Live TV
The new deal will roll together Fubo and Hulu + Live TV into a single streaming service following a legal battle.
What do the 2025 Golden Globe results mean for the Oscars?
The 2025 Golden Globes are over, but will they have any impact on who takes home Oscars?
What we know about Robert De Niro’s Zero Day Netflix series so far
Zero Day on Netflix will star Robert De Niro along with a slew of other major stars. Here's what we know about this series right now.
January’s top picks: What to stream on Apple TV+
Apple TV+ may not be the most essential streaming service, but that doesn't mean it doesn't have great shows and movies to watch.
Your guide to the best movies on Max this January
Max has one of the best movie libraries of any streaming service, but here are the very best movies available to watch on the service.
Bruce Springsteen says that Jeremy Allen White sings ‘very well’ in his biopic
Springsteen recently visited the set of 'Deliver Me From Nowhere' and praised the actor's portrayal of him.
Zendaya was so afraid of peeing in her ‘Dune’ suit that she got heatstroke
The actor was in the suit for basically the entire movie, and didn't drink enough water while wearig it.
The must-see movies coming out in 2025
From superhero sequels to totally original movies, these movies are why we should be excited for 2025.
January binge guide: The best shows on Amazon Prime
Dive into the best shows on Amazon Prime right now with these great shows that are available to stream on the platform.
‘Squid Game’ season 2 is Netflix’s most-watched premiere of all time
The series smashed a record for views in its first week that was last set by Wednesday back in 2022.
David Fincher says he met with Warner Bros. for ‘Harry Potter’
Fincher said that his creepy take on the material was not ultimately what the studio had in mind for the project.
The best movies on Amazon Prime to watch this January
Amazon Prime has some of the best movies to stream online right now, but finding them can be a real pain. We've rounded up some top picks right here.
What to watch: The best shows on Hulu in January
Looking for a new show to watch? We've narrowed down the best options on Hulu, all of which are well reviewed and easy to binge.
January streaming guide: The best Netflix shows to enjoy
Save some time browsing for the perfect title — we've found the very best shows on Netflix to binge this month.
Discover the best Disney+ movies to watch this January
Disney Plus contains all the Disney movies we know and more, detailed in this list of incredible fims available to stream.
The best Netflix movies: Top picks for January
From Netflix Original movies to acclaimed older films, we've got you covered with an up-to-date list of the best movies to watch on Netflix this month.
Apple TV+ shows and movies will be free to stream for three days
The streamer is making all of its content available to anyone with an Apple ID for the first weekend of 2025.
A DC favorite will be back in a new role in ‘Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow’
The movie is set to be the second film in Gunn's relaunched version of the DC universe.
The best shows to binge on Peacock in January
Peacock has established itself as a prime streaming player thanks to its library of classic shows. Here are our top picks.
The most anticipated new shows coming out in 2025: What to get excited about
These shows haven't premiered a single episode yet, but there are plenty of reasons they're worth being excited about.
Must-see films: The best movies on Peacock this January
Both on its ad-supported and premium levels, Peacock is more than just a TV service, and it has plenty of movies worth checking out.
Keanu Reeves has weighed in on the potential for another ‘John Wick’ movie
'John Wick: Chapter 4' definitely suggested a potential ending for the character, but Reeves isn't ruling out a return.
The sequel to ‘The Batman’ just got delayed a full year
The first movie was released in 2022, and the sequel will now hit screens in October of 2027.
Your January viewing guide: Best shows on Paramount+ this month
Paramount Plus is relatively new to the streaming world, but it already has a library of great shows.
‘Deadpool’ director Tim Miller says he was paid $225,000 for two years work on the film
The movie was a massive success at the box office, but director Tim Miller did not get paid much for his work.
Denis Villeneuve has banned cell phones from his set completely
The director is disturbed by the way people rely on algorithms to govern so much of their daily lives.
January favorites: The best shows to watch on Starz
Over the years, Starz has taken bets on some highly ambitious series, and some of those bets have led to truly great TV shows. Here's a list of our favorites.
Top picks for January: The best movies on Paramount+
Paramount Plus has plenty of great TV, but its movie library is also worth exploring.
The 13 best Adam Sandler movies (they’re not all comedies)
A comedy legend, Sandler forever inhabits a place in the hearts of the ones who grew up with his movies.
Ranking the 13 best Jim Carrey movies
One of the most recognizable names in comedy, Jim Carrey has made a name for himself with some of the best movies of the past few decades.