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23 brilliant movies that bombed at the box office, from Shawshank Redemption to Children of Men

23 brilliant movies that bombed at the box office, from Shawshank Redemption to Children of Men - Jacob Stolworthy runs through the films that didn’t get the attention they deserved

Martha Stewart Joins Those Joking About All-Female Blue Origin Travelers

The lifestyle legend quoted Katy Perry's song "Firework" as she shared video of her own 2007 zero-gravity flight.

The Greatest Movies That Never Got Made

They say you shouldn't dwell on the past. But when it comes to a Tim Burton Superman movie or Tarantino making Kill Bill Vol. 3, how can you not take a moment and imagine, if things had gone differently?

Ed "Big Daddy" Roth's Coolest Custom Cars

Ed "Big Daddy" Roth was a talented artist and custom car designer, making a name for himself throughout the '50s, '60s, and beyond.

50 Cover Songs That Are Better Than The Original

The Kingsmen’s version of “Louie Louie” is even better than the original, but that didn’t stop the tune from getting investigated by the FBI—for one silly reason.

The Most Popular Actor From Every State

Every corner of the United States has contributed to the magic of Hollywood. From small-town dreamers to big-city hopefuls, these are the most popular actors from every state.

The Most Memorable TV And Movie Theme Songs Ever

Theme songs strike a chord in many forms—pulse-racing instrumentals, clever spoken word, scene-setting narratives—that become permanently planted in our memories. Here’s a collection of 44 tunes across generations.

‘Drag Race' Winner Onya Nurve on Her Final Lip Sync and Dreams of Being on ‘Abbott Elementary'

Onya Nurve did it. It’s been a few days since Nurve, whose real name is Justin Woody, was crowned the winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 17, and it hasn’t quite clicked for the queen who has been celebrating since Friday and is now up at the crack of dawn, speaking to the press. But […]

The Worst Movies of All Time

30 Years Since The Shawshank Redemption: Behind The Scenes Facts

The Shawshank Redemption is the number one ranked movie on IMdB. How did this film, that bombed at the box office, become an all time favorite?

Billy Idol on his first album in over a decade, surviving addiction, the Rock Hall and more

NEW YORK (AP) — When Billy Idol first entered American consciousness in the early '80s, leather-clad and bleached hair in tow, he not only brought a punk rock sound to the mainstream. The Englishman brought a new attitude, a new, rebellious way of being.

Cheech and Chong ride once more

NEW YORK (AP) — The irony tickles Cheech and Chong: The Palisades fire smoked them out of their homes.

The 5 best James Bond films ever made - including a record-breaking classic

Of 27 films in the iconic franchise, these 5 picks came out on top.

John Lithgow says Roald Dahl was ‘a very complicated man damaged by terrible tragedies’

John Lithgow says Roald Dahl was ‘a very complicated man damaged by terrible tragedies’ - Actor stars as the controversial author in the play ‘Giant’, which explores Dahl’s antisemitic statements

Once Popular Shows That Are Now Totally Forgotten

While some shows hang around in our collective memory for years after they finish, others have been overshadowed by the big titles. But not anymore—here’s a collection of some amazing shows you might’ve forgotten about.

15 Musicians Who Were Discovered in the Strangest Ways

15 Musicians Who Were Discovered in the Strangest Ways

TVO's The Agenda with Steve Paikin to end after 19 seasons

TVO's flagship current affairs program is coming to an end after 19 seasons. Veteran host Steve Paikin will co-host a weekly political podcast.

Is Vegas Going Family-Friendly? New Attractions Changing the Strip

Is Vegas Going Family-Friendly? New Attractions Changing the Strip

The White Lotus locations you can visit, plus more TV show destinations

We explore the real-life places that feature in popular TV shows and movies, including the latest locations from The Crown, The White Lotus and Succession.

UFC Kansas City: Machado Garry outlasts Prates, bound for Montreal next month

‘The Future’ picked up a hard-fought win over the dangerous Fighting Nerd before announcing he’s headed to UFC 315 to serve as the backup for the upcoming welterweight title fight.

The Most Watched TV Episodes Ever

Audiences tuned in in droves to check out these episodes of television. The most watched TV episodes of all time.

Val Kilmer’s 7 best film roles from Tombstone to Heat

Anyone Remember These Classic Celebrity Cars From The 1950s?

Hollywood stars didn’t just own cars—they drove icons. Cadillacs, Ferraris, and Rolls-Royces defined an era where each ride matched its celebrity driver’s personality. So, which vehicles appealed to the stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age?

‘The low point of my career’: 13 times actors were fired from Hollywood roles

‘The low point of my career’: 13 times actors were fired from Hollywood roles - THE LIST: The film industry is notoriously fickle – and that means that often directors aren’t afraid to unceremoniously ditch their actors. Katie Rosseinsky looks back at some high-profile Hollywood firings

Hugh Jackman shares ‘one little gripe’ about working with Deadpool and Wolverine co-star Ryan Reynolds

Hugh Jackman shares ‘one little gripe’ about working with Deadpool and Wolverine co-star Ryan Reynolds - ‘That’s fine, I don’t need to be in every scene in the movie’ said the actor, comparing himself to his co-star

Gwyneth Paltrow reveals surprise U-turn after years of following strict diet

Gwyneth Paltrow reveals surprise U-turn after years of following strict diet - This shift marks a departure from the grain-free, low-carb approach of the paleo diet

David Tennant addresses JK Rowling over transgender rights dispute

David Tennant addresses JK Rowling over transgender rights dispute - Scottish actor and the Harry Potter author have clashed over their opposing stances on transgender rights

How to watch the Dance Worlds 2025: Schedule, channel, live stream for annual championship

Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 Dance Worlds, including TV channel and streaming options for the annual competition.

Box Office: ‘Sinners' Blowing Past ‘Accountant 2,' ‘Revenge of the Sith' With Massive $42M-$44M

That's not to say that Ben Affleck's 'Accountant' sequel and the 'Star Wars: Episode III' rerelease aren't also feeding the box office boom, with overall revenue up more than 100 percent over last year.

12 television shows influenced by the Vietnam War

The evening news brought the Vietnam War into American living rooms, but once the news was over, so was the war. Prime-time shows brought nary a mention of it as networks looked to bring uncontroversial content to the broadest possible audience. But the war simmered below the surface as subtext, and when enough years passed, television would finally take it on as a subject.

Tom Cruise’s 15 Best Movies, Ranked by Box Office Domination

Movies Based On Lies That Won Oscars

Ever walked out of a movie thinking, "Wow, I can't believe that actually happened"? Well… maybe it didn't. Hollywood loves to slap "based on a true story" on a script, then toss the truth out the window.

The Untold Stories Behind Well-Known Television Shows

Behind every beloved show that’s graced our screens lies drowned conversations on near-cancellations, last-minute casting changes, and moments that could have erased these cultural touchstones from existence entirely. Do you know any?

Ben Affleck Thinks Kevin Costner Was "Being Kind" Saying He Remembers Him and Matt Damon as ‘Field of Dreams' Extras: "We Were Not Memorable"

"It's sweet of him to say that, but I'm pretty sure he remembers the actors with lines," the ‘Good Will Hunting' star said.

13 Things to Do in Las Vegas That Don’t Involve Casinos

If roulette makes you dizzy and losing money leaves you queasy, don't worry: Las Vegas has more to offer than eye-popping casinos and opulent floor shows. The post 13 Things to Do in Las Vegas That Don’t Involve Casinos appeared first on Reader's Digest.

The Best Romantic Movies of All Time

Penn Badgley explains why he dropped demand for final season of You

Penn Badgley explains why he dropped demand for final season of You - Actor previously said he had requested a reduction in number of sex scenes

Meet the 89-year-old releasing his first album

Max Gallant has been a musician for most of his life, but he didn't start singing until he was in his 80s. And now, just before his 90th birthday, he's releasing his first album called Please No Green Bananas (I'm 90).

Justin Bieber Heading Abroad to Finish Long-Awaited Album (Exclusive)

The pop superstar is hard at work on the follow-up to 2021's ‘Justice.'

The 9 best 'one-shot' movies to watch after Adolescence – and where to find them

You need to check these films out next.

Popular Actors Who Play The Same Role In Every Movie

Getting typecast as an actor is usually seen as a curse. However, some actors manage to work those limitations to their advantage. Here are some actors who essentially play the same role in every movie.

The Best 100 TV Shows of All Time

The Most Covered Songs In Music History

There’s always going to be a number of songs that you don’t realize are covers to begin with, and certainly some of the following tracks surprised even us.

The Best Songs That No One Talks About From Classic Albums

Instead of rehashing all of the hits from these classic albums, we wanted to shine a light on the great songs from these records that fans might know, but don't get talked about enough when these hit albums are discussed.

Graceland Mansion: See Photos of Elvis Presley’s Beloved Home Over the Years

Peek behind the velvet curtain at the King of Rock and Roll’s palace, where unbridled maximalism never goes out of style

LaTanya Richardson Jackson, LaChanze and Khaila Wilcoxon Named Black Women on Broadway Awards Honorees (EXCLUSIVE)

The Black Women on Broadway Awards will honor Tony nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Tony winner LaChanze and rising star Khaila Wilcoxon during their fourth annual celebration. The organization, co-founded by Oscar and Tony nominee Danielle Brooks, Tony nominee Amber Iman and Tony nominee Jocelyn Bioh, salutes the accomplishments of Black women who work in theatre. […]

8 Musicians Who Walked Away at the Height of Fame

8 Musicians Who Walked Away at the Height of Fame

Inside the new Fab Four: A look at the actors who will play The Beatles

Irish actors Paul Mescal and Barry Keoghan, and British stars Harris Dickinson and Joseph Quinn are set to portray The Beatles band members in four upcoming films. Each of the movies will showcase one of the members of The Fab Four, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, and be directed by British filmmaker Sir Sam Mendes.

20 best new movies of 2025, according to Rotten Tomatoes

The 30 Best ’90s Action Movies, Ranked