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19 Candy-Coated Facts About Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory

This 1971 film remains a staple of family entertainment with its magic and moral lessons. Alongside those flowing chocolate rivers lies a pack of unmissable facts that might change everything we thought we knew about Wonka’s delicious factory!

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.

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.

8 Musicians Who Walked Away at the Height of Fame

8 Musicians Who Walked Away at the Height of Fame

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.

10 Songs You Didn't Know Were Written in Under an Hour

10 Songs You Didn't Know Were Written in Under an Hour

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

Did You Know These Awesome Shows Were Spinoffs?

Television spinoffs seem more miss than hit—yet, while in some cases, the results are less than spectacular, there are a number of spinoffs that live up to the standards of their parent series. Here are some incredible shows we didn't realize were spinoffs.

The Best TV Shows Based on Video Games—From Console to Screen

The Best TV Shows Based on Video Games—From Console to Screen

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.

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.

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

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

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

Katie Piper forced to make heartbreaking decision after ‘unexpected’ eye surgery

Katie Piper forced to make heartbreaking decision after ‘unexpected’ eye surgery - Activist and ‘Loose Women’ panellist has undergone hundreds of operations since the acid attack she suffered in 2008

I Made the Ratatouille from the Ratatouille Movie

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.

From the ‘40s to the Fallout franchise, Ink Spots' indelible imprint on music and popular culture

The Ink Spots were a popular singing group in the 1940s. Lead singer Bill Kenny spent much of his life in Vancouver. As CBC’s Jon Azpiri reports, Kenny's music continues to attract new fans thanks to a popular video game and TV series.

11 notable songs about the Vietnam War

War, like love, has long inspired artists and musicians. That is especially true of the songs written in response to the Vietnam War during the countercultural movements of the 1960s and ’70s. The songs released in that time — and in the years that followed — sought to highlight the experiences of those affected by combat and in a period of societal upheaval.

‘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 […]

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.

‘The Accountant 2' Director Gavin O'Connor Says Anna Kendrick Is ‘A Hundred Percent In' For Potential Third Film: ‘She and I Have Been Texting'

Although Anna Kendrick, who starred in the first “Accountant” film, is missing from the sequel, franchise director Gavin O’Connor says she’s ready to help complete the trilogy. Joined by star Ben Affleck and screenwriter Bill Dubuque, O’Connor told The New York Times that Kendrick is ready to return as Christian Wolff’s love interest, Dana Cummings, […]

No dinos, just jazz: Jeff Goldblum's new album is all Hollywood charm

Jazz with a star cast, served with a dash of charm and plenty of nonchalance - thanks to Hollywood star Jeff Goldblum. We know him from the "Jurassic Park" movies, but here we see him ditching dinosaurs in favour of jazz, celebrating his love of the piano and swing in his new album "Still Blooming". He gives us nine tracks with the Mildred Snitzer ...

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?

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.

Benjamin (Nicolas Cage) Uncovers a Hidden Clue | National Treasure | Freeform

Benjamin Gates (Nicolas Cage), Abigail Chase (Diane Kruger), and Riley Poole's (Justin Bartha) hunt for the hidden treasure intensifies when they discover a mysterious clue concealed within the Declaration of Independence. Watch National Treasure on Freeform. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/freeformnetwork?sub_confirmation=1 About Freeform: Part of Disney General Entertainment Content, Freeform connects to audiences and goes beyond entertainment with bold original programming and immersive social engagement. As Disney’s young adult television and streaming network, it delivers a unique mix of quality original and acquired series, plus fan-favorite movies and the holiday events "31 Nights of Halloween" and "25 Days of Christmas." The Freeform app allows viewers access to 24/7 live viewing of the network, as well as continued on-demand access via a wide array of devices. Connect with Freeform: Find your FREEFORM Channel: http://www.whatchannelfreeform.com Visit FREEFORM: https://freeform.com/ Follow FREEFORM on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/Freeform/ Follow FREEFORM on TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@freeform Like FREEFORM on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Freeform/ Follow FREEFORM on X: https://twitter.com/freeformtv Follow FREEFORM on TUMBLR: https://www.freeform.tumblr.com Benjamin (Nicolas Cage) Uncovers a Hidden Clue | National Treasure | Freeform https://www.youtube.com/freeformnetwork?sub_confirmation=1

2 Epic Evita Songs To Start Your Week! | Evita

Watch the full show: https://www.uphe.com/movies/andrew-lloyd-webber-the-royal-albert-hall-celebration 00:00 'Oh What A Circus' 06:02 'Don't Cry for Me Argentina' Welcome to The Shows Must Go On the channel bringing you showtunes, backstage access and full performances from some of the best loved musicals in history! Featuring the best performances from musical theatre and beyond! Subscribe for more here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShowsMustGoOn

Sinners earns horror movie record that’s never been achieved before

Sinners earns horror movie record that’s never been achieved before - It’s the most acclaimed film of the year

The Best Romantic Movies of All Time

How Chiquis Carved Her Own Path Beyond Music and Her Family Name

Billboard's 2025 Latin Women In Music Impact Award honoree on how she blends her artistry and social conscience.

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

Meghan Markle shares sweet video of Lilibet’s American accent for first time

Meghan Markle shares sweet video of Lilibet’s American accent for first time - The Duchess shared a clip of her and her daughter making jam

Forgotten Shows From The Golden Age Of Television

There are some quality TV shows from the golden age of television that we’ve forgotten—let’s take a moment to remember them now.

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

‘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

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. […]

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?

Can You Ace This Music Quiz? 15 Questions Every 60s–70s Fan Should Know!

Can You Ace This Music Quiz? 15 Questions Every 60s–70s Fan Should Know!

15 Musicians Who Were Discovered in the Strangest Ways

15 Musicians Who Were Discovered in the Strangest Ways

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

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 14 Best Comedy Movies of All Time—From The Naked Gun to Modern Classics

The 14 Best Comedy Movies of All Time—From The Naked Gun to Modern Classics

The 12 Most Intriguing Career Evolutions In Hollywood History

Well, Hollywood reinvention is more than just plot lines in movies. It's real life for some of our favorite stars. Careers shift, images evolve, and sometimes, the final act looks nothing like the opening scene.

The Biggest Netflix Flops of All Time

Alicia Vikander picks the most underrated film from her career

Alicia Vikander picks the most underrated film from her career - Oscar winner says her chosen film has grown in popularity in recent years

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.

Justin Timberlake and Travis Kelce Enjoy a Dance Break at Festive Golf Tournament in Las Vegas

Travis joined his brother Jason in Sin City for the pop star's 2025 8AM Golf Invitational.

The Biggest Stars Ever To Hit Broadway (Ranked)

Broadway's brightest stars dazzled us with soaring vocals and gravity-defying choreography, creating unforgettable moments that left audiences spellbound. Ready for a front-row seat? Read on.

The Worst Movies of All Time

Movie Magic: 13 Soundtracks That Became Global Hits

Movie Magic: 13 Soundtracks That Became Global Hits