The Godfather Was Made So Mario Puzo Could Pay Off a Gambling Debt

Hundreds of gangster movies have been made in Hollywood. Yet,The Godfatherremains the sharpest, caustic take on the Cosa Nostra world and the extensive assortment of hoodlums, hangers-on, and businessmen that populate it. The behind-the-scenes facts about the production process of the gangster classic are as interesting as the movie itself. Paramount saw the potential in the story beforeMario Puzo’s novel had even matured from manuscript to paperback, but the journey to completion would take many interesting turns....

June 14, 2025 · 5 min · 871 words · David Mullen

The Good Doctor Spinoff Series The Good Lawyer in the Works at ABC

Ahead of the premiere of season 6 on ABC, it has been announced thatThe Good Doctorwill be getting a spinoff series. Based on the South Korean series of the same name,The Good Doctorfirst premiered on ABC in 2017. Starring Freddie Highmore in the lead, the show has garnered great acclaim and will debut its upcoming sixth season on Jun 23, 2025. PerDeadline, there are plans in place at ABC for a spinoff to be developed calledThe Good Lawyer....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 534 words · Laura Smith

The Most Anticipated Sitcoms and Comedy Shows Still to Come in Summer 2022

2022 has been a great year for the arrival of fresh new comedy series, with works likePeacemaker, Shining Vale, andMurdervilleall receiving incredible audience responses. For the summer of 2022, the line-up of shows is no joke! It’s about to get super exciting in the world of comedy. From classic British slapstick comedies, to animated sitcoms, here are the most anticipated sitcoms and comedy shows still to come in 2022: 7The Lake - June 03, 2025 Created by Julian Doucet(Killjoys),The Lakeis Amazon Prime’s first scripted Canadian Original series....

June 14, 2025 · 5 min · 895 words · Sara Hanson

The Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson Trailer Asks: What If O.J. Didn't Do It?

The Murder of Nicole Brown Simpsonwill be released in theaters and on VOD next month, and a new trailer for the true crime movie has been released online. Starring Mena Suvari (American Pie) as Nicole Brown Simpson, the movie takes some creative liberties by suggesting everything we thought we knew about her infamous double-homicide is completely wrong. You can see what I mean by watching the official trailer below. Though based on true events,The Murder of Nicole Brown Simpsonintroduces the idea that real-life serial killer Glen Rogers, a....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 530 words · Thomas Baker

The Nun Awakens in First Look at New Conjuring Spin-Off

We have our first look and plot details from the upcomingConjuringspin-off,The Nun. During this modern, mainstream horror resurgence we’ve seen in recent years, Warner Bros. and New Line have largely been leading the pack and much of that has to do withThe Conjuringuniverse of movies. This year, they’re continuing their string of spin-offs withThe Nun, which centers on the demon nun Valak first featured inThe Conjuring 2. Now, we have our first image of the character, as well as a synopsis for the upcoming movie....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 483 words · Mr. Jason Martin DDS

These Adam Sandler Movies All Have the Same Easter Egg

Adam Sandleris one of his generation’s most iconic comedy actors. His early works,Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore, The Waterboy, The Wedding Singer, etc., are among the most well-known and acclaimed. While later movies have seen a more “mixed” critical reception, Sandler has no doubt made his mark. But what if there was a secret Easter egg in several of his movies? And what if that Easter egg was hidden in plain sight?...

June 14, 2025 · 5 min · 899 words · Dustin Carroll

Tupac Biopic Gets Summer 2017 Release Date

After a long time in development and a lot of uncertainty, theTupac Shakurbiopic is finally coming to theaters. Morgan Creek Entertainment recently closed a deal with Lionsgate’s Summit Entertainment, who are now going to be releasingAll Eyez On me. As exciting as that is, even more exciting for fans of the late rapper is that the movie is coming out this summer. According toThe Hollywood Reporter,All Eyez On Meis set to for release on June 16, which puts it right in the heart of the summer movie season....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 502 words · Sean Carroll

Twhip Up Limited-Edition Spider-Man Library Cards at NYPL Branches October 11

Thanks to a partnership between Marvel Comics and the New York Public Library, patrons will be able to thwip up a limited edition library card featuring the image of Spider-Man himself. The special-edition card celebrates the 60th anniversary of the superhero’s first appearance inAmazing Fantasy#15 by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko and the launch of the Library’s Open House week. The Spider-Man card will be available at NYPL branches throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island beginning on Tuesday, July 29, 2025....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 531 words · Candice Jones

Unfrosted: Jerry Seinfeld Will Direct and Star in Pop-Tarts Movie Based on Famous Joke

Yes, it’s true.Jerry Seinfeldwill tackle the origins of the Pop Tart in a new movie for Netflix. Per Deadline, the streamer has just greenlit a new movie with the iconic comedian on board to direct, produce, and star in a leading role. Heavily inspired by a famous joke told on stage about the invention of the Pop Tart, Seinfeld also co-wrote the screenplay with Spike Feresten and Barry Marder. Production will start next spring....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · Anthony Long

Warner Bros. Responds to Harry Potter Creator's Controversial Transgender Comments

It’s been a troubling few days forHarry Potterfans, as JK Rowling has ignited a massive controversy online through her view on transgender rights. Fans and industry professionals alike have taken issue with the best-selling author’s assertion that transwomen are not real women. Now Warner Bros. has also waded into the matter, issuing the following statement. “The events in the last several weeks have firmed our resolve as a company toconfront difficult societal issues....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 485 words · Amy Fisher

Why Chris Evans' Captain America Will Probably Never Return to the MCU

Avengers: Endgamesaw Chris Evans’Captain Americaleave the Marvel Cinematic Universe behind. The actor had hinted multiple times before the release of the last installment andInfinity Warthat he was preparing to leave. Robert Downey Jr. echoed the same sentiment in that both actors wanted to leave the party on their own before being asked to leave. In a new interview,Endgamescreenwriters Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely reveal that they don’t think it would be wise to bring Evans back into the fold....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 479 words · Kelsey Pruitt

Why We Don't Need a Live-Action Minecraft Movie

Minecraft, to be blunt, is a giant toy box. That’s not to deride one of the most financially successful video games of all time – quite the opposite, actually. The game arguably became such a smash hit with just about everyone because of how approachable it is and how the experience can be melded and shaped into just about anything you desire. Do you want a hardcore survival experience? Do you want to just build stuff with your friends?...

June 14, 2025 · 5 min · 884 words · Elizabeth Murphy

X-Men Vs. Fantastic Four Talks Once Happened with Bourne Director Paul Greengrass

At one time, long ago, in a galaxy a lot like this one, 20th Century Fox were planning a huge cinematic comic book event akin toCivil Warthat would have brought together all their Marvel properties includingThe X-Men,Fantastic Four,Daredevil, andDeadpool. Back in 2019,X-Men: First Classscreenwriter Zack Stentz revealed a few scant details about the project, claiming thatJason Bournedirector Paul Greengrass would have been at the helm. Well, while he does not give away any further details, Greengrass has now confirmed that this was indeed the plan....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 509 words · Rebekah Snyder