Game of Thrones’ disappointing finale lost sight of what made the series so great

Five years ago, Game of Thrones went out not with a bang, but a profoundly disappointing whimper. What exactly went wrong?

Features         May 19, 2024

The Strangers: Chapter 1 review: a dull horror retread

The Strangers: Chapter 1 is a disappointingly by-the-numbers follow-up to its iconic 2008 predecessor. The film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         May 17, 2024

Now is the perfect time to start watching Doctor Who

Whether you know a little or nothing about the show, here's why now is the perfect time to start watching Doctor Who.

Features         May 17, 2024

It’s time to leave Netflix’s binge-release model behind for good

If the recent releases of Fallout, Ripley, and 3 Body Problem have proven one thing, it's that it's time for Hollywood to leave Netflix's binge model behind.

Features         May 16, 2024

Star Wars: The Phantom Menace is better and worse than you remember

It's been 25 years since The Phantom Menace was universally rejected by Star Wars fans. Does the film come across better or worse now than it did in 1999?

Features         May 11, 2024

Doctor Who review: a promising era, but a rocky start

Doctor Who kicks off its promising new era with a pair of surprisingly forgettable episodes. The sci-fi series returns Friday, May 10 at 7 p.m. ET on Disney+.

Entertainment Reviews         May 10, 2024

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review: a great, thoughtful sci-fi sequel

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is a worthy addition to one of Hollywood's best franchises. The film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         May 10, 2024

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ ending, explained

Here's everything you need to know about the ending of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.

Streaming Guides         May 9, 2024

The Fall Guy review: a near-perfect summer blockbuster

The Fall Guy will remind you why you fell in love with movies in the first place. The Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt-led film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         May 3, 2024

From Ryan Gosling to Furiosa: a preview of 2024’s promising blockbuster summer season

From The Fall Guy and Furiosa to Deadpool & Wolverine, 2024's summer movie season is shaping up to be the best in years.

Features         April 30, 2024

Challengers review: one of the most entertaining movies of 2024 so far

Challengers is a thrilling sports drama and a fascinating romance. The new, Zendaya-led film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         April 26, 2024

5 years ago, Game of Thrones aired its last great episode. Here’s why it still holds up

It's been five years since the premiere of Game of Thrones' last great episode. Here's what makes A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms so special even now.

Features         April 24, 2024

We need to stop taking Guy Ritchie for granted

Guy Ritchie, director of The Gentlemen and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, deserves more praise than he gets.

Features         April 23, 2024

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare review: a breezy action romp

Guy Ritchie's The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is a slight, but immensely fun WWII thriller. The Henry Cavill-led movie is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         April 19, 2024

Abigail review: a wacky thrill ride that has plenty of bite

Abigail is a gloriously gory vampire horror movie. The new Melissa Barrera and Dan Stevens-led film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         April 18, 2024

Abigail’s ending, explained

Here's everything you need to know about the ending of the new vampire horror film Abigail.

Streaming Guides         April 18, 2024

The Sympathizer review: a masterful spy thriller

HBO and Park Chan-wook's The Sympathizer is a startlingly great miniseries that you won't ever want to look away from.

Entertainment Reviews         April 14, 2024

Civil War review: an unforgettable action epic

Alex Garland's Civil War is a jolting and terrifying dystopian action movie set in a near-future America. It's now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         April 12, 2024

Forget Netflix and chill: This is the best streaming service for binge watching on weekends

Looking for a Netflix alternative for your weekend entertainment that doesn't break the bank? Here's why this underrated streamer may be your best option.

Features         April 12, 2024

All of Shane Black’s movies, ranked

From Iron Man 3 to The Nice Guys, here are all of Shane Black's movies, ranked.

Streaming Guides         April 9, 2024

Monkey Man review: an intense, surreal revenge action movie

Dev Patel's Monkey Man is an unwieldy, feverish revenge action movie. It's now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         April 5, 2024

Netflix’s 3 Body Problem is missing the one thing that made Game of Thrones great

Netflix's new hit series 3 Body Problem, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss' follow-up to Game of Thrones, falls short of greatness for one frustrating reason.

Features         March 28, 2024

What happened to the Ghostbusters franchise?

The Ghostbusters franchise has changed a lot over the past 40 years — for better or worse.

Features         March 26, 2024

Immaculate review: a gripping, lean Catholic horror movie

Sydney Sweeney's scream queen turn anchors Immaculate, director Michael Mohan's succinct new slice of religious horror. The film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         March 22, 2024

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire review: a fun and goofy sci-fi sequel

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is a goofy sci-fi blockbuster that will both entertain you and leave you wanting more from it. The film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         March 22, 2024

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’s ending, explained

Here's everything you need to know about Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire's icy ending.

Streaming Guides         March 21, 2024

Road House review: an unhinged, stupid, and fun remake of an ’80s action classic

Jake Gyllenhaal shines in a Road House remake that is a sloppy but fun time. The Doug Liman-directed film premieres Thursday, March 21 on Amazon Prime Video.

Entertainment Reviews         March 21, 2024

5 underrated Netflix animated shows you should watch in 2024

In the mood for an animated adventure? Here are five underrated Netflix animated TV shows you should watch this year.

Streaming Guides         March 19, 2024

Love Lies Bleeding review: The gnarliest crime story of the year

Love Lies Bleeding is a crime thriller that wants you to believe in the full, horrifying power of love. The Kristen Stewart-led film is now playing in theaters.

Entertainment Reviews         March 15, 2024

Damsel review: Netflix’s latest fantasy adventure is a trip worth taking

Netflix's Damsel is an entertaining and endearing fantasy adventure. The Millie Bobby Brown-led film is streaming now on Netflix.

Entertainment Reviews         March 8, 2024

Spaceman review: a moody sci-fi drama that comes up short

Netflix's Spaceman is a ponderous sci-fi film that doesn't give Adam Sandler or Carey Mulligan enough to do.

Entertainment Reviews         March 1, 2024

Like the hit Hulu series Shōgun? Then watch these 5 great movies right now

Here are five great movies that you should check out if you like FX's epic new miniseries, Shōgun.

Streaming Guides         March 1, 2024

Shōgun review: 2024’s first great show is an epic, Game of Thrones-style drama

FX's Shōgun is a densely plotted, frequently astonishing historical drama. Its first two episodes are streaming now on Hulu.

Entertainment Reviews         February 27, 2024

What Netflix’s live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender gets right about the animated series

Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender isn't a perfect adaptation, but it does understand a lot about what made the original animated series so special.

Features         February 26, 2024