10 Movie Franchises That Were Influenced by the James Bond Series

TheJames Bondfranchise is among the most popular ongoing film sagas of all-time, as the series has managed to generateenthusiasm for new installmentsever sinceSean Connerymade his debut as 007 inDr. Noback in 1962. While there have been many film franchises that simply collapsed after a few installments, the Bond formula has proven to be effective, as the series still has a very bright future ahead of it. Hollywood has become more dominated by sequels than ever before, as almost all of the highest grossing films of a given year are based on a previously existing property....

July 21, 2025 · 9 min · 1857 words · Adam Jones

10 Shows To Watch if You Love 'Family Guy'

With over twenty seasons to its name,Family Guyhas cemented its place as a classic animated sitcom that leaves few topics untouched. Known for its bold and boundary-pushing style, the show uses cutaway gags and irreverent humor to explore social issues and pop culture in often outrageous ways. Set in Quahog, Rhode Island, it follows the lives of the Griffin family: Peter (Seth MacFarlane), his wife Lois (Alex Borstein), their children Meg (Mila Kunis), Chris (Seth Green) and Stewie (MacFarlane), and their anthropomorphic dog, Brian (MacFarlane)....

July 21, 2025 · 13 min · 2587 words · Jason Hall

15 Best Couples on 'Love Island UK,' Ranked

In 2015, ITV Studios launchedLove Island UK, a reboot of the previous celebrity version of the series which only ran for two seasons (2005-2006). The revitalizedreality TVseries was such a hit across the pond that it spawned a whopping 22 different franchises across the globe – including Australia, France, andthe USA– as well asLove Island GamesandLove Island UK All-Stars, which are both available on Peacock. Ultimately, a dating show,Love Island UK,has inspired so many devoted viewers because of the Islanders;fans want to see them succeed in finding love....

July 21, 2025 · 12 min · 2472 words · Robert Perkins

6 Years Before 'Happy Gilmore 2,' Adam Sandler and Benny Safdie's First Collab Gave Us the Sandman's Greatest Film Ever

If you wereAdam Sandler, you’d putBenny Safdiein every movie of yours after extracting the best performance in your career from you. Among the star-studded cast inHappy Gilmore 2, Safdie, who co-directed Sandler inUncut Gemswith his brother,Josh Safdie, has a pivotal role as Frank Manatee, the CEO of the rivaling Maxi Golf league and overarching antagonist. When watching the new Netflix film, which is uniquely charming but ultimately frivolous, you’ll be reminded of the last time Sandler and Safdiegot together in 2019,where they brought magic to the screen in this bustling and frantic tale of gambling excess in the sportsbook and life in general....

July 21, 2025 · 4 min · 795 words · Adam Mullen

65 Release Date: Adam Driver Dinosaur Movie Moves Up

Audiences will be able to see theAdam Driver-starring action thriller a little earlier now as65has officially moved up its release date to March 10, according to a recent report fromDeadline. Initially, the film was set to debut on March 17, which would have pitted itself against the release ofShazam! Fury of the Gods. The change in the65’s release schedule is the latest in several, with the film previously slated to release as far back asMay 13, 2022....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 446 words · Crystal Maddox

AMC Theaters Changing Prices Based on Seat Location

Next time you head down to your localAMC Theatre, you might find yourself paying slightly more than you first anticipated. The biggest cinema chain in the United States has today announced a new ticket pricing initiative called Sightline at AMC, where guests will pay differing prices based on the seat location within the auditorium. Customers will be given the option to pay more or less depending on the location of their seat within the screening room itself....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Jordan Taylor

An Old Mustang Offers a Bonding Opportunity in 'Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage' Sneak Peek

Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriagereturned last Thursday, with Georgie (Montana Jordan) returning to his Christian roots in botha profitableandnearly compromisingfashion. The CBS sitcom will premiere the seventh episode of its first season tomorrow. The coming episode is set to bring into core focus, the changing relationship dynamics that exist between the McAllisters and their house guests, as the parents try to bond with the younger ones, including Connor (Dougie Baldwin). The episode is titled, “An Old Mustang,” and the official logline reads:...

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 554 words · Jonathan Fowler

Ant-Man 3: Kathryn Newton Reveals Cassie Lang Will Be Kind of a Mess

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumaniais emerging to be one of the most anticipated Marvel Studios projects coming next year. WhileLokigave us a glimpse ofJonathan Majoras He Who Remains, the upcoming movie will be our first proper introduction to Kang the Conqueror.Paul RuddandEvangeline Lilyreturn to their titular roles and will be joined byKathryn Newtonas Cassie Lang aka Stature, along withMichelle Pfeifferas Janet Van Dyne andMichael Douglasas Hank Pym. In a recent interview withEntertainment TonightNewton shared her experience working with the marvelous cast and her take on Cassie....

July 21, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Michael Richardson

Black Monday Season 2 Trailer Finds Don Cheadle in a Gnarly 80s Wig

Black Mondaylooks fun as hell. The trailer for the second season of the stock market crime dramedy boasts a killer core cast ofDon Cheadle,Regina Hall,Andrew Rannells, andPaul Scheerin the most ridiculously delightful 1980s getups (someone needs to GIF Scheer roller skating, stat). It boasts delicious cinematography, cut together with the stylish panache of aScorsese, aBoogie Nights, aHustlers. And it boasts the promise of downfall, of reckoning, of consequences, of Cheadle’s truly bonkers hairstyle....

July 21, 2025 · 2 min · 388 words · Jessica Lopez

Carrie-Anne Moss & Mike Colter on Jessica Jones, Luke Cage

As I said when I postedmy interview with showrunnerMelissa RosenbergandKrysten Ritterthe other day, if you were nervousJessica Jonesmight be a watered down version of the character, or that Marvel and Netflix would shy away from the adult elements of theAliascomic by writerBrian Michael Bendisand artistMichael Gaydos, you can relax. I’ve seen the first two episodes of the upcoming Netflix show and was extremely impressed by the adult themes the series was willing to deal with and show in the Marvel universe....

July 21, 2025 · 18 min · 3726 words · Kendra Thompson

Citymapper Apple Watch Integration: Navigating Urban Transit with Ease

Citymapper provides detailed navigation tailored for urban areas with transit options such as buses and trains. Users looking for efficient trip planning will find real-time information valuable. The app’s integration with Apple Watch brings convenience and accessibility to a new level, allowing travelers to get directions and updates directly on their wrist. Using Citymapper on the Apple Watch simplifies city navigation. The app offers turn-by-turn instructions for public transportation, walking, cycling, and scooters....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 573 words · Melanie Andrews

Collider Kids: Exclusive PJ Masks Images Reveal Moonstruck Episode

Here at Collider, we cover a lot of stuff, be itStar Wars, superheroes, or cinephile fare, and everything from movies and TV, to video games and web series. There’s something for everyone. But there’s so much stuff out there that sometimes our younger audience members get left out. So every once in a while, we’d like to shine a spotlight on some family-friendly content that parents and caregivers can confidently watch with the little ones....

July 21, 2025 · 7 min · 1414 words · Lori Bernard

Daredevil Season 3: Joanne Whalley on Sister Maggie

Earlier this year, Netflix invited a group of journalists to the Brooklyn set ofMarvel’s Daredevil. The streaming network was deep into production on season 3, so we got a great sense of a story that seems to be a return to basics of sorts for the superhero series after the mystical, Hand-based madness of season 2 andThe Defenders. In addition to getting a glimpse of Matt Murdock’s new church basement hideout and Wilson Fisk’s fresh-out-of-jail penthouse apartment, we got a chance to talk to starsCharlie Cox,Deborah Ann Woll,Elden Henson, andJoanne Whalley—who plays a new character, Sister Maggie—who all seemed genuinely jazzed about the grittier street-level direction new showrunnerErik Olesonis taking the series....

July 21, 2025 · 12 min · 2431 words · Matthew Park