Horroris a medium built by death, with the terrifying fates of its protagonists unnerving viewers not only with their thematic significance but how ruthlessly they’re carried out. Recent years have seen an increase in filmmakers trying out “creative” ways to disturb audiences; fromTerrifiertoTalk to Me, there’s been an onslaught of kills that are as unique as they are disgusting. The latest addition to this trend isOsgood Perkins’The Monkey,aStephen Kingadaptation that follows a pair of twins whose lives are torn apart by a toy monkey that just so happens to love murdering people....

TheFast & Furiousfranchise is one that you either get or you don’t. And those of us who love it do so with our entire chest. Mainly because it is filled with rich characters that are willing to die for each other because family is all that they have. Obviously, Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) is of the utmost importance to the story as a whole, but he’s not the only character who makes the franchise what it is....

Season 1 of Paramount+‘sHalokicked off with a bang. In the first episode, viewers are introduced to Master Chief (Pablo Schreiber) and Silver Team as they rush in to defend againsta Covenant invasion on the planet Madrigal. While it was action-packed, it also set the course for the entire series as the Chief began to recover the memories of his childhood after touching a relic on the planet, and it set up the UNSC as more than just some benevolent organization fighting an alien threat....

Adam Drivertook to Studio 8H to hostSaturday Night Livethis week with musical guestOlivia Rodrigoand gave us a solid episode to get us into the holiday spirit. The fourth time that Driver has hosted the show, he was there to promote his new filmFerrarifrom directorMichael Mannand brought his level of charm and comedic timing to the night and was all-around just a great host as always. Sometimes, especially inthe case ofSaturday Night Live, the cold open and monologue can make or break the show and this week, we got see a packed open portion of the show which set the tone for the rest of Driver’s night....

Editor’s note: The below contains spoilers for Episodes 1 & 2 of The Acolyte. The first episodes ofThe Acolyteare finally here, and, with them, a whole new bunch of awesome Star Wars characters for us to get to know. This includesthe internet’s current favorite, Jedi Knight Yord Fandar (Charlie Barnett), who questions Osha Aniseya (Amandla Stenberg) about the murder of Master Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss) and later joins Master Sol’s (Lee Jung-jae) team to investigate the whole affair....

Adventure movies have broad appeal because they feature universal themes and escapism from the real world. Adventure movies also often feature thrilling action that puts characters at a crossroads. There is often nostalgia associated with adventure movies since many of them go on to become classics. This allows each new generation to discover these stories. Adventure stories for the whole family also often feature widely applicable moral lessons told through the journey itself....

Philadelphia is known by many as the home of the Liberty Bell, cheesesteaks, and feral sports fans, but the city is also the home of some amazingtelevision series.As an integral facet of American history and culture since the very beginning, the City of Brotherly Love is brimming with stories of every genre.Police procedurals,sitcoms, and whatever genrePretty Little Liarsiscan all call Philly home. WithAbbott ElementaryandIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiaon the cusp of joining forces forthe most important crossover in PhiladelphiasinceGeorge Washingtonsailed the Delaware,there’s no better time to review Philadelphia’s TV history....

With characters as diverse and exciting as the spandex-clad heroes found in the pages of DC and Marvel Comics, a superhero’s name has to encapsulate the very essence of the character it represents.Among the vast array of comic book heroeslining shelves around the globe,certain names stand out, whether they be iconic, evocative, or just plain awesome. From the cerebral authority of Professor X to the undeniable anti-hero appeal of a gruff horned monster named Hellboy, these names not only define their heroes but also reflect their unique designs and badass legacies....

In just a couple of weeks we’ll be able to witnessSquealer, the newhorror-thriller moviebased onterrifying real events. In order to give us a better sense of the story, Lionsgate shared with Collider an exclusive clip that sheds a new light into how scary pigs can be. We can now unveil the disturbing sneak peek to you and remind you that the movie is slated to premiere in early November. If you already have swinophobia, however, we advise you to stay away from it....

20th Century Fox has released the first trailer forAlita: Battle Angel. Based on the graphic novel seriesBattle Angel AlitabyYukito Kishiro, the story takes place in the 26th century and revolves around an amnesiac female cyborg who is rescued from a scrapyard by a doctor, rebuilt, and then set on a path of hunting down vicious criminals. This movie has been in the works for a very long time, withJames Cameroncomingthiscloseto directing in the mid-2000s before choosingAvataras his next project instead....

Only Murders in the Buildinghas returned for its fourth season, bigger and better than ever. And while this is an exciting feat, it’s also become a testament tothe long-running, legendary acting duoofSteve MartinandMartin Short. First meeting in the mid-80s forThree Amigos!,the two have since been attached at the hip, collaborating on all things comedy and musical on the big and small screens. It’s a highly impressive achievement, especially in such a changing business....

Withshowrunnersand actors (and thenshowrunners again) leaping over the side of the Viking ship and delays pushing production back, it’s been a long, bumpy road forAmerican Godsseason 2. But the premiere is finally right around the corner, and a new, two-minute-long trailer reveals that any of the behind-the-scenes hullabaloo hasn’t stopped Starz’s battle-of-the-deities drama from being one of the most dazzling series on TV. Season 2 will pick up where season 1 left off, with Shadow Moon (Ricky Whittle) diving headfirst into Mr....

During a break in filming on the set ofJames Wan’sAquamanlast year in Australia, I got to participate in a group interview withYahya Abdul-Mateen II. While you might not yet know his name, I’m pretty confident after you seeAquaman, that’s going to change. I say this because of what I saw and learned on set. In the film, Abdul-Mateen II is going to cause a lot of drama for Aquaman as Black Manta, and it’s only going to get worse if they get to make sequels....