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Some movies aren't surprising at all, but others are very much so. Here's our list of 32 movies you might not have known earned over a billion dollars at the box office.

32 Movies That Earned Over $1 Billion That May Surprise You

There’s an argument to be made that perfection is unattainable, or even something abstract. It definitely feels that way when it comes to entertainment, because, even when it comes to all-time favorites, there are usually nitpicks or tiny things wrong, at the very least. Perfection might be a good thing to aim for, because the closer one gets to it, the better… but achieving it quite literally is exceedingly difficult, if not impossible.

10 Sci-Fi Movies That Were Almost Perfect

After weeks of creepy trailers and very good pre-release buzz, Neon’s long-awaited Longlegs finally hit theaters this weekend. Directed by Osgood Perkins, attention on the Maika Monore and Nicolas Cage-led horror thriller has built up a lot of goodwill, and that appears to have paid off big time at the theater.

Longlegs Hits Theaters and Becomes a Record-Setter at the Box Office

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Fans eagerly waiting for the sequel to Kevin Costner's Horizon: An American Saga will not be happy to hear the film's release has been delayed. Deadline reports Chapter 2 will not be hitting theaters on Aug. 16 as it was originally scheduled. In fact, it may not be hitting theaters...

Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon’ Sequel Pulled From August Release

The '90s are easily one of the most iconic and acclaimed decades when it comes to the medium of animation, with some of the most beloved and critically acclaimed animated films of all time coming from the decade. Ranging from massive box office juggernauts like The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast to films that greatly influenced the medium going forward like Toy Story and The Prince of Egypt to cult classics like Perfect Blue and The Iron Giant.

The 10 Worst Animated Movies of the '90s, According to Letterboxd

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

I've seen Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F and believe Netflix should've released this in theaters first.

After Watching Eddie Murphy’s Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, I’m Convinced Netflix Should’ve Given It A Wide Release In Theaters

Michael Keaton’s Bruce Wayne/Batman is returning in a “direct sequel” to Tim Burton’s Batman (1989) later this year, so it’s only “fitting” that he gets a new Batsuit. Michael Keaton’s Batsuit is one of the most iconic in the entire Batman franchise. Its...

Michael Keaton’s New Batsuit Revealed Ahead of Upcoming ‘Batman’ (1989) Sequel

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Quentin Tarantino has strong opinions about Daniel Craig's James Bond films, with the Oscar-winning director calling "Skyfall" the actor's worst 007 movie.

Quentin Tarantino Doesn't Like Daniel Craig's Skyfall For One Reason

Marvel star Ryan Reynolds, who is known for portraying Wade Wilson, AKA Deadpool, on the big screen, has spoken out about the now-scrapped third movie. In just three weeks, Ryan Reynolds will return as the Merc with a Mouth Deadpool for the first time since 2018. Joined by his real-life friend and legacy Marvel star, Hugh Jackman (Logan/Wolverine), the pair will make their official Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in director Shawn Levy’s Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).

Disney Scraps ‘Deadpool 3,’ Marvel Icon Ryan Reynolds Weighs In

Jon Landau, the award-winning producer behind James Cameron's blockbusters Titanic and Avatar has died. He was 63. Landau died after a battle with cancer, the Wrap reported. "Jon was a visionary whose extraordinary talent and passion brought some of the most unforgettable stories to life on the big screen," Disney Entertainment co-chair Alan Bergman said in a statement.

'Titanic' producer Jon Landau dies at 63

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Believe it or not, House of the Dragon Season 2 only has three episodes left. The show is finally amping up the action, but there’s precious little time remaining to not only incorporate everything that was promised for this season, but also set up what’s to come in Season 3.

House of the Dragon is About to Introduce its Most Important Character Yet

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Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

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For years, Kevin Costner’s Waterworld was synonymous in Hollywood with mega-bucks flop. This weekend, some are wondering whether his new western opus, Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 1  will bring new meaning to biting the dust. It bombed out of the gate, earning just $11 million despite a hefty budget of $100 million and $30 million in marketing. Aimed at fans of of the hit cable show Yellowstone, Costner hoped the film would resonate with middle America, but instead it failed to attract a significant audience, landing third in box office rankings behind Inside Out 2 and A...

Kevin Costner’s Western ‘Horizon’ Is a Box Office Disaster

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Netflix has confirmed a release date for "His Three Daughters" — here's when you can stream this critically acclaimed drama.

My most anticipated Netflix movie of the year just scored 100% on Rotten Tomatoes — here's when you can watch it

The word “underrated” gets thrown around a lot, to the point where maybe it’s one descriptor that’s overrated… or just overused. And here, it’s going to get used again; one more instance of it being thrown around, or thrown onto the pile. But it’s fun, you know? Highlighting underrated titles can be a win-win. Those who haven’t heard of such titles can check them out, and those who have can feel good about themselves for having already done some deep-digging.

The 10 Most Underrated Sci-Fi Movies, Ranked

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'Cobra Kai' and 'Too Hot to Handle' drop new seasons alongside the premiere of new titles like 'Homicide: Los Angeles.'

Every TV Show, Movie, and Original Coming to Netflix This Week (July 15)

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Why the Best Year For Blockbusters Was 2007

In May 2007, something weird happened. Three major franchises released the third movie in each of their respective series in the span of a few weeks:....

Why the Best Year For Blockbusters Was 2007

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