While franchise entertainment has become a pillar of 21st-century cinema, few sagas have been able to match the pop-culture impact and phenomenal quality of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Following Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood) and his allies on their quest to destroy the one ring, the film series has become an enduring icon of modern film for its incredible story, breathtaking visual display, awe-inspiring action sequences, and, of course, its many fantastic characters.

The 10 Best Duos in ‘The Lord of the Rings,' Ranked

It’s tough to pick the creepiest villains in all of Middle-earth. As scary as the Dark Lord Sauron is throughout The Lord of the Rings, the Orcs are fairly terrifying, too. And in The Hobbit, you’ve got the introduction of Gollum, not to mention the wicked dragon Smaug. Now, with Season 2 of The Rings of Power, one variety of Middle-earth monster will be making its onscreen debut, and these creatures are older than Ringwraiths and Trolls put together. Never before fully seen in a live-action version of Lord of the Rings, the wicked Barrow-wights will crash The Rings of Power Season 2. And in doing so, they’ll hopefully help to restore everyone’s appreciation of a very underrated section of The Fellowship of the Ring.

Tolkien’s Best Forgotten Monsters Will Finally Make Rings of Power Go Full Horror

Noah Hawley’s Alien series is a project that a lot of fans are curious about. The creator has teases the show’s story several times, but until we watch the show play out, we really don’t know what to expect. One thing that we do know is that...

ALIEN Series Star Shares How the Story Will Appeal to Fans

The upcoming second season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power promises to delve deeper into the character of Sauron, previously known as Halbrand. This shift was hinted at in an interview with showrunner Patrick McKay, who explained, If you had to pick one reason to make this show and set it in this era of the mythology, that’s it. From minute one, we talked about Milton’s Paradise Lost, Walter White and Tony Soprano, and how Sauron has the potential to be like these great villain-heroes – hero meaning protagonist.

The Rings of Power Season 2 Explores Sauron’s Transformation into Annatar

Every year, the television landscape is marked by the cancellation of numerous shows, leaving fans reeling and wondering what could have gone wrong. While it’s common to assume that underperforming ratings or poor critical reception are the primary reasons for a show’s demise, the truth is often more complex. In reality, a plethora of factors can contribute to a show’s cancellation, including budget constraints, shifting network priorities, and behind-the-scenes drama.

5 Popular TV Shows Cancelled in 2024 Already

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Disney CEO has released a tragic statement after the passing of Disney and Hollywood legend and leader, Jon Landau. The film industry grieves the loss of Jon Landau, a visionary producer whose collaborative spirit and unwavering belief in the power of cinema left an indelible mark. Landau, who passed away at the age of 63, was best known for his groundbreaking partnership with director James Cameron, resulting in some of the highest-grossing films of all time. Landau had been battling cancer for more than a year prior to his passing.

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Jon Landau, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on the "Titanic" and the "Avatar" franchise, has died. He was 63.Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment co-chairman, announced Landau's death in a statement Saturday. No cause of death was given."Jon was a visionary whose extraordinary talent and passion brought some of the most unforgettable stories to life on the big screen. His remarkable contributions to the film industry have left an indelible mark, and he will be profoundly missed. He was an iconic and successful producer yet an even better person and a true force of nature who inspired all...

Jon Landau, "Titanic" and "Avatar" producer, dies at 63

This week’s retro trailer is for the 1990 dystopian action film Prayer of the Rollerboys, which stars Corey Haim. It’s crazy that I remember seeing this movie when it first came out because it was so bad. The story is set in a near-future America ravaged by economic...

Retro Trailer For The 1990 Dystopian Thriller PRAYER OF THE ROLLERBOYS

In a surprising turn of events, Prime Video has decided not to renew the sci-fi/neo-Western drama Outer Range for a third season. The announcement comes nearly two months after the release of the show's seven-episode second season on May 16, leaving fans of the series with unanswered questions and a desire for more. Outer Range stars Josh Brolin as rancher Royal Abbott, a man fiercely fighting for his land and family after stumbling upon a mysterious and dark phenomenon at the edge of Wyoming's wilderness — a foreboding void. Throughout the series, the bizarre void on the west pasture of the Abbott ranch has been a central point of intrigue and suspense. In Season 2, the mystery surrounding the void only deepens, as Royal and his wife Cecelia, played by Lili Taylor, grapple with the disappearance of their granddaughter and the subsequent strain on their family.

Prime Video Just Dropped Devastating 'Outer Range' News

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Universal Pictures has released a great new behind-the-scenes featurette for the upcoming tornado action thriller Twisters. It offers a fun look at what went in to shooting some of the wild action scenes from the film. It looks like this would’ve been a very fun film production to be a part of!

Here's a Cool Behind-The-Scenes Featurette For TWISTERS

Netflix has canceled a new fantasy series that was being developed by the producers of the hit German-language mystery thriller series Dark. The show is titled The Grimm Reality, and it was scrapped despite production already being completed. So, they have a completed show that is now on the shelf.

Netflix Cancels Fantasy Series from DARK Producers After Production Is Completed

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*This article is an update from a previous story about a 14-year-old autistic boy who went missing while on a cruise to Germany. A 14-year-old American boy, Aydin Brown, who disembarked from the Caribbean Princess cruise ship in Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany on July 4th, has been found safe and reunited with his family.

14-Year-Old American Cruise Passenger Found Safe After Missing in German Port

That creative team at corridor crew has released a funny video that features violent work place safety videos. The video is said to be inspired by “OSHA's lack of Darwin Award-related workplace safety videos” and the “Crew takes your lives into their own hands! Remember, death waits around every corner!”

Funny Violent Workplace Safety Videos Created By The Corridor Crew Gang

Of the numerous film genres, none is as quintessentially American as the Western. Often set in the American frontier during the 1800s, Western films have been pivotal to American cinema and pop culture, particularly those featuring iconic cowboys. Though the genre traces its roots back to the inception of cinema,...

Top 10 Classic Western Films You Need to Watch

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“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

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Meet Doc, a tiny Chihuahua with a big heart, now ready for adoption at Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a nonprofit foster-based rescue in Massachusetts. Weighing only 7 lbs, this 6-year-old sweetie is described as a "lovable and happy boy who will bring endless joy to your life."

Meet The Tiny Chihuahua With A Big Personality Looking For Love

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According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

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A pair of migrant families with children living in a homeless encampment in Denver are trying to raise money to buy two trailers with working bathrooms and kitchens, according to Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND.

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THE RINGS OF POWER Season 2 Will Feature Bigger Battles on a \"Much Grander Scale\"

A new image from The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 has been released, and it features Robert Aramayo as Elrond in...

THE RINGS OF POWER Season 2 Will Feature Bigger Battles on a "Much Grander Scale"

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