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Larry David’s New Show Blisters American Idiocy
David’s new HBO comedy series, Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, blisters American idiocy—and his old friend in particular.
The Best Sex Movies of 2026 (So Far)
From ‘Pillion’ to ‘Wuthering Heights’ and ‘Paying for It,’ these are the films bringing real heat to theaters.
What Johnny Knoxville Learned from ‘Jackass’
Don’t try this at home.
A New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Movie Is Coming Together
The Hunt for Gollum will see Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood return to their iconic Middle-earth roles.
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What Would David Chase Change About The Sopranos?
The famed TV creator has a few thoughts about his HBO classic.
Why Did the Emmys Snub Taylor Sheridan Again?
Even with heavyweights Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell, and Sam Elliott leading his shows, the Television Academy still won’t nominate the TV creator.
The ‘Dune Part 3’ Trailer Shows Paul Atriedes’ End
Timothée Chalamet’s world-weary god-king now wears stress and guilt on his mug.
The Biggest Snubs and Surprises from the Emmy Noms
We’re hyped for Jason Bateman’s quadruple punch and BEEF supremacy but wondering why just about everyone in The Pitt was nominated except for Supriya Ganesh.
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Why a Movie About OpenAI Terrified Hollywood
Luca Guadagnino’s business biopic is said to be scathing. Is that why Amazon dropped it?
The 26 Best Movies to Watch on the Fourth of July
Find the best Fourth of July movies to stream, from Jaws and The Sandlot to Independence Day, Hamilton, National Treasure, and more.
Will Craig Gillespie’s ‘Supergirl’ Shock Us All?
In a time when superheroes movies have never looked more vulnerable, the filmmaker behind I, Tonya is about to give the genre a much-needed shot in the arm.
The 15 Best Father's Day Movies
If you press play on 'Field of Dreams,' they will come.
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Can ‘Dutton Ranch’ Stay Great Without Sheridan?
The Yellowstone creator reportedly shared his ideas for season 2—even if he’s no longer holding the reins.
Rob Reiner, in His Final TV Appearance, Rips Trump
The HBO sketch show Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness surprised us all this weekend.
The 16 Best TV Shows of 2026 (So Far)
The small screen has remained excellent this summer—although there’s one show of the year, without question.
Big Changes Are Coming In Dutton Ranch Season 2
The Yellowstone spinoff has a new villain and a different showrunner. But is the Marshals crossover still on the table?
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The 10 Best Albums of 2026 (So Far)
Halfway through 2026, the year’s best albums have met the chaos with fury, absurdity, and a little hope.
Music Festivals Suck, Right? An Investigation.
I’m pretty sure the last thing I want in the world is to fork over a bunch of money for access to $19 beers, stinky toilets, and a schedule I can’t decipher. I decided to take a chance at being proven wrong.
What I’ve Learned: Clive Davis
“A real headliner is someone that can take Madison Square Garden and make it a living room.”
The 25 Most American Songs of All Time
Covering a nation’s musical history in twenty-five slots is an impossible task. We did it anyway.
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The 16 Best Summer Books of 2026
Stuff your suitcase, fire up the Kindle, and lose yourself in a great read.
What Does Taylor Sheridan Know About Prison?
Does the Yellowstone creator really know anything about incarcerated life? John J. Lennon had a copy of Sheridan’s new book sent to his cell bars to find out.
The 26 Most American Books of All Time
Making appearances: at least three presidents, a handful of Pulitzer prize winners, a white whale, and a very nice pig.
What to Read After Watching ‘Project Hail Mary’
After the Ryan Gosling film’s massive opening weekend, there’s no denying the sci-fi hit—and its stellar source material.
