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Many A-list actors have begun their careers with modest salaries before they hiked it up to millions of dollars. Then, there are actors like Ryan Gosling and George Clooney, who willingly agree to work for breadcrumbs because they see the potential in those films. There are even actors who worked for free just because they were so passionate about the film.

Ryan Gosling as Dan Dunne in Half Nelson | Credits: THINKFilm; George Clooney as Fred W. Friendly in Good Night, and Good Luck. | Credits: Warner Independent Pictures

From Jennifer Lopez to Hilary Swank, the shockingly low salaries of these actors are bound to make you surprised. And fans may weirdly notice the pattern that all of the films in this list of lowest-paid roles are critical and commercial hits.

7. Jennifer Lopez – Hustlers (2019) Jennifer Lopez as Ramona Vega in Hustlers | Credits: STXfilms

Jennifer Lopez worked for free in the critically acclaimed film,...

The month of February is ending soon, which means series and movies will be leaving Netflix. You only have a few days left to catch these gems. There might be almost too much to try to see but so little time.

Don't worry, though. We have some ideas for you if you are in a movie mood. There will still be lots left to watch in March on your favorite streamer, just not these.

The films below are not all Oscar-worthy. That doesn't make them less enjoyable. In fact, sometimes you might just want to sit back and chill to something silly.

Five films to catch before they leave Netflix in FebruaryInception

Before there was Everything Everywhere All at Once, there was Inception. It has levels (literally) of storytelling, and one will get transfixed on how any of it is going to work. It does, and brilliantly so. In the hands of director Christopher Nolan,...

Disney is a studio known for creating pure magic with their films, but not even the most acclaimed artists can have a hit on their hands 100% of the time. As Disney has gone through different eras with its animation and live-action releases, the studio has had its fair share of flops. More recently, with a shift in emphasis on live-action remakes of its classic animated tales, Disney has disappointed audiences as it shallowly attempts to cultivate nostalgia by translating beautifully animated musicals into CGI-inundated, bland, poorly-written content.

Though these frequent missteps are new, Disney isn't a stranger to less-than-desirable films. The studio has had similar issues with audience reception during their early 2000s period and even back in the 1980s after Disney's first PG-rated animated film, The Black Cauldron, severely tanked at the box office. Seeing such faulty storytelling and filmmaking from Disney can be hard to stomach, especially for their most loyal fans.

To this day, one of the most heartbreaking tragedies in the history of comedy is the death of John Candy. The Uncle Buck star was just 43 years old when he succumbed to a heart attack while filming the Western spoof Wagon’s East.

Making his passing all the sadder is the sense that Candy clearly had a lot more to contribute to the entertainment world — even beyond the last few minutes of Wagon’s East, which were unconvincingly stitched together using old takes and early ‘90s computer technology.

Candy’s life is now the subject of a new biography by Paul Myers (brother of Mike), who previously tackled the subject of iconic Canadian comedians in the book The Kids in the Hall: One Dumb Guy. Myers’ John Candy: A Life in Comedy doesn’t come out until October, but the author recently chatted with People about the project, and suggested...

Deadpool & Wolverine became one of the biggest hits of the year, grossing over $1 billion at the box office and reigniting hope that the MCU still has plenty to offer. Fans were ecstatic from the moment the film was announced.

The movie’s production captured the attention of millions around the world, with Reynolds admitting that leaks and spoilers kept him up at night. Despite the overwhelming excitement, the Deadpool threequel almost didn’t happen — and it wasn’t for lack of effort.

In past interviews, Reynolds revealed that he pitched multiple story ideas for Deadpool & Wolverine, but Marvel Studios turned them all down. These concepts included a Rashomon-inspired plot and even a Christmas adventure featuring Santa.

In a recent interview with Indiewire, Levy shared that they were about to give up on Deadpool 3. They were stuck trying to figure out how to mix Deadpool’s down-to-earth style with the bigger,...

While many people tend to immediately switch into Holiday Mode after Halloween has passed by, watching movies like Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, Home for the Holidays, or a variety of Christmas classics, new releases this weekend seem to be clinging onto the more dark and macabre genre of movies to choose from this week. Sales from the box office last week are still neck and neck with Venom: The Last Dance maintaining the lead and The Wild Robot reclaiming the #2 spot, surpassing the horror sequel, Smile 2.

Teddy is one of the most beloved characters in Bobs Burgers, and the episodes with an A-plot or B-plot centered around him are some of the shows funniest installments. The series primarily revolves around the Belchers: Bobs endeavors to keep his restaurant afloat, Lindas endless quest to be a fun mom, Tinas struggle to find love, Genes search for a musical voice, and Louise grappling with the terrors of growing up. But at this point, the Belchers best customer, Teddy, is practically an honorary member of the family hes there for all their big moments.

Some of the best Bobs Burgers episodes revolve around Teddy. Hes gotten his own A-plots, like when he fixed up a boat in a misguided attempt to make his ex-wife jealous or when he babysat the Belcher kids and lost one of them. And in just as many episodes, Teddy has stolen the show in a B-plot,...

Wicked director Jon M. Chu will receive the Ace Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award at the 75th annual Ace Eddie Awards, which recognize the year’s best editing achievements in film and TV.

The American Society of Editors made the announcement Monday, along with revealing that longtime Robert Altman and Tyler Perry collaborator Maysie Hoy and Star Wars Oscar winner Paul Hirsch will be bestowed with career achievement honors during the ceremony, set for January 18, 2025 at UCLA’s Royce Hall.

The Filmmaker of the Year honor goes to an artist who “exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film,” Ace said. Recent recipients include John Waters, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Spike Lee, Quentin Tarantino, Kathleen Kennedy and Christopher Nolan.

“Jon M. Chu is a visionary filmmaker who has captivated audiences worldwide with his dynamic storytelling and innovative visual style,” said Ace president Sabrina Plisco, Ace, noting Chu’s...

Wicked director Jon M. Chu will receive the Ace Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award from the American Cinema Editors (Ace), it was announced on Monday.

The award recognizes “an artist who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film,” according to Ace. Film editors Maysie Hoy and Paul Hirsch will also receive career achievement honors for their “outstanding career contributions to film editing.”

All honors will be presented at the 75th annual Ace Eddie Awards on Jan. 18 at UCLA’s Royce Hall. Nominations will be announced on Dec. 11.

“Jon M. Chu is a visionary filmmaker who has captivated audiences worldwide with his dynamic storytelling and innovative visual style,” says newly elected Ace president Sabrina Plisco. “From the vibrant energy of In The Heights to the sweeping romance of the groundbreaking Crazy Rich Asians, his films are a testament to the power of cinema to transport, entertain and inspire.

In the upcoming episode of “Odd Squad,” titled “Villain of the Year; Planes, Trains, and Oddmobiles,” viewers are in for a wild ride. This episode, airing on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 6:30 Am on PBS, promises plenty of excitement and unexpected twists. The agents of Odd Squad are set to face a unique challenge as they help a surprising villain compete for the ultimate villain prize.

The plot thickens when an angry Huggle Monster enters the scene, demanding her eggs back. With a sense of urgency, Onom must find a way to deliver the eggs quickly, but that won’t be easy. The episode brings together humor and action as the agents navigate the chaotic world of oddities and villains.

Fans of the show can look forward to seeing how the agents work together to solve problems and outsmart their foes. The mix of teamwork, clever strategies, and the quirky nature...

John Candy was one of the most beloved comedians of the 1980s and 1990s who had plenty of incredibly underrated movies that didnt get enough love. While the late actor died tragically young at age 43, this was not before leaving the world with some of the most iconic comedic performances ever put to the screen in classics like Planes, Trains and Automobiles and Uncle Buck. However, for every legendary Candy performance, there was another hidden gem that, despite being equally hilarious, failed to gain the same lasting legacy as his best-known work.

The best John Candy movies included acclaimed collaborations with comedy greats like Steve Martin, Bill Murray, and Mel Brooks, although lesser-known releases also paired him with the likes of Tom Hanks, Dan Aykroyd, and Richard Pryor. While some underrated movies suffered from lackluster screenplays, Candys vulnerable sincerity and likable comedic charm helped elevate them into solid comedies. There...

Although 2013's Planes is considered a part of the Pixar universe, it was not actually made by the studio. Planes, which follows a crop duster whose dream is to compete in the Wings Around The Globe race, is a spinoff of the popular Cars franchise. Following the success of Planes, Planes: Fire and Rescue, was released in 2014 as a sequel. There was supposed to be a third installment in the Planes franchise as well, but it was canceled after the production studio behind the movie was closed.

Pixar has produced several movies for Disney, including the record-breaking Inside Out 2. The studio was behind developing the Cars franchise but did not produce the spinoff, Planes, despite the movies being set in the same universe. Pixar might not have been behind the production of Planes, but there are some things in the feature film that connect it to Pixar's Cars.

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“Exposed: Naked Crimes” is back with an exciting new episode titled “Planes, Trains & Automobiles.” This second episode of Season 2 promises to deliver heart-pounding moments and shocking stories. Set to air on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 10:30 Pm on Investigation Discovery, it is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

This episode dives into a wild police chase across the freeways of Los Angeles. As officers pursue a suspect, the situation escalates, showcasing the chaos that can unfold on busy roads. The tension builds as the chase takes unexpected turns, highlighting the dangers of high-speed pursuits in a bustling city.

In another gripping story, an airline passenger loses control and threatens to stream something truly alarming. This incident raises questions about safety and the lengths people will go to in a moment of crisis. Meanwhile, a security checkpoint at a Texas airport turns nasty, revealing the challenges faced...

The new season of “Gabby’s Dollhouse” kicks off with an exciting episode titled “Planes, Trains, and Kitty Balloons!” airing at 5:30 Pm on Friday, September 20, 2024, on Nick Jr. In this season premiere, Gabby and her trusty companion Pandy embark on a thrilling travel adventure that takes them across various modes of transportation. From a train ride to soaring through the sky in a hot air balloon, the duo explores the world around them in a fun and imaginative way.

As they travel by plane and cruise ship, Gabby and Pandy have a special mission to capture their adventures through pictures for their friend CatRat. This playful twist adds an engaging layer to their journey, as they navigate the challenges and excitement of capturing the perfect moments.

Viewers can expect to see vibrant visuals and delightful characters as Gabby and Pandy encounter new friends and learn valuable lessons along the way.

There is something about playing villains in superhero films that Jared Leto botches every time he is a part of them. While his Joker in Suicide Squad was forgettable at best, his Morbius is still one of the most popular memes on the Internet. The actor is rumored to have been offered the role of Skeletor in Amazon’s upcoming Masters of the Universe film.

Fans are naturally not happy with the alleged casting as Leto’s track record has been terrible so far. Despite winning an Oscar for Dallas Buyer’s Club, franchise films do not seem to be his cup of tea. However, fans seem to be campaigning for The Lord of the Rings’ Aragorn, Viggo Mortensen to be cast as Skeletor in the film.

Jared Leto’s Rumored Casting For Skeletor In Amazon’s Masters of the Universe Draws Fan Backlash Jared Leto in Morbius | Credits: Sony Pictures...

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The Cars franchise has been a huge success for Pixar, but Cars 4 still hasn't materialized despite continued demand for another sequel. The first Cars movie follows talking race car Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson), who gets lost in a desert town on his way to a race and is forced to complete community service before he can leave. The cocky racer eventually falls in love with the small town and learns a little humility. While Cars wasn't critically acclaimed like other Pixar efforts, it was still a big success. Cars also boasted a great cast, including the legendary Paul Newman.

It's been years since the last movie, meaning anticipation for Cars 4 is high. 2017's Cars 3 was regarded as a positive shift for the franchise, an improvement on the second...

Deadpool & Wolverine sees the titular rebels make an intriguing pairing as they come together for a game-changing Multiverse mission. Director Shawn Levy insists the duo is the "perfect matchup," as they work well alongside each other considering their similar traits.

Speaking with The Ringer, Levy claims Ryan Reynolds' "Merc With a Mouth" and Hugh Jackman's Logan are a great fit because they relate well to each other in various ways. Levy believes the comedic chemistry between Deadpool and Wolverine adds to their mystique, especially considering their drastically different personalities.

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"On a comedic level, any time you force two characters who are mismatched to be together for an extended period of time, thats an instant recipe for comedy. And whether its Planes,...

Disney Animation Studios has had an exceptional collection of films that have lived on for generations, from classics like Peter Pan to the '90s hits such as The Lion King. These remarkable storylines and characters have inspired dozens of later movies, including notable originals and respectable sequels. Among the seventy-three animated movies released by Disney since 1937, there are only a handful that have received overall poor reviews.

According to Rotten Tomatoes, there are eighteen Disney animated films that didn't live up to expectations. Some of these titles are widely unpopular among both critics and viewers, such as The Jungle Book 2 and Planes. However, some are disliked by critics while being fan-favorites, including Brother Bear and A Goofy Movie.

A Goofy Movie Is an Underrated Family Film (1995) 6.9/10 on IMDb 59% on Rotten Tomatoes

In A Goofy Movie, the beloved Disney character is trying to bond with his rebellious son, Max,...

When my younger brother was growing up, he went through an extreme car phase. We're talking collecting Micro Machines of every variety and cruising around in an electric kids Ride-On Jeep. What I'm saying is, when Pixar's "Cars" films proved hugely popular with younger Millennials and the first wave of Gen Z-ers starting in the '00s, I understood why. I was there, Gandalf.

Out of all of the animation powerhouse's franchises, "Cars" has always been the most contentious. The "Cars" universe itself makes no sense, which has spawned all manner of dark fan theories, including that these movies take place in a post-apocalyptic future where cars gained sentience Skynet-style and murdered all the humans. Also, the personalities of the vehicles tend to be based on broad cultural or ethnic stereotypes associated with their models. Meanwhile, their personal interests are primarily limited to racing because, again, they're all cars,...

WondLa is a new Apple TV+ series which centres around Eva, voiced by Jeanine Mason, a curious, enthusiastic and spirited teenager being raised in a state-of-the-art underground bunker by Muthr, a robot caretaker, voiced by Emmy Award nominee Teri Hatcher (Desperate Housewives).

On her 16th birthday, an attack on Eva’s bunker forces her onto the Earth’s surface which is now inhabited by aliens, covered with other-worldly fauna, and no other humans to be found. In fact, it’s no longer called Earth but Orbona!

Otto, a loveable giant water bear with whom Eva shares telepathic powers voiced by Emmy Award winner Brad Garrett (Everybody Loves Raymond) and Rovender, a cantankerous alien with a troubled past voiced by Gary Anthony Williams (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows) join Eva as she leads the team on a dangerous quest to find humans, her home, and her true destiny.

Exclusive: UTA has signed comedic multi-hyphenate Cedric The Entertainer and his production company A Bird And A Bear Entertainment for representation in all areas.

A comedian, actor and executive producer, Cedric currently stars opposite Max Greenfield in the CBS sitcom The Neighborhood, which returned for its sixth season in February and has been picked up for a seventh. Created by Jim Reynolds, the show follows midwesterner Dave Johnson (Greenfield) as he relocates his white family to a predominantly African American neighborhood in Los Angeles. There, Dave’s excessive friendliness isn’t well-received by everyone, especially his new next-door neighbor, Calvin Butler (Cedric The Entertainer). Cedric won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series for his work on the show last year, marking his sixth inclusion in the category.

CBS Studios doubled down on its commitment to The Neighborhood universe by giving a series order to Crutch,...

The Breakfast Club, a classic film, is rated R due to strong language, drug use, and serious themes. The movie includes depictions of bullying, sex, suicide, depression, and abuse, leading to its R-rating. Apart from The Breakfast Club, most of John Hughes' movies were PG-13, with Planes, Trains, and Automobiles also being R-rated.

John Hughes The Breakfast Club is now regarded as a classic, and to new viewers, it might come as a surprise that its rated R, but it earned this rating. John Hughes was responsible for some of the most popular and beloved movies of the 1980s, with his legacy being coming-of-age teen comedies that launched the careers of many successful actors and actresses. Hughes wrote and directed now-classics like Sixteen Candles, Ferris Buellers Day Off, and The Breakfast Club, the latter considered one of his best works and the one that started the Brat Pack.

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Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds has shared a touching tribute in memory of the late comedian and Home Alone star, John Candy. Known for his memorable roles in iconic films such as Splash, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and Uncle Buck, the actor was celebrated for his impeccable timing, versatility, and ability to bring warmth and humor to every character he portrayed.

John Candy in Uncle Buck | Credit: Universal Pictures

His untimely death in 1994 at the age of 43 was met with an outpouring of grief from fans around the world, who fondly remember the comedic genius. Reynolds, among those who admired Candy, recently took to Instagram to share how much he misses the late actor.

Ryan Reynolds’ Heartfelt Tribute to Late Comedian John Candy

Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds is deeply remembering the late actor-comedian John Candy, as he expressed recently on his Instagram. The actor shared an Instagram post by @retrorewind80s honoring the late Hollywood icon.

Roger Craig Smith wasn't always destined to be the prolific voiceover artist he is today. Before becoming the man behind beloved video game icons like Sonic the Hedgehog and Assassin's Creed's Ezio Auditore da Firenze or taking on film and television roles from Avengers Assemble to Planes, he had hopes of making it in the world of stand-up comedy. However, by his own account, he wasn't particularly good at it. Although he wasn't going to make it big performing sets, he revealed during a panel hosted by Collider's Perri Nemiroff at Fan Expo in Calgary that bombing as a comic was what ultimately pushed him to pursue a career in voice acting.

The Story: A goofball gym teacher (Mark Harmon) is forced to teach a remedial English class over the summer.

The Players: Starring: Mark Harmon, Kirstie Alley, Dean Cameron, Courtney Thorne-Smith & Shawnee Smith. Music by Danny Elfman. Directed by Carl Reiner.

The History: Hollywood spent a couple of years trying to make Mark Harmon happen as a movie star. Fresh off an arc on “St. Elsewhere” which infamously had his character contract AIDS from a one-night stand, his career was red hot. For a while, he was seriously considered to replace Don Johnson on “Miami Vice” after contract negotiations fell through, and in 1987-88, we got a bunch of starring vehicles that would try him out in a variety of genres to see if one would stick. He did action in The Presidio (even doing his own stunts – although the film was stolen by co-star Sean Connery), drama in Stealing Home,...

Emmy-winning actor Julia Louis-Dreyfus will be leading the cast of the upcoming animated movie titled, Tangles, which hails from Seth Rogen’s Point Grey Pictures. The Veep star is no stranger to the animated genre, after previously starring in 1998’s A Bug’s Life, 2013’s Planes and 2020’s Onward.

Per Deadline, the project will be based on Sarah Leavitt’s graphic novel memoir Tangles: A Story About Alzheimer’s, My Mother and Me, which was published in 2012. Louis-Dreyfus will also be joined by Seth Rogen, Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad), Wanda Sykes (Over the Hedge), Sarah Silverman (Wreck-it Ralph), Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live), Beanie Feldstein (Booksmart), Abbie Jacobson (Disenchantment), Pamela Adlon (King of the Hill) and Samira Wiley (The Handmaid’s Tale), who have signed on to lend their voices to the animated movie. Further details about their respective characters are still being kept under wraps.

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Toy Story 5 will break Pixar records with the most movies set in the same continuity, surpassing Cars. The Planes spinoffs tie into the Cars universe with help from key Pixar figures like John Lasseter. Despite the popular Pixar Theory, not all Pixar movies are part of the same canon, but hidden references imply a connection between the films.

Pixar has always been an animation trendsetter, but Toy Story 5 will mean the film series becoming truly unique among the studio's past works. Currently, another Pixar property is leading in one impressive category, but the fifth Toy Story movie will break this record when the movie is released in 2026. The return of Buzz and Woody could represent a much-needed financial win for Pixar, with 2017's Coco being the last original movie from the studio to make an impact at the box office. However, financial achievements aside, Toy Story 5 will...

Quick Links The Latest Top Gun 3 News Top Gun 3 Is Confirmed Top Gun 3 Cast Top Gun 3 Story Top Gun 3: Further News & Info Top Gun 3 is confirmed, and the success of Top Gun: Maverick is perhaps the biggest reason for the third film. While the cast for Top Gun 3 is uncertain, Tom Cruise will return as Captain Pete "Maverick" Mitchell with Miles Teller as Hangman and Glen Powell as Rooster. No details about the story have been revealed, but it could see the Top Gun team flying to prove they are better than drone pilots.

Top Gun 3 was an inevitability after Tom Cruise's triumphant return in Top Gun: Maverick, and the future of the Top Gun franchise and a third movie is becoming clearer. 36 years after Top Gun became a cultural phenomenon Tom Cruise reprised one of his most iconic roles, Captain Pete "Maverick" Mitchell,...

Sinbad is thanking “fans and friends” for their enduring support following his first major appearance in more than three years.

The beloved comedian, now 67, suffered a stroke in November 2020 — and with the exception of a still image shared to his Instagram in 2022, had not been seen in public until last month.

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The Toy Story franchise is one of the biggest animated series that has ever been produced. The initial movie launched a studio into cinemas, and the characters and worlds built within the series have gone on to inspire spinoff shows, theme park rides and attractions, video games, and countless commercial licensing opportunities. It's thus not surprising that Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the gang will be returning to screens.

There are a lot of question marks surrounding Toy Story 5, with the creative minds behind the project keeping the details locked down. There has to be a good story there to bring audiences back for more, especially since Toy Story 4 concluded with the group going their separate ways. Regardless, it's doubtless that Toy Story 5 will perform exceptionally well at the box office, but what is known to be in store for fans in its upcoming entry?...

You know what they say about Old Man Marley, the South Bend Shovel Slayer? Back in ’58, he murdered his whole family and half the people on a suburban Chicago block with a snow shovel. He’s been hiding out there ever since, disguising the remains of his misdeeds by turning victims to mummies, and using the dust off their bones to salt our streets.

That’s what the kids in the McCallister house tell each other every cold December night when the lonely stranger played by Roberts Blossom appears outside their window. It’s of course a lie, but the truth was originally a lot more enigmatic in the early drafts of the Home Alone screenplay penned by John Hughes, who was a maestro of family and youth entertainment during the 1980s and early ‘90s.

At its inception, Home Alone was both a departure and a return to the well for Hughes.

Planes, Trains and Automobiles is John Hughes' most complete and affecting film, with iconic comedic scenes and a deeply moving viewing experience. The film's central dynamic between Del and Neal is established in the opening sequence, as Del continually tries to please Neal, who finds him highly annoying. Despite taking place around Thanksgiving, the film's universal themes of acceptance, forgiveness, and thankfulness, along with the setting, make it an excellent viewing during Christmastime.

The beloved 1987 comedy-drama film Planes, Trains and Automobiles marked John Hughes’ first directorial foray outside the teen film genre, which Hughes, of course, revolutionized with the films The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Pretty in Pink, and Sixteen Candles.

While Anthony Michael Hall and Molly Ringwald became muses for Hughes within the teen film genre, Planes, Trains and Automobiles gave Hughes a new muse in the form of star John Candy, who had co-starred in the...

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Go to Google and search for movies based around Halloween, and you'll spend your whole day combing through the various motion pictures dealing with the night of tricks and treats. Do the same for films about Christmas and you could spend a whole year running down the various films of all genres dealing with that holiday. But sandwiched in between these two holidays is Thanksgiving. There are a scant amount of films dealing with this holiday, Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, Hannah and Her Sisters, and Free Birds are the few that come to mind. Movies just haven’t been very interested in one of the tenets of the holiday season. Why is that? Hollywood has been exploiting the holidays as an easy way to get money and the attention of moviegoers for decades. With so much focus on Halloween, why is Thanksgiving left out in the cold when it comes to movies?...

The film Fantastic Mr. Fox brilliantly captures the spirit of autumn through its meticulous design and stop-motion animation, with a color palette that screams autumn. The wildlife setting and danger-filled farms in the film add to the story's depth and give a sense of danger and adventure. The film explores themes of family, community, and the acceptance of one's instincts while emphasizing the importance of food in bringing people together. It is the perfect movie to watch over a Thanksgiving feast.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and across the country, people are preparing to spend time with family, learn about the cultural origins of the holiday and its basis in Native American culture, and, above all else, eat. Meanwhile, movie buffs are preparing for their annual viewings of either A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving or Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, and obviously, both of these are fantastic choices.

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Thanksgiving gets totally bulldozed by Christmas, doesn’t it? There are certainly far fewer shows and movies to watch to get in the spirit of the thing. Sure, we’ve got some Thanksgiving episodes and a handful of films explicitly or tangentially about the holiday,...

Most of main cast of Seinfeld had a difficult time finding individual mainstream success after the series ended TV appearances seem to make up the majority of their careers, but it seems to be changing Any lack of success is either self-afflicted or not their fault at all

Seinfeld was one of the most decade defining sitcoms of the 1990s and its popularity and influence hasn't seemed to waver since it ended. The show was popular, in fact, that its practically impossible to hear the names of its main cast members and not immediately think of their role on it. It's been alleged over the years, however, that the show's popularity is exactly what has prevented them from finding that same level of success in other projects. This infamous theory has been long-known to the public as simply the "Seinfeld curse".

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Quick Links The Latest Cars 4 News Cars 4 is Unconfirmed Cars 4 Release Date Prediction Cars 4 Cast Cars 4 Story Details What Pixar's Recent And Upcoming Releases Mean For Cars 4 Despite the success and demand for the Cars franchise, Cars 4 has not been confirmed or announced by Disney or Pixar. News and updates on Cars 4 have been scarce, with no significant details emerging about a new installment. While there have been talks about the possibility of a new Cars movie, including ideas of reinventing the series, nothing concrete has been announced, and a release date before 2028-2029 seems unlikely at this point.

The Cars franchise has been a huge success for Pixar, but despite continual demand Cars 4 still hasn't materialized. Cars movie follows talking race car Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson), who gets lost in a desert town on his way to a race and is forced to complete community service before he can leave.

Pixar has been one of the most reliable animation studios for nearly 40 years. They've consistently churned out some of the best-animated films of all time, such as Toy Story, Monsters. Inc., Finding Nemo, Ratatouille, The Incredibles, and many others. For the most part, almost every movie has earned critical and audience praise, with a few exceptions.

Besides high quality, there's one more thing that people can always count on with Pixar – the voice of John Ratzenberger. He began his career with the animation giant in their very first film by voicing Hamm in Toy Story and its sequels. Following that, every Pixar movie over the next 25 years featured a voice performance from Ratzenberger. Some were major or supporting roles, and some were just quick cameos. But his voice was always there. Until it wasn't.

Ratzenberger's last Pixar voice role came in 2020's Onward, infamous for its release the week before the first worldwide Covid-19 shutdowns.

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Disney fans and physical media collectors, rejoice! This November will see the release of a gargantuan 100-film Blu-ray collection called the Disney Legacy Animated Film Collection. The catch? It’ll cost you $1,499.96.

The boxed set officially releases on Nov. 14, but preorders are currently available exclusively at Walmart’s website.

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The collection is packaged as a three-volume set, featuring animated films from Disney, Walt Disney Animation and Pixar. But unlike other behemoth boxed sets, this one isn’t filled with lame direct-to video snoozers but beloved titles that includes classics and recent favorites. For example, the long-running list includes all the “Toy Story” movies, both of “The Incredibles,” “The Black Cauldron,” “Frankenweenie” and “Robin Hood.” It even includes films as recent as this...

Director Shawn Levy has responded to the ongoing casting rumors surrounding Deadpool 3. The film will feature a road trip through the multiverse, and is expected to follow Deadpool and Wolverine as they try to escape the collapsing Fox X-Men world. Deadpool 3 will be the first R-rated movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Director Shawn Levy has responded to the ongoing rumors regarding casting and cameos for the upcoming MCU outing, Deadpool 3. While we know that the Marvel sequel will feature the return of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, rumors have claimed that the multiversal story will include the likes of Ben Affleck as Daredevil, Liev Schreiber as Sabretooth, and even superstar Taylor Swift. Well, Levy is keeping things close to the chest...but does confirm that some of these rumors are indeed accurate.

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If you’re a Disney fan who wants each and every animated movie they’ve ever made in one place, then you’re in luck. The Walt Disney Company announced the Disney Legacy Animated Film Collection, which features 100 animated movies from Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Pixar on Blu-ray. Everything from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Elemental is included, encompassing nearly one hundred years of storytelling.

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The Disney Legacy Animated Film Collection is a self-standing, three-volume set that will be available for pre-order on September 19th, but only on Walmart.com. There will be a limited amount of sets available, so each will include a numbered certificate of authenticity. The set will also feature digital codes for each title, along with a collectible lithograph from Disney Animation’s all-new musical comedy Wish, and a collectible...

The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a hefty new Blu-ray box set containing 100 of its best animated films.

Officially titled the Disney Legacy Animated Film Collection, the box set comes with three volumes that open up to feature the original theatrical artwork for each film. Additionally, the package offers digital codes to all 100 movies, a certificate of authenticity, a lithograph from the upcoming feature Wish, and a collectible set of crystal Mickey Mouse ears engraved with “Disney 100.”

Drawing films from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, and the now-closed DisneyToon Studios, the collection offers a pretty comprehensive timeline of the company, founded in 1923. The box set features early classics like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, and Peter Pan, 1990s renaissance films like Aladdin, The Lion King, and Toy Story, and more modern offerings — many of which got the direct-to-Disney+ treatment thanks to Covid — including Soul,...

Disney is releasing a limited edition box set of 100 animated movies to celebrate their 100th anniversary, priced at $1,500. The box set includes classics like Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, as well as newer films like Encanto and Turning Red. While the price may seem steep, the box set comes with bonus collectibles and is a comprehensive collection that would be difficult and costly to build on one's own.

The price tag for Disney's new DVD collection set that contains 100 animated movies has been set at a hefty $1,500. With Disney's 100th anniversary set on October 16, the renowned company has been celebrating the milestone all through the year. The Disney theme parks began the official celebration by kicking off Disney 100 in January, a series of special events taking place in parks across the globe all year long. However, Disney will soon offer a way to bring part of the celebration into audiences' own homes.

Disney just announced the release of the Disney Legacy Animated Film Collection, featuring 100 animated films from Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar. It’s packaged together as a three-volume set that unfolds into your own storybook.

The set is festooned with original poster designs and comes with digital codes for every movie, alongside a lithograph from Disney’s upcoming feature “Wish,” a certificate of authenticity and crystal Mickey Mouse ears engraved with the “Disney 100” logo. The limited-edition collection will be available on Nov. 14, with pre-orders beginning on Walmart.com on Sept. 18. It has a retail price of $1,500.

What’s fascinating about the set is that it includes a wide array of classic Walt Disney Animation Studios features, along with beloved Pixar favorites and a smattering of films (many of them direct-to-video sequels to earlier masterworks) created by the since-shuttered DisneyToon Studios. That includes “Tinker Bell,” “Return to Neverland,” “The...

Deadpool 3 director Shawn Levy describes the movie as raw, audacious, and very much R-rated, similar to buddy-film comedies from the 1980s like Midnight Run and Planes, Trains and Automobiles. It aims to bring a more grounded feel to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Deadpool 3 was halfway through filming when it was paused due to industry strikes. The director and the rest of the crew are awaiting a fair resolution to resume production and bring their movie back to work. The highly anticipated film is scheduled to release on May 3, 2024.

“Our movie is raw, audacious, very much R-rated.” Deadpool 3 director Shawn Levy didn’t mince words when he discussed the 2024 superhero sequel while promoting Netflix’s upcoming All the Light We Cannot See at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). It was there that Levy compared Deadpool’s first foray in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to some of the...

Throughout the 80s, there were few filmmakers on a streak quite like John Hughes. His name is attached to what feels like all the biggest comedies of the era, from The Breakfast Club to Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, Uncle Buck, and Home Alone among many more. One particular day off that he crafted still sticks in everyone's minds, however, for its many iconic lines and the feeling of freedom it invokes. Now, Paramount Home Entertainment is giving Ferris Bueller's Day Off the 4K treatment with a new release that has all the content needed to fill a day off of work or school.

Ferris Bueller's Day Off star Matthew Broderick details the numerous on-set conflicts he had with late director John Hughes. Released in 1986, Ferris Bueller's Day Off follows Broderick's titular teen as he plays hooky from school and embarks on a day of fun with his girlfriend Sloane (Mia Sara) and best friend Cameron (Alan Ruck). The film is one of many iconic movies that Hughes wrote and/ or directed over the course of his career, which includes '80s classics like The Breakfast Club, Planes, Trains & Automobiles, and Uncle Buck.

During a recent conversation on The Hollywood Reporter's It Happened In Hollywood podcast, Broderick details how he and Hughes didn't always get along while making Ferris Bueller's Day Off. While it sounds like everything worked out in the end, the actor recalls that there were several contentious encounters on set. Check out Broderick's full comment below:

“He was not easygoing in some ways.

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Jason Henkel came to Los Angeles in 1993 to pursue an acting career, before he pivoted to working in animation production. But his experiences as a performer helped show him the kind of casting director he didn’t want to be. “I didn’t want to go into a field where I secretly felt, ‘I could do this better,’” he says. “And from the moment I became involved with voiceover, watching these amazing actors who were so great at manipulating their voices, I knew I could never do what they do.”

Henkel began his career as the assistant to the SVP of Music of DisneyToon before moving to casting in 2008, where he worked on the animated “Tinker Bell” movie with John Lasseter,...

Update: Variety is reporting that the Ryan Reynolds and Colin Hanks John Candy documentary will likely be picked up by Amazon’s Prime Video, with the comedy said to be in negotiations for the film. Colin Hanks will be directing the documentary, with Reynolds on board as a producer. Hanks, whose father Tom Hanks memorably co-starred with the late comic legend in Splash and Volunteers (which also starred Hanks’ future wife Rita Wilson), apparently has the full corporation of the Candy family. This includes his widow, Rose and their two children, Jen and Chris. The film will reportedly contain home videos and never seen footage from the archive, as well as interviews with Candy’s friends and family. No release date is set yet, although given that John Candy is a Canadian icon, maybe a fall TIFF debut is in the cards?

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