Editor’s note: The below recap contains spoilers for the House of the Dragon Season 2 finale. WithHouse of the DragonSeason 2 now concluded, it’s easier to examine it as a show very different from its predecessor in many regards. WhileGame of Throneswas a story that revolved around many different houses all vying for the power that the Iron Throne could provide, this prequel operates on a smaller political scale, with House Targaryen divided into opposition from the inside....

Will Poulteris one of the most interesting young talents in all of Hollywood, having already worked with A-list filmmakers such asAlejandro González Iñárritu(The Revenant) andKathryn Bigelow(Detroit). But the English actor has just landed the biggest role of his career, as he has been cast as one of the leads in Amazon’sLord of the Ringsseries. Poulter joins Australian actressMarkella Kavenaghin the big-budget adaptation ofJ.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved masterwork. Plot details remain scant, though the show’s official Twitter account hinted at exploring the Second Age, which in Tolkien mythology was the time in which the Rings of Power – including Sauron’s One Ring – came into existence....

Paul Walter Hauseris having quite the week. Fresh off of nabbing a role in the upcomingNaked Gunreboot, Hauser will step into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a part in the upcoming filmThe Fantastic Four,according toDeadline. Details remain slim, but the role is perhaps the crowning achievement for an actor whose stock has recently been rising — quite literally in the past few days. Hauser’s role in the film, like almost everything else about the project, remains locked behind Marvel’s iron vault....

If you, like many of us, were already waiting very anxiously forA Very Boy Band Holiday, there’s some good news. *NSYNC’sChris KirkpatrickandJoey Fatoneare leading viewers through what they can expect from the musical event now available to stream on Hulu and on-demand. Kirkpatrick, clad in red and black plaid, shares with us that the premise of the special is based around several members from various boy bands who are snowed in and have nothing to do but sing together....

Cinema — motion pictures — is the art of telling stories through movement. It’s no surprise that since the inception of film as an art form, the adventure genre has been one of the most prolific. After all, adventure movies are characterized by movement, following characters as they embark on some sort of quest through an unknown, potentially dangerous, and exotic location. Though there have been plenty of outstanding adventure movies over the years, it’s interesting to pay special attention to the ones that have been made in the past half-decade....

Despite not being everyone’s cup of tea,horror has built a loyal and ever-growing fanbase. From creepy clowns to bloodthirsty vampires and vengeful ghosts, horror movies have proven to be some of the most versatile in cinema, creating unforgettable scenes and unique storytelling. With subgenres ranging from psychological horror to supernatural thrillers, the genre delivers an array of scares and suspense, often layered withunexpectedly brilliant performances. These are the top 10 horror movies that are truly deliriously entertaining - they draw you in with theirintense visuals, unpredictable plots, and spine-chilling momentsthat make it nearly impossible to look away, even when things get terrifyingly hard to watch....

Spanning across decades, theStar Warsfranchise is one of the biggest sagas in blockbuster history as well as one of the most influential and enduring brands in pop-culture entertainment. Such widespread adoration and commercial appeal has seen the series continuously expand from the landmark original trilogy, evolving to incorporate everything from comic books and novels to animated series, video games, and, of course, many more films. The sequel trilogy is one of the most intriguing aspects ofStar Warsto analyze....

The TV shows that were released during the 1990s include some of the best shows that made an impact on the television landscape. Many are available for streaming now for those who want to re-watch or introduce to an entirely new generation. A few in particular have great re-watch value. Virtually every show from the ‘90s is worth watching again, especially ones that have been resurrected with sequels and reboots. One even continues to air to this day....

The 1970s was an unpredictable time, especially for cinema. The world was changing, revolutions were tearing down barriers, and technology was evolving at an exponential rate. With all these newfound breakthroughs, artists were increasingly free in a creative and political sense, to make whatever they wanted. RELATED:Great 70s Films That Time Forgot At this time, generations brought up regularly watching movies were now picking up cameras and running with the torch....

Emilia Clarke’s 2016 romantic comedyMe Before Youis gaining worldwide attention once again, nine years after its release. The movie is currentlyamong Prime Video’s worldwide top 10this week, perFlixPatrol.Me Before Youwas an adaptation ofJojo Moyes’ bestselling novel. During its release, the film became a shocking blockbuster and earned over $208 million worldwide on a modest $20 million budget, while outperforming larger titles likeX-Men: Apocalypse. The heartbreaking romance features Clarke (Game of Thrones) as Lou, a caregiver hired for Will Traynor (Sam Claflin), who becomes paralyzed after a tragic accident....

25 years after it first aired,Gilmore Girlsis still an excellent watch. For first-time viewers, it’s a lot of fun to enterthe cozy town of Stars Hollow, with the mother-daughter best-friend duo of Lorelai (Lauren Graham) and Rory Gilmore (Alexis Bledel) at its center. For those rewatching, it’s a joy to re-enter this world time and time again, especially after knowing what happens, and what to expect from each storyline. WhileGilmore Girlsis an overall amazingtelevision show, not every season is at the same level in quality....

Like a tweet sent at 4 a.m. by the president,American Horror Storyusually leaves us with far more questions than answers. Each week, we’re going to take a deeper look into every question the anthology gore-a-palooza needs to A. With four episodes under its murderous circus clown belt,American Horror Story: Cultis finally taking shape, not only as the most masturbation-heavy installment ofAmerican Horror Storyby a substantial margin, but something very closely resembling a coherent story coming together at last....

First garnering praise at festivals like the Venice Film Festival and the Toronto Film Festival, the intriguing new film about memory that isApplesis now finally getting a wide release. It is a work that, even as it is all about forgetting, remains etched in my mind. It is a deliberately paced, reflective Greek film that seeks out both an endearingly odd humor and a strange sense of heart. While difficult to fully pin down, it is as ifEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mindwas played out backwards and crossed with the story elements of last year’s underratedLittle Fish....