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Not half bad: Screen antagonists who really weren't villains

It’s no secret that Hollywood loves a villain; after all, they’re often the most exciting and interesting characters in a given movie or TV show. However, it is also true that if one scratches the surface, most antagonists are not nearly as villainous as they might initially seem to be.

Midsommar star cast in new Mummy movie, but still no word from the original stars

Filming is set to start next week

20 actors who were born to star in live-action Disney remakes

Disney has always been in the live-action game. But in recent years, all of their live-action movies have been remakes of their already-made and beloved animated films. These are the actors that should be in any Disney live-action remakes in the future.

18 of the most hilarious songs in music history

Whether unintentionally funny or raucous on purpose, there are plenty of songs across the genres that will inspire a chuckle or two. Considering that music tackles pretty much every human emotion, it's perhaps not a surprise that comedy also makes plenty of appearances. Flip through the slideshow below for 18 of music's funniest tunes.

20 American actors who are strangely famous in other countries

Americans have fan bases all over. These actors are strangely famous in other countries.

Joe Rogan would ‘rather go to Russia’ than work at UFC event in Canada

Joe Rogan would ‘rather go to Russia’ than work at UFC event in Canada - The podcaster, comedian and UFC commentator has said he will be absent from UFC 315 in Montreal

15 famous movie homes that ACTUALLY exist off-screen

From the gaudy mansion in The Wolf of Wall Street to Harry Potter's birthplace in the Deathly Hallows and the iconic Hocus Pocus cottage, these real houses played starring roles in some of the best-loved movies of all time. Let's take a tour behind the scenes...

Who Tops the List? Ranking the Most Powerful Film Actors of Our Time

The Most Powerful Film Actors – Ranked from Great to Greatest

Which singers have the greatest voices in music history?

Whether it's a soaring soprano or distinctive baritone, a great voice is the cornerstone of great music. When paired with stunning compositions and expert instrumentation, an iconic voice helps create iconic songs.

The streaming service with ‘best show of 2025’ losing $1,000,000,000 a year

20 iconic action films with 'every man' protagonists

James Bond is a spy. Ethan Hunt is part of a government agency literally dedicated to “impossible” missions. Arnold Schwarzenegger and company in “Predator” are highly trained soldiers (even if only one is highly trained enough to kill the Predator).

20 celebrities absolutely adored by Gen Z

Pop culture is constantly evolving, as are the celebrities who capture the spotlight. While we still hold the legendary icons of the past in high esteem, these 20 celebrities are the ones Generation Z can't stop talking about.

The biggest one-hit wonders from the '80s

It seemed the 1980s were made for one-hit wonders. With MTV dominating the music landscape, bands and hit singles came and went at a moment's notice. Hot one day, forgotten the next. Here are 20 of the best.

The 29 worst mistakes in famous movies, from Star Wars to The Wizard of Oz

The 29 worst mistakes in famous movies, from Star Wars to The Wizard of Oz - From a mix-up over breakfast in ‘Pretty Woman’ to a modern car in the background of a battle scene in ‘Braveheart’, Charlotte Cripps picks some of the most famous film mistakes ever made

Every Harry Potter film RANKED by box office success

The eight films in the main series, along with the Fantastic Beasts spin-offs, have grossed a truly spellbinding $9.5 billion (£7.4bn) overall. But have you ever wondered which Wizarding World film performed best at the box office?

Taskmaster 2024: when is season 17 and which contestants are in the new line-up?

Taskmaster 2024: when is season 17 and which contestants are in the new line-up? - Five comedians will go head-to-head to impress Taskmaster Greg Davies in season 17

Only Murders in the Building season 5 casts a two-time Oscar winner

An (in)glorious development!

John Lithgow explains why he doesn’t see playing Dumbledore in Harry Potter series as ‘that hard a job’

John Lithgow explains why he doesn’t see playing Dumbledore in Harry Potter series as ‘that hard a job’ -

When Hollywood Actors Became The Best Fit For Their Characters

Ever watched a film and thought nobody else could have played that role? That's what happens when perfect casting meets brilliant acting. The following characters have created movie magic that sticks with fans long after the credits roll.

New trailer for John Wick spin-off Ballerina teases backstories, brutal action sequences, and a showdown between Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves

The film is set to be released on June 6

Netflix's biggest sequel in memory finally gets a trailer, 29 years after original

Happy Gilmore 2 looks amazing

The 20 most anticipated movies of 2025

Whether it’s superheroes, adventure, horror, or musicals, we have a stacked cinematic calendar full of anticipated releases.

Ted Lasso recasts actor for key role in season four – here’s why

Ted Lasso recasts actor for key role in season four – here’s why - Sources claim football proficiency was an issue for the forthcoming season

Everything you need to know about Adolescence's Owen Cooper

Adolescence was Cooper's first acting gig

20 Universal Monster movies everyone should see at least once

They have been making monster movies basically since the beginning of the medium. Universal has been making movies of that ilk for almost as long. Since the 1920s, Universal has been making monster movies, so much so they are called the “Universal Monsters.” Now, a lot of these movies have been made, and not all of them are worth seeing.

13 iconic films that surprisingly bombed at the box office

From The Wizard of Oz to Fight Club, these iconic movies totally flopped at the box office.

Popular Simpsons Characters That Weren’t In The First Season

The Simpsons has been running for decades, and several characters made their debut after the first season. Let's look at some of them.

Lines And Scenes That Made Indiana Jones Legendary

The making of a cinematic legend.

10 Legendary Movie Roles That Almost Went to Different Actors

10 Legendary Movie Roles That Almost Went to Different Actors

A Lot Of Fans Have Problems With Disney Remaking Its Classics In Live Action. Why Snow White Actually Needed To Happen

Snow White is the remake that actually needed to happen.

Ranked: the 24 richest 80s music stars today

From Madonna and Stevie Wonder to Bruce Springsteen and Kate Bush, discover which 1980s music legends have the biggest fortunes four decades on.

Netflix's newest comedy series does something very different in first trailer

North of North does something very different

25 musicals that blew up the box office, ranked

From Wicked to Mamma Mia!, discover the highest-grossing musical movies of all time.

20 actors who proved people wrong after casting criticism

These 20 actors had something to prove.

Russo brothers reveal why they turned down Avengers: Doomsday despite Robert Downey Jr’s plea

Russo brothers reveal why they turned down Avengers: Doomsday despite Robert Downey Jr’s plea - ‘We just didn't have a story,’ says Joe Russo

Dystopian action thriller from GTA veteran has a "fake open world," and its devs want playing it to feel like "bingeing your favorite Netflix show"

MindsEye might not have an open world, but its devs have "really tried to build on the depth" of it

Last words: The most iconic song-closing lyrics

There's a lot that goes into making a great song, or even just one with memorable lyrics — especially those that close out a song. Here's our list, in chronological order, of 25 notable final song lines.

Playground with UK-first attraction hailed 'unrivalled' — and it's not just for kids

Some Easter holiday inspiration to keep the kids entertained.

Doctor Who's Season 2 Episode Titles Were Revealed, And I Think The Finale's Means The Franchise Is Embracing A Modern Sci-Fi Trend

What else could this mean?

10 Facts About The Real Robin Hood And 10 Myths

You’ve seen the movies. You’ve undoubtedly heard the story. He’s an incredible ranger dedicated to vigilante justice and giving money to the poor—if he even existed. Let’s dive into the lore of history’s untouchable hero.

Star Wars Movie Characters Who Have Shined In Other Media

Not only did these Star Wars characters all appear in movies, they scored even more prominence through other media.

Brad Pitt’s big secret role in Netflix’s Adolescence: how Hollywood A-Lister shaped UK’s hottest drama

Brad Pitt’s big secret role in Netflix’s Adolescence: how Hollywood A-Lister shaped UK’s hottest drama - From executive producer to Zoom calls with the writer, the star had his hands all over the groundbreaking British series that’s taking the world by storm

Led Zeppelin: “‘Kashmir’ was new music, no one had ever heard anything like it.”

Jimmy Page and Robert Plant on how a trip to Morocco helped inspire a deathless classic The post Led Zeppelin: “‘Kashmir’ was new music, no one had ever heard anything like it.” appeared first on UNCUT.

12 completed movies which were never released – and the reasons why

All 27 Bond films RANKED by box office success

Discover the highest-grossing James Bond movies of all time, and those that didn't perform so well.

The Biggest Box Office Bombs That Became Cult Classics

The Biggest Box Office Bombs That Became Cult Classics

Chuck Norris: A Legend at 85 – A Tribute to His Iconic Movies

Chuck Norris: A Legend at 85 – A Tribute to His Iconic Movies

Ashley Walters: how Adolescence forced him to confront his biggest fear as a father of eight

Ashley Walters: how Adolescence forced him to confront his biggest fear as a father of eight - The Top Boy star opened up to the Standard about the Netflix drama and the moment that resonated most with him

Why Sean Bean does not mind being killed off

The actor Sean Bean has revealed why he does not mind being killed off in his film and television roles. The award-winning Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones star, 65, addressed becoming a well-circulated online meme for the number of times his characters would die off in series. Bean admitted that he would rather play some “great” characters wh...

Classic '80s Movies You've Probably Forgotten About

Some of our favorite widely overlooked '80s movies.