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20 actors more than willing to star in a reboot of their hit TV show

Many actors are in the business of leaving behind their most iconic roles, but these 20 would be thrilled to reprise their parts for a reboot.

AP Breakthrough Entertainer: GloRilla, once a choir girl, is one of hip-hop's most promising voices

AP Breakthrough Entertainer: GloRilla, once a choir girl, is one of hip-hop's most promising voices - GloRilla went from being a choir girl to a husky-voiced rap queen, climbing the hip-hop ranks so high that she’s earned a trip to the White House

The IP that wouldn't die: Film franchises that just keep on going

How many times can Vin Diesel go fast and be furious for his family? When will Andy’s toys finally get some rest? Will Michael Myers ever cease to exist? While some franchises know how to either keep the magic alive or realize when to hang it up, some film franchises just won’t quit.

The 12 films of the Brat Pack, ranked

During the 1980s, and even into the dawn of the 1990s, the Brat Pack was all the rage in Hollywood. A total of 12 films during that time period featured at least two such members of the famed crew, and we rank them here.

20 artists who released surprisingly excellent late-career records

Even in the twilight of some legendary careers of musical artists and bands, greatness can surface when perhaps least expected. Whether trying to revive a career or deliver one last goodbye, some special music has been produced.

Aamir Khan - a Bollywood icon redefining what it means to be a star

Aamir Khan, often hailed as Bollywood's Tom Cruise, has built a reputation not just as an actor, director and producer but as a true change-maker in Indian cinema.

24 famous band members who went solo and couldn't find success

Let's dive into the CD budget bins of history and explore the attempted solo careers that went nowhere.

Our favorite film stars of Irish descent

Ireland is thought of as the home of leprechauns, four-leaf clovers, Guinness, and no snakes. It’s also the home, or at least the former home, of many a fine actor.

The 20 most entertainingly wicked TV villains

Television has given audiences an array of dislikable, evil, and entertainingly wicked villains, with some being so memorable that it is hard to separate the actor from the character. These shows are not complete without their central antagonist.

Ted Danson thought Curb Your Enthusiasm ‘sucked’ before it changed his life

Ted Danson thought Curb Your Enthusiasm ‘sucked’ before it changed his life - ‘Cheers’ alum made recurring appearances in Larry David’s hit sitcom

The 13 best moments of The Eras Tour

From Travis Kelce cameos to the most epic surprise songs

20 comic book movies that probably should have stayed on the page

It'd be easy to single out "Howard the Duck" and "Superman IV: The Quest for Peace," so let's instead take a deeper dive into the dumpster of comic-book inspired rubbish.

Peter Jackson and The Lord Of The Rings cast reunite at premiere of new adaptation

Director Peter Jackson was joined by some of the cast of the original Lord Of The Rings trilogy at the premiere of the new anime adaptation, Lord Of The Rings: War Of The Rohirrim. The new film is set to be released on December 13.

Taika Waititi admits his award-winning show has gone on ‘far too long’

Taika Waititi admits his award-winning show has gone on ‘far too long’ - Six-season vampire mockumentary will conclude with its series finale on December 16

The 20 best TV shows of 2024, ranked

The 20 best TV shows of 2024, ranked - THE COUNTDOWN: From the improbable phenomenon ‘Baby Reindeer’ to the comfort of ‘Gogglebox’ and the smart, sexy and slick ‘Mr & Mrs Smith’, here are the top 20 releases from the past 12 months, selected by The Independent’s TV critic Nick Hilton

The most memorable television character rivalries

There are great television characters. Then, there are great TV character rivalries. Here are 20 of the best TV character rivalries.

Still rockin': As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple

Still rockin': As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple - Brenda Lee's memories of recording “Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree” are a little hazy now

Go at 25: The making of the coolest ecstasy-fuelled Christmas movie of all time

Go at 25: The making of the coolest ecstasy-fuelled Christmas movie of all time - FLASHBACKS: Twenty-five years ago, Sarah Polley, Katie Holmes and Timothy Olyphant were among the cast of a twisty, randy crime caper set within rave culture and boasting Len’s ‘Steal My Sunshine’ on the soundtrack. Has anything, asks Tom Fordy, ever been quite so deliciously Nineties?

Casual moviegoing is no longer a thing. That's an issue for Hollywood

It was on a spontaneous trip to the movie theatre that James Young took a chance on "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl." Same with 2004's "Garden State." And the quirky "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind." They weren't movies he had on his radar, but he enjoyed them - and "Eternal Sunshine" is now one of his favourite films...

Home Alone cast members reunite for the first time in more than 30 years

Home Alone cast members reunite for the first time in more than 30 years - It’s the first time that they had all been together in 30 years

13 greatest movie lines you didn’t know were improvised

13 greatest movie lines you didn’t know were improvised - From ‘Jaws’ to ‘Barbie’, we look at some of the most unlikely improvisations in movie history and the stories behind them

Billy Bob Thornton defends Ali Larter’s ‘cartoonish’ Landman role

Billy Bob Thornton defends Ali Larter’s ‘cartoonish’ Landman role - Thornton also shielded creator Taylor Sheridan from criticism

25 actors who are great at playing the worst

Throughout film history, there have been maybe a few dozen who can keep us watching when the worst is about to happen. Here are 25 of the most lovably hatable actors of all time.

20 musicians who pulled off early-career image makeovers

All musicians need time to hone their craft and find themselves as human beings. In the course of doing so, they sometimes release really embarrassing albums that are wildly different from what made them famous.

'80s-era musical acts who are still performing today

While there are plenty of bands or artists from that decade re-forming to make a little money off this retro obsession, other prominent groups from the '80s are still going strong...

Best Zombie Games On Xbox Game Pass

Everyone loves a good zombie game, and here are the best ones you can play on Xbox Game Pass.

Member of Taylor Swift's band leaves emotional note as Eras Tour comes to an end

As Taylor Swift said goodbye to her Eras Tour, one of her longtime band members shared an emotional message after the tour came to an end on Sunday (December 8). The pop star's bass player Amos Heller - who has been part of her band for 15 years - reflected on this time after touring the globe and performing 149 shows in what has set the record as ...

20 facts you might not know about 'It's a Wonderful Life'

It features prestigious names and has been a part of the season for decades. How the movie got to that point, though, is a different story altogether.

The full list of Cineworld cinemas closing down for good in the UK

Now streaming on Netflix, new Angelina Jolie movie is drawing major Oscar buzz

Angelina Jolie movie Maria, about opera singer Maria Callas, is now streaming on Netflix and could earn the actress another Oscar nomination.

Great TV couples that ascended to legendary when they got together

TV history is littered with examples of great couples, whether in sitcoms — where the will they/won’t they dynamic is particularly pronounced — or in dramas. These character pairings are easy to invest in — people who seem almost from the real world. Unsurprisingly, the best TV couples are those who end up being better as a pair than they ever were as individuals.

Best Free PS5 Games

There are quite a few free-to-play PS5 games available, and here's a look at some of the absolute best.

23 actresses we'd love to see in a 'Golden Girls' remake

While no one could ever fill the shoes of Betty White, Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, and Estelle Getty, a few women could most definitely come close.

Robert Duvall's most memorable cinematic roles

Since the early 1960s, Robert Duvall has been one of Hollywood's most versatile and depending actors. And like any legend, he seems to get better with age. Here's our rankings of his 25 best roles.

Can’t wait to stream Carry-On on Netflix? Here are 3 more action movies with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes

Carry-On is a new festive thriller starring Jason Bateman as a villainous character

Cillian Murphy's 'cameo' in 28 Years Later trailer becomes an instant meme

The hotly anticipated trailer for 28 Years Later has dropped, with eagle-eyed fans conspiring about one specific snippet that seemingly features Cillian Murphy. Produced and directed by Danny Boyle, the post-apocalyptic horror film is the third instalment in the 28 Days Later film series. It is based on a screenplay by Alex Garland. It's the film "...

Guess who’s back – Tiger Woods set to return at PNC Championship

Guess who’s back – Tiger Woods set to return at PNC Championship - The 48-year-old’s last competitive action came at the Open in July.

So This Is Christmas review – most wonderful time of the year in a small Irish town

A modest film with modest ambitions, this is a documentary that paints a portrait of a small Irish town at Christmas, through interviews with various inhabitants about their lives, touching on what the festive season means to them. There’s a single mum of three, now sober, who used to have a drinking problem. There’s a young widower contemplating his first Christmas with his two sons and without his beloved late wife. There’s a cheery older...

Greatest theme park rides based on movies

These days, you can do a lot more than just watch movies. You can play the game based on them. You can read fan-fiction adventures inspired by them. You can even ride them.

The best Christmas TV we can't wait to watch this year

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

AP Breakthrough Entertainer: Nicholas Alexander Chavez feels best between 'action' and 'cut'

AP Breakthrough Entertainer: Nicholas Alexander Chavez feels best between 'action' and 'cut' - Nicholas Alexander Chavez starred in two Ryan Murphy shows this fall

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.

Best PS Plus Games

PS Plus Extra and Premium have some of the greatest PlayStation games from across the console brand's history, and here are the best of the best.

7 Netflix shows with 100% Rotten Tomatoes scores that you’ve probably never heard of

Jim Carrey says he’s come out of retirement as he ‘needs the money’

Jim Carrey says he’s come out of retirement as he ‘needs the money’ - Carrey previously said: ‘I have enough. I’ve done enough. I am enough’

20 classic songs that weren't awarded a Grammy

You could make a pretty good playlist out of the songs that should have won a Grammy but didn’t. From the Wall of Sound to the 11th-biggest single of 2013, here are some of the best songs the Grammys missed over the years that still resonate today.

20 actors who tried their hand a career in music

Entertainers are multi-talented people, but not all actors are meant to be pop stars.

Movie Review: ‘September 5’ goes inside a newsroom during the Munich Olympics hostage crisis

Movie Review: ‘September 5’ goes inside a newsroom during the Munich Olympics hostage crisis - The new film “September 5" is a fictionalized account of ABC’s live coverage of the hostage crisis during the 1972 Munich Olympics

20 movie sequels that have no real reason to exist

The predecessors of these films work perfectly fine by themselves, which is usually why their second halves are of lesser quality and have no real reason to exist.

Netflix smash lands astounding 26,700,000 views in two weeks