This Rotten Sequel to a Jim Carrey Comic Classic Is Now Streaming For Free

WithSonic the Hedgehog 3reminding moviegoers ofJim Carrey’s brilliant physical comedytalent, it’s only natural to go back and explore the actor’s expansive back catalog. One of his best films from the 90s isThe Mask, based on the Dark Horse Comics series. The film was a critical and box office hit. Yet what people might know is the film did get a sequel in 2005 that didn’t see Carrey return. Now,Son of the Maskis getting a second chance of life on streaming for free....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Molly Hernandez

Thor: Love and Thunder Retains Top Spot at Box Office With $46.5 Million

As rival studios steered clear ofThor: Love and Thunder, Disney’s latest Marvel film didn’t face much trouble in retaining its hold on the top spot at the box office. Although its Friday-to-Friday drop might concern executives.Love and Thunderfell by a massive 80% on its second Friday, as it added $13.8 million to its domestic tally. The film is expected to make $46.5 million over its sophomore weekend. That’s a significant fall from its healthy $144 million debut last week, and can be attributed to any number of factors, including but not limited tomediocre reviews, ho-hum fan response, and the knowledge that the film will be available on the Disney+ streaming app 45 days after its theatrical release....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 501 words · John Taylor

Two of Our Favorite 'Ghosts' Just Hooked Up, but I Need More

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for the finale of Season 4 of Ghosts.The Season 4 finale ofGhostshas officially arrived, and with it comes the resolution of a slow burn that’s been sitting on the back burner for quite some time. While Sam (Rose McIver) and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) deal with the very real danger of Elias (Matt Walsh) getting his hands on Jay’s soul,Alberta (Danielle Pinnock)pours her heart out — and it pays off....

August 16, 2025 · 7 min · 1372 words · Anthony Parker

We Own This City: Josh Charles & Jamie Hector on Filming Brutal Scenes

[Editor’s note: The following contains spoilers for the season finale of We Own This City.]From executive producersGeorge PelecanosandDavid Simon, and based on the book byBaltimore SunreporterJustin Fentonabout the corruption that led to the collapse of the Baltimore Police Department’s Gun Trace Task Force, the HBO six-episode limited seriesWe Own This Cityillustrates what happens when results are prioritized over actual police work. After decades of a relentless drug war that resulted in mass incarceration, Sgt....

August 16, 2025 · 10 min · 2100 words · Kenneth Simpson

What Does Notifications Silenced Mean?

Have you ever noticed “Notifications Silenced” appear when messaging someone on your iPhone? This message indicates that the recipient has enabled a Focus Mode on their device.Focus Modes, such as Do Not Disturb or Sleep, temporarily block notifications to reduce distractions. While notifications are silenced, your messages still reach the recipient’s device. They simply won’t see an alert until they exit the Focus Mode. This feature helps iPhone users manage their digital wellbeing by controlling when they receive notifications....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1095 words · Lisa Casey

‘The Nightmare on Elm Street’ Moment That Was Too Scary

Whatever you do, don’t…fall…asleep. AfterFreddy Krueger (Robert Englund) invades the dreamscape, you will be wishing for sleep paralysis instead. Some might fear him, but there’s a better chance many more adore the gallows humor and one-liners he has at the ready when facing a victim. DirectorWes Craven, king of the horror genre, created a new monster in 1984’sA Nightmare on Elm Streetthat one movie couldn’t contain. Freddy, the dream-dwelling, razor-gloved killer is a pop culture icon because ofcountless appearances in movies, TV, and merchandise....

August 16, 2025 · 7 min · 1429 words · Veronica Mccarthy

"It's So Good, It's Painful": Martin Scorsese on His Incredibly Meta Cameo in ‘The Studio’

Martin Scorsesemight be one of the most revered filmmakers in history, but even he isn’t above poking fun at the madness of modern moviemaking — especially when he’s part of the punchline. In the debut episode ofApple TV+’s new satirical comedyThe Studio, Scorsese drops by for a cameo that’s so sharp it had him laughing in recognition. In the series, which premiered with two episodes and continues weekly on Thursdays,studio head Matt Remick (Seth Rogen)is thrilled to land Scorsese for what’s billed as his final film....

August 15, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Tracy Williams

"You're Not Going To Be Enough": Jinger Duggar Vuolo Gets Candid About Struggles With People-Pleasing in New Book

Jinger Duggar Vuolois getting candid about her people-pleasing tendencies. The19 Kids and Countingstar is reflecting on howself-doubt during her childhood triggered her to become a people-pleaserin her latest book,People Pleaser: Breaking Free from the Burden of Imaginary Expectations, which will be released on June 28, 2025. In an exclusive interview withPEOPLEon August 10, 2025, Jinger Duggar Vuolo shared howshe had an innate need to get along with everyone when she was a child....

August 15, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · Charles Hill

'Ghosted': Everything We Know so Far About the Chris Evans Film

Quick Links It’s been a while since we have seen great chemistry-filled collaborations between an actor and an actress. In the early days of Hollywood, there wasKatherine HepburnandSpencer Tracyand later on, in the 90s, romantic comedy fanatics were blessed with the films ofMeg RyanandTom Hanks. But with the release ofApple TV+’s new film,Ghosted,it looks like our prayers for the next great duo have been answered. This romantic comedy starringChris EvansandAna de Armaswill be their third collaboration after having starred in the successful mystery whodunit film,Knives Out, as well as Netflix’s action-packed thriller,The Gray Man....

August 15, 2025 · 7 min · 1402 words · Adam Phillips

'House of David' Finale Review: A Final Face Off With Goliath, but That's Not the End of the Story

Editor’s note: The below recap contains spoilers for the House of David finale. AsHouse of Davidhasbeen renewed for a second season, we can rest easy knowing that the Season 1 finale, “David and Goliath - Part 2,” is only that: a season,notseries, finale. The Prime Video original has beenmaking waves on streaming, and continues to propel the biblical story of David (Michael Iskander) with care and ease. The second part of the infamous “David and Goliath” narrative delivers fully on the title, and we cannot wait to see what Goliath’s (Martyn Ford) defeat means for the Kingdom of Israel going forward....

August 15, 2025 · 9 min · 1773 words · James Carrillo

'Joy Ride,' 'Euphoria' Stars Join the Suspect List for 'Poker Face' Season 2

One of Peacock’s breakout series last year wasRian Johnson’sPoker FacestarringNatasha Lyonne. The murder mystery dramedy was full of twists and turns in its first season. However, one of the best parts was seeing what famous faces would show up in each episode. Now, with Season 2 in production,more guest stars have been added toPoker Face’s suspect list. The four new guest stars includeSherry Cola(Shortcomings,Joy Ride),Kevin Corrigan(Narcos: Mexico,Godfather of Harlem),Ben Marshall(Saturday Night Live)andKathrine Narducci(Euphoria)....

August 15, 2025 · 2 min · 375 words · Jessica Perez

'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3' Global Box Office Passes Key Milestone

MultihyphenateNia Vardalos’ third installment in theMy Big Fat Greek Weddingfranchise is going strong commercially. The movie has by far amassed $23.9 million worldwide at the box office in its second weekend — with $5.3 million coming from overseas, and $18.5 at the domestic box office. With a returning cast and writer/director Vardalos back at the helm, the feature tells yet another heartwarming tale of love and cultural exchange. The third part of the long-running franchise aims to recreate the nostalgia and capture the spirit of the original feature that warmed the hearts of many....

August 15, 2025 · 2 min · 387 words · Paul Fletcher

'Suits' Most Devastating Moment Changes Mike Forever

Finding newfound popularity on Netflix with a new,L.A.-based spin-off set to begin filming next month,Aaron Korsh’sSuitsis a legal drama series that gets your emotions oscillating at both ends of the pendulum: love or hate, happiness or sadness, pain or pleasure. There are no in-betweens. You love it whenHarvey Specter (Gabriel Macht)closes the most defiant of clients or wins the most challenging of battles. You feel forLouis Litt (Rick Hoffman), even if you hate himmost of the time,when he opens up to Harvey about how getting mugged made him a mess....

August 15, 2025 · 6 min · 1155 words · Debra Nelson