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The 25 greatest ghost films

When it comes to spinning a good, ghostly yarn, the build's the thing. Setting, characterization, atmosphere...get your audience to hang on every word. Fire the imagination and then spring the trap. That's what the following filmmakers did in these exquisite tales of the paranormal.

Who is the most vile Bond villain?

There are many aspects to a great Bond film, but consider the villain and/or the henchmen as one of the most important parts. Here are the greatest villains ranked in 007 history.

‘Game of Thrones’ Animated Drama Eyed at HBO Max (Exclusive)

Sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that meetings with writers are under way for a potential series that would be part of the franchise’s expansion at parent company WarnerMedia.

European Box Office Drops $7.5 Billion in 2020 Due to COVID-19

European cinemas saw a 70.6 percent box-office decline as COVID-19 lockdowns wiped $7.5 billion off theatrical revenues.

'The Facts of Life' stars: Where are they now?

Here's what happened to the cast of 'The Facts of Life' after the show ended more than three decades ago.

‘The Masked Dancer’ new clues for Top 5: Cotton Candy, Tulip, Zebra …

“The Masked Dancer” has cut the competition in half with only 5 of the original 10 contestants still in the running to win season 1. The five celebrities still standing will compete again on the Top 5 quarter-final on February 3. They are disguised as Cotton Candy, Exotic Bird, Sloth, Tulip and Zebra. They made it

Queen Elizabeth Has No Plans to Step Down to Allow Prince Charles to Take the Crown: 'She Is Well'

The Queen will celebrate her 95th birthday in April but remains "in good fettle"

Who's up and who's down in the Oscar race? EW's awards experts debate

Ahead of Golden Globe nominations, Da 5 Bloods and Judas and the Black Messiah surge, while warning signs lurk for Mank and others.

From The Commish to Coyote: The roles of Michael Chiklis

The Witch Boy animated musical lands at Netflix with original music by Haim

The queer-friendly film will be directed by Oscar nominee Minkyu Lee.

'Riverdale' finally revealed the shocking identity of the mysterious auteur who's been terrorizing the town

The latest episode of the CW show unmasked the identity of the person who's been tormenting Archie and his friends with videotapes since season four.

Nikki Bella Says She and Fiancé Artem Chigvintsev Are in Therapy: 'He Doesn't Realize His Tone'

Nikki also shared a story of how Artem offended her during her time on 'DWTS' when she was still with John Cena.

Miley Cyrus Does Mazzy Star in NPR ‘Tiny Desk’ Preview

Miley Cyrus previewed Thursday’s (Jan, 28) NPR Tiny Desk Concert with a bit of her cover of Mazzy Star and a snippet of her own “Golden G-String.”

30 musicians with legendarily long careers

Stacker presents 30 musicians with legendarily long careers as of 2019. The list was compiled using a variety of Internet-based sources, including news articles and Billboard charts. The majority of featured artists remained not only active but relevant throughout the various decades of their respective careers.

Neville Longbottom actor had to wear 'vile' cheek padding after losing weight between movies

To keep Matthew Lewis looking like his "Harry Potter" character, he had to wear false teeth, plastic behind his ears, and cheek padding.

Stars turning 40 in 2021

See which stars were born in 1981!

Michael B. Jordan talks viral Black Lives Matter speech and working with 'the goat' Denzel Washington

Jordan told Insider why he felt the need to hold his industry to account last summer: "What side of history do you want to stand on?"

Winter TV 2021: All the Premiere Dates for New and Returning Shows – So Far (Photos)

Here's when 139 midseason shows debut and come back

'Kissing Booth 3': What We Know About the Final Film

Elle, Noah, Lee and the rest of the gang will be back for the third and final flick!

Bachelor Nation's Nick Viall and Girlfriend Natalie Joy Go Instagram Official in Cute Video

Natalie Joy, a surgical technologist, shared a playful video with the podcast host on her Instagram Story Wednesday

Jennifer Garner keeps casual for a socially-distanced stroll

Jennifer Garner was seen strolling around the posh Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles on Wednesday afternoon.

Inside Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk's 'Very Friendly' Relationship After Split

The pair have put their daughter first, a source tells ET.

Funny celebrity pics for January 2021

Tom Holland can only use Spidey senses at certain times and more celebrity pics that will make you laugh out loud.

Chip and Joanna Gaines' Family Album Through the Years

Loving life! It’s been a wild ride for Chip and Joanna Gaines after meeting in 2001 in Waco, Texas, and setting out to make a life together. The Kansas native and New Mexico-born carpenter tied the knot in 2003, and share five children, Drake, Ella, Duke, Emmie Kay and Crew. Shortly after getting married, the pair began building their life in Texas — which included their first business ventures, Magnolia Market and Magnolia Homes. They rose to fame nearly a decade later when they landed their own TV show, Fixer Upper, in 2012. Their family, however, has always come first. “At the end of the day, I love Jo more than anything in the world,” Chip told E! News in a March 2020 episode of In the Room. Once the series hit HGTV in 2013, the duo’s empire began to take off. They relaunched the market alongside a bakery on a 20,000-square-foot grain barn in 2015 — with food trucks and a nursery on the premises — called the Silos, before announcing in 2017 that the show that started it all would be ending with its fifth season. The duo stepped away from the cameras later that year with the final episode airing in 2018, but Chip and Joanna didn’t let up when it came to their Magnolia brand. They opened Magnolia Table restaurant in February 2018 and Magnolia Press coffee shop in November 2019. “Opening a coffee shop felt symbolic for what we hope people find when they come visit us in Waco — a space to be inspired and simply savor the time they’re spending with family and friends,” Joanna wrote on her blog in January 2020. “In a world where everything feels rushed, there’s a familiar and worthwhile pause waiting for us in a good cup of coffee — and chocolate cake — which we also serve at the Press!” The pair, who have published six books between them, are set to launch their own network in October 2020. They also have a line at Target. Scroll down to see their journey through the years — and their sweetest family moments.

Judas and the Black Messiah's LaKeith Stanfield, Daniel Kaluuya hold court in EW's exclusive portraits

15 Biggest Box Office Hits That Premiered at Sundance, From ‘The Blair Witch Project’ to ‘Get Out’ (Photos)

Films like "Precious," "Little Miss Sunshine" and "Napoleon Dynamite" all made noise in Park City before hitting the box office

Britney Spears’ Inner Circle Makes a Case for Her Conservatorship to End

Pulling back the curtain. A new documentary centers on Britney Spears’ life and career, offering rare insight from those in her inner circle about her lengthy conservatorship battle. The sixth episode of The New York Times Presents, titled “Framing Britney Spears,” features interviews with insiders including the Princess of Pop’s longtime family friend and former assistant, Felicia Culotta; the Jive Records marketing executive who helped shape her career, Kim Kaiman; various journalists and photographers who have covered Spears, 39, over the years; and lawyers who have had involvement in the conservatorship. The 75-minute film takes viewers through the Louisiana native’s childhood, her days on Star Search and The All-New Mickey Mouse Club, her megasuccessful music career, her romantic relationships with Justin Timberlake and Kevin Federline, her infamous breakdown in the mid-2000s, her comeback and the indefinite work hiatus that she has been on since 2019 as she fights for control of her life and money. In February 2008, Spears’ father, Jamie Spears, was named the conservator of her person and her estate. She has remained under the court-ordered guardianship ever since and rarely speaks about it publicly, though her attorney, Samuel D. Ingham III, told a judge in November 2020 that “she is afraid of her father” and refuses to “perform as long as her father is in charge of her career.” While Britney filed a request that same month to have Jamie, 68, removed as the conservator of her estate and replaced by a third party, he later claimed to CNN that they had been on “good terms” as recently as August 2020. Jamie has argued that he should stay on the case as he had been instrumental in saving Britney’s life and career when she was at her lowest point. The “Toxic” singer’s mother, Lynne Spears, is considered an interested party in the conservatorship, though she has never had a formal role like her ex-husband. Lynne, 65, has, however, indicated that she is on Britney’s side in terms of loosening the constraints. The Through the Storm author’s attorney, Gladstone Jones, said in a November 2020 court hearing that “Lynne believes the time is now to start fresh given the circumstances of Britney’s request [to remove Jamie].” In the midst of the drama, Britney’s diehard fans launched the #FreeBritney campaign on social media to voice concerns about possible injustices in the case. Ingham said in a September 2020 court filing that “Britney welcomes and appreciates the informed support of her fans” as she tries to “regain some personal autonomy” during her time out of the spotlight. Scroll down to read more from “Framing Britney Spears,” which begins streaming on Hulu Friday, February 5, and airs on FX that evening at 10 p.m. ET.

Quotes of the Week: Last Man Standing, Zoey's Playlist, Bridgerton and More

Turns out 2021 is a bit of a mess, after all — but at least the TV is good! To show our appreciation for the comforting constant that is television, we’ve compiled another batch of Quotes of the Week, recognizing standout dialogue from broadcast, cable and streaming series. This time around, we’ve got a memorably

Celebrities react the passing of Cloris Leachman

John Stamos, Roma Downey, Peter Frampton and others react the passing of Cloris Leachman.

Kate Hudson goofs around with daughter Rani Rose, 2, at breakfast

The 41-year-old Oscar nominee danced and hummed a little tune much to the amusement of her tiny tot and babydaddy, Lightwave Records founder Danny Fujikawa

Hollywood’s Notable Deaths of 2021 (Photos)

A look at all the stars in movies, TV, music, sports and media we've lost so far this year

These Are the 30+ Best Miniseries on Netflix - Watch Them Now!

While it's fun to get invested in a multiseason TV show, sometimes a good miniseries is just what you need!

Cannes’ Marché du Film to Run Alongside Film Festival in July

Cannes’ Marché du Film is set to run alongside the Cannes Film Festival from July 6-15, and will open registrations on March 15. Last year, the Cannes film market was held online in June while the festival had to cancel its edition due to the pandemic. “After a 2020 online edition as challenging as it

Lizzie McGuire Turns 20: See What the Disney Channel Cast Looks Like Today

It’s a bittersweet day for Lizzie McGuire fans. Tuesday marks 20 years since Hilary Duff introduced Disney Channel viewers to the now-iconic teen queen/occasional Italian pop star, but how can we celebrate the show’s legacy when we’re still mourning what could have been? (Duff confirmed in December that the show’s Disney+ revival is no longer

Congo Rising Sets Assassinated Leader Patrice Lumumba Film, Aims to Rebuild Congo Film Industry (EXCLUSIVE)

U.S.-based production company Congo Rising is preparing “Patrice Lumumba,” a film on the life of the Congolese leader who was assassinated in 1961. Lumumba, the leader of the Congolese National Movement party, was instrumental in securing Congo’s independence from Belgium and became the new republic’s first Prime Minister in 1960. However, after a a political

6 Fun Facts You Might Not Know About Joe Biden's Granddaughter Maisy Biden

Joe Biden's grandchildren were a stylish and supportive group at the presidential inauguration, and we're taking note!

You'll Love WandaVision Even More After Reading These Behind-the-Scenes Tidbits

WandaVision, the first Marvel Studio's television show, just kicked off the start of phase four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and it's nothing short of fantastic!

35 Most Anticipated New TV Shows Coming in 2021, Including ‘Loki,’ ‘Gossip Girl,’ ‘Bel-Air’

The new calendar year is stacked to the brim with some of the biggest names in film, but this time they’ll be tackling their roles on television instead. Many of Marvel’s upcoming projects are aimed at streaming, with some of the heroes from their blockbuster movies being expounded upon in spinoff series. “WandaVision” premieres Friday,

Directors Whose Work We’re Excited to See in 2021

Movies and art are still the pillars for our survival during the COVID-19 pandemic. As one awards season is currently underway, we look ahead to films that shifted from their original dates, features coming soon to theaters and streaming, and films that don’t have a date but have compelling directors attached. Variety assembled a robust list

What to Watch on Thursday: Track down the conclusion of Search Party season 4 on HBO Max

What to Watch on Thursday: Track down the conclusion of 'Search Party' season 4 on HBO Max.

Boy or Girl? See Pregnant Celebrities’ Creative Sex Reveals in 2021

It’s a … ! Cheyenne Floyd, Lauren Bushnell and more pregnant stars have used creative methods to share the sexes of their babies in 2021. The Teen Mom OG star teased her reveal in December 2020, writing via Instagram: “2020 has been a hell of a year, one that we will not forget. It has been filled with so many ups and downs. I am ready to take on 2021 with new energy and a positive spirit. This year God blessed me in ways I could have never imagined. I’m honored to be a mommy for the second time! We are excited to share with you what we are having!” The following day, the MTV personality shared footage from her and boyfriend Zach Davis’ party, complete with blue powder and confetti. “I might still be in shock that I am having a boy,” the Challenge alum captioned her January 1 Instagram post. “Happiness is an understatement to try to explain how we feel. My family and I are elated.” The Los Angeles native added that her and ex Cory Wharton’s daughter, Ryder, “wanted a baby brother and swears she knew this whole time.” Floyd concluded, “I know she’s going to be an amazing big sister. Mommy and Daddy love you and can’t wait to meet you.” The social media upload came one month after she and Davis announced that they had a little one on the way. The pregnant star gushed via Instagram about how “supportive” her partner was in November 2020. As for Bushnell, the Bachelor alum is also expecting a baby boy. The former reality star’s husband, Chris Lane, used his golfing skills to reveal the baby-to-be’s sex. “Hello 2021,” the country singer captioned January 1 footage. “IT’S A BOY.” Bushnell added in a post of her own: “Sweet baby BOY, we cannot wait to meet you! I already love you so much! … My family was in town and I’ve truly never seen Chris/my brothers so excited! And yes, [our dog], Coopy, definitely knows I’m pregnant.” She and Lane tied the knot in October 2019 in Nashville, four months after the “Big, Big Plans” singer proposed to the Oregon native. Keep scrolling to see influencer Arielle Charnas and more expectant stars’ creative announcements.

‘Sex and the City’: The 10 Best Episodes, Ranked

“Sex and the City” is about to pivot into a bold new future without one of its core cast members — but fans know that friendship, in all its complications, was at the heart of the original series. In the run-up to the newly announced HBO Max series, “And Just Like That,” following three of

A first look at Chip and Joanna Gaines' revamped Fixer Upper

50 best Top Gear episodes

For new or long-standing fans of the British car and adventure series Top Gear, it can be hard to know which of many episodes is worth watching. Stacker used IMDB to narrow down fan favorites, highlighting the absolute best.

Telemundo to Launch Revamped Morning News Show (Exclusive)

‘Hoy Día’ will feature a more news-heavy approach in response to viewer demand, says the network’s head of news programming.

Most successful musical artists of all time

Stacker looked at data from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and the Grammy Awards to curate a gallery of the most successful musical artists of all time.

Films that did the best and worst jobs of predicting the future

Here are 10 films we think did a solid job of predicting the future and 10 that were just a bit off...

The Masked Dancer's Hammerhead Speaks and Teases Some Serious Jersey Shore Drama

The Hammerhead has officially been revealed on The Masked Dancer! See what the reality TV veteran has to say about his experience on the show.

How Ariel Winter Navigated Her Especially Rocky Transition Away From Child Stardom

Growing up in Hollywood can be hard, but between vicious online bullies and a drawn-out family feud, the Modern Family actress has had it tougher than most.

Britney Spears Dances to Ex Justin Timberlake and JAY-Z's Song 'Holy Grail'

Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake were the it couple from 1999 to 2002