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15 Awesome Vintage PSAs You Probably Forgot
Children of the '80s and '90s pretty much learned everything they need to know from TV. (It was basically like a third parent.) Besides "very special" sitcom episodes, one of the major ways we learned about how to say no to drugs and avoid "stranger danger" was from public service announcements.
See the Cast of ‘Groundhog Day’ Then and Now
When it was released in 1993, 'Groundhog Day' was only a modest success at the box office. But thanks to a hilarious lead performance from Bill Murray, an original script cowritten and directed by Harold Ramis and a cast that includes familiar faces like Chris Elliott and Andie MacDowell, it has gone on to become a comedy classic.
The 5 Most Annoying Reactions to the ‘Breaking Bad’ Finale
You may be annoyed with some of the things your friends are posting on Facebook and Twitter about the 'Breaking Bad' finale. We are too, and thus decided to offer up a list of some of the most irritating reactions people are having towards the finale of (un)arguably the greatest show of all time.
10 Facts You May Not Know About ‘Breaking Bad’
With its intricate plots and frequent use of symbolism, 'Breaking Bad' is show that rewards close viewing. But there are some behind-the-scenes facts about the show that even hardcore fans might not know.
Live From New York: The ‘Saturday Night Live’ Movies That Almost Happened
Find out what happened to proposed movies for Stefon, Hans and Franz, Dieter and other once beloved recurring 'SNL' sketches.
If the Spotify Discover Tab Were Honest
Have you ever noticed how the recommendations in the "Discover" section of Spotify are a little too specific sometimes? We did, and decided to show you what an "honest" Spotify player would look like. Check it out below.
The Worst Comic Book TV Shows
With 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. premiering this month,' 'Arrow' entering its second season and 'The Walking Dead' season four on the way, we are currently in a renaissance of comic book TV shows.
5 Zombies From ‘The Walking Dead’ Who Could Get Their Own Spin-Off
Here are our picks for zombies, er, "walkers" who deserve their own show.
‘Worst Twerk Fail Ever’ Video Actually a Jimmy Kimmel Hoax
So remember the video of the twerking girl who accidentally set herself on fire? Remember how we all got a good laugh out of it? Remember how everyone from YouTube commenters to morning news shows dubbed it "the end of the twerking craze as we know it"?
Well, turns out it was all a hoax perpetuated by that merry prankster Jimmy Kimmel.
The Funniest, Weirdest and Most Ridiculous TV Pilots Ever Produced
Imagine for a second that the movie industry operated the same way that TV does. That would mean that every year, tons of half-hour and one-hour movies would be produced, most of which would never see the light of day. The TV biz makes hundreds of pilots every year, and only a handful ever make it to the air...
That Inspirational Bill Watterson Cartoon You’re Sharing Isn’t Actually By Bill Watterson
If you've checked your Facebook feed lately, chances are you've seen a friend, coworker, acquaintance or former middle school teacher sharing a "new" inspirational Bill Watterson cartoon. Except, it's not actually by the reclusive artist behind the beloved 'Calvin and Hobbes' comic strip.
Avril Lavigne Makes Out with Winnie Cooper, Fights BearShark in ‘Rock N Roll’ Video
When was the last time you thought about Avril Lavigne? 2003? Oh. Well, get ready to flashback to a time when you cared about her particular brand of punk pop, because her new video for 'Rock N Roll' features two of the internet's favorite things -- grown-up '80s TV stars and BearShark.
10 Controversial Comic Book Movie Castings — Besides Ben Affleck as Batman
When it comes to comic book movie castings, this sort of outrage is nothing new. Just about every announcement comes with some sort of protest, as comic book fans have their own preconceived notions of what the big screen version of their favorite hero or villain should look and sound like.
Watch Mike Tyson Completely Fail While Playing ‘Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out’
This video from Fox Sports would have us believe that Mike Tyson has never played the classic Nintendo game that shares his name. Actually, considering all the trouble Iron Mike got into during the '80s, that's probably accurate.
Terry Crews, Nick Kroll and More Star in Major Lazer’s Gloriously ’80s Music Video
If you're at all familiar with Major Lazer, then you know that he is the musical persona of electronic DJ Diplo. You also probably know that he's a cartoon badass whose music video adventures are basically what would happen if you put G.I. Joe, 'Mad Max' and a dash of 'Action Jackson' in a blender and hit purée. He also has a machine gun attached to his arm. So basically he means serious business.