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John Boyega and Kelly Marie Tran in Star Wars - Episode VIII: The Last Jedi

Dany Roth

What It Would Take For Kelly Marie Tran To Play Rose Tico Again

Rose Tico had less than a minute and a half worth of screen time in The Rise of Skywalker, so naturally people want to know: Would Kelly Marie Tran ever return to the world of Star Wars? Her answer might surprise you.

Mike Floorwalker

This Is Tom Hanks' Most Underrated Movie

Tom Hanks' dramatic roles earned him his reputation as one of the greatest actors of his generation, but for what might have been his most impressive dramatic performance, he didn't even score an award nomination. That performance: Director Sam Mendes' 2002 gangster drama Road to Perdition.

Andrew Black

Proof Sacha Baron Cohen Can Play Any Role

As Abbie Hoffman in The Trial of the Chicago 7, Sacha Baron Cohen embodies one of the most important American counterculture figures of the '60s. When it comes to artistic range, there's really not a lot that Sacha Baron Cohen can't do. Here's all the proof you need.

Paris Berelc prepares for Halloween in Netfix's Hubie Halloween

Sabienna Bowman

Why Megan From Hubie Halloween Looks So Familiar

Adam Sandler can't save Halloween without a little help in his new Netflix movie Hubie Halloween. One of the movie's main stars might appear to be a newcomer to any adults in the audience who don't have tweens: Paris Berelc, who plays Megan. Here's where you may have seen her before.

Adam Sandler as Hubie DuBois in Hubie Halloween

Christopher Gates

Small Details You Missed In Hubie Halloween

Not only does Hubie Halloween have plenty of unexpected plot twists, unforeseen jokes, and more surprise cameos than you can possibly imagine, but it's also crammed full of small details that bring its absurd version of Salem, Massachusetts to vibrant life.

Ben Kaye

Things Only Adults Notice In Hubie Halloween

Sandler's stupidly hilarious antics are more accessible than ever, with viewers of all ages able to laugh along with this Halloween-themed comedy. But Hubie Halloween contains some tidbits that will only be picked up on by older viewers, especially those familiar with Sandler's previous movies.

T.S. Lowry

The Ending Of Books Of Blood Explained

Books of Blood tells three spellbinding stories that intersect for a dark ending. Although the fate of each main character is eventually unveiled, the conclusion of this horror film can leave audience members questioning how everyone's destination was reached while piecing together the collection.

Colin Tessier

Why Sokka From The Last Airbender Looks So Familiar

More than a decade after the movie premiered, The Last Airbender is still a controversial film, with many fans of the beloved cartoon that inspired it, Avatar: The Last Airbender, being left unsatisfied. But some fans might be unsure where they recognize Sokka, brought to life by Jackson Rathbone.

Cheech Marin, Robert De Niro, Jane Seymour, and Christopher Walken in The War with Grandpa

Tim Lammers

War With Grandpa Stars Talk About Finally Getting Chance To Work With Robert De Niro - Exclusive

Although Robert De Niro's resume is vast, there are plenty of actors who have never had the opportunity to collaborate with the legend. That just changed for a couple of veteran performers and a young co-star who can be seen alongside De Niro in the new family comedy The War with Grandpa.

Eddie Van Halen, original Back to the Future poster art

Tom Meisfjord

Eddie Van Halen Was In Back To The Future And You Didn't Even Know It

Over a career spanning half a century, Eddie Van Halen contributed to numerous memorable moments in pop culture history.

Robert Balkovich

The Movie Score You Didn't Know Eddie Van Halen Wrote

In 1984, Van Halen made one of the more fascinating moves in his career when he teamed up with Donn Landee to compose the score of the teen dramedy The Wild Life, written and produced by an up-and-comer named Cameron Crowe.

Robert Balkovich

The Secret Disney Club You Never Knew Existed

Disneyland is filled to bursting with whimsical and heartfelt attractions, but not all of them are easily accessible to your average ticket holder. For years, urban legends about the park have claimed that there is an exclusive member's only club hidden there ... and the rumors are true.

Ben Kaye

Things Only Adults Notice In ParaNorman

From behind-the-scenes factoids and spooky Easter eggs to familiar actors bringing this world to life, it's time to take a look at the things only adults notice in ParaNorman.

Patrick Phillips

This Is Brad Pitt's Most Underrated Movie On Netflix

Even as some Brad Pitt movies get a bit more attention than others, it's almost impossible to label any film featuring the actor as "underrated," though Pitt's harrowing 2006 drama Babel may just fit the bill.

Johnny Depp as Raul Duke in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

Tom Meisfjord

One Of Johnny Depp's Most Important Movies Was A Total Box Office Flop

In 1998, Johnny Depp starred as a bald, middle-aged sports reporter in the cinematic adaptation of a seminal work of gonzo journalism. It was Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, the mind-tripping big screen take on the works of Hunter S. Thompson, and it flopped at the box office.

Mike Floorwalker

Here's How Robert Downey Jr. Got The Job To Play Iron Man In The MCU

"Robert Downey, Jr. as Tony Stark" ranks among the most iconic pairings of actor and role of all time, and the MCU is the biggest film franchise ever. But Downey was never a shoo-in for the part — and in an alternate universe, he never landed the role, Iron Man flopped, and the MCU never existed.

Charlie Plummer and Katherine Langford in Spontaneous

Katy Kroll

Director Brian Duffield Reveals The Surprising Inspiration Behind Spontaneous - Exclusive

The new film Spontaneous has a little bit of everything. It's a coming-of-age tale, a love story, a sociopolitical commentary, and it's all centered around exploding teenagers. In an exclusive interview with Looper, director Brian Duffield talked about the surprising places he found inspiration.

Roger Allam as Lewis Prothero in V for Vendetta

Tom Meisfjord

Why Prothero's Dolls In V For Vendetta Are Important

In the background of Prothero's home in the movie V for Vendetta, you'll see eight dolls, sitting on a shelf, dressed in bright orange prison jumpsuits. Weird? Maybe. We're not here to shame anybody. But if you read the comic, you'll realize that Prothero's macabre tchotchkes have a deeper meaning.

Michileen Martin

The Untold Truth Of Marvel's Everett Ross

From his surprising origins to his place in the MCU, here's the untold truth of Everett Ross.

Xandra Harbet

Movies To Watch If You Love Ratched

Between plots surrounding serial killers, sham hospitals, genetic splicing, and another Ryan Murphy project, there's more than enough material to entertain Ratched fans until the wicked nurse is back in session.

Steve Martin and Kimberly Williams in Father of the Bride

Robert Balkovich

The Father Of The Bride Timeline Explained

Not only did a long-awaited Father of the Bride threequel (sort of) drop in September, but an upcoming reboot of the crowd-pleasing film was also recently announced. With all the updates in the news, now seems like a great time to break down the timeline of the Father of the Bride series.

Devon Forward

The Disney World Attractions You'll Sadly Never Get To Experience

Disney World in Orlando has consistently adapted with the times, and a lot of the time, a new attraction has to replace something, which means fans have had to say goodbye to a lot of their favorite rides. For newer visitors, there are a handful of attractions they'll never get to experience.

Hannah John-Kamen and Robbie Amell from the new Resident Evil movie

Robert Balkovich

Huge Casting News Drops For The Resident Evil Origin Story Movie

The upcoming Resident Evil reboot that is sure to thrill fans of the storied video games that serve as inspiration.

Adam Swiderski

Project Power Effects Supervisor Ivan Moran - Exclusive Interview

Looper sat down with Project Power effects supervisor Ivan Moran for a conversation about finding inspiration in the animal kingdom, turning Hollywood stars into superheroes, and why there's simply no substitute for practical effects.

Salvatore Lamborn

The Most Useful Gadgets In James Bond History

Gadgets are a quintessential element to the James Bond franchise's popularity, and over six decades and 20-plus Bond films, we've seen tons of fascinating devices. Here are some of the most useful gadgets in James Bond history.

Adam Swiderski

Chen Tang On Why A Female-Led Crew Was Perfect For Mulan - Exclusive

Looper spoke with actor Chen Tang, who plays the wise-cracking Yao, about why he thinks Niki Caro's particular directing style was the right fit for Mulan, and what having a female perspective behind the camera did for him as a part of the cast.

Sydney Baum Haines

Robert Downey Jr. Has Marvel-Style Plans For His Sherlock Movies

While speaking during the keynote panel of the virtual Fast Company Innovation Festival, Robert Downey Jr. and his wife and producing partner Susan Downey revealed that they intend to build out a Sherlock mystery universe, with interconnected stories à la the Marvel Cinematic Universe.