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Nina Starner

A Terrible Kevin James Comedy Is Defying The Odds And Killing It On Netflix

Netflix’s content catalog is filled with great films, from Academy Award nominees to outstanding Netflix originals, but somehow, 2009's much-maligned Paul Blart: Mall Cop is crushing it on the streaming platform.

Devon Forward

The Fantasy Series That Avatar: The Last Airbender Fans Need To Watch On Netflix

With the hit animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender finally making its way to Netflix, fans continue to rewatch, theorize about the show, and praise it for its accomplishments. But what do you do when you finish rewatching it for the tenth time?

Dany Roth

The Secret Behind Netflix's Personalized Thumbnails

If you're a Netflix subscriber, something you've likely noticed (and maybe even thought about) is the thumbnails you see for each movie and show you are recommended. The axiom may be "don't judge a book by its cover" but, in reality, Netflix thinks a lot about this — and it matters.

Will Ferrell stars as Harold Crick in Stranger Than Fiction

Mike Bedard

Will Ferrell's Underrated Dark Comedy You Need To Watch On Netflix

If you don't think Will Ferrell can be serious when he wants to be, then you've obviously never seen Stranger Than Fiction. While the 2006 film does have a comedic sensibility, it allows Ferrell to delve into a side of his acting chops he rarely shows off.

Tom Meisfjord

A Ryan Reynolds Flop Is Defying The Odds And Dominating Netflix

In brightest day, in blackest night, and in a very specific set of markets in Central and South America, Green Lantern has finally found its audience. The 2011 flop is currently tearing up the charts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and darned near every corner of mainland South America.

David Castañeda as Diego Hargreeves in The Umbrella Academy

Sharon Pruitt-Young

How The Umbrella Academy's David Castaneda Almost Missed Playing Diego

While it may be hard to imagine anyone but David Castañeda portraying The Umbrella Academy's vigilante with a heart of gold, that's what would have happened, had the 31-year-old actor taken a different path earlier in life.

Devon Forward

Netflix Has A Tom Holland Disaster Movie You've Probably Never Seen

Netflix has recently added a bunch of new movies and television to put on your watch list, including a Tom Holland-starring disaster film called The Impossible.

Emily Alatalo stars as Mack in A Christmas Catch

Mike Bedard

The Crime-Centric Christmas Movie Heating Up The Netflix Charts

It's never too early to start planning your Christmas movie playlist, and Netflix has an assortment of holiday-themed flicks to put you in a festive spirit. One film in particular, Christmas Catch, is currently burning up the Netflix charts.

Emma Stone as Olive Penderghast in Easy A

Robert Balkovich

The Hilarious Emma Stone Comedy Everyone's Loving On Netflix

There are enough poignant moments in Easy A that the film feels substantial, but the tone is light and the humor is uproarious. Here's what else you need to know about this high school comedy gem that has Netflix viewers watching in droves.

Ian Goldstein

The Controversial Sketch Comedy Everyone's Binging On Netflix

The sketch comedy series that made waves nearly two decades ago is back with a bang. Chappelle's Show premiered on Netflix on November 1, and it's already scoring big ratings, landing a spot on the streaming platform's Top 10 TV Shows in the U.S. list.

Tom Meisfjord

The Mark Wahlberg Action Movie Burning Up The Netflix Charts

November's Netflix releases include a bevy of cinematic classics. One notable addition to the streaming service's offerings is Mile 22, a 2018 action thriller that's tearing its way up the Netflix charts.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Edward Snowden in Snowden

Pauli Poisuo

The Biographical Thriller Killing It On Netflix Right Now

Is Snowden really one of the best things on Netflix right now? Let's take a look at the biographical thriller that's killing it on Netflix right now.

Mike Bedard

The Penn Badgley Photo That Has Netflix's You Fans Freaking Out

Fans have been waiting on bated breath since December of 2019 for news on season 3 of You, and based on a recent Facebook post from Netflix, they now have a major reason to get excited.

Emma Roberts and Luke Bracey in Holidate

Tom Meisfjord

The Real Reason Netflix Fans Are Pausing This Holidate Scene

There are plenty of reasons to take a moment and reflect on what's happening. Sometimes it's a crucial mental health maneuver. Other times, you think you just saw Ryan Gosling. In the case of viewers watching Netflix's Holidate, maybe it's a little of both.

Keanu Reeves as Evan Webber in Knock Knock

Ian Goldstein

The Disturbing Keanu Reeves Thriller That's Killing It On Netflix

Keanu Reeves is killing it in 2020. In a year that's been far less than excellent, the beloved veteran actor has gifted us a third Bill and Ted movie, exciting news about the fourth Matrix film, and a fresh chance to watch an older thriller of his — that's now dominating Netflix.

Tom Meisfjord

The Gritty Cop Drama That's Burning Up The Netflix Charts

Written and directed by real-life ex-cop Olivier Marchal, the César Award nominee and astonishingly prolific filmmaker behind 36 Quai des Orfèvres, Rogue City hit Netflix like a freight train on October 30th.

Pauli Poisuo

Ozark's Julia Garner Is Unrecognizable In New Netflix Role

She's best known for playing Ruth on Ozark, but Julia Garner isn't afraid to explore new roles. The star has recently been seen on the set of her new Netflix project — and she's essentially unrecognizable.

The Sparrow Academy in The Umbrella Academy season 2 finale

Abbey White

Why The Umbrella Academy's Green Cube Might Not Be What You Think

The Umbrella Academy's season 2 finale was chock-full of surprises, but the biggest may have come in the form of a floating box. What — or who — is it? And is it really named Christopher?

Patrick Phillips

The Supernatural Detective Series Fans Of Lucifer Need To Binge On Netflix

Sadly, the sixth season of Lucifer will indeed be its last. With the end of days drawing near, fans will be looking for a new terrifying saga to indulge in.

Toya Turner as Shotgun Mary on Netflix's Warrior Nun

Mike Bedard

Why Shotgun Mary From Warrior Nun On Netflix Looks So Familiar

It'll be intriguing to see the continuing journey of our hero, Ava, in Warrior Nun's second season, but there's another character fans are excited to see back on screen: Shotgun Mary. She's portrayed to perfection by Toya Turner, and while the name may not be familiar, you may have seen her before.

Justin H. Min as Ben Hargreeves in The Umbrella Academy

Devon Forward

How Ben Should Really Look In The Umbrella Academy

While fans of Netflix's The Umbrella Academy have grown accustomed to Justin H. Min's handsome face as Ben Hargreeves, aka Number Six, it turns out that his comic counterpart isn't quite as pretty.

Anya Taylor-Joy as Beth Harmon on Netflix's The Queen's Gambit

Mike Bedard

The Biggest Changes Netflix's The Queen's Gambit Made To Beth

The Queen's Gambit, Netflix's miniseries adaptation of the novel by Walter Tevis, is largely faithful to its source material. However, if you read the book, you may realize there are some pretty significant differences, particularly when it comes to Beth's character.

Sydney Baum Haines

Why You Should Be Excited About Netflix's Born To Be Murdered

John David Washington of Tenet fame is starring in Born to Be Murdered, a recent Netflix acquisition, along with Alicia Vikander. Producing it is Luca Guadagnino, working with much of the crew from his Call Me by Your Name. With such an acclaimed cast and crew, it's looking to be an exciting film.

Adam Sandler as Danny Meyerowitz in The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)

Ian Goldstein

The Adam Sandler Comedy-Drama You've Never Seen On Netflix

While Adam Sandler struck gold with the success of his latest holiday release Hubie Halloween, the prolific actor has another film on Netflix you may never have seen -- and this one does not include an inexplicable silly voice.

Pauli Poisuo

Netflix Just Dropped Huge News For Assassin's Creed Fans

It looks like the hidden blade might soon be unsheathed once again.

Anya Taylor-Joy as Beth Harmon on The Queen's Gambit

Robert Balkovich

The Intense New Drama That's Taking Over Netflix Right Now

Netflix's freshly released miniseries The Queen's Gambit follows one young woman's quest to triumph in a difficult and male-dominated field. That struggle is part of the reason why The Queen's Gambit is currently the number-one series on Netflix's most-watched list.

Gitte Witt and Tuva Olivia Remman in Cadaver

Tom Meisfjord

The Creepy Post-Apocalyptic Thriller That's Killing It On Netflix

What's on your short list of things that send chills up your spine? A post-nuclear apocalyptic setting? Wealthy folks with insidious agendas? Spooky old hotels? If you answered yes to the above, then you'll want to check out Cadaver, the thriller that's currently picking up steam on Netflix.