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Chris Morgan

Chris Morgan is a Detroit-based culture writer who has somehow managed to justify getting his BA in Film Studies. He has written about sports and entertainment across various internet platforms for years and is also the author of three books about '90s television.

EXPERTISE:

Movies, TV, Sitcoms, Indie Music, 90's Culture, Classic Films, NFL, NBA, NHL, Soccer

The best new TV shows of 2024

The sheer deluge of new television every year did not slow to a trickle in 2024, but it did feel like it wasn’t a torrential downpour. Or maybe we’ve just gotten used to blocking out the stuff we have no interest in.

Notable TV shows that ended in 2024

Some are unceremoniously canceled, those that end long runs of their own volition, and much in between.

A gift from Father Christmas for every Premier League club

Let’s say we could give every Premier League club one Christmas gift. What would be the thing to get them? Related to the season, of course. Otherwise we could just get them some socks or something.

Making new predictions for the final Premier League table at the one-third mark

Now, at this juncture in the season, with games played, we are taking that information and reassessing. Here’s our prediction for the final Premier League table with one-third of the season in the books…ish.

The best original shows you can stream on Paramount+

Many streaming services have found footing through original programming. Netflix and Hulu have had several hits, and Apple TV+ keeps throwing money at big names to try and generate big TV shows.

16 horror films that prove a simple premise is often better

Horror movies have gotten needlessly complicated. Take, for example, 2024’s “Heretic.” Hugh Grant has a super-elaborate murder house and some weird philosophical underpinnings to his insidious plans.

TV shows that feature unorthodox crime solvers

Most films about solving crimes are straightforward. Take “Law & Order” for example. A couple of New York cops (ideally one of them Lenny Briscoe)

What music? The 17 best original shows on MTV

MTV changed the landscape of both television and music, apt given what those letters stood for, when it became a network dedicated to showing music videos.

14 awesome films about New York in the 1970s

New York City has been front and center in hundreds of movies. That has been true since the early days of film, and it is still valid. However, the idea of “1970s New York” is the decade of the city that draws the most interest.

Movies and shows you can stream on Netflix right now

This streaming guide, naturally, includes some of the originals, but also other options worth checking out.

Movies and shows you can stream on Amazon Prime right now

If you’re paying for Amazon Prime for shopping purposes, you should really check out the movies and TV shows that are available as well. Now, in terms of original television series, and particularly original films, Prime is behind the pack when it comes to the big streaming services.

Which running backs have the most rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise?

The NFL has become a passing league. Running backs are rarely the focal point of an offense, and oftentimes teams rely on tandems as opposed to a single workhorse back.

Which 'Saturday Night Live' cast members appeared on the most seasons?

Some cast members of “Saturday Night Live” are gone in the blink of an eye. That includes successful ones, by the way. Chevy Chase was only on one season, after all.

The best and worst Eddie Murphy movies

Eddie Murphy has one of the most bifurcated filmographies. He’s starred in some of the best comedy movies ever and also some of the worst films of all time.

2024-25 Premier League season stock watch

Before the 2024-25 Premier League season began, predictions were made and expectations were set . Now, though, games have been played. Not every manager that started the season remains employed.

Ranking Richard Linklater's movies

Richard Linklater has had an eclectic directorial career. He’s forever an indie film icon, but he’s also made studio comedies, experimental movies, and Oscar winners.

Surprising hit movies that got unexpected sequels

Some movies end up being surprise hits, but then the clamoring begins for more, and dollar signs pop up in eyes.

When Oscar-winning actors take on unexpected roles...

It doesn’t necessarily mean the work is terrible, though it could be. We just didn’t see it coming from them.

Bad movies that still have impressive casts

A good cast does not guarantee a good movie. In fact, here’s a reasonable rule of thumb. If you stumble upon a movie you don’t remember and the cast is remarkable, that likely means the movie was bad.

20 notable films about American Presidents

We sought out films covering as many former presidents as possible, but obviously, not every prez has gotten a biopic. Sorry to the Millard Fillmores and Gerald Fords of the world.

18 facts you might not know about "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story"

Underdog sports movies are not rare. Movies about dodgeball, though, are rare. In one instance, those two elements came together. “Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story” is certainly the definitive movie about the gym class staple (at least for Millennials; maybe they’ve nixed it in recent years).

No brains, all brawn: The best dumb, fun action movies

“Die Hard” is a great action movie, but it’s simply a high-quality film. The script is a Swiss watch; Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman jump off the screen, and the whole thing just sings.

Every NBA Most Improved Player winner

It’s a bit of an odd award, to be sure. Since the 1985-86 season, the NBA has handed out the Most Improved Player Award, now known as the George Mikan Trophy.

These child stars went on to become fantastic character actors

They don’t lead blockbusters. They don’t bring in massive paydays, but they work and are good at what they do. Here are some famous child actors who became respectable character actors.

Quiet on the set: The quietest modern movies

Quietude can give a movie heft, suspense, and contemplative quality. These are the quietest films of all time.