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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

Double feature: Movies with multiple versions of the same character

Sometimes, multiple versions of the same character pop up in one movie. It can be due to cloning, time travel, or, these days, the multiverse.

The most unusual inspirations for feature films

On occasion, though, the inspiration for a film can be truly odd. You wonder, “Wait, they wanted to make a movie about that?” Indeed they did! Here are some of those films.

Movies that got audiences hyped just based on their titles

tThere are times when you see the title of a movie and think “I’m in.” These are the films that had us on the title alone.

Who are Wes Anderson's most-frequent collaborators?

Wes Anderson’s style can be polarizing, but one thing is clear: actors really like to work with him. The guy makes ensemble pieces that teem with venerated actors and true movie stars.

The most terrifying TV monsters

Over the years, television has given us some iconic scary creatures and beasts worth remembering.

The 20 most memorable songs from 2010s movies

These are the 20 most-memorable songs from movies and why they are forever tied together in pop culture.

Past mistakes: The most unnecessary movie prequels

They just either add nothing to the world of the other film, or films, in the series, and perhaps even actively work against the enjoyment of the original or originals.

The longest playoff games in NHL history

These are the longest postseason contests in NHL history. It won’t take you as long to read this as it did to watch any of these games.

Flight club: The most memorable airplane movies

There have been thrillers, horror movies, and comedies built on the back of the fact sometimes people are way up there in the air with nowhere to go.

20 movies you might not know that were adapted from books

Sometimes, though, you might find out a film is a book adaptation and think to yourself, “That movie is based on a book?” This is the list of those movies and the books that apparently, inspired them.

The directors with the most eclectic filmographies

With some directors, you know what you’re getting. With these versatile directors, however, you can't always be quite sure what you're going to get.

What was going on in the world when 'The Simpsons' debuted?

Over 30 seasons later, “The Simpsons” is still on the air. How much has changed in that time?

The most memorable movies that take place (mostly) underwater

These are some of the notable movies that take place underwater for at least a good portion of the run time—no scuba gear required.

Romantic comedies so bad they'll make you glad you're single

These are the romantic comedies that make you wonder if love is even worth it. Watch them at your own risk, whether you’re single or with somebody.

TV shows that were on the air when 'The Simpsons' debuted

“The Simpsons” debuted on December 17, 1989. Here’s a way to wrap your head around how long “The Simpsons” have been on.

Senior circuit: The most memorable movies about elderly friends

There are a lot of movies about retirement-aged friends doing, well, all sorts of stuff. Here are the most memorable films about older buddies still getting after it in various ways.

The most memorable movies and TV shows set in the 1980s

These are the most memorable movies and TV shows that are set in the ‘80s in a throwback sense.

The 25 most memorable characters in the 'Fast & Furious' franchise

The “Fast & Furious” franchise started simply enough. It centered on Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, and stolen DVD players. Now? It’s an over-the-top, globe-spanning action series.

The best third entries into film franchises

Here are the best third entries into film franchises, whether they were the last one or just one of several movies.

The 30 best Rolling Stones songs that weren't No. 1 hits

They’ve had eight number-one hits in the United States, which is fewer than the Beatles but quite impressive. However, that means the Rolling Stones have several notable songs that never hit number one.

Baseball players who gave acting a try

Here are some baseball players who got into acting to varying degrees of success.

20 memorable one-hit wonders from the 2010s

While we often remember the one-hit wonders of the ‘90s or ‘80s, the 2010s gave us plenty of notable artists with a single hit as well. Here are some of the biggest ones.

20 one-hit wonders from the 2000s that have endured

Here are the biggest one-hit wonders of the 2000s, a collection of earworms and head-scratchers.

Great '90s-era films that still hold up today

These are the movies of the 1990s that do hold up.