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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

How did surprising Premier League clubs do the next season?

We looked at the most surprising club of each campaign from the 2003-04 season through the 2022-23 season to see how they did the next year.

Netflix's hit show "You" releases final season trailer 

The fifth and final season of the Penn Badgley-starring "You" is near. Check out the new teaser trailer for the upcoming season. 

Natasha Lyonne's "Poker Face" season 2 premiering this spring

The first season of "Poker Face" on Peacock was delightful. Created by Benoit Blanc's progenitor Rian Johnson and giving Natasha Lyonne the ideal leading role, it was a "Columbo" indebted throwback to case-of-the-week mystery shows, but with a twist.

Wu-Tang Clan announce final tour

We're entering the final chamber. Wu-Tang Clan, the New York hip-hop collective that has its fingerprints all over rap music for the last three decades, are going to hang it up.

Timothee Chalamet says he wants to be "one of the greats" in SAG Awards speech

Chalamet won Best Actor at the SAG Awards and he was not shy about stating his long-term goals. 

18 movies that feature the FBI in a big role

These are the best movies that feature the FBI in a significant role.

Awesome films that take place over extended periods of time

Some movies take place almost in real-time. Others cover a more significant chunbk of the calendar. Then, there are movies that cover not just a year, but years, or even decades.

The most memorable movie depictions of the Underworld

Maybe it’s Hell, maybe it’s a hellscape, but it has a certain feeling to it to be sure. These are some of the notable movies featuring what we will call the “underworld.”

"Survivor" season 50 is putting things in the hands of the fans

We're a long way from the first season of "Survivor," a season of television that helped change the medium for better or worse. However, and unexpectedly,

The most memorable British rom-coms

Britain seems to have an affinity for the romantic comedy, many of which have made an impact in the United States (and perhaps across the globe). These are the most-notable British romantic comedies.

Jessica Simpson is back to making music, releases new song

The one-time pop superstar is making new music for the first time in a long time.

"Pee-wee's Playhouse" and "Always Sunny" star Lynne Marie Stewart passes away at 78

The television world has lost a staple of oddball entertainment as actress Lynne Marie Stewart has passed away at the age of 78. 

Daniel Craig weighs in on new Bond/Amazon deal

If you've been curious about the lack of momentum vis-a-vis James Bond, a franchise that has been chugging along since the early 1960s, the picture has recently been clarified.

Films and TV shows that focused on Satanic panic

To chronicle pop culture tied to Satanic Panic, we included anything wherein the people fear Satan or Satan enthusiasts are afoot. Because, well, if you read up on real-life instances of Satanic Panic, it gets VERY dark very fast

Delroy Lindo tapped to star in next "Godzilla x Kong" movie

The "Godzilla x Kong" movies are delightfully-fun movies and the next one has added a notable star. 

The best TV shows about witches and witchcraft

We’ve stirred up a cauldron full of the most memorable television programs featuring witches for you.

Vampire Weekend announces tour dates

Vampire Weekend released their fifth album "Only God Was Above Us" in April 2024 and then toured in support of that album through December of last year.

Conan O'Brien has spat with Oscars statue in funny new award show promo

Conan O'Brien has managed to remain culturally relevant, and even to thrive, without having a talk show for years at this point. He's still got that old-school showbiz in him, and he's hosting this year's Oscars.

The 22 greatest animated shows that are made for adults

Cartoons aren’t just for children.

Slick production: Movies and TV shows focused on the oil industry

The oil industry has had a massive impact on the world. Unsurprisingly, it’s also been part of many a movie and TV show.

15 films that revolve around an ominous unknown threat

There’s often a threat or an obstacle to be overcome in a movie. This is especially true in action films and horror movies. In “Independence Day,” or the better “Mars Attacks!,” we know that aliens have it in for us.

The last 25 winners of the FWA Footballer of the Year award

Since Stanley Matthews won at the end of the 1947-48 season, this body of hundreds of football writers from across England has been handing out this honor. There are the last 25 players to win Footballer of the Year from the FWA.

Do you know these 20 facts about the original 'The Lion King'?

After some years in the wilderness, Disney’s animation department was cooking. First came “The Little Mermaid.” That was followed by the Oscar-darling “Beauty and the Beast.” The rollout of “Aladdin” may have annoyed Robin Williams.

John Malkovich explains why he previously turned down Marvel movie opportunities

John Malkovich is a distinct screen presence who has been in Oscar fare and unusual, artsy movies like, "Being John Malkovich." However, it's not like he's avoided down-the-middle studio fare.