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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

Actors we'd love to see in a Wes Anderson movie

Here are some actors who have never been in a Wes Anderson film that we are hoping change that in the future.

Pop culture educators who led wild double lives

When you were a kid, did you ever have the experience of seeing your teacher out in the world? Devoid of the context of a school event, it always felt weird, right?

The most quotable lines from the 11 'Star Wars' films

“Star Wars” has lived many lives. In the world of film, there have been three separate trilogies, each of them part of the same story but decidedly their own things.

The 20 most memorable quotes from 'The Shawshank Redemption'

Adapted from a Stephen King novel, the dialogue is part of what helped it stand out. Here are the most memorable quotes from “The Shawshank Redemption.”

The actors who have portrayed Superman

Getting to play Superman is an honor but also a burden to carry.

Paranoid android: 25 memorable film robots

Robots. Sometimes they are helpful, sometimes they are out to kill us, sometimes they just sort of, like, hang out.

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.