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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

20 facts you might not know about 'Almost Famous'

Almost Famous is a film that covers the gamut when it comes to the world of music, and life on tour. What do we love about these 20 facts about Almost Famous? To begin with, everything.

13 facts about '13 Going on 30'

Why should guys in the 1980s have all the fun when it comes to kids suddenly becoming adults? For the kids of the Big generation, there was 13 Going on 30. Here are 13 facts you might not know about the film that are fun for all ages.

The most memorable Ryan Reynolds roles

Reynolds has developed a persona, both in and out of the film world, that isn’t for everybody. However, the brand has definitely worked. Here are Reynolds' most memorable roles.

The most memorable Sandra Bullock roles

Sandra Bullock has won Oscars, starred in thrillers, been a romantic comedy darling, and so much more. Over the years, she’s had a litany of memorable roles. Here are the ones that stick in our minds the most.

20 facts you might not know about 'Revenge of the Sith'

By the time Revenge of the Sith rolled around, people had seen two recent Star Wars movies that were largely reviled. Even so, maybe Lucas would save the day with the third movie in the prequel trilogy? Here are 20 facts about Revenge of the Sith.

20 facts you might not know about 'Attack of the Clones'

Episode II – Attack of the Clones did not have the pent-up enthusiasm of years of waiting going for it. It didn’t have much of anything going for it. Regardless, it’s part of the Star Wars legacy, and so here are 20 trivia facts.

20 facts you might not know about 'The Phantom Menace'

The excitement for The Phantom Menace was scorching hot. Then the movie came out and, well, it was certainly something. Here are 20 facts you might not know about the movie. Lucky for you, we didn’t write them in Jar Jar Binks’ syntax.

20 facts you might not know about 'Return of the Jedi'

It ended the Star Wars trilogy, back when it was truly just a trilogy. Grab a stuffed Ewok and kick back to read these 20 facts you might not know about Return of the Jedi.

20 facts you might not know about 'The Empire Strikes Back'

While we are used to sequels upon sequels these days, that wasn’t as common back in the day. After Star Wars, we got Empire Strikes Back. Here are 20 facts about the sequel that changed cinema and gave us one of film’s most famous twists.

20 facts you might not know about 'The Force Awakens'

Having been hurt by the prequels, there was some skepticism heading into The Force Awakens. As the box office shows, though, there was also enthusiasm. We’ll get to that, and more, in these 20 trivia tidbits.

The best adaptations of the works of Agatha Christie

Sure, Arthur Conan Doyle gave us Sherlock Holmes, fiction’s foremost detective. However, Agatha Christie gave us multiple notable characters. Like Doyle, Christie has been adapted for TV and film many times over. These are the most memorable.

20 facts you might not know about 'The Rise of Skywalker'

It all began in 1977 with Luke Skywalker. The Rise of Skywalker, the ninth film in the series, brought everything to a conclusion. Did The Rise of Skywalker stick the landing? Here are 20 pieces of trivia you might not know about the movie. 

20 facts you might not know about 'Spider-Man'

We’re seen a lot of Spider-Man over the last two decades. It all began in 2002 when Spider-Man hit the screen. Here are 20 facts you might not know about this first foray into the world of the web-slinger.

Did you know these 20 facts about 1999's 'The Mummy'?

When you think of a mummy, you might think of a slow-moving dude wrapped in bandages. That isn’t always the case, though. We’ve unwrapped 20 facts about The Mummy. Let’s get to it!

20 facts you might not know about 'Signs'

M. Night Shyamalan has made his name in the world of supernatural stories. It was only a matter of time before he entered the realm of aliens. Get yourself a nice big glass of water to enjoy with these 20 facts about Signs.

20 facts you might not know about 'Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery'

Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery rose above parody status to become a true piece of pop culture iconography. These 20 facts about Austin Powers are groovy, shagadelic, and, of course, make us horny, baby.

20 facts you might not know about 'Lilo & Stitch'

Disney often makes movies about outsiders. Mermaids on land. Beauties in castles with beasts. Rescuers down under. What about an alien on Earth? Yes, Disney did that, too. Here’s 20 facts about Lilo & Stitch.

20 facts you might not know about 'The Bourne Identity'

Sure, there are a lot of movies about hitmen. It’s not exactly an original idea. However, every hitman movie isn’t the same. Take, for example, The Bourne Identity. Here are 20 bits of trivia.

20 facts you might not know about 'Men in Black'

For a couple years in the ‘90s, Will Smith was apparently all about interacting with aliens. Independence Day was the big, crowd-pleasing action film, but we’ll go with Men in Black. Here’s 20 facts about the movie.

20 facts you might not know about 'Wonder Woman'

In the ‘70s, there was a Wonder Woman TV show. Since then, the character had sort of disappeared from the popular consciousness. That’s definitely not the case any longer, thanks to DC’s massive Wonder Woman movie. Here are 20 facts.

The 25 best films set in Las Vegas

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas — unless they make a movie about it. Even the Griswolds went there once. That movie doesn’t make the cut, but here are 25 of the best movies that are set at least partially in Sin City.

The best chefs in movies and TV

Chefs and reality TV go hand in hand, but they also pop up in fiction as well. These are the best movies and TV shows about chefs.

The best game shows for children and teens

Here are the best game shows for young kids and teenagers. Then, eventually, you get to be on Supermarket Sweep.

Film series that have been rebooted multiple times

If, at first, you don’t succeed…reboot your film series? Hey, maybe we’ll reboot this article concept if our feelings change. For now, read the list below.

20 facts you might not know about 'The Muppet Movie'

Some of the most popular actors are made of fabric. We’re talking about Kermit, Gonzo, Miss Piggy, and so on. Yes, the Muppets. We’re movin’ right along to 20 facts you might not know about The Muppet Movie.