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The Longest Movie Ever Made Would Take You More Than a Month to Watch

It would take you more than a month to watch the longest movie ever made. Who has time for that?

Mario Van Peebles swings and missed in 'Jaws: The Revenge' (1987).

The 25 Worst Sequels of All Time, According to Rotten Tomatoes

These franchises should have ended with the first movie.

15 Killer True Crime Documentaries to Stream on Netflix Right Now

Terrorist attacks, serial killers, unsolved murders—Netflix has everything to feed your true crime obsession.

The 10 Best Comedies to Stream on Netflix Right Now

From '80s classics to recent indie hits, Netflix has an impressive selection of comedies.

George Clooney stars in Steven Soderbergh's 'Solaris' (2002).

The 21 Worst Movies of All Time, According to CinemaScore

Only 21 films received a failing grade from CinemaScore. But does that mean they’re bad movies?

What Kind of Fish Is Dory From Finding Nemo?

Before 2003's 'Finding Nemo,' 'Dory fish' were best known by another name. Actually, several other names.

The 8 Best Horror Movies to Stream on Hulu Right Now

Feel like getting good and scared? Hulu has plenty of creepy content. Check out some of the best horror movies currently streaming on the service.

Actors Who Earned Oscar and Razzie Nominations for the Same Role

The Razzie Awards can be an entertaining antithesis to the Oscars. But sometimes, the nominations are surprisingly similar.

Tom Cruise did not, in fact, engage in a "war of the worlds"

13 Lies Movies Taught Us

In this episode of The List Show, Mental Floss editor-in-chief Erin McCarthy traces some of the most common myths we've gotten from movies.

10 Facts About Gordon Parks

Renaissance man Gordon Parks made an indelible mark on nearly every art form in midcentury America, from photography to filmmaking.

When Joe Pesci Released an Album as 'Cousin Vinny'

The renowned actor, who had a background as a nightclub singer, decided to try his hand at pop music while in character as terrible lawyer Vinny Gambini.

Robin Stille in 'The Slumber Party Massacre' (1982).

9 Fascinating Facts About 'The Slumber Party Massacre'

Like so many other horror films, it has taken decades for 'The Slumber Party Massacre' to get its due. But it's now recognized as a touchstone of feminist horror and a shrewd satire.

Why James Cameron Made the Na’vi People in ‘Avatar’ Blue

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ introduces viewers to more of Pandora’s blue people. Here’s why they aren’t yellow, purple, or any other color.

As It Removes Content, HBO Max Hikes Subscription Price by 7 Percent

Effective as of January 12, 2023, the streaming service’s price has risen to $15.99 for the ad-free tier.

An older version of 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.'

11 Facts About Judy Blume’s 'Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret'

'Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,' may technically be middle-aged now—the frequently banned pre-teen tale by Judy Blume turned 50 in 2020—but its lessons are for the ages.

Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio in the new poster for 'Titanic.'

‘Titanic’ Is Headed Back to Theaters for Its 25th Anniversary—In 3D

You can grab tickets for you and your friend who’s somehow never seen James Cameron’s ‘Titanic’ movie.

Ethan Hawke stars in 'The Black Phone' (2021).

The 10 Best Horror Movies to Stream on Amazon's Prime Video Right Now

Subscribers to the Amazon Prime streaming service have access to some serious scares. Here's what to watch when you're in the mood for something spooky.

All 51 Movies That Have Made More Than $1 Billion at the Box Office

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ is proving that the original ‘Avatar’ box office stats weren’t just a fluke.

Footloose Warehouse Dance with Realistic Audio - (No Music)

‘Footloose’ Without Music Is As Awkward As You’d Expect

The warehouse dance scene from ‘Footloose’ takes on a different tone with realistic audio.

Alfred Hitchcock is among the artists whose work is entering the public domain this year.

Works by Hitchcock and Arthur Conan Doyle—and an Early Inspiration for Star Wars—Are Now Part of the Public Domain

And Mickey Mouse could be next.

Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan star in 'When Harry Met Sally...' (1989).

The Original Ending of ‘When Harry Met Sally...’ Was a Major Bummer

Billy Crystal’s New Year's Eve speech solidifies ‘When Harry Met Sally...’ as a feel-good classic. But according to director Rob Reiner, it almost wasn’t included.

Jennifer Coolidge stars in 'The White Lotus.'

10 Surprising Facts About Jennifer Coolidge

Jennifer Coolidge won an Emmy for her role on 'The White Lotus,' but she has been a mainstay of American comedy for decades—long before she ever checked in to the eponymous luxury resort.

“Weird Al” Yankovic’s Weird, Wonderful Career

In this episode of Throwback, Mental Floss Editor-in-Chief Erin McCarthy traces Weird Al’s unique path to stardom.

This ’80s Movie Montage Features the Decade’s Best Dance Scenes

Kevin Bacon fought for our right to party, but he wasn’t the only one.

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