POP CULTURE

Even smarks still have a soft spot for them.

When WWF Wrestling Figures Ruled the ‘80s

When it comes to ‘80s toys, wrestling figures from the WWF (now the WWE) were all the rage. Here‘s what to know about their creation and the big impact they had on pop culture.

How Superman Helped Foil the KKK

A real-life hero who infiltrated the Klan in the 1940s teamed up with a fictional one to expose their corrupting influence.

Are your old Beanie Babies worth serious cash? Here's how to tell.

10 of the Most Valuable Beanie Babies That Could Be Hiding in Your Attic

Beanie Babies like the purple Princess Diana bear are sometimes listed for $900,000 on eBay. But how much money are the nostalgic toys really worth?

Star Wars figures can force high prices on the collector's market.

15 of the Most Valuable Star Wars Action Figures

Discover some of the most valuable vintage Star Wars action figures, including a Jawa with a vinyl cape and the 1979 Kenner Boba Fett action figure, plus so much more.

‘Bruce’ menaces the ‘Orca II’ on the set of ‘Jaws.’

The Bizarre Tale of the ‘Orca II,’ the Stunt Boat from ‘Jaws’

The replica boat ‘Orca II’ was the unsung star of 1975's ‘Jaws.’ But what happened after filming ended was worse than any shark attack.

10 Questionable Creature Features Spawned By ‘Jaws’

‘Claws’ didn’t draw the same crowds as ‘Jaws’ when it premiered two years later.

Steven Spielberg Wanted ‘Jaws 2’ to Be a Prequel

For a single weekend, the director seriously considered taking over the sequel—and he was going to take a page from history.

Steven Spielberg Is Sorry That ‘Jaws’ Caused a Shark Panic

Steven Spielberg apologized for sparking an anti-shark feeding frenzy in the ’70s.

15 Fascinating Facts About ‘Pet Sounds’

The story of how Pet Sounds was made has been told and retold (and parodied) plenty of times since its release in 1966, but there are still many fascinating little stories about the album that may have gone under the radar.

Roy Scheider is gonna need a bigger boat in Steven Spielberg's Jaws (1975).

How a Terrifying, Real-Life Shark Encounter Changed the Ending of ‘Jaws’

One of the most dramatic shark scenes in Steven Spielberg’s ‘Jaws’ almost led to a shark attack in real life.

You can probably guess which shark species is most popular.

Map Shows America’s Favorite Shark Species

Americans can’t stop searching for great white sharks.

Animatronic 'Jaws' shark from the Universal Studios Hollywood tram tour.

Going Fishing: When Universal Studios’s ‘Jaws’ Ride Terrorized Park Guests

The original 'Jaws' ride at Universal Studios Florida closed after two months—but not before terrorizing theme park guests (and their children).

Damn Fine Auction: Hundreds of David Lynch’s Personal Items Are Going Up for Sale

Owning Lynch’s personal Mr. Coffee machine would definitely be a conversation starter.

Bruce snacks on actor Robert Shaw on the set of ‘Jaws.’

How Malfunctioning Sharks Transformed the Movie Business

Before Steven Spielberg became Hollywood royalty, he was just another young director with a giant shark problem.

Everything You Need to Know About Labubu

Labubu dolls are more than fashion charms—they‘re rare art collectibles with a cult following.

Fan Theory Argues That the Sharks From ‘Jaws’ and ‘Finding Nemo’ Are Related

When Bruce cries “I never knew my father” in ‘Finding Nemo’, he could be talking about the finned antagonist of ‘Jaws’, according to one theory.

Hold on to Your Straw Hat: ‘One Piece’ Is Getting the LEGO Treatment

LEGO’s “One Piece” collection features a chibi Luffy figure, the Baratie Floating Restaurant, and more.

13 Fun Slang Terms We Got From ‘Jaws’

Steven Spielberg’s ‘Jaws’ isn’t just an enduring summer classic—it also includes plenty of fun slang terms that’ll make you feel like its Shark Week all year long.

When People Thought Paul From ‘The Wonder Years’ Grew Up to Be Marilyn Manson

Kids in the ’90s swore geeky Paul became shock rocker Marilyn Manson. Did he?

A Manila galleon may have influenced ‘The Goonies.’

The Real-Life Shipwreck That May Have Inspired ‘The Goonies’

‘The Goonies’ turns 40 this year—and to make the film, director Steven Spielberg may have drawn inspiration from a real-life shipwreck that occurred off Oregon’s coast. It’s known as the Beeswax Wreck.

26 Incisive Facts About ‘Jaws’

On June 20, 1975, Steven Spielberg’s 'Jaws'—the original summer blockbuster—arrived in theaters and scared moviegoers out of the water.

The Most Popular TV Genre in Each State

Find out which states prefer a good laugh and which prefer high-stakes drama.

Elmo and his friends are heading to Netflix soon, with new and old episodes.

Sesame Street Finds a New Home at Netflix

Season 56 of Sesame Street is coming to Netflix with “fresh format changes.”

An Oral History of When Geraldo Rivera Opened Al Capone’s Vault

Geraldo Rivera promised to dig deep in Al Capone’s hotel hideout on Chicago’s South Side back in 1986—here’s the oral history of how it all really went down.