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Val Kilmer stars in Martha Coolidge's Real Genius (1985).

Martha Coolidge's 1985 film 'Real Genius,' starring Val Kilmer, ranked first among equals from that decade for its stellar cast, sensitive direction, and genuine-nerd bona fides.

Todd Gilchrist




Some of Disney's most beloved rides and attractions have gone the way of the Dodo.

Did you know that Jackie Chan, Whoopi Goldberg, and Cher were once featured in a Disney ride? It sounds fun, but Superstar Limo didn't last long—and neither did these other Disney rides and lands.

Meredith Danko
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Larry David’s knack for creating drama out of the smallest things—and making everyone mad at him—has made him one of the most endearing voices in American comedy. Take a look at some things you might not know about him.

Adam Hunter




American singer, actress, and activist Lena Horne circa 1947.

With a multifaceted career that lasted more than 70 years, Lena Horne is many things to many people: a talented singer, one of the most famous actresses of Hollywood's Golden Age, and a tireless champion of civil rights.

Ashley Bardhan


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Elvis Presley, the “King of Rock 'n' Roll,” is the legendary musician who melded country, gospel, and R&B influences to help revolutionize American pop culture.

Steven Melendez


Walter Matthau stars in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974).

Plenty of great movies have been derailed by lackluster endings, or endings that simply chicken out on the bold promises the rest of the film made to its audience. Thankfully for all of us, these are the ones that got it right.

Matthew Jackson
Highlander: The Series, starring Adrian Paul, was an international hit.

'Highlander' ran from 1992 to 1998 and developed a cult following for its depiction of good-looking immortal beings lopping off each other's heads.

Jake Rossen