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In 1974, Raquel Welch turned down a historic movie role. Months later, another actor won an Oscar for it

  • Raquel Welch called turning down a Scorsese film a career regret.
  • Ellen Burstyn took the role and won the Best Actress Oscar.
  • *Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore* was a low-key family drama.

Raquel Welch later said she regretted turning down a role in Martin Scorsese’s *Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore*, a family drama about a woman raising her son alone. The part went to Ellen Burstyn, whose performance won the Academy Award for Best Actress, making the missed opportunity a…

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Forget ‘Fast X,’ the Franchise’s Wildest Street-Racing Adventure Is Officially Leaving Netflix

  • Tokyo Drift leaves Netflix on 1 November.
  • It earned about $160 million worldwide.
  • The spin-off later became important to the franchise’s story.

The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift is due to leave Netflix on 1 November, giving viewers a limited window to watch the franchise’s street-racing spin-off. The film is an unusual entry in the series, made without Vin Diesel or Paul Walker in lead roles, and later became…

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‘Severance’ Star’s Twisted 2026 Horror Movie Officially Scares Away the Streaming Competition

  • Adam Scott’s *Hokum* is number one on Hulu in the US.
  • It made $25 million worldwide on a $5 million budget.
  • Critics gave the horror film a 90% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

Adam Scott’s horror film *Hokum* has reached number one on Hulu’s US top ten, despite drawing less attention during its cinema run. Its streaming success gives the film a second burst of visibility and puts it ahead of other horror titles competing for audiences this spooky season. The…

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Forget ‘Game of Thrones,’ This Time-Bending Fantasy Epic Is Officially Conquering America

  • Blood of My Blood is back atop Starz’s US streaming charts.
  • Its second season has a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score.
  • The hit follows Outlander’s conclusion earlier this year.

Outlander: Blood of My Blood has returned to the top of Starz’s US streaming charts as its second season reaches its halfway point. Its success extends interest in the Outlander franchise after the original series ended earlier this year. The spin-off’s second season premiered on 18 September, and…

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1994 Was the Best Year for TV, and These 10 Shows Prove It

  • The article makes the case for 1994 as a landmark TV year.
  • Friends and ER helped shape their genres and later shows.
  • My So-Called Life and Chicago Hope also left a mark.

The article argues that 1994 was an exceptional year for television, pointing to shows that shaped later series, launched actors’ careers and attracted lasting audiences. It highlights the breadth of the year’s output, from influential sitcoms to medical dramas and teen stories. Among the examples are *Friends*, praised…

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Hollywood veteran Kevin Pollak spills wild secrets about ‘craziest’ actor he’s ever worked with

  • Kevin Pollak named Rip Torn the “craziest” actor he worked with.
  • Torn often spoke about being on Nixon’s enemies list.
  • Pollak recalled a hotel anecdote from the *Canadian Bacon* shoot.

Kevin Pollak recalled several eccentric incidents involving actor Rip Torn while they were working on the 1995 film *Canadian Bacon*. Speaking on a radio programme, Pollak said Torn often suspected people on the cast or crew were against him and repeatedly mentioned being on Richard Nixon’s enemies list.…

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15 Modern Non-Disney Animated Movies Destined To Become Classics

  • The article spotlights animated films beyond Disney.
  • Picks include *The Bad Guys* and *Trolls World Tour*.
  • Humour, memorable characters and themes underpin their appeal.

The article argues that several recent animated films from studios beyond Disney have the memorable characters, humour and storytelling to become modern classics. It highlights films from DreamWorks, Illumination and Warner Animation, spanning family comedies, musical adventures and stories about second chances. Examples in the supplied text include…

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In 1955, a “flagrant disregard” for Hollywood landed Rita Hayworth in trouble: “He was a monster”

  • Hayworth sued Columbia in 1955 over a delayed film.
  • She sought to end her contract and keep a $150,000 salary.
  • She later returned to Columbia, then left for good.

Rita Hayworth’s dispute with Columbia Pictures reached court in 1955, as she sought to end her contract while retaining a promised $150,000 salary. The case highlighted her long-running conflict with studio chief Harry Cohn and the limits of Hollywood’s control over performers, even as her films continued to…

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‘Street Fighter’s Orville Peck Tried To “Orchestrate” Kylie Minogue Cameo: “Guys, I Can Text Her”

  • Kylie Minogue nearly made a cameo in the new Street Fighter film.
  • Orville Peck said scheduling conflicts prevented it.
  • He hopes she can meet Cammy actor Mel Jarnson.

Orville Peck tried to arrange a cameo for Kylie Minogue in the latest Street Fighter film, but scheduling conflicts prevented her from appearing. The effort matters because Minogue played Cammy in the 1994 adaptation and had been enthusiastic about Peck joining the new film. Peck, who plays Vega,…

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Tom Cruise’s $203M Sci-Fi Thriller Officially Enters Its Final Days on Streaming

  • *Vanilla Sky* leaves Peacock on 1 November.
  • The film earned more than $200 million worldwide.
  • It has gained a cult following despite mixed reviews.

*Vanilla Sky*, Tom Cruise’s 2001 psychological romantic thriller with science-fiction elements, is leaving Peacock in the United States on 1 November. Its departure matters to fans of the film, which divided critics on release but has since built a cult following. Directed by Cameron Crowe, the film reunited…

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