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Octavia Spencer and Crystal Lee Brown in 'Hidden Figures' (2016).

The 20 Best Movies You Can Stream On Disney+ Right Now

Want to watch 'Avatar,' 'Hidden Figures,' 'The Princess Bride,' and more? Head to Disney+.

Why Is TV Called the ‘Boob Tube’?

When TVs became popular in the 20th century, some people started calling it ‘the tube.’ That nickname soon spawned an even catchier one: ‘the boob tube.’

5 Ways Catherine the Great Changed Russia

From arts and education to coups and annexations, there’s no doubt that Catherine the Great did more than history gives her credit for.

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'It's a Wonderful Life' got an '80s makeover.

‘Colorizers’: When Ted Turner and Hollywood Clashed Over Colorizing Classic Movies

Media mogul Ted Turner didn’t hesitate to alter classic Hollywood movies, claiming: “The last time I checked, I owned the films.”

From left: Bayard Rustin, Edith Windsor, Laverne Cox, and Martina Navratilova.

11 LGBTQ Pioneers You Should Know

The fight for LGBTQ rights has been decades in the making. Meet a few of the trailblazers who won the battles.

Jennifer Aniston, Matthew Perry, and Courteney Cox on the set of "Friends."

First Location of the ‘Friends’-Inspired Central Perk Coffee Chain Is Coming to Boston

Instead of staying true to the New York setting of 'Friends,' the Central Perk Coffeehouse is opening its first location in Boston.

(Left to right) 'Frasier' cast members Jane Leeves, David Hyde Pierce, Kelsey Grammer, John Mahoney, and Peri Gilpin.

10 TV Show Spin-offs That Are Better Than the Original Series

According to IMDb ratings, ‘Frasier,’ the beloved spin-off of ‘Cheers,’ outdid its source material.

10 Facts About Strawberry Shortcake

For Gen Xers and elder Millennials, there’s nothing like the scent of Strawberry Shortcake and her dessert-themed friends for bringing back fond childhood memories.

Matthew Macfadyen and Sarah Snook in 'Succession.'

The #@!*~ Most Swear-Filled TV Show Finales of All Time

The Roy family of 'Succession' is pretty foul-mouthed, but are they the filthiest TV characters?

Watch Nearly 90 Minutes of Memorable ‘90s Commercials

If you lived through the 1990s, the retro commercials in this video may look familiar.

The party is over for Netflix account sharing.

Netflix Has Been Threatening to Crack Down on Password Sharing for Years—Now They're Finally Doing It

When it comes to password sharing, Netflix no longer has any chill.

Joyce Chen on the set of "Joyce Chen Cooks"

7 Facts About Joyce Chen, the TV Chef Who Introduced Americans to Chinese Cuisine

Through her restaurant, cookbook, and television show, Joyce Chen introduced many Americans to Chinese cuisine.

Phil Collins and Sting at Live Aid in 1985.

10 Iconic Moments in MTV News History

Gen Xers and Millennials uttered a collective gasp on May 9, 2023, when Paramount announced it was shutting down MTV News after more than three decades of operation.

Chung broke through multiple barriers on her path to becoming a celebrated broadcast journalist.

10 Interesting Facts About Connie Chung

Broadcast journalist Connie Chung was the first Asian American woman to co-anchor a major network newscast.

Relive MTV's First Two Hours on the Air in Real Time

MTV launched at 12:01 a.m. on August 1, 1981. Now you can relive the first two hours of the music network's existence.

‘Uncomfortable’: Remembering the Quick Demise of ‘The Chevy Chase Show’

In 1993, Fox thought they could win the late-night wars with the premiere of "The Chevy Chase Show." Unfortunately, that was until Chevy Chase walked on stage.

TJ is pretty accomplished for a four-year-old.

‘Sesame Street’ Just Debuted Its First-Ever Filipino American Muppet

The first Filipino American Muppet on "Sesame Street" is a boy named TJ whose grandmother is helping him learn Tagalog.

This Compilation of Nickelodeon Promos From the ‘80s and ‘90s Is Pure Nostalgia

Nickelodeon's animated doo-wop segments will look familiar to anyone who grew up on the channel in the 1980s and ‘90s.

The Hidden Link Between 'Succession' and David Fincher's 'The Game'

There's a clever homage hidden in the opening credits of HBO's "Succession."

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When ‘Voltron’ Ruled the ’80s

The cartoon from Japan was perfect for an American audience--so long as producers edited out all the beheadings.

The show is a launching pad for emerging businesses.

25 of the Most Successful Products from ‘Shark Tank’

ABC’s “Shark Tank” is a launching pad for entrepreneurs and their inventions. Check out 25 of the show’s most successful products, including Bombas socks, the Comfy, and more.

The Gang Gets a Board Game: New Monopoly Edition Is Based on ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’

Rack up properties like Paddy's Pub in the new ‘It’s Always Sunny’ edition of Monopoly.

Richard Pryor | Pryor's Place | Episode 1 | High Noon at 5:30 P.M. | 1984

When R-Rated Comedian Richard Pryor Debuted His Children’s Show, ‘Pryor’s Place’

In 1984, the explicit comic turned his attention to Saturday morning kid’s television.

The One Where Jennifer Aniston’s “Rachel” Haircut on ‘Friends’ Became a Phenomenon

Back in the mid-'90s, no show on television was hotter than ‘Friends.’ But even more popular was the haircut the show spawned that became the must-have look for women everywhere.

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