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Since today is May the Fourth, we thought I’d be fun to rank the “Star Wars” films, from worst to best.

Humanity's ideas about alien existence often say more about us than the little green men we envision.

Now that’s a lot of Oscars!

Hollywood’s biggest night is finally here: the Oscars!

Hollywood’s biggest night is just around the corner (March 12 to be exact), which means you have just a couple more weeks to watch the movies that were nominated for Oscars this year.

The Golden Globes are back, baby!

This week’s new entertainment releases include a streaming concert from 21 Savage, a Netflix film starring Adam Driver made from Don DeLillo’s 1985 novel “White Noise” and a movie marathon on Turner Classic Movies featuring the martini-swilling detectives Nick and Nora Charles from “The Thin Man.”.

Here’s a list of all the movies coming to theaters and streaming services ahead of, on and after Christmas.

Get ready, because Barbie is coming.

It’s been about 10 years or so since we started binge watching TV shows. That’s mostly thanks to Netflix, who dumped an entire season worth of TV shows at one date and let viewers watch on their own time.

While the jury is still out on if famously non-Italian Chris Pratt will actually be successful at voicing the character of Mario (was Michael Imperioli from “The Sopranos” not available?), the trailer for the upcoming movie is out and it looks SO good.

While the biggest names in a movie tend to score top billing, a film's overall success often depends on the chemistry of the entire ensemble rather than just one or two stars.

Is watching a film on the big screen a dying pastime? With the meteoric rise of streaming services, new releases are increasingly seen from the comfort of home—no ticket necessary.

A study discovered that people who watched movies benefited from enhanced mental focus.

In its comparatively short history, animation giant Pixar has churned out an astounding number of smash hits.

From musician and influencer vehicles to poorly written sequels, read on to see which rom-coms earned a spot on our list.

As with any genre, not all thrillers are created equal. Some explode with pure movie magic while others fail to light even the weakest fuse.

María Salud Ramírez Caballero, the Mexican woman who is said to have inspired fan-favorite character ‘Mamá Coco’ in the Pixar movie “Coco” has died.

There's a little bit of everything on this list of top-rated horror films and then some.

With so many films out there, it can be difficult to find the best type of horror movie for each kind of film fan.

When a movie captures a viewer's heart, there's nothing better than discovering the story and characters will continue in a sequel.

Every millennial’s favorite Halloween movie, “Hocus Pocus,” is finally getting a sequel with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy all reprising their roles as the iconic Sanderson sisters.

Horror can be great—it can expose social ills and collective moral rot. It also can be fun and frightening and refreshingly low-stakes. But, as these 100 movies prove, when directors don't stick the landing, it can be something else entirely.

The horror film “Barbarian” won the weekend as the late-summer doldrums at the box office continued.

The Maitland theater has a slew of screenings and spooky drinks to pair them with for “13 Films of Halloween.”

Brendan Fraser is having a moment at the Venice International Film Festival.

This week’s new entertainment releases include fresh music from John Legend and Kane Brown, Samantha Morton stars as the 16th-century queen Catherine de Medici in an edgy Starz series and a race between two upcoming “Pinocchio” films begins with Robert Zemeckis’ adaptation.

Local theatres participating in National Cinema Day and slashing ticket prices

We know that September just started and it’s still technically summer, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start to get excited about Halloween!

Without question, the movie will bring some controversy about whether a beloved children’s character should be portrayed in such a way.

MoviePass is coming back.

Starting with the great, counting down to the greater, and ending with the greatest, here are the 100 best action movies of all time.

Film buffs have a new reason to see more movies over the next few months.

Love children's movies? Then Regal is offering the deal for you.

We want to know how well you know your Disney royalty -- and if you know them well enough to be able to ace our quiz.

Look, it’s 2022, and there really shouldn’t be an excuse as to why you haven’t seen this year’s Oscar-nominated films.

The next time someone tells you the Oscars are boring, remind them of the 2022 ceremony.

Once again, it’s every movie lover’s favorite time of the year: The Oscars.

Experience and honor the achievements of women through cinematic adventure

As we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.

It's the return we've been waiting for.

Who doesn’t love a good romantic comedy, right?

The film industry continues to bounce back and big-name films are coming out this month.

January always feels like the longest month of the year, and since we’re almost at the end, you’re probably looking for some new shows or movies to watch to ease your boredom.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, are you planning a date at home with your loved one? Perhaps a movie night is in order.

There are lots of options in theaters this weekend.

Look, SO much happened this year that it’s hard to believe 2021 is coming to a close. Are we still processing what went down in 2020? Absolutely. But 2022 is around the corner, and it’s time to reminisce about the year we just had.

If there is one thing for certain, it’s that this year’s holiday season has way more options for movies to see in theaters than in 2020.

Movie theaters are thinning out across the U.S., leaving an industry pummeled in the wake of streaming services, lingering pandemic fears and cost concerns.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and for some, this might be the first time you’re seeing family members and friends in a long time.

It’s a season of festive celebration and CBS is rolling out an expansive, original lineup to help usher in the holidays.

Get your peppermint schnapps and hot cocoa ready, because Hallmark officially kicks off its annual Countdown to Christmas on Friday.

What do you know about the original "Halloween" movie?

Since Halloween only comes around once a year, you’ve got to get your Halloween film binge-watching in while you can.

If you’ve been on social media the past few days, then you’ve more than likely heard about the new TV show that people are binging on Netflix: “Squid Game.”

Did someone say Halloween movies?

Finance Buzz says it wants to know whether high-budget horror movies are scarier than low budget offerings.

This week’s new entertainment releases include LeBron James leading the Tunes against the Goons in “Space Jam: A New Legacy,” a sequel to the 1996 movie that had Michael Jordan headlining with Bugs Bunny.

Remember Marvel movies?

While many Americans have a vast array of knowledge about Juneteenth, others don’t know as much about the holiday and the history behind it.

The movie theater chain AMC is raising $230.5 million through an 8.5 million share sale, cashing in on the meme stock frenzy that has sent its stock price up more than 1,100% this year.

John Krasinski’s thriller sequel “A Quiet Place Part II” opened over the Memorial Day weekend to a pandemic-best $48.4 million, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Now that it may feel OK to venture out and into a movie theater after watching the latest flicks in the living room for more than a year, here’s a suggestion: See Disney’s “Cruella” in theaters on a really big screen.

Happy “May the Fourth!”

Film made in Florida follows strict COVID-19 safety guidelines to recreate Hurricane Charley.

AMC Theatres says it will have 98% of its U.S. movie theaters open on Friday, with more expected to open by March 26. AMC Theatres says it will have 98% of its U.S. movie theaters open on Friday as a bunch of theaters reopen in California. Movie theaters all over shuttered their doors a year ago as the coronavirus pandemic swept the globe. But AMC stayed the course, slowly opening its theaters in states over the past several months when it was allowed to and pivoting its business. One of its outside-the-box moves included renting out theaters for private movie screenings to a limited number of people.

As we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.

It doesn’t matter if you’re cuddled up on the couch with your significant other or eating snacks with your best friends, putting on a romantic comedy is always a good idea, especially around Valentine’s Day.

This image released by Disney-Pixar shows the character 22, voiced by Tina Fey, left, and Joe Gardner, voiced by Jamie Foxx, in a scene from the animated film "Soul." But with more than half of U.S. theaters closed, two of the biggest movies of the year — “Soul” and “Wonder Woman 1984” — will be going straight to streaming. — Also arriving Christmas Day is “Wonder Woman 1984,” Patty Jenkins' sequel to her barrier-breaking 2017 film. With Gal Gadot returning, “Wonder Woman 1984” fast-forwards from 1918 to the “greed is good” decade. — AP Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy___Catch up on AP’s entertainment coverage here: https://apnews.com/apf-entertainment.

Needless to say, it’s always a welcome sight when a new Christmas movie shows up that isn’t from Hallmark. From writer/director David E. Talbert comes Netflix’s newest holiday classic, “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey”. After listening, we’re sure you’ll be convinced that this Christmas movie should be on everyone’s must-watch list. From the music and story to the dance numbers and characters, “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey” has brought some holiday cheer to a year that needed it so desperately. Have you streaming “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey”?

Let’s officially talk Halloween.

It appears that “Fast and Furious” is approaching its finale. Variety reports the central franchise will end after its 10th and 11th films. According to Variety, Justin Lin, the director behind many of the movies, will then return to direct the final two installments. This does not mean the “Fast and Furious” the cinematic universe is coming to an end. Universal Studios is supposedly working on more spin-off movies based on characters from the main films.

All rights reserved)The world’s largest theater chain warns that it may have to file bankruptcy soon. ACM Theaters disclosed in a filing Tuesday with the Securities and Exchange Commission that it has a deal for additional sources of liquidity. That deal is with CitiGroup Global Markets and Goldman Sachs to sell 15 million shares. Earlier this month, AMC announced it could run out of money by the end of the year. Despite these challenges, the movie theater chain has said it will remain open.

KISSIMMEE, Fla – Just as tickets for Christmas at Gaylord Palms Resort went on sale, officials gave new details about this year’s programming. Snow Flow Mountain at Gaylord Palms Resort (Gaylord Palms Resort)Also on tap for this year’s event, guests will get to meet Santa Clause in a new redesigned space, hear Christmas traditions and songs with Mrs. Cirque Dreams Unwrapped at Gaylord Palms Resort (Gaylord Palms Resort)Gaylord palms will also have a handful of entertainment options including:The Greatest Story: Holiday spirits will soar during a multicultural, musical journey celebrating the story of Christ. (Gaylord Palms Resort)Overnight Christmas packages that include admission into the “I Love Christmas Movies” immersive pop-up experience are available to book now. Gaylord Palms Resort has put special health and safety protocols in place, including the use of face coverings, during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

The best part about Halloween might be dressing up in a silly costume and loading up on pounds of your favorite candy, but for some, it’s all about watching endless hours of Halloween movies. That’s why Freeform is the hottest channel to visit during the month of October, because it has its annual “31 Nights of Halloween," and the network finally released its schedule of movies. The month-long marathon kicks off with the unofficial best Halloween movie ever created, “Hocus Pocus,” which stars Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker. Even though the film came out almost 30 years ago, millennials everywhere have given it a second life due to the nostalgia factor. Other classic Halloween films you’ll be able to watch include both “Addams Family” movies, “Beetlejuice,” “Ghostbusters” and “Casper.”Freeform didn’t forget about the kids.

Dolly Parton has a new Christmas movie coming to Netflix. “Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square” will be out Nov. 22, the streaming service announced. The movie stars Christine Baranski, as a rich, unpleasant woman who returns to her small town to evict everyone, but she has a change of heart after encounters with townspeople and an angel, played by Parton. [TRENDING: Disney announces layoffs| Presidential debate quickly turned into a brawl| 12-year-old boy causes crash while driving mom’s stolen car]The musical features original songs by the country artist. Ahead of Netflix’s announcement, Parton released the song “Christmas on the Square” from her upcoming holiday album, “A Holly Dolly Christmas.”

Thinking that you’ve dried up the old Netflix cue when it comes to new shows and movies to watch? Here are a few suggestions if you’re looking for something new to watch this weekend. It kind of resembles another Netflix competition show, “Nailed It," in which amateur bakers are encouraged to just do their best. ‘Great British Baking Show’The tent is back, the tent is back! ‘American Barbecue Showdown’If you’re a fan of “Great British Baking Show,” then “American Barbecue Showdown” will be right up your alley.

THE VILLAGES – Monday marks the 206th anniversary of the United States' national anthem, “The Star Spangled Banner," written by Francis Scott Key. In honor of the occasion, special screenings of the film “National Anthem Girl” will take place virtually at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. EST. Stange is the first person in history to perform the national anthem in all 50 states. Tickets to the screenings are five dollars and allow guests to watch the film safely from their homes. To watch, guests must sign up at Qudio.com and then buy tickets for the showtime they wish to view, either 7 p.m. or 10 p.m.

Walmart is turning 160 of its parking lots into drive-in movie theaters and there’s only one coming to Central Florida. A Walmart in Winter Haven will host the two-day movie event on Sept. 4 and 5, the company announced. The lineup of movies includes “Wonder Woman,” “Spy Kids,” “Space Jam,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” “Ghostbusters,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “Black Panther,” “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” and “Friday Night Lights.”Tickets are free, but they must be requested in advance with each location having a maximum capacity, Walmart officials said. Walmart officials said movies and times are subject to change.

Mulan is no longer headed for a major theatrical release. The Walt Disney Co. said Tuesday that it will debut its live-action blockbuster on its subscription streaming service, Disney+, on Sept. 4. The company plans to release it in theaters in areas where Disney+ is not available. Originally set for a March 27 release, Mulan moved to late July, then late August and was then pulled from the calendar all together as COVID-19 cases spiked through the U.S. But few expected Mulan, a $200 million production, to go this route, even Disney.

Imagine enjoying your popcorn while watching a movie on the big screen... in a Walmart parking lot. Yes, that’s the plan beginning this August the company said. Walmart is transforming 160 of its store parking lots into contact-free drive-in movie theaters where people can safely gather to watch movies. Walmart is partnering with Tribeca Drive-in to make this happen, according to WSLS. The company plans to make more information available at walmartdrive-in.com as the date approaches.

Since there’s likely to be a good chunk of people who will watch “Hamilton” over the weekend who’ve probably never seen it before, here is a quick rundown of what you need to know before experiencing the phenomenon. The “Hamilton” on Disney+ is a filmed version of the show, not a movie. It’s easy to call the version of “Hamilton” coming out on Disney+ a movie, but technically, it’s the stage version, filmed. An actual movie version of “Hamilton” will probably happen eventually, but this is a great way to really capture the magic of the stage version of the show. And because the people at Disney are incredibly smart, free trials of the streaming service have ended, so if you want to watch, you’re going to have to sign up.

Walt Disney Studios has released the trailer for the film version of the hit Broadway musical Hamilton.Tickets for the Broadway production were incredibly hard to get, but fans will soon be able to enjoy the movie version from the comfort of their own homes. It's set to premiere on Disney+ on July 3. It shows a montage of scenes set to a mash-up of the show's opening number, "Alexander Hamilton," and "Satisfied." Miranda posted the film trailer on Twitter along with the caption, "May you always be satisfied." The studio opted to release the film early on its subscription streaming service amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Now more than ever it’s so important to lift up and amplify black artists and creators, which is why a new film festival was created to do just that. The inaugural Black Life Film Fest will take place Sept. 5, and luckily for people who are interested in watching the selected films, the film festival will happen virtually, from the comfort of your home. Swirl Films and Mansa Productions are producing the festival, and the people there are asking for short film submissions that fit any kind of category. From documentaries and comedies to drama or animation -- as long as the film shows the black experience, it is eligible for submission. To find out more information about how you can submit your short film, or just general details pertaining to the new festival, you can visit the website here.

ORLANDO, Fla Universal Orlando said Monday that its live-action stunt show The Bourne Stuntacular is now in technical rehearsals. The Bourne Stuntacular will follow the character Jason Bourne as he fights off sinister characters pursing him, Universal said. The Bourne Stuntacular is now in technical rehearsal. Universal Pictures has distributed five films based off on character Jason Bourne, based on the books written by author Robert Ludlum. Universal Orlando reopened its doors to the public on June 5 after months of closures due to the coronavirus pandemic.

(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. Netflix is launching a Black Lives Matter collection the streaming company announced on Twitter. The collection includes movies, documentaries and television shows. https://t.co/dN6XQmsrGK pic.twitter.com/3CIrrno6mw — Netflix (@netflix) June 10, 2020The move comes in response to worldwide protests calling for racial justice and equality in the wake of the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers. The collection includes “Dear White People,” “Moonlight,” and Spike Lee’s “Da 5 Bloods,” just to name a few.

HBO Max has pulled "Gone with the Wind" as mass protests against racial injustice sweep the country. A spokesperson for the streaming service says the movie is a product of its time and depicts racial prejudices commonplace in American society. "Gone with the Wind" is a love story set during the American Civil War. The 1939 film is considered a cinematic classic, but it's also criticized for its portrayal of slavery and African Americans. HBO Max says when it does return, there will be a discussion of the movies historical context and a denouncement of those racial depictions.

Netflix‘13th’Directed by Ava DuVernay (she’ll come up again in this list), the documentary shows you how America changed after the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery, but also kickstarted the prison boom in America. ‘Moonlight’This Oscar-winning picture tells the story of a young black gay man living in Miami. chronicles the Central Park Five, a group of young black teenagers who were wrongfully convicted of a crime they didn’t commit. The documentary tells the story of the days of protests, unrest and riots that followed. It’s a great film that shows how two different groups of people can react to fatal police shootings.

As protests rage across the U.S. over the death of George Floyd, Warner Brothers says it wants to help the nation understand where the anger is coming from. The companys 2019 movie, Just Mercy, can be streamed for free on various digital platforms through the end of the month. In a statement, Warner Brothers says it wants to help people learn more about the systematic racism that plagues our society. The company also says the movie can help viewers understand how past injustices led the nation to where it is today. Warner Brothers, like CNN, is a division of Warner Media.

CLOUD, Florida – Have you been missing that feeling of going to the movies? Cloud has a night of movie fun planned in June. Cloud Park and Recreation is hosting a free drive-in movie at Chisolm Park. Parking for the event starts at 8 p.m. and event officials ask that small vehicles park upfront and larger vehicles in the back. City officials offer the following drive-in movie tips.

Get ready to sing, “Grease” fans. CBS is adding the broadcast television premiere of “Grease Sing-A-Long” to its Sunday Night Movies lineup on June 7 from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. CBS launched Sunday Night Movies on May 3. The upcoming movie schedule includes “Titanic” on May 24, “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade on May 31 followed by “Grease” on June 7. Mark your calendar and get your family ready to sing “Greased Lightnin'.”

Luckily for us, there are tons of films that have gone on to become major movie franchises, with sequel after sequel bringing back some of the most beloved characters of all time. So, if you want to take a break from binging “The Office” for the 10th time and want to dig in to some classics, consider watching these movie franchises from front to back. ‘Star Wars’Writer and director George Lucas created a movie about a team of rebels fighting evil in a galaxy far, far away, and it’s gone on to become one of the most influential movie franchises of all time. ‘Toy Story’A lot of the movie franchises are for teens and adults, but the “Toy Story” movies are great because the entire family can enjoy them. ‘Marvel’Anyone who has gone to see a Marvel movie knows that there are a ton of them.

Will anything ever compare to the antics of Joe Exotic, Doc Antle or Carole Baskin, of “Tiger King” fame? But we have to assume you’ve finished the show by now, which leads us to this next question: What will you watch next? The following five recommendations seem to be just as crazy as “Tiger King” -- not necessarily the same brand of crazy, but on par when it comes to unbelievability, like, “How can this possibly be real?”(OK, and from the sounds of it, No. 5 miiiiight be the same genre as “Tiger King.”)Anyway, to compile this list, we asked around and brainstormed ourselves. I’ll never get those two hours back.”Those weren’t exactly ringing endorsements, but we thought it was worth a mention.

We asked around for some of the best parent-endorsed picks when it comes to Netflix offerings. So, not only are you providing good entertainment for your kids, but you’re instilling a love of classic rock, as well. Although this one isn’t new or new to Netflix, we were surprised just how many parents hadn’t seen this one yet. "Masha and the Bear""My kids think this is the funniest show ever," one father of three said. I’m not suggesting you plop your kids down in front of a screen all day -- or even every day.

Thanks to the power of video on demand with streaming services Amazon Prime and Apple TV, most of the movies that planned on hitting theaters during this time are now available to watch from the comfort of your own couch. The movie tells a story of a modern world run by mythical creatures who use magic to do amazing things. ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’The final installment of the “Star Wars” movies already hit theaters around the holidays, but it’s now available to buy digitally so you can watch it at home. Since the rest of the “Star Wars” movies are on Disney+, we wouldn’t be surprised to see it pop up there soon. It’s a psychological thriller that probably isn’t for everyone, but it is available to purchase and watch at home.

Movie theaters around the U.S. have shut down due to the spread of the coronavirus, and recently released movies did not get a lot of airtime prior to the closures. Because people are stuck at home practicing social distancing, Disney announced it is releasing its latest movie “Onward” early for digital download and streaming, according to a post on the Oh My Disney Facebook page. “Onward” will be available for digital download in the U.S. Friday night and available on Disney+ on April 3, according to the Facebook post. Onward is coming to the US tonight on digital download and will be streaming on Disney+ on April 3rd. Posted by Oh My Disney on Friday, March 20, 2020To keep up with the latest news on the pandemic, subscribe to News 6′s coronavirus newsletter or go to ClickOrlando.com/coronavirus.

“Star Wars” fans were excited to learn Build-A-Bear was coming out with a stuffed Baby Yoda. Company officials said in a tweet, “The cutest creature in the galaxy is arriving at Build-A-Bear Workshop this spring! Sign up for email updates to be among the first to know when #TheChild has arrived." The cutest creature in the galaxy is arriving at Build-A-Bear Workshop this spring! Sign up for email updates to be among the first to know when #TheChild has arrived.

Diane Keaton, left, and Keanu Reeves appear on stage at the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Martin paced back and forth in the wings and stopped a few times to check his lapel and bow tie in the mirror. Later Corden ran into Rudolph and Wiig again, this time in his full “Cats” regalia alongside Rebel Wilson. MAKING PLANSYou never know who you’re going to run into backstage at the Oscars, or who you’re going to see making plans, Iike Chris Rock and Timothée Chalamet or Rami Malek and Oscar Isaac. In the wings they shared a sweet moment: Reeves offered Keaton his arm and the two walked into position linked.

(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)LOS ANGELES, Calif. – An emotional Brad Pitt won his first acting Oscar on Sunday night, claiming the supporting actor trophy for “Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood,” while referencing his own storied run in the industry where he is among the most famous and revered. Pitt beat out an iconic group that included Tom Hanks, Anthony Hopkins, Joe Pesci and Al Pacino. In earlier speeches, Pitt joked about DiCaprio and director Quentin Tarantino, and via Robbie zinged Brexit and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's departure from their royal roles in Britain. Pitt's ex-wife, Angelina Jolie, won a supporting-actress Oscar in 1999 — years before she and Pitt got together. Pitt was the only man in the category who had never won an acting Oscar.

Awards season is in full swing as the 92nd annual Academy Awards take place this weekend. Leading with the most Oscar nominations is “Joker,” with 11 nominations in total. “The Irishman,” “1917” and “Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood” each received 10 nominations. What or who do you think will win? Let us know what you think in the comments or by voting in the polls below.