‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’ review: Did this really need to be a saga?
“Minions: The Rise of Gru” is confusing before it even starts: Where exactly does this story fall within the “Despicable” timeline? It brings in the character of Gru as a youngster, inexplicably elaborating on his origin in a movie that’s supposed to be about little weirdos who say “banana!” all the time. Did this really need to be a saga? Film critic Jesse Hassenger reviews the latest from Illumination.
“Minions: The Rise of Gru” is confusing before it even starts: Where exactly does this story fall within the “Despicable” timeline? It brings in the character of Gru as a youngster, inexplicably elaborating on his origin in a movie that’s supposed to be about little weirdos who say “banana!” all the time. Did this really need to be a saga? Film critic Jesse Hassenger reviews the latest from Illumination.
Now streaming: ‘Downton Abbey: A New Era’ is prime comfort-viewing
"Downton Abbey: A New Era" is now streaming on Peacock. FOX film critic Caroline Siede reviews the latest installment of this beloved franchise.
"Downton Abbey: A New Era" is now streaming on Peacock. FOX film critic Caroline Siede reviews the latest installment of this beloved franchise.
Bret Michaels hospitalized over 'bad reaction' to medication; Poison show in Nashville canceled
Poison has two more shows scheduled for the weekend – in Florida and Mississippi – which are now up in the air.
Poison has two more shows scheduled for the weekend – in Florida and Mississippi – which are now up in the air.
Johnny Cash’s Casitas Springs home in CA hits market for $1.795M
The country legend's Ventura, California, ranch still sports original Johnny Cash features and a recording studio.
The country legend's Ventura, California, ranch still sports original Johnny Cash features and a recording studio.
‘MasterChef' recap: The 'Back to Win' chefs drop the ball — and the food
Welcome back to "MasterChef" recaps! In episode 6, “Feeding the U.S. Coast Guard,” the chefs head outdoors to feed 100 service members in a hotly-contested team challenge. Who sinks and who swims? Let’s find out!
Welcome back to "MasterChef" recaps! In episode 6, “Feeding the U.S. Coast Guard,” the chefs head outdoors to feed 100 service members in a hotly-contested team challenge. Who sinks and who swims? Let’s find out!
Elvis Presley’s boyhood home goes on the auction block
This is the second time the home belonging to the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll” opened up to bidders — but there’s one big catch.
This is the second time the home belonging to the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll” opened up to bidders — but there’s one big catch.
‘Stranger Things’ season 4 storylines, ranked
“Stranger Things” returns to wrap up its fourth season with two feature-length episodes on Friday, July 1. And though there was some uncertainty ahead of the Volume 1 premiere about whether the show could recapture its old spark, it proved the naysayers wrong with one of its strongest (and spookiest!) seasons yet.
“Stranger Things” returns to wrap up its fourth season with two feature-length episodes on Friday, July 1. And though there was some uncertainty ahead of the Volume 1 premiere about whether the show could recapture its old spark, it proved the naysayers wrong with one of its strongest (and spookiest!) seasons yet.
R. Kelly and Aaliyah: A look at an illegitimate marriage
Part of the case against R. Kelly involved details about his marriage to then-15-year-old singer Aaliyah, who later died in a 2001 plane crash.
Part of the case against R. Kelly involved details about his marriage to then-15-year-old singer Aaliyah, who later died in a 2001 plane crash.
‘Who’s the Boss?’ sequel to star Tony Danza, Alyssa Milano on Amazon Freevee
Tony Danza and Alyssa Milano are returning to their roles as Tony and Samantha Micelli for a "Who's the Boss?" sequel.
Tony Danza and Alyssa Milano are returning to their roles as Tony and Samantha Micelli for a "Who's the Boss?" sequel.
Johnny Depp is not in talks to reprise Captain Jack Sparrow in 'Pirates' franchise
Depp once said he wouldn't do another Disney film for '$300 million and a million alpacas.'
Depp once said he wouldn't do another Disney film for '$300 million and a million alpacas.'
Live like Dolly Parton with a stay on her tour bus
The country music legend is offering up her tour bus for guess to get a behind-the-scenes look at her life on the road.
The country music legend is offering up her tour bus for guess to get a behind-the-scenes look at her life on the road.
‘Hocus Pocus 2’ trailer: Watch Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy return for sequel
"Lock up your children," Bette Midler’s character says in the official teaser trailer for "Hocus Pocus 2." Here’s when the sequel premieres.
"Lock up your children," Bette Midler’s character says in the official teaser trailer for "Hocus Pocus 2." Here’s when the sequel premieres.
Cause of death revealed for Depeche Mode keyboardist Andy Fletcher
Legendary electronic band Depeche Mode has announced the cause of death for founding member Andy Fletcher.
Legendary electronic band Depeche Mode has announced the cause of death for founding member Andy Fletcher.
‘The Black Phone’ review: Ethan Hawke rips and roars through this horror gem
Scott Derrickson’s “The Black Phone” is a movie meant for kids to encounter, enjoy, and hail as a cult classic in 20 years. Film critic Robert Daniels reviews this horror film.
Scott Derrickson’s “The Black Phone” is a movie meant for kids to encounter, enjoy, and hail as a cult classic in 20 years. Film critic Robert Daniels reviews this horror film.
Milwaukee's Jazz in the Park returns July 21
Milwaukee's Jazz in the Park is back starting Thursday, July 21 at Cathedral Square Park.
Milwaukee's Jazz in the Park is back starting Thursday, July 21 at Cathedral Square Park.
Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong says he's renouncing his US citizenship: 'F--- America'
Billie Joe Armstrong berated the US in a profanity-laced tirade during Green Day's show in London.
Billie Joe Armstrong berated the US in a profanity-laced tirade during Green Day's show in London.
'Full House' star Jodie Sweetin shoved by LAPD during protest of Supreme Court ruling on LA freeway
Jodie Sweetin said Saturday's conflict will 'not deter us' from 'fighting for our rights.'
Jodie Sweetin said Saturday's conflict will 'not deter us' from 'fighting for our rights.'
Lizzo and Live Nation pledge $1 million to Planned Parenthood following Roe v. Wade decision
Lizzo, who has avidly voiced her stance on abortion and transgender rights, has pledged $500,000 to Planned Parenthood from her upcoming tour and Live Nation will match her goal.
Lizzo, who has avidly voiced her stance on abortion and transgender rights, has pledged $500,000 to Planned Parenthood from her upcoming tour and Live Nation will match her goal.
What to watch: HBO’s ‘The Janes’ tells the story of radically empathetic abortion activists
Equal parts accessible and informative, “The Janes” shines a light on life before the right to choose became protected by the Roe v. Wade decision — the landmark ruling overturned by the Supreme Court mere weeks after the film’s premiere on HBO.
Equal parts accessible and informative, “The Janes” shines a light on life before the right to choose became protected by the Roe v. Wade decision — the landmark ruling overturned by the Supreme Court mere weeks after the film’s premiere on HBO.
Now streaming: ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,’ Marvel’s messy horror movie
"Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" is now streaming on Disney+. FOX film critic Caroline Siede reviews Marvel's latest big-screen installment.
"Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" is now streaming on Disney+. FOX film critic Caroline Siede reviews Marvel's latest big-screen installment.