Where Baby Groot’s dance moves came from, and other FX secrets from ‘Guardians 2’
It took some complex mathematics and a lot of sweet dance moves to create the groundbreaking visual effects that earned 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' an Oscar nomination.
A.I. helps scientists inch closer to the ‘holy grail’ of computer graphics
Computer scientists devised a way to make some monster movies seem more realistic by improving the look of computer-generated fur.
Netflix’s programming plans for 2018 include a whole lot of original content
Netflix has big plans for 2018, including spending $8 billion for around 700 original TV shows, movies, and specials exclusive to the platform.
How the ‘Kong: Skull Island’ FX team built a bigger, better King
The visual effects supervisors on 'Kong: Skull Island' explain how they brought the biggest version of King Kong ever to the screen with Oscar-nominated effects.
‘Fahrenheit 451’ trailer pits Michael B. Jordan against Michael Shannon
HBO Films released the first full-length trailer for 'Fahrenheit 451,' its upcoming adaptation of Ray Bradbury's acclaimed novel.
‘Jessica Jones’ season 2 early review: No villains, no problem
Season 2 of Marvel's 'Jessica Jones' on Netflix hits hard in its first five episodes despite a villain-shaped hole in the story.
From ‘The Simpsons’ to ‘This Is Us,’ these are the best TV couples ever
The best TV couples in history are the ones that get an emotional investment from viewers. We've compiled the best couples we've on TV, from old classics to new favorites.
Even their mothers might have trouble telling these celebrity lookalikes apart
These pairs of celebrities look so much alike, even with years between some of them, that we - and the Internet - call them doppelgängers.
This Netflix film was shot with nothing but GoPro cameras
Filmmakers shot the movie, Face 2 Face, using only GoPro cameras, which allowed them to capture the unique actors’ point of view and narrative that was required.
‘Annihilation’ review
'Ex Machina' director Alex Garland and a talented cast led by Natalie Portman put a terrifying spin on Jeff VanderMeer's dark sci-fi story in 'Annihilation.'
Kids hijacking your Netflix account? Here’s how to delete items
Wondering how to fix your viewing recommendations after little Timmy watched Paw Patrol on your profile? Here's how to delete Netflix history.
‘Jessica Jones’ season 2 prep guide: What we learned from our sneak peek
Marvel's 'Jessica Jones' returns in March, and we saw the first five episodes of season 2. Here's a spoiler-free preview of what you can expect in the second season.
‘The Last Jedi’ is Disney’s first 4K UHD Blu-ray with Dolby Vision and Atmos
The upcoming release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi on 4K UHD Blu-ray will be Disney’s first to feature both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.
Altice One crams your modem, router, and streaming box into one device
The Altice One is currently rolling out for customers in the Optimum and Suddenlink coverage areas, combining the modem, router, and set-top-box.
‘Beyond Trails: Atacama’ is Osprey’s film of human-powered exploration
"Beyond Trails: Atacama" is a short film presented by Osprey that demonstrates pushing the limits of human-powered exploration.
Hasbro may not be rebooting Transformers after all
Hasbro is working to expand its cinematic universe, and a reboot of Transformers may be in the works, but a Hasbro representative has reportedly denied these rumors.
Alibaba and Disney strike a deal to bring shows and movies to China
You may not be able to access Facebook in China, but really, who needs mass communication when you have mass entertainment, courtesy of Disney?
The Dark Knight journeys to feudal Japan in the epic anime ‘Batman Ninja’
The Caped Crusader finds himself a stranger in a strange land, and without his trusty gadgets, in the full-length anime Batman Ninja. A showdown with the Joker and other supervillains awaits.
How to watch the 2018 Winter Olympics online
The 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea are here. Here's how you can watch the two-week event, with or without a cable subscription.
Are you James Bond or Maxwell Smart? Find out at the Spyscape espionage museum
If you've ever watched a spy movie and thought "I could do that," here's your chance to prove it. Spyscape is an interactive museum in New York that assesses your abilities to be a top espionage agent.
‘Alien Zoo’ takes you on a virtual journey through an extraterrestrial world
An "Alien Zoo" has opened at a mall in Los Angeles, and you'd better get your tickets fast. The new VR exhibit pushes the boundaries of entertainment with an immersive cinematic trek through a world of extraterrestrial creatures.
Republican politicians blame ‘Call of Duty’ and ‘John Wick’ for gun violence
In the wake of the Parkland, Florida mass shooting, Republican congressman Brian Mast and Republican Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin have both criticized violent video games for their alleged role.
‘Black Panther’ review
Marvel goes in a new, different direction direction with 'Black Panther,' and the character's solo debut is everything fans hoped for.
Want a free year of Netflix? You’ll need to sign up for 2 years of Verizon Fios
Verizon is finally offering a free year of Netflix for folks who sign up for a Fios "triple play" plan, which involves a bundled deal of internet, TV, and phone.
NBA star Kevin Durant working on a scripted series based on his life for Apple
NBA star Kevin Durant is dabbling in movies and TV, and he has partnered with Apple and Imagine Television's Brian Grazer to do so.
For ‘Black Panther’ star Michael B. Jordan, Killmonger isn’t just another villain
Michael B Jordan plays villain Killmonger in Black Panther, and spoke with us about what he did to transform into the muscular bad guy.
Netflix nabs ‘Glee’ and ‘American Horror Story’ creator Ryan Murphy in huge deal
'Glee' and American Horror Story' creator Ryan Murphy has signed a massive, exclusive deal with Netflix to produce new series, movies, and documentaries.
‘Sicario 2’ director reportedly close to signing on for Call of Duty movie
Sicario 2 director Stefano Sollima is reportedly in talks to direct an adaptation of Activision Blizzard's Call of Duty series.
Chris Rock’s Valentine’s Day gift is his first Netflix comedy special
Chris Rock revealed the Valentine's Day release date for his first ever Netflix comedy special in a teaser trailer.
‘Atlanta’ season 2 preview
We previewed the first three episodes of season 2 of Donald Glover's hit FX comedy Atlanta, which is darker than season 1, but just as funny.
Walkers in winter? Why haven’t we seen snow on ‘The Walking Dead’ yet?
Is winter ever coming in The Walking Dead universe? The series has often jumped past the colder winter months, leaving us wondering what walkers might look like in subzero temps
Watch ‘Red Sparrow’ for cheap with the T-Mobile Tuesdays app
T-Mobile customers will soon be able to score $4 tickets to 'Red Sparrow' thanks to a partnership with 20th Century Fox.
Shigeru Miyamoto sets a high bar for possible Super Mario movie
Super Mario Bros. creator Shigeru Miyamoto says Illumination's Mario movie will only release if it's "interesting."
Sir Patrick Stewart busts out the Shakespeare at the Sci-Tech Oscar Awards
Innovation in the art of visual effects, from animation to camera design, was recognized at the Sci-Tech Academy Awards hosted by Patrick Stewart on Saturday night.
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Jason is a writer, editor, and pop culture enthusiast whose love for cinema, television, and cheap comic books has led him to work in the entertainment industry. A proud graduate of both Whitman College (Adam West’s alma mater!) and Syracuse University, he has worked at Marvel Entertainment, DC Comics, Warner Bros., and Screen Rant. At Digital Trends, he covers all things film and television, from ranking Alfred Hitchcock’s best films to examining the everlasting neuroses of Larry David. When he’s not obsessing over the latest Marvel Studios trailer, you can find him either working or surfing the web looking for the perfect fudge brownie recipe.