Movies

HOOSIERS, Gene Hackman (left), 1986

6 Things You Never Knew About ‘Hoosiers,’ Gene Hackman’s Basketball Classic

The film, which airs tonight on TCM at 8pm EST, created worldwide interest in small town sports.

TOOTSIE, l-r: Geena Davis, George Gaynes, 1982

Geena Davis Reveals Which Film Role She Landed Because Her Height Made Her a “Sight Gag”

The actress was hired because she stood a full seven inches taller than her co-star.

THE BIRDS, director Alfred Hitchcock, publicity shot, 1963 thebirds-fsc14(thebirds-fsc14)

Alfred Hitchcock Died 45 Year Ago. Do You Remember His Final Film?

The master of suspense worked almost up until his death.

Carolyn Jones, 1964.

It’s Carolyn Jones’ Birthday! 6 Things You Never Knew About the Woman Behind Morticia Addams

Before she was Morticia, she almost won an Oscar, and married a future TV legend.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, Richard O'Brien, Tim Curry, Patricia Quinn, 1975

‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Stars Reunite For Live 50th Anniversary Tour: Will Your Favorite Be There?

It’s time to do the time warp again … because this time, Barry Bostwick will be watching.

Ann-Margret: From Hollywood With Love Ann-Margret, 1969

Ann-Margret Is 84! Check Out These 6 Fascinating Facts About the Swedish Superstar

The ‘Viva Las Vegas’ actress missed out on two big roles that could’ve changed her career trajectory.

Monty Python and Holy Grail custom image

6 Facts About ‘Monty Python and the Holy Grail’ That You ‘Ni’ to Know

But none of them are the air-speed velocity of an unladen swallow.

THE TREASURE OF THE SIERRA MADRE, Tim Holt, Humphrey Bogart, 1948

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Humphrey Bogart’s ‘Treasure of the Sierra Madre’

The classic 1948 film airs at 3pm EST on FETV today.

JUST ONE OF THE GUYS, Billy Jacoby, Clayton Rohner, Joyce Hyser, William Zabka, Steve Basil, 1985

7 Things You Never Knew About ‘Just One of the Guys,’ the Classic 1985 Teen Comedy

James Brown actually visited the set to teach an actor some moves.

THE THING FROM ANOTHER WORLD, (aka THE THING), top center: James Arness, left from top: James Young, Dewey Martin, Kenneth Tobey, right from top: John Dierkes, James Young, Robert Cornthwaite, Margaret Sheridan on poster art, 1951.

5 Otherworldly Facts About 1951’s ‘The Thing From Another World’

The sci-fi classic that inspired John Carpenter is still the subject of controversy over 70 years after its release.

1990s Guess The Movie image

Movie Quiz: Can You Name These Popular ’90s Films from Just One Image?

Test your cinema knowledge!

THE FOUR SEASONS, Alan Alda, Carol Burnett, 1981

Where Can You Watch the Original ‘Four Seasons,’ the 1981 Film That Inspired the New Tina Fey Series?

The new show, which also stars Steve Carell, Colman Domingo and Will Forte, premieres on Netflix on May 1.

Cheech and Chong's Nice Dreams Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, 1981

How Did Cheech & Chong Meet? Plus, What Brought Them Back Together For One Last Movie

Best known for their classic ‘Dave’s not here’ comedy routine, the duo have teamed up again for one last movie.

AFTER HOURS, Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, 1985

Cheech and Chong Remember Working With Martin Scorsese: “He’s Kinda Short”

The pair appeared in Scorsese’s 1985 cult comedy ‘After Hours.’

Shirley MacLaine now and then

6 Things About Shirley MacLaine for Her 91st Birthday

She made a move on Morgan Freeman, but he didn’t reciprocate.

Emo Philips attends the

Whatever Happened to Comedian Emo Philips?

His bizarre comedy gained a cult following in the ’80s.

The Toys R Us logo is displayed on the exterior of a store on March 15, 2018 in Emeryville, California. Toys R Us filed for liquidation in a U.S. Bankruptcy court and plans to close 735 stores leaving 33,000 workers without employment

A Toys ‘R’ Us Live-Action Movie Is Coming … What is the History of the Beloved Toy Store?

Could it rival toy-based movies like ‘Barbie?’

HOW DO YOU KNOW, Jack Nicholson, 2010

What Was Jack Nicholson’s Final Role?

The Academy Award-winning actor informally retired in 2010.

1980s Movie Trivia Graphic

How Well Do You Remember These Blockbuster Films From the 1980s?

Are you a 1980s film nut? Take our ’80s movie quiz and find out how well you remember these iconic films.

WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING, Sandra Bullock, 1995

11 Eye-Opening Facts About ‘While You Were Sleeping’ for Its 30th Anniversary

In the original script, the roles were reversed … and everyone who read it hated it.

PET SEMATARY, 1989

5 Things You Didn’t Know About 1989’s ‘Pet Sematary’ Movie

36 years ago, the film that taught us “sometimes, dead is better” hit theaters.

James and Michael Gandolfini Sopranos

James Gandolfini’s Son Reveals Why He Was Banned From ‘Sopranos’ Set

He was born the same year the show premiered on TV.

BEN-HUR, Charlton Heston, 1959

5 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Ben-Hur’

The film that earned Charlton Heston his first and only Academy Award airs today on TCM.

THE GIRL CAN'T HELP IT, Jayne Mansfield late 1950s

6 Things You Never Knew About Jayne Mansfield

At the peak of her fame, fans could buy a water bottle crafted in Mansfield’s image.

English actor and singer Tim Curry, UK, 23rd January 1974.

Do the Time Warp With 7 Fun Facts About Tim Curry For His 79th Birthday

The star was almost cast as the Joker … twice.

SPACEBALLS, Rick Moranis, 1987

Rick Moranis is 72! 5 Things You Never Knew About the Comedy Great

He’s been out of the public eye for years, with one tragic exception.

Actor Tim Curry performs a scene from

7 Tim Curry Roles You Have Definitely Never Heard About

Even true blue fans might not know about some of these.

Ben-Hur Charlton Heston, 1959

TCM’s Easter Classics Lineup: ‘Ten Commandments’ ‘Ben-Hur’ ‘Easter Parade’ & More

Settle in for an Easter Sunday full of holiday classics, from ‘Ben-Hur’ to ‘Harvey.’

GO, JOHNNY, GO!, Eddie Cochran, 1959

Who Was Eddie Cochran? The Rock ‘n’ Roll Pioneer Died 65 Years Ago

While he died far too young, he inspired generations with his sound and unique style.

James Stewart in Harvey custom image

6 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Harvey,’ the 1950 James Stewart Easter Classic

The cast saved the invisible rabbit a seat at lunchtime.