Things You Didn’t Know

Harry Houdini, ca. 1910s.

Harry Houdini: 10 Little-Known Facts About the Legendary Magician 100 Years After His Death

The great escape artist died 100 years ago on Halloween.

1980s JACK-O'-LANTERN & BLACK CAT

8 Frightfully Fun Things You Didn’t Know About Halloween

From ancient Celtic traditions to famous deaths, discover strange and spooky Halloween facts.

I Love Lucy Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz

7 Things You May Not Know About How ‘I Love Lucy’ Started

As the series celebrates its 75th anniversary, we’re looking back at how the classic sitcom got its start.

Who Is Martin Mull?. Martin Mull in Who Is Martin Mull?. Cr. NETFLIX © 2026

‘Who Is Martin Mull?’: 9 Must-Know Stories From Bob Saget’s Heartfelt Doc

A few need-to-knows from Bob Saget’s deep dive into the funnyman.

THE DICK VAN DYKE SHOW, Mary Tyler Moore, Dick Van Dyke, 1961-66

8 Things We Bet You Never Knew About ‘The Dick Van Dyke Show‘

Author David Van Deusen shares some fascinating facts about the show for its 65th anniversary.

BEE GEES, Maurice Gibb, Robin Gibb, Barry Gibb, circa mid-1970s

8 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About The Bee Gees (But Should)

The brothers almost turned down one of their biggest albums. Find out why!

THE MUNSTERS, Butch Patrick, Fred Gwynne, Yvonne De Carlo, Al Lewis, Pat Priest, 1964-66

13 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘The Munsters,’ Plus: Who Is Still Alive?

The family moved to 1313 Mockingbird Lane over 60 years ago, and have been beloved by viewers ever since.

Alligator Farm Los Angeles

Do You Remember This Long Lost Alligator Farm in California?

The popular Los Angeles attraction that let kids ride alligators closed in 1984.

Red and yellow Donkey Kong arcade machine with animal heads illustration, two control buttons, circular logo, colorful graphics, indoors setting, possibly Nintendo o Kyiv, Ukraine - June 7, 2025

Donkey Kong Turns 45! 5 Things You Never About the Classic Arcade Game

Mario was once called “Jumpman.”

Elke Sommer Coppertone Ad

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Coppertone Sunscreen & Its Famous Ad Campaign

Do you remember those Little Miss Coppertone ads?

John Wayne fun facts, 1960s

10 Surprising Facts About John Wayne, the Man Behind ‘The Duke’

A few fun facts about film’s greatest cowboy.

Collector's Call

‘Collector’s Call’: Rare Disneyland Memorabilia’s Hidden Value Shocks in Sneak Peek (VIDEO)

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THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY, Clint Eastwood, 1966 [US: 1967]

9 Things You Probably Never Knew About Clint Eastwood

He almost didn’t get one of his most famous roles.

Bob Seger is 81! 6 Things You Never Knew About the “Like a Rock” and “Old Time Rock and Roll” Singer

He wrote a number one hit … and then gave it to another band.

STAR TREK, William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, in Season 1 episode #26, 'The Devil In the Dark,' March 7, 1967.

‘Star Trek’: Why Leonard Nimoy Thought Spock Needed a Smarter Way to Fight

Leonard Nimoy thought Spock would never fight with a weapon if necessary.

Robin Hood Movie Collage with Kevin Costner, Cary Elwes and Errol Flynn

7 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Actors Who Played Robin Hood

Errol Flynn remains the most famous man in green tights, but who will take up the mantle in summer 2026?

THE BRADY BUNCH, Florence Henderson, 1969-74

5 Surprising Things About Florence Henderson – TV’s Carol Brady

Small tidbits you might not know about America’s Mom.

Chuck Norris in AN EYE FOR AN EYE and in 2019 composite image

7 Kick-Butt Facts About the Late Martial Arts Master Chuck Norris

He sadly passed away at the age of 86, just days after his birthday.

GREATEST AMERICAN HERO, Connie Selleca, William Katt, Robert Culp, 1981-1983,

8 High-Flying Fun Facts About ‘The Greatest American Hero’

Believe it or not the show is 45 years old!

BREAKING BAD, (from left): Aaron Paul, Bryan Cranston, (Season 2), 2008-. photo: Ben Leuner / © AMC / Courtesy Everett Collection

If This Vince Gilligan Pilot Had Succeeded, ‘Breaking Bad’ Might Never Have Existed

This failed pilot possibly changed the history of prestige TV.

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30 Years Before Gibbs, Mark Harmon Played an Officer in Failed ‘Emergency!’ Spinoff

One of his first acting roles was in a would-be spinoff of the classic drama.

TOWNIES, (from left): Jenna Elfman, Ron Livingston, Molly Ringwald, Bill Burr, Lauren Graham, 1996. © Carsey-Werner / courtesy Everett Collection

Bill Burr’s Forgotten ’90s Sitcom With Molly Ringwald & Lauren Graham Slowed His Acting Career for 15 Years

The forgotten comedy also starred Jenna Elfman and Ron Livingston.

CALL THE MIDWIFE, Jenny Agutter, (Season 14, episode 1403, aired in the US on April 13, 2025). photo: Olly Courtly / ©PBS/Neal Street Prod./BBC / Courtesy Everett Collection

Sister Julienne on ‘Call the Midwife’ Was Once a Child Star! A Look Back at Jenny Agutter’s Early Career

From child actor to werewolf caregiver to nun, Agutter has had an interesting career.

Stranger Things, Season 5, Millie Bobby Brown, Jamie Campbell Bower; Josh Brolin in 'The Goonies'

8 ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Callbacks to Beloved ’80s Movies You Might Have Missed

A look at the deep-cut movie references from Volume 1.

FREE WILLY, Jason James Richter, Keiko, film poster, 1993, © Warner Brothers/courtesy Everett Collection

The Heartbreaking Real Story Behind the Whale Who Starred in ‘Free Willy’

The story of Keiko is one of the most tragic of any animal star.

SUPERMAN, Christopher Reeve, 1978. ©Warner Brothers/courtesy Everett Collection

Christopher Reeve Was Set for ‘The Running Man’ Until a Sudden Change Forced Him Out

Why did Superman exit the original movie?

'Turkey Drop' - 'WKRP in Cincinatti'

Was the Legendary ‘WKRP In Cincinnati’ Turkey Drop Episode Based on a Real Event?

What is the story behind the one of the best Thanksgiving episodes of all time?

FRANKENSTEIN. Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac, and Mia Goth in Frankenstein. Cr. Ken Woroner/Netflix © 2025.

‘Frankenstein’ Details to Know Before Your Next Rewatch

Before you rewatch the Netflix epic, enhance your experience with these small but important details.

THE SIMPSONS, Homer Simpson (voice: Dan Castellaneta), (Season 5, 1993). TM and Copyright ©20th Century Fox Film Corp. All rights reserved./courtesy Everett Collection

‘The Simpsons’ Star Dan Castellaneta Explains the Origins of Homer’s Famous ‘D’oh!’

How one of the most iconic TV catchphrases of all time was created.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, from left: Nell Campbell, Tim Curry, Patricia Quinn, 1975.

50 Years Later: The Real Story Behind the Lips on the ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Poster

Plus: the time Tim Curry got kicked out of a midnight showing, and more anniversary facts!