Burgess Meredith

MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON, (aka MR. SMITH AU SENAT), from left: James Stewart, Jean Arthur on Belgian poster art, 1939. Alternate

Politics in Movies & TV: Who Did It Best?

From James Stewart in ‘Mr. Smith Goes to Washington’ to Burgess Meredith in ‘Batman,’ here are some of the best TV episodes and films about politics.

Puff the Magic Dragon cartoon 1978

We Get High on the ‘Puff, the Magic Dragon’ Animated TV Special From 1978

Burgess Meredith is the voice of Puff, a dragon who helps a young boy overcome his fears of growing into a dysfunctional adult.

Episodes Airing in Syfy and H&I Network’s 2023 ‘Twilight Zone’ New Year’s Eve Marathons

The two fan-favorite marathons of episodes from Rod Serling’s classic anthology series are back to let you spend nearly three days in the ‘Zone’ as you send off 2023 and ring in 2024.

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‘Twilight Zone: The Movie’ Moments That Are Still Creepy 40 Years Later

A monstrous rabbit in the hat, a mouthless sister, a gremlin on the wing of the plane and more from the 1983 anthology movie that also inspired me to watch Rod Serling’s classic series for the first time.

a shot from the 1976 horror movie

Retro Nightmare Fuel: That Creepy Chauffeur From ‘Burnt Offerings’

Anthony James’ wordless, ever-smiling performance as the chauffeur/hearse driver in Burnt Offerings surely lingers in the minds (and bad dreams) of anyone who has seen the 1976 horror movie.

Anthony Hopkins as ventriloquist Corky Withers with his dummy named Fats in the 1978 psychological horror drama Magic

Old-School Horror Films Streaming on Shudder April 2023

From Anthony Hopkins and a creepy ventriloquist’s dummy in ‘Magic’ to a couple of early ’80s cult slasher films and more, fans of older fright flicks will find a variety of fascinating content on the horror streaming service.

(l-r) Michael Nesmith, Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz and Peter Tork in The Monkees

Hey Hey It’s ‘The Monkees’ on AXS TV!

The classic sitcom starring Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith is one highlight of the network’s new Friday ‘Retro Night’ block celebrating ’60s, ’70s & ’80s pop culture.