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Jacob and Cara Dutton standing on a porch in 1923

1923 Season 2 Episode 4 Explains The Origin Of Yellowstone's Train Station

By Kieran Fisher 5 months ago

1923 season 2, episode 4 finally reveals the origins of the Dutton family's beloved 'train station' dumping ground (and who might be headed there next).

Annabelle Wallis as Grace from the Peaky Blinders in a hat

Why Grace Shelby Had To Die In Peaky Blinders, According To The Show's Creator

By Nick Staniforth 5 months ago

Grace Shelby (née Burgess) was Tommy's first love in Peaky Blinders, but show creator Steven Knight says the story demanded her death.

Three versions of Queen Elizabeth II, played by Claire Foy, Imelda Staunton ,and Olivia Colman, in a composite image from The Crown

Every Season Of Netflix's The Crown, Ranked

By Valerie Ettenhofer 5 months ago

Netflix's The Crown perfectly represents the Peak TV era of prestige streaming shows. Here's our ranking of every season of the series.

Kevin Costner's John Dutton III hunched over on Yellowstone

Yellowstone: 1923 Season 2 Drops More Clues About John Dutton III's Grandparents

By Kieran Fisher 5 months ago

Thanks to 1923, we're starting to get a clearer picture of the lineage of one of the Yellowstone franchise's most important characters: John Dutton III.

Marshal Kent and Father Renaud sitting on horses in 1923

1923 Season 2 Episode 3 Features The Yellowstone Spin-Off's Darkest Moment Yet

By Kieran Fisher 5 months ago

1923 season 2, episode 3, 'Wrap Thee In Terror,' lives up to its title and then some, delivering one of the Yellowstone franchise's darkest moments.

Prince Chungnyung (Jang Dong-yoon) stars intently in Joseon Exorcist

The Controversial Horror K-Drama That Was Canceled After Two Episodes

By Samuel Stone 5 months ago

This particularly controversial horror K-drama was abruptly canceled after two episodes due to complaints about its historical inaccuracy.

The 14 Greatest Detectives In Movie And TV History

By Leah Marilla Thomas 5 months ago

Detectives love solving a crime or some other kind of impossible question. Here are the best detectives of the big and small screen and where to find them.

Marshal Fossett sitting at her desk and looking frustrated on 1923

Is 1923 Episode 2's Female U.S. Marshal Historically Accurate?

By Kieran Fisher 5 months ago

Jennifer Carpenter plays a U.S. Marshal in 1923 Season 2, Episode 2, but is the character historically accurate? Here's the answer.

Teonna Rainwater looking distraught on the back of a horse in 1923

Is 1923 Season 2 Lowkey Setting Up Another Yellowstone Spin-Off Series?

By Kieran Fisher 5 months ago

There are currently several new Yellowstone spin-offs in the works. However, 1923 Season 2 might just be laying the groundwork for yet another one.

Ron Howard is studying hard as Richie Cunningham in Happy Days

Why Ron Howard Never Directed An Episode Of Happy Days

By Jeremy Smith 6 months ago

Ron Howard pivoted from acting to become a well-decorated director, but he never directed an episode of the sitcom that made him a household name, Happy Days.

The Lone Ranger in a mask, from the 1949 version of The Lone Ranger.

Why John Hart Replaced Clayton Moore In The Lone Ranger

By Witney Seibold 6 months ago

There are conflicting stories about why actor John Hart was brought in to replace Clayton Moore as the star of The Lone Ranger TV series for one season.

Simon Basset smiling at a ball on Bridgerton

Why Regé-Jean Page's Simon Basset Left Bridgerton

By Rick Stevenson 6 months ago

Why hasn't Regé-Jean Page reprised his Bridgerton role as Simon Basset since Season 1? The answer is neither dramatic nor terribly surprising.

Kevin Costner as John Dutton sitting with his legs crossed and a helicopter in the background on Yellowstone

Why Yellowstone Creator Taylor Sheridan Cast Kevin Costner As John Dutton

By Nick Staniforth 6 months ago

Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan was keen on casting Kevin Costner for the show, and it shaped his approach to casting the series' spinoffs as well.

King George staring out a window on Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story

What Is Wrong With King George On Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story?

By Rick Stevenson 6 months ago

Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte play fast and loose with real-life history, but how does their portrayal of King George's mental health struggles stack up?

Tom Hanks as General George Meade wearing a uniform in 1883

Why Tom Hanks Made A Cameo Appearance In The Yellowstone Prequel 1883

By Nick Staniforth 6 months ago

How did the Yellowstone prequel series 1883 get America's Dad himself, Tom Hanks, to make a cameo? Turns out, the actor had a connection to the show.

Marshal Dillon, Kitty, and Newly standing outside of a saloon

Where Was Gunsmoke Filmed? Every Major Location Explained

By Kieran Fisher 6 months ago

Gunsmoke lasted a whopping 20 seasons on TV, but the Kansas-set Western never filmed in the Sunflower State. Here's where the series was actually shot.

Yellowstone Creator Taylor Sheridan Had To Make 1883 In An Impossible Amount Of Time

By Nick Staniforth 6 months ago

Taylor Sheridan was given shockingly little time to make his Yellowstone spin-off 1883. Here's how he managed to do it the way he wanted anyway.

Benedict Bridgerton in a suit chatting with Kate and Tilley Arnold

Who Does Benedict Bridgerton Marry In Julia Quinn's Books?

By Rick Stevenson 6 months ago

As we await for season 4 of Bridgerton, let's look toward the books to see who Benedict Bridgerton may end up with at the end of the show.

Why Did Topher Grace Leave That '70s Show?

By Michael Boyle 7 months ago

Topher Grace was the main character on That '70s Show, but he left before the show's final season. Here's what happened and how the show tried to fill the void.