The Megis completely bonkers — so yes, we asked a shark expert to weigh in

‘The megalodon is kind of like a great white on steroids.’ ButThe Megimagines a world in which these gigantic predators are not only surviving, but THRIVING. So much for fun in the sun, right? Warner Bros. Pictures Right… but its hardly realistic. They were in temperate zones and essentially became extinct when the water became too cold for them. If you think about it too, there cant just be like two megalodons in the ocean....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · Kristin Mitchell

The Merry Spinster: Mallory Ortberg puts dark twist on classic fairy tales

Im so sorry if youve never read The Toast. Truly, I am. The site is no longer active, but fortunately for all of us, Ortberg still is. Credit: Daniel Mallory Ortberg/Instagram; Holt Paperbacks This version ofThe Velveteen Rabbitis a twisted progression of greed; theirWind in the Willowsis unspeakably unsettling. I feel like at leastThe Wind in the Willowsis pretty innocent, right?Dude! Have you reread that recently? That st is so distressing!...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 262 words · Jonathan Wilkinson

The Middle: Get a peek at the final Halloween episode

And EW has your exclusive first look. They dress up as brother-sister duo Donny and Marie Osmond in their classic Deep Purple ensembles. Meanwhile, Sue is doing something a little more literal. Michael Ansell/ABC So Sue just leans and goes full third wheel for Halloween literally. We knew if we didnt do them now, wed never do them. The Middleairs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. Michael Ansell/ABC Michael Ansell/ABC

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Alexander Lindsey

The Middleco-creator promises the 'right ending for the show'

Theres a very real possibility that Ill just be Axl forever, the 27-year-old shares. Ive just seen it happen to many people that are on successful long-running TV shows. Thats something Ive been afraid of the entire way, and I still am. Michael Ansell/ABC But either way, its been awesome. I think it will be super funny, satisfying, and the right ending for the show. Meaning, dont look for the underrated series (drink!...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Sheena White

The Millennium Falcon looks different inSolo— here's a spoiler-free explanation

She may not look like much, but shes got it where it counts, kid. Ive made a lot of special modifications myself. But once upon a time a long time ago the Corellian freighter did look pretty fine. Jonathan Olley/Lucasfilm Ltd. So what are these special modifications? But storywise, theres something odd about the Falcon. Like a living thing. Jonathan Olley/Lucasfilm Ltd. And those differences tend to reflect its current occupant....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 344 words · Sara Smith

The Mindy Projectis auctioning off its best outfits, props

The series finale debuts Tuesday on Hulu Some people watchThe Mindy Projectand lust after Mindys stunning, colorful outfits. Other people watchThe Mindy Projectand lust afterthe pen Dannys gnawed on. Good news: Now its possible to own both. Jordin Althhaus/Universal Television/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images Proceeds from 10 of the items auctioned off will go toward the Pancreatic Cancer Action web connection. The auction officially kicks off Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 12 a....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Michael Rodgers

The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill: EW's 1998 review

The student turns out to be the master on the Fugees singer’s grade-A solo dispatch. The disc is infused with African-American musical history. When Hill breaks into hardened patois, she recalls the moral fervency of Bob Marley. Credit: Sony Legacy Her use of harmony singers recalls 60s girl groups or Marleys I-Threes. But like The Sweetest Thing,The Miseducation of Lauryn Hillis no quick withdrawal from the nostalgia bank. For someone so young and so successful, Hill, who is 23, appears to have chips onbothshoulders....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 257 words · Alicia Moss

The moody but airlessThe Little Strangeris a period chiller without the chills: EW review

Youve probably seen dozens of gothic thrillers like Lenny AbrahamsonsThe Little Strangerbefore. Once the wee-hour staples of late-night TV, theyre like the mothball-scented ghosts of horror movies past. Even the great Guillermo del Toro couldnt quite get the formula right with2015sCrimson Peak. Credit: Nicole Dove/Focus Features Only a few interesting performances occasionally jolt it back to life. Its a chiller thats far too stingy with its chills. The place has less than idyllic memories for him....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Jeffrey Williams

The most anticipated concert tours of summer 2019

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May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 22 words · Gregory Miller

The most captivating photos of Aretha Franklin you've probably never seen

Ahead, we look back at some of her most captivating performance and behind-the-scenes photos. Pictured: Franklin in New York’s Central Park in 1968. Heilemann/Camera Press/Redux Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images © Walter Iooss Jr./Globe Photos via ZUMA Wire Walter Iooss/Getty Images Kris Connor/Getty Images Art Kane Anthony Barboza/Getty Images Harry Langdon/Getty Images Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images David Gahr/Getty Images Kevin Mazur/WireImage Tyrone Dukes/The New York Times/Redux (c) 1968 Paul McCartney. Photographer: Linda McCartney

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Judith Stewart

The most essential Michael Jackson singles

Distilling Michael Jackson’s career into one CD-length list is impossible. ; the stuff of countless couples-slow-skate and junior prom memories. When Michael commands, Keep on with the force / Dont stop, the dancefloor obeys. CBS No one who hears that spare, hypnotic opening synth thump can resist what comes next. Its airy synths and achingly tender vocals hint intriguingly at a private Michael one we never really knew. But can you even listen today without breaking into the zombie-claw shuffle?...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Matthew Barnett

The most exciting animated movies of 2019

These films don’t share a genre; they share an art form. EW’s highlighted a few animated features worth geeking out about this year. Missing Link Release Date:Apr. Disney; Dreamworks Animation; Warner Bros.; Disney/Pixar; Annapurna Pictures UglyDolls Release Date:May 3 Heres an ugly new franchise thats bound to be ubiquitous. (Sonic the Hedgehoghits theaters in November.) with Patton Oswalt (as the film’s Terrier protagonist, Max). Warner Bros. Pictures Spies in Disguise Release Date:Sept....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 155 words · Jennifer Todd

The most important things to know about the biggest Tony nominees

The Tony Awards are almost here! Click through for details about some of the buzziest nominees this season. Bruce Springsteen Springsteen isn’t a nominee, he’s a sure thing. Cliff Lipson/CBS Schumer earned rave reviews (and the sole Tony nod) for her work in the Steve Martin-penned comedy. Appropriately, her spouse was portrayed by another break-out sketch comedy artist Keegan-Michael Key. Though Shaloub has a thick list of stage credits, this marked his first time in a Broadway musical....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · David Black