‘13: The Musical’ review: Broadway magic gets lost in Netflix translation
Jason Robert Brown’s musical “13” came with a ready-made hook: It was the first (and so far, the only) Broadway musical to be performed entirely by teenagers — right down to the band. That juiced up its simple story of middle school drama with some endearing, energetic novelty value. Yet while Netflix’s new adaptation of the 2008 stage show keeps the talented tweens, it loses most of its magic in translation.
Before the MLB at Field of Dreams game, stream this free special
MLB is returning to Iowa for the second annual Field of Dreams game — but the town's "Ghost Players" walk out of the cornfields all summer long. A 2010 documentary (which is currently streaming free on Tubi) tells the story of these community-oriented, baseball-loving performers.
'MasterChef: Back to Win' recap: A legend returns for a sweat-inducing mystery box challenge
Welcome back to “MasterChef” recaps! In episode 11, “Winners Mystery Box — Christine Ha,” the chefs follow in the footsteps of a “MasterChef” legend and some nearly fall off a cliff.
Academy of Country Music Honors to make FOX debut
FOX is going country this fall. Just in time for the debut of FOX’s new star-studded music drama “Monarch,” the network will also air the 15th annual Academy of Country Music Honors on Tuesday, Sep. 13.
Watch at home: ‘Elvis’ is an epic, gaudy biopic fit for a king
With "Elvis," the absurdity is part of the point. It’s important to know that going in, otherwise the film’s frenetic opening act might be completely off-putting instead of just mildly overwhelming. Having established his signature glittering style with movies like "William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet," "Moulin Rouge!" and "The Great Gatsby," director Baz Luhrmann now turns his camp-flavored maximalism to the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley. And while the result is profoundly uneven, the highs are too high (and too outrageous) to be missed.
‘Uncharted’ is #1 on Netflix, but is it any good?
If "Uncharted" was a treasure chest, here’s the assorted loot you’d find inside: Two slam-bang action set-pieces, some lackluster plotting, a charming leading man turn from Tom Holland, an ensemble of wasted supporting players and a woefully miscast Mark Wahlberg. Does that add up to a hidden treasure or a disappointing haul? Well, that lies in the eyes of the fortune hunter.
Movie review: Patton Oswalt pushes cringe comedy to the limit in ‘I Love My Dad’
Patton Oswalt stars in this autobiographical cringe comedy from director James Morosini, which opens with a title card assuring its audience that what they’re about to see really happened to the filmmaker. The second card, however, adds an important note: "My dad asked me to tell you it didn’t."
‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ review: A wickedly fun Gen Z slasher from A24
"Bodies Bodies Bodies," A24's deliciously dark slasher comedy, is a Gen Z-centric take on a familiar formula: It’s socially relevant without exactly being social commentary. Film critic Caroline Siede reviews this SXSW fave.
‘Bullet Train’ review: Brad Pitt’s thrill ride just barely stays on track
“Bullet Train” features an international cast led by Brad Pitt as lethal but laid-back underworld operative “Ladybug.” Film critic Caroline Siede reviews this big-budget action comedy.
August movie preview: A ‘Bullet Train’ and double the Idris Elba
As the summer blockbuster rush fades but before the fall awards season starts, you can expect oddball horror like A24’s “Bodies Bodies Bodies” and Peacock’s “They/Them,” family friendly flicks like “13: The Musical” and survival thrillers galore. Oh, and Idris Elba fights a lion in “Beast.”
‘Prey’ review: The hunter becomes the hunted in the latest ‘Predator’ movie
With "Prey," the "Predator" universe gets a gripping prequel, courtesy of "10 Cloverfield Lane" director Dan Trachtenberg. Film critic Katie Rife reviews this new sci-fi survival story, which begins streaming on Aug. 5.
Happy Birthday, Yves Saint Laurent —a designer with Hollywood history
Legendary designer Yves Saint Laurent, who would have turned 86 on August 1, encapsulated the symbiotic relationship between the fashion world and the costumes we see on screen. Film writer Emma Fraser looks back at the couturier's impact on (and designs for) the big screen.
'MasterChef: Back to Win' Recap: The chefs get grilled on a Wild West team challenge
Welcome back to “MasterChef” recaps! In episode 10, “Cooking for Horse Town U.S.A.,” the fourteen remaining chefs sweat it out in a team challenge to feed 101 cowboys and cowgirls.
Movie review: ‘DC League of Super-Pets’ has delightful Saturday morning cartoon vibes
“DC League of Super-Pets” sees Superman, Batman and the rest of DC’s Justice League take a back seat to their equally powered-up pets. FOX Digital film critic Caroline Siede reviews this zany animated comedy that’s perfect for the whole family.
10 of the best streaming shows of the year (so far)
Our critics pick the best streaming show of the year so far, plus nine more that surprised, challenged, delighted and/or riveted them to their screens, from "Stranger Things" to "Station Eleven" with plenty in between.
Here's everything Marvel announced at Comic-Con
Marvel Studios dominated the 2022 San Diego Comic-Con with a deluge of big announcements, including details about "Black Panther," "Daredevil" and two new "Avengers" movies. Here's all the news, assembled.
‘Nope’ review: Close encounters of the spurred kind
“Nope” is “Get Out'' writer-director Jordan Peele’s third and most self-consciously mainstream film. That doesn’t mean that Peele has sacrificed daring for accessibility, however. Although it’s not as cryptic as his sophomore feature, 2019’s “Us,” this is a multi-layered movie that — for better or for worse — follows its obsessions wherever they may lead.
Movie review: ‘My Old School’ is a wild, weirdly charming documentary
This upbeat documentary centers on an unbelievable real-life hoax that took place in Scotland in the mid 1990s, it also captures a feeling that’s far more relatable: The fun of gathering all your old friends together to discuss the wildest thing that happened during your time at school. Only in this case, the wildest thing to happen at Bearsden Academy was enough to garner national attention — and the interest of one burgeoning movie star.
'MasterChef: Back to Win' recap: The chefs feel some fusion confusion
In episode 8 of "MasterChef: Back to Win," the chefs must fuse Southern cooking with cuisine from another part of the world… but they can’t choose the country. Will they make magic with mysterious mealtime mixes? Keep reading to find out!
Natalie Wood: Watch the star in hidden gem 'The Green Promise'
Natalie Wood's performance in “The Green Promise” made it clear she was a star. Culture critic Emma Fraser looks at this hidden gem, as well as its place in Hollywood lore and its supposed connection to her death.