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Watch 'The Hangover 3′ Stars Zach Galifianakis and Ken Jeong Perform Stand-Up Together in 1998

Britt Hayes — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:30:37 +0000

Way, way back before 'The Hangover 3' was even a twinkle in Todd Phillips' eye, co-stars Zach Galifianakis and Ken Jeong already knew each other, and you can watch them perform stand-up together in this video unearthed from the prehistoric year of 1998.

Reese Witherspoon Joins Paul Thomas Anderson's 'Inherent Vice'

Britt Hayes — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:31:40 +0000

Reese Witherspoon has been racking up projects lately — the latest addition to her ever-growing to-do list is Paul Thomas Anderson‘s ‘Inherent Vice.’ Straight from the Cannes film festival, Deadline reports that Reese Witherspoon has joined Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘Inherent Vice.’ The actress will star alongside previously announced cast members Joaquin Phoenix, Owen Wilson, and [...]

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Seth Meyers Will Replace Jimmy Fallon as the Host of 'Late Night'

Jacob Hall — Sun, 12 May 2013 19:48:17 +0000

It's been a rumor fo some time, but now it's official: Seth Meyers will replace Jimmy Fallon as the host of NBC's 'Late Night' next year.

Hilarious Celebrity 'Makeunders' Bring Stars Down to Our Level

Emerald Catron — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:55:54 +0000

These funny Photoshop manipulations are one better than “stars without makeup” photos. They aren’t just celebrities without makeup — they’re celebrities without stylists, personal chefs or trainers, or expensive clothes. We call it ‘Extreme Makeunder: Celebrity Edition.’ They’re all available on a Facebook page called “Planet Hiltron.” Here are a few we like. Check out [...]

John Travolta Cast as 'The Forger'

Britt Hayes — Tue, 07 May 2013 23:30:10 +0000

If you were wondering when we’d get to see John Travolta on the big screen again, wonder no longer — the actor has just joined the heist thriller ‘The Forger.’ According to The Wrap, John Travolta has been cast in the heist movie ‘The Forger’ from director Philip Martin. Based on a script by Richard D’Ovidio, [...]

First Look: Megan Fox as April O'Neil in 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles'

Mike Sampson — Tue, 07 May 2013 19:09:37 +0000

When Megan Fox was cast as April O'Neil in the upcoming 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' reboot, the reaction was...mixed. And by "mixed" we mean, mixed between people hating it and people really hating it. Today, however, we have the first look at Megan Fox in character as April on the 'Ninja Turtles' set and maybe it'll change your mind. Maybe? (Probably not.)

RIP Ray Harryhausen: Legendary Visual Effects Pioneer Dead at 92

Jacob Hall — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:31:05 +0000

Ray Harryhausen, who pioneered the world of stop motion effects and changed visual effects in cinema forever, passed away today. He was 92 years old. Born in 1920, Harryhausen was inspired to enter the movie business after seeing ‘King Kong’ in 1933. Interestingly, his first big job was animating the title character on the other famous stop-motion [...]

SNL: Zach Galifianakis Welcomes You to "Darrell's House"

Jacob Hall — Sun, 05 May 2013 16:47:16 +0000

Although much of last night's SNL was fairly standard (albeit, very funny) stuff, there was one sketch where it felt like host Zach Galifiankis was allowed to run wild. The scene found the 'Hangover' star playing the host of a public access TV show about how to entertain guests in your home and...well...let's just say that you have to watch it.

SNL: Zach Galifianakis Kills With His Opening Monologue

Jacob Hall — Sun, 05 May 2013 15:49:03 +0000

Some SNL hosts just feel like they were born to be on that stage and Zach Galifiankis is one of them. Rather than do a traditional monologue, he performed six minutes of his oddball, avant garde stand-up comedy. It was a great reminder that he may be a big movie star now, but he's still one of the great modern comedians.

SNL: Martha Stewart Joins Match.com

Jacob Hall — Sun, 05 May 2013 15:07:24 +0000

The past week has seen no shortage of jokes concerning Martha Stewart joining Match.com, but there was no way SNL wasn't going to get in on this action. After all, what kind of comedy variety show would it be if it didn't let one of the cast members break out a Martha Stewart impression?

Luke Evans is 'The Crow'

Jacob Hall — Sun, 05 May 2013 00:16:15 +0000

Luke Evans has been on the verge of breaking out in a huge way for a few years now and it looks like his moment has finally come: the Welsh actor has been cast in the lead role in the upcoming reboot of 'The Crow.'

Dwayne Johnson and Mark Wahlberg to Headline HBO Athlete Dramedy Pilot

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 02 May 2013 19:05:55 +0000

After dominating the box office this past weekend with Michael Bay's 'Pain and Gain,' Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Mark Wahlberg are heading to the last place we expected to find them -- the small screen. The body-building duo will reunite for an upcoming HBO drama pilot about retired athletes in Miami, with Johnson set to star and Peter Berg attached to direct a script from 'Entourage' writer Stephen Levinson. But is there any chance HBO would pass on such a star-studded series?

Natalie Portman and Michael Fassbender to Work Together After All in 'Macbeth'

Britt Hayes — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:00:30 +0000

Even though Michael Fassbender had to exit 'Jane Got a Gun,' he's still got plans to work with Natalie Portman, who's just signed on to star opposite Fassbender in 'Macbeth.'

Chris Hardwick and Comedy Central Launching Late-Night Talk Show Following Stephen Colbert

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:30:27 +0000

First came Craig Kilborn, then Jon Stewart, followed by Stephen Colbert, and now...Chris Hardwick? According to Comedy Central, the "Nerdist" host of AMC's 'Talking Dead' will soon launch his own late-night talk show to debut this fall, following new episodes of 'The Colbert Report' at midnight. Could Chris Hardwick be the next big name in late-night? Find out for yourself inside!

'Fantastic Four' Reboot Casting Allison Williams as Invisible Woman?

Britt Hayes — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:03:39 +0000

'Girls' star Allison Williams is making the jump the big screen, and it looks like Fox has her on their wishlist to star in their 'Fantastic Four' reboot as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman. Here's why we think this could be good thing.

'Cinderella' Reboot Will Star 'Downton Abbey' Actress Lily James

Britt Hayes — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:58:24 +0000

Our long national nightmare is over. Disney has finally cast its new ‘Cinderella‘ for the upcoming live-action version of the classic tale — Lily James of ‘Downton Abbey.’ Disney has announced that they’ve found the right girl to wear the glass slipper in their new ‘Cinderella’ movie — it’s Lily James of ‘Downton Abbey.’ You [...]

Olga Kurylenko is Set to Topline 'Vampire Academy: Blood Sisters'

Damon Houx — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:43:37 +0000

Olga Kurylenko -- who had two films this month with 'To the Wonder' and 'Oblivion' -- is set to lead the cast of 'Vampire Academy: Blood Sisters,' the latest in a long line of young adult novels to be translated to the big screen.

Kristen Wiig and Tobey Maguire Join Will Ferrell IFC Miniseries 'The Spoils of Babylon'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:10:49 +0000

IFC has continued to make a strong push into original programming, given the continued success of 'Portlandia' and the upcoming premiere of Marc Maron's self-titled 'Maron,' but its latest upcoming miniseries project has some significant star power behind it. Not only will Will Ferrell and Adam McKay produce 'The Spoils of Babylon,' but 'SNL' vet Kristen Wiig and 'The Great Gatsby' star Tobey Maguire will play leading roles! Find out about 'The Spoils of Babylon' inside!

'Family Guy' Taps 'Downton Abbey's' Michelle Dockery for High-Class Guest Role

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:48 +0000

As with ever new season of 'Downton Abbey' it could prove a while yet before season 4 makes its way stateside to give fans the posh British drama they so desperately crave. Thankfully, one of America's less refined series is content to speed things up, as 'Family Guy' brings 'Downton Abbey' star Michelle Dockery in for a guest role! Find out what familiar role the famous 'Downton' star will play on 'Family Guy' inside!