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James Bond is one of the most storied characters to ever grace the silver screen. With new actor that portrays James Bond, there is a splashy intro to set up who this new Bond will be. Though none have been more impactful than Daniel Craig's intro in Casino Royale. Taking the character in a new direction Daniel Craig's James Bond was a Bond for the ever-changing Hollywood landscape.

When Iron Man 3 first hit theaters, it had a lot to live up too. Not only was the MCU moving along at a high rate of speed, but the Iron Man Franchise was a at a turning point after the middling reception to Iron Man 2. Marketing a showdown with a storied comic villain in The Mandarin, fans couldn't be more excited. But one scene in particular quickly diminished any speculation that Iron Man 3 would be a turning point in the MCU.

Gangs of New York's Bill the Butcher is considered one of Daniel Day-Lewis's best roles. Yes, there are wonderful performances from the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio, and Martin Scorsese's direction can't be out done. But Daniel Day-Lewis brought honesty and a ruthlessness to Bill the Butcher that no one else could match. But what exactly makes Bill the Butcher in Gangs of New York so terrifying?

The Office's Ryan Howard, played by BJ Novak, is something of an enigma. Starting as the audience POV into the life of Dunder Mifflin Scranton, Ryan Howard had a drastic evolution followed by a devastating downfall. Even though he's billed as a lead member of The Office cast, he never seems to rise to the level of fan favorites, Jim, Dwight or Pam. But what exactly happened to Ryan Howard during his tenure at Dunder Mifflin?

No animated show on earth has lasted longer than The Simpsons, and for good reason. After over 30 years of being on the air, it seems the Simpsons have been working with a winning formula every year. It all began during the early years of the show when The Simpsons was first finding its voice. And as the torch was passed to new show runners, they used the previous blue print to create an absolutely perfect season of The Simpsons.

In today's world it seems like everyone knows the name Darkwing Duck. However, upon looking back at the animated homage to early pulp heroes, it begs the question, who was Darkwing Duck made for? The animation style, characters, and story lines all mimicked the pulp stories of the past, but made them relatable to modern audiences. The Duck Tales spin off, Darkwing Duck was a big gamble, but has proven to have been a major success.

When The Matrix first debuted it instantly became one of the best movies of all time. The Matrix pushed the sci-fi genre in new directions with cutting edge technology and a story unlike any other. Though when it came time for the subsequent sequels, one Matrix star felt he was owed more than he deserved. Eventually being fired from The Matrix sequels, it seems he missed out on a major career move all because of greed.

When Ahsoka Tano was first introduced into Star Wars canon in the original Clone Wars animated movie, it was clear that fans were not happy with Anakin Skywalker's new Padawan. But as time went on, Dave Filoni and the rest of the Clone Wars staff evolved Ahsoka into being one of the most popular characters in the Star Wars Universe. And now that we have our live action Ahsoka Tano, it seems the fandom will only continue to grow within the Star Wars community.

When the first Taken movie hit theaters, it seemed Liam Neeson was on his way to a redemption in the action movie genre. Taken put Liam Neeson into a new light for movie going audiences. Though the popularity led to an immediate green light of 2 sub-par sequels. Both Taken 2 and Taken 3 proved that the magic was not going to last. But what exactly happened to the Taken franchise?

Nightcrawler's Lou Bloom, played by Jake Gyllenhaal, might be one of the creepiest villains of the last decade. It's not just the profession of filming grizzly accidents for the news, but in the way he carries himself. Lou Bloom is what makes Nightcrawler such a great film. And Gyllenhaal does a phenomenal job of selling Lou Bloom's darkest desires.

Mike Judge's King of the Hill set a new bar for father and son relationships in sitcoms. Too often we see the likes of Homer and Bart Simpson or Red and Eric Forman. But Hank and Bobby in King of the Hill elevated that relationship to a place most people can relate to. King of the Hill was not just a powerhouse animated sitcom, it brought a fresh take on how a father and son can be so different but also understand each other.

Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam might be one of the more disappointing movies for the outgoing DCEU. With over a decade of production trouble, as well as a botched marketing campaign from The Rock, Black Adam came out to less than stellar reviews. Which in turn, was the final nail in the coffin for the DCEU franchise. But how exactly did Dwayne Johnson make Black Adam that final nail in the coffin?

Robin Williams portrayal of Mrs. Doubtfire is one of the best performances of his career. The premise alone could be that of nightmares, but Robin Williams brings a sense of humanity, joy, and warmth to Mrs. Doubtfire. Without Robin Williams this movie may not have been made, and Mrs. Doubtfire wouldn't be the cultural staple it is today.

In a world with non-stop sequels, reboots, remakes, and cinematic universes it seems the traditional "movie sequel" may be dead. With the 2nd installment in the Knives Out franchise, Glass Onion, it seems that studios will do anything to force a cinematic universe into existence. Mysteries like Knives Out used to be self contained stories, but when Glass Onion was released with the subtitle A Knives Out Mystery, it proves Netflix is once again trying to establish the next great cinematic universe akin to Marvel or DC.

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are by far one of the most popular properties to come out of the 90's. Through TMNT's comics, movies, animated shows, and video games, the Ninja Turtles had taken the world by storm. But when Michael Bay and Co. decided to reboot the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles it obvious the fan community would not be excited about this. And when Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Out of the Shadows came out it was certain that this version of TMNT was going to be a complete failure.

For many, Jurassic Park is one of the best films ever made. With each Jurassic Park sequel, none could match the quality of the first installment. That trend would continue with the Jurassic World trilogy. But when the first Jurassic World premiered, this one scene encapsulates everything they did wrong with the Jurassic World franchise.

Often times deleted scenes are taken out for a reason. They often add unnecessary run time and don't support the overall story. But for How I Met Your Mother this deleted scene from the show's controversial finale could have saved the entire episode. How I Met Your Mother's ending falls pretty flat, but with some extra context it could have been seen in a different light. But why exactly did they cut this important scene from the finale of How I Met Your Mother?

Few shows on television deal with family issues the way Arrested Development did. With its intricately woven web of parental mistakes, petty grudges, and inter-generational emotional baggage Arrested Development made looking at family trauma hilarious. It's a fine line to walk, but Arrested Development nailed it.

Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight is widely considered not only the best Batman movie ever made, but one of the best superhero films ever produced. The Dark Knight gave us the brilliant Joker performance by Heath Ledger, but it also redefined Batman on the silver screen. And this opening scene from The Dark Knight set the table for Batman to be redefined for the modern era.

Indiana Jones is one of the most celebrated film franchises in history. Mostly due to the titular character of Indiana Jones, but proven through the attempted "passing of the torch" in Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. It seems any time a major franchise like Indiana Jones attempts this move in order to stretch the franchise, it fails spectacularly.

When Austin Powers first came out, it was seen as a great James Bond parody film. Hitting all the nuances and plot points of a James Bond film, but satirizing the idea of the beloved spy film. But one thing no one saw coming was the immense popularity of the titular villain Dr. Evil. A perfect parody of the James Bond villain Blofeld. Though as time has gone one, it seems people have begun to forget Blofeld and think of Dr. Evil as his own character.

The first Die Hard movie is a near perfect film. Everything about the story, characters, and plot are well crafted and deliver on everything set up. Though as Die Hard sequels kept being produced, each iteration seemed further and further away from what the original Die Hard created. But how exactly did the Die Hard franchise crash and burn this badly?

School of Rock is one of those timeless movies that has appealed to both kids and adults ever since it's initial debut. A big reason for that is the star power behind the movie's lead Jack Black. Jack Black brings a unique energy and point of view to the character Dewey Finn, and to a point that it couldn't be replicated by any other actor. School of Rock didn't make Jack Black's career, but it will always be one of his most popular films.

Through out all the insane stunts in the Mission Impossible franchise, we see Ethan Hunt risking his life to save the world. But one big difference between Mission Impossible and other films in the genre is that it keeps it's lead human. We remain on the edge of our seats because we see a frailty in Ethan Hunt that he overcomes with each installment. Mission Impossible keeps it's characters grounded while pushing them to their limit.

Batman Beyond is one of the more popular animated DC shows. Though the final episode of Batman Beyond, titled “Unmasked”, wasn’t even remotely a finale. It was just a run of the mill adventure. Eventually Batman Beyond would get the ending fans wanted, but inside a completely different show.

Without a doubt Friends is one of the most celebrated sitcoms in television history. The cast of eccentric characters will forever live in the hearts of Friends fans everywhere. Though most of the characters like Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Monica, and Phoebe all have arcs that evolve over the series, Joey ends the show pretty much in the same place he started. But how is it that Joey was the lone Friends cast member left behind?

The American version of The Office is without a doubt one of the most successful sitcoms in television history. Adapted from the popular U.K. version starring Ricky Gervais as David Brent, it rose to such popularity that other countries wanted in on the action. After a number of years countries across the globe were developing their own versions of The Office. But how is it possible that one idea can be molded to fit different cultures so seamlessly?

Theres no question when Deadpool was first introduced on screen in X-Men Origins: Wolverine fans everywhere were extremely disappointed in this portrayal of the Merc with a Mouth. Luckily after a leaked proof of concept, Deadpool was finally given the respect he deserved on the big screen. But how exactly did the studio think first version of Deadpool would win audiences over?

There seems to be an ongoing trend within the superhero genre. Ever since the rise in popularity with superhero films, it seems that every hero seems to fight in the same style as everyone else. Whether its the DCEU or the MCU, there isn't much of a difference behind each character and the way they take on villains. On the page each superhero has a distinct character background that informs how they move. When translated to film, our favorite superheroes seem to all fall into the same gimmick time and time again.

Bob's Burgers is a near perfect show just on it's own. The Belcher family is not your typical animated sitcom family. They operate fully out of love and admiration of each other, even when things seem to work against them. But this episode of Bobs Burgers showcases the Belcher family at their craziest and most wholesome.

Just over 25 years after it's initial release, Titanic is still considered one of the greatest blockbusters ever made. James Cameron perfectly marries his ability to tell timeless love stories with his passion for realism in story telling. The stunt work within Titanic is utilized to sell the immense scope of one of histories greatest disasters. Even 25 years later, these stories, stunts, and connections continue to live on as fans flock back to theaters to see Titanic on the big screen once again.

Ever since James Cameron's first installment The Terminator, John Connor has been set up as this almost mythical being that is destined to save the human race. After meeting him as a child in Terminator 2 Judgement Day, it seemed logical that the next time we'd see John Connor would be fighting the machines in a post-apocalyptic future. Though with each installment after Judgement Day, it seems the idea of John Connor has gotten lost completely.

When the first Scary Movie debuted in theaters, the slasher genre was at an all time high. Movies like Scream and New Nightmare were captivating audiences everywhere. But with Scary Movie's perfect parody being such a success it wouldn't be long for the parody genre to play itself out with a tidal wave of terrible movies. How exactly did Scary Movie's success lead to the downfall of an entire genre?

Uncharted is one of the best video games produced in the last 15 years. Fans everywhere were ecstatic when news broke they were finally adapting Uncharted to the big screen. But what we ended up getting in the Tom Holland Mark Wahlberg feature was the furthest thing from the Uncharted movie we wanted.

When Pitch Black first came out, it seemed Riddick movies were onto something new and special. Though as Chronicles of Riddick came out along side other installments it was clear that Vin Diesels dream was becoming more of a nightmare. But how exactly did the Riddick movies turn out this bad?

Mad Max: Fury Road is one of the most adrenaline fueled action movies to come out in the last 10 years. With it's emphasis on practical stunts, immersive cinematography, and next level production design, Mad Max would push cinema to new heights. Aside from our heroes, Immortan Joe stole the show. Immortan Joe is a villain that stands above many in the genre, and provides a grim out look on the landscape of Mad Max.

Big Bang Theory was a force to be reckoned with when it was at it's peak on CBS. Though not all of Big Bang's characters got the same treatment when it comes to meaningful story telling. Raj Koothrappali was the one main character on Big Bang Theory that seemed to be more caricature than real person. Even when finally given a meaningful story line, the writers were quick to course correct and undo everything they had built.

Will Smith's I Am Legend is the rare movie that could have been saved by it's alternate ending. Theatrically I Am Legend ended with a bang, literally, but the ending left audiences with a bad taste in their mouth. The original, true to the source material ending, would have been a more fitting end to the emotional arc of I Am Legend. And it seems the studio agrees, after I Am Legend 2 was confirmed to be working off the original ending rather than the theatrical one.

Initially, Gargoyles was a massive risk for Disney. Known for their squeaky clean children's programming, Disney was not known for darker more mature stories in their shows. But during the rise of Batman the Animated Series, Disney needed a show to compete, and that show was Gargoyles. Gargoyles was not only a home run, but years later still has a big fan base.

Within Edgar Wrights Cornetto Trilogy, most fans gravitate towards Shaun of the Dead or Hot Fuzz as their favorite installment. Though the Worlds End is the absolute perfect way to wrap up a trilogy steeped in homages and references. Edgar Wright approached The Worlds End from a different angle than Hot Fuzz or Shaun of the Dead. Exploring the ideas of youth, nostalgia, and of course pub crawling.

How I Met Your Dad, not to be confused with How I Met Your Father, was the first attempt at an attempt to recapture the magic of How I Met Your Mother. Though after seeing the Pilot for How I Met Your Dad, it's obvious even the creators of How I Met Your Mother didn't know what they were doing. Everything seemed to fall short of it's predecessor How I Met Your Mother, and test audiences unanimously agreed.

Secret Identities used to be a staple for all superheroes. Clark Kent to Superman, Bruce Wayne to Batman, Peter Parker to Spider-Man, but in todays' modern superhero landscape all that has fallen to the side. The MCU and DCU have put our favorite superheroes into the public eye, and have put more focus on their superhero identity rather than their public persona. Everyone knows who's Iron Man, it's no secret who Black Widow is, but how has that changed how we consume these adaptations?

Adam Sandler without question is a comedy icon. Movies like Billy Madison, The Waterboy, Happy Gilmore, and The Wedding Singer put Sandler on the map. Though as his career moved forward it became obvious that Adam Sandler was building every movie essentially off the same character type. But audiences didn't care. There have been some less than great Adam Sandler movies, but overall his roles in both comedy and dramatic movies have cemented him as an icon.

The first Independence Day starring Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum is universally beloved. ID4 as it's known, has become a timeless classic about peoples will to survive during an aline invasion. The sequel, Independence Day Resurgence basically forgot everything that made the first Independence Day great in the first place. But how did a movie so beloved get a sequel so despised?

In the early stages of Nickelodeon, the network set out to break new ground within kids' animation. Trying to set itself apart from the clean-cut Disney image, Nickelodeon was trying to reach viewers in a different way. 'Hey Arnold' took that thinking to the next level. The entire cast of Hey Arnold was built attempting to relate more to kids and put them into the shoes of the on-screen characters. But what they didn't know at the time was Hey Arnold was about to change kids' animation forever.

The James Bond franchise has had it's share of ups and downs throughout it's 60 year run. Each time a new 007 is brought in the tone of the franchise seems to shift. None bigger though when Pierce Brosnan took up the mantle as James Bond in Goldeneye. Seemingly saving the franchise and breathing life into Bond, it would only take a few more installments for Brosnan to almost destroy the James Bond legacy.

Kang the Conqueror or Kang the Disappointment? After seeing Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania it's hard to tell which side Kang will land on. So far the biggest threat to the Marvel Multiverse hasn't quite lived up to expectations. But how did Marvel go from one of the most compelling villains in history, Thanos, to what seems to be a very messy origin for the newest MCU Big Bad?

Batman Beyond is without a doubt one of the best Batman stories ever made. Though we've passed the torch from Bruce Wayne to Terry McGinnis, they main reason this show was so successful was Batman's Rogues Gallery. Without a sprawling cast of villains, Batman Beyond wouldn't have reached the heights it did.

Prior to his breakout performance in 21 Jump Street, Channing Tatum was seen by most as just "generic handsome guy". Teaming up with Jonah Hill, Christoper Miller, and Phil Lord, finally gave audiences a chance to see Channing Tatum's as more than a rom com hear throb. 21 Jump Street let Tatum show off his acting chops, and even landed him future roles with some of hollywoods biggest directors. Without 21 Jump Street we may have never seen what Channing Tatum could do.

For over 25 years, South Park has been a staple of pop culture. With it's biting satire, and timeless characters, South Park has cemented it's self at the forefront of adult animation. Though fan favorite character Chef seemed to disappear without much notice. Why exactly did Chef leave South Park? And how did South Park creators handle the aftermath?

When The Lego Movie first hit theaters, no one expected the breakout star to be Batman, voiced by Will Arnett. Lego Batman was so popular, a spin off movie was green lit almost immediately. Not only did we get a fantastic spin off, but we got one of the most faithful adaptations of Batman ever put to screen.

Assassin's Creed is hand down one of the more popular game franchises of the last 2 decades. With an expansive world, deep lore, and tons of action, Assassin's Creed seemed like a no brainer for a big screen adaptation. But the Michael Fassbender Assassin's Creed film was far from the adaptation fans wanted. Why did Ubisoft think this was the route fans wanted for an Assassins Creed movie?

Michelle Yeoh. Jet Li. Chow Yun-Fat. Jackie Chan. All were Asian Martial Arts performer who transitions into genuine A-List Hollywood fame. Though these legendary Martial Arts performers have had a long, lustrous career. It seems performers of this magnitude are becoming fewer and far between. Actors like Donnie Yen and Tony Jaa are mainstays in the industry, but the Martial Arts transition to Hollywood has been in a drastic decline.

Ever since International Man of Mystery premiered, Austin Powers, Dr. Evil, and the many other characters played by Mike Myers are still household names. Wish some going so far as to become more popular than the James Bond characters Mike Myers was parodying. Only the legendary Mike Myers could have brought these characters to life, only his silly genius could have created a franchise that stands the test of time.

Hawkins Police Chief Jim Hopper, portrayed by David Harbour, is without a doubt one of the fan favorite characters on Stranger Things. So much so, that Stranger Things creators, The Duffer Brothers, decided to bring the Jim Hopper back in Season 4, even after his on screen death in Season 3. With this one decision, Stranger Things revealed a major flaw with it's handling of fan favorite characters.

Sarah Michelle Gellar's Buffy The Vampire Slayer is by all accounts a cultural staple of sci-fi television. Though after the initial Buffy pilot was shot, our favorite vampire slayer almost didn't see daylight. Luckily a new pilot of Buffy the Vampire Slayer was shot, and the rest is history. But what exactly was so bad about the original Buffy pilot?

Movie Posters used to be one of the mail selling points for films in Hollywood. A great poster can tell an entire movies story in a single captivating image. Though as the years progress, and IP ownership remains king, poster design has become messy and uninspired. Where have the days of Saul Bass, Bob Peak, and Drew Struzan gone? Is the art of movie poster design truly dead?

When thinking of Ridley Scott's Gladiator, your first thought may be the electric performance by the films hero Russel Crowe. Though the most chilling performance belonged to Joaquin Phoenix's portrayal of Commodus. Commodus was a cold and unrelenting villain that brought chills to audiences. Joaquin Phoenix may not have taken home the Oscar for playing Commodus in Gladiator, but his performance go down as one of the most chilling villains in film history.

It's no secret that most fans consider the final season of How I Met Your Mother to be the worst in the series. Though not many can put a finger on what exactly went wrong. Some point to Jason Segel's contract dispute with How I Met Your Mother producers, but is that the whole story? Why did one of the central characters of How I Met Your Mother almost jump ship before the shows final season?

Harrison Ford's portrayal of Indiana Jones is one of the most iconic characters in film history. Though his weirdest turn as Indiana Jones had to come in the TV Show created by George Lucas, The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles. How exactly did Lucas convince Harrison Ford to reprise his role as Dr. Indiana Jones, for this ultimately strange episode?

Ex Machina was a low budget sci-fi movie with ambitions that changed an industry. The visual storytelling within Ex Machina was unlike anything audiences had seen before, and that was due to a world class VFX team and a director willing to take a chance. The painstaking production of Ex Machina may have been low budget, but you can't see it in the final product.

Biopics have been around almost as long as motion pictures. Films like Ali, A Beautiful Mind, Chaplin, Lincoln, Bohemian Rhapsody, and Rocketman, all bring extraordinary real people to the silver screen. Though the modern day landscape of Biopics have run into a problem. Films like Bohemian Rhapsody and Rocketman are often compared, but whats the major difference in films like this? It's the way a Biopic decides how to balance the real persons life with an entertaining narrative.

Theres no debate that stunt work is the most dangerous job in the film industry. When Andy Samberg and the rest of the Lonely Island crew set out to make Hot Rod, they knew things had to be dialed up. The reason Hot Rod works so well is because of the commitment by the stunt team. With out a dedicated crew, Hot Rod wouldn't have been the cult classic it is today.

Superhero movies have been a stable at the box office for over 20 years. But introducing a comic book character to a wider audience takes a certain set of skills. Skill that James Gunn has proved time and time again, starting with the Guardians of the Galaxy. The way Guardians of the Galaxy introduced Star-Lord is not only perfect, but subverts the expectations of many viewers. James Gunn was born to direct the Guardians of the Galaxy, and his entire filmography proves that.

New Girls is hands down one of the more successful sitcoms of the last 10 years. One of the main reasons New Girl lasted as long as it did was the attachment fans had to the primary cast. Though, at first many people found Schmidt annoying and irritating. Luckily over the course of 7 Seasons, New Girl was able to turn Schmidt into a fan favorite character.

Home Alone and it's sequel Lost in New York are widely considered two of the best holiday movies ever made. There is a certain charm around Macaulay Culkin's portrayal of Kevin Mccallister and audiences instantly connected with it. Though as time went on, studios attempted to capitalize on the popularity of the Home Alone brand, but it failed spectacularly. Home Alone without Kevin Mccallister just isn't Home Alone.

Zac Efron was once an actor seemingly stuck in the publics image as, that kid from High School Musical. Though as years progressed, Zac Efron set out to prove he was capable of so much more than playing a teenage heartthrob. Starring in the comedy Neighbors alongside Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, and Dave Franco was that start of a major shift in the roles Zac Efron would be offered. Proving to the movie going public that he was a real talent, and was not about to be typecasted the rest of his life.

After running for 12 seasons, Big Bang Theory is widely considered one of the more successful sitcoms in history. Though not without it's speed bumps, this episode of Big Bang Theory is hands down the worst episode in the series run. How exactly did Big Bang Theory think taking their main characters down this road would sit well with it's fan base?

When the Lego Movie was first announced, no one thought it would have the cultural impact it did. Not only did the Lego Movie exceed audience and critic expectations, it actually changed the animation industry forever. But how exactly did the creators make the Lego Movie look so, Awesome?

At the height of it's popularity, Entourage was a dramatic, hilarious, voyeuristic peak behind the curtain into the lifestyle of Hollywood's rich and famous. But even after Entourage came to a close on HBO, every story line was reopened in order to bring audiences the Entourage Movie. Though today's media landscape and overhaul of the Hollywood system as we knew it has made fans of Entourage start to reevaluate what the show really had to offer.

It's no secret that the Fast and Furious franchise has gotten out of control. When the first Fast and Furious movie came out in 2001, it was basically a Point Break remake but with cars. Now, over 20 years and 10 movies later, it seems our team of street racers have become international spies with super human abilities. But how exactly did the Fast and Furious Family go from the streets of LA to outer space? How has Vin Diesel's Dominic Toretto basically become Superman?

Movie Trailers may have started out as a tool to sell films, but over time they have evolved into their own spectacle. Before a film is released there are a multitude of Theatrical Trailers, TV Spots, Web Shorts, and even Trailers before the Trailer starts. How did Hollywood turn from a simple marketing tool, to a an ever expansive industry of movie trailers that mostly give away the entire plot of the film? How did Hollywood crush the Movie Trailer?

When NBC's Heroes first debuted in 2006, it was drastically ahead of it's time in the superhero genre. Airing 2 full years before Iron Man came out, Heroes was a very different look at what superhero stories could be. Though as the series progressed into season 2, the Writers Guild of America went on strike and Heroes would never recover.

Scrubs was a sitcom known not only for it's over the top comedy, but also it's more dramatic story lines. Scrubs ran for 8 Seasons, plus a 9th spin off season, and there are a multitude of incredible episodes. But one entire season specifically pushed our favorite characters to new heights, started new evolving storylines, all while maintaining the silly comedy Scrubs was known for. All coming together for a truly perfect season of television.

Ever since their debut, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been a staple of pop culture. Through several animated tv shows, to live action movies, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have had many different looks and redesigns. But how has each TMNT design influenced it's predecessors? How have the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles been able to evolve while also remaining our favorite heroes in a half shell?

The Mission Impossible franchise is best known for the death defying stunts pulled off by it's lead Tom Cruise. Mission after Mission, the franchise pushes the envelope to draw audiences in. Though one often overlooked aspect of the Mission Impossible franchise are the villains. And this entry into the Mission Impossible story provides the franchises most terrifying villain to date.

Superhero's and their Sidekicks have been a staple of the comic book industry since it's inception. A sidekick was not only meant to help combat villains in the superhero universe, but was also a device used to push the main hero forward, keep him accountable, and expand the story week after week. But in the modern superhero filmic landscape, the superhero sidekick has become a thing of the past. But why has Marvel and DC abandoned a once essential part of superhero stories?

The world of contemporary martial arts cinema continually re-invents itself every generation. And yet, The Raid 2 towers above the rest. Both The Raid and The Raid 2 showcase some of the best martial arts stunt sequences ever put to film. In fact, The Raid 2 is considered so good, the director Gareth Evans has said there's no way to top it for a potential The Raid 3. But how is it that The Raid 2 was able to pull of stunt work to such perfection?

The Lord of the Rings will forever be one of the greatest film trilogies to ever hit the silver screen. Not counting The Hobbit movies, The Lord of the Rings changed the landscape of adapting classic novels to the big screen. Though one member of the Fellowship didn't quite live up to his novel counterpart. Legolas, played by Orlando Bloom, didn't really have a whole lot to do in The Lord of the Rings, besides killing some orcs and looking cool while doing it.

Friends is without a doubt one of the most successful sitcoms in television history. Most of that success is due in part to the absolutely perfect cast of Friends. Though as the seasons went on, and the show became more successful, the studio wasn't willing to pay the full cast their fair share. So it came down to paying the cast of Friends what they were worth, or potentially firing two of the main cast members.

Silence of the Lambs is still well known as one of the most disturbing horror movies ever made. The film was so widely regarded, Silence of the Lambs took home several Academy Awards, including Best Actor. Sir Anthony Hopkins portrayal of Hannibal Lecter will forever be one of the most iconic villains in film history. But how exactly did Sir Anthony bring Hannibal Lecter to life for Silence of the Lambs?

Audiences knew well in advance that there were two magician movies coming in 2006. Both The Prestige and The Illusionist were due to hit theaters around the same time. This Twin Film Phenomenon occurs all the time, but how? How do Twin Films end up releasing in the same year. Movies like The Prestige and The Illusionist aren't alone with releases like A Bugs Life and Antz, or more recently White House Down and Olympus has Fallen.

When Frank Miller first created the world of Sin City, it was made to be virtually unfilmable. Until director Robert Rodriguez was able to prove that the world of Sin City would translate to film in a very specific way. But how exactly was Robert Rodriguez able to take Frank Millers vision and adapt Sin City so flawlessly to the big screen?

Sacha Baron Cohen, known for his roles as Ali G, Borat, and Bruno, was one of the pioneers of the modern prank show. Of course shows like Candid Camera existed before Ali G took screens by storm, but Sacha Baron Cohen was able to master the art from and inspire countless others like Eric Andre, Punkd, or the cast of Jackass. Even transitioning to the big screen with all three characters, Ali G, Borat, and Bruno cemented Sacha Baron Cohen as the king of the prank show.

Spider-Man is without a doubt one of the most lucrative superheroes ever put to film. With three different franchises, and countless appearances in the MCU, Spider-Man proves to be successful time and time again. Yet, Sony in their attempt to get a Spier-Man Villain Universe off the ground has failed at every turn.

Steven Spielberg is widely considered one of the greatest film directors of all time. With a filmography containing countless classics like Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park, Indian Jones, and countless others. Steven Spielberg has done one thing better than any other director. His sense of wonder and imagination brings films to life in a way no one else can replicate. Steven Spielberg not only invented the modern blockbuster, but has continued to elevate his craft almost 40 years after his initial debut.

NBC's The Good Place was a breakout hit when it's first season debuted in 2016. The initial reveal that our main cast of The Good Place were actually in The Bad Place was a major twist most didn't see coming. Then throughout the following seasons, The Good Place had another major twist in mind, the redemption of it's main villain Michael. But how exactly did The Good Place transform a literal Demon into one of the greatest sitcom characters ever?

Hugh Jackman, most known for his role as Wolverine in the X-Men franchise, was once cast as the lead of the movie Drive. Though during a tough pre-production process, the film changed directors and Hugh Jackman decided that he and auteur director Nicolas Winding Refn weren't the right fit. The film would later go on to cast Ryan Gosling in the iconic role, but how different would Drive have been with Hugh Jackman behind the wheel?

Guy Ritchie's first two movies Snatch and Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels put the director on the map in the gangster film genre. Though Guy Ritchie's next run of films, mostly from major studios, would not live up to his original outings. Aladdin, King Arthur, and The Man From U.N.C.L.E, we're all panned by critics. Until he rediscovered his roots with The Gentleman, proving that maybe Guy Ritchie should just stick to gangster movies.

Ever since the dawn of motion pictures, filmmakers have been thinking of new gimmicks and tricks to get audiences to go see movies. 3-D movies are far from the first gimmick audiences got tired of quickly. Though movies like James Cameron's Avatar show signs that 3-D can work in cinema, most movies that utilize 3-D to tell stories don't work quite as well. But how did 3-D become so popular, only to fade as quickly as it did?

The Flash has been one of DC Comics fan favorite superheroes since his inception in the 1940's. Though after countless comic books, tv shows, and cameos, it seems a truly great movie surrounding The Flash never got any traction. Hope's were high for Ezra Millers feature length The Flash film, but upon it's release it seems the DCU still has a long way to go in order to make a truly great Flash movie.

When Tina Fey first set out to create 30 Rock after her highly successful run on Saturday Night Live, it seemed the pilot was doomed to fail. The one thing that stood out was the casting of Jenna. The original 30 Rock pilot had a completely different actress in the role of Jenna. After pivoting towards a more sitcom oriented actress 30 Rock was given the green light, and the rest is history.

The Wilhelm Scream is a sound effect most people would recognize, but few actually know it's history. From Star Wars, Batman, Lord of the Rings, Toy Story and countless others, The Wilhelm Scream has been an inside industry joke for decades. But how exactly did The Wilhelm Scream become such a staple in Hollywood? How did this Warner Brothers archive sound effect make its way into the cinematic classics?

For close to 85 years, Superman has been a beloved piece of global iconography. Through countless comics, tv shows, and movies, Superman has stood for doing the right thing, and helping others no matter the cost. Though in Man of Steel, Zack Snyder directed a sequence that has most wondering if Superman is still the hero they all love.

Without a doubt JJ Abrams is one of the most recognizable directors of the decade. Resurrecting franchises like Mission Impossible, Star Trek and Star Wars put the director on the map, but one famously personal touch may have gone too far...Lens Flares. JJ Abrams is now more known for his use of Lens Flares than his large body of work. But in his more recent films, it seems JJ Abrams has stepped away from the use of Lens Flares, almost entirely.

Bruce Lee is without a doubt the most well known martial artist to make the jump to American cinema. His skill set would become famous around the world, and audiences would flock to see Bruce Lee in action. Though after his untimely death, there was a massive wave of Bruce Lee imitation films that flooded the movie market. But why exactly were there so many Bruce Lee knock off films?

Since the dawn of cinema, writers and directors have been adapting beloved books and stories into feature length films. Several of these renowned stories have seen multiple adaptations throughout history as well. Willy Wonka, Winnie the Pooh, Harry Potter, Dune, Lord of the Rings, have all seen multiple adaptations from multiple directors. But as we approach yet another adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and possibly a brand new Harry Potter franchise, we start to ask ourselves, do we really need more adaptations?

Christopher Nolan is by far one of the most successful directors of the last 2 decades. With countless films, across many genres, Christopher Nolan seems to have an obsession with Time. Movies like Momento, The Dark Knight, Dunkirk, Tenet, Oppenheimer, and pretty much everything else in Nolan's filmography all have a running thread of time, and how it affects his story. But why is it that Christopher Nolan uses Time as such a key aspect of all his movies?

Movie Ratings today seem like a standard way studios let audiences know what is appropriate for certain ages. Though this seemingly arbitrary system has a deep history of censorship in Hollywood. From the early days of The Hayes Code and it's evolution into the movie ratings system we have today, it seems there are different rules for different players when it comes to releasing feature films. But how exactly did we get to where we are today, and do we even need the movie rating system anyay?

Today, Robert Downey Jr.'s career couldn't be in a better place. After his portrayal of Tony Stark in Iron Man led to the beginning of the most successful movie franchise in history, it seemed RDJ could do no wrong. But in the years before Iron Man hit theaters, Robert Downey Jr. was seen as a major liability and unemployable by most movie studios. But one lucky turn in this Shane Black movie changed everything for Robert Downey Jr., and led to his massive career turnaround starting with Marvel's Iron Man.

When the first Conjuring movie hit theaters, it was a welcome breath of fresh air to a genre that had been on the downturn. Ed and Lorraine Warren's fictional debut was met with high praise, enough to warrant a Conjuring sequel. Though with this new found popularity, an avalanche of Conjuring spinoff's started coming out with Annabelle and The Nun. Making audiences ask themselves, do we really need a Conjuring Cinematic Universe?

It should be no surprise that the DCEU wasn't the first attempt at creating an interconnected universe of characters from DC Comics. Though one attempt at creating a Wonder Woman TV show was destined to fail. Even though shows like Smallville found success on television, a show surrounding Wonder Woman couldn't find the same footing. So why exactly did they fire this version of Wonder Woman, and what could it have led to within DC Comic properties?

In today's movie landscape, when a mid-budget comedy does well, it's only natural studios decide to rush a sequel to capitalize on it's popularity. Though in the case of movies like Ted 2, the sequel completely destroys the legacy of the original. Seth Macfarlane's Ted 2 changed audiences perspective on the first one, but it's not the first time this has happened. So how exactly do sequels like Ted 2 make it to theaters, only to disappoint audiences?

Harry Potter is without a doubt the most famous character Daniel Radcliffe has portrayed in his long career in Hollywood. Though unlike a lot of child actors that are cast in iconic roles, Daniel Radcliffe was able to lift himself out of the Harry Potter image and explore a truly weird and amazing career. Through Swiss Army Man, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, Miracle Works and so much more, Daniel Radcliffe has shown his affinity for the weird and strange. Though he'll still always be remembered for his iconic portrayal of The Boy Who Lived.

Looking back, Agents of Shield may have just been Marvel's attempt at claiming territory in the network television space, but after 7 Seasons it proved to be more than a flash in the pan. Though one glaring issue with Agents of Shield is the complete disconnect from the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. One major casting choice could have fixed all of that, by casting Samuel L Jackson's Nick Fury as the lead of Agents of Shield instead of Clark Greggs Agent Coulson.

Saved by the Bell is without a doubt one of the cornerstone sitcoms of the early 90's. The cast of characters at Bayside High resonated with audiences at the exact right time. Though Saved by The Bell was originally created as a completely different show, Good Morning Miss Bliss. Though the studio couldn't quite get Good Morning Miss Bliss off the ground, the change to Saved by the Bell literally saved the show from complete cancellation.

The first Shazam movie starring Zachary Levi took movie audiences by surprise. At the time many fans were unhappy with the direction of Zack Snyders DC Universe, but the first Shazam was a breath of fresh air. The sequel, Shazam Fury of the Gods was a different story. Panned by critics, and ultimately a box office failure, Shazam Fury of the Gods came and went with most not even noticing. But how exactly did a sequel to a sleeper hit superhero movie end up this bad? How did Shazam Fury of the Gods fail so spectacularly?

Without a doubt, Groundhog Day has become synonymous with the Time Loop genre. Though a story of a character reliving the same day over and over works across almost every genre imaginable. Groundhog Day may have paved the way for Happy Death Day, Palm Springs, Edge of Tomorrow and countless others, but the real question is how long will Hollywood keep repeating itself with Time Loop stories? Without a doubt, Groundhog Day has become synonymous with the Time Loop genre. Though a story of a character reliving the same day over and over works across almost every genre imaginable. Groundhog Day may have paved the way for Happy Death Day, Palm Springs, Edge of Tomorrow and countless others, but the real question is how long will Hollywood keep repeating itself with Time Loop stories?

When the first LEGO Movie was announced, it seemed like an obvious marketing campaign for the LEGO brand to sell more toys. What we got however, was a truly unique story and next level animation from a team that revolutionized the way real world toys could be animated. But for it's sequel, The LEGO Movie 2 The Second Part, it seemed audiences were not as amazed at the little innovation that transpired between films. So what made The LEGO Movie 2 such a disappointment?

It's no secret that The Office's Michael Scott and Toby Flenderson are mortal enemies. Though, throughout The Office's 9 Seasons, there wasn't a concrete reason for Michael and Toby's animosity. Until a deleted scene was uncovered showing the exact moment Steve Carell decided that Michael Scott and Toby Flenderson were going to hate each other. But what exactly triggered this character moment and changed the course of The Office for the rest of it's run?

When released, the first Saw movie took audiences by surprise and practically invented a whole new sub-genre of Horror films. At the center of Saw is Jigsaw, the engineer of pain and morality, and he has left a trail of carnage that will spread ten movies when Saw X is released. But how exactly did the Saw franchise give audiences such an iconic villain that would stand the test of time over 10 movies? How has Jigsaw become one of the most recognizable villains in Horror history?

The Walking Dead, at one point, was one of the biggest shows on television. Adapted from the comic books of the same name, The Walking Dead, started out as an extremely true adaptation of it's source material. Though one Walking Dead characters story arc was extended a little too long, and the show suffered because of it.

Green Goblin, from Sam Rami's 2002 Spider-Man is by far one of the best comic book villains brought to the silver screen.| Willem Dafoe's performance as Green Goblin is incredible, but one thing is holding this Spider-Man villain back from perfection, his mask. Why does the movie version of Green Goblin have this horrible mask, and why wasn't this Spider-Man villain more comic book accurate?

When it was first announced that Michael Keaton would be returning to the role of Batman after over 30 years, fan's were instantly excited.| Though most were confused by the fact that Michael Keaton's Batman would be making his DCEU debut in 2023's The Flash. Why exactly was this Keatons first shot at jumping back into Batman? And why would it be the last time we ever see Michael Keaton portray the Dark Knight?

Bob's Burgers is not only one of the best animated sitcoms on television currently, it's also one of the most loving and wholesome shows on TV.| Though when Bob's Burgers was first in development, there was a much darker tone to the Belcher Family. Who knows if Bob's Burgers would have the success it has if the show maintained that dark tone. But after 14 seasons, it seems the Bob's Burgers creator made the right call.

For a big part of his career, it seemed Robert Pattinson would forever be associated with the Twilight Saga.| Though, he wasn't the biggest fan of Twilight in general, so Robbert Pattinson set out to change audience perspective. Working on some critically acclaimed indie projects, Robert Pattinson escaped Twilight by showing off his range as an actor, and choosing the right projects at the right time. But what movie specifically separated him from the sparkling vampires of Twilight?

Tom Cruise is without a doubt one of the biggest movie stars on the planet.| Starring in action packed roles like Mission Impossible, it's hard to see Tom Cruise slide into other genres. Though his turn in Tropic Thunder as Les Grossman, might be one of his best roles to date. Tropic Thunder not only showed us the comedic side of Tom Cruise, it cemented his character Les Grossman as one of the best supporting characters in a comedy. But why exactly did Tom Cruise decide to put on the fat suit and bald cap for Tropic Thunder?

The Battle of Helm's Deep is often cited as one of the best sequences of the entire Lord Of The Rings movie trilogy.| Though what we saw in Two Towers was an alternative edit to hide one a very important Lord of the Rings character. But why exactly did Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson decide to alter Helm's Deep in the first place?

From the moment it was conceptualized, A Goofy Movie had to fight to get out from under the overbearing thumb of Disney executives.| But upon it's release, A Goofy Movie proved to be the right move at the right time. Dealing with creative conflict, budgetary constraints, and a disheartening lack of faith within Disney, A Goofy Movie proved that a little faith in a smaller movie can pay off huge in the long run.

Slow Motion in film used to be intentional, powerful, and story driven. Slow Motion was meant to shine light on emotion and impact for certain sequences. Though, in today's filmic landscape, Slow Motion has become more a gimmick than a story telling device. Whether it's every Matrix Ripoff attempting bullet time, or most of the Zack Snyder led DCEU, Slow Motion has inflated run times, and caused a slow death to an effect that used to mean something.

While many people consider Freaky Friday one of the best Body Swap movies ever made, the trope is a tale as old as time. Body Swap stories have been laced throughout history in novels, radio shows, television, and of course film. Freaky Friday may be the most memorable for most people, but movies like Jumanji, Freaky, and even Shazam give us new looks at this age old trope. But do we really need more Body Swap movies?