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The J.J. Abrams 'Skywalker' Cut and Why Studios Will Always Win
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The J.J. Abrams 'Skywalker' Cut and Why Studios Will Always Win

theringer.com Culture Movies 4 hours ago

Unsatisfied "Star Wars" diehards are demanding the release of a rumored original J.J. Abrams cut of "The Rise of Skywalker." Unfortunately for those fans, their pleas echo futile movements behind other past cultural institutions.

'You' Season 2's Greatest Strength Is Dragging Los Angeles
OOH LA LA

'You' Season 2's Greatest Strength Is Dragging Los Angeles

theringer.com Culture Tv 1 day ago

The travails of Penn Badgley's stalker haven't changed much, but his setting has, giving the show an opportunity to take aim at wellness weirdos, aspiring screenwriters, and people who shop at Erewhon.

Everything You Need To Know About The NFL's Head Coaching Candidates
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Everything You Need To Know About The NFL's Head Coaching Candidates

theringer.com Sports 2 days ago

The offseason carousel is in full swing and we have the guide you need to keep track of Mike McCarthy, Lincoln Riley, Eric Bieniemy and the other top coaching names.

20 Years Of 'The Talented Mr. Ripley'
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20 Years Of 'The Talented Mr. Ripley'

2 diggs theringer.com Culture Movies 1 week ago

Anthony Minghella's 1999 film adaptation, starring Matt Damon, Jude Law, Gwyneth Paltrow, and the coast of Italy, has become a cult classic (and a warning.)

How The Safdie Brothers Created The Hallucinatory World Of 'Uncut Gems'
A GEM OF A FILM

How The Safdie Brothers Created The Hallucinatory World Of 'Uncut Gems'

1 digg theringer.com Art Culture 1 week ago

How the Safdie brothers re-created — and embellished — a very specific slice of midtown, as told by their collaborators, stars and friends.

'Saturday Night Live' Was Dying. Then Eddie Murphy Showed Up
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'Saturday Night Live' Was Dying. Then Eddie Murphy Showed Up

1 digg theringer.com Histories Long Reads 2 weeks ago

With Mister Robinson himself returning to Studio 8H on Saturday, it's worth remembering how his arrival in 1980 changed the show's history

Big-Money Faith, Football And Forgiveness At Jerry Falwell Jr.'s Liberty University
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Big-Money Faith, Football And Forgiveness At Jerry Falwell Jr.'s Liberty University

2 diggs theringer.com Long Reads 2 weeks ago

The president helps him recruit. His coach and AD left their prior jobs amid scandal. He's a cable news staple. But can the bulwark of the religious right build evangelical Notre Dame by marrying theology, politics, and major college football?

'Football Is A Dark Place': The Oral History Of 'Any Given Sunday'
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'Football Is A Dark Place': The Oral History Of 'Any Given Sunday'

1 digg theringer.com Long Reads Culture 2 weeks ago

Twenty years ago, Oliver Stone set out to make the sports version of "Platoon," flanked by Al Pacino, Jamie Foxx and a whole lot of brash, righteous attitude.

The Biggest Unanswered Questions Left At The End Of 'Watchmen'
WHO IS LUBE MAN?

The Biggest Unanswered Questions Left At The End Of 'Watchmen'

1 digg theringer.com Culture Tv 2 weeks ago

Damon Lindelof hasn't a promised a second season, but if there is one, there's still plenty left to cover

How Is It Possible That Emperor Palpatine Is In 'The Rise of Skywalker'?
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How Is It Possible That Emperor Palpatine Is In 'The Rise of Skywalker'?

1 digg theringer.com Culture Movies 2 weeks ago

How could he have survived? Is he some kind of Sith poltergeist? Is he a clone? HOW UNLIMITED IS THIS DUDE'S POWER?

The Ringer's Definitive Holiday Songs Rankings
HOLIDAY KNOCKOUTS

The Ringer's Definitive Holiday Songs Rankings

theringer.com Culture Music 2 weeks ago

From Mariah Carey to Run-DMC to lots of Bing Crosby, we counted down our 50 favorite tunes for your merriment.

'I Think You Should Leave' Is The TV Show Of The Year Because It Has Good Show Ideas
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'I Think You Should Leave' Is The TV Show Of The Year Because It Has Good Show Ideas

theringer.com Entertainment Culture 2 weeks ago

After an abbreviated stint at "Saturday Night Live" and a little-seen Comedy Central series, Robinson could have faded into obscurity. Instead, he created the best sketch comedy show in years.

Are We Sure The Jedi Are Good?
WHICH SIDE ARE YOU ON

Are We Sure The Jedi Are Good?

theringer.com Culture Movies 2 weeks ago

As the final film in the third Star Wars trilogy, "The Rise of Skywalker" will have the last word on whether the Jedi are helpful or hurtful, necessary or dispensable.

For Better And Worse, 'Richard Jewell' Is Peak Clint Eastwood
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For Better And Worse, 'Richard Jewell' Is Peak Clint Eastwood

theringer.com Culture Histories 3 weeks ago

The tale of the man who found a bomb in an Atlanta park in 1996 fits with the director's late-era work as yet another film that revisits a moment in history — albeit with its mind already made up.

How 'Fleabag' Became The Defining Comedy Of 2019
ANATOMY OF A HIT

How 'Fleabag' Became The Defining Comedy Of 2019

theringer.com Long Reads Culture 3 weeks ago

The show's second season broke hearts, won Emmys, and cemented creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge as a generational star. Here, her 'Fleabag' colleagues trace the journey from 12-minute monologue to show of the year.

Marvel's Inevitable Takeover Was A Decade In The Making
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Marvel's Inevitable Takeover Was A Decade In The Making

2 diggs theringer.com Comics Long Reads 3 weeks ago

The MCU may have humbly started with Iron Man, but plans were always in place for the interconnected universe that would go on to redefine Hollywood in the 2010s.

The 35 Best Movie Performances Of 2019
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The 35 Best Movie Performances Of 2019

1 digg theringer.com Entertainment Culture 4 weeks ago

From obvious standouts like J.Lo and Joe Pesci to less-heralded performers like Jessie Buckley and, uh, CGI alligators, here are the most winning film roles of the year.

Making Sense Of James Harden, The NBA's Premier Heel
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Making Sense Of James Harden, The NBA's Premier Heel

theringer.com Sports 4 weeks ago

The Rockets superstar is pushing the boundaries of basketball — but he also attracts critics like no other player. When will fans ever agree on him?

The Best TV Episodes Of 2019
EPISODIC MEMORIES

The Best TV Episodes Of 2019

1 digg theringer.com Culture Tv 4 weeks ago

Amid the mass quantity of television this year, there was some genuine quality, from "Watchmen" to "The Bachelor" to "Barry."

Gym, Tan, Family: 10 Years With 'Jersey Shore'
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Gym, Tan, Family: 10 Years With 'Jersey Shore'

theringer.com Culture Histories 1 month ago

Through countless ups and downs, fist pumps and grenades, no show has come closer to capturing the complexities and nuances of real-life friendship

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