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Joe Allen

Joe Allen

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Joe Allen is a freelance writer based in upstate New York focused on movies and TV.

Brad Pitt as Jesse James sitting in a chair.

Like Horizon: An American Saga? Then watch these 3 great Westerns now

With stars like Christian Bale, Brad Pitt, and Russell Crowe, these three Westerns are great to watch if you liked Kevin Costner's Horizon: An American Saga.
Kevin Costner and Jennifer Garner in Draft Day.

3 underrated Kevin Costner movies you should watch right now

Horizon and Yellowstone star Kevin Costner is a prolific actor and director, and these are three of the most underrated movies of his career.
Two men spy from a car in The Limey.

3 underrated Amazon Prime Video movies you should watch this weekend (June 28-30)

From a riveting revenge thriller to a neo-noir set in high school, these Amazon Prime Video movies are the perfect way to spend a late June weekend.
A boy lays down next to a girl siting in a field.

3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (June 28-30)

These three shows are the perfect way to spend your weekend on Netflix.
Jonathan Majors and Idris Elba in The Harder They Fall.

5 great Netflix movies to watch on Juneteenth

These five movies on Netflix are the perfect way to reflect and celebrate on Juneteenth.
A man preps for battle in House of the Dragon season 2.

House of the Dragon season 2: Everything we know so far

Here's everything you need to know about House of the Dragon season 2, which premieres in June on HBO and Max.
Deadpool and Wolverine stand together in Deadpool & Wolverine.

7 movies we can’t wait to watch this summer

This summer movie season will be a strange one, but it does feature plenty of great titles.
The cast of The Suicide Squad standing in the jungle.

7 best pandemic-era movies, ranked

From two mind-bending sci-fi epics to a thrilling musical remake, these are seven of the best movies released in 2020 and 2021 during the pandemic era.
A man and a woman look at each other in Baby Reindeer.

5 great Netflix shows you should watch on Memorial Day weekend

From a charming teen rom-com to a disturbing tale of obsession, these great Netflix shows are the perfect ones to catch up with over Memorial Day.
Anya Taylor-Joy in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.

Like the Mad Max prequel Furiosa? Then stream these 3 great action movies right now

These three great action movies don't have Mad Max in them, but they offer the same vibe and thrills as Furiosa.
A woman points a dagger at a man in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

Check out this great movie before it leaves Amazon Prime Video next week

This Oscar-nominated epic from 2000 is leaving Amazon Prime Video next week, and now's the time to stream it before it's gone.
A woman looks at an AI interface in Atlas.

Like the Netflix sci-fi movie Atlas? Then watch these three great films now

From rogue AIs to a future dominated by robots, these three sci-fi movies have a lot in common with Atlas, the new Netflix movie starring Jennifer Lopez.
A bearded man looks ahead in Furiosa.

Like Furiosa? Then watch these 3 Chris Hemsworth action movies on Netflix now

Chris Hemsworth shines as Furiosa's main villain, and these three action movies on Netflix showcase the MCU actor's charisma and versatility.
A man looks away in Oppenheimer.

5 great Peacock movies you should watch on Memorial Day

Celebrate this Memorial Day weekend with these five great movies to stream on Peacock.
DEadpool and Wolverine stand next to each other in Deadpool & Wolverine.

Deadpool & Wolverine: Everything we know about the film formerly known as Deadpool 3

The film formerly known as Deadpool 3 has a new title: Deadpool & Wolverine. Now, we're sharing everything we know about it, including the first trailer.
Amy Adams in Arrival.

5 most shocking sci-fi movie endings ever, ranked

From an ear-splitting scream to a game-changing family bloodline reveal, these sci-fi movie endings still shock viewers years after they were released.
Two men stand in a submarine in The Hunt for Red October.

3 action movies on Max you need to watch in May 2024

From a classic Cold War thriller to a great modern sequel, these three action movies on Max prove that action can come in a bunch of different flavors.
A man looks at another man in Panic Room.

3 underrated Amazon Prime Video movies you should watch this weekend (May 17-19)

These underrated Amazon Prime Video movies will give you a sense of just how much there is to check out on the service.

Everything you need to know about Kevin Costner’s Horizon movies

Kevin Costner is betting big on his Horizon movies, which should appeal to Yellowstone fans. Here’s what we know about the plot, cast, and release date.
Adria Arjona and Glenn Powell in Hit Man.

5 Netflix movies we can’t wait to see this summer, ranked

From Eddie Murphy's return to an iconic role to an action comedy with Glen Powell, these five Netflix movies are the ones we're most excited for this summer.
Rachel Shenton and Nicholas Ralph in All Creatures Great and Small.

3 BritBox shows you should watch in May 2024

These three BritBox shows are the ideal way to get through the month of May.
Four people stand on a mountain in Sweet Tooth.

5 Netflix shows we can’t wait to see this summer, ranked

From a massively popular costume drama to a quirky sci-fi tale, these five Netflix TV shows are the ones we want to watch this summer.
A man riding a horse raises his arm in The Underground Railroad.

If you have to watch one Amazon Prime Video show this May, stream this one

This acclaimed 2021 Amazon Prime Video series is one of the best shows in the last 5 years, and should be streamed as soon as possible.
A man and a woman look at a strange object in Doctor Who.

Like the Doctor Who Disney+ reboot? Then watch these three sci-fi shows now

These three sci-fi shows are perfect for anyone who loves the newest version of Doctor Who.
Jude Law and the cast of Fantastic Beasts: The secrets of Dumbledore gather in a cave.

Everything you need to know about Fantastic Beasts 4

Fantastic Beasts 4 may or may not happen, but here's the potential release date, plot, and cast if the Harry Potter prequel moves forward.
Dana Andrews and Harold Russell in The Best Years of Our Lives.

If you have to watch one Peacock movie this May, stream this one

One of the most acclaimed films ever made, this drama is streaming on Peacock, and is the one movie you should watch on the streamer in May.
A man aims two guns in Shogun.

If you have to watch one Hulu show this May, stream this one

Hulu streams a lot of great shows, but this stands out as 2024's best series so far. Find out what is and why you should watch it.
Three people stand in the countryside in Bodkin.

Like the Netflix crime show Bodkin? Then watch these three mystery series now

The new Netflix series Bodkin is one of the best crime shows of the year, and we've picked three mystery series like it that you should stream right away.
A man raises his hands in May December.

If you have to watch one Netflix movie in May, stream this one right now

One of the most controversial movies of 2023 is now streaming on Netflix. Find out what it is and why you should watch it.
A man holds onto a truck in The Fall Guy.

Like The Fall Guy? Then watch these 3 action comedies now

These three action comedies will keep the good times rolliing after The Fall Guy.
Luke looking off into the binary sunset before dying in The Last Jedi.

If you have to watch one Star Wars movie this May the 4th, stream this one

On May the 4th, we recommend watching Star Wars: The Last Jedi, which is almost undoubtedly the most controversial entry in the saga.
Ella Purnell in the Fallout TV show.

Fallout is a huge hit. Watch these 3 great sci-fi shows on Amazon Prime Video now

Fallout is a huge success for Amazon Prime Video, and these three sci-fi shows are the best ones to watch next for more action and adventure.
A man puts his fists up and prepares for a fight.

Like Boy Kills World? Then watch these 3 extreme action movies now

From a cult Nicolas Cage movie to a 1980s John Carpenter classic, these three violent action movies have plenty in common with the new film Boy Kills World.
Two boys sit in an office in Dead Boy Detectives.

Like Netflix’s hit series Dead Boy Detectives? Then watch these 3 shows right now

If you like Netflix's hit series Dead Boy Detectives, then try watching these three shows that share similar themes and plots.