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

Daniel Craig in Skyfall

3 movies leaving Netflix by August 1 that you need to watch now

From one of the best James Bond movies ever to a rom-com about love and home cooking, these are the best movies leaving Netflix at the beginning of August.
Samuel L. Jackson stares in the air in Secret Invasion.

The 7 best characters in Secret Invasion, ranked

These are the best characters in Secret Invasion, from familiar Marvel players like S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Nick Fury to total newbies like the Skrull G'iah.
Robert Pattinson as the Dark Knight in red promo art for The Batman.

5 superhero movies and TV shows on Max that are perfect to watch in the summer

From The Batman to Watchmen, these superhero movies and TV shows on Max are the perfect things to watch during the lazy days of summer.
The captain stares out the window at the sun in Sunshine.

7 obscure sci-fi movies from the 2000s you need to watch now

From two forgotten Christian Bale movies to the first Pitch Black, these are the most obscure sci-fi movies from the 2000s that are worth checking out.
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Christopher Nolan should direct a James Bond movie. Here’s why

Christopher Nolan has always been influenced by James Bond, but what would a Nolan Bond movie look like? And who would he cast as 007?
Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Chloe Grace Moretz in Kick-Ass.

5 comic book movies and TV shows on Hulu that are perfect to watch in the summer

From the trippy X-Men show Legion to the comedic Kick-Ass movies, these are the best comic book movies and TV shows to catch on Hulu this summer.
A banner for "San Diego Comic-Con."

10 biggest celebrities ever to visit SDCC

From Tom Cruise to Keanu Reeves, these celebrities are the biggest names who ever dropped by Comic-Con.
Andrew Garfield poses as Spider-Man at San Diego Comic Con.

The best San Diego Comic-Con panels ever

From Harrison Ford getting arrested to Andrew Garfield cosplaying as Spider-Man, the best SDCC panels offer surprises that are rare even at Comic-Con.
A banner for "San Diego Comic-Con."

Where to watch San Diego Comic-Con 2023

San Diego Comic-Con is upon us yet again, but is it possible to watch the 2023 edition online? Digital Trends has all the answers for you.
Sean Connery as James Bond in Dr. No.

The 7 best movie spies, ranked

In honor of Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 1 hitting theaters this weekend, DT ranks the best movie spies in the history of cinema.
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Is Insidious a better horror movie franchise than The Conjuring?

Insidious and The Conjuring are two excellent horror movie franchises, but which one is better? DT breaks down all the pros and cons to each and picks a winner.
Patrick Wilson in Insidious: The Red Door.

Insidious: The Red Door’s ending, explained

The Lamberts are back, but how does their story end in the final Insidious movie? DT explains the ending to Insidious: The Red Door.
The cast of Star Wars.

The 10 most popular summer movies of all time, ranked by box office gross

From Spielberg's deadly shark in Jaws to the MCU heroes in Avengers: Endgame, we rank the 10 most popular summer movies of all time by their box office gross.
Han Solo and Indiana Jones side by side.

Han Solo vs. Indiana Jones: Which one is Harrison Ford’s greatest role?

Harrison Ford has had two iconic roles over the course of his career, but which one comes out on top: Han Solo or Indiana Jones? We investigate and pick a winner!
Iron Man/Tony Stark

5 most intelligent MCU characters, ranked

From a billionaire playboy to a talking raccoon, the MCU is filled with smart characters, but these are the heroes that rise to the top.
Three Spider-Men point at each other in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Which multiverse is better: Marvel or DC?

In the battle of the multiverses, Marvel and DC reign supreme. With The Flash and Across the Spider-Verse now playing, DT investigates which one is better.
Prisoners

This 2013 Hugh Jackman movie is popular on Netflix. Here’s why you should watch it

This 2013 thriller starring Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal is one of the most popular movies on Netflix right now. Here's why you should watch it.
Coach Beard, Ted, and Nate in "Ted Lasso."

This Tom Hanks movie reminds me of Ted Lasso. Here’s why you should watch it

Ted Lasso was a show about kindness, and this underrated 2019 movie starring Tom Hanks is perfect for fans who already miss the hit Apple TV+ series.
Loki and Mobius look at something in Loki.

Everything we know about Loki season 2

Loki's second season is almost upon us, so here's everything we know about what's coming in the hit Disney+ Marvel series.
The Simpsons on Disney+

The 10 best Simpsons episodes ever, ranked

The best Simpsons episodes are chock-full of jokes, but also tell a compelling story. We rank the 10 best Simpsons episodes ever.
The title logo for Avengers: Secret Wars.

Everything we know about Avengers: Secret Wars

Here's everything we know about Avengers: Secret Wars, the movie that will cap off phase 6 of the MCU.
Dazed and Confused

This ’90s classic is still the best summer movie ever

There have been plenty of great summer movies over the years, but this 1993 classic remains the best of the bunch.
Pennywise the clown in It Chapter Two

The 7 best villains in Stephen King movies, ranked

From It's Pennywise to The Boogeyman's Boogeyman, Stephen King has created many memorable villains. We rank the 7 best in all of King's adapted movies.
A man and a woman talk in Silo.

2023’s best sci-fi show is on Apple TV+. Here’s why you should watch it right now

Silo isn't just one of the best shows on Apple TV+, it's one of the best sci-fi shows on TV. Here's 5 reasons why you should watch it.
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Netflix is now streaming one of 2023’s best thrillers. Here’s why you should watch it

Missing is the most popular movie on Netflix right now. Here's why so many people are checking it out.
The Big Bang Theory and The Office

The Office vs. The Big Bang Theory: which one is the better sitcom?

The Office and The Big Bang Theory are both great sitcoms, but which one is better? Digital Trends weighs the pros and cons to both shows.
Four guys float in a river in Everybody Wants Some!!!

7 great movies to watch in the summer

From Dirty Dancing to Wet Hot American Summer, these movies keep the summer vibes rolling with the comfort of air conditioning.
Mariana Treviño shows a drawing to Tom Hanks in A Man Called Otto.

A Man Called Otto is a hit on Netflix. Here are 3 reasons why it’s so popular

A Man Called Otto has is now streaming on Netflix and is a massive hit. Here's why so many subscribers love the Tom Hanks movie.
Anakin and Ahsoka in The Clone Wars.

Ewoks, Clone Wars, and The Bad Batch: all the Star Wars animated shows, ranked

With Star Wars: Visions season 2 a hit on Disney+, we rank all the Star Wars animated shows, from worst to best.
Jennifer Lopez points a gun while in front of her motorcycle in The Mother.

5 best female-led action movies like Netflix’s The Mother

Netflix is adding a new female-led action movie to the canon with The Mother, so here are some others that are worth your time.
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The 7 best Star Wars vehicles ever, ranked

Great Star Wars vehicles are an essential part of the franchise and these 7 rank as among the best across movies, TV shows, and animation.
John Wick Jason Bourne

John Wick vs. Jason Bourne: who would win in a fight to the death?

John Wick and Jason Bourne are two of our great action heroes, but who would win in a fight between them?
Star-Lord and Gamora talk in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

Please, Marvel, don’t make a Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 4

The Guardians of the Galaxy movies have built their own legacy, but it's one that should end with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
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Han Solo is the best sci-fi character ever. Here’s why

Han Solo is one of the greatest characters in Star Wars history, and also one of the best sci-fi characters ever. Here are 5 reasons why Han is a sci-fi king.