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Netflix's Stay Close Cast & Character Guide
A guide to all of the characters–and the talented actors bringing all of them to life–that viewers need to know about to enjoy Stay Close.

Why ER Ended After Season 15 (Was It Cancelled?)
After fifteen years on the air, ER ended with a big finale in 2009 - but, for many fans, the hospital drama show had already overstayed its welcome.

Matrix Resurrections Lawsuit Misunderstands The Movie's Real Problems
The new lawsuit completely ignores responsibility for Matrix 4's failure to connect with audiences on either an emotional or narrative level.

Lindsay Lohan's Netflix Christmas Movie Can Complete Her Career Comeback
The former child star has worked with everyone from Tina Fey to Paul Schrader. Now, for the first time, Lindsey Lohan is headed to streaming.

Does Jackass Forever Have An After Credits Scene?
Jackass Forever is all about keeping up with the times, but does that include the series adapting to the new normal of end-credits scenes?

All Of Us Are Dead: Does [SPOILER] Really Die? How They Could Be Alive
In a show full of zombies rising from beyond the grave, it might not be that hard to fathom a key character being able to do the same in season 2.

Home Team: The Real Sean Payton's Cameo Explained
The NFL coach only appears for a moment, but it ties up the movie in a heartfelt bow. Here's where keen-eyed audiences can spot Sean Payton.

Netflix's Royal Treatment Is In Princess Diaries' Universe - Theory Explained
A mention of the 2001 movie's fictional country of Genovia opens the door to one of the biggest cross-over events in Princess movie history.

Star Trek: How Many Ships Are In Starfleet (In Every Era)
Pinning down the exact size of Starfleet in each era is difficult, but the efforts of the dedicated Star Trek fanbase have made it easier to estimate.

Mission: Impossible 7's Fourth Delay Means It Could Be The Best M:I Movie Yet
It's easy to view Mission: Impossible 7's fourth release date delay as disappointing, but there are plenty of reasons to view the delay as a positive.

Scott Grimes' Flynn Is The Only NCIS: Red Character To Return To The Series
There was a whole ensemble cast of characters teased for the ill-fated NCIS spin-off. Flynn is the only one of the bunch to make a return to NCIS.

Doctor Who Should Keep One Chibnall Dalek Change
Chris Chibnall is departing as showrunner of Doctor Who; here is one upgrade he made to the villainous Daleks that the show should keep.

Grey’s Anatomy: Why The Show Made Amelia The Anti-House
TV medical dramas, like House, love to envision their doctors as being tortured by their own brilliance. Grey's Anatomy's Amelia inverts this trope.

Is Scream 2022 Streaming? When It'll Be Released Online For Free
The latest entry in the Scream movie saga made its way to audiences this month. When will fans be able to watch the latest horror flick at home?