The Immortal Kevin Fitzpatrick was born and raised in New York City, and that doesn't make sense. Kevin wears many hats, including actor, editor, and writer, but never yellow. The best things in life are Back to the Future, beets, Firefly and The Venture Bros. When not picking apart the minutia of pop culture in film and TV, Kevin can usually be found RIGHT BEHIND YOU.
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New ‘Stranger Things 2’ Clip Reveals What Happened to Eleven
No one knew for certain what happened to Eleven at the climax of Stranger Things; the character seemingly evaporating alongside the Demogorgon, but snacking on woodland Eggos months later. Now, see the immediate aftermath of Season 1 in a spoilery new clip from next Friday’s premiere.
Seth MacFarlane Reveals Inspiration for Harvey Weinstein Jab at 2013 Oscars
Seth MacFarlane was no one’s favorite Oscar host, but it’s telling of the breadth of Harvey Weinstein assault allegations that we’d revisit a joke from 2013. Now, MacFarlane steps up to reveal a troubling personal story behind his barb against Weinstein.
‘Stranger Things’ Goes ‘Friday the 13th’ With New Retro Trailer Tease
Ah, the perfect confluence of Stranger Things, ‘80s nostalgia and an actual Friday the 13th. Two weeks out from Season 2, Stranger Things promises a final trailer with a wonderfully retro new Friday the 13th-style promo.
‘Breaking Bad’ House Adds Iron Fence to Keep Out Overzealous Fans
There’s ample evidence of toxic fandom out there, and the Albuquerque homeowners of Breaking Bad have seen some of the worst of it. After one-too-many tourist invaders and pizzas to the roof, the owners have apparently erected a security fence to dissuade entitled fans.
‘SNL’ Pays Tribute to Las Vegas, Tom Petty With Jason Aldean Cold Open
Much as we saw last season, SNL took time at the top of the show to address a major tragedy with song. Watch this weekend’s cold open, as Las Vegas singer Jason Aldean pays tribute to lost lives with a special acknowledgement for Tom Petty.
‘SNL’ Season 43 Adds Three New Cast Members, Seven (!) New Writers
We knew changes were coming to SNL Season 43 after the departures of Vanessa Bayer, Bobby Moynihan and Sasheer Zamata, but these additions are real buzzer-beaters. Ahead of Saturday’s premiere, SNL welcomes Heidi Gardner, Luke Null and Chris Redd to the series, with more than double as many writers.
Jonah Hill Looks Like a ‘Maniac’ in First Netflix Series Photos
One doesn’t necessarily know what to expect of a Netflix dark comedy series from True Detective director Cary Fukunaga, but Jonah Hill in braids wasn’t high on that list. See the actor totally transformed for Netflix’s Maniac, in first photos alongside co-star Emma Stone.
Chappelle, Seinfeld and Netflix Comedians Invade ‘Stranger Things’ in New Ad
As if endless Netflix originals weren’t already frying our brains, we’re starting to see comedians in our favorite shows. Netflix took advantage of its comedy stable to put Dave Chappelle in Stranger Things, while Jerry Seinfeld advises Frank Underwood in a new crossover ad.
Is Tom Hanks Teasing David Pumpkins’ ‘SNL’ Season 43 Return?
In all the talk of SNL Season 42's breakout year and political impressions, poor David Pumpkins seems like a world gone-by. Tom Hanks briefly resurrected the character for the finale, but the actor might now be teasing a full return in Season 43. Any questions?
Sean Spicer Came Around on Melissa McCarthy’s ‘SNL’ Impression (And Wants Her Emmy)
Alec Baldwin’s Trump may be back for SNL Season 43, but Melissa McCarthy’s Sean Spicer is another matter. The actress won an Emmy portraying the ousted Press Secretary, who himself now tells Kimmel the bit was at least “kinda funny.” Will she share the gold in return?
Alec Baldwin Confirms Trump Will Return for ‘SNL’ Season 43 Premiere
We’ll find out this weekend whether Alec Baldwin’s SNL work nets him a yuge Emmy win, but the uncanny Trump impression will nonetheless remain front and center when Season 43 premieres. Baldwin confirms he’ll be back as early as September 30, and likely beyond.
‘Game of Thrones’ Season 7 Reportedly Pirated Over One Billion Times
We’re never surprised to see Game of Thrones topping the annual list of most-pirated series, but Season 7 might be a dragon of a different color. A new report suggests leaked episodes only helped the show’s piracy tally, ranking in with over a billion downloads.
‘The Simpsons’ Fired Its Main Composer After 27 Years
The Simpsons hasn’t had to replace any of its core voice cast just yet, but will nonetheless sound a bit different in Season 29. Longtime composer Alf Clausen was apparently let go from the series after nearly three decades, while the show pursues “a different kind of music.”
Meet ‘Jerry Before Seinfeld’ in New Netflix Standup Special Trailer
We’ve seen photos of Jerry Seinfeld’s first new Netflix comedy special, but as with any standup, it’s all about the delivery. See for yourself in a first trailer for Jerry Before Seinfeld, as the revered comedian revisits his past and younger material in new footage.
‘American Horror Story: Cult’ Confirms Lena Dunham Role, No Supernatural Elements
American Horror Story may have returned to more traditional teasing with Cult, but the FX drama has one major difference from past years. Ryan Murphy reveals that Season 7 will have no supernatural forces, while new details reveal Lena Dunham’s role and more.
‘SNL’ Sets Ryan Gosling to Host Season 43 Premiere
As SNL brings its summer Weekend Update to a close, we have our first official Season 43 host. Hide your replicants, as Blade Runner 2049 star and returning guest Ryan Gosling will host the late September premiere, joined by an iconic New York musical guest.
Seth Rogen Responds to ‘Preacher’ Outrage Over Biblical Sex Scene
It’s hard to say where exactly AMC’s Preacher would ruffle religious feathers, given the comic has satirized Christianity with gleeful aplomb since 1995. This past Monday’s “Dirty Little Secret” may have tipped the scales, as even the Catholic League is up in arms about an unholy sex scene.
Tina Fey Returns to ‘SNL,’ Screams Into Cake for ‘Weekend Update’
SNL will have missed out on a lifetime of news by the time Season 43 premieres this fall, but Weekend Update is doing its best to catch up. And who better to sum things up than beloved former anchor Tina Fey, who drops by to stress-eat over the weekend’s events, and scream into some cake?
Jason Bateman’s Netflix ‘Ozark’ Renewed for Season 2
Netflix may be a little stricter with its renewal policies these days, but Ozark isn’t done laundering money just yet. The Jason Bateman-Laura Linney drama is officially headed back to the Lake with a second season order.
‘Scandal’ Creator Shonda Rhimes Moves to Netflix in Major Deal
If you thought Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal creator Shonda Rhimes had carte blanche at ABC, wait until you see her on Netflix. The famed Shondaland has officially gone streaming with a major new Netflix development deal that’s bound to have ABC reeling.