Russell Brand Pleads Not Guilty to Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
The comedian, actor and YouTuber is now scheduled to face a trial in June 2026.
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When the Whole Country Watched a Nuclear War Movie at Once
The 1983 ABC movie “The Day After” was a landmark moment that proved contentious even before it aired, as a new documentary shows.
The Best True Crime to Stream: Dramatizations That Deliver
Across television, film and podcast, here are four picks that successfully give well-known true-crime stories the scripted treatment.
How Mia Threapleton Created Her Deadpan Nun in ‘The Phoenician Scheme’
Mia Threapleton is Kate Winslet’s daughter but she’s intent on making her own way in Hollywood. That includes her deadpan nun in “The Phoenician Scheme.”
Is the Four Seasons Mattress Worth Five Stars?
We put the buzzy bed to the test.
Our Favorite Smart Grill Thermometer is Finally on Sale
It takes the guesswork out of grilling and Father's Day gifting.
How the Hell to Pick a Sofa On the Internet
Our furniture expert makes the labyrinthian process simple.
‘Karate Kid: Legends’ Review: The Student Becomes the Teacher
The latest installment to the long-running franchise is a messy entry that tries to throw too many legacies into a blender.
‘Ghost Trail’ Review: A Cat and Mouse Thriller
A hypnotizing Adam Bessa anchors this tale about a Syrian refugee living in France who believes he has found the man who tortured him.
‘Tornado’ Review: She Wants Revenge
In the title role, the singer-songwriter Koki is both charming and indomitable as she goes after a band of thieves led by Sugarman (Tim Roth).