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1. Bones and All (2022)
R | 131 min | Drama, Horror, Romance
A young woman embarks on a 1000 mile odyssey through America where she meets a disenfranchised drifter. But all roads lead back to their terrifying pasts and to a final stand that will determine whether love can survive their otherness.
Director: Luca Guadagnino | Stars: Timothée Chalamet, Taylor Russell, Mark Rylance, Kendle Coffey
Votes: 59,195
2. The Interview (II) (2014)
R | 112 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
Dave Skylark and his producer Aaron Rapaport run the celebrity tabloid show "Skylark Tonight". When they land an interview with a surprise fan, North Korean dictator Jong-Un Kim, they are recruited by the CIA to assassinate him.
Directors: Evan Goldberg, Seth Rogen | Stars: James Franco, Seth Rogen, Randall Park, Lizzy Caplan
Votes: 355,842 | Gross: $6.11M
3. The Goldfinch (2019)
R | 149 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A boy in New York is taken in by a wealthy family after his mother is killed in a bombing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. In a rush of panic, he steals 'The Goldfinch', a painting that eventually draws him into a world of crime.
Director: John Crowley | Stars: Oakes Fegley, Ansel Elgort, Nicole Kidman, Jeffrey Wright
Votes: 27,139 | Gross: $5.33M
4. Bros (I) (2022)
R | 115 min | Comedy, Romance
Two men with commitment problems attempt a relationship.
Director: Nicholas Stoller | Stars: Billy Eichner, Luke Macfarlane, Guy Branum, Miss Lawrence
Votes: 35,349
5. Brick (2005)
R | 110 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A teenage loner pushes his way into the underworld of a high school crime ring to investigate the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend.
Director: Rian Johnson | Stars: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Lukas Haas, Emilie de Ravin, Meagan Good
Votes: 110,194 | Gross: $2.06M
6. Mazes and Monsters (1982 TV Movie)
PG | 101 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Bound together by a desire to play "Mazes and Monsters," Robbie and his three college classmates decide to move the board game into the local legendary cavern.
Director: Steven Hilliard Stern | Stars: Tom Hanks, Wendy Crewson, David Wysocki, Chris Makepeace
Votes: 4,325
7. The Great Gilly Hopkins (2015)
PG | 99 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
12-year-old wisecracking Gilly Hopkins finds herself shuffled from foster home to foster home until she meets Maime Trotter.
Director: Stephen Herek | Stars: Sophie Nélisse, Kathy Bates, Glenn Close, Octavia Spencer
Votes: 5,320
8. The Most Reluctant Convert (2021)
73 min | Biography, Drama, History
Spanning C.S. Lewis' bitter childhood, WWI and his life-changing friendships at Oxford, The Most Reluctant Convert depicts the events that shaped Lewis' early life and journey from hard-boiled atheism to prolific Christianity.
Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Max McLean, Nicholas Ralph, Eddie Ray Martin, Richard Harrington
Votes: 1,095
9. Listen Up Philip (2014)
Not Rated | 108 min | Comedy, Drama
When a self-obsessed novelist (Jason Schwartzman) has problems with his novel and his girlfriend (Elisabeth Moss), he seeks refuge in his mentor's cottage where the peace and quiet allow him to focus on his favorite subject - himself.
Director: Alex Ross Perry | Stars: Jason Schwartzman, Elisabeth Moss, Jonathan Pryce, Krysten Ritter
Votes: 6,983 | Gross: $0.14M
10. Adventures of Rufus: The Fantastic Pet (2020)
PG | 82 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Scott and Emily are at his grandmother's home when they suddenly discover a mysterious creature. They have a mission: with the help of an ancient spell book, they'll gather some ingredients to make a magic dust to save their world.
Director: Ryan Bellgardt | Stars: Kyler Charles Beck, Cory Phillips, Leah N.H. Philpott, Madelyn Kientz
Votes: 1,089
11. C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert (2018 Video)
77 min | Biography, Drama, History
Filmed before a live audience, C.S. Lewis Onstage chronicles the famed author's reluctant journey from atheism to Christianity from his tumultuous youth to his harrowing service in WWI and professorship at Oxford.
Directors: Ken Denison, Max McLean | Star: Max McLean
Votes: 53
12. The Lord of the Rings Superfans Review the Rings of Power Official Teaser Trailer (2022 Video)
Short
Star: Chanel Williams
Votes: 142
13. The Narnia Code (2009 TV Movie)
59 min | Documentary, Drama
Documentary examining claims that CS Lewis's Narnia Chronicles contain a hidden meaning. CS Lewis wrote the Narnia Chronicles over 50 years ago, yet they are more popular today than ever. ... See full summary »
Director: Norman Stone | Stars: James Cosmo, Michael Ward
Votes: 37
14. My Name Is Lisa (2007)
Not Rated | 6 min | Short, Drama
13 year old Lisa deals with her mother's Alzheimer's disease.
Director: Ben Shelton | Stars: Carlie Nettles, Sally Smythe, Jeff Grimm
Votes: 479
15. Mieszko Minkiewicz: Dorosly facet (2022 TV Special)
67 min | Comedy
Director: Mieszko Minkiewicz | Stars: Pawel Konkiel, Mieszko Minkiewicz
16. A Work in Progress (1996 Video)
222 min
Neil's eternal apprenticeship to the art of drumming continues as he perfects his technique, featuring the music from Test for Echo.
Directors: Paul Siegel, Rob Wallis | Stars: Neil Peart, Geddy Lee
Votes: 30
17.
The Styxhexenhammer666 Channel (2010– )
Episode:
Republicans in Congress Abandon the Second Amendment: Not Like They Hadn't Years Ago
(2017)
13 min | News
Styx argues that Republicans are not, and never have been, pro-gun; they're merely pro-status quo on the issue.
Star: Styxhexenhammer666
18.
Vee (2009– )
Episode:
Jim Carrey Wants YOU to Say YES to Socialism
(2018)
17 min | News
Star: Vee
19. What Pisses Me Off About Harvey Weinstein's Sexual Harassment Allegations (2017 Video)
35 min | Short, News, Talk-Show
The New York Times reveals allegations against Harvey Weinstein, dating from 1990, that he sexually harasses women.
Star: Stefan Molyneux
20. J.R.R. Tolkien: Origins of Middle-Earth (2003 Video)
30 min | Documentary, Short
Director: Michael Pellerin | Stars: Brian Sibley, Colin Duriez, Rayner Unwin, Tom Shippey
Votes: 111
22. While Society Collapses (2017 Video)
57 min | Talk-Show
Stefan Molyneux talks a caller who needs relief from his anxiety about the self-destruction of Europe.
Stars: Stefan Molyneux, Mike M. DeMarco
23. Prochtenie (2019)
28 min | Short, Drama
There was no one inside him, nothing but a trace of chill, a dream dreamt by no one else behind the face that looks like no other face (even in the bad paintings of the period) and the ... See full summary »
Director: Yuri Sarycheff | Star: Alexey Artyomov
Votes: 13
24. Sword Expert Reacts to the Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2022 Video)
19 min | Documentary, Short, Action
Matt Easton, a medieval sword fighting expert, reacts to "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers". How realistic is the Battle of Helm's Deep? Easton examines the iconic Battle of the ... See full summary »
Star: Matt Easton
25. The Postmodernism Debate (2017 Video)
115 min | Talk-Show
Stefan Molyneux and the scholar and podcaster Thaddeus Russell debate on the subject of postmodernism.
Stars: Thaddeus Russell, Stefan Molyneux
26. Rifftrax Live: Hobgoblins (2021)
TV-14 | 117 min | Comedy
Back in the era of Mystery Science Theater 3000, Hobgoblins nearly destroyed Mike and the Bots. But the combined powers of Bill, Mike and Kevin will turn this wretched chunk of cheese into comedy gold.
Director: Don Carr | Stars: Bill Corbett, Kevin Murphy, Michael J. Nelson
Votes: 35
27. Philosophy of Envy (2017 Video)
20 min | Short, Talk-Show
Envy can be constructive or it can be pathological, argues Stefan Molyneux.
Star: Stefan Molyneux
28. The Lord of the Rings: Real World Parallels (2017 Video)
66 min | Talk-Show
Stefan Molyneux and Dr. Duke Pesta discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" books and the parallels they have to the real world.
Stars: Duke Pesta, Stefan Molyneux
29. The Heavens Are Telling the Glory of God: The Theological Imagination of CS Lewis (2013 Video)
61 min
Star: Michael Ward
30. The Forbidden Practices (2009 Video)
108 min | Documentary
Pastor Mike reveals what the King James Bible says about the Forbidden Practices; witchcraft, astrology, divination and enchantments.
Star: Michael Hoggard
31. Saurom: Mester de Juglaría (2021 Music Video)
9 min | Short, Music
Music video for the song Mester de Juglaría by Saurom for the eponymous album.
Director: Daniel López | Stars: Miguel Ángel Franco, Raúl Rueda, Santi L. Carrasco, Josele Gallardo
32.
Making the Movie (2001–2006)
Episode:
Making the Movie: The Lord of the Rings
(2002)
30 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
A behind-the-scenes look through interviews and documentary footage of the making of the first installment of The Lord of Rings, "The Fellowship of the Ring."
Director: Natalia Garcia | Stars: Elijah Wood, Orlando Bloom, Sean Astin, Sean Bean
Votes: 221
33.
National Geographic Explorer (1985– )
Episode:
Beyond the Movie: The Lord of the Rings
(2001)
Unrated | 60 min | Documentary, History
A look at the background for Tolkien's mythology, hence the movie's mythology.
Director: Lisa Kors | Stars: Phil Crowley, John Howe, Peter McHugh, Oliver Muirhead
Votes: 648
34.
Midsomer Murders (1997– )
Episode:
Judgement Day
(2000)
TV-14 | 99 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
When a local thief and womanizer is killed with a pitchfork, the residents of Midsomer Mallow fear for their chances in the Perfect Village Competition.
Director: Jeremy Silberston | Stars: John Nettles, Daniel Casey, Jane Wymark, Laura Howard
Votes: 1,363
35.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 (1988–1999)
Episode:
The Final Sacrifice
(1998)
Unrated | 92 min | Comedy, Sci-Fi
It's "Canada Bashing Day" on the SOL in every respect between progressive world domination and bizarre looting.
Director: Kevin Murphy | Stars: Bill Corbett, Patrick Brantseg, Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy
Votes: 1,067
36.
StarTalk (2015– )
Episode:
Author George R.R. Martin
(2019)
TV-PG | 46 min | Talk-Show
Neil deGrasse Tyson explores the science and history behind the epic series Game of Thrones featuring his interview with George R.R. Martin.
Director: Peter Fackler | Stars: Neil deGrasse Tyson, Matt Kirshen, Racha Kirakosian, George R.R. Martin
Votes: 17
37.
Spise med Price (2008– )
Episode:
Sverige
(2019)
44 min | Documentary
Stars: Adam Price, James Price, Birgitta Hörberg, Stefan Hörberg
39.
Young Sheldon (2017–2024)
Episode:
Hobbitses, Physicses and a Ball With Zip
(2019)
TV-PG | 18 min | Comedy
Sheldon is forced to take a break from science when his new obsession with "The Lord of the Rings" leads to an unhealthy habit. Also, Missy asks George Sr. to teach her how to play catch.
Director: Jaffar Mahmood | Stars: Iain Armitage, Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Montana Jordan
Votes: 1,220
40.
The Great British Menu (2006– )
Episode:
Central - Starter & Fish Courses
(2020)
59 min | Reality-TV
Chefs from Derby, Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent and Nottingham compete as the heats begin for the central region. This year's theme is British Children's Literature and the chefs are asked to make dishes honouring children's fantasy fiction.
Directors: Dan Bridger, Francois Gandolfi, Rachael Martin, Arjun Singh Panam | Stars: Susan Calman, Paul Ainsworth, Sally Abé, Alex Claridge
Votes: 7
41.
Nostalgia Critic (2007– )
Episode:
Dolittle
(2020)
TV-14 | 24 min | Comedy
The Nostalgia Critic reviews Dolittle, the 2020 family film starring Robert Downey Jr.
Director: Doug Walker | Stars: Doug Walker, Malcolm Ray, Tamara Chambers, Rob Walker
Votes: 47
42.
Nostalgia Critic (2007– )
Episode:
The Animated Lord of the Rings
(2020)
TV-MA | 40 min | Comedy
Everyone knows the Peter Jackson version, but years earlier animation director Ralph Bakshi gave his unique take on the famous story. Is it worth looking up? Yes...for the most part. The ... See full summary »
Director: Doug Walker | Stars: Doug Walker, Tamara Chambers, Rob Walker, Malcolm Ray
Votes: 34
43.
The Five (2011– )
Episode:
Episode dated 17 July 2020
(2020)
Not Rated | 60 min | Talk-Show
Stars: Jesse Watters, Dana Perino, Juan Williams, Emily Compagno
44.
Impossible (2017–2021)
Episode:
Episode #7.7
(2020)
44 min | Game-Show
Rick Edwards hosts the game show in which each of the multiple choice questions has three possible answers - one correct, one incorrect and one that is simply impossible.
Director: Derek Hallworth | Star: Rick Edwards
45.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015– )
Episode:
Stephen Colbert's Return to New Zealand: A Magical World Where Hugs Still Happen
(2020)
TV-PG | Comedy, Talk-Show
Stephen travels to New Zealand;
Director: Jake Plunkett | Stars: Stephen Colbert, Jon Batiste, Stay Human
Votes: 21
46.
Inspector Lewis (2006–2015)
Episode:
Allegory of Love
(2009)
TV-PG | 93 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The fabulously successful Oxford-based fantasy novelist seems to Lewis to be the key to solving the bizarre murder of a beautiful woman with a mirror.
Director: Bill Anderson | Stars: Katia Winter, Tom Mison, Louise Dylan, Olly Alexander
Votes: 758
47.
Ryan Reeves (2014–2018)
Episode:
The Vikings
(2014)
31 min | Documentary, History
The decline of the Roman Empire left a power vacuum in Europe that lead to the formation of empires one of which was the Viking realm in Scandanavia. Circa 700 A. D. a period of Viking ... See full summary »
Star: Ryan Reeves
48.
Lost Girl (2010–2016)
Episode:
Where There's a Will, There's a Fae
(2010)
TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
Bo agrees to help a will-o'-the-wisp find the person who stole his treasure in exchange for information on her birth-parents. More is revealed of the world of the Fae, including some ... See full summary »
Director: Robert Lieberman | Stars: Anna Silk, Kris Holden-Ried, Ksenia Solo, K.C. Collins
Votes: 479
49.
New Discourses (2020– )
Forging the Woke One Ring: Kimberlé Crenshaw's "Mapping the Margins"
(2021 Podcast Episode)
71 min
In the first of two lectures, James Lindsay gives a detailed analysis and critique of Kimberlé Crenshaw's influential paper on intersectionality, "Mapping the Margins."
Star: James Lindsay
50.
South Park (1997– )
Episode:
The Big Fix
(2022)
TV-MA | 22 min | Animation, Comedy
Stan is horrified to realize that he has misinterpreted some of the greatest writing of all time.
Director: Trey Parker | Stars: Trey Parker, Matt Stone, April Stewart, Kimberly Brooks
Votes: 2,443