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Director Yorgos Lanthimos' latest is about cousins who kidnap a CEO, convinced she's an alien.

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Mel Brooks' comedy classic came out in 1974. Today, we listen back to archival interviews with Young Frankenstein actors Gene Wilder, Teri Garr, Cloris Leachman and Peter Boyle — plus Brooks himself.

Mel Brooks' comedy classic came out in 1974. Today, we listen back to archival interviews with Young Frankenstein actors Gene Wilder, Teri Garr, Cloris Leachman and Peter Boyle — plus Brooks himself.

A new film directed by Kathryn Bigelow wonders how the U.S. would react to a nuclear missile launch of undetermined origin heading its way.

A new film directed by Kathryn Bigelow wonders how the U.S. would react to a nuclear missile launch of undetermined origin heading its way.

In this wickedly funny dark comedy, Emma Stone stars as a high-powered CEO who gets kidnapped by a low-ranking employee, played by Jesse Plemons, who believes she's an alien from outer space.

In this wickedly funny dark comedy, Emma Stone stars as a high-powered CEO who gets kidnapped by a low-ranking employee, played by Jesse Plemons, who believes she's an alien from outer space.

From the supernatural to the slightly-too-realistic, it's been a banner year for scary movies, many of which are available to stream from home this Halloween.

From the supernatural to the slightly-too-realistic, it's been a banner year for scary movies, many of which are available to stream from home this Halloween. (Image credit: Warner Bros. Pictures)

DaCosta has directed blockbusters like Candyman and The Marvels. Her latest is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's 1891 play, Hedda Gabler, recasting the main character as a queer, mixed-race Black woman.

DaCosta has directed blockbusters like Candyman and The Marvels. Her latest is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's 1891 play, Hedda Gabler, recasting the main character as a queer, mixed-race Black woman.

An unemployed cabinet maker robs the local art museum — then finds himself plunged into a world of cops and gangsters and life on the run. The Mastermind is a sad movie that gets stronger as it goes.

An unemployed cabinet maker robs the local art museum — then finds himself plunged into a world of cops and gangsters and life on the run. The Mastermind is a sad movie that gets stronger as it goes.

Crowe was just 15 years old when he became a music journalist in 1973. He had to talk his mom into letting him go on the road with bands. He chronicles his adventures in his new memoir, The Uncool.

Crowe was just 15 years old when he became a music journalist in 1973. He had to talk his mom into letting him go on the road with bands. He chronicles his adventures in his new memoir, The Uncool. (Image credit: Neal Preston)

All Things Considered producers Avery Keatley and Marc Rivers talk about movies that capture the eerie spirit of Halloween without the blood, gore, or jump scares.

All Things Considered producers Avery Keatley and Marc Rivers talk about movies that capture the eerie spirit of Halloween without the blood, gore, or jump scares.

The vintage movie venue was destroyed this week as part of the Trump administration's plan to build a new $300 million ballroom. Former President Bill Clinton called it the office's "best perk."

The vintage movie venue was destroyed this week as part of the Trump administration's plan to build a new $300 million ballroom. Former President Bill Clinton called it the office's "best perk." (Image credit: The White House)

Fresh Air is nationally recognized as setting the standard for long-form audio interviews. "There's nothing out there quite like Fresh Air with Terry Gross," said TV host Stephen Colbert as he presented the program with its second Peabody Award.

Mel Brooks' comedy classic came out in 1974. Today, we listen back to archival interviews with Young Frankenstein actors Gene Wilder, Teri Garr, Cloris Leachman and Peter Boyle — plus Brooks himself.

Mel Brooks' comedy classic came out in 1974. Today, we listen back to archival interviews with Young Frankenstein actors Gene Wilder, Teri Garr, Cloris Leachman and Peter Boyle — plus Brooks himself.

In this wickedly funny dark comedy, Emma Stone stars as a high-powered CEO who gets kidnapped by a low-ranking employee, played by Jesse Plemons, who believes she's an alien from outer space.

In this wickedly funny dark comedy, Emma Stone stars as a high-powered CEO who gets kidnapped by a low-ranking employee, played by Jesse Plemons, who believes she's an alien from outer space.

In a New Yorker article co-published with ProPublica, reporter Andy Kroll describes Russell Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, as a "shadow president" with oversized influence.

In a New Yorker article co-published with ProPublica, reporter Andy Kroll describes Russell Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, as a "shadow president" with oversized influence.

DaCosta has directed blockbusters like Candyman and The Marvels. Her latest is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's 1891 play, Hedda Gabler, recasting the main character as a queer, mixed-race Black woman.

DaCosta has directed blockbusters like Candyman and The Marvels. Her latest is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's 1891 play, Hedda Gabler, recasting the main character as a queer, mixed-race Black woman.

Oh took the fast track to jazz prominence, emerging on the scene in the 2000s and becoming the bass player in bands led by Pat Metheny and Vijay Iyer. Her new album is a look back at her early work.

Oh took the fast track to jazz prominence, emerging on the scene in the 2000s and becoming the bass player in bands led by Pat Metheny and Vijay Iyer. Her new album is a look back at her early work.

An unemployed cabinet maker robs the local art museum — then finds himself plunged into a world of cops and gangsters and life on the run. The Mastermind is a sad movie that gets stronger as it goes.

An unemployed cabinet maker robs the local art museum — then finds himself plunged into a world of cops and gangsters and life on the run. The Mastermind is a sad movie that gets stronger as it goes.

Apatow began collecting autographs and memorabilia when he was 10 — and he never stopped. He shares decades of photographs, letters, scripts and journals in a new memoir.

Apatow began collecting autographs and memorabilia when he was 10 — and he never stopped. He shares decades of photographs, letters, scripts and journals in a new memoir.

The Netflix drama series stars Keri Russell as a career American diplomat. The new season is full of unexpected developments — including a cliffhanger that our critic never saw coming.

The Netflix drama series stars Keri Russell as a career American diplomat. The new season is full of unexpected developments — including a cliffhanger that our critic never saw coming.

Crowe was just 15 years old when he became a music journalist in 1973. He had to talk his mom into letting him go on the road with bands. He chronicles his adventures in his new memoir, The Uncool.

Crowe was just 15 years old when he became a music journalist in 1973. He had to talk his mom into letting him go on the road with bands. He chronicles his adventures in his new memoir, The Uncool. (Image credit: Neal Preston)

Malala Yousafzai writes about her life at Oxford and beyond in Finding My Way. David Bianculli reviews Mr. Scorsese. Burns' American Revolution docuseries includes voices the founders overlooked.

Malala Yousafzai writes about her life at Oxford and beyond in Finding My Way. David Bianculli reviews Mr. Scorsese. Burns' American Revolution docuseries includes voices the founders overlooked. (Image credit: Rinaldo Sata)

'TODAY's Willie Geist gives ET all the secrets behind his Wayne Newton Halloween costume and jokes about why his 16-year-old son probably won't try to steal his look.

Happy Halloween! ET meets up with Raising Cane's owner and founder Todd Graves at the brand's forthcoming Hollywood location as he unveils one of the biggest jack-o'-lanterns in the country. The 2,518-Lb. jack-o'-lantern weighs as much as 20,000 Cane's chicken fingers! Sponsored by Raising Cane's.

'TODAY's Sheinelle Jones tells ET all the secrets behind her transformation into Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' for Halloween! The mother of three also shares what her kids plan to dress up as, and the costume she vetoed!

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Savannah Guthrie and Jenna Bush Hager chat with ET after 'TODAY's Halloween episode. The TV anchors detail (in character!) how they transformed into Meryl Streep's Miranda Priestly and 'Vogue' boss Anna Wintour for a 'Devil Wears Prada'-inspired coordinated costume.

Demi Lovato embraces the infamous Poot Lovato meme 10 years later, by dressing up as the viral meme for Halloween 2025. It all started in 2015, when a Photoshopped image of Lovato went viral. The user who created the photo also made up a backstory that the photo wasn’t Lovato, but instead, her evil twin sister named Poot who was locked away in a basement. In honor of Demi’s latest album, ‘It’s Not That Deep,’ the singer decided to dress as Poot for Halloween 2025.

'TODAY' anchor Craig Melvin gives ET the inside scoop on how his full-out Prince Halloween costume came to be, admitting it’s his first time wearing heels! Plus, Craig shares what it’s like dressing up for the annual event without Hoda Kotb by his side, since she departed the show earlier this year.

'TODAY' anchor Dylan Dreyer gives ET the inside scoop on her dramatic 'Jersey Boys' Halloween transformation. She admits her three son didn't recognize her in costume!

Addison Rae and music producer Omer Fedi have broken up after four years of dating. An ET source says there's 'no bad blood' between the two and Addison wants to 'focus on her career right now and can’t have any distractions.'

Neve Campbell chats with ET’s Kevin Frazier on the set of ‘Scream 7,’ in theaters on Feb. 27. The actress reacts to being a part of the franchise for 30 years and shares what fans can expect from Sindey Prescott’s return in ‘Scream 7.’

The 'Love Is Blind' cast chats with ET and takes sides on Kacie and Patrick's engagement ring war at the season 9 reunion, which aired on Netflix. The pair split after Patrick proposed but before they walked down the aisle, sparking a heated debate over who should keep the diamond, which was funded by the production.

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Heidi Klum previews her gruesome Halloween costume ahead of her annual party while lighting up the Empire State Building in New York City. The supermodel promises an 'ugly' costume like never before, and opens up about her wild transformation process using elaborate prosthetics that requires hours of work.

Will Byers and Vecna meet face to face in the new trailer for 'Stranger Things' season 5. Vol. 1 hits Netflix on Nov. 26, vol. 2 premieres on Dec. 25 and the series finale drops Dec. 31.

Giannina Gibelli and Blake Horstmann chat wedding plans with ET at the 'Love Is Blind' season 9 reunion, which aired on Netflix. The couple, who met after looking for love on reality TV, are getting married next summer and explain how they're involving their one-year-old son, Health, 'every step of the way.'

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Jade, Janelle Monae and Demi Lovato have gone early with their Halloween looks on social media.

The French actor was known for supporting roles in films that spanned nearly 40 years.

The Boy Who Played the Harp dethrones Taylor Swift and keeps Lily Allen off the top spot.

The French actor was known for supporting roles in films that spanned nearly 40 years.

How To Be Human finds the star grappling with grief and heartbreak, instead of murdering celebrities.

A gruesome challenge follows yet another celebrity murder on the reality TV show, which nears its finale.

The franchise is the inspiration for many other superhero shows that have aired in Asia.

The designs for the statue of the Python star are revealed for the first time.

Liam Hemsworth's replaced Henry Cavill as the lead in Netflix's fantasy show. How does he do?

The former footballer will perform a Peaky Blinders-inspired Argentine Tango on Saturday night.

The latest film of the classic tale uses Scottish locations which inspired director Guillermo Del Toro.

The singer will perform her new album West End Girl in its entirety when she tours in March 2026.

A South Korean court rules that the act's contract with the label, which runs until 2029, is valid.

Five performed their long-awaited Keep On Movin' arena tour on 29 October at a sold-out Utilita Arena in Cardiff.

Historic England names its favourite frightening film locations in its first Horror Histories list.

The Strictly Come Dancing judge puts down his number 10 paddle and strips off in his home village.

The decline in UK wildflower meadows not only threatens wildlife, say experts, but could drive up certain food prices

It was the Alan Carr show again, as the comedian tackled a terrifying bridge in the latest episode of The Celebrity Traitors.

It's the most important part of the day in The Traitors castle – the round table can make or break a player. How would you handle it?

The band are back together but say their early success was like being "in fight or flight mode."

The versatile actress, who has died aged 93, will be best remembered for her portrayal of Sybil Fawlty.

The Bride of Frankenstein actress Elsa Lanchester will be celebrated on October 28, her 123rd birthday.

Los Angeles played host to a spectacle of style and storytelling over the weekend.

The singer called on the mega wealthy to donate more to charity, during a speech at the WSJ Awards attended by the likes of Mark Zuckerberg and George Lucas.

The former Atomic Kitten member talks about the difficulty of being in the public eye after leaving the girlband.

Alasdair Keane tests out the new generation of stunt cars.

Emeli Sandé covered D'Angelo's hit in the Radio 1Xtra Live Lounge back in 2016.

Did Bruce Springsteen let Jeremy Allen White use his guitar?

The actor portrays the playwright, alongside Jessie Buckley, in new film Hamnet.