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The 25 Best Animated Movies of All Time, Ranked
For present purposes, if a movie is 100% animated in any style (or like 99% animated), and it’s great and/or historically significant in some way, there’s a good chance you’ll find it below. This does disqualify certain movies, though, like the ones that are made up of animated and live-action elements (like Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Marcel the Shell with the Shoes On). Also, the two Avatar sequels are borderline works of animation, but not enough to be considered here in any event.
There’s a combination of kid-friendly and adult-focused animated movies below, too, to demonstrate how animation can indeed be for all ages, but not necessarily all the time. There’s also an attempt to not have too many movies from the same source below, but the heavy-hitters won’t be restricted to just one title or anything (so be prepared for multiple Studio Ghibli, Disney, and Pixar movies, inevitably).
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‘Mary and Max’ (2009)
To start with something that’s just about as heavy as any animated movie has ever been, here’s Mary and Max, a movie sure to upset any kids who accidentally watch it, and one likely to upset any adults who willingly watch it (but in a good way… sort of). Basically, it’s about two pen pals who live on opposite sides of the world and are also at very different stages of their respective lives.
One is a young girl, and the other’s a middle-aged man, but both are going through some stuff and find that letters from the other make the other, more miserable parts of their lives a little easier to handle. That’s not to say Mary and Max is super heartwarming or anything, because if it’s bittersweet, it’s probably more bitter than sweet, but at least there is still some heart here among all the darkness and misery.
24
‘Sleeping Beauty’ (1959)
Get used to seeing some Disney movies show up here, because look, Disney’s Disney, and good old Walt’s company was a pretty significant one if you’re talking about animated films. Sleeping Beauty isn’t one of the very oldest, but it’s far back enough in history to very much be a classic, and the story here is… you know, Sleeping Beauty.
There’s an evil fairy, a princess who’s under the protection of some non-evil fairies, and then a prince who inevitably has to save the princess because this is a pretty straightforward fairy tale sort of thing, but that’s okay. Sleeping Beauty really shines because, fittingly for a movie with the word “Beauty” in its title, it’s really beautiful to look at, and the images on offer do leave quite a mark, regardless of the age you’re at when you first watch this movie.
23
‘Flow’ (2024)
A film that plays out without any dialogue, and little by way of a concrete story, even, Flow doesn’t need those things that the vast majority of movies nowadays have to prove compelling. There’s a flood that forces a cat onto a boat, and joining the cat on the boat are a bunch of other displaced creatures, and the bunch of them have to survive the strange and desolate world they find themselves in.
It’s really beautifully made, and quite moving at times, also utilizing animation well in the sense that it’s not the kind of thing you could make in live-action. Flow is also worth highlighting as a film that all ages can likely enjoy, even if it’s not primarily focused on being a kids’ movie, since it’s a little more eerie and experimental than most, owing to the mysterious narrative (or lack thereof) and the fact that it’s all dialogue-free.
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‘Redline’ (2009)
An animated sports movie (kind of), Redline is about futuristic car racing done in space, and so everything is much faster than the comparatively pitiful racing that those of us stuck in the (relatively) early 21st century might be used to watching. The story here is serviceable, but you don’t need much more than the basics, since the style and racing sequences are where Redline shines.
Its action is incredibly ambitious, since Redline was famously animated using surprisingly old-school means for a film that feels anything but old-school in style and intensity. The production sounded painstaking, which makes it extra sad that not enough people really know about the movie in general. If you’re even a little interested in seeing something uniquely animated and executed, it’s basically required viewing.
21
‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ (1993)
A movie that boldly says “You can be both a Christmas and a Halloween film at once,” and does so without necessarily being a horror movie as well, The Nightmare Before Christmas is instead a fantastical stop-motion musical, because why not? It’s a lot, and it’s also not long, at just 76 minutes, and it’s not for everyone, but it sure is something.
There aren’t really any other movies like The Nightmare Before Christmas, though some Tim Burton stop-motion movies scratch a similar itch… he didn’t helm this one, though, since Henry Selick was the director. Even if you find this one kind of annoying at times, and not particularly funny (though it seems like it’s trying to be), the animation is honestly pretty stunning to behold, and it’s hard not to give the film at least a few points for being so distinctive.
20
‘Shrek’ (2001)
Some say Shrek is life, some say Shrek is love, but really, Shrek is just Shrek. It is not the greatest kids’ movie that’s got its fair share of stuff only older viewers will pick up on and appreciate, nor was it the first to target different age groups in different ways, though it did so particularly well, and also proved influential with its tone and approach to comedy.
And it was okay that Shrek proved influential, since it really is strong on a comedic front, all the while also having a level of heart that kind of sneaks up on you, since the movie is very irreverent until it’s not. It makes fun of fairy tales and then delivers quite a bit by way of fantasy and romance, though not in the way you’d necessarily expect. Naturally, Shrek doesn’t feel as surprising nowadays, owing to comparable films that have come in its wake, but considering it came out almost 25 years ago, it’s pretty easy to appreciate a lot here.
19
‘The Wolf House’ (2018)
The Wolf House is best summed up as an absolute nightmare, but also an absolutely absorbing one. It’s hard to describe just why it’s so unsettling and effective as a stop-motion horror movie, since you kind of just have to see it. The way it’s animated is certainly a factor, since it utilizes what feels like a real-world environment, just animated things that seem otherworldly within that space, and in a more three-dimensional way than you might be used to seeing in a stop-motion movie.
It’s also based on a real-life cult in Chile that was formed around the middle of the 20th century, with the narrative involving someone escaping from said cult and being haunted by the memories and trauma associated with it. So, The Wolf House is not easy viewing, by any means, and proves deeply unsettling with both its subject matter and its style of animation, though it is also quite the remarkable experience if you’re feeling up to handling something extremely dark.
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‘South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut’ (1999)
After being controversial and profane in its early seasons (which do seem quaint now, in hindsight), South Park escalated things considerably by doing a movie surprisingly early in its run: South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut. The movie came out while the third season of the show was on the air, and it made use of its status as an R-rated film by being more profane and crude, kind of in line with where the show would go in its (much) later seasons.
Narratively, South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut is also pretty ambitious, since it’s about a profanity-related moral panic spiraling out of control and leading to an all-out war between Canada and the U.S. It’s a movie with lots to say, on a satire front, and it’s also a musical… a surprisingly great one, honestly. It’s not exactly fair to compare it to individual episodes of the show, but if you wanted to, then there are only really a few classic episodes that rival it in creativity, provocation, and comedy.
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‘Beauty and the Beast’ (1991)
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Like with Sleeping Beauty, there’s a story in Beauty and the Beast that’s very much a fairy tale, and centered around a young woman and a prince, but the woman feels a bit more like a full-formed character, and the prince is actually, you know, a beast. And the beast keeps the beauty locked up for a while, early on, but comes to care for her, and also isn’t the ultimate villain of the story.
You do have to get past the kidnapping stuff, and so too do the titular (and eventual) lovers, but Beauty and the Beast handles it pretty well without things feeling too uncomfortable. If Beauty and the Beast had been attempted some decades before the 1990s, it might not have been pulled off so well, but those working for Disney in this decade really knew how to spin a good story out of premises that might’ve initially seemed questionable… well, excluding Pocahontas, at least.
16
‘Finding Nemo’ (2003)
You’re not going to believe this, but in Finding Nemo, there’s a fish called Nemo, and he needs to be found, and there’s your movie. It came out at a time in Pixar history when the studio had put out a couple of surprisingly emotional movies about toys, and one pretty damn good movie about monsters, but Pixar wasn’t as much of a powerhouse (both power and houses were plentiful and noticeable by about 2010), so maybe some might’ve found such a premise questionable, back in 2003.
But Finding Nemo really makes you care about the relationship between the titular Nemo and his father, and why finding the former is so important. It also works as a pretty great undersea adventure movie, or like a road movie without any cars and with lots of fish, but it’s the movie’s emotional core that elevates it from good to great.
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If there’s anyone who knows about dreamy, storybook-worthy dressing, it’s Pamela Anderson. Her latest Mary Jane flats are polished and luxe, channeling garden party vibes no matter how they’re styled. The shoes are much classier than sneakers, and according to one shopper, they’re just as comfortable. With a cosign from Katie Holmes, the timeless style is a no-brainer.
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Britney Spears is reportedly taking steps toward recovery after a recent legal scare.
The pop icon has checked into rehab following a DUI arrest in March. The situation allegedly left her deeply embarrassed, especially over how it might impact her sons. According to sources, the incident became a turning point, with her family rallying around her and encouraging her to seek help.
Now, as Spears begins her recovery journey, fans have been flooding social media with messages of support. Like her family, many of her supporters hope this moment marks a positive new chapter for the singer.
Britney Spears Voluntarily Enters Rehab
Spears has reportedly taken a major step toward recovery by voluntarily checking herself into a residential treatment facility, per TMZ. The decision marks a notable shift from previous episodes in her life when treatment was driven by court orders or family intervention.
Spears has long faced struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, which previously culminated in a highly publicized mental health crisis in the late 2000s. More recently, she’s sparked concern with a series of erratic social media posts and reports of reckless behavior, including her recent DUI arrest.
“She realizes she hit rock bottom,” a source close to the singer shared.
The move may also carry legal implications, as Spears is said to be aware that entering treatment could reflect positively ahead of any court proceedings tied to her DUI case. Still, sources emphasize that beyond optics, she is taking her recovery seriously.
Fans Rally Around Britney With Messages Of Hope
In light of Spears’ decision to go to rehab, the pop star’s loyal fanbase has been flooding social media with messages of support.
While many acknowledged that her struggles with substance abuse have been ongoing for years, the overwhelming sentiment online was one of cautious optimism and empathy.
“I’m praying to every god right now she doesn’t end up back in that conservatorship,” one user wrote on X. Another added, “Poor Britney Spears. She’s all messed up. I hope she gets the help she needs.”
Others pointed to the intense scrutiny she’s faced throughout her career, with one fan noting, “At this point, we just want her to be healthy and at peace. The media has been on her back for decades. I really hope she’s getting the actual privacy and help she deserves this time.”
Britney Spears Arrested For DUI Weeks Before Rehab Move
Spears’ decision to enter rehab comes on the heels of the DUI arrest that raised fresh concerns about her well-being.
According to reports, the singer was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol in March after allegedly driving her BMW erratically at a high speed. Officers at the scene noted signs of impairment, prompting Spears to undergo a series of field sobriety tests before being transported to a hospital for a blood draw.
She was released from custody less than 12 hours later but is expected to appear in Ventura County Superior Court in the coming weeks to face the charges.
Sources say Spears has since checked into an inpatient wellness facility in the U.S., where programs typically last around 30 days.
Spears’ Rep Condemned Her Behavior
While addressing Spears’ actions following the DUI arrest, a representative of the “Stronger” singer did not hold back.
In a statement shared with the BBC, the rep condemned the singer’s behavior and emphasized that there was no excuse for what happened. They also revealed that her family was working on a structured plan to help her move toward a healthier and more stable future.
“Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law, and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life,” the statement read.
Britney Spears Was ‘Embarrassed’ By Her Arrest
Spears was said to have felt “embarrassed” after her DUI arrest, an emotion that may have played a role in her decision to seek treatment.
Sources say the pop star was particularly concerned about how the situation could impact her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James, whom she shares with ex Kevin Federline.
“She’s very emotional and regretful this morning. She’s also embarrassed because of how it could affect her sons,” an insider said, per PEOPLE.
Netflix has done it once again with an instantly successful shark feature, but critics aren’t very impressed. The film, like many of that genre, borrows heavily from Steven Spielberg‘s iconic 1975 thriller, Jaws, which features a great white shark terrorizing people in a New England summer resort town. However, unlike Jaws, a disastrous hurricane is thrown into the mix, making the stakes even higher as it brings with it a school of bull sharks, which are smaller and faster than great whites, but just as ravenous.
Released on April 10, 2026, the Netflix favorite is from writer-director Tommy Wirkola, known for the fantasy film Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters, starring Jeremy Renner and Gemma Arterton. Titled Thrash, it shot up the global streaming ranking within 48 hours of its release, dominating major titles such as Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Idris Elba’s Beast, and Ryan Reynolds’ IF. While it still ranks #1 on Netflix, critics have issued their verdict on the movie, sinking it with an embarrassingly low rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Based on 31 reviews, 20 of which are disapproving, Thrash has a 35% critics’ score on the review aggregator website as of this publication. Its audience score isn’t any better, with an abysmal 29% from over 250 ratings. No consensus has been published yet; however, as seen in most reviews, Thrash is being trashed as a film not worth watching. According to RogerEbert.com, which rates the survival thriller 1.5 out of 4, “its worst sin isn’t its stupid characters doing stupid things; it’s that the whole thing feels remarkably lazy, failing to find any tension or even B-movie thrills.”
What Do Audiences Have To Say About ‘Thrash’?
Despite being a worldwide streaming sensation, Thrash has a pretty poor reputation among audiences, as seen on Rotten Tomatoes. Some reviews describe it as a disappointing waste of time, with less-than-average acting and an even worse script. One such review reads, “The acting is horrible! The story and script [are] very mediocre… I feel like the film was just rushed… It’s [the] #1 movie on Netflix right now because it is a shark movie, but that doesn’t mean it’s good.” Nevertheless, not all Thrash reviews are bad; there is some praise here and there. One positive review notes that the movie is clearly not a masterpiece but is purely entertaining and provides “an enjoyable experience for fans of the genre.”
Thrash, starring Phoebe Dynevor, Whitney Peak, and Djimon Hounsou, streams on Netflix. Stay tuned to Collider for more news.
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April 10, 2026
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83 Minutes
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Tommy Wirkola
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Phoebe Dynevor
Lisa Fields
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A new angle of Dess Dior and Jayda Cheaves‘ fight in the club has social media users speculating that it involved her former friend, Emily Huff.
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New Angle Of Dess Dior & Jayda Cheaves’ Fight In Club Has Social Media Users Speculating It Involved Her Former Friend Emily Huff
On Sunday, April 12, a tweet was shared showing a new angle of the footage of Dess Dior and Jayda Cheaves’ fight in a club. Furthermore, the footage appeared to show Cheaves walking up to another woman who was wearing white and appeared to have light-colored hair. Noticeably, as Cheaves walks up to the woman, she responds by holding her hand in Cheaves’ face. At that point, Cheaves appears to respond verbally. Then, the woman proceeds to shove Cheaves, and they begin exchanging blows, as multiple people begin to swarm the area.
Click here to see the new angle of the footage.
In response, social media users appeared to believe the woman Cheaves approached was her former friend, Emily Huff. Furthermore, on Instagram, Huff appeared to confirm the speculation of her involvement.
Social Media Users React To The New Angle Of Dess Dior & Jayda Cheaves’ Fight In Club
Social media users reacted to the new angle of Dess Dior and Jayda Cheaves’ fight in The Shade Room’s comment section.
Instagram user @tammynguyen1451 wrote, “Jayda was not getting beat up. She was fighting and dess came and handled that. Tf”
While Instagram user @1bria_ added, “Wat a zodiac sign have to do w anything? Yall kill me 😂😂😂😂”
Instagram user @_thats.brookes.alexandria_ wrote, “This is ghettoooo and I love it 🤓”
While Instagram user @paris.moneee added, “Jayda was the birthday piñata 😩😩😩 bless her heart”
Instagram user @versacetherealest wrote, “Dess The Birthday🥳 & Jayda The Piñata 🪅
😂😂”
While Instagram user @ninikiona added, “And Emily was knocking the Mario coins outta Jayda without Des she would have been good and beat”
Instagram user @sodapopprincess817 wrote, “I still cant see”
While Instagram user @g6gl5tch added, “New video shows jayda aint even get jumped she started it 😂”
Instagram user @always.staygracious wrote, “She hit Jayda first & when Jayda got her on the floor her 3 friends jumped Jayda while dess was beating Emily up”
While Instagram user @quotes_random0102 added, “Jayda walked up on her and got popped in her shit then des jumped in so Emily friends jumped in a jump for a jump was had tell Jayda don’t walk up on nobody if she ain’t gon swing first”
Instagram user @boujidionne wrote, “Jayda thought she was going to punk Emily and was sadly mistaken lol..”
While Instagram user @_nadialuv_ added, “Jayda was definitely checking shit without her friend 😂 pretty much on site… but dess flew there🤣🤣😂😆”
Here’s Why New Angle Has Social Media Users Speculating It Involved Her Former Friend Emily Huff
Social media users are speculating that Dess Dior and Jayda Cheaves’ fight involved Emily Huff due to their alleged history. As The Shade Room previously reported, in January, Supa Peach alleged that Emily Huff was dating Lil Baby before Cheaves. Additionally, Peach alleged that Huff and Cheaves were friends at the time. Furthermore, Huff appeared to confirm Peach’s story.
Then, over the weekend, the initial angle of Jayda Cheaves and Dess Dior’s fight went viral. This, even garnering a reaction from Yaya Mayweather.
RELATED: Yaya Mayweather Reacts After Viral Footage Shows Jayda Cheaves & Dess Dior In Nightclub Altercation (VIDEOS)
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There was a moment in the 2000s when zombie movies suddenly felt fast, mean, and genuinely panic-inducing again, and Dawn of the Dead was a huge reason why. Zack Snyder’s 2004 remake didn’t just coast on the name of George A. Romero’s classic. It came in louder, nastier, and way more chaotic, turning the undead into full-on nightmares with sprint speed. Even now, it still feels like one of the most intense studio horror movies of that era. Netflix subscribers don’t have much time left to catch it before it disappears.
Dawn of the Dead is set to leave Netflix on May 1. The film has been singled out as one of the major departures in Netflix’s May 2026 lineup, which is rough news for anyone who’s been putting off a rewatch. It’s also a pretty notable exit because, for a lot of fans, this is still the best movie Snyder has ever made.
What Is ‘Dawn of the Dead’ About?
The cast includes Sarah Polley as Ana, Ving Rhames as Kenneth, Jake Weber as Michael, and Mekhi Phifer as Andre. It was Snyder’s feature directorial debut, with a screenplay by Snyder’s fellow Superman fan James Gunn, which honestly explainswhy it feels this sharp and nasty. The official synopsis states:
“When her husband is attacked by a zombified neighbor, Ana (Sarah Polley) manages to escape, only to realize her entire Milwaukee neighborhood has been overrun by the walking dead. After being questioned by cautious policeman Kenneth (Ving Rhames), Ana joins him and a small group that gravitates to the local shopping mall as a bastion of safety. Once they convince suspicious security guards that they are not contaminated, the group bands together to fight the undead hordes.”
Produced on a reported $28 million budget, Dawn of the Dead proved a solid box-office hit when it hit theaters in 2004. The film went on to gross $103 million worldwide, nearly quadrupling its production cost. That total breaks down to $59 million domestically and $44 million internationally, making it the 54th highest-grossing film of 2004 worldwide.
Dawn of the Dead leaves Netflix on May 1.
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March 19, 2004
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Eric Newman, Marc Abraham, Richard P. Rubinstein
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Bollywood music legend Asha Bhosle dies at 92, Priyanka Chopra Jonas remembers late icon: 'A voice so eternal'
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“It is hard to put into words what it means to lose someone whose art helped shape the emotional landscape of an entire nation,” Chopra Jonas wrote.
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Warmer weather makes our calendars fill up fast — weddings, weekend trips, rooftop dinners . . . all of it. But as fun as it is, those packed social schedules can make the next morning feel a little less glamorous when you’re indulging in alcohol. If you’ve ever woken up wishing you had planned just a bit more to prevent headaches or full-on hangovers, you’re not alone.
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The internet’s most unsettling nightmare is about to step fully into the spotlight.
A brand-new trailer for Backrooms, A24’s upcoming horror film based on the viral creepypasta phenomenon, is set to drop tomorrow and fans are already bracing for what could be one of the most disturbing films of the year.
From YouTube Horror to the Big Screen
Backrooms isn’t just another horror movie. It’s the evolution of a digital legend.
The film is directed by Kane Parsons, the creator behind the massively popular Backrooms found-footage series that exploded on YouTube. What started as a low-budget analog horror concept quickly turned into a global phenomenon, with millions drawn to its eerie liminal space aesthetic and unsettling sense of isolation.
Now, A24 is bringing that same nightmare fuel to theaters.
What the Movie Is About
While details remain intentionally cryptic, the story follows a therapist who ventures into a strange alternate dimension after her patient mysteriously disappears.
That dimension is the Backrooms, an endless maze of empty office-like spaces filled with flickering lights, yellow walls, and something far more sinister lurking just out of sight.
If the original concept taught fans anything, it’s this:
you are not supposed to be there.
Backrooms [credit: A24]
Stacked Cast and Big Studio Backing
The film features a strong cast for such an experimental horror concept, including:
- Chiwetel Ejiofor
- Renate Reinsve
- Mark Duplass
- Finn Bennett
- Lukita Maxwell
- Avan Jogia
Behind the scenes, the project is backed by A24 along with major production companies like Atomic Monster, signaling that this isn’t just a niche internet adaptation, it’s a full-scale cinematic event.
Release Date and What to Expect
Backrooms is officially set to hit theaters on May 29, 2026, positioning it as one of A24’s most anticipated horror releases of the year.
The teaser already gave fans a glimpse of its unsettling tone, but tomorrow’s trailer is expected to dive deeper into the story and possibly reveal the creatures and deeper lore that made the original series so terrifying.
Why This Could Be Huge
This isn’t just another horror release. It’s part of a growing trend where internet-born stories are evolving into mainstream cinema.
But Backrooms stands out.
It taps into a very specific kind of fear, the uncanny feeling of being somewhere familiar yet completely wrong. Early footage suggests the film is leaning heavily into psychological dread rather than relying on traditional jump scares.
If it lands, it could become the next breakout horror hit in A24’s lineup.
Final Thoughts
With the full trailer dropping tomorrow, Backrooms is about to go from online legend to mainstream obsession.
And if the studio nails the tone, don’t be surprised if this becomes the horror movie everyone’s talking about heading into summer.
DTF St. Louis finally revealed what led to David Harbour‘s character Floyd’s mysterious death.
During the Sunday, April 12, finale, Floyd died by suicide after rejection from Carol (Linda Cardellini), Tiger Tiger (Chris Perfetti) and Clark (Jason Bateman). Floyd’s stepson Richard (Arlan Ruf), who was the reason for his Peyronie’s disease, ultimately watched Floyd put medication in his Bloody Mary can before signing “I love you” ahead of his death.
Showrunner Steve Conrad broke down the thought process to ending, telling TV Insider, “Well, if you think about the many times that Floyd had been kind of assessed and then rejected, there were multiple, but the one connection that was sound was Richard, that despite the failure of the therapy working and the multiple attempts to try to reach Richard, Floyd had found a way that summer.”
Conrad wanted to offer an emotional conclusion.
“If you had asked him if anything good had happened that summer, he would have said something great had happened, like Richard and found each other flailing, trying to find some way to turn the volume down on all the other sources of pain for Floyd,” he continued. It ended up consequently having him create events that Richard was exposed to accidentally, and this full measure of Floyd that a child shouldn’t have because he’s too young, it happened, and it probably wouldn’t have happened if there wasn’t that kind of recklessness that summer, so Floyd felt responsible for Richard being there.”
He concluded: “He felt like that if he were a better man, this boy wouldn’t be out there trying to figure out what it is he’s watching, even though what he’s watching is harmless and very human and ultimately understandable.”
Jason Bateman, Linda Cardellini and David Harbour in DTF St. Louis. HBO Max
Conrad also explained if Floyd would have always ended up in the same place, saying, “I think that’s a real keen observation because we started, one could have flipped the first scene for Floyd. … You can see in the last shot of Floyd in that therapy session, with the way David performed it … You’re not far away from that feeling. It’s only three months away, and it can’t show up for the first time there.”
The screenwriter noted he knew “what Floyd’s fate might have been.”
“I think Carol and Floyd would have divorced. His tax debt was just a burden that he couldn’t even help chip away at. Intimacy was gone — they tried, but it had been a year. That failure of their intimate life that we see in episode 6, which would have happened in their bedroom. It was over, and I think they would have been divorced,” he shared. “I think Floyd might have had a relationship with Richard where he wrote him a letter every few months, maybe sent him a Christmas present, but every year that became less and less and less, and I think Floyd was bound for a really sad life like many people who have an inherent sweetness, but are also challenged to recognize that they’ve got to plant their feet and fight sometimes too.”
He continued: “Floyd doesn’t have any fight in him. He only has kindness, and some people are constitutionally like that, and they’re wonderful to have with you because they remind you that sweetness is also a quality of life. But if you’re married to one and you’re trying to fend off the worst possible thing together, that can be a very challenging partner.”
DTF St. Louis is streaming on HBO Max.
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There’s something about spring that usually has me reaching for dresses on repeat — but this year, I’m switching things up! Instead of my usual rotation, I’ve been leaning into flowy jumpsuits that feel just as pretty and are way more practical. They’re easy, comfortable and somehow make getting dressed simpler.
As a shopping writer, I cover fashion pieces nonstop, and Amazon has quietly become my go-to retailer for spring jumpsuits. From flattering smocked bodices to wide-leg silhouettes that create an effortless, put-together look, there’s no shortage of standout picks on the ‘Zon. The best part? You can snag these spring-ready styles now, starting at just $17.
These Flowy Jumpsuits Are Replacing My Spring Dresses
1. My Favorite: This flowy floral jumpsuit stands out for all the right reasons. The delicate print, smocked top and breezy wide-leg fit create a look that’s both comfortable and slimming.
2. Overall Winner: While I love the florals and easy fit, the real standout is the breathable 100% cotton fabric. That means I can easily layer it now and wear it with just a tee come summer.
3. Floral Find: Whenever the rainy season hits, I gravitate toward this vibrant floral jumper to brighten things up. I appreciate the light green and blue options, as well as the playful puff-sleeve design.
4. Loungewear-Like: This square-neck jumper gives off an elevated look with its simple, wide-leg fit. At the same time, the soft, comfy fabric makes it feel like you’re wearing loungewear.
5. Has Pockets: This elevated wrap romper really checks all the boxes for me. Its silhouette is slimming, the fit is comfy and the price is just $17.
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6. Shopper-Favorite: I’d pick up this flowy overall romper based on the reviews alone. It has over 5,600 five-star ratings from shoppers, including one who says it’s “insanely comfortable.”
7. Boutique-Worthy: What I love about this belted romper is how it brings boutique-level details without the high price tag. It has short sleeves for coverage and comes in a few pretty prints that are worthy browsing.
8. Make a Statement: I love how this statement floral romper will look pretty when I dress it up with heels or down with sneakers. It’s the kind of style I know will garner compliments in any room.
9. Luxe Lace: Sometimes all it takes is a romantic detail to make all the difference. This lace-trim romper is proof of that. The subtle accent still makes it wearable for the everyday.
10. Gorgeous Gingham: This pretty gingham jumpsuit is perfect for every spring outing this month. I picture it styling flawlessly with platform sandals and a raffia bag for farmers’ markets, picnics and more.
11. Quite the Charmer: I’m adding a little spring charm to my wardrobe with this V-neck romper. The puff sleeves and button details give it a playful, polished feel.
12. Pretty Puff Sleeve: I’m reaching for this flowy jumpsuit when I want something that’s easy but still looks put together. The smocked bodice and wide-leg fit make it feel flattering without any effort.
13. Ravishing Ruffles: I’m drawn to this sweet smocked jumpsuit for its ruffle straps that instantly elevate the look. They add just enough femininity, while the flowy fit keeps it easy and comfortable.
14. Farmers’ Market Chic: This overall-style jumpsuit is my go-to for a casual farmers’ market run. Just add flat sandals and a woven tote, and the look comes together instantly.
15. Anything But Basic: When I’m bored of my usual rotation, this textured wide-leg style is what I throw on. The fun fabric and flowy silhouette make it feel fresh.
16. Boho Babe: This is what I grab when I want to channel a soft, boho vibe. Between the flowy silhouette and intricate print, it’s an easy standout.
17. Vacation-Ready: I love throwing this on when I’m in vacation mode. The airy silhouette and eye-catching print make it feel relaxed but still put together.
There’s a reason every stylish woman on the East End looks effortlessly pulled together from May through September. The secret isn’t a personal stylist or a designer budget. It’s the dress. Specifically, it’s a breezy, coastal-looking dress that moves with the wind, and works just as well at a farm stand as it does at […]
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