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6 Worst Kids’ Movies of the ’80s
Hey kids, let’s get radical! That was the promise of many an 80s kids’ flick, and, to be fair, a bunch did deliver a high quotient of tubular awesomeness. Then, on the other side of the family-friendly cinematic spectrum, there was a repugnant collection of unforgettably stinky stinkers…just stinking it up.
While the 80s were known for rampant consumerism and Reaganomics, the Me Decade spawned a slew of family films, all trying to cash in big time on popular kids’ goods. A lot of these mind-numbing movies featured laughably blatant product placement sequences disguised as business as usual, while others were simply a vehicle to sell kids toys without a hint of subtlety. And then, there were movies that were marketed as child-appropriate, but were anything but. Here’s the corrosive collection of unwatchable kids’ flicks, in all their corny, cinematically awful glory.
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‘The Wizard’ (1989)
Kicking this list off is a “film” that’s truly impressive for the amount of product placement shoved into it. It’s actually more like a strangely toned, live-action infomercial for Nintendo — which culminates in the much-anticipated release of the game “Super Mario Bros. 3.” In a cinematic sense, there are little to no redeeming qualities in this convoluted mess of a movie, but as far as video game presentation goes, director Todd Holland’s The Wizard is kinda rad.
The story starts off tonally bizarre, as the main character, Jimmy Woods (Luke Edwards), is an introverted kid who’s been traumatized by his twin sister’s drowning. But, buck up, kids, Jimmy’s plucky older brother, Corey (Fred Savage), rescues Jimmy before he’s locked up in a mental institution, and whisks him off to California for…a video game competition. They link up with a random girl, Haley Brooks (Jenny Lewis), and, utilizing Jimmy’s natural ability to slay video games, they hustle and hitchhike to the big tourney. The dialogue supplied to the kids is beyond weird, as they discuss topics way too mature for them. It’s a right old mess — but at least they get to play with the Power Glove.
5
‘Felix the Cat: The Movie’ (1988)
It’s true, kids: some animated movies are actually bad. Such is the case with the much-maligned Felix the Cat: The Movie. It was presented as a throwback to the old-timey cartoon, but the filmmakers went a little haywire with the execution. Director Tibor Hernádi’s messy movie is a sloppy, slapdash attempt at kids’ entertainment, that went off the rails in all the wrong ways.
The titular cat, Felix (voiced by David Kolin), goes on a mission to rescue a princess, namely, Princess Oriana of…Oriana. She’s being held captive by the nefarious Duke of Zill (voiced by Chris Phillips) for some reason, and Felix, through the art of song, and armed with his magic bag of “tricks,” is the only one who can save her. There’s also a sequence where he travels to another dimension to perform in a circus. Aside from the nonsensical story (it’s a kids’ movie after all, some concessions need to be made), the other problematic elements to this cartoon are the disjointed, poorly presented animation, non-synced voices, and excruciatingly cloying sing-a-longs. Luckily, this version of the magical cat didn’t have nine lives.
4
‘Cry Wilderness’ (1987)
The most amazing thing about Cry Wilderness is that it is not a shoddy rip-off of Harry and the Hendersons, since the two Bigfoot-centric films came out in the same year. Regardless, this astoundingly strange movie (that somehow garnered a PG rating) is one of the weirdest, worst attempts at bridging the gap between children and Sasquatches.
One fine day, the hero of the tale, a young boy named Paul Cooper (Eric Foster) who lives in a remote wilderness setting with his pop, Will Cooper (Maurice Grandmaison, later made internet-famous from that meme of him smiling), finds a Bigfoot. He cleverly saves the creature from some evil hunters, and the Yeti gifts Paul a magical pendant that acts as a kind of walkie-talkie to Big…feet? Things become further complicated when Will has to go on a hunt of his own…for a missing tiger. Uh, okay, sure. Again, this was billed as a children’s movie, but it’s laden with inappropriate comments and visuals, atrocious dialogue, and one of the worst Bigfoot costumes committed to celluloid. This movie isn’t further down on this list because it has achieved cult status for its utterly ridiculous awfulness. Honestly, it is pretty (unintentionally) entertaining.
3
‘Howard the Duck’ (1986)
Sometimes filmmakers’ hands become tied. Their goal is to create a movie that can entertain kids while simultaneously providing the adults that brought them to the cinema with a little bit of humor and a somewhat interesting plot. Director and co-writer Willard Huyck certainly didn’t set out to make one of the weirdest, most deplorable movies ever, but, well, here we are.
The story of the wisecracking waterfowl, Howard (voiced by Chip Zien), is that he is actually an alien life form from the planet Duckworld (where anthropomorphic duck creatures have their own feathery society). A “cosmic beam” zaps him and magically transports him to Ohio. Here he meets a fledgling rock and roll singer, Beverly Switzler (Lea Thompson, in a role she probably would like to forget — especially seeing as how this film debuted only one year after Back to the Future). He saves her from some goons, because, obviously, Howard knows martial arts. Luckily, Beverly happens to be chums with a scientist, Phil Blumburtt (Tim Robbins — um, why??), who has a laser that he can reverse-zap Howard back to wherever the duck he came from. The main issue with this film is that it’s so tonally odd. In an attempt to be funny, it’s wildly inappropriate for kids (there’s a scene with topless lady ducks — don’t ask), and nary a single “joke” lands with adults. Overall, the quacky disaster that is Howard the Duck should be avoided like the plague (unless you like those cult-status so-atrocious-its-awful movies). Even the poster tagline, “Trapped in a world he never made,” is baffling. What does that mean??
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‘The Garbage Pail Kids Movie’ (1987)
There aren’t a lot of films inspired by trading cards…for good reason. Manufacturing a story around classic Topps’ card characters, like Valerie Vomit and Foul Phil, must’ve been a daunting task for director Rod Amateau (and his co-writers Linda Palmer and John Pound). But, luckily for them, and the viewing public, someone got the brilliant idea to make the “kids” a race of aliens that have been magically zapped to earth (just like Howard! …but through a garbage can), with the goal of flatulating, vomiting, urinating, oozing other unspeakable fluids, and generally grossing out every human in sight. Hence, The Garbage Pail Kids Movie (0% critic score on RT) was born, and it is…truly…trash.
The “story” begins with a lonely loser, Dodger (Mackenzie Astin), who has grand artistic ambitions. He’s viciously bullied, but, have no fear, the Pail Kids emerge and help Dodger…create designs for, and then actually sew, fashionable clothing. Uh, ok. The action climaxes in a massive 80s fashion show (maybe the unspoken commentary was “fashion is trash?”). Aside from the abject absurdity of the plot, the Kids are revolting beyond belief. Small stature humans wore costumes (which, to the art designers and effects people’s credit, really looked just like the vile drawings in the cards) to depict the notorious Garbage characters, and they are sublimely horrifying. The only reason this kids’ movie isn’t rated as the worst of all time, is because it definitely delighted a bunch of booger-eating little boys.
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‘Mac and Me’ (1988)
To be fair, while this may subjectively be the worst kids’ movie of all time, it is highly entertaining. So much so, that it has inspired some truly sick memes. That being said, oh boy, this 99-minute-long commercial for McDonald’s/E.T. rip-off is one of the worst cinematic abominations ever captured on film. It’s hard to even know where to begin with this one…but we’ll start with the director/co-writer Stewart Raffill — who would, inexplicably, later go on to be one of the writers of Passenger 57. The assumption is that the studio told him something along the lines of “Hey, want a bag of money? McDonald’s is paying” when he took on this project. Or, who knows, maybe he had such an affinity for McNuggets that he was fully onboard from the get-go.
The plot of Mac and Me (let’s just call it a “respectful homage to E.T.”) revolves around a little dude who is in a wheelchair, Eric Cruise (Jade Calegory). His life is turned upside-down when a family of doofy-looking aliens crash-land in his town (after getting sucked through a space probe, brought to you by NASA, naturally). Instead of having magical powers, like the aforementioned “extraterrestrial,” they come off as rather, well, dumb as moon rocks. Their faces are supposed to be comical, but are more off-putting than anything. Of course, the “government” is determined to find these aliens and do unspeakable things to them, so it’s up to Eric and his brother, Michael (Jonathan Ward), to protect them until the critters can find a way home (although with their IQ level it seems rather impossible that their race conquered space travel). As discussed, there are countless product placement stretches in this film, for Coke (which “refuels” the “Mysterious Alien Creatures”) and McDonald’s, and the crown jewel of this movie actually takes place in one of the famed fast food joints. Eric brings “Mac” to the eatery, wearing a bear costume to disguise him. And then, out of NOWHERE, every kid and customer in the place breaks into a highly choreographed dance — that culminates with Mac doing some gravity-defying flips and Pee-Wee Herman-esque moves on a counter that betray any chance at explanation. This scene is so resplendent in its idiocy that it actually makes the whole movie somehow worthwhile (…or just watch the clip on YouTube).
Mac and Me
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August 12, 1988
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95 Minutes
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Stewart Raffill
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Stewart Raffill, Steve Feke
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As someone who likes to revamp her wardrobe every season, my clothes are looking more European these days — almost as if my closet went and got itself a passport. Indeed, I’m all about European-style summer sets that look expensive, are easy to style and look luxe in that quintessential European way, quietly elevated without trying too hard. Thankfully, there’s no better place to tap into that classic European polish than Amazon, which is overflowing with rich‑girl sets practically begging to go international.
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European gals do loungewear differently. Instead of old college crewnecks and baggy sweatpants, they give casual a classy spin. And no, that doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort. Their go-to outfit sets are plush and buttery soft, carrying them straight from errands to date nights without a wardrobe change. We want in! These loose two-piece outfits are […]
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Thinning hair is a natural part of life, but if your ponytail’s been feeling a bit lighter than usual recently, switching up your hair routine may help. One product that’s been praised for its volume-boosting properties is Medicube Rosemary PDRN Clarifying Thickening Shampoo. Yes, the formula cleanses the scalp like a traditional shampoo, but it also helps hair appear thicker, stronger and more voluminous, all while maximizing the effectiveness of your haircare routine.
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Comedian and actress Leslie Jones joined NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” in 2014 before leaving five years later in 2019. Now, years after her exit, the “Ghostbusters” star is reflecting on her experience with the show, revealing that she found the sketches she appeared in to be frustratingly stereotypical.
Her latest comments come after the 58-year-old said the long-running series turned her into a caricature.
Jones appeared on “The Sam Sanders Show” in June 2026. While on the show, the topic of her five-year run on “Saturday Night Live” arose, with her calling the experience “bittersweet,” stating that she felt typecast by the show’s writers, while also understanding that one of the hallmarks of the show is that they “make you a character of yourself.”
According to her, “It was kind of frustrating that they would always make me the girl that was angry and beating up people or in love with a white boy. They just always would make me angry or I’m fighting somebody.”
Regarding why she agreed to take part in the skits, she found problematic, Jones said, “I wanted to be on the show. And at the time, I didn’t think that [typecasting] was what was happening till it kept happening. And then, like, every time I would get a sketch, I was like, ‘Okay, who am I beating up this week?’”
Leslie Still Values Her Time On ‘Saturday Night Live’
The “SNL” alum continued to recall her time on the show, admitting that being typecast by the writers hasn’t fully tainted her experience. She revealed, “I loved being there. It was great, it was fun, but I don’t miss the mental part of it.”
Later in the interview, the host asked Jones if, based on her experience, she felt “Saturday Night Live” was “a good place” for black comedians. She responded, “I think that it is the machine that it is.”
‘SNL’ Fans Are Reacting To What Jones Said About The Show
Following Jones’ comments on “The Sam Sanders Show,” fans are reacting on social media. For the most part, they understand her feelings, but many think that her comedy outside of “Saturday Night Live” is similar to what she delivered on the series.
One person said, “…have you seen her standup? She writes herself like that.” Someone else wrote, “What a narcissist. Chris Farley was always the fat, dim-witted guy, and he never openly complained.”
A different “SNL” fan stated, “Then how about do what every other successful person on SNL did. Write your own stuff and pitch it.”
In support of the “Ghostbusters” actress, one social media user said, “Leslie Jones is my favorite and so wonderful in any Avenue acting comes to her. Even rocked the hell out of revived TV show Supermarket Sweep. Wish there were more seasons. So fun. Love her!”
After that, someone recalled one of her skits, saying, “It was hilarious when she kept calling Peter Dinklage his ‘Game of Thrones’ name, Tyrion, in the ‘Naked & Afraid’ sketch. But she’s one of those ‘a little goes a long way’ chicks.”
Jones interviewed with NPR in 2023. When asked about her time on “Saturday Night Live,” she expressed sentiments similar to her most recent comments. According to her, “I’ve been doing comedy so long, it’s like, I know what I am.”
She continued, “At ‘SNL,’ they take that one thing, and they wring it. They wring it because that’s the machine. So whatever it is that I’m giving that they’re so happy about, they feel like it’s got to be that all the time, or something like that.”
After that, she went into more detail about her time on the show, saying, “So it was, like, a caricature of myself, you know what I’m saying? So it was like, now either I’m trying to love on the white boys or beat up on the white boys, or I’m doing something just, like, loud. I knew once I did these things, though—I knew it was going to happen, because I know the power of them.”
Still, she acknowledged that this was the nature of the show and wasn’t unique to her. During the interview, she used former “SNL” cast member Taran Killam as an example, noting, “Taran wanted to do so much other stuff, but they would only have Taran in those very masculine [roles] and singing and stuff.”
Leslie Jones Is Going On Tour
According to her official website, Jones is embarking on the “I’m Hot Tour,” with dates beginning on July 4 in California and going until November of this year in Florida. That’s not all, as the “Saturday Night Live” alum is also hosting a new HGTV series, “Roast My Rental,” premiering July 24.
The series will feature the Emmy-nominated comedian “roasting” short-term rentals.
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Ghostbusters: Night Shift Reveals First Look as Netflix Brings the Franchise Back to the ’90s : Coastal House Media
Who ya gonna call? Apparently, a brand-new team of Ghostbusters.
Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have officially unveiled the first details for Ghostbusters: Night Shift, an all-new animated series set within the beloved supernatural franchise. Alongside the announcement came the first concept art, a logo reveal, and an official story synopsis that teases a fresh generation of paranormal heroes.
Set in New York City in 1994, the series takes place five years after the events of Ghostbusters II, when the original team famously brought the Statue of Liberty to life to save the city. But while that battle may have ended, a new supernatural threat is just beginning.
According to the official logline:
“A new wave of supernatural terror hits the Big Apple, forcing a group of scrappy, young New Yorkers — untrained, underappreciated, and kinda sorta responsible for the problem — to put on proton packs, face their fears, and bust some ghosts.”
The newly released concept art hints at a darker and more cinematic tone than previous animated entries. One image showcases a massive fiery ghost towering over a lone figure inside an industrial building, while another depicts eerie creatures roaming the streets of New York beneath an orange sunset sky.
The series is being executive produced by Jason Reitman, Gil Kenan, Ben Hibon, Elliott Kalan, Amie Karp, and original Ghostbusters star Dan Aykroyd. Reitman and Kenan previously collaborated on Ghostbusters: Afterlife and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, helping usher the franchise into a new era while honoring its roots.
Ghostbusters: Night Shift [credit: Netflix]
Fans have been eager for more animated Ghostbusters adventures ever since The Real Ghostbusters and Extreme Ghostbusters aired decades ago. Early reactions online have praised the title Night Shift and the moody art direction, with many hoping the series embraces a slightly darker tone while maintaining the humor the franchise is known for.
Netflix has confirmed that Ghostbusters: Night Shift will premiere exclusively on the streaming service in 2027.
With a 1990s setting, a new generation of ghost hunters, and the backing of several key figures behind the recent films, Ghostbusters: Night Shift may be the franchise’s most exciting animated revival yet.
What do you think of the first look at Ghostbusters: Night Shift? Are you excited to return to the world of Ghostbusters?
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Taylor Swift shocks crowd with surprise 'Love Story' performance, flashes ring at fiancé Travis Kelce's event
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Swift joined country superstar Lainey Wilson on stage at Kelce’s Tight Ends & Friends charity concert in Tennessee.
Just when fans thought Tight End University was all about football, Taylor Swift turned the annual NFL gathering into one of the most talked-about celebrity moments of the summer.
The pop superstar shocked attendees with a surprise performance in Nashville, but it was one subtle gesture that truly sent the crowd into a frenzy.
As wedding speculation continues to swirl around Swift and fiancé Travis Kelce, the singer appeared more than happy to give fans something new to talk about.
Taylor Swift delighted fans on Tuesday night when she unexpectedly appeared during the Tight Ends and Friends concert in Nashville.
The event, held as part of Kelce’s annual Tight End University summit, already featured a star-studded lineup, but the singer’s arrival quickly became the highlight of the evening.
Swift joined country music star Lainey Wilson on stage for a performance of her 2008 hit “Love Story,” sending the crowd into a frenzy.
A video shared by a fan account on X showed the 36-year-old wearing a strapless, form-fitting black midi dress with a silver fringed asymmetrical hemline as she confidently strode onto the stage at The Pinnacle near the end of the concert.
Swift Sends Fans Into A Frenzy With Ring Moment
While the performance itself generated excitement, it was one specific moment that stole the spotlight.
During the bridge of “Love Story,” Taylor Swift reached the famous lyric, “He knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring.”
As she sang the line, she smirked at the crowd before raising her left hand and showing off her dazzling engagement ring.
The reaction was immediate. Despite the football-heavy audience, fans erupted with what was described as a suspiciously high-pitched squeal as the pop star wiggled her adorned ring finger in the air.
The gesture fueled even more excitement surrounding her upcoming wedding to Kelce. Swift also shared a sweet embrace with Wilson before addressing the crowd.
Taylor Swift Reveals The NFL Star Behind Her Song Choice
The performance wasn’t entirely spontaneous. According to the “Shake It Off” singer, there was a very specific reason she chose to perform “Love Story.”
Addressing the audience, Swift explained that the song had been requested by one of the NFL’s most recognizable tight ends.
“This was a very special request from a very special tight end,” Swift told fans per the Daily Mail, adding, “He wanted to hear this particular song and that tight end … is named George Kittle.”
Kittle, who co-founded Tight End University alongside Kelce and Greg Olsen, is reportedly a longtime fan of the song.
Kelce, meanwhile, was likely watching from the crowd as his fiancée performed. The Kansas City Chiefs star has helped host the three-day summit for five years, bringing together tight ends from across the NFL and other levels of football for film study, training sessions, networking opportunities, and social events.
Swift Brings Star Power To Nashville’s Biggest NFL Event
Taylor Swift’s performance capped off a busy few days at Tight End University. The night before, she joined her man on the red carpet for the summit’s opening event in Nashville.
The star turned heads in a pale yellow floral jacquard mini dress from Lola Dre, pairing the look with buttercream-colored Aquazzura heels. She posed alongside Kelce and mingled with other attendees.
Travis Kelce admitted he was overwhelmed by the excitement surrounding the event, joking that he had “blacked out” while welcoming guests to the opening festivities.
The summit continues to attract some of the NFL’s biggest names and their partners.
Claire Kittle was among the prominent WAGs in attendance, joined by Abigail, the girlfriend of New Orleans Saints star Foster Moreau, Chanen Johnson, and Carolyn Stoll.
Taylor Swift’s Wedding Countdown Continues As Celebration Plans Grow
Swift’s Nashville appearance comes during what appears to be an incredibly busy period leading up to her wedding.
Over the weekend, activity was reportedly buzzing at her Rhode Island estate, where she is said to have hosted a lavish bachelorette-style gathering for friends.
Her longtime friend Abigail Anderson was reportedly among those spotted at the oceanfront property, alongside several other guests.
Security presence around the compound became noticeable last Wednesday, with women dressed in black and white seen on rooftop balconies.
Meanwhile, plans for Swift and Kelce’s wedding continue to generate headlines. The couple is reportedly preparing for a massive reception at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, with around 1,000 guests expected to attend.
Potential attendees are rumored to include Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco, Karlie Kloss, Cara Delevingne, Zoë Kravitz, Ed Sheeran, Suki Waterhouse, Robert Pattinson, and sisters Este, Danielle, and Alana Haim.
Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi appear to be closer than ever after the pair were spotted walking the actor’s dog in Australia.
In photos shared via social media by Deux Moi on Tuesday, June 23, Jenner, 30, accompanied Elordi, 28, on a walk in New South Wales’ Byron Bay before dropping into The Byron Bay General Store, a local cafe.
Jenner and Elordi, who was born and raised two hours’ north of the town in Brisbane, Australia, were both dressed in pop color windbreakers and dark pants for the occasion. The model paired her bright blue jacket with a blue bandana wrapped around her hair, while the Wuthering Heights star pulled the hood of his yellow jacket over his head.
Elordi, who will celebrate his 29th birthday on Friday, June 26, also clutched the leash of Layla, his family’s golden retriever dog. While standing at the cafe’s counter, Elordi also appeared to pay for the pair’s purchases as Jenner watched beside him.
Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi were spotted out on a cozy date night while visiting Japan. Jenner, 30, and Elordi, 28, enjoyed a meal at the restaurant Udon Shin. While sitting at the counter, the pair smiled while taking a photo with several workers. Jenner and the Euphoria actor rocked matching black T-shirts for the […]
The couple have notched up multiple international vacations since Us Weekly confirmed their romance in April. Jenner and Elordi were spotted enjoying time together in Hawaii in May before enjoying the sights of Tokyo, Japan the following month.
While their time in Hawaii remained low-key, their Tokyo adventures were captured by local restaurant owners who took to Instagram to share their star sightings. “Thank you for visiting our restaurant. We sincerely appreciate your patronage and look forward to serving you again” a post shared via pizzeria Seirinkan’s Instagram account read on June 1, which came after the pair’s visit to ramen restaurant Udon Shin.
A source exclusively told Us in May that the duo, who have been friends for years, felt a more serious connection while visiting Hawaii that month. “Kendall and Jacob have become very close recently,” the insider told Us on May 20. “They were excited to get away to Hawaii and have some downtime together.”
Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi appear to be spending more time together than ever. Photos published by TMZ on Sunday, May 24, seemingly showed the model, 30, standing inside a Montecito restaurant with the Euphoria actor, 28. According to the outlet, the pair dropped into the eatery “with pals” in what was a “double date” […]
They added that “things are progressing” since finding an initial spark in January. “They have been consistently seeing each other when they can. It is much more serious now, without a label,” the source added at the time.
The couple have seemingly clicked with Jenner’s sister, Kylie, after the siblings were spotted on several double dates with Elordi and Kylie’s boyfriend, Timothée Chalamet. “It has really worked out that they can hang out with Kylie and Timothée, and it has been so fun for all of them to be together,” the insider noted of the couples’ time together. “The group dynamic has made things even easier because there’s no pressure and everyone gets along naturally. They’ve been enjoying low-key dinners and just hanging out at home casually.”
Most major streaming services tend to have one element that helps them stand out above the pack. Netflix has crafted a library of extremely popular shows, including Stranger Things and Squid Game. Apple TV is quickly becoming a major hub for the next wave of groundbreaking science fiction shows. Prime Video has buzzy genre fare like Invincible and Fallout, not to mention the added bonus of connecting to different services via Amazon Prime. Yet all of these services are slowly becoming overshadowed by another streamer with a built-in advantage that no one expected.
That service would be Tubi. Launched in 2014, Tubi was designed as an ad-supported streaming service by creators Farhad Massoudi and Thomas Ahn Hicks. It flew under the radar for years, largely overshadowed by the programming other streamers put out. However, Tubi quickly became one of the biggest streaming services in the game. It’s grown its subscriber base to 78 million users and seen a massive increase in revenue and usage. What led to Tubi’s sudden surge in popularity? The answer is simple: it costs nothing to install or to start watching, and that’s a big draw for many viewers in the streaming age.
Tubi’s FAST Model Gives It A Leg Over Other Streamers
One of the biggest issues most people have with streaming services is the rising costs. At a time when most people are struggling to get by, seeing Netflix prices go up has subscribers questioning if they want to stay subscribed. On the other hand, Tubi’s FAST (free ad-supported streaming) model is quickly becoming more attractive to wider audiences. All you have to do is sit through a few ads at certain points, and you can enjoy your programming for free. While other FAST services like Pluto TV and the Roku Channel have their own steady subscriber bases, those bases haven’t grown as much as Tubi’s.
Tubi’s growth began to surge in 2019, when it signed a deal with NBCUniversal to bolster its programming library. It’s continued to grow over the past few years, due to its acquisition by Fox and a steady stream of licensing deals. The fact that major studios like Warner Bros. Pictures and Universal are willing to lend out their programming to Tubi, combined with its free-to-watch model, makes it a major draw for new users. Why pay a staggering fee for multiple streaming services when you can save money and just tune into one? Tubi’s chief marketing officer, Nicole Parlapiano, perfectly summed up the streamer’s advantages during an interview last year.
“Our fans come in, and they behave like [subscription streaming] viewers. The only difference is they don’t pay for it.”
Tubi’s Diverse Streaming Lineup Makes It Stand Out
Another reason more viewers are drawn to Tubi is its truly unique collection of movies and TV shows. Millennials who grew up on Saturday morning cartoons can check out series like Static Shock and Ben 10. Anime lovers have the entirety of classic series like Yu-Gi-Oh! and Naruto at their fingertips. Genre fans can check out the Percy Jackson movies or even a sci-fi classic like Independence Day. Tubi’s also become a livestreaming hub for major sporting events, including the Super Bowl and this year’s FIFA World Cup, which makes it a streamer worth investing in.
Tubi also invests in its own original programming, which has yielded surprisingly successful results. Whether it’s original movies like R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead or TV revivals like Wynonna Earp: Vengeance, there’s a wide range of projects designed to appeal to different audiences. Tubi’s biggest venture into original programming is its “Creatorverse“, which spotlights social media creators from YouTube and other platforms as they create their own shows. At a time when movies like Obsession and Backrooms are enjoying box office success, that’s a wise investment.
The rising success of Tubi is something that more streamers should pay attention to. It didn’t need a bottomless budget or a splashy new prestige series to grow its audience. It got by on a simple model that’s drawing in viewers, and that might be what wins the “streaming wars”.
In a galaxy far, far away, George Lucas envisioned a universe in which the battle of good and evil became a pop culture phenomenon. Perhaps the most beloved and devoted franchise in media, Star Wars has provided the world with some of the most incredible characters. We’ve become so enamored with the Jedis and Sith Lords because of the power they wield: the Force. A mysterious, metaphysical energy field created by all life that surrounds, penetrates, and binds everything in the universe together, the Force is not inherently good or evil, but it is channeled through two primary philosophical aspects: the Light Side and the Dark Side. It’s those approaches that create the epic battles in the galaxy.
There are only certain Force-sensitive individuals who can harness its power to gain supernatural abilities; quite an arsenal of Force powers, actually. For this list, we are going to examine the greatest Force powers at users’ disposal, going through some of the most iconic moments in which we saw them in action. They’re more than just a Force check or Jedi mind tricks, but in terms of cinema, they certainly make for some of the greatest moments in Star Wars history.
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Force Spirit
For those who might need a little extra boost, they can often be visited by the galaxy version of a ghost: a Force spirit. The power is the preserved consciousness of a deceased Force-sensitive being. Unlike ordinary beings who dissolved into the Cosmic Force upon death, these individuals retained their memories, personalities, and forms to guide and mentor the living. This technique is exclusively tied to the light side of the Force, as it requires complete surrender of the ego and detachment from worldly powers.
The first modern Jedi to rediscover the ancient secret was Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson), who in turn passed his knowledge to Yoda (Frank Oz) and Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor). This legacy was passed down to help guide Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), who then learned to manifest as Force spirits to guide the next generation of Jedi. The most famous example occurred during the original trilogy in which Obi-Wan (Alec Guinness) guided Luke in the trench run of the Death Star, later returning to him on Dagobah and Endor.
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Shatterpoint
One of the rarer Force abilities in the Star Wars universe is known as shatterpoint. This power allows its user to sense and exploit crucial weaknesses in objects, people, or events that can alter the outcome of a situation. Call it Jedi intuition. By applying this Force pressure to the focal points, its user can break otherwise indestructible elements and alter the course of fate. Its most prominent user is Jedi Master Mace Windu (Terrence C. Carson), whose powers were explored further in the Legends novel Shatterpoint by Matthew Stover.
As seen in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, he perceived that Count Dooku (Corey Burton) was a major shatterpoint of the Clone Wars. He sensed that if Dooku had been killed in the arena on Geonosis, the entire devastating galactic war might never have started. He was also able to sense the shatterpoints surrounding Anakin Skywalker (Matt Lanter), sensing that he would either doom the Jedi Order or save it. He also recognized that Supreme Chancellor Palpatine’s (Ian Abercrombie) shatterpoint was the chosen one, Anakin. Unfortunately, Mace Windu was killed before he could alter that fate.
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Force Whisper
Perhaps the most famous power on this list is the Force Whisper, colloquially known as the Jedi Mind Trick. This power is a telepathic Force ability that allows its user to manipulate the thoughts, feelings, and actions of another sentient being without violence. It’s a persuasion technique frequently used to avoid conflict, bypass guards, interrogate subjects, or plant information. There are limitations, though. Species with highly independent minds are completely immune to the trick.
The very first time Star Wars fans would have witnessed Force whisper in action on film was Star Wars: Episode IV—A New Hope. Here, Obi-Wan Kenobi uses the technique on Imperial stormtroopers in Mos Eisley, famously waving his hand and stating, “These aren’t the droids you’re looking for.” Later, the mentor used the Force whisper to encourage Luke during his trench run. Obi-Wan Kenobi was notorious for this skill, as in Star Wars: Episode II— Attack of the Clones, the younger iteration of the character uses the mind trick on Elan Sleazebaggano (Matt Doran), a drug dealer attempting to sell him death sticks. Obi-Wan commands the dealer to stop his illicit trade by uttering, “You will go home and rethink your life.” In the sequel trilogy, Rey (Daisy Ridley) showcases her ability with it, using the mind trick on a First Order stormtrooper.
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Force Vision
Force vision allows Force-sensitive individuals to perceive events in the past, present, or future. From vague premonitions to immersive, dreamlike states, this power is used by both Jedi and Sith to seek warnings, guidance, or hidden truths. Through Jedi teaching, it’s emphasized that the future is always in motion; thus, Force vision is a means to show only possible outcomes or paths. It’s also very subject to interpretation, as it can be influenced by the viewer’s emotions and fears.
One of the most prominent examples in the Skywalker Saga comes in Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back, in which Luke sees himself beneath Darth Vader’s (James Earl Jones) mask, serving as a warning of the dark path he might take should he give himself over to anger. In hindsight, this scene became even more valuable upon learning the origin of the iconic villain. For Anakin (Hayden Christensen), he’s plagued by a Force vision of his wife, Padmé Amidala (Natalie Portman), dying in childbirth, which drives him to the dark side in desperation, ultimately becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy. Perhaps Padmé might have died sooner had Ahsoka Tano (Ashley Eickstein) not had a vision of her assassination, which allowed her to track her down and stop it in The Clone Wars.
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Force Drain
Now, for something that the dark side loves to use: Force drain. This power allows its practitioner to siphon life essence and Force energy from living targets to heal, empower, or sustain themselves. Rather than drawing on the natural harmony of the Force, the Force-sensitive individual relies on parasitically feeding on the death and suffering of others. Force drain can manifest on different scales, including physically targeting their victim, draining at a distance, targeting multiple victims, and, at their absolute peak, some Sith Lords can consume the life force of entire planets.
The use of this power has extended throughout Star Wars lore across multiple platforms. In the video games The Old Republic and Knights of the Old Republic, the Sith Emperor Vitiate (Doug Bradley) performed the apocalyptic ritual on the planet Nathema while Darth Nihilus drained the entire Miraluka colony on the planet Katarr to sustain himself. Before that, in Tales of the Jedi comics, Exar Kun drained the energy of the entire Massassi species on Yavin 4 to trap his spirit inside his temple for millennia. In Star Wars: Episode IX—The Rise of Skywalker, Darth Sidious (Ian McDiarmid) notoriously drains the life force and Force Dyad energy from Rey and Ben Solo (Adam Driver), allowing him to rejuvenate his frail body to an immense state of power.
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Telekinesis
Perhaps the other most infamous Force power is telekinesis, though casual fans liken it to the Force choke. Though that’s one ability under the telekinesis umbrella, we’re going to lump all its power into one. This ability authorizes its user to manipulate matter with the mind using the Force. It is one of the most fundamental, versatile, and frequently used Force powers by both sides. The power can range from a saber throw, which can guide a lightsaber through the air, to a Force barrier, in which a concentrated shield of kinetic energy is formed to deflect projectiles.
The scale of this power varies drastically depending on the user’s skill, focus, and training. An average Patawan might be able to lift a small rock or retrieve a lightsaber, while legendary Force users might be able to rip starships out of the sky. And right in the middle is Darth Vader choking the life out of those who cross him. In the franchise’s canon, telekinesis is seen quite often. In The Empire Strikes Back, Yoda famously demonstrates the power by telekinetically lifting Luke’s sunken X-wing from the swampy waters of Dagobah. In Star Wars: Episode VIII—The Last Jedi, Rey and Kylo Ren use telekinesis to simultaneously pull on the Skywalker lightsaber. Needless to say, the range of this power is vast and quite useful.
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Force Lightning
One of the more visually iconic and recognizable powers is known as Force Lightning. This destructive ability allows a Force-user to shoot crackling arcs of electrical energy from their fingertips. It is predominantly a dark side ability as it is fueled by negative emotions, hatred, anger, and malice. Its power can inflict excruciating pain and is used to torture or kill. Light side Force-users have been known to manifest a variant of the energy projection, even being able to block it with their lightsaber or neutralize the electrical energy via tutaminis or Force absorption.
Force lighting is a signature weapon of the Sith. In Return of the Jedi, Emperor Palpatine used it to torture Luke. Count Dooku frequently used his blue lighting to incapacitate Obi-Wan and Anakin during his duels in Attack of the Clones and The Clone Wars. Mother Talzin (Barbara Goodson), leader of the Nightsisters, used a greenish, magical variation, drawing on the energy of Dathomir rather than raw Sith hatred. The Son (Sam Witwer), the physical manifestation of the dark side realm of Mortis, wields an incredibly powerful red force lighting.
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Force Healing
Now, for something for the light side: Force healing. In the Star Wars realm, Force healing is a rare and powerful ability that allows its user to mend injuries, cure poisons, and save lives by transferring their vital life energy into a wounded target. Depending on the severity of what needs healing, the selfless act often physically weakens the practitioner. That said, they can often recover their strength through rest and meditation.
The evolution of this lore was brought into the mainstream Star Wars on two massive occasions. In Rise of Skywalker, Rey heals a wounded Vexis in the desert and later channels the energy to heal Kylo Ren after impaling him with his lightsaber. Not to be outdone, their Force dyad came in when Ben Solo gave his remaining life force to resurrect Rey after she perishes, defeating Darth Sidious. The more adorable iteration of the power came in The Mandalorian at the hands of Grogu, who used his ability to heal Greef Karga’s (Carl Weathers) fatal, venomous wound. Star Wars fans have debated why characters like Obi-Wan or Anakin didn’t use this power to save their loved ones in earlier stories.
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Force Storm
An extension of Force lighting is the even more powerful Force storm. This incredibly destructive, volatile ability combines deep dark side energy, Force lighting, and complex rituals to manipulate space and weather. It’s a cataclysmic ability that can even rip holes in space-time. It’s not a power that any ordinary Force-sensitive individual can conjure, though it has been seen throughout the Star Wars universe, including the Legends expanded universe and via the games.
The most vibrant occasion came at the hands of Emperor Palpatine. In the Dark Empire comic series, Palpatine uses his anger to conjure titanic storms, even reaching thousands of light-years from his fortress world of Byss to Coruscant. The galactic devastation scorched planetary surfaces and opened wormholes across the galaxy. His usage expanded in The Rise of Skywalker as he conjured a localized storm, marking its sole movie appearance. Another prime example is Bendu (Tom Baker), an enigmatic, neutral Force entity who summons a hurricane-force wind and lightning over the planet Atollon to attack both Imperial and Rebel forces in Star Wars Rebels.
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Midi-Chlorian Manipulation
It’s one thing to shape a battle; it’s another to shape the entire future and history — that’s the overwhelming power of midi-chlorian manipulation. The profound and dangerous ability directly influences microscopic, intelligent life forms within the cells of living beings. By communicating with or altering these organisms, the user can heal the sick, drain the Force energy from others, and, most importantly, create life itself. It’s the latter that became Star Wars‘ most famous application. The lore behind midi-chlorians acts as a bridge between the physical self and the cosmic Force. A higher concentration per cell allows an individual to channel the Force better than others.
The concept came to fruition when the Sith Lord Darth Plagueis conducted extensive experiments to create new life. It is said that it was the catalyst for Anakin Skywalker’s immaculate conception by the Force. Plagueis sought eternal life by coaxing midi-chlorians to cheat mortality. The Force fought back against his unnatural experiments, which caused the attempt to alter the galactic balance to conceive Anakin as the Chosen One. There are some who believe this power is useless or futile, but in the grander picture of the Skywalker Saga, it’s a crucial plot point that shaped the story.
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