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10 Greatest Blockbuster Movie Climaxes, Ranked
The film industry changed forever after Steven Spielberg released Jaws into the world. Typically regarded as the very first true blockbuster in history, this creature feature gave way to the creation of big-budget films aimed at mass markets, usually designed to generate tremendous box office returns. Ever since 1975, several of the world’s greatest movies have fallen into the blockbuster category.
A good, emotionally effective climax is essential to virtually any kind of movie, but it’s particularly important for blockbusters. Unsurprisingly, it’s precisely the kinds of blockbusters that have received the most critical acclaim and have had the most financial success over the years that tend to have the most exciting climaxes. Whether they’re action-packed, suspenseful, emotionally stirring, or all of that and more at the same time, they’re a masterclass in how to execute a third act with staying power.
There are spoilers ahead!
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‘The Avengers’ (2012)
Nowadays, the Marvel Cinematic Universe needs no introduction of any sort. The franchise sparked by Iron Man back in 2008 is today the highest-grossing film franchise in history. But it all had to start somewhere, and even though it was Tony Stark that gave origin to the series, it was arguably Joss Whedon‘s The Avengers that really proved this formula for interconnected films could really work at a mass scale.
Before Infinity War proved MCU climaxes could be heartbreaking, and before Endgame went all-out with what’s perhaps the biggest climax in blockbuster history, the best MCU team-up movie practically invented the formula for MCU climaxes back in 2012. Never before had the world seen a final battle quite like this one in a film, and even as MCU climaxes have only gotten bigger and more epic, this one has nevertheless aged the best out of the bunch.
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‘The Dark Knight’ (2008)
Christopher Nolan is no stranger to making films with heart-pounding climaxes, but the best of them all is arguably the one from his most acclaimed movie: The Dark Knight. Praised by most as the greatest comic book film ever made, this is far more than just a superhero blockbuster: It’s one of the greatest action thrillers of all time, a gripping crime tale that has aged like fine wine.
Another one of the reasons why The Dark Knight is so highly acclaimed is that it has one of the best climaxes of any thriller. This finale transcends typical superhero story tropes by focusing on thematic weight, psychological tension, and cathartic payoffs. First, testing Batman’s moral compass against the Joker’s sense of chaos; and then, forcing the Dark Knight to face the downfall of Harvey Dent, Nolan creates what may just be the best climax of any Batman movie ever made.
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‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ (2015)
Australian cinema and low-budget action cinema were never the same again after George Miller released Mad Max in 1979. The franchise led all the way to the somewhat-underwhelming Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome in 1985, and it would take a whopping three decades for Miller to finally return to the fascinating world of Max Rockatansky’s wasteland. Thankfully, not only did Mad Max: Fury Road live up to expectations, it set a new gold standard for the genre as a whole.
Indeed, this is one of the most perfectly-made action movies ever. Miller directs the endless chase of the film’s first two acts with exhilarating imagination and over-the-top energy. The movie’s only quiet moment is a turning point for the characters, who realize that salvation lies not in escape, but rather in heading back home. The adrenaline-pumping climax that cements Fury Road as a truly perfect masterpiece is a thematic subversion of everything that’s come before, and it’s as exciting as it is unexpectedly emotional.
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‘Terminator 2: Judgment Day’ (1991)
James Cameron is one of the greatest visionaries in the history of cinema. That said, however, not everyone is as huge of a fan of his work as most people tend to be, but if there’s one bit of praise for Cameron that’s absolutely undeniable, it’s that the man knows how to lead up to a flawless climax. Case in point: Terminator 2: Judgment Day, which has one of the best climaxes of any action movie.
Relentless action, cutting-edge special effects, thematic closure, and emotionally stirring character work are all the reasons why Terminator 2‘s thrilling final moments are as effective and timeless as they are. A story about a machine learning to be human is a fascinating enough concept on paper, but the masterful way in which Cameron executes such a concept culminates in a climax that makes it shockingly difficult not to shed at least a couple of tears.
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‘Aliens’ (1986)
Terminator 2 has a truly irresistible climax, but Cameron arguably delivered an even stronger third act five years prior, in 1986’s Aliens. It was always going to be hard to follow up a horror sci-fi classic of a stature as legendary as that of Ridley Scott‘s Alien, but the genre switch that Cameron executed by taking the franchise in the direction of an action epic was absolutely seamless.
Aliens has one of the best climaxes of any sci-fi movie, where Ripley faces the Alien Queen in a final showdown aboard the Sulaco spacecraft to save Newt. It’s basically the Alien climax on space steroids, cementing Ripley as a mech-riding action movie icon and showing why Sigourney Weaver made it all the way to an Academy Award nomination with this performance.
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‘Mission: Impossible — Fallout’ (2018)
Even with the tremendous acclaimex that it received upon release and is still showered with today, Mission: Impossible — Fallout somehow still doesn’t receive enough credit as one of the greatest action movies ever made. It’s the pinnacle of the Mission: Impossible franchise, setting Ethan Hunt and his team in their highest-stakes adventure yet.
Ethan’s chase of Walker on a helicopter culminates in the hero and villain engaging in a brutal fistfight at the edge of a cliff.
Fallout is one of the most exciting thrillers of the 21st century, and that’s largely thanks to how immensely exciting its climax is. Ethan’s chase of Walker on a helicopter culminates in the hero and villain engaging in a brutal fistfight at the edge of a cliff, all against the clock as a nuclear weapon is mere minutes away from blowing up. The stakes are nail-bitingly high, the practical stuntwork is as life-defying as it is delightful to watch, and Tom Cruise and Henry Cavill‘s performances are top-notch. It’s 21st-century action filmmaking at its climactic best.
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‘Titanic’ (1997)
Who else but James Cameron? Who, if not the Canadian legend, could have turned a period romance drama set aboard a doomed ship into one of the very few films ever to make more than $2 billion dollars at the box office? Titanic is one of the biggest phenomena in the history of cinema, and quite fittingly, it has one of the best climaxes of any epic movie.
Watching the Titanic sink is one of the most emotionally rousing sequences in the history of the Seventh Art. It’s gut-wrenching, tragic, romantic, technically flawless, and full of cathartic moments. While the vast majority of blockbusters have climaxes that are action-packed and largely reliant on a feeling of excitement, Titanic‘s climax sets it apart as one of the most unique blockbusters the world has ever gotten.
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‘The Empire Strikes Back’ (1980)
It’s anyone’s guess whether George Lucas had any semblance of a clue back in 1977 that what he was creating would soon become the biggest transmedia franchise in history. Star Wars as a whole is an icon of cinema, and fans and non-fans of the series alike tend to agree that the question of which film from the galaxy far, far away is the best of the bunch has an easy answer: The Empire Strikes Back.
It’s one of the best movie masterpieces of the last 50 years, concluding in a good old-fashioned Hero’s Journey climax atop Cloud City. Luke’s confrontation against Vader culminates in what’s perhaps the most iconic plot twist in movie history, paralleled by the Millennium Falcon’s crew daring escape from the claws of the Empire. What makes this whole climax all the more effective is the fact that, unusually for blockbusters of this nature, it’s full of loss and tragedy for our brave heroes.
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‘The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers’ (2002)
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers isn’t often regarded as the best installment of the trilogy, but there’s one bit of praise that virtually anyone who’s ever seen this adaptation of J. R. R. Tolkien‘s work agrees on: The Two Towers has by far the best climax of the series. The Battle of Helm’s Deep is far and away the best battle of The Lord of the Rings, and even one of the best in movie history.
This entire sequence, brilliantly intercut with Frodo, Sam, and Gollum at the edge of Mordor, is cinematic excitement in its purest form. You can experience the full spectrum of human emotions by watching The Two Towers‘ climax and third act: There’s tragedy, suspense, cathartic triumph, a sprinkle of poignancy, and some of the most eye-popping action of the 2000s as the cherry on top.
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‘Jaws’ (1975)
It was Spielberg’s Jaws that fathered the concept we now understand as a summer blockbuster, and fittingly, it has what’s still the best climax of any blockbuster in history. It’s not as big as The Two Towers‘ final battle, nor as emotion-driven as the sinking at the end of Titanic, but it’s its small scale and taut nature that makes it one of the greatest third acts in the history of cinema.
Jaws is one of the most exciting movie masterpieces ever made largely because of this climax. It’s a sequence that’s pure survival horror in its most terrifying, technically faultless, and tautly-written form. The escalation of the whole sequence is relentless, from the shark beginning to destroy the boat to Quint’s tragic death. It’s a masterclass in how to pace a climax, and it’s proof of why Steven Spielberg is the most important name in the history of blockbusters.
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Meghan Markle is celebrating the arrival of a new season with a rare look into her home life with Prince Harry and their children.
Markle, 44, took to Instagram on Tuesday, June 9, to post a carousel of candid photos snapped throughout the couple’s idyllic home in Montecito, California.
“Springing into summer 🌼,” the Duchess of Sussex captioned the post, which opened with a black-and-white snap of herself lying on the grass with a straw hat, concealing her face as she sprawled beside a bunch of fresh-cut blooms.
Another shot captured Harry, 41, kicking a super-sized soccer ball around the grass with the couple’s son, Archie, 7, while another image showed their daughter, Lilibet, 5, wearing a white T-shirt emblazoned with an illustration of Beyoncé. “B if for Beyoncé,” read a line of text above the drawing, which also depicted large hoop earrings that read “Queen Bey” from left to right.
A second black-and-white shot showed Markle and Harry from behind, seated on a bench seemingly amid a workout as Markle rested her sneaker-clad feet up next to her as she cuddled Harry, who wore a backwards cap.
Additional photos in the carousel showed the couple’s rescue beagle, Mamma Mia, sleeping under the sunshine just off the home’s porch, a bird’s nest filled with three white eggs and later with three baby birds, Markle rocking a double denim ensemble and slicing onions in the kitchen, and a basket haul of fresh vegetables and fruit seemingly harvested from the family’s garden.
Just five days prior, Markle celebrated Lilibet’s 5th birthday with a smaller Instagram carousel that showed both the youngster exploring a lush green garden and her being doted on by her beaming parents. “Our dream girl,” Markle captioned the post. “Happy 5th birthday, Lili.”
Meghan Markle is celebrating her and Prince Harry’s daughter, Princess Lilibet, on International Women’s Day. “For the woman she will one day be … Happy International Women’s Day,” Meghan, 44, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, March 8, noting that the photo was taken by Harry, 41. “📸: Papa Sussex.” In the snap, Meghan is seen […]
Markle and Harry tied the knot on May 19, 2018, at Windsor Castle’s St George’s Chapel in England. They celebrated their one-year wedding anniversary the same month that they welcomed Archie into the world. The following year, the pair announced their decision to step back as senior members of the royal family before relocating to the U.S. permanently.
News broke in August, 2020, that the couple had purchased a $14.65 million home in Montecito. A source told Us Weekly at the time, “Montecito is only just over an hour’s drive from L.A., which is where a majority of their work is based, yet far enough away to escape the crowds, paparazzi and tourism in Hollywood.”
Lilibet arrived in June 2021. The pair shared via a statement posted to their philanthropy website at the time, “On June 4th, we were blessed with the arrival of our daughter, Lili. She is more than we could have ever imagined, and we remain grateful for the love and prayers we’ve felt from across the globe. Thank you for your continued kindness and support during this very special time for our family.”
The couple added that their daughter’s first name was chosen to honor her late great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, who died at the age of 96 in September 2022. She had held the family nickname, Lilibet, herself.
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Prime Video’s ongoing fantasy series has become a streaming hit. The Amazon-owned streaming platform has been making headlines lately, with shows like Spider-Noir and Off Campus catching audiences’ attention. But, this week, the streaming platform released the latest installment of its adult fantasy adventure.
The Legend of Vox Machina is an animated fantasy series that began as a Dungeons & Dragons web series/live stream called Critical Role, starring Matthew Mercer as the dungeon master and featuring Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Liam O’Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham as the players. In 2019, a Kickstarter campaign was announced to help fund one animated special, but fans raised over $1 million within the first hour the campaign launched, leading to the show receiving a full season.
Since The Legend of Vox Machina debuted in 2022, the show has released three seasons and is currently airing its fourth. As of writing, the first three episodes of Season 4 were released, and over the weekend, The Legend of Vox Machina landed at #5 on Prime Video’s Top 10 charts worldwide, sitting between Clarkson’s Farm and Yo soy Betty la fea. With only three episodes out, Season 4 of The Legend of Vox Machina received high praise, earning a perfect critics’ score and a 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What Is ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ About?
Based on the first Dungeons & Dragons campaign of Critical Role, The Legend of Vox Machina is set in Mercer’s fictional world of Exandria. The series follows Vox Machina, a group of adventurers who undertake dangerous quests to protect the realm. In Season 3, the team faced the Chroma Conclave, a powerful alliance of dragons that sought to conquer Tal’Dorei. After defeating the Conclave, Vox Machina goes their separate ways. Scanlan Shorthalt (Riegel) leaves to travel with his daughter, Kaylie, while Keyleth (Ray) continues her Aramenté, with Vax’ildan (O’Brien) accompanying her. Meanwhile, Vex’ahlia (Bailey) and Percy de Rolo (Jaffe) begin a new chapter together in Whitestone. Season 4 picks up one year after the events of Season 3, exploring what has become of the members of Vox Machina since their separation. However, a new threat soon emerges, forcing the legendary heroes to reunite once again.
The first three episodes of The Legend of Vox Machina Season 4 are available to stream on Prime Video, with new episodes coming out every Wednesday. Follow Collider for more updates.
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January 27, 2022
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Prime Video
- Showrunner
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Brandon Auman
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Young Heller, Eugene Lee, Alicia Chan
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Eugene Son, Travis Willingham, Chris Wyatt, Kevin Burke, Suzanne Keilly, Mae Catt, Todd Casey, Ashly Burch, May Chan, Marc Bernardin
Travis Kelce found himself at the center of unexpected controversy after a joking comment from model Jena Sims sparked backlash among Taylor Swift’s fans.
The wife of golfer Brooks Koepka recently referred to the Kansas City Chiefs star as her “hall pass” while recalling their meeting earlier this year, a remark that quickly ignited criticism online.
While Sims appeared to be joking, many Swift supporters were unimpressed, with some accusing her of crossing a line by publicly discussing the NFL star in that way.
The controversy stems from comments Sims recently made while reflecting on her interactions with Travis Kelce.
The model first met the NFL star at a pro-am golf event in Scottsdale, Arizona, earlier this year.
Kelce and Koepka were paired together for nine holes during the tournament, giving Sims an opportunity to meet someone she had apparently admired for years.
At the time, she openly shared her excitement on social media. “I’m obsessed with Taylor Swift’s fiance even before Taylor was in the picture,” Sims said in a TikTok post.
She also uploaded a photo of herself standing alongside Koepka and Kelce at the event while supporting her husband on the course.
Months later, Sims revisited that encounter during an interview and made another comment that quickly grabbed attention online.
While speaking about meeting Kelce, Sims jokingly referred to him as her celebrity exception. “I was so excited to meet Travis Kelce, I mean, he’s my hall pass. Brooks knows that,” she said in an interview with PEOPLE.
The actress also admitted she specifically planned her outfit for the occasion because she knew the NFL star would be there. According to her, she decided to go for something a “little more sportier” than usual.
Sims revealed that her husband found the whole thing amusing. “Brooks was like, ‘You’re so ridiculous,’” she recalled.
Elsewhere in the interview, she also shared that Kelce recognized her when they crossed paths again several weeks later at the Masters. According to her, the interaction caught her completely off guard.
“He came straight up to me and was like, ‘Hey, it’s good to see you again,’” she said. The recognition surprised Sims because she never expected Kelce to remember her after their brief meeting in Arizona.
“I’m like, ‘Oh my God. You remember me?’” she recalled.
Although she clearly enjoyed the interaction, Sims joked that she will not be receiving an invitation to Kelce and Swift’s wedding.
Despite making the remarks as a joke, many Taylor Swift fans did not find the comments quite as funny. Several took to social media to criticize the interview, arguing that the remarks were inappropriate considering Travis Kelce’s relationship with the singer.
One user wrote per the Daily Mail, “This is the kinda sh-t you keep to yourself and don’t say in an interview…” Others were equally blunt in their reactions.
The backlash continued as Swift fans dissected various parts of Sims’ interview. Some were particularly surprised by her admission that she intentionally dressed differently because she expected to meet Kelce.
“To admit the outfit you’re wearing is because of Travis ….like wtf who says that in an interview,” one critic commented.
Another user questioned why the topic needed to be discussed publicly at all. “I’ve never heard of this woman but how disrespectful to all involved. Maybe she shouldn’t be publicly sharing her ‘hall pass’ as a joke,” they said.
Others summed up their reactions in simpler terms. “CRINGE,” one person posted.
Swift and Kelce’s Rumored Venue Linked To Attack That Left Five Injured
Amid the drama, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting ready to walk down the aisle this summer.
As the couple gear up for their big day, their wedding venue has been connected to a disturbing crime story.
As The Blast reported, a violent stabbing rampage unfolded just steps away from Madison Square Garden, the New York arena reportedly being considered for their wedding.
According to reports, five people were slashed inside Penn Station on June 7 when an assailant allegedly attacked victims at random inside the busy transit hub located directly beneath Madison Square Garden.
The incident immediately drew attention because Swift and Kelce are rumored to be planning to host between 1,100 and 1,200 guests on July 3.
Now, security concerns have become an even bigger talking point. Reports indicate Madison Square Garden quickly has implemented enhanced security measures for major events in the area, including increased screening procedures, perimeter controls, and stricter entry requirements.
Taylor Swift Reportedly Left Feeling ‘Very Vulnerable’ After Wedding Leaks Force Major Changes
Last month, The Blast reported that Swift and Travis Kelce were forced to overhaul parts of their wedding plans after a series of leaks exposed details about the highly anticipated event.
According to sources, the leaks were “incredibly disheartening” for the couple, with one insider claiming they had already changed venues and dates in an effort to protect their privacy.
“They’ve had to change venues and dates. It’s been such a monstrous headache, but even worse, it has left Taylor feeling very vulnerable. There are a lot of questions about who to trust,” the source said.
The reported breaches allegedly prompted Swift to become even more protective of the guest list, with strict no-plus-one rules implemented for many attendees.
Insiders claimed the singer didn’t want “random faces in the crowd” and was determined to prevent anyone from “spying” on the ceremony.
One source described the planning process as being “orchestrated like a military operation,” adding that Swift was willing to make “hard choices” if it meant preserving the privacy of what is expected to be one of the most closely watched celebrity weddings in recent memory.
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ Meets ‘The Lord of the Rings’ in This Fantasy Adventure Sleeper Hit
While science fiction has been dominating entertainment in 2026, fantasy has been on the rise lately, with the release of Masters of the Universe, Season 4 of The Legend of Vox Machina, and, arguably, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, which has reached $1 billion at the global box office. With many fantasy-adventure projects coming out, it’s no surprise that fans of the genre are revisiting one of its most underrated films, which features a star-studded cast but was seen as a box-office disappointment despite high praise.
Recently, a handful of projects that were seen as disappointments at release have found new audiences on streaming. One current example is the Battleship movie — based on the board game of the same name and featuring a slew of A-list celebrities — which was one of the “biggest box-office bombs of all time,” but has made a streaming comeback. Now, another movie based on a popular board game has found a new audience on streaming.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves was a 2023 fantasy heist film based on the Dungeons & Dragons franchise. Recently, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves dominated Pluto TV’s Top 10 Movie charts during the weekend, ranking #1 in the U.S., just above Top Gun: Maverick. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves stars Chris Pine as Edgin the bard, as he embarks on a heist with his friend Holga the barbarian (Michelle Rodriguez), Simon the wizard (Justice Smith), and Doric the druid (Sophia Lillis) to take back a magic artifact from their former friend and con artist Forge (Hugh Grant), and regain the trust of Edgin’s daughter, Kira (Chloe Coleman). Alongside the main cast, the film also features Bradley Cooper as Holga’s ex-husband, Marlamin; the Australian comedy group Aunty Donna; and a live-action cameo from the main characters of the Dungeons & Dragons TV series.
Is ‘Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ Worth Watching?
Since its release, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves has grossed over $208 million worldwide and was seen as a box-office disappointment. However, the movie was highly praised, earning a 91% Certified Fresh critics’ score and a 92% Verified Hot audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. According to critics, ScreenRant praised the movie’s action sequences and special effects, but there were moments where it may be hard to keep up with the Dungeons & Dragons references, especially for those who have not played the board game. Meanwhile, CBR also praised the movie, most notably the cast, who were able to bring their characters’ personalities and archetypes to life.
Collider’s Carly Lane gave Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves a “B+” rating. She praised the movie for being thoughtful and playful in its execution, and for its filmmakers, Jonathan Goldstein, John Francis Daley, and screenwriter Michael Gillio, for adapting a franchise without shoving Easter eggs or fan service into every scene.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is available to stream on Pluto TV. Follow Collider for more updates.
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March 31, 2023
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134 minutes
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Nick Meyer, Brian Goldner, Jeremy Latcham
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Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance at the premiere of the highly anticipated fifth installment of “Toy Story,” more than a week after revealing that she had recorded a song for the film.
The pop superstar arrived at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, walking the red carpet in a patchwork dress. Later, Swift performed the song “I Knew It, I Knew You,” followed by a duet with legendary composer Randy Newman.
Swift has long been a fan of the “Toy Story” franchise, and her involvement was strictly kept under wraps, making the surprise reveal of her contribution to the film’s soundtrack even more exciting for fans.
On June 9, Taylor Swift was among the stars who attended the “Toy Story 5” premiere at the Dolby Theatre in L.A. The singer stunned in an adorable off-shoulder corset mini dress from Erdem’s 2026 fall/winter collection that she accessorized with a sparkling horseshoe pendant and gold heeled sandals.
Swift’s appearance was a welcome surprise. On June 1, the singer finally confirmed rumors that she was somewhat involved in the latest “Toy Story” movie. In an Instagram post, she shared with her millions of followers that she penned the original song “I Knew It, I Knew You,” for the film.
“I’ve always dreamed of getting to write for these characters who I’ve adored since I was a 5 year old kid watching the first Toy Story movie,” she wrote.
Tom Hanks Signed An Autograph For The Singer
According to USA Today, Swift had a fangirl moment with the film’s stars and asked Tom Hanks, who has voiced Sheriff Woody Pride for more than three decades, for an autograph.
The 36-year-old singer reportedly brought her VHS copy of the first “Toy Story” movie, which was released in 1995 when she was just 5 years old.
“I didn’t get a selfie, but I did sign her original VHS of the first ‘Toy Story.’ I told her she should have brought an original VHS machine, and we could have signed it. And that could go in the Smithsonian as well,” Hanks said of his interaction with Swift.
Taylor Swift Performed Her New Song Live For The First Time
Following the “Toy Story 5” screening, Swift took the stage for a surprise performance. Donning a flowing yellow dress, she sat behind the piano and did a stripped-down version of “I Knew It, I Knew You.”
The song, written specifically for Jessie’s character, is included in the “Toy Story 5” soundtrack. It marks Swift’s latest project with longtime collaborator Jack Antonoff, whom she worked with on several of her albums.
However, the surprise didn’t stop there. Next, composer Randy Newman took his place on the piano and performed a duet of “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” the main theme song of the “Toy Story” franchise.
A Decoy Was Created To Keep The Secret
After Swift’s revelation on June 1, “Toy Story 5” VFX Supervisor Thomas Jordan revealed that only a handful of people knew that Swift had a song in the movie. Jordan said the singer saw an early version of the film in February, wrote a song, and asked them if they wanted it.
The team then created a decoy version of “Toy Story 5,” one where Swift’s song wasn’t included, so they could show Pixar/Disney employees and press the film without spoiling the surprise. Jordan said that even the majority of the crew who worked on the movie did not know about Swift’s involvement.
Rumors Of Taylor Swift’s Involvement Spread In April
Despite the secrecy, eagle-eyed Swifties were quick to figure out several clues.
On April 30, Swift’s official website displayed a countdown clock, but it quickly disappeared. Those who saw it, however, noted that the background showed a blue sky with a few puffy clouds, which was similar to the wallpaper from “Toy Story.”
Later, the singer was spotted wearing a sky-blue dress paired with a yellow purse and red shoes, the signature colors of the “Toy Story” franchise. Then, billboards that featured the “TS” initials with a sky and clouds background appeared at different locations, sparking further speculation. It wasn’t until Swift’s Instagram post, however, that the rumors were confirmed.
In a post on June 5, Swift wrote, “Being a Toy Story kid from the age of 5 til now… is an adventure I plan to be on, to infinity and beyond.”
Love Island USA‘s Sol Dean got brutally honest about how the “taste” of Gabriel Vasconcelos‘ kiss made her reconsider exploring a romance with him.
During the Tuesday, June 9, episode of the Peacock show, Sol and Gabriel bonded at Soul Ties before they gave into the chemistry with a kiss.
“Gabe, he’s obviously handsome. But I can taste people’s pheromones when I’m kissing them,” Sol explained in a confessional.
The bombshell blamed the kiss for shifting her interest, adding, “Sometimes it just turns me off. My body’s just like, ‘That was not it, girl.’”
Love Island USA is all about coupling up — so which Islanders are currently together and which have already called it quits in the villa? Peacock’s popular dating show returned in June 2026 with contestants Aniya Harvey, Beatriz Hatz, Bryce Alakai Dettloff, KC Chandler, Mackenzie “Kenzie” Annis, Melanie Moreno, Sincere Rhea, Sean Reifel, Trinity Tatum […]
Gabriel’s fizzled-out romance with Sol came amid him being coupled up with Beatriz Hatz. Their future remained unclear after he secretly made a move on Sol, who also formed a bond with Sincere Rhea.
The newcomer previously turned heads when the Islanders had to read out sex facts and figure out which of them it was about during a challenge. One of the revelations was that an Islander slept with someone in their 50s.
“I was out and I was having a good time with my friends. She started talking to me and she was hot as f*** for her age,” Gabriel, who is 26 years old, said about his encounter with the 52-year-old. “We had a good night together. She had a lot of experience.”
Gabriel’s sexual history was then joked about when narrator Iain Stirling compared him to a “reverse Leonardo DiCaprio” due to the actor’s dating history. In addition to Gabriel and Beatriz, season 8 of Love Island USA features Aniya Harvey, Bryce Alakai Dettloff, KC Chandler, Mackenzie “Kenzie” Annis, Melanie Moreno, Sincere Rhea, Sean Reifel, Trinity, Corbin Mims, Kayda Bosse and Zach Georgiou.
Sol, Jen Terry and Caleb McDaniel are the newest group of bombshells who entered the villa in hopes of breaking up some couples.
Love Island USA follows a group of singles who must pair off in order to stay in the show’s luxury villa. The contestants — referred to as Islanders — live in isolation in a villa under constant video surveillance. They must be coupled up to remain on the show and earn a shot at the $100,000 prize.
While the islanders are filming nonstop for weeks, viewers are watching daily episodes and casting votes that affect the couples and the fate of the contestants.
Before viewers tuned in, Peacock issued a message to remind the audience to be kind.
“The Villa runs on good vibes, and so does this community. We love seeing your reactions, opinions, and debates, but everyone deserves to feel safe and respected,” read their statement. “This is a space for fun, not negativity – so keep it kind, keep it positive, and remember: this is LOVE Island!”
New episodes of Love Island USA are released six days a week — except for Wednesdays — on Peacock.
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