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10 Must-See Classics Under 90 Minutes Long
Classic films are understandably among the most memorable and iconic in film history, whether for their sweeping sets and timeless narratives or the characters that feel like old friends, still resonating with us all these decades later. For the truly nostalgic, revisiting them or discovering hidden gems is almost inevitable (think comfort food, but for cinephile souls and minds).
What’s especially delightful about these films is that you can watch them in under, or just around, one and a half hours. Compared to today’s marathon-length blockbusters, that’s a breeze. Not that long films are bad — far from it — but sometimes you just want to enjoy great cinema without committing to a whole afternoon. These classic movies under 90 minutes are definitely worth their runtime, delivering a satisfying story in one sitting and no intermission required.
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‘Laura’ (1944)
If you’re in the mood to watch a stylish noir but don’t have much time on your hands, Laura might be your best bet. Directed by Otto Preminger, the 1944 film follows police detective Mark McPherson (Dana Andrews) as he investigates the murder of the beautiful and highly successful advertising executive Laura Hunt (Gene Tierney).
With a haunting David Raksin score, great performances, and a compelling narrative, Laura delivers a great time in front of the screen with a runtime of 88 minutes. The essential noir has influenced plenty of contemporary works — think of David Lynch‘s Twin Peaks, which not only shares the character’s name but also plot and thematic similarities — and cemented its place among the most iconic and innovative films in its genre. In the meantime, it also offers a compelling critique of male obsession and possessiveness.
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‘Cléo from 5 to 7’ (1962)
Anchored by Agnès Varda‘s intimate gaze, Cléo from 5 to 7 is possibly one of the most elegant film picks one could choose under 90 minutes. Drenched in stunning black-and-white visuals, the film transports audiences to the streets of 1960s Paris as it follows the day in the life of beautiful singer Cleo (Corinne Marchand) as she waits to learn whether she has cancer.
Cléo from 5 to 7 fascinates us with its primary, purely internal conflict, observing Cléo’s fear of mortality through a refreshing, empathetic, modern lens. At the heart of the film, Varda contemplates time and the meaning of life, especially when confronted with uncertainty and potentially overwhelming odds. Without being overly preachy, the 90-minute gem has become a French New Wave classic essential that invites viewers to pause, reflect, and find the beauty in their own lives and blessings.
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‘Breathless’ (1960)
Speaking of the French New Wave, Jean-Luc Godard — who even makes a cameo in Varda’s film alongside his partner, Anna Karina— is another filmmaker worth exploring. His iconic, cool and detached Breathless follows a reckless young criminal and small-time thief (Jean-Paul Belmondo) as he steals a car and impulsively murders the motorcycle policeman who pursues him.
Clocking in at just 90 minutes, Breathless deserves the many flowers it has gotten over the years thanks to its innovative filmmaking and its groundbreaking editing. With sheer audacity, the film essentially rejected what cinema had known so far, defying the conventions of post-war French films and American cinema, and cementing its place among the most memorable classics of its time. Another notable Godard classic under 90 minutes is A Woman is a Woman, an upbeat, quirky musical particularly fitting for those who crave a feel-good watch.
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‘Brief Encounter’ (1945)
Fans of slow-burn romance and classic cinema are likely familiar with Brief Encounter, a heart-wrenching David Lean picture that is a masterful meditation on duty and self-sacrifice. The plot follows two strangers, both married to others, who meet in a railroad station and find themselves in a brief but nonetheless intense affair.
Based on Noël Coward‘s one-act play Still Life, this timeless black-and-white romance continues to conquer hearts 80 years following its release — it was voted #2 on the BFI’s 100 best British films of the century — and understandably so. Lean’s film is compelling in its simplicity, with two powerful acting efforts from Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard and a story of missed chances that lingers. What’s even better, the runtime is around 87 minutes.
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‘Rope’ (1948)
Hitchcock enthusiasts who have not yet explored the filmmaker’s entire filmography may be pleased to know that Rope is just around 80 minutes — perfect for whenever you’re short on time but want to indulge in something suspenseful and intriguing. The film essentially follows two college students — arrogant Brandon (John Dall) and his friend Philip (Farley Granger), who murder an old college mate and then host a dinner party to prove their intellectual superiority.
Hitchcock’s first color film may not be his finest, but it’s certainly one of the director’s boldest and most memorable, and perhaps his most theatrical. Rope is particularly notable for taking place in real time and being edited to appear as one long shot. With its technical mastery and great performances (James Stewart also stars as the dangerously perceptive Rupert Cadell), the must-see classic movie remains a thrilling, engaging cinematic experience despite its compactness.
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‘Paths of Glory’ (1957)
As far as iconic war pictures go, Paths of Glory ranks among the most impactful, and it’s not hard to see why. With a short 88-minute runtime, the Stanley Kubrick classic follows a member of the French General Staff who asks his subordinate, the ambitious General Mireau (George Macready), to send his division on a suicide mission to take a well-defended German position.
At its core, Paths of Glory is a fiery indictment of injustice and war. It is widely considered one of Kubrick’s many masterpieces (directed at 29), fascinating not merely through its impressive technicalities — like the long tracking shots that fully immerse audiences — but also through a powerful critique of military arrogance and the dehumanization of humans at war. It’s no wonder that the anti-war powerhouse is preserved in the U.S. National Film Registry for its cultural impact.
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‘Rashomon’ (1950)
From the visionary mind of acclaimed filmmaker Akira Kurosawa, Rashomon helped revolutionize cinema with its nonlinear storytelling. The film follows a priest (Minoru Chiaki), a woodcutter (Takashi Shumura), and another man (Kichijirō Ueda) as they take refuge from a rainstorm in the shell of a former gatehouse.
Rashomon is now celebrated as one of the greatest and most influential films of the 20th century. Part of its appeal lies in its groundbreaking plot device, which involves the various characters’ subjective, alternative, and contradictory versions of the same incident, and also in its meditation on moral ambiguity and subjectivity. All these years later, it remains a revolutionary film in its technicalities and narrative, cementing its place as a timeless cinematic landmark — and at just 88 minutes, it’s a masterpiece worth checking even when one is short on time.
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‘Bicycle Thieves’ (1948)
This Italian neorealism masterwork by Vittorio De Sica is a cinephile fan-favorite. With a powerful portrayal of human suffering and poverty at its center, the story, set in post-war Italy, centers on a working-class man named Antonio (Lamberto Maggiorani) whose bicycle is stolen, ultimately endangering his efforts to find work. Along with his son Bruno (Enzo Staiola), he sets out to find it.
Beyond its moving depiction of poverty, Bicycle Thieves is influential because it revolutionized cinema while capturing the raw grit of everyday life in such a poignant setting. With its stripped-down style and wonderful performances by nonprofessional actors, De Sica’s movie cemented a wave that remains highly relevant these days, enduring as an immediate favorite that feels immersive and heartbreaking at once.
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‘The Passion of Joan of Arc’ (1928)
Among French cinema’s most renowned entries is The Passion of Joan of Arc, which remains a truly moving depiction of the final days, interrogation, and execution of the titular heroine. With a powerful lead performance by Renée Jeanne Falconetti — and Carl Theodor Dreyer‘s direction that emphasizes Joan’s deep suffering with heartbreaking close-ups — the silent epic continues to shatter hearts all over the globe.
There are two different versions of The Passion of Joan of Arc: one runs at 110 minutes and a shorter one is approximately 81 to 82 minutes, which is the commonly available restored version presented by The Criterion Collection. Whether it’s the unparalleled acting performance that many have claimed is the best of all time, the pioneering cinematography and atmosphere, or the narrative’s authenticity to history (the screenplay is based directly on the actual trial records) with crushing emotion, Dreyer’s movie endures as essential viewing for anyone who both wants to dive deep into cinema and understand Joan.
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‘City Lights’ (1931)
When the topic is classic movies under 90 minutes, City Lights — along with other Chaplin essentials like The Kid or Modern Times — immediately comes to mind. The film follows a dewy-eyed Tramp who falls in love with a sight-impaired girl (Virginia Cherrill) who mistakes him for a wealthy man. As he attempts to win her heart, he raises money to pay for an operation to restore her sight.
At 87 minutes, City Lights perfects the romantic comedy genre by mixing fast-paced physical comedy with slower and deeply emotional moments; it is precisely its length that allows for a fully developed silent narrative that sticks with audiences and, for such a reason, remains a must-see cinematic experience, especially for hopeless romantics who don’t mind sitting silently and absorbing its poignant story that culminated in arguably one of the most touching final scenes of all time.
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Twice this week, Chrissy Lampkin has wowed her supporters with a jeans look! Earlier, she opted for a business-casual outfit styled with designer accessories. Then, on Wednesday, she showed the girls how else she can style some jeans. And this time, her ‘fit has social media users saying she’s “aging backwards” and dropping compliments about everything from her face card to her fashion sense!
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Chrissy Lampkin Brings Her Curves Out To Play
And with those curves comes motion! That’s the energy Chrissy brought to her Instagram Reel, shared on March 25. She captioned the post, “Motion party 🔥,” and added the song ‘Motion Party’ by BossMan Dlow. The clip starts with her walking into what looks like a restaurant, holding up her martini glass to cheers, and later wearing a disco ball helmet with a wine glass in her hand. It looks like the 54-year-old was having a BALL outside and flexed her smile throughout the clips to show it!
But, as we mentioned, her aura, location, and even the different happy juices in her hand weren’t the only things talked about by her supporters. Her outfit also turned heads—dark-wash jeans, a long-sleeve black top, and thigh-high black boots. Her hair was styled in loose curls with a middle part.
Ma’am, Your Fans Want All The Face Card Tips!
Of her 2.1 million followers, over 5,700 slid in her comment section to give the former ‘Love & Hip Hop New York’ star her flowers. Emily B, also known for her time on ‘Love & Hip Hop NY,’ and her fashion sense, commented, “My sister” with heart eyes. Crystal Smith and Pretty Vee also dropped heart-eye emojis.
@iamtherealnikki added, “Your face card will NEVER decline 😍😍😍😍😍.”
“Chrissy give us the secret girl! 🙌,” @anayshafigueroacooper commented.
“Aging backwards😍💅🏾,” @_laidbymeek wrote.
“Chrissy was always that girl 🔥,” @erin__page added.
“She been the prototype for 3 decades 😍,” @itskeyshanicole wrote.
@beautybysimone commented, “😍😍😍😍 so beautiful just aging backwards🔥🔥.”
What’s Tea With Chrissy’s Relationship Status?
On March 22, Jim Jones slid into Chrissy Lampkin’s comment section with a subtle compliment. Under the post of her business-casual look, the ’90s rapper wrote, “Thts how you feelin boo.”
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Many of the Today show anchors haven’t contacted Savannah Guthrie amid her on-air hiatus following her mom Nancy Guthrie’s continued disappearance.
“I don’t know if people realize, none of us have had much correspondence with her over this whole 54-day ordeal,” Carson Daly said during the Thursday, March 26, broadcast. “So as we’re watching this with the world, we’re learning and unpacking so much about our dear friend.”
He added, “It’s hard to process here [on] live TV in the moment.”
Savannah, 54, took a step back from her Today duties last month after Nancy, 84, was reported missing in Arizona. She sat down with Hoda Kotb for an emotional interview, which began airing on Wednesday, March 25, and continued on Thursday morning.
Savannah Guthrie‘s Today show family is continuing to show their support amid the search for her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie. “Hoda [Kotb] is joining us this morning as our Today family continues to navigate uncharted territory, balancing the updates on the search for Savannah’s mom with all the other stories of the day, like we […]
“I said, ‘Do you think [it was] because of me?’” Savannah recalled of a conversation with her brother, Camron, who previously worked in military intelligence. “He said, ‘I’m sorry, sweetie, but yeah, maybe.’ I knew that. I hope not. I mean, we still don’t know. Honestly, we don’t know anything. We don’t know anything.”
According to Savannah, it’s been “too much to bear” thinking that she was responsible for mom’s possible kidnapping.
“[If] it’s because of me, I have to say I’m so sorry, Mommy. I’m so sorry,” the TV journalist tearfully added. “I’m sorry to my sister and my brother and my kids and my nephew and Tommy, my brother-in-law. I’m so sorry, I’m so sorry. If it is me, I’m so sorry, I’m so sorry.”
Nearly one month after Nancy was first reported missing, police are still investigating her whereabouts. As for Savannah, she’s been leaning on her faith to get through the tragedy.
The timeline for Savannah Guthrie’s return to the Today show is still unknown, contrary to a recent report. “There is no announcement regarding Savannah’s return date,” a Today source told Us Weekly exclusively on Monday, March 23. (Page Six previously reported that Savannah could return to the show next month.) Questions about Savannah, 54, reclaiming […]
“My faith is strong and resolute,” Savannah said on Thursday. “I early on felt — and I heard for one of the very few times in my life — I did hear God speak to me. As I said to myself, ‘I can handle anything, God. I can handle anything, I just can’t handle not knowing. I have to know.’ I heard a voice and it said, ‘You do know where she is — she’s with me.’”
While Savannah and her siblings weren’t sure whether Nancy was “on this earth still” or “in heaven,” they want to make peace.
“We need to know,” she stated, later adding, “Someone needs to do the right thing. We are in agony. It is unbearable. And to think of what she went through. I wake up every night in the middle of the night. Every night. And in the darkness, I imagine her terror. And it is unthinkable. She needs to come home now.”
Savannah Guthrie will share more insight into the disappearance of her mother, Nancy Guthrie, in a new interview more than 50 days after the 84-year-old went missing. During the Wednesday, March 25, episode of the Today show, host Craig Melvin introduced a clip from Savannah’s upcoming sit-down with Hoda Kotb, marking her first interview about […]
At the end of the pretaped interview, Savannah’s coworkers further offered their support and prayers.
“The grief is just unfathomable, it’s hard to watch,” Craig Melvin told Daly, 52, and Kotb, 61, in the studio. “It seems like she’s found some peace.”
Kotb concurred, believing that Savannah “has found some” peace but still “wants the answers too.”
The third part of Kotb’s interview with Savannah is set to air Friday, March 27.
What looked like a simple red carpet moment has quickly sparked widespread curiosity about Nicole Kidman and Simon Baker.
Fresh off her split from Keith Urban, the actress has found herself at the center of renewed speculation.
As photos, interviews, and insider claims circulate, questions remain of whether the buzz reflects reality or something far more familiar.
Nicole Kidman And Simon Baker Spark Fresh Speculation
All eyes were on Kidman at the premiere of her latest television project, where she appeared effortlessly poised in Chanel couture.
However, it was not just her outfit that caught attention. Standing beside her was co-star Baker, and the two appeared strikingly comfortable, even affectionate, as they posed together.
The moment quickly fueled speculation, especially given the timing.
Kidman’s recent split from Keith Urban has made every public appearance feel more scrutinized, and her visible closeness with Baker only intensified the conversation.
Their on-screen chemistry in “Scarpetta,” where they play a married couple, has further blurred the line between performance and reality in the eyes of fans.
Still, insiders insist the narrative may not be as dramatic as it appears.
Inside Nicole Kidman’s Long Friendship With Simon Baker
According to sources familiar with their history, the dynamic between Kidman and Baker is far from new. In fact, it stretches back decades and is deeply tied to Baker’s former marriage to Rebecca Rigg.
One insider told the Daily Mail, “Simon, Rebecca and Nicole were great friends for decades.” The same source explained how their closeness often became a running joke among those who knew them well.
They said, “Rebecca would always tease him that he liked Nicole better than he liked her. Simon used to flirt outrageously with Nicole. It didn’t seem to bother Rebecca. It became a standing joke.”
Their bond was strengthened early on through shared beginnings in Australia, where Kidman and Rigg first connected while auditioning as teenagers.
Over time, the friendship became so strong that Kidman was named godmother to one of Rigg and Baker’s children, showing how intertwined their lives became.
Even after Baker and Rigg split in 2020, Kidman remained close to both. As one insider put it, “Nicole wasn’t torn when Rebecca and Simon split,” adding that she “stayed friends with both, but was closer to Rebecca. It was a girl thing.”
Kidman And The Stories That Fueled Rumors
Stories from the past have only added fuel to present-day speculation. One particularly memorable moment dates back more than two decades to a Halloween party in the Hollywood Hills.
According to an insider, “Simon and Rebecca turned up at a Halloween party in the Hollywood Hills over 20 years ago with Nicole in tow. Rebecca was dressed as a dominatrix and Simon was holding a pair of handcuffs.”
The scene reportedly drew laughter among friends, especially when Kidman chose not to dress up at all.
The same source continued, “Nicole didn’t bother to dress up. But Rebecca said she had no doubt Simon was turned on by Nicole. Even though she was wearing an outrageously sexy get-up.”
Despite the humor surrounding such moments, some observers occasionally wondered if there was more beneath the surface.
As the insider noted, they “all laughed about it because they were such good friends,” but some wondered at times if “Simon was infatuated with Nicole.”
These stories, once seen as harmless anecdotes, are now being revisited through a different lens as speculation grows.
What Nicole Kidman And Simon Baker Have Said
Kidman herself has addressed the nature of her connection with Baker, particularly while promoting “Scarpetta.”
Speaking to Australia’s The Daily Telegraph, she appeared relaxed about their on-screen intimacy, saying, “I didn’t find it weird. But we’ve kissed on the cheek before. We’ve hugged a lot. We’ve lived in the same house.”
She also pointed to the depth of their shared history, noting how it has shaped their dynamic.
The actress said, “And you know, the woman I grew up with, he was married to for a substantial part of his life… 29 years, so we are just the same person… I think because of our history together, that’s in-built, so we didn’t have to work for that, that just vibrates.”
Insiders, however, suggest that the buzz may not be entirely unwelcome. One source claimed, “Nicole loves that there is talk of a relationship brewing with Simon, because it gets eyes and ears on their show,” while emphasizing that, for now, it remains harmless speculation.
The same source added that their bond is rooted in friendship, explaining that while they care deeply for each other, the relationship is not romantic and primarily serves to promote their project.
Rumors, Timing, And The Bigger Picture
The renewed attention comes at a time when Kidman’s personal life is already under scrutiny.
Her split from Urban after nearly two decades of marriage has left fans curious about what comes next.
Meanwhile, Urban has largely stayed out of the conversation. As one insider noted, “Keith isn’t paying much attention to the Simon rumors,” suggesting that he has other priorities rather than focusing on speculation surrounding his ex.
Kidman, for her part, has remained focused on her family. In a recent interview with Variety, she shared, “What I’m grateful for is my family and keeping them as is and moving forward.”
She continued, “That’s that. Everything else I don’t discuss out of respect. I’m staying in a place of, ‘We are a family,’ and that’s what we’ll continue to be. My beautiful girls, my darlings, who are suddenly women.”
As the conversation around Kidman and Baker continues to unfold, it is clear that the line between long-standing friendship and public perception can be surprisingly thin.
Whether the rumors fade or evolve further, the fascination surrounding their connection shows no signs of slowing down.
Early in February, it was officially announced that HBO is developing a Baldur’s Gate television series. At the helm of the adaptation is none other than The Last of Us showrunner Craig Mazin, who is no stranger to turning beloved video games into popular hits for HBO. Set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, Baldur’s Gate 3 is a hugely popular RPG that has enticed many millions of players since its 2023 debut. “After putting nearly 1000 hours into the incredible world of Baldur’s Gate 3, it is a dream come true to be able to continue the story that Larian and Wizards of the Coast created,” Mazin said in a statement about his challenge to create, write, executive produce, and showrun the adaptation.
However, before the Baldur’s Gate series makes its debut sometime in the distant future, there’s the small matter of a third season of The Last of Us to address, with Kaitlyn Dever‘s Abby in the spotlight. Dever is joined in Season 3 by returning faces Bella Ramsey, Isabela Merced, Gabriel Luna, and Jeffrey Wright, while Clea DuVall, Jason Ritter, and Patrick Wilson mark new additions to the cast, and Jorge Lendeborg Jr. replaces Danny Ramirez as Manny due to scheduling conflicts.
Ahead of The Last of Us Season 3, and with confirmation of Mazin’s involvement in the Baldur’s Gate adaptation, rumors began to swirl that the popular HBO series would be coming to a close after its third installment, despite some hoping it would last much longer. Now, in a recent interview, HBO Max chairman Casey Bloys has seemingly confirmed that this is the plan, responding to a suggestion that Season 3 is the end by saying, “I believe that’s where Craig is thinking. We always leave the door open, but I believe that’s where he is thinking.”
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Casey Bloys Has Indicated When ‘Baldur’s Gate’ Might Begin Production
In the same interview, Bloys indicated that Mazin will not begin his main duties on the Baldur’s Gate adaptation until The Last of Us Season 3 is completed. “Obviously, he’s deep into season 3 of The Last of Us – but Baldur’s Gate was something he brought to us,” Bloys said. “He’s very passionate about it, and he’s thinking about it, and we’ve talked about it, but he’s going to focus on The Last of Us, and then come back to [Baldur’s Gate] when he’s got more time.”
The third season of The Last of Us will premiere on HBO in 2027, with Seasons 1 and 2 streaming now. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
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January 15, 2023
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HBO
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Craig Mazin
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Craig Mazin, Peter Hoar, Jeremy Webb, Ali Abbasi, Mark Mylod, Stephen Williams, Jasmila Žbanić, Liza Johnson, Nina Lopez-Corrado
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Neil Druckmann, Craig Mazin, Halley Wegryn Gross
Nevaeh Akira has shared a post as Jaidyn Alexis goes OFF on Blueface for apparently sending her thousands of dollars.
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Neveah Akira Shares Post As Jaidyn Alexis Goes OFF On Blueface For Apparently Sending Her Money
On Wednesday, March 25, Nevaeh Akira took to TikTok to share a video of herself apparently sitting on a flight. Furthermore, she added the on-screen caption, “Nothing on a flight to Miami that my man sponsored, so I can kick my feet up and eat all the fruits and enjoy the sun while enjoying it with my sons…”
@iamnevaehakira 😉 tootles
Furthermore, that evening Jaidyn Alexis took to Twitch to livestream for her fans. She was joined by Blueface, and during her stream, she began calling him a “loose ass n***a.” From there, Alexis explained to him that she hasn’t asked him for “anything,” and he had only recently given her money because he was giving money elsewhere.
“He handed me his phone, and he over here sending thousands of dollars… and I was like, you might want to send that that way ’cause I’m your baby mama, with babies that are actually here, you might wanna send that my f*****g way!” Alexis said. “…So send me that too!”
Watch the NSFW clip here.
Social Media Weighs In
Social media users reacted to the clip of Jaidyn Alexis goin’ OFF on Blueface in @livebitez’s comment section.
Instagram user @qutietv.com_ wrote, “This is why that child acts like that. And Jayden will FOREVER argue with every woman he is with. But how she yelling at him instead of going to the child support office?”
While Instagram user @dragon.iiiii added, “Blue do whatever tf he wants cuz he knows he CAN. All that pump faking and shit talking Jaidyn do dont mean nothing cuz her legs still open for his asa”
Instagram user @cynabynn wrote, “I thought she said she didn’t need donut money 😂😂 that’s why you need to watch your tongue!”
While Instagram user @melancholy_orchid added, “Jaiyden really doesn’t understand that Blueface isn’t her man. She’s stuck in the past, she should value herself more”
Instagram user @januarysveryown84 wrote, “Arguing and she still gone put up with whatever he dish out”
While Instagram user @thatgirlkeshh added, “As a Bm, I’m need that too, they do have kids together”
Instagram user @dominiquechinn wrote, “Well she still there, so she not tripping about it that much”
While Instagram user @jayzinhumanform added, “@officialjaidynalexxis @jaialexxis is absolutely correct. How @bluefasebabyy gonna take care of another man’s kid but not his own 2 kids they have together!? That new one isn’t here yet. Nevaeh doesn’t need thousands of dollars. That money should be allocated towards JaVaughn and Journey. It’s bad enough that he does the bare minimum as a parent. The least he can do is contribute financially.”
Before Jaidyn Alexis Went OFF On Blueface For Apparently Sending Nevaeh Akira Money, He & Alexis Made Headlines
Before Jaidyn Alexis went OFF on Blueface for apparently sending Nevaeh Akira money, he and Alexis were making headlines over their son. As The Shade Room previously reported, earlier this month, Blueface was streaming while chilling with their son, Javaughn. Additionally, he asked his son if he had an interest in any girls at school. Once Javaughn told him that he’s not interested in girls right now, Blue asked if he was gay. At that point, Alexis stepped in and went off on him for asking his son about his sexuality and doing so in front of the public.
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Cillian Murphy Officially Leaves ‘Peaky Blinders’ Behind in First Look at His Gritty New Prison Thriller
Cillian Murphy has long been one of the most talented actors working in Hollywood, but there are only a few roles for which he’s best known. One of his most notable roles in recent years was his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s 2023 epic, which earned him his first Academy Award. He had worked with Nolan before on his Batman trilogy, led by Christian Bale, playing Scarecrow in the first movie, then stepping back into a much smaller role in the trilogy’s final two installments. Many fans also know Murphy from one of his breakout roles as Jim in 28 Days Later, the hit horror film that returned last year with a legacy sequel that received critical acclaim. Murphy briefly reprised his role as Jim in the sequel to 28 Years Later, The Bone Temple, which premiered this January.
However, another of Murphy’s most famous roles has been Thomas Shelby in the hit crime thriller series Peaky Blinders. Murphy played the brutal gangster across all six seasons of the show, which ended in 2022. Peaky Blinders returned last week with a sequel movie, The Immortal Man, co-starring Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, and more. Now that The Immortal Man is out in the world, Cillian Murphy has officially left Peaky Blinders behind for good. He’s even been tapped to star in Damien Chazelle’s next movie, which is reportedly going to be a drama set in a prison. James Bond and Knives Out franchise star Daniel Craig, as well as The Fabelmans star Michelle Williams, are also reportedly involved in the cast. Details about the film are being kept under wraps for now, but the first image of Murphy alongside The Buccaneers alum Mia Threapleton on the set has surfaced online, sparking even more intrigue about his next project.
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What Does This Mean for the Future of ‘Peaky Blinders’?
Cillian Murphy’s moving on from Peaky Blinders means the franchise will now have to find another star to put at its center. Murphy alone isn’t what made Peaky Blinders such a success, but it’s impossible to argue that the show wouldn’t have been successful with someone else playing Tommy Shelby. It’s been confirmed that Netflix is developing a new Peaky Blinders sequel series set to be released in the next few years, but details about the project are still being ironed out.
Check out The Immortal Man and Peaky Blinders on Netflix and stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Cillian Murphy’s next project.
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March 6, 2026
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112 minutes
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Tom Harper
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Steven Knight
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Demi Moore’s hair has always been the blueprint for glossy, ultra-healthy lengths — but lately, it’s been hitting a whole new level of shine. Think: reflective, glassy strands with zero frizz in sight. The secret? Celebrity hairstylist and colorist Dimitris Giannetos recently revealed he prepped Moore’s hair with the Kerastase Gloss Absolu Anti-Frizz Glaze Milk before styling. The good news is that it happens to be an under-the-radar find you can snag on Amazon.
The Kerastase hair milk is a lightweight leave-in that does a little bit of everything without ever feeling heavy. “It gives hair a beautiful glossy finish and helps fight frizz and flyaways,” Giannetos said in an interview with InStyle. Designed to smooth flyaways, boost shine and protect against humidity, it acts like a finishing gloss and frizz shield in one. The texture is silky and fluid (not creamy or thick like traditional leave-ins), which makes it especially good for achieving that swishy, light-catching movement Moore is known for.
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The theater of the absurd is no stranger to those who enjoy their narratives a bit unusual. These stories love to highlight the conflict between humanity’s search for purpose and a universe that is indifferent, borrowing heavily from existential thinkers like Albert Camus. Here, characters often stumble through futile situations, reminding us just how gloriously absurd life can be.
It’s no wonder why these tales are so captivating — they dare to ask the questions that many of us avoid, serving up memorable and surreal visuals that you won’t forget, and characters that are as bizarre as they are oddly relatable. To celebrate the wonderfully weird, we look back at some of the best absurdist television shows perfect for anyone who’s ever nodded along to life’s strange humor.
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‘The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret’ (2009 – 2016)
If the title alone doesn’t already tip you off to the chaos, the plot removes all doubt: The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret follows an American (David Cross, who also created it) who moves to London to run an energy drink sales team, armed with zero sales experience and one deeply unfortunate employee who somehow seems to make things worse.
Todd Margaret frequently crosses the line from uncomfortable to cartoonish, with cringey humor and a logic-defying narrative. This, however, is where the show’s charm lives: in its sheer commitment to letting the storm unfold in the most awkward way possible. Cross‘s series is not exactly everyone’s cup of tea — especially given its strong emphasis on “cringe.” Still, Todd Margaret can be a great pick for those who are keen on bizarre comedies with a chaotically uncomfortable, absurdist tone.
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‘Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency’ (2016 – 2017)
Leaning into surreal randomness, Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency delivers an entertaining mash-up of detective noir, horror, sci-fi, and pure screwball comedy. The result is a constant and refreshing sense of surprise. At the narrative’s center are lead titular character, played by Samuel Barnett, and his reluctant assistant, Todd, brought to life by Elijah Wood, as they untangle bizarre and interconnected cases, including murder, time travel, and body swapping.
The 2016 series is the kind that thrives on events that make little sense, whether that’s people turning into dogs, time loops, or assassins who can feel where their victims are. If you love an intentionally chaotic plot with multiple factions, running gags, and connected coincidences, this might be a great pick. With its over-the-top humor, Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency treats a chaotic and illogical universe as the norm.
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‘I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson’ (2019 – 2023)
A sketch comedy show from former SNL writer Tim Robinson, the 2019 comedy series — with Robinson himself at the center of most sketches — almost operates as a stress test; each segment sees the writer and his guests driving someone to the point of needing or wanting to leave.
I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson thrives in a specific kind of absurdism born out of tiny social misteps that eventually spiral into a full-blown public catastrophe. Whether it is a missed cue or an overreaction, suddenly you’re watching a meltdown that feels both surreal and plausible. No doubt, the show can be polarizing: it’s uncomfortable, goofy, and certainly won’t charm just anyone. That being said, if your sense of humor thrives on surreal and illogical premises and you don’t mind a little cringe and discomfort, Robinson and Zach Kanin‘s absurdist series is a standout.
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‘Search Party’ (2016 – 2022)
This dark comedy mystery, centering on four self-absorbed youngsters (Alia Shawkat, John Reynolds, John Early, and Meredith Hagner) in their twenties, illustrates the characters’ entanglement in an ominous mystery when a former college acquaintance suddenly disappears.
Through its blend of elements of the thriller, mystery, and neo-noir genre, Search Party became one of the most interesting series in recent years. Beneath its clever plotting and suspense, it flirts with the absurd (and even the nihilistic). Despite initially unfolding as a whodunit, the series captivates with a surreal and existential meditation and is unafraid to defy any genre labels. At its core, though, Search Party is an engaging commentary on narcissism and the obsession with self-image and social media in a seemingly meaningless world that is constantly seeking purpose.
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‘Russian Doll’ (2019 – 2022)
Fans of the beloved Bill Murray-led film Groundhog Day will likely want to check out Russian Doll if they haven’t already. Praised for its existentialist take on the time-loop genre, the Natasha Lyonne-led series follows a cynical software engineer stuck in a time loop, dying repeatedly on her 36th birthday in New York City. In the meantime, she must confront her past and resolve her long-buried trauma to break the cycle.
There is a strong case to be made that Nadia is a perfect example of the absurd hero. Much like Sisyphus in Camus’s The Myth of Sisyphus, Nadia is condemned to an absurd, repetitive cycle that forces her to confront the meaninglessness of her existence. Each reset becomes a chance to confront herself and inch toward self-understanding. Russian Doll is at once hilarious, surreal, and philosophical, suggesting that even in a world that often feels chaotic and indifferent, the act of meaning-making, of choosing how to live despite the absurd, is itself a form of rebellion.
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‘Barry’ (2018 – 2023)
Starring Bill Hader as hitman Barry Berkman, who travels to Los Angeles for a job and discovers his passion for acting, the 2018 dark comedy-crime drama co-created by Hader and Alec Berg chronicles the character’s struggles as he attempts to leave his violent life behind. Along the way, Barry juggles acting classes, a romance, and handlers who refuse to let him walk away.
Rather than a straightforward crime or drama story, Barry presents something more interesting: a narrative that thrives on extreme situations, revealing, in the meantime, just how unpredictable and irrational characters’ lives are. Violence is often over-the-top; humor drifts between deadpan and existential; Barry himself is treated like an almost supernatural anti-hero who keeps surviving scenarios that should kill him. Layered atop the blood and dark comedy is a clever satire of LA hustle culture and the world of amateur acting, which ultimately becomes one of the show’s freshest and funniest angles.
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‘Atlanta’ (2016 – 2022)
Donald Glover‘s Rotten Tomatoes-approved surrealist series follows college dropout and music manager Earn Marks, played by Glover himself, and rapper Alfred “Paper Boi” Miles (Brian Tyree Henry) as they navigate a strange, at times otherworldly Atlanta hip-hop scene. The result? A vibrant watch that throws comedy and drama into the mix as few others dare.
While Atlanta keeps its feet on the ground, it handles surrealism and absurdism exceptionally well, mostly thanks to its incredible writing and great performances. Filled with memorable lines and a handful of moments that teeter on the edge of the bizarre, this often-overlooked gem sends poignant messages about systemic injustice, racism, and prejudice through illogical, magical, and darkly comic scenarios. In doing so, it turns the absurdities of modern life, race, and capitalism into both entertainment and insight.
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‘What We Do in the Shadows’ (2019 – 2024)
Starring Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, and Natasia Demetriou, among other talents, What We Do in the Shadows invites audiences into the lives of four vampires who have lived together on Staten Island for over a century. Jemaine Clement‘s dark fantasy entertains not merely through its depiction of immortality but also, and especially, through its pettier inconveniences — the mundane, at times boring lives of centuries-old vampires.
What We Do in the Shadows essentially finds humor in the gap between who these vampires think they are and who they often turn out to be. It mirrors the absurdity of existence through its memorable central personalities: ancient, all-powerful beings who are somehow still stuck with dealing with the same nonsense as everybody else. With a fun mockumentary style that shapes its irony and grounds the supernatural in awkward everyday life, Clement’s series delivers a unique angle on existential humor. If that kind of offbeat vibe works for you, Our Flag Means Death may be worth a look too (similar energy, but trade the fangs for pirates).
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‘Fleabag’ (2016–2019)
Despite running for only two seasons, Fleabag has firmly secured its place among the best contemporary comedies on television, especially following the release of the beloved second season. Written by and starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the dark comedy Prime Video original follows the unnamed lead character as she attempts to cope with life in London whilst coming to terms with a recent tragedy.
In addition to its chaotic narrative and humorous approach, the series fascinates in how it navigates the emptiness of contemporary existence and the emotional detachment of modern life. In an increasingly isolating world, Fleabag attempts to find meaning and authentic connection, even as she engages in self-sabotaging behavior. At its heart, the series depicts a protagonist who confronts a chaotic universe with irony: by acknowledging the absurdity of her own life — often literally breaking the fourth wall — Fleabag revolts in a true Camusian sense, finding humor in the face of life’s unpredictability.
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‘BoJack Horseman’ (2014 – 2020)
This Netflix fan-favorite tragicomedy by Raphael Bob-Waksberg has cemented itself as one of the most beloved animated series of all time, and for good reason. BoJack Horseman takes audiences inside the life of a washed-up 1990s sitcom star — an anthropomorphic horse, no less, voiced by Will Arnett. Bojack lives in Los Angeles, struggling with alcoholism, depression, and self-loathing, all while attempting a comeback.
With razor-sharp humor and unflinching honesty, the streaming platform’s original is heavily rooted in absurdism and existentialism, but it does it in a way that feels fun and entertaining. It marries a cartoonish, surreal world with brutally honest depictions of addiction, depression, and the search for meaning; in doing so, it brings the absurd to life. In the end, BoJack and the people around him are all just striving to find meaning and purpose in a universe that seems to offer none.
BoJack Horseman
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2014 – 2020-00-00
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Netflix
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Raphael Bob-Waksberg
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Amy Winfrey, JC Gonzalez, Adam Parton, Joel Moser, Martin Cendreda, Peter Merryman, Matt Mariska, Mike Roberts, Mollie Helms, Tim Rauch
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BoJack Horseman / BoBo the Angsty Zebra (voice)
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Todd Chavez / Emperor Fingerface (voice)
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