There’s nothing quite like a well-made thriller. After all, few film genres can be this irresistibly entertaining, this effectively tense, or this potently suspenseful. Throughout Hollywood’s Classical period in particular—generally agreed to span between 1930 and 1960—, many American thriller movies were made which have gone down in history as some of the greatest films the genre has ever seen.

Whether it’s a groundbreaking noir classic like Touch of Evil or a paragon of Hitchcockian filmmaking like Vertigo, the best thrillers from Hollywood’s Golden Age are undeniable classics which only keep getting better with age. They’re powerfully directed, well-written, impeccably shot, and all-around masterclasses in every department of thriller filmmaking.

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‘The Killing’ (1956)

Over a quarter of a century after his passing, many would still confidently say that Stanley Kubrick is perhaps the greatest filmmaker in history. That wasn’t always the case, however, seeing as Kubrick’s first two feature films were barely modest successes. But though The Killing, Kubrick’s third feature, was a box office flop, it was a tremendous critical hit and has aged as one of Kubrick’s greatest movies.

One of the most timeless classic noir movies of Hollywood’s Golden Age, The Killing employs a non-linear plot that completely revolutionized the heist film genre back in 1956, combined with razor-sharp dialogue and striking black-and-white visuals. As filmmakers were getting more and more experimental with Hollywood’s Classical period coming to its final years, The Killing came out as one of the most freshly distinct thrillers the town had seen up that point.

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‘Touch of Evil’ (1958)

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Orson Welles remained one of Hollywood’s most boundary-pushing and groundbreaking directors throughout its entire Golden Age, and from that delectably ahead-of-its-time auteurial voice came Touch of Evil, another one of the era’s best noirs. Loosely based on Whit Masterson‘s novel Badge of Evil, it’s probably one of the most Hitchcockian movies ever not directed by Alfred Hitchcock, even if that isn’t by design.

Everything that follows one of the most perfect opening movie shots of the 20th century also happens to be one of the most perfect motion pictures of 1950s Hollywood. Welles transforms a delectably pulpy B-picture concept and turns it into a visually dazzling, morally complex, perfectly written masterpiece whose profound tehmatic grit and faultless pacing make it a must-see from top to bottom.

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‘North by Northwest’ (1959)

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Alfred Hitchcock is widely regarded as the Master of Suspense, and that’s all thanks to masterpieces like North by Northwest, one of the director’s most idiosyncratic and unique films. It’s an action-adventure classic that’s among the most perfect cat-and-mouse thriller movies ever made, written by Ernest Lehman as “the Hitchcock picture to end all Hitchcock pictures.” There aren’t many cinephiles who would say he failed in that endeavor.

On the one hand, North by Northwest is easily one of Hitchcock’s most entertaining films, full of iconic set pieces and bolstered by Cary Grant’s timeless lead performance. On top of that, the way the film builds suspense, toys around with the “wrong man” trope (one that Hitchcock helped popularize and re-define), and balances witty humor with dramatic tension makes it one of the greatest thrillers of the entire 20th century.

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‘Vertigo’ (1958)

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Who, if not Hitchcock, could possibly be worthy of being counted not just once, but twice when talking about the greatest thriller films of Hollywood’s Classical period? And which Hitchcock masterpiece, if not Vertigo—his magnum opus, according to a good number of his fans—, could possibly be more deserving of being counted among the greatest thrillers ever made?

Vertigo is one of the heaviest psychological thriller movies ever, aggressively pushing the limits imposed by the Hays Code with its complex themes, narrative structure, and dark tone. This is no standard mystery thriller, but rather a masterfully character-driven drama about obsession and grief and a powerfully metatextual masterpiece about the desire to control reality, directed by one of the most notorious creative control freaks in the history of Hollywood.

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‘Witness for the Prosecution’ (1957)

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Billy Wilder was a filmmaker far ahead of his time, an auteur who was always entirely unafraid of challenging the Hays Code and the rest of the guidelines set throughout Hollywood’s Golden Age. Few cinematic gems display his quality as a director better than Witness for the Prosecution, a courtroom melodrama based on the play of the same name by Agatha Christie.

One of the best legal thriller movies of all time, Witness of the Prosecution incorporates elements of noir, dark comedy, and mystery thriller into its narrative in order to deliver a powerful tale about justice and loyalty. Witty, delectably twisty, impeccably directed by one of the best filmmakers in Golden-Age Hollywood history, and complete with some of the best acting performances of the era, it’s a must-see for all fans of old-school Hollywood thrillers.

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‘The Third Man’ (1949)

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The British-American Carol Reed masterpiece The Third Man is one of the best noir thrillers of the last 80 years, visually inspired by the German Expressionist movement and intensely similar in tone and atmosphere to the films directed by star Orson Welles. It’s far and away one of the greatest dramas of the post-WWII era, which produced several of the best movies of Hollywood’s Golden Age.

On the one hand, there’s the film’s groundbreaking visual style, blending a gleeful amount of Dutch angles with a delightful black-and-white aesthetic. On the other hand, there’s the gritty post-war realism that makes this one of the most essential cornerstones of the era’s cinematic production. And on the third hand of this mutated metaphor, there’s the impeccable, morally complex writing that further makes this one of its time’s greatest classics.

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‘The Night of the Hunter’ (1955)

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Actor Charles Laughton decided to sit in the director’s chair for the first time to make The Night of the Hunter. Alas, the film was an all-out critical and commercial failure, leaving Laughton heartbroken and discouraging him from ever directing a movie again. Today, that’s seen as one of the biggest tragedies in the history of Classical Hollywood; because today, The Night of the Hunter is widely recognized as one of the greatest thriller films to have ever come out of the United States.

One of those 1950s classics that only keep getting better, Night of the Hunter is part psychological thriller, part horror drama, and part noir gem, working equally well in all of those dimensions. Blending hugely expressionistic visuals, one of Golden-Age Hollywood’s most memorable villains, exceptional performances, and timeless thematic meditations, it has aged as one of the best films of the ’50s.

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‘Double Indemnity’ (1944)

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Who, if not Billy Wilder, could possibly be behind the film that’s generally recognized as the greatest noir film of Hollywood’s Golden Age? It is, of course, Double Indemnity, co-written by Wilder and Raymond Chandler and based on James M. Cain‘s hard-boiled novel of the same name. It’s pulpy filmmaking at its most irresistibly entertaining, and easily one of the best film noir masterpieces of the 1940s.

There are a myriad of reasons why Double Indemnity is considered the gold standard of both film noir and hard-boiled mystery thrillers, from its stunning visuals to its perfectly-paced narrative to its having the most legendary femme fatale in film history. Well-acted, well-written, and flawlessly directed by Wilder at his very best, it’s a must-see for all those who care to understand and appreciate Classical Hollywood cinema.

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‘Rear Window’ (1954)

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There are those who may point to Rear Window, based on Cornell Woolrich‘s short story It Had to Be Murder, as their favorite Alfred Hitchcock movie, and for good reason. It really is one of the most suspenseful thriller movies ever made, a masterpiece which proves that even when confined to a single location, well-made thrillers can still ooze pure tension and suspense right through the screen.

What’s not to love about Rear Window? Jimmy Stewart and Grace Kelly‘s performances aree perfect, the pacing is engrossing, Hitchcock’s mastery over camerawork and tone is absolute, and the story is nothing if not deeply compelling from opening scene to credits. There has never been any thriller filmmaker quite like Hitchcock, and few movies demonstrate why better than Rear Window.

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‘Psycho’ (1960)

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It had to be Hitchcock. If there’s any one genre that was absolutely dominated by the Master of Suspense throughout the entirety of Hollywood’s Golden Age—and even beyond—, it was undoubtedly thrillers. And as far as thrillers from Hollywood’s Classical period go, it doesn’t get much more culturally impactful, hugely influential, or high-quality than Psycho, based on the novel by Robert Bloch.

One of the best psychological thriller movies of all time, Psycho is a horror masterpiece that completely revolutionized every genre that it can be labeled with. It also happens to be a groundbreaking work of subversive art that could have only possibly been made right at the very end of Hollywood’s Golden Age, because there is no way that Hitchcock could have gotten away with things like the middle plot twist, grim tone, or provocative ending anytime before. As such, Psycho is easily the greatest and most essential classic American thriller.

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September 8, 1960

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109 minutes

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Joseph Stefano, Robert Bloch

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Robert Pattinson has been dominating the box office recently. His most recent role was in Christopher Nolan‘s The Odyssey, where he played Antinous, and one scene in the IMAX feature went viral because of his performance. But this Greek Epic isn’t the movie he will be starring in this year, which has movie fans excited to see his return on the big screen in just a few weeks.

Pattinson started his career in 2004, and since then, he has appeared in numerous blockbuster films, including Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, The Twilight Saga, Tenet, and The Batman, to name a few. While he has yet to receive an Oscar nomination, he has earned recognition for his work in independent films, including Best Male Lead nominations at the Independent Spirit Awards for his performances in Good Time and The Lighthouse. With Pattinson appearing in three films in 2026, fans have also been revisiting some of his previous work.

Mickey 17 is a science fiction feature released last year, directed by Parasite‘s Bong Joon Ho. While the feature was heavily praised by fans and critics alike, the film only generated $133.3 million worldwide, just a bit over its reported $118 million budget. But despite its low box office performance, it’s catching audiences’ attention on streaming, sitting at #10 on Netflix’s Top 10 Movie charts worldwide, underneath A Child of My Own. Mickey 17 stars Pattinson as Mickey, who signs up to be an “Expendable” for a space expedition attempting to colonize the ice planet Niflheim. An Expendable is a crew member assigned dangerous and often deadly tasks, and whenever Mickey dies, a new version of him is printed with most of his memories restored. However, during one mission, Mickey is presumed dead but survives and makes his way back to the ship, only to discover that a new version of him has already been printed.

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The Odyssey won’t be the last time fans will see him on the big screen. On September 25, the actor is set to appear in A24’s Primetime, a crime thriller where he plays To Catch a Predator‘s Chris Hansen. Additionally, Pattinson will appear in Dune: Part Three, scheduled to come out on December 18, 2026, where he will play Scytale. Additionally, Pattinson will be returning to DC, reprising his role as Bruce Wayne/Batman in The Batman: Part II, which is scheduled to come out in 2028 and is currently in production.

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February 28, 2025

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Jason Earles is mourning Dolly Parton while reflecting on the special connection they shared through “Hannah Montana.” Following the country music legend’s death at age 80, Earles posted a heartfelt tribute alongside a throwback photograph of himself posing with Parton during their time on the Disney Channel series. Although Parton played “Aunt Dolly” on television, Earles explained that her warmth made the affectionate title feel real to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

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Earles shared his memories of Parton in an Instagram post uploaded shortly after news of her death was announced. “I’m thinking about every wonderful thing I’ve ever heard about Dolly,” he began. “All her success, every personal story, all the posts people have made today in tribute…and all together, it barely scratches the surface of what a wonderful person she was.”

Earles continued, “I’m so grateful I got to call her Aunt Dolly on the show. But the truth is, no matter who you were, she always made you feel like family. I was a fan my whole life and I’ll always cherish the little time I got to spend with her. My love to everyone else out there who’s feeling the loss of our Aunt Dolly.”

The accompanying photograph showed Parton smiling with her arm around the actor, who played Miley Stewart’s older brother, Jackson Stewart, on “Hannah Montana.”

Dolly Parton Played ‘Aunt Dolly’ On ‘Hannah Montana’

Parton made several memorable appearances on “Hannah Montana” as Aunt Dolly, the godmother of Miley Stewart and a longtime friend of the Stewart family. The role drew inspiration from Parton’s real-life relationship with Miley Cyrus.

Parton first appeared in the Season 1 episode “Good Golly, Miss Dolly,” which aired in September 2006. In the episode, Aunt Dolly became involved in Miley’s attempt to recover a revealing videotape about her feelings for Jake Ryan.

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She later returned for the Season 2 episode “I Will Always Loathe You.” The episode brought Aunt Dolly together with Miley and Jackson’s grandmother, Mamaw Ruthie, played by Vicki Lawrence. The title referenced Parton’s classic song “I Will Always Love You” with a fun twist about the rivalry between the two characters.

Dolly Parton’s Television Family Joins Fans In Mourning

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Parton died on August 25. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, announced the news in a video posted on behalf of the Parton and Owens family. “Hey everyone, my name is Bryan Seaver, son of Cassie Parton, and I am representing the Parton and Owens family today, announcing the passing of my aunt Dolly Rebecca Parton Dean, sister, sis, Aunt Granny to one generation, and Gigi to the next,” he said.

He added, “Dolly also opened doors for generations of singers, songwriters, musicians and dreamers from every walk of life, and across every continent. By her example, we believed that anything was possible. She never saw a door she couldn’t open, and the doors she opened made and changed history.”

A spokesperson for Parton’s estate later confirmed the cause of death, telling PEOPLE, “After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones.”

Dolly Parton Faced Several Health Scares Before Her Death

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Earles’ tribute comes after Parton experienced several health setbacks during the final year of her life. The country legend postponed her Las Vegas residency in October 2025 after doctors advised her to undergo medical procedures. She later canceled the shows entirely when her condition prevented her from returning to a performance level.

Earlier this month, Parton was also forced to miss the opening of Dollywood’s NightFlight Expedition after experiencing dizziness and dehydration. Although she could not attend in person, she appeared virtually and reassured fans that she was continuing to work.

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Parton later acknowledged that she had neglected her own health while caring for her husband, Carl Dean, before his death in March 2025.

She was admitted to the hospital on August 21, just four days before her death. The reason for her hospitalization was not initially disclosed.

Dolly Parton Leaves Behind An Unmatched Legacy

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Parton’s legacy reaches far beyond her memorable role as “Aunt Dolly” on “Hannah Montana.” During her decades-long career, the Tennessee native became one of country music’s most successful and influential artists, creating enduring hits including “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” “Coat of Many Colors” and “I Will Always Love You.”

Parton earned 11 Grammy Awards, received Kennedy Center Honors and was inducted into both the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. She also found success as an actress, businesswoman and the creative force behind Dollywood.

Her impact was equally profound outside entertainment. Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, she helped provide millions of free books to children around the world.

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Busy Philipps has revealed she underwent two brain surgeries after doctors discovered a rare tumor she had no idea was growing inside her head.

In an extraordinary twist, the actress nearly canceled the scan that uncovered it while grieving the death of her “Dawson’s Creek” co-star James Van Der Beek.

Now, Philipps is opening up about the frightening diagnosis, the painful conversation with her daughters, and a complication that sent her back into surgery just as she thought the worst was behind her.

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Busy Philipps had no obvious symptoms when she became convinced she wanted a full-body MRI.

The 47-year-old told PEOPLE that she first became interested in the Prenuvo scan after reading about it on Instagram. When she raised the idea with her primary care doctor in 2025, however, he told her there was “no need” because she was young, healthy, and her annual blood work was normal.

Philipps remained interested after another doctor told her “knowledge is power,” and eventually booked the scan.

Her original January appointment was postponed because of a blizzard, pushing it to February 12.

That timing almost changed everything. James Van Der Beek had died from colorectal cancer just one day earlier, and Philipps was grieving while juggling work commitments and plans to help her sister through a medical procedure.

She considered canceling. However, her ex-husband, Marc Silverstein, urged her to reconsider, telling her, “Maybe it’s the best thing you could do for your friend this morning. Go get that scan.”

She went, and doctors found a lesion on her brain.

Philipps Learned She Had A Rare Tumor Despite Having No Symptoms

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The discovery sent Busy Philipps into a whirlwind of appointments.

A follow-up MRI eventually led to neurologist Dr. Orrin Devinsky, who delivered the reality she had been hoping to avoid.

“This is a real tumor, and it’s inside your brain. And Busy, it’s got to come out,” Philipps recalled him telling her.

The actress said she began “hyperventilating and trying to breathe.”

Doctors scheduled surgery for March 2, with Silverstein accompanying her to the hospital. During the roughly five-hour operation, surgeons removed a 2.6-centimeter mass from her brain.

A biopsy identified it as a grade 2 oligodendroglioma, a rare slow-growing malignant tumor.

Philipps’ neuro-oncologist, Dr. Alexandra Miller, told PEOPLE that the condition has “the best prognosis of all of the malignant gliomas.”

Early detection also worked heavily in Philipps’ favor. Her surgeon explained that had doctors waited until symptoms such as seizures developed, the tumor could have grown substantially larger and become more difficult to remove completely.

Busy Philipps’ Diagnosis Left Her Daughter Terrified

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One of the most difficult moments came before surgery, when Philipps had to tell her daughters, Birdie and Cricket, what doctors had discovered.

Birdie, now 18, struggled particularly hard with the news.

“She was kind of beside herself and really, really scared and overwhelmed with emotion,” Philipps recalled.

The actress tried to reassure her daughter with a promise that reflected just how frightening the situation had become.

“Birdie, you’re just not in the movie where your mom dies your senior year of high school,” she told her. “That’s just not the movie that you’re in. I promise you.”

Cricket, 13, reacted more calmly after asking her mother whether she would be okay.

Meanwhile, Philipps’ longtime friend and former “Dawson’s Creek” co-star Michelle Williams rallied around her during recovery, helping arrange meals after she returned home.

Philipps was moving around remarkably quickly after surgery despite having more than 40 staples in her head.

The recovery initially appeared to be going so well that she soon turned her attention back toward acting.

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Actress Suffered Frightening Setback After Starting Her ‘Dream’ Job

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Philipps had landed a role in the CBS series “Cupertino” around the same time doctors were preparing to operate.

She ultimately recovered enough to begin filming, describing the project as her “dream” job.

But in April, another frightening problem emerged. During a Botox appointment, Philipps’ dermatologist noticed something concerning about her surgical incision and refused to proceed. She urged the actress to immediately send a photograph to her surgeons.

Doctors agreed that something looked wrong. Philipps was eventually diagnosed with a staph infection in the incision and returned to the hospital for another operation on April 27. Surgeons cleaned the infected area and removed one of the tiny titanium tacks that had been placed in her skull during her first procedure.

Fortunately, doctors caught the infection before it became deep. Emotionally, however, the second surgery hit Philipps hard.

“The second surgery really threw me,” she admitted. “I just felt like I was back to square one, and I was really, really upset.”

Busy Philipps Wonders If Her Brain Had Been Warning Her For Years

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Philipps does not currently need chemotherapy or radiation, although she will undergo regular scans to watch for recurrence.

Looking back, however, the actress questions whether there were subtle warning signs she failed to recognize.

She told PEOPLE that she had experienced unusually intense emotional reactions in recent years, including episodes of crying until she vomited and sending inflammatory messages when angry.

At the time, she attributed those changes to perimenopause.

Doctors have not established that the tumor caused those experiences, but Philipps remembered telling her surgeon about them. Michelle Williams also reminded her of something she had repeatedly said over the previous two years: “My brain feels broken.”

Philipps admitted she had felt as though “something was misfiring,” even though she was not consciously aware of anything being medically wrong.

After having the tumor removed, that feeling has changed. “My brain does not feel broken anymore,” she said.

After what she calls “the weirdest six months of my life,” Philipps is choosing to focus on how differently everything could have unfolded had she canceled that February scan.

“I’m grateful that I’m alive,” she shared.

Jared Padalecki has one of the most stable careers of actors in his generation. He rose to prominence in the 2000s as a heartthrob after playing Dean Forester in Gilmore Girls, then became even more famous when he was cast in Eric Kripke‘s drama Supernatural as Sam Winchester. He starred in the CW drama alongside Jensen Ackles from 2005 until it concluded in 2020. For his next role, Padalecki did not stray far, returning to The CW to headline a reboot of an iconic show.

Anna Fricke created Walker in 2021, a remake of the iconic 1993 Chuck Norris procedural titled Walker, Texas Ranger. Padalecki played Cordell Walker, a Texas Ranger dealing with tragedy after spending a long time undercover. Cordell loses his wife and is suddenly left to raise two teenagers while balancing his career and navigating a complicated family history. Padalecki played the sharp ranger for three seasons until the show ended in 2024. Walker also spawned a short-lived spin-off, Walker: Independence.

While the franchise’s ending was untimely after The CW’s decision to move away from scripted programming, Walker delivered over 60 episodes of engaging family drama and law enforcement. The series is available to stream on HBO Max and has seen a rise in viewership over the last week. FlixPatrol has ranked Walker eighth globally on the streamer, with particular interest emerging in Central and South America. With streaming services regularly adding shows, Walker’s newfound popularity two years after the show ended suggests it was recently licensed in these regions and viewers are discovering the dangerous and complicated life of Cordell Walker.

What Is Jared Padalecki Up To Currently?

The actor has not appeared in major roles since Walker ended, but he has been attached to several projects that could run for years if they move forward. CBS Studios wanted to strengthen their relationship with Padalecki by creating a Fire Country spin-off centered on his character, Camden. The spin-off was rumored to be in development, but no real updates have been offered so far. Meanwhile, the actor is set to reunite with Fricke in another CBS Studios drama, this one centering on a doctor played by Padalecki. The latest update revealed that the show was still in development, with scripts being written, but no decision on a potential series pickup from CBS. On the film side, Padalecki will be seen in Guarding Stars alongside Jake Foy, Leighton Meester, and Andie McDowell.

Stream Walker on HBO Max in the US, and stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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Steve Robin, Ben Hernandez Bray, Stephanie Martin, Amyn Kaderali, America Young, Austin Nichols, David McWhirter, Phil Hardage, Richard Speight Jr., Aprill Winney, Chad Dashnaw, Joel Novoa, Bola Ogun, Bosede Williams, Jensen Ackles, Jessica Yu, Kelli Williams, Paula Hunziker, Peter B. Kowalski, Randall Zisk, Tessa Blake, Clara Aranovich, Jackeline Tejada, Kevin Berlandi

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Casey Fisher, Blythe Ann Johnson, Russel Friend, Geri Carillo, David James, Maya Vyas

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Denis Villeneuve is one of the most thoughtful directors of our time. He takes incredibly mind-bending concepts and interprets them in a nuanced, humane, and intimate manner. Around the world, he’s well known for making the Dune movies, his take on Frank Herbert’s story. While widely thought unfilmable, Villeneuve brought Herbert’s world to life in the most authentic way, be it the worm ride or the different planets with unusually vivid imagery.

But before Villeneuve made the Dune franchise, he made numerous movies that had a similar impact on the audience, like Blade Runner 2049. Among them is Arrival, a feature based on Story of Your Life by Ted Chiang. With Villeneuve at the helm, Eric Heisserer’s screenplay moves away from typical alien-invasion action tropes to offer a deeply moving, intellectual exploration of communication, global unity, and the human perception of time in Arrival. Starring Amy Adams and Jeremy Renner, the plot is pretty straightforward; when 12 monolithic spacecraft simultaneously touch down at different locations on Earth, panic ensues, and the US military recruits linguist Louise Banks (Adams). Banks and her team race against time to decode the extraterrestrial language while global panic pushes nations toward war. Despite a world-ending terror, the movie draws your attention toward Banks, who goes through vivid, overwhelming “flashbacks” while trying to understand the alien language.

The themes of communication, grief, determination, free will, and choosing a life even when you know what is in store for you resonated with fans worldwide. It earned $203 million on a $47 million budget and further got critical acclaim and fans’ love. It further bagged several accolades and eight Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, and Best Adapted Screenplay.

Arrival Is Gathering Streaming Approval

A decade later, fans still love to revisit the sci-fi drama, and their love is reflected on streaming charts. Arrival is at the 5th spot on Apple TV’s domestic streaming charts. The feature stands tall among films like Apple original The Dink, Matt Damon’s The Bourne Identity, Brad Pitt’s F1, and The Martian, among others. Villeneuve is currently busy with Dune: Part Three, which will bring the Timothée Chalamet-led franchise to a close. Next, he’ll be at the helm of the James Bond franchise, which should announce the next Bond soon. However, no further details about the project have been revealed.

Meanwhile, check out Arrival on Apple TV and stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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November 11, 2016

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Dolly Parton transformed the people, heartbreaks, and hardships in her life into songs that eventually became part of American culture. The country legend, who died at age 80, wrote thousands of songs during her career. Some were inspired by painful professional goodbyes, while others grew from childhood poverty, marital jealousy, or even the sound of her acrylic nails.

From the real woman who inspired “Jolene” to the business decision that allowed “I Will Always Love You” to become a global phenomenon, the stories behind Parton’s greatest hits reveal nearly as much about her as the songs themselves.

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“Jolene” sounds like a desperate confrontation between a wife and the beautiful woman she fears could steal her husband. However, the title character was actually created from two separate encounters. Parton said the song’s storyline was inspired by a red-haired bank teller who appeared to take an interest in her husband, Carl Dean.

Dean began making frequent trips to the bank, something Parton later turned into a joke during concerts. “I knew my husband was spending more time at the bank than we had money,” she quipped, according to her official website.

The woman who inspired Parton’s jealousy was not actually named Jolene. That memorable name came from a young fan Parton met while signing autographs. Parton thought the girl’s name was beautiful and told her she would write a song about it. She then combined the child’s name with the bank teller story, creating one of country music’s most recognizable characters.

Despite a long-running claim that Parton wrote “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You” on the same day, she eventually clarified that she could not confirm it. The two compositions were found on the same cassette, meaning they were at least written during the same period.

‘I Will Always Love You’ Was Not Originally A Romantic Breakup Song

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Although it became one of the most famous love songs ever recorded, “I Will Always Love You” was written about the end of a professional partnership. Parton joined “The Porter Wagoner Show” in 1967 and spent seven years performing alongside its host. The opportunity introduced her to a larger audience, but Parton eventually wanted to leave the program and build an independent career.

Her decision caused tension between the collaborators. When conversations failed to communicate how she felt, Parton turned to songwriting. She wrote “I Will Always Love You” as a farewell to Wagoner, expressing gratitude for everything he had done while making it clear that she needed to leave.

According to Parton, Wagoner began crying when she performed the song for him. He agreed to let her leave if he could produce the record. Parton’s original version topped the country chart in 1974. A new recording created for “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” reached No. 1 again in 1982.

Whitney Houston transformed the song once more in 1992 when she recorded it for “The Bodyguard.” Her version spent 14 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 and introduced Parton’s songwriting to an entirely new audience.

Parton retained control of the composition after famously declining a proposed deal involving Elvis Presley. Elvis wanted to record it, but his manager, Colonel Tom Parker, reportedly required Parton to surrender half of her publishing rights. Walking away was painful, but retaining those rights allowed Parton to benefit when Houston’s version became an international blockbuster.

‘Coat Of Many Colors’ Turned Poverty Into Pride

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Few songs captured Parton’s childhood as vividly as “Coat of Many Colors.” Parton grew up as one of 12 children in a small cabin in Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains. When her family could not afford to purchase a winter coat, her mother, Avie Lee Parton, stitched one together using scraps of fabric. As she sewed, Avie Lee told her daughter the biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Young Dolly proudly wore the garment to school, believing its love and special meaning made her rich.

Her classmates saw it differently and mocked her for wearing clothing made from rags. Rather than allowing the experience to remain a painful childhood memory, Parton turned it into a song about dignity, gratitude, and the difference between lacking money and lacking love.

She reportedly wrote the lyrics while traveling with Wagoner, scribbling them on the back of a dry-cleaning receipt because she did not have any other paper available.

“Coat of Many Colors” reached No. 4 on the country chart in 1971. Parton later adapted the story into a children’s book and an NBC television movie.

Although “Jolene” became more widely recorded, Parton identified “Coat of Many Colors” as the song she was proudest of because of its messages about family, bullying, acceptance, and appreciating what a person has.

Dolly Parton Used Her Nails To Write ‘9 To 5’

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Parton found inspiration in an unusual instrument while filming her movie debut, “9 to 5.” The 1980 comedy starred Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin as three working women who challenge their controlling and sexist boss. Parton also agreed to write the movie’s theme song. Because filmmaking involved long stretches of waiting between scenes, she began clicking her acrylic fingernails together to pass the time. The resulting rhythm reminded her of secretaries typing.

Parton used the sound to develop the song while on set and returned to her hotel at night to record her ideas with a guitar. The clicking became such an essential part of the finished track that the album reportedly included a “Nails by Dolly” credit.

“9 to 5” topped Billboard’s country and pop charts while turning workplace frustrations into an upbeat anthem. It also earned Parton an Academy Award nomination and two Grammy Awards.

The song’s enduring popularity demonstrated one of Parton’s greatest talents. She could take an everyday sound, connect it to a larger struggle, and turn it into something millions of people immediately understood.

Dolly Parton Faced Health Struggles Before Her Death

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Parton’s remarkable career came to an end when the country music legend died on August 25 at age 80. Her death followed months of personal loss and public concern surrounding her health.

After her husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, died in March 2025 following a lengthy illness, Parton admitted that grief had affected her ability to work and forced her to step back from certain projects.

She later canceled a major Dollywood appearance because of health issues. However, when a disturbing AI-generated image falsely depicted her on her deathbed, Parton pushed back against the speculation and insisted she was “not ready to die yet.”

Even during those difficult final months, Parton continued discussing new ideas and the work she still hoped to accomplish.

Beloved Dolly Parton has passed on to join fellow legends like Whitney Houston in the forever beyond. 

However, long ago, the country music star looked to her close pal’s funeral to decide what she would want sung at her own.

The “Coat of Many Colors” singer was confirmed dead at 80 in a statement by her family after a secret, brief battle with cancer.

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More than a decade before her painful passing, the music icon had reflected on the kind of song she wanted played at her funeral.

In a 2014 interview, Parton dished on her choice, explaining that she believes many would expect her hit song, “I Will Always Love You,” to be her choice. 

Reminiscing on Houston’s 2012 memorial service where the song was played, the country singer said, “When they picked her coffin up and started in on that song, I started to cry, and I thought, ‘Oh my Lord.’ That’s when it hit me that she was really gone.”

“I Will Always Love You,” written by Parton, took on a different spin when Houston recorded her version for “The Bodyguard,” becoming an instant classic.

Dolly Parton Once Revealed What She Wants Sung At Her Funeral

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Nevertheless, Parton wanted something more sentimental for her burial. Opening up to Entertainment Weekly in 2014, she opted for the gospel song “If We Never Meet Again.” In her words:

“It’s an old country-gospel church song that talks about if we never meet again this side of heaven, I will meet you on that beautiful shore.”

Reciting a line about where roses bloom forever, Parton revealed it was sung at her father Lee Parton’s funeral in 2000.

“That was my daddy’s favorite,” she said. “We did sing it at his funeral, and I would like it to be sung at mine.”

The Famed Singer Planned Her Death Announcement Beforehand

Little did Parton know that 12 years after that interview, her own time would come, leaving the world in shock. As reported by The Blast, her death was confirmed by her nephew Bryan Seaver in an Instagram video. 

“This video announcement is something Dolly asked of me years ago, before I fully absorbed it as a future reality,” Seaver shared, explaining that Parton spoke to him about it long ago.

Although Parton’s loss was unbearable, her nephew noted that the family found comfort in her reunion with other loved ones. 

“Dolly has lived in the light and is in the arms of Jesus, surely met by Carl, her parents and countless others who have watched her and longed to meet her in the heavens,” he said.

Dolly Parton’s Cause Of Death Revealed

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More details were soon brought to light about the “Jolene” singer’s final moments.

It was no surprise that Parton battled health issues in the previous year, especially following the loss of her longtime husband, Carl Dean.

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However, she remained silent on the nature of her illness until her demise. As confirmed by a rep of the legend, Parton took her last breath at  Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She was admitted four days before her death for kidney and autoimmune problems.

“After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones,” the statement read, per The Blast.

Inside Dolly Parton’s Final Interview

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The timing of the icon’s passing has left fans even more heartbroken, as she still shared plans for her future in what has become her final interview.

As The Blast reported, just four days before her demise, Parton opened up about her challenges while admitting she was still putting in the work behind the scenes.

“As I’ve shared in video messages throughout the past year, I am dealing with some health issues that I just didn’t pay attention to when I was watching over Carl,” she explained.

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However, Parton, who was no stranger to overcoming health issues, assured her admirers she was pushing on.

“Seriously, though, even though I’m still healin’, I’m still workin’! You know me, as I’ve often said, I’ve dreamed myself into a corner, and I still have so many things I want to achieve,” she said in what would be her last words to fans. 

Leah Remini spoke out after landing a diamond as the newest cast member on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills season 16.

On Wednesday, August 26, the King of Queens star, 56, shared a link to news coverage about her joining the Bravoverse and wrote in the caption, “It’s true!!”

Earlier in the day, Bravo confirmed that Leah had signed on for RHOBH after other cast members started filming “earlier this summer.” (Us exclusively reported that some of the Beverly Hills cast were recently in Ghana to celebrate Bozoma Saint John-Watson’s wedding to Keely Watson.)

Leah is no stranger to unscripted TV, having hosted, produced and edited the groundbreaking docuseries Scientology and the Aftermath from 2016 to 2019. The A&E show documented Leah’s own highly-publicized break with the Church of Scientology as well as highlighting the stories of others who’d left the religion.

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RHOBH’s season 16 cast announcement came on the heels of Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles alum Tracy Tutor confirming her involvement on August 19.

“Well… the secret’s officially out. 💎,” Tracy, 51, announced via Instagram. “I’m joining the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and I could not be more excited for this next chapter. Beverly Hills is home. I’ve raised my girls here, built my career here, and now apparently I’ve decided to let you all even further into my life. 😂”

She added, “Excited? Very. Nervous? A little. Likely to get into some trouble? Absolutely. So what’s left to say but, Let’s f***ing go.”

Earlier in the summer, RHOBH’s most recent newbie, Amanda Frances, shared that she would not return for season 16 after making waves in her single season. (Amanda feuded with costars Bozoma and Dorit Kemsley in her freshman season, in addition to revealing her past association with a religious cult.)

“My time on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is complete,” Frances, 40, wrote via Instagram on August 5. “Saying yes to this show was one of the boldest, wildest, most clarifying things I’ve ever done. And I am genuinely grateful — grateful for the experience. The women. The viewers who saw me, rooted for me, challenged me, quoted me, misunderstood me, defended me, found my work, bought my books, or simply watched me try to explain metaphysics in a room full of diamonds and side-eyes.”

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Amanda noted that she came into RHOBH “with an already-full life” and she now felt “that life is asking for all of [her].”

“Beverly Hills, thank you. I am taking the clarity, the lessons, the plot twists, the spiritual warfare, and the occasional deeply unnecessary dinner party drama into all that God has for me next,” she continued. “And to anyone watching, please know: Your next move does not require anyone’s approval. Your evolution does not need a permission slip. And you can be grateful for an opportunity and know when it’s time to leave. And obviously… Say it with me: I win in the end.”

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills season 16 will air on Bravo. Old episodes are available to stream anytime on Peacock.

Leah Remini has built a decades-long career in television, best known for portraying Carrie Heffernan on the hit sitcom “The King of Queens.” She was also a longtime member of the Church of Scientology before leaving in 2013 and later becoming an outspoken critic of the religion. Now, she is taking on a very different role as the newest cast member of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.”

Season 16 of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” is currently in production, with the cast filming both in Beverly Hills and international locations. On August 26, reports surfaced that the long-running Bravo reality show has added a new cast member: Leah Remini.

Shortly after the news spread, Remini took to Instagram to confirm the report, posting an article about her joining the franchise and writing, “It’s true!”

Remini is the second new cast member announced for the upcoming season. As The Blast previously reported, “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles” alum Tracy Tutor will also be a full-time cast member of “RHOBH.”

The two women will join returning housewives Kyle Richards, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley, Sutton Stracke, Bozoma Saint John, and Rachel Zoe, along with friends of the show, Kathy Hilton and Jennifer Tilly.

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‘RHOBH’ Season 15 Had An Explosive Conclusion

Dorit Kemsley to Kyle Richards: “I trust Boz, I don’t trust you.”

Kyle in her confessional says Dorit is up Boz’s a** and that it’s off-putting.#RHOBH pic.twitter.com/g5V9Gbr2N8

— Bye Wig Hello Drama (@HousewivesHub) March 27, 2026

“The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” Season 15 showed fractured friendships among some of the women, most notably between Erika Jayne and Kemsley. During the reunion show, the former cited the latter’s erratic behavior and said their friendship was “done for good.”

Richards and Kemsley also had a falling out. Their friendship was already on the rocks from previous seasons, but it fell apart during the girls’ trip to Italy. They had a heated confrontation at the reunion, and in early August, Richards said that she had not received a response after congratulating Kemsley after the release of her memoir, per Bravo TV.

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Season 16 is expected to bring plenty of drama as the housewives navigate shifting friendships amid their personal conflicts. With the addition of Tutor and Remini, the new season will introduce fresh personalities to the group that could shake up existing dynamics.

Leah Remini Will Start Filming Soon

According to @variety, ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ season 16 cast is Kyle Richards, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley, Sutton Stracke, Bozoma Saint John, Rachel Zoe, Tracy Tutor, & Leah Remini. Kathy Hilton & Jennifer Tilly will be back as “friends” of the cast. #RHOBH pic.twitter.com/hHMigyvqWH

— RealityEntertainmentTV (@realityenttv) August 26, 2026

While the production for “RHOBH” began early in the summer, reports say that Remini will start filming soon in Los Angeles.

The housewives seem excited about the addition. Tilly commented on Remini’s post, writing, “Oh my gosh! Welcome! We are going to have so much fun!” Hilton also welcomed the actress and wrote, “Can’t wait to meet you!!!” Saint John expressed her enthusiasm by commenting, “Wooohooooo!!! Let’s gooooooo!!!”

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Fans of the show are thrilled as well, with many saying the upcoming season will be a hit. “THIS is brilliant. RHOB better buckle up cos things are about to get bumpy,” one user said.

Leah Remini Is An Anti-Scientology Advocate

Remini grew up in Scientology, joining the church at 9 years old after her mother began dating a member. She was an active participant but left the organization in 2013 after questioning policies and looking into the whereabouts of the church leader’s wife, who has not been seen in public since 2007.

Remini has since gone public with her opposition to Scientology, using her platform to discuss her experiences and those of other former members.

Her docu-series, “Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath,” premiered in 2016. In the span of three seasons, the show examined the organization through interviews with former members, focusing on their experiences and allegations of abuse and harassment. The show won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Informational Series in 2017 and Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series in 2020.

The Actress Has No Interest In Dating After Her Divorce

Remini and Angelo Pagán were together for 28 years, including 21 years of marriage, before finalizing their divorce in 2024. The former couple shares one daughter, Sofia.

Remini said it was an amicable split, and they simply grew apart. Despite no longer being romantic partners, the two maintain a close friendship and still spend time together.

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In 2025, Remini said that her daughter is protective of her and her ex-husband and prohibited them from dating other people. Despite friends trying to set her up with potential partners, the actress said she wasn’t interested. “Don’t even continue your sentence. I have zero interest,” she tells them.