From Rogue One to La La Land, These Are the 12 Best Movies of 2016

Here are WIRED's picks for the best movies of the last year. The post From Rogue One to La La Land, These Are the 12 Best Movies of 2016 appeared first on WIRED. From Rogue One to La La Land, These Are the 12 Best Movies of 2016

From Squirrel Girl to Giant Days: The Best Comics of 2016

It's been a strange year for comics, but one that has also resulted in some amazing books. The post From Squirrel Girl to Giant Days: The Best Comics of 2016 appeared first on WIRED. From Squirrel Girl to Giant Days: The Best Comics of 2016

Should Rogue One Have Been Even Darker?

On the latest 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, the panel talks about the latest 'Star Wars' movie. The post Should Rogue One Have Been Even Darker? appeared first on WIRED. Should Rogue One Have Been Even Darker?

Simple Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday at the Movies

Here's how to get the most out of hitting the multiplex over the holidays. The post Simple Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday at the Movies appeared first on WIRED. Simple Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday at the Movies

WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Transparent

Spend some time with the Pfeffermans. You won't regret it. The post WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Transparent appeared first on WIRED. WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Transparent

Cantina Talk: Adam Driver Doesn’t Want You to See an Episode VIII Trailer

He just thinks it would be more fun without one, you know? The post Cantina Talk: Adam Driver Doesn't Want You to See an Episode VIII Trailer appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Adam Driver Doesn’t Want You to See an Episode VIII Trailer

Sci-Fi Tried to Warn Us About Leaders Who Want to ‘Make America Great Again’

Octavia Butler was writing about these things a long time ago. The post Sci-Fi Tried to Warn Us About Leaders Who Want to 'Make America Great Again' appeared first on WIRED. Sci-Fi Tried to Warn Us About Leaders Who Want to ‘Make America Great Again’

While You Were Offline: But Does Trump Miss the Old Kanye?

Once upon a time, Kanye West met with Donald Trump—and Twitter couldn't get enough. The post While You Were Offline: But Does Trump Miss the Old Kanye? appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: But Does Trump Miss the Old Kanye?

A Definitive Ranking of the Best Hair in the Star Wars Universe

From Leia's locks to the best 'do on Naboo, here's every Star Wars style ranked. The post A Definitive Ranking of the Best Hair in the Star Wars Universe appeared first on WIRED. A Definitive Ranking of the Best Hair in the Star Wars Universe

Rogue One Review: It’s Like Someone Made 2016 Into a Star Wars Movie

The latest 'Star Wars' movie isn't just a standalone, it's apropos. The post Rogue One Review: It’s Like Someone Made 2016 Into a Star Wars Movie appeared first on WIRED. Rogue One Review: It’s Like Someone Made 2016 Into a Star Wars Movie

The UN’s New VR Doc Exposes a Forgotten Crisis

'Ground Beneath Her' is about a young woman helping her family rebuild after Nepal's 2015 earthquake. The post The UN's New VR Doc Exposes a Forgotten Crisis appeared first on WIRED. The UN’s New VR Doc Exposes a Forgotten Crisis

Cape Watch: A Harley Quinn Posse Flick Is Imminent

It's an all-female supervillain team movie-and it sounds awesome. Mostly. The post Cape Watch: A Harley Quinn Posse Flick Is Imminent appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: A Harley Quinn Posse Flick Is Imminent

You Know What? 2016 Was a Pretty Great Year for Pop Culture

This week on the WIRED Culture podcast we're looking back at the year that was. The post You Know What? 2016 Was a Pretty Great Year for Pop Culture appeared first on WIRED. You Know What? 2016 Was a Pretty Great Year for Pop Culture

How A Monster Calls Turned Liam Neeson Into a Giant Tree

The Oscar-nominated actor gave his first motion-capture performance for director J.A. Bayona's new movie. The post How A Monster Calls Turned Liam Neeson Into a Giant Tree appeared first on WIRED. How A Monster Calls Turned Liam Neeson Into a Giant Tree

While You Were Offline: The Weather Channel Rains on Breitbart’s Parade of Delusion

The Weather Channel would like Breitbart to know that climate change is real. The post While You Were Offline: The Weather Channel Rains on Breitbart's Parade of Delusion appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: The Weather Channel Rains on Breitbart’s Parade of Delusion

People Mistaking You for a Psychic Isn’t Great if You’re a Sci-Fi Author

There are two well-known women named Connie Willis. They are often confused for one another. The post People Mistaking You for a Psychic Isn't Great if You're a Sci-Fi Author appeared first on WIRED. People Mistaking You for a Psychic Isn’t Great if You’re a Sci-Fi Author

The Meme Power-Couple Smackdown of the Century Has Arrived

Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt. All of the Internet's favorites have movies out this holiday season. The post The Meme Power-Couple Smackdown of the Century Has Arrived appeared first on WIRED. The Meme Power-Couple Smackdown of the Century Has Arrived

Viral Video Stars Rhett and Link Risk Showing Us the Last Thing on Their Phones

WIRED asked Rhett and Link to show us what was on their devices. The results were kinda strange. The post Viral Video Stars Rhett and Link Risk Showing Us the Last Thing on Their Phones appeared first on WIRED. Viral Video Stars Rhett and Link Risk Showing Us the Last Thing on Their Phones

Miss Sloane Clip: Meet Jessica Chastain’s Troublesome Pals

In her new movie, Jessica Chastain plays a lobbyist with questionable methods. Like, say, covert surveillance. The post Miss Sloane Clip: Meet Jessica Chastain's Troublesome Pals appeared first on WIRED. Miss Sloane Clip: Meet Jessica Chastain’s Troublesome Pals

Cape Watch: A Rocket-Groot Buddy Movie Needs to Happen ASAP

Vin Diesel thinks there's potential in Rocket and Groot getting their own movie. Seems legit. The post Cape Watch: A Rocket-Groot Buddy Movie Needs to Happen ASAP appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: A Rocket-Groot Buddy Movie Needs to Happen ASAP

Cantina Talk: Those Rogue One Reshoots Were Kind of a Big Deal

And by "big deal" we mean "probably quite expensive and time-consuming." The post Cantina Talk: Those Rogue One Reshoots Were Kind of a Big Deal appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Those Rogue One Reshoots Were Kind of a Big Deal

While You Were Offline: Australian Kids Just Schooled Man-Kid Martin Shkreli

Also, Count Von Count has a Twitter account. Hey, that rhymed! The post While You Were Offline: Australian Kids Just Schooled Man-Kid Martin Shkreli appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Australian Kids Just Schooled Man-Kid Martin Shkreli

5 Comics You Must Read This Month

Need some distraction from all the holiday hubbub? Find a quiet corner and read these comics. The post 5 Comics You Must Read This Month appeared first on WIRED. 5 Comics You Must Read This Month

Cape Watch: Logan Could Be the Best Wolverine Movie Yet

Hugh Jackman's final film as Logan sure sounds like it could be a pretty good Wolverine movie. The post Cape Watch: Logan Could Be the Best Wolverine Movie Yet appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Logan Could Be the Best Wolverine Movie Yet

21 Hulu Additions to Warm Your Hands by in December

Forget the Yule Log—your "Classic Movies of the '90s" marathon starts now. The post 21 Hulu Additions to Warm Your Hands by in December appeared first on WIRED. 21 Hulu Additions to Warm Your Hands by in December

Fairy Tales Still Inspire Modern Female Writers

In her newest collection, author Aimee Bender writes new versions of classic fairy tales. The post Fairy Tales Still Inspire Modern Female Writers appeared first on WIRED. Fairy Tales Still Inspire Modern Female Writers

Cape Watch: Deadpool 2 Just Nabbed the Ideal Director

Also, Angela Bassett is joining 'Black Panther' as T'Challa's mom. The post Cape Watch: Deadpool 2 Just Nabbed the Ideal Director appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Deadpool 2 Just Nabbed the Ideal Director

Reggie Watts Looks Like Jerry Seinfeld, According to Reggie Watts

People also tell him he looks like Antonio Banderas. The post Reggie Watts Looks Like Jerry Seinfeld, According to Reggie Watts appeared first on WIRED. Reggie Watts Looks Like Jerry Seinfeld, According to Reggie Watts

It’s Time for a Big Ol’ Holiday TV Smackdown!

Want to hear the WIRED Culture crew fight about the best things to watch on TV at the holidays? You're in luck. The post It’s Time for a Big Ol' Holiday TV Smackdown! appeared first on WIRED. It’s Time for a Big Ol’ Holiday TV Smackdown!

What to Binge-Watch Over the Holiday Break

You have a long weekend (and a lot of couch time) ahead. Here's how to spend it. The post What to Binge-Watch Over the Holiday Break appeared first on WIRED. What to Binge-Watch Over the Holiday Break

5 Things to Catch on Hulu Before They Disappear Next Month

You've got a four-day weekend coming up and a fully-stocked Hulu watchlist. Here's what to do. The post 5 Things to Catch on Hulu Before They Disappear Next Month appeared first on WIRED. 5 Things to Catch on Hulu Before They Disappear Next Month

Donald Trump Is Right: Theater Should Be a Safe Place. Just Not the Way He Means

Yes, theaters need to be safe spaces-for criticism as well as praise. The post Donald Trump Is Right: Theater Should Be a Safe Place. Just Not the Way He Means appeared first on WIRED. Donald Trump Is Right: Theater Should Be a Safe Place. Just Not the Way He Means

Dave Chappelle Is Releasing 3 Comedy Specials on Netflix

The comeback continues. The post Dave Chappelle Is Releasing 3 Comedy Specials on Netflix appeared first on WIRED. Dave Chappelle Is Releasing 3 Comedy Specials on Netflix

Cantina Talk: Wait, Han and Leia Did What?!

There are a few interesting pieces of Star Wars news this week. But you're probably here for that Carrie Fisher/Harrison Ford story, huh? The post Cantina Talk: Wait, Han and Leia Did What?! appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Wait, Han and Leia Did What?!

Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke Cast in Han Solo Spinoff Movie

The Mother of Dragons is off to play with Han and Chewie. The post Game of Thrones' Emilia Clarke Cast in Han Solo Spinoff Movie appeared first on WIRED. Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke Cast in Han Solo Spinoff Movie

With Arrival, Ted Chiang Becomes Hollywood’s New Philip K. Dick

This week on the 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, the panel discusses whether 'Arrival' will make Hollywood hungry for more of Ted Chaing's work. The post With Arrival, Ted Chiang Becomes Hollywood's New Philip K. Dick appeared first on WIRED. With Arrival, Ted Chiang Becomes Hollywood’s New Philip K. Dick

While You Were Offline: Kanye West Would’ve Voted for Trump

For those hoping that life on the Internet would calm down after the election, some unfortunate news: Like "fetch," that's probably not going to happen. The post While You Were Offline: Kanye West Would've Voted for Trump appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Kanye West Would’ve Voted for Trump

A Lot of Actors Suck at Accents. Not Idris Elba!

You know who is not so great at accents? Brad Pitt. The post A Lot of Actors Suck at Accents. Not Idris Elba! appeared first on WIRED. A Lot of Actors Suck at Accents. Not Idris Elba!

Cape Watch: Inhumans Is Finally Coming to the Big Screen. Sort Of

The Inhumans are getting a TV show that you'll be able to see in IMAX. Wait, what? The post Cape Watch: Inhumans Is Finally Coming to the Big Screen. Sort Of appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Inhumans Is Finally Coming to the Big Screen. Sort Of

A Tribe Called Quest’s New Record Is Awesome. National Politics? Not So Much

A lot has happened since we last recorded a WIRED Culture podcast. The post A Tribe Called Quest’s New Record Is Awesome. National Politics? Not So Much appeared first on WIRED. A Tribe Called Quest’s New Record Is Awesome. National Politics? Not So Much

The Best Reince Priebus Anagram Jokes Stephen Colbert and Samantha Bee Missed

Last night, both comedians made similar jokes about Donald Trump's pick for chief of staff. Here are the ones they missed. The post The Best Reince Priebus Anagram Jokes Stephen Colbert and Samantha Bee Missed appeared first on WIRED. The Best Reince Priebus Anagram Jokes Stephen Colbert and Samantha Bee Missed

John Oliver Summed Up Election 2016 in One Last Week Tonight Episode

In his final episode of the year, John Oliver didn't pull any punches when it came to the election of Donald Trump. The post John Oliver Summed Up Election 2016 in One Last Week Tonight Episode appeared first on WIRED. John Oliver Summed Up Election 2016 in One Last Week Tonight Episode

First Ghost in the Shell Trailer Shows Major on a Mission

The first full trailer for the manga/anime adaptation is finally here. The post First Ghost in the Shell Trailer Shows Major on a Mission appeared first on WIRED. First Ghost in the Shell Trailer Shows Major on a Mission

While You Were Offline: Want a Preview of Trump’s America? Watch Twitter

The US presidential election dominated the Internet this week. (Obviously.) Here's everything that went down. The post While You Were Offline: Want a Preview of Trump's America? Watch Twitter appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Want a Preview of Trump’s America? Watch Twitter

Alright, Folks, It’s Time Horror Got Some New Monsters

Vampires and zombies are over. It's time horror movies got some new freaky creatures. The post Alright, Folks, It's Time Horror Got Some New Monsters appeared first on WIRED. Alright, Folks, It’s Time Horror Got Some New Monsters

Trust the Force: Watch the New Rogue One Trailer Now

"Rebellions are built on hope." The post Trust the Force: Watch the New Rogue One Trailer Now appeared first on WIRED. Trust the Force: Watch the New Rogue One Trailer Now

The First Trailer for Luc Besson’s Valerian Is a Sci-Fi Fever Dream

Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne flirt-in space! (Also, hi Rihanna!) The post The First Trailer for Luc Besson's Valerian Is a Sci-Fi Fever Dream appeared first on WIRED. The First Trailer for Luc Besson’s Valerian Is a Sci-Fi Fever Dream

Cape Watch: Wonder Woman Would Like a Girlfriend, Please

Gal Gadot has some ideas for Diana Prince's future love interests. Also, the Avengers might be house-hunting. The post Cape Watch: Wonder Woman Would Like a Girlfriend, Please appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Wonder Woman Would Like a Girlfriend, Please

Doctor Strange Has Us Totally Entranced

This week on WIRED's culture podcast we're talking about Marvel's Sorcerer Supreme and the election's most-biting late-night moments. The post Doctor Strange Has Us Totally Entranced appeared first on WIRED. Doctor Strange Has Us Totally Entranced

WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Nip/Tuck

These days, Ryan Murphy has a TV empire. But if you go back and watch his sophomore show, you can see the first signs of the programming he'd make. The post WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Nip/Tuck appeared first on WIRED. WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Nip/Tuck