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10 Franchises That Stopped After Two Movies
Some franchises are unstoppable juggernauts and make movie after movie, yet some never made it past their second instalment.
Will Smith Nearly Appeared in Two Independence Day Sequels
Writer/producer Dean Devlin discusses the unmade scripts for Independence Day Forever parts 1 and 2 and why Will Smith didn't return for the sequels.
10 Most Patriotic Hollywood Movies Of All Time
The 4th of July is a day for celebrating US independence from Britain. But what are some of Hollywood's best films depicting American patriotism?
Independence Day Star Thinks Not Bringing Will Smith Back for Resurgence Was a Mistake
Independence Day's Vivica A. Fox laments Will Smith's absence from the 1996 sci-fi blockbuster's 2016 sequel, Independence Day: Resurgence.
Independence Day Director Launches Space Nation Cross-Media Franchise
Roland Emmerich, the director of Independence Day, Stargate and Godzilla, launches the multimedia science-fiction franchise, Space Nation.
The X-Files Movie Trolled Independence Day With a Brutal Easter Egg
Easter eggs have become a beloved and fun addition to many movies. But one from The X-Files Movie is actually a dig at Independence Day.
Plans for Will Smith's Scrapped Independence Day Sequel Finally Revealed
Independence Day producer Dean Devlin reveals Will Smith's involvement in the early version of the sequel titled "ID Forever Part 1."
10 Cringiest Sci-Fi Movie Tropes
Sci-fi movies like Star Wars and Tenet love to use the same tropes over and over, but viewers are done with them. These tropes should go.
10 Most Heartwarming 1990s Movies
For many, the 90s were a crucial time for iconic films, from Mrs. Doubtfire to Terminator 2, and other surprisingly heartwarming classics.
10 Sci-Fi Franchises Everyone Wants To Come Back But Never Will
Just because beloved franchises like Back to the Future have become iconic doesn't mean they'll receive a revival anytime soon — if ever.
10 Movies That Changed Practical Effects Forever
Practical techniques have developed over time, improving and refining an entire visual language.
The Best Movie Presidents, From Harrison Ford to Bill Pullman
Plenty of names come to mind when it comes to movie presidents, but some of the best presidents are in films like Independence Day and Deep Impact.
10 Most Famous Movie Skybeams
Laserbeams from the sky can mean many things in movies, but they mostly mean the film is entering its climax.
10 Canceled Movie Sequels We Wish Got Made
Much to the chagrin of fans, some movies aren't popular or profitable enough for movie studios to consider putting out a sequel.
10 Times We Cared More About The Dog Than The Main Characters
From animated movies like Toy Story to post-apocalyptic thrillers like I Am Legend, some viewers cared more about the dog than the main characters.
Independence Day Redefined Patriotism For a Whole Generation
Roland Emmerich's Independence Day was an unlikely alien film that explored patriotism. But it changed the definition of the word for many.
Each Year Of The 1990s' Highest Grossing Film
The '90s was a great decade for cinema, and each year of the decade has a clear stand-out with the highest-grossing film.
10 '90s Movie Villains Who Aged Poorly
Though '90s films produced many iconic characters, some villains took things too far.
10 Best Sci-Fi Films of the 90s, Ranked
While 90s movies are usually great for nostalgia, there are also a few sci-fi hits from the decade that continue to set the bar for modern filmmakers.
The 10 Most Inspirational Movie Speeches For Cinephiles
Whether short and sweet or long-winded, some film speeches have stirred up intense emotions within their audiences.