Ryan Scott

Austin

Reporter at /Film

Film and Entertainment Journalist at Freelance

Articles

The Ewoks From Star Wars Defeated The Empire In A Stunning California Park You Can Visit

1 week ago | slashfilm.com | Ryan Scott

"Star Wars" may take place in a galaxy far, far away, but George Lucas and every director who has made their mark on the legendary franchise since its inception has to make do here on Earth. One of the biggest tricks in cinema history is that Lucas and other filmmakers have managed to make an entire galaxy out of the planet we all live on.
5 Reasons Why The Final Reckoning Was A Win For Mission: Impossible At The Box Office

1 week ago | slashfilm.com | Ryan Scott

It was a big weekend at the box office, to put things mildly. Memorial Day is often an important time for Hollywood, with last year's double bill of "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" and "The Garfield Movie" having served as a rare disappointment for the holiday frame. Fortunately, this year's festivities rebounded in a big, bad way in no small part thanks to the efforts of one Mr. Tom Cruise.
Margot Robbie Has A Ritual For Every Character She Plays, And It Was Very Special For Sharon Tate

1 week ago | slashfilm.com | Ryan Scott

Margot Robbie has become one of the biggest A-list stars in Hollywood. A great deal of that is owed to the blockbuster success of "Barbie," but she's been on the rise for years now. One of her biggest moments came in 2019 when she played the late Sharon Tate in Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." Robbie's portrayal of Tate was even praised by the late actress' family. Tate's family also helped Robbie get into character in a pretty special way.
5 Reasons Why Disney's Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Dominated The Box Office

1 week ago | slashfilm.com | Ryan Scott

The box office may have had a bit of a slow start this year, but those dark days are firmly in the rearview mirror. That's in no small part thanks to a record-breaking Memorial Day weekend led by Disney's new live-action reimagining of "Lilo & Stitch." Despite facing some stiff competition from "Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning," this family-friendly offering absolutely obliterated expectations.
BLOODLINES Is The Biggest FINAL DESTINATION Movie Ever

1 week ago | fangoria.com | Ryan Scott

It was a monster weekend at the box office and, though a pair newcomers duked it out for the top spot globally, Final Destination Bloodlines held its own against two giant Hollywood blockbusters. So much so that, just after two weekends it is now ready to claim its place as the biggest Final Destination movie ever.
A Massive Sci-Fi Franchise Gave Us One Of The Most Bizarre Sequels Ever

1 week ago | inverse.com | Ryan Scott

Planet of the Apes is widely regarded as one of the greatest science fiction movies ever made — and with good reason. More than just a watermark moment in the genre from a critical standpoint, it was also a resounding success. Even in an era long before Hollywood became franchise obsessed, its success ensured a sequel would be made. But while many sequels in the realm of big studio franchises tend to play it safe, this one did not.
A Massive Sci-Fi Franchise Gave Us One Of The Most Bizarre Sequels Ever

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Ryan Scott

7 hours agoVideo shows the moment French President Emmanuel Macron appeared to be shoved after arriving in Vietnam as part of a tour of Southeast Asia. An official for the Elysee Palace played down the moment, saying the French president and his wife were "having a laugh."May 26, 2025
Who Plays Maggie Greene On The Walking Dead?

1 week ago | slashfilm.com | Ryan Scott

"The Walking Dead" may not have kept up with its highest of highs, but it's still, by many measures, one of the most successful cable TV shows of the 2010s. Based on Robert Kirkman's Image Comics series of the same name, the zombie series focused on Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln), who awakens from a coma into an apocalypse populated by the undead.
This Explosive The Walking Dead Episode Is Also Norman Reedus' Favorite - SlashFilm

1 week ago | slashfilm.com | Ryan Scott

There are few shows in the modern era — particularly scripted cable dramas — that can compete with "The Walking Dead," at least in terms of longevity. Based on Robert Kirkman's Image Comics series of the same name, AMC's prestige zombie drama lasted a full 11 seasons, airing 177 episodes. It also generated multiple spin-offs, with the universe going strong to this day. And of those nearly 200 episodes, Norman Reedus does, in fact, have a clear favorite.
The Worst Mission: Impossible Movie Was A Crucial Box Office Hit For Tom Cruise

1 week ago | slashfilm.com | Ryan Scott

(Welcome to Tales from the Box Office, our column that examines box office miracles, disasters, and everything in between, as well as what we can learn from them.)"I was so scared I was sweating. I couldn't even watch the monitor when we shot it." Those are the words of renowned action director John Woo reflecting on working with Tom Cruise in 2000's "Mission: Impossible 2." Specifically, Cruise's death-defying rock climbing stunt.