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Years of rumors point to the fact that Spielberg was the real director of the horror classic. → Read More
The Force, and Oscar potential, is strong with him. → Read More
Born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 17, 1899, to Italian immigrants Gabriele and Teresa, Alphonse Capone would go on to become one of the most notorious gangsters of all time. Here’s what you need to know about the man known as Scarface. → Read More
For more than a decade, 'Ghost Adventures' has been spooking up the airwaves of the Travel Channel, "capturing groundbreaking proof of the paranormal" on camera in hundreds of haunted destinations around the globe. Now he's sharing some of the show's behind-the-scenes secrets. → Read More
Today, people around the globe will feel uneasy about getting out of bed, leaving their homes, or going about their normal daily routines, all because of a superstition. → Read More
Steven Spielberg's Oscar-winning WWII drama—which arrived in theaters more than 20 years ago—came together in a single day. → Read More
Ulysses S. Grant was a complicated man in one of the most complicated times in United States history. → Read More
From modest beginnings and Civil War military victories to the United States presidency and tough times in between, Ulysses S. Grant was a complicated man in pe → Read More
Even if you’ve watched the original trilogy a million times, there’s probably at least one detail you missed. Like the clumsy stormtrooper who really needed to poop. → Read More
Here are some fascinating facts about the 'Star Wars' universe—any one of which makes a perfect response the next time someone says “May the 4th be with you.” → Read More
Stanley Kubrick’s epic sci-fi film marked a watershed moment in filmmaking. Today, more than 50 years after its release, its impact and influence is still felt. → Read More
With Civil War triumphs and business failures, Sherman remains a controversial figure to this day. → Read More
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Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-winning magnum opus, which was released 25 years ago, was also technically his student film. → Read More
Test your knowledge with amazing and interesting facts, trivia, quizzes, and brain teaser games on MentalFloss.com. → Read More
It doesn't matter how many times you've seen it: John Carpenter's 'Halloween' will always be required viewing for the holiday for which it's named. → Read More
On April 21, Queen Elizabeth II will celebrate her 93rd birthday—and her first of two official birthdays. → Read More
It's in the hole! It's in the hole! But was it actually in the hole? → Read More
Here are a few things to look out for the next time you watch the Harold Ramis, Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, and Rodney Dangerfield golf classic, 'Caddyshack.' → Read More
Test your knowledge with amazing and interesting facts, trivia, quizzes, and brain teaser games on MentalFloss.com. → Read More