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Why Ayn Rand's Dystopian Sci-Fi Story Was Rejected By Two Television Networks

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000

A TV adaptation of Ayn Rand's infamous sci-fi novel Atlas Shrugged was rejected by multiple networks in the 1970s, and it's not hard to grasp why.

The Gilligan's Island Set Was Cleverly Reused In This Hilarious '60s Sitcom

staff@slashfilm.com (Joe Roberts) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000

One of Gilligan's Island's fellow 1960s sitcoms reused its lagoon set during an episode that tipped its hat to the series.

Project Hail Mary Star Sandra Hüller Was Surprised By One Thing During Production

staff@slashfilm.com (Ryan Scott) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Project Hail Mary was a big production, so co-star Sandra Hüller was surprised when it came to its directors' loose approach in one particular regard.

Why Sci-Fi Legend Alan Dean Foster Stuck With Writing Books Instead Of Going Hollywood

staff@slashfilm.com (Ryan Scott) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Alan Dean Foster famously expanded the universes of famous, cinematic sci-fi worlds but never made a movie. Here's his reasoning why.

Before The Big Valley, Lee Majors Made His TV Debut In A Genre-Defining Western Series

staff@slashfilm.com (Joe Roberts) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

The Big Valley helped turn Lee Majors into a star, but before that, he appeared in a different genre-defining Western TV show.

5 Best Sci-Fi Movies From 1996, Ranked

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Back in 1996, the biggest sci-fi movies ranged from action spectaculars to gonzo comedies. Here are our picks for the top five.

Who Plays Antaan On Lanterns

staff@slashfilm.com (Joe Roberts) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Antaan is a mysterious extraterrestrial character on Lanterns played by an actor that fans of one of HBO's best shows certainly recognize.

Crystal Lake Trailer Gives Us A Bloody Jason Voorhees Origin Story

staff@slashfilm.com (Ryan Scott) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Peacock is reviving the Friday the 13th franchise with Crystal Lake, a prequel series focused on Pamela Voorhees. Watch the trailer right here.

10 Best Spaghetti Westerns Not Directed By Sergio Leone

staff@slashfilm.com (Sam Stone) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0000

Sergio Leone is the first name cinephiles think of when discussing spaghetti westerns, but these are the best in the genre from other filmmakers.

Before Star Trek, Leonard Nimoy Appeared In A Clint Eastwood Western Series

staff@slashfilm.com (Joe Roberts) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Leonard Nimoy is most remembered for his time on Star Trek, but he also had a celebrated career in TV Westerns before pivoting to sci-fi.

Before Gilligan's Island, Alan Hale Jr. Guest-Starred On A TV Show That John F. Kennedy Advised For

staff@slashfilm.com (Joe Roberts) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

There were multiple connections between Gilligan's Island star Alan Hale Jr. and John F. Kennedy, including this show that Hale Jr. guest-starred on.

How Do You Join Star Trek's United Federation Of Planets? A Guide

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:10:00 +0000

In Star Trek, Earth is a member of the United Federation of Planets. Here are the requirements a world must reach in order to join the organization.

Why Apple TV's Silo Made A Major Change To The Stairs From The Books

staff@slashfilm.com (Rafael Motamayor) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:45:00 +0000

Silo is one of the best shows on Apple TV, and the author of the book series the show is based on explained why the show made one major change.

Silo Author Hugh Howey Thinks One Beloved Sci-Fi Book Changed His Writing (For The Better)

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Silo author Hugh Howey is very fond of the 2019 novel This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone.

This Acclaimed '90s Sci-Fi Show Created By Two X-Files Writers Was Canceled Too Soon

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000

After writing for The X-Files, Glen Morgan and James Wong left to create this sci-fi series that was canceled after only one season.

Star Trek Legend Leonard Nimoy Guest-Starred As 3 Different Characters In This Western Series

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Star Trek fans are likely aware of Leonard Nimoy's history as a Western TV star, but many might not know he played three characters on one series.

Tina Louise Starred In One Of The Most Important '70s Cult Sci-Fi Movies

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0000

After Gilligan's Island, Ginger actress Tina Louise played a crucial role in one of the most important cult sci-fi films of the 1970s.

Gilligan's Island Star Alan Hale Jr. Had 3 Different Gunsmoke Guest Roles

staff@slashfilm.com (Joe Roberts) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Alan Hale Jr. is synonymous with his role on Gilligan's Island, but he had three guest-starring roles on this classic Western.

A Marvel TV Star Headlined One Of The Best Superhero Movies You've Never Seen

staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Superhero movies exist beyond the DC and Marvel Cinematic Universe, and this super-powered character drama is a must see.

Dolph Lundgren's First TV Show Role Was On A Hit Comedic Spy Series

staff@slashfilm.com (Bill Bria) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Dolph Lundgren hadn't appeared on a TV show prior to guest-starring in this comedic spy series (although it wasn't his first TV project overall).