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Messala (Stephen Boyd) and Judah Ben-Hur (Charlton Heston) share a drink in 'Ben-Hur' (1959)
Hollywood's Greatest Epic Has Surprising Roots in the Wild West

Despite taking place on the opposite side of the world, this biblical epic was penned in the Old West itself.

Eric Braeden, Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, and Bradford Dillman in Escape From the Planet of the Apes
55 Years Ago, the Planet of the Apes Franchise Had One of Sci-Fi's Boldest Time Travel Stories

This storyline hasn't been topped.

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The 220-Minute Biblical Epic That Changed Hollywood Forever Is a Free Streaming Hit

Adjusted for inflation, the film's box office gross stands at nearly $3 billion.

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Gregory Peck and Charlton Heston Faced Off in This Oscar-Winning Western on Prime Video

William Wyler was able to make a compelling character study about the ramifications of ambition and power.

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34 Years Before ‘Ben-Hur,’ This Underrated Classic Told the Exact Same Story in a Way That’s Just As Epic

This biblical epic was the foundation of Charlton Heston's '50s masterpiece.

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This Icon of Hollywood’s Golden Age Almost Played Chief Brody In ‘Jaws’ — and We're So Glad It Didn't Happen

We can't unsee Chief Brody parting the sea.

Charlton Heston Played Buffalo Bill in This Underseen Western (Pony Express)
Charlton Heston Played Buffalo Bill in This Overlooked Western With Tons of Old-School Action

A lean, well-paced story with old-school action and just enough charm to hook you in.

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This Might Be Charlton Heston’s Most Surprising Cameo

Party on, Chuck.

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John Wayne, Sydney Poitier, and Charlton Heston Led an Army of Actors in This Religious Epic

Wait, how true is this title?

Judah Ben-Hur looking to the distance in Ben-Hur (1959)
The 10 Best Charlton Heston Movies, Ranked

Charlton Heston is a cinematic legend.

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This Underrated Sci-Fi Gem Is Still the Blueprint for Post-Apocalyptic Horror Movies

With Charlton Heston in the lead, this sci-fi classic stands out as a unique staple of the post-apocalyptic genre.

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Every Planet of the Apes Movie Ranked From Offensive to Revolutionary
Every Planet of the Apes Movie, Ranked From Offensive to Revolutionary

With 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' dominating the box office, let's take a look back at how all of the franchise installments measure up.

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Planet of the Apes' Ending Was Originally Way Less Dark
The Truly Bananas Plots of The Original Planet of The Apes Movies

A film franchise with time travel, mutants and talking apes - what more could you ask for?

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The '70s Sci-Fi Movie Charlton Heston Used To Wage a War on Sequels

Charlton Heston tried to save a classic from franchise status by blowing it up.

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This Weird, Unproduced ‘Planet of the Apes’ Sequel Would’ve Been the Series’ Bleakest Film

Some apes, it seems, are more equal than others.

Charlton Heston as Will Penny in Will Penny
Charlton Heston Said This Western Was His Favorite Movie He Made

His character’s struggles hit home for the actor.

Charlton Heston as the Player King in Kenneth Branagh's Hamlet (1996)
Charlton Heston’s Most Underrated Performance Is in This Shakespeare Movie

Known mainly for his action hero roles, Heston defied expectations with his surprisingly strong turn in this Kenneth Branagh Shakespeare adaptation.

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The Greatest Horror of ‘Soylent Green’ Isn’t Soylent Green — It’s This

When human life has no value, the only place in which you can find some dignity is death.

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'Soylent Green' Review: A Flawed but Fascinating Take on Dystopian Futures

As Collider looks back at classic films, a first-time watcher reviews ‘Soylent,’ a fascinating dystopic sci-fi still relevant after 50 years.

Jodie Foster and Kristen Stewart look at a security camera offscreen in 'Panic Room' (2002).
Settle In, Here Are 22 of the Most Unforgettable Long Takes in Movie History

An incredibly long list of incredibly long shots.

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