Tom Hanks, who stars as Gepetto in the upcoming Disney film, Pinocchio, marks his 65th birthday today, Friday, July 9, 2021.
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Hallmark Christmas in July Today
The Hallmark Channel begins its annual Christmas in July movie marathon on Friday, July 9, 2021 with a brand new movie coming on Saturday.
“African Queen” In Theatres Sunday
Turner Classic Movies hosts a 70th anniversary showing of “The African Queen” in many theatres starting Sunday, July 18, 2021.
Strauss Week Online at The Met
The Met celebrates Strauss Week with free streaming operas from the master composer today through Sunday, July 11, 2021.
Criterion DVDs on Sale
Amazon has many restored classic films from The Criterion Collection on sale at up to half off.
Kids Summer Movies Are Back
After a one-year hiatus due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Summer Movie Express, an annual tradition, has returned to select Regal Cinemas on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Beach Boys Channel on SiriusXM
The Beach Boys, whose new 5-CD boxed set is scheduled for an August release, are featured all Summer long on The Beach Boys Channel on SiriusXM.
TV Streaming Deals, Previews for July
Here are the best deals, free trials and previews for July 2021 at all the streaming services, including Amazon Prime, Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Epix and Showtime.
Free Popcorn Refills at AMC
AMC, the nation’s largest theater chain, announced free refills on all their popcorn servings now through July 31, 2021.
TCM Tribute to Elvis
Turner Classic Movies continues their month-long tribute to more of his top films being shown starting Thursday, July 15, 2021.
New Season of “The Plot Thickens”
Bonfire of the Vanities is the subject of the new season of podcasts from Turner Classic Movies.
Webber’s Cinderella Opens On Stage
After a year of pre-production work and delays due to Covid-19, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new musical comedy, Cinderella, had its stage premiere on Friday, June 25, 2021.
“Us” on PBS Masterpiece Sundays
An all-new Masterpiece Theatre production is showing on Sunday nights on PBS starting Sunday, June 20, 2021.
Amazon Prime Discounts
Amazon Prime has six months free and then half price for college students. Government aid recipients can also get a half price deal.
What Can Amazon Echo Do for Seniors?
What can an Amazon Echo device do for seniors? Find out from senior tech expert Michael Miller.
How to Find Great Movies
If you’re looking for great movies to watch, you should try these search tools from IMDB and TCM.
Amazon, Apple, Spotify Music Free for 90 Days
Amazon and Apple now have 90-day free trials for their music streaming services. Pandora, Spotify and Tidal also have free trials. Here are the latest deals for free music streaming.
