Blockbusters returned and streaming services sustained. Here are 2021’s best films as ranked by USA TODAY’s Film Critic, Brian Truitt.
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Michael B. Jordan and Denzel Washington reveal their very different Christmas plans
Actor Michael B. Jordan and director Denzel Washington chat with USA TODAY’s Anika Reed about their new film, “A Journal for Jordan.”
Carrie-Anne Moss explains how she got through the production delays of ‘Matrix 4’
Carrie-Anne Moss chats with USA TODAY’s Ralphie Aversa about the production and training involved in “The Matrix Resurrections.”
‘Ted Lasso,’ ‘Mare of Easttown.’ ‘Squid Game’ and the best TV shows of 2021
USA TODAY TV Critic Kelly Lawler ranks her top TV shows of 2021, from “For All Mankind” to “Ted Lasso.”
Jeff Garlin parts with ‘The Goldbergs’ and didn’t finish production on current season
Comedian Jeff Garlin has parted ways with the ABC sitcom “The Goldbergs,” which premiered in 2013, following accusations of misconduct on set.
Tom Holland credits Zendaya with helping him navigate fame; talks new ‘Spider-Man’ film
Tom Holland chats with USA TODAY’s Brian Truitt about his future as Spider-Man and navigating fame as an actor.
Olivia Rodrigo, Brandi Carlile, St. Vincent make the cut for best albums of 2021
USA TODAY’s Patrick Ryan and Melissa Ruggieri list their top albums of the year, including releases from Olivia Rodrigo, Brandi Carlile and more.
Albums from the late Juice Wrld, Alicia Keys and Rick Ross highlight New Music Friday
New Music Friday features new albums from Alicia Keys and Rick Ross plus the late Juice Wrld and Netflix’s ‘Don’t Look Up’ film soundtrack.
Nicole Kidman reveals how long she prepared to play Lucille Ball for ‘Meet the Ricardos’
Actors Javier Bardem and Nicole Kidman chat with USA TODAY’s Patrick Ryan about the new biopic “Meet the Ricardos.”
Michael Bublé reveals his favorite Christmas song to perform, and it’ll surprise you
Michael Bublé chats with USA TODAY’s Melissa Ruggieri about his NBC holiday special, “Michael Bublé’s Christmas in the City” and more.