Top 10 Famous Monkeys
Yes, I realize this list contains some primates that are not monkeys, but Top 10 Famous Primates doesn’t sound nearly as fun as a barrel full of monkeys, I mean a top 10 list of famous monkeys. So take some time to monkey around and read a fun list of monkeys and other primates.
10. Bubbles The Chimp
Bubbles The Chimp enjoyed the good life at Neverland Ranch, surrounded by amusement park rides and pampered by his master, Michael Jackson. Bubbles was often seen meandering around the ranch clad in a diaper, and Jackson has claimed that Bubbles actually performed work duties at Neverland, such as dusting and cleaning windows. Perhaps due to his strange living environment and his creepy master, Bubbles became very disturbed as he grew older, displaying fits of temper and even biting several visitors to Neverland Ranch: he was banished from Michael Jackson’s residence due to his misbehavior.
Top 10 Self-Destructive Child Actors
Can you have much too much, much too young? These ten junior celebrities are proof that yes, you can. From drug and drink addictions to car and relationship wrecks, fame can spoil even the youngest souls. Fortunately, some child stars have overcome their destructiveness, whereas others are fading away, and may more have burnt out completely.
10. Haley Joel Osment
Hayley nearly did see dead people when he flipped his car in July 2006 driving under the influence of alcohol and in possession of marijuana. The LA born star, who made his debut in Forrest Gump aged just six, is best known for his harrowing performance in Sixth Sense and, despite his brush with the law, is still a successful actor, most recently in the heart-warming tale, Home of the Giants. Haley is at the top of the list for being, thankfully, the least self-destructive young actor of the bunch. After his misdemeanor, he paid his fines and did his time, which were $1500 and 26 AA meetings respectively.
Top 10 Movies that feature the Statue of Liberty
The Statute of Liberty is not only an iconic symbol of America, freedom and worldwide friendships – she has also been in more cinemas than popcorn. In most of her movie appearances she has played a peripheral role, lurking in the background as a torch-carrying part of the scenery.
The flying limousine in Team America (2004) took a detour round her diadem rays. Her decapitated head appeared on the VHS box cover of Escape from New York (1981). She was seen in the background in The Fantastic Four (2005), My Super Ex-Girlfriend (2006) and Maid in Manhattan (2002), and who can blame her for lurking in the background of that movie?
However, in the following ten movies Liberty’s role has been much more integral than a mere background extra.
10. Cloverfield (2008)
Twenty years ago films with wobbly camerawork and incomplete stories were called B-Movies. Nowadays, these features are seen to represent artistic quality. Cloverfield is a movie with very wobbly camerawork and an inconclusive storyline. As with the box cover for Escape from New York, Liberty again loses her head for a movie with this one. For those who haven’t yet seen the whole film, it’s enough to say that Cloverfield is a strange tale of alien invasion, everlasting love and even longer lasting camcorder batteries.
Top 10 Sea Stories
Here are the top 10 famous sea stories with plenty of atmosphere, adventure and excitement. Runners-up include the Bounty Trilogy, Forrester’s Hornblower saga, Ed Beach’s Run Silent, Run Deep and Tom Heggen’s Mr. Roberts.
10. The Caine Mutiny by Herman Wouk
Updating the Bounty mutiny, ex-navy man Wouk refashioned Bligh as neurotic petty tyrant Queeg, driving the Caine’s crew to mutiny during a dangerous storm. Though Navy lawyer Greenwald stands up for Queeg at book’s end, we still know what a rule-happy, inflexible screw-up Queeg is.
Top 10 Worst Lifetime Original Movies
The title might be inaccurate, because if you’re anything like me then the more terrible the movie, the more I love it…when it comes to Lifetime Original Movies. Give me a bad soundtrack, overacting and horrible cinematography and I’m a happy camper.
Truthfully, though, many of these movies have redeeming qualities. I can’t quite remember what they are, but I’m certain they have them. In fact, most Lifetime Original Movies have a moral to the story…some wisdom to impart on the masses…so we can all learn and grow as people while we watch snippets of movies between ads for Target and Benefiber. Without further ado, here are the top ten worst Lifetime Original Movies:
10. Cyber Seduction: His Secret Life
He was a good kid who had it all…until he discovered porn. Or did porn discover him? Either way, after the porn he wasn’t such a good kid anymore. He became secretive and soon the porn became an addiction. He was addicted to porn. Lucky for him his porn travels led him right to the hot but fast girl at his school (that’s one heck of a social networking story, folks) who intends to deflower him. Does he get deflowered? Does he disappoint his worried mother (played by Kelly Lynch, who has played some pretty sexy roles herself)? Do you really care?
Top 10 Whistles of Movies, TV and Radio
No one’s ever put a list of musical themes, adapted or original, in a list before, so I thought I’d be the first! All are whistled solo, not part of any songs, and while most are from movies, there are two from TV, and one from the golden days of radio. [Editor's Note: I tried my best to find clips and audio for this list, but couldn't always find just the right one. If any readers know where to locate missing or a better example of the audio, please email us.]
10. A Fistful of Dollars
This first film of Sergio Leone’s “Man With No Name” trilogy not only made Clint Eastwood a superstar but also put Ennio Morricone in the movie music pantheon. I choose it because that whistled theme sets up the sardonic, ironic tone of the movie practically all by itself.
Top 10 Simpsons Guest Appearances
Surpassing “The Flintstones” more than 13 years ago as the longest animated sitcoms and the longest running animated program, “The Simpsons” has also become a hallmark for American television. In the nearly 20 seasons, “The Simpsons” has created a few of its own hallmarks such as the couch gag, the chalkboard gag and guest stars. “Simpsons” fans have become almost cultish, and it is not surprising that some of the most notable guest stars are famous with their own cultish followings.
To be included on this list, the guest star or stars had to have been notably famous for a significant amount of time and/or be known as the best among their peers. Higher recognition was given to those celebrities who would not normally guest star vocally.
10. Dustin Hoffman
Arguably one of the best actors of his generation, Dustin Hoffman has always brought a quirk and a smile to his performances. As a Mr. Bergstrom, substitute teacher for Lisa, she adores the only adult and certainly only teacher to challenge and respect her. Hoffman’s performance, coincidentally, was credited under the pseudonym Sam Etic.
Top 10 Sopranos Getting Whacked Scenes
Before reading or watching the video clip scenes on this top 10 list of Sopranos Getting Whacked, please be warned that this is list about the violent television show on HBO focusing on the dealings of a mafia family. People are being murdered and the description and video are intense. This is not for the faint of heart, especially the videos. This is a PG-13 list so treat is as such and keep the kids away. Now that the disclaimer is out of the way, reload and and watch.
10. Big Pussy sleeps with the fishes.
Ahhhh, the brotherhood is broken. Tony finds the proverbial FBI wire that Pussy’s been wearing for more than a year, and it’s all over. What we, the viewers know, but Tony does not, is that Pussy has been tortured about the fact that he’s had to flip on his crew. Pussy, Silvio and Paulie join Tony for a test ride on a boat he’s thinking about buying. When land is out of sight, the interrogation begins, and Pussy spills the beans. He was gonna do 30 years, he says, for pushing “H.” Yeah – whatever. WHACK! Puss is pumped full of lead and thrown overboard. Tony, Silvio and Paulie head back to shore.
Top 10 Best 80s Cartoons
As I am a child from the 80s generation, I can fondly remember many of the animated shows (cartoons) listed below. Some I watched Saturday mornings and other I watched after getting home from school. A good dose of nostalgia and be found in these top ten 80’s cartoons so take a moment and watch a few fond memories. Please comment on your favorites. As always these top ten lists aren’t perfect but the criteria was based on longevity, cultural impact and “coolness”. Hopefully everyone will find a few cartoons they agree with. If you have other cartoons to add, please include them in the comments or submit your own list. We are always looking for a great top ten list.
10. Inspector Gadget
It’s a case of laughter in the first degree.
Inspector Gadget is a classic cartoon. Don Adams, of Get Smart fame, is the voice of the goodhearted but bumbling Inspector. He had it all, from rocket skates to that car with an easy chair in the back seat. This show would have been better if the entire series had more of a plot arc because then maybe every episode wouldn’t have been the same. Chief Quimby gives Gadget assignments but the real detectives are Penny, his niece, and Brain, his loyal dog. Penny and Brain always solve the case, tie up the criminals and save Gadget’s life time and time again. - DragonMasterHiro
Top 10 Most Famous Cartoon Dogs
When searching for the top 10 famous cartoon dogs you have to consider notoriety, popularity, cultural significance and, of course, cuteness. Oh, and if you could talk, it probably helped. There are any number of famous dogs in entertainment:Lassie, Eddie (of Frasier fame), Benji, Hooch, and Rin Tin Tin, but there is a certain breed of dog that has risen to a celebrity all their own. The animated dog. Here are the top 10 most famous animated dogs. And don’t worry, they are all house-trained.
10. Ren Hoeck
The Ren & Stimpy Show
A staple of Nickelodeon for many years, Ren was the often abrasive, usually neurotic companion of the slightly effeminate, hair-ball producing Stimpy. A take on a Chihuahua, Ren could go from screaming and calling Stimpy an idiot, to shivering in a corner much like a real Chihuahua. An icon for an entire generation of teenagers, Ren leads off our list at number ten.
