Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory turned a box office flop into a beloved classic (1971) Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory flopped in 1971 theaters. Here’s how a real chocolate river and one actor’s odd demand made it a classic anyway.
80s candy: See 35 most excellent retro favorites, including chocolate & fruity sweets A lot of 80s candy endures to the present, but you’re still going to love these retro ads & packages from back in the day! Which were your favorites?
90s candy: 40+ popular and totally fly sweet treats to remember The Juice is Loose! SNICKERS really satisfies. Melts in your mouth, not in your hand. First it’s a candy, then it’s a gum. These iconic
Gene Wilder: The humble actor who found stardom in the 1960s and will forever define comedy greatness Gene Wilder reached a level of stardom that no one would have predicted, least of all himself. Here are interviews with the actor himself from the ’70s.
Meet young Dolly Parton before she was a country icon, movie star & philanthropist (1946-2026) SEE IT NOW »
Remember Tinkerbell cosmetics & beauty products for girls? (Especially the cute peel-off nail polish that ruled the 70s & 80s!) SEE IT NOW »
Linda Gray’s house had 15 comfortable rooms, two horses & zero interest in looking formal (1982) SEE IT NOW »