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About Liam Gaughan

Liam Gaughan is a film and TV writer at Collider. He has been writing film reviews and news coverage for ten years. Between relentlessly adding new titles to his watchlist and attending as many screenings as he can, Liam is always watching new movies and television shows. 

In addition to reviewing, writing, and commentating on both new and old releases, Liam has interviewed talent such as Mark Wahlberg, Jesse Plemons, Sam Mendes, Billy Eichner, Dylan O'Brien, Luke Wilson, and B.J. Novak. Liam aims to get his spec scripts produced and currently writes short films and stage plays. He lives in Allentown, PA.

Favorite Media

Liam's favorite movies include 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Shawshank Redemption, The Departed, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, and the Star Wars franchise. His favorite shows include Twin Peaks, Succession, Mr. Robot, Mad Men, The Wire, and The Sopranos.

Industry Experience

Liam holds a bachelor's degree in journalism and has over ten years of experience writing about entertainment media. His bylines include Dallas Observer, Dallas Morning News, Slashfilm, Taste of Cinema, Central Track, MovieWeb, Rebel Scum, and About.com among others.

Latest Articles

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'The Crown’s Final Season Cameos Are More Than Just Fan Service

The cameo appearances strengthen the show’s focus on Elizabeth as she determines the future of the monarchy.

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10 Underrated Sam Rockwell Movies, Ranked

Rockwell has given memorable performances in many cult hits, independent dramas, and films that have been otherwise forgotten.

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The 10 Underrated Drama Movies of 2023, Ranked

These dramas were underrated in 2023.

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The 10 Most Underrated Liam Neeson Movies, Ranked

Neeson has established himself as one of the definitive action heroes of his generation.

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The True Story Behind 'The Crown's Operation London Bridge

The official protocol is included in 'The Crown's final season, but it's about more than just funeral details.

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‘Bones’ Best Christmas Episode Is a Turning Point for the Show

It isn’t just one of the show's most festive episodes; it's also one of the most romantic.

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John Mulaney Could Have Been the Star of 'Home Alone'

Prior to Macaulay Culkin’s casting, comedian John Mulaney was considered to play Kevin McCallister.

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The True Story Behind ‘The Crown’s “Willsmania”

The young Prince found it increasingly challenging to remain out of the public spotlight.

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The 10 Best Nicolas Cage Action Movies, Ranked

He said to put the bunny back in the box!

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‘The Crown’ Season 6 Part 2 Ending Explained: A Final Tribute to a Queen

The episode's last moments serve as a reminder of the incredible span of time that Peter Morgan's series covered.

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The 8 Most Underrated Scarlett Johansson Movies, Ranked

You might know Scarlett Johansson's biggest hits, but what about her most overlooked movies?

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Howard Hughes Is Why Paramount Turned a B-Movie Into an Oscar-Winning Western

Paramount was sure this iconic Western was a B-movie, and boy were they wrong.

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Every 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Season Finale, Ranked

The show’s final episodes typically featured Buffy facing off with the season’s “big bad."

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Joe Pesci Scarred Macaulay Culkin on the Set of ‘Home Alone,’ Literally

Pesci was so committed to the role that he left his young co-star with a permanent scar.

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Mark Wahlberg’s Most Underrated Role Makes Him a Villain

Wahlberg’s charisma is weaponized to comedic effect in order to show a very dark side of the American dream.

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The ‘Charlie Brown Christmas’ Scene That Was Almost Cut

One of the most beloved scenes from ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ met with some major controversy from the network.

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The 10 Most Underrated Bill Murray Movies, Ranked

"I love you when you roughhouse!"

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‘American Fiction’ Ending Explained: How Does Jeffrey Wright’s Satire End?

Starring Jeffrey Wright, 'American Fiction' is a sharp, biting satire of racial identity and artistic merit.

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Marlon Brando's Good Reason for Turning Down This Oscar-Nominated Western Role

Brando turned down the chance to play a pivotal character in Arthur Penn’s classic Western, and we're glad he did!

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Kevin Bacon's Most Underrated Role Was in This Non-MCU Superhero Movie

Even nice guys know how to be villains.

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