Leo Hartwell

Introducing Leo Hartwell, our resident entertainment enthusiast and dedicated connoisseur of all things magical and otherworldly. With a degree in Film Studies and a passion for fantastical narratives, Leo has spent the past seven years exploring the hidden realms of cinema and television for our website. As a fervent fan of both spellbinding dramas and adrenaline-charged action franchises, Leo's taste knows no bounds.

Leo's fascination with the supernatural and mythical creatures is evident in his love for the world of Harry Potter and the captivating adventures of the Winchester brothers in the Supernatural series. His writing is fueled by an insatiable appetite for the fantastical worlds of Middle-earth, the enchanting realms of Narnia, and the twists and turns of Guillermo del Toro's creature-filled masterpieces.

Why Gabby Hayes Left Hopalong Cassidy (It Wasn't Over the Script)
Why Gabby Hayes Left Hopalong Cassidy (It Wasn't Over the Script)
Gabby Hayes may be remembered as the ultimate scruffy sidekick of Western cinema, but when he walked away from the Hopalong Cassidy series in 1939, it wasn't because of creative differences or a bad script.
What Jack Elam Was Like in Real Life Will Blow Every Western Fan's Mind
What Jack Elam Was Like in Real Life Will Blow Every Western Fan's Mind
If you only know Jack Elam as the bug-eyed gunslinger from a hundred Westerns, brace yourself — the real guy was nothing like the characters he played.
Paul McCartney Rejected Ozzy Osbourne — and the Excuse Is Wild
Paul McCartney Rejected Ozzy Osbourne — and the Excuse Is Wild
It's not every day a Beatle turns you down, but that's exactly what happened to Ozzy Osbourne.
What Was James Drury's Favorite Episode of The Virginian?
What Was James Drury's Favorite Episode of The Virginian?
For nine seasons and over 200 episodes, James Drury played the title character in The Virginian, one of the longest-running and most beloved Western series in American TV history.
Why Did Adam DeVine Leave Modern Family? The Answer's Messier Than You Think
Why Did Adam DeVine Leave Modern Family? The Answer's Messier Than You Think
When Modern Family fans watched Andy say goodbye to Haley, it felt like a gut punch.
Why Did Pernell Roberts Not Like Bonanza? The Real Reason He Walked Away From Millions
Why Did Pernell Roberts Not Like Bonanza? The Real Reason He Walked Away From Millions
When Bonanza launched in 1959, it became one of the biggest TV hits of its time.
Storage Wars: What Happened to Brandi and Jarrod Got the Cops Involved
Storage Wars: What Happened to Brandi and Jarrod Got the Cops Involved
They were one of reality TV's most watchable couples — bickering, bartering, and battling over storage lockers on Storage Wars.
Alan Ladd's Mysterious Death Still Doesn't Add Up
Alan Ladd's Mysterious Death Still Doesn't Add Up
By 1954, Alan Ladd was Hollywood royalty. Star of Shane, cover boy for fan magazines, and one of the most popular actors on Earth.
At Almost 101, She Is the Oldest Living Actress
At Almost 101, She Is the Oldest Living Actress
Hollywood doesn't usually let you age in peace — unless you're her. While most stars fade into obscurity or tabloid nostalgia, she's still around, still sharp, and officially the oldest living Oscar winner.
What Really Happened to Britain's Got Talent Star Jonathan Antoine
What Really Happened to Britain's Got Talent Star Jonathan Antoine
When Jonathan Antoine stepped onto the Britain's Got Talent stage in 2012, he looked like the last person Simon Cowell would bet on. Nervous. Overweight. Dressed like a regular teenager.