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Streaming subscriptions keep climbing, hardcover prices are rising, and theater tickets cost an arm and a leg. The good news is, a lot of the best entertainment out there is still completely free. We rounded up the movies, shows, and books you can enjoy without spending a dime.
The Best Movies You Can
Stream for Free Right Now
Free streaming services have quietly leveled up. Platforms like Tubi, Kanopy, and Pluto TV now stock films that used to live behind subscription walls. These are the ones worth queueing up first.
The Birdcage
Robin Williams and Nathan Lane star as a gay couple agreeing to play it straight for their son’s conservative future in-laws, led by Gene Hackman. With Hackman, Williams, and director Mike Nichols no longer with us, now's a fitting time to revisit a comedy classic and pay tribute to three legends.
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Hawksbill Resort
The Vibe: Carribean Calm
The Location: Antigua
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Hawksbill Resort is a laid-back, all-inclusive escape spread across 30 lush acres and four stunning beaches—including Antigua’s only clothing-optional stretch. Fresh from recent upgrades, the resort’s 106 rooms, cottages, and bungalows strike a balance between classic island style and thoughtful modern touches, including outdoor showers, air conditioning, and private verandas. Spend your days sailing, kayaking, or snorkeling right from the shore, then cool off in the new infinity pool with sweeping views of Hawksbill Rock. Come evening, enjoy authentic Caribbean cuisine at the open-air restaurant before winding down to live music under the stars.
Great Books That Can Be
Found in Almost Any Library
If you don’t already have a library card, this list is your reason to get one. Every book on it can be checked out for free through almost any library system, in print or as an ebook.
Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry
Larry McMurtry’s 1985 Pulitzer winner follows two former Texas Rangers, Augustus McCrae and Woodrow Call, driving a cattle herd from the Rio Grande to Montana. The plot is straightforward; the writing is anything but. Sure to be the quickest 850 pages you’ve ever read.
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Mirror Lake Inn
The Vibe: Toto, we’re not in NYC anymore.
The Location: Lake Placid, NY
Instaworthy Accommodations:
“#1 Resort in Lake Placid”—TripAdvisor. All 127 rooms, including Junior Suites, Luxury Suites, and Family Suites, feel like an elegantly decorated cabin, perfect for a cozy escape from the city. Each comes with a sunroom sitting area with floor-to-ceiling French doors to take in the serene Mirror Lake and Adirondack Mountain views. Level up your relaxation with a visit to Mirror Lake Inn’s award-winning Lake Placid Spa. There you’ll find Phytomer marine-based products and an incredible array of treatments, including a Dry Float European Soft Pack and Salt Room!
The Best TV Shows You Can
Stream for Free
There’s never a shortage of incredible TV series you can watch for free. Whether you missed a prestige drama the first time around or just want a comfort-watch sitcom in the background, these picks deliver.
Courage the Cowardly Dog
Tubi recently added over 100 classic cartoons to their library. On a whim I decided to watch Courage for nostalgia’s sake, and was reminded why it’s an all-timer: it’s scary for kids, loaded with easter eggs and fan theories for adults, and features top-tier music and animation.
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