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Sci-Fi Adventure On Amazon Prime Is Your Dad's New Favorite Movie
By Jonathan Klotz
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Show of hands, who cheated while playing Battleship? If your hand is down, you’re lying. Cheating your friends playing Battleship is a rite of passage which is why, somehow, Hasbro thought it would be the perfect property to cash in on the rise of Transformers back in 2012. 14 years later and it’s one of the top streaming movies on Amazon Prime, finally achieving its destiny: guilty pleasure Dad movie.
Top Gun By Sea
You can tell Battleship is from the early 2010’s because it stars Taylor Kitsch back when Hollywood was trying to make him the next big action star. If John Carter received the support it needed, it could have worked, but instead he starred in one box office bomb after another through no fault of his own. As Naval Officer Alex Hopper, Kitsch does a great job channeling Tom Cruise’s Maverick in Battleship, right down to trying to impress the Admiral’s daughter.
Where Battleship gets weird is when the alien spaceships land and isolate Hawaii from the rest of the world under an impenetrable force field. That and the alien weapons look a lot like the pegs from the game Battleship. Outgunned, outmanned, and with no one coming to save them, it’s up to Alex to lead the survivors of the American and Japanese Pacific Fleets against the alien invasion. And by now you’re wondering how this corny sounding sci-fi movie is a massive streaming hit, well, it’s because of what comes next.
The Greatest Final Act In Movie History
For the entire first two-thirds of Battleship it’s an incredibly corny movie where everyone, from Liam Neeson as the Admiral to Jesse Plemons and Rami Malek as sailors, understood the assignment and is chewing up every bit of scenery. Then, with no ship left, Alex says “we have a battleship,” and the camera pans to the U.S.S. Missouri docked at Pearl Harbor. In case you’re wondering what makes this a modern classic Dad movie, it’s this scene. Get your parents, get your grandparents, have them watch the movie, and wait until they reach the Missouri.
Onboard the ship-turned-historical museum, the survivors have no idea how to run an analog, old-school ship. That’s when the veterans appear, one by one. Played by the real veterans of the Missouri and other ships of the era (there’s a U.S.S. Carolina cap in there too!), the veterans get to work teaching the kids how the ship works, all set to the sounds of AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck.” This is catnip for boomers, and if you know any old seaman who haven’t watched this, you owe it to them to share it.
Battleship Is A Streaming Success Wherever It Sails
Battleship may be one of the biggest box office flops in history, losing both Hasbro and Universal roughly $150 million each after earning only $300 million at the box office, which after theatrical cuts and marketing, wasn’t enough for anything resembling a profit. It’s also one of the greatest streaming success stories in history. Every time Battleship arrives on a streaming service, it’s in the top 10 for weeks. No one wants to admit they love this movie, but it’s okay, you can admit that once “Thunderstruck” hits you are locked in.
When the final battle hits, if you aren’t having the time of your life with Battleship, you don’t love movies. Find a boomer, sit down, stream it on Amazon Prime, and remember how much fun you can have when a movie doesn’t take itself seriously.
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Missed out on Prime Day streaming deals? Heres your second chance to get MGM+ for cheap.
SAVE $8: Through July 1, you can sign up for MGM+ as a Prime Video add-on subscription for only $3.99 per month for two months. That’s $4 off the usual $7.99 per month, for a grand total of $8 in savings.
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Amazon Prime Day showcased some pretty awesome streaming deals, with popular and niche streaming services offering 99-cent subscriptions. Unfortunately, those deals have evaporated, as to be expected. If you’re kicking yourself for missing your opportunity to save on your summer streaming slate, Amazon’s giving you a second chance.
Through July 1, you can sign up for MGM+ as a Prime Video add-on subscription for only $3.99 per month for two months. Usually $7.99 per month, that’s about $8 total in savings. Sure, it’s not as impressive as the 99-cent deal, but beggars can’t be choosers.
The catch is that you have to subscribe through Prime Video, which requires a Prime membership. The MGM+ streaming library will then live inside of your Prime Video app as a premium add-on channel and you’ll be billed directly through Amazon for convenience.
Wondering if MGM+ is worth it? Well, as Amazon’s niche streaming service, it’s surprisingly robust with TV and movie options. As of now, it’s the only place you can stream Project Hail Mary (which will expand to Prime Video on July 3), one of the biggest movies of the year. It’s also where you’ll find The Martian (another Andy Weir novel adaptation), the small town mystery MGM+ Original Series From, Nickel Boys (one of our favorite movies of 2024), and most likely Is God Is when it makes its streaming debut later this summer.
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If you’re looking to expand your streaming horizons this summer, this is one of the cheapest ways you can do so. It certainly beats rewatching the same shows over and over again on Netflix.
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Save $80 on the DeWalt 20V Max Cordless Drill and Impact Driver duo and get more done
SAVE $80: As of July 1, get the DeWalt 20V Max Cordless Drill and Impact Driver for $169 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $249. That’s a discount of 32%.
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If you’ve got a list in your head of important home DIY projects to finish, you’re going to need the right tools for the job. With Fourth of July weekend right around the corner, now’s the perfect time to get it all done, too.
As of July 1, get the DeWalt 20V Max Cordless Drill and Impact Driver for $169 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $249. That’s a discount of 32%.
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This combo kit comes with the perfect selection of tools to get everything you’re interested in fixing or building done: two batteries, a charger, and a special DeWalt-branded bag to keep it all organized. The DDC771 has a two-speed transmission and 300 unit watts of power, so it’s ready to tackle any job, whether you need its 0.5-inch single-sleeve ratcheting chuck or its ergonomic handle to save your hands a bit of pain.
The other tool, the DCF885, is compact and lightweight, with a three-LED light ring and a 20-second delay to illuminate even the darkest rooms so you can see exactly what you’re doing. That way, if you’re having to work in low-light conditions or when light isn’t optimal (possibly later in the day), you’re covered — and you can get things finished even faster.
This combo kit is a great pick for anyone who’s handy at home, or even for brand-new homeowners who might need a nudge in the right direction when it comes to the tools they need for new home projects. Be sure to grab it while it’s still discounted.
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Herschel just launched a Minecraft collab in time for back-to-school shopping. Heres how to buy.
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We have Mario, Zelda, and GTA as video games that will always be part of our lives. But we can’t forget Minecraft. The game that has infinite possibilities — there’s something for every age and experience level in the game. Minecraft will forever be a favorite, and now we have a new way of showing our love.
The best backpacks of 2026? We’re convinced.
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The limited-edition Herschel Minecraft collection is now live at herschel.com, and it’s packed with must-have items if you’re a fan of the game. But be warned, the collab is selling out quickly, so hop on anything you want before it vanishes.
Highlights of the Herschel Minecraft collab
The Herschel Supply x Minecraft collection is filled with backpacks, lunch boxes, pencil cases, and accessories. And unlike some collabs, the collection features way more than just Steve and swords. Snag a Creeper hat, an Enderman backpack, and a hip pack with a print that depicts The End.
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At the time of writing, the incredible Cube Little America Backpack is sold out in all colorways, but we have fingers crossed for a restock. However, there’s still plenty to choose from. Browse the selection of Creeper merch, Pink Sheep, and Enderman items. There are also options that reflect life in the Overworld, the Nether, and the End.
As an in-game treat, you can download the free Herschel Backpack Trials Add-On from the Minecraft Marketplace to get a massive inventory expansion so you can carry up to 442,368 items. You’ll need the Minecraft Bedrock Edition to add on this free expansion.
How to buy the Herschel Minecraft collab
The entire collection of Herschel Supply x Minecraft items is on sale now at Herschel’s website. Stock is dwindling on items, so shop today to get the best selection. Plus, that will ensure items arrive in time for the 2026-2027 school year. The collection has items for both kids and adults. Herschel offers free ground shipping on orders over $75.
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