It. Poster of the 1990 TV series and cover of the 1986 book
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It
Stephen King, 1986
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Tommy Lee Wallace, 1990

During a heavy rainstorm in Derry, Maine in the spring of 1960, Georgie Denbrough plays in the streets with a paper sailboat made by his stuttering older brother Bill. While looking through Mike’s history scrapbook, the Losers realize that Pennywise, whom they refer to as It, is not a human being but rather a demon who awakens every thirty years to murder and devour children.


A Futile and Stupid Gesture. Poster of the 2018 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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A Futile and Stupid Gesture
Josh Karp, 2006
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David Wain, 2018

The National Lampoon name became globally recognized after the monumental success of Animal House—but before the glory days, it was a scrappy yet divinely subversive magazine and radio show that introduced the world to comedic geniuses like Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, John Belushi, and Gilda Radner.


Can't Hardly Wait. Poster of the 1998 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Can't Hardly Wait
Ray Garton, 1998
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Deborah Kaplan, Harry Elfont, 1998

The senior class of a suburban high school, Huntington Hillside, are attending a graduation party at a large house owned by a rich class member’s family. Preston’s antisocial best friend Denise Fleming has no intention of going to the party, but is dragged along by Preston.


Sex Drive. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 2006 book, All the Way
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All the Way
Andy Behrens, 2006
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Sean Anders, 2008

Ian faces a crucial choice: remain sexually inexperienced or embark on an 800-mile journey to engage in a passionate encounter with an attractive individual. Having made his decision, Ian, accompanied by his sexually eager friend Lance, sets off on an adventure of sexual exploration, with his longtime companion Felicia joining them.


Party Monster. Poster of the 2003 movie and cover of the 1999 book, Disco Bloodbath
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Disco Bloodbath
James St. James, 1999
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Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato, 2003

In this captivating true crime story, Michael Alig is a renowned New York party organizer whose life took a dark turn after he confessed to murdering his drug dealer on television. The gripping tale follows the unraveling of his once-prominent life as the consequences of his actions catch up with him.


The Hotel New Hampshire. Poster of the 1984 movie and cover of the 1981 book
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The Hotel New Hampshire
John Irving, 1981
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Tony Richardson, 1984

Embarking on a whimsical journey, the Berry family, a delightful ensemble of eight endearing outcasts, embarks on an extraordinary escapade to realize their lifelong dream of owning a hotel. As they traverse the globe, each new destination is met with their unique blend of uproarious humor, idiosyncratic antics, and mischievous pranks.


Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. Poster of the 2004 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Scooby Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed
Suzanne Weyn, 2004
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Raja Gosnell, 2004

Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy and Scooby-Doo attend the opening of an exhibition at the Coolsonian Criminology Museum commemorating their past solved cases with monster costumes on display. Scooby and Shaggy, after overhearing the rest of the gang criticizing their tendency to bumble every operation, resolve to better themselves and act like real detectives.