Nathan Lane recalled working with Gene Hackman on "The Birdcage" and how the late actor had a ready quip when Lane ad-libbed a line.

Amid news of the death of Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, here’s how to stream one of his most underrated movies for free.

It’s a tall task to try to whittle Gene Hackman’s career down to five notable films. One of the 20th century’s greatest actors, Hackman’s career spanned more than 40 years ...

“Died Tragically Rescuing His Family From the Wreckage of a Destroyed Sinking Battleship.” (asterisk)1996: “The Birdcage,” “The Chamber,” “Extreme Measures” ...