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Some movies skip the theater release and go straight to DVD. Find out why some movies head to the home entertainment market early at HowStuffWorks.

Movie release dates are often chosen several years in advance. Find out why movie studios battle for the best release dates at HowStuffWorks.

In movie production, the phrase 'below the line' refers to certain expenses in a film's budget. Find out what's below the line at HowStuffWorks.

When Clint Eastwood fired a director that didn't share his vision, the Eastwood Rule was born. Learn more about the Eastwood Rule at HowStuffWorks.

Knock-off toys might be cheaper, but are they safe? Find out if knock-off toys are more dangerous than name-brand toys.

Is a push toy better than a walker? Find out if push toys can help kids learn to walk at HowStuffWorks.

'Star Wars' toys were hot items in the '70s and '80s. Find out if the popularity of 'Star Wars' toys changed the toy industry.

Ever wonder how dolls get their hair? Learn about doll hair rooting at HowStuffWorks.

In movie production, the phrase 'above the line' refers to certain studio expenses. Find out which costs fall above the line at HowStuffWorks.

German-style board games have strict rules that are easy to follow. Learn more about German-style board games at HowStuffWorks.