Elevators in Science Fiction Television
Jamie Fenderson Jamie Fenderson

Elevators in Science Fiction Television

In science fiction television, elevators often double as a key storytelling device, a place for character moments, or even a futuristic showcase of advanced technology. Let’s take a ride through some of the most memorable sci-fi elevators on TV.

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Riding High with Retro Style: Remembering "Elevator Action" (1983)
Jamie Fenderson Jamie Fenderson

Riding High with Retro Style: Remembering "Elevator Action" (1983)

In the world of vintage video games, few titles spotlight elevators quite like the 1983 spy-themed arcade classic Elevator Action. While our elevators don’t need to dodge 8-bit bullets, we do appreciate the clever ways Elevator Action brought vertical travel to life.

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Why Some Elevators Skip the 13th Floor (and Other Superstitions)
Jamie Fenderson Jamie Fenderson

Why Some Elevators Skip the 13th Floor (and Other Superstitions)

Turns out, the elevator is more than a vehicle for vertical travel, it’s a fascinating mirror of cultural beliefs, fears, and design choices. Let’s press a few buttons and see what superstitions we uncover, from unlucky numbers to ghost floors to hotel quirks around the globe.

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Going Up: 5 Elevator Songs from the 1980s That Took Us Higher
Jamie Fenderson Jamie Fenderson

Going Up: 5 Elevator Songs from the 1980s That Took Us Higher

The 1980s had its fair share of musical obsessions. Cars, girls, dancing, telephones, and... elevators? Yep. Whether metaphorical or literal, elevators found their way into the lyrics and titles of several unforgettable tracks during the decade of excess. So press that “up” button, wait for the ding, and let’s take a ride through five notable songs about elevators from the '80s.

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15 Elevator Scenes in Modern Movies
Jamie Fenderson Jamie Fenderson

15 Elevator Scenes in Modern Movies

Elevators have a unique way of amplifying tension, comedy, and drama in films. Whether it's a fight sequence in a cramped space, an emotional moment, or an unexpected encounter, elevator scenes create some of the most memorable moments in cinema. Here are 15 standout elevator scenes from movies released in the 21st century.

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15 Elevator Scenes in Classic Movies
Jamie Fenderson Jamie Fenderson

15 Elevator Scenes in Classic Movies

Before the year 2000, filmmakers knew that elevators weren’t just for getting from floor to floor, they were prime locations for romance, suspense, action, and, occasionally, buckets of blood. Here are 15 of the most memorable pre-millennium movie moments that took place inside (or in very close proximity to) an elevator.

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Fascinating Elevator Facts You Didn’t Know
Jamie Fenderson Jamie Fenderson

Fascinating Elevator Facts You Didn’t Know

Elevators are such a routine part of modern life that we often take them for granted. Whether you’re heading up to your office or returning to your apartment, elevators make vertical travel seamless. But behind those sliding doors lies a world of innovation, history, and trivia.

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