11 Mind-Blowing Facts That Sound Completely Made Up But Are Actually 100% True

Facts That Are Real But Sound Fake

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The popularity of Lego Star Wars led Lego to pursue more licensed sets.

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VCRs were originally created for taping TV shows, not for watching movies at home.

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Lunchables were invented to help sell more bologna, and they weren't meant to be for kids.

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This promotional photo of Jack Nicholson in the "Here's Johnny!" moment in The Shining was what got him cast as the Joker in Batman.

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Slack began as a failed video game.

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Netflix is responsible for the creation of Roku.

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Silly Putty was created as a failed attempt to make synthetic rubber during WWII.

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And lastly, James Cameron was vehemently opposed to having "My Heart Will Go On" be the ending credits song for Titanic.