BBC Three announces cast for ‘Tatau’ drama

The cast has been announced for Tatau, BBC Three’s new fantasy drama series from the makers of Being Human. The eight 45-minute episodes are written by Richard Zajdlic, who has previously written episodes of By Any Means, Strike Back, This Life and EastEnders. > Like Tatau on Facebook for all the latest news on the … >

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BBC Three orders ‘Tatau’ drama from ‘Being Human’ makers

BBC Three has announced the commission of Tatau, a brand new eight-part fantasy drama series. Tatau is the first new drama series to be commissioned for BBC Three since In the Flesh. The future of In the Flesh has yet to be announced by BBC Three. Written by Richard Zajdlic and co-produced by Touchpaper TV … >

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‘Being Human’ writer confirmed for second ‘Doctor Who’ ep

Jamie Mathieson has written another episode for the new series of Doctor Who. He has penned Episode 9, the new issue of Doctor Who Magazine reveals, in addition to his previously announced Episode 8. However, the episodes are not thought to be a two-part story. Directed by Douglas Mackinnon (Line of Duty), Episode 9 guest … >

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‘Poldark’ first pic: Aidan Turner in BBC One’s new adaptation

The first promotional photo for BBC One’s new adaptation of Winston Graham’s acclaimed Poldark saga has been released. Set in 18th century Cornwall, the eight-part series stars Aidan Turner (Being Human) as Ross. The cast also includes Eleanor Tomlinson (The White Queen), Heida Reed (Silent Witness), Jack Farthing (Blandings), Kyle Solder (Anna Karenina), Warren Clarke … >

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‘Being Human’ writer joins ‘Doctor Who’ Series 8

Jamie Mathieson has been confirmed as one of the writers for the new series of Doctor Who. He has previously written episodes of Being Human and Dirk Gently, as well as Chris O’Dowd’s 2009 movie Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel, but is new to Doctor Who. Writing on his blog, Mathieson commented: “I am writing … >

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Channel 5 orders second series of ‘Suspects’

Improvised crime drama Suspects will return to Channel 5 with new episodes for a second series this autumn. Executive-produced by Paul Marquess (The Bill, Footballers’ Wives), Suspects launched last month. Starring Fay Ripley (Cold Feet), Damien Molony (Being Human) and Clare-Hope Ashitey, the show sees the actors  improvise the dialogue from a tightly-plotted storyline, using … >

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Aidan Turner to lead BBC One’s new ‘Poldark’ adaptation

The Hobbit’s Aidan Turner has been cast as Ross Poldark in BBC One’s new adaptation of Winston Graham’s acclaimed Poldark saga. Set in 18th century Cornwall, Poldark is adapted by Debbie Horsfield. Being Human star Turner commented: “I’m very excited to play Ross Poldark for the BBC and it’s obviously a huge challenge to honour … >

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‘Suspects’ Episode 1 review

Channel 5, not traditionally known for supporting home-grown talent unless it’s emerging from a reality show, has piggy-banked enough to air its first original drama in nine years: Suspects. It’s a police procedural, shot in documentary style, and it’s semi-improved by the cast – are the alarm bells in your head ringing yet?

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