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Ian McArdell

Lenny Henry talks to his comedy heroes for Channel 4

Legends of Comedy with Lenny Henry promises a series of illuminating, in-depth chats.  Channel 4 have announced a new series of interviews, hosted by Lenny Henry. In the show, titled Legends of Comedy with Lenny Henry, the award-winning comedian, actor and writer meets some of the country’s most iconic comedians to explore how they spin … >

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Junior Taskmaster finds its hosts in Matafeo and Wozniak

Rose Matafeo and Mike Wozniak will lead the children’s version of C4’s enduring popular challenge show.  The mighty Taskmaster goes from strength to strength on Channel 4. The broadcaster recently confirmed the show’s future for three more years, as well as giving the green light to a junior edition, which is cunningly titled Junior Taskmaster. … >

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The Has Fallen franchise sets its sights on Paris… and on television

Paris has Fallen comes from Urban Myth, creators of The Lazarus Project.  After three successful outings on the big screen, the Has Fallen series is heading to television. The action movie franchise has tackled Olympus (2013), London (2016) and Angel (2019) as secret agent Mike Benning (Gerard Butler) foils terrorist attacks on high profile targets. Now, … >

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The Omega Factor

The Omega Factor – Big Finish announce an “audio movie” for Halloween

Feature-length drama The House That Wasn’t Haunted continues The Omega Factor story.   Jack Gerson’s terrifying television series gripped viewers in 1979 as the secretive Department 7 investigated the paranormal. Based in Edinburgh, the team encountered ESP, telekinesis and spiritual possession, bringing them into conflict with a sinister organisation known as Omega. While the show … >

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SAS Rogue Heroes – second series begins filming

Steven Knight’s rollicking tale of the SAS continues with new Rogue Heroes joining the story for series 2 SAS Rogue Heroes made a significant splash when it landed on BBC One last year. After drawing impressive audience figures, including over 9 million viewers for its first episode, the show was swiftly recommissioned for a second … >

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Good Omens 2 – Prime Video launch date revealed

Creator Neil Gaiman delivers the Good Omens 2 start date in deadpan style via a YouTube parody.  Good things come to those who wait. Fortunately, the wait is nearly over for Good Omens 2! The second series of the show, based on the book by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, lands on 28th July, 2023 … >

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Catherine Tate scores Eurovision Song Contest role

The actor and comedian will deliver the UK’s scores at Eurovision 2023.  In surprising news, the BBC have announced that Catherine Tate has been selected to deliver the score from the UK’s National Jury at the forthcoming Eurovision 2023 final. Hosed in Liverpool, on behalf of last year’s winners Ukraine, the show takes place this … >

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Louise Jameson joins The Ninth Doctor Adventures on audio (updated)

Big Finish launch their third series of The Ninth Doctor Adventures with Pioneers – starring Doctor Who legend Louise Jameson in a guest role.  Updated 10/05/23: The new series of box sets starring Christopher Eccleston kicks off with a new video promo. The three stories in Pioneers focus on the ground-breaking human endeavour: in outer space, … >

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