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Ian McArdell

Robocop

Robocop – news of a new television series

James Wan is set to executive produce a new Robocop show for Prime Video. Since Amazon purchased MGM, they’ve understandably been looking at the studio’s back catalogue for potential IP to exploit. One of the properties they’re making progress on is Robocop. Paul Verhoeven’s 1987 movie is a classic – blending gore and tragedy with … >

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Cross Season 1

Cross Season 1 – full trailer drops

Following May’s teaser, we now have a longer look at Cross season 1.  Drawing on James Patterson‘s extensive bestselling book series, Cross stars Aldis Hodge (Leverage: Redemption) in the title role. Alex Cross is the detective who catches killers by delving into their psyches, as well as those of their victims. He’s previously appeared on … >

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Disclaimer* - Cate Blanchett as Catherine Ravenscroft

Disclaimer* – full trailer for Alfonso Cuarón’s new Apple TV+ thriller

Disclaimer* stars Cate Blanchett, Kevin Kline and Sacha Baron Cohen.  Updated 25/09/24: Apple TV+ drop a full trailer. With it’s October premiere coming up fast, Apple TV+ have revealed the trailer for Alfonso Cuarón’s Disclaimer*. The 7-part psychological thriller stars Cate Blanchett as Catherine Ravenscroft – a journalist who has built a career by revealing … >

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MGM+ order a new take on Robin Hood

The legend takes a romantic turn with a show that will focus on the romantic relationship between Rob and Marion.  With showrunner John Glenn and producer/director Jonathan English (The Ark), MGM+ are tacking the legend of Robin Hood. Production begins in February, with the show shooting a 10-episode first season at PFI Studios in Serbia. … >

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Sherwood Series 2

BBC commissions Sherwood Series 3

The critically acclaimed Sherwood has further stories to tell. The BBC have confirmed that its high profile drama Sherwood will be back for a third series. The show, from writer James Graham, is based in Nottinghamshire. The first series looked at the long impact of the 80s miners’ strike. The most recent run, which concluded … >

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Paul Darrow as Kerr Avon

Blake’s 7 revives Avon’s backstory in Avon – A Terrible Aspect

Paul Darrow’s Blake’s 7 prequel novel for his character gets the audiobook treatment.  Last month, we heard that Blake’s 7, the classic BBC science fiction series, is getting the Blu ray treatment. The classic 70s/80’s BBC series will enjoy updated effects and interviews from the team behind Doctor Who – The Collection. Now, the late … >

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The Guest – BBC announce new thriller series for Eve Myles

The Torchwood star leads a cast which includes Gabrielle Creevy, Emun Elliott and Clive Russell. The BBC has commissioned a new Cardiff based thriller series starring Eve Myles (Hijack) and Gabrielle Creevy (In My Skin). They describe the show as an “… addictive, fast-paced story that centres on the toxic and beguiling relationship between a … >

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Wednesday – behind-the-scenes look at Season 2

Netflix’s Geeked Week have given us a look at Wednesday Season 2 in production.  While the show doesn’t return until 2025, Wednesday‘s streaming home has delivered a first look. Provided as part of Netflix’s Geeked Week, the behind-the-scenes promo lifts the curtain on the series which is currently filming in Ireland. As well as star Jenna … >

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