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Ian McArdell

Murder is Easy

Murder is Easy – trailer & dates for the BBC’s new Agatha Christie

The latest adaptation stars Penelope Wilton and David Jonsson.  Updated 06/12/23: Murder is Easy in the sleepy English village of Wychwood under Ashe. As BBC continue to reveal their festive line-up, we’ve our first proper taste of their latest Agatha Christie. The trailer sets up the story as Fitzwilliam (David Jonsson) meets Miss Pinkerton (Penelope Wilton) … >

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True Detective: Night Country – final trailer

The fourth season of True Detective, led by Jodie Foster and Kali Reis, also stars Christopher Eccleston and Fiona Shaw. Updated 04/12/23: The show delivers another trailer for its long-awaited Night Country season. With the series landing in mid-January, Warner Bros. Discovery have released what they’re billing as a “final trailer” for the upcoming season … >

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Renegade Nell - Louisa Harland as Nell

Renegade Nell – first look images from new Disney+ series

Sally Wainwright’s new action and adventure fantasy stars Louisa Harland.  At one point titled The Ballard of Renegade Nell, now abbreviated, Renegade Nell is the new series from Sally Wainwright (Gentleman Jack, Happy Valley). The show, with Lousia Harland (Derry Girls) in the title role, is an 18th century fantasy adventure series. Here’s what we … >

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Gangs of London Series 3

Gangs of London Series 3 – Further casting announced

Andrew Koji, Richard Dormer and T’Nia Miller join the explosive gangland drama.  As production continues on the third season of the award-winning Gangs of London, its makes have revealed a trio of high-profile guest stars. The show, from Sky and AMC+ tell us that London will have a new mayor: T’Nia Miller (Years and Years) … >

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The CultBox Podcast Roundup – November 2023

Here’s our November 2023 Podcast Roundup – our favourites from the worlds of CultBox.  In no particular order, the picks this month are… The Official Doctor Who Podcast – 60th Anniversary Special 1 ‘The Star Beast’ Doctor Who‘s 60th Anniversary comes with a shiny new podcast, hosted by Juno Dawson, Christel Dee and Tyrell Charles. … >

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Taskmaster VR is coming

The hit television gameshow is becoming a fully voice-acted VR experience.  The ever-expanding universe of Taskmaster is heading to a VR console near you next year. Indie developer Scallywag Arcade has revealed details of Taskmaster VR – an interactive version of the show coming to Steam and the Meta Quest 2 and 3. Here’s what … >

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Dodger 2023 Christmas Special - Nicola Coughlan as Queen Victoria

Dodger lands a right royal 2023 Christmas Special (updated)

Christopher Eccleston returns as Fagin with his gang set on pinching Queen Victoria’s crown.  Updated 30/11/23: Dodger‘s ‘Coronation’ lands on BBC iPlayer With December just around the corner, the new Dodger Christmas Special has landed. The hit family show, which should get festive airings on both BBC One and CBBC, is now available to stream. A … >

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The Gold - Emun Elliott, Hugh Bonneville and Charlotte Spencer

The Gold series two announced by the BBC

The compelling tale of the Brinks-Mat robbery and its aftermath continues.  The Gold was one of the most fascinating dramas of 2023, looking at the infamous 1983 Brinks-Mat robbery. The series chronicled how the loot was initially disposed of and the lengths the police went to catch those involved, scoring an impressive 8.7 million viewers … >

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Ghosts Christmas Special 2023

Ghosts – final Christmas Special to end the series (updated)

The Ghosts are leaving us, but they’ve left a special present under the Christmas tree.  Updated 29/11/23: Story details revealed for the Ghosts finale. Although we’re still in denial about the end of Ghosts, the moment is approaching. In a rundown of this year’s festive television line-up, the BBC have revealed what to expect on … >

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