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Ian McArdell

The Jetty - Jenna Coleman as Ember Manning

The Jetty – first look at Jenna Coleman in her new detective thriller

She stars as Detective Ember Manning in the drama from writer Cat Jones.  With filming complete, the BBC have revealed a first-look at Jenna Coleman in her upcoming detective drama, The Jetty. With characteristic imagination, her character Ember Manning appears to be standing on a jetty. Which we suppose makes sense in a literal sort … >

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The Gentlemen – new teaser trailer for Guy Ritchie’s Netflix series

The Netflix series of The Gentlemen offers another slice of the world seen in Ritchie’s 2020 movie of the same name.  Director Guy Ritchie loves his gangsters, doesn’t he? While he usually operates on the big screen, the director has pivoted towards streaming for his latest project. Partnering with Netflix, he’s serving up an eight-part … >

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Curb Your Enthusiasm S12

Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 12 – the trailers have landed

Larry enjoys a close encounter as he promotes the show’s final season.  With Curb Your Enthusiasm‘s twelfth season coming up fast, the trailers are here. The show’s final run is being promoted with the tagline “Don’t be mad he’s leaving, be mad he stayed so long.” First up, there’s a conventional trailer showcasing Larry at his … >

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The Hoxteth Time Capsule – Doctor Who Short Trips audio review

For the last eight years, Doctor Who audio producers Big Finish have honoured their late colleague Paul Spragg by running a Memorial Short Trip Opportunity in his name. The competition invites submissions from new writers, with the winner chosen to be developed into a short story which is released for free each December. 2023’s winning … >

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Mr. and Mrs. Smith – official trailer lands

Donald Glover and Maya Erskine star as the spies living undercover, together as Mr. and Mrs. Smith.  After showrunner Francesca Sloane’s fascinating open letter about the show, Prime Video have dropped the official trailer for Mr. and Mrs. Smith. The adaption of the 2005 rom com aims to re-mix the concept and looks like bags … >

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David Mitchell as Ludwig

Ludwig – BBC announce new genre bending detective series

David Mitchell will star as John ‘Ludwig’ Taylor who assumes his detective brother’s identity.  The BBC have announced the start of filming on Ludwig. No, not a revival of the odd 1970’s children’s animation, but a new detective series starring David Mitchell. Ludwig is described as a genre-bending mystery-of-the-week crime comedy drama. Here’s the premise: … >

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Alan Tudyk as Harry Vanderspeigle

Resident Alien Season 3 trailer and start date

Alan Tudyk returns as Harry, teaming up with Linda Hamilton’s General McCallister to save the world.  Syfy’s Resident Alien has officially set a date for its Season 3 return. Debuting a new trailer, show’s third run debuts on Wednesday, February 14th, 2024. Here’s the official word on Season 3: “Harry is vowing to work with … >

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Doctor Who - The Eighth Doctor Adventures: In the Bleak Midwinter

Doctor Who: The Eighth Doctor Adventures – In the Bleak Midwinter audio review

Lady Audacity Montague’s adventures continue with the Eighth Doctor and bring festive chills for all In The Bleak Midwinter.  Retuning the Eighth Doctor to his early days, November 2023’s Audacity gave him a new travelling companion. Played by Jaye Griffiths, Lady Audacity Montague is a remarkable woman, with strong opinions and a wisdom beyond her … >

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