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Ian McArdell

Gerry Anderson's Hit Squad

Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe to develop Gerry Anderson’s Hit Squad

Hit Squad promises a 21st century take on Anderson’s Supermarionation style with a grown-up tone.  From Thunderbirds to Space: 1999, Terrahawks to Space Precinct, the legacy of filmmaker Gerry Anderson is an impressive one. Many of his shows retain a loyal fanbase, still buying merchandise and listening to audio dramas to this day. Of course, … >

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Alien: Earth - the planet cracking like an alien egg

Alien: Earth – another new teaser: Save Yourself

After what feels like a lifetime in development, and numerous teasers and hints, the Alien: Earth television series is almost upon us.  Updated 16/06/25: Save Yourself! Hot on the heels of its official trailer, Alien:Earth – possibly the most teased television series we can remember – has dropped another brief promo. Titled ‘Save Yourself’, it … >

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Mix Tape - Teresa Palmer & Jim Sturgess

Mix Tape – BBC picks up the adaptation of the novel

If like CultBox, you grew up to a soundtrack of 80s music, the BBC’s latest acquisition might be for you. Mix Tape adapts the 2020 novel of the same name by Jane Sanderson into a four-part drama series. The story follows Daniel and Alison, moving between their teenage romance in 1989 Sheffield and the modern-day … >

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Trigger Point

Trigger Point scores a series 4 commission

The EXPOs will return in both 2025 and 2026.  With filming complete on series 3 of itv’s Trigger Point, the broadcaster has confirmed that the show is coming back for a fourth run too. Series 4 will film across the summer months this year. The show, led by Vicky McClure (Line of Duty) as Lana … >

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Slow Horses season 4

Slow Horses – first look at season 5

The fifth season adapts Mick Herron’s novel London Rules.  Apple TV+ have revealed a first look at the upcoming Slow Horses season 5. The series will be with us on Wednesday, 24th September 2025 for a double-episode premiere. Four weekly episodes then follow to round out the six-part run. Here’s the synopsis… In season five … >

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