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Ian McArdell

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The Omega Factor: The House That Wasn’t Haunted – cover revealed

We now have all the details about the forthcoming two-hour, full-cast “audio movie”.  Released this October, ‘The House That Wasn’t Haunted’ continues the audible terrors of The Omega Factor. Audio producers Big Finish revived the supremely scary 1970s series back in 2015, to follow the work of Department 7. Since then, Louise Jameson, who plays … >

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The Second Doctor Adventures: James Robert McCrimmon audio review

As the post-War Games Second Doctor continues to work for the Time Lords, he’s reunited with his former travelling companion – the hairy-legged highlander James Robert McCrimmon. Across three 2-part stories, the pair take on missions for the Time Lords including an undercover visit to a health resort and a planet shrouded in darkness. Jamie … >

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Ncuti Gatwa leads new Audible adaptation of David Copperfield

The Doctor Who star is cast alongside Theo James and Helena Bonham Carter.  Following his adaptation of Oliver Twist last year, Sam Mendes (Spectre) is reteaming with Audible to produce another Dickens’ classic. For his take on David Copperfield, Mendes has put together a starry line-up with Ncuti Gatwa in the title role. The cast … >

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Doctor Who – Once and Future 4 released

Once and Future 4 – ‘Two’s Company’ sees the Sixth Doctor meet a curious mix of old friends.  Updated 16/08/23: Doctor Who‘s diamond celebration continues. To celebrate the release of the fourth instalment of Once and Future, Big Finish’s 60th Doctor Who anniversary audio series, there’s another video trailer. This one embraces the cocktail of … >

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Ahsoka – new promo teases Anakin’s return

Ahsoka will feature Anakin Skywalker, but will he be a Force Ghost, in flashback or something else?  As Star Wars: Ahsoka approaches, further footage and teases abound. The show picks up the story of Anakin Skywalker’s former apprentice, Ahsoka Tano, who trained under him during the Clone Wars (as show in the animated series of … >

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Colin from Accounts – BBC acquires Series 2

The hit Australian comedy about a mis-matched couple brought together by an injured dog will return. Since its UK launch in April 2023, the heartwarming Colin from Accounts has been a hit for the BBC. As well as impressive ratings, the show has been critically well received. An Australian import, the story follows Ashley and … >

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Black Snow – BBC picks up Australian crime drama

A cold case is reopened when new evidence comes to light in a school time-capsule. The BBC has acquired Australian crime drama Black Snow. The six-part series stars Travis Fimmel (Vikings), Jemmason Power, Talijah Blackman-Corowa, Eden Cassady, Seini Willett and Gulliver McGrath (Dark Shadows, Lincoln). Here’s the synopsis: A small-town Australian high-school gathers for the … >

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