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Patrick Sproull

Daredevil: cancelled after 3 seasons

In a not entirely unexpected move Netflix have cancelled Daredevil, one of their flagship Marvel TV series starring Charlie Cox, it’s now been reported.. It follows the cancellation of both Iron Fist and Luke Cage, which were offed earlier this year. The Defenders, last year’s multi-hero mash-up, was always expected to be a limited series with Jessica Jones and The Punisher‘s fates remaining unclear. … >

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Luther series 5: first trailer drops

Luther, Neil Cross’ acclaimed crime drama, is set to return this Christmas and the BBC have just released the first trailer.. With Ruth Wilson’s fan favourite Alice Morgan set to return to the series, Idris Elba confirming series 5 won’t be the show’s last outing and a meaty synopsis it’s a great time to be … >

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Fleabag: first look at series 2

The BBC have granted us our first look at Fleabag, Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s hugely acclaimed dark comedy drama, which is set to return next year… When we return we’ll find Fleabag’s family is as dysfunctional as ever: her uptight sister Claire, played by Sian Clifford, hasn’t forgiven her, and Claire’s obnoxious alcoholic husband is still on the … >

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Netflix are adapting Roald Dahl’s novels

Following the news that The Chronicles of Narnia will be adapted into films and TV series, Netflix are pulling from another British literary pillar – Roald Dahl.. The streaming service announced the news on their Twitter today, saying, “Netflix will adapt the Roald Dahl universe of stories as a new slate of animated event series. Charlie and … >

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Not Going Out is going out live on December 21st

Not Going Out, Lee Mack’s popular sitcom is set to broadcast its first live episode this Christmas, it’s been announced. It’ll see Lee Mack’s Lee and Sally Bretton’s Lucy try and organise a festive variety show but find acts are rather hard to pin down. Hugh Dennis’ Toby and wife Anna (Abigail Cruttendon) will also … >

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BBC’s festive TV line-up announced

The BBC have announced a mighty assembly of shows for its festive season, including Doctor Who, Call the Midwife, Luther and Les Misérables… As always there will be a festive – and yup, murderous – edition of EastEnders as the truth about Alfie and Hayley has catastrophic consequences for everyone involved. Additionally, there’ll be a big Christmas show for Michael McIntyre called, … >

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Doctor Who: John Boyega is “so proud” of Jodie Whittaker

Star Wars: The Last Jedi star John Boyega has heaped praise onto current famous Time Lord and first female Doctor Jodie Whittaker… The pair featured together in Joe Cornish’s cult classic Attack the Block back in 2011 alongside Legends of Tomorrow‘s Franz Drameh and Luke Treadaway. Talking at the Google Pixel 3 Curiosity Rooms this past Friday Boyega said, “I’m so … >

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Aquaman: Julie Andrews has a secret role

In some rather unexpected news Mary Poppins star and all-round legend Julie Andrews has booked a role in DC’s upcoming tentpole, Aquaman… Andrews is set to star as underwater beastie the Karathen that apparently holds the key to unite Arthur Curry’s two worlds, Atlantis and the surface. It will be another voice role for Andrews who has popped … >

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Eddie Redmayne finally explains his role in Jupiter Ascending

Eddie Redmayne, the once Oscar winner and now pursuer of Fantastic Beasts, has been chatting about The Crimes of Grindelwald and the topic of Jupiter Ascending came up… Redmayne, who played a raspy-voiced villain opposite Mila Kunis’ bee queen and Channing Tatum’s wolf hybrid, brought up his performance in a video with GQ. “People seem to either enjoy what I … >

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