Whatever the reason, the British seem to have a penchant for drama. Be it sports, theatre, or film, the people of the UK always know how to put on a gripping production. This also applies to the small screen, as some of the greatest mini-documentary series ever created have come from this side of the … >
The first season of Marvel spin-off Agent Carter (finally) completed its run in the UK last month. So now that Peggy has put paid to the evil machinations of Leviathan, it’s time to look to the future. Peggy and her pals will return in a 10-part second season in 2016, which is to be set … >
No Game of Thrones season is complete without a few shocks along the way. From Ned’s execution in Season 1 to Joffrey’s poisoning in Season 4, the show has delighted in pulling the rug out from under its viewers’ feet and the show’s recent fifth season was no different. > Buy the complete Season 1-4 … >
BBC One’s Merlin began in 2008 as a family show, becoming increasingly darker as the seasons progressed. The fantasy drama was made up of humorous one-liners, bromance and chainmail-clad adventures, but along with that, the show brought battles of light and dark, betrayal and heartbreak. > Buy the complete Merlin Season 1-5 boxset on Amazon. … >
Whether you’re a collector parading them on your shelves or a kid playing with them, belly-down on the living room floor, it has to be said that Doctor Who action figures are, largely, very good. As a soon-to-be uncle, I’m looking forward to having an excuse to play with them. However, there are some that … >
Viva Las Vegas! The city where dreams burn as bright as the lightbulbs on the The Strip and there’s a possible fortune, or at the very least a very generous buffet, around every corner. No wonder it attracts the eager and the daring in their droves. And it’s also attracted the eye of many a … >
With so many good books to read – from paperbacks to eBooks – and not enough summer (especially here in the UK!) you need to make the right choices for your holiday reading. After all, summer is supposed to let you relax before another year at school. Here are seven of the best books to … >
Poker is definitely seeing a rise in popularity, and this is especially true when it comes to the UK Poker Championship and other competitions like this. For this reason, more and more people are getting interested in poker television shows. The poker TV revolution began in 1997 and it has only been getting stronger since … >
Poker has always had a seductive allure for those who like to live on the edge. It has been depicted in films such as Ocean’s Eleven, The Sting and Rounders as a game for risk-takers and daredevils, the powerful and those seeking power, the mega-rich and underdog swindlers. And, naturally, poker has attracted a number … >
It seems that we have reached a watershed moment. Boy Meets Girl, BBC Two’s new trans-based sitcom, offers a serious look at transition. This is something that is still relatively new on television, which should be surprising! While Hayley Cropper’s introduction in Coronation Street happened 16 years ago, serious portrayals of transgender characters are only … >