Michelle Gomez has revealed that Missy is “up to no good” again in the new season of Doctor Who. The Scottish actress returns as the latest incarnation of the Master in the opening two episodes of Season 9, ‘The Magician’s Apprentice’ and ‘The Witch’s Familiar’. Gomez told Daily Record: “I can’t tell you much, I’m … >
Gemma Chan has revealed that Channel 4’s new sci-fi drama Humans may continue beyond its initial run of episodes. The new eight-part series, which began last weekend, is set in a world with life-like humanoids called ‘Synths’. > Read our spoiler-free review of Episode 1. Chan told Den of Geek: “There are definitely still areas … >
Sky Atlantic has renewed Penny Dreadful for a third season. Created, written and executive produced by Skyfall writer John Logan, the period horror drama launched in May 2014 and Season 2 is currently airing in the UK at 9pm on Tuesday nights on Sky Atlantic. > Buy Season 1 on DVD on Amazon. A co-production … >
Torchwood star John Barrowman has revealed that he still fully expects to return to Doctor Who at some point. Speaking to Ipswich Star to promote his first full UK tour in four years, Barrowman commented: “The popularity of Captain Jack has not decreased around the world, it’s actually gotten stronger and we’re doing some audio … >
ITV has ordered a new two-part drama from the makers of Line of Duty telling the true story of Victorian poisoner Mary Ann Cotton. Dark Angel will star Joanne Froggatt as the titular serial killer. ITV’s Controller of Drama Victoria Fea commented: “Dark Angel is an extraordinary and chilling true story. We’re delighted to have … >
The Fall actor Colin Morgan has revealed that he sees his new drama Humans as more like a “gritty drama” than sci-fi. Channel 4’s new eight-part series, which began last night, is set in a world with life-like humanoids called ‘Synths’. > Read our spoiler-free review of Episode 1. Morgan told Den of Geek: “To … >
Channel 4 has announced the re-commission of Raised By Wolves for a second season. Caitlin and Caz Moran’s comedy will be back for six new 30-minute episodes next year. Starring Helen Monks, Alexa Davies, Rebekah Staton and Philip Jackson, the first season of Raised By Wolves launched on Channel 4 in March and attracted an … >
Drifters will return to E4 later this year for a third season. The comedy series about three best friends trying to figure out love and life in Leeds first aired in October 2013. Creator and writer Jessica Knappett, who also plays Meg, commented: “I’m absolutely delighted we’ve got a new series because I’ve had my … >
The creator of Doctor Who suggested that the Doctor should regenerate as a woman in the mid-’80s. In a letter to BBC One controller Michael Grade in October 1986 detailing how he would reinvigorate the show, Sydney Newman wrote: “At a later stage, Dr Who would be metamorphosed into a woman.” He added: “This requires … >
BBC Worldwide has confirmed details of a one-time-only live fan event in Germany next month. Taking place in Berlin on Friday 17 July, the event will offer fans the opportunity to see Peter Capaldi and Jenna Coleman for the first time in Germany. This visit follows on from last year’s world tour where the show’s … >