Eve Myles, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, James D’Arcy and Phoebe Waller-Bridge have joined the cast of Broadchurch for the crime drama’s second series. Creator Chris Chibnall said: “As if we didn’t have enough fabulous actresses, it’s a thrill to be joined by Wales’ finest, Eve Myles. Having worked together on Torchwood, it’s a joy to be able to … >
ITV has announced that actress Charlotte Rampling will star in new series of Broadchurch, playing “a pivotal role”. Creator and executive producer Chris Chibnall commented: “Charlotte Rampling! We’ve been keeping this secret for months, it’s been agony! We have another big story to tell this year, and that meant finding exceptional actors for new roles. … >
ITV has announced that Broadchurch stars David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Jodie Whittaker, Andrew Buchan and Arthur Darvill will all be back for the second series. Series 2 begins filming in Dorset soon, with Tennant and Colman returning as Alec Hardy and Ellie Miller, alongside Whittaker and Buchan as Beth and Mark Latimer, with Darvill as … >
Doctor Who star Matt Smith has confirmed that he is “totally” up for appearing in a future multi-Doctor special. Speaking at the Calgary expo, Smith commented: “I love the idea of other Doctors coming back. Also that gives me the opportunity to come back, which I totally will by the way!” He added: “I’m just … >
Composer David Arnold will make his London concert debut this summer. Arnold will appear alongside an orchestra and band on Sunday 6 July at the Royal Festival Hall as part of the Songbook Series at London’s Festival Hall. David Arnold: A Life In Song will feature live performances of his best-known work, which includes Sherlock, … >
E4 has recommissioned Drifters for a second series. The comedy series from writer-performer Jessica Knappett about three best friends trying – and largely failing – to figure out love and life in Leeds, will return to E4 for six new 30-minute episodes. Jessica Knappett, who plays Meg, commented: “I’m absolutely delighted, it’s going to keep … >
Jonathan Creek star Caroline Quentin has announced that she is keen to film new episodes of the comedy-drama. Quentin played crime writer Maddy Magellan for the show’s first three series, between 1997 and 2000. Speaking to Graham Norton on his BBC Radio 2 show, the actress revealed: “I would love to go back and do … >
Bearded drag queen Conchita Wurst might soon top the UK singles chart, according to the latest odds from Ladbrokes. Following her success at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Copenhagen, the Austrian pop star now reportedly has a 5/1 shot to have a number one single in the UK charts this year. However, the odds … >
BBC Worldwide has revealed that a French version of Last Tango In Halifax is being developed. French independent production company NEWEN and BBC Worldwide will co-produce a new six-part version of BBC One’s romantic comedy drama. Jean-Louis Blot, Director BBC Worldwide France, commented: “We are excited to work with Newen teams to develop and co-produce … >
Robert Powell (Holby City, The Detectives) will star as Hercule Poirot in a new production of Agatha Christie’s first ever play, Black Coffee, later this month at Theatre Royal Brighton. Presented by the Agatha Christie Company, Black Coffee will run from Tuesday 27 May to Saturday 31 May at 7.45pm, with matinee performances on Wednesday, … >