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, … >
Jodie Whittaker (Attack the Block) says she’d be “delighted” if The Smoke returns for a second series. Sky1′s new firefighting drama launched earlier this year and the first series concluded last month. Speaking exclusively to CultBox, Whittaker revealed: “I’d absolutely 100% be back… Well, I’m contracted anyway, but you know!” The actress added: “We’d all … >
Matt Smith has been cast in the upcoming Terminator reboot. Paramount Pictures and Skydance Productions revealed today that Smith will play “a new character with a strong connection to John Connor”. Deadline reports that Smith’s “major role” will grow in the second and third films of the new trilogy. Directed by Alan Taylor (Game of … >
Steven Moffat has discussed why the regeneration of John Hurt’s Doctor into Christopher Eccleston’s Doctor in Doctor Who‘s 50th anniversary special was cut short. The scene in ‘The Day of the Doctor’ ended before viewers could fully see the Ninth Doctor’s face. Speaking to Doctor Who Magazine in the latest issue, Moffat revealed: “It was one … >