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‘Doctor Foster’ writer to adapt his ‘King Charles III’ play for BBC Two

BBC Two has ordered a TV adaptation of the multi-award-winning ‘future history’ play King Charles III. Doctor Foster writer Mike Bartlett will adapt his own Olivier Award-winning script for the 90-minute drama, reuniting with Olivier Award-winner Rupert Goold, who directed the original Almeida Theatre production of the play. Written in blank verse, King Charles III sees Prince Charles ascend to the throne following the Queen’s death. … >

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‘Doctor Who’ spin-off ‘Class’ will air on BBC One after online debut

We’ve had lots of messages asking if Class will get a traditional television broadcast in the UK. The new eight-part Doctor Who spin-off, created by YA author Patrick Ness, began filming in Cardiff in April and will premiere on BBC Three this autumn. BBC Three became an online-only channel earlier this year, meaning that viewers need an internet connection to watch … >

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‘Doctor Who’ star Peter Capaldi hints at big Clara-related SPOILER

Peter Capaldi has almost accidentally let slip a big spoiler about an upcoming scene featuring the Doctor. Taking part in a panel at Awesome Con in Washington D.C. on Sunday with former Doctor Who co-star Jenna Coleman, who played Clara from 2012-2015, he hinted at a scene that he has recently filmed. WARNING: POTENTIAL SPOILERS BELOW!         … >

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‘Happy Valley’ director brings Damilola Taylor drama to BBC One

BBC One has ordered a one-off film about murdered schoolboy Damilola Taylor from the perspective of his father. Our Loved Boy will be directed by Euros Lynn (Capital, Happy Valley). Described as an “extremely moving film about fatherhood and family, justice and hope”, the 90-minute drama is written by award-winning screenwriter and playwright Levi David Addai in his debut for BBC … >

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CBBC’s ‘Wolfblood’ will be back for a fifth season

The creator of Wolfblood has revealed that CBBC has recommissioned the drama for another season. Season 4 aired on CBBC earlier this year, with the story moving outside Stoneybridge and several key cast members not returning. Jana, played Leona Vaughan, became the main character and embarked on a new life in the big city, building herself a new pack of Wolfbloods and … >

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First writer confirmed for ‘Doctor Who’ Season 10

The first writer for the new season of Doctor Who has been revealed. Mark Gatiss will return with his ninth episode in 2017. It will be his third story for Peter Capaldi’s Doctor. The Sherlock co-creator confirmed the news in an interview with WhoSFX. Discussing his first Doctor Who episode, 2005’s ‘The Unquiet Dead’, Gatiss said: “It seems so natural now … >

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Pearl Mackie thanks ‘Doctor Who’ fans for ‘beautifully warm welcome’

New Doctor Who star Pearl Mackie has revealed that she feels “touched” by the response from fans since her introduction. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time actress was officially announced as the Doctor’s new companion last month. Writing in the new issue of Doctor Who Magazine, Mackie thanked Doctor Who fans for their “incredible dedication and unapologetic Whovian love”, saying that “this fandom cannot … >

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‘The Musketeers’ exec promises final season won’t end on a cliffhanger

The executive producer of The Musketeers has described the show’s last ever episode as “extraordinary.” It was announced earlier this year that the adventure drama would not be returning for a fourth season after its current run. Discussing The Musketeers coming to an end, executive producer Jessica Pope explained at Season 3’s launch in London last month: “I think things do … >

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BBC One orders multi-generational family drama ‘Wanderlust’

BBC One has announced the commission of a new series from the makers of Doctor Foster. Wanderlust is described as “a searingly insightful and funny exploration into the relationships of a multi-generational family.” The six-part comedy-drama will explore “how we build and maintain happy relationships and asking whether lifelong monogamy is possible – or even desirable.” Wanderlust is the first TV series to be … >

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Gillian Anderson joins cast of Neil Gaiman’s ‘American Gods’

The X-Files star Gillian Anderson is the latest cast addition for the new TV adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s American Gods. Developed by Hannibal creator Bryan Fuller and Michael Green (Heroes) for Starz alongside Doctor Who writer Neil Gaiman, the 10-episode first season began filming in Toronto, Canada in April. Anderson will play Media, the mouthpiece for the New Gods, functioning as their … >

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