HBO’s new programming chief has confirmed the rumours that there will only be another two seasons of Game of Thrones. Casey Bloys announced on Saturday at the Television Critics Association press tour in Los Angeles that Season 8 will the fantasy drama’s last. Bloys commented: “Believe me, as the new guy, if I could get … >
ITV has released the first full trailer for Victoria, starring former Doctor Who actress Jenna Coleman. The one-minute preview will air for the first time on ITV this evening between Emmerdale and Coronation Street. From the makers of BBC One’s Poldark, Victoria follows Queen Victoria (Coleman) from her accession to the throne at the tender age of 18 … >
Filming is now complete on the first block of filming for the new season of Doctor Who. Season 10 began production in Cardiff last month, with Pearl Mackie joining Peter Capaldi’s Doctor as new companion Bill and comedian Matt Lucas returning as Nardole. The show’s official Twitter account announced this morning: “That’s a wrap on block 1! … >
Sky1 has released a set of promotional photos from Hustle creator Tony Jordan’s new drama series, Hooten and The Lady. From the makers of Death In Paradise and Dickensian, the eight hour-long episodes follow the nail-biting escapades of maverick adventurer Hooten (Michael Landes), who teams up with fearless historical expert Lady Alexandra (Ophelia Lovibond) to … >
The first promotional images for BBC One’s new thriller One of Us have been released. Set in the Highlands of Scotland and Edinburgh, the four-part series is written by Harry and Jack Williams, the creators of The Missing. One of Us sees a horrific double murder rock the lives of two families living side by … >
Deep Roy is rumoured to be playing a role in the second episode of Doctor Who‘s new season. The Kenyan actor, stuntman, puppeteer and comedian was apparently spotted on location filming with the Doctor Who cast this week in Valencia, Spain. Reports on Twitter suggest that he is playing a robot in the episode, which is written … >
Rachel Talalay is apparently on the shortlist to direct the upcoming Captain Marvel film. Oscar-winner Brie Larson (The Room) was officially announced at San Diego Comic-Con 2016 to play Carol Danvers in the first female-led movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Captain Marvel is set for release in cinemas on 8 March 2019. The shortlist of directors is now down to ten possible candidates, ScreenRant … >
A third season of CBBC’s award-winning sitcom So Awkward has been commissioned before the second season has even aired. Created by Julie Bower, So Awkward launched in May 2015 and tells the story of three socially awkward friends; Lily, Martha and Jas. Alan Marke, Managing Director of Channel X, commented: “So Awkward came about when an opportunity arose to develop … >
ITV has released the first promotional photo for the return of Cold Feet. The BAFTA-winning comedy-drama is back this autumn with eight new episodes. Original cast members James Nesbitt, Robert Bathurst, Hermione Norris, John Thomson and Fay Ripley are all returning. The official synopsis for the new season reads: “It’s been 13 years since Rachel’s untimely death. How has … >
Fox announced the latest celebrity names for the new season of Family Guy at San Diego Comic-Con this weekend. Among the guests are Doctor Who star David Tennant, who will appear as the Doctor in an episode titled ‘Doctor Who Farted’. Watch the trailer for Season 15, which features Tennant at 1:07… Family Guy returns to Fox on Sunday … >