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 … >
Sky Living has announced that the new season of US crime drama Unforgettable will begin in the UK next month. Poppy Montgomery returns as Carrie Wells, the NYPD detective with a flawless memory, at 10pm on Monday 2 June on Sky Living. Courtesy of a rare condition that gives her the ability to recall dates, … >
Sky Arts has released a new promotional photo for an upcoming episode of the channel’s Playhouse Presents… season featuring Billie Piper (Doctor Who) and Ben Whishaw (The Hour). Written and directed by award-winning playwright Polly Stenham, Foxtrot stars Billie Piper as Badger, a stripper-turned-kidnapper, who is holed up in a hotel with her accomplice Fox … >
The first trailer has been unveiled for Ryan Gosling’s directorial debut, Lost River, featuring Doctor Who star Matt Smith. Previously titled How to Catch a Monster, the movie also stars Iain De Caestecker (Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), Eva Mendes and Christina Hendricks (Mad Men). The official synopsis reads: “A single mother enters a dark lifestyle, … >
The first teaser for the Inbetweeners sequel has been unveiled. Directed by and written by the creators of the TV show, Iain Morris and Damon Beesley, The Inbetweeners Movie 2 will be released in cinemas across the UK and Ireland in August. Watch the trailer… The film began shooting in Australia last year. > Buy … >
An extended 3-minute trailer for Doctor Who star Karen Gillan’s new US comedy series Selfie has been released. From the creator of Suburgatory and inspired by My Fair Lady, Selfie features Gillan as Eliza Dooley, a self-obsessed 20-something who enlists the help of a marketing expert after an embarrassing video goes viral. Watch the trailer… … >
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 … >
Marvel has released some new images from their upcoming Guardians Of The Galaxy movie, featuring Doctor Who star Karen Gillan. The Scottish actress will play the villainous Nebula in the film, alongside Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, John C. Reilly, Glenn Close, Djimon Hounsou and Benicio Del Toro. The epic space adventure expands the Marvel Cinematic Universe into … >
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 … >