The cast for BBC Three’s Class has been officially announced. The eight-part Doctor Who spin-off began filming in Cardiff today. Newcomers Greg Austin, Fady Elsayed, Sophie Hopkins and Vivian Oparah will star as four Sixth Formers, with Katherine Kelly (Coronation Street) playing the role of a teacher and “powerful new presence” the school. Class creator … >
Another piece of casting for BBC Three’s Class has appeared online. Set in contemporary London at the fictional Coal Hill School, the eight-part Doctor Who spin-off begins filming this month. It was revealed last week that actor Greg Austin, best known for playing Gordon Selfridge in ITV’s Mr Selfridge, will play a character named Charlie … >
The first bit of casting has been revealed for BBC Three’s Class. Set in contemporary London at the fictional Coal Hill School, the eight-part Doctor Who spin-off begins filming in April and writer Patrick Ness has confirmed that “announcements” are on the way next week. However, eagle-eyed Twitter user @TomMar5hall has spotted that the online … >
YA author Patrick Ness has revealed that “announcements” are on the way for BBC Three’s new Doctor Who spin-off, Class. Set in contemporary London at the fictional Coal Hill School, the eight-part series begins filming in April. Ness tweeted today: “Last full week in London for a while. I’ll be in Cardiff for a good … >
Written by rising star Marnie Dickens, Thirteen is BBC Three’s first online drama. The five-part psychological drama explores how to pick up the threads of a life half-lived and how to survive as a family under the greatest pressure. How to feel again, chance love again. > Buy the complete series on DVD on Amazon. … >
Sharon Horgan, recently of Catastrophe fame, is getting back together with her old writing partner Dennis Kelly (Utopia). And unlike many reunions, it’s actually a very good plan. It’s been ten years since Horgan and Kelly teamed up on the criminally under-watched Pulling. It lasted two seasons before BBC Three broke our hearts and stupidly … >
BBC America has released the first trailer for the new season of Orphan Black. The sci-fi conspiracy thriller returns in the US next month with ten new episodes. > Buy Season 3 on DVD on Amazon. The official synopsis reads: “Season 4 will see leader-of-the-pack, Sarah, reluctantly return home from her Icelandic hideout to track … >
BBC Three has announced the commission of a new drama series created by Skins writer Jess Brittain. The six 45-minute episodes will be written by Jess Brittain, Kirstie Swain and Milly Thomas. The official synopsis reads: “Clique follows childhood soulmates Georgia and Holly. Only a few weeks into the so-called best years of their lives … >
YA author Patrick Ness has revealed that writing BBC Three’s new Doctor Who spin-off Class is “so rewarding”. Set in contemporary London at the fictional Coal Hill School, the eight-part series is due to begin filming soon. Ness tweeted yesterday: “Been a fun couple days. Some very cool things brewing for Class. So excited!” He … >
Sitcom Sunny D has been commissioned for a full season following a successful pilot as part of this year’s BBC Three Comedy Feeds. The four 25-minute episodes will star stand-up comedian Dane Baptiste, with Don Warrington (Death in Paradise) and Gbemisola Ikumelo (Broadchurch). Sunny D is described as “a smart, fast-paced and stylish sitcom that captures … >