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Patrick Melrose: Benedict Cumberbatch-headlined drama attracts new recruits

Sky Atlantic has got its sizeable chequebook out again, and has signed up some star names for its upcoming drama, Patrick Melrose (previously known as Melrose). The show, that stars and is executive produced by Benedict Cumberbatch, is based on the semi-autobiographical novels by Edward St Aubyn. As the official announcements notes, “Patrick Melrose hilariously … >

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Benedict Cumberbatch to star in new Sky Atlantic drama from ‘One Day’ author

Sky Atlantic and Showtime have teamed up to make a new drama executive produced by and starring Benedict Cumberbatch. Based on the acclaimed Patrick Melrose series of semi-autobiographical novels written by Edward St. Aubyn, the series will be adapted by novelist David Nicholls (One Day). Nicholls will write all five one-hour episodes of Melrose, which “hilariously skewers … >

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