To Olivia, a new film from Sky, explores a Roald Dahl tragedy

Sky today announced the upcoming release of To Olivia, a Sky original, starring Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey) as novelist Roald Dahl and Keeley Hawes (Bodyguard, Honour) as his American actress wife Patricia Neal. Based on a true story, the film will be released in cinemas and on Sky Cinema in February 2021. It’s 1962 and Roald Dahl, an eccentric, burgeoning … >

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The Amazing Maurice is coming to Sky Cinema in 2022

Sky has announced it will working with Ulysses Filmproduktion and Cantilever Media to bring The Amazing Maurice to Ski Cinema in 2022. The Amazing Maurice is based on a Sir Terry Pratchett Discworld novel, and will star Hugh Laurie (Avenue 5) as Maurice, Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) as Malicia, David Thewlis (Wonder Woman) as Boss Man, Himesh Patel(Yesterday) as Keith, Gemma Arterton (The King’s … >

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‘W1A’ is returning to BBC Two for a third season

It’s been confirmed today that W1A will be back for a brand new season later this year. Written and directed by creator John Morton, six new 30-minute episodes will begin filming next month. The official synopsis reads: “The BBC’s Head of Values, Ian Fletcher (Hugh Bonneville), is once again throwing open the revolving doors to New Broadcasting … >

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‘Downton’ creator says there’s 64.5% chance of movie happening

Downton Abbey writer Julian Fellowes has confirmed that he would “love to do a movie” spin-off. The period drama concluded last month with a feature-length Christmas special following six seasons. > Buy the complete Season 1-6 box set on Amazon. Speaking at the 21st National Television Awards at The O2 Arena in London, Fellowes told … >

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‘Downton Abbey’ execs hoping movie will happen

The makers of Downton Abbey are “keen” to reunite the cast for a big-screen spin-off. The period drama concluded last month with a feature-length Christmas special following six seasons. > Buy the complete Season 1-6 box set on Amazon. Executive producer Gareth Neame told Deadline: “I’m glad about the movie question because it replaces the … >

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‘Downton Abbey’ Christmas 2015 special recap: The last ever episode

Bravo, Mr. Fellowes—you got it all right! The episode opens on an idyllic summer afternoon. Henry Talbot is struggling to find his place at Downton. Charlie’s death has put him off racing. Lady Edith announces her decision to live a spinster’s life in London with Marigold. Lady Mary orchestrates a surprise meeting between a remorseful … >

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‘Downton Abbey’ teasers: 10 quotes from the last ever episode

Downton Abbey will end forever this week with a feature-length special on Christmas Day. Mary endeavours to build bridges with her sister while Edith’s secret continues to pose a threat, despite having nothing left to lose. As Henry settles into the role of husband and stepfather, finding his place at Downton proves more difficult. Below … >

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