ITV has ordered two new stories in The Suspicions of Mr Whicher series, starring Paddy Considine as ‘private inquiry agent’ Jack Whicher. Inspired by the real life career of celebrated 19th century detective Jonathan ‘Jack’ Whicher, the Victorian crime drama will return for two new 120-minute films. In ‘Beyond the Pale’, Whicher is hired by a … >
ITV has announced details of a new crime drama set in Cambridgeshire in 1953. Grantchester will star Robson Green (Strike Back) as over-worked Police Inspector, Geordie Keating, alongside James Norton (Death Comes to Pemberley) as Sidney Chambers. The six-part series focuses on the life of Sidney Chambers, a charismatic, charming clergyman who turns investigative vicar … >
Mr Selfridge‘s executive producer has revealed that Harry’s life will “unravel” in next year’s series. Inspired by the life of charismatic American entrepreneur, Harry Gordon Selfridge, and his business in London’s Oxford Street, Series 2 concluded on ITV last night. Executive producer Kate Lewis has hinted: “We have some surprises in store for an audience … >
ITV has recommissioned Benidorm for a seventh series. Written by creator Derren Litten, Series 7 will feature the return of Johnny Vegas as The Oracle, last seen in Series 3. Other returning cast members include Elsie Kelly as Noreen and Crissy Rock as Janey York. The recent sixth series averaged 6.8 million viewers across the … >
To celebrate Acorn Media’s release of Doc Martin Series 6 on DVD on Monday 24 March, we’ve got DVDs to give away to three of our Twitter followers! For a chance to win, just follow @CultBoxTV on Twitter and tweet the following text: Follow @CultBoxTV and RT for a chance to win 3 x Doc … >
ITV has released a new trailer for the upcoming second series of crime drama Endeavour, now set in 1966. The Inspector Morse prequel series returns this spring for four new 2-hour films, starring Shaun Evans as young Morse, alongside Roger Allam as his senior Detective Inspector Fred Thursday. Writer Russell Lewis commented: “1966 brings Endeavour … >
Having Harry omitted from last week’s events meant that the episode he returned in was always going to be fraught with tension. It stands to reason that he is the primary focus of tonight’s episode. However, in doing so, many other worthy storylines are left virtually untouched, perhaps only referenced in passing comment. Given that … >
ITV has re-commissioned Birds of a Feather for another series. The first run of the comedy’s revival on ITV, following a 16-year break, concluded last night. Birds of a Feather has been attracting audiences of up to 9.5 million since its launch in January, making it ITV’s most successful comedy launch in over a decade. … >
ITV has announced the cast for its upcoming drama about The Great Fire of London. Written by ITN’s Political Editor Tom Bradby, The Great Fire will star Andrew Buchan (Broadchurch), Rose Leslie (Game of Thrones), Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire), Charles Dance (Game of Thrones) and Daniel Mays (Mrs Biggs). Inspired by the historical events of 1666 … >
ITV has announced the re-commission of Mr Selfridge for a third series. Inspired by the life of charismatic American entrepreneur, Harry Gordon Selfridge, and his business in London’s Oxford Street, the period drama’s second series is currently airing at 9pm on Sunday nights on ITV, averaging 6.4 million viewers (21.6% share) so far. Series 2 … >