Bookish marries post-war nostalgia with the reckless and life-affirming atmosphere of the times. Actor, writer, bon viveur. Mark Gatiss has enjoyed a remarkable career so far, from his comedy origins in The League of Gentlemen to acclaim on the West End stage. He also writes, directs and produces, with a string of Doctor Who episodes to … >
Leo Suter and Sofia Barclay star in a reimagining of the Inspector Lynley novels. The BBC has acquired a new adaptation of the Inspector Lynley mysteries by Elizabeth George. Lynley stars Leo Suter (Vikings: Valhalla) with Sofia Barclay (Ted Lasso) as his down-to-earth partner DS Barbara Havers. Tommy Lynley is a brilliant police detective but … >
The consulting detective Gabriel Book will investigate crimes on UKTV’s Alibi. Updated 18/07/24: Bookish guest stars announced. With filming now underway in Belgium, UKTV have confirmed a number of guest stars for Bookish. In episodes 5 & 6 of the series, Paul McGann (Doctor Who) will star as Mr Kind, alongside Tim McInnerny (Blackadder) as ‘D’. … >
The series reimagines the life of Lady Jane Grey with wanton disregard for history. And Rob Brydon. Inspired by the bestselling book, My Lady Jane offers a radical redo of Tudor history. In this alternate set of events, Edward VI does not die of tuberculosis, Lady Jane Grey is not beheaded, and neither is her … >
Adapted from Alex Dahl’s bestseller, Playdate stars Andor’s Denise Gough. Disney+ have revealed the cast of their upcoming five-part thriller, which they describe as a “gripping five-part psychological drama.” Adapted from Alex Dahl’s bestseller, Playdate tells the story of a kidnapping… Elisa’s world is turned upside down when her young daughter Lucia is kidnapped at a sleepover. Who is the … >