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Pluribus release schedule: When is episode 7 on Apple TV?
type: item
date: 2025-12-05T09:30:19.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Apple TV
subject: On demand
description: The high-concept new series comes from the mind behind Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul.
encoded: It almost doesn't feel as though three episodes is enough to wrap up the questions and confusion that continue to boggle our minds when it comes to Pluribus but thankfully, that's all fine when we're already confirmed to be getting a second series. Still, we continue to follow Rhea Seehorn's Carol trying to uncover the truth after she's tasked with saving the world's happiness. The most recent sixth episode sees Carol sharing a horrific discovery and learning new truths in the process whilst Mr Diabaté (Samba Schutte) lives life to the fullest in Sin City. The mind-bending sci-fi series comes from Vince Gilligan, who seems to return to his X Files roots after creating beloved dramas Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Last week's episode also saw a voice cameo from Seehorn's Better Call Saul co-star Patrick Fabian, who was on the other end of the phone line when Seehorn picks up the phone. “They surprised me. I did not know about this,” she told TV Guide about Fabian’s inclusion in the episode, which the crew saved as a secret for the actress until she shot the scene. Since its premiere, the show has not only garnered five-star reviews, but it also broke Severance series 2's record for the biggest global drama series launch on Apple TV. If you've now seen episode 6, and are wondering when new episodes land, read on for everything you need to know about the release schedule for Pluribus on Apple TV. When is Pluribus episode 7 released on Apple TV? Pluribus episode 7 will be released on Apple TV on Friday 12th December 2025. Following its double-bill premiere, episodes will now be released at a rate of one-per-week, culminating with the series 1 finale on Boxing Day 2025 (26th December). How many episodes are in Pluribus series 1? Pluribus series 1 consists of nine episodes in total. However, that won't be the end of the new series! Apple TV has such faith in the project that it commissioned two series at once, with a second set of nine episodes to follow at a later da…

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How to watch Paramount Plus in the UK
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date: 2025-12-01T10:25:05.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: TV
subject: On demand
subject: Paramount Plus
description: Paramount Plus brings series and movies from US television channels straight to your living room.
encoded: Paramount Plus has launched two new subscription tiers in the UK and Ireland, with its basic (with ads) and premium plans joining the standard tier. The streamer said the move comes as "part of the ongoing strategy to offer customers a choice of pricing options to enjoy its vast 'Mountain of Entertainment'". It added: "The new price structure for the UK and Ireland will create a great value entry point to allow more fans to access the platform and – with the launch of the premium plan – provide enhanced video quality, such as 4K UHD and streaming, on up to four devices at once." Paramount Plus isn't the first streamer to offer an ad-supported tier, with the likes of Netflix and Disney Plus already offering options that pepper your shows with ads to help you save a few pounds. The popular streaming service, which made its debut in the US in 2021, brings together blockbuster movies, TV series and children’s programming from a number of US television channels and film studios, including Nickelodeon, Showtime, Comedy Central, MTV, CBS and, of course, Paramount Pictures. Highlights include franchises such as the Star Trek universe, Taylor Sheridan’s hit series Yellowstone, as well as family-friendly franchises such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Paw Patrol and Rugrats. In addition, Paramount is following in Netflix's footsteps and investing in Paramount originals, with titles such as 1923, The First Lady, Mayor of Kingstown and Special Ops: Lioness. Recently, they've also released new originals which include series like Fatal Attraction and Rabbit Hole, as well as movies like At Midnight and A Christmas Masquerade. If Paramount's film and TV offerings sound tempting then read on for everything you need to know about the streaming service. We walk you through how to watch Paramount Plus, how much it costs, the devices it can be watched on and some of our top film and TV picks to get stuck into. Get a seven day free Paramount Plus trial at Amazon Prime Video Jump to: What is Pa…

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It: Welcome to Derry release schedule – when is episode 7 released?
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date: 2025-12-01T10:00:14.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: The secret history of Pennywise the Clown comes to light in Sky and NOW's sci-fi horror.
encoded: It looks as though another clown is in town as It: Welcome to Derry episode 6 has revealed a closer look at the mysterious Periwinkle the clown. It was a bit of a long time coming until Pennywise arrived on our screens but it's safe to say his grand entrance was worth the wait, leaving fans on tenterhooks until the latter half of the season. The creative team behind the Stephen King adaptation made the bold decision to withhold the iconic villain for the first half of the series, while expanding the lore of the demonic entity in ways that have left fans divided. Now though, it seems that the horror is poised to kick into high gear, with Bill Skarsgård's Pennywise back on our screens and more frightening than ever. The most recent episode however also dug deeper into the story of Ingrid Kersh, with some of the revelations set to really surprise viewers. Of course, nothing quite beats the fear of seeing Pennywise on our screens, with the young cast of It: Welcome to Derry recalling their first time seeing Pennywise on the set in an interview with RadioTimes.com (see video above). "Once we got to that official scene, when we got to see him, it was so scary," said Amanda Christine, who plays Ronnie. "It was like, 'Oh my gosh! I've never been afraid of clowns, but at this moment I'm terrified." Co-star Matilda Lawler, who plays Marge, agreed that Skarsgård's Pennywise makes for an "imposing" sight, which is just "as terrifying in person – if not more – than it is on screen". But what can fans expect from the next instalment of It: Welcome to Derry, and when will it arrive? Here's everything you need to know about when episode 6 is released. When is It: Welcome to Derry episode 7 released? It: Welcome to Derry episode 7 will be released on Monday 8th December in the UK (and Sunday 7th November in the US via HBO). The next chapter, titled Neibolt Street, will first broadcast at 2am on Sky Atlantic, before a repeat later that day at the more reasonable time of 9pm. Alternat…

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South Park season 28 release schedule: How to watch new episodes in the UK
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date: 2025-11-28T11:22:39.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: On demand
subject: Paramount Plus
description: New season, same madness – here's when to expect the next chapter.
encoded: South Park season 28 is in full swing, and the latest instalment continued this season's political themes with an episode tackling Thanksgiving. The episode, titled Turkey Trot, took aim at Saudi Arabian sponsorship, as well as United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone recently confirmed that the show's shift towards political satire this season was not planned, but that “politics became pop culture”. Speaking to The New York Times, Parker said: "We’re just very down-the-middle guys. Any extremists of any kind, we make fun of. We did it for years with the woke thing. That was hilarious to us. And this is hilarious to us." Wondering when the next episode is set to be released? Read on to stay on top of the South Park release schedule and ensure you won’t miss a moment of the increasingly unhinged storylines. Read more: 15 best South Park episodes of all time When is South Park season 28 episode 5 released? South Park season 28 episode 5 will air on 10th December in the US and is expected to follow on Comedy Central UK on Thursday 11th December. The episode will head to Paramount+ shortly afterwards, as is now standard for the long-running series. How many episodes are in South Park season 28? At this stage, your guess is as good as ours! But barring any more unexpected changes, we'd expect South Park season 28 to consist of five episodes in total. TheWrap reports that the plan of creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone is still to release 10 episodes in total this year (suggested to be the five that comprised season 27, and a further five in season 28). South Park season 28 release schedule South Park's recent release pattern has been chaotic at best, but at present, this looks to be the UK schedule for the remainder of season 28 – which is due to conclude in mid-December. South Park season 28 episode 1 – Twisted Christian – Thursday 16th October 2025 (out now) South Park season 28 episode 2 – The Woman in the Hat – Saturday 1st Nov…

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The Death of Bunny Munro ending explained: Does Bunny go to hell?
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date: 2025-11-26T15:08:05.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
description: The Death of Bunny Munro comes to a surreal end with its sixth episode.
encoded: The Death of Bunny Munro is a rollercoaster ride, spanning everything from outrageous comedy to disturbingly dark moments, leaving viewers to anxiously question whether the promise of the title will be fulfilled. In the sixth and final episode, Bunny (Matt Smith) and his son (played by newcomer Rafael Mathé), finally arrive at the beauty product convention they had been heading towards – but there's more than fancy moisturisers to worry about. Not only has Bunny's behaviour become increasingly reckless and unpredictable, but a mysterious devil-horned killer is stalking the area, after gradually nearing closer over the past five chapters. Can disaster be averted? Read on for our full explanation and analysis of The Death of Bunny Munro ending – or stream all episodes on Sky Atlantic and NOW if you don't want anything spoiled for you. The Death of Bunny Munro ending explained: Does Bunny go to hell? The Death of Bunny Munro lives up to its title, with the emotional series finale depicting a grisly fate for Matt Smith's character – but hope of a better future for his young son. Bunny had whisked away his nine-year-old, Bunny Jr, on a chaotic road trip around Sussex, under the flimsy premise that he would teach him the tricks of his trade as a door-to-door salesman. In reality, the impromptu odyssey was utterly self-destructive, seeing Bunny indulge in his addictions to sex, drugs and alcohol, with no regard for the cost to others. Although Bunny Jr initially saw his father through rose-tinted glasses, those eventually dropped as his behaviour became ever more reckless, clearly exposing the fact that he wasn't capable of raising him alone. Throughout the series, we had seen menacing news reports of a murderer in a devil costume, whose deadly spree was on a collision course with Bunny and his son; in the end, the older Munro dies after being mown down by the killer's truck. This is where the show takes a turn for the surreal, with Bunny being guided to an unsettling musi…

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James Bond icon confirmed for major role in Wednesday season 3 – debunking Lady Gaga theory
type: item
date: 2025-11-26T11:05:38.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: A familiar Tim Burton collaborator is joining the Netflix series.
encoded: Wednesday season 3 has found its Aunt Ophelia – and it isn't Lady Gaga, as some fans had predicted. The character was briefly glimpsed at the end of the recent second chapter, but her face was never shown, leaving fans to speculate as to who might embody the long-foreshadowed role. One leading theory was that Gaga's character – Nevermore teacher Rosaline Rotwood – might have been revealed as Ophelia in disguise all along, but this has been debunked by a major new addition to the Wednesday cast. We now know that Casino Royale star Eva Green will play Aunt Ophelia in season 3, with the French actor telling Tudum that she "can't wait to bring my own touch of cuckoo-ness to the Addams family". The casting isn't a total surprise given that Green has a long history of collaboration with Wednesday director and executive producer Tim Burton, dating back to 2012's gothic comedy Dark Shadows. They two would later reunite on Burton's adaptation of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, and most recently on Disney's live-action Dumbo remake, which hit cinemas back in 2019. In a statement, Wednesday co-creators and showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar said: "Eva Green has always brought an exhilarating, singular presence to the screen – elegant, haunting, and beautifully unpredictable. "Those qualities make her the perfect choice for Aunt Ophelia. We’re excited to see how she transforms the role and expands Wednesday’s world." Ophelia is the estranged sister of Morticia Addams (played by Catherine Zeta-Jones), who we have briefly seen locked up in the spooky home of Grandmama Hester (Joanna Lumley) scrawling three menacing words: "Wednesday must die." "The re-emergence of Ophelia is going to hit this family like a bomb," Gough teased (via Tudum). "It was always the plan to give viewers a glimpse of her at the end of the season in a way that they weren't expecting, and then that's a driver into season 3." Further casting for season 3 will be announced in due course, but Or…

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Stranger Things season 5 age rating – how old do you need to be to watch?
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date: 2025-11-25T17:00:52.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: The heroes of Hawkins started young, but that doesn't mean the viewers should too!
encoded: Stranger Things season 5 is perhaps the most anticipated television premiere of the year, with its epic action and vibrant style likely to pique the interest of all ages. However, as determined by the UK's official age rating body, not everyone should flock to the final episodes as they drop, with season 5 likely to feature more nightmarish monsters, gruesome deaths and mature themes. The story picks up with our plucky young heroes readying themselves for a final showdown against Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower), who rules the deadly alternate dimension known as the Upside Down. So, at what age should someone consider taking their first trip to Hawkins? Here's the information you need on Stranger Things' age rating as season 5 premieres. Stranger Things season 5 age rating – how old do you need to be to watch? Stranger Things has a '15' age rating in the UK, as set by the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC), meaning that only individuals aged 15 years or older should be watching the show. According to the Netflix website, this certificate was given due to the show's depiction of "sex, sex references, violence, injury detail, discrimination, threat [and] horror". Ironically, it means that the main Stranger Things kids themselves would not have been old enough to watch their own show when seasons 1 and 2 were airing, although most would have been of an age to tune in by season 3's premiere. In the US, Stranger Things has recently been upgraded to a higher age rating, going from TV-14 (for ages 14 and up) to TV-MA (for ages 17 and up), which might be an indication of more extreme scenes to come (via ScreenRant). At the time of writing, there has not been any indication that Stranger Things' BBFC certificate will be going from a '15' to an '18', but we'll keep an eye out for updates over the coming weeks. For an insight into what Stranger Things season 5 holds in store, check out the trailer below: View Green Video on the source website Stranger Things season 5 prem…

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Hit Channel 4 drama confirms return with beloved Doctor Who guest star joining the cast in first-look images
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date: 2025-11-25T11:26:52.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: News
description: It's all change at York Police as Patience gets a new partner.
encoded: Channel 4 has released first-look images from the second season of its hit detective series Patience, which has enlisted a new co-star for its latest run. The show premiered at the start of the year, introducing viewers to York Police's Patience Evans (played by Ella Maisy Purvis), who went from a backroom role in the criminal records office to cracking the city's most perplexing crimes. She did so in partnership with DI Bea Metcalf (Breaking Bad's Laura Fraser), who is notably absent in season 2 as Patience gets a new boss in the form of Jessica Hynes's Detective Frankie Monroe. Hynes will be well-known to viewers from her roles in Spaced, W1A and There She Goes, as well as her guest appearances in acclaimed Doctor Who episodes Human Nature and The Family of Blood. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/11/78256S2-Embargoed-0001-Tuesday-25th-November-Patience-Series-2-First-Look-3ab5c9b.jpg" width="5469" height="3409" alt="DS Jake Hunter (Nathan Welsh), Calvin Baxter (Mark Benton), Detective Frankie Monroe (Jessica Hynes) and DC Will Akbari (Ali Ariaie) in Patience season 2" title="78256_S2_- Embargoed 0001 Tuesday 25th November - Patience Series 2 - First Look" /> Frankie's introduction poses quite the disruption to Patience's working life, with the season 2 synopsis teasing a "very different management style" that will prove "tricky for them both to navigate". Of course, viewers can also expect "more twisted and mysterious crimes in spectacular settings including a killer in York Minster, a murder in a monastery and a body in the Botanical Gardens". Patience is based on the French-Belgian series Astrid et Raphaëlle and has been praised for its mainstream representation of autism through the title character (as well as star Purvis, who plays her). The series attracted a large audience with its first season, with an average of 4.2 million tuning in to make it Channel 4's most successful launch in four years. Patience has since sec…

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Does Stranger Things' season 5 trailer tease an early death – and a close call for Dustin?
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date: 2025-11-24T17:16:41.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: The brand new trailer might have some gags, but the warning signs remain right in front of us.
encoded: Netflix's second Stranger Things 5 trailer is notably more fun and optimistic than the first – but it could still be hiding a dark secret in plain sight. The initial teaser, released just prior to Halloween, heavily alluded to profound suffering and sacrifice, with various shots of characters in danger or distress set to the epic backing track of Queen's Who Wants to Live Forever. The dramatic reveal of this farewell season understandably left fans theorising about potential deaths – and we shouldn't let our guard down just because the follow-up trailer strikes a lighter tone. We open on loveably mismatched besties Dustin (Gaten Matarazzo) and Steve (Joe Keery) as they wait in a car with some kind of satellite transmitter conspicuously plonked on the top. From there, we get bread crumbs about an "insane" plan cooked up by Mike (Finn Wolfhard), Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) and their gang, which Dustin hopes will result in "Vecna's heart on a platter". Suffice to say, they aren't playing D&D any more. As the trailer ends, we return to Dustin and Steve in the car – now joined by Jonathan (Charlie Heaton) and Nancy (Natalia Dyer) – as they speed through a portal to the Upside-Down, presumably in a daring bid to take the fight to their foe. There's an air of hope and triumph to the 90-second sizzle reel, but two troubling signs remain. Once again, Dustin spends much of the trailer with cuts and bruises all over his face. This is also the case in the preceding promo, which features a poignant moment when the bruised, crying teen embraces a worried Steve. But what could cause such injury and distress? The answer is perhaps not in what the trailer shows us, but what it doesn't. One major absence is the adult characters. OK, technically the 'kids' are all adults now too, but I'm referring to those who were grown-ups at the start of the show i.e. Joyce (Winona Ryder), Hopper (David Harbour), Murray (Brett Gelman), etc. Across trailers 1 and 2, which come to a combined length o…

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Spartacus: House of Ashur release date, how to watch, plot and trailer
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date: 2025-11-24T16:50:31.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: On demand
description: The cult favourite series is back for a bold new era.
encoded: It's been more than a decade since fans saw the violent world of Spartacus on screen, but finally, after a very long wait, new spin-off series House of Ashur has had its release date confirmed. The new series imagines an alternate future for Nick Tarabay's iconic character Ashur than what was depicted in the original run, with it being set in a world where he not only survived the events of season 3, but thrived! Spartacus co-creator Steven S DeKnight is back at the helm, and he recently explained why he decided to focus on Ashur when returning to this world. Speaking with Deadline, DeKnight said: "Ashur is just such a juicy character. He is definitely a villain in the original series. But when you go to Gods of the Arena, you see why he became that. He just wanted to be part of the brotherhood. He wanted to have friends and love, and he was denied that. It was pretty much, 'If I can’t serve in heaven, I’ll rule in hell.' "This deep-seated emptiness in his heart really drives him, his need to be accepted and loved. One of the challenges we face in the new show is how to take a character who was so despicable in the original and get the audience behind them. And the answer is, introduce even worse people, and they are the Roman elites who really work them over." While the show will primarily be made up of new characters surrounding Ashur, we do know that Lucy Lawless will return in a guest capacity as Lucretia. There was also at one time a contingency plan in place, that were Lawless not be able to return due to scheduling, John Hannah would come back as his character Quintus Lentulus Batiatus instead. DeKnight revealed it "didn't quite work out" for Hannah to return, but Tarabay added that even if the team could bring Hannah back only for one episode, he would "love" it. But, as we head towards the show's debut, what do we know about Spartacus: House of Ashur so far? Read on to find out. Spartacus: House of Ashur release date speculation <img src="https://images.imm…

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How to watch Bel-Air in the UK
type: item
date: 2025-11-24T14:06:03.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
description: The drama series presents a darker spin on the hit '90s sitcom Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
encoded: Bel-Air has just started airing its final episodes in the United States, with UK viewers hoping to get caught up on the reimagined Fresh Prince series before too long. The drama's rollout on our shores was regrettably interrupted by the closure of Peacock in the UK, but Jabari Banks's run as the new Will Smith has continued across the pond – with the finale looking set to be emotional. These days, with so many streamers, websites and traditional broadcasters vying for our attention, it's rarely long before shows that have been cut adrift get scooped up by some other provider. That's likely what awaits Bel-Air as it concludes its well-received run, but in the meantime, UK viewers can still revisit or discover the first two seasons of the show, which is executive produced by Fresh Prince star Smith. Here's everything you need to know about Peacock's Bel-Air, including where to watch the hit series. How to watch Bel-Air in the UK At the time of writing, Bel-Air is available on both NOW and Amazon, although neither platform holds all of the episodes of the American drama. On Amazon, seasons 1 and 2 can be purchased digitally for £11.99 each, while NOW is only streaming the second season. In other words, Bel-Air seasons 3 and 4 are yet to get a UK release. The series airs on NBC-owned streamer Peacock in the United States, but the platform's UK equivalent was shut down at the start of 2024 amid tough competition from rival services. It seems that Bel-Air has been a casualty of that demise, but the show could well be picked up by a new home in the coming months, especially now that it can be shopped around as a complete bundle. Watch this space. In the US, Bel-Air season 4 premieres on Peacock on Monday 24th November with a triple-bill launch. All episodes will be streaming from 8th December. How many episodes of Bel-Air are there? Once concluded, Bel-Air will consist of 38 episodes in total. The first three seasons are comprised of 10 episodes each, with the fourth and f…

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The Death of Bunny Munro book to show changes: Nick Cave gives verdict
type: item
date: 2025-11-20T16:53:37.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: The author and music legend addressed changes to his book at the show's London premiere.
encoded: The Death of Bunny Munro has arrived on Sky Atlantic and NOW, throwing former Doctor Who star Matt Smith into one of his most provocative roles to date. The House of the Dragon favourite plays a reckless father in the darkly comic drama, who takes his grieving son on a road trip across East Sussex as social services threaten his custody. The six-part miniseries is based on the novel of the same name by rock legend Nick Cave, who derived some inspiration from struggles in his own life, but has been quick to clarify that Bunny isn't directly based on himself. It's clear why he'd want to make that distinction, given that The Death of Bunny Munro book and its TV adaptation both depict the lead character in a rather grotesquely unflattering light. The series retains the unsettling elements that made the original novel such a polarising read, but Cave himself has said that screenwriter Pete Jackson "developed the story hugely" during the adaptation process. The Death of Bunny Munro book to show differences: Nick Cave's verdict Nick Cave has praised The Death of Bunny Munro screenwriter Pete Jackson for adapting his book "beautifully", and expanding it from an "internal" story to one more fitting for the screen. Speaking at London Literature Festival, the musician and writer told Q&A host Edith Bowman that he initially had a "certain amount of scepticism" about the latest in a long line of attempts to adapt his novel. Those doubts evaporated upon receiving the script for the first episode, which was so good that it gave him the confidence to "step away" from the writing of the series and "let somebody else have a go". He explained: "It was just this beautifully written thing. And it was different – it was written for TV. It's different from the book, which is extremely internal. It's just about where his mind's going when he's looking around at the world. "Not a lot actually happens in the book," continued Cave. "[Bunny] just goes from one sort of tawdry event after anothe…

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The Beast in Me ending explained: Who dies in the season finale?
type: item
date: 2025-11-20T15:12:58.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: It's victory for one, annihilation for the other as the Netflix thriller concludes.
encoded: **Warning: This article contains major spoilers for The Beast in Me season 1.** Netflix drama The Beast in Me keeps viewers on edge across its tense first season, which sees a bitter feud emerge between two neighbours – which only one of them survives Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys lead the cast as reclusive author Aggie Wiggs and ruthless businessman Niles Jarvis, who happen to meet each other when the latter moves in to a vacant property just a few doors away. Disconcertingly, Niles has been hit with murder accusations following the unexplained disappearance of his ex-wife, Maddie, and this dangerous mystery lures Aggie closer and closer into his orbit in pursuit of answers. On their unconventional dynamic, Rhys told The Hollywood Reporter: "They've been isolated for some time because of their respective traumas and tragedies. And as a result, it brings them to a level where their 'bulls**t meter' is gone, so that any kind of falseness isn't put up with." View Green Video on the source website Interestingly, neither Danes nor Rhys knew how The Beast in Me would end when they agreed to star in the project, with showrunner Howard Gordon opting to show them only the first three (of eight) scripts. Fortunately, Danes could vouch for Gordon, owing to their long history of collaboration on an earlier hit series. "I had seen him perform one magic trick after another [as writer and executive producer] for a decade over the course of our filming Homeland, so I wasn't worried – I really wasn't," she recalled. "But I also had no idea what was going to happen." Of course, now the series is out – and so are all of the secrets! If you want the gory details on how The Beast in Me ends, including who dies in the finale, here's your spoiler-filled guide to the Netflix thriller. The Beast in Me ending explained: Who dies in the series finale? Despite fleeting moments where their relationship seemed to be softening, Niles and Aggie ended The Beast in Me as staunch rivals, each racing…

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The Death of Bunny Munro soundtrack: Every song in Nick Cave drama
type: item
date: 2025-11-20T10:00:42.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: Sky's new drama boasts original music from the Bad Seeds legend and a long list of acquired tunes.
encoded: The Death of Bunny Munro adapts the novel of the same name by legendary rock musician and author Nick Cave, which follows a father and son on an uncomfortable road trip after a devastating personal tragedy. Doctor Who and House of the Dragon star Matt Smith plays the title role, while Cave takes on scoring duties alongside creative partner Warren Ellis, a long-serving member of his celebrated band, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds. The group are among a slew of top artists featured in The Death of Bunny Munro soundtrack, although Cave revealed at London Literature Festival that he actually had very little hand in selecting the show's licensed songs. He left that important task to producers at Clerkenwell Films – and voiced his approval of the results. Cave summarised: "They allow a whole lot of really f****d up stuff to happen, but it keeps sort of bouncing back to a kind of upbeat indie pop song or something like that, and it keeps you just sort of jollying along. "By episode 6, this is not a funny [series] at all... It just becomes darker and darker, but the music somehow buoys the whole thing up." By contrast, Cave's original compositions for The Death of Bunny Munro are far more "melancholic" and "heartfelt" than those on the acquired song list. If any of the entries in The Death of Bunny Munro's soundtrack have grabbed your attention, read on for a complete guide to all of the songs featured in the new drama series, as it makes its debut on Sky Atlantic and NOW. The Death of Bunny Munro theme music The Death of Bunny Munro theme song is an original track written and performed by Nick Cave and his frequent Bad Seeds collaborator Warren Ellis. At the time of writing, an official recording of the song is yet to be released online, although we wouldn't be surprised if this happens in the coming days or weeks – it is, after all, a banger. Watch this space. The Death of Bunny Munro episode 1 songs I'm Alive by Johnny Thunder Cherry by JJ Cale Shot Down by The Sonics Tubthum…

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The Death of Bunny Munro review: Matt Smith disturbs in Adolescence gone analogue
type: item
date: 2025-11-20T08:00:58.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: Sky's adaptation of the Nick Cave novel is a pre-internet tale of youthful corruption.
encoded: Netflix's Adolescence brought much-needed attention to the hateful attitudes emanating from a growing corner of the internet and taking root in the minds of today's teenagers and young men. But the revelatory element of its story was less the misogyny itself and more so the method of transmission, with the web's now-infamous 'manosphere' serving as a powerful amplifier for harmful ideas that had once appeared to be in decline. The Death of Bunny Munro almost serves as a prequel in that respect, exploring how the objectification, disrespect and outright abuse of women was taught to boys long before social media had the world in its death grip. The story follows Brighton-based travelling salesman Bunny Munro (Matt Smith), who takes his son on a road trip across the south coast in the wake of a devastating personal tragedy. The impromptu adventure is ostensibly intended to teach Bunny Jr (Rafael Mathé) the tricks of the trade, but it's clearly also an excuse for his grief-stricken father to indulge in his most destructive vices: sex, drugs and alcohol. An impressionable Bunny Jr begins the story in awe of his charismatic yet distant father, taking every chance to mimic him while excusing or ignoring obvious neglect towards both himself and his late mother, Libby (Sarah Greene). It's a dynamic reflected in the older Bunny's relationship with his own father, Bunny Sr (David Threlfall), and which we can imagine goes back about as far as their family line does – but will the cycle of violence end here, or continue in perpetuity? The story is largely episodic in nature, unfolding as a series of encounters with customers – which are smarmy to begin with and only get worse from there – tied together by appearances from social services or a mysterious killer nearing ever closer. During these excitable house visits, Smith leans into the smooth-talking charm that made his Eleventh Doctor a heartthrob for many, but adds a sleazy, exploitative edge that later distorts into somethi…

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Is The Death of Bunny Munro based on a true story?
type: item
date: 2025-11-20T08:00:30.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: Nick Cave addresses certain parallels between "transgressive" character and his own experiences.
encoded: The Death of Bunny Munro bursts onto screens today, with Matt Smith giving a mesmerising turn as the deeply troubled title character of the six-part miniseries. The story picks up in the early noughties, when a personal tragedy causes travelling salesman Bunny Munro (Smith) to take his nine-year-old son, Bunny Jr (Rafael Mathé), on an impromptu road trip across the south coast of England. This proves not to be a wholesome father-son holiday, however, with Bunny's reckless and neglectful tendencies quickly rearing their head as his impressionable young boy risks picking up the very same behaviours. Clearly, there are themes in this plot relating to addiction, mental health issues and parenting that will hit close to home for some viewers, particularly with such powerful performances and a top script by Somewhere Boy's Pete Jackson. Author, screenwriter and musician Nick Cave, who penned the book on which Sky's drama is based, has recently opened up on the extent to which The Death of Bunny Munro was inspired by experiences in his own life. Is The Death of Bunny Munro based on a true story? No, The Death of Bunny Munro is not based on a true story, but adapted from the fiction novel of the same name by Nick Cave. However, the writer has described certain aspects of the plot as "autobiographical". Speaking at London Literature Festival, Cave said: "The thing about Bunny Munro, which I understand perfectly well, is being a human being that is not in particularly showroom condition." "I had my dark side," continued the Bad Seeds frontman, reflecting on his life at the time of writing the novel, "and I was navigating a whole lot of stuff that was very complex and just deeply problematic. "And having to look after a child at the same time, and learning the way a parent can try, at least, to keep that part of [themselves] away from the child – and keep the child buoyed up." Cave added: "This was the fundamental driving force in the relationship between the father and son, w…

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Where was The Death of Bunny Munro filmed?
type: item
date: 2025-11-20T08:00:05.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: The sunny seaside drama takes place in a location close to Nick Cave's heart.
encoded: The Death of Bunny Munro is finally making its live-action debut on Sky Atlantic and NOW, with the sordid saga unfolding against the backdrop of the south coast of England. The miniseries stars Matt Smith as the title character, a door-to-door salesman in the early 2000s who takes his nine-year-old son on an impromptu road trip after a personal tragedy. Alas, it's not all fun by the seaside; both Bunny and Bunny Jr (played by Rafael Mathé) are processing enormous grief, with the older of the two turning to harmful vices as an unsustainable 'quick fix' solution. Adapted from the novel by musician and writer Nick Cave, The Death of Bunny Munro is based in a city he knows all too well, from its beauty to its darker side. Read on for his insight on why he chose this distinct location for this singular tale. Where is The Death of Bunny Munro filmed? The Death of Bunny Munro was primarily filmed in Brighton and Hove, along with other locations in Sussex. Australian author and musician Nick Cave lived in the coastal city for around two decades, but moved away shortly after his son's tragic death at the age of only 15. Speaking at London Literature Festival, Cave explained his choice of Brighton as the setting of his novel: "Sadly or beautifully, there's a lot of depressing seaside towns in this lovely country. "Maybe [The Death of Bunny Munro] could be set in any of them, but I knew Brighton really well. And Brighton is this very, very beautiful place. And it's a weirdly happy place, but there is this sort of dark undertone to it as well." Speaking to Condé Nast Traveller, Cave elaborated on what he refers to as Brighton's darker side, recalling days earlier in his career when he would stay at cheap and sleazy hotels in an attempt to cleanse after drug binges in London. "I would rent some horrible flea bag hotel in Brighton that was often decorated for people to have sex in, with mirrored ceilings and these circular, heart-shaped beds and all of this sort of s**t," he shar…

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We played Squid Game: The Challenge – and learned how brutal it really is
type: item
date: 2025-11-19T13:45:38.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
subject: Video
description: As season 2 comes to a dramatic end, a pair of intrepid Radio Times reporters recount their gruelling experiences on the set of Squid Game: The Challenge.
encoded: Many people have watched a reality competition on the telly and thought to themselves, 'I could do that.' Radio Times writers David Craig and Laura Rutkowski are not among that group. Nevertheless, they were sent to Reading's Shinfield Studios to see the real sets of Squid Game: The Challenge and take part in two devious game demos, which were nothing if not humbling. Dragging their aching bodies home at the end of a long day, it was clear that the tournament is physically draining – and that's to say nothing of the psychological stress added by that eye-popping $4.56 million jackpot. As immersive as it was, David and Laura didn't have any cash on the line during their grand day out, but the risk of humiliation in front of one's peers did loom large – and quickly became a reality. This is their story. Welcome to Squid Game Laura Rutkowski: Nothing really could have prepared me for walking into the dorm, and my mouth falls open in shock. It’s as massive as you would imagine to accommodate 456 beds for 456 players. I quickly claim a bottom bunk, thinking it’s easier to hop out of in a hurry! I'm player 255, kitted out with my tracksuit (which was in fact made in Korea – I checked) and thermals on underneath; white slip-ons; a water bottle and a black bag (with a toothbrush and toothpaste labelled 255 inside). There's a gigantic red 'X' and blue 'O' on the ground, which was used in the drama for players to indicate whether they wanted to stop or continue the games. Very quickly, I can see cliques forming into little groups dotted around the dorm, alliances already developing from the offset. Before our games begin, I'm served curry and rice by the intimidating guards in pink. I thank them, in case politeness is rewarded. Naturally, they don't respond, and it makes me question my relationship to authority figures. My inclination is very much to obey them and stay on their good side, but it probably won't make a difference in Squid Game. Just keep a low profile, I think!…

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Line of Duty season 7: Release date speculation, cast, plot and latest news
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date: 2025-11-19T12:35:09.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
description: Jed Mercurio's hit drama will be back.
encoded: After what truly feels like a lifetime of waiting, the BBC has confirmed that Line of Duty is returning for season 7. Now we're sucking diesel! The BBC crime series, which previously ran from 2012-2021, followed AC-12's Steve Arnott (Martin Compston), Kate Fleming (Vicky McClure) and Ted Hastings (Adrian Dunbar) as they sought to uncover corruption within the fictional Central Police – and there really was never a dull day for the trio, to put it lightly. And now, they're back at it (we were never in any doubt) to focus on their "most sensitive" case to date. Speaking about the return of the hit series – the season 6 finale was watched by an average of 12.8 million viewers on the night – creator, writer and executive producer Jed Mercurio said: “Everyone involved in Line of Duty feels enormous gratitude to the show’s fans. We’re privileged to have had so many of you follow the ups and downs of AC-12 over six previous seasons and we couldn’t be more delighted to be returning for a seventh. "Corruption in this country is supposed to have come to an end while Line of Duty was off air so I’ve been forced to use my imagination.” Mother of God, indeed. So, what can we expect from the new episodes? Plus, who's returning and when can we tune in? Read on for everything we know so far about Line of Duty season 7. Line of Duty season 7 release date speculation: When will it air? Filming will kick off in Belfast in the spring of 2026, which means it won't arrive until the end of 2026 at least. But our money's on early 2027 – possibly New Year's Day, given that the BBC likes to begin the year with a bang. Watch this space for updates. Line of Duty season 7 cast: Who's returning? Vicky McClure (Kate Fleming), Martin Compston (Steve Arnott) and Adrian Dunbar (Ted Hastings) will all be back, obviously. It simply wouldn't be Line of Duty without them. “Line of Duty has been a job of a lifetime," said Compston of the season 7 renewal. "Not only in terms of the show's success but the …

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Hazbin Hotel season 2 release schedule: When are episodes 7 and 8 out?
type: item
date: 2025-11-19T09:54:48.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: On demand
description: We've reached the end of another chapter in the chaotic series!
encoded: Hazbin Hotel season 2 has concluded its run on Prime Video, so it's time to get stuck into the musical comedy if you've been holding out for a binge watch. The series follows Charlie Morningstar (Erika Henningsen), the princess of Hell, after she opens a rehabilitative hotel intended to help move souls onto heaven, while fixing an overcrowding issue down below. RadioTimes.com contributor Emma Flint said that Hazbin Hotel "hits its stride" in season 2, but expressed some disappointment about the rushed nature of the later episodes – and a lack of anticipation built up for the stories to come. All eyes now turn to Hazbin Hotel season 3, which is already confirmed, as fans speculate over where creator Vivienne Medrano could take her gleefully unhinged animated universe next. When is Hazbin Hotel season 2 finale out on Prime Video? Hazbin Hotel season 2 episode 8 – fittingly titled Curtain Call – is available to stream now on Prime Video. It was released, along with penultimate chapter Weapon of Mass Distraction, on Wednesday 19th November 2025. The season was released in four double bills. How many episodes are in Hazbin Hotel season 2? Hazbin Hotel season 2 is comprised of eight episodes in total, which have been released over a period of four weeks. Hazbin Hotel season 2 release schedule Hazbin Hotel season 2 was released fairly rapidly across four weeks, with two episodes dropping each Wednesday until mid-November. Here's an overview of the release schedule on Prime Video: Hazbin Hotel season 2 episode 1 – New Pentious – Wednesday 29th November 2025 (out now) Hazbin Hotel season 2 episode 2 – Storyteller – Wednesday 29th November 2025 (out now) Hazbin Hotel season 2 episode 3 – Hazbin Hotel: Behind Closed Doors – Wednesday 5th November 2025 (out now) Hazbin Hotel season 2 episode 4 – It's A Deal – Wednesday 5th November 2025 (out now) Hazbin Hotel season 2 episode 5 – Silenced – Wednesday 12th November 2025 (out now) Hazbin Hotel season 2 episode 6 – Scream Rain – W…

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Trigger Point season 3 cast: New and returning cast in ITV drama
type: item
date: 2025-11-16T12:10:17.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: ITV
description: Vicky McClure returns as Lana Washington alongside a mix of new and familiar faces.
encoded: The full third season of ITV's Trigger Point has been available to stream from some time now, with fans getting to see long-suffering explosives officer Lana Washington's latest assignment. Vicky McClure is back as Lana in the new season, which delves further than ever before into her past traumas and how they continue to impact her mental health. This third season, which sees her defusing a series of bombs planted on individuals across London, and trying to expose the truth behind the attacks, also stars the likes of Eric Dhango, Nabil Elouahabi and Kerry Godliman. Thankfully for fans who have already made it to the end of the season, a fourth run has already been confirmed. But for now, who else stars in season 3 and who do they all play? Here's everything you need to know about the key players in ITV's Trigger Point season 3. Trigger Point season 3 cast: New and returning The full cast list for Trigger Point season 3 is as follows – scroll on for more on each character and the actor playing them, including where you might have seen them before. Vicky McClure as Lana Washington Eric Shango as Danny Nabil Elouahabi as Hass Rahim Mark Rowley as Rich Manning Natalie Simpson as DS Helen Morgan Maanuv Thiara as DI Amar Batra Kerry Godliman as Sonya Reeves Jason Flemyng as Steven Wyles Kevin Eldon as Jeff Tamzin Griffin as Val Vicky McClure plays Lana Washington Who is Lana Washington? Lana is a bomb disposal operative for the Metropolitan Police in Trigger Point. In season 3, she is attempting to stop an attacker with a personal vendetta from picking off his victims one-by-one. She's also battling PTSD from her past assignments, which have come at a heavy personal cost. Previously, she brought a deadly terror campaign to a close, for which her lover was found to be responsible. Then, in season 2, an anarchist group started targeting London's elites in a bid to bring down the current status quo. Along the way, she has lost close colleagues and loved ones, with the weigh…

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How accurate is BBC sitcom Ghosts? History experts and creatives weigh in
type: item
date: 2025-11-14T07:00:35.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: On demand
description: Does the show's faux history have anything to teach us? Radio Times investigates...
encoded: The dearly departed sitcom Ghosts has been hailed as a rare comedy series that the entire family can enjoy, but can its daft lampooning of British history and familiar archetypes help to nurture real knowledge? The story begins when young married couple Alison (Charlotte Ritchie) and Mike (Kiell Smith-Bynoe) inherit the dilapidated Button House (played by real-life manor West Horsley Place) from a very, very distant relative. Following a near-death experience, Alison gains the ability to perceive apparitions of past inhabitants, who were unfortunate enough to perish on the estate – and for reasons unknown, remain unable to move on to the "other place". Each figure represents a different historical period, spanning from prehistoric cave man Robin (Laurence Rickard) to Edwardian lady of the manor Fanny Button (Martha Howe-Douglas) and Thatcherite MP Julian Fawcett (Simon Farnaby). Of course, the Ghosts creators were then coming off a celebrated run on CBBC's Horrible Histories and, as original producer Matthew Mulot told RadioTimes.com, were "definitely mindful of the audience that they would be bringing with them". In other words, some degree of accuracy would be crucial to upholding their trusted reputation, but co-creator Rickard told crowds at MCM London Comic-Con 2025 that they never intended for Ghosts to be another set of history lessons. "Having done Horrible Histories, where the rule was you couldn't lie, there would be times when we'd come up with a really funny punchline, and then go, 'but we can't do that because that's not what happened'," he explained. "I think that's what led initially to [2015's Shakespeare spoof] Bill, was going 'What about if we were freed from the constraints of telling the truth?' That film is set in a bit of history where there is no history... so we can say whatever we like!" The underrated feature imagines the playwright's 'lost years' and ultimately provided the "template" for Ghosts, according to Rickard, in which "meticulous"…

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The Beast in Me review: An embarrassing blunder for 'Peak TV' icons
type: item
date: 2025-11-13T08:01:45.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
subject: Review
description: Netflix's latest dud marks a low point for Emmy winners Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys.
encoded: If you needed any more evidence that the golden age of television is well and truly over, look only to how its mighty have fallen. The Beast in Me unites three actors whose work represents major pillars of the 'Peak TV' era – Claire Danes (Homeland), Matthew Rhys (The Americans) and Jonathan Banks (Breaking Bad) – but renders them all somewhat laughable. You might remember that Saturday Night Live (back when that was worth watching, too) staged a savage viral parody of Danes's Homeland performance back in 2013, enlisting Anne Hathaway to play CIA agent Carrie Mathison at her most hysterical. It's hard not to be reminded of that during The Beast in Me, which sees Danes constantly amped up to 11, while co-stars Rhys and Banks chew the scenery until there's nothing left but a damp pile of mulch. The story begins when real estate tycoon Niles Jarvis (Rhys) moves into the wealthy neighbourhood of author Aggie Wiggs (Danes), who is struggling to crack the follow-up to her celebrated best-selling debut. It isn't long before Niles becomes a subject of interest, as the super-rich, hyper-aggressive businessman is plagued by unproven accusations that he murdered his missing ex-wife. Is there more to the story than meets the eye? Aggie herself is wracked with guilt over the death of her young son in a car accident that occurred while she was driving, causing her marriage to disintegrate and her world to become much, much smaller. That profound, agonising grief (plus intimidation from this enigmatic new neighbour) is the catalyst for an extreme turn from Danes, in which almost every line of dialogue is shakily blurted out in a state of mild to moderate panic. Though you wouldn't know it from this review, I am actually quite a fan of Danes's work – from Homeland to 2022's highly underrated Fleishman is in Trouble – but even admirers will be quickly desensitised to her intense emoting here. Equally, The Americans is one of my favourite shows of all time, so I am keenly aware of ho…

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The Beast in Me cast: Full list of actors in star-studded Netflix drama
type: item
date: 2025-11-13T08:00:36.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: Netflix's latest mystery drama boasts a star-studded cast.
encoded: Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys join forces for Netflix's latest mystery drama The Beast in Me, which follows a struggling author as she attempts to understand her enigmatic new neighbour. Aggie Wiggs (Danes) has been plagued by tragedy since the release of her debut book, resulting in a severe case of writers' block and a life that is rapidly falling apart before her eyes. When intimidating property developer Niles Jarvis (Rhys) moves in next door, it's unclear whether he's the final nail in her coffin or a lifeline that could get her out of a profoundly unhealthy rut. The eight-part miniseries is produced by Danes's former Homeland collaborator Howard Gordon, from a concept by The X Files alum Gabe Rotter, with stars from Breaking Bad, The Morning Show and The Penguin filling out the supporting cast. If you're intrigued, read on for an introduction to The Beast in Me cast as the series drops on Netflix. The Beast in Me cast: Full list of actors in Netflix drama Here's a quick overview of the key players in Netflix mystery drama The Beast in Me – read on for more detailed profiles on each character and the actors playing them, including where you might have seen them before. Claire Danes as Aggie Wiggs Matthew Rhys as Nile Jarvis Brittany Snow as Nina Jarvis Natalie Morales as Shelley David Lyons as Brian Abbot Tim Guinee as Wrecking Ball Deirdre O'Connell as Carol Jonathan Banks as Martin Jarvis Hettienne Park as Agent Erika Breton Aleyse Shannon as Olivia Benitez Will Brill as Chris Ingram Kate Burton as Mariah Ingram Bill Irwin as James Ingram Amir Arison as Frank Breton Julie Ann Emery as Lila Jarvis Claire Danes as Aggie Wiggs Who is Aggie Wiggs? Aggie is an author whose debut novel was a massive critical and commercial success. However, her promising career has since stalled due to terrible events in her personal life. She lost her young son in a car accident that occurred while she was driving, and the immense grief proceeded to destroy her marriage. Faced wit…

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Matt Smith's sex appeal changed The Death of Bunny Munro, says Nick Cave
type: item
date: 2025-11-12T15:00:23.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: News
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: The sheer "charm" of the Doctor Who alum "adds another layer of uneasiness" to the hard-hitting story.
encoded: The Death of Bunny Munro author Nick Cave has addressed one major change to the novel in Sky's adaptation – and it relates to the desirability of star Matt Smith. The six-part miniseries follows door-to-door salesman Bunny Munro (Smith) as he takes his young son, Bunny Jr (Rafael Mathé), on a road trip across the south coast of England. Sparked by a devastating tragedy, their hasty trip is the most time they've spent together in a good long while, and sees the younger Bunny facing whether to follow in his father's footsteps or take his own path in life. Based on the novel by superstar musician Cave, the series examines Bunny Sr's destructive traits, which include not only his dangerous parenting style, but also apparent addictions to sex, drugs and alcohol. Speaking at a screening for attendees of London Literature Festival, Cave said that Bunny's reckless behaviours strike a different note with Smith in the role, due to the actor being more alluring than his character was envisioned. "It's changed a lot," began Cave. "I mean, in the book, Bunny is just this kind of disgusting guy. He's not attractive, he's not even good at sex. He's a sort of failure that keeps just trying to screw everything he can, and is largely unsuccessful. View Green Video on the source website "And so, in a way, it wasn't as problematic, you could say, as with Matt playing him, because Matt's like a sexy guy. He's a sort of living fire emoji." Cave continued: "The story, in a way, becomes more transgressive in this version that you're seeing now because the women like him. And even though it's obviously clear to everybody what he's up to, women nevertheless are attracted to the pull of his charm." The Bad Seeds frontman wasn't at all disgruntled by the change, however, concluding that it "adds another layer of uneasiness to the whole thing" and enthusiastically praised the work of all involved. Cave contributed to The Death of Bunny Munro's soundtrack, for which he reunited with frequent col…

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IT: Welcome to Derry character guide – their links to the Stephen King universe explained
type: item
date: 2025-11-11T11:35:25.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky
description: Bill Skargård is back as Pennywise – with some new Derry residents to terrorise.
encoded: One of the world's most adapted authors is adding another notch to his score, with Stephen King's IT serving as the launchpad for chilling prequel series Welcome to Derry. Andy Muschietti, director of 2017's box office smash IT: Chapter One and its sequel, is back to lead this successor, which also sees Bill Skarsgård return to his acclaimed performance as Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Expanding on interludes from King's original novel, Welcome to Derry introduces us to a slew of new Derry residents as well as bringing back a couple of familiar names – including The Shining's own Dick Hallorann. Chris Chalk takes on the role originated by Scatman Crothers in Stanley Kubrick's 1980 adaptation, but this incarnation of the character is yet to grow into the wise and reassuring figure we meet there. If the horror series has piqued your attention, read on for an introduction to its key players as it continues its chilling run on Sky Atlantic and NOW. IT: Welcome to Derry cast: Full list of actors in Stephen King prequel Here's an overview of the main cast in IT: Welcome to Derry – read on for more detailed profiles on each character and the actor playing them, including where you might have seen them before. Bill Skarsgård as It aka Pennywise the Clown Taylour Paige as Charlotte Hanlon Jovan Adepo as Leroy Hanlon Blake Cameron James as Will Hanlon Chris Chalk as Dick Hallorann James Remar as General Shaw Stephen Rider as Hank Madeleine Stowe as TBC Rudy Mancuso as Captain Pauly Russo Clara Stack as Lilly Amanda Christine as Ronnie Mikkal Karim-Fidler as Teddy Bill Skarsgård as It aka Pennywise the Clown Who is Pennywise the Clown? Pennywise the Clown is a form often taken by the supernatural entity that terrorises the people of Derry. It is a shapeshifter, however, and has also appeared as other residents or monstrous beings, such as the giant spider seen at the end of It: Chapter Two. What else has Bill Skarsgård been in? Skarsgård has made a name for himself in the horro…

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Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr's TV return in beloved comedy finally gets air date confirmed
type: item
date: 2025-11-09T13:06:43.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Heartache and awkwardness awaits a young Alan Carr in Changing Ends season 3.
encoded: If you're missing Alan Carr after his astonishing run on Celebrity Traitors, don't despair: the comedian's hit ITV sitcom is returning to screens later this month for its third season. Changing Ends is a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age series, which sees Carr dramatise his childhood, growing up as the son of a football manager and not quite understanding what made him different to the other boys at his school. Child actor Oliver Savell plays a young Alan Carr, while the comedian himself features as a narrator, appearing on-screen to offer context and reflections on the show's storylines. Changing Ends has earned a generally positive reception from critics and viewers alike, becoming ITVX's most-viewed comedy in 2023, with Savell subsequently earning a BAFTA nomination for his uncanny turn as Carr. The next chapter in the sitcom is available to stream from the morning of Sunday 23rd November 2025 on ITVX, with a linear broadcast to follow at 10:05pm that night on ITV1 – just after I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!. It's an enviable lead-in for the series, which ITV will be hoping receives a Celebrity Traitors bump after Carr emerged as the breakout star of the recent season, with many viewers declaring him a "national treasure" for his masterful hoodwinking. Carr himself acknowledged on Celebrity Traitors Uncloaked that the reaction to his participation has been more intense than his earlier television work, with industry pundits predicting high-profile follow-up gigs in the comic's future. For now, though, it's a return to the comfortingly familiar ground of Changing Ends. The synopsis for season 3, courtesy of ITV teases a crush for the teenaged Carr on a new character named Jake. It asks: "Does love struck Alan suppress this crush or shout about it from the rooftops?" "Whatever happens, it's going to be tough as Alan has the thankless task of navigating the adolescent minefields that are sleepovers, swimming lessons and nights out with the boys – and the …

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AI 'actor' Tilly Norwood's creator addresses backlash and announces 40 more AI characters in the works
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date: 2025-11-09T12:40:39.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Movies
subject: News
description: Eline Van der Velden gave her first interview since Tilly Norwood's viral acting debut.
encoded: The creator of controversial AI-generated 'actor' Tilly Norwood has addressed the massive online backlash that the project received following a viral video in September. The creation of Norwood, led by Eline Van der Velden of AI studio Particle6, pre-dates the recent mainstream attention, which focused on a generated short film in which Norwood took 'her' first acting role. The American actors' union SAG-AFTRA condemned the endeavour, saying that "creativity is, and should remain, human-centred" and criticised training an AI 'actor' on "the work of countless professional performers – without permission or compensation". "It doesn’t solve any 'problem' — it creates the problem of using stolen performances to put actors out of work, jeopardising performer livelihoods and devaluing human artistry," the guild added. Norwood also became the subject of heated debate on social media, with many film buffs sharing the stance of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and other industry figures. Reflecting on the tumultuous period, Van der Velden told Deadline: "It's been crazy, I'm not going to lie. I could never have imagined this story would blow up as much as it did. "When I first envisioned Tilly, I did imagine global stardom for her, that's what she was built for. For that to come true has been a funny self-fulfilling prophecy." She continued: "I think it showed off our quality, and a lot of people were amazed by that, and that the quality of Tilly sparked a conversation that needed to be had around the world about how is this tech going to fit into this industry." Van der Velden proceeded to express regret that Tilly "upset people", particularly within the acting profession, and made her case for why the advent of AI-generated actors shouldn't be perceived as a threat. "It is not my creative pursuit to take [actors'] jobs away in any shape or form," said Van der Velden. "I'm sympathising and feel upset they were upset. I hope that I can make them feel better by saying that is no…

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Doctor Who's Ncuti Gatwa joins Wicked star in animated musical Bad Fairies
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date: 2025-11-09T11:45:28.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Movies
subject: News
description: The news comes mere weeks away from Wicked: For Good's cinema debut.
encoded: Ncuti Gatwa's post-Doctor Who career has just added another major project, with the acclaimed actor taking a voice role in a major new animated film co-starring Wicked icon Cynthia Erivo. Bad Fairies is a fantastical adventure slated for release in summer 2027, which follows a group of "delightfully subversive" fairies as they "shake up their magical world" (via Deadline). Erivo was confirmed to star in the animated musical last month, with Gatwa being the latest addition to what looks poised to be an A-list voice cast; details about his character have not yet been disclosed. Bad Fairies is written by comedian Deborah Frances-White (The Guilty Feminist), with Megan Nicole Dong (Netflix's Centuarworld) and Oliver Staphylas (Wish Dragon) sharing directing duties. Tony Award-winning songwriters Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss (best known for King Henry VIII-themed Six: The Musical) are also aboard the project, alongside composer Isabella Summers (a founding member of indie band Florence + The Machine). For Gatwa, it marks his first major screen booking since a widely publicised exit from Doctor Who, after which the actor returned to the stage for West End runs on The Importance of Being Earnest and Born with Teeth. Most recently, he was seen alongside Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch in romcom The Roses, and coming up next he has The Queen of Fashion; a biopic about stylist Isabella Blow, starring Andrea Riseborough (Alice & Jack) in the lead role. No doubt Bad Fairies will be hoping to draw in Wicked-sized numbers on the strength of Erivo's musical prowess. After numerous theatre gigs, including Sister Act and The Colour Purple, the British actor moved into film from 2018 with roles in Bad Times at the El Royale, Widows and Harriet, where she was Oscar-nominated for her portrayal of Harriet Tubman. However, Erivo's film career has reached new heights in the past year, following her debut as Elphaba Thropp in the blockbuster film adaptation of Wicked. The first film ma…

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Ex-EastEnders star confirms move to Corrie with first look at character outside Rovers
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date: 2025-11-09T10:12:38.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: News
description: But will his latest role be another villain or someone more sympathetic?
encoded: Aidan O'Callaghan has confirmed his previously reported move to Coronation Street with a new social media post, which shows the actor hanging around outside the Rovers Return. The actor will be well known to soap fans for his brief but impactful stint on EastEnders, where he played Lewis Butler – a colleague to Ben Mitchell, who initially appeared to be a potential love interest. However, the storyline took a horrific turn when Lewis raped Ben, which led to his exile from Walford; a later reference to the character suggested that he had been arrested off-screen for a separate assault. O'Callaghan went on to land roles in Sky police drama Wolfe and Netflix fantasy series The Witcher: Blood Origin; previously, he'd appeared as Mike in two episodes of ITV's Emmerdale. That means his addition to Coronation Street is a soap hat-trick, with the actor reported to appear in flashback as an unknown figure named Alan, whose past is tied into the incoming Driscoll family. Check out a first look at O'Callaghan on the Coronation Street set below. The Irish mother-son duo Maggie (Pauline McLynn) and Ben Driscoll (Aaron McCusker) will debut in the coming weeks, with McLynn teasing a "fierce" and "formidable" matriarch. The actor is best known for Channel 4 comedies Father Ted and Shameless, the latter of which also starred McCusker. The Driscolls will arrive alongside returning character Eva Price (played again by The Good Ship Murder's Catherine Tyldesley), who will be married to Ben when we see her next. Recalling the moment she was formally asked back, Tyldesley told RadioTimes.com: "My agent said, 'Kate [Brooks] would like to speak to you about Corrie', and I assumed it was for someone's funeral and they'd want me to rock up. "Kate said, 'Would you like to be landlady?' and I screamed," she continued. "I was really shocked. It's an absolute dream." Alas, O'Callaghan didn't give away anything about his own role in the Instagram caption, which simply reads "Who dis?", while the …

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