Radio Times
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items: Daredevil boss offers advice on Matthew Lillard fan theories: "That wasn't on the page"
items: Russell T Davies's groundbreaking It's a Sin to be revisited in a "visceral" new format
items: 5 standout moments from Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer - from Zendaya return to dangerous new villains
items: Invincible season 5 release date speculation, cast and latest news
items: Daredevil: Born Again boss explains controversial choice for Jessica Jones return
items: Coronation Street and more stars confirmed for special Amandaland sketch in Comic Relief
items: Invincible season 4 cast: Full list of actors and characters
items: Martin Clunes reveals key element that helped him through filming "uncomfortable" Huw Edwards drama
items: Firefly animated series with original actors teased by star Nathan Fillion – but there's an obstacle to solve
items: Virgin River season 7 cast: Meet the new and returning characters
items: For all Mankind season 5 release date, cast, trailer, latest news
items: One Piece season 3 release date speculation, cast and latest news
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Daredevil boss offers advice on Matthew Lillard fan theories: "That wasn't on the page"
type: item
date: 2026-03-20T13:02:00.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Disney Plus
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Dario Scardapane and Sana Amanat addressed the rampant speculation among fans.
encoded: Daredevil: Born Again showrunner Dario Scardapane is tempering expectations for Matthew Lillard's grand entrance into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The actor has been enjoying a rather busy period lately, defying Quentin Tarantino's viral criticism with roles in The Life of Chuck, Scream 7, Cross and the upcoming Carrie remake. In addition, he joins Daredevil: Born Again season 2 as the mysterious Mr Charles, who has been the subject of speculation since relatively few details have been disclosed about him. Naturally, that secrecy has stirred up theories that he could be a famous comic book character in disguise, but head writer Scardapane ruled out that possibility in an interview with Radio Times. "I think the cat's out of the bag: just enjoy the character. He's somebody that I wrote from whole cloth specifically for Matt Lillard," he explained. "I'll tear the band aid off: if you're expecting him to be somebody from the larger MCU, that wasn't on the page." Daredevil: Born Again executive producer Sana Amanat interjected: "That doesn't necessarily mean he's not connected to it." Scardapane responded, intriguingly: "He's definitely connected to the larger MCU, but he is not a hidden character." It's a necessary point to clarify as fan theories have engulfed and seriously detracted from earlier Marvel projects, including fellow Disney+ series WandaVision, which was plagued by rumours that it would introduce Mephisto or Reed Richards. When neither appearance materialised, it left a sour taste in the mouths of some excited viewers, so it's arguably better to settle these questions early than to let them linger. In a separate interview with MovieWeb, Lillard had clarified that he does "not wear any lycra of any kind" in Daredevil: Born Again, dashing hopes that he could emerge as a costumed supervillain. He continued: "[Scardapane] built something that he was really excited about sharing, and I couldn't be happier to be a part of it. I really love that world. I…

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Russell T Davies's groundbreaking It's a Sin to be revisited in a "visceral" new format
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date: 2026-03-19T09:00:40.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Going Out
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: News
description: The hard-hitting series will break hearts all over again on stage.
encoded: Acclaimed Channel 4 drama It's a Sin is being reinterpreted for a bold new format. Contemporary dance company Rambert is teaming up with Factory International to mount a stage version of the deeply affecting story, which explored how the AIDS crisis ravaged a group of friends – and the wider LGBTQ+ community – in the 1980s. The original version starred Years & Years singer Olly Alexander as Ritchie Tozer, who went from a quiet life in a small English town to the dynamic gay scene of London, where he could finally be himself openly. Tragically, what begins as a magical period of his life descends into a nightmare, as the reality of the AIDS crisis gradually becomes apparent and strikes mercilessly close to home. Omari Douglas, Callum Scott Howells, David Carlyle, Nathaniel Curtis and Lydia West also starred in the five-part drama, although there's no word yet on the cast of the stage version, which is in the early stages of development. "Raw, euphoric and deeply moving, It’s a Sin will be a visceral theatrical experience," promises Rambert in its announcement. "A reckoning and a celebration told through fearless movement. Clubs pulse with possibility. Friendships ignite. Fear edges closer. Lives are changed forever." It's a Sin writer Russell T Davies will serve as an executive producer on the adaptation, alongside legendary pop duo The Pet Shop Boys and Sink the Pink's Glyn Fussell. Choreography will be handled by Rambert's Benoit Swan Pouffer, who will also direct, while Kaite O'Reilly will pen the script for the stage version. Pouffer said: "This is a story we feel compelled to tell right now, and collaborating with Russell – one of the most powerful storytellers of our time – is incredibly exciting. "Together we're exploring how dance can carry urgent, emotional narratives in a visceral way. I can't wait to share this with audiences." View Green Video on the source website Davies commented: "It's a Sin was such a special show for me, and it's one of the greatest …

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5 standout moments from Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer - from Zendaya return to dangerous new villains
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date: 2026-03-18T13:47:48.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Movies
subject: Sci-fi
subject: Marvel Cinematic Universe (franchise)
subject: News
description: The jaw-dropping trailer has given us a lot to talk about.
encoded: Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures have done the impossible with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, evading the leaks and spoilers that plague so many comic book blockbusters to cook up a genuine surprise for fans. Even after the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer, which launched today to great excitement (and you can watch above), there are still more questions than answers about what to expect from Tom Holland's fourth solo film as the beloved superhero. Picking up after the events of 2021's No Way Home, we see Peter Parker (Holland) forced to fend for himself for the first time, after the entire world forgot he existed due to a powerful spell from Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch). In a fan-friendly move, it tears the character away from the high-tech comforts of Stark Industries, dropping him into a highly comics-accurate status quo of taking down street-level baddies in his local neighbourhood. Following a stellar first trilogy in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), there's reason to be optimistic for this bold new era, with acclaimed Shang-Chi director and Wonder Man co-creator Destin Daniel Cretton taking the reins from earlier filmmaker Jon Watts. If you're as excited as we are, you're in the right place! Here you'll find all the key takeaways from the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer broken down with expert analysis. Now, how many minutes away is July? 1. Tom Holland and Zendaya reunite After weeks of rumours regarding their marital status (not that it should matter to anyone but them), real-life couple Tom Holland and Zendaya will be relieved to have something else to talk about in their next media appearance. That is their long-awaited on-screen reunion as Peter Parker and MJ, whose relationship was sadly torn apart at the end of No Way Home, as the former made a noble sacrifice to keep the barriers between multiverses from disintegrating. A spell concocted by Doctor Strange wiped all memory of Peter from the universe, restoring his secret identity, but nullif…

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Invincible season 5 release date speculation, cast and latest news
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date: 2026-03-18T08:00:17.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: On demand
description: Don't worry, Invincible will return...
encoded: Prime Video's hit superhero animation Invincible only recently returned with its fourth season, but it hasn't taken long for attention to turn to the upcoming fifth entry. The good news is: it's happening! The streaming platform handed Invincible an advance renewal before a single episode of season 4 had launched, showing enormous confidence in the project, with all voice roles being recorded in full last summer. That savvy planning allowed the show's animators to start working their magic nice and early, with an eye to keeping the wait between seasons to an absolute minimum. In short, there's reason to be optimistic that Invincible season 5 will bring the series back to the late winter/early spring release window it has carved out in recent years – here's everything we know so far. Invincible season 5 release date speculation Invincible season 5 is confirmed to be on its way to Prime Video, although the streaming platform is yet to announce exactly when it will be released. The animated series was renewed in summer 2025, but the decision would probably have been made some time earlier, given that the new episodes had been fully recorded by the time of the announcement. The news took the form of a star-studded behind the scenes video, which saw the likes of Steven Yeun, Walton Goggins and Gillian Jacobs enjoying another unpredictable read through. View oEmbed on the source website As for when the episodes will be released, Invincible has overcome its early delays to establish a pretty consistent annual schedule, which suggests that season 5 is probably going to be streaming from February or March 2027. That's just speculation for now, though – we'll update this page when concrete details emerge. Invincible season 5 cast: New and returning <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2026/03/invincible-season-4-b95c668.jpg" width="2000" height="1333" alt="Allen The Alien (Seth Rogen), Invincible (Steven Yeun), Great Thaedus (Peter Cullen), Oli…

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Daredevil: Born Again boss explains controversial choice for Jessica Jones return
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date: 2026-03-17T16:00:42.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Disney Plus
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Dario Scardapane and Sana Amanat discussed the character's return – and whether we can expect a power upgrade.
encoded: Daredevil: Born Again showrunner Dario Scardapane has addressed a sure-to-be controversial choice for the reintroduction of Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter). Fans have already waited years for the character to reappear, following the cancellation of her Netflix series in 2019 and the subsequent absorption of certain elements into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) shows on Disney+. Alas, they're going to have to be patient for a little while longer, as Ritter's no-nonsense private investigator and vigilante is notable only by her absence in the early episodes of Daredevil: Born Again season 2. It's a creative choice that holds the potential to frustrate some viewers, but showrunner Dario Scardapane told Radio Times that it was essential to make sure the return was done right. "Jessica Jones coming into our world needed to be, for lack of a better word, part of the story," he began. "You have a situation where vigilantes are being hunted... What's the reaction that particular vigilante is going to have to being hunted?" View Green Video on the source website Scardapane continued: "If you've seen to the end of episode 4, you kind of have an idea of what's happening. We needed to get to a certain part of the story before Jessica coming in would make perfect sense." Born Again season 2 takes viewers back to New York City under the tyrannical rule of Mayor Wilson Fisk (Vincent D'Onofrio), better known by his criminal pseudonym Kingpin. Although his public image remains carefully curated, Fisk hasn't laid any of his grudges to rest, with an anti-vigilante task force being founded at the end of season 1 to keep the likes of Jessica and Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) in check. Jessica is, in theory, one of the more powerful characters on Marvel's "street-level" hero roster, although you may not have got that impression from her Netflix series, where feats of strength mainly involved breaking locks and doors. Scardapane, who previously worked on Netflix's two-season The Punisher …

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Coronation Street and more stars confirmed for special Amandaland sketch in Comic Relief
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date: 2026-03-17T15:20:08.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Amanda is rubbing shoulders with celebrities in the new sketch – but will it end in another humbling embarrassment?
encoded: Amandaland's place in the pantheon of modern sitcoms is to be cemented with an exciting sketch for Comic Relief 2026, which brings together some of TV's most notable Amandas. Series regulars Lucy Punch and Philippa Dunne will reprise the roles of snobby suburbanite Amanda and her mistreated 'best friend' Anne, in a short story that sees the duo invited to BBC Broadcasting House for an interview with Sara Cox. Alas, things don't go quite according to plan as "mix-ups, misunderstandings, and classic slapstick humour" ensue, involving other famous Amandas from across the length and breadth of British telly. Confirmed names to feature include Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, property expert Amanda Lamb, Coronation Street legend Amanda Barrie, TV presenter Amanda Byram and recent The Traitors contestant Amanda Collier. The sketch will premiere as part of the Comic Relief telethon, which commences on Friday 20th March at 7pm on BBC One, iPlayer and YouTube, with a behind-the-scenes teaser to be unveiled on Thursday night's edition of The One Show. "Doing a sketch for Comic Relief is pretty iconic, so that's a big deal," said co-star Dunne. "I'm looking forward to working with Lucy again, meeting all the Amandas, being inside the BBC building and having a nose around – not that I'll be doing that!" She continued: "Any chance to do a bit of Amanda and Anne stuff is always fun as far as I'm concerned... We just have the utmost fun when we're doing those two characters because we get to be silly, so it's really nice." Holden commented: "I am a massive, massive fan of Amandaland. We watch it religiously in our house, so it's a little bit of an out of body experience for me, especially because my name gets mentioned in the sitcom quite a bit!" Also taking part in the fun is Cox, who plays herself as one of the BBC's most trusted radio presenters, plus It's A Sin and Big Mood star Lydia West as her "overwhelmed" producer and Lucia Keskin (Things You Should Have Done) as…

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Invincible season 4 cast: Full list of actors and characters
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date: 2026-03-17T12:19:40.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Anime
subject: TV
subject: Fantasy
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: On demand
description: More brutal action and unpredictable twists await in the fourth chapter of Robert Kirkman's animated series.
encoded: Invincible is back! After only a year away from our screens, Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun) is about to be put through another gruelling ordeal in his superhero double-life. The (strictly) adult animated series has gone from strength-to-strength since its belated second season, finding a confident stride in terms of both storytelling and release pattern. Likewise, Mark himself has become a more competent and formidable hero before our eyes, having been forced to step up to the plate earlier than expected following the stunning betrayal of his father, Omni-Man (JK Simmons). Based on the comic books by The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman, Invincible has never failed to attract A-list talent to its cast – and season 4 is no exception! Lee Pace (Foundation), Danai Gurira (Black Panther) and Matthew Rhys (The Beast in Me) are making their series debuts, alongside a long list of returning favourites. If you're as excited as we are, read on to find out more about the Invincible season 4 cast. Invincible seasons 1-4 cast and characters You can find a brief guide to the Invincible cast below – and scroll on for more detailed profiles on each character and actor, including where you might have seen them before. Steven Yeun as Mark Grayson/Invincible Sandra Oh as Debbie Grayson JK Simmons as Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man Lee Pace as Thragg Danai Gurira as Universa Matthew Rhys as Dinosaurus Gillian Jacobs as Eve Wilkins/Atom Eve Andrew Rannells as William Clockwell Walton Goggins as Cecil Stedman Chris Diamantopoulos as Donald Ferguson Ross Farquand as The Immortal, Rudy Connors Jason Mantzoukas as Rex Splode Grey Griffin as Shrinking Rae Jay Pharoah as Bulletproof Ben Schwartz as The Shapesmith Kevin Michael Richardson as The Mauler Twins Mark Hamill as Art Rosenbaum Seth Rogen as Allen the Alien Clancy Brown as Damien Darkblood Sterling K Brown as Angstrom Levy Mahershala Ali as Titan Michael Dorn as Battle Beast Aaron Paul as Powerplex Simu Liu as Multi-Paul Jeffrey Dean Morgan as…

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Martin Clunes reveals key element that helped him through filming "uncomfortable" Huw Edwards drama
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date: 2026-03-17T08:00:57.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: News
description: "I don't know how I would have done it otherwise," said Clunes.
encoded: Martin Clunes has revealed that he's not sure he could have got through his "uncomfortable" scenes on Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards without one key element in place. The one-off 5 drama sees the actor portray former BBC News presenter Edwards, who was highly respected for many years, until a public scandal ended with him pleading guilty to making indecent images of children. In addition to dramatising Edwards's fall from grace, the feature-length programme will focus on how the story affected 'Ryan' (not his real name); a teenage victim of the former presenter, who is portrayed by Under Salt Marsh star Osian Morgan. Speaking to press, Clunes explained that dark stories like that of Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards "can be uncomfortable" for an actor to navigate, "but it's all part of the job and you just have to go there". "Sometimes it's harder when a role is more nebulous and you can't pin your performance on something," he continued, "but we had transcripts of text messages between Huw Edwards and Ryan, and they do appear in the script, so we breathed life into them. "It was hard towards the end of the story, hearing Osian's vulnerable voice when Edwards was bullying him, and the hurt of this boy reaching out in a sensitive way," recalled Clunes. "I didn't feel very nice at the end of those scenes." Although interactions between Edwards and Ryan took place remotely over the phone, both Clunes and Morgan were present on set for all of their scenes in order to help with each other's performance and create a sense of "intimacy". View Green Video on the source website Clunes added that, after emotionally draining moments, it was also "good to have Osian in the room to talk to afterwards". But perhaps the most important element was the pre-existing familiarity that Clunes had with the crew on Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards, which helped him to feel safe in such a challenging role. "I was working with the same camera crew that we had on [2025's ITV drama] Ou…

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Firefly animated series with original actors teased by star Nathan Fillion – but there's an obstacle to solve
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date: 2026-03-16T10:53:28.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Firefly could return as an animated series, according to star Nathan Fillion, whose production company is attempting to get a reunion show picked up
encoded: Few sci-fi shows can boast as large an impact with as few episodes as Joss Whedon's Firefly, which might finally be getting its long-awaited revival – albeit, not in the form initially imagined. The cult favourite series premiered back in 2002, introducing viewers to 26th century space captain Mal Reynolds (Nathan Fillion) and his ragtag crew, as they explore a new star system in the years following a devastating civil war. Although it only aired 11 of its 14 total episodes before original broadcaster Fox pulled the plug, Firefly has remained a cultural touchstone for sci-fi aficionados for more than two decades. The lingering enthusiasm led to a 2005 film continuation, titled Serenity, but the franchise has been limited to novels and comic books since that effort majorly underperformed at the box office. Excitingly, original star Fillion – also known for TV dramas The Rookie and Castle, plus James Gunn's Superman – announced over the weekend that an animated series was in the advanced stages of development, set between the events of Firefly and Serenity. Fillion took to panel stage at Washington DC's Awesome Con for a live podcast recording with co-stars Alan Tudyk (Andor), Gina Torres (Suits), Jewel Staite (Resident Alien), Morena Baccarin (Deadpool), Sean Maher (Arrow) and Summer Glau (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles). All of them, plus absent original co-star Adam Baldwin (The Last Ship), were attached to the developing Firefly animated series, which is being overseen by writer-producers Marc Guggenheim (of DC's now-retired Arrowverse) and Tara Butters (Agent Carter). Firefly creator and Avengers director Joss Whedon is not involved in the project, although Fillion claimed that it had his blessing. Whedon's career has been quiet since allegations of toxic work environments on his sets, which he denies. View Green Video on the source website Concept art was revealed, evidencing how far along in development the proposed series is, but there remains one cru…

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Virgin River season 7 cast: Meet the new and returning characters
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date: 2026-03-12T10:37:36.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: The community of the California town is back on our screens.
encoded: It's been well over a year since viewers found themselves transported to Virgin River and now, it's finally time as Mel and Jack get used to married life. This season, some new faces have been welcomed to town, including a couple who could shake up Virgin River in a major way, but particularly Mel and Jack as they take their first steps into adopting a baby! Showrunner Patrick Sean Smith previously said that season 7 will "explore the honeymoon phase for them as they’re building their lives on the farm, which can come with its own obstacles". And plenty of obstacles have been thrown in their way, but who is the cause of them? Read on for everything you need to know about the Virgin River cast on Netflix – but be warned, some spoilers follow for seasons 1-7. Who's in the cast of Virgin River season 7? Virgin River season 6 cast members are as follows: Alexandra Breckenridge as Melinda 'Mel' Monroe Martin Henderson as Jack Sheridan Annette O'Toole as Hope McCrea Tim Matheson as Doc Mullins Benjamin Hollingsworth as Dan Brady Zibby Allen as Brie Colin Lawrence as Preacher Sarah Dugdale as Lizzie Kai Bradbury as Denny Cutler Mark Ghanimé as Dr Cameron Hayek Kandyse McClure as Kaia Bryant Elise Gatien as Lark Teryl Rothery as Muriel Gwynyth Walsh as Jo Ellen Nicola Cavendish as Connie David Cubitt as Calvin Marco Grazzini as Mike Lauren Hammersley as Charmaine Roberts Jessica Rothe - Young Sarah Callum Kerr - Young Everett John Allen Nelson - Everett Rachel Drance - Marley Sara Canning - Victoria Cody Kearsley - Clay Austin Nichols - Eli Matty Finochio - Tony Read on for everything you need to know about the stars and who they portray... Alexandra Breckenridge plays Melinda 'Mel' Monroe Who is Melinda 'Mel' Monroe? Melinda is a nurse and midwife who moves to the remote town of Virgin River, California, for a fresh start away from her painful memories. She has since become romantically involved with local man Jack Sheridan, with the two now engaged to be married! What els…

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For all Mankind season 5 release date, cast, trailer, latest news
type: item
date: 2026-03-11T15:44:39.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Apple TV
subject: On demand
description: The alternate history drama has hooked a loyal fanbase.
encoded: Season 5 of For All Mankind is almost upon us, with humanity on the brink of a brand-new frontier as deeper exploration of the solar system becomes a reality. The latest instalment in the alternate 21st-century timeline also ushers in a growing interplanetary conflict between the Happy Valley colony and the nations of Earth, while a brand-new generation takes centre stage. "Our fascination with the Soviet space programme has grown with every season of For All Mankind," said executive producers Matt Wolpert and Ben Nedivi. "The more we learned about this secret city in the forests outside Moscow, where Soviet cosmonauts and engineers worked and lived, the more we wanted to tell this story of the other side of the space race." "We could not be more excited to continue building out the alternate history universe of For All Mankind with our partners at Apple and Sony." Ahead of the upcoming return mission to Mars, here’s our debrief for For All Mankind season 5. For All Mankind season 5 release date The countdown to launch is officially underway, as the fifth instalment of the hit sci-fi show lands on Apple TV+ on Friday 27 March 2026. For All Mankind season 5 will consist of ten episodes, which will be released weekly, with the series continuing through to the season finale on Friday 29 May 2026. New episodes are typically available to watch from 8am UK time on the streaming service. What will For All Mankind season 5 be about? The next entry jumps another decade into the future to 2012, with the fallout of the Goldilocks asteroid heist further deepening the interplanetary friction, as the trailer teases a growing conflict between the two factions. Happy Valley - the growing base on Mars - is now a bustling colony fighting for independence after acquiring a certain valuable asteroid in the season four finale. And yet, there’s a revolution brewing on the red planet, with an elderly Ed Baldwin (Joel Kinnaman) encouraging his grandson Alex Baldwin (Sean Kaufman) to rally …

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One Piece season 3 release date speculation, cast and latest news
type: item
date: 2026-03-10T08:00:54.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: Production has started, with new recruits including a familiar face from the DC Universe.
encoded: Netflix's epic anime adaptation One Piece will continue for more wild and wacky adventures, with fans only hoping for a shorter wait on their hands this time around. The second season, subtitled Into the Grand Line, has just launched on the streaming platform, sending Monkey D Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) and his crew into an exciting adventure – including their first brushes with the gang known as Baroque Works. That's just the beginning, though, as fans of the incredibly long (and still ongoing) One Piece anime will be all too aware of (live-action co-star Mackenyu recently indicated that Netflix's adaptation, unsurprisingly, has an earlier endpoint in mind). Despite the long break between episodes, the streamer has remained very confident in One Piece, as proven by its decision to announce a third season many months before the second was due. If you're excited to find out what's in store, read on for everything we know so far about One Piece season 3 on Netflix. One Piece season 3 release date speculation One Piece season 3 is confirmed to be on its way to Netflix, although the streamer is yet to announce when exactly the new episodes will drop. The show was handed an early renewal in August 2025, and cameras started rolling three months later in Cape Town, South Africa. This effective head-start could help bring down the lengthy production gap between seasons 1 and 2, which topped two-and-a-half years, caused in part by the strikes that gripped Hollywood for much of 2023. As a result, we predict that One Piece season 3 could sail onto our screens in late 2027 or early 2028 – but that's merely speculation for now! We'll update this page when concrete details emerge. One Piece season 3 cast: New and returning One Piece season 3 will once again star Iñaki Godoy as Monkey D Luffy, leader of the Straw Hat Pirates, whose crew consists of Roronoa Zoro (Mackenyu), Nami (Emily Rudd), Usopp (Jacob Romero), and Sanji (Taz Skylar). The show's wider universe continues to grow too, wi…

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People Just Do Nothing creators tease potential return for Kurupt FM characters
type: item
date: 2026-03-06T14:21:49.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: People Just Do Nothing is currently competing in Radio Times' greatest modern comedy poll – but could a new chapter be on the cards for Kurupt FM?
encoded: The creators of People Just Do Nothing have addressed the possibility of their Kurupt FM characters returning in a "new format". The hit BBC series, which originally ran from 2014 to 2018, follows a group of amateur garage artists – led by the comically self-aggrandising MC Grindah (Allan 'Seapa' Mustafa) – running a pirate radio station out of west London. Co-creators Steve Stamp and Asim Chaudhry, who devised the show alongside Mustafa and Hugo Chegwin, spoke to Radio Times as People Just Do Nothing was shortlisted in our greatest modern British comedy poll (voting is open now, until 24 March). Chaudhry attributed the show's resonance to its "conventional sitcom characters," who were instantly recognisable to all viewers regardless of their familiarity with garage music – and teased that they could live on in future projects. "The show has finished," said Chaudhry. "But I think, if the idea is strong enough, then the characters can return." Stamp echoed that opinion, revealing that the creators have "talked about a few different ideas" for reusing their Kurupt FM personas, but they want to avoid anything that could be perceived as "lazy". "It feels like there's a standard that we have to uphold for our fans," he explained. "We've done the big goodbye [in season 5], and then we've done the film [2021's Big in Japan]. "There was a sort of emotional ending to that, so we didn't want to immediately come back and start doing more stuff, because that feels like we're not staying true to the story." What is the greatest modern British TV comedy? Vote in Radio Times' poll Of course, the team has previously experimented with bringing their Kurupt FM characters into other mediums, such as 2022's live tour and a three-season Audible podcast – and it seems likely that won't be the end of it. "There's definitely life in all of the characters," concluded Stamp. "It's just choosing the right way to continue the legacy or to expand the world." One thing is for sure, Chaudhry won'…

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I interviewed TV comedy's biggest stars – and here's how to write a hit sitcom
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date: 2026-03-06T07:00:44.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
description: The ingredients of a potential classic, outlined by Lisa McGee, Asim Chaudhry, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mackenzie Crook, Rob Delaney – and more!
encoded: I've spent the last few months trying to convince the country that British comedy isn't dead. To say it's been an uphill struggle would be underselling it, but to be fair, my competition is a tad more prolific. My journey began shortly after John Cleese declared, in an interview with Radio Times, that the once-great genre had popped its clogs – and the BBC was standing over its body holding a bloody knife. "The people in charge now have no idea at all," he concluded, in an indictment of our public broadcaster. "The writers deserve better than this. The British people deserve better than this." In his view, the BBC had not produced a decent comedy since The Office (which ended in 2003). Now, far be it from me to correct the creator of Fawlty Towers, but this struck me as a patently ridiculous claim. Six months on, a cursory glance at the shortlisted contenders in Radio Times' greatest modern comedy poll should decisively prove otherwise (and yes, voting is still open, by the way). It is true, however, that the comedy genre faces serious challenges: audiences are more fragmented than ever, personal tastes are thoroughly polarised and funding seems to evaporate into thin air. Earlier this week, I explained why a renewed focus on quality long-running sitcoms could help reverse those money woes. Now, it's time to think about how to make one – and for that, I've gathered some advice from those who've done it before. 1. Be specific – it won't scare people off When crafting a sitcom intended to have mass appeal, your inclination might be to think of a setting as generic as possible to avoid alienating viewers with something that they don't instantly recognise. It's an understandable, but misguided notion. On the contrary, the premise is where you can be as granularly specific as you like, so long as there is an access point for the uninitiated. Friday Night Dinner creator Robert Popper describes it as having a clear idea of what your show is "really" about, under the surfac…

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Award-winning Netflix drama unveils first look at second season with all-new A-list cast
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date: 2026-03-05T17:42:21.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Can this 'beef' really be even juicier than the first?
encoded: Netflix has dropped the first teaser trailer for Beef season 2 – and it looks like that three-year wait was worth it. The new episodes kick off when "a Gen Z couple witnesses an alarming fight between their Millennial boss and his wife," setting in motion a chain of events that neither could possibly have predicted. The story is an all-new direction for the drama anthology, which began in April 2023, with a critically-acclaimed feud between wealthy businesswoman Amy (Ali Wong) and struggling contractor Danny (Steven Yeun). Both stars walked away with Emmys, Golden Globes and Actor Awards (formerly SAG Awards), which naturally made the lead characters in season 2 of great interest to Hollywood's A-listers. Ultimately, the four roles went to Cailee Spaeny (Wake Up Dead Man) and Charles Melton (Warfare), as the younger couple, with Oscar Isaac (Frankenstein) and Carey Mulligan (The Ballad of Wallis Island) as their older rivals. You can get an intriguing introduction to their characters in Beef season 2's cryptic teaser trailer. Watch here, and catch all episodes on Netflix from Thursday 16 April 2026. View oEmbed on the source website The synopsis for the new episodes explains: "Newly-engaged Ashley Miller (Spaeny) and Austin Davis (Melton), both lower-level staff at a country club, become entangled in the unraveling marriage of their general manager, Joshua Martín (Isaac), and his wife, Lindsay Crane-Martín (Mulligan). "Through favours and coercion, both couples vie for the approval of the elitist club's billionaire owner, Chairwoman Park (Youn Yuh Jung), who struggles to manage her own scandal involving her second husband, Doctor Kim (Song Kang Ho)." Although the on-camera talent has changed, Beef season 2 has again been dreamt up by series creator and head writer Lee Sung Jin, with season 1's executive producer (and subsequent Thunderbolts* filmmaker) Jake Schreier also returning. Beef season 2 is coming soon to Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netf…

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Jane Austen-inspired BBC drama The Other Bennet Sister gets release date confirmed in new trailer
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date: 2026-03-05T15:24:17.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Ella Bruccoleri, Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant are among the starry cast.
encoded: The Other Bennet Sister finally has its confirmed premiered launch date on BBC One and iPlayer, with the picturesque Jane Austen-inspired period drama to arrive just in time for spring. Based on Janice Hadlow's novel of the same name, the series follows the "overlooked" character of Mary Bennet (played by Call the Midwife's Ella Bruccoleri), who first appeared in a smaller capacity in Austen's literary classic Pride & Prejudice. Now, she takes centre stage in a story that overlaps with the events of Pride & Prejudice, in addition to imagining what came next, with Mary embarking "on a very different path" to her sisters, who "pursue romance and social triumph". The Other Bennet Sister will premiere on BBC One at 8pm on Sunday 15 March 2026, with a double-bill to air on broadcast television that night, while all episodes will be streaming as a box set on iPlayer from that very same date. The BBC has also unveiled a brand new trailer, previewing what viewers can expect – you can watch it below. View oEmbed on the source website Sharing some details on what to expect, the synopsis reads: "Leaving Longbourn behind, Mary travels to London to live with her aunt and uncle, Mr and Mrs Gardiner, in their elegant home on Gracechurch Street. "There, she begins a journey of self-discovery." Hadlow praised the performance of The Other Bennet Sister's "wonderful" lead actor Bruccoleri (Down Cemetery Road, Bridgerton), promising that she plays the role of Mary with "such feeling". Screenwriter Sarah Quintrell (The Power) added: "Exploring Jane Austen's world through the eyes of Mary Bennet for the first time has been a joyful experience – and our incredible cast have added a whole new layer of life to these characters. "Our story is set in a familiar and much-loved world, but we're coming at it from a completely new angle. Mary's story is about coming of age when you're the odd one out – how do you find your place in the world? <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/vo…

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British TV desperately needs something it has rarely achieved for the comedy genre to thrive
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creator: David Craig
subject: App
subject: App features
description: It's time to end the stigma around long-running sitcoms.
encoded: Click here to vote in RT's poll for the greatest modern British comedies. There are plenty of words that you could use to describe British sitcoms: silly, sarcastic, sympathetic, or even sad. But arguably the most consequential of modern times is 'short'. The limited runs exemplified by Fawlty Towers and The Office, both of which bowed out after a dozen or so episodes, has seemingly become the favoured model by today's writers and commissioners. Take a look at the shortlist in RT's greatest modern British sitcom poll and you'll find many more recent examples, including Big Boys, Derry Girls, Fleabag, Car Share, W1A and After Life. The average number of lifetime episodes per show in the entire line-up is... a rather modest 21. For context, that's one shy of a single traditional season of US network telly (admittedly, those have shrunk lately due to the shift towards streaming). On the other hand, only five adult-oriented British sitcoms have ever topped 100 episodes: The Army Game (1957-61), Last of the Summer Wine (1973-2010), Birds of a Feather (1989-2020), My Family (2000-11) and Not Going Out (2006-present). That milestone has been far more frequently surpassed in the US, across both comedy and drama, in large part due to lucrative syndication deals that kick in from around that point. You need only look at the eye-watering sums paid out for the likes of Seinfeld, Friends and The Office (US) – hint: hundreds of millions of dollars each(!) – to see the benefit that this approach can have in its most extreme cases. Now, I'd be the last person to suggest that we follow the Americans down every path they tread. But in this case, the British industry's reluctance (or inability) to produce long-running, bankable comedies is a factor challenging the genre at large. The point was brought to my attention in a recent RT interview with Big Boys creator Jack Rooke, who argued that the brevity of a typical Britcom is both a blessing and a curse for our country's cultural foot…

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DC releases Lanterns trailer and fans are divided on its gritty approach to comic book material
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date: 2026-03-05T11:42:28.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: HBO Max
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Let's just say, there's a reason they dropped 'green' from the title...
encoded: DC Studios has dropped a first look trailer at sci-fi detective series Lanterns – and its generating spirited debate online. The series follows Green Lantern Corps veteran Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) as he trains up incoming recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), while the pair unravel the dark mystery at the heart of a Nebraskan town. Announced in January 2023 as part of writer-director James Gunn's new vision for Warner Bros' shared DC Universe, Lanterns was always said to be drawing inspiration from HBO crime drama True Detective. However, many fans have expressed shock on social media over just how heavily the project is leaning in that direction, while seemingly discarding the bold sci-fi elements and bright colour palette that defines a typical Green Lantern comic book. A particular source of derision and disdain has been the first glimpse at Hal's costume (see image, above), which is a very dark, muted shade of green – and draped rather mundanely over a plastic coat hanger. Of course, a more vibrant take on the Green Lantern universe was rejected by mainstream audiences in 2011, when a since-disowned film adaptation starring Ryan Reynolds failed critically and commercially. So, this more grounded approach to the material isn't entirely without reason. You can judge DC Studios' Lanterns trailer for yourself by tuning in to the teaser below, which teases a premiere in August. View oEmbed on the source website Chandler bagged the role of Hal Jordan in 2024, after original choice Josh Brolin (Weapons) turned it down, while Pierre became the clear fan-favourite to play John Stewart following the success of his Netflix action flick Rebel Ridge. Line of Duty and Trainspotting alum Kelly Macdonald co-stars as the sheriff of the town where their investigation takes place, while Nathan Fillion will reprise the role of Guy Gardner, another Green Lantern, from Superman and Peacemaker season 2. Lanterns is co-created by Damon Lindelof (HBO's Watchmen), Chris Mundy (Ozark) an…

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British TV desperately needs something it has rarely achieved for the comedy genre to thrive
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date: 2026-03-04T12:00:32.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: It's time to end the stigma around long-running sitcoms.
encoded: There are plenty of words that you could use to describe British sitcoms: silly, sarcastic, sympathetic, or even sad. But arguably the most consequential of modern times is 'short'. The limited runs exemplified by Fawlty Towers and The Office, both of which bowed out after a dozen or so episodes, has seemingly become the favoured model by today's writers and commissioners. Take a look at the shortlist in Radio Times' greatest modern British sitcom poll and you'll find many more recent examples, including Big Boys, Derry Girls, Fleabag, Car Share, W1A and After Life. The average number of lifetime episodes per show in the entire line-up is... a rather modest 21. For context, that's one shy of a single traditional season of US network telly (admittedly, those have shrunk lately due to the shift towards streaming). On the other hand, only five adult-oriented British sitcoms have ever topped 100 episodes: The Army Game (1957-61), Last of the Summer Wine (1973-2010), Birds of a Feather (1989-2020), My Family (2000-11) and Not Going Out (2006-present). That milestone has been far more frequently surpassed in the US, across both comedy and drama, in large part due to lucrative syndication deals that kick in from around that point. You need only look at the eye-watering sums paid out for the likes of Seinfeld, Friends and The Office (US) – hint: hundreds of millions of dollars each(!) – to see the benefit that this approach can have in its most extreme cases. Now, I'd be the last person to suggest that we follow the Americans down every path they tread. But in this case, the British industry's reluctance (or inability) to produce long-running, bankable comedies is a factor challenging the genre at large. The point was brought to my attention in a recent Radio Times interview with Big Boys creator Jack Rooke, who argued that the brevity of a typical Britcom is both a blessing and a curse for our country's cultural footprint. View Green Video on the source website "Yes, there…

Alan Carr reveals whether we can expect acting career pivot after Changing Ends and Celebrity Traitors success
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date: 2026-03-04T10:43:56.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: ITVX
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: The comic also revealed key influences on his sitcom – and why writing it was a "challenge".
encoded: Alan Carr has firmly ruled out a pivot into acting, despite his recent success on both ITV1 sitcom Changing Ends and BBC One's deception-based game show The Celebrity Traitors. In both cases, the comic has convincingly played versions of himself, acting as an on-screen commentator of events from his childhood in the former, while accentuating his public persona to evade suspicion in the latter. Despite these runaway successes, Carr told Radio Times that he has no ambition to pursue an acting career, after Changing Ends was shortlisted in our greatest modern comedy poll (voting is open now, until Tuesday 24th March). "I don't know how actors do it: You sit in, basically, a portaloo with a mirror in it, and then you're called to set, you do your lines, and then you go back," he shared. "I have no desire to be in a sitcom. My thing is stand-up comedy," continued Carr, addressing options beyond Changing Ends. "I love it – wham, bam, thank you, ma'am, tell your jokes and go home!" Reflecting on the success of Changing Ends, which recently aired its third season and has a fourth on the way, Carr explained that he sought to make a "traditional" sitcom with a more family-friendly approach than his stand-up sets. "When I wrote it, I deliberately didn't put any swearing in or anything uncomfortable or rude," he explained. "I wanted a bona fide sitcom like I used to enjoy when I was growing up, that I would sit down with my family [to watch]. What is the greatest modern British TV comedy? Vote in Radio Times' poll "I wanted to push myself and not have a swear word as a punch line. I wanted it to be good, old fashioned jokes that resonate with people. It was a challenge to myself, because if you've seen my stand up, you'll know I can be a little bit potty-mouthed!" Carr added that he wanted his own working-class upbringing to be represented in Changing Ends, citing Only Fools and Horses and Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights as influential earlier shows with a similar kind of authentic…

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Spooks and Marvel legends confirmed for all-new adaptation of beloved classic with "striking contemporary edge"
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date: 2026-03-03T17:39:00.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: News
subject: On demand
subject: Paramount Plus
description: The "bold and atmospheric reimagining" is currently in the works for Paramount+ UK.
encoded: Classic adventure story Treasure Island will be reimagined as a "high-stakes coming-of-age" series for a "new generation", with David Oyelowo (Spooks) and Hayley Atwell (Marvel's Agent Carter) set to star. Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's legendary novel, the upcoming adaptation will chart "the transformation of teenager Jim Hawkins from sheltered boy to emboldened young pirate". Jim will be played by rising star Tom Sweet, who you may have spotted as a young Pip in Steven Knight's Great Expectations, with Oyelowo taking on the role of the "charming [yet] terrifying" veteran pirate Long John Silver. Mission: Impossible and rumoured Avengers: Doomsday cast member Atwell co-stars as Jim's mother, Bess, whose "clever and decisive actions leave him holding valuable knowledge that puts both of their lives in danger". Rounding out the Treasure Island cast is Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire) as duplicitous British agent Aaron Graham and Tomer Capone (The Boys) as jaded seaman Billy Bones. The synopsis teases: "Jim has to grow up fast as he and his mother fight for survival on a voyage where alliances shift, secrets multiply and peril closes in from all sides. "Set across the Atlantic, in a Caribbean on the brink of revolution and on the terrifying Skeleton Island, the series tracks Jim as he confronts a world far more complex and dangerous than he ever imagined, where resilience, loyalty and identity are tested – and fortune is the prize." Treasure Island is a co-production between streaming platforms Paramount+, where it will stream in the UK, and the Amazon-owned MGM+, which will take the US rights. Paramount UK's deputy chief content officer Sebastian Cardwell commented: "Treasure Island is a bold and atmospheric reimagining of a story that has captivated audiences for generations. "This adaptation brings fresh emotional depth and a striking contemporary edge to Stevenson's classic." The series is created by McDonald & Dodds scribe Robert Murphy, with directors Jeremy…

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Ghosts feature film The Possession of Button House reveals new competition with "truly extraordinary" prize for fans
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date: 2026-03-03T17:08:34.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Button House is opening its doors for a limited number of lucky fans – here's what you need to know.
encoded: Ghosts fans have the chance to visit the set of upcoming film The Possession of Button House, courtesy of West Horsley Place. The Surrey-based estate has played host to the BBC's hit comedy since it began back in 2019, with its large manor house doubling for the decaying home of Alison (Charlotte Ritchie) and Mike (Kiell Smith-Bynoe). The cast and crew are currently back together for Ghosts feature film The Possession of Button House, which was recently announced to the delight of fans around the world. A limited number of those fans can now enter for the chance to visit the set during a break in filming on either Saturday 21 or Sunday 22 March 2026 (no other dates will be available, so make sure you're free before entering!). West Horsley Place have allotted time for 100 winners to enjoy the "truly extraordinary" visit across those two days, with each ticket permitting entry for the holder and up to three guests. Things to be aware of are that the Ghosts cast will not be present due to a break in filming, and photography won't be allowed during the tour due to a risk of spoilers for the hotly anticipated new story. Entries to the competition can be purchased for £25 via West Horsley Place's website until midnight on Sunday 15 March, or alternatively, a free postal entry can be sent. Winners will be notified within 48 hours of the closing date. The competition is open to UK residents aged 18 or over, but the guests of each adult winner can be of any age, meaning any junior Ghosts enthusiasts would be able to tag along with a lucky adult guardian. The tours are estimated to last for between 90 minutes and two hours, with staggered slots to be assigned between 9:30am and 4:15pm. View Green Video on the source website "Every paid entry will help support West Horsley Place's charitable work, contributing directly to the care, conservation, and protection of this remarkable historic building," the organisers said in the announcement. "This is a rare opportunity to glimps…

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Toast of London's Matt Berry reveals why he fears another revival for the wacky sitcom
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date: 2026-03-03T15:36:09.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Toast has been notably absent since his 2022 trip to Tinseltown.
encoded: Matt Berry has cast doubt on the possibility of another revival for his cult favourite sitcom Toast of London. The series followed aloof actor Steven Toast (Berry) as he navigated an often surreal distortion of London's showbiz scene, including tedious voiceover gigs and frequent bust-ups with his bitter rival, Ray Purchase (Harry Peacock). Toast of London premiered on Channel 4 in October 2013, only a month after The IT Crowd's final episode, which also starred Berry, making it a natural follow-up watch for fans of oddball humour. Ultimately, the show bowed out after three seasons, but received a surprise second life during the COVID-19 pandemic, when it returned with a series of lockdown-era audio skits, which paved the way for a full revival as Toast of Tinseltown. The Hollywood-set sequel drew on Berry's connections from high-profile US work – most notably, What We Do in the Shadows – boasting roles or cameos for the likes of Rashida Jones, Larry David, Paul Rudd and Homer Simpson, among others. Berry gave Radio Times his thoughts on resurrecting the dormant character once again, after Toast of London was shortlisted in our greatest modern British comedy poll (voting is open until Tuesday 24th March). "The main positive of it would be that I'm about the age that Steven Toast always was, and kind of should have been," he explained. "Right from the get go, he was in his late 40s and I was in, I think, my 30s when I first started to play him. "But there's just been crazy work things that have happened since that I didn't expect – and I'm incredibly thankful for. There just hasn't really been any time to think about that character again." View Green Video on the source website In addition to vampire mockumentary What We Do in the Shadows, which ran for six acclaimed seasons, Berry has also bagged roles in Netflix's Disenchantment, Disney's The Book of Boba Fett, Dreamworks' The Wild Robot and Prime Video's Fallout. On Toast of London, Berry wondered aloud whether "t…

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The Marlow Murder Club season 3 first-look trailer sees beloved Doctor Who star return amid flurry of guest stars
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date: 2026-03-03T11:00:40.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: Three more cases are opening up – including one that tears at the very fabric of the close-knit club.
encoded: The Marlow Murder Club season 3 is coming to U&Drama this month, with a first-look trailer showing the gang back in action alongside a cavalcade of guest stars. The series follows a trio of amateur investigators – retired archaeologist Judith Potts (Samantha Bond), dog walker Suzie Harris (Doctor Who's Jo Martin), and vicar’s wife Becks Starling (Cara Horgan) – who become invaluable assets to now-Detective Inspector Tanika Malik (Natalie Dew). Based on the novels by Death in Paradise creator Robert Thorogood, The Marlow Murder Club has become a standout title in the 'cosy crime' craze currently gripping British telly, with the next episodes shaping up to be another bunch of crowd-pleasers. The synopsis, courtesy of UKTV, teases: "From the sudden death of the town's beloved mayor – the nicest man in Marlow – to a celebrity chef found dead at the launch of his cookbook with half the town in attendance, the team will be working under the watchful eye of the Marlow community. "They'll also be called to action at a university reunion in an eerie manor house where, in a surprising twist, Becks finds herself amongst the suspects. Could this case threaten our amateur sleuths' roles as civilian advisors?" If you're suitably intrigued, check out The Marlow Murder Club season 3 trailer right here: View oEmbed on the source website Previous images have shown off guest stars Peter Davison (Doctor Who) and Jacqueline Boatswain (After the Flood), with Nigel Harman (Eastenders), Sarah Alexander (Art Detectives), Tony Gardner (Last Tango in Halifax) and Jason Merrells (Waterloo Road) to join them in the first two-parter. Later episodes boast appearances from Harry Enfield (The Windsors), Cherie Lunghi (Strike), Adrian Lukis (SAS Rogue Heroes) and Alastair Mackenzie (Andor). Meanwhile, the returning regulars include Hugh Quarshie (Professor Darius Gifford), Phill Langhorne (DC Brendan Perry), Holli Dempsey (DC Alice Hackett) and Tijan Sarr (DC Jason Kennedy). In our The Marlow Murder…

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The Lady true story: How Sarah Ferguson's dresser Jane Andrews became a killer
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date: 2026-03-01T10:17:21.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: The gripping four-part drama depicts events leading up to the headline-making crime – and its devastating aftermath.
encoded: With the help of the creators of The Crown, ITV is examining the shocking true crime case of Jane Andrews, a former employee of Sarah Ferguson who was convicted of murder. The Lady, which continues tonight on ITV1, tells the life story of Jane Andrews (played by Mia McKenna-Bruce), who went from a relatively poor home in Grimsby to the opulence of Buckingham Palace after becoming a dresser to the then-Duchess of York (Natalie Dormer). Their friendship continued throughout Ferguson's divorce from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, but fizzled out not long after, leaving Andrews bereft at losing access to the royal world. Just a few short years later, Ferguson would be contacted by police about the whereabouts of her earlier confidante, whose boyfriend had been found dead in his west London home. This is the true story that inspired ITV drama The Lady. The Lady true story: How Sarah Ferguson's dresser Jane Andrews became a killer ITV drama The Lady tells the life story of Jane Andrews, who rose from humble origins to the privileged position of Sarah Ferguson's dresser. But years later, events took a dark turn. Andrews was born in April 1967 to a working-class family, who spent her early years in Cleethorpes before moving to Grimsby due to financial difficulties. Although she performed well at school initially, her academic life took a dip in her teenage years as severe mental health issues arose, causing her to attempt to take her own life at the age of just 15. Andrews recovered from the incident and later found her passion studying fashion at Grimsby College, which led to a job as a sales assistant in a local Marks & Spencer store. By the age of 21, she was itching for a new opportunity, which came from an anonymous job advert in The Lady – a historic women's magazine which ceased publication last year – seeking a dresser for an unnamed individual. That person later turned out to be none other than Sarah Ferguson, then-Duchess of York. Andrews secured the job in the summer…

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The Lady cast and their real-life counterparts: Who stars in ITV's drama?
type: item
date: 2026-03-01T10:02:50.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
description: Inspired by true events, the new miniseries explores a shocking murder with a royal connection.
encoded: The Lady is ITV's latest drama offering, telling the story of convicted murderer Jane Andrews, featuring BAFTA Rising Star winner Mia McKenna Bruce (Agatha Christie's Seven Dials) in the leading role. Andrews became the subject of great media interest in September 2000, when she killed her boyfriend, Thomas Cressman (Ed Speleers), before going on the run for several days. Besides the shocking nature of the crime itself, Andrews had previously been a staff member and close confidante to Sarah Ferguson (Natalie Dormer), then known as the Duchess of York (a title she has since stopped using). Andrews had parted ways with Ferguson a few years earlier, but her connection to the Royal Family was a prominent angle of news coverage – and, according to Thomas's brother, Rick, it's the main reason why the case continues to be examined. The four-parter from the creators of The Crown available as a box set on ITVX, airs its third episode Sunday 1st March in which "Jane starts to unravel and a make-or-break holiday has disastrous consequences". This dramatisation of the true story was written and produced prior to the release of old emails from Ferguson to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which have been the source of outrage and criticism in recent weeks. The Lady co-star Dormer, who portrays Ferguson, has chosen not to promote the show or accept her salary, which she instead donated to charities supporting victims of child abuse. Read on for an overview of The Lady cast as the series premieres on ITV1 and ITVX. The Lady cast: Who stars in ITV's drama? Here's a round-up of the key players in The Lady cast – read on for more detailed profiles on each character and the actor playing them, including where you might have seen them before. Mia McKenna-Bruce as Jane Andrews Natalie Dormer as Sarah, Duchess of York Ed Speleers as Thomas Cressman Philip Glenister as DCI Keith Douglas Stephanie Street as DS Smart Claire Skinner as June Andrews Laura Aikman as Francesca Ophelia Lov…

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Netflix's "gripping" new detective drama based on "legendary" Jo Nesbø books gets first-look trailer
type: item
date: 2026-02-26T16:59:05.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: A Nordic noir favourite is getting a second chance at screen success.
encoded: Netflix has dropped an intense trailer for its upcoming adaptation Jo Nesbø's Detective Hole, which boasts a cast led by familiar faces from The Last Kingdom and Apple TV's For All Mankind. Harry Hole (Tobias Santelmann) is a Norwegian sleuth featured in more than a dozen novels by the prolific author, including The Bat, The Snowman and, most recently, 2023's Killing Moon. The character previously made a botched live-action debut in 2017's film adaptation of The Snowman, where he was played by Michael Fassbender. Unfortunately, the feature got a brutal drubbing by critics and flopped at the box office. It would be fair to say, then, that the bar has been set rather low for this redux, but Netflix's Detective Hole looks to clear it confidently with its faithful and atmospheric approach. For starters, they actually cast a Norwegian in the lead role! Santelmann is probably best known to UK-based viewers from The Last Kingdom, playing the noble warrior Ragnar across the first three seasons of the historical drama. In Detective Hole season 1, which is based on the novel The Devil's Star, he'll be facing off against For All Mankind and Peacemaker star Joel Kinnaman, who plays corrupt cop Tom Waaler – you can see both in action in the first-look trailer here: View oEmbed on the source website "Harry Hole isn't just another detective – he is a character readers around the world have lived with for almost 30 years, and I am grateful for the opportunity to bring him to the screen," said Santelmann. "I approached this role with deep respect for Jo Nesbø's work and for the audience that has followed Harry for so long... I hope we’ve created something that feels true to the spirit of the books while also standing on its own." Co-star Kinnaman commented: "Filming in Oslo, the city so deeply woven into Jo Nesbø's novels, brings an authenticity to the series that's impossible to replicate. "Collaborating closely with Jo to explore this darker side of Harry’s world has been a reward…

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Scream 7: Release date and latest cast news
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date: 2026-02-26T16:15:09.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Movies
subject: Contains Trailer
description: Fans of the franchise have weathered some major changes.
encoded: It's not an exaggeration to say that Scream 7 has had a rocky road to cinema screens – with the controversial firing of Melissa Barrera and the exit of original director Christopher Landon leading to a a creative overhaul of the project. The film now arrives in UK cinemas this weekend and the review embargo has just lifted, so was it worth the wait? Well, that depends on who you ask. At the time of writing, the film sits on just 43 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes after 37 reviews, the weakest score for the franchise in its history. That said, our own Radio Times review came down largely on the positive side, awarding it 3 stars and declaring that despite "faults, plot holes and a dubious ending" the slasher franchise "still has its pleasures". The film sees original franchise star Neve Campbell (The Lincoln Lawyer) back in the lead role as Sidney Prescott after she sat out the last film due to a pay dispute, while Courteney Cox also reprises her role as Gale Weathers. If you're intrigued to see where the horror film series is headed now, here's everything we know about Scream 7. Scream 7 release date Scream 7 will be released in cinemas on Friday 27th February 2026, as was confirmed by writer-director Kevin Williamson and star Neve Campbell in a joint post on Instagram, Williamson celebrated the start of filming on Instagram on Wednesday 7th January 2025, sharing an image of Scream 7's first clapperboard despite admitting that he's "not supposed" to be talking about the film yet. "I hope Spyglass and Paramount will forgive me but when you have one of the best days of your life it's really hard to keep it to yourself," he wrote. "What an extraordinary day I had working with an amazing and talented cast and crew." Williamson continued: "They brought their A game and had my back every step of the way. I'm so very grateful for this opportunity and to Wes Craven who was on my mind through it all. The profound impact he has had on my life and career is endless." Scream 7 cast…

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5 confirms "powerful" true crime drama which will depict Kate McCann interrogation following Madeleine McCann disappearance
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date: 2026-02-26T11:11:13.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: News
description: The feature-length drama is one half of a new anthology series.
encoded: A new 5 drama will investigate moments in high-profile criminal investigations "when the victims themselves become the prime suspects", with the first episode to focus on Kate McCann in the months after the disappearance of her daughter, Madeleine. Laura Bayston (Slow Horses, Casualty) will portray the devastated mother during a particularly dark period in July 2007, when she was questioned as a suspect by Portuguese police and subsequently became engulfed by a negative "global media narrative". The synopsis, courtesy of 5, recounts: "What started innocently enough quickly turned hostile – police told Kate that they no longer believed her and would be considering her an 'arguida' (formal suspect). "Detectives told her they had evidence that would prove her involvement in the disappearance, and that if she didn't confess she would face murder charges... It's the story of every parent's nightmare, somehow getting worse." The 90-minute standalone drama is based on official police material, documentary evidence and recorded testimony, highlighting how "flawed evidence" led to the interrogation and created a "false legacy" that persisted for many years after. Portuguese police officially confirmed the following year that Kate and husband Gerry McCann, who had always denied any involvement in Madeleine's disappearance, were no longer suspects. Dan Louw, commissioning editor at 5, said: "This fantastic film goes where the cameras couldn't – behind the closed doors of the interview room – to create a deeply moving drama from documentary evidence. "Suspect: Kate McCann is one of the most tense, moving and shocking films you will see this year. I cannot praise the writing, directing and acting enough – especially a star-making turn from Laura Bayston as Kate McCann." The Kate McCann episode of Suspect is written by Philip Ralph (Einstein and the Bomb, Doctors) and directed by Paula Wittig (Sharon & Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home). The anthology will continue with Suspect: The Roa…

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W1A creator hails David Tennant's "ludicrous" narration – and teases "very different" Twenty Twenty Six
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date: 2026-02-25T13:58:34.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: The prolific star will narrate the many more gaffes of Ian Fletcher's next chapter.
encoded: W1A and Twenty Twelve creator John Morton has praised the work of TV legend David Tennant in the hit sitcoms, while teasing his "utterly delightful" return in the imminent follow-up Twenty Twenty Six. Hugh Bonneville stars in the trilogy of shows as senior executive Ian Fletcher, who often finds himself cornered into farcical situations by his colleagues and his own self-interested actions. Ian's career is presented to viewers in the form of a 'mockumentary', with Tennant taking an off-screen role as its narrator, lending his authoritative voice to some truly daft scene-setting lines. Following W1A's inclusion in Radio Times's poll to find the greatest modern British sitcom (vote now!), Morton looked back on the workplace comedy and the impact of Tennant's understated contribution. He explained that scripting the narration is less "technically complicated" than the show's fast-paced dialogue, which is packed with filler words and cross-talk, but Tennant elevates it to be just as punchy and memorable. "He's utterly brilliant," said Morton. "He knows exactly where the line is. When he's got something particularly silly to say... if you say it as a joke, it just doesn't work, but if you say it without any comedy at all, it goes 'clunk'. "David manages to tread that line to let you enjoy the ludicrousness of what he's saying without him pointing at it. It's a very, very delicate thing." Tennant is reprising his role as narrator for the forthcoming Twenty Twenty Six, which sees Ian go from Head of Values at the BBC to Director of Integrity on the oversight committee for an unspecified global football tournament. Coincidentally, the sitcom happens to be releasing just prior to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morton revealed that Tennant recorded his narration for Twenty Twenty Six late last year, assuring fans that the Doctor Who and Rivals icon hasn't lost any of his comic potency. "He's exactly the same: utterly delightful, so quick," he promised. "I sometimes forget until the…

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