Witness No. 3 release date: Cast, plot and latest news
Bodyguard star Nina Toussaint-White plays a single mother who witnesses a terrible crime.
A year after Witness No. 3 aired on Channel 5, the show a has now arrived on Netflix, where it has become an immediate hit with viewers and has quickly claimed the number one spot. The four-part crime drama focuses on Jodie (Nina Toussaint-White), a single mother and salon-owner whose life is turned upside down when she inadvertently becomes a key witness in a murder, perpetrated by a gang leader. It's not long before the killer is going to great lengths to silence her, leading to a shock finale packed with plot twists. Alongside Toussaint-White as Jodie, Sion Daniel Young stars as PC Ivan Barkas, the officer who must protect Jodie before she testifies before a court, while The Royle Family's Sue Johnston appears as Cathy, Jodie's mother. Read on for everything you need to know about Witness No. 3. Where can I watch Witness No. 3? Netflix release date Witness No. 3 is available to watch on Netflix now. The drama initially aired on 18th July 2022 at 9pm on Channel 5, and was stripped across the rest of the week Monday - Thursday. Channel 5's Deputy Director of Programmes, Seb Cardwell, previously said: “2021 has seen Channel 5 have another exciting year of drama, with our thrillers continuing to capture the attention of viewers. "Witness No. 3 is a gripping addition to our 2022 slate, and the series will be a ‘must watch’ when it airs next year on Channel 5.” Who stars in Witness No. 3? Nina Toussaint-White, best known for her role in Bodyguard, leads the cast as Jodie, a single mother who witnesses a murder. Meanwhile, Sion Daniel Young plays PC Ivan Barkas, the police officer assigned to protect Jodie. Also starring are Clare Dunne as Detective Whelan, an officer investigating the central murder, while Sue Johnston and Cole Martin co-star as Jodie’s mother Cathy and Jodie’s son Kyle, respectively. Finally, Ruaridh Mollica plays a gang member who attempts to intimidate Jodie following the murder. Is there a trailer for Witness No. 3? Yes, watch below: View oEmbed on the source website Looking for something else to watch? Visit our Drama hub or check out our TV Guide. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Discover the filming locations for seasons 1 and 2 of Amazon Prime Video's adaptation of Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett's beloved fantasy novel.
David Tennant and Michael Sheen are back in Good Omens season 2 which, after many years of waiting, is finally available to stream on Prime Video now. The new season features a mystery that takes our heroes on a journey of discovery, charting elements from before The Beginning, to biblical times, grave robbing in Victorian Edinburgh, the Blitz of 1940s England, all the way through to modern day. But where were all of these varied sequences filmed, and where was the first season, which itself featured plenty of globe-trotting, shot back in 2017 and 2018? Here's everything you need to know about the filming locations for Good Omens seasons 1 and 2. Season 2 filming locations Production for Good Omens season 2 was based at a studios in between Edinburgh and Glasgow, which is where the set of Soho from season 1 was recreated. This included Aziraphale's bookshop, The Dirty Donkey, The Newsagency and the "Give Me Coffee" shop. The set of Soho was originally built at Bovingdon Studios in Hertfordshire for season 1. In season 2 it was recreated by returning production designer Michael Ralph and set decorator Bronwyn Franklin, inside a large sound stage. Meanwhile, location filming on the second season took place in Edinburgh, Stirling and the surrounding areas. Michael Sheen said of being back in the bookshop set: "It was lovely to be back in the bookshop – after having seen it burnt down the ground. Clearly I had managed to save a few books! Actually, it was extraordinary – your brain does a double take – my desk, the cash machine, the record player – everything is all so familiar even though it is a totally different location." He continued: "But we have expanded – there is much more of the world of Soho here including Aziraphale’s favourite – the magic shop and my favourite the pub – our world has grown." Season 1 filming locations Garden of Eden With lush vegetation on one side of the Garden of Eden's wall and a barren desert on the other, location scouts needed a place of extremes for the first location in human history. Shooting took place around Cape Town, South Africa, with the desert scenes filmed in the sun-bleached Atlantis Dunes just outside the city. In an interview for the show's accompanying book, The Nice and Accurate Good Omens TV Companion, first assistant director Francesco Reidy explained the difficulties attached to filming in a miniature Sahara. "Filming in those kind of areas is difficult," said Reidy. "It's exposed. It's very hot, there's no shade and you can burn easily. Bringing equipment is also a challenge. Everything had to come in on a fleet of four-wheel-drive jeeps or tractor-type vehicle, and there was a huge amount to get in." Some Garden of Eden scenes were also filmed at Cascade Country Manor, Paarl, built by the Duke of Bedford following World War Two. The location was chosen due to its stunning waterfall, but there was a problem: at the time of shooting, production took place during a severe drought in the Western Cape province. "We had to ask the special effects department to find a way to pick up water from the bottom and redistribute it to the top," Reidy said. "It was a complicated business, but much to our surprise we found there was still some water coming down, which really helped. Despite the problems in the city, this water was sourced from the mountains, so we were able to make it work." South Africa also provided the backdrop for various scenes, including sites for the recreation of several flashback scenes. Escalator to Heaven and Hell It might surprise Good Omens viewers when they realise that both Heaven and Hell are accessed by the same office lobby: one escalator leads straight to a heavenly corporate boardroom, while the other leads down to a (literally) hellish basement. Locations scouts searched heaven and earth for the lobby in question: Broadgate Tower on Bishopgate, London, which has a polished floor that reflects the escalators moving upwards, creating a mirror effect. "It's one of those modern, huge, very expensive steel and wire buildings, inside of which companies valued at millions of pounds conduct their business," Reidy said. "Standing inside this magnificent lobby, Douglas [Mackinnon] and Michael [Ralph] realised the shiny marble floor reflected the escalators moving up into the body of the building. "It had the effect of creating a mirror image, and this led to an idea that when one person goes up the escalator to Heaven, and the other person steps onto one that seemingly drop down into Hell." The final shot used a mix of real world and visual effects, with a green screen in the background to recreate the mirrored effect. Tadfield Tadfield, the home of the young Antchrist Adam Young, is a quintessentially English village. It's perfect — Adam's unwitting influence over the weather means that every season has its ideal weather: scorching Augusts, picture-perfect white Christmases, and crisp autumns. The "chocolate-box" village of Hambledon near Henley-on-Thames provided the perct setting. Heaven In Good Omens, Heaven is a big organisation run with zealous efficiency by the business-minded Angel Gabriel (Jon Hamm) — all of which required a heavenly corporate headquarters... "We found a vacant office building in a smart business park in Weybridge, Surrey," said location manager Nick Marshall. "It had a tiled floor, white pillars and 13 floor-to-ceiling windows. We had to frost every single one of them to get the light looking celestial. It really did have a heavenly vibe." Hell If Heaven is prime real estate, then Hell is the lowly basement office of a struggling business — cramped, dingy, and in need of a good lick of paint. Hell scenes were filmed in Cape Town, where the location crew found a former abattoir and filled it with mismatched plastic chairs, strewn litter and lights dangling form the ceiling. Neil Gaiman also created tortuous motivational posters for the walls of Hell, with captions such as, "You Don't Matter", and, "For More Efficient Service Just Rip Out Your Own Throat With A Stapler". "I had too much fun with these," Gaiman said. "The hardest part was just persuading he art department that I was serious about getting them to forget everything they had ever learned about design." Hogback Wood A woodland utopia and the spiritual home of the Them, Adam Young's gang of four youngsters (himself, Pepper, Wensleydale and Brian), Hogback Wood had to resemble a scene from Just William. A suitably idyllic spot was found in Painshill Park, Surrey, where location scouts noticed a huge crater, formed after a bomb dropped there during the Second World War. "I knew the crater would be significant," production designer Michael Ralph said. "This is where Adam has found his world, his Eden, unaware that he's the Antichrist, and a bomb has gone off here. It was a happy accident!" Good Omens season 2 is available to stream on Prime Video now - try Amazon Prime Video for free for 30 days. Plus, read our guides to the best Amazon Prime series and the best movies on Amazon Prime. Find something to watch tonight with our TV Guide and Streaming Guide, or visit our Fantasy hub for more news and features. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Crime: Release date, cast, plot and trailer for ITV drama
The police thriller adaptation by Trainspotting's Irvine Welsh arrives on BritBox this November.
Crime is a six-part drama based on the 2008 novel of the same name by Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh, who also adapted his work for the screen. The story follows Dougray Scott as lead detective and troubled addict DI Ray Lennox, who is looking into the disappearance of a 13-year-old girl. "I'm more excited about Crime than anything I've done in a while," said Welsh. "It just seems to me to be so different from so much of the stuff that I've seen." Scott described Welsh's work as "brutal, traumatising, upsetting and deplorable in every sense of the word, but at the same time there's wonderful tenderness within the characters that Irvine just produces", adding: "He has this incredible ability to emotionalise a subject like this so that it's accessible." Read on for everything you need to know about Crime. Crime release date: When will it air? Crime airs on Saturday 1st July at 10.05pm on ITV1. The series first streamed on BritBox in 2021. View Green Video on the source website Crime cast: Who stars in the drama? Dougray Scott (Mission: Impossible 2) leads the cast as DI Lennox, who is leading the investigation into the missing schoolgirl - and must confront the "demons" that previously consumed his life. The rest of the main cast is as follows: Dougray Scott as Detective Inspector Ray Lennox Joanna Vanderham as Detective Sergeant Amanda Drummond Ken Stott as Chief Superintendent Bob Toal Angela Griffin as Trudi Lowe, Lennox's girlfriend Jamie Sives as Detective Inspector Dougie Gillam Michael Abubakar as Detective Constable Stuart McCorkel John Simm as Gareth Horsborough aka Mr Confectioner Crime plot: What's it about? When 13-year-old Britney Hamil is kidnapped from an Edinburgh street, DI Lennox pushes himself to "breaking point" to locate her. "He is driven by the secret, long hidden within him, of an abuse that touched his very soul," reads the official synopsis. "This detective inspector is not content with solving crimes, he sees the world in black and white, his mission to root out evil wherever he senses it. "But passion such as this comes at a cost and we watch as one by one, Lennox’s relationships grow distant and steadily are replaced by those old false friends, a descent into the bottle and the powder beckons." Crime trailer: Can I watch it? Yes! You can watch the trailer right now. View oEmbed on the source website You can watch Crime on Saturday 1st July at 10.05pm on ITV1. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to see what else is on tonight. Take part in the Screen Test, a project from Radio Times and the Universities of Sussex and Brighton, to explore the role of television and audio in our lives. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Staged season 3: Release date, cast and latest news
The third season of the David Tennant and Michael Sheen comedy is now coming to BBC One.
Good Omens stars David Tennant and Michael Sheen returned for a third season of their comedy series Staged last year, although some fans missed out on the new episodes. This is because for the first time the series moved from its original BBC home to BritBox - however, that is now all about to change. Season 3 is now coming to BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with creator Simon Evans continuing to keep audiences on their toes with twists a-plenty and cameos galore. Evans has also spoken with RadioTimes.com about the possibility for a fourth season, but for now, when is season 3 arriving for BBC viewers, what is it about and who is in the cast? Read on for everything you need to know about Staged season 3. Staged season 3 release date Staged season 3 was first released on BritBox on Thursday 24th November 2022, marking the first time the show had released a new season on that platform, rather than on the BBC. However, the new season is now finally also coming to BBC One, with the first two episodes airing back to back from 10:40pm on Wednesday 14th June. Two more episodes will then air each Wednesday. But if you can't wait for the weekly releases, don't worry - season 3 is available to watch in full right now on BBC iPlayer. What is Staged about? The lockdown comedy originally focussed on Sheen and Tennant, playing exaggerated versions of themselves and rehearsing a play over Zoom calls. However, season two saw that premise upended (which you can read about in our four-star Staged season two review), as the two actors openly discuss Staged and reveal that it was all fiction. Keen to move on to 'real' acting work, they're nonetheless frustrated when they learn that there's going to be a US remake of Staged with a different cast. The new third season similarly sees some surprising twists along the way - although we of course won't reveal them here. The synopsis for the first episode of the third season says: "David and Michael talk on a video call, initially over footage of Wales in the run-up to Christmas. David tells Michael he wants to do something new. "We discover that he is in Tokyo to film an advert for cream cheese. David’s stuck in an airport at a loose end, and his demands for attention are aggravating Michael." Staged cast - who is back for season 3? The cast for season 3 is once again led by Good Omens co-stars Michael Sheen and David Tennant alongside their respective partners, Anna Lundberg and Georgia Tennant, as well as series creator Simon Evans and his sister Lucy Eaton. There are also plenty more surprise cameos in store for the new season, although you'll have to watch the episodes to find out who pops up. Previous seasons have included appearances from the likes of Dame Judi Dench, Whoopi Goldberg, Sir Michael Palin, and Samuel L Jackson. View Green Video on the source website Staged season 3 is now available on BBC iPlayer. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. Take part in the Screen Test, a project from Radio Times and the Universities of Sussex and Brighton, to explore the role of television and audio in our lives. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Angela Black ending explained: What happened to Angela in episode 6?
We unpack the sixth and final episode of the ITV drama, starring Downton Abbey's Joanne Froggatt.
Warning: this article contains spoilers for Angela Black episode six and touches on subject matter that some readers may find distressing. ITV drama Angela Black, starring Joanne Froggatt (Downton Abbey), shines a light on the stark reality of domestic abuse. The six-part series first aired on ITV back in 2021, airing weekly, but is still available now to watch on ITVX. In the fifth and penultimate episode, it becomes apparent that Angela's abusive husband Olivier (Michiel Huisman) has framed her, tricking her and the police in order to gain sole custody of their two sons. However, episode 6 sees Angela finally uncover the plan Olivier had concocted with Theo Walters, aka "Ed Harrison" (Samuel Adewunmi), the man who had pretended to be a hitman at the start of the series. RadioTimes.com has compiled everything you need to know about the ending of Angela Black, breaking down exactly how Angela managed to get revenge on both men in the Angela Black season finale. Angela Black ending explained: How did Olivier catch Angela and their kids? At the start of episode six, Angela takes her two sons out of school, deciding to run away and rebuild their lives far away from Olivier. However, Olivier managed to catch up with them at a Welsh campsite, after the boys disobeyed Angela and turned on her mobile phone (which Olivier had been tracking). How did Angela frame her husband Olivier in Angela Black? Alone once again, Angela put on her detective hat and managed to find Craig Mantle, an old associate of Theo Walters who had also owed him a favour (just like Olivier had), this time in exchange for putting a man behind bars. Next, she tracked down Theo and struck a bargain with him, offering her flashy engagement ring in exchange for help in her revenge plot. At night-time, she broke into Mantle Motors, which Craig Mantle had signed over to Theo as his "favour", and she began trashing the place with a crowbar. Elsewhere, Theo convinced Olivier to help him deal with Angela, and they both drove to Mantle Motors - where Angela and Theo turned on Olivier, locking him in a car boot. When they let him out, both were covered in blood and the police were just arriving. As a final touch, Angela tossed the crowbar into Olivier's hands, framing him for GBH (grievous bodily harm). Both Angela and Theo claimed that Olivier had beaten them in a fit of jealousy, and he was arrested. Later, in his police interview, he was shown CCTV evidence of him choking Angela (which occurred in episode five). What happened to Theo Walters in Angela Black? After the police arrested Olivier, Angela phoned up Theo, who was packing up his things. She revealed on the phone that she had found Craig Mantle, and subsequently tracked down the gang member who had been put behind bars thanks to Theo's false testimony - and told them everything. While still on the phone, there was a loud banging on Theo's door, as Angela told him that his past had finally caught up with him - before she hung up. The episode ended with Angela sitting down at a street piano, while her sons exclaimed that they didn't know she could play - after all, Olivier had forced her to give it up when she first fell pregnant. Eyes closed, Angela placed her fingers on the piano keys. Angela Black first aired on Sunday 10th October at 9pm on ITV and is available to stream now on ITVX. Check out more of our Drama coverage, or find out what else is on with our TV Guide. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. For information and support, visit womensaid.org.uk, or alternatively, contact the Freephone 24 National Domestic Abuse Helpline (0800 2000 247), run by Refuge, or nationaldahelpline.org.uk.
Will the ITV drama starring Downton Abbey's Joanne Froggatt return for a second season? **WARNING: SPOILERS FOR SEASON ONE**
Warning: this article touches on subject matters that some readers may find distressing. Domestic abuse drama Angela Black first aired on ITV back in 2021, hooking in fans with its various twists and turns, and is now available to watch on ITVX. Joanne Froggatt (Downton Abbey) leads the cast as the title character, while Michiel Huisman portrays her abusive husband and Samuel Adewunmi stars as conman Theo Walters. The tense finale saw Olivier arrested for GBH (grievous bodily harm), while Theo's past caught up with him, and whether or not he survives an attack by a gang member is left deliberately ambiguous. Meanwhile, Angela was reunited with her two sons, and acquired some much-deserved justice. Fans who've already binged the first season are naturally wondering whether there will be a second instalment of Angela Black. Read on for everything you need to know about a second season. Will there be a second season of Angela Black? While there's been no official word on a second season of Angela Black from ITV, star Froggatt has denied the possibility of another instalment. When asked whether we could expect a second series, the star told Metro.co.uk and other press: "No, this is a one and only six part series." She added: "It’s a really intense psychological thriller. I think by the time we go through those six episodes, we get a very satisfying conclusion. You don’t need to revisit, I think we’ll all have been through enough shocks and surprises and twists and turns." She concluded: "So yeah, it was very much meant just as one story." When could a potential second season of Angela Black be released? With ITV yet to confirm the return of Angela Black for a second season, we don't have any information regarding a possible air date yet. We'll keep this page updated as soon as we know more. Who could be in the cast of Angela Black season 2? If there were a second season, we would likely see the return of Joanne Froggatt (Liar, Downton Abbey) in the titular role. It's also probable that we'd see the return of Michiel Huisman, who starred as Angela’s abusive husband Olivier – who you may recognise from Game of Thrones and from his recent role as slain businessman Alex in The Flight Attendant. Samuel Adewunmi (The Hatton Garden Job, The Last Tree) played supposed hitman Ed Harrison, whose real name was revealed to be Theo Walters. Is there a trailer for Angela Black season 2? There's no trailer yet for Angela Black season two, as it hasn't yet been officially renewed. Angela Black first aired on Sunday 10th October 2021 at 9pm on ITV and is available to stream now on ITVX. Check out more of our Drama coverage, or find out what else is on with our TV Guide. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. For information and support, visit womensaid.org.uk, or alternatively, contact the Freephone 24 National Domestic Abuse Helpline (0800 2000 247), run by Refuge, or nationaldahelpline.org.uk.
Everything you need to know about the cast and characters of ITV drama series Angela Black.
Joanne Froggatt, known for her roles in Downton Abbey and Liar, leads the cast of six-part drama Angela Black, which shines a light on the stark reality of domestic abuse. Angela (Froggatt) and Olivier (Michiel Huisman) seem to have it all: a beautiful house in London and two young boys, but it soon becomes apparent that Angela's life is nothing like it seems. Filled with twists and turns, the series quickly captivated viewers when it aired weekly on ITV back in 2021, and is available to watch now on ITVX. So whether you're re-watching it or watching the series for the first time, read on to find out all about the cast and characters in Angela Black – including The Flight Attendant's Michiel Huisman as Olivier. Angela Black cast Joanne Froggatt plays Angela Black Who is Angela Black? Our heroine, Angela is a woman whose live is seemingly perfect on the outside, but who has a controlling and abusive husband. Where have I seen Joanne Froggatt before? The Downton Abbey star is best known for playing lady's maid Anna Bates in the ITV period drama and subsequent film. She's also starred in Liar, Dark Angel, and The Harrowing. Michiel Huisman plays Olivier Who is Olivier? Angela's abusive husband, and father to their two children. He's wealthy and a successful businessman. Where have I seen Michiel Huisman before? You'll probably recognise the actor from his role Game of Thrones, and his recent role as businessman Alex in The Flight Attendant. Samuel Adewunmi plays Ed Who is Ed? A private investigator who approaches Angela with information that leaves her reeling. Where have I seen Samuel Adewunmi before? He's known for The Watch, Lucky Man, The Hatton Garden Job, The Last Tree, and Doctor Who. Ashley McGuire plays Judy Who is Judy? She works at the kennel where Angela volunteers. Where have I seen Ashley McGuire before? She plays Mandy Harris in This Country, and was Lorraine Fletcher in It's A Sin. She's also starred Malory Towers, The Gentlemen, and will star in the upcoming BBC medical comedy-drama This Is Going To Hurt. View Green Video on the source website Angela Black first aired on Sunday 10th October at 9pm on ITV and is available to stream now on ITVX. Check out more of our Drama coverage, or find out what else is on with our TV Guide. Take part in the Screen Test, a project from Radio Times and the Universities of Sussex and Brighton, to explore the role of television and audio in our lives. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The story of best friends Tully and Kate may feel familiar for some viewers.
Netflix series Firefly Lane stars Katherine Heigl (Grey's Anatomy) and Sarah Chalke (Scrubs) as Tully and Kate, best friends from childhood. The pair first meet as teenagers when Tully moves in across the street, and the two girls quickly bond despite their differences. Tully is popular and confident, while wallflower Kate is witty but shy. The series chart the ups and downs of their friendship over the course of several decades, with the second season being as emotional as ever. With the heartfelt ending of season 2 part 2 still being talked about, many viewers are wondering whether the tender tale of female friendship is one that is based on a book and if so, where to get their hands on it. Keen to learn more? Read on for everything you need to know about whether Netflix's Firefly Lane is based on a novel. Is Firefly Lane based on a book? Yes, Netflix series Firefly Lane is based on Kristin Hannah's New York Times best-selling book of the same name. The streamer describes the series as a "sweeping story of two inseparable best friends and their enduring, complicated bond, spanning four tumultuous decades". Katherine Heigl plays the glamorous Tully, whose troubled upbringing means that she is constantly looking for external validation. She becomes a famous talk-show host, but craves connection and becomes jealous of her best friend Kate's family life. Also leading the Firefly Lane cast is Sarah Chalke as Kate, a bookish, lonely 14-year-old when she first meets her new neighbour Tully. Both girls harbour ambitions of becoming journalists, but as an adult Kate decides to prioritise family over her career. She's also insecure about her relationship, convinced that her husband is embroiled in a love triangle with her and Tully. While season 1 veered very close to the book's subject matter and plot points, the second season (which is Firefly Lane's last) makes several changes to open up the story to viewers. Speaking about the new second season, Hannah said: “A large part of this season is not from the book." Lovers of the book may be concerned whether the series changes the ending or not, but the Netflix series finale is largely the same as the original novel's. Hannah admitted in an interview for Netflix's Tudum: “I think what’s cool is that: we changed just enough, so that readers who are watching the show – who haven’t seen it all – don’t know how it’s going to end because we’ve changed just enough. “I like the idea that it’s going to unfold for them and they’ll still be guessing – and they’ll get to have that fresh experience with it.” Is Firefly Lane based on a true story? In a way, it most certainly is. While the characters are fictional, the events of the novel that inspired the series are inspired by Kristin Hannah's own life, including her mother's death from cancer. Hannah has also explained that her feelings about being a working mother and her belief in the importance of women’s friendships are what inspired the tale of Firefly Lane. Speaking about the way that the character of Kate is inspired by her own mother, Hannah said: "My mother died of inflammatory breast cancer when I was 26 years old. It was always the closet door that you never open because you know the pain that’s back there." She continued: "Many people would do therapy for this, but as a writer, I go into my own head and create her. So she is the character of Kate. It allowed me to talk about things that I really care about, like the importance and the fulfilment that comes from being an at-home mom, even when you feel that you’re not being taken seriously, that you aren’t accomplishing enough. "I think I wanted to say on her behalf that what she did in raising us three kids was magic. I don’t know if she ever knew that." The idea of framing the tale of Firefly Lane through the lens of a decades-long friendship is one that was inspired by Hannah's wish to "look at my mom through the years" and the need to showcase a story about her particular generation. She said: "That’s why Kate’s my age. We grew up in the same house — which by the way was totally freaky when I saw it on Netflix. I was like, 'Oh my gosh, that’s my house.' "I was able to relive all of these magical, confusing, frightening things that had happened to myself and my friends through the years, as we came of age." 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Why Didn't They Ask Evans?: Release date, cast, trailer and latest news
Hugh Laurie's adaption of the 1934 Agatha Christie novel is coming to ITV1 and ITXX this weekend.
Hugh Laurie's drama series Why Didn't They Ask Evans? may have premiered exclusively on BritBox in April 2022, but is making its way to ITV1 and ITVX this weekend. What could be better for this upcoming Easter weekend than sitting back on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evening for a dose of Agatha Christie sleuthing? Nothing, we say. The drama not only stars The Revenant's Will Poulter and Sing Street's Lucy Boynton, it also features an array of British acting talent, including cameo appearances from Dame Emma Thompson and Jim Broadbent. Adapted from Agatha Christie's 1934 novel of the same name, Poulter plays young naval officer Bobby Jones, a vicar's son who begins investigating the death of a man who asks the mysterious titular question with his dying breath. Meanwhile, Boynton plays his childhood friend Lady Frances 'Frankie' Derwent, "a clever and unflappable young woman with a flair for adventure" who teams up with Bobby to help decipher the titular question. The synopsis for the three-part series reads: "A man lies dying at the foot of a cliff, apparently the victim of an accidental fall; with his final breath, he utters the mysterious question of the title and promptly expires. "Some people - perhaps most people - might shrug at the impenetrable oddness of the words and move on with their lives. But Bobby Jones and his childhood friend, Lady Frances 'Frankie' Derwent, are not most people. "They resolve to honour the dead man by deciphering, and then answering, his final question. In so doing, they hit upon a dark conspiracy of deceit, betrayal and - perhaps unsurprisingly - murder." Read on for everything you need to know about Why Didn't They Ask Evans?. When is the Why Didn't They Ask Evans? release date? The series, which is made up of three episodes, debuted on BritBox on 14th April 2022 but is airing on ITV1 and ITVX this weekend on Sunday 9th April 2023 at 9pm. It will air across three consecutive nights, with the second episode airing on Monday 10th, and the third and final episode airing on Tuesday 11th. That means there isn't long to wait before you can get your Agatha Christie fix and learn the truth about that perplexing titular question. However, while you do wait, you can check out this exclusive, thrilling preview clip for RadioTimes.com. Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? review: Hugh Laurie’s all-star caper is a delight Why Didn't They Ask Evans? cast In addition to Will Poulter and Lucy Boynton in the lead roles of Bobby and Frankie, the stellar cast also includes Game of Thrones star Conleth Hill as Bobby's mentor Dr Thomas, and I Hate Suzie's Daniel Ings as Roger Bassington-ffrench. Maeve Dermody plays Moira, and is no stranger to Christie roles having starred in the BBC's adaptation of And Then There Were None. Meanwhile, Small Axe's Jonathan Jules plays Bobby's old shipmate and business partner Ralph 'Knocker' Beadon. The murder mystery series' cast is rounded out by The Durrells star Miles Jupp (Henry Bassington-ffrench), Downton Abbey's Amy Nuttall (Sylvia Basington-ffrench), Sex Education's Alistair Petrie (Reverend Richard Jones), The Death of Stalin's Paul Whitehouse (Mr Askew), Breeders' Morwenna Banks (Mrs Cayman), Richard Dixon (Mr Cayman) and Black Mirror's Joshua James (Dr George Arbuthnot). In addition to directing, Hugh Laurie will also portray Dr Nicholson, the clinical director of the local sanatorium. View Green Video on the source website Is there a Why Didn't They Ask Evans? trailer? There is, and you can watch it right here now! View oEmbed on the source website And to mark the upcoming ITV release, there's also another tense trailer to get excited over, which can be watched below: View oEmbed on the source website Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? review: Hugh Laurie’s all-star caper is a delight Why Didn't They Ask Evans? airs on ITV1 and ITVX on Sunday 9th April at 9pm. Check out our Drama hub for more news, interviews and features or find something to watch with our TV Guide. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Sanditon season 2 episode 3 sets up love triangle for heroine Charlotte
Sanditon has given heroine Charlotte Heywood her very own Mr Darcy – and Mr Wickham.
The end of Sanditon season 2 episode 3 included a big reveal about our heroine's two potential love interests this season – in addition to a romantic balloon ride over Sanditon Beach. The episode focussed on the annual Midsummer Fair, with Tom Parker (played by Kris Marshall in the Sanditon cast) desperate to obtain an elephant as a star attraction to bring in visitors. However, when a rival town outbid Tom, Colonel Francis Lennox (Tom Weston-Jones) came to the rescue with the loan of a hot air balloon from his regiment and, to Lennox's delight, our heroine Charlotte (Rose Williams) was the first local brave enough to take to the sky alongside him. Elsewhere, Esther (Charlotte Spencer) was left alone at Sanditon House with the deceitful Clara Brereton (Lily Sacofsky) while the servants and Lady Denham (Anne Reid) attended the fair – and unfortunately, Clara immediately went into labour after they left, forcing Esther (who has been struggling to conceive) to help deliver her enemy's child. At the episode's conclusion, Charlotte revealed to Lennox that she had finally warmed to her difficult employer, Mr Colbourne – prompting an apparently jealous Lennox to reveal a dark connection between himself and Colbourne. Who are Charlotte Heywood's love interests in Sanditon season 2? At the end of Sanditon season 2 episode 3, Colonel Francis Lennox warned Charlotte about her widowed employer Alexander Colbourne (Ben Lloyd-Hughes), the guardian of her two young charges. Colonel Lennox claimed that Mr Colbourne "stole" the love of his life, Lucy, from him before "destroying" her – and we know that Colbourne's late wife, the very same Lucy, died under mysterious circumstances. Lennox also claimed Charlotte was very similar in character to Lucy, implying that both men would find Charlotte as equally attractive. Can we trust Colonel Lennox? At the start of Sanditon season 2, the charming soldier seemed the obvious choice for Charlotte, but the seeds of doubt are already being sewn after Lennox failed to pay off his town creditors and additionally pressured Tom Parker into gambling away a sizeable sum at the end of the episode. Could Colonel Lennox represent the duplicitous 'Mr Wickham' figure of the season, while Mr Colbourne – both prickly and proud, but clearly warming up to Charlotte – represents the 'Mr Darcy' character? What's more, Sanditon is also setting up a Cyrano de Bergerac-esque scenario for Charlotte's younger sister, Alison (Rosie Graham), with the brave but battle-scarred Captain Fraser overshadowed by the handsome, tongue-tied Captain Carter, who uses Fraser's poems and war stories to woo Alison by passing them off as his own. Read More: Sanditon star Rose Williams teases season 2 love triangle Read More: How to watch Sanditon season 2 on ITV and BritBox Read More: Sanditon season 3 release date speculation: Cast, trailer and latest news Sanditon season 2 airs weekly on Fridays on ITV, with all episodes on BritBox in the UK – you can sign up for a 7-day free BritBox trial here. Take a look at the rest of our Drama coverage, or check out what else is on with our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times is on sale now – subscribe now to get each issue delivered to your door. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
The Undeclared War star unpacks “cliffhanger” series finale
"When people watch this, they're gonna be throwing their shoes at the TV." **WARNING: Contains spoilers for The Undeclared War episode six**
The Undeclared War star Hannah Khalique-Brown has discussed the show's "cliffhanger" ending, revealing that it was originally quite different in the scripts. In an exclusive interview with RadioTimes.com, Khalique-Brown stressed that the series finale leaves "unanswered questions" in almost every aspect of the story. At the end of the final episode, young Russian hacker Vadim (German Segal in The Undeclared War cast) sends Saara (Khalique-Brown) a file containing Russian state secrets, which puts GCHQ "back in the game" and gives them a bargaining chip to potentially curry favour with the Americans. "I really hope we can we can continue the story, because in almost every aspect of it there's unanswered questions," Khalique-Brown said. "In Saara's personal life, in the national situation and the global situation, and in the personal situation with Vadim – I want to know what happens to him. "I really hope he survived somehow, miraculously; I have no idea how but I really hope he does," she added, referring to the danger that Vadim had put himself in. Khalique-Brown also revealed that the series ending originally looked quite different, as the final shot of her character Saara crying wasn't in the scripts. "It's not actually written in the script for her to get upset. It was never intended," she said, explaining that she became "overwhelmed with emotion" during filming, imagining Vadim and the danger he was in. "I just was so overwhelmed with emotion. And I just started crying... I just turned back to look, and that was the take and he [series creator Peter Kosminsky] was like, 'Wow, we did not plan that. But I think that's gonna have to be it.'" Khalique-Brown added that she wanted to know what would happen with Saara's complicated personal life, after cheating on her boyfriend with NSA agent Kathy Freeman (Maisie Richardson-Sellers). "I want to know what happens with Kathy and Saara, and James and Saara – their relationship is left on a cliffhanger. She hasn't been able to see Kathy because she flew back to Maryland. And she's not had that conversation, and I want to know what happens," she said. Khalique-Brown also added that it remained unclear even to cast members about whether or not the Russian invasion teased in the finale is in fact real, or a hoax. "Obviously, on a global situation, is it an actual invasion? Or is it a false one? And do they have what they need to get back with the NSA to work together again? All of this to me is a complete cliffhanger. "I mean, Peter doesn't tell me – until it's certain [about a second season] he won't tell me anything. And I said to him, you know, 'When people watch this, they're gonna be throwing their shoes at the TV. You can't end it like that!'" She continued: "I think it's a complete cliffhanger. I think that for all intents and purposes, the story is left in suspense. And I don't know if we will get a season 2. I hope we do. I hope there's enough interest in the show for it to warrant another season. Because I do think it's just completely unanswered, and I don't think there is any kind of resolution by the end of it." The Undeclared War review: Brilliant cyberattack drama recalls The Matrix The Undeclared War is on All 4. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or visit our dedicated Drama hub for the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Meet the cast of Amazon Prime Video series Paper Girls
Four young friends accidentally find themselves transported forwards in time to 2019.
Ali Wong stars in a brand new Amazon Prime Video series, Paper Girls, about a group of time-travelling newspaper delivery girls from the 1980s. We're also quickly introduced to Adult Erin (Wong), who is shocked and initially disbelieving when her 12-year-old self turns up after inexplicably time travelling. "This is a psychotic break," Wong's Adult Erin tells herself in the official trailer. "Twelve-year-old version of yourself broke into your house with her punk friends?" The official synopsis for the series reads: "It's the day after Halloween in 1988 when four young friends accidentally stumble into an intense time war and find themselves inexplicably transported to the year 2019. "When they come face-to-face with their adult selves, each girl discovers her own strengths as together they try to find a way back to the past while saving the world of the future." Read on for everything you need to know about the cast and characters in Paper Girls. Riley Lai Nelet plays Erin Tieng Who is Erin Tieng? An ambitious 12-year-old and paper delivery girl who lives in Ohio in the 1980s, and who finds herself face to face with the adult version of herself (played by Ali Wong) after unexpectedly travelling forwards in time. Where have I seen Riley Lai Nelet before? The newcomer has starred in Altered Carbon and Generation. Ali Wong plays Adult Erin Tieng Who is Adult Erin Tieng? The adult version of Erin Tieng, who lives a humdrum life and fails to impress her younger self. Where have I seen Ali Wong before? The acclaimed comedian and actress is known for the likes of Ali Wong: Baby Cobra, her film Always Be My Maybe, American Housewife, animated fantasy series Big Mouth and Human Resources, and Birds of Prey, amongst other projects. Sofia Rosinsky plays Mac Coyle Who is Mac Coyle? A tomboy 12-year-old whose parents have a prejudiced outlook on life. Where have I seen Sofia Rosinsky before? This is the newcomer's first screen credit. Camryn Jones plays Tiffany Quilkin Who is Tiffany Quilkin? A smart 12-year-old obsessed with technology, she's one of the four friends who wind up accidentally time-travelling. Where have I seen Camryn Jones before? The young actress is known for Perpetual Grace, Cherish the Day, Pacific Rim: The Black, and Pete the Cat, among other projects. Fina Strazza plays KJ Brandman Who is KJ Brandman? A 12-year-old hockey-player grappling with her own sexuality. Where have I seen Fina Strazza before? She's starred in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Madam Secretary, and will star in the upcoming Who Framed Tommy Callahan. Nate Corddry plays Larry Who is Larry? A man knowledgable about time travel, and an acquaintance of Adult Erin. Where have I seen Nate Corddry before? He played Detective Art Spencer in Mindhunter, Larry Wilson in For All Mankind, and Dan in The Circle. You may also recognise him from the likes of The Ugly Truth, The Nanny Diaries, St Vincent, Mom, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Paper Girls season 1 launches in its entirety on Prime Video on 29th July - try Amazon Prime Video for free for 30 days. Check out more of our Sci-Fi coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Witness No. 3 star unpacks finale twist: “It’s a complete shock”
**WARNING: Spoilers ahead for Witness No. 3 finale**
Witness No. 3 star Nina Toussaint-White has unpacked the show's "shock" plot twist following its finale. The show follows salon-owner and single mum Jodie (Toussaint-White) whose life is turned upside down when she becomes a key witness to a murder, perpetrated by a gang leader – and the gang in question will stop at nothing to silence her. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, the Bodyguard star said that she "didn't know" the twist was coming. **WARNING: Spoilers ahead for Witness No. 3 finale** In the show's final episode, Detective Whelan was finally unmasked as the corrupt cop who had been feeding the gang information about Jodie, but Toussaint-White revealed she previously believed that PC Ivan Barkas (played by Sion Daniel Young) was the informant, and not Whelan (Clare Dunne). "No I didn't know it was coming," she revealed. "Because we only had the first two scripts for ages – we were fighting to get the last scripts. "I didn't know it was coming and... I remember thinking, after episode two, I remember going, 'Oh, my goodness it's Ivan [who's the informant]'. And going, 'How could you do this to her?' and being stuck on that for ages. "I asked the director, I was just like, 'Is it him? Did he do it?' And so I had no idea, as an actress, and then, you know, just playing the character, of course its complete shock. "This woman [Whelan] is the one who's been on her side ... for the whole process. This is one [person] who's been helping her seemingly and protecting her... It's only in the last few scenes where we realise it's Whelan and the penny drops for Jodie, and I think that is a shocking moment for everyone." The show's final scene also saw Jodie decide not to identify young gang member Po in a police line-up, after learning more about him and his difficult upbringing during the penultimate episode. "I think obviously, being a mother to a young boy – how would she [Jodie] feel if her son got into this situation? How would she feel if she knew that her son was backed up against a wall and had no other way out? She'd want someone to take a chance on him," Jodie said of her character's decision. Additional reporting by Abby Robinson. Looking for something else to watch? Visit our Drama hub or check out our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
James Blunt documentary in the works: 'Spinal Tap meets Alan Partridge'
“In hindsight, I’m not sure letting them film this was a good idea.”
James Blunt will be the subject of a new documentary, billed as a story about "an ageing, British popstar, still fighting for relevance". The film is a behind-the-scenes, all-access look at Blunt's latest tour in Europe, while also promising to offer viewers greater insight into the soldier-turned-singer's backstory. The documentary is described as "Spinal Tap meets Alan Partridge" and "is a behind the scenes, brutally honest story of a painfully self-aware, endlessly touring musician, for whom persistence eventually prevails". In the press release, Blunt himself quipped: “In hindsight, I’m not sure letting them film this was a good idea.” The series is helmed by Lorton Entertainment, the makers of Bros: After the Screaming Stops, award-winning Oasis documentary Supersonic and soon-to-air George Ezra film End-to-End. "This the story of an ageing, British popstar, still fighting for relevance some seventeen years after his star momentarily twinkled. No one has a more extraordinary story than James Blunt. The soldier turned singer has one of the most inspiring trajectories in the history of music," the synopsis states. Delving into James’ unique backstory, from witnessing the genocide of the Kosovo War, recording the biggest selling album of the 2000s [with 2004's Back to Bedlam], enduring the harsh backlash that followed his meteoric success, and then tweeting his way back to becoming a national treasure, this is an intimate portrait of James Blunt, as never seen before." Read more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what else is on. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
House of the Dragon planned to last 3 or 4 seasons
Matt Smith, Paddy Considine and Emma D'Arcy will all star in the HBO prequel.
HBO's Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon is reportedly set to last three or four seasons, provided its debut ratings are high enough. The series is set hundreds of years before the original, with a second trailer for House of the Dragon teasing the bloody Targaryen civil war that is on the way. A source told The Hollywood Reporter that the Targaryen storyline is currently plotted to run between three and four seasons – although there's enough scope for a follow-up plot line focussing on the same infamous family, with potential to explore the likes of, for example, the Doom of Valyria. “The Targaryens span both directions [forward and backward in the timeline],” co-showrunner Miguel Sapochnik said in the same article. “So as a spine to other possible stories and spinoffs … this [House of the Dragon] is a great place to start.” Key characters in the new series include Prince Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith), Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy), Hand of the King Ser Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) and his daughter Lady Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), in addition to King Viserys Targaryen (Paddy Considine). The Targaryen Civil War, known as the Dance of Dragons, will be the focus of the prequel, as two rival claimants to the Iron Throne do battle. Game of Thrones author George RR Martin said: "For what it's worth, those who have read Fire & Blood will realise it contains enough materials for a dozen shows. "I can say that there will be dragons. Everyone else has said that, so why not me?" To catch up, you can watch Game of Thrones seasons 1 - 8 on Amazon Prime today or on NOW when it becomes available. You can also buy the DVD boxset for seasons 1-8 on Amazon for £99.99. Looking for something to watch tonight? Check out our full TV Guide or visit our Fantasy hub for more news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
House of the Dragon "pulls back" on amount of sex after Game of Thrones
"[Sexual violence] shouldn’t be downplayed and it shouldn’t be glorified.”
Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon "pulls back" from the amount of sex scenes depicted in its predecessor, according to the show's co-showrunner. The upcoming series is set hundreds of years before the events of the original, and will explore the years leading up to the Targaryen civil war, with key characters including Princess Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Prince Daemon (Matt Smith). Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, co-showrunner Miguel Sapochnik says the new production has fewer sex scenes, while the approach to depictions of sexual assault is handled “carefully, thoughtfully and [we] don’t shy away from it". He added: "If anything, we’re going to shine a light on that aspect. You can’t ignore the violence that was perpetrated on women by men in that time. It shouldn’t be downplayed and it shouldn’t be glorified.” Game of Thrones previously attracted criticism for its depictions of sexual violence, including the controversial rape of long-running character Sansa Stark. In the same Hollywood Reporter article, House of the Dragon cast member Steve Toussaint praised the show's diverse casting choices in comparison to Game of Thrones. Toussaint, who plays the powerful Lord Corlys Velaryon – a white character in the book – suffered racist abuse from some social media users after his casting was announced, but stresses that while the series is a fantasy show, “it still has to reflect a world”. “I loved Game of Thrones, but my only caveat was, ‘Where’s everybody else in this world?'” he said. “Because it’s a diverse world Martin has created if you look [beyond Westeros], and I think this show comes closer to that.” House of the Dragon will launch on Monday 22nd August on Sky Atlantic and streaming service NOW – sign up for Sky TV here. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Luke Evans, Olivia Colman cast in Netflix's Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
Luke Evans, Olivia Colman, Johnny Flynn and Jessie Buckley are among the announced cast.
Netflix has released both first-look images and casting details for its animated feature Scrooge: A Christmas Carol, which lands on the streamer this December 2022. Luke Evans will voice Adult Scrooge, while Oscar-winner Olivia Colman will voice a character named 'Past', presumably the Ghost of Christmas Past (both pictured above). Based on Charles Dickens' timeless tale, the Netflix film promises to be a "supernatural, time-travelling, musical adaptation". Directed by Stephen Donnelly, "Charles Dickens' ageless legend is reborn in this supernatural, time-travelling, musical adaptation of the definitive Christmas story. "With his very soul on the line, Scrooge has but one Christmas Eve left to face his past and build a better future," according to the official synopsis. Other cast members include Jessie Buckley (who voices Isabel Fezziwig), Johnny Flynn (voices Bob Cratchit), Fra Fee (voices Harry Huffam), Giles Terera (voices Tom Jenkins), Trevor Dion Nicholas (voices Present), James Cosmo (voices Mr Fezziwig), and Jonathan Pryce (voices Jacob Marley). Director Stephen Donnelly has teased that there will be "more than enough... surprises" to keep Dickens fan "on the edge of their seats". “It’s been a fascinating challenge to adapt such a beloved and often-told story. I think this version will give those who know A Christmas Carol all the things they expect, but not as they’ve experienced them before," he said. "There are more than enough psychedelic, time-travelling and musical surprises to keep those familiar with the story on the edge of their seats, while the authentic essence of Dickens has been retained for those coming completely fresh to the classic tale." He concluded: "I can’t wait to share this new version of A Christmas Carol with the world and sincerely hope audiences embrace it this year and for many to come.” Looking for something else to watch? Check out our guides to the best series on Netflix and best movies on Netflix, or visit our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Ryan Gosling praises "exciting" Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa
Ryan Gosling says Ncuti Gatwa's Doctor Who casting is "the most exciting thing", praising his Barbie co-star during an interview on The One Show. Speaking on the BBC One talk show, Gosling – who recently made headlines by wearing a Doctor Who T-shirt celebrating Gatwa's casting – said he was a "big fan of Ncuti’s", whom he stars alongside in their new movie Barbie. "I am such a big fan of Ncuti’s, he’s the coolest, and him playing Doctor Who is like the most exciting thing that’s happening right now. I’m here for it," Gosling said. View oEmbed on the source website When asked if he had any teasers about his upcoming film Barbie – in which he plays Ken opposite Margot Robbie in the title role – Gosling joked that his other upcoming film The Gray Man would be a must-see for his Barbie character. "I can tell you I think The Gray Man would be Ken’s favourite movie," he said. Returning Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies previously appeared to be blown away by Gosling's Doctor Who apparel, posting on Instagram: "This is, genuinely, Ryan Gosling wearing a t-shirt of Ncuti Gatwa as Doctor Who," before joking: "We’re suing him, of course. Illegal merch #rulesarerules." View oEmbed on the source website The artist Matthew Purchase is now selling the T-shirt, along with other items such as phone cases and coasters which feature the design, which fans can buy online here. Gosling and Gatwa's upcoming film Barbie is set to release on 21st July 2023 and also stars Robbie, Simu Liu and Will Ferrell amongst others. Doctor Who is available to stream on BBC iPlayer with episodes of the classic series also available on BritBox – you can sign up for a 7-day free trial. Check out more of our Sci-Fi coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Doctor Who 'gets behind-the-scenes spin-off series on BBC Three'
The reported show will begin with the 60th anniversary special and the surprise return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate.
Returning Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies has commissioned a special behind-the-scenes series ahead of the next season with new Doctor Ncuti Gatwa, according to reports. The BBC Three Doctor Who spin-off series will be titled Doctor Who: Unleashed and give fans a sneak-peek at the filming process, beginning with the 60th anniversary special next year and the surprise return of David Tennant and Catherine Tate, according to The Mirror. The series will apparently be similar in format to Doctor Who Confidential, the behind-the-scenes sister show that ran from 2005 to 2012. It will reportedly continue to air alongside the next full season. A source told the publication that Davies is "aware that Doctor Who fans can never get enough content" and that he thought "the time was right to bring back a behind-the-scenes show which will document their comebacks and show how the special was made". RadioTimes.com has contacted a Doctor Who representative, who declined to comment at this time. Speaking earlier this year ahead of the broadcast return of BBC Three, the channel's controller Fiona Campbell teased "potentially very exciting things under discussion" when asked whether former shows such as Doctor Who Confidential could make a return. "But we’re in this new world, we’ve just come out of COVID and everybody’s schedules are being reassessed so it changes all the time," she added. "It’s very exciting but it does change – it’s very fast-moving at the minute." Read more: Chris Chibnall expects Russell T Davies to "ignore" his changes to Doctor Who Doctor Who composer confirms Jodie Whittaker's final special is his last Russell T Davies hints at reason for David Tennant's Doctor Who return Doctor Who is available to stream on BBC iPlayer with episodes of the classic series also available on BritBox – you can sign up for a 7-day free trial here. Check out more of our Sci-Fi coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Doctor Who composer confirms Jodie Whittaker's final special is his last
"I’d planned to stay for as long as Chris [Chibnall] and Jodie [Whittaker] were staying."
Doctor Who composer Segun Akinola has confirmed he will be leaving the BBC series following Jodie Whittaker's final special as the Thirteenth Doctor. In a post on Twitter, Akinola shared a photograph of a recent music score for Doctor Who, which had been autographed by members of the show's cast and crew. "Three Series, One Doctor, Four companions. The last few years on #doctorwho have been an amazing experience," he wrote. "I’d planned to stay for as long as Chris & Jodie were staying so the next episode will be my final one," he continued, before offering his thanks to outgoing showrunner Chris Chibnall and various others, including Whittaker. View oEmbed on the source website He concluded: "To the fans, thank you for welcoming me so warmly, I’ve always been grateful for that. Can’t wait to see where the story goes next!" Russell T Davies recently teased that Whittaker's final outing as The Doctor will have "lots of surprises", after he was questioned about his upcoming return as Doctor Who showrunner. Speaking on BBC One's The One Show earlier this month, Davies (who will be taking over from Chibnall) refused to reveal any spoilers about his plans for the next season – in which Sex Education's Ncuti Gatwa will be playing the new Doctor – stressing that he didn't want to "upstage" Whittaker's series farewell. "I can’t say [any spoilers] honestly, because what is coming up in October this year is Jodie Whittaker’s farewell, so I feel like I’m upstaging her slightly," he said. "I just saw the finished version of that two days ago. It’s a 90-minute epic, it’s fantastic, [it] is gorgeous. Lots of surprises." Read more: Chris Chibnall reveals "least favourite" Doctor Who script as showrunner Jodie Whittaker on "revisiting" the Doctor after wrapping Doctor Who Russell T Davies hints at reason for David Tennant's Doctor Who return Doctor Who is available to stream on BBC iPlayer with episodes of the classic series also available on BritBox – you can sign up for a 7-day free trial here. Check out more of our Sci-Fi coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Halloween Ends trailer sees Jamie Lee Curtis take final stand
It's Laurie Strode’s final battle against Michael Myers.
The official trailer for Halloween Ends has finally been released, as Jamie Lee Curtis returns for the last time as Laurie Strode, one of horror’s first “final girls”. The film will mark the epic conclusion to the Halloween horror franchise, 45 years after the first film's debut. The official synopsis teases: "The most acclaimed, revered horror franchise in film history reaches its epic, terrifying conclusion as Laurie Strode faces off for the last time against the embodiment of evil, Michael Myers, in a final confrontation unlike any captured on-screen before. Only one of them will survive." The film is set four years after the events of Halloween Kills, the penultimate film in the franchise, as we reunite with Laurie, now living with her granddaughter Allyson (Andi Matichak). While Laurie is finishing writing her memoir, the deadly Michael Myers hasn’t been seen since, according to the synopsis. "Laurie, after allowing the spectre of Michael to determine and drive her reality for decades, has decided to liberate herself from fear and rage and embrace life," the description continues. "But when a young man, Corey Cunningham (Rohan Campbell; The Hardy Boys, Virgin River), is accused of killing a boy he was babysitting, it ignites a cascade of violence and terror that will force Laurie to finally confront the evil she can’t control, once and for all." You can watch the new trailer below – but be warned that it contains adult content and strong language: View oEmbed on the source website In the terrifying trailer, we see Laurie and Michael facing off, including one nail-biting sequence where Laurie's hand is almost forced into the waste disposal unit in her kitchen sink. Halloween Ends arrives in UK cinemas on 14th October 2022. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our guides to the best series on Netflix and best movies on Netflix, or visit our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Gremlins boss says Baby Yoda was 'shamelessly copied and stolen'
The filmmaker Joe Dante believes Baby Yoda was inspired by Gremlins leader Gizmo.
Gremlins filmmaker Joe Dante claims The Mandalorian's Baby Yoda was "completely stolen" and "copied" from the design of the Gremlin creatures, in particular their leader Gizmo. In an interview with the San Francisco Chronicle (via IndieWire), Dante said that the "baby"-like nature of Gizmo was key to the 1984 film's longevity. "I think the longevity of [the film] is really key to this one character [Gizmo], who is essentially like a baby," Dante told the publication. "Which brings me, of course, to the subject of Baby Yoda, who is completely stolen and is just out-and-out copied. Shamelessly, I would think." RadioTimes.com has reached out to Disney Plus representatives for comment. Dante worked on both the 1984 film and its 1990 sequel, and more recently served as a consultant on the upcoming HBO Max animated series, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai. Baby Yoda (or rather 'Grogu'), an adorable child-like alien with huge eyes and protruding ears, was key to the success of The Mandalorian, leading to the creation of Baby Yoda merchandise and a sketch about the character on Saturday Night Live. A spin-off series set in the Star Wars universe, The Mandalorian has been a major success-story for streamer Disney Plus, with a third season due to air next year in February 2023. Read More: The Book of Boba Fett episode 7 review: Finale as it happened Read More: The Book of Boba Fett cast: Full list of confirmed characters Read More: Baby Yoda naming backlash gets cheeky nod in The Book of Boba Fett The Mandalorian is available to stream on Disney Plus. Sign up to Disney+ now for £7.99 per month or £79.90 for a full year. Check out our list of the best movies on Disney Plus and best shows on Disney Plus, or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times is on sale now – subscribe now to get each issue delivered to your door. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Nina Toussaint-White teases “tense, suffocating” thriller Witness No. 3
The Bodyguard actress leads the cast of the upcoming Channel 5 thriller.
Nina Toussaint-White has teased her "tense, suffocating" upcoming thriller Witness No. 3, in which she plays a single mother who becomes a key witness to a grisly crime. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, the Bodyguard star described premise of the upcoming Channel 5 show, before teasing exactly how her lead character Jodie becomes a victim of witness intimidation. "I would describe it [the series] as tense, suffocating – a voyeuristic psychological thriller. And it forces the audience to work out what they would do. How would they do the right thing? And at what cost?" she said. The actress plays Jodie, the eponymous 'Witness No. 3' who Toussaint-White describes as a "normal girl" who unwittingly "witnessed a killer and his victim moments before a murder has happened". "She's a single mum. She owns a hairdressing salon. She's a strong part of her community. She's very community-led and based and one morning, she's at work, [and] she looks at her window and she sees two men crossing the road," Toussaint-White said. "Now, this seems like nothing out of the ordinary. But the police – a few days later – they put out an appeal for people to step forward and make a statement. And Jodie, being the girl who does the right thing, steps forward to make this statement, thinking that whatever she says has little to no weight in their investigation." However, she continued, "We soon realise that she's actually witnessed a killer and his victim moments before a murder has happened. And this then makes Jodie a really a major player in the murder investigation; she becomes the 'witness number three'." On the intimidation Jodie faces in the run-up to the trial, Toussaint-White described the "paranoia" that stalks Jodie throughout the series. "The killer is part of a gang, and if she [Jodie] keeps on with her statement, the gang member will go to prison. So this gang then starts to intimidate her," she said. In the series, the gang begins to "threaten" Jodie, beginning with "weird texts and memes", which then escalates into "break[ing] into her mum's home while she's in bed". "Throughout the four episodes, we see Jodie's battle with paranoia. We see how she begins to suspect strangers walking down the streets, suspect the people that she loves, and we see this fighting determination within her." Additional reporting by Abby Robinson. Witness No. 3 is coming to Channel 5 on Monday 18th July. Looking for something else to watch? Visit our Drama hub or check out our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Witness No. 3 review: Nina Toussaint-White shines as embattled murder witness
The Bodyguard actress plays a crucial witness in a murder investigation.
Fresh from the renewal of Bertie Carvel's Dalgliesh and the commission of its first true crime drama, Maxine, Channel 5 has just added another title to its ever-expanding drama slate: the thriller Witness No. 3. Its star, Nina Toussaint-White, runs away with the project in the eponymous lead role, a salon-owner who becomes 'Witness Number Three' for a murder case. From the get-go, there are a few irksome or repetitive choices in the show's editing – I lost count of the number of times the first episode used long, extended pre-laps (a sound transition trick which leaves you sat watching one scene whilst listening to another). But ultimately, the show's success rests on its lead star, and Toussaint-White (Bodyguard, The Sister) definitely delivers. The actress plays Jodie, a single mother and community-driven salon owner who is one of three early-risers to spot a couple of men walking through the local estate one morning. When the police put out an appeal for information about the men, Jodie doesn't hesitate in coming forward ("Most people keep their heads down," her partner tells her, half-exasperated, half-admiring). However, what the police haven't yet told Jodie is that the men were in fact a killer and his victim, whom she saw moments before the murder took place. The killer is a major player in a powerful gang and, after Jodie leaves the police station, she's being followed – almost as though the gang have been tipped off about her (we'll get to that in a moment). So begins a campaign of witness intimidation against Jodie – helmed by gang member Po – starting with threatening pictures of wolves and gagged victims sent to her phone, before things begin to escalate as the gang takes increasingly drastic measures to protect one of their own. That escalation and the fear of what's next for Jodie will have viewers hanging onto the edge of their seats – but what will really grip viewers and keep them watching is the early suggestion that someone in Jodie's life has betrayed her. Toussaint-White deftly portrays that growing paranoia, her face barely moving as we watch the inner-debate (Is this just an interested customer, or a gang member pushing for details?) play out before us in her eyes. However, as the show hints at early on, Jodie isn't being paranoid at all: there's someone out there who will stop at nothing to silence her. Witness No. 3 is coming to Channel 5 on Monday 18th July, and will be stripped across the week Monday-Thursday. Looking for something else to watch? Visit our Drama hub or check out our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Lily Allen and Doctor Who's Freema Agyeman lead Sky comedy Dreamland
The Sky Original series stars Freema Agyeman and Lily Allen as sisters.
Filming has kicked off on brand new Sky Original comedy Dreamland, starring Doctor Who's Freema Agyeman and singer Lily Allen in her debut TV role. Based on the BAFTA-winning short of the same name written by Catastrophe's Sharon Horgan, the new series is set in the British seaside town of Margate. A comedy-drama about a family of four sisters, Dreamland is billed as a dark comedic exploration of multi-generational female relationships, and their (somewhat dysfunctional) family dynamics. Agyeman plays eldest sister Trish, pregnant for the third time and hoping against hope the child will be her longed-for girl. According to the synopsis, Trish's "two sisters Clare (Gabby Best) and Leila (Aimee-Ffion Edwards) rally around her with their mum (Frances Barber) and their Margate- legend nan (Sheila Reid), 'manifesting' a little girl at Trish’s ‘mani-festival’." Meanwhile Allen plays sister Mel, whose unexpected reappearance threatens to "destabilise" the entire family. Agyeman is best known for playing Martha opposite David Tennant in Doctor Who, while Allen is a Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter who recently made headlines when she joined Olivia Rodrigo onstage at Glastonbury to sing her anthem F*** You. The comedy-drama promises "a heartfelt exploration of the family relationships between these strong, vibrant women". The six-part series is produced by Sharon Horgan and Clelia Mountford’s production company Merman (This Way Up, Motherland), in association with Sky Studios. Dreamland will air on Sky Comedy and streaming service NOW in 2023. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or visit our dedicated Drama hub for the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Only Fools and Horses musical adds Les Dennis to cast as Grandad
Comedian and actor Les Dennis will join the cast of West End show Only Fools and Horses: The Musical, playing the loveable role of Grandad from 3rd October 2022. Inspired by the beloved TV show of the same name, the musical has extended its acclaimed run at London’s Theatre Royal Haymarket, which will now end 7th January 2023. Tickets are on sale here. In the original BBC series, Lennard Pearce originated the role of Grandad, before his death in 1984 and his on-screen replacement by Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield). Les Dennis said: "I am so excited to be playing Grandad in Only Fools and Horses: The Musical. Like everyone else, I would tune in weekly to watch the hilarious exploits of the Trotters and would laugh and cry in equal measure. It was both funny and touching. "Jim Sullivan and Paul Whitehouse have written a wonderful show that beautifully recreates that feel-good era of British comedy. I can’t wait to join the hugely talented cast and be a part of it. Lovely jubbly!" The official synopsis for the musical reads: "Join the Trotter family as they take a trip back to 1989, where it’s all kicking off in Peckham." There are "musical contributions from Chas n Dave, the beloved theme tune as you’ve never heard it before and an array of brand-new songs full of character and cockney charm." Earlier this year, Only Fools and Horses was named the most loved BBC television series of all-time, in an exhaustive vote decided by a panel of industry experts and the general public. The survey was conducted by The One Show to kick off its BBC 100 celebrations, with long-running sci-fi drama Doctor Who coming close behind in the number two spot. Only Fools and Horses is available to stream on BritBox. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
The Suspect team reveals how real-life murders impacted series
"With the Sarah Everard case and Sabina Nessa… We all know how it feels to be a woman at the moment with things like that happening."
The cast and crew behind ITV's The Suspect have revealed how real-life murder cases impacted the way they approached the series. The psychological thriller stars Aidan Turner as Doctor Joe O'Loughlin, a clinical psychologist who finds himself supporting an investigation into the mysterious death of a young woman. Over the series, his perfect life begins to unravel and he embarks on a journey that takes him into "the darkest recesses of the human mind", according to the synopsis. Speaking to RadioTimes.com and other press at a Q&A ahead of the show's launch, series star Anjli Mohindra said she looked at real murder cases as part of her research into her character, a female police officer. She referenced the murders of Sarah Everard and Sabina Nessa, who were both killed in 2021. "I focused in on what it would feel like to be a woman dealing with a case like this – with the Sarah Everard case and Sabina Nessa… I mean, we all know how it feels to be a woman in this country or on this planet at the moment with things like that happening. "It was nice that we got to play those moments where you see how a woman police officer would react to a crime like that," she said. Executive producer Jake Lushington added that the series "won't shy away from the story", and will set out to "humanise the victim and how she's talked about". He said: "You can take shortcuts into [the] genre and forget what it's like for the audience, what the reality of what we're talking about is, and while we won't shy away from the story and who it's about, we've had extensive conversations about wanting to humanise the victim and how she's talked about, but also make sure that the idea of the crime is not something that the audience would take for granted, because it's ‘another murder mystery’. "I think we've gone beyond that a little bit. Without getting too preachy, I think the audience is on a slightly different emotional level and I think us in television need to catch up and listen." Director James Strong said: "It's about being responsible and being aware of what's the bigger picture – we shot a version of it and then we went back and went further. It has to be done properly, and acknowledged what's happening and how many times it's happening. We can't get used to it." Lushington added that the series was made "a lot richer" by fleshing out female characters on-screen, including Mohindra's police officer. "That’s something that I think has become enhanced from the original novel – all the female characters have quite interesting voices and interesting POVs. It was a completely male piece to start with. It's actually made it a lot richer as a piece." The Suspect will air on ITV next month. Additional reporting by Morgan Jeffery. For more to watch, check out our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what’s on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
The Handmaid's Tale season 5 trailer teases June and Serena showdown
Hulu has released its first-look trailer for The Handmaid's Tale season 5, teasing a battle of wills between June Osborne (Elisabeth Moss) and Serena Joy Waterford (Yvonne Strahovski). The trailer sees Serena dressed in a funeral veil, in mourning following the violent death of her husband, Commander Fred Waterford, at the hands of June. "She knows the world is watching," we hear June's voice say, before later adding: "I feel Gilead pulling me back." "She can't get to you, so you just gotta forget about her," her husband Luke tells her, before the trailer cuts to the couple in Canada, staring up in horror at huge screens showing images of Serena attending her husband's funeral. "You wanna fight? Let's fight," we hear June say, her face set with grim determination as she stares up at the image of Serena, who appears to smirk directly at the camera. View oEmbed on the source website We also have an official synopsis for season 5, which reads: "June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. "Commander Lawrence works with Aunt Lydia as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. June, Luke and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue their mission to save and reunite with Hannah." Hulu's head of originals, Jordan Hellman, has previously hinted to Deadline that season 5 could be the last for the dystopian show. He explained: "The success of The Handmaid’s Tale remains paramount for us. That said, what is also most important to us is that we close out that show in [a] creative fashion that feels organic so we are in constant communication, literally right now, talking with Bruce [Miller], Lizzie [Moss] and Warren [Littlefield], about what the best way to end The Handmaid’s Tale is. "We haven’t landed on an answer… I imagine we’re going to be able to answer that question in the coming months." While you’re waiting, take a look at the rest of our Drama coverage, or check out what else is on with our TV guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Stranger Things' Noah Schnapp: 'It's clear Will is gay and loves Mike'
The actor explains that Will's sexual orientation was "hinted at" all the way back in season 1.
Noah Schnapp has officially confirmed that his Stranger Things character Will Byers is "gay, and does love Mike", his on-screen best friend. Fans have long speculated about the character's sexual orientation, and an emotional scene in the latest fourth season appeared to indirectly confirm that speculation, as Will wept silently after reassuring Mike about how much Eleven loves him – the implication being that he shares those same feelings. “It was hinted at in season 1. It was always kind of there, but you never really knew, is it just him growing up slower than his friends? Now that he’s gotten older, they made it a very real, obvious thing. Now it’s 100 per cent clear he is gay and does love Mike,” Schnapp said in an interview with Variety. Earlier in the conversation, he elaborated on Will's romantic feelings for his best friend, Mike, in addition to how his character feels he "doesn't belong". "I mean, it’s pretty clear this season that Will has feelings for Mike. They’ve been intentionally pulling that out over the past few seasons. Even in season 1, they hinted at that and slowly, slowly grew that storyline," he explained. "I think for season 4, it was just me playing this character who loves his best friend but struggles with knowing if he’ll be accepted or not, and feeling like a mistake and like he doesn’t belong. Will has always felt like that. All his friends, they all have girlfriends and they all fit into their different clubs. Will has never really found anywhere to fit in." Schnapp continued: "I think that’s why so many people come up to me and tell me that they love Will and they resonate with him so much, because it’s such a real character." Stranger Things 4 soundtrack: every song featured in the Netflix show Stranger Things 4 part 2 review: A barnstorming end to an epic season Stranger Things 4 part 2 is now streaming on Netflix. Check out our guides to the best series on Netflix and the best movies on Netflix. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide. Sign up for Netflix from £6.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Meet the cast of Netflix thriller The Holiday
Crime drama The Holiday aired on Channel 5 earlier this year.
The Holiday was originally broadcast on Channel 5 earlier this year, capturing the imagination of UK viewers. If you haven't seen the gripping crime drama yet then now is your chance, because the thriller is available to stream on Netflix. Jill Halfpenny (The Drowning, Dark Money, Humans) leads the cast as Kate, a police officer whose holiday with family and friends quickly takes a sinister turn when she discovers that her husband is having an affair. The plot thickens when one of the group is found dead at the bottom of a cliff, and Kate is left determined to get to the truth. The show is based on the best-selling book The Holiday by T.M. Logan, and stays "pretty close" to its source material, Halfpenny previously explained to RadioTimes.com. Halfpenny isn't the only famous face in The Holiday, with fans also likely to recognise Owen McDonnell as Eve's husband Niko Polastri in Killing Eve. In The Holiday, McDonnell takes on the role of Kate's cheating husband, Sean. So, without further ado, read on for everything you need to know about the cast and characters in Channel 5 drama The Holiday. Who's in the cast of The Holiday on Netflix? Jill Halfpenny plays Kate Who is Kate? A woman who discovers that her husband Sean is having an affair during a luxurious group holiday in the Mediterranean. Where have I seen Jill Halfpenny before? She recently played the lead role in the TV series The Drowning, and has also starred in the series Dark Money, Babylon, Year of the Rabbit, Humans, and Three Girls. She also played Izzie Redpath in Waterloo Road. Owen McDonnell plays Sean Who is Sean? Kate's cheating husband, whom she begins to suspect during their group holiday abroad with their family friends. Where have I seen Owen McDonnell before? The actor is best known internationally as Eve's long-suffering husband Niko Polastri in Killing Eve, but he's also starred in Silent Witness, Death in Paradise, The Bay, Three Families, and will star in the upcoming adaptation of Great Expectations alongside Olivia Colman. Liv Mjones plays Jenny Who is Jenny? One of Kate's long-standing friends. Where have I seen Liv Mjones before? The Swedish actress played Ulla in the horror film Midsommar, and Frida in Kiss Me. She's also known for Modus, A Serious Game, and Tigers. Cat Simmons plays Izzy Who is Izzy? Another one of Kate's long-standing friends. Where have I seen Cat Simmons before? She played DC Kezia Walker in The Bill, and Becky Colter in Holby City. She's also starred in Killing Eve (as Carleen), Silent Hours, Moving On, and Doctors. Siobhan Hewlett plays Rowan Who is Rowan? A member of the friendship group that goes on holiday together in The Holiday – before Kate learns that one of their number is having an affair with her husband. Where have I seen Siobhan Hewlett before? She played Helen in the BBC One series Sherlock, and Tracey in Redemption, starring Jason Statham. She also starred in The Syndicate, the TV mini-series Parade's End, and Penny in McDonald & Dodds. Andrew Macklin plays Russ Who is Russ? The husband of Kate's friend, Rowan. Where have I seen Andrew Macklin before? He played Troy Dowling in Fair City, and Michael in the Doctor Who episode 'Ascension of the Cybermen', and Tim Watkins in Doctors. Lara McDonnell plays Lucy Who is Lucy? One of Kate's children, who also attends the group holiday in the Mediterranean. Where have I seen Lara McDonnell before? She's known for Artemis Fowl, Ballistic, the film Love, Rosie (as the younger version of Lily Collins' character), and the Oscar-nominated film Belfast, as Moira. Aidan McCardle plays Alistair Who is Alistair? Jenny's husband, who also attends the group holiday. Where have I seen Aidan McCardle before? Fans of the fantasy film Ella Enchanted will remember him as the elf Slannen, who helps Anne Hathaway's titular character on her quest. He's also starred in Sense8 (as Mitchell Taylor), the film The Duchess, The Mallorca Files, The Trial of Christine Keeler, and Endeavour. The Holiday is available to watch on Netflix. Find out what else is on with our TV Guide, or visit our Drama Hub for all the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.