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items: Ruth Jones books in order: Guide to Gavin & Stacey creator's fiction and non-fiction
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items: What to read after When Gavin Met Stacey: 17 books for TV-obsessed readers
items: The Celebrity Traitors icon teams up with film legend for romantic Waitrose Christmas 2025 advert
items: When Gavin Met Stacey details how a party brought about the finale
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items: Best series to watch on Amazon Prime Video UK – November 2025
items: Disney reveals new Christmas advert from acclaimed Marvel blockbuster director – first look
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items: Wallace & Gromit return in cheeky Barbour Christmas advert
items: What is the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 song? Artists and track revealed
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Ruth Jones books in order: Guide to Gavin & Stacey creator's fiction and non-fiction
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date: 2025-11-25T07:00:28.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: Immerse yourself in Ruth Jones's glorious literary worlds.
encoded: If you're a fan of When Gavin Met Stacey, you'll no doubt be familiar with Ruth Jones and her work on TV – but did you also know she's a fantastic author of novels? So far, Jones has released four fictional books which have been extremely popular. If you've finished the Radio Times Book Club, sponsored by Dr. Oetker Ristorante choice for November, you'll no doubt want to read even more from the talented Welsh woman. Read on for your guide to the books written by Ruth Jones and in which order you'd be best off reading them. Ruth Jones books in order: Never Greener (2018) Us Three (2020) Love Untold (2022) By Your Side (2025) When Gavin Met Stacey: And Everything In Between (2025 - with James Corden) Never Greener (2018) When Kate was 22, she had an affair with a married man, called Callum, and though it ended in heartbreak, Kate would go on to be a successful actress living in London with her lovely family. And while Callum also was happy in Scotland, a chance encounter between the pair changes everything. Should they risk everything for what could be? Us Three (2020) We all make a promise with someone to stay friends forever, but that can be a little tricky to stick to... Lana Judith and Catrin were best friends throughout primary school and were always there for each other, come what may. But an unexpected event shakes the group to the core and their future as a trio is now in doubt... can they recover what they once had before it's too late? Love Untold (2022) Grace is about to turn 90 and she absolutely doesn't want any fuss – the only thing she really desires is that her family's rift is healed. To do that, she must find her daughter Alys, the only person who can put things right, but she's been away for 30 years... with a lot left unsaid and too many wounds to mention, will Grace get her wish? By Your Side (2025) Linda Standish has been a friend to the friendless for over 30 years through her role at the council's Unclaimed Heirs Unit, and finally it's time for…

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Best series to watch on Disney Plus – November 2025
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date: 2025-11-20T11:00:46.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Drama
subject: TV
description: Don't endlessly scroll – use our handy list instead!
encoded: We may have crime dramas aplenty to choose from, but what happens when the main person investigating head-scratching cases is not a part of law enforcement, instead making a living as a tracker and survivalist? Well, you get Tracker, which is now its third season, with new episodes dropping on Disney Plus as we speak. The series has continued to go down a storm with fans, with This Is Us star Justin Hartley in the lead role as the ever-skilled Colter Shaw. Episodic cases are enough of a draw to this series, but throw in plenty of action, tension and Shaw's own family problems, and you have all the makings of a bingeable series. While there are new episodes of Tracker season 3 being released weekly for UK viewers on Disney Plus, the final episode of Murdaugh: Death in the Family has now also landed the streamer. The eight-part series digs into the once-respected legal dynasty family as they're faced with tragedy, scandal and death that will leave viewers unaware of the real-life story reeling. With the early episodes taking us deep into the family's reputation and past, the final episodes dig into the deaths and resulting investigation into Paul and Maggie Murdaugh. As for some other favourites on the platform, there's also Only Murders in the Building, which has just wrapped up its fifth season with yet another surprising finale that paves the way for a sixth instalment. Fantastical period drama Washington Black should also be added to your watchlists, alongside culinary comedy drama The Bear, The Stolen Girl, word-of-mouth hit High Potential and gripping drama Tell Me Lies. There's also the slew of ITV dramas that are now available to stream, thanks to the landmark agreement between Disney Plus and ITVX. There's the likes of Vera, The Tower, The Hunt for Raoul Moat and a lot more to get acquainted with, if you missed out on watching them when initially broadcast. It wouldn't quite be a Disney Plus binge-watch without a fair dose of Marvel, with the likes of Marvel …

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What to read after When Gavin Met Stacey: 17 books for TV-obsessed readers
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date: 2025-11-18T07:00:34.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: If you've raced through When Gavin Met Stacey, here's what you should read next...
encoded: If you've raced through the Radio Times Book Club sponsored by Dr. Oetker Ristorante pick for November already, you'll be on the look-out for some more books like it. When Gavin Met Stacey: And Everything In Between tells the story of the inception and subsequent creation of the iconic TV sitcom from the two people who made it, Ruth Jones and James Corden. From humble beginnings when Corden went to a wedding with a bunch of unique people to the very final episode which would be watched by over 19 million people, this is the definitive story of the sitcom that would capture hearts across the nation. You don't just have to be a fan of the show to love this one, though, if you're interested in TV production, that one would've no doubt been a fun read for you. So, if you're looking for your next TV-based read, whether fiction or non-fiction, read on to find out more. 17 books to read after When Gavin Met Stacey Parky: My Autobiography by Michael Parkinson The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series by Jessica Radloff Normal People: The Scripts by Sally Rooney, Alice Birch and Mark O'Rowe We're Falling Through Space: Doctor Who and Celebrating the Mundane by J David Reed Succession season one: The Complete Scripts by Jesse Armstrong Inside No. 9: The Scripts series 1-3 by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith Love That Journey For Me: The Queer Revolution of Schitt's Creek by Emily Garside Lush! by Joanna Page Peaky Blinders - The Real Gangs and Gangsters by Carl Chinn Out of Character by Alison Steadman This Time Next Year by David Jason Jim Henson: The Biography by Brian Jay Jones No Lessons Learned: The Making of Curb Your Enthusiasm by Larry David Fleabag: The Scriptures by Phoebe Waller-Bridge TV: Big Adventures on the Small Screen by Peter Kay Life on Air by Sir David Attenborough Poirot and Me by David Suchet Parky: My Autobiography by Michael Parkinson Michael Parkinson enjoyed one of the most successful careers as an interviewer to da…

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The Celebrity Traitors icon teams up with film legend for romantic Waitrose Christmas 2025 advert
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date: 2025-11-12T12:36:52.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: Christmas adverts
subject: News
subject: Video
description: Waitrose has recruited a star of The Celebrity Traitors for its Christmas advert.
encoded: Waitrose has released its Christmas advert – and it's a fun play on the festive rom-coms we return to every year. Keira Knightley is the female lead alongside an unlikely romantic interest: Joe Wilkinson, who is reprising his role as Phil from the 2024 whodunnit Christmas advert. In the adorable advert, titled The Perfect Gift, the couple have a meet-cute at a Waitrose cheese counter where they discover they share a love of the Sussex Charmer Mature Cheddar – something Phil turns out to be himself... We get to watch their adorable romance develop, not without hiccups admittedly, before Phil recreates Keira's Nan's pie recipe in the ultimate act of love. The small movie highlights centres around the idea of "saying it with food" because, if you can't say it at Christmas, when can you? Speaking of her role in the advert, Knightley says: "I love food, and so when I received this script where I get to fall head over heels in love over a shared love of cheese, I couldn't turn it down! I adored working on this silly, fun and delicious film with Joe and I hope those watching it fall in love too." View oEmbed on the source website If the box above is not showing, you may need to change your privacy settings. In the Radio Times site footer, click ‘Manage Privacy Settings’. Under ‘Site Vendors’, consent to ‘YouTube’, then press Save & Exit. Joe Wilkinson adds: "It was great to be back with Waitrose for their 2025 Christmas campaign. This year, Phil got to enjoy both the love and the food he truly deserved. As you can imagine, it was tough having to eat the delicious Waitrose food and falling in love with Keira, but I just got on with it, like the trooper I am!" The advert is soundtracked by James, and features their hit song She's a Star. Nathan Ansell, Waitrose Chief Customer Officer, says: “When it comes to Christmas, delicious food and drink play a central role in bringing people together and helping us show affection. This year, we welcomed British heroine, Keira Knightle…

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When Gavin Met Stacey details how a party brought about the finale
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date: 2025-11-11T07:00:59.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Books
subject: Magazine
subject: RT Book Club
description: Warm, funny and unforgettable… Gavin & Stacey went out on a high – and all because of a Mexican mariachi party.
encoded: This month’s Radio Times Book Club, sponsored by Dr. Oetker Ristorante, pick tells the story of one of Britain’s best-loved comedies, in a series of conversations between its co-creators James Corden (Smithy) and Ruth Jones (Nessa). In this excerpt, they discuss how last Christmas's finale – watched by more than 20 million people — came to be… James: I’d always thought we should do another one. By the end of series three we had ten million viewers. And it just felt like the show wasn’t going away. People would keep saying, “Go on, do another one". Ruth: It was Mexico that clinched it. James: It was my 40th [in 2018] and my wife, Jules, organised a birthday weekend in Mexico. She flew in my oldest school friend, Sheddy, and she had friends from all over the world fly in. But it was all a massive surprise. Ruth: Julia messaged me and asked, “Would you consider coming to Mexico for it?” And it was strange, because you and I hadn’t really been massively in touch. In fact, I think the last time we’d seen each other was the previous Christmas, when you came over from LA and were staying in a hotel in London, and I remember going there to see you, and being very polite in front of you. Because at that stage you’d so gone into the stratosphere, fame-wise. And I think that disparity is difficult for people sometimes. So Mexico was really key, because then we spent time talking about what a new Gavin & Stacey episode would be. [Before that] I just didn’t want to go back there at all. And I think you did. Then in Mexico we all had to hide away. We knew that you were going to be inside this villa thing, and we all had to gather outside and put sombreros on. One by one, people had to go in. James: Yes, suddenly this mariachi band strikes up, and all these people come in. John Bishop’s there, and all these people I know are marching in wearing sombreros. Then someone opens my laptop, and Tom Cruise is on it, telling me that my mate Sheddy is here, and then he walks in, and then J…

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Disney releases Christmas film from blockbuster director, as he reveals hidden Easter eggs within
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date: 2025-11-10T13:00:58.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Disney
subject: News
subject: Video
description: Meet Doodle.
encoded: Disney has unveiled its holiday short film for 2025, featuring a heartwarming character called "Doodle", played by the iconic John Goodman. There's a little girl at the centre of the story who writes a Christmas list for Santa and also pops on a small doodle creation for him, too. The next morning, while opening her presents, one starts to move and in a Christmas miracle, her drawing has come to life! While she has a fun year with Doodle, it's clear as they approach Christmas again that he longs for a mouth to be able to express himself. The little girl asks for a Mr Potato Head toy which she can then remove the mouth from and give to her friend who can then speak all he wishes. Watch the gorgeous film below: View oEmbed on the source website If the box above is not showing, you may need to change your privacy settings. In the Radio Times site footer, click ‘Manage Privacy Settings’. Under ‘Site Vendors’, consent to ‘YouTube’, then press Save & Exit. The director is none other than Taika Waititi, who also created last year's short, The Boy & The Octopus. Speaking of the film, Waititi said: "What makes this story uniquely Disney is the fact that it's set in the world of a kid. It's a kid and her new best friend, navigating the complex world together, and doing it just with the power of friendship and imagination." John Goodman added: "I’ve always loved being part of Disney stories because there’s a timelessness to Disney’s storytelling – it's fun, it’s heartfelt, and it reminds families of what really matters. This wonderful short captures that same spirit perfectly." Waititi went on to discuss how it's the perfect film for Disney fans as it contains some nods to iconic characters and movies gone by. "It’s always nice and fun to be able to put in Easter eggs from other things too. I mean, at one point we had way too many! That kid’s bedroom was like she owned a Disney store! We had to scale that back a couple of times. "The Stitch mouth is fantastic. In the park scen…

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Best series to watch on Amazon Prime Video UK – November 2025
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date: 2025-11-06T15:04:44.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Drama
subject: TV
description: We've sifted through the noise so you don't have to!
encoded: Prime Video is one of the more established streaming platforms in a crowded market, carving out a niche as the home of gripping action dramas, offbeat superhero fare and high-concept comedies. In the last category, a recent highlight has been Charli xcx-produced comedy series Overcompensating, which should prove delightful to fans of Mean Girls, Superbad and Booksmart, among other coming-of-age misadventures. The series, which follows a closeted athlete at an American university, developed a huge following on social media over the summer, and was recently renewed for a second season on the streaming platform. Other recent additions include Maggie Q's Ballard, which spins out of hit drama Bosch, and The Assassin, starring Freddie Highmore and Keeley Hawes, who opened up about their working relationship in a recent interview for Two's Company. While it can be hard to work out what to watch, Radio Times have curated a selection of some of the best series currently available to stream on Prime Video – so get scrolling to find out more. The Girlfriend When a new girlfriend comes on the scene, Robin Wright's Laura is left disarmed when she starts to spot a number of coincidences and half-truths. Is Cherry who she says she is or is she simply putting her best foot forward to become part of the wealthy family? The clever two-pronged narrative in which the series is told throws up all manner of possibilities about who is the unreliable narrator, leaving viewers speculating about the truth till the very end. Overcompensating This coming-of-age story follows American college student Benny (played by comedian Benito Skinner) as he leaves behind his high school popularity and starts anew at the fictional Yates University. There, he’s faced with a big decision: should he continue playing the frat bro type that propelled him to prom king at his previous school, or is it time to present a more authentic version of himself by coming out of the closet? It isn’t long before he befrien…

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Disney reveals new Christmas advert from acclaimed Marvel blockbuster director – first look
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date: 2025-11-06T13:00:02.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: Christmas adverts
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: It's sure to be epic.
encoded: We at RadioTimes.com can exclusively reveal a first look at Disney's Christmas advert for 2025. The title is "A Disney Holiday Short: Best Christmas Ever," and it is directed than none other than Academy Award winner Taika Waititi. The poster (below) shows a gorgeous and warm family home which has been decked out for Christmas in a snowy setting. A young girl can be seen in her pyjamas giving an enormous cuddle to a rather unique-looking creature. It's not quite clear what the creature is made from, but appears to be some kind of doodle brought to life. Either way, the young girl is ecstatic to see it! The full short will be launching soon, so keep your eyes peeled for what it might mean! Last year's Disney's Holiday Short was "The Boy & The Octopus", a sweet tale of wonder and friendship which played on the enduring connections that generations of adults and families across the world have with Disney. That one was also directed by Waititi, who's returning this year once more. Many retailers and companies have already released their Christmas adverts – and there's some cracking offerings already. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.​

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Best Christmas adverts 2025: from Wallace & Gromit's cheeky ad with Barbour to John Lewis's tear-jerker
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date: 2025-11-06T09:00:15.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: Christmas adverts
description: It's Christmaaaaaaaaaaas.
encoded: The nights are drawing in and Christmas is certainly approaching – in fact, all that's left now is for shops to deliver their highly-anticipated Christmas retailers. With the festive period being extremely lucrative for retailers as millions flock to the shops for the perfect gifts for their loved ones, it's important to make sure their shop is front of mind for Christmas prepping. Wallace & Gromit have made a welcomed return to screens in Barbour's festive offering and the Grinch even pops up in Asda's ad. One that always gets talked about, regardless of tone, is the John Lewis Christmas advert, which has released uncharacteristically early. Needless to say, it's beginning to look at lot like Christmas. Keep this page bookmarked as we update it with the best Christmas adverts for 2025 from across the UK as they land. Wallace & Gromit x Barbour View oEmbed on the source website Barbour has teamed up with Aardman once again for a fun and festive advert featuring the beloved Wallace & Gromit. In the cheeky advert, viewers are transported to Wallace & Gromit's house where the beloved pup can be seen wrapping a present as best he can for his best pal. Wallace comes in with his new invention, the "Gift-o-matic", which can give gifts, wrap presents, pull a cracker and even unwrap a present for you, fully taking the stress out of Christmas. But in true Wallace & Gromit style, the gizmo doesn't quite work too well and is a little more powerful than Wallace hoped for - with hilarious consequences. Barbour's Group Deputy Managing Director, Paul Wilkinson shared: "We are excited to be continuing our partnership with Aardman for another year; a brand, like Barbour, that is renowned for its heritage, nostalgia, craftsmanship and meticulous detail. This year's film bring a light-hearted charm to Barbour's Original and Authentic Tartans including the Classic Tartan Scarf and the exclusive, reimagined Winterberry Tartan wrapping Wallace's ingenious Gift-o-matic. Whilst rooted in ou…

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Wallace & Gromit return in cheeky Barbour Christmas advert
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date: 2025-11-06T08:00:56.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: Christmas adverts
subject: News
description: The best Christmas advert of the year may have just landed...
encoded: Iconic fashion brand Barbour has teamed up with Aardman once more for their annual Christmas advert. For the past two years, Barbour has collaborated with Shaun the Sheep for some festive fun, but this time they've switched it up and chosen to partner with global icons, Wallace & Gromit. In the advert, viewers are transported to Wallace & Gromit's home, where the beloved pup can be seen wrapping a present for his best friend as best he can. Wallace, ever the creator, decides to showcase his new invention: "Gift-o-matic". The gadget can give gifts, wrap presents, pull a cracker and even unwrap a present for you, fully taking the stress out of Christmas. As ever, Wallace's creation is a little, well, off, and when he sets the machine to unwrap his present from Gromit, he gets a little more than he bargained for, when it also unwraps him of his clothes! In a sweet move, Wallace and Gromit both buy each other the same Barbour Winterberry tartan scarf for each other, which they wear straight away – and surely Wallace will be grateful after losing all his clothes, too! Barbour is celebrating all things tartan after a successful Autumn/Winter 25 campaign, Ode to Ayrshire. Each season, the South Shields brand finds new palettes to celebrate the pattern and this year, the Winterberry colour-way will make a perfect present – just as it did for Wallace & Gromit. Barbour are also releasing more Re-loved jackets in partnership with Oxfam – you'll be able to find them in stores or via an online auction. Speaking of this year's advert, Barbour's Group Deputy Managing Director, Paul Wilkinson shared: "We are excited to be continuing our partnership with Aardman for another year; a brand, like Barbour, that is renowned for its heritage, nostalgia, craftsmanship and meticulous detail. View oEmbed on the source website "This year's film bring a light-hearted charm to Barbour's Original and Authentic Tartans including the Classic Tartan Scarf and the exclusive, reimagined Winterberry T…

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What is the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 song? Artists and track revealed
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date: 2025-11-04T07:25:31.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
description: The latest advert is out.
encoded: It's officially Christmas now the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 is out! "Where Love Lives" is a poignant tale of a father and son who don't seem to be great at communicating but love each other very dearly. With the help of a perfect gift of music, a father is transported back into his youth and the son can understand who his dad is as a person a bit more. The ad this year breaks from tradition, slightly, as there are actually two versions of the same track which play in the film - both are excellent and will be no doubt stuck in your heads throughout the festive period. So, what is the song for 2025? And who sings it? Read on for all the details. What is the John Lewis Christmas advert 2024 song? The song for the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 is Where Love Lives by Alison Limerick. The house classic was released in 1990 and while the original does appear in the John Lewis advert, there's also a second version which is more akin to the "John Lewis style" (slowed down, with an emotional undertone to it) performed by Labrinth. Who sings the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 song? View oEmbed on the source website Alison Limerick and Labrinth perform the versions of Where Love Lives on the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025. Limerick's original version starts the advert as the father remembers his glory days when he was younger and carefree dancing in a club. But when the advert takes a poignant turn as he faces his life now with his son and the pair connect, Labrinth performs a slower piano-based version. Alison Limerick said of the advert: "I squealed when I heard that 'Where Loves Lives' would be in the advert - literally squealed like an excited child. Music has always had the power to bring all kinds of peeps together, but I hope this year's John Lewis Christmas advert will give those who see it a new, emotional connection with the song - especially with what Labrinth has created. His gentle version is just so beautiful; it’s sure to fill the heart with love.” …

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John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 breaks from tradition with 2 songs in poignant film
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date: 2025-11-04T00:01:18.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
description: It's now Christmas, officially.
encoded: John Lewis has today, 4th November 2025, released it's anticipated Christmas advert - earlier than expected. "Where Love Lives" is a sentimental offering from the retailer which focuses on a sweet and very realistic relationship between father and son. The tagline that accompanies the ad says it all: "If you can't find the words, find the gift." Find out more about the advert below. The song for 2025 breaks from tradition - well, sort of. There are actually two versions of the same song featuring, with the original club classic version of Where Love Lives by Alison Limerick kicking it off before a slowed down, reimagined version, by Labrinth takes over. Read on for all you need to know about the John Lewis Christmas advert for 2025. When was the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 released? The John Lewis Christmas advert for 2025 was released on Tuesday 4th November 2025. This makes for a break in tradition of recent years which has seen it launched on the second Thursday of November. Last year, the ad dropped on Thursday 14th November 2024. What is the John Lewis Christmas advert 2025 about? View oEmbed on the source website In the short film, created by Saatchi & Saatchi, we join a family on Christmas Day after the excitement of present opening comes the dreaded clean-up. A son is nervously awaiting the moment his dad opens the present he's thought so hard to buy him which is hidden under the tree, seemingly missed during the gift exchange. The dad opens up a vinyl of the iconic 90s track "Where Love Lives" by Alison Limerick and he's immediately transported back to his clubbing days with the song blaring out among hundreds of revellers. Poignantly, the music slows down as the dad spots his son in the crowd and remembers the lad as a toddler, and then as a baby, with the pride of parenthood beaming on his face. Back in the present day, accompanied by a slower version of the club classic, the dad and son embrace - without speaking, they are closer than ever thanks to…

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John Lewis Christmas adverts ranked – and the winner is not who you'd expect
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date: 2025-10-31T07:00:32.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Entertainment
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
subject: Christmas adverts
subject: Comment
subject: Evergreen
description: It's the most John Lewis-y time of the year, but which is its best advert of all time?
encoded: The nights are closing in and it's safe to say we're going to be spending a lot more time in front of the television, wrapped under a blanket. That also means we're about to watch a lot more advertisements from our favourite retailers as they vie for our custom over the busy festive period. One brand that always delivers a memorable advert is John Lewis, and the retailer pulls out all the stops every year to ensure customers remember their shop when it comes to buying presents for their loved ones. There's been 18 (yes, 18) adverts to date, ranging from the cute and cuddly to powerful tear-jerkers, and we at RadioTimes.com have taken it upon ourselves to rank them. So, while we wait for the next John Lewis Christmas advert, check out our ranking of all the previous entries below. Do you agree? 18. Shadows (2007) Cast your minds back 14 years and you might just remember Shadows. A sweet and snappy advert which showcased plenty of John Lewis's gift range in the form of silhouetting. Who would have thought a coffee machine and a feather boa could make a pretty convincing dog? Well, maybe Britain's Got Talent winners, Attraction... A far cry from the tear-jerking emotion-fests we're used to, but pretty punchy nevertheless. 17. The Feeling (2009) In at number 13, this is really the advert that started them all. This was the first to feature a dramatic cover while a cute sentimental scene played out on screen. This time, to the tune of Sweet Child o' Mine, kids open presents typically given to adults, prompting us all to "remember how Christmas used to feel". Ahh. 16. Clues (2008) Another one from the-before-times in at 12, with Clues, a cutesy advert with puns at the heart of it. With a cover of The Beatles' From Me to You at the heart of the advert, we met different characters and got a snapshot of their perfect presents – a tired man wanted a coffee machine, and so on. If only gifting really was that simple, eh? 15. Unexpected Guest (2021) During another difficult year…

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Coronation Street's Ben Driscoll has "difficult times ahead" as his family clashes
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date: 2025-10-28T12:00:32.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: News
description: The Driscolls will be trouble!
encoded: Aaron McCusker has spoken about his new exciting character on Coronation Street: Ben Driscoll. Ben will join Eva (Catherine Tyldesley) as her new husband in the Rovers Return as the new family in charge, along with their blended family and his mum, Maggie (Pauline McLynn). McCusker spoke to RadioTimes.com and other press about his new character, admitting he has lots of sides that won't all come out immediately. "I knew that Cath was coming back, and she'd been away for seven years, and she was coming back with her fella who was a rugby player,” he said. “I was told that they're in love, and they come with Ben's mum who's a bit of a point of contention between the two of them because I'm tied to my mammy's apron's strings.” He added: "I've been given certain storylines coming up that I can't talk about, but he's a good dad, and he's got every reason to be caught between his mum and Eva because he loves them both dearly – and there's nothing worse than being stuck there because I can see that Maggie doesn't treat her very well. “He's scared to step in because she was a single mum who brought him up. I dunno how he's going to cope with it but I can see difficult times ahead." With Eva and Maggie clashing and a new setting to contend with full of fiery locals, we don't envy Ben taking on the pub! Read more: Coronation Street winter preview: Driscoll family drama, Swarla "explosions" and Theo shows his true colours Coronation Street boss gives exciting update on Corriedale crossover Coronation Street casts Doctor Who star for role in dark Todd Grimshaw storyline Coronation Street icon reveals unexpected cameo appearance from classic character was cut from Jenny exit episode Coronation Street boss teases brutal character "sacrifice" as soap approaches 65th anniversary Visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add Coronation Street to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recomme…

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Coronation Street's Pauline McLynn reveals Maggie's second son who might turn up on cobbles
type: item
date: 2025-10-27T21:00:13.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: News
description: The Driscoll family could be expanding.
encoded: The Driscoll family have yet to set foot in the Rovers Return, but when they do, they're bound to bring plenty of drama to the cobbles. Eva (Catherine Tyldesley) will be joined by husband Ben (Aaron McCusker), children from various relationships, and mother-in-law-from-hell Maggie (Pauline McLynn) on Coronation Street. But it seems there's even more to that family! RadioTimes.com and other press heard all about Maggie and the Driscolls from McLynn, who confirmed her character has another son not yet on the cobbles. "Maggie has two sons – I haven't met the other one yet, but I know he exists," McLynn said. "Depending on what story needs to be told, we may meet him, we may not. But that's the brilliant thing about Corrie: families, communities, all the politics of it." Speaking about what her fiery character is like, McLynn admitted she didn't hear too much about Maggie before she started, but she's found out who she really is now. "I was told she's larger than life, and gets on with everyone," McLynn admitted. "Obviously, there are family dynamics – in every family there are, and maybe at some point the carpet will be pulled from under everyone's feet..." Maggie, being in the pub, will have the chance to meet lots of people, which is something McLynn is enjoying. She said: "It's such a wonderful place for your character to live. Corrie does this wonderful thing where, as new characters are seated in, the legends appear. Barbara Knox came in and gave me what felt like a benediction. “She said, 'I think you're going to do just fine.' I was thrilled, I had to be careful not to dribble while standing there in front of Rita! "There's also a wonderful bit where Tracy Barlow behaves badly in the pub and after she leaves, Maggie says, 'I don't know... there's something about her that I like.' I think she sees a lot of herself in Tracy." Watch out, Coronation Street! Read more: Coronation Street winter preview: Driscoll family drama, Swarla "explosions" and Theo shows his tru…

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Coronation Street's Catherine Tyldesley was asked to return to ITV soap before
type: item
date: 2025-10-19T20:00:19.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: News
description: Catherine Tyldesley will return soon.
encoded: Catherine Tyldesley is about to make her highly anticipated return to Coronation Street, and fans can't wait to see what Eva gets up to when she's back on the cobbles. The main change is that she's returning with a new husband and step-children (and a mother-in-law "from hell"), and she's going to be stepping into the pub now that Jenny Bradley (Sally Ann Matthews) has vacated it. In conversation with RadioTimes.com and other press, Tyldesley opened up on her return, explaining that she'd actually been asked to go back before, but the circumstances weren't right, until now. "I really meant what I said when I left, that I would love to come back because Eva is so much fun to play. It felt really serendipitous," Tyldesley explained. "I was in Malta filming and my agent said, 'Kate [Brooks] would like to speak to you about Corrie', and I assumed it was for someone's funeral and they'd want me to rock up. "Kate said, 'Would you like to be landlady?' and I screamed. I was really shocked. It's an absolute dream." Tyldesley added: "I've been asked before to come back and I always made a point of emailing the producers because it genuinely didn't work in the past because I had other projects. It all came around at the right time, on a personal and professional level, it felt right and I'm so thrilled to be back." She went on to explain how pleased she was to hear that Eva had been living a life full of love off-screen, with her husband Ben (Aaron McCusker). "They're deeply in love," Tyldesley said. "They've got this blended family and it's been nice. I assumed when I was asked to come back she was going to have loads of baggage and trauma but no, that's not the case. There are obviously things that have happened in her past that we might see further down the line but in general, she's been having a lovely time!" Tyldesley also praised Pauline McLynn, who's joining as mother-in-law Maggie, and will certainly stir things up. "When I'm watching what she's doing on set, I'll wa…

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Coronation Street's Channique Sterling-Brown opens up on ITV soap exit and why she has chosen to leave
type: item
date: 2025-10-17T23:01:26.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: News
description: The Dee-Dee Bailey star will be leaving after three years.
encoded: Fans of Coronation Street were devastated to hear that Channique Sterling-Brown would be stepping down from her role of Dee-Dee Bailey after three years. The popular character was a fan-favourite, and Sterling-Brown also won the award for Best Newcomer at the British Soap Awards in 2023. But the decision to leave was Sterling-Brown's, who explained why to press including RadioTimes.com. "I made the decision in spring, and it wasn't a rash decision," Sterling-Brown explained. "I took a couple of months from being offered my next year's contract to actually even respond. I felt really torn but I just had the sense that it was time. "I'm very led by my faith, so I really took my time over it and prayed into it, and I found a real sense that I had done what I'd come to do, I'd achieved what I was sent here to do, so it was time to be brave." Speaking about the future, the actress said she wants to explore her career and take on new challenges. "I'm going in with an open mind because I'm relatively young," Sterling-Brown said. "I would love to get on the stage again. Telly is amazing, but it's such a different experience to being on the stage. "I'd love to do a film, I'd love to do a drama, I'd love to do more comedy. It's such a big industry out there. I don't really have a wish list, but I do have private ambitions, which I'll keep." As for beloved Dee-Dee, Sterling-Brown remained tight-lipped on her final storyline, only spilling that "how it ends is right for her journey". No air date has been confirmed for Dee-Dee's final episode. Read more: Coronation Street winter preview: Driscoll family drama, Swarla "explosions" and Theo shows his true colours Coronation Street boss gives exciting update on Corriedale crossover Coronation Street casts Doctor Who star for role in dark Todd Grimshaw storyline Coronation Street icon reveals unexpected cameo appearance from classic character was cut from Jenny exit episode Coronation Street boss teases brutal character "sacrifice" …

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Coronation Street boss gives exciting update on Corriedale crossover
type: item
date: 2025-10-12T20:00:32.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Corriedale is currently filming.
encoded: Soap fans can hardly wait for the upcoming Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover, currently titled Corriedale, which is now filming. While details are under tight wraps on what's to come in the exciting soap first, viewers have been encouraged to keep an eye out for some clues in the coming weeks and months - in fact, John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth) has already been spotted in Corrie on a poster. RadioTimes.com and other press caught up with executive producer, Kate Brooks, who gave a little snippet of how filming's going. While trying to avoid saying too much, Brooks said: "Filming's been brilliant and we've got a brilliant director and scripts. The actors are loving it because it's so different and unique from what they've ever done before. The mood and camaraderie is really infectious! "I can't help but imagine what my mum is going to be like watching this episode. She'll be so beside herself because as a soap fan, the idea of sitting down with your two favourite shows with all your favourite characters in this massive, unmissable piece of tele, it's amazing. "Everyone's worked so hard on this behind the scenes. The cast have been amazing, but behind the scenes, it's been quite a feat logistically to get everything in the right place. It's a testament to how hard and how passionate all people are. Everyone's put their hearts and souls into it." There's currently no update on when it will air. Read more: Coronation Street icon reveals unexpected cameo appearance from classic character was cut from Jenny exit episode Coronation Street boss teases brutal character "sacrifice" as soap approaches 65th anniversary Visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add Coronation Street to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommend…

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Coronation Street winter preview: Driscoll family drama, Swarla "explosions" and Theo shows his true colours
type: item
date: 2025-10-12T20:00:26.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
description: Kate Brooks teases what's to come.
encoded: It's going to be a dramatic winter on Coronation Street, according to executive producer, Kate Brooks. RadioTimes.com and other press were told about the upcoming storylines set to rock Weatherfield over the coming months, including Christmas, and trust us, it sounds brilliant. The new Driscoll family aren't just at the centre of the pub, they're at the centre of the drama, too. Swarla fans might not be pleased to know that Becky's (played by Amy Cudden) will continue to try and tear Lisa (Vicky Myers) and Carla (Alison King) apart - but will she succeed? There's also a very powerful domestic abuse storyline coming up between Todd (Gareth Pierce) and Theo (James Cartwright), as the latter's true colours finally emerge with devastating consequences. That's just a teaser - read on for a full winter preview for Coronation Street. 1. Driscoll family drama There's all change at the Rovers Return pub as the Driscoll family make an explosive entrance soon on Coronation Street. Cheeky dad and husband, Ben (Aaron McCusker) and his wife, Eva Price (Catherine Tyldesley), ruffle some feathers among Weatherfield residents just by stepping foot on the cobbles, let alone taking over the pub! The pair are joined by Ben's mother-in-law (from hell), Maggie (Pauline McLynn), who speaks her mind, even if it's harsh. The family, joined by kids from both sides of the marriage, are a breath of fresh air on the street, and according to Brooks, will be at the heart of drama for the coming months and into Christmas. "[The Driscolls] love each other with a real fierceness and with a real protectiveness - there's obviously issues and dramas, as with every family, but at the heart of it, there's a loyalty to each other," Brooks explained about the family dynamic. "Going forward, you'll continue to fall in love with them becausr they're a light to watch. They've hit the ground running and they're so busy, because there's lots of stories for them." Speaking about the festive period, Brooks added:…

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Steph McGovern reveals hopes for TV adaptation of book - with very famous Teessider in lead role
type: item
date: 2025-10-03T10:00:00.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Books
subject: Exclusive
subject: Interview
description: Steph McGovern reveals her favourite ever books.
encoded: Steph McGovern is arguably one of the busiest women in the entertainment industry. In the midst of juggling various shows (including the newly-announced role as Crimewatch host), she's also firmly planting herself in the world of books following a successful debut and an upcoming appearance at Cheltenham Literature Festival. "In my job as a journalist, I get to interview authors and I'm obviously obsessed with reading, but to be going to one of the biggest book events to be interviewed as an author? It's just really surreal," McGovern exclusively tells RadioTimes.com. "I get more nervous about that than I do if suddenly I had to go and explain something complicated about fiscal policy." McGovern released her debut novel, Deadline, in July of this year to rave reviews. It follows a broadcast journalist, Rose, who has her earpiece hijacked by someone who is kidnapping her child. She then finds herself at the mercy of this figure as she tries to work out what's going on, and how she can stop anything truly terrible from happening. It's nail-biting stuff, and deeply-rooted in the world McGovern knows all too well. But it was also some words of encouragement from one very famous writer that got her over the finish line. "I knew I had this hook of a TV reporter being hijacked on air, but I didn't know why or who did it. Ann Cleeves gave me the confidence to let the characters tell me; that gave me confidence in writing because I didn't have everything set in my head and I thought you would probably have to be like that, so it was really liberating," McGovern explained. "I'm a massive crime reader, so I'm always thinking about the 'what if?'. So for me, my ordinary situation would be, at that point, being live on telly– the extraordinary thing would be it being hijacked." McGovern has now moved on to writing her second novel – and seems to be enjoying the process a lot. While she's leaving the TV set behind her for the follow-up, Rose, the lead character is coming with her…

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Gavin & Stacey icon to star in BBC's next Christmas animation as gorgeous first look is revealed
type: item
date: 2025-10-03T09:00:17.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Christmas
subject: News
description: Get ready to have your heart warmed.
encoded: As the nights draw in, attention is finally turning to Christmas and what we can expect to be glued to on TV. For the little ones, adaptations of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's fantastic stories have become a staple – and this year is no exception. The BBC and Magic Light Pictures previously confirmed that The Scarecrows' Wedding has been adapted for a festive feature, and a first look at 2025's animation has now been revealed. The lovely story follows Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay, who are preparing for their big day when trouble arrives in the form of the smooth-talking Reginald Rake. As ever, the voice cast is packed to the brim with stars of the screen, with Slow Horses actress Sophie Okonedo acting as the narrator for the story. Jessie Buckley will play Betty O'Barley and Domhnall Gleeson will star as Harry O'Hay. Gavin & Stacey favourite Rob Brydon, who's returning for his 13th Donaldson and Scheffler adaptation, will play the rogue, Reginald Rake. Brydon said: "I’ve been lucky enough to appear in every Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler adaptation so far, and Reginald Rake has to be one of the most enjoyable characters yet. He’s vain, charming, and utterly unreliable - a proper cad! Playing him has been enormous fun." Okonedo added: "What I love about The Scarecrows’ Wedding is that it feels timeless, it’s a story about love, loyalty and finding out what really matters. Narrating it has been a joy, and I can’t wait for families to enjoy it together this Christmas." Last year's adaptation, Tiddler, was seen by 7.3 million viewers and secured the highest Christmas Day audience share for a Magic Light Pictures film since The Gruffalo in 2009. Fans of the adaptations can catch them all on BBC iPlayer. The Scarecrows' Wedding will air this Christmas on the BBC. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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The Impossible Fortune review: A new dawn for The Thursday Murder Club
type: item
date: 2025-09-24T23:01:04.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Books
subject: Comment
subject: Review
description: The gang's back together, but dynamics have certainly changed.
encoded: The Thursday Murder Club may now have worldwide status thanks to Netflix, but in Coopers Chase it’s business as usual for Richard Osman’s unlikely detectives. The Impossible Fortune picks up after the devastating tragedy of the fourth book. Time has passed, but Elizabeth’s grief is still palpable. The gang reunites for a happier occasion (Joanna’s surprise wedding), though it isn’t long before Elizabeth is approached by the best man for help. Soon she’s drawn into a case involving a missing person, murders, and a fortune in bitcoin. And of course she has to bring the gang along for some help, being forced to rely on them a lot more than usual. The real strength of the series has always been Osman’s character work. The Last Devil to Die remains the series’ emotional peak, but this entry carries that thread forward, which proves a wise decision. Elizabeth, still mourning Stephen, isn’t as sharp as usual, and for the first time the investigation doesn’t belong solely to her. Instead, the others - Joyce, Ibrahim and Ron - step into the spotlight. Joyce shoulders much of the responsibility, rallying the group and making decisions herself, even when it puts her in danger. Ibrahim continues his curious connection with Connie the drug lord, a relationship that’s proving unexpectedly rewarding for them both. Meanwhile, Ron takes centre stage in the B-plot, wrestling with the reveal of his daughter’s abusive marriage and his own ageing body. His struggle with fading strength and identity delivers some of the novel’s most poignant passages, though admittedly leaving the reader wishing for even more. As ever, Osman uses the cosy crime frame to explore themes often overlooked in the genre: loneliness, loss and diminishing independence. Here, Ron’s journey of letting go of his old self and embracing a new one is especially affecting and the novel would be even stronger if readers were able to linger on these themes just a little longer. The mystery itself is more high-tech than u…

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ITV's long-running crime drama starring screen icon lands on new streaming service
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date: 2025-09-24T13:26:16.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: News
description: Another icon has landed on Disney+.
encoded: Disney+ just got a whole lot more northern as it has added an immensely popular crime series to its bulging catalogue. As part of an ongoing partnership with ITV, Disney+ now streams seasons 1-3 of hit detective show Vera, starring Brenda Blethyn in the lead role. For those who may have missed Vera, the long-running show follows the titular sleuth who has to solve complex and gruesome murder mysteries across the glorious landscape of the North East. Vera ran for 56 episodes across 14 seasons and came to an emotional end in January of this year. Along with Vera, The Tower has been added to the streaming giant, too. The Tower is set in the aftermath of the deaths of a veteran Met Police officer and a young Libyan girl who fell together from the roof of a London tower block and it's down to DC Sarah Collins to pick apart the complex case to solve what really happened on that fateful day. In July, The Walt Disney Company and ITV launched a unique initiative to carry each other's streaming services, which forms part of a promotional selection, titled "Taste of ITVX" and "Taste of Disney+". Disney+ has been uploading some of ITV's most revered shows and has plans to make the likes of Mr Bates vs the Post Office, Love Island, Endeavour and more available to subscribers. Vera's previous seasons are available to watch on ITVX and Disney+. You can also purchase instalments from any series on Amazon Prime Video. You can buy the first of Ann Cleeves's Vera novels here. To find out what else is on, check out our TV Guide and Streaming Guide or visit our dedicated Drama hub. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Adam Kay books in order: from fiction to non-fiction
type: item
date: 2025-09-23T06:00:21.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: Get to know Adam Kay's works in full, including his fiction, non-fiction and children's books.
encoded: You've definitely heard of Adam Kay following the success of his book, This Is Going To Hurt, which was later adapted into a BBC hit series. What you may not know about him is that he also had a series of successful children's novels to teach young ones about their bodies and medical marvels. Though Kay has predominantly worked across the world of non-fiction, he's stepped into the fictional space with his debut novel, A Particularly Nasty Case, which is a crime thriller about a doctor wrapped up in a serial murder mystery world. It just so happens to be the September book for the Radio Times Book Club, sponsored by Dr. Oetker Ristorante. There's one clear connecting theme between Kay's work in all its formats; it's always set in the world of medicine. Whether you're looking for a recommendation for a little one or something for yourself, here's the definitive guide to Adam Kay's work in order. Adam Kay books in order How to Be a Bogus Doctor (2011) (with Stanley Tedson) <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/This-Going-Hurt-Secret-Diaries-ebook/dp/B06XWDJRGS?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zWHRe7vggXU8KYC3Cpxita7tI0vd8m7uzXA_vYrgTjQHlxKzeMmuNVzwuX858MRZ5zXiGGp083XMyFnrVz_eyfWueKkQ4M-2RM2OBH31KF4gwkLiMCRoutVNNAXfgE3jKgaOgFzOn0piMysl5gTnAonSyTuUmmN-czVZbkRgbhrz1WJNyh0dQFAvc1Mm3idI8mhfl5klr3vdwzHYmPtfOieF1GcAY9YuGOalKhuqlYM.mYObCqLFmboofbn0_DrYgGIdGJpfLmfeTG8xWmArZq4&dib_tag=AUTHOR&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2297416" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">This Is Going to Hurt (2017) What Seems to Be the Problem with Adam Kay and Mark Watson (2019) (with Mark Watson) <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kays-Marvellous-Medicine-Gruesome-History-ebook/dp/B08YV65TZS?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zWHRe7vggXU8KYC3Cpxita7tI0vd8m7uzXA_vYrgTjQHlxKzeMmuNVzwuX858MRZ5zXiGGp083XMyFnrVz_eyfWueKkQ4M-2RM2OBH31KF4gwkLiMCRoutVNNAXfgE3jKgaOgFzOn0piMysl5gTnAonSyTuUmmN-czVZbkRgbhrz1WJNyh0dQFAvc1Mm3idI8mhfl5klr3vdwzHYmPtfOieF1GcAY9YuGOalKhuqlYM.mYObCqLFmboofbn0_DrYgGIdGJpfLmfeTG8xWm…

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The Summer I Turned Pretty movie: Release date speculation and latest news
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date: 2025-09-21T11:00:43.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Movies
subject: Amazon Prime Video
description: We're heading back to Cousins.
encoded: After the bombshell ending of The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3, fans thought we'd seen the last of Belly (played by Lola Tung) and Conrad's (Christopher Briney) romance but there is more to come. At a celebratory party for the final season, Amazon Prime Video confirmed there's still one more chapter of the story to tell and a movie is on the way. Making the announcement from Paris, France (where the dramatic finale mostly took place), author of the books the show is based on, Jenny Han, shared: "There is another big milestone left in Belly’s journey, and I thought only a movie could give it its proper due. "I’m so grateful to Prime Video for continuing to support my vision for this story and for making it possible to share this final chapter with the fans." Fans of the books will know – spoilers follow – they end with Belly's marriage to Conrad, so while details of the film's plot are being kept under tight wraps for now, with production due to start soon, we could safely bet we might see some more wedding planning for the Cousins gang. Keep this page bookmarked as we keep it updated with the latest news on The Summer I Turned Pretty movie. When will The Summer I Turned Pretty movie be released? So far, there is no confirmed release date for The Summer I Turned Pretty movie after it was announced on 17th September 2025. The good news is that Jenny Han will be penning the film, which has been dubbed "the final chapter", but she has suggested fans may have to wait a little while and ruled out a 2026 release. Han told Variety: "I don’t know when it will be out, but I don’t think it’s safe to say next year because we haven’t filmed it yet. I honestly, really want that extra time, because it’s just getting the actors a little bit closer to adulthood." She added: "We’re getting to see Belly at 15, turning 16, and then seeing her as this young woman. And now Lola is 22! I think that I always wanted some distance for the movie, so I’m really glad to get that breathing sp…

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The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 ending reveals important message on hit show's future
type: item
date: 2025-09-17T09:13:13.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: News
description: Will Belly and the Fisher brothers return? **CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY SEASON 3 FINALE**
encoded: **Warning: Spoilers for The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 finale** The Summer I Turned Pretty has ended after three seasons, with viewers finally finding out who Belly (played by Lola Tung) chose between brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). After years of back and forth, Belly finally came to the realisation that she loved Conrad, and really wouldn't ever stop loving him following a Paris reunion. Though she tried to push him away to his work conference in Brussels, Belly caught Con on the train and admitted her true feelings in a moment fans have been waiting years to see. As the series came to a close with a montage of Belly and Conrad enjoying a Christmas together in Paris, a note appeared on the screen from the author of the books the series is based on, Jenny Han. It read: "Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the love you've shown The Summer I Turned Pretty all these years. Whether you've been with Belly since the very first book or joined us with the show I'm so grateful you've made Belly's story part of your summers. "We've put our whole hearts into this show and we're so thankful to you for coming along with us on the ride. Maybe we'll meet again one summer in Cousins. Until then... All of my love always, Jenny." Does this suggest more episodes to come in the future? While the ending was satisfying and closed the central question of the show, fans undoubtedly want to see happily-in-love Belly and Conrad –and what happens next not just for them, but for Jeremiah and his new flame, as well as Steven and Taylor. The Summer I Turned Pretty is available to stream on Prime Video. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. Add The Summer I Turned Pretty to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=…

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A Particularly Nasty Case review: Adam Kay's debut novel is an instant classic with searing commentary
type: item
date: 2025-09-16T06:00:09.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: **Warning: contains minor spoilers for the Radio Times Book Club sponsored by Dr. Oetker Ristorante's September book.**
encoded: Adam Kay's debut novel <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Particularly-Nasty-Case-Author-Bestseller-ebook/dp/B0DCC9F1WB?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zWHRe7vggXU8KYC3Cpxita7tI0vd8m7uzXA_vYrgTjQHlxKzeMmuNVzwuX858MRZ5zXiGGp083XMyFnrVz_eyfWueKkQ4M-2RM2OBH31KF4gwkLiMCRoutVNNAXfgE3jKgaOgFzOn0piMysl5gTnAonSyTuUmmN-czVZbkRgbhrz1WJNyh0dQFAvc1Mm3idI8mhfl5klr3vdwzHYmPtfOieF1GcAY9YuGOalKhuqlYM.mYObCqLFmboofbn0_DrYgGIdGJpfLmfeTG8xWmArZq4&dib_tag=AUTHOR&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2294743" rel="sponsored" target="_blank">A Particularly Nasty Case may boast an unpleasant crime at its centre, but the book itself is a funny, charming and extremely readable piece of fiction. The former doctor-turned-bestselling author pushes his medical background to thrilling new limits in this smart (but not patronising), character-driven mystery. No longer saving lives, Kay now kills off his characters with chilling precision and serious flair. The story centres around Eitan Rose, a talented doctor who loves his job but his mental health often blocks him from performing it. When we meet him, he’s reeling from a breakup and resisting therapy—coping, but clearly adrift and haunted by the trauma of losing his sister when he was in training. When his boss dies unexpectedly, Eitan suspects foul-play and sets off on a mission to prove it's the case. While he's investigating (and falling in love with the charming Cole at the same time), more deaths in a similar fashion lead the inquisitive doctor to uncover the devastating truth. As a murder mystery, A Particularly Nasty Case is a slick offering, with the overtly medical tones to the investigation never getting in the way too much. In fact, Kay introduces characters who may not be as versed in medical ins and outs as he is to ensure there's a hearty amount of explanation which never feels patronising or alienating. Where the book really shines is in the characterisation and the use of perspectives. Readers first follow Eitan and his witty …

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EastEnders boss Ben Wadey teases "unusual territory" with one upcoming storyline
type: item
date: 2025-09-14T07:00:25.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: The EastEnders Executive Producer has teased some "soap firsts".
encoded: EastEnders boss Ben Wadey has promised some "soap firsts" in the coming weeks, teasing that the show is headed into "unusual territory". Wadey took over from previous Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw earlier this year and has already produced some moments for the ages, including the returns of Michelle Ryan's Zoe Slater and Jake Wood's Max Branning. Speaking to RadioTimes.com at the National Television Awards about what's ahead, Wadey teased that there's plenty more to look forward to. "We've got Zoe back in the show, and we've got Max, we've got so many amazing clans right now," he said. "We're really trying to just put heartfelt stories and actually some slightly unusual territory for us - and some soap firsts - at the forefront of the show. So I think watch this space. We've got some really interesting stories." Phil Mitchell actor Steve McFadden, who won the award for Serial Drama Performance for the first time ever this year, added: "It's lovely to see the young talent come through, and talent that hasn't been given a chance before, and I think that's what Ben's doing now. "He's giving new talent [a chance] and he's giving existing talent a chance, who have not run with big stories before." As for any more returns? Wadey's not giving anything away, telling us: "We've just brought back Zoe and Max. Let's enjoy them for the time being. But never say never!" The show has already reached new heights this year, with one of the most acclaimed recent storylines coming in the form of Phil Mitchell's mental health battle, which McFadden has said he was "honoured" to play. View Green Video on the source website "In all honesty, I just get the script and I just do the best I can with it, whatever story I get given," he told RadioTimes.com. "But this particular story obviously touches a lot of people. Those people that haven't got a voice, those people that people don't listen to, and to be given such an important storyline was an honour for me. "I'm very happy that it la…

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EastEnders boss Ben Wadey praises Phil and Nigel's "beautiful" bond and talks "tragic story"
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date: 2025-09-12T19:00:03.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: EastEnders
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Phil has been acting as his childhood friend Nigel’s carer on the BBC soap.
encoded: EastEnders boss Ben Wadey has opened up about Phil Mitchell and Nigel Bates’s “beautiful” bond in the BBC soap. As viewers of the show will know, Phil (Steve McFadden) decided to take on the big responsibility of acting as Nigel’s (Paul Bradley) carer earlier this year, following his long-time friend's young-onset dementia diagnosis. Phil has had his own mental health struggles this year, as he has been dealing with depression and attempted to take his own life in February, while viewers have seen his bond with Nigel help him hugely on his journey of recovery. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com at the NTAs, Wadey was asked what's in store for the duo in the future, to which he responded: "I mean, there’s so much for us to explore there. "It's a beautiful friendship, and Steve and Paul play it so brilliantly. And I think the audience and myself as a fan just invest in watching those two." He added: "And it's a tragic story of watching your friend slowly, you know, disappear from you. And I think a lot of our audience relate to that. And when you have amazing performances and amazing scripts, the audience just really engage in the kind of story that we're telling." <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/06/521448-aacf65e.jpg" width="4109" height="2977" alt="TITLE:EastEnders,EP NUMBER:7139,TX DATE:18-06-2025,TX WEEK:24,EMBARGOED UNTIL:10-06-2025 00:00:00,PEOPLE:Phil Mitchell (STEVE MCFADDEN);Nigel (PAUL BRADLEY),DESCRIPTION:***EMBARGOED UNTIL TUESDAY 10TH JUNE 2025***,COPYRIGHT:BBC PUBLIC SERVICE,CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron" title="521448,TITLE:EastEnders" /> Steve McFadden added: "Me and Paul love each other to bits as well, because we're very good mates. We're very fond of each other. That helps." Meanwhile, McFadden said depicting Phil’s mental health storyline had been an "honour". He said: "In all honesty, I just get the script and I just do the best I can with it, whatever story I get given. But this particul…

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Gavin & Stacey's Ruth Jones discusses working with James Corden again: "He's one of my best friends"
type: item
date: 2025-09-12T10:16:13.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: "I think he's one of life's lovely people."
encoded: It was a good night for the team behind Gavin & Stacey at the National Television Awards 2025, when they scooped the Comedy Award, beating the likes of Brassic and Mrs Brown's Boys. The show, which spanned 17 years concluded last Christmas and was spearheaded by Ruth Jones and James Corden who created magic together. RadioTimes.com caught up with the Gavin & Stacey crew at the NTAs and asked Jones about her working relationship with Corden, and whether they would like to work together in the future. "What do you think?" Jones laughed. "We've never made a secret of the fact we want to write together again and work together again. I love being in the room with James. He just makes me laugh! "He's one of my best friends and I think he's one of life's lovely people. So if I get to write with him again, which we will, then it's a bonus to our friendship, but the friendship is what comes first." There's good news for fans, as it's been reported Corden and Jones' next project will be for Apple TV+, called The Choir. While Jones remained tight-lipped at the NTAs, some details had previously been revealed. Corden is set to star as Ben, with Jones as Lisa, his estranged sister who he hasn't seen in many years while he's been living abroad. An event brings them together once more and he has to return to a life he didn't want, in a town he didn't like, and with a family he's estranged from. Gavin & Stacey is available to watch on BBC iPlayer. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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