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items: Lost in Space season 3 on Netflix: Release date, episodes and cast
items: Where is Escape to the Chateau filmed?
items: Dear White People season 4: Release date, cast, trailer, and latest news
items: The Repair Shop cast – meet the BBC show's experts
items: Who narrates The Repair Shop on BBC One?
items: Strictly Come Dancing 2020 line-up – Full list of confirmed celebrity contestants
items: How to watch Hocus Pocus this Halloween
items: Will there be a Watchmen season 2? Latest news
items: Will there be a season 5 of The Grand Tour on Amazon Prime?
items: How to apply to be on The Repair Shop
items: Does The Repair Shop charge for repairs?
items: Will there be a Dracula season 2?
items: What are the monsters in The Witcher? A guide to the creatures of the Netflix series
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Lost in Space season 3 on Netflix: Release date, episodes and cast
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date: 2021-11-30T14:35:12.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: It's the end of the Robinson family's journey.
encoded: Netflix sci-fi series Lost in Space will draw to a close with its third season this December – and fans have been given a glimpse at the final run with a recently released trailer. The three-minute clip teases all sorts of danger for the entire Robinson clan, with spaceship crashes and what looks to be a terrifying alien army, while Will is heard exclaiming, "Maybe the only way to put an end to this is to face the danger." Production on the series wrapped almost a full year ago in January 2021 and fans will undoubtedly be eager to find out how the space saga is going to end. View oEmbed on the source website An earlier official teaser trailer showed a shot of an empty spaceship, and included Will Robinson recording what sounds like a captain's log. "If you're watching this recording, there's a chance things didn't work out the way I hoped they would." According to the official synopsis, “the stakes are higher than ever and the Robinson family’s survival instincts will be put to the ultimate test". It continues: “After a year of being trapped on a mysterious planet, Judy (played Taylor Russell), Penny (Mina Sundwall), Will (Maxwell Jenkins) and the Robot (Brian Steele in a robot suit) must lead the 97 young Colonists in a harrowing evacuation — but not before secrets are unearthed that will change their lives forever." Based on the cult favourite '60s show of the same name, Lost in Space follows the Robinson family on an ill-fated mission that leaves them stranded in the far reaches of the galaxy. What follows is a struggle for survival, as they contend against robots, fuel shortages and other life-threatening challenges, culminating in a shocking cliffhanger at the end of season two. Read on for everything we know so far about the third season of Lost in Space. **DANGER, WILL ROBINSON! SPOILERS FOR SEASON ONE AND TWO BELOW** Lost in Space season 3 release date Netflix has confirmed that Lost in Space season three will be released on Wednesday 1st December 2021. The …

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Where is Escape to the Chateau filmed?
type: item
date: 2021-10-27T16:14:48.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: News
subject: TV
description: Everything you need to know about Château de la Motte-Husson.
encoded: Channel 4's Escape to the Chateau has returned for series eight, once again giving viewers a taste of the good life France has to offer. Following the lives of husband-and-wife Dick Strawbridge and Angel Adoree as they renovate their French castle home, the factual series has been a hit with viewers since it first aired in 2016. So much so, the couple filmed a spin-off, titled Escape to the Chateau DIY, which saw the pair visiting other chateau owners and offering them guidance on their renovations. Kicking off on 24th October, the new series will involve “more family adventures and awe-inspiring projects" with Dick and Angel creating a “luxurious bedroom in the original coach house” from the very first episode. But where is the series filmed? And what is the history of the Château de la Motte-Husson? Here's everything you need to know about Escape to the Chateau. Where is Escape to the Chateau filmed? The series is filmed in the Château de la Motte-Husson, which is located in the commune of Martigné-sur-Mayenne, in the Pays de la Loire region of north-west France. The chateau dates back to the 19th century, and boasts 45 rooms and and a moat – with the property spanning 12 acres. Long-time viewers will remember that Strawbridge and Adoree were able to snatch the deed for a bargain £280,000, back at the start of the series. At the time, the empty property had no electricity, heating or running water. When was the Château de la Motte-Husson built? The castle was used as a stronghold in the parish of la Motte, throughout the 12th, 13th and 14th centuries. In 1406, the noble Husson family gave the castle its name. The current exterior design of the chateau dates back to the 19th century, when the edifice was rebuilt to please the grander sensibilities of Countess Louise-Dorothée Baglion de la Dufferie, whose family owned the house as a summer getaway. For the latest news and expert tips on getting the best deals this year, take a look at our Black Friday 2021 and Cyber…

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Dear White People season 4: Release date, cast, trailer, and latest news
type: item
date: 2021-09-22T16:56:43.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Drama
subject: News
subject: TV
description: Everything you need to know about the final season of Netflix's acclaimed drama Dear White People, which stars Logan Browning.
encoded: The acclaimed series Dear White People returns for a fourth and final season this month - and not only that, but it will be a musical affair. If you've watched the trailer and wondering if the cast is really singing in Dear White People, then yes, cast members are indeed singing (not miming) in the musical fourth season, as confirmed by star Logan Browning in an interview with Insider. Dear White People, now on its fourth run, follows a group of black students at a fictional Ivy League university where racial tensions simmer beneath the surface. Satirising an America that is supposedly “post-racial”, the series starred Logan Browning as Sam White, an African-American student who leads the Black Student Union and hosts an outspoken radio show that gives Dear White People its name. The synopsis for season four reads: "Set against the backdrop of senior year at Winchester as well as a not-so-distant, post-pandemic future, Dear White People Vol. 4 finds our characters looking back at the most formative (and theatrical) year of their lives. Both an Afro-futuristic and ’90s-inspired musical event. Sometimes the only way to move forward is to throw it back." The show was originally adapted from the 2014 film of the same name, which starred Tessa Thompson and Tyler James Williams. Justin Simien, who directed the film, would later create and write for the Netflix series. Here’s everything we already know about the new season. Dear White People season 4 release date Dear White People season four is released on Netflix on Wednesday 22nd September 2021. Dear White People season 4 trailer You can watch the official (and musical) date announcement teaser here. View oEmbed on the source website Netflix previously released a short clip with some of the cast. The renewal was announced in a FaceTime video between the core cast-members. Marque Richardson, who plays Reggie Green, is seen breaking the news to the others. View oEmbed on the source website Dear White People season 4 plot …

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The Repair Shop cast – meet the BBC show's experts
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date: 2021-05-17T15:48:51.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
description: The hit object restoration programme has charmed viewers on BBC1 – but who exactly are the experts tasked with mending people's treasured possessions?
encoded: BBC reality series The Repair Shop has kept viewers entertained (and constantly welling up) since 2017, with its team of experts and their efforts to fix cherished family heirlooms for hopeful members of the public. Hosted by Jay Blades, the BBC One series sees professional craftsmen restore various items for those who bring them to the show's workshop – and with lots of different objects landing on the Repair Shop table, many different types of experts are drafted in to fix up the antiques. With series eight currently underway, here's everything you need to know about the cast of The Repair Shop. Jay Blades Upholsterer-turned-TV-presenter Jay Blades is the face of BBC One's Repair Shop and has been since it first hit out screens since 2017. Based in Wolverhampton, Blades runs his own furniture restoring company Jay & Co, for which he sources vintage crafted pieces of furniture and up-cycles them into works of contemporary design. As for his TV career, Blades presented Money for Nothing from 2017 until 2020 and currently hosts Jay and Dom's Home Fix. He's also appeared on Would I Lie To You, Celebrity Masterchef, Richard Osman's House of Games and The Wheel. Suzie Fletcher Suzie Fletcher is The Repair Shop's resident leather expert and a master saddle maker based in Oxfordshire. While she specialises in saddle repair, overhaul and retro fitting, she has also branched out into repair and restoration for leatherjackets goods and leather furniture. She first appeared on the show in series three, joining her brother Steven on the show's panel of expert. Steve Fletcher Horologist Steve Fletcher is The Repair Shops's clock expert – bringing his clock repairing skills to the workshop. The 57-year-old runs The Clock Workshop in Witley, Oxfordshire, and originally wanted to be a silversmith, but told The Telegraph in 2017 that his family couldn't afford for him to attend a silversmith apprenticeship. Instead, he inherited his family clock workshop and has appeared on The Rep…

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Who narrates The Repair Shop on BBC One?
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date: 2021-01-12T17:44:48.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: TV
description: The series that sees a team of experts repair broken or damaged possessions has been a hit for the BBC – but who is the voice behind the show?
encoded: BBC series The Repair Shop has become a sleeper hit for the channel, with the public loving the feel-good nature of Jay Blade's heirloom restoration show. While six series of The Repair Shop have aired on BBC Two and BBC One so far, the show has been narrated by two different actors over the course of its run – but who are they? Here's everything you need to know about the narrators of The Repair Shop. Who narrates The Repair Shop? In fact, the series has had two different narrators. Bill Paterson served as the voice of The Repair Shop's fifth series, which is 40 episodes long. He also narrated the first series and its Christmas specials, back when it aired on BBC2. Paterson is a veteran Scottish actor with numerous high-profile screen roles under his belt. In the cinema, he's appeared in Nic Roeg's Roald Dahl adaptation The Witches, and the 2006 film Miss Potter. On TV, he was recently seen in the BBC's hit sitcom Fleabag, playing the father of Phoebe Waller-Bridge's heroine. For series two to four of The Repair Shop, the narration was courtesy of Robert Pugh, the Welsh actor most recognisable to many for his turn as Craster in Game of Thrones. For the latest news and expert tips on getting the best deals this year, take a look at our Black Friday 2021 and Cyber Monday 2021 guides. The Repair Shop, which films in Sussex, asks people to get in touch if they have treasured heirlooms or objects that have been broken or damaged beyond normal repair. Successful applicants bring their items in, where a specialist restores them to their former glory. The series is presented by Jay Blades, a furniture restorer who also co-hosts Money For Nothing on the BBC, and has made appearances on Celebrity MasterChef and Richard Osman's House of Games. The Repair Shop on BBC One. If you're looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide.

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Strictly Come Dancing 2020 line-up – Full list of confirmed celebrity contestants
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date: 2020-12-18T14:08:00.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: Talent Shows
subject: TV
description: We have our four finalists!
encoded: It's officially the Strictly Come Dancing final, which means it won't be long now until one of the four finalists is crowned this year's winner. The Strictly Come Dancing songs and dances have been revealed and each contestant will be performing three routines - the Judges' Pick, their favourite from the series and a final show dance. As usual theStrictly Come Dancing judges will give their verdicts on each performance, and the scores will be added to the Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard. But the final decision will be down to the public when they cast their Strictly vote. So, who will walk away with the Glitterball trophy this weekend? Here's everything you need to know about our finalists - Maisie Smith, Jamie Laing, HRVY and Bill Bailey, as well as all the contestants who took part this year. Who are the Strictly finalists? HRVY Age: 21 Instagram: @hrvy Twitter: @HRVY Job: Singer Partnered with: Janette Manrara Popstar HRVY (Harvey Leigh Cantwell) was the 11th celebrity contestant confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing. He's had over a billion combined streams to his name and a social media following of over 10 million. After selling out two UK and European tours, the time came for HRVY to take on his next challenge: the dance floor. After being announced on KISS Breakfast with Jordan and Perri, HRVY said: “Being on Strictly is going to be such an amazing experience and I’m so thankful to be taking part this year. I think my mum is more excited that she’ll be able to see me every Saturday night now.” Jamie Laing Age: 31 Instagram: @jamielaing Twitter: @JamieLaing_UK Job: Reality TV star Partnered with: Karen Hauer He's back! After having to withdraw from Strictly Come Dancing 2019 due to an injury, Jamie Laing was given a second chance at glory. The Made In Chelsea star was announced on This Morning and made a couple of jokes about his ankle injury before revealing how thrilled he is to be a part of the Strictly family once more. Maisie Smith Age: 19 Instagram: @ma…

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How to watch Hocus Pocus this Halloween
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date: 2020-10-28T12:08:47.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Movies
subject: News
description: The 90s cult classic has become a staple of the spooky season – here's where you can watch Hocus Pocus online.
encoded: Halloween is just around the corner, and to get in the mood for spooky season, TV and film fans around the world are turning to some old favourites. While for many film fans that means digging into the scariest horror movies, Disney's 1993 comedy Hocus Pocus offers a somewhat less terrifying alternative – and always sees a surge in interest at this time of year. The film follows the Sanderson sisters, three witches who are brought back to life by the actions of a teenager and return to wreak havoc in Salem, Massacusetts, and has become a cult favourite despite originally bombing at the box office. In fact, the film has become so popular that a sequel has been greenlit, with the follow-up set to appear on Disney+ at some point in the future. In the meantime, read below for all the details about where to watch the original film. Is Hocus Pocus on Netflix? No, the film is not currently streaming on Netflix, but it is available on several other streaming platforms. How to watch Hocus Pocus Hocus Pocus is available to stream on subscription services Sky, NOW TV and Disney+. Sign up to Disney Plus for £5.99 a month or £59.99 a year. Sign up for a NOW TV Entertainment Pass for £9.99 per month. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&docId=1000784673&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-674384" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-stringify-link="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&docId=1000784673" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-geniuslink="https://buy.geni.us/Proxy.ashx?TSID=114542&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.co.uk%2Fgp%2Ffeature.html%3Fie%3DUTF8%26docId%3D1000784673%26tag%3Dradtim0b-21%26ascsubtag%3Dradiotimes-899615&dtb=1">Sign up for Amazon Prime for £7.99 a month with a 30-day free trial. It can also be digitally rented, with YouTube and Google Play offering the film for £1.99. Alternatively, it can be digitally purchased for £4.99 on services including Amazon, Google Play, iTunes, Rakuten TV and YouTube. And there's good news for tho…

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Will there be a Watchmen season 2? Latest news
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date: 2020-04-01T01:04:49.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: News
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: Find out everything you need to know about the future of Watchmen, the hit comic book superhero sequel
encoded: Who watches the Watchmen? Everybody, it seems - and they're having a great time doing it. HBO's high-budget adaptation of - and sequel to - Alan Moore's seminal comic Watchmen has been a smash hit, with critics praising the series for its storytelling and invention. Naturally, fans of the show, which shows on Sky Atlantic in the UK, have started wondering whether Watchmen will be given a second series. Though creator Damon Lindelof (The Leftovers) has given interviews entertaining the possibility of another season, he recently announced it was unlikely. Find out everything we know about Watchmen's future below... Will there be a second season of Watchmen? View oEmbed on the source website A second season of Watchmen could be on the cards - but not with Lindelof at the helm. The showrunner has said that he would support someone new taking over the reigns for a potential season two. "I would facilitate and embrace and do everything in my power to enable others to come forward and show their take on Watchmen," he said in an interview with ComicBook.com. He added, "I hope there's more Watchmen. I don't think it should be me." However, Lindelof had previously spoken out about how the first season was designed to be relatively self-contained, just as Alan Moore's original graphic novel was. As a result, there may not be scope for a second season in the immediate future. He told Entertainment Weekly: "I wanted everyone to know this is not the middle of the trilogy, this is not the beginning of a seven-season run. In my opinion, the best iteration of any season of Watchmen would mirror the original [graphic novel] in that it would be a self-contained story with the resolution of a fundamental mystery. He added: "There’s always going to be space for more Watchmen. I feel like this world is so expansive — hopefully more expansive now than it was before." In January 2020, Lindelof admitted that he has no intentions to return to the project at present, although he did give his …

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Will there be a season 5 of The Grand Tour on Amazon Prime?
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date: 2020-03-27T03:09:35.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
description: With another Grand Tour special on the way, here's everything you need to know about the future of Amazon's expensive car series
encoded: Petrol-heads rejoice! Another special of The Grand Tour is on its way, Jeremy Clarkson recently revealed. Amazon's car-based reality show, hosted by Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond, is returning for another lap following the release of season four's first episode in December 2019. The special, which was filmed in Madagascar four months ago, will be added to season 4 of the show, but here's everything we know so far about the special's release date and season 5. When will The Grand Tour return? The Grand Tour will be returning this month, according to Jeremy Clarkson with another special based in Madagascar. According to Clarkson at the end of April, the special was filmed "four months ago" and continued: "Give it to Amazon in three weeks, so if you want to know when the next instalment of The Grand Tour is coming up, ask Amazon, not us." The first Grand Tour special was last year: The Grand Tour Presents… Seamen. Will there be a season five of The Grand Tour come out? Yes! At least, that's according to Andy Wilman, the former Top Gear producer who now works on The Grand Tour. Back in July, Wilman made this post, on Instagram: View oEmbed on the source website Given that only half a year has past since the date of the post, it appears that there's still another year and a half of filming left to be done - which means fans can expect one or two more seasons of The Grand Tour to follow! Producer Andy Willman also said that he'd love to do The Grand Tour spin-offs, so we'll keep you updated with any news on that. Season 4 is still being released, however, with more specials coming in 2020 as announced on The Grand Tour's official Twitter account: View oEmbed on the source website What happened in season 4 of The Grand Tour? The Grand Tour's fourth season saw some major changes to the format, with the show shifting away from the traditional Top Gear-style live audience set-up, towards something more focused on adventure and exploration. That means they've …

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How to apply to be on The Repair Shop
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date: 2020-03-02T11:44:36.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: TV
description: Here's all the information you need to apply to the BBC's beloved fix-em-up series, where specialised experts restore treasured broken possessions
encoded: Except for maybe a broken heart, the experts on BBC One's The Repair Shop can mend just about anything – and audiences love watching them work their magic on all kinds of damaged treasures. But how can you get in touch with the service yourself? The Repair Shop is filmed on location in West Sussex, but unfortunately is not open for regular non-televised business. However, you can still apply to be featured on the series, by going to the 'Take Part' section on the BBC website. For the latest news and expert tips on getting the best deals this year, take a look at our Black Friday 2021 and Cyber Monday 2021 guides. How do I apply to be on The Repair Shop? You must be aged 18 or older to enter, and applicants need to fill out a form, answering a series of questions about themselves, the broken item in question, and their relationship with the item. You are also encouraged to upload a short video of yourself with the item. Alternatively, you can apply via more traditional means – by sending the same information by email to repair@ricochet.co.uk or by posting a letter to the address listed on the webpage: The Repair Shop Ricochet Pacific House 126 Dyke Road Brighton BN1 3TE Meet the The Repair Shop experts Does The Repair Shop charge for repairs? Who narrates The Repair Shop on BBC1? Rob Butterfield, the head of factual at Ricochet, The Repair Shop's production company, told Radio Times that "we don’t charge for repairs", adding: "If people wish to make a donation to charity we’re very happy with that, but it’s by no means necessary.” The series, hosted by furniture repair expert Jay Blades, offers the chance for people from all over the country to see their damaged heirlooms restored to their former glory by some of the UK's top craftspeople. The Repair Shop airs tonight on BBC One at 8pm.

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Does The Repair Shop charge for repairs?
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date: 2020-03-02T11:39:24.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: TV
description: The hit BBC1 series uses a team of experts to repair members of the public's treasured heirlooms and broken possessions - but do the contestants get charged?
encoded: Deep in the Sussex countryside, there is a place where no heirloom is beyond saving. The Repair Shop, which airs every weekday on BBC One, takes on the impressive task of fixing old, broken or damaged treasures. But the show has left many viewers asking the question: who pays for the repairs? Well, no-one does. The 'Repair Shop' is, in fact, a bit of a misnomer. Because the artefacts are all chosen for their sentimental value to the owners (and the BBC get a whole broadcast TV slot out of it), the Repair Shop and its experts do not charge people for its services. Rob Butterfield, head of factual programming at The Repair Shop's production company Ricochet, told RadioTimes.com that “we’ve found most people for the show through social media. For the latest news and expert tips on getting the best deals this year, take a look at our Black Friday 2021 and Cyber Monday 2021 guides. "We don’t charge for repairs. If people wish to make a donation to charity we’re very happy with that, but it’s by no means necessary.” What's more, the Repair Shop is not, in fact, an operational business. Many of the experts featured on the show – the professionals who specialise in fields like woodwork, toys, or jukeboxes – do, however, run their own private shops, separate to the one seen on the programme. Part of the reason The Repair Shop is so popular is because of its sentimental approach to repair. Even though the series has featured some expensive restorations – including a painting by Nigerian artist Ben Enwonwu and an oil portrait by CJ Frost – the pieces are selected because of their emotional connection to their owners, which often comes across on screen. Meet the The Repair Shop experts Who is the narrator of The Repair Shop? How to apply to be on The Repair Shop The Repair Shop airs tonight on BBC One at 8pm.

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Will there be a Dracula season 2?
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date: 2020-01-16T09:50:57.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Fantasy
subject: News
subject: TV
description: Will Claes Bang's Count rise again?
encoded: Is the BBC's Dracula down for the Count? The gory first series of the broadcaster's new Dracula adaptation has made viewers desperate for news about the show's future, but the finale seems to hint that there will be no more episodes. Sherlock creators Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat scripted the series, which draws heavily from Bram Stoker's seminal 1897 vampire story, while Danish actor Claes Bang plays the role of the villainous Count Dracula, following in the footsteps of famous on-screen bloodsuckers like Bela Lugosi, Christopher Lee and Gary Oldman. Find out everything you need to know about the rumoured second series of Dracula below... Will there be a series 2 of Dracula? Although the BBC are yet to officially confirm a second series of Dracula, Mark Gatiss had suggested in an interview with RadioTimes.com that the Count would indeed be making a return. "It's very hard to kill a vampire," said Gatiss, when asked about the possibility of a second batch of episodes. “Do you know what I mean?" he continued. "What they do is resurrect.” However, more recently co-creator Steven Moffat was cagey about future episodes. "That would be to give away how it ends, wouldn't it?" he said when asked about the series' future. "So you'll have to wait and see." And in Dracula's final episode, The Dark Compass, it certainly seems like the drama has ended for good... After realising that many of his vampire "weaknesses" are actually habits borne out of shame, Dracula is convinced by Sister Agatha (Wells) that all this time he's been running from death, and so the Count decides to end it all. Drinking the cancerous blood of Agatha's descendant Zoe (within whom Agatha has been conversing), Dracula willingly poisons himself as he kills both Agatha and Zoe. "After all this time, did you think I'd let it hurt?" he asks. One of the final shots of the series is a prone Dracula and Zoe, apparently both deceased, as their spirits converse on a different plane, and frankly it's hard to see …

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What are the monsters in The Witcher? A guide to the creatures of the Netflix series
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date: 2020-01-15T07:40:43.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Fantasy
subject: News
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
subject: On demand
description: Netflix's dark fantasy adaptation features many of the most popular supernatural creatures from the book and game series - here's what they are
encoded: The Witcher is out now on Netflix, and has already been impressing fans with its dark, Game of Thrones-esque approach to the fantasy genre. Based on the bestselling books by Andrzej Sapkowski, which were also adapted into a hit video game series, The Witcher follows the adventures of Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill), a skilled warrior who spends his time slaying a variety of deadly supernatural monsters. While some of his foes may be recognisable to the layperson - everyone's heard of dragons, I'm sure - there are many beasts that viewers will be less familiar with, created specifically for the Witcher universe. Here's a guide to some of the supernatural creatures Geralt comes up against... Kikimora These deadly insect-like creatures first appeared in the short story "The Lesser Evil". Described as having " “bony, clawed paws” and a “spidery form, covered by dried black hide", the creatures also have glassy eyes and needle-like fangs. The Kikimora (sometimes called "Kikimore) make their debut in the first episode of the Netflix series, having also appeared in the Witcher games, in which it is revealed that they are vulnerable to insectoid oil. The creatures are loosely inspired by a monster of the same name from Slavic mythology - a nightmarish female spirit that occupies a house and brings misfortune to its inhabitants. Striga The Striga only really features in one story in the Witcher books: "Weidzmen". A Striga is actually a woman who has been cursed to transform into a hideous monster at night - a lot like Princess Fiona in Shrek. It's another Princess that features in The Witcher's Striga plotline: Princess Adda, who fell prey to the curse despite being already dead. Striga are disfigured and deadly, with a diet consisting of human flesh. There is, however, one way to stop the monster. If someone is able to keep the Striga from its resting place until dawn, the curse is undone. Like many of the Witcher's creatures, the Striga are vaguely based on a real folkloric…

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Coronation Street's Jack P Shepherd says Shona "may never wake up again" after shooting
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date: 2019-12-27T00:01:46.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: News
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
description: David breaks down over Shona's shooting and faces a difficult legal battle
encoded: Coronation Street's David Platt (Jack P Shepherd) is pushed to the emotional brink after his wife Shona (Julia Goulding) dramatically falls into a coma, following the sensational Christmas Day shooting. While Shona was doing a treasure hunt in the Winter Wonderland on 25th December, she came under fire from Derek Milligan (Craige Els). Though she survived the initial bullet wound, Shona starts bleeding internally after undergoing surgery, and slips into a coma from which she may never wake up. Shepherd says his character is "told it’s not likely she’ll make a full recovery, they don’t even know when or if she’ll wake up and if she does, she'll probably be in a very bad way." But even though everyone is telling him to prepare for the worst, David is unable to give up hope. "He’s just married her and he reminds everyone that was for better or for worse, in sickness and in health, and he’ll stick by that no matter what. She’s his wife and if she never wakes up again he’ll still be by her side." At the same time, David has other pressing matters to deal with, as he is summoned as a witness in Josh Tucker's (Ryan Clayton) trial, in which he is accused of raping two other men. David is keen to see his rapist brought to justice, but is reluctant to leave Shona's side. Eventually, he agrees to testify, after Gail and Nick manage to convince him that it's what Shona would want. The trial doesn't go so smoothly, however, and David ends up lashing out and shouting in the courtroom. David has shown his darker side plenty of times in the past, and, according to Shepherd, there may be more to come from the character, who is going to have a hard time processing his grief: "He’s been through so much, there’s a lot of anger and frustration, then there are moments when he does lose it and breakdown." "You’ll see in the New Year," the actor said. "David on the edge is capable of anything, I’m really looking forward to it and I get to do my own stunts!" Visit our dedicated Coronation S…

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Who are the bakers on The Great Christmas Bake Off?
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date: 2019-12-25T17:00:00.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: TV
description: The special festive edition of Channel 4's cooking show brings back some familiar faces from previous years of the competition
encoded: 'Tis the season of gingerbread houses, mince pies and figgy pudding - could there be a better time to stage a special episode of The Great British Bake Off? The Great Christmas Bake Off sees presenters Noel Fielding and Sandi Toksvig return, alongside bakery specialists Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, for a one-off yuletide edition of the beloved Channel 4 cooking contest. This year, four contestants from previous series of Bake Off will be brought back to complete festive-themed baking tasks, vying for the title of Christmas Star Baker. The special will also feature a musical performance from Status Quo, who will be playing their hit, 'Rockin All Over The World'. (Yes, really) Here's a recap of the four bakers who will be returning... Tom Hetherington Tom Hetherington was 29 years old when he first appeared on the Bake Off. An architect by day, Tom came from a family of passionate cake-makers, from whom he learned how to cook. He appeared on the eighth series of Bake Off, which aired in 2017. The Scot failed to make it past the fourth round, however, when his Stem Ginger Caramel Shortbreads and Hummingbird Cake failed to excite the judges. Chuen-Yan "Yan" Chuen-yan, known as "Yan", was another contestant in the 2017 series of The Great British Bake Off. A laboratory research scientist from North London, Yan grew up in a Chinese household that would steam, rather than bake. She began to indulge her passion for baking in between 24-hour shifts at her job as an NHS molecular biologist. She ranked first in the technical challenge during the pastry round, baking Portuguese custard tarts, and received a coveted 'Hollywood handshake' in the pudding round. Her time on the series came to an end in the seventh round, when the theme was 'Italian'. Briony Williams Briony Williams came onto Bake Off in 2018 as a full-time parent who wanted to make her family proud. Writing online and posting pictures of her bakes under the pen name Briony May, she was inspired by the baking prow…

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Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special 2019: what are the songs and dances?
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date: 2019-12-25T08:00:00.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: Talent Shows
subject: TV
description: The BBC's much-loved dance contest returns for a festive special, but who are the pairs and what will they be dancing to?
encoded: They're going to have a (snow) ball. Strictly Come Dancing will have six of its most well-loved stars return for a one-off Christmas special. Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will return to host the special, which will air on BBC One on Christmas Day. Singer Liam Payne will also be crooning his way through a festive single. And it just wouldn't feel like Strictly without a few familiar faces on the judging panel. Series stalwarts Bruno Tonioli and Craig Revel Horwood will be on the panel, along with Motsi Mabuse and Shirley Ballas as Head Judge. Here are all the songs and dances the festive special has in store... Debbie McGee and Kevin Clifton - Quickstep to 'Jingle Bells' View oEmbed on the source website Chizzy Akudolu and Graziano Di Prima - Cha Cha to 'Get the Party Started' by P!nk View oEmbed on the source website Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Márquez - The Jive to 'I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus' by The Jackson 5 View oEmbed on the source website Joe Sugg and Dianne Buswell - Street Commercial to 'Sleigh Ride' by The Ronettes View oEmbed on the source website Mark Wright and Janette Manrara - Salsa to 'Christmas Wrapping' by The Waitresses View oEmbed on the source website Richard Arnold and Luba Mushtuk - Foxtrot to 'You're a Mean One, Mr Grinch' by Albert Hague View oEmbed on the source website Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special will air at 4:40pm on Christmas Day on BBC One

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Meet the cast of A Christmas Carol on BBC One
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date: 2019-12-24T20:45:00.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Drama
subject: News
subject: TV
subject: Christmas
description: The BBC's new adaptation of the classic festive story boasts a cast of faces you may recognise - but exactly where have you seen them before?
encoded: It's a story that never gets old. A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens's timeless festive novella, has been adapted time and time again for film and TV, but each new telling is always something to look forward to. The BBC's new adaptation, a three-part Christmas Carol miniseries airing in the run-up to Christmas, is certainly no exception. With a younger take on Scrooge and a host of impressive visual effects, the series, which is co-produced by American network FX, promises a fresh and exciting take on the tale of greed and redemption. Peaky Blinders writer Stephen Knight is the man responsible for adapting the beloved text. Here's everything you need to know about the series' cast and characters.... Guy Pearce plays Ebenezer Scrooge Who is Ebenezer Scrooge? One of the most famous and beloved literary villains of all time, Scrooge is the mean-spirited old miser who is visited by three ghosts in the middle of the night and has been portrayed countless times on screen, including by Alastair Sim, Michael Caine (in The Muppet Christmas Carol) and Bill Murray (in Scrooged). Was Scrooge always hot? A Christmas Carol rereading Here’s why Scrooge is younger – and hotter – in Steven Knight’s A Christmas Carol What else has Guy Pearce been in? Guy Pearce first rose to fame in the hit Aussie soap Neighbours, and broke through into film playing a drag queen in Australian comedy Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. He went on to star in a number of acclaimed Hollywood movies, including LA Confidential, Christopher Nolan's Memento, and The Road. More recently, he has starred in Iron Man 3, and Mary Queen of Scots earlier this year. Andy Serkis plays the Ghost of Christmas Past Who is the Ghost of Christmas Past? The first of the three spirits to visit Scrooge before Christmas, the Ghost of Christmas Past is responsible for whisking old Ebenezer back in time, to observe his life when he was younger and more innocent. The character has been played by both male and female actors down the …

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Real-life travel destinations seen in the Star Wars films
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date: 2019-12-23T19:41:48.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Movies
subject: News
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Star Wars (franchise)
description: You can explore the exotic Star Wars universe right here on terra firma...
encoded: By Claire Webb Star Wars might be set in a galaxy far, far away, but fans on planet Earth can visit many of the intergalactic saga’s striking locations. Though most of the latest film, Star Wars Episode IX: the Rise of Skywalker, was filmed in Pinewood Studios, rumour has it that Jordan’s Wadi Rum desert valley and the Scottish Highlands appear. And in recent years, the billion-pound sci-fi franchise has landed in every continent bar Australia and Antarctica. Scenes have been shot in deserts and on glaciers, in jungles and up mountains, and at popular holiday destinations: the Maldives, Italy’s Lake Como and Ireland’s rugged west coast. Jyn's visit to Jedha in Rogue One As well as supposedly appearing in the Rise of Skywalker, Wadi Rum’s fiery-red sand dunes and towering rock formations also had a cameo in the Star Wars spin-off Rogue One, when the film’s young heroine Jyn Erso travelled to a desert moon called Jedha. It’s not the first time Jordan’s otherworldly nature reserve has attracted Hollywood directors: Lawrence of Arabia, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, The Martian and, most recently, Disney’s live-action Aladdin remake were also shot there. Wadi Rum’s lunar landscape is only an hour’s drive from the Red Sea resort of Aqaba and is best explored on a camel trek or jeep tour. At night you can bed down under the stars in a Bedouin tent or a safari-style camp. The ancient wonder of Petra is nearby: the city’s temples and tombs were carved into a pink-hued sandstone mountain by the Nabataean people some 2,000 years ago. Anakin and Padmé's wedding in Attack of the Clones A baroque mansion on the western shore of Lake Como was the setting for Anakin’s wedding to Padmé (Natalie Portman) in Episode II: Attack of the Clones and also appeared in the 2006 Bond movie Casino Royale. Accessible only by foot or boat taxi, Villa del Balbianello and its impeccably manicured garden are open to the public from mid-March to mid-November. Only 40km north of Milan, Como is I…

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Star Wars' John Boyega seems to confirm Rise of Skywalker fan theory
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date: 2019-12-23T15:20:20.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Movies
subject: News
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Star Wars (franchise)
description: **CONTAINS SPOILERS**
encoded: John Boyega has dropped a major hint that seems to confirm the fan theory that his Star Wars character, Finn, is Force-sensitive. Posting on Twitter, Boyega said: "No... Finn wasn't going to say I love you before sinking." View oEmbed on the source website The comment refers to a scene in The Rise of Skywalker when Finn is caught in a quicksand-like trap, and tries to say something important to Rey (Daisy Ridley) before he is completely submerged. While some fans have speculated that Finn was about to profess his love for his Jedi friend - following through with a romantic dynamic that was first hinted at when the characters were introduced in 2015's The Force Awakens - others have suggested that he was actually going to say that he was blessed with Force-sensitivity. The Rise of Skywalker director JJ Abrams has reportedly suggested this theory may be the case, apparently telling a fan after a Q&A that Finn had indeed intended to tell Rey that he was Force-sensitive - although the film itself never reveals this information. Star Wars – The Rise of Skywalker: Rey’s origins explained Billy Dee Williams says Rise of Skywalker isn’t the end of Star Wars In the world of Star Wars, everything is guided by the Force, a spiritual current that runs throughout the living universe. Characters who are Force-sensitive are gifted with special powers, and those who are most attuned to the Force can become lightsaber-wielding Jedi. There are several clues that Finn might be Force-sensitive already laid in the series. In The Rise of Skywalker, Finn speaks reverently about The Force to Jannah (Naomi Ackie), and later scenes imply he is tapping into a connection with the Force. Another hint can be seen in The Force Awakens, when he (somewhat successfully) wields a lightsaber in a fight - something we very rarely see non-Jedi do. While some fans have doubts whether Finn, a reformed Stormtrooper, has the potential to become a Jedi, there are existing examples in the Star Wars universe o…

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Gavin & Stacey stars drank real booze in Christmas party scenes
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date: 2019-12-23T13:39:47.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Comedy
subject: News
subject: TV
description: James Corden encouraged the cast to enjoy a drink before filming the dancing scenes in the upcoming Gavin and Stacey Christmas revival
encoded: There's nothing new about the characters on Gavin & Stacey enjoying a drink or two - but what about the actors who play them? It's been revealed that co-writer and actor James Corden encouraged the cast to drink real alcohol while filming a boozy party scene for the upcoming Gavin & Stacey Christmas special. Gavin & Stacey festive special spoiler-free preview: “A Christmas miracle” What happened in the last episode of Gavin and Stacey? Robert Wilfort, who plays Jason on the series, said: "Because we didn’t have any lines and we were just enjoying ourselves, we did all have a drink. It was James’s idea! It was really lovely. It wasn’t Archers and lemonade!" Melanie Walters, the actor who plays Gwen, added that the drinks loosened people up for "all the singing and dancing." "There was no effort involved! I think that transfers to the screen," she said. Gavin & Stacey, which ran for three series on the BBC from 2007 to 2010, told the story of two dysfunctional families - one from Essex and the other from Wales - who come together after the titular couple fall in love. After a nearly decade-long hiatus, the series is returning for a one-off Christmas special, for which it is bringing back its original cast members, including Matthew Horne, Joanna Page, Rob Brydon, Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb, as well as Ruth Jones, who co-wrote the series with Corden. The special includes a joyous partying scene filmed in a real pub - which is where the cast let themselves enjoy a tipple. "It was just one of the loveliest days I’ve had on set filming with everyone," said Wilfort. Gavin & Stacey returns to BBC One on Christmas Day at 8:30pm

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Orderrrr! John Bercow to deliver Channel 4's alternative Christmas message
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date: 2019-12-23T11:58:33.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: TV
description: The former Speaker of the House of Commons will preach a message of tolerance and civility in Channel 4's alternative to the Queen's speech
encoded: Former Speaker of the House of Commons John Bercow is set to deliver this year's Alternative Christmas Message on Channel 4. The broadcast, which runs simultaneously with the traditional Queen's speech on BBC One and ITV, will see the politician - who became a media personality through his bombastic parliament manner and headline-grabbing Brexit decisions - present a message of democracy and civility. What's on TV this Christmas 2019? Reflecting on a divisive year in global and national politics, Bercow says: "All around the world, populism - and the promise of simple solutions to complex problems - has taken hold with a vice-like grip." View oEmbed on the source website "Don’t get me wrong, it’s crucial for everyone to be free to say what they think and for politicians to respond. But democracy shouldn’t be about decibel levels." "Before you say anything, yes, I’ve been known to raise my voice – but that was just to keep order!" he jokes, alluding to his Commons catchphrase. Bercow also discusses the need to re-establish a "civility of discourse" in UK politics, and states that contrary to public perception, the majority of politicians are simply well-intentioned public servants, trying to do right by their constituents. Channel 4's Alternative Christmas Message has aired every year since 1993, and has featured a diverse list of presenters, including former President of Iran Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, children who survived the Grenfell Tower Disaster, the Reverend Jessie Jackson and The Simpsons. Last year's speech was delivered by Danny Dyer. It has been a whirlwind year for Bercow personally, as his involvement in the parliamentary Brexit proceedings placed him front-and-centre in the political news cycle. After stepping down as Speaker - having occupied the role for 10 years - Bercow has discovered a promising career as a media personality, and was even briefly tipped to star in the recent series of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!. The Alternative Christmas Mes…

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A Christmas Carol splits audiences with a sweary, innovative take on Dickens
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date: 2019-12-23T10:51:47.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Drama
subject: News
subject: TV
description: The Dickens classic has been given a fresh spin in the BBC's three-part miniseries - here's what people have made of the changes
encoded: "Bah, humbug" doesn't quite cover it. The BBC's new adaptation of A Christmas Carol has ditched the traditional Dickensian patter in favour of more anachronistic, coarse language - a move which has proved divisive with its audience. The three-part series, airing on BBC One, is based on Charles Dickens' classic Victorian novella about Ebeneezer Scrooge, the Christmas-hating miser who is visited by three spirits one winter night. The cast includes Guy Pearce (Memento) as Scrooge, Andy Serkis (War for the Planet of the Apes) as the Ghost of Christmas Past and Stephen Graham (This is England) as Jacob Marley. After the first episode was broadcast, however, many viewers took to Twitter to comment on the show's re-vamped lexicon... View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website Some people were quick to point out the similarities between Pearce's Scrooge and Withnail, Richard E. Grant's foul-mouthed, trenchcoat-wearing misanthrope from the cult 1987 film Withnail and I: View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website A Christmas Carol was written by Steven Knight, the creative voice behind the hit BBC crime series Peaky Blinders - which might account for some of the grittier changes. Nevertheless, the adaptation remains faithful to the original text in many ways, even including some figures from the novella that are usually omitted from screen adaptations - such as Kayvan Novak's Ali Baba, who appears to Scrooge when he revisits his book-loving childhood self. Many who watched the first episode were impressed by what they saw, citing the acting and moody cinematography, and heaped praise on the show on social media... View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website Do the changes constitute a much-needed update of Dickens' essentially dark tale, or a sacrilegious butchering of a…

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The true story behind Netflix documentary The Devil Next Door
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date: 2019-12-19T17:01:37.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Documentaries
subject: Drama
subject: News
subject: True Crime
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
description: What are the facts behind Netflix's gripping documentary about an Ohio mechanic accused of being the sadistic Nazi executioner known as 'Ivan the Terrible'
encoded: Five-part Netflix documentary The Devil Next Door tells the remarkable true story of John Demjanjuk, a Ukrainian mechanic living in Cleveland, Ohio, who was placed on trial on suspicion of having been 'Ivan the Terrible', a sadistic Nazi prison camp guard during the Second World War. With Demjanjuk now deceased, many people remain uncertain as to whether he really was who he was accused of being, and The Devil Next Door pulls back from making any definitive assertions about the case. Because Demjanjuk died while an appeal was pending, he is presumed to be innocent by German law. The documentary is inspired by the book The Right Wrong Man by Lawrence Douglas. Here's what we know about the fascinating real-life court case... Read More: Netflix's best true crime documentaries Who was John Demjanjuk? Born in Ukraine in 1920, Demjanjuk survived the nation's terrible famine to be drafted into the Soviet military in 1940. After he was captured by the Nazis in 1942, the facts of his live become a little more hazy. As seen in The Devil Next Door, there are various, conflicting pieces of testimony that locate Demjanjuk at a number of different Nazi concentration camps before the end of the war. After the Second World War was over, the ex-soldier emigrated with his wife to the USA in 1952, finding employment as an auto-worker in suburban Ohio and becoming a naturalised citizen in 1958. In the 1970s, however, the American government claimed they had uncovered evidence that Demjanjuk was not the unwilling prisoner-turned-concentration-camp-guard he had claimed to be but was in fact 'Ivan the Terrible', one of the most infamously sadistic executioners of the Nazi regime. What happened during Demjanjuk's trial? His first trial, which took place after Demjanjuk was extradited to Israel in 1981, was heavily publicised across the world. Several witnesses identified the accused as 'Ivan the Terrible', who was reported to have been Ukrainian. In 1988, he was convicted, and sentenced to…

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Carina wins The Apprentice 2019: "I'm not trying to be the next Greggs"
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date: 2019-12-18T22:05:58.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
description: Artisan baker Carina Lepore was crowned the winner of The Apprentice 2019 in a dramatic finale - here's what she had to say about her future
encoded: Carina Lepore has won The Apprentice 2019, beating 15 other contestants to claim the top prize – a £250,000 investment in her artisan bakery and a business partnership with Lord Sugar. The last 12 weeks have featured a gruelling list of mettle-testing tasks, such as organising South African tourism tours and running a corporate away day on a steam train. In the final, Carina was pitted against recruitment company owner Scarlett Allen-Horton. Both candidates had to prepare a high-pressure business pitch, which was delivered to Lord Sugar and a panel of experts. As has been the case in previous series, previously fired candidates returned to aid both finalists in their task. In the last boardroom segment of the series, Lord Sugar weighed up advice from his two aides Karren Brady and Claude Littner before delivering his decision. "Shops, I’ve never had", he admitted. "The only thing going for you is that it’s food and that when you look at the high street these days that’s all it’s packed with – food. "I’m trying to think of the scaling up of your business, but I like the idea of more bread – so Carina, you’re going to be my business partner.” Speaking to RadioTimes.com afterwards, Carina said: "I’m so excited, I cant wait to start building the empire. There’s going to be new shops in 2020. Hopefully get Dough’s Bakehouse in other locations. "Me and Lord Sugar are thinking of sticking in a five mile radius for the instantly new shops just so we can transport the goods as fresh as possible. There is that artisan feel, and that family feel." But would the extra investment mean her bakery will start feeling more like other chain bakeries? "No," she says. "It’s definitely not going to be going down that fast food route. That’s why I put Greggs on my business plan. I see Greggs as a fast food, you’re rushing, there’s not that feel of sitting in and ambience. "That’s not what they're known for and I wouldn’t want to move that way because I’ve got to stick to what I believe i…

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Where was ITV thriller Sticks and Stones filmed?
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date: 2019-12-18T20:45:00.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Drama
subject: News
subject: TV
description: The drama about the dark consequences of workplace bullying is set in Reading - but where is it filmed? Find out everything here...
encoded: The scenery may not be the first thing you notice when you watch Sticks and Stones, ITV's unsettling take on the issue of workplace bullying. But the immersive setting has nevertheless left some people wondering where exactly the three-part series is set – and where it was filmed. Sticks and Stones sees businessman Thomas Benson (Ken Nwosu) pushed to the brink of insanity by his colleagues after a work presentation goes hideously wrong. Described in the RadioTimes.com review as "anxiety-inducing", the series is set in Reading, in Berkshire, although it's actually filmed elsewhere. The office block that serves as the primary setting for much of the action in Sticks and Stones is actually in Hook, a small town in the county of Hampshire. Rather than relying on a studio set, the production crew scouted an abandoned office block and restored part of it to working order, decorating it to mimic the look and feel of a real office. The town is reasonably close to Reading, and so the scenery visible out the office windows chimes perfectly with the story's setting. Hampshire was also the location for the set of Thomas Benson's family home. The domestic setting was filmed in Aldershot, in a real residential house. There are also segments of the programme that were filmed in Surrey – including in the little-known village of Ripley. In 2018, news reports revealed that the usually peaceful village had played host to a tense car chase scene, now confirmed to be part of the ITV thriller. Sticks and Stones airs Monday 16th-Wednesday 18th December at 9pm on ITV

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The 10 most complained about TV moments of the decade - from Love Island to Sky News
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date: 2019-12-18T16:20:16.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Current Affairs
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: TV
description: Broadcasting regulator Ofcom has published its list of the most controversial programmes of the 2010s, according to viewers
encoded: TV viewers do love to complain. At least, that's according to Ofcom, who have released some fascinating statistics from the last decade spent moderating the UK's broadcast television channels. 2019 has seen plenty of complaints made to Ofcom – sparked by incidents ranging from a Channel 4 documentary accused of being biased against cyclists to the sexualised content of the Pussycat Doll's performance on the final of The X Factor: Celebrity. But most of this year's scandals pale in comparison when it comes to the number of complaints received for certain cases from across the decade as a whole. Here's a list of the 10 most controversial TV moments of the decades, according to Ofcom... 10. Sky News with Kay Burley, Sky News 5th June 2015 – 1,838 complaints View oEmbed on the source website In the aftermath of the Alton Towers roller coaster crash, which seriously injured four people in 2015, Chief Executive of Merlin Entertainment Nick Varney appeared on Sky News for an interview with Kay Burley. At one point, Varney refused to say whether or not one of the victims had lost a limb, and expressed his sympathies, to which Burley responded: “Why not? Sir, sir, I’m sure they are not interested in your sympathy at this stage." It's an understandably sensitive topic, and nearly 2,000 people complained – but Ofcom said there was no grounds for an investigation into the news anchor's interview style. 9. Big Brother, Channel 5 24th June 2015 – 2,024 complaints The hit reality show received many complaints about bullying during its 2015 series, with most arriving after housemates Helen Wood and Marc O'Neill described fellow contestant Brian Belo as looking "like a murderer and a rapist." The offensive remarks led to Belo leaving the show after breaking down in tears in the diary room, calling Wood and O'Neill "bullies". Big Brother issued a warning to its housemates for the jibes, but Ofcom decided not to open a formal investigation. 8. The Wright Stuff, Channel 5 6th to 8th De…

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Michael Barrymore forced to quit Dancing On Ice to be replaced by Radzi Chinyanganya
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date: 2019-12-18T12:40:46.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
description: The comedian has officially pulled out of the upcoming ITV dance competition, with former Blue Peter presenter Chinyanganya taking his spot
encoded: Michael Barrymore has been forced to quit the upcoming season of Dancing on Ice after breaking his wrist, with former Blue Peter presenter Radzi Chinyanganya stepping in to replace him. The comedian and TV presenter had been preparing to star on the twelfth series of the ITV reality competition, which starts in January 2020. But ITV have confirmed that, after sustaining the injury in training, Barrymore had no choice but to withdraw from the show. Chinyanganya will be partnered by professional skater Jessica Hatfield. Barrymore will still feature in Dancing on Ice on Christmas, the festive special which airs on ITV this Sunday, but was pre-recorded last week. He released a statement about his withdrawal: “Shortly after shooting the Dancing On Ice Christmas Special I took a tumble whilst rehearsing for the January shows. After the fall, I thought I had sprained my wrist but it turns out that it is broken. Unfortunately, the medics have told me that I cannot compete. "I am absolutely devastated; I have loved every second of the journey so far with my wonderful dance partner Alex Murphy and the support from the public has been overwhelming. "I have been fortunate enough to work with such a great bunch of people over the previous few months; trainers, celebrities, pro skaters, the judges, Holly and Phil and the incredible production team at ITV who really are exceptional and help to make it the fantastic show that it is. "I shall be in the studio for the first show on Sunday 5th January and hope to make other appearances throughout. I would like to wish the whole of Dancing On Ice 2020 the best of luck.” While this is sure to come as a bitter disappointment to the 67-year-old comic and his fans, it is at least good news for Chinyanganya, who had said: "I am thrilled and privileged to be part of the Dancing On Ice 2020 cast. I am absolutely gutted for Michael, who is one of my all-time favourite TV presenters, and I wish him a speedy recovery. "I've only got two weeks to…

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Over 2 million sign petition to remove Netflix comedy about gay Jesus
type: item
date: 2019-12-18T12:13:29.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Comedy
subject: News
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
description: Brazilian Netflix comedy special The First Temptation of Christ has stirred outrage with its depiction of a gay Jesus and a weed-smoking Mary Magdalene
encoded: A Netflix Christmas comedy special which portrays Jesus Christ as a gay man has prompted outrage in Brazil's Christian community, leading to an online petition to have it removed – which has gained more than two million signatures. The First Temptation of Christ was created by Porta dos Fundos, a Brazilian YouTube comedy channel that has been known for producing provocative religious satires in the past. The new 46-minute offering focuses on Jesus's surprise birthday party and his relationship with Orlando, his flamboyant boyfriend. While Jesus first tries to conceal Orlando from his friends and relatives, he later welcomes him to the party and ends up singing a sexually suggestive musical number. Also included in the cast of characters is Mary Magdalene, who is shown to be an avid marijuana user. The Change.org petition, which calls for Netflix to remove the special from their streaming catalogue and apologise, has been signed by more than 2 million people already. It alleges that the special is offensive to Christians. Porta dos Fundos have over 16 million subscribers on YouTube, and have remained defiant in the face of the backlash. In a statement, the group said: "Porta dos Fundos values artistic freedom and humor through satire on the most diverse cultural themes of our society and believes that freedom of expression is an essential construction for a democratic country." Porta dos Fundos won an International Emmy Award for Best Comedy Web Television Special for their previous Christmas special, titled The Last Hangover. The First Temptation of Christ can be watched now on Netflix

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Will there be a second series of Gold Digger on BBC One?
type: item
date: 2019-12-17T20:30:06.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Drama
subject: News
subject: TV
description: ***Spoilers ahead for the ending of Gold Digger series 1***
encoded: The truth always comes out in the end. In the final episode of Gold Digger's first season, the BBC One mystery-drama brought a couple of major revelations and tied up some loose ends, before settling into an unexpectedly happy ending. Fans of the series reacted with surprise to some of the plot developments, with some wondering whether the BBC would renew the programme for another run of episodes... View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website View oEmbed on the source website Will there be a second series of Gold Digger? RadioTimes.com is currently waiting for confirmation from the BBC one way or the other about whether there will be a second season of Gold Digger, although the nature of the series one finale suggests that Julia and Benjamin's story may have already come to an end. Fans spent much of the first season doubting Benjamin's (Ben Barnes) motives when he started dating Julia (Julia Ormond), a woman three decades his senior. Much like Julia's children, we were given subtle reasons to suspect that he was hiding something – that he was, as the series' title suggests, a gold digger after Julia's money. Episode five revealed that the truth may be even darker – Julia learned that Benjamin had been convicted of killing a shopkeeper when he was a teenager. Calling off the wedding, Julia confronted her lover, who revealed that it was in fact his brother who had carried out the accidental killing – and that he had merely taken the rap to protect his sibling, who was a legal adult, from the more severe penalties. Eventually Julia made peace with this, and she and Benjamin got married, the series ending on a positive note with the show's main couple in a loving embrace. While there are a few loose ends that could feasibly stand to be tied up – such as the question of who sent the note to Patrick (Sebastian Armesto) about his extra-marital affair – all of the series' emotional arcs were given a sense of closure. If there was to be another serie…

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Meet the Celebrity Christmas Come Dine With Me contestants
type: item
date: 2019-12-16T19:15:38.000Z
creator: Louis Chilton
subject: Entertainment
subject: News
subject: TV
description: A special festive edition of the E4 series brings together a group of celebrity competitors to host dinners for each other - but who are they?
encoded: Put the mince pies in the oven and break out the brandy – Come Dine With Me is back with a celebrity Christmas special. The festive edition of the hit E4 culinary reality series brings together six contestants, including a reality TV star, a drag queen and a former magician's assistant, to face off for a week of competitive dining. Beginning on Monday 16th December 2019, the week-long celebrity special features a range of different seasonally-inspired meals, from classic Christmas dinner to a Caribbean extravaganza. But who will be cooking them? Find out below... Courtney Act hosts on Monday The first of the contestants to flaunt their culinary prowess, Courtney Act starred in RuPaul's Drag Race and was the winner of UK Celebrity Big Brother in 2018. One of the world's most high-profile drag acts, Act (AKA Shane Jenek) is also a successful pop singer and was the host of The Bi Life on E!, the UK's first-ever bisexual dating series. Her night (airing on Monday) will feature an all-vegan array of foods, themed around the colour pink – a typically eye-catching idea from the stylish performer. Charlotte Dawson hosts on Tuesday Charlotte Dawson is next up, providing her guests with a three-course Northern feast to celebrate the season. Dawson, who is most recognisable for her roles on reality TV series Ex on the Beach and Celebs on the Farm, is also the daughter of the late comedian Les Dawson. She scandalised some audience members during her stint on Ex on the Beach by having a threesome with Gaz Beadle and Olivia Walsh. Stevo the Madman hosts on Wednesday Internet celebrity Stevo the Madman gained notoriety for his pranksterish snapchat videos. Stevo (real name Kevin Stephens) made headlines in 2014 when a prank involving fake guns provoked a response from armed police officers. Before assuming the identity of 'Stevo the Madman', Stephens was a professional footballer, who had played for clubs including QPR and Boreham Wood. Bucking the usual yuletide trends, Stevo wil…

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