How to watch The Handmaid's Tale season 6 in the UK
The Handmaid's Tale season 6 is in full swing on Hulu in the US, with the finale now fast approaching. Adapted from Margaret Atwood 1985 novel of the same name, the series charts the horrors of Gilead, a fictional and dystopian version of the United States where fertile women are assigned to bear children for elite couples who aren't able to conceive. However, over the course of the previous five seasons, the Handmaids have certainly resisted, and this comes to a head in the sixth and final season, which depicts the greatest rebellion against Gilead yet. Ahead of the final episode, June actor Elisabeth Moss — who also directed the opening and final episodes of season 6 — spoke to IndieWire about leaving the show behind. “It has not been a part of my life; this show has been my life for the last nine years — more than anyone will ever know," she said. Meanwhile, speaking about her directing duties, she added: "It’s an incredible honor. Literally, once a day, I would be, like, 'I cannot believe they’re letting me direct the finale of this series.' [Laughing] There’s so many great directors out there, so the fact that I got to do it, I just never got used to it." Wondering when the finale will be released in the UK? Read on for everything you need to know about how to watch The Handmaid's Tale on our shores. Where to watch The Handmaid's Tale in the UK The finale might be approaching on Hulu in the US, but the schedule is quite a bit further behind in the UK. UK fans will have to wait until 5th July for the finale. That's because season 6 first became available to watch on Channel 4 and Prime Video in the UK from Saturday 3rd May, with new episodes are dropping weekly from then on on Saturdays at 9pm. If you want to watch the show without the ads on Prime Video, you'll need an Amazon Prime subscription, which will cost you £9.99 per month. You can also sign up for a 30-day free trial if you haven't been an Amazon Prime member in the last 12 months. Season 5 marked the first time viewers were able to watch the series on Prime Video at the exact same time it aired on Channel 4, following Amazon Prime Video's acquisition of MGM, which is home to The Handmaid’s Tale series. Is The Handmaid's Tale season 6 available on Disney+? No, the series airs on Hulu in the US, and Prime Video and Channel 4 in the UK. The first three episodes arrived on Tuesday 8th April on Hulu in the US, with episodes then airing weekly until the finale on Tuesday 27th May. Is The Handmaid's Tale season 6 available to watch on Netflix? No, the only way fans in the US can watch season 6 is on Hulu, while new episodes are expected to land on Prime Video and Channel 4 in the UK. How to watch previous seasons of the Handmaid's Tale in the UK Seasons 1-5 will be available to stream on Channel 4 ahead of the season 6 launch. Seasons 1-5 are currently available to stream on Prime Video, available to all Prime members. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website What is The Handmaid's Tale season 6 about? "In the final season, June's unyielding spirit and determination pull her back into the fight to take down Gilead," reads the official logline. "Luke and Moira join the resistance, Serena tries to reform Gilead, while Commander Lawrence and Aunt Lydia reckon with what they have wrought and Nick faces challenging tests of character. "This final chapter of June’s journey highlights the importance of hope, courage, solidarity and resilience in the pursuit of justice and freedom." The Handmaid's Tale season 6 trailer You can watch the trailer for The Handmaid's Tale season 6 right here, now. View oEmbed on the source website The Handmaid's Tale airs on Channel 4 and Prime Video in the UK – you can sign up now for a free 30-day Prime Video trial. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Nine Perfect Strangers cast: Who stars in season 2?
The drama starring Nicole Kidman returns.
Nine Perfect Strangers returns to screens for its second outing – this time, travelling beyond the events of Liane Moriarty’s book of the same name, on which season 1 was based. Nicole Kidman has reprised the role of Masha Dmitrichenko, who has welcomed a new and equally troubled group to another exclusive wellness retreat with a view to helping them unpack their trauma. What could possibly go wrong? "Over the course of a week, she takes them to the brink," reads the official synopsis. Will they make it? Will she? Masha is willing to try anything in the interest of healing everyone involved, including herself. Alongside Kidman, the cast boasts a number of recognisable faces, plus some you might not be familiar with. Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Nine Perfect Strangers. Nine Perfect Strangers season 2 cast Nicole Kidman as Masha Dmitrichenko Murray Bartlett as Brian Annie Murphy as Imogen Christine Baranski as Victoria Dolly de Leon as Agnes Maisie Richardson-Sellers as Wolfie King Princess as Tina Aras Aydın as Matteo Lucas Englander as Martin Henry Golding as Peter Mark Strong as David Lena Olin as Helena For more information about the characters and where you’ve seen the cast before, read on. Nicole Kidman as Masha Dmitrichenko Who is Masha Dmitrichenko? The former director of Traquillum who is focusing on a new batch of troubled guests at another wellness retreat called Zauberwald. Where have I seen Nicole Kidman before? The biggest question is probably "where haven’t you seen Nicole Kidman before?" Her extensive CV includes Moulin Rouge!, Big Little Lies, Eyes Wide Shut, Practical Magic, The Stepford Wives, Babygirl, To Die For, The Others, The Undoing and The Perfect Couple, plus much, much more. Murray Bartlett as Brian Who is Brian? A former children’s TV show host and puppeteer. He is described as “socially awkward yet lovable”. Where have I seen Murray Bartlett before? You might know him from Looking, The White Lotus, Guiding Light, The Last of Us and Welcome to Chippendales. Annie Murphy as Imogen Who is Imogen? A privileged woman who is attending the retreat with her mother Victoria in an effort to improve their relationship. Imogen is described as “sharp and guarded”. Where have I seen Annie Murphy before? She’s best known for Schitt’s Creek, but has also starred in the likes of Black Mirror episode Joan is Awful and dark comedy series Kevin Can F**ck Himself. Christine Baranski as Victoria Who is Victoria? Imogen’s “emotionally elusive” mother. She is described as “glamorous and complicated”. Victoria arrives at the retreat with “a very young new beau”. Where have I seen Christine Baranski before? You probably know her from The Good Wife and The Good Fight, Mamma Mia!, Cybill, The Gilded Age, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Big Bang Theory. Dolly de Leon as Agnes Who is Agnes? She used to be a nun but has since left the church and is “feeling spiritually unmoored”. Where have I seen Dolly de Leon before? Her credits include Triangle of Sadness, Pintada and Ghostlight. Maisie Richardson-Sellers as Wolfie Who is Wolfie? She brings her girlfriend Tina to the retreat via “manipulative” means after becoming concerned about her, which negatively impacts their relationship. Where have I seen Maisie Richardson-Sellers before? Most people will know her from The Kissing Booth and Legends of Tomorrow. She’s also appeared in The Originals, The Undeclared War and Wolf Hall. King Princess as Tina Who is Tina? A former child prodigy who thinks she’s at the retreat to relax, but has been tricked into going there by her girlfriend Wolfie. Where have I seen King Princess before? King Princess is a singer. This is her first acting role. Aras Aydın as Matteo Who is Matteo? Victoria’s young lover. He’s a “sensitive soul with a traumatic past”. Where have I seen Aras Aydın before? He’s known for kiraz mevsimi, Siyah kalp, Aldatmak and Canevim. Lucas Englander as Martin Who is Martin? Masha’s right-hand man. He is Zauberwald’s pharmacologist. Where have I seen Lucas Englander before? His CV includes Parlement, Transatlantic and Raising Hitler. Henry Golding as Peter Who is Peter? Peter is a rich man without a purpose. He brings his dad David to the retreat in the hope of seeking his approval. Where have I seen Henry Golding before? You probably know him from Crazy Rich Asians, A Simple Favour, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, Last Christmas and The Gentlemen. Mark Strong as David Who is David? A wealthy businessman and Peter’s "confident and powerful father". He has "a closet full of secrets". Where have I seen Mark Strong before? His extensive CV includes Kingsman, Temple, Shazam!, Murder Mystery 2, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Zero Dark Thirty, Sherlock Holmes and Dune: Prophecy. Lena Olin as Helena Who is Helena? She inherited Zauberwald from her grandfather and has a background in working in mental health. She also has a past with Masha. Where have I seen Lena Olin before? You might know her from Riviera, Chocolat, Welcome to Sweden, Alias, Romeo Is Bleeding and The Unbearable Lightness of Being. Nine Perfect Strangers season 1 cast Melissa McCarthy plays Frances Welty Michael Shannon plays Napoleon Marconi Luke Evans plays Lars Lee Bobby Cannavale plays Tony Hogburn Regina Hall plays Carmel Schneider Samara Weaving plays Jessica Chandler Melvin Gregg plays Ben Chandler Asher Keddie plays Heather Marconi Grace Van Patten plays Zoe Marconi Tiffany Boone plays Delilah Manny Jacinto plays Yao Zoe Terakes plays Glory For more information about the characters and where you’ve seen the cast before, read on Melissa McCarthy plays Frances Welty Who is Frances Welty? Frances is a romance novelist who visits the resort after a bad break-up. Where have I seen Melissa McCarthy before? McCarthy is an actress primarily known for her appearances in comedy films such as Bridesmaids, Spy and The Heat. She also took on a dramatic role in Can You Ever Forgive Me? and has starred in series such as God's Favourite Idiot and Mike and Molly. Michael Shannon plays Napoleon Marconi Who is Napoleon Marconi? Napoleon is a high school teacher who is mourning the loss of his son, and who attends the resort with his wife and daughter. Where have I seen Michael Shannon before? Shannon is a mainstay in major Hollywood films, including having played Zod in Man of Steel, while also appearing in recent hits such as Knives Out, Bullet Train and Amsterdam. On the small screen he is known for The Little Drummer Girl and Boardwalk Empire. Luke Evans plays Lars Lee Who is Lars Lee? Lars is someone who attends the retreat with a different, hidden agenda to the others. Where have I seen Luke Evans before? Welsh actor Evans has appeared in numerous high-profile film roles, including Beauty and the Beast, the Fast and Furious franchise, the Hobbit trilogy and the Disney Plus live-action Pinocchio. On the small screen, he has also had roles in The Pembrokeshire Murders and The Alienist. Bobby Cannavale plays Tony Hogburn Who is Tony Hogburn? Tony is a retired American football player and recovering drug addict. Where have I seen Bobby Cannavale before? Cannavale is perhaps best known for his role as Paxton in the Ant-Man movies, while he has also appeared in Boardwalk Empire, Vinyl and Blonde amongst other series and films. His voice work includes appearances in BoJack Horseman, as well as Big Mouth and its spin-off Human Resources. Regina Hall plays Carmel Schneider Who is Carmel Schneider? Carmel is a single mother who attends the retreat after her husband leaves her for a younger woman. Where have I seen Regina Hall before? Hall has had major roles in films such as Girls Trip and the Scary Movie franchise as Brenda, while she has also appeared in series including Black Monday and Insecure. Samara Weaving plays Jessica Chandler Who is Jessica Chandler? Jessica is a social media influencer who attends the resort with her husband Ben. Where have I seen Samara Weaving before? After starring in Australian soap Home and Away, Weaving has had major roles in films including Ready or Not, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, The Babysitter and Bill and Ted Face the Music. She is also set to appear in Damien Chazelle's upcoming film Babylon. Melvin Gregg plays Ben Chandler Who is Ben Chandler? Ben is Jessica's wealthy husband who attends the retreat with her. Where have I seen Melvin Gregg before? Gregg is best known for appearing in series such as Snowfall, American Vandal and UnREAL. Asher Keddie plays Heather Marconi Who is Heather Marconi? Heather is Napoleon's wife and Zoe's mother, who visits the resort with them as she mourns the loss of her son. Where have I seen Asher Keddie before? Keddie has previously appeared in series such as Stateless, The Cry, Offspring and Party Tricks, while she also appeared in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Grace Van Patten plays Zoe Marconi Who is Zoe Marconi? Zoe is the daughter of Napoleon and Heather, who is mourning the loss of her brother. Where have I seen Grace Van Patten before? Van Patten has previously had roles in The Sopranos, Boardwalk Empire and Maniac, while this year she starred in Hulu series Tell Me Lies. Tiffany Boone plays Delilah Who is Delilah? Delilah is one of Masha's employees at the resort. Where have I seen Tiffany Boone before? Boone has previously had roles in series such as The Following, Hunters, Little Fires Everywhere and Grey's Anatomy. Manny Jacinto plays Yao Who is Yao? Yao is Masha's right-hand-man at the resort. Where have I seen Manny Jacinto before? Jacinto has previously appeared in films including Top Gun: Maverick and Bad Times at the El Royale, while he also starred as Jason in The Good Place. Zoe Terakes plays Glory Who is Glory? Glory is one of Masha's employees at the resort. Where have I seen Zoe Terakes before? Terakes has previously appeared in series such as The Moth Effect and Wentworth Prison, and is also set to take on a major role in upcoming Marvel series Ironheart. Nine Perfect Strangers season 2 arrives on Prime Video on 22nd May 2025 – try Amazon Prime Video for free for 30 days. Add Nine Perfect Strangwers 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 Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Best shows on Walter Presents on Channel 4
The top award-winning foreign dramas on the Channel 4 offshoot.
Fans of foreign-language dramas don't need to look too far to find their next bold, refreshing drama – Channel 4's offshoot streaming service Walter Presents is full of them. Walter Presents launched back in 2016 and is an on-demand platform featuring a hand-picked selection of award-winning foreign-language dramas, curated by Walter Iuzzolino. Iuzzolino is an Italian TV producer who considers three criteria when making his choices: the shows must have had mainstream success in their home countries; they must have outstanding writing, acting and directing; and they must have been critically acclaimed. "It's a balance of being innovative so we never become repetitive, but also to bring viewers what they love," Iuzzolino tells us. "I knew there were thousands of great shows all over the world that were not being shown because there was that subtitle stigma. "Walter Presents is like opening the club. The more people love it, the more people will talk about it. It's a bit of a mission to ensure that as many people as possible get to appreciate the joys of international drama." Iuzzolino says that Italy, France and Eastern Europe are the places to look out for when it comes to new drama, and that Dutch series, like The Adulterer, are consistently ranking highly. "It's like going on a sexy city break without leaving your sofa," he adds. "Access to a different culture is also a nice counterpoint to all the tension and bad feeling that is in our world today. It encourages tolerance, open-mindedness and understanding of the other." From long-running Danish comedy drama Seaside Hotel and supernatural Italian series The Red Door to Ukraine's Hide and Seek (Pryatki), here are our picks of the best shows available to stream right now on Walter Presents. You're bound to find something you like.
The Great British Bake Off 2024: Release date, hosts, judges and latest news
We've now finished the Great British Bake Off 2024, with one baker named the champion.
After 10 weeks of ups and downs, the Great British Bake Off has concluded for another year, awarding one champion baker with the crown. The last three bakers battled it out to impress judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith in the finale on Tuesday (26th November), and it was a tense episode as the contestants were put through their paces with three challenges. Whether this is your first venture into the white tent or you consider yourself a seasoned Bake Off pro, you're in safe hands here, as we'll tell you everything you need to know about the release date, judges, hosts and more. So, grab your whisks and rolling pins and keep reading. When does The Great British Bake Off 2024 air? The brand-spanking-new season of The Great British Bake Off started on Tuesday 24th September at 8pm on Channel 4. It aired on Tuesday nights at the same time across its 10-episode run. When is The Great British Bake Off 2024 final? The final episode of The Great British Bake Off 2024 aired on Tuesday 26th November at 8pm on Channel 4. How to watch The Great British Bake Off 2024 The Great British Bake Off 2024 airs exclusively on Channel 4. But if you ended up missing an episode, don't panic — all episodes are available on Channel 4's catch-up service, Channel4.com (formerly known as All4 and 4OD). Who is in The Great British Bake Off 2024 line-up? <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2024/09/75228S15-Embargo-0001-Tuesday-17th-Sept-The-Great-British-Bake-Off-Series-15-12-dce178c-e1726654240321.jpg" width="4320" height="2879" alt="Gill, Illiyin, Hazel, Christiaan, Andy, Mike, John, Jeff, Sumayah, Dylan, Georgie, and Nelly photographed for The Great British Bake Off." title="-Embargo 0001 Tuesday 17th Sept - The Great British Bake Off Series 15" /> From fashion designers to car mechanics, every member of the Great British Bake Off line-up has a story. Here is a list of all 12 bakers in the initial starting line-up who hoped to impress our expert judges: Andy, 44 (Eliminated week 5) Christiaan, 33 Sumayah, 19 (Eliminated week 7) Dylan, 20 Georgie, 34 (Winner) Gill, 53 (Eliminated in week 9) Hazel, 71 (Eliminated week 2) Illiyin, 31 (Eliminated in week 8) Jeff, 67 (Left due to ill health) Mike, 29 (Eliminated week 4) Nelly, 44 (Eliminated week 5) John, 37 (Eliminated week 3) The Great British Bake Off 2024 judges Bake Off wouldn't be the same without our expert judges, with Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith both returning. In an interview with The Mirror, Leith admitted she was close to quitting Bake Off. "I was in a new house and I hardly saw the garden, I hardly saw my family and I never had a summer holiday," she said. But she added that producers persuaded her to stay. "So, I got what I wanted, which is to do less. I’m so grateful to Love Production because they’ve been very accommodating." The Great British Bake Off 2024 hosts Power duo Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding both returned to keep us informed and entertained throughout the proceedings. This was Hammond's second season as a host after replacing Matt Lucas. In conversation with Radio Times magazine, Hammond said: "The standard is so high. It's been really different. I feel sorry for the judges this year." Meanwhile, Fielding added: "There are three incredibly innovative bakers. Any one of them could have won." Read More: The Great British Bake Off 2024 cast: Confirmed contestants for new season Great British Bake Off's Noel cried when one 2024 baker was sent home Who won The Great British Bake Off 2023? Peterborough PE teacher Matty Edgell beat fellow finalists Dan Hunter and Josh Smalley with his Showstopper — a three-tiered celebration cake. Hollywood described Edgell's cake as "absolutely delicious," adding: "That chocolate cake was one of the best chocolate cakes I have had for a long, long time." Meanwhile, fellow judge Leith said of his win: "I have never met a more cheerful, smiling, uncomplaining and willing baker. He was just having such a good time, learning as much as he could, taking on board everything either of us said." Edgell, who was something of an underdog throughout his Bake Off journey, said at the time: "I don’t know what to say, everyone said you should go on Bake Off and I thought it was a throwaway comment and never really listened to it. I never thought I would be on the show, let alone win it!" The Great British Bake airs on Channel 4 and All4. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Will the socialites be taking Bondi by storm in another season?
Australia’s latest reality show, Made in Bondi, has landed, hooking fans in with show jaw-dropping locations, plenty of drama, heartbreak and enviable parties and, naturally, fans are wondering whether another season could be on the cards. A spin-off of Made in Chelsea, the new series revolves around the real lives and loves of socialites living on Sydney's affluent Bondi Beach. The first season was confirmed earlier this year, promising to "dive headfirst into a world of opulence, romance, and endless drama". "Made in Bondi is your 'access all areas' pass to the dazzling lives of Sydney's social elite," the network added. So, can fans expect a season 2? Read on for everything you need to know about the future of the show. Will there be a Made in Bondi season 2? We don’t yet know whether Made in Bondi will be returning for season 2, with no word from Channel 4. With season 1 having premiered on Monday 23rd September, we’ll likely hear more in the coming weeks, and will make sure to keep this page updated with any news regarding the show’s future. Which stars could be back for a potential Made in Bondi season 2? We can likely expect the main cast to return, which is as follows: Isabella Cicero Billy Daniels Pippa Hanan Jai Kaldor Lawson Mahoney Charlie Moore Lachlan 'Lachy' McLean Molly Paradice Emma Pillemer Bella Salerno Paul Versace The stars previously insisted that the drama on the show is genuine, with cast member Bella Salerno telling Daily Mail Australia ahead of season 1's premiere: "There's a steamy love triangle, there's lots of drama, it's raunchy, it's exciting." Meanwhile, Lawson Mahoney said: "It's a perfectly produced emotional s***show and it shows,' added Lawson Mahoney. Let me tell you how wonderful it is, it's going to be great." Cast member Emma Pillemer said: "I can vouch from my heart, it's not script when I'm crying. I'm really f***ing crying." Read More: Made in Chelsea's Tristan Phipps says Celebs Go Dating is'most authentic' he's been on TV Who is Rosi Walden? Buying London agent and ex-Made in Chelsea star Is there a trailer for a potential Made in Bondi season 2? No, it's too early for that given the series is yet to get the go-ahead, but watch this space! Made in Bondi started airing on Monday 23rd September at 10:05pm on E4. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Great star teases "fabulous, unexpected new character" in season 3
The period comedy-drama is back on Channel 4.
The Great season 3 is now streaming on Channel 4, with star Adam Godley teasing an exciting new character making their debut in the final batch of episodes. The period comedy-drama stars Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult as Catherine the Great and Peter III respectively, charting the former's rise from outsider to one of the longest-serving rulers of Russia. Godley co-stars as Archbishop Samsa (aka Archie), the pious patriarch of Peter III's court, and spoke to RadioTimes.com about what fans can expect from the final 10 episodes. "I can’t spoil [but] there is a pretty fabulous, unexpected new character coming in," he teased. "There are some smaller new characters coming in. I know we had Gillian Anderson last season. "I think we’re having somebody who people will be pretty excited about." The Great was cancelled by US streaming service Hulu several months after its third season debuted across the pond, but Godley appeared confident that fans would be satisfied with the conclusion. "I think we’re consolidating the characters that are there," he continued. "I think there are some huge surprises in season 3 – absolute left-field kind of [makes explosion noise] for the audience... it will be interesting to see how it all plays out." Speaking to Radio Times magazine, The Great star Fanning said: "I do feel the pressure of wanting season 3 to live up to what people want it to be – but to still be surprising. It has to still have a shock value. And I think it will." The actor, who has earned an Emmy nomination for her performance as Catherine, went on to tease that season 3 finds her monarch still in the midst of a "very complicated and very messy" romance with Peter. "What do we do? Are we able to sustain this relationship? It seems like we are drawn to each other, and kind of made for each other in a lot of odd ways, and we can’t help this connection and kind of electricity that we have together. "But is it just doomed?" You can find the answer by tuning into The Great on Channel 4, airing Mondays at 10pm, or watch all three seasons now on the broadcaster's free streaming service. The Great season 3 is available to stream on Channel 4. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
My Adventures with Superman season 2 – Is it available to watch in the UK?
The wholesome take on DC's iconic hero is back.
A brand new season of acclaimed animated series My Adventures with Superman is headed our way, which should be a welcome distraction from the hype around James Gunn's upcoming film reboot. The show stars The Boys and Star Trek: Lower Decks star Jack Quaid as a young Superman, who is working on becoming an established hero in Metropolis while also juggling his busy civilian life. The first season saw Clark Kent cross paths with the love of his life, Daily Planet journalist Lois Lane (Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist star Alice Lee), and his most trusted pal, photographer Jimmy Olsen (Jury Duty's Ishmel Sahid). But there are no shortage of villains cropping up too, from arch-nemesis Lex Luthor (Max Mittelman) to mercenary Deathstroke (Chris Parnell) and even the eccentric Mister Mxyzptlk (David Errigo Jr). Season 2 looks only to build on the momentum of the first, with more breathtaking animation in store from South Korea's Studio Mir. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch My Adventures with Superman in the UK. My Adventures with Superman season 2 release date My Adventures with Superman season 2 premieres first in the US, arriving on Adult Swim at midnight ET/PT on Saturday 25th May 2024. Don't worry, though! DC fans in the UK won't have long to wait until they can catch up on the latest action. How to watch My Adventures with Superman season 2 in the UK If you're based in the UK or Ireland, you'll be able to find My Adventures with Superman season 2 on Channel 4 (the streaming service, formerly known as All 4) on Sunday 26th May 2024. Thanks to the broadcaster's ongoing deal with Adult Swim – which also airs everything from Rick & Morty to The Eric Andre Show – there's a minimal delay between the US and UK debut, which is great for those attempting to dodge spoilers. If you want to catch up on season 1, watch My Adventures with Superman on Channel 4 now. What is My Adventures with Superman about? My Adventures with Superman is an animated series chronicling Clark Kent's romance with Lois Lane, friendship with Jimmy Olsen and heroic antics as the Man of Steel. Season 2 sees arch-nemesis Lex Luthor join forces with Amanda Waller and her Task Force X, while other formidable foes from across the universe will also be making an appearance. My Adventures with Superman season 2 trailer Check out the trailer for My Adventures with Superman season 2 now: View oEmbed on the source website My Adventures with Superman is available to stream on Channel 4. Check out more of our Sci-Fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who won Hunted 2024? Channel 4 series crowns new winners
The competition came to a dramatic close tonight.
Warning: This article contains spoilers for the Hunted 2024 finale. Channel 4 competition Hunted has crowned this year's winners after the series drew to a dramatic close tonight following weeks of nerve-shredding tension. The series puts ordinary people in the shoes of most-wanted fugitives, tasking them with trying to outrun an elite team of Hunters in the process. There were 12 contestants at the start of the series, but going into tonight's final just four remained – mother and son Sade and Cameron, and brother and sister Jaxon and Nicola – who all had to try and evade capture for three more days to reach the extraction point. But early on in the episode, Cameron was captured after he and Sade split up. There were then multiple close calls for Sade, Jaxon and Nicola, who had to trek to the top of a fell to reach the extraction point. An intense chase ensued, with Sade slipping behind, but in the end all three contestants managed to escape in the plane, meaning they all won a share of the £100,000 prize money. "To win, as a trans man, I feel like I've shown people if you are born in the wrong body, your life isn't over," said Jaxon. "You're still the same soul." "To win with Jax means the world to me," added Nicola. "He is a new person." And it was bittersweet for Sade. "I'd have loved for Cameron to be next to me," she explained. "Nothing at all is bigger than a mother's love. I needed to win for Cameron. It's absolutely changed our lives for ever." Hunted airs on Channel 4. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What is The Jury: Murder Trial? Channel 4 legal experiment explained
The Channel 4 programme will offer an insight into the jury system.
Ever wondered whether you can trust our justice system? Well, upcoming Channel 4 programme The Jury: Murder Trial will examine this very issue by re-enacting, word for word, a real murder trial at a disused courthouse in Essex. The jurors know it’s a fake trial being re-enacted for TV, but what they don’t know is that there is an entire other 12-person jury recreating the trial in a room next door. Of course, the crucial question will be: will the two different juries reach the same verdict? And if not, well, what does that say about our jury system? If you're wondering which true case the two juries will hear, then read on for everything you need to know about the Channel 4 legal experiment. What is The Jury: Murder Trial? Legal experiment explained The Jury: Murder Trial will re-stage an entire, real murder trial from the original transcripts in front of 24 jurors to see if they can reach the same verdict when shown the same evidence. The case itself involves John Risedale (played by Sam Alexander), who killed his wife by attacking her with a hammer. He maintains that he "lost control" and is, therefore, not guilty of murder – but will the jurors believe his version of events? Andy Vasey and Dan Warner, Creative Directors, 4creative, said: "The show is an innovative true crime experiment that gives the public an insight into the British jury system. "Our campaign spotlights how, for example, a juror being hungover or tired might be as likely to sway a verdict as the facts of the case. "With one trial and two juries, it's fascinating to see whether the same verdict will be reached by both." When is The Jury: Murder Trial on TV? The Jury: Murder Trial will air on Monday 26th February at 9pm on Channel 4. View Green Video on the source website The Jury: Murder Trial will air on Monday 26th February at 9pm on Channel 4. Visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10, PLUS a £10 John Lewis and Partners voucher delivered to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How to watch Hollyoaks online – when does it stream?
Hollyoaks is no longer airing in its 6:30pm slot on Channel 4.
It’s been a dramatic week so far on Hollyoaks, with Monday night’s (15th January) hour-long special leaving multiple characters dead following a fatal multi-car collision. Tuesday night’s (16th January) episode then followed, airing a shock twist for Mercedes McQueen as she received huge news. But fans trying to tune into the recent episodes will have noticed that Channel 4 has cut the popular soap from its weekly schedule. So, if you’re wondering why Hollyoaks isn’t airing in its 6:30pm slot on Channel 4, where it has been since the show started in 1995, then read on for everything you need to know. How to watch Hollyoaks online The long-running soap changed its release pattern back in September 2023. Previously, episodes of Hollyoaks had premiered on E4, with each episode subsequently being broadcast on Channel 4 the following day. However, episodes of Hollyoaks are now available to watch on Channel 4’s website the day before airing on the E4 channel. Meanwhile, screenings on Channel 4 are no longer airing the following day. Instead, in a UK soap first, episodes now go on on YouTube a week after their streaming and the E4 broadcast. However, Hollyoaks hasn’t left Channel 4 completely, and the Sunday omnibus edition is still being broadcast on Channel 4, enabling fans to catch up on all the week’s action from the village. Why has Hollyoaks been taken off Channel 4? The long-running soap changed its release strategy to prioritise online streaming and target the show’s younger demographic. Channel 4’s chief content officer Ian Katz said back in September: “Hollyoaks has always been the youngest and most innovative soap so it’s fitting that it should be the first to embrace the changes in the behaviour of younger viewers and switch to a genuinely digital-led release pattern." Read more: Hollyoaks 2024 preview: 10 spoilers for the year ahead She continued: “It was the first UK soap to move to a stream-first model last year and this is the next phase of that evolution. "We hope making Hollyoaks available on YouTube, as well as our own platforms, will introduce a whole new generation to the show.” View Green Video on the source website Hollyoaks is available to stream on All4 and airs every weeknight at 6:30pm on Channel 4 and 7pm on E4. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to see what's on tonight. 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.
Made in Chelsea season 26: Release date, cast and latest news
With Made in Chelsea: Corsica now over, when can we expect to go back to SW3?
We've had a jam-packed Made in Chelsea roster so far in 2023, with season 25 wrapping up earlier this year in May, followed swiftly by the arrival of Made in Chelsea: Corsica. In the summer-themed spin-off of the original series, the wealthy Londoners were whisked away to the French island for sun, sea and scandals aplenty. Friendships were broken, new relationships formed and romances were left on the rocks with the likes of Sam Prince, Yasmine Zweegers and Tristan Phipps just one part of the juicy action this season. Airing across consecutive nights in a single week, the Corsica-set series has gone down in the show's history as one of the most chaotic. But now that's it's wrapped up, viewers are undoubtedly left wondering what's to come for the MiC cast when they touch back down in London. So, when can we expect more Made in Chelsea on our screens? Read on for everything we know so far about season 26. Will there be a Made in Chelsea season 26? Yes! Prior to the MiC: Corsica finale airing on E4, many of the Made in Chelsea cast had made reference in interviews to a brand new season to come... so we know it's happening, it's just a matter of when. Our appetites were whetted by an action-packed teaser for the next season that aired following the final Corsica episode. Made in Chelsea season 26 release date Made in Chelsea returns for its 26th season on Monday 9th October at a later time of 10pm, following Married at First Sight UK. Who will be in the Made in Chelsea season 26 cast? The storylines for many of the Made in Chelsea cast were left rather open after the Corsica season so we're sure many of main group will return for season 26. We'd expect season 26 to tackle the major elephant in the room regarding Sam Prince and Yasmine Zweeger's future together and how that fairs with Sam's friend Tristan Phipps. Although she's broken up with Tristan, we'd expect no-nonsense Liv Bentley to return for season 26, no doubt giving many the reality check they need and also likely being an integral support system for newly single Inga Valentiner. Their relationship continued to go from fiery to chaotic but we'll expect to see the return of Made in Chelsea relative newcomer Imogen Bloom and David "Temps" Templer, as well as Harvey Armstrong, Reza Amiri-Garroussi and Ruby Adler. Couple Robbie Mullett and Joel Mignot will be making a return to the series, as well as newcomer Freddie Knatchbull and Willow Day. Although there were rumours that Emily Blackwell wouldn't be returning to the show following her absence from Made in Chelsea: Corsica, it has since been confirmed that she will be back filming for the new season. Similarly, we're certain Maeva D'Ascanio and James Taylor will be a mainstay of season 26, especially as the pair are reportedly aiming for a December 2023 wedding. So, we're sure the run-up to the big day and all the drama that comes with it will be a highlight of the upcoming season. One cast member who won't be returning for season 26 is Issy Francis-Baum, who previously revealed on her Instagram Stories that she “might be back” but is “having a well needed break mentally and to focus on other things” for now. Another pair who won't be returning for season 26 will be long-running Made in Chelsea cast member Ollie Locke and his husband Gareth, who have left the series in order to pursue their own Daddy Diaries show on YouTube. It also seems as though series bad boy Miles Nazaire may be biding farewell to the show at some point, revealing to RadioTimes.com and other press: "I said in one interview that Chelsea is not forever. And one day I will want to leave because I've done it for so many years. And I'm building businesses that I want to launch. I don't think I could do this forever. It gets pretty intense." What will happen in Made in Chelsea season 26? As for what will go down in the 26th season of Made in Chelsea, we're sure there will be plenty more make-ups, break ups and new relationships to be formed. While no new cast members have been announced, there's usually a few new faces to be welcomed into any new series of Made in Chelsea who are sure to get the Londoners chatting and drama brewing. One of the major plot twists to have come out of Corsica was the blossoming romance between Sam and Yas, despite Yas having a brief holiday fling with Tristan, who had only broken up with Liv a few weeks prior. Arriving in Corsica, Liv was fuming at Yas but things soon got even more fiery after it was revealed to the entire group that Yas and Sam had kissed and shared a bed in Corsica, just a couple of days after Sam and Inga had broken up. While we're sure the dust would have settled now (slightly), it'll be top of many viewer's agendas to see whether Sam and Yas have continued their romance back here in the UK and how that has all unfolded in the friendship group. One glance at their social media will show that the pair have certainly continued seeing each other, going out to concerts and dog dates together... but romantically? We'll have to wait and see. We do know, though, that things are relatively alright between Yas and Inga, with Yas revealing to RadioTimes.com and other press that the pair are "amicable". She said: "We can stand in the same room. We’re OK. It’s fine now. When time moves past, you have to accept things on the show. You can’t dwell on something. Life moves on." Meanwhile, there seems to be love in the air for Miles who has a new girlfriend, Amélie Esquenet, who he has teased may be making an appearance in the new season. He revealed to Heat World: "There may be an appearance, but you will see when that series happens." He added: "I have a new girlfriend, it's great, it's amazing, it's very refreshing. Will she appear on Made in Chelsea? Watch and find out." Will Miles's new relationship mean that he may go on a double date with bestie Temps and Imogen? We're not quite sure but we're almost certain that if Imogen is appearing in season 26, she'll no doubt bring the drama. As for the other Made in Chelsea cast, we're sure there will be some Corsica-related fallout in store for Tristan, who is navigating life newly single outside of his relationship with Liv. He did reveal to RadioTimes.com and other press that "there's a lot going on even now", talking about the Yas and Sam kiss in Corsica. He revealed that love could hopefully soon be on the cards again one day, saying: "I was trying to open myself up to people and it wasn't a great start to my dating life. Hopefully, it gets better from here." Is there a trailer for Made in Chelsea season 26? Yes, a brief teaser aired at the close of the final MiC: Corsica episode... you can watch it below right now! View Green Video on the source website Made in Chelsea returns to E4 on Monday 9th October at 10pm. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10, PLUS a £10 John Lewis and Partners voucher delivered to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Made in Chelsea season 26 trailer promises epic Sam and Yas fallout
The new instalment of Made in Chelsea couldn't come soon enough...
It's safe to say that Made in Chelsea: Corsica most definitely brought the drama, with fallouts, break-ups and surprise relationships providing much of the chaos. With the new holiday-themed spin-off show now having wrapped up, fans needn't worry about the return of the original series, as season 26 is most definitely in the pipeline – and it only looks set to continue the drama, as revealed in the first look trailer. Debuting at the end of the final Made in Chelsea: Corsica episode, the season 26 snippet teased what's to come soon with the fallout from Corsica still making waves in the tight-knit SW3 circle. One of the main cliffhangers from Corsica is the future of Sam Prince and Yasmine Zweegers, after their surprise admission of feelings left Inga Valentina and co reeling. While it's clear they've continued dating back in Chelsea, things don't look all that bright for the pair in one of the trailer's clips. Tristan Phipps confronts Sam about the fact that after leaving Corsica for two days and having had a fling with Yas, he's surprised by Sam's actions as a best friend and business partner. But Sam admits he thinks Tristan is "milking" the situation, which only adds fuel to the fire... But in a more surprising turn of events, Inga confronts Sam about liking a six-month-old picture of them kissing and refers to it as "odd" in front of Yas and David "Temps" Templer. When Temps and Inga leave, Yas simply says to Sam: "I feel like an absolute idiot" before walking away from Sam, with his head in his hands. Talk about drama! Things also look rocky for couple Robbie Mullett and Joel Mignot as Robbie confesses he developed feelings for Geronimo Mörtl after the trio's dalliances in Corsica. Joel is left to deal with that fact as it looks like the couple once again attend couple's therapy, but will it end in a resolution for the pair? Elsewhere in the trailer, Maeva D'Ascanio and James Taylor are well and truly in wedding planning mode with James remarking at the £7,500 cake Maeva wants for her big day. And despite their easy-going relationship so far, it looks as though Harvey Armstrong is ready to call it a day with Willow Day, but a tearful Willow proclaims: "You have led me on for weeks." But it's not long before Harvey, Reza Amiri-Garroussi and Sam bump into an old friend and new Made in Chelsea face, Lauren. Harvey plainly tells Lauren that he's single, but will this possible blossoming relationship only anger Willow further? We'll have to wait and see. Read more: Made in Chelsea's Yas Zweegers says she regrets Sam Prince drama in Corsica Made in Chelsea’s Sam explains what happened with Inga marriage proposal As of now, there's no confirmed release date for Made in Chelsea season 26, but if we're to follow the timeline of last year's holiday spin-off and original series return, we're sure the wealthy Londoners will be back on our screens sometime in October 2023. As teased by the official Made in Chelsea Twitter (which has recently rebranded as X): "Our Corsica getaway may be over, but the cast are heading back to Chelsea and so is the drama..." Even though there looks to be lots of drama in store, Yas has revealed that since Corsica, things seem to be looking up for her relationship with former best friend Inga after the Sam drama. Revealing to RadioTimes.com and other press, Yas said: "We’re amicable. We can stand in the same room. We’re ok. It’s fine now. When time moves past, you have to accept things on the show. You can’t dwell on something. Life moves on." Sam also previously explained that everything fans see in the latest Corsica season is "very real", confirming that "none of it is fake". So we can only wait to see what season 26 has in store for us. View Green Video on the source website Made in Chelsea: Corsica and Made in Chelsea are available to watch on All4. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10, PLUS a £10 John Lewis and Partners voucher delivered to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Sløborn: Release date, cast and trailer for Channel 4 virus thriller
The latest offering from Walter Presents is here.
A hard-hitting Channel 4 drama sees a deadly virus spread across the world, before arriving belatedly on an isolated island community. Sløborn first aired on television in Germany in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, when viewers and critics noted its chilling similarities to the real catastrophe that was then gripping the world. The story sees a disease similar to bird flu discovered in China, which rapidly spreads across the wider world before eventually reaching an island situated between Germany and Denmark. The residents are initially unaware of the threat it poses, but soon find their lives thrown into chaos. Here's everything you need to know about Sløborn. Sløborn release date Sløborn is available on free streaming service Channel 4 from Friday 14th July 2023. All eight episodes of the first season are available to binge, while there is also a customary introduction from Walter Presents founder Walter Iuzzolino. The series will also be broadcast terrestrially on Channel 4 in the early hours of the morning, with the first episode scheduled for 12:25am on Monday 17th July. Maybe set to record if you don't fancy a late night! Sløborn cast The cast of Sløborn is comprised largely of German and Danish talent, with Emily Kusche (Dogs of Berlin), Alexander Scheer (Blood Red Sky), Aaron Hilmer (All Quiet on the Western Front) and Lea van Acken (Dark) among the leads. Adrian Grünewald (Labyrinth of Peace), Maximilian Brauer (Bad Banks), Phileas Heyblom (Der Kriminalist), Mads Hjulmand (All You Need), Ron Antony Renzenbrink (Frühling) also appear in a regular capacity. What is Sløborn about? Sløborn takes place on a small island between Germany and Denmark, where the residents have yet to feel the impact of a disease that has been rapidly spreading from continent to continent. However, it finally arrives when a ship washes to shore carrying the bodies of a British couple who succumbed to the illness, thus unleashing it on the unsuspecting population. The series explores how this close-knit community responds to the measures put in place to contain the virus, merging a coming-of-age narrative with that of a post-apocalyptic thriller. Is Sløborn based on a true story? Sløborn is a work of fiction, but many have noted certain similarities it has with the real-life COVID-19 pandemic. The series was written, filmed and produced before the coronavirus outbreak and aired on German television at the height of international lockdowns, with broadcaster ZDF reportedly concerned that it was too close to reality (via The Guardian). Writer and director Christian Alvart said reports of COVID-19 and the subsequent German lockdown "sent shivers down my spine", as he was working on post-production for Sløborn at the very same time. Sløborn trailer A trailer for Sløborn is available on YouTube (courtesy of ZDF), but it does not have English subtitles – nevertheless, for non-German speakers, it can still give you an idea of the tone and content of the series. Sløborn is available to stream on Walter Presents via Channel 4. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Is Faking Hitler based on a true story? Hitler Diaries hoax explained
The true crime drama has earned critical acclaim.
An extraordinary real-life forgery serves as the inspiration for the latest European drama to join the Walter Presents library on All 4. Faking Hitler chronicles how a con man duped Stern, a prominent German magazine, into purchasing and publishing what were believed to be the personal diaries of the Nazi dictator. However, in an embarrassing public scandal, these were exposed as fakes produced by counterfeiter Konrad Kujau. Kujau was born in Germany in 1938 and raised under the Nazi regime, becoming a genuine believer in its fascist ideology. In the years after World War II, he turned to a life of petty crime, fleeing from East Germany to West when authorities issued an arrest warrant for his theft of a microphone from a youth club. From then, he developed an interest in counterfeiting, creating a new identity for himself which was ultimately detected, landing him in prison as a result. By the 1970s, Kujau was a free man once more and visiting relatives in East Germany when he discovered many of them still held Nazi memorabilia, despite this being strictly prohibited by the communist government. There was a more flexible policy in West Germany, where the very same items were fetching high prices among collectors. Spying a money-making opportunity, he began smuggling the memorabilia from the East to West and selling them for a profit, which was a business that put him in contact with fellow Nazi enthusiasts. Kujau inflated the value of his stock by forging documents claiming they belonged to prominent members of the Nazi regime. After years of successfully scamming collectors, he decided to escalate the con, setting about producing the long-rumoured secret diaries of Adolf Hitler. Though it remains uncertain if such documents ever existed, some have speculated that they could have been aboard a downed plane that fled Berlin during Operation Seraglio. The purpose of the plan was to evacuate Hitler's most trusted allies from the frontlines as Russian forces closed in on his bunker. Sergeant Wilhelm Arndt, who served as Hitler's personal valet, was one of these individuals, whose aircraft reportedly contained documents that were "extremely valuable" to his boss. They were never recovered from the debris of the crash and it remains unknown to this day what they might have been. Imagining, as many others did, that they were personal diaries, Kujau set about recreating what they might have contained, learning Hitler's handwriting and attempting to line up entries with historical records. The first diary was written on a notebook that he simply attached an SS ribbon too, while he also artificially aged the pages using tea. View oEmbed on the source website Gerd Heidemann was a journalist born in Germany in 1931, who had Nazi ties from his upbringing in the Hitler Youth and went on to have an affair with Edda Göring (daughter of senior Nazi figure Hermann). Through this vast network, he gained word of Kujau's forged diary, which he then believed to be the real thing. Heidemann made it his singular goal to obtain the so-called Hitler diaries. Publishing house Gruner and Jahr, whose portfolio included news magazine Stern, provided Heidemann a figure with which to negotiate a sale of the documents to them. After much discussion, an agreement was reached for an initial batch of volumes of the diaries, with Kujau claiming that the rest were stuck in East Germany until further notice. As reported at the time, Heidemann himself had a scam on the go, telling Gruner and Jahr execs that Kujau was demanding more money, but in reality, pocketing that extra cash for himself. With so much on the line, the publishers of course did some investigation into the authenticity of the diaries, with initial inspection by historians being quite positive. They were only shown small sections from the documents and under the belief that some chemical analysis had already taken place, but this was still professionally damaging to those involved later on. On 24th April 1983, excerpts from the diaries were published in the international press, with The Sunday Times covering in the UK. But upon exposure to a mass audience, the forgery was very clearly detected and Heidemann was suddenly under intense pressure to disclose his source, who had until then remained anonymous. Among the mounting evidence against the diaries were historical errors and handwriting inconsistencies, while forensic examination revealed the ink was less than two years old. Heidemann and Kujau were tried for defrauding Gruner and Jahr of 9 million Deutschmark, with about a third of that shared between the two of them, while the rest remains unaccounted for. Both were convicted, with Heidemann sentenced to four years and eight months in prison, while Kujau received four years and six months. The scandal cost several editors, writers and historians their careers, including Heidemann, who was reported to be living in poverty as of 2008. Surprisingly, Kujau bounced back rather well, finding a lucrative new career as an artist using his newfound notoriety, replicating famous paintings and signing them with his own name (see image above). He died in 2000. In life, he forged a staggering 62 volumes of Hitler's personal diaries. Faking Hitler is available to stream on All 4 from Friday 24th February 2023. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. 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Why the ending of Channel 4's Consent is so disturbing
The one-off drama details a chilling reality for girls and young women.
This article contains discussion of topics including rape that some readers may find upsetting. Channel 4's Consent is a one-off drama that was created in response to a chilling report released in June 2021. The Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted) found that '59 per cent of girls and young women aged 13-21 have been subjected to sexual harassment at school or college', with independent schools, like the fictional sixth form featured in Consent, regularly mentioned in the review. And to heap misery upon misery, many of those girls and young women haven't spoken out against or reported their trauma because it's considered "a normal experience". When you're juggling both academic and social pressures, taking on an endeavour as all-consuming and high-risk as toppling the patriarchy can often be a bridge too far. But in Emma Dennis-Edwards's drama, one victim of sexual violence does stick her head above the parapet. Scholarship student Natalie, who is part of the first wave of female students to be admitted into the previously all-male college, is raped by her classmate Archie at his 18th birthday party. The pair enjoyed a fun, flirty relationship prior to that night, but his actions, which also included filming the rape and sharing the footage with his friends, put a swift end to that. There are three strands to Natalie's ordeal: the rape itself, the identity of the perpetrator, and Archie's insistence that he's not guilty of the crime he's committed. "I would never hurt anyone, ever," he says to his sister, his tone genuine, his cheeks tear-stained. He's entirely in denial. The reality doesn't chime with his sense of self; and it doesn't align with his perception of what it means to be a rapist. And therein lies the crux of Consent. Natalie evidently had a crush on Archie and would have admitted it freely to anyone who asked, but at no point did she agree to have sex with him. Those words were never spoken. She didn't say yes. Archie, however, had interpreted her behaviour towards him – the dancing, the prolonged eye contact – as the green light to "take care of business", as his friend so eloquently put it. But those words were never spoken. She didn't say yes because she was unable to. Natalie was incapacitated and as such, she was denied a basic human right: her consent. When Natalie informs the school, Archie's deep-pocketed parents threaten legal action and as a result, the incident is swept under the rug, leaving her with one option: to leave. As a working class Black woman, the hurdles she's overcome and those that await her are far greater than those her predominantly white, wealthy, male peers will ever experience. Her scholarship was a rare opportunity to level the playing field marginally, and it was ripped out of her grasp. Archie, by contrast, not only remains at the school, completely unscathed by the incident, he receives an academic award and an offer to study at Oxbridge. He is one of the school's "brightest" after all, as noted by he headmaster. Men like Archie always land on their feet. But in the closing moments of Consent, that looks set to change. When Archie's footage is sent to Natalie by one of his former friends, she has the ammunition she needs to contact the police. We're not privy to what happens after she makes that call, but one would hope justice is done. It's far from a satisfying ending, however. It doesn't change the fact that she has been raped, the scars of which she'll bear for a lifetime; it doesn't alter the fact that her best friend chose not to believe her, or that the school failed in its duty of care to Natalie; it doesn't erase the shame she was forced to carry because of one man's actions. It also highlights a horrifying reality: without that video, Natalie's truth would have remained buried. She would have been yet another footnote in the annals of a history littered with the stories of women who haven't been protected or believed. But now, she has a chance to reclaim her voice, a luxury that many aren't afforded right here, in the real world. For countless women, that's an impossibility, a dream wrapped up in a nightmare. But through dramas like Consent, the hope for better burns bright. For information and support, visit the NHS website or Rape Crisis England & Wales. Consent airs tonight on Channel 4 at 10pm. It's available to stream now on All4.
Meet Sandro, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and nanny
With a background in ballet and breakdance, will Sandro be able to make his bakes as spellbinding as his moves?
The Great British Bake Off 2022 final is finally here after 10 amazing weeks in the famous tent. Now just three bakers remain in the Great British Bake Off 2022 line-up with the hopes of being crowned this year's winner. Still in the running to take home the coveted glass cake stand is Sandro – a 30-year-old nanny who has served up some of the judges' favourite bakes over the course of the competition. Sandro will compete against Abdul and Syabira, who fans have predicted will win Bake Off this year. Despite the tough competition, Sandro wasn't nervous for the final, saying: "Approaching the finals I didn’t feel that nervous, to be honest. I have dreamed of being in the finals more than I have being in the tent. "It was always a goal for me so I felt super proud to have got far, and from there I just wanted to enjoy the last few moments of my dream. I went into the finals with the aim of enjoying myself, it did feel like just three buddies in a tent baking for the last time." So, does Sandro have what it takes to crowned the Great British Bake Off 2022 winner? Here's everything you need to know about him. Who is Sandro? Age: 30 From: London Job: Nanny Sandro was born in Angola, but fled the Angolan war with his mum when he was two. They then settled then in London, where Sandro now works as a nanny. He is also passionate about fitness, and is a keen boxer while also having a background in ballet and breakdance. Sandro first turned to baking as a form of therapy after his father passed away was he was 21. He now runs virtual baking classes for children with autism. Sandro says he can sometimes be "a bit too ambitious with" his bakes, but will that ambition pay off when he's in the tent? He lives and breathes baking and likes to infuse his bakes with flavours from his Angolan heritage, including paprika paired with tangy cheese, and sweet bakes smothered in sticky dulce de leche. When does The Great British Bake Off 2022 final start? The Great British Bake Off 2022 final will air on Channel 4 on Tuesday 15th November at 8pm. Season 13 started on Tuesday 13th September at 8pm, with episodes also available to watch on catch-up on All 4. Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood returned as judges, while Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding comprised their roles as the show's hosts. Get to know some of the other season 13 GBBO contestants: Meet Dawn, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and IT manager Meet Janusz, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and personal assistant Meet Maxy, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and architectural assistant Meet Rebs, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and student Meet Abdul, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and electronics engineer Meet Will, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and DIY enthusiast Meet James, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and nuclear scientist Meet Kevin, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and music teacher Meet Maisam, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and student Meet Syabira, Great British Bake Off 2021 contestant and avid gamer Meet Carole, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and supermarket cashier The Great British Bake Off 2022 final airs on Channel 4 on Tuesday 15th November at 8pm. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our hub for more Entertainment news. The latest issue of Radio Times is on sale now – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Meet Syabira, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and avid gamer
Here's everything you need to know about the Bake Off finalist Syabira.
After 10 weeks in the tent, The Great British Bake Off final is here. This Tuesday (15th November), the final three contestants in the Great British Bake Off 2022 line-up will go head-to-head as they take on the last three challenges. One of those bakers is Syabira, who has managed to bag Star Baker three times in a row during season 13. She'll compete against Sandro and Abdul, after last week's show saw Janusz bow out of the competition. "I was very sad to see Janusz leave. I lost my only tequila buddy in the tent. We all went for dinner that night trying not to discuss about the leaving. He was upset, but he put on a very brave face and gave me a pep talk for the final," Syabira said. While we won't find out who this year's winner is until the finale airs, Syabira is a firm-favourite to take home the coveted glass cake stand. In an exclusive RadioTimes.com poll, 78 per cent of fans predicted that she'll win this year's show, and in his latest column, reigning Bake Off champ Giuseppe Dell'Anno backed her, saying: "I think that they all have what it takes to be a winner. "However, looking back, Syabira has probably been the best performing of the three overall, and I hope that the final result will give her credit for that. But, in the tent, everybody starts from scratch every week, so literally anything can happen!" And she's feeling very confident ahead of the final, saying: "Regardless of the outcome, I couldn’t wait to finish the showstopper to see the other bakers' cakes, my partner (Bradley), his family and my friends." So, could Syabira be this year's Bake Off champ? Here's everything you need to know about her ahead of tonight's final. Who is Syabira? Age: 32 From: London Job: Cardiovascular Research Associate Syabira was born in Malaysia and is one of seven children. She moved to the UK in 2013 to study for her PhD and is now a Cardiovascular Research Associate in London. Syabira lives with her boyfriend Bradley and loves gaming, often playing an online World-War-II simulation game which she said has taught her about leadership in the real world. Syabira only started baking in 2017 and her bakes often give Malaysian flavour twists to British classics, such as chicken rendang Cornish pasties. She says she is "quick to learn and a resilient baker" and that her favourite cake is a red velvet cake, which is the first bake she ever made. What time is The Great British Bake Off 2022 final? The Great British Bake Off season 13 final will air on Channel 4 on Tuesday 15th November at 8pm. All episodes will also be made available to watch on catch-up on All 4. Season 13 kicked off on Tuesday 13th September, with Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood returning as judges, while Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding reprised their roles as hosts. Get to know some of the other season 13 GBBO contestants: Meet Janusz, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and personal assistant Meet Maxy, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and architectural assistant Meet Rebs, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and student Meet Abdul, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and electronics engineer Meet Will, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and DIY enthusiast Meet James, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and nuclear scientist Meet Kevin, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and music teacher Meet Sandro, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and nanny Meet Maisam, Great British Bake Off 2022 contestant and student The Great British Bake Off 2022 final will air on Tuesday 15th November on Channel 4 at 8pm. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our hub for more Entertainment news. The latest issue of Radio Times is on sale now – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Great British Bake Off 2022: Release date, hosts, judges and latest news
Here's everything you need to know about The Great British Bake Off 2022 final.
It's finally time for The Great British Bake Off final. Tonight (Tuesday 15th November), the three remaining contestants in the Great British Bake Off 2022 line-up - Sandro, Syabira and Abdul - will take on their last set of challenges in a bid to be crowned this year's winners. For this week's Bake Off theme they'll be tasked with making a picnic selection for the Signature, followed by a summer classic for the Technical and a final Showstopper in celebration of the planet. As it stands, Syabira is a firm favourite to take home the glass cake stand. In an exclusive RadioTimes.com poll, 78 per cent tipped her to win Great British Bake Off 2022. Sandro received 14 per cent of the votes, while Abdul was in third place with 7.6 per cent of the votes. In his recent column, reigning Bake Off champ Giuseppe Dell'Anno revealed who he thinks should win, saying: "I think that they all have what it takes to be a winner. However, looking back, Syabira has probably been the best performing of the three overall, and I hope that the final result will give her credit for that. But, in the tent, everybody starts from scratch every week, so literally anything can happen!" As the Bake Off final takes place, read on for everything you need to know about season 13, including what time the final starts, who is in the line-up, and much more. What time is The Great British Bake Off 2022 final? The Great British Bake Off final will air on Tuesday 15th November at 8pm. It's an hour-and-15-minute-long episode, so grab some snacks and get cosy! At the end of the episode, either Abdul, Syabira or Sandro will be named this year's winner. View oEmbed on the source website When did the Great British Bake Off 2022 start? Season 13 started on Channel 4 on Tuesday 13th September in the show's usual slot of 8pm. It was previously revealed that Bake Off had been renewed for three more years on Channel 4. Richard McKerrow, Chief Executive at Love Productions, said: "We are delighted to have extended Bake Off’s stay on Channel 4 for another three years. Love Productions' long-term commitment with Channel 4 illustrates a deep, warm, mutual respect and partnership which enables us to bring Bake Off to the widest audience possible." Ian Katz, Chief Content Officer at Channel 4, added: "We are thrilled that Channel 4 will continue to serve up Bake Off’s unique combination of warmth, humour and soggy bottoms for years to come. Bake Off is all about optimism, celebrating eccentricity and bringing the nation together – precisely what a publicly owned Channel 4 is here to do." How to watch The Great British Bake Off 2022 The Great British Bake Off will be available to watch on Channel 4 once again. And if you miss the episodes, don't worry: the show will also be available on Channel 4's catch-up service, All 4. Who is in The Great British Bake Off 2022 line-up? The Great British Bake Off 2022 line-up includes 12 ambitious bakers, all from very different backgrounds. Below is a full list of contestants. Great British Bake Off 2022 finalists: Abdul, 29, electronics engineer from London Sandro, 30, nanny from London Syabira, 32, cardiovascular research associate from London Former Great British Bake Off 2022 contestants: Janusz, 34, personal assistant from Sussex - Eliminated in Week 9 Maxy, 29, architectural assistant from London - Eliminated in Week 8 Carole, 59, supermarket cashier from Dorset - Eliminated in Week 5 Dawn, 60, IT Manager from Bedfordshire - Eliminated in Week 6 James, 25, nuclear scientist from Cumbria - Eliminated in Week 3 Kevin, 33, music teacher from Lanarkshire - Eliminated in Week 7 Maisam, 18, student and sales assistant from Greater Manchester - Eliminated in Week 2 Rebs, 23, Masters student from County Atrim, Northern Ireland - Eliminated in Week 3 Will, 45, former charity director from London - Eliminated in Week 1 Find out more on who's left The Great British Bake Off 2022 so far. Great British Bake Off 2022 judges Prue Leith has now teamed up with original judge Paul Hollywood for five seasons, and both will return for season 13. Great British Bake Off 2022 hosts Noel Fielding and Matt Lucas are back in the tent. Lucas took over from Sandi Toksvig in 2020, and season 13 will be his third year in the role. Who won The Great British Bake Off 2021? In 2021, Giuseppe bagged the grand prize after wowing the judges. Season 12 was won by Giuseppe, 45, from Bristol. The Italian born chef from Bristol, 45, managed to win the judges over with his delicious treats fit for a Mad Hatter's Tea Party. He beat runners up Chigs and Crystelle, who had also impressed throughout the series, both winning Star Baker twice and receiving a Hollywood Handshake. Following his win, Giuseppe said: "There are no words, I am speechless for once. All I can think of is the reaction from my mum and dad. The fact is that everything I have done to deserve this comes from his heritage, it’s the best thank you note I can possibly send him. "He is going through a very bad time healthwise, so I think this is going to be a great boost. I don’t say often or lightly that I am proud of what I do, but in this case I am really proud of what I have done. It’s unbelievable!" The Great British Bake Off airs on Channel 4 on Tuesdays at 8pm. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our dedicated Entertainment hub for the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Channel 4 to rebrand All4 player as simply 'Channel 4'
Channel 4 has decided to rebrand its VoD player All4 as simply... Channel 4. The UK public service broadcaster, which celebrates its 40th birthday today (2nd November 2022), was previously known as 4oD, but was renamed All4 in 2015. The new rebranding, which will begin from spring 2023, is to “help audiences better navigate the abundance of choice in the digital world and find their favourite Channel 4 shows wherever and whenever they choose to watch content,” Channel 4 explained in a statement. “All4 will change to ‘Channel 4' as Channel 4 becomes the first UK broadcaster to adopt one brand identity across its digital and linear channels as audiences increasingly no longer distinguish between digital and linear content," it continued. "Channel 4’s entire portfolio of channels will also align with the Channel 4 brand.” Zaid Al-Qassab, chief marketing officer at Channel 4, said: "As Channel 4 turns 40, we’re responding to the challenge of an increasingly crowded content market by using our most powerful asset, the Channel 4 brand." He added: "The creation of a singular brand vision will better serve our viewers and help futureproof the channel to make sure we’re able to continue to take creative risks for the next 40 years. We want to become the viewers’ North Star in the digital world. A valued curator to help them navigate to a destination full of entertaining and thoughtful content they know they can trust." The brand transformation comes as Channel 4 faces an uncertain future, with new UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak having pledged to push ahead with the privatisation of the service, a move set in motion by former Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries back in April. View oEmbed on the source website In a statement at the time, Dorries said: "Channel 4 rightly holds a cherished place in British life and I want that to remain the case. "I have come to the conclusion that government ownership is holding Channel 4 back from competing against streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon. A change of ownership will give Channel 4 the tools and freedom to flourish and thrive as a public service broadcaster long into the future." She added: "I will seek to reinvest the proceeds of the sale into levelling up the creative sector, putting money into independent production and creative skills in priority parts of the country – delivering a creative dividend for all." Read more – Why is Channel 4 being sold? Ownership and privatisation explained If you're looking for something to watch, check out our TV Guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe nowand get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Who are April and George? Meet Married at First Sight UK couple
Here's everything you need to know about Married at First Sight 2022 couple April and George.
It's the final week of Married at First Sight UK 2022, with just two episodes remaining of the E4 show before we say goodbye to this year's couples. Put together by the Married at First Sight UK experts, the 2022 cast line-up started off with eight couples before gaining two more – however there are just five left in the experiment. Yesterday's episode (11th Oct) saw Adrian Sanderson and Thomas Hartley bow out after deciding to split amicably, leaving Chanita and Jordan, Zoe Clifton and Jenna Robinson and George and April on the show. But are George and April still together? Here's everything we know so far. Who is April? Age: 32 Job: Dress designer Location: London Instagram: @aprilbanbury Dress designer April is used to making wedding gowns for other people but hasn't yet worn her own, joking that she's "always the bridal designer, never the bride". A former Miss Great Britain, April is ready to put her love life in the hands of the MAFS UK experts. Driven and ambitious, April won't stop until she succeeds in anything she does and considers herself to be a positive and bubbly social butterfly. She's looking for someone who won't mind her being independent and wants to live life to its fullest with her, saying: "The experts have a great success rate, so I feel like I've got nothing to lose and potentially a lot to gain." Who is George? Age: 40 Job: Financial advisor Location: Worcester Instagram: @george__roberts__ Father-of-four George is a true romantic who is looking for someone emotionally open to keep him on his toes. The financial advisor lives in the countryside with his two eldest children and, while he was heartbroken after divorcing his wife, hopes the relationship experts can help him find what is missing from his life. "My only concern is that I might not be good enough for her," he told Channel 4. Are April and George still together? April and George still remain on the show, however April's recent posts on Instagram imply that they have split up, with April captioning a picture of herself: "Fresh Hair, Fresh Start," and replying to one commenter who asked her how she did not "run a mile" from George on the show with "You can't see it when you're in it." According to The Sun, George was arrested last week over allegations of harassment and coercive control, with the Met Police saying in a statement: "A 40-year-old man was arrested in Worcestershire on Thursday, September 29, on suspicion of controlling and coercive behaviour. He was taken to a police station and bailed pending further enquiries.” George has denied any allegations of wrongdoing. New episodes of Married at First Sight UK air every night at 9pm on E4 from Monday to Thursday, before becoming available on All 4. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide. Visit our hub for more Entertainment news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Who are Thomas and Adrian? Meet Married at First Sight UK couple
Here's everything you need to know about Married at First Sight UK 2022 couple Thomas and Adrian.
We're now into the final week of Married at First Sight UK 2022 and while the process started with eight couples, we're now down to just five remaining within the Married at First Sight cast. One of the largest characters on this season of MAFS UK has been Thomas – the mental health care assistant from Liverpool who was partnered up with fan favourite digital designer Adrian. While it hasn't been an easy journey for the pair, who've given viewers their fair dose of drama, Adrian and Thomas managed to make it to the last episodes of the 2022 series – but are they still on the show? Here's everything you need to know about Married At First Sight UK couple Thomas and Adrian. Who is Thomas? Age: 31 Job: Mental health care assistant Location: Liverpool Instagram: @thomashartleyofficial Bursting with energy, sarcasm and bawdy humour, 31-year-old Thomas is looking for his match. He's extremely sociable, unapologetically loud and not one to back down in an argument, with his worst nightmare being for someone to describe him as "nice". While he's used to having all eyes on him when he enters a room, he's looking for a partner to help balance him out. "I'm really concerned they might not like me," he said. "That's OK, but I don't want to waste their time or my own time." Who is Adrian? Age: 37 Job: Digital designer Location: Manchester Instagram: @adriansanderson Manchester-based digital designer Adrian is a confident and caring northener with a heart of gold who loves nights outs, hosting dinner parties and movie nights at home. After being a serial dater for the last three years, he's looking to settle down with an upbeat and positive partner who'll make him laugh, be up for an adventure and be someone he can trust. "I hope that this experiment goes really well and we end up falling in love," he told Channel 4. Are Thomas and Adrian still together? Those who watched the MAFS UK episode on Tuesday 11th October will know that Adrian and Thomas decided to call it quits during one of the final dinner parties of the series. Despite making it through the process and getting to know one another, Thomas and Adrian came to the conclusion that they shouldn't be together, with the couple's lack of sexual intimacy becoming a growing problem. After parting on amicable terms, they returned to the dinner party and told everyone that they would be "bowing out gracefully". The pair are still continuing to post photographs of one another on their Instagram accounts from when they were filming the show – so hopefully they've remained friends! New episodes of Married at First Sight UK air every night at 9pm on E4 from Monday to Thursday, before becoming available on All 4. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide. Visit our hub for more Entertainment news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Who are Chanita and Jordan? Meet Married at First Sight UK couple
Here's everything you need to know about Married at First Sight UK 2022 couple Chanita and Jordan.
With just two episodes left of Married at First Sight UK, it's hard to believe that we've gone from watching complete strangers walk down the aisle to seeing them start their new lives as proper couples. One of those couples within the Married at First Sight cast is Chanita and Jordan, the duo who started off their MAFS journey as one of the most likely to stick together. After a lovely wedding and a fun honeymoon, the pair joined the rest of the Married at First Sight UK couples for a series of dinner parties and commitment ceremonies and while they've dealt with their fair share of drama, they're still going strong on the show. But have they stuck together since filming ended? Here's everything we know so far about Married At First Sight UK couple Chanita and Jordan ahead of Monday's reunion episode. Who is Chanita? Age: 29 Job: Social worker Location: Derby Instagram: @chanita__x A caring, loyal and protective social worker, Chanita has dedicated her life to helping young people. After being in a 10-year relationship two years ago, she is now ready to find her future partner. "It's so hard to pick out the right people, so I thought why not give the experts a challenge and they can do all the hard work for me," she said. Who is Jordan? Age: 29 Job: Account manager Location: Darlington Instagram: @jordanemmettconnelly A fun, outgoing guy, Darlington-based Jordan considers himself a "great catch" with a good job, a close relationship with his family and cooking skills. The 29-year-old is looking to find true love and a real connection, but has found previously that he can be too particular about what he wants. "I want to get married and have kids, and the clock is ticking," he said. Are Chanita and Jordan still together? Arguably one of the strongest couples on MAFS UK, Chanita and Jordan got off to an amazing start – however, they hit a few bumps in the road halfway through the competition and at one of the later dinner parties, where Jordan revealed that he wouldn't want to move in with Chanita unless he loved her. While they are still taking part in the show, we don't officially know whether they're still an item. However, they do still follow each other on Instagram and have been regularly posting pictures of one another so hopefully that's a good sign! Married at First Sight UK airs Monday to Thursday at 9pm on E4. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our hub for more Entertainment news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Married at First Sight UK 2022: Release date, couples, news
The E4 dating show returns with brand new twists and 16 singletons looking for love.
The end is nigh for the Married at First Sight UK couples, who'll be appearing in their final two episodes this week. It's been a long and bumpy road for the 2022 contestants, who've delivered dramatic dinner parties, emotional commitment ceremonies and raunchy honeymoon moments but it's almost time for the couples to take part in their final sit-down with the experts. Last night's dinner party (Tuesday 11th October) saw the group say goodbye to one more couple, with Thomas and Adrian deciding to amicably split and bow out of the process. Meanwhile, there's still Chanita and Jordan, Zoe Clifton and Jenna Robinson and a host of other couples still in the process who will hopefully make it to the final commitment ceremony. With the final episode airing soon, here's everything you need to know about MAFS UK 2022. When did Married at First Sight UK 2022 start? Married at First Sight UK returned to E4 on Monday 29th August at 9pm. This year's episodes will be airing every night at 9pm on E4 from Monday to Thursday, while fans will be able to catch up on All 4. When does Married at First Sight UK 2022 end? The 2022 series of Married at First Sight UK 2022 comes to an end on Thursday 13th October, with E4 airing the final episode at 9pm. However, you'll get to see your favourite couples again – and ultimately find out whether they stayed together – in the Married at First Sight UK: Reunion, airing on Monday 17th October at 8pm on E4. Married at First Sight UK 2022 cast E4 previously revealed the full cast, which includes Married at First Sight UK's first lesbian couple. Here are all 16 contestants taking part in this year's MAFS UK experiment: Adrian (37), a digital designer from Manchester Duka (31), a recruitment HR coordinator from Birmingham George (40), a financial advisor from Worcester Jordan (29), an account manager from Darlington Kwame (42), a business consultant from London PJ (31), a dancer and performer from Birmingham Richie (51), a sales advisor from Sheffield Thomas (31), a mental health care assistant from Liverpool April (32), a dress designer from London Chanita (29), a social worker from Derby Jenna (32), a zero-waste shop owner from Blackpool Jess (31), a dental hygienist from Cambridgeshire Kasia (36), a businesswoman from London Lara (49), a waitress from Nottingham Whitney (31), a PA from St Albans Zoe (30), a quantity surveyor from the West Midlands Married at First Sight UK experts Returning to guide the couples on their marital journey are Mel Schilling, Paul C Brunson and Charlene Douglas. Australian psychiatrist Schilling joined the UK show last year, having established herself as a dating and relationship expert on the Australian version of the series back in 2016. Meanwhile, Paul C Brunson has previously appeared on Celebs Go Dating and describes himself as "the world's most influential matchmaker", running his own matchmaking company PCB Agency. As for Charlene Douglas, she is a London-based sex therapist who also made her MAFS UK debut last year, and has previously appeared on E4's The Sex Clinic. Married at First Sight UK returns to E4 at 9pm on Monday 29th August. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide or visit our hub for more Entertainment news. The latest issue of Radio Times is on sale now – subscribe now to get each issue delivered to your door. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
Don't Hug Me I'm Scared ending explained: Creators unpack trippy finale
As expected, the new series leaves fans with more questions than answers. **WARNING: Contains spoilers for DHMIS finale**
Since becoming a viral sensation more than a decade ago, Don't Hug Me I'm Scared has never failed to generate wild speculation on its hidden meaning – and that tradition continues with its Channel 4 return. At the end of a blisteringly funny (and occasionally haunting) season, creators Joe Pelling, Becky Sloan and Baker Terry craft a gripping finale, which peels back a new layer of the DHMIS universe. After getting some long overdue replacement batteries, Yellow Guy suddenly becomes the most intelligent character in the show and goes on a journey through the upper levels of his nightmarish home. The creative team have long said they would never confirm exactly what's going on in their surreal horror-comedy, but they did offer some insight into the finale's key moments during an exclusive interview with RadioTimes.com. Read on for what they had to say, but be warned that major spoilers follow from this point on. Who is the woman in the house? Yellow Guy's unnerving journey through his disorienting home sees him encounter older versions of his pals Red Guy and Duck, before arriving on a level inhabited by a strange woman, named Lesley in the credits (played by Vivienne Soan). Intriguingly, there are hints that she could be controlling what happens to our long-suffering trio, as she owns both a dollhouse that reflects the events of the show and an enormous book that she promises contains answers. However, co-creator Joe Pelling tells fans that much uncertainty remains over who is really pulling the strings in Don't Hug Me I'm Scared, explaining that they "didn't want to put a full stop on it". He posed the question: "Is there someone in charge of her?" Of course, many will be wondering who Lesley is, but another valid question is what she is. At first glance, she appears to be the closest thing to a "real person" that DHMIS has seen to date, but that's not necessarily how the creators envisaged her. "I don't even know if I see her as a human," said Pelling. Becky Sloan added: "We wanted to be a bit ambiguous. She's got this teddy stuffing coming out of her face, so she's somewhere in-between their world and human." Why was Yellow Guy the one who discovered her? As arguably the most tortured soul in the group, many fans have grown very protective of Yellow Guy during the storied history of Don't Hug Me I'm Scared. In this finale, he finally gets a moment of triumph – albeit, short-lived – which the creators felt was well-earned. "On the surface he is very dim," began Pelling. "But he's also very open and he's more open to exploring the world around him than the other two are; less cynical. "So in that sense, it seemed like he was the right character to sort of step up and see their world a bit differently. And that whole idea of them understanding who they are, where they are, what they are; for us, the driving force of the show is them questioning what their dynamic is." He added: "And for him to be the one that takes a leap forward just felt like the most interesting route to go." Are the stairs hinting at season 2? As Yellow Guy is sent back to the ground floor with an encyclopaedic tome in hand, we catch a brief glimpse of another flight of stairs that implies the existence of an even higher power in the DHMIS universe. Is this laying the groundwork for a second season? Not necessarily. "It's more like we didn't want to say this is the end of his little journey; the idea that it just keeps going and going," explained Pelling. "But also, there's just something funny about slightly evading the question, deliberately not putting a clear answer. "Because what's interesting about the show, I suppose, is people analysing it, and once you take out that element of discussion then maybe it becomes less interesting." Will we ever find out what's in the book? In light of these comments, it isn't surprising that our big book of answers is literally shredded in the final moments, sending a clear message to viewers that they should never expect definitive resolutions to the show's numerous mysteries. "[It's] amusing to us but annoying for everyone else," said Sloan of the devastating last-minute twist. On fan theories, she previously said: "We would never be like 'this is correct' or 'this is incorrect' because I think that would ruin it. I think it's best to leave it to people’s imagination a bit and play on that." Don't Hug Me I'm Scared is available to stream on All4. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Don't Hug Me I'm Scared creators on bringing the viral hit to television
The internet phenomenon is back with an all-new series on Channel 4.
What's your favourite idea? Mine is a psychological horror comedy with puppets riffing on vintage children's television. I'm not alone in that, either, as proven by the astronomical success of Don't Hug Me I'm Scared on YouTube, where it has racked up more than 280 million views since debuting in 2011. The fever dream show follows Red Guy, Yellow Guy and Duck as they are taught a series of harrowing life lessons on topics ranging from time to love and technology to dieting. Running through all the episodes are hints towards an overarching story that fans have meticulously combed through, dreaming up a huge stack of theories on what might be going on and why. They've had little new material to mull over during a six-year hiatus, but Don't Hug Me I'm Scared is finally back, this time on television, courtesy of Channel 4 and taking an expanded 25-minute format to boot. "I suppose it's a harder sell than a normal show, considering we haven't made a TV show before and it's quite unusual," co-creator Joe Pelling told RadioTimes.com on shopping the series. "It's not for everyone, I suppose. And I think we were very lucky to pitch it to Channel 4 at the right time and they seemed to get it. Not everyone we pitched it to 'got it' and I think the phrase they came back with was it was 'quite specific'. So maybe that's a euphemism for 'it’s too weird and we don't like it'." Or perhaps a ruder word beginning with 's', speculates Baker Terry, a writer on the original DHMIS and co-creator of the television version, along with a returning Becky Sloan. The show was picked up by Channel 4 in July 2020, but the hard work was far from over. Now, the trio had to crack how to expand on their "four-minute little musical number" to fill a block of terrestrial programming. Pelling continued: "It being its own strange thing works on the internet, but you've got to find a reason for these stories to work over half an hour. So I think, for us, we needed to dig into the characters a bit more and give them their own little motives and things. Rather than just a theme that builds to a shocking moment, we were like, ‘Well, how would the characters react?’ I think that when you write in half an hour, you have to take that into consideration." The team welcomed three new writers as well as story editor Megan Ganz (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Community) to assist with the challenge, but stayed true to the spirit and tone of their original vision. That includes more nonsensical musings on the world around us, in the spirit of earlier quotes like "green is not a creative colour" and "planets live inside the moon", a writing style that Pelling sums up as "the funniest, most idiotic way of describing something". On the show's absurd lexicon, Sloan added: "It's tricky because it might sound like the most boring, crap thing ever on paper, but then in the performance, it might be hilarious… Sometimes we end up just changing stuff on set as well, and sometimes that's when the best stuff comes, I think. Luckily, Channel 4 have just given us so much creative freedom; we can't deviate loads from the scripts, but we do have a bit of freedom to play around on set." While no one can say with absolute certainty what Don't Hug Me I'm Scared is about – beyond the creators, who choose not to – there is an obvious intricacy to the work that has built a loyal fanbase devoted to decoding it. There's plenty more mysteries to fuel the fire in the latest episodes, which are seemingly set after the perplexing finale to the YouTube series (if the wall calendar is anything to go by). However, Pelling revealed that continuity was never a major factor in crafting the new season. "It's weird because we don't tend to pin down that stuff too much for ourselves, I think we try to just go with what feels right," he said. "But I suppose it's like, to an extent, the characters live in a kind of weird, timeless world where they just repeat lessons. You don't know what day it is or what period of time it is. It feels a bit like this could be a prequel or a sequel, we don't really think it matters in some strange way." While it would be near-impossible to keep up with every new theory, the creators are engaged with their thriving fandom, whose analytical dissection of the show "feeds back into" the making of it – encouraging ever more hidden details. Suffice to say, just like the original shorts, the Channel 4 series will benefit from a rewatch (or 12). "It's fun to plant little Easter eggs in the show and see if people will find them – and they always do," said Sloan. "Like the littlest thing, you could embroider a little code on a post-it note on the fridge and people will zoom in and find it. It's so fun playing around with that stuff. And the new series is littered with eggs. So many Easter eggs, actual eggs…" After such a long absence, the return of Don't Hug Me I'm Scared – in all its existential glory – is an absolute delight. Far from resting on its laurels, the show has grown more ambitious than ever with a raft of new characters, ideas and songs, culminating in a trippy finale that appears to leave the door open for future stories. Suffice to say, we have our fingers firmly crossed for season 2, even if it means more torment for Red Guy, Yellow Guy and Duck. Don't Hug Me I'm Scared is available to stream on All4. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. 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The Handmaid's Tale season 5 to air in UK this month
The new season will debut on Channel 4 and Amazon Prime Video at the same time.
Channel 4 has confirmed that The Handmaid's Tale season 5 will begin airing on the channel later this month – at the same time as it debuts on Amazon Prime Video. Channel 4 has debuted each of the previous four seasons in the UK, but following Amazon's takeover of MGM – which produces the show – the two have now agreed to share premiere rights. The fifth season of the hit drama is currently underway on Hulu in the United States, and although an exact date has not yet been given for the UK premiere, it will be reassuring for fans to know it's not too far away. "Over the series, The Handmaid’s Tale has remained reflective, high quality and hard-hitting," Channel 4's head of acquisitions Nick Lee said in announcing the news. "We’re thrilled Channel 4 and All4 audiences will be returning to Gilead to see further justice dispensed in the next riveting instalment.” The series – which is adapted from Margaret Atwood's classic novel of the same name – first debuted in 2017 and has enjoyed consistently strong reviews ever since, winning a total of 15 Emmy Awards from 75 nominations. It tells the story of life in the dystopian Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly the United States, as Offred/June (Elizabeth Moss) struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful Commander and his resentful wife. View oEmbed on the source website According to Channel 4, the latest season will see June face the consequences of killing Commander Waterford (played by Joseph Fiennes) while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. Meanwhile, the widowed Serena (Yvonne Strahovski) attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada, and Commander Lawrence (Bradley Whitford) works with Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) and Nick (Max Minghella) as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. All four previous seasons of The Handmaid's Tale are currently streaming on All4, so there's every opportunity to catch-up before the new episodes arrive. Try Amazon Prime Video for free for 30 days While you’re waiting, take a look at the rest of our Drama coverage or check out what else is on with our TV guide. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Great British Bake Off 2022 announces elimination twist in episode 3
Bread Week took a surprising turn in tonight's episode.
This week's episode of The Great British Bake Off saw a major twist in its format, as after some seriously impressive performances for Bread Week, no one was sent home from the tent. With Rebs and Abdul both unable to take part in this week's episode due to illness, the tent was already down on numbers. Then, in a big surprise, the judges revealed that due to the high quality seen in this week's bakes, no one would be going home. It's very rare that no one is eliminated in a week on Bake Off, but not unheard of. Seasons 3, 5 and 9 all featured a week where no one was sent home, with multiple eliminations then happening in later weeks. Not all of the Bake Off traditions were switched up this week, of course - there was still a Star Baker announced, with the recognition this week going to Janusz. This is the second time Janusz has been named Star Baker in the three episodes aired so far, marking him out as a serious contender as we head deeper in to the competition. At the beginning of this week's episode, Matt Lucas made the announcement regarding Rebs and Abdul, saying: "Good morning, bakers! Welcome back to the tent. Now, both Rebs and Abdul are a bit under the weather this week." He then said: "But, with your permission we thought we'd send them both straight through to the final", before Noel Fielding added: "Only joking, they're just going to miss a week and hopefully they'll be back next week." Tonight's episode was Bread Week in the tent, with this season having already seen Cake Week in episode 1 and Biscuit Week in episode 2. The Great British Bake Off airs on Channel 4 on Tuesdays at 8pm. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or visit our dedicated Entertainment hub for the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Great British Bake Off winner reveals what surprised him behind the scenes
Giuseppe explained what viewers don't see in the Bake Off tent.
We all know there's a lot that goes on which viewers don't see when it comes to crafting the magic of TV, but now we've been given an exclusive peek behind the scenes of one of the nation's favourite shows - The Great British Bake Off. Last year's winner Giuseppe, who currently has his own RadioTimes.com column reviewing each of the new episodes this season, has explained just how appearing on the show has changed his perspective when watching it. Giuseppe said: "Once you've been on the site, it's like having a new perspective on what you see on TV. You know you’ve been there and feel physically how the site is laid out. So it's almost as if you recognise the spots, you recognise the angles and your brain builds up on the surroundings that others can't see. "Because you know where things are, you know where the trophy is, you know where the camera is. It gives you a bit of a fuller experience by watching live because you've been there and you see things that are not shown in a way." Asked if there was anything audiences don't get to see that is a big part of the show behind the camera, Giuseppe said: "Yes, the sudden cleanliness on the benches from one segment to the other. And I mean, one of the things that never occurred to me as a viewer was the amount of work that goes on in the tent between, you know, wrapping up one bake and judging it." He explained: "Occasionally, there are hours in between them. Obviously you don't see that because it's all a straight, streamlined, and seamless progression to when the judges taste the bakes, but you don't even notice it as a viewer. You just follow the story as they tell it. "But now that I've seen what happens behind closed doors, you spot the fact that one second the tent is a massive mess of cake disruption, with whipped cream in every corner, and the next second the beauty shot shows a pristine tent. "In the meantime is that all the bakers have been kicked out, respectfully by the crew, and we sit on that sofa in the garden that you see in the background occasionally outside of the tent. "So we sit there while a swarm of 30 Bake Off elves come over and make the place spotless, they preserve your cakes, moving them around and making sure that nothing is broken in the process. It’s like a clockwork mechanism behind closed doors that happens and they do it masterfully!" Additional reporting by Grace Henry. You can read the first Britalian Bake Off review with Giuseppe right here now. Giuseppe’s debut cookbook, Giuseppe’s Italian Bakes (Quadrille, £20) is available to pre-order, out 13th October. The Great British Bake Off airs on Channel 4 on Tuesdays at 8pm. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or visit our dedicated Entertainment hub for the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Great British Bake Off 2022 start date confirmed by Channel 4
There's not long to wait until we're back in the tent once more.
It's been a long year waiting for The Great British Bake Off's return to Channel 4, but we now know exactly when the hit baking show will be back on our screens. Channel 4 has confirmed that the show's 13th season will officially start on Tuesday 13th September, airing at 8pm. Judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood will be both be back in the tent, as well as presenters Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding. They'll once again be joined by 12 amateur bakers, each hoping to win over the judges with their cakes, biscuits, pastries and more. View oEmbed on the source website If the show follows its usual schedule, the bakers will be whittled down to the final three for week 10, at which point the finalists will battle it out to see whose scone is the one and whose cream is supreme. Last year's season ran from 21st September to 23rd November, with Chigs, Crystelle and Giuseppe making it all the way to the final. In the end, it was Giuseppe who was named Ultimate Star Baker and lifted the glass cake stand. At the time of his win, Giuseppe said: "I feel it’s been a great year for Italy. I truly can’t believe it or take it in, this has made me so incredibly happy to be a Britalian. Dell’Anno is my surname which translates in English to 'of the year' – and I feel this has certainly has been my year." This year's line-up of bakers has yet to be announced, but we're sure more details will be revealed in due to course as we head towards the start date in a couple of weeks. The Great British Bake Off returns to Channel 4 on Tuesday 13th September at 8pm. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or visit our dedicated Entertainment hub for the latest news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.
Who are Whitney and Duka? Meet Married at First Sight UK couple
Here's everything you need to know about Married at First Sight UK 2022 couple Whitney and Duka.
Last night, our first couples from Married at First Sight UK 2022 walked down the aisle, and while Chanita and Jordan appeared to hit it off immediately, the same couldn't be said for Whitney and Duka. Whitney seemed to be unsure about Duka after first laying eyes on him, saying that when compared to the "brickhouse" of a man she wanted, he was more like "a shed". Although they seemed to bond more over their shared family values, it seems as though the road ahead could be bumpy for these two as they make their way through the experiment. Whitney had made clear in her meeting with the other singletons before the wedding that she wouldn't settle for anything less than perfect, but will she change her mind about Duka? And will he be able to move past her initial reaction and behaviour at the wedding? You can find out all about the rest of the Married at First Sight cast and learn about the couples so far here. Meanwhile, here's everything we know so far about Married At First Sight UK couple Whitney and Duka. Who is Whitney? Age: 31 Job: PA Location: St Albans Instagram: @itswhitneyelizabeth St Albans-based PA Whitney isn't short of male attention, but wants a man who ticks all the boxes that she can settle down with. After losing her mother, Whitney has had a tough couple of years and while she's dated men on a superficial level, she's never found anyone good enough to bring home to her family. While Whitney has high expectations for her potential partner, she feels ready to give someone a chance. "I need to get my s**t together and embrace the situation," she told Channel 4. Who is Duka? Age: 31 Job: Recruitment HR coordinator Location: Birmingham Instagram: @dukacav HR coordinator Duka moved to the UK at the age of 10 after fleeing former Yugoslavia with his family to escape conflict. While he was bullied for not speaking a word of English, he has since become a man about town, however the girls he fancies are usually superficial. He finds it difficult to put his guard down when people get close to him emotionally, but he's looking for an Instagram girl who loves looking after herself and can also have a deep conversation about world issues. "People see me and think, 'Oh he's a d**k head' but that's not the case – people are too quick to judge me," he said. New episodes of Married at First Sight UK air every night at 9pm on E4 from Monday to Thursday, before becoming available on All 4. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide. Visit our hub for more Entertainment news. The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times podcast with Jane Garvey.