Radio Times
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items: The best streaming services in 2025: How to choose between Netflix, Prime and Disney+
items: Love Island rules: What could get contestants removed from the villa?
items: Will there be The Beast Must Die season 2?
items: BritBox move to ITVX and subscriptions explained: Where can I watch?
items: Sanditon season 3: UK Release date, cast, trailer and latest news
items: Staged season 3: Release date, cast and latest news
items: Meet the cast of BBC comedy Staged
items: Meet the cast of Why Didn't They Ask Evans?
items: Why Didn't They Ask Evans?: Release date, cast, trailer and latest news
items: Where is Magpie Murders filmed? Location guide for BBC drama
items: Who left Love Island last night? All the dumped contestants from season 9
items: Who is Shaq Muhammad? Meet Love Island's airport security man
items: Who is Spencer Wilks? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and business owner
items: Who is Will Young? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and farmer
items: BBC acquires Magpie Murders and announces season 2 with Lesley Manville
items: Love Island 2023 star Lana Jenkins speaks out on new social media rules
items: Love Island unveils first look at brand new South African villa
items: Who is Haris Namani? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and TV salesman
items: Who is Anna-May Robey? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and Welsh beauty
items: Who is Kai Fagan? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and PE teacher
items: Doctor Who fans celebrate David Tennant's return with festive watchalong
items: Can I get BritBox on ITVX?
items: Best Christmas TV specials - from Gavin and Stacey to Black-ish
items: How to watch The Sarah Jane Adventures – is it streaming?
items: Staged season 3 review: Tennant and Sheen comedy keeps things fresh
items: David Tennant and Michael Sheen to return for Staged season 3
items: Unforgotten's Sanjeev Bhaskar to lead BritBox's Inspector Singh drama
items: Sanditon shares first look at season 3 – will new faces ruffle feathers?
items: Where was Hot Fuzz filmed?
items: Sir Michael Palin reflects on the "step into the unknown" that would become a comedy classic

The best streaming services in 2025: How to choose between Netflix, Prime and Disney+
type: item
date: 2025-12-01T11:41:20.000Z
creator: Patrick Cremona
subject: TV
subject: What to Watch
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: Apple TV
subject: BritBox
subject: Disney
subject: Disney Plus
subject: hayu
subject: Netflix
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
description: We compare Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video and more to help you find your perfect streaming match.
encoded: Streaming has never been bigger – or more confusing. In the years since Netflix first revolutionised how we consume film and TV, a whole host of rival platforms have launched to the point that it can now be difficult to know where to begin. From Disney+ – which arrived for UK audiences in March 2020 – to Apple TV, which has amassed a highly impressive catalogue of original films and shows in a relatively time span, there really is a wealth of options. But which is the best of the bunch? To answer that question, we’ve tested and compared the top streaming services available in the UK, breaking down price, the best shows and what kind of TV fan each one’s is suited to. With the help of our comprehensive guide below, you'll be far better qualified to select the ideal streamer for you and your family's viewing needs. Which streaming services are available in the UK? Amazon Prime Video: Budget-friendly all-rounder Apple TV: Big-budget dramas and kids' shows DAZN: Sports and boxing fans Disney+: Families and Marvel and Star Wars lovers Hayu: Reality TV fanatics ITVX: Bingers of British box sets Netflix: Binge-watchers, film lovers and fans of original content NOW: Prestige TV from Sky & HBO and those wanting blockbuster movies Amazon Prime Video Best for those looking for value on a budget Price: £8.99 per month or £95 annually (with half-price option available for students) Free trial: Yes – there is a 30 day free trial option Max resolution: 4k Streams: Up to 3 Prime Video is a great option if you're looking for a streamer that's relatively low budget – with the £95 yearly cost also including membership to Amazon Prime, with all the usual perks including next day delivery. Although it perhaps lags behind some of the other streamers when it comes to the overall quality of its original programming, the platform nonetheless has some major hits – including The Boys and Fallout – and has also kept viewers happy with a range of highly successful young adult fare, including th…

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Love Island rules: What could get contestants removed from the villa?
type: item
date: 2024-05-29T16:54:28.000Z
creator: Brooke Pollock
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Here's everything you need to know about the Love Island rules.
encoded: Fans are eagerly awaiting the return of Love Island, which premieres across all ITV networks on Monday 3rd June. The 11th season will once again see a group of people who want to find love in the sun battle for first place and the big cash prize. The new cast was announced recently, and it was confirmed that Maya Jama would be returning to host. Iain Stirling will also still be lending his voice to the programme nightly with his witty and sometimes savage commentary. Whilst in the villa in Mallorca, Spain, the islanders will have to adhere to a special set of rules and guidelines, just like they had to do before. Before Love Island kicks off, here's what you need to know about the villa dos and don’ts. Love Island rules 1. No masturbating Solo sexual acts are off limits in the Love Island villa. While contestants are allowed to be intimate with their partners, masturbation is not allowed under any circumstances. 2. No getting drunk Although the islanders are given some alcoholic beverages during their party evenings, contestants aren't allowed to get drunk and are limited to a number of drinks. According to former contestant Kem Cetinay, they're allowed a small glass of wine or beer each night along with their evening meal. 3. No nudity As the villa is a public place, contestants are not allowed to be fully naked in front of others and must be clothed at all times. 4. No inappropriate language, behaviour or physical violence Inappropriate behaviour is at producers' discretion and would include violence and sexual harassment. It could also cover homophobic, racist or aggressive language. 5. No books, phones, magazines We'll see the islanders using phones throughout the season, however, these are special phones used specifically for show purposes, such as for receiving text announcements on new arrivals and challenges. Personal phones are not allowed under any circumstances, and anyone caught sneaking their phone in could be at risk of being removed from the villa. Th…

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Will there be The Beast Must Die season 2?
type: item
date: 2024-05-03T09:10:34.000Z
creator: Radio Times Staff
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: Will Billy Howle be returning as Strangeways?
encoded: Detective drama The Beast Must Die first debuted on BritBox in 2021, but now the full season is available to watch for free with ads on ITVX. The show, which stars Billy Howle, Jared Harris and Cush Jumbo, was a hit for now closed down streamer BritBox when it first debuted, and it was quickly announced that a second season was in the works. However, with years having gone by without an update, and some major changes having shaken things up behind the scenes, what is the status of the previously announced second season now? Read on for everything you need to know about the future of The Beast Must Die. Will there be a season 2 of The Beast Must Die? Unfortunately for fans, it seems like there won't be a second season. Back in 2021, after the first season launched on BritBox, it was announced soon after that a second season was already in development. The new season was set to be titled A Sword In My Bones, and was in development with New Regency Television and Ridley Scott's Scott Free. It was said that the show would be leaving the Isle of Wight behind for a "new cinematic setting", and would star the characters from season one – except for Billy Howle's Strangeways. However, since then there have been some major changes behind the scenes, with BritBox closing down and becoming absorbed into ITVX. RadioTimes.com has now had it confirmed from ITV that a second season is not in development for ITVX, meaning it seems unlikely the proposed season 2 will ever see the light of day. What was The Beast Must Die season 2 going to be about? The proposed season 2, which is no longer in development, would have been deviating even further from the Strangeways novels by Nicholas Blake (AKA Cecil Day-Lewis) than season 1. When season 2 was originally announced, it was revealed that, instead of adapting another of the novels, screenwriter Gaby Chiappe had created her own original story, titled A Sword In My Bones. Ed Rubin, Head of New Regency Television International and Marina B…

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BritBox move to ITVX and subscriptions explained: Where can I watch?
type: item
date: 2024-04-11T10:35:09.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: The only way you'll be able to watch BritBox as a subscriber is on ITVX from now onwards.
encoded: BritBox UK has now been fully absorbed into ITVX, marking the end of the standalone service. BritBox UK was launched in 2019 as a joint venture between the BBC and ITV in a bid to compete with the likes of Netflix and Amazon, with ITV later buying the BBC out of its share in the UK business. When ITVX launched in 2022, all of BritBox's content was absorbed by ITVX Premium, but subscribers were able to continue using the separate app and website. However, BritBox was revealed to be shutting down in early February. ITV's CEO, Carolyn McCall, said at the time that the move comes as part of ITV's plans to streamline its services. "In 2024, the BritBox UK service on Amazon Prime Video Channels and the BritBox UK standalone app will close as we further simplify our offering," McCall said. "This will consolidate all our subscribers under one ITVX Premium brand and will give us complete ownership of the subscriber base," she added. "The closure of these services is expected to impact subscriber numbers and subscription revenues in 2024." With all the changes going on, subscribers may be wondering just how exactly they can watch BritBox content. Read on for everything you need to know. How can I watch BritBox? The only way you’ll be able to watch BritBox as a subscriber is on ITVX from now onwards. Your BritBox subscription will have automatically been switched over to an ITVX Premium subscription, where you'll have access to the full ad-free library of BritBox content. To start watching, you need to sign into ITVX or set up a new password if you're new to ITVX. Will the BritBox price remain the same? Yes, ITV has confirmed that the price – £5.99 per month or £59.99 per year – will remain the same. Read more: The best TV shows on BritBox to watch now 7 BritBox Originals you don’t want to miss Visit our Drama hub or find something to watch now with our TV Guide and Streaming Guide. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Sanditon season 3: UK Release date, cast, trailer and latest news
type: item
date: 2023-08-16T13:12:42.000Z
creator: Radio Times Staff
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BritBox
subject: ITV
description: The BritBox and PBS adaptation of Jane Austen's unfinished novel Sanditon is returning for its third and final season.
encoded: *Warning: spoilers ahead for Sanditon seasons 1 & 2* UK fans have had a lengthy wait for season 3 of Sanditon - but finally, we're almost there. And as the first-look images indicate, it's set to be one hell of a final chapter, with "more grand parties, wise and outspoken women, and lovely friendships that stand the test of time and circumstances". You can also expect "many surprises", including "astonishing new alliances, ghosts from the past, and all the complications of love and life". So, without further ado, read on for everything you need to know about what's to come for the Sanditon cast in season 3. Sanditon season 3 release date: When will it air? Sanditon season 3 arrives in the UK on Thursday 17th August on ITVX. The show was renewed for both a second and third season following solid campaigning from fans after the series was initially cancelled. Sanditon season 3 cast: Who stars? View Green Video on the source website Season 3 will see returning familiar faces and new characters alike. The full cast list is as follows. Rose Williams as Charlotte Heywood Crystal Clarke as Georgiana Lambe Anne Reid as Lady Denham Kris Marshall as Tom Parker Kate Ashfield as Mary Parker Jack Fox as Sir Edward Denham Lily Sacofsky as Clara Brereton Rosie Graham as Alison Heywood Sophie Winkleman as Lady Susan Ben Lloyd-Hughes as Alexander Colbourne Alexander Vlahos as Charles Lockhart Frank Blake as Captain Declan Fraser Maxim Ays as Captain William Carter Cal Brigden as Ralph Starling Flora Mitchell as Leonora Colbourne Eloise Webb as Augusta Markham Emma Fielding as Lady Montrose Alice Orr-Ewing as Lydia Edward Davis as Lord Henry Montrose James Bolam as Rowleigh Pryce Liam Garrigan as Samuel Colbourne Sanditon season 3 plot: What will happen? "Charlotte returns to Sanditon with her fiancé in tow but is forced to come to terms with her unresolved feelings for Colbourne," reads the official synopsis. "He, devastated, tries to move on and open his heart to another, but as th…

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Staged season 3: Release date, cast and latest news
type: item
date: 2023-06-14T10:10:00.000Z
creator: Flora Carr
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BritBox
description: The third season of the David Tennant and Michael Sheen comedy is now coming to BBC One.
encoded: Good Omens stars David Tennant and Michael Sheen returned for a third season of their comedy series Staged last year, although some fans missed out on the new episodes. This is because for the first time the series moved from its original BBC home to BritBox - however, that is now all about to change. Season 3 is now coming to BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with creator Simon Evans continuing to keep audiences on their toes with twists a-plenty and cameos galore. Evans has also spoken with RadioTimes.com about the possibility for a fourth season, but for now, when is season 3 arriving for BBC viewers, what is it about and who is in the cast? Read on for everything you need to know about Staged season 3. Staged season 3 release date Staged season 3 was first released on BritBox on Thursday 24th November 2022, marking the first time the show had released a new season on that platform, rather than on the BBC. However, the new season is now finally also coming to BBC One, with the first two episodes airing back to back from 10:40pm on Wednesday 14th June. Two more episodes will then air each Wednesday. But if you can't wait for the weekly releases, don't worry - season 3 is available to watch in full right now on BBC iPlayer. What is Staged about? The lockdown comedy originally focussed on Sheen and Tennant, playing exaggerated versions of themselves and rehearsing a play over Zoom calls. However, season two saw that premise upended (which you can read about in our four-star Staged season two review), as the two actors openly discuss Staged and reveal that it was all fiction. Keen to move on to 'real' acting work, they're nonetheless frustrated when they learn that there's going to be a US remake of Staged with a different cast. The new third season similarly sees some surprising twists along the way - although we of course won't reveal them here. The synopsis for the first episode of the third season says: "David and Michael talk on a video call, initially over footage of Wa…

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Meet the cast of BBC comedy Staged
type: item
date: 2023-06-14T10:03:33.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: David Tennant and Michael Sheen lead a star-studded cast in the comedy series, which has aired on both BritBox and BBC One.
encoded: The third season of David Tennant and Michael Sheen's comedy series Staged originally arrived exclusively on BritBox in late 2022, but is now hitting BBC One and BBC iPlayer. The new season now finds the fictional versions of Tennant and Sheen out of lockdown and living their everyday lives, but Simon Evans, the show's real-life creator, is still trying to get them involved in another project - despite the duo having made clear they want nothing more to do with him. The second season of the show took quite the turn for meta, when it was revealed that the first season of the show was now being treated as a fictional series inside the show itself, and the surprise twists continue to add up in season 3. But alongside Tennant, Sheen and Evans, who else stars in the series? Read on for everything you need to know about the main cast and characters of BBC One comedy Staged. Meet the cast of Staged season 3 David Tennant plays David Who is David? An exaggerated version of Tennant himself, Staged's David Tennant is affable but a bit slobbish, dressing in the same grey hoodie every day and struggling to cook anything other than his wife Georgia's frozen lasagna. At the start of season 3 he's now out of lockdown and getting on with his everyday life, but Simon plans to rope both him and Michael in to do one more project together. Where have I seen David Tennant before? The film, television and stage actor is best-known for his role as The Tenth (and now Fourteenth) Doctor in Doctor Who, but is also known for playing Crowley in Amazon's Good Omens adaptation, alongside Michael Sheen. He's previously starred in numerous projects, including Broadchurch (as DI Alex Hardy), Deadwater Fell, Netflix's Criminal, Casanova, Jessica Jones (as Kilgrave), the film Mary Queen of Scots, Inside Man, The Sandman, Litvinenko and There She Goes. Michael Sheen plays Michael Who is Michael? An exaggerated version of the real-life Michael Sheen, the show portrays him as grumpy and paranoid. He mus…

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Meet the cast of Why Didn't They Ask Evans?
type: item
date: 2023-04-10T12:00:08.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: Will Poulter leads a star-studded cast for the Agatha Christie series.
encoded: Hugh Laurie's drama series Why Didn't They Ask Evans? may have premiered exclusively on BritBox in April 2022, but it has now landed on ITV1 and ITVX - and hooked fans in with its thrilling tale of murder and betrayal. Based on the 1934 novel of the same name, Why Didn't They Ask Evans? boasts an all-star cast led by Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 star Will Poulter as Bobby Jones, a vicar's son who begins investigating the death of a man who, with his dying breath, asks the mysterious titular question. Poulter is joined by The Ipcress File's Lucy Boynton as Bobby's ally Frankie, as well as Jim Broadbent and Emma Thompson, who play Frankie's aristocrat parents Lord and Lady Marcham. But who else stars in the series and who do they all play? Here's everything you need to know about the cast of Why Didn't They Ask Evans?. Why Didn't They Ask Evans? cast Lucy Boynton plays Frankie Derwent Who is Frankie? Frankie is an upperclass, clever and unflappable young woman with a flair for adventure. She is an old friend of Bobby's and a key ally in solving the mystery. Where have I seen Lucy Boynton before? Boynton is perhaps best known for her roles in Sing Street and Freddie Mercury biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, and has also had main roles in Netflix's The Politician and ITV's The Ipcress File. Jonathan Jules plays Ralph 'Knocker' Beadon Who is Knocker? Knocker is Bobby's old shipmate turned business partner at a garage for second-hand cars. He finds himself roped into solving the mystery with Bobby and Frankie. Where have I seen Jonathan Jules before? Jules has appeared in Stephen Merchant's Fighting with My Family and in Small Axe episode Alex Wheatle, in which he played Dennis Isaacs. Will Poulter plays Bobby Jones Who is Bobby? Bobby is a former naval officer who now plays the organ at the church where his father is reverend and is setting up a garage for second-hand cars with his friend Knocker. When he finds a dying man near where he is playing golf, it sets him off on a jo…

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Why Didn't They Ask Evans?: Release date, cast, trailer and latest news
type: item
date: 2023-04-06T10:30:41.000Z
creator: Flora Carr
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Hugh Laurie's adaption of the 1934 Agatha Christie novel is coming to ITV1 and ITXX this weekend.
encoded: Hugh Laurie's drama series Why Didn't They Ask Evans? may have premiered exclusively on BritBox in April 2022, but is making its way to ITV1 and ITVX this weekend. What could be better for this upcoming Easter weekend than sitting back on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evening for a dose of Agatha Christie sleuthing? Nothing, we say. The drama not only stars The Revenant's Will Poulter and Sing Street's Lucy Boynton, it also features an array of British acting talent, including cameo appearances from Dame Emma Thompson and Jim Broadbent. Adapted from Agatha Christie's 1934 novel of the same name, Poulter plays young naval officer Bobby Jones, a vicar's son who begins investigating the death of a man who asks the mysterious titular question with his dying breath. Meanwhile, Boynton plays his childhood friend Lady Frances 'Frankie' Derwent, "a clever and unflappable young woman with a flair for adventure" who teams up with Bobby to help decipher the titular question. The synopsis for the three-part series reads: "A man lies dying at the foot of a cliff, apparently the victim of an accidental fall; with his final breath, he utters the mysterious question of the title and promptly expires. "Some people - perhaps most people - might shrug at the impenetrable oddness of the words and move on with their lives. But Bobby Jones and his childhood friend, Lady Frances 'Frankie' Derwent, are not most people. "They resolve to honour the dead man by deciphering, and then answering, his final question. In so doing, they hit upon a dark conspiracy of deceit, betrayal and - perhaps unsurprisingly - murder." Read on for everything you need to know about Why Didn't They Ask Evans?. When is the Why Didn't They Ask Evans? release date? The series, which is made up of three episodes, debuted on BritBox on 14th April 2022 but is airing on ITV1 and ITVX this weekend on Sunday 9th April 2023 at 9pm. It will air across three consecutive nights, with the second episode airing on Monday 10th, and …

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Where is Magpie Murders filmed? Location guide for BBC drama
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date: 2023-03-30T14:24:32.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: The former BritBox original is getting a second chance.
encoded: Magpie Murders is moving from its original home on BritBox over to the BBC, which means that a load more people are about to discover its clever and compelling mystery. The unconventional series is actually two stories in one, following 1950s book editor Susan Ryeland (The Crown's Lesley Manville) as she looks into the untimely death of one of her regular collaborators: author Alan Conway (Conleth Hill). Meanwhile, the series also gives us a look at the fictional mystery that Alan was writing before his demise, which could very well offer some clues about what happened to him. The series, which has already been renewed for a second season, is set primarily in London and Suffolk, but it may surprise viewers to learn that filming took place somewhere else entirely. Director Peter Cattaneo has explained that much of Magpie Murders was filmed in Dublin, with the Irish capital posing as other locations in the show. "That was a given when I signed on, just for economic reasons, really," he said. "It's a more economical place to shoot." Cattaneo continued: "It's a complete mix up of Dublin, real Suffolk for a bit and a tiny bit of real London – just establishing shots of the cars driving around Liverpool Street Station. "So it was about just creating those two very distinctive worlds." The distinctive house which is a crucial location throughout the series was found "just outside" of the Irish capital, with producer Jill Green revealing that the derelict property was once owned by Guinness. The production also travelled out to Bloomsbury in County Meath, with Green explaining it was perfect for their needs "because there is a lot of Edwardian architecture in those squares". While the series was mostly filmed in Ireland, those familiar with Suffolk will be pleased to see that the East Anglian county does appear in some scenes, with Green describing the discovery of small village named Kersey as a "real turning point". Green added: "To actually find a whole village where abo…

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Who left Love Island last night? All the dumped contestants from season 9
type: item
date: 2023-02-25T10:40:38.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITV2
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Yet another contestant was dumped in last night's show.
encoded: Although only a few of the Casa Amor crowd got coupled up with to stay in the main villa, it's been a swift exit for one. After coming back into the villa with Tanya Manhenga, it hasn't been plain sailing for Martin Akinola, who entered the villa with Tanya and got into a fiery argument with her after calling her a "liar". The dramatic recent recoupling in last night's episode saw new bombshells Rosie Seabrook and Keanan Brand make the first picks, but Tanya was left to pick between Shaq Muhammad and Martin, who she previously had a great time with in Casa Amor. So, who left Love Island last night? And have the new bombshells shaken up the strongest of couples? These are the big questions, of course, especially if you didn't manage to tune in for yourself. Read on for everything you need to know about this year's dumped islanders from the Love Island 2023 cast. Who left Love Island last night? All the dumped season 9 contestants Martin Akinola - DUMPED in episode 40 Last night's episode provided even more dramatic fallout from the week's Movie Night, which saw the islanders faced with the reality of their Casa Amor antics. But one islander who was unaffected by it all was Martin, who had reached "mutual ground" with Tanya and called things off between them. The pair had not only had multiple awkward conversations throughout the week, but were also left arguing across the villa after Martin called Tanya a "liar". So, it was obvious that Tanya wasn't going to recouple with Martin. Choosing Shaq instead and with Martin as the only single islander left, he exited the villa, stating that he has nothing to hold against Tanya and forgives her. Sammy James, Lynda Flix, Cynthia Otseh-Taiwo, Lydia Karakyriakou, Layla Al-Momani, Ryan Weekley, Frankie Davey, Kain Reed and Bayley Mummery - DUMPED in episode 33 View Gallery on the source website Last night's episode saw the great Casa Amor experiment come to an end for another season, with a whopping nine islanders sent packing a…

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Who is Shaq Muhammad? Meet Love Island's airport security man
type: item
date: 2023-02-21T15:23:43.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Who is the London-based airport security officer?
encoded: Winter Love Island 2023 is upon us, and it certainly isn't lacking on the drama front, with the brand new cast continually causing chaos. Last night's episode saw Tanya Manhenga ruffle a number of feathers as she declared her love once again for Shaq Muhammed in front of the whole villa. Tanya had been coupled up with Shaq from day one, when the new singletons were welcomed by Maya Jama to the South African villa, but had her head turned in Casa Amor and chose to couple up with Martin Akinola. However, last night (Monday 20th February), Tanya's head swivelled once again as she set her sights back on Shaq and ended things with Martin. While Martin appeared to take the news well, it looks like things are about to get heated in tonight's episode (Tuesday 21st February) as Martin rants at Tanya. In a first-look clip released by ITV, Martin is seen saying: "Tanya, I mean, what the f**k. You're a liar, you're not sincere, you made me look like I was dumb." Tanya is seen later walking towards him saying: "One thing you're not gonna do, is call me a liar". View oEmbed on the source website Ahead of joining the show, Shaq, an airport security officer, was described as the "talk of the terminal". But what else do we know about him so far? Read on to find out. Here is everything you need to know about Shaq Muhammad ahead of the start of winter Love Island 2023. Shaq Muhammad - key facts Age: 24 Job: Airport security officer Instagram: @shaq24s_ Why did Shaq Muhammad want to take part in Love Island? View oEmbed on the source website Ahead of entering Love Island, Shaq said his reasons for going on the show were that he hasn't "had the best luck with previous relationships", adding: "So I thought, why not be in the sun and potentially meet the love of my life?" He continued: "Hopefully I do come out with my future wife. The person I hope to marry one day. Hopefully she’s in the Villa." Is Shaq Muhammad on Instagram? He is! You can find Shaq on Instagram, where he currently has …

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Who is Spencer Wilks? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and business owner
type: item
date: 2023-01-27T14:53:14.000Z
creator: Lauren Morris
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: The 24-year-old Belieber is hoping to find his Baby (Baby, Baby) in the Love Island villa.
encoded: We're approaching the end of Love Island 2023's second week and so far, we've had a fortnight of firepit chats, tense tiffs and surprisingly recouplings – and yesterday's episode was no exception. Last night, two brand new bombshells entered the villa – Ellie Spence and Spencer Wilks – and neither of them were afraid to start grafting. With the two newcomers getting first pick at the recoupling, Ellie made a rival of Lana Jenkins after choosing the easily-swayed Ron Hall, while Spencer went for Olivia Hawkins, who had previously worried about her status in the villa after Haris Naman's exit and Tom Clare leaning towards Zara Deniz Lackenby-Brown. However, with the tally of dumped islanders growing as the days go on, we'll have to see whether the Justin Bieber-loving 24-year-old can make a strong-enough connection to stay in the villa. Read on for everything you need to know about Spencer as he adjusts to villa life. View Green Video on the source website Spencer Wilks – key facts Age: 24 Job: E-Commerce Business Owner Instagram: @spennywilks From: Bournemouth Coupled up with: Olivia Hawkins Bournemouth-based business owner Spencer Wilks is hoping to bring lots of cuddles to the Love Island villa, describing himself as "very loving". "I like doing stuff for other people. I’m excited all the time really. I do say the wrong things as I have no filter. If I think it, I’ll say it straight away," he said. "Sometimes it’s great, sometimes it’s not. Sometimes it stirs things up a bit which I find funny." His family and friends would describe him as "loud, outgoing and chatty" and when it comes to romantic relationships, he can fall in love "pretty quickly". "I get head over heels pretty quick if I find someone [and] I think, ‘Wow, you’re ticking my boxes.’" If there's villa karaoke at some point, the islanders better watch out – Spencer says he's a "full Belieber" (a huge fan of Justin Bieber). Hopefully there'll be One Less Lonely Girl with Spencer's arrival on the show. W…

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Who is Will Young? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and farmer
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date: 2023-01-19T13:25:20.000Z
creator: Katie Rosseinsky
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: This farmer wants a wife.
encoded: Love Island is back on our screens for its second winter run, and the 2023 cast members are already hard at work to find love. While sparks have been flying between various contestants, one islander not having much luck so far is Will Young – no, not the singer Will Young, but the TikTok farmer who entered the ITV2 show's South African villa on Monday night. Despite his huge TikTok following, Will is yet to find romantic success on the show, and is the only single contestant after bombshell Tom Clare swooped in and stole his partner Olivia Hawkins during a recent recouping. With things looking uncertain for Will and another recoupling set to unfold on Friday, as well as the first dumping of the season, here's what you need to know about the contestant. Will Young – key facts Age: 23 Job: Farmer Instagram: @farmer_will_ From: Buckinghamshire Couple up with: Nobody Will is a fan of Sir David Attenborough, naming him as the star he’d most like to see appear in a film of his own life. “Imagine hearing his calming voice talking while he’s feeding the animals, his top off, some short shorts… he would rock it,” he says. Do we have a joker in our midst? Why did Will want to take part in Love Island? View oEmbed on the source website The demands of his rural lifestyle have meant that Will has struggled to balance his personal life with his work responsibilities, so he’s hoping that his stint in the villa will give him the opportunity to focus on romance. “Having grown up on a farm, it’s been quite difficult juggling relationships and work,” he admits. “Love Island will give me time away from the farm to solely go out and find love. I think I’m at the time of my life where I’m mature enough to go and find a wife.” Is Will on Instagram? You can follow Will on Instagram on @farmer_will_, where his videos showing him shearing sheep and posing with his very sweet pet lamb have earned him 116,000 followers. He’s even more popular over on TikTok, where he uses the handle @farmerwil…

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BBC acquires Magpie Murders and announces season 2 with Lesley Manville
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date: 2023-01-17T22:00:38.000Z
creator: Patrick Cremona
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Anthony Horowitz says the show is moving to "its natural home".
encoded: The BBC has announced the acquisition of the mystery series Magpie Murders – and revealed that it will be airing a follow-up season next year. The first season, which previously aired on BritBox, was adapted by Anthony Horowitz from his own novel of the same name and starred Lesley Manville as editor turned sleuth Susan Ryeland and Timothy McMullan as fictional detective Atticus Pünd. Both stars will reprise their roles in a sequel series titled Moonflower Murders, which will commence filming later in 2023 before airing next year. "I’m very happy that Magpie Murders is going to be shown on the BBC – its natural home," Horowitz said of the news. "I had such fun writing the scripts and they’ve been brought to life by a brilliant director and cast.” Producer Jill Green added: “I’m so thrilled that this playful, distinctive murder mystery will now reach an even wider audience,” while the BBC's Head of Programme Acquisition Sue Deeks said she was "delighted" that BBC viewers will have the opportunity to enjoy the series. She continued: "With their stellar cast and ingenious storylines, they are a truly distinctive and entertaining take on the murder mystery genre." The first six-part season – described as a "murder mystery within a murder mystery" – will begin airing on BBC One and BBC iPlayer later this spring, more than a year after it debuted on BritBox in February 2022. The cast also includes Daniel Mays (Line of Duty), Michael Maloney (Belfast), Conleth Hill (Game of Thrones), Alexandros Logothetis (The Island), Claire Rushbrook (Sherwood), Pippa Haywood (Bridgerton), Matthew Beard (Vienna Blood) and Harry Lawtey (Industry). View Green Video on the source website Read more: How is Magpie Murders TV series different from the book? Where is Magpie Murders filmed? Magpie Murders' Lesley Manville explains “unconventional” character Magpie Murders is currently available to stream on BritBox – you can sign up for a 7-day free trial. Check out our TV Guide or Streaming Gui…

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Love Island 2023 star Lana Jenkins speaks out on new social media rules
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date: 2023-01-10T21:00:54.000Z
creator: Grace Henry
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: "I think it's nice that you have time away from Instagram."
encoded: On Monday 16th January, a brand new batch of islanders will arrive at the Love Island villa as season 9 kicks off with new host Maya Jama. But things will be a little different this year, with the show rolling out new Love Island social media rules, which will see the islanders pause posting content on their accounts rather than having a family member or friend monitoring their pages while they're away. Speaking to RadioTimes.com and other press, make-up artist and Love Island 2023 contestant Lana Jenkins revealed what she thinks of the new protocol - and it's a "yes" from her. "I think it's not a bad thing at all," she said. "I think it's nice that you have time away from Instagram and also your friends and family don't have the pressures of it." She continued: "I think it's a lot to deal with having to watch your friend or your daughter go on telly, as well as running an account. I'd just prefer that they just relax, watch it and just crack on, and then as soon as I'm out, I'll be back on Instagram so it'll be fine." While Lana is looking forward to the social media break, the 25-year-old is going to miss having her family and friends around, particularly her mum. Asked if there's anything she wishes she could take into the villa, she joked: "My mum, maybe. Just like on the sidelines, but not actually. Just there if I need her. View Riddle on the source website "Me and my mum are so close. We're like best friends as well as mum and daughter and I talk to her every day, so I think one of the things that is going to be big for me is not talking to my mum every day. I just wish she could be in the beach house just so I could go and have a little cuddle every now and then." ITV confirmed the new social media strategy in December, stating that contestants will be asked to "pause handles and accounts on their social media platforms for the duration of their time on the show" in order to "protect both the islanders and their families from the adverse effects of social me…

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Love Island unveils first look at brand new South African villa
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date: 2023-01-09T21:00:43.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: There's only a week to go, and we've now got our first look at the stunning new villa.
encoded: The 2023 winter season of Love Island is only a week away, with this new outing of the reality series taking place in a brand-new South African villa. Now, we have our first look at the all-new, stunning villa that the islanders will be entering, which is replete with all the usual rooms and extras that we have come to expect by now. The photos give us a look at both the inside and outside of the new villa, which includes a bar with the words "Eat, Sleep, Crack on, Repeat" attached to it in neon. While the summer seasons of the reality series have traditional taken place in a villa in Mallorca, 2020's winter season also took place in South Africa. However, this is not the same villa that the previous season was filmed in. Along with this new look at the villa, the first contestants to be joining the show this year have also been unveiled, including a farmer, an airport security officer and a ring girl and actress. The new villa isn't the only change-up fans can expect for this year's Love Island, too. There will also be a new host, with Maya Jama filling the role which was left by Laura Whitmore after last year's summer season. Jama will be on hand to oversee both the winter and summer seasons this year, with this being the first year to ever include two full instalments of the hit show. View Green Video on the source website In a recent interview ahead of the new season, Jama said that her age may have been a factor in her not getting the hosting job until now. She explained: “I think I’ve always been in their eye line, but I was super young when the presenter shifts were happening in the past. They knew about me but I was always a bit too young, and obviously, there were previous hosts anyway." Winter Love Island starts on ITV2 and ITVX on Monday 16th January 2023 at 9pm. Previous seasons of Love Island are available on BritBox – you can sign up for a 7-day free trial. Looking for something else to watch? Check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, visit our Entert…

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Who is Haris Namani? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and TV salesman
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date: 2023-01-09T14:29:38.000Z
creator: Katie Rosseinsky
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Haris hasn't found love so far, but is hoping to change that in the villa.
encoded: January is about to get a lot hotter: a new season of Love Island will be landing on our screens next week, bringing with it a fresh line-up of singletons looking for romance on primetime television. The ITV2 dating show will be moving to Cape Town, South Africa for the winter, with new presenter Maya Jama presiding over the recouplings, taking over from previous host Laura Whitmore. Among the islanders aiming to turn heads this time around will be Haris Namani, a 21-year-old TV salesman who hails from Doncaster. Describing himself as “a unique guy” who is “confident, not awkward, especially with the girls”, Haris is convinced he’ll be a hit in the villa. “Anyone who meets me, I don’t think they have anything bad to say about me,” he says. “I don’t give them that bad impression to say, ‘Oh, I don’t want to speak to him again.’” Here’s what we know so far about the Love Island hopeful before the new season kicks off. Haris Namani – key facts Age: 21 Job: TV salesman Instagram: @haris_namanii Why did Haris want to take part in Love Island? Haris has been unlucky in love so far and reckons a stint in the villa could be the perfect solution. “I’ve never found love,” he admits. "I think this is the show that can help me. “It’s the best opportunity for me to find the girl and find the right one. I’ve obviously not found the right one myself.” Is Haris on Instagram? View oEmbed on the source website Head over to @haris_namanii and you’ll find Haris’s Instagram account with just over 2,100 followers so far - although that figure is sure to shoot up once the show gets started. As well as documenting trips to sunny locations like Marbella and Ibiza, Haris shares photos of his boxing training and images from his fights. Do we have a new Tommy Fury on our hands? Like all the other Love Island 2023 contestants, he has changed his Instagram bio to read: “I’m off to find love in the @loveisland villa. See you soon!” Haris’ social media accounts will go dormant while he appears on …

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Who is Anna-May Robey? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and Welsh beauty
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date: 2023-01-09T10:48:37.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Who is the Swansea-based payroll administrator?
encoded: Get ready for some unseasonable fun in the sun, as Love Island returns for a brand-new winter season later this January. New host Maya Jama will be overseeing proceedings as a new group of singletons get ready to couple up in the South African villa, but who will be amongst the contestants? Well, one new islander set to enter the villa this season is Anna-May Robey, a payroll administrator from Swansea who describes herself as "energetic", explaining that she's "always running around singing and screaming". Here is everything you need to know about Anna-May Robey ahead of the start of winter Love Island 2023. Anna-May Robey - key facts Age: 20 Job: Payroll administrator Instagram: @annamayrobey Why did Anna-May Robey want to take part in Love Island? View oEmbed on the source website Explaining why she wanted to enter the Love Island villa, Anna-May said: "I want a boyfriend, I want to find someone who makes me laugh. I’ve been single for quite a while, my mother is bugging me, she's like, ‘You need to find a boyfriend.’ "I’m just excited to try something new and I think going on Love Island is a good way to meet someone." As to what we can expect from her on the show, Anna-May has said she's "energetic" and that she's "always running around singing and screaming". She continued: "My parents are always like, ‘Shut up!’ I work from home all day so I don’t really speak to people in person for two or three days a week, so when my father comes home, he’ll want to sit down and chill out, and I’m there chewing his ear off! I would definitely say I am a chatterbox." Is Anna-May Robey on Instagram? She is! Anna-May currently has over 3,400 followers on the platform, and like many of the other contestants has noted in her bio that she's "off to find love in the @loveisland villa". You can find her Instagram profile at @annamayrobey. What is Anna-May Robey looking for in a partner? Anna-May hasn't said exactly what she's looking for just yet, but she has described a previous …

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Who is Kai Fagan? Meet Love Island 2023 contestant and PE teacher
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date: 2023-01-09T10:03:39.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Entertainment
subject: Reality TV
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Who is the Manchester-based science and PE teacher?
encoded: It's that time again - Love Island is back, with its second ever winter season set to air later this month on ITV2 and ITVX. Maya Jama will be taking over hosting duties from Laura Whitmore, and while a first-look teaser of her in the role was released last month, we are just now starting to get news of the contestants who will be entering the villa this year. One of those is Kai Fagan, a science and PE teacher from Manchester who says he's going to be "looking for the right girl" on the show. But what else do we know about him at this point? Here is everything you need to know about Kai Fagan ahead of the Love Island premiere. Kai Fagan - key facts Age: 24 Job: Science and PE teacher Instagram: @kaifagan_ Why did Kai Fagan want to take part in Love Island? View oEmbed on the source website Kai from Manchester is a Jamaican citizen who played rugby 7s for Jamaica and now plays semi-professional rugby for Burnage RFC. He says he's "technically" got three different degrees, each from different universities. He adds that he is "chilled, caring, very impulsive and a good guy" and that he always puts his "friends and family first" and spends a lot of time with them. Kai says he's "single by choice", but that he is now "looking for the right girl" as he enters the villa. Is Kai Fagan on Instagram? Yes, he is! Kai currently has over 1,300 followers on the platform, where he has already teased that he is "off to the Love Island villa", adding "see you soon!" You can find him at @kaifagan_. What is Kai Fagan looking for in a partner? So far, Kai has said little about exactly what he's looking for, but he did says that he feels like he has "quite high expectations". He added: "I don’t feel I should commit to someone unless I’m absolutely buzzing over them, because it’s not fair on them." View Green Video on the source website Previous seasons of Love Island are available on BritBox – you can sign up for a 7-day free trial. Love Island returns to ITV2 and ITVX at 9pm on Monday…

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Doctor Who fans celebrate David Tennant's return with festive watchalong
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date: 2022-12-24T12:21:43.000Z
creator: Abby Robinson
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BritBox
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: We're heading back to 2005.
encoded: With Christmas being a time to eat, drink and watch tonnes of telly, Doctor Who fans are planning their own festive watching on the big day. Emily Cook, a former editorial assistant of Doctor Who Magazine and organiser of Doctor Who: Lockdown!, rallied the troops via Twitter with the following callout: "OK, by popular demand, let's do a tweetalong of The Christmas Invasion! Christmas Day @ 7pm GMT 'This is a one-off. No extras or surprise guests, just fans coming together (I know some are on their own) to celebrate Who at Xmas & David Tennant's return in 2023," she announced. As Doctor Who fans will know, the episode was written by Russell T Davies and aired on Christmas Day 2005. It was the first official special in the franchise and David Tennant's first full episode as the Tenth Doctor. He crashes the TARDIS in London on Christmas Eve, before fainting, which is alarming in and of itself, but the Sycorax have also arrived in the capital to enslave mankind, which makes matters significantly more challenging. Alongside Tennant, there was Billie Piper as Rose Tyler, Camille Coduri as Jackie Tyler and a raft of other familiar faces including Penelope Wilton, Adam Garcia and Paul Anderson. While promoting Sky comedy-drama I Hate Suzie Too recently, Piper was asked if she'd change a plot point or ending in any of her projects (via BuzzFeed), and this is what she had to say: "Oh my God, for sure, the Doctor Who ending where I go off with the second Doctor instead of the real Doctor to the parallel universe. "It's not a criticism of Russell T Davies, because he is the master, but I struggled with that. Mainly because the second Doctor is less good than the real one!" She was also asked if she'd sign up to a Rose Tyler spin-off if the opportunity arose: "If it was shot in London – sorry that's a really loveless answer! "There’s a running theme here, I don’t want to work much. It was like four episodes all shot in London, then yeah, I'd be like a rat-up-a-drainpipe for that…

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Can I get BritBox on ITVX?
type: item
date: 2022-12-02T16:34:58.000Z
creator: Katie Rosseinsky
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: On demand
description: Where does BritBox fit in to ITV's plans for their new streaming platform?
encoded: New to the streaming game is ITVX, which is set to launch on 8th December, replacing the broadcaster’s previous platform, the ITV Hub. The ambitious new service will be the home of exclusive new shows, including upcoming dramas like A Spy Among Friends, starring Damien Lewis and Guy Pearce, and Without Sin starring Line of Duty’s Vicky McClure, which will eventually air on ITV’s linear channels six months down the line. There are plenty more exciting launches planned for 2023, with ITV claiming that the service will debut at least one flagship show a week going forward. And if that doesn’t seem like enough telly for you to get stuck into, there’s plenty more on offer. ITVX will be home to over 10,000 hours of content, including drama series from the broadcaster’s back catalogue, documentaries and hundreds of blockbusters. But where does BritBox, the ITV-backed streaming platform which spotlights classic British series and movies, fit into these grand plans? Here’s what we know so far. How do you watch BritBox on ITVX? As part of the new ITVX service, you can opt to subscribe to ITVX Premium, which will give you access to yet more series - including all the content currently available on BritBox. The service, which costs £5.99 per month or £59.99 per year, also allows you to watch ITVX content without adverts, and to download and stream content on the go (so Premium subscribers will be able to settle down with an ITV box set on a long train journey, for example). If you fancy testing it out before you make an investment, ITVX are currently offering a free seven-day trial. "You will be able to see all the BritBox content on ITVX if you have an ITVX Premium subscription," ITV has confirmed. However, if you’re already a BritBox subscriber, you won’t be able to use your login to access the benefits of ITVX Premium. "You won’t be able to watch [BritBox content] on ITVX using your BritBox subscription or account details," a help page for the service explains. Standalone Br…

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Best Christmas TV specials - from Gavin and Stacey to Black-ish
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date: 2022-12-02T11:45:00.000Z
creator: Abby Robinson
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BBC
subject: BBC iPlayer
subject: BritBox
subject: Christmas
subject: Disney Plus
subject: Netflix
subject: NOW
subject: On demand
subject: Sky Comedy
description: 'Tis the season to watch telly.
encoded: There’s nothing that instantly gets you in the Christmas mood like a good TV special. Yes, Christmas TV can be a little cheesy, but some of our favourite shows have managed to expertly channel some yuletide spirit to dream up brilliant seasonal episodes over the years. From Gavin & Stacey’s cliffhanger ending and Alan Partridge’s festive fiasco, to Ted Lasso’s heartwarming celebrations and versions of The Office on both sides of the Atlantic, these are some of our favourites. If none of them quite hit the spot, though, why not check out our guide to the best Christmas films on Netflix or the best festive movies streaming on Amazon Prime Video? The Vicar of Dibley Come all ye faithful Dawn French fans, come one and all - because what better time of year than to indulge in a tipple of the spicy (yet comforting) glass of mulled wine that is a Vicar of Dibley Christmas special. The sinfully funny vicar Geraldine Granger (she of the bob cut and knitted crucifix jumpers) featured in two festive episodes during the show’s initial run in the 1990s. The iconic one is from season one, when Geraldine attends multiple Christmas lunches to please her faithful (and unobservant) parishioners. However, our favourite is the season three episode Winter, which sees Geraldine participate in a Nativity play on a farm (dressed as the Angel Gabriel, obviously). There’s also last year’s The Vicar of Dibley in Lockdown, and the two Noughties episodes, set during December, when Geraldine first meets the dishy Harry (Richard Armitage), a “towny b*****d” - and the love of her life. And what makes it even better is that all these Christmas specials are available to watch right now. Verily, your prayers have been answered. Stream The Vicar of Dibley now on BritBox UK. Black-ish - Black Santa/White Christmas (season 1, episode 10) Let’s get real: if you’re white, you’ve never really considered that almost every mainstream depiction of Santa Claus is of an old white dude. Things come and go, seaso…

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How to watch The Sarah Jane Adventures – is it streaming?
type: item
date: 2022-11-29T16:54:36.000Z
creator: Patrick Cremona
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: The popular spin-off starring Elisabeth Sladen turned 15 earlier in 2022.
encoded: It's time to catch up with a beloved spin-off of Doctor Who. Earlier in 2022, Doctor Who spin-off The Sarah Jane Adventures celebrated the 15th anniversary of its first episode. The series – which was aimed at slightly younger audiences than the main show – starred the sadly departed Elisabeth Sladen as the eponymous investigative journalist, as she helped keep the planet safe from extraterrestrial intruders along with some younger accomplices. Sarah Jane and her young accomplices also had some crossover moments with other Doctor Who figures including companion Jo Jones (formerly Grant) and even the Doctor himself! With that in mind, you might be wondering where the series is currently available to watch – read on for everything you need to know. How to watch The Sarah Jane Adventures The Sarah Jane Adventures is now available in its entirety on BBC iPlayer. The series was re-added on Tuesday 29th November 2022 and will be available for over a year. Sharing the news on his Instagram, Russell T Davies penned: "BACK ON iPLAYER! The Sarah Jane Adventures. I love this show ♥️ @bbc @bbciplayer @bbcdoctorwho". Heartstopper star Joe Locke commented on the post: "My childhood". The show is also available on BritBox, alongside every episode of classic Doctor Who adventures. You can sign up now for a seven-day free trial for BritBox, while there are also free trials available for the Prime Video and BritBox add-on. Alternatively, it's possible to buy the series from a range of Premium VOD services, including Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, and iTunes, with the cost per season varying between £5.49 and £10.49. Is The Sarah Jane Adventures on Netflix? No – although the show was once able to watch on Netflix, The Sarah Jane Adventures is not currently available on the streamer. Is The Sarah Jane Adventures on BBC iPlayer? Yes, The Sarah Jane Adventures is available in its entirely on BBC iPlayer. The Sarah Jane Adventures on DVD If you'd like to own physical copies of the serie…

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Staged season 3 review: Tennant and Sheen comedy keeps things fresh
type: item
date: 2022-11-24T00:01:20.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: The lockdown comedy takes a successful step out into the world.
encoded: There was a time where only the gloomiest of us would have imagined we would be sat here now, watching another season of David Tennant and Michael Sheen's comedy Staged. When it first arrived the series was a brilliant bolt of joy in amongst the misery of 2020, but it felt so inextricably linked with the pandemic and lockdowns that one would have had to believe we'd still be confined to our houses for another season to be on the way. As it turns out, this has not been an issue. In spite of the world moving on from COVID-enforced isolation, plenty of us still conduct a number of our relationships almost entirely over video calls. Staged season 3 does have some fun with the idea of Tennant being trapped in a room once more, but in truth there was no need for such a narrative device to be used. It's not difficult to imagine these two preferring to enjoy each other's company from a distance. This season finds David and Michael in the present day, going about their everyday lives and having cut off all contact from their former director Simon. However, as his career remains stagnant, Simon plots to rope the pair back together to record a new radio play just in time for Christmas. Much like how the idea of regeneration expanded the lifespan of Doctor Who indefinitely, the key to unlocking Staged's long-term future arrived unexpectedly at the start of season 2, when it was revealed that the first season was now a show within a show – Staged season 2 revolved around the actors reflecting on having made the series' first outing. This review won't spoil the new season (and in fact wouldn't be able to – only two episodes have been made available for review ahead of their release on BritBox), but it's fair to say there are some more fantastic experimentations with form, keeping the audience on their toes and the narrative hilariously, purposefully convoluted. As you might expect, there are also some more incredibly game guest star appearances, but the focus remains as always on…

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David Tennant and Michael Sheen to return for Staged season 3
type: item
date: 2022-11-16T12:31:03.000Z
creator: James Hibbs
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: The series will be moving to a new home, with episodes streaming exclusively on BritBox UK.
encoded: Almost a year since Staged dropped its New Year special hinting at a third season, we now finally have confirmation that the series starring David Tennant and Michael Sheen is back - but perhaps not in a way you would expect. While seasons 1 and 2 of the hit comedy, which originated during the first lockdown in the COVID pandemic, both aired on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, this new third season will stream exclusively on BritBox UK. Fans won't have long to wait to see the new episodes, as this announcement comes mere days before they are due to drop, on Thursday 24th November. The official synopsis for the new season says: "Things have returned to normal for David and Michael. They have moved on from lockdown and returned to their everyday working life, while Simon’s career remains stagnant. His phone does ring, but only to ask if he can get David and Michael back together; and they’ve made it clear they want nothing more to do with him." View oEmbed on the source website The synopsis continues: "But Christmas is approaching, and Simon hopes the warmth of the season might soften them to the idea of a radio version of a Christmas classic… but that’s as far as Simon’s plan has got!" The series, created by Simon Evans and Phin Glynn, will once again star Tennant and Sheen as themselves, alongside their partners Georgia Tennant and Anna Lundberg. Staged season 2 previously saw the show's original premise upended, as a meta plot twist saw the first season described as a fictional show within the 'real world' of season 2. Whether a similar narrative device plays out in season 3, with season 2 also be referred to as a fictional series, remains to be seen. Following Staged season 3, Tennant and Sheen will next been seen together again in Good Omens season 2, which has been confirmed to be dropping on Amazon Prime Video next summer. Meanwhile, Tennant was also recently seen back in Doctor Who, as a surprise regeneration twist saw Jodie Whittaker turn back into Tennant's form, ma…

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Unforgotten's Sanjeev Bhaskar to lead BritBox's Inspector Singh drama
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date: 2022-11-07T12:19:39.000Z
creator: Naomi Gordon
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: The three-parter is adapted from the book series Inspector Singh Investigates.
encoded: Unforgotten's Sanjeev Bhaskar will star in BritBox's new crime drama Inspector Singh, adapted from Shamini Flint's long-running book series, Inspector Singh Investigates. The Sandman actor plays Singapore's top sleuth, described as having "a taste for curry and a nose for crime" in the three-parter, which will be directed by Suri Krishnamma and has been scripted by Paul Logue, whose credits include Death in Paradise, Midsomer Murders, Shetland and Vera. Each season tackles a complex murder featuring compelling suspects, dark motives, and surprising twists – all rooted in the DNA of a different Asian country. Season 1 sends sleuth Singh to Kuala Lumpur to investigate the seemingly cut-and-dried case against Chelsea Liew, a famous Singaporean model on death row for murder. BritBox's synopsis reads: "Chelsea swears she's innocent. Despite his brusque exterior, Singh has a big heart and an abundance of empathy – and with a talent for reading people, is inclined to agree. Unfortunately, the evidence against her is damning. With Chelsea facing the noose, Singh must use his intelligence, intuition, and instinct to quickly find the real killer." On developing the screen role, Sanjeev Bhaskar said in a statement: "Unusual locations, unusual detective, Inspector Singh is unlike any part I’ve played or any cop I’ve seen. The fact that Singh is unfit and loves food seems a perfect fit for me." Jonathan Karas, Head of Editorial and Programming for BritBox International added: "We are thrilled to greenlight this original and highly engaging series, featuring a unique new detective. With the brilliant and funny Sanjeev Bhasker in the title role, Paul Logue’s wonderful scripts, and a great creative team from 108 Media, we hope this will be yet another series that the BritBox audience fall in love with." Meanwhile, Bhaskar will be back as Sunny in season 5 of Chris Lang's Unforgotten, with Sinéad Keenan taking over from Nicola Walker to debut DCI Jessica James. The release date has …

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Sanditon shares first look at season 3 – will new faces ruffle feathers?
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date: 2022-11-02T15:05:51.000Z
creator: Katie Rosseinsky
subject: Drama
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Season 2 ended on a major cliffhanger, so who will Charlotte Heywood end up with?
encoded: First-look images from the third season of Sanditon promise more romantic twists and turns and herald the arrival of a new visitor to the picturesque coastal resort. Season 2 of the ITV and BritBox period drama, which is based on the unfinished novel by Jane Austen, saw Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams) meet a new array of potential suitors following the death of her former love interest Sidney Parker (Theo James). The season concluded on a surprising note as Charlotte revealed she had agreed to marry Ralph Starling (Cai Brigden), the local farmer favoured by her family. This unexpected engagement came after she had previously fallen for Alexander Colbourne (Ben Lloyd-Hughes), who had employed Charlotte as a governess for his daughter and niece, but later fired her when they started to fall for one another. One photo shows Charlotte and her new fiancé gazing into each others’ eyes against the backdrop of Sanditon beach. Fans will have to wait and see whether their relationship can go the distance, though, not least because Colbourne will be back on the scene, with another new snap showing him looking pensive in a lavish drawing room. The third picture shows heiress Georgiana Lambe (Crystal Clarke) holding hands with Lord Montrose (Edward Davis), a new addition to the seaside town. Will this newcomer be the one to shake things up? And who else is due to arrive at the resort? Among the characters returning for round three will be property developer Tom Parker (Kris Marshall), his wife Mary (Kate Ashfield) and the formidable Lady Denham, played by Anne Reid. Jack Fox will also be back as the scheming Edward Denham, joined by Turlough Convery as the youngest Parker sibling Arthur, Kevin Eldon as the Reverend Hankins, Eloise Webb as Colbourne’s niece and ward Augusta Markham and Adrian Scarborough as Dr Fuchs. The new season is set to air on PBS in the United States in 2023, and on BritBox and ITV in the UK, with a release date yet to be announced. The first season of th…

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Where was Hot Fuzz filmed?
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date: 2022-10-17T15:10:08.000Z
creator: Patrick Cremona
subject: Movies
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: Edgar Wright's comedy remains one of the finest British films of the 21st century.
encoded: Since its release 15 years ago, Edgar Wright's Hot Fuzz has cemented its place as one of the most beloved comedy films of the 21st century. The middle entry in Wright and Simon Pegg's so-called Cornetto Trilogy (sandwiched between the equally revered Shaun of the Dead and slightly less-appreciated The World's End), it contains perhaps more quotable lines of dialogue and memorable comic set pieces than any British film released since. The story follows tough city cop Sergeant Nicholas Angel, who suddenly finds himself uprooted from his busy London job and sent to the tiny Gloucestershire village of Sandford – a multiple Village of the Year winner where it initially seems crime is rather scarce. Of course, things turn out not to be quite what they seem, and with help from his hapless colleague Danny Butterman (Nick Frost), Angel sets about getting to the bottom of the dark secret at the heart of Sandford. In many ways, Sandford resembles what you might call a stereotypical English town – albeit with significantly more murders – and so you might be wondering where in the UK the film was actually shot. Read on for everything you need to know. Where was Hot Fuzz filmed? Sandford is not actually a real place, and the vast majority of filming in fact took place in Wells, a cathedral city in Somerset that holds the distinction of being England's smallest city. Wells also happens to be where Edgar Wright himself spent most of his childhood, and the director said of the chosen location at the time: "I love it but I also want to trash it." In real life the city has a notable cathedral, but Wright made the decision to airbrush the building out of every shot so that the Church of St Cuthbert could instead serve as Sandford's centre point. In addition to St Cuthbert's, Wells's locations that can be seen throughout the film include The Swan Hotel, where Nicholas Angel stays; local pub The Crown at Wells, where he first meets and arrests Danny; Little Theatre, where he watches a te…

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Sir Michael Palin reflects on the "step into the unknown" that would become a comedy classic
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date: 2022-09-20T07:00:53.000Z
creator: Mark Braxton
subject: Comedy
subject: TV
subject: BritBox
subject: On demand
description: Ripping Yarns, the masterly anthology series that Palin created with fellow Python Terry Jones, is 45 this week – and now on BritBox. So how did it come about? And which is Palin's favourite episode?
encoded: "There was this nicely unique formula with chances to do lots of little jokes – and I think that’s what makes them watchable again. There’s always something to see..." Sir Michael Palin is talking to Radio Times about Ripping Yarns, a comedy where anything could happen – and frequently did. It was set in an early 20th Century in which you could cross the Andes by frog, the most boring man in the world became a fêted bank robber and a plummeting football team reversed its fortunes by employing OAPs. Its arcane world of hopping contests and crusty colonials tore into a world of derring do made popular in The Boy's Own Paper. The rituals of boarding school, scarcely credible sporting heroics, displays of aggressive imperialism... all were ripe for affectionate ridicule in a show that was lapped up back in the day, and is now ready for reappraisal on, effectively, its 45th anniversary in its new home on BritBox. Ripping Yarns ran for just nine episodes – one season in September 1977 following a well-received pilot the previous year, then a three-part second season in 1979 – but it soon became embedded in the national consciousness, evolving from the seminal work of surrealism that was Monty Python's Flying Circus. Costing £34,000 per half-hour – double the average sitcom episode at that time – it was artistically filmed, full of period detail and great gags, and peopled with prestige actors. It came during a flowering of post-Circus creativity: John Cleese went on to Fawlty Towers, Eric Idle to Rutland Weekend Television, Terry Gilliam to fantasy films like Jabberwocky and Time Bandits, and Michael Palin and Terry Jones to their majestic upending of adventure tropes. I asked Sir Michael who had the initial idea for the Yarns. "Terry and I were looking round for something to write, and Terry had a book on his shelf, which I might well have given him because we exchanged old-fashioned books: it was called Ripping Yarns: a Collection of Tales. "Terry’s brother Nigel said, …

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