Star of iconic British sci-fi TV series reveals why she doesn't regret leaving early
Blake's 7 legend Sally Knyvette has opened up about why she doesn't regret leaving the sci-fi show early. The iconic series, which is set to be rebooted by director Peter Hoar, ran from 1978 to 1982, with Knyvette, who played Jenna Stannis, exiting after the second season, in 1979. She's been open about being disappointed about how her character ended up being written, describing her as going from "intergalactic space pirate" to "dolly bird". Speaking exclusively to Radio Times about whether she's ever regretted leaving the show, Knyvette said: "No. I was young, I was unformed. The BBC, at that time, was a difficult place for young girls, if you looked a certain way. "I needed to develop my own backbone, my own voice, and going to university helped me do that. It gave me confidence. I didn't have that inner confidence and just going away and trying to work on who I was and developing my understanding of literature and particularly Shakespeare, which is my big love, it all has held me in fantastic stead. "I've become a teacher, a director, I do voiceovers - it's broadened everything. I did get offered a series when I first arrived at university, with Patrick Stewart, called Maybury, and I remember my agent at the time was furious that I turned it down. "But I don't regret it. I think it was very fundamental to my own particular growth and I've remained close to the people I was really close to in the show. I love it more now than I did then - so no, I don't regret leaving. It was the right time." With a reboot of the series now in development, Knyvette has also said she'd love to return - or at least to be involved. View Green Video on the source website "Of course I would," she told us. "I sort of gaily walked away from it in the '70s and went off to university and thought I'd never think about it again. And bizarrely, it's just followed me all my life, and now I'm deeply fond of it." As for whether Jenna could come back? Her ending was left rather ambiguous, with Knyvette insisting: "I’m alive! And anyway, if I wasn't, I could be cloned." She added: "We've taken it on in in the Big Finish audios, she's very much alive and kicking. And for me, it's a wonderful full circle, because I did feel as though I was hanging on by my fingernails in those days, and I was very unformed as an actor, and I was playing the glam part, but I wanted to be so much more. "Now, I know I could bring so much more to it." Check out more of our Sci-fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
EastEnders icon teases "big" storylines for Kat and Alfie Moon – and reveals Celebrity Traitors proposal
The actor spoke exclusively to Radio Times about his idea of combining EastEnders and The Traitors.
Shane Richie has teased some "big" storylines that are on the way for his character Alfie Moon and Kat Slater on EastEnders – and claims his mind has been blown by some of the events that are coming up soon in the soap. The Albert Square icon made the comments while speaking exclusively to Radio Times at a Gala Performance of Cabaret this week, while he also praised the work of the soap's executive producer Ben Wadley. "We've got some big storylines coming up on EastEnders with Kat and Alfie which I'm really excited about," he said. "And Ben our exec producer, he's... wow! He's really flying the flag for the show." Richie continued: "So there's some big stories coming up throughout the whole show which is just blowing my mind every time I read the scripts. I'm very excited to see that." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Meanwhile, the star was also asked if he'd consider signing up to a future series of The Celebrity Traitors – and revealed he's actually suggested referencing the popular reality show during an EastEnders episode. "Oh, I would love it. I would love to do Traitors," he said. "It's so funny because I keep talking to our exec producer about.... we should do it as 'Alfie Traitors in the Queen Vic.' "You know what I mean? Just as something that Alfie puts on in the pub. So that'd be good fun." We've no doubt that any EastEnders version of The Traitors would include just as much drama and double-crossing as the real thing. So sounds like a great fit! EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings View Green Video on the source website Read more: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings EastEnders' Kat Moon and Vicki Fowler make risky move to secure Zoe's freedom in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders reveals Mark Fowler Jr's secret and surprise connection to Walford local in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders airs dark Ravi Gulati scenes amid revenge story in early BBC iPlayer release Visit our dedicated EastEnders page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers.Easten Add EastEnders to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Ian McKellen questions Hamnet's "improbable" plot – but predicts Oscars success
The legendary thespian has admitted that he doesn't "quite get" Chloe Zhao's acclaimed film.
There are few actors working today who are more well-versed in the world of Shakespeare than Sir Ian McKellen – who has played a huge range of the Bard's most iconic characters on stage over the years. But the Lord of the Rings icon has admitted he was not too impressed by Chloé Zhao's awards-contending film Hamnet, which imagines events surrounding the death of the playwright's son and suggests that the tragedy could have inspired Shakespeare to pen Hamlet. The film has won rave reviews from critics, with Jessie Buckley's incredible turn as Shakespeare's wife Agnes [more commonly referred to as Anne] being singled out for particular praise. But McKellen wasn't quite so convinced by the film. "I don’t quite get it," he said in an interview with The Independent. "I’m not very interested in trying to work out where Shakespeare’s imagination came from, but it certainly didn’t just come from family life.” And although McKellen admitted the film was likely to pick up an Oscar or two when the ceremony arrives next month, he went on to describe aspects of the plot as "improbable" and compared it to 1999 best picture winner Shakespeare in Love, which he said "had odd views as to how plays get put on." He continued: "Shakespeare’s perhaps the most famous person who ever lived, so of course there is some interest in what he looked like, what his relationship with his family was. "And we can’t know, but the idea Anne Hathaway has never seen a play before? It’s improbable, considering what her husband did for a living. And she doesn’t seem to know what a play is! I think there are a few doubts of probability." View Green Video on the source website Of course, it's worth noting that Hamnet is intended as a work of historical fiction rather than a completely truthful account of Shakespeare's family life, something which writer Maggie O'Farrell makes clear in the afterword of her source novel. "This is a work of fiction, inspired by the short life of a boy who died in Stratford, Warwickshire, in the summer of 1596," she wrote. Hamnet is up for eight Oscars at the upcoming awards, with star Jessie Buckley considered the runaway favourite to win best actress. However, it faces stiff competition from the likes of Sinners and One Battle After Another in the other categories, including the all-important best picture. We awarded the film the full five stars in our own Radio Times review, calling it a "masterly study of loss" and hailing Buckley's "superb" lead performance. Hamnet is now showing in UK cinemas. Check out more of our Film coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
EastEnders icon Ross Kemp confirms return as Grant Mitchell for "explosive" new stint
Ross Kemp is heading back to Albert Square, with Grant set to reunite with estranged son Mark.
Ross Kemp is set to reprise his role as Grant Mitchell in EastEnders for a dramatic return to Walford this spring. Grant was last seen on screen on Thursday 27 February 2025 as part of the show’s 40th anniversary celebrations, when he briefly returned to Albert Square amid concerns about Phil’s deteriorating mental health. This time, Grant – who has been living in Portugal – is called back to Walford by his estranged son Mark Fowler (Stephen Aaron-Sipple), marking the first time the pair will come face-to-face since Mark learned the truth about his parentage. His return also coincides with the worsening health of long-time family friend Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley), with Grant set to be drawn into the character’s ongoing dementia storyline. While bosses are keeping further details under wraps, viewers have been promised "explosive" drama. Speaking about stepping back into the role, Kemp said: "I’m truly delighted to be stepping back into Grant Mitchell’s shoes and returning to EastEnders later this year. "As well as exploring Grant’s attempts to reconnect with his son Mark, it’s especially an honour to be part of Nigel’s powerful ongoing dementia storyline, which holds deep personal meaning for me due to a close family connection in real life." Executive producer Ben Wadey added, "We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Ross back once more to the legendary role of Grant. The Mitchells remain one of EastEnders’ defining dynasties, and we can’t wait to see them reunited again. "As always when Grant is around, drama inevitably follows him…" Grant Mitchell first appeared on EastEnders on Thursday 22 February 1990, and quickly became one of the soap’s most iconic hardmen, forming one half of the formidable Mitchell brothers alongside Phil (Steve McFadden). The character was a regular until his exit from the soap in 1999, but he returned for stints in 2005, 2006, 2016, and then for last year's 40th anniversary celebrations. Grant isn't the only Mitchell sibling who Phil has reunited with recently, with Kim Medcalf reprising the role of Sam Mitchell since December. EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings View Green Video on the source website EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Read more: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings EastEnders' Kat Moon and Vicki Fowler make risky move to secure Zoe's freedom in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders reveals Mark Fowler Jr's secret and surprise connection to Walford local in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders airs dark Ravi Gulati scenes amid revenge story in early BBC iPlayer release Visit our dedicated EastEnders page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add EastEnders to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who won The Masked Singer 2026? Moth unveiled as singer-songwriter
After a eight weeks of jaw-dropping celebrity reveals and incredible performances, the winner of The Masked Singer 2026 has been revealed. As ever, panellists Maya Jama, Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, Mo Gilligan and special guest Samantha Barks watched on as the final three acts competed to be crowned the champion. After epic performances from Moth, Toastie and Conkers, it was Moth who left a lasting impression and was announced as this year's winner. But it all came down to reveal who was behind the mask, and it was none other than Keisha Buchanan. In second place was Conkers who revealed themselves to be Ben Shephard, while Toastie finished in third and was unmasked as Mica Paris. Asked how it felt to win, Keisha said: “I can’t believe I got through it. It was so grueling but beautiful. I did a song that I’ve never done, like Whitney [Houston], I’ve never sung a Whitney song! Aerosmith, that was the scariest one. “Whitney and Aerosmith were the hardest because I knew her, I never wanted to do her songs because I loved her so much. She was an amazing person. And Aerosmith, I just can’t rap to save my life so it was such a challenge.” Read more: Married at First Sight spin-off confirmed as UK and Australia series set to crossover British acting icon Miriam Margolyes confirmed for "rare insight" documentary with BBC Over the course of the competition, a number of famous faces headed out on stage to perform to the best of their abilities, all while hoping to keep their identities a secret from the audience and the panel. But as the guessing game heated up, more clues about their true identities were revealed each week which led to the unmaskings of Disc Jockey and Teabag in the first week as Alex Jones and Professor Green respectively. Their unmaskings were followed by Yak, who was unveiled as Sex Pistols frontman John Lyndon, then Gargoyle who was actuallt Shakespears Sister's Marcella Detroit. The first of the double unmaskings saw Monkey Business unveiled as singer Kate Nash, and Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke was revealed to be behind the mask of Artcic Fox. In the weeks that followed, Harry Hill was unveiled as Red Panda, Ben Fogle as Sloth and JLS star Marvin Humes was revealed to be Can of Worms. The Masked Singer is available to watch on catch-up on ITVX. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Jason Statham lands next film role – starring as Jason Statham
The action star will reportedly play himself in the amusingly titled Jason Statham Stole My Bike from The Fall Guy director David Leitch.
Throughout his film career, it's fair to say that Jason Statham has mastered the art of playing a very particular type of character: bruising, intense, often rather taciturn action heroes who use their impressive physical abilities to get the better of their many enemies. It's a role he's played in everything from The Transporter to – most recently – Shelter, with almost every role he's taken on in recent years fitting more or less into the same violent, stoic archetype. It's the kind of filmography that might lead some fans to accuse him of "always playing the same character" – and it looks like he's now taken that pattern to its logical extreme. That's right: for his next role, Statham is due to star as none other than… Jason Statham. According to Deadline, the action star is set to play himself in a big-budget action-comedy from Bullet Train and The Fall Guy director David Leitch. The film – which is amusingly titled Jason Statham Stole My Bike – is penned by Alison Flierl (BoJack Horseman) and will reportedly have a budget of $80 million. While little has been given away about the precise plot at this stage, it seems safe to assume we can expect a fairly tongue-in-cheek movie, with Statham likely to be playing up to his aforementioned on-screen persona. Meanwhile, Deadline also reports that the film will include a number of major action set pieces, which is perhaps no surprise given both Statham's involvement and Leitch's extensive background when it comes to stunt work. View Green Video on the source website Of course, Statham will be far from the first big-name actor to play himself in a meta movie, with notable examples including John Malkovich in Being John Malkovich and Nicolas Cage in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent. It certainly sounds like a fun proposition, and we'll be on the lookout for any further updates. Statham's recent release Shelter arrived in cinemas at the end of January, and speaking exclusively to Radio Times about the film, the star revealed that he'd been drawn to the project due to its "emotional core". "I'm always looking for something that catches my instinct for... I kind of look for movies that I'd like to go and see myself," he said. "And this kind of film is something that I have a personal taste for." Check out more of our Film coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Traitors winner Stephen Libby reveals two TV shows he'd love to be part of: "Don't come for me!"
The Scot has his mind set on a move into fashion presenting.
During his time on The Traitors, Stephen Libby's stylish selection of outfits attracted almost as much attention as his gameplay – so it's no surprise that the season 4 winner is pursuing the possibility of a new career in the world of fashion presenting. Stephen recently made his debut hosting a fashion segment on This Morning, and speaking exclusively to Radio Times at a Gala Performance of Cabaret this week, he opened up on the "really, really fun" experience he'd had. In particular, he enjoyed sharing the studio with TV favourite Anneka Rice, explaining: "I grew up watching her, so to suddenly be standing there as part of the same show just felt surreal." With Stephen having revealed he's now quit his job in cybersecurity, it will be interesting to see what future presenting gigs might arise. And asked if there were any shows in particular he had his eye on, he mentioned classic style series The Clothes Show – which last aired in 2009 – adding that working on The Great British Sewing Bee would be “lovely." "I'm not coming for anyone’s job," he added. "Don’t come for me!" Stephen also seemed enthusiastic about the suggestion of bringing back competition show Styled to Rock – which aired for one season, hosted by Rihanna, back in 2013 – exclaiming it was a "good shout". So perhaps it's time for a revival? Previously speaking at the Radio Times Covers Party 2026, Stephen had explained that his hope was to dive "into something that I'm more passionate about" now that he's left his previous job behind. View Green Video on the source website "It's been very good to me over the years, which is great, but I'm taking a break from work at the moment, just going to put my feet up and see what happens," he said. "And then if, in the future, an opportunity presents itself to me that's more exciting than cybersecurity, I'll grab it with both hands." Speaking about the reaction to his fashion choices while on The Traitors, he added that he'd found the response "overwhelming" given that he'd just been wearing items from his "day-to-day wardrobe." He added: "I think what it's shown me is that the bar for men's fashion is quite low because, to me, that's just like my normal clothing. So I'm just really happy that I had a positive response." The Traitors season 1-4 are available to watch on BBC iPlayer now. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Countryfile caught in channel shake-up tomorrow as Winter Olympics impacts usual TV schedules
The long-running series is moving to BBC Two this week.
With Winter Olympics coverage continuing to dominate the TV schedules this weekend, Countryfile is set to air its weekly episode on a different channel than usual tomorrow (Sunday 15 February). The long-running nature series will still air in its regular 6pm slot but will be moving to BBC Two, rather than broadcasting on its usual home of BBC One. The rest of the previously billed schedule will remain unchanged, with Winter Olympics coverage moving to BBC Two at 7pm and MasterChef: The Professionals airing from that time on BBC One. This week's episode of Countryfile will see hosts Datshiane Navanayagam and Hamza Yassin travel to Milford Haven in Pembrokeshire, 30 years after the area was hit by the infamous MV Sea Empress oil spill in 1996. According to the official synopsis, they will "speak to those who led the emergency response and find out how the wildlife and environment have recovered from the disaster." Meanwhile, there will be plenty of Olympic action to enjoy over the course of the weekend, with several medals up for grabs as Team GB look to add to the one gold won by Matt Weston in the skeleton. Clare Balding will be fronting the Sunday evening coverage from Milan and Cortina, with curling and figure skating among the sports viewers can expect to find on the schedule. Visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Night Manager star features in first look teaser for new horror series from Stranger Things creators
Camila Morrone stars in upcoming 8-parter Something Very Bad is Going to Happen.
Netflix has released the first teaser trailer for upcoming wedding-set horror series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, which is led by The Night Manager star Camila Morrone. The series comes executive produced by Stranger Things pair Matt and Ross Duffer, and was created by Haley Z Boston, who previously worked on another Netflix horror series, 2021's Brand New Cherry Flavor. Morrone – who is also known for her role in Daisy Jones & The Six – plays Rachel, a woman who is due to get married in five days and travels with her fiancé, Nicky (Adam DiMarco), to his family's secluded vacation home located in a snowy forest. In the trailer, which you can see below, we get a pretty good indicator of the show's eerie atmosphere. The footage opens with Rachel – kitted out in full wedding garb – walking slowly down the aisle until someone mutters, "I'm sorry", a refrain we hear several more times before the end of the teaser. In keeping with the show's title, the whole clip has a very ominous feel; at one point, we see Rachel running away from someone in the snowy forest. We also get a glimpse of a Wicker Man-style figure being burned and a wedding cake bearing the slogan: "I'm sorry I forgot you were going to kill me." Check it out in full below, ahead of the show's streaming debut on March 26. View oEmbed on the source website Netflix's official synopsis for the eight-part limited series compares it to horror classics Carrie and Rosemary's Baby, and describes it as "horror’s take on a woman becoming a wife". It continues: "Prone to superstition and paranoia, Rachel can't shake the relentless feeling that something bad is going to happen. Her foreboding doubts, coupled with a series of eerie coincidences and dreadful surprises, force her to ask the question: What makes two people soulmates? "And worse — what could be scarier than lifelong commitment to the wrong person?" Alongside Morrone and DiMarco, the cast for the series also includes Jeff Wilbusch (Keep Breathing), Karla Crome (Misfits), Gus Birney (Shining Vale), Jennifer Jason Leigh (The Hateful Eight), Ted Levine (The Silence of the Lambs) and Sawyer Fraser (The Baby-Sitters Club). Something Very Bad is Going to Happen is released on Netflix on Thursday 26 March. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media. Add Something Very Bad is Going to Happen to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Sci-fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
EastEnders star reveals Chrissie Watts's Jasmine Fisher fears ahead of explosive week
Tracy-Ann Oberman speaks to Radio Times about her latest stint in the East End.
Chrissie Watts is a real force to be reckoned with. In just 226 episodes of EastEnders, actress Tracy-Ann Oberman has been afforded some of the finest dialogue in soap history, and the character is responsible for killing off one of the drama's biggest antagonists - 'Dirty' Den (Leslie Grantham). Being the successor to Anita Dobson's Angie as the second Mrs Watts is quite the task, though Oberman went into the audition relatively nerve-free, as she wasn't aware which role she was aiming for. "There was only five names down for this recall [audition], and apart from me, every single one of them was a household name," she recalled to Radio Times this week, just one day after her latest return. "I didn't know what it was for, other than being a regular character's new wife. I think at that time, Ian Beale had just got rid of another wife, and my flatmate at the time was a huge EastEnders fan, so she was really excited. "We just worked out that [Chrissie] must be Ian Beale's wife." She continued: "I was taken into the set and the casting director said, 'Just to let you know, you're going to be doing a screen test with Leslie Grantham'. I was a bit late because I had to come from a voiceover job down to Elstree. As I walked on set, Leslie said, 'Oh, you're the girl that does the voiceovers?', and I batted back, 'Are you the bloke whose character has been dead for 15 years?' AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. "We had a really good banter between us. Within nine days, I found out that I got the part of his new wife. It was a real whirlwind. The producer at the time said that they felt me and Leslie had real chemistry, and that if Angie and Den were like Liz Taylor and Richard Burton, he was like Spencer Tracy, and I was Catherine Hepburn. "I thought, 'I'll take that.'" After almost two decades away, Oberman was back on set in 2024 for a week-long run with Sharon Watts actress Letitia Dean. The two were banged up together, conveniently on the same cell wing, and managed to settle old scores prior to Chrissie's release. She then reunited with lost love Jake Moon (Joel Beckett) before riding off into the sunset in his vintage red Jaguar. But with more story to be told, executive producer Ben Wadey invited Oberman back last Christmas, where Chrissie was revealed to be the orchestrator behind Zoe Slater's (Michelle Ryan) torment. We also discovered that things weren't exactly greener on the other side with Jake, and the two had separated. "I had such a good time going back to the prison stuff, and I knew that I was going to be working with Michelle and Kim [Medcalf], who I'd spent an enormous amount of time with in the original days, and Jessie [Wallace], so it fitted in perfectly to my theatre jobs," Oberman added. Chrissie's comeback wasn't the only talking point from the festive period. Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey) was found dead on the Queen Vic landing following a confrontation with Zoe, with it later transpiring that their estranged daughter Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness) was the murderer. Zoe has since spent time behind bars, hoping that Chrissie - who she believed to be the culprit - would be arrested. The storyline seemingly comes to somewhat of a conclusion next week, with Chrissie agreeing to lure Jasmine back to Albert Square after reuniting with Jake. "Chrissie is his fatal flaw, he can't let it go," she laughed. "They love each other dearly - they really do. They're trauma bonded, because they're each other's family. I think that she did see something in Jasmine, because she's a feisty little number. She felt very protective, in a weird way." Upcoming scenes will see Jasmine arrested following Chrissie's tip-off. The floor fell from beneath Kat Moon's (Wallace) feet when she realised her granddaughter could have manipulated everyone into believing she was the innocent party. But could Jasmine's time in the police interview room cause more upheaval for Chrissie? "I think she's worried. She's just been let out of prison and doesn't want to get into trouble with the police. She served 20 years for good reason. "I think she's really nervous that this Jasmine, in her own idiot savant way, could get her banged up again. I don't think she feels any particular loyalty to anyone in The Square, but I think seeing Sam and Zoe, has brought up a lot of stuff for her. "I don't think she owes Kat anything. She just thinks: 'What this child's gonna do or say, could absolutely ruin my life.'" Whether or not there's a future for Chrissie and Jake in Walford remains to be seen. Oberman is currently preparing for her next role as Geri Essendine in a reimagined version of Noël Coward's Present Laughter. "It's one of the funniest plays I've ever read," she beamed, "I really can't wait for audiences to see it, because if you love Chrissie, you'll love this character." She will meet also The King on Tuesday - to be presented with an MBE, an accolade she was bestowed during his Birthday Honours. Oberman laughed: "I was really surprised. I thought I had a parking fine because it comes in a really official-looking brown envelope. I was really delighted to find out that I've got an MBE. "But Chrissie cannot get away from The Square. She keeps coming back. There's something about that place." Read more: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings EastEnders' Kat Moon and Vicki Fowler make risky move to secure Zoe's freedom in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders reveals Mark Fowler Jr's secret and surprise connection to Walford local in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders airs dark Ravi Gulati scenes amid revenge story in early BBC iPlayer release Visit our dedicated EastEnders page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add EastEnders to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Sherwood and Patience stars join Loyle Carner in first look at new "soaring romance" crime drama
The new eight-part series, Mint, comes from the writer and director of indie film Scrapper, Charlotte Regan.
A first-look clip has been revealed for new eight-part BBC drama series Mint, which comes from Scrapper writer/director Charlotte Regan. The clip introduces us to the characters played by Mayor of Kingstown's Emma Laird and Ben Coyle-Larner, better known as musician Loyle Carner. They are seen on opposite platforms at a train station, looking at one another. As Laird's character Shannon walks along the platform, Coyle-Larner's Arran does the same. When she flips him the bird, first with one hand, then with two, he also follows suit. You can watch the clip right here now. View Green Video on the source website Mint has been described as being about "soaring romance, crushing heartbreak and what love might feel like when everyone outside of your family is terrified of you". It follows a crime family, but focuses on the kids, the mum and the grandma in the family. It is said to be a story about "the love, darkness, humour, heartbreak and plain weirdness of living alongside that world, and what happens when you’re forced to take control of it". The series was filmed in and around Glasgow last year, and also stars Sam Riley (Firebrand), Laura Fraser (Patience), Lewis Gribben (Black Mirror) and Lindsay Duncan (Sherwood). The first four episodes will be premiere at Berlinale - Berlin International Film Festival on Sunday 15 February, before the series arrives on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at some point in spring 2026. When the series was first announced, Regan said in a statement: "Mint is a world I’ve been thinking about for such a long time. It’s the project that’s stuck with me endlessly and I could never get it out of my head. I’m so excited to be making it with the legends at the BBC. I can’t wait to meet some magical humans and make some magical TV." Mint will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in spring 2026. Add Mint to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">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 TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
John Wick video game confirmed with Keanu Reeves to reprise beloved film role
The game was announced during the Sony State of Play Showcase.
Keanu Reeves is officially reprising his role as legendary hitman John Wick in a new video game. The game, which is coming from Saber Interactive, the developer behind Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, is described as a third-person action game for mature audiences that will available on Playstation 5, PC and Xbox Series X/S. An official title as well as a launch date are yet to be confirmed. The game was announced during the Sony State of Play Showcase, with a trailer revealed during the presentation that features the likeness and voice of Reeves. You can watch the trailer for yourself below: View oEmbed on the source website Plot-wise, the game will feature an "original gameplay narrative set in the John Wick timeline years before the Impossible Task", according to the official description, which continues: "It will expand on the franchise’s lore during that time with familiar characters fans already know and love, as well as compelling new ones created specifically for this production." "We are collaborating closely with Saber’s dedicated team to develop a game that captures the unparalleled action, brand-defining fight choreography, immersive world-building, and authenticity of the films," said Jenefer Brown, president of Global Products & Experiences at Lionsgate, in a statement. Saber CEO, Matthew Karch, added: "John Wick is one of the most iconic characters in action film history. "Saber is honored to be working alongside Chad, Keanu and the Lionsgate team in a true collaboration to bring the world of Wick to life in a AAA game.” Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Nigella Lawson says Bake Off shuns TV "bullying" - as Paul Hollywood delivers verdict on his new judge
"There's a breakdown of a sense of community and connection between people and I think that Bake Off really celebrates that."
Earlier this year Channel 4 confirmed that Nigella Lawson would be heading into The Great British Bake Off tent as she takes the reins from Prue Leith, who left her role as judge. The celebrity chef has been forthcoming in her excitement about taking over as judge though admits it's "daunting to be following in the footsteps of Prue Leith and Mary Berry", but despite this she will be facing the challenge head on. At a recent Channel 4 event, Lawson said of her new role: "I'm looking forward to being part of the gang. I'm so excited, [but] I'm daunted – I bake a lot and I've written a lot about baking, but I'm a ramshackle kind of a baker... I'm going to be thinking, 'My God, why am I judging them?'" The Great British Bake Off has been on air for over 15 years and remains a staple of annual British television. Indeed, with a brand new judge in the mix as well as a new format introduced, the cosy TV show is full steam ahead and Lawson reckons she has cracked just why people keep returning to the Channel 4 favourite. She said: "I think why Bake Off really appeals to people in another deep emotional way – it's not just watching for entertainment, although of course there is that – is for many people, especially more recently, there's a breakdown of a sense of community and connection between people and I think that Bake Off really celebrates that." Lawson noted that while it is a competition, at its core Bake Off is more about "creative collaboration" as well as the support between the bakers. "There isn't that terrible bullying that goes in certain competitive programmes – the thing is, I'm not meaning any in particular, because it's all of them," she added. "To me, that is incredibly important – it's important for making viewers feel cosy and safe and part of something. It's good to have an example of that, because it becomes increasingly rare." But as she gears up to head to Welford Park to film the upcoming series, Lawson has teased the kind of judging audiences can expect from her, sharing that she looks "for pleasure and not for fault". In conversation with fellow judge Paul Hollywood, Lawson said: "You should always find what's good about something, that you can genuinely be enthusiastic about, and then you can talk about things which maybe you think need to be worked on. "It's a very unproductive way of being a critic, to make people feel diminished – that never helps in life. It is really about encouragement – and looking for delight, because that's what we need in our lives. I will have a problem standing back, because I have a terrible habit of nudging and interfering." Hollywood sang Lawson's praises, telling press including Radio Times that "she knows what she's talking about". He elaborated: "It comes down to knowledge – both Mary and Prue have amazing taste-buds and a huge depth of knowledge of what they're talking about, and Nigella exactly the same, comes from the same mould. "It comes down to bringing your knowledge and also your warmth – both Mary and Prue brought their warmth and I'm sure Nigella's going to do exactly the same, to make the bakers feel at ease." The Great British Bake Off returns to Channel 4 later this year. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
New James Bond game reveals plot for much-anticipated outing in dramatic first look
The video game will tell James Bond's origin story.
A new story trailer for the upcoming James Bond game 007 First Light has been released, offering more insight into the plot. The much-anticipated title, which will be the first video game to feature the British spy since 2012’s 007 Legends, is set to launch on 27 May 2026. The game, which is coming courtesy of Hitman developer IO Interactive and stars Dexter: Original Sin actor Patrick Gibson in the lead role, will tell James Bond’s origin story, following the iconic spy as he's recruited into MI6 and entrusted with a mission that will see him gain his 00 title. The trailer gives fans a look at the story set-up itself, showing some of Bond's exploits in Iceland that catch the attention of MI6 and propel him into the 00 programme, where he's forced to adapt to new rules. The footage also gives us a glimpse of the supporting characters in the game, including M (played by Priyanga Burford) and John Greenway (played by Lennie James), with whom Bond forms an unlikely alliance. The blurb reads: "Discover a re-imagined origin story as James Bond enters the 00 Programme as a promising young recruit. Despite his occasional recklessness, Bond’s intuition, charm and skill will push him to Earn The Number within His Majesty’s Secret Service." Watch the trailer for yourself below: View oEmbed on the source website 007 First Light had initially been scheduled for a March 2026 release date, but the developer confirmed in a statement back in December that the game had been pushed back by two months. IO Interactive said the game was "fully playable from beginning to end", but that extra time was needed to "further polish it". Speaking about what it means to work on the game, 007 First Light senior producer Theuns Smit previously told Radio Times Gaming (which is also available as podcast): "At IO Interactive, as you know, we have over 25 years of agent fantasy experience, so there's a lot that we've done in the past in that sense that we can draw from. "But when it comes to James Bond, I mean, he's like the original spy, and for us, it just felt like a hand fitting into a glove being able to work on this and bring our style into it." Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
EastEnders icon teases more returns for the Moon clan - is Spencer on his way home?
An old face could be returning to Albert Square.
Shane Richie has teased that another familiar face could be returning to EastEnders - Alfie Moon's younger brother Spencer. The character, played by Christopher Parker, originally appeared in the BBC soap between 2002 and 2005. He was involved in a number of high profile storylines during his tenure, from getting Vicki Fowler (then Scarlett Alice Johnson) pregnant after a one-night stand, to being blackmailed by Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner). Spencer had an off-screen exit, with his family explaining that he'd moved to Australia to live with his second cousin. Despite that, he continues to be mentioned over two decades later, with Alfie jetting off to visit him in yesterday's episode. Alf' was concerned for Spencer's wellbeing, knowing he had taken Vicki's (now Alice Haig) engagement to Ross Marshall (Alex Walkinshaw) badly. It's been a busy week for the Moon family, after the return of Jake (Joel Beckett), who managed to lure his ex-partner Chrissie Watts (Tracy-Ann Oberman) back to Albert Square in the hopes she could shed some light about Anthony Trueman's (Nicholas Bailey) death. AddRadio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. As viewers know, Chrissie had no involvement in the grisly murder - it was his daughter Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness) who was responsible, and she later framed her own mother Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) for the crime. The return of Jake left us wondering - could we see Spencer return one day? Speaking at Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club's gala night, Richie teased that his on-screen family could soon be expanded. "I know they’re really looking at the Moon family tree and bringing back some of the Moons" he explained to The Sun. “Alfie just left now to see Spencer in Australia, so who knows what happens after that and who will come back.” It's unlikely that Parker would reprise the role, given he now works as a lawyer - specialising in the negotiation of contracts on behalf of high profile television presenters. Radio Times understands there are no current plans for Spencer to return. This wouldn't be the first time that a much-loved character has been recast, with Barbara Windsor being the second actress to portray Peggy Mitchell, and Jenna Russell walking in Michelle Fowler's shoes between 2016 and 2018. Read more: 5 EastEnders spoilers next week: Shock arrest made after Anthony Trueman's funeral, as Max Branning professes his feelings EastEnders' Kat Moon and Vicki Fowler make risky move to secure Zoe's freedom in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders reveals Mark Fowler Jr's secret and surprise connection to Walford local in BBC iPlayer release EastEnders airs dark Ravi Gulati scenes amid revenge story in early BBC iPlayer release Visit our dedicated EastEnders page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add EastEnders to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Derry Girls creator compares "intense pressure" of writing series finale to new show's "refreshing" ending
How to Get to Heaven from Belfast is Lisa McGee's new series, but how did it compare to crafting the end to Derry Girls?
For many, Derry Girls continues to be an expertly crafted comedy, but for series creator and writer Lisa McGee, crafting that season 3 finale was one that also came with a lot of pressure. McGee has spoken previously about ending the series when she did and also, more recently, spoke of becoming an unlikely spokesperson for political commentary during that period of writing Derry Girls. In an interview with The I Paper, McGee said: "You can get swept up in the idea: oh maybe I should have something to say. But I don’t have anything to say. I mean, I said what I have to say in the show. It was stressful, writing that last episode. But I’m very proud of it." So, how did writing the final episode of How to Get to Heaven from Belfast compare to writing that fateful final instalment of Derry Girls? Chatting exclusively to Radio Times about just that, McGee remarked: "A lot less pressure! Like craft-wise, intense because there's a lot of things that need tied up, you need to find an emotional punch." She said: "I wanted to do something that has... Could there be a God nearly? Something like that, because of the title and those elements to the story. So, there was a lot going on. There was a lot of craftsmanship, that was hard but I find that cool and challenging and I like attempting to rise to that, even if it might not always." As for reflecting on the Derry Girls finale, McGee said: "The Derry Girls stuff was about something else that was really stressful and it was about if this doesn't represent this time, or how people feel – it was hugely emotional that last episode. I remember saying to [producers] Liz [Lewin] and Caroline [Leddy], who work on Heaven as well, I have this idea for the last episode of Derry Girls but I'm hoping you're going to say, 'don't do it'. "And I told them, and they went, 'No, you're going to have to, we love it. You're going to have to do it'. And it was like, I really, really was praying they’d go, 'No, just do something light and fun, don't do the Good Friday Agreement’. But I'm glad I did it. "But yeah, it’s very different. Derry Girls wasn't technically as hard to write that [final] episode, but it was like being just wrung out emotionally. It was mad. And even going through the footage, the actual footage of stuff that had happened … and then trying to still keep it light and hopeful. So this was just really refreshing in that it just was telling a story." Read more: Danny Dyer confirmed to lead "heart-in-mouth" historical siege drama from former Slow Horses showrunner House of Guinness stars confirmed to unite for "dynamic, loud, and uncompromising" Belfast-set drama based on award-winning novel McGee's new series doesn't venture into Good Friday Agreement territory but does include plenty of Northern Irish craic and twists. Following Saoirse (Roísín Gallagher), Robyn (Sinéad Keenan) and Dara (Caoilfhionn Dunne) who reunite for their friend Greta's (Natasha O’Keeffe) wake, the series takes a twist as the trio are plummeted into a cross-country adventure as they struggle to make sense of the truth. While the series is very much about the perplexing mystery at the heart of it, it's also about those hilarious friendship dynamics that are relatable. "When I was writing Derry Girls, I found this - I didn't see it reflected, the reality of what it was like that much," McGee told Radio Times. "Because we're a nightmare. We're chaotic and messy and mad, and often get the ones causing the pickles. And I think that grey area that, like that flawed character stuff, is the most interesting. And a lot of the times it's the men that gets to take that, that space and when a project’s centred on a woman, that could be really amazing projects, but they're often very serious topics, subject matter. So I just think, oh no. But we want to have the craic too. We want to go on adventures too." How to Get to Heaven from Belfast is available to stream on Netflix. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Doctor Who writer responds to question of whether he would take over as showrunner
Pete McTighe co-wrote the recent spin-off, The War Between the Land and the Sea.
With fans waiting news on Doctor Who's future, writer Pete McTighe has addressed speculation about whether he could potentially take charge of the sci-fi in the future. Showrunner Russell T Davies returned in 2023 to steer the show through its 60th anniversary celebrations, and through Ncuti Gatwa's two seasons, as well as spin-off The War Between the Land and the Sea and the upcoming 2026 Christmas special. Of course, there's nothing to suggest he'll be going anywhere anytime soon, but fans can't help to look to the future, with Lucky Day writer McTighe recently being asked whether he could take over at some point. According to CultBox, he responded: “It’s not for me to say. "It’s not my decision. I will give you my party line, which is that position is not vacant. Russell is the showrunner and he’s a friend of mine and whenever he calls, I will come running, but he’s the showrunner and I’m fine with that.” McTighe has written various episodes of the show, including Lucky Day, Praxeus, and Kerblam!, as well as co-writing spin-off The War Between the Land and the Sea. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. He has also written a fair few mini-episodes, celebrating the classic era of the show, to promote Doctor Who: The Collection, the ongoing set of Blu-ray releases. In 2022, McTighe told Radio Times: "I have dozens – scores – of ideas for Doctor Who episodes. That show is such an important part of my life. It's the reason I'm a writer. "Aside from the main show, the collection trailers that I write and direct are kind of my favourite thing, they're just such good fun to do. But in terms of that episode, I'm not going to tell you about it." He added: "I'm really sorry because I do want to keep it up my sleeve along with all the other ideas I have. Should I be lucky enough to work on the show in future, I'll be pitching that and many other things." Doctor Who will return to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Christmas. Add Doctor Who to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" class="x_OWAAutoLink" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Sci-fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Death in Paradise's Don Gilet joined by real-life partner Siobhan Finneran in first look clip
Happy Valley star Siobhan Finneran is the latest addition to Death in Paradise’s growing list of guest stars.
As is tradition, Death in Paradise has welcomed a fresh wave of guest stars for its 15th season – from Gavin & Stacey's Steffan Rhodri in the opener to Hermione Norris (Spooks, Cold Feet) in episode 2. Episode 3 is no different, introducing another familiar face in Siobhan Finneran, a stalwart of British film and television, known for her roles in Happy Valley, Time and Benidorm to name just a few. But, she's not just any other guest on the show, she's also the real-life partner of series lead Don Gilet. Finneran plays Fleur Edwards, an artist who relocated to Saint Marie three months ago in search of creative inspiration, but her new start is thrown into chaos when her neighbour, Henry Carpenter, is shot dead. With Fleur being at home when the fatal gunshot rang out, Mervin and Naomi aren't entirely convinced she isn't withholding key information. "What aren't you telling us, Ms Edwards?" the DS asks in an exclusive clip shared with RadioTimes. "All I'm guilty of, detectives, is bruising Henry's delicate ego," Fleur replies, hinting at a recent altercation between herself and the victim. Mervin, however, isn't persuaded. You can watch the clip below. View Green Video on the source website It marks the second time Gilet and Finneran have shared the screen, having previously appeared together in ITV crime drama The Loch, led by Laura Fraser. Gilet played a psychological profiler, while Finneran starred as a detective. In Death in Paradise, however, their roles are reversed, with Finneran now on the other side of the investigation. Read more: Death in Paradise season 15 pulled from usual time slot in BBC schedule shake-up Death in Paradise makers confirm new thriller series with "rollercoaster ride of twists" after competitive bidding war for book rights Speaking on This Morning about reuniting on the BBC series, Gilet said Finneran "loved doing it and it was great working with her," before joking: "She has come a long way. Have you not seen the stillness she's created in front of the camera since being with me? There's something – you can't bottle it. "There's something about the way she acts now. There's a new confidence to her and she gets more work now." The pair have reportedly been together since 2018, with Finneran confirming their relationship in an interview with The Guardian last year. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Death in Paradise season 15 episode 3 will arrive on BBC iPlayer at 8:45pm on Friday 13 February and will air on BBC One at 9pm on Monday 16 February. Add Death in Paradise to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">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 TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Angel legend David Boreanaz to play another iconic TV character in new reboot – and got blessing of original actor's daughter
As David Boreanaz gears up to play the leading man in NBC’s Rockford Files reboot, it’s been revealed that he got the blessing of the original actor’s daughter. Boreanaz is taking on the role of private investigator Jim Rockford – a part made famous by James Garner in the original Rockford Files (1974-80), which ran between 1974 and 1980 and also spawned a series of eight TV movies. Gigi Garner, the daughter of the late actor, who passed away at aged 86 back in 2014, revealed on social media that she had spoken to the Angel star about starring in an upcoming reboot of the classic TV series. “So, I recently got a call from David Boreanaz,” noted Gigi on X, formerly known as Twitter. She continued: “He was kind enough to share that he was offered the series and thinking about it. He wanted to know how I felt about the reboot, etc…" She added: "If anybody can do it, HE CAN! I’m [100 percent] on board! It is going to be great! #PureClass #Jimbo”. View oEmbed on the source website Garner portrayed Jim Rockford on all six seasons of the NBC drama, and was nominated for multiple Emmys for his performance over the years. He won once in 1977 for best actor in a dramatic series. He also starred in eight TV movies based on the show between 1994 and 1999. Boreanaz will be known to TV fans for his roles in series such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer as well as the show’s spin-off, Angel, in which he took on the titular role. The new Rockford Files is being billed as a "a contemporary update on the classic series of the same name," according to Deadline. "Newly paroled after doing time for a crime he didn't commit, James Rockford returns to his life as a private investigator using his charm and wit to solve cases around Los Angeles. "It doesn’t take long for his quest for legitimacy to land him squarely in the crosshairs of both local police and organised crime." Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Baby Reindeer favourite Jessica Gunning to play music icon Mama Cass Elliot in new biopic
The Mamas & the Papas legend is the latest big name in music to have her story told on the big screen.
The recent music biopic boom appears to be going nowhere any time fast – and Cass Elliot of the Mamas & the Papas is the latest big name star to be confirmed as the subject for an upcoming film. Baby Reindeer star Jessica Gunning has been cast to play the singer – commonly known as Mama Cass – with the film being adapted from her son Owen Elliot-Kugell’s memoir by screenwriter Emma Forrest. No director is currently attached. The project will reportedly be focusing on Elliot's "life, legacy and music" but will not be serving as a biopic of her '60s folk rock act the Mamas & the Papas, famous for hits including their iconic recording of California Dreamin' and for being a major part of the counter-cultural movement of that decade. Although it was her work with the band that was most famous, Elliot also embarked on a solo career afterwards, releasing five albums and scoring hits with Make Your Own Kind of Music and Dream a Little Dream of Me. She passed away at the age of just 32 in 1968 after suffering a heart attack and was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. The film – which is being titled My Mama Cass – will also apparently detail Elliot-Kugell’s attempts to dispel a longstanding rumour that his mother's death had come after she choked on a ham sandwich. Interestingly, the film is being produced by Veritas Entertainment, one of the companies behind Oscar-nominated Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown – which of course covered a similar era in American folk music. Cass Elliott follows a number of musical icons including Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Presley and Whitney Houston in having her story told on the big screen in recent years – while Michael Jackson film Michael and Sam Mendes's ambitious Beatles project are among the other examples in the pipeline. Gunning is best known for her breakout, award-winning turn as Martha in 2024 Netflix hit Baby Reindeer, while she's also appeared in Back and The Outlaws and has roles in upcoming films The Christophers and The Magic Faraway Tree. Check out more of our Film coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Coronation Street airs shock arrest as teen hauled in for questioning over brutal attack in ITVX release
Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Coronation Street, which airs at 8.30pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
Troubled teenager Will Driscoll (Lucas Hodgson Wale) has been arrested for attacking his teacher Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard) in Coronation Street. As viewers will recall, the incident took place on Christmas Day following a particularly awkward turkey dinner. Daniel had recently began a new relationship with Will's athletics coach Megan Walsh (Beth Nixon), unaware that she is grooming her student. As a result, Will has seen Daniel as somewhat of a love rival, and tensions started to boil over. After an eventful celebration, Daniel whispered in Will's ear that he knew he had a crush on Megan – but told him to leave romance to the adults. Shortly afterwards, he was found by Evelyn Plummer (Maureen Lipman), badly beaten in the ginnel. A small flashback showed that Will was responsible (obviously!) and grandmother Maggie (Pauline McLynn) had witnessed the assault from the Rovers bedroom window. In today's episode, Daniel attended a restorative justice programme at the prison, and met up with the man who was wrongly imprisoned for the incident. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. The man, who was homeless before being sent down, hobbled into the room and introduced himself. He explained that he had no recollection of committing the crime, but accepted the fact that Daniel's possessions had been found in his tent and therefore he must have done it. Unconvinced, the teacher asked how long he'd been suffering with his injured leg and was surprised to hear it was a long-term condition. This directly contradicted the fact he had seen his attacker running away. It soon became apparent that the man was just happy to be off the streets, and that he found prison to be a much warmer and safer environment to spend his days. Back at the Rovers, Daniel was intrigued when Maggie mentioned that Will had a "violent temper", and marched through into the back room to confront him. For the first time, he realised that Will was a perfect fit for the person he saw that night, and called the police. Kit Green (Jacob Roberts) was forced to tackle the youngster against the door when he tried to make an escape, as the horrified Driscoll family watched on. Struggling to contain her emotions, Megan began to sob. Is Will about to be sent down? Read more: 9 Coronation Street spoilers next week: Murder victim revealed in special flash-forward episode Coronation Street to kill classic character off-screen next month over 35 years after debut Coronation Street abuser Megan Walsh issues menacing threat to one of her pupils in ITVX release Coronation Street villain Carl Webster eyes up vulnerable local in ITVX release Coronation Street airs weeknights at 8:30pm on ITV1 and ITVX. Visit our dedicated Corrie page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. Add Coronation Street to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Casualty and Gladiators hit by schedule shake-up on BBC this weekend amid FA Cup matches
Neither Casualty nor Gladiators will be airing in their usual Saturday night slots.
The BBC has announced scheduling changes for Gladiators and Casualty tomorrow (Saturday 14 February) due to sports schedules. The rebooted Gladiators, which is now in its third season, typically airs on Saturday evenings at 5:45pm on BBC One and iPlayer. But episodes 5 and 6 of the show won’t be airing at their usual time over the next two weekends. The BBC announced: "On 14 February, if the football finishes in 90 minutes, Gladiators will air at 8pm. On 21 February, Gladiators will air at 7:15pm." Instead, the BBC will be showing the FA Cup match between Aston Villa and Newcastle United from 5:45pm to 8pm this weekend, while next Saturday's shake-up is due to coverage of Wales v Scotland in rugby's Six Nations. Meanwhile, Casualty, which usually airs on Saturday nights on BBC One and iPlayer at 8:30pm, will be broadcast at the later time of 9:45pm tomorrow. The scheduling change for Gladiators comes at a pivotal moment in the new season, with episode 5 rounding off the final heat of the year, while episode 6 will mark the beginning of the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, scenes set to air this Saturday on Casualty will see Jacob Masters put in a difficult position after his son Blake is incorrectly profiled by police officer Ashley Sullivan. Read more: Gladiators season 3 stars shatter the myths behind being a cast member Kids ask the Gladiators all the questions grown-ups never would Add Gladiators and Casualty to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps or Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Emmerdale villain makes surprise return in early ITVX release – one month after being killed off
Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
The only absolute certainty in life is death. Unless you're a character in a soap opera, and it doesn't necessarily mean the end of the road. Take Ray Walters (Joe Absolom) in Emmerdale, for example. Although killed off prior to the Corriedale crossover episode, he made a series of appearances in flashback scenes to explain his demise, and made another spectacular comeback in today's episode. A ghostly vision of twisted Ray was seen to be haunting Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) throughout the instalment, urging him to confess to his murder. Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) had finally decided to seek professional help for his dad, and with help from Dr Manpreet Sharma (Rebecca Sarker), arranged for a counsellor who had experienced modern slavery first-hand to speak with him. The risk was huge – Bear was broken and vulnerable, and it wouldn't take much for him to admit to his fit of rage that led to Ray's death. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. As the counselling session began, Bear began to suffer intense hallucinations of his captor, who swarmed around him and urged him not to believe her words. Ray promised he was a good man who tried to help, intensifying Bear's Stockholm Syndrome. Meanwhile, Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) told Paddy that felt he was cursed, as since he arrived in the village, he'd brought nothing but trouble. He thought it was time to move on, feeling that everyone would be much better off without him. His girlfriend April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan) had similar concerns, telling step-mum Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry) that she didn't feel comfortable not receiving some sort of punishment for being part of Ray's operation. Rhona urged her to see that she was as much of a victim as Bear. The four then headed out into Main Street, and became aware of a situation unfolding as a result of Bear's consultation. Police officers were escorting him out of Manpreet's house, with the counsellor explaining that he'd confessed to killing Ray and had contacted authorities himself. Will Bear be sent down for murder? Read more: Emmerdale reveals Victoria Sugden's exit story following vicious ultimatum in early ITVX release 5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Bear Wolf arrested as Laurel Thomas learns a shocking secret Emmerdale's Victoria Sugden makes devastating decision about her future in early ITVX release Emmerdale finally confirms who killed Ray Walters following epic flashback week in ITVX release Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1. Stream on ITVX. Add Emmerdale to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
House of Guinness stars confirmed to unite for "dynamic, loud, and uncompromising" Belfast-set drama based on award-winning novel
Close to Home is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Michael Magee.
Channel 4 has announced a brand new four-part drama based on the bestselling debut novel by author Michael Magee, Close to Home. Sharing the same name as the 2023 hit novel, the new drama will be headed up by a cast of stellar talent including House of Guinness stars Anthony Boyle and Seamus O’Hara, as well as Jessica Reynolds (A Woman of Substance) and Oisín Thompson (Trespasses). Boyle is set to lead the cast as Sean, a young man who returns to his home of Belfast after university and is sucked back into old habits. As per the synopsis: "Back on the mad all-nighters, the borrowed tenners and missing rent, the casual jobs that always fall through. "Back with his brother, his ma and all the things they never talk about. Back where the promised prosperity of peacetime has yet to arrive and every street has a story to tell. One night, Sean assaults a stranger at a party and everything is tipped into chaos." The series has been described as revelling "in the reckless decadence of youth and celebrates a generation growing up in the wake of the troubles", adding that it's "a striking tale of love, trauma and finding your place in the scarred city you call home." On the announcement of the Channel 4 adaptation of his novel, writer Magee said: "Developing Close to Home for television has been an intensely fulfilling creative experience, a dream come true, really, and I'm incredibly grateful to Michael Dawson and Clare Dwyer Hogg for all the work they've done with me on the scripts, and to Diarmuid Goggins and Gemma Boswell and the whole team at Element and Channel 4 for the passion and creative energy they've put into bringing this story to life." Code of Silence's Diarmuid Goggins will be taking over directing duties for the series, which is also being produced by the multi award-winning company Element Pictures, who have helped bring us the likes of Pillion, Bugonia and Normal People. While a release date for Close to Home is yet to be announced, we do know that filming is set to kick off in Belfast later this month and further casting will also be announced in due course. As for the cast, Boyle has recently starred in Steven Knight's Netflix drama, House of Guinness, but is also known for his roles in Say Nothing, Apple TV's Masters of the Air and Manhunt, as well as Disney+'s Shardlake. O'Hara will be starring in Close to Home as Anthony, Sean's brother, but has appeared in some of the same shows as Boyle like Say Nothing and House of Guinness. O'Hara is also known for his roles in Blue Lights. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2025/09/AAAAQRcEeliZjKBGUZzVCh8K71Nv2lLj5xwol7rJtCfrDRrP1aA9EwzDhgkblxl9Qj4GHs832fEf0kniH-1dMJgY0JjPZBOht226d6CRaXwhYgG-ffgvL3iV0YxmohbTjkuuhsmV0SzC3PTyCrw35adh-2d0cf85.jpg" width="1012" height="675" alt="Jessica Reynolds as Lady Christine O’Madden in House of Guinness, wearing black and sat in a church pew." title="House of Guinness" /> As for Reynolds, Outlander fans may recognise her as Malva Christie but she too has starred in House of Guinness, Kneecap and is also set to head up the cast of Channel 4's A Woman of Substance. She is set to star in Close to Home as Mairéad, who is one of Sean's long-time friends. Rounding out the main cast is Thompson, who has most recently been seen on screens in Northern Irish drama Trespasses. He's set to star as Ryan in Close to Home, another one of Sean's friends. Commenting on the announcement of the series, Gemma Boswell, commissioner editor for Channel 4, says: "It is a privilege to bring Mick’s award-winning novel to Channel 4. Close To Home explores the emotionally rich landscape of West Belfast through the eyes of Sean, played by the fantastic Anthony Boyle. We’re delighted to showcase Mick’s beautiful writing with this timely and evocative story of a young generation finding their place in the world." Similarly, executive producer Michael Dawson says: "In his debut novel, Mick has captured a compelling vision of Belfast life, brimming with anarchic energy, humanity and mischief. Diarmuid Goggins is the perfect filmmaker to bring this to the screen; his ability to fuse bold, kinetic visuals with a raw, grounded realism is exactly what this story demands. "Together with the indomitable Anthony Boyle and our incredible partners at Channel 4, Fremantle, NI Screen, and Screen Ireland, we are set to deliver a piece of television that is as dynamic, loud, and uncompromising as the city itself." Close to Home will be coming to Channel 4. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
National treasure Jennifer Saunders returns to the stage to play "one of the greatest comic roles in British theatre"
The comic legend is heading for Theatre Royal Bath this October.
British comedy legend Jennifer Saunders is taking to the stage this autumn to star in a major revival of Edward Bond’s The Sea. The Absolutely Fabulous star will be play Mrs Rafi, a part considered "one of the greatest comic roles in British theatre". Last revived almost 20 years ago, The Sea is a wild farce of a play set in the early 20th century. It premiered on the West End in 1973 before receiving two further revivals in 1991 and 2008, now, it comes to Theatre Royal Bath for the first time. The synopsis reads: "It is 1907, the height of the Edwardian era. A wild storm shakes a small East Anglian seaside village to its core. Amidst the confusion, Mr Hatch, the local draper, wrestles with the possibility that aliens from outer space may be ready to invade, and the village’s self-appointed First Lady Mrs Rafi, prepares her ladies for an amateur dramatic performance of Orpheus and Eurydice..." This show sees Saunders return to Bath after appearing in the record-breaking production of Blithe Spirit as Madame Arcati. At the time, Saunders gave an interview to the Express, where she said: “Originally it was four weeks in Bath and that to me is the perfect length of run — in and out. But actually what I have learned about theatre is that if you do it for longer it gets much better. "Theatre is as different as you can get from TV but there’s not one I like better. I think because I am older now and I don’t have kids at home to get home to it is actually quite nice to do theatre. I have found the more you inhabit someone, the more they become real." Of course known for her beloved sketch show French and Saunders, Ab Fab and Shrek 2 (obviously), the actress is taking on another iconic comedy. The play's director, Jonathan Munby, is known for his work for the Royal Shakespeare company, The Globe, Donmar Warehouse and more. The Sea will run at Theatre Royal Bath from 22 October to 7 November 2026, with further casting and ticket details to be announced soon. Make sure you also take a look at the best West End shows. Plus, news of Ben Platt's new original musical the Bridgerton candlelight concert, and how to get Six Nations tickets.
Danny Dyer confirmed to lead "heart-in-mouth" historical siege drama from former Slow Horses showrunner
Will Smith will be adapting Ben Macintyre’s The Siege for Channel 4.
Ever since Will Smith, the showrunner of Slow Horses, left that acclaimed spy series at the end of season 5, fans have been wondering what he would do next. Now, it has been confirmed that he is adapting Ben Macintyre’s best-selling book, The Siege, which will air as a six-part limited series on Channel 4. The cast of the series will be led by Rivals star Danny Dyer, along with Sherwood's David Morrissey and The Voice of Hind Rajab's Motaz Malhees. Helmed by Time director Lewis Arnold, the series has been described as "a heart-in-mouth story involving an extraordinary cast of characters from different walks of life, thrown together by a seemingly insolvable conflict". The synopsis for the series reads: "30th April 1980. Six armed Arab Iranian separatists burst into the Iranian embassy in London, taking hostage the 26 people inside, demanding autonomy for their people. "Over the next six days, the gunmen, the hostages and the police struggled with each other for control of the situation while the soldiers of the SAS mounted plans for a daring mission to break the siege that would be witnessed by the watching world. "Coupling thriller tension with poignancy, insight and humour, this six-part limited series brings audiences the definitive account of a pivotal moment in history, when Britain and the world held its breath." Starring alongside Dyer, Morrissey and Malhees will be Leo Bill (Funny Woman), Kevin Doyle (Downton Abbey) Alex Jennings (MobLand), Alexej Manvelov (Dept. Q), Sara Shirpey (Top Dog), Omid Djalili (Betrayal), Nicola Stephenson (The Long Shadow), Stephen Campbell Moore (Industry), Sean Pertwee (NCIS: Tony & Ziva) and Enzo Cilenti (Black Mirror). Also in the cast are Sam Troughton (Black Doves), Iddo Goldberg (Peaky Blinders), Armin Karima (Prisoner 951), Asim Chaudhry (Tinsel Town), Moe Bar-El (Alien: Earth) Kavé Niku (Tehran), Nina Mahdavi (Ambivalence), Catayoune Ahmadi (Reading Lolita in Tehran) Lorne MacFadyen (Vigil), Aneurin Barnard (Doctor Who), Mark Bonnar (The Celebrity Traitors) and Gwilym Lee (SAS: Rogue Heroes). On the announcement of the series, Ian Katz, chief content officer for Channel 4 said: "The Iranian embassy siege and the daring raid which ended it was an iconic moment that forged the ferocious reputation of the modern SAS. "The show is a heart-stopping, emotional thriller that reveals the little-known motivations of the hapless hostage-takers and the very human reality of what went on inside the embassy as the world looked on and Britain's most lethal soldiers practiced their high stakes assault. "It will change the way people understand the siege and reveal how close the famous SAS operation came to disaster. We're thrilled to be working with Will Smith, Ben Macintyre, Lewis Arnold, Patrick Spence and the remarkable cast. This major commission underlines Channel 4's commitment to dialling up exceptional drama in its slate of original British programming." This is not the first time one of Macintyre's historical books has been adapted for the big or small screen. 2021 film Operation Mincemeat was based on his 2010 book of the same name, while the series SAS Rogue Heroes and A Spy Among Friends were both also based on books of his. The Siege will air on Channel 4. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Strictly's Kevin Clifton talks being new Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: "I've always battled with my identity"
Clifton is playing Tick on the upcoming tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert.
Dazzling costumes, heart-warming stories and a stunning pop soundtrack, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is a cult classic for a reason. Originally released as an Oscar-winning film in 1994 and then a West End musical, the much-loved show is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a mega UK tour, hitting 20 theatre venues from February to July. Over the years, the cast of this show has included legends from Terence Stamp and Guy Pearce to Jason Donovan, and now taking over is Adèle Anderson, Nick Hayes and Strictly Come Dancing's Kevin Clifton. In an exclusive chat with Radio Times, the pro dancer said, we as audiences are in need of this uplifting story now more than ever: "I think the things the show deals with, like identity and acceptance, I think we've gone a long way with it, but we seem to be in a moment now where it's getting more divisive again. "I think it's a good time to have a show like come back and spread a real message of acceptance, not just from other people, but accepting yourself for who you are." Clifton will be playing the role of Tick, originally played by Lord of the Rings' Hugo Weaving, a drag queen estranged from his wife and son, who persuades his fellow performers (Bernadette and Felicia) to travel out to a gig in remote central Australia. After taking on the role, Clifton said he definitely felt responsibility to "handle Tick with care." He said: "I'm a straight man, and I felt a bit of that pressure of, oh, am I the right guy to to do it? But then talking to the director and other people in the cast that, you know, they were very comfortable with me doing it – it was the same when I did Everybody's Talking About Jamie." The Strictly winner added that he was still able to see himself in Tick, having also spoken openly about identity in the past. "I don't battle with my sexuality, but what I do battle with is a big theme of identity. I grew up as a ballroom dancer, and I had to be a certain way and act a certain way in front of people, and I feel like it was an identity that was handed to me. "I was a Grimsby ballroom dancer who was doing competitions, so to look taller my parents gave me a perm and you know I'd have fake tan on my neck and so I didn't 100 per cent fit in with my friends at home. Then in rehearsal rooms and on Strictly it's often filled with a lot of extrovert, flamboyant people, and I'm not, I'm an introvert, so I didn't fit in there either." "Even now I'm 43 years old, and I often say I don't know who I am really. I sort of feel like I'm playing different roles all the time, and Tick is the same. He doesn't quite fit in any room that he walks into, he's trying to find that place where he belongs, that place where he fits." Clifton also said he can doubly relate to Tick since becoming a father. The dancer and partner Stacey Dooley had their daughter Minnie in 2023. "Tick has a son who he hasn't seen in years, so when we're playing some of the scenes I just think about my own daughter, Minnie, who's three, and weirdly, whilst we're on tour Stacey my girlfriend's going to be in Australia filming and Minnie's going out there with her. So I'm really going to be missing them and I can hopefully tap into that a little bit." As the 30th anniversary of the show, audiences can expect this new run to be bigger and better than before, with Clifton promising a bigger cast, new sets and new choreography. But while many people may think the show is just about being as big, fun and flamboyant as possible, it's always worth remembering the story at its heart. "I hope that people are going to feel uplifted," said Clifton. "I hope, that the underlying message is going to be heartfelt. On one level they're going to come and have an amazing night of entertainment with great songs and great dance numbers, but then underneath, they'll enjoy the really heart-warming story of three people who are looking for acceptance and for where they fit." Buy Priscilla Queen of the Desert tickets When and where can I see Priscilla Queen of the Desert? Here are the dates and venues for the Priscilla UK tour: 19 Feb – 28 Feb 2026 – Manchester, Palace Theatre 2 Mar – 7 Mar 2026 – Glasgow, King’s Theatre 9 Mar – 14 Mar 2026 – Liverpool, Empire Theatre 16 Mar – 21 Mar 2026 – Southampton, Mayflower Theatre 23 Mar – 28 Mar 2026 – Birmingham, Hippodrome 30 Mar – 4 Apr 2026 – Norwich, Theatre Royal 6 Apr – 11 Apr 2026 – Newcastle, Theatre Royal 14 Apr – 18 Apr 2026 – Edinburgh, Playhouse 20 Apr – 25 Apr 2026 – Cardiff, Wales Millennium Centre 28 Apr – 2 May 2026 – Nottingham, Royal Concert Hall 4 May – 9 May 2026 – Aylesbury, Waterside Theatre 11 May – 16 May 2026 – Woking, New Victoria Theatre 25 May – 30 May 2026 – Canterbury, Marlowe Theatre 1 Jun – 6 Jun 2026 – Belfast, Grand Opera House 8 Jun – 13 Jun 2026 – Dublin, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre 16 Jun – 20 Jun 2026 – Brighton, Theatre Royal 22 Jun – 27 Jun 2026 – Leicester, Curve Theatre 29 Jun – 4 Jul 2026 – Sheffield, Lyceum Theatre 6 Jul – 11 Jul 2026 – Bradford, Alhambra Theatre 13 Jul – 18 Jul 2026 – Truro, Hall for Cornwall How to get Priscilla Queen of the Desert tickets You can find tickets either at ATG Tickets or via the respective venue's website. 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Married at First Sight spin-off confirmed as UK and Australia series set to crossover
Married at First Sight All Stars, anyone?
Married at First Sight is getting the all stars treatment! You read that right, the popular reality series which sees people meet for the first time on their wedding day, after having been paired together by relationship experts, is getting a spin-off with stars from the UK and Australia returning for a second chance at love. Titled Second Marriage at First Sight, the new show will see former stars who didn't find love the first time be given a second chance. The series will be comprised of four singles from the UK and and four from Australia, bringing together two of the most successful versions of the reality show. As teased by Channel 4, the singles will return to the experiment with "open hearts to finding love again and open minds to consider uprooting their entire lives to the other side of the world". The synopsis continues: "The experiment begins again in the UK; each couple will navigate cultural clashes and old wounds before they head to Australia to meet friends and family on the other side of the world and face the ultimate decision: who will consider uprooting their life for love? "Will the Brits tempt their partners to trade beach life for Blighty, or will love pull them towards a fresh start under sunnier skies? For these second-timers, there's more at stake than ever before. "These brides and grooms aren't just risking their hearts again, they're risking everything, their friendships, careers, and their homes, as one half of each couple takes a gamble on the possibility of a new life and new love on the other side of the world." Steve Handley, Channel 4's head of reality entertainment, said of the commission: "These eight well-loved MAFS singles didn’t find lasting love the first time, but they haven’t given up – and neither have we. "Everyone deserves a second chance at love and this time they’re saying ‘I do’ to a stranger on the other side of the world, risking absolutely everything for another shot at getting it right. I think it will be our greatest love story yet." Murray Boland, CEO of production company CPL, added: "We’re so looking forward to this. Research shows people in Australia have more successful and enduring relationships with Britons than any other nationality, so we are genuinely hopeful that our brave singles can finally find the love they have been looking for." Second Marriage at First Sight is coming to E4 soon. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Alan Carr lands brand new 'bucket list' comedy series with major streamer after Celebrity Traitors success
The series will follow Carr and other comedians as they head on a road trip to try out classic "bucket list" experiences...
Celebrity Traitors star Alan Carr is set to front another big TV series on a major streamer. The Picture Slam comedian, who’s been in demand since winning the BBC reality series last year, is set to front The F**k It List, a comedy series for Prime Video. The show will see Carr and other comedians – including Tom Allen, Joanne McNally and Jack Dee – head on a road trip to try out classic “bucket list” experiences, determining which of them are truly “try before you die” and which should go on 'the f**k it list'. You can see the first preview image at the top of this article. Filming on the show has kicked off and will take place across Iceland, the Canary Islands, Scotland and England. It’s one of multiple new adventures on the horizon for Carr after he became the winner of the first season of The Celebrity Traitors last year, with the star also set to lead a new castle-based TV series for Disney+/Hulu. That series, currently going by the working title Castle Man, will follow Carr as he attempts to find, buy and run a historic castle. A synopsis reads: “With Alan’s 50th birthday fast approaching, he finds himself at a moment of reckoning, taking stock of where he is and where he wants to be. “He has long dreamed of owning a grand château, but after a transformative and iconic stay at The Traitors‘ castle, that fantasy will now become a reality – or will it?" Read more: Friends gets new UK streaming availability date confirmed after Netflix departure Beloved BBC comedy series with Alison Steadman set to receive US remake from Hollywood star According to The Sun, Carr is also set to work on a yet-to-be-specified project for Netflix alongside Amanda Holden. The F**k It List will launch on Prime Video later in 2026. Add Alan Carr's Picture Slam to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Comedy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Spider-Noir confirms release date – with two different versions of Nicolas Cage series set to stream
"With no power comes no responsibility."
The release date for Spider-Noir has officially been confirmed, with Nicolas Cage's vigilante set to swing onto screens very soon. A new trailer has confirmed that the series, focused around the noir themed take on the iconic superhero, will come to MGM+'s broadcast channel on 25 May and then will be available to stream globally as a boxset on Prime Video two days later, on 27 May. Most intriguingly, two versions of the show will be released - a "True-Hue" full colour version, and an "authentic" black-and-white version. The trailer has been made available in both versions so you can plan which you're going to watch first. "With no power comes no responsibility," declares the new trailer, which sees Cage's Ben Reilly admitting he's going through an existential crisis. Spider-Noir, based on the Marvel comic Spider-Man Noir, is set in 1930s New York and will follow Cage's private investigator, who was once known as a superhero called The Spider. View oEmbed on the source website After stepping away from his alter ego following a personal tragedy, he has to grapple with his past – when a new, extraordinary, case comes along that could change everything. The series also stars New Girl's Lamorne Morris as Robbie Robertson, alongside Brendan Gleeson as Silvermane, and Sinners breakout Li Jun Li as Cat Hardy. The supporting cast of Spider-Noir includes Abraham Popoola (Andor), Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire), Andrew Lewis Caldwell (The Matrix Resurrections), Amy Aquino (Juror #2), Andrew Robinson (Hellraiser) and Kai Caster (Yellowstone). Meanwhile, Cage is reprising his role as Spider-Noir after voicing the character in the Spider-Verse – and he's already giving us a good taste of Ben's character in the trailer, unapologetically declaring: "I beat up some guys in a bar, and then I got plastered." Not long now to go now... Spider-Noir will be available to stream on Prime Video from 27 May. Check out more of our Sci-fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.