If Doctor Who fans ever felt hard done by during any of the show’s previous big anniversaries then the 60th is here to soothe spirits, hand out cherished gifts, and generally make a bloody big hair-ruffling fuss of the lot of us.
First came news of David Tennant and Catherine Tate’s return in three anniversary specials, then came the ‘roughly 8 million episodes of Doctor Who are coming to BBC iPlayer on November 1’ announcement, then they brought back Doctor Who Confidential under a different name, and now…
…three Classic era Doctors are returning alongside eight former Doctor Who Companions (plus The Sarah Jane Adventures’ Clyde Langer) for new series Tales of the Tardis.
New Scenes, Classic Who Cast
Not a behind-the-scenes documentary, and not standalone adventures, the six-part series will pair up the stars of classic Who acting in new scenes together, in character, wrapped around episodes from six existing serials.
First came news of David Tennant and Catherine Tate’s return in three anniversary specials, then came the ‘roughly 8 million episodes of Doctor Who are coming to BBC iPlayer on November 1’ announcement, then they brought back Doctor Who Confidential under a different name, and now…
…three Classic era Doctors are returning alongside eight former Doctor Who Companions (plus The Sarah Jane Adventures’ Clyde Langer) for new series Tales of the Tardis.
New Scenes, Classic Who Cast
Not a behind-the-scenes documentary, and not standalone adventures, the six-part series will pair up the stars of classic Who acting in new scenes together, in character, wrapped around episodes from six existing serials.
- 10/31/2023
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
Mid-July doesn’t exactly constitute the dog days of summer, but for parents with kids to keep entertained it’s certainly close enough. Summer break is only half over for most kids across the United States, and that means parents have at least another month of kids with nothing but time on their hands.
To combat the boredom that can crop up during this time of year, parents should check out Sling Freestream. Freestream is, as the name suggests, completely free to all users, whether they subscribe to Sling TV’s live TV service or not. The service offers hundreds of free streaming channels, including some selections that are tailor-made for keeping children entertained.
Watch Now $0 / month sling.com What Are the Top Kids Channels Available on Sling Freestream?
Sling Freestream’s channel count has grown to over 400, and it offers more than 41,000 titles to stream on-demand as well. No...
To combat the boredom that can crop up during this time of year, parents should check out Sling Freestream. Freestream is, as the name suggests, completely free to all users, whether they subscribe to Sling TV’s live TV service or not. The service offers hundreds of free streaming channels, including some selections that are tailor-made for keeping children entertained.
Watch Now $0 / month sling.com What Are the Top Kids Channels Available on Sling Freestream?
Sling Freestream’s channel count has grown to over 400, and it offers more than 41,000 titles to stream on-demand as well. No...
- 7/12/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Kalu Ikeagwu and Marcy Dolapo Oni have been tapped to star in “It’s the Blackness,” the debut feature from actor turned director Hakeem Kae-Kazim.
Ikeagwu (“30 Days”) and Oni (“Diary of a Lagos Girl”) will play Mr and Mrs Baba-Lola in the film.
They are joined by Daniel Davids (“Meet the Adebanjos”), Matthew J. Morrison (“Inexplicables”), Kierath Jandoo (“Dimension Slip”), Scott Haran (“Wizards vs. Aliens”), Philip Kay (“No Place Like Holmes”) and newcomers Isis Clunie and Varun Raj.
“It’s the Blackness” is a comedy-drama-romance written by newcomer Dapo Oshiyemi. It tells the story of two ambitious graduates from an elite university who must navigate institutional and structural racism as they look to build their careers in modern Britain while at the same time still making space in their lives for love and family.
The film, which is currently in pre-production, is set in South London. Shooting is set to start in...
Ikeagwu (“30 Days”) and Oni (“Diary of a Lagos Girl”) will play Mr and Mrs Baba-Lola in the film.
They are joined by Daniel Davids (“Meet the Adebanjos”), Matthew J. Morrison (“Inexplicables”), Kierath Jandoo (“Dimension Slip”), Scott Haran (“Wizards vs. Aliens”), Philip Kay (“No Place Like Holmes”) and newcomers Isis Clunie and Varun Raj.
“It’s the Blackness” is a comedy-drama-romance written by newcomer Dapo Oshiyemi. It tells the story of two ambitious graduates from an elite university who must navigate institutional and structural racism as they look to build their careers in modern Britain while at the same time still making space in their lives for love and family.
The film, which is currently in pre-production, is set in South London. Shooting is set to start in...
- 3/16/2022
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
It’s not unusual, in the world of Doctor Who, for the same actor to play more than one role on screen. From classic to modern Doctor Who, Nicholas Courtney, Ian Marter, Lalla Ward, Jaqueline Hill, Jean Marsh, Adjoa Andoh, Eve Myles, Naoko Mori, Vinette Robinson and more have all played multiple parts in the whoniverse. Before she debuted as companion Martha Jones, Freema Agyeman was a Torchwood employee who fell foul of the Cybermen in series two’s ‘Army of Ghosts’. Karen Gillan was a seer in series four episode ‘The Fires of Pompeii’ before she recurred as Eleven’s companion Amy Pond. Even the Doctor has had test runs. Colin Baker played a Gallifreyan commander in season twenty before taking over from Peter Davison. Peter Capaldi appeared in ‘The Fires of Pompeii’ as well as playing John Frobisher on Torchwood before taking up residence in the Tardis.
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- 9/21/2021
- by Louisa Mellor
- Den of Geek
Exclusive: Harry Lawtey, who stars in HBO/BBC drama Industry, has signed with UTA. The British actor has signed with the talent agency in all areas.
Lawtey plays Robert Spearing, a fledgling banker in the financial drama, which was just renewed for a second season by the WarnerMedia premium network and the British public broadcaster.
He is also set to star in Terence Davies’ Siegfried Sassoon biopic feature Benediction.
Lawtey got his break on British series including Cbbc’s Wizards Vs Aliens and Anna Friel crime drama Marcella.
In the UK, Lawtey will continue to be represented by Hamilton Hodell.
Lawtey plays Robert Spearing, a fledgling banker in the financial drama, which was just renewed for a second season by the WarnerMedia premium network and the British public broadcaster.
He is also set to star in Terence Davies’ Siegfried Sassoon biopic feature Benediction.
Lawtey got his break on British series including Cbbc’s Wizards Vs Aliens and Anna Friel crime drama Marcella.
In the UK, Lawtey will continue to be represented by Hamilton Hodell.
- 12/16/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
The BFI London Film Festival (Oct 7-18) is launching a film, TV and immersive content works-in-progress strand as part of its industry program. Scroll down for lineup.
The seven film and immersive projects featured in this year’s lineup are currently in production, post-production or near completion, and will be presented to an invited audience of international buyers and festival programmers. They all come from emerging filmmakers.
The showcase is taking place on 9 October and will be fully online as part of 2020’s virtual and physical hybrid festival. Clips will be screened from each of the selected projects followed by a short Q&a with the director and or the producer. Access will be by invitation only via a secure platform with two repeat screenings to accommodate international time zones.
BFI London Film Festival Director, Tricia Tuttle said: “The Lff has always been a platform for supporting new and emerging...
The seven film and immersive projects featured in this year’s lineup are currently in production, post-production or near completion, and will be presented to an invited audience of international buyers and festival programmers. They all come from emerging filmmakers.
The showcase is taking place on 9 October and will be fully online as part of 2020’s virtual and physical hybrid festival. Clips will be screened from each of the selected projects followed by a short Q&a with the director and or the producer. Access will be by invitation only via a secure platform with two repeat screenings to accommodate international time zones.
BFI London Film Festival Director, Tricia Tuttle said: “The Lff has always been a platform for supporting new and emerging...
- 9/22/2020
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s almost June and that means Netflix is about to give their content a refresh. Some of the notable titles leaving in June include Rain Man, Taxi Driver, and Donnie Brasco. So if you haven’t seen some of these titles, plan your nights accordingly. We of course can look forward more than a few new titles including the premiere of the Wachowskis’ show Sense8, the new season of Orange is the New Black, Nightcrawler, and Jon Stewart’s film Rosewater.
Available June 1
Employee of the Month (2006)
Hidden Kingdoms (2014)
La Dictadura Perfecta (2014)
R.L. Stine’s Mostly Ghostly (2008)
R.L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour: Don’t Think About It (2007)
Sex Ed (2014)
Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Orlando (2012)
Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam: Live From Atlanta (2013)
Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Las Vegas (2014)
The Aviator...
Available June 1
Employee of the Month (2006)
Hidden Kingdoms (2014)
La Dictadura Perfecta (2014)
R.L. Stine’s Mostly Ghostly (2008)
R.L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour: Don’t Think About It (2007)
Sex Ed (2014)
Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Orlando (2012)
Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam: Live From Atlanta (2013)
Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Las Vegas (2014)
The Aviator...
- 5/22/2015
- by Graham McMorrow
- City of Films
New on Netflix this June: "Sense8," the new sci-fi drama from Andy and Lana Wachowski ("The Matrix" trilogy) and "Babylon 5" creator J. Michael Straczynski, in which eight strangers suddenly find themselves mysteriously connected. Also, look for the return of Netflix original series "Orange Is the New Black" on June 12.
As for movies, you won't want to miss Jake Gyllenhaal's terrifyingly great turn in "Nightcrawler." Also new: "Life of Crime" and "Cake" with Jennifer Aniston; Philip Seymour Hoffman's last completed film, the spy thriller "A Most Wanted Man"; Gina Prince-Bythewood's acclaimed film "Beyond the Lights" starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw as a rising singer; not to mention the critically panned "Grace of Monaco," starring Nicole Kidman as Princess Grace.
Below is a full rundown of what's new on Netflix in June 2015, provided by Netflix. As always, all titles and dates are subject to change. We've also go you covered...
As for movies, you won't want to miss Jake Gyllenhaal's terrifyingly great turn in "Nightcrawler." Also new: "Life of Crime" and "Cake" with Jennifer Aniston; Philip Seymour Hoffman's last completed film, the spy thriller "A Most Wanted Man"; Gina Prince-Bythewood's acclaimed film "Beyond the Lights" starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw as a rising singer; not to mention the critically panned "Grace of Monaco," starring Nicole Kidman as Princess Grace.
Below is a full rundown of what's new on Netflix in June 2015, provided by Netflix. As always, all titles and dates are subject to change. We've also go you covered...
- 5/21/2015
- by Sharon Knolle
- Moviefone
Rob Leane Mar 7, 2017
Margot Robbie's Marian movie brings our list of upcoming Robin Hood adaptations up to ten...
You don’t need us to remind you, but these days Hollywood and TV executives seem to have one target in mind – big franchises, hopefully with spin-offs and tie-ins galore across all possible forms of media.
See related Legion episode 2 review: Chapter Two Legion episode 1 review: Chapter One
An interesting consequence of all this is that the entertainment industry has begun looking beyond capes and cowls in their ‘what can we make a franchise out of?’ discussions. ‘What about other sorts of legendary characters?’ you can imagine them asking, before a big eureka moment… ‘What about Robin bloody Hood?!’
Almost simultaneously, it seems like every studio in Hollywood has latched to this idea of launching a Robin Hood franchise. TV production companies are getting in on it, too. It’s easy...
Margot Robbie's Marian movie brings our list of upcoming Robin Hood adaptations up to ten...
You don’t need us to remind you, but these days Hollywood and TV executives seem to have one target in mind – big franchises, hopefully with spin-offs and tie-ins galore across all possible forms of media.
See related Legion episode 2 review: Chapter Two Legion episode 1 review: Chapter One
An interesting consequence of all this is that the entertainment industry has begun looking beyond capes and cowls in their ‘what can we make a franchise out of?’ discussions. ‘What about other sorts of legendary characters?’ you can imagine them asking, before a big eureka moment… ‘What about Robin bloody Hood?!’
Almost simultaneously, it seems like every studio in Hollywood has latched to this idea of launching a Robin Hood franchise. TV production companies are getting in on it, too. It’s easy...
- 5/8/2015
- Den of Geek
Film, TV and games companies have big plans for legendary tights-wearer Robin Hood. Here’s our primer on all the new versions…
Note: we've taken images from old Robin Hood projects because these new films and things, um, don't exist yet. Maximum geek points to whoever can remember what they're all from.
You don’t need us to remind you, but these days Hollywood and TV executives seem to have one target in mind – big franchises, hopefully with spin-offs and tie-ins galore across all possible forms of media.
An interesting consequence of all this is that the entertainment industry has begun looking beyond capes and cowls in their ‘what can we make a franchise out of?’ discussions. ‘What about other sorts of legendary characters?’ you can imagine them asking, before a big eureka moment… ‘What about Robin bloody Hood?!’
Almost simultaneously, it seems like every studio in Hollywood has latched...
Note: we've taken images from old Robin Hood projects because these new films and things, um, don't exist yet. Maximum geek points to whoever can remember what they're all from.
You don’t need us to remind you, but these days Hollywood and TV executives seem to have one target in mind – big franchises, hopefully with spin-offs and tie-ins galore across all possible forms of media.
An interesting consequence of all this is that the entertainment industry has begun looking beyond capes and cowls in their ‘what can we make a franchise out of?’ discussions. ‘What about other sorts of legendary characters?’ you can imagine them asking, before a big eureka moment… ‘What about Robin bloody Hood?!’
Almost simultaneously, it seems like every studio in Hollywood has latched...
- 5/8/2015
- by rleane
- Den of Geek
News Louisa Mellor 29 Nov 2013 - 07:01
Here's what we know (or think we know) so far about next year's series of Doctor Who...
We're leap-frogging Christmas Special, The Time Of The Doctor, somewhat to round up what we know so far about the forthcoming new series of Doctor Who.
It's news to no-one who hasn't kept their head in a bucket of fish fingers and custard for the last six months that Peter Capaldi will be taking over from Matt Smith in The Time Of The Doctor. Filming with Capaldi in the Tardis, as far as we know, is still due to start in January 2014 with Jenna Coleman back as companion Clara, and return appearances from the Paternoster Gang of Madame Vastra, Jenny and Strax. Alex Kingston has also teased a potential return for River Song, announcing on a BBC America video "I look forward to sharing more of [River] with you in future,...
Here's what we know (or think we know) so far about next year's series of Doctor Who...
We're leap-frogging Christmas Special, The Time Of The Doctor, somewhat to round up what we know so far about the forthcoming new series of Doctor Who.
It's news to no-one who hasn't kept their head in a bucket of fish fingers and custard for the last six months that Peter Capaldi will be taking over from Matt Smith in The Time Of The Doctor. Filming with Capaldi in the Tardis, as far as we know, is still due to start in January 2014 with Jenna Coleman back as companion Clara, and return appearances from the Paternoster Gang of Madame Vastra, Jenny and Strax. Alex Kingston has also teased a potential return for River Song, announcing on a BBC America video "I look forward to sharing more of [River] with you in future,...
- 11/28/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
Doctor Who's Russell T. Davies and Phil Ford have a new series coming to the U.S. on the Hub Network called Wizards Vs. Aliens. It's set to debut this Saturday with a two-part episode at 7:00 and 7:30 p.m. Et. After that, new episodes will air at 7:30 p.m. Et on Saturdays.
The series "centers on a 16-year-old wizard (Scott Haran, Upstairs Downstairs) and his best friend (Percelle Ascott, Mandem on the Wall) who embark on a dark crusade to save the world against Nekross, an alien race determined to drain the world of magic. The show also stars Annette Badland (Doctor Who), Gwendoline Christie (Game of Thrones), Michael Higgs (EastEnders), Jefferson Hall (Vikings), and Tim Rose (Star Wars), among others."
Sounds like a really fun show that I can watch with the kids. The series has already been going strong in the U.K., where...
The series "centers on a 16-year-old wizard (Scott Haran, Upstairs Downstairs) and his best friend (Percelle Ascott, Mandem on the Wall) who embark on a dark crusade to save the world against Nekross, an alien race determined to drain the world of magic. The show also stars Annette Badland (Doctor Who), Gwendoline Christie (Game of Thrones), Michael Higgs (EastEnders), Jefferson Hall (Vikings), and Tim Rose (Star Wars), among others."
Sounds like a really fun show that I can watch with the kids. The series has already been going strong in the U.K., where...
- 5/31/2013
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
News
Fans of the Fullerverse can finally let out a sigh of relief. NBC has finally ordered a second season of Hannibal.
Do you think it would help if the Hannibal crew wore “5″ t-shirts like the Babylon 5 team did?
Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj both made it official, announcing that they would not be returning to American Idol as a judge.
Deadline reports that FX is developing a comedy starring Tracy Morgan. Death Pact has Morgan playing a slacker-turned-war-hero-slash-motivational-speaker who returns to his hometown and takes three down-on-their-luck friends.
Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan says that he’s working on a Breaking Bad spin-off focusing on scene-stealer Saul Goodman. “So we just have to figure out exactly what kind of story we’re telling. Is it a story about his creation of his own character? Because Saul Goodman, as he explains in his first episode, is not his real name,...
Fans of the Fullerverse can finally let out a sigh of relief. NBC has finally ordered a second season of Hannibal.
Do you think it would help if the Hannibal crew wore “5″ t-shirts like the Babylon 5 team did?
Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj both made it official, announcing that they would not be returning to American Idol as a judge.
Deadline reports that FX is developing a comedy starring Tracy Morgan. Death Pact has Morgan playing a slacker-turned-war-hero-slash-motivational-speaker who returns to his hometown and takes three down-on-their-luck friends.
Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan says that he’s working on a Breaking Bad spin-off focusing on scene-stealer Saul Goodman. “So we just have to figure out exactly what kind of story we’re telling. Is it a story about his creation of his own character? Because Saul Goodman, as he explains in his first episode, is not his real name,...
- 5/31/2013
- by Lyle Masaki
- The Backlot
News Louisa Mellor 30 Apr 2013 - 13:30
The BBC announces Caroline Skinner's successor as executive producer of Doctor Who: Brian Minchin...
Following Caroline Skinner's vacation of the Doctor Who executive producer spot earlier this year, the BBC has announced the role is to be filled by Brian Minchin, whose past work for the corporation includes Being Human, Torchwood, The Sarah Jane Adventures, Wizards Vs. Aliens, and Dirk Gently.
Minchin said on the new position, "I'm thrilled and excited to be joining Steven Moffat on a show that has meant so much to me over the years. I've watched in awe as Steven has taken Doctor Who to wild and imaginative places and I can't wait to get started on many more adventures with The Doctor.”
Steven Moffat looks forward to "getting hopelessly lost in space and time" with Minchin, recalling that "When I first took over Doctor Who,...
The BBC announces Caroline Skinner's successor as executive producer of Doctor Who: Brian Minchin...
Following Caroline Skinner's vacation of the Doctor Who executive producer spot earlier this year, the BBC has announced the role is to be filled by Brian Minchin, whose past work for the corporation includes Being Human, Torchwood, The Sarah Jane Adventures, Wizards Vs. Aliens, and Dirk Gently.
Minchin said on the new position, "I'm thrilled and excited to be joining Steven Moffat on a show that has meant so much to me over the years. I've watched in awe as Steven has taken Doctor Who to wild and imaginative places and I can't wait to get started on many more adventures with The Doctor.”
Steven Moffat looks forward to "getting hopelessly lost in space and time" with Minchin, recalling that "When I first took over Doctor Who,...
- 4/30/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
Feature Louisa Mellor 5 Apr 2013 - 09:30
Here’s what happened when we went to the swanky Game of Thrones season 3 UK premiere and chatted to a few of the cast members…
Spoiler-warning: The bit with Gwendoline Christie (Brienne of Tarth) contains brief, oblique reference to some of her season three scenes. Non-a Song of Ice and Fire readers may wish to skip it.
Even in absence, Dame Diana Rigg has the sovereign presence to make people sit up straight and behave themselves. At the mere mention of her name, Finn Jones, the young actor who plays her on-screen grandson Ser Loras Tyrell in Game of Thrones, segues from swagger to awe, following up his description of the Tyrell family in season three as “hot badass b*tches who are going to f**k s**t up” to an earnest list of “amazing”, “wonderful”, “classic legend”, and “such a privilege”. Good...
Here’s what happened when we went to the swanky Game of Thrones season 3 UK premiere and chatted to a few of the cast members…
Spoiler-warning: The bit with Gwendoline Christie (Brienne of Tarth) contains brief, oblique reference to some of her season three scenes. Non-a Song of Ice and Fire readers may wish to skip it.
Even in absence, Dame Diana Rigg has the sovereign presence to make people sit up straight and behave themselves. At the mere mention of her name, Finn Jones, the young actor who plays her on-screen grandson Ser Loras Tyrell in Game of Thrones, segues from swagger to awe, following up his description of the Tyrell family in season three as “hot badass b*tches who are going to f**k s**t up” to an earnest list of “amazing”, “wonderful”, “classic legend”, and “such a privilege”. Good...
- 4/5/2013
- by louisamellor
- Den of Geek
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