The BBC has released a trailer for its upcoming adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Esio Trot, which is set to air as part of the channel’s Christmas programming and features a cast that includes Judi Dench (Skyfall), Dustin Hoffman (Chef) and James Corden (Into the Woods). Check it out here after the official synopsis… Mr Hoppy, […]
Dexter’s C.S. Lee joins True Detective season 2
Dexter alumni C.S. Lee has signed on for a recurring role in the second season of HBO’s acclaimed drama series True Detective, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed. Lee – who is known for his role as Vince Masuka on Dexter – is set to play Richard Geldolf – “a state attorney general with grand political […]
The Week in Spandex – Suicide Squad, Doctor Strange, Deadpool, Ant-Man, Batman v Superman, Avengers: Age of Ultron, The Fantastic Four and more
Our weekly round-up of the latest news and talking points from the world of screen superheroes, including Suicide Squad, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Wonder Woman, Justice League Dark, The Flash, Arrow, Supergirl, Constantine, Justice League: Throne of Atlantis, Batman Versus Robin, Doctor Strange, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Avengers: Infinity War, Ant-Man, Captain America: […]
Writers Guild of America announces TV nominations for WGA Awards, Fargo “snub” explained by FX
With Awards season heating up, the Writers Guild of America has announced its TV nominations for the WGA Awards, which are set to take place in February. Check out the full list of nominees below… Drama Series: Game of Thrones, Written by David Benioff, Bryan Cogman, George R.R. Martin, D.B. Weiss (HBO) The Good Wife, Written […]
Ricky Gervais’ Derek to air special Christmas series finale
Ricky Gervais’ beloved show Derek will air its series finale on Channel 4 later this month. Like the bulk of his television programs, the show lasted two seasons and will end with a special, one-off Christmas episode. “I’m sorry to end it but I know that leaving something you love and starting something else is […]
American Horror Story: Freak Show – Episode 8 Review
Alice Rush reviews the eighth episode of American Horror Story: Freak Show… After a week break Freak Show is back and seems to be making up for lost time by cranking the violence dial up a few notches. We last saw Del killing Ma Petite and this week sees that she’s not the only character […]
UPDATE: Krysten Ritter confirmed to play Jessica Jones in Marvel’s Netflix series
Coinciding with the news that Benedict Cumberbatch will play Doctor Strange, Krysten Ritter (Breaking Bad) has reportedly nabbed the role of Jessica Jones in Marvel’s upcoming Netflix series of the same name according to Deadline. Ritter was said to be under consideration for the role alongside other actresses including Alexandra Daddario and Teresa Palmer. Apparently […]
Check out The Simpsons’ Frozen couch gag
It was only a matter of time before The Simpsons – the biggest animated TV show of all time – parodied Frozen – the biggest animated movie of all time. The Simpsons Christmas Special “I Won’t Be Home For Christmas’ will air on December 7th on FOX and features Lisa as Queen Elsa and Homer […]
Cliff Curtis joins The Walking Dead companion series
The Walking Dead companion series is beginning to hot up. The other day we got our first confirmed casting announcement and now we have another name joining the fray, veteran New Zealand actor Cliff Curtis. Curtis is best known for his roles in Live Free Die Hard, Sunshine and Training Day but has also down […]
Constantine Season 1 Episode 6 Review – ‘Rage of Caliban’
Martin Carr reviews the sixth episode of Constantine… Let me start by being contentious. I have read other opinions on this episode. They may or may not influence me, but since I believe most have missed the point it remains unlikely. Forums and websites who afford the expert and ignoramus equal opportunity to air their […]