The UK is mourning the death of esteemed actress Dame Patricia Routledge (1929 – 2025), at the age of 96. A remarkable talent of stage and screen, she was beloved for her iconic portrayal of the relentlessly aspirational social climber Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced ‘Bouquet’) in the acclaimed BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances from 1990 to 1995.
BBC confirms two more seasons of Peaky Blinders
Great news for fans of the beloved crime series Peaky Blinders! The BBC and Netflix have confirmed that the series will continue for a further two seasons after the release after the upcoming Peaky Blinders film.
‘House of Guinness’ arrives on Netflix this week
Brace yourselves for another incredible series from the mind of Steven Knight, the acclaimed writer behind multiple hit series, such as Peaky Blinders and SAS Rogue Heroes. His latest Netflix series takes a deep dive into the dramatic lives of one of Europe’s most enduring dynasties – Guinness family, the Irish family behind the world famous stout.
All Creatures Great And Small Series 6 coming to Channel 5 next week
There’s good news in store for fans of the new All Creatures Great and Small series!
Based on author James Herriot’s much-loved collection of stories, Channel 5’s smash hit reboot launched in 2020 and has met with a warm reception from critics and viewers alike.
Watch the new trailer for ‘The Forsytes’
PBS has shared the new trailer to its upcoming mini-series ‘The Forsytes’, the period drama which is due for release in 2026. The series will see an earlier UK release date in late 2025, where it has been acquired by 5 (formerly Channel 5).
‘The Thursday Murder Club’ debuts on Netflix tomorrow
The Thursday Murder Club, the film adaptation of TV presenter Richard Osman’s bestselling debut murder mystery novel is about to make its streaming debut on Netflix. The film adaptation, written for the screen by Katy Brand, is directed by ‘Home Alone’ director Chris Columbus.
King & Conqueror premieres on BBC1 and BBC iPlayer
The highly anticipated historical epic King and Conqueror premieres on BBC One tonight and on the BBC iPlayer today. Starring James Norton and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, the eight-part drama tells the story of the rivalry between Harold Godwinson and William, Duke of Normandy in the period before the Battle of Hastings.
Watch the preview trailer to the new James Norton series ‘King & Conqueror’
The trailer and a new picture have been released for King & Conqueror, a new eight-part historical drama coming to BBC iPlayer and BBC One this August.
The teasers shows Harold, Earl of Wessex (James Norton) and William, Duke of Normandy (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) as they battle for the throne.
The Count of Monte Cristo arrives tonight on U&Drama
The latest adaptation of The Count of Monte Cristo, starring Sam Claflin as Edmond Dantes is having its UK premiere today, Saturday 2 August, at 9pm on U&Drama.
‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North’ starts on BBC tonight
The powerful Australian drama The Narrow Road to the Deep North is arrives on BBC today.
Based on the Booker Prize-winning novel by Richard Flanagan and directed by Justin Kurzel, the five-part series charts the life of war veteran and gifted surgeon, Dorrigo Evans.