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‘Steeltown Murders’ preview: Philip Glenister stars in ’70s true crime drama

12th April 202311th April 2023

The BBC has unveiled the first images from Steeltown Murders.

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John Simm updates ‘Life on Mars’ fans on revival series ‘Lazarus’

17th March 202317th March 2023

It looks like plans to bring back Life on Mars for a “final chapter” are still moving ahead…

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New ITV thriller ‘After the Flood’ adds ‘Gentleman Jack’ and ‘Life on Mars’ stars

18th February 2023

A great cast has been announced for ITV’s latest thriller series!

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26 great British period drama box sets to watch on BBC iPlayer this spring

11th April 202213th December 2022

There’s currently a wonderful selection of British period drama series on BBC iPlayer.

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‘Unforgotten’ returns: Start date and trailer revealed for Season 4

16th February 202116th February 2021

The new season of Unforgotten premieres soon and we’ve got a look at the first trailer.

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Everything we know about ‘Life on Mars’ returning for a new season

12th October 202017th March 2023

Earlier this year it was revealed that Life on Mars could be making a comeback!

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Brilliant cast confirmed for ‘Downton’ writer’s new ITV period drama ‘Belgravia’

14th October 201912th October 2019

ITV’s upcoming adaptation of Belgravia has assembled a wonderful cast of British acting talent.

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Top 20 greatest British crime drama series of all time revealed

31st August 20183rd September 2018

The greatest British crime drama of all time has been revealed in a new poll.

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Latest news

Grantchester Season 10 preview

Grantchester Season 10 preview

2nd June 20252nd June 2025
Focus Features shares teaser trailer to Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

Focus Features shares teaser trailer to Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

2nd June 2025
Call the Midwife: new spin-off series and feature film announced

Call the Midwife: new spin-off series and feature film announced

8th May 20252nd June 2025
Outrageous: Preview photos and release date

Outrageous: Preview photos and release date

23rd April 202523rd April 2025
Channel 4 shares photos of 1970s Northern Ireland drama ‘Trespasses’

Channel 4 shares photos of 1970s Northern Ireland drama ‘Trespasses’

26th March 20252nd June 2025
US television premiere of ‘Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light’ tonight

US television premiere of ‘Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light’ tonight

23rd March 202523rd March 2025
Keira Knightley and Gugu Mbatha-Raw comedy ‘Misbehaviour’ now available on Britbox

Keira Knightley and Gugu Mbatha-Raw comedy ‘Misbehaviour’ now available on Britbox

7th March 202514th March 2025
BBC has shared the trailer and release date for Ten Pound Pom S2

BBC has shared the trailer and release date for Ten Pound Pom S2

2nd March 2025
‘Towards Zero’ trailer: BBC’s new Agatha Christie mystery confirms air date

‘Towards Zero’ trailer: BBC’s new Agatha Christie mystery confirms air date

25th February 2025
‘Miss Scarlet’ renewed for a sixth season

‘Miss Scarlet’ renewed for a sixth season

20th February 202520th February 2025

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Gift ideas for the period drama lover in your life

Gift ideas for the period drama lover in your life

17th December 202417th December 2024
Five period drama films set in Ireland

Five period drama films set in Ireland

16th March 20244th May 2024
31 brand new British period drama mini-series coming in 2024

31 brand new British period drama mini-series coming in 2024

9th February 20249th February 2024
25 hit British period drama TV series returning in 2024 with new seasons

25 hit British period drama TV series returning in 2024 with new seasons

6th February 20246th February 2024
30 new British period drama movies to watch in 2024

30 new British period drama movies to watch in 2024

6th February 20246th February 2024
10 of the BBC’s best Victorian period drama series based on classic novels

10 of the BBC’s best Victorian period drama series based on classic novels

16th January 202416th January 2024
19 returning British period drama TV series back in 2023

19 returning British period drama TV series back in 2023

31st December 202310th January 2024
12 new British period drama movies to see in 2023

12 new British period drama movies to see in 2023

31st December 20235th January 2024
23 brand new British period drama TV series to watch in 2023

23 brand new British period drama TV series to watch in 2023

31st December 20235th January 2024
13 spooky British TV period dramas to watch this Halloween

13 spooky British TV period dramas to watch this Halloween

3rd October 202325th October 2024
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