Running a British TV site, there are certain questions we get that come up over and over again. Most of this article will be old news for the “advanced
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Fawlty Towers rare photos from the Radio Times Archive – Radio Times
In the 1970s, Radio Times photographer Don Smith went on set to record the making of the classic sitcom.
Source: Fawlty Towers rare photos from the Radio Times Archive – Radio Times
Downton Abbey movie sequel set to return for Christmas as filming starts this summer – Mirror Online
EXCLUSIVE: Insiders reveal filming will start as soon as Covid rules allow, with all the main cast believed to be on board
Source: Downton Abbey movie sequel set to return for Christmas as filming starts this summer – Mirror Online
10 stately homes for period drama fans to visit in the UK – British Period Dramas
If you’ve been binging on the likes of Bridgerton these past few months, then you probably have the desire to put on your best clothes and run through the corridors of an old stately home.
Source: 10 stately homes for period drama fans to visit in the UK – British Period Dramas
‘Truth Seekers’: Amazon Cancels Nick Frost & Simon Pegg Comedy – Deadline
“It’s a massive kick in the willy.” That’s how Nick Frost has described Amazon Prime Video’s decision to cancel his comedy Truth Seekers.
Source: ‘Truth Seekers’: Amazon Cancels Nick Frost & Simon Pegg Comedy – Deadline
Redwall Netflix Movie, TV Adaptations From Patrick McHale – /Film
Over the Garden Wall creator Patrick McHale is developing Redwall Netflix feature film and TV series adaptations of the beloved Brian Jacques books.
Source: Redwall Netflix Movie, TV Adaptations From Patrick McHale – /Film
‘The Gilded Age’: HBO Adds Four To Julian Fellowes’ Period Drama – Deadline
EXCLUSIVE: The Gilded Age cast continues to grow. Julian Fellowes’ HBO period drama has added four actors Sullivan Jones, Linda Emond, Michel Gill and Ward Horton – as recurring guest stars J…
Source: ‘The Gilded Age’: HBO Adds Four To Julian Fellowes’ Period Drama – Deadline
BBC/PBS Team On Unsolved Histories; Graham Norton Novel U.S. Release – Deadline
The BBC and PBS are co-producing a series in which Lucy Worsley will attempt to shed light on history’s biggest unsolved mysteries.
Source: BBC/PBS Team On Unsolved Histories; Graham Norton Novel U.S. Release – Deadline
David Olusoga’s BBC Series ‘A House Through Time’ By Coronavirus – Deadline
The BBC and Warner Bros-owned Twenty Twenty have postponed production on David Olusoga’s hit history series A House Through Time.
Source: David Olusoga’s BBC Series ‘A House Through Time’ By Coronavirus – Deadline
Darn. One of the best history shows in recent years!
The Nevers: HBO Releases Teaser for New Supernatural Drama Series – The British TV Place
As the 19th century draws to a close, London is beset by the “Touched” people, mostly women, who suddenly manifest abnormal abilities — some charming, some very disturbing. Among them are Amalia True (Laura Donnelly), a mysterious, quick-fisted widow, and Penance Adair (Ann Skelly), a brilliant young inventor. They are the champions of this new underclass, making a home for the Touched, while fighting the forces of — well, pretty much all the forces — to make room for those whom history as we know it has no place.
Source: The Nevers: HBO Releases Teaser for New Supernatural Drama Series – The British TV Place
This looks interesting!
Five British Panel Shows That Provide the Laughs We Need Now | Telly Visions
If you’re looking for stand-up comedy laughs with a British sensibility, we’ve got a list of comedy panel shows you might want to try!
Source: Five British Panel Shows That Provide the Laughs We Need Now | Telly Visions
The London Locations In Netflix’s Bridgerton | Londonist
Regency London as you’ve, erm, never seen it before.
Source: The London Locations In Netflix’s Bridgerton | Londonist
Magpie Murders: Lesley Manville, Peter Cattaneo Join BritBox/PBS Show – Deadline
Sony-backed Eleventh Hour Films has signed up The Crown star Lesley Manville to lead the cast of its PBS/BritBox series Magpie Murders.
Source: Magpie Murders: Lesley Manville, Peter Cattaneo Join BritBox/PBS Show – Deadline
For those not familiar with Horowitz – Foyle’s War was his creation.
This will be good!
‘Bridgerton’ Renewed By Netflix; Season 2 Subject Confirmed – Deadline
The “exciting news” about Bridgerton that Netflix teased on Tuesday became a reality this morning with the long-expected second-season renewal.
Source: ‘Bridgerton’ Renewed By Netflix; Season 2 Subject Confirmed – Deadline
It was pretty much a sure thing.
More Bridgerton coming.
‘Spamalot’ movie based on ‘Monty Python and the Holy Grail’ musical is happening – British Period Dramas
A big screen version of the hit Broadway musical Spamalot is going ahead. Based on 1975’s Monty Python and the Holy Grail movie, the musical comedy premiered on stage in 2004. Spamalot went on to
‘Outlander’ stars on Scottish road trip in ‘Men in Kilts’ – trailer and start date revealed! – British Period Dramas
Starz has announced when Men in Kilts: A Roadtrip with Sam and Graham begins airing. The upcoming documentary series sees Outlander actors Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish embark on a road trip together around Scotland.
This looks fantastic!
‘His Dark Materials’ Renewed For Season 3 At HBO & BBC – Deadline
His Dark Materials is officially coming back for a third and final season.
Source: ‘His Dark Materials’ Renewed For Season 3 At HBO & BBC – Deadline
Wonderful news!
Upcoming TV adaptations from books coming in 2021 – Radio Times
From The Pursuit of Love, to Sally Rooney’s Conversations with Friends,
read on for our top picks.
Source: Upcoming TV adaptations from books coming in 2021 – Radio Times
Masterpiece preview: PBS reveals amazing line-up of new British shows coming in 2021 – British Period Dramas
It’s the 50th anniversary of PBS drama strand Masterpiece next month!
Bringing award-winning British television to American viewers for five decades, Masterpiece is celebrating with an incredible anniversary schedule in 2021.
BBC Select: BBC Studios Launches Streamer In US, Canada – Deadline
BBC Studios has pulled the curtain back on its latest streamer, BBC Select, which will go live across the U.S. and Canada early next year.
Source: BBC Select: BBC Studios Launches Streamer In US, Canada – Deadline
First Diana, now Sir Mick: Crown creators to film drama on the rise of the Rolling Stones
It is due to be overseen by Nick Hornby, author of High Fidelity
Source: First Diana, now Sir Mick: Crown creators to film drama on the rise of the Rolling Stones
Netflix Unveils Projects With Sam Mendes, Rowan Atkinson, Andy Serkis – Variety
Netflix has added seven new series to its original content slate out of the U.K., working with the likes of former “Mr. Bean” star Rowan Atkinson, Sam Mendes and Andy Serkis, along with…
Source: Netflix Unveils Projects With Sam Mendes, Rowan Atkinson, Andy Serkis – Variety
British TV Christmas Specials on Acorn TV: 2020 Edition – I Heart British TV
One of the many wonderful things about British TV is the commitment to making great Christmas specials. Rather than just throwing in a Christmas tree in some
Source: British TV Christmas Specials on Acorn TV: 2020 Edition – I Heart British TV
‘The Tail of the Curious Mouse’ trailer: Dawn French plays Beatrix Potter in new 1920s drama – British Period Dramas
Sky has released a trailer for Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse. The new 90-minute TV movie
21 Great British Period Dramas Set in the Edwardian Era – I Heart British TV
Compared to Queen Victoria’s long 63-year-and-seven-month reign, the Edwardian era is the mere blink of an eye. The Edwardian Era lasted just nine years, from
Source: 21 Great British Period Dramas Set in the Edwardian Era – I Heart British TV
Cinderella: BBC Reunites Olivia Colman, Helena Bonham Carter – Deadline
The Crown stars Olivia Colman and Helena Bonham Carter are to star in a socially distanced pantomime staging of Cinderella for BBC Two.
Source: Cinderella: BBC Reunites Olivia Colman, Helena Bonham Carter – Deadline
Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole leaving Doctor Who with “emotional” send-off – Radio Times
The BBC has confirmed that two of Jodie Whittaker’s companions are leaving the series.
Source: Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole leaving Doctor Who with “emotional” send-off – Radio Times
‘All Creatures Great And Small’: Channel 5 Confirms Season 2 Renewal – Deadline
ViacomCBS broadcaster Channel 5 has confirmed that period veterinary drama All Creatures Great And Small will return for a second season.
Source: ‘All Creatures Great And Small’: Channel 5 Confirms Season 2 Renewal – Deadline
Fantastic news!
‘The Trial of Christine Keeler’ confirms US premiere date – watch the trailer! – British Period Dramas
US viewers will finally be able to watch The Trial of Christine Keeler next month.
‘Rebecca’ locations guide: Where was Netflix’s adaptation filmed? – British Period Dramas
Netflix has released a brilliant guide to the filming locations used in Rebecca. Based on Daphne du Maurier’s classic romantic Gothic thriller, the new movie premiered on Netflix last month.
Source: ‘Rebecca’ locations guide: Where was Netflix’s adaptation filmed? – British Period Dramas
Doctor Who star John Barrowman returns as Captain Jack Harkness – Radio Times
“If anyone can blast away the sheer rubbishness of 2020, it’s Captain Jack,” says showrunner Chris Chibnall.
Source: Doctor Who star John Barrowman returns as Captain Jack Harkness – Radio Times
First look at Dawn French in new drama about Beatrix Potter and Roald Dahl – British Period Dramas
We’ve got some brand new photos from Sky’s new TV movie about a young Roald
Source: First look at Dawn French in new drama about Beatrix Potter and Roald Dahl – British Period Dramas
Judi Dench, Ian McKellen Team For Event To Benefit Theater Workers – Deadline
Event will take place over Zoom on November 29 and will be hosted by Kenneth Branagh.
Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Maggie Smith and Derek Jacobi will take part in a live Q&A hosted by Kenneth Branagh over Zoom on November 29 to benefit the UK’s theater community.
The event is being put on to aid UK workers who have struggled during the pandemic. Tickets cost £45 and are limited. Proceeds are going to Acting for Others, of which Dench is president, which provides financial and emotional support for professionals in the theater biz.
Source: Judi Dench, Ian McKellen Team For Event To Benefit Theater Workers – Deadline
The Vicar of Dibley to return in lockdown-inspired Christmas specials – BBC News
Dawn French will reprise her role as vicar Geraldine Grainger for three special lockdown shows.
Source: The Vicar of Dibley to return in lockdown-inspired Christmas specials – BBC News
Five Things You Can’t Do On British Television – YouTube
15 Great British Period Dramas Set in the 1950s – I Heart British TV
The 1950s see post-war economic growth. Queen Elizabeth II is coronated in 1953 – it’s broadcast live across the kingdom, making home television sets
Source: 15 Great British Period Dramas Set in the 1950s – I Heart British TV
Great list!
Doctor Who original Blink script | Steven Moffat releases first draft – Radio Times
Sally Sparrow’s fate could have been quite different.
Source: Doctor Who original Blink script | Steven Moffat releases first draft – Radio Times
Alicia Von Rittberg To Star As Young Elizabeth I In ‘Becoming Elizabeth’ Starz Series – Deadline
German actress Alicia von Rittberg has landed the title role in Becoming Elizabeth, Starz’s eight-episode drama series chronicling the early years of Queen Elizabeth I.Created by playwright Anya Reiss, Becoming Elizabeth centers on young Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown.
Source: Alicia Von Rittberg To Star As Young Elizabeth I In ‘Becoming Elizabeth’ Starz Series – Deadline
BBC drops new trailer and featurette for the upcoming His Dark Materials S2 | Ars Technica
“There are two forces lining up to battle… We need to find the subtle knife.”
Source: BBC drops new trailer and featurette for the upcoming His Dark Materials S2 | Ars Technica
PBS confirms US start date for the new ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ – British Period Dramas
It’s been revealed when the new version of All Creatures Great and Small begins in
Source: PBS confirms US start date for the new ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ – British Period Dramas
48 Lovely British TV Shows Set by the Sea – I Heart British TV
The UK may be small, but it has nearly 20,000 miles of coastline (though exact totals vary based on how you measure it). Given the small, dense nature of the
Source: 48 Lovely British TV Shows Set by the Sea – I Heart British TV
Great list!
The New ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ Has an Official Premiere Date – January 10th, 2021
The new remake of “All Creatures Great and Small” has an official premiere date! The series, which looks every bit as warm and heartwarming as we all probably need right now, will officially debut on PBS’s Masterpiece, beginning Sunday, January 10, 2021.
Source: The New ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ Has an Official Premiere Date | Telly Visions
Folks, it’s really, really good!
Alan Partridge statue appears in Norwich – BBC News
The 11ft brass statue of the fictional broadcaster was created by two super fans and exclaims “Aha!”
Call the Midwife | Doctor Who’s Peter Davison cast in Christmas special – Radio Times
The actor will play circus ringmaster Mr Percival in the episode.
Source: Call the Midwife | Doctor Who’s Peter Davison cast in Christmas special – Radio Times
David Attenborough A Life on Our Planet Trailer – /Film
The David Attenborough A Life on Our Planet Trailer takes a look at the famed Eglish broadcaster and natural historian.
Source: David Attenborough A Life on Our Planet Trailer – /Film
David Tennant Around the World in 80 Days first look – Radio Times
The Des and Doctor Who star’s next challenge? Playing fictional adventurer Phileas Fogg.
Source: David Tennant Around the World in 80 Days first look – Radio Times
Hulu Buys Michael Sheen & David Tennant Lockdown Comedy ‘Staged’ – Deadline
Series lands U.S. streaming after successful UK run.
Source: Hulu Buys Michael Sheen & David Tennant Lockdown Comedy ‘Staged’ – Deadline
A Massive Game Of Thrones Studio Tour Will Open In Northern Ireland – Secret London
Whether you’re a fire-breathing dragon queen, or simply drink and know things, you’re going to love the Game of Thrones studio tour, opening soon.
Source: A Massive Game Of Thrones Studio Tour Will Open In Northern Ireland – Secret London
70+ Delightful British Travel Shows on Amazon Prime Video – I Heart British TV
Whether you’re a long-time travel show fan or just someone looking for a travel substitute while the world remains in lockdown, Amazon’s Prime Video service has tons of videos to help with your unfulfilled travel urges. Of course, this being a British TV site, we’re focused on those with a British connection – either a British presenter or something filmed in the British Isles (for the purposes of this post, we’re including Ireland).
Source: 70+ Delightful British Travel Shows on Amazon Prime Video – I Heart British TV
This is a fantastic list!
20+ Cozy British Mystery Shows for British TV Fans Who Like Their Mysteries Mild – I Heart British TV
While most recent mystery shows seem to be of the dark and gritty variety, there are plenty of British TV fans who prefer a good cozy mystery. In case you’ve
