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‘High-stakes’ thriller Prisoner is your next crime drama binge

‘High-stakes’ thriller Prisoner is your next crime drama binge

Published by Daniella Wilson

Sky’s new action-thriller, Prisoner, is coming to our screens this month – and it looks like a must-watch for crime drama fans.  The six-part series, penned by acclaimed writer Matt Charman (Hostage, Bridge of Spies) and directed by BAFTA-winner Otto Bathurst (Peaky Blinders), follows a principled young prison officer who is tasked with escorting a dangerous prisoner to court to testify against his elite crime syndicate.  © Sky UK / Robert ViglaskySky’s new thriller Prisoner comes to screens on 30 April If you enjoy high-stakes, action-packed thrillers, then it’s worth marking your calendar for 30 April, when all episodes of Prisoner will be available to watch on Sky Atlantic and NOW. But first, watch the trailer and find out more about the series here… What is Prisoner about?  The series follows Amber (Izuka Hoyle), a principled young prison transport officer tasked with taking Tibor (Tahar Rahim), a trained killer and high-value inmate, to court to testify against his elite crime syndicate. The synopsis continues: “When their convoy is brutally ambushed, she’s forced to put her …

‘Anxiety-inducing’ 6-part thriller Watching You is Disney+’s biggest hidden gem

‘Anxiety-inducing’ 6-part thriller Watching You is Disney+’s biggest hidden gem

Published by Daniella Wilson

There’s nothing like settling in for a tense thriller, and Disney+ recently added Watching You, a six-part series that had viewers completely hooked. If you missed it following its February release, the show follows Lina (Aisha Dee) as she has a passionate one-night affair in a rental property. However, Lina soon discovers that her tryst was secretly recorded by a hidden camera, and someone is threatening to release the footage and shatter her life. The six-part series, which is based on the book The Last Guests by J. P. Pomare, was originally released in Australia back in 2025 before Disney+ and Hulu acquired the rights to broadcast the show. The synopsis for Watching You reads: “Lina is happily engaged, but a chance encounter with a stranger culminates in a one-night stand. When the affair is secretly filmed and used to blackmail her, she hunts the voyeur, only to discover the danger is far closer than she could imagine.” Who stars in Watching You? The erotic thriller stars Aisha Dee (Apple Cider Vinegar) as Lina, while …

Viewers binge-watch season 2 of ‘brilliant’ crime drama Bergerac

Viewers binge-watch season 2 of ‘brilliant’ crime drama Bergerac

Published by Daniella Wilson

The hit detective drama Bergerac returned to TV screens on Thursday night with its anticipated second season, and viewers have wasted no time getting stuck into the new six episodes.  The Jersey-set series, a reboot of the BBC’s 1980s series led by John Nettles, stars Damien Molony as the iconic detective Jim Bergerac, who navigates life as a widower and recovering alcoholic while solving complex cases on the island.  © UKTVDamien Molony stars as Jim Bergerac Writer Toby Whithouse’s reimagining of the original series was a huge hit with audiences upon its release in 2025 and was the highest-rated series on the TV and streaming channel U&Drama last year.  Before you dive into the new episodes, find out what viewers are saying about the show and what leading man Damien told HELLO! about season two.  What are viewers saying about Bergerac? Viewers have hailed the new series as “brilliant,” with many binge-watching all six episodes in one go.  Taking to social media, one person penned: “That’s the new series of #bergerac binge watched. What a cast. I …

‘Incredible’ period drama The Hardacres to return – see season 2 first look

‘Incredible’ period drama The Hardacres to return – see season 2 first look

Published by Daniella Wilson

Channel 5 has unveiled a first look at the second season of its hit period drama, The Hardacres, which returns to TV screens this spring.  The rags-to-riches story, inspired by the bestselling novels by CL Skelton, follows the working-class Hardacre family as they rise from poverty to immense wealth in 1890s Yorkshire.  © Playground Television/5/Jonathan HessionThe Hardacres returns to 5 this spring New images reveal that change is on the horizon for the family as they head into 1895. Meanwhile, a set of new faces join the cast.  The series, created by Call the Midwife writers Amy Roberts and Loren McLaughlan and produced by the company behind All Creatures Great and Small, was a huge hit upon its 2024 release and has been hailed by viewers as an “incredible” and “must-watch” drama.  WATCH: Have you caught up with season one? Keep reading to find out all we know about season two… Who stars in season 2?  Fans can expect to see Claire Cooper (The Continental, The Peripheral) and Liam McMahon (Hunger, Warrior Nun) reprise their roles …

The Apprentice star Karren Brady looks unbelievable at 57 after ‘tough’ 12 weeks

The Apprentice star Karren Brady looks unbelievable at 57 after ‘tough’ 12 weeks

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It’s been a busy few months for The Apprentice star Karren Brady, who showed off an incredible all-blue look ahead of the BBC final on Thursday.  Karren, who has been Lord Sugar’s trusted advisor on the show since 2010, took to Instagram to share a couple of snaps of her co-ordinating look, which featured an amazing cerulean blue tank top and trousers. The 57-year-old businesswoman completed the look with a silver Chanel belt and a pair of glossy brown heels and styled her chocolate brown hair in long, loose curls.  © Instagram/@karren_brady_officialKarren sported an all-blue tank top and trousers Karren’s all-blue look  Captioning the photos, Karren penned: “Final showdown. After 12 weeks of tough tasks and boardroom battles, it all comes down to this. Two candidates. One life-changing investment.” She continued: “Tomorrow night, the ultimate pitch begins – familiar faces return to help sharpen ideas and support the finalists as they prepare to launch their businesses in front of a room full of industry experts. “Let’s find out who’s got what it takes to win …

Real reason Skins and Game of Thrones star Hannah Murray disappeared from the spotlight

Real reason Skins and Game of Thrones star Hannah Murray disappeared from the spotlight

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Actress Hannah Murray became beloved for her portrayals of Cassie in Skins and Gilly in Game Of Thrones, but while she was once one of Britain’s brightest rising stars, her list of acting credits noticeably slowed after 2020. Having brought a number of fan-favourite characters to life on screen, Hannah largely stepped out of the spotlight, leaving many viewers wondering what happened to the actress. Now, in her new “shockingly honest” memoir, the 36-year-old has revealed the real reason behind her absence – and the struggles she has faced since we last saw her. © WireImageHannah played Cassie in Skins Why did Hannah Murray disappear from the spotlight? In her new memoir, The Make-Believe, Hannah explains that while navigating the pressures of Hollywood, she became involved in a cult-like organisation that promised magic, secret knowledge and increasingly complex rituals. After embarking on a week-long course that isolated her from her loved ones, her mental health deteriorated and she was later detained in hospital. WATCH: Kaya Scodelario reveals impact Skins had on mental health As the …

‘Taylor Sheridan’s ‘outstanding’ Western drama The Madison confirms return

‘Taylor Sheridan’s ‘outstanding’ Western drama The Madison confirms return

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Taylor Sheridan’s hit neo-Western drama, The Madison, has scored an early season three renewal. The Paramount + show, which premiered in March this year to a whopping eight million global views in its first ten days, stars Oscar nominee Michelle Pfeiffer and Golden Globe nominee Kurt Russell. Production on season two has wrapped, with the release date set to be announced at a later date.  © Paramount+Michelle Pfeiffer as Stacy Clyburn in The Madison The series, hailed as “outstanding” by viewers, focuses on the Clyburn family, led by matriarch Stacy (Pfeiffer), as they relocate from New York City to the Madison River valley of central Montana following a devastating plane crash that kills her husband, Preston (Russell).  With Yellowstone creator Taylor’s signature sweeping, dramatic landscapes and compelling storytelling, this gripping, emotionally intense drama is a must-watch for Western fans. WATCH: Have you seen The Madison? Keep reading to find out more. Who stars in The Madison? Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell, who will reprise their roles in season three, lead the cast. The series also …

David Haye’s ‘dehumanising’ comments leave I’m a Celebrity viewers outraged – as truth about ‘throuple’ is revealed

David Haye’s ‘dehumanising’ comments leave I’m a Celebrity viewers outraged – as truth about ‘throuple’ is revealed

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I’m a Celebrity… South Africa viewers were left outraged after David Haye’s comments in an episode that aired on Monday night.  During a group conversation with his fellow campmates, David praised his girlfriend, Sian Osbourne, for being a good cook, before claiming: “She’s got a personality of a proper ugly bird.” What did David Haye say? As the conversation continued, fellow campmate Scarlett Moffatt quickly challenged him, saying: “You can’t say that, David.” However, he went on to make further comments, including: “Most ugly girls realise they’re not pretty enough… they’ve got to have a personality to banter and tell jokes to overlook that they’re not aesthetically amazing straight away. David’s comments left his fellow campmates stunned “Most ugly girls realise they’ve got to have a personality, it’s called Ugly Duckling syndrome, when girls are ugly when they start off, they get pretty as they get older, but they’ve still got the personality of when they’re ugly. “You get a girl who was pretty from day one, everyone tells her she’s amazing, so she grows …

Tom Hardy’s ‘outstanding’ crime drama Legend is now streaming for free on the BBC

Tom Hardy’s ‘outstanding’ crime drama Legend is now streaming for free on the BBC

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Calling all Tom Hardy fans! The BBC has added Legend to its roster of movies, and it’s definitely worth a spot on your watchlist if you love gangster or crime dramas.  Originally airing in 2015, the London-set movie explores the true story of the Kray twins, who operated in organised crime throughout the late 1950s until their arrest in the late 1960s.  Directed by Brian Helgeland (A Knight’s Tale, L.A. Confidential), the drama sees Tom take on a dual role as both Reggie and Ronnie Kray, alongside Emily Browning, David Thewlis, Christopher Eccleston and Taron Egerton.  If you’re a huge fan of Tom Hardy and have yet to see Legend, now is the time. Not only did Tom’s leading performance earn him a British Independent Film Award for Best Actor, but it is also considered one of his most impressive roles to date.  Intrigued? Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about Legend, which is available to watch on BBC iPlayer for the next 28 days.  What is Legend about? Adapted from …

Viewers binge-watch ‘brilliant’ new drama The Miniature Wife in one sitting

Viewers binge-watch ‘brilliant’ new drama The Miniature Wife in one sitting

Published by Daniella Wilson

Viewers are binge-watching the new ten-part dramedy, The Miniature Wife, which arrived on Sky in the UK and on Peacock in the US last week.  Starring Emmy-nominated actress Elizabeth Banks (Pitch Perfect, The Hunger Games) and BAFTA-winning Matthew Macfadyen (Succession), the series explores the power (im)balances between a married couple after the wife is unexpectedly shrunk in a technological accident, inducing the ultimate relationship crisis.  © PeacockElizabeth Banks as Lindy and Matthew Macfadyen as Les in The Miniature Wife Not only is the show led by award-winning actors Elizabeth and Matthew, but it’s created by Jennifer Ames and Steve Turner, whose credits include the Emmy winning crime drama Boardwalk Empire and the acclaimed legal drama, Goliath. Plus, Media Res Studio, which is behind TV hits such as The Morning Show and Pachinko, produces the series.  Keep reading to find out more… Recommended videoYou may also likeWATCH: Matthew Macfadyen is known for his role in Succession, have you seen it? What is The Miniature Wife about? Based on author Manuel Gonzales’ short story, the series follows genius scientist …