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Netflix releases The Crown Season 3 opener for free
November 13, 2019 | David FarnorThe Crown returns to Netflix for a third season this weekend, and when it does, people will be able to start watching it for free, even without a subscription.
Season 3 of the hit Netflix show sees a new guard … Read More
BBC orders more from The Mallorca Files
November 12, 2019 | David FarnorA second season of Balearic cop drama The Mallorca Files has been commissioned for BBC One Daytime and BBC iPlayer.
Set amongst the vibrant international community of the eponymous Spanish island, The Mallorca Files centres around Detective Miranda Blake (Elen … Read More
BBC iPlayer launches on Sky Q as part of new partnership
November 12, 2019 | David FarnorThe BBC iPlayer app and connected red-button service are now available on Sky Q, as part of a new partnership that will see the two broadcasters collaborate across content and technology.
Sky viewers have long been able to enjoy BBC … Read More
Trailer: The Knight Before Christmas rides on to Netflix this November
November 12, 2019 | David FarnorAll we want for Christmas this year is for Netflix’s new festive film to live up to its title: The Knight Before Christmas.
The romantic comedy sees a sorceress transport medieval knight Sir Cole (Josh Whitehouse) to present-day Ohio during … Read More
Apple TV+ looks to future with early series renewals
November 11, 2019 | David FarnorApple TV+ launched at the start of this month, launching a bid to take on Netflix and other subscription streamers with its own platform of original content. That late entry into the competitive VOD market has one key weakness compared … Read More
Zoe Saldana and Reese Witherspoon start From Scratch on Netflix
November 11, 2019 | David FarnorZoe Saldana and Reese Witherspoon are teaming up for From Scratch a new limited series for Netflix.
Starring and executive produced by the Star Trek and Guardians of the Galaxy star, the series is based on Tembi Locke’s best-selling memoir.
Trailer: Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings hits Netflix this November
November 11, 2019 | David FarnorEight Dolly songs. Eight Dolly stories. That’s the simple premise behind Netflix’s new anthology series, Heartstrings.
The Dolly Parton show, which spans eight episodes (and eight individual tracks), showcases the stories, memories, and inspirations behind her most beloved songs. It … Read More
What’s coming soon to NextUp in November 2019?
November 10, 2019 | David FarnorNextUp is the rapidly growing UK streaming service that champions the most exciting names in stand-up comedy, showcasing their work worldwide. The subscription platform, which regularly films specials across the UK, has become a go-to destination from up-and-coming stand-up comics, … Read More
The MUBI Weekly Digest | 9th November 2019
November 10, 2019 | David FarnorMUBI continues its eclectic range of director retrospectives this week, with highlights from the careers of Michael Haneke and Francois Ozon joined by a run of Luis Ospina work and a double-bill of Alan Resnais.
Want to see something on … Read More
What’s coming soon to All 4 in November 2019?
November 10, 2019 | David FarnorAll 4 is bundling up for the autumn and winter, with a stuffed selection of box sets and treats to keep you warm on the sofa this November. Channel 4’s catch-up service has stepped up its investment in box sets … Read More