New releases on MUBI UK this week (23rd January 2016)

Not getting your arthouse fix from Netflix? Wish there were more indie films on Amazon Prime Video? Every week, we round up the new releases on MUBI, the subscription VOD service that hand-picks new and old classics from around the … Read More

Lemmy documentary lands exclusively on BBC iPlayer

A documentary about Motörhead frontman Lemmy has been released exclusively on BBC iPlayer.

Lemmy: In His Own Words, which landed on the Beeb’s VOD service last night, presents a portrait of Ian Fraser Kilmister, who passed away at the end … Read More

Who is Chris Chibnall? 9 things to know about the new Doctor Who showrunner

Last night, Doctor Who fans were surprised by the unexpected news that Steven Moffat will step down as showrunner following the next season. His replacement? Chris Chibnall.

Moffat took over the reins of the TARDIS in 2010 and has since … Read More

BBC iPlayer unveils Valentine’s Day shorts for 2016

BBC iPlayer has unveiled its Valentine’s Day shorts for 2016.

The romance-themed short films, titled “Funny Valentines”, were first released last year, with movies featuring comedians including Bill Bailey, Romesh Ranganathan, Sara Pascoe and Limmy. The response was amorous, with … Read More

Netflix Sundance shopping spree continues with Iranian horror

Netflix’s Sundance shopping spree continues with another indie film in its basket: Iranian horror movie Under the Shadow.

The idea of a horror film entirely in Farsi might sound like an unexpected item in the VOD giant’s bagging area, but … Read More

Walter Presents shows surpass 1 million views

Walter Presents’ shows have racked up over 1 million views before the service is even one month old.

The VOD channel, which launched on Sunday 3rd January as part of Channel 4’s All 4 digital service, premiered a range of … Read More

Netflix builds indie line-up with five new films

Netflix continues to build its line-up of indie originals with the acquisition of five new films.

Netflix has already established itself as a friend to indie filmmakers, with a major deal announced last year with the Duplass brothers, not to … Read More

Sky Go gets a revamp

Sky has revamped its mobile streaming service Sky Go. The service, which launched in 2011, allows Sky customers to watch movies, TV shows and sport on the go, whether live or on demand. The app is available at no extra … Read More

YouTube steps up Sundance partnership to showcase new original shows

YouTube is stepping up its existing partnership with Sundance to showcase its new original shows at the film festival.

Sundance, which begins today and runs until 31st January, is no stranger to YouTube, which has previously helps panels and workshops … Read More

EastEnders and Doctor Foster win twice at 2016 NTAs

EastEnders and Doctor Foster both enjoyed double wins at the 2016 National Television Awards.

The BBC’s marital drama picked up by Best New Drama, with Suranne Jones also winning Best Drama Performance. The BBC’s success wasn’t over there, though, … Read More