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The Punisher gets release date of 17th November
October 19, 2017 | David FarnorThe Punisher’s official release date has been confirmed as Friday 17th November.
After much speculation – and a delay in the wake of the tragic shooting in Las Vegas – Netflix has announced that the Hell’s Kitchen spin-off series will … Read More
Doctor Foster dominates September iPlayer streaming
October 18, 2017 | David FarnorSeason 2 of Doctor Foster had an average of 8.9 million viewers, with a 35 per cent share, consolidated figures reveal. This is higher than series one which had a consolidated average of 8.2 million, with a 31 percent share.
ITV renews Liar for Season 2
October 18, 2017 | David FarnorITV’s Liar will return for Season 2.
The channel’s highest rated new drama of the year will see both Joanna Froggatt and Ioaon Gruffudd reprise their roles for a second season, the broadcaster announced this week, after the Season 1 … Read More
Revealed: The most binged shows on Netflix UK within 24 hours
October 18, 2017 | David FarnorFirst came box sets, then came binge-watchers and now come binge-racers, people who watch an entire season with 24 hours of a show’s release. That’s the term Netflix has come up with for the most eager viewers.
Accomplishing in … Read More
Roy Price resigns from Amazon Studios
October 18, 2017 | David FarnorRoy Price has resigned from Amazon Studios, following allegations of sexual harassment made last week.
The accusations, which were made public on Thursday, were by The Man in the High Castle producer Isa Hackett. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, she … Read More
Riz Ahmed teaming up with Netflix for Hamlet
October 17, 2017 | David FarnorRiz Ahmed is reportedly in talks with Netflix to produce a new version of Hamlet.
Shakespeare’s classic is one of the most well-known plays of all time, with its lead role an iconic part for many actors, both on stage … Read More
byNWR: Nicolas Winding Refn launches his own retro streaming service
October 17, 2017 | David FarnorNicolas Winding Refn is launching his own streaming service, with a focus on restoring and reviving gems from cinema history.
byNWR.com will see The Drive and Neon Demon director use quarterly themes to share his passion for the rare, forgotten … Read More
5.3m join Netflix as momentum shows no sign of slowing
October 17, 2017 | David Farnor5.3 million people signed up to Netflix in the third quarter of 2017, as the streaming giant’s momentum shows no sign of stopping.
The figure marks a record number of additions in any Q3 since the service’s launch, rising 49 … Read More
Trailer: Jack Whitehall comedy special to premiere on Netflix next week
October 17, 2017 | David FarnorJack Whitehall: At Large will debut on Netflix on Tuesday 24th October, and a new trailer gives us a taste of what the comedian has in store.
The writer and actor returns to the stage for his biggest-ever UK arena … Read More
Netflix’s Kingdom of Us crowned Best Documentary at London Film Festival
October 15, 2017 | David FarnorNetflix’s Kingdom of Us has been awarded the Best Documentary prize at the 2017 London Film Festival.
The movie, which is directed by Lucy Cohen, explores how a family deals with memories of a traumatic event. For over three years, … Read More