NOW TV
Reviews and recommendations of the best TV shows and movies on Sky and NOW TV – and what to avoid.
First look UK TV review: The Plot Against America
July 14, 2020 | Ivan Radford
HBO’s adaptation of Philip Roth novel is a chilling dissection of how fascism can take hold of a civilisation.Read More
VOD film review: Bad Education (2019)
July 12, 2020 | Matthew Turner
Hugh Jackman delivers a career-best performance in this school embezzlement drama from the director of Thoroughbreds.Read More
Why you should tune into The Newsroom
July 7, 2020 | Ivan Radford
Aaron Sorkin’s portrait of TV news is an overly earnest, well acted and compelling piece of escapism.Read More
UK TV review: Hillary
July 2, 2020 | Ivan Radford
This polite portrait of the former First Lady is by turns frustrating and inspiring.Read More
VOD film review: On the Record
June 30, 2020 | Bianca Garner
This eye-opening documentary about sexual abuse within the music industry is shocking but essential viewing.Read More
UK TV review: Betty (HBO)
June 9, 2020 | Ivan Radford
Crystal Moselle’s freewheeling follow-up to Skate Kitchen is a beautifully uplifting ride.Read More
VOD film review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
June 7, 2020 | Ivan Radford
Despite strong performances and vivid visuals, this uneven sequel fails to enchant.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: There’s Something Wrong with Aunt Diane
May 19, 2020 | Helen Archer
Liz Garbus’ nuanced investigation of a supermom’s mysterious death is a harrowing study of the lies we tell ourselves and each other.Read More
Alita: Battle Angel review: Fun but forgettable sci-fi
May 16, 2020 | Ivan Radford
An entertaining cast and impressive visuals elevate this dated sci-fi actioner.Read More
Brassic Season 2 review: Bigger, bolder, sillier
May 14, 2020 | Luke Channell
Brassic’s absurdly entertaining second season is bigger, bolder, sillier – and still refreshingly authentic.Read More
