Over the years, the United Kingdom has produced some of the best, most iconic, and most memorable sci-fi TV shows ever made. The country shows no signs of letting up on its creative output in this regard, either, with Netflix's superhero show Supacell proving to be very popular. There's a specific charm associated with British-made sci-fi shows; they are invariably camp, quirky, and funny, while often challenging viewers to ponder some of life's bigger questions.
Another great aspect of these properties is frequently pushing the boundaries of previously accepted notions of the genre. Whether they're larger-scale productions, or lower-budget series, they all have one thing in common: leaving a lasting mark on audiences around the world. There's a distinct difference in budget between American-made productions and some of the best sci-fi shows from the UK. The X-Files, for example, has a more polished production design than some British series,...
Another great aspect of these properties is frequently pushing the boundaries of previously accepted notions of the genre. Whether they're larger-scale productions, or lower-budget series, they all have one thing in common: leaving a lasting mark on audiences around the world. There's a distinct difference in budget between American-made productions and some of the best sci-fi shows from the UK. The X-Files, for example, has a more polished production design than some British series,...
- 11/21/2024
- by Adam Walton
- ScreenRant
June Whitfield and Jan Harvey are to make guest appearances in 'EastEnders'. The 'Absolutely Fabulous' actress will make a surprise appearance in the BBC One soap for one episode only alongside Jessie Wallace, who plays Kat Moon, in an upcoming storyline which takes Kat back to her past, with the scenes set to air in May 2015. June said: ''I have watched 'EastEnders' for years, and have been so impressed by the standard of acting. It was an absolute delight to work with Jessie Wallace and I am very excited to be part of the show.'' Meanwhile, Jan - who is best known...
- 3/5/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
June Whitfield and Jan Harvey are to make guest appearances in 'EastEnders'. The 'Absolutely Fabulous' actress will make a surprise appearance in the BBC One soap for one episode only alongside Jessie Wallace, who plays Kat Moon, in an upcoming storyline which takes Kat back to her past, with the scenes set to air in May 2015. June said: ''I have watched 'EastEnders' for years, and have been so impressed by the standard of acting. It was an absolute delight to work with Jessie Wallace and I am very excited to be part of the show.'' Meanwhile, Jan - who is best known...
- 3/3/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Former pop star and pin-up Samantha Fox is to join the stars of Harry Potter, Primeval, Doctor Who and James Bond at the upcoming McM Birmingham Comic Con & Memorabilia on March 16 and 17.
The Comic Con and Memorabilia events are held side by side at the NEC, Birmingham. Comic Con visitors get into Memorabilia free of charge. Children under 10 get in free if accompanied by a paying adult.
Listed below are some of the star guests lined up for the shows.
Potter Personalities: Chris Rankin, who plays Percy Weasley in six of the blockbuster Harry Potter films, Steffan Rhodri, who was Reg Cattermole in Deathly Hallows and Hugh Mitchell, who appears as Gryffindor student Colin Creevey in The Order Of The Phoenix. Steffan is also famous for playing Dave in hit comedy Gavin & Stacey, and recently won plaudits as the voice of Drippy in acclaimed video game Ni No Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch.
The Comic Con and Memorabilia events are held side by side at the NEC, Birmingham. Comic Con visitors get into Memorabilia free of charge. Children under 10 get in free if accompanied by a paying adult.
Listed below are some of the star guests lined up for the shows.
Potter Personalities: Chris Rankin, who plays Percy Weasley in six of the blockbuster Harry Potter films, Steffan Rhodri, who was Reg Cattermole in Deathly Hallows and Hugh Mitchell, who appears as Gryffindor student Colin Creevey in The Order Of The Phoenix. Steffan is also famous for playing Dave in hit comedy Gavin & Stacey, and recently won plaudits as the voice of Drippy in acclaimed video game Ni No Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch.
- 3/5/2013
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
Gemma Atkinson
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Actress Gemma Atkinson first came to prominence during a five year stint as Lisa Hunter on the soap opera Hollyoaks. Since leaving the show, Gemma has cemented her reputation as an actress by appearing in the wildly popular stage version of Calendar Girls as well as taking on a variety of different roles in TV dramas and films. Her huge popularity earned her a spot on the TV show “I’m a Celebrity get me out of Here,” in which she came fifth. Earlier this year, Gemma took the decision to return to serious drama and decided to accept a role on the BBC’s long running medical drama Casualty. Kieran Kinsella recently had the opportunity to speak with Gemma Atkinson about the new role and her other upcoming projects.
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Actress Gemma Atkinson first came to prominence during a five year stint as Lisa Hunter on the soap opera Hollyoaks. Since leaving the show, Gemma has cemented her reputation as an actress by appearing in the wildly popular stage version of Calendar Girls as well as taking on a variety of different roles in TV dramas and films. Her huge popularity earned her a spot on the TV show “I’m a Celebrity get me out of Here,” in which she came fifth. Earlier this year, Gemma took the decision to return to serious drama and decided to accept a role on the BBC’s long running medical drama Casualty. Kieran Kinsella recently had the opportunity to speak with Gemma Atkinson about the new role and her other upcoming projects.
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- 8/20/2011
- by admin
Owen McDonnell in Single Handed. Co. ITV
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ITV have announced that Owen McDonnell is set to return to our screens as Jack Driscoll in the hit drama Single-Handed. The first season of the show was shown on the channel after being bought from Irish network Rte. The second season is co-produced by ITV and Rte. Simone Lahbib, Sean McGinley and Matthew McNulty are the other prominent members among the cast for season two of the show. Filming took place in Connemara earlier this year and the second season begins where the last season left off with Jack Driscoll struggling to cope as a lonely cop in the west of Ireland.
The first episode begins with Jack being called to investigate the murder of Seamus Devlin, an elderly recluse. He soon corners a suspect and calls his deputy Finbarr back from paternity...
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ITV have announced that Owen McDonnell is set to return to our screens as Jack Driscoll in the hit drama Single-Handed. The first season of the show was shown on the channel after being bought from Irish network Rte. The second season is co-produced by ITV and Rte. Simone Lahbib, Sean McGinley and Matthew McNulty are the other prominent members among the cast for season two of the show. Filming took place in Connemara earlier this year and the second season begins where the last season left off with Jack Driscoll struggling to cope as a lonely cop in the west of Ireland.
The first episode begins with Jack being called to investigate the murder of Seamus Devlin, an elderly recluse. He soon corners a suspect and calls his deputy Finbarr back from paternity...
- 6/23/2011
- by admin
PBS Mystery - Three Act Tragedy
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After three weeks of repeats, PBS Mystery finally launched its summer season with the Poirot story Three Act Tragedy. Our favorite Belgian detective was a dinner guest at the home of Sir Charles Cartwright when one of the other guests dropped dead. The victim was the local vicar and even though the initial diagnosis suggested that the Clergyman had died of natural causes, it was only a matter of time before Poirot uncovered foul play. The fact that another dinner party guest dropped dead just a few weeks later was a pretty good clue that something was amiss in the Cornish social world. As Agatha Christie stories go, this one was more of a Miss Marple type scenario than your typical Poirot. Nevertheless, it was very good and if the next...
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After three weeks of repeats, PBS Mystery finally launched its summer season with the Poirot story Three Act Tragedy. Our favorite Belgian detective was a dinner guest at the home of Sir Charles Cartwright when one of the other guests dropped dead. The victim was the local vicar and even though the initial diagnosis suggested that the Clergyman had died of natural causes, it was only a matter of time before Poirot uncovered foul play. The fact that another dinner party guest dropped dead just a few weeks later was a pretty good clue that something was amiss in the Cornish social world. As Agatha Christie stories go, this one was more of a Miss Marple type scenario than your typical Poirot. Nevertheless, it was very good and if the next...
- 6/19/2011
- by admin
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