‘Downton Abbey’ preview: New pics from Series 5

ITV’s latest autumn drama preview trailer includes more glimpses of what viewers can expect in the fifth series of Downton Abbey. The eight-part series is expected to begin on ITV towards the end of September.   Has Mary finally made her choice?   Thomas is in for a shock – is it just us, or … >

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ITV’s autumn drama trailer: ‘Scott & Bailey’, ‘Lewis’, ‘Cilla’ and more

ITV has unveiled a new trailer featuring a first look at some of the channel’s upcoming drama series. The one-minute preview includes clips from Sheridan Smith’s Cilla Black biopic Cilla, Reece Shearsmith and Alex Kingston’s new crime drama Chasing Shadows, new episodes of Paddy Considine’s The Suspicions of Mr Whicher, the fourth series of Scott & … >

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BBC Two to adapt ‘Sharpe’ writer’s ‘The Last Kingdom’

BBC Two has announced a new adaptation of Sharpe creator Bernard Cornwell’s best-selling series of books, The Saxon Stories. Adapted by Stephen Butchard (Good Cop, House Of Saddam), the eight-part historical drama series is described by the BBC as “a show full of heroic deeds and epic battles but with a thematic depth that embraces … >

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TVChoice Awards 2014 shortlist revealed

The shortlist for this year’s TVChoice Awards has been unveiled. Hosted by David Mitchell, the awards ceremony will take place at The Hilton On Park Lane in London on Monday 8 September. The shortlist includes two nominations for Sherlock (Best Drama Series and Best Actor for Benedict Cumberbatch), but no nominations for Doctor Who this … >

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‘Mr Selfridge’ writer: Series 4 will be the last

Mr Selfridge creator Andrew Davies has revealed that the show will probably end after its fourth series. Filming on the third series of ITV’s period drama began in April. Davies told Digital Spy: “It was always conceived of as four series – that is, if people liked it enough. People seem to love it, so … >

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‘Downton Abbey’ creator planning for Series 6

Writer Julian Fellowes has revealed that he expects Downton Abbey to return for a sixth series. Series 5’s eight episodes will air this autumn, followed by a feature-length special at Christmas, but Series 6 has not yet been confirmed by ITV. Fellowes told Harper’s Bazaar: “I would be amazed if there wasn’t another series after … >

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5 UK television shows that could become movies

For almost as long as there has been television, its programmes have been making the leap on to the big screen. Film producers are always keen to capitalise on a TV show’s success, aiming to carry a ready made audience with them, and British programmes such as Quatermass, Doctor Who, Porridge, On the Buses and … >

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‘Downton Abbey’ Series 5 first teaser trailer

ITV has unveiled a brief trailer for the new series of Downton Abbey. Carson’s ominous voiceover warns: “Things are changing…” Series 5 is currently filming. Eight episodes will air this autumn, followed by a feature-length special at Christmas. Watch the teaser… Guest stars confirmed for Series 5 include Richard E. Grant, Anna Chancellor and Rade … >

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