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Netflix just dropped a new political thriller series on its platform that’s impossible to ignore. It's titled Hostage, and it's already sparking conversation among viewers. Given who stars in it, it doesn't come as a surprise that people are eager to watch.

You have Suranne Jones taking on the lead role as British Prime Minister Abigail Dalton, and Julie Delpy playing French President Vivienne Toussaint. When Abigail enters office, she's faced with the issue of fixing the country's major drug crisis.

Things only get worse for her when she learns her doctor husband has been kidnapped in French Guiana. His captors demand her resignation within 24 hours, threatening his life if she doesn’t comply.

Netflix's new political thriller series has won over the critics. Just one day after its release, Hostage boasts a stunning score.

The political limited series Hostage debuted with a thrilling score of 86% from the critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The score comes out of 22 reviews, and has already received a Certified Fresh badge. Hostage debuted on Netflix on Aug. 21, and it doesn't feature an audience score at the time of writing.

Out of the 22 reviews available at the time of press, only three of them are negative. So far, critics loved the five-episode limited series, which proves the perfect replacement for Apple TV+'s Slow Horses and Netflix's The Diplomat.

When the derivative Netflix spy drama Treason premiered in 2022, I used the Charlie Cox vehicle as an excuse to write a small treatise on the institutional misuse and overuse of in medias res openings.

I’ve occasionally needed to reference what I wrote, but I’ve never been able to consistently remember what show I pegged the analysis to. Treason has a wholly generic title, and while it has an Ok cast and the recognizable structure of a television series, it’s among the more forgettable dramas of an era that has had more than a few forgettable dramas. There are countless shows, some quite successful, that are far worse than whatever that Charlie Cox show was called, but few that have dissipated into the ether as thoroughly.

Competition comes in the form of the new Netflix drama Hostage. Like that Charlie Cox thing, it’s a London-set five-parter with an instantly negligible title,...

BritBox is diving back into Agatha Christie’s world, but this time with a modern twist. The streamer has announced Agatha Christie’s Tommy & Tuppence, a six-episode series that will bring the husband-and-wife detective duo into a contemporary setting for the first time. The new show will star Antonia Thomas (The Good Doctor), Josh Dylan (The Buccaneers), and Imelda Staunton (The Crown). Production kicks off this fall, with BritBox leading the project and BBC Studios set to handle international distribution. Tommy and Tuppence aren’t as well-known as Christie’s Hercule Poirot or Miss Marple, but fans of the books know how fun they are to follow. The two solve mysteries together,...

A state visit between countries is a lot to coordinate in the best of times — and for the cast of Hostage, these are not the best of times. You can watch the series now.

In the new series from star and executive producer Suranne Jones, the French president’s visit to the United Kingdom is derailed by a kidnapping and blackmail scheme. Written by Matt Charman, Hostage is a political thriller with a captivating performance from Jones at its center.

“I’m thrilled to be on Netflix, in something I’m really proud of,” Jones says. “It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. We’d talked about projects previously,...

Exclusive: Munya Chawawa and Bridgerton star Charithra Chandran have been cast in Schooled, the Channel 4 comedy inspired by creator Delia-René Donaldson’s experience in pastoral care at a London academy.

Chawawa is playing ‘T’ alongside lead Shiloh Coke (Cheaters), who stars as Kayleigh Clarke – a newly appointed Head of Year 10 with no formal teaching background and very little patience for unruly teens. The pair are joined by Judi Love (Taskmaster), Michelle de Swarte (Spent) and Chandran, who play Anita, Naomi and Lara respectively. Rebecca Humphries (The Crown), Alex Bhat (Gentleman Jack) and Elliot Barnes-Worrell (Black Mirror) are also aboard.

Landing Chawawa and Chandran is a coup. Chawawa is a social media star and comedian who has been working with Channel 4 more of late and is about to deliver the Edinburgh TV Festival Alternative MacTaggart lecture. Chandran broke out opposite Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley playing Edwina Sharma in Netflix...

"Every instinct is telling me to give them what they want..." Netflix has debuted the full official trailer for an intense political thriller series called Hostage, arriving for streaming in August. This British series is about what happens when the Prime Minister's husband is held ransom. From star and executive producer Suranne Jones who stars in this as Pm Abigail Dalton. When the British Pm's husband is kidnapped and the visiting French President is blackmailed, the two political leaders both face unimaginable choices. Forced into a fierce rivalry where their political futures, and lives, might hang in the balance, can they work together to uncover the plot that threatens them both? This also stars Ashley Thomas as her husband Dr. Alex Anderson, Julie Delpy as the French president Vivienne Toussaint, with Corey Mylchreest, Lucian Msamati, and Martin McCann. This trailer explains more of what is going on and sets up...

"They have weaponized my family. I will not be threatened. I will not negotiate. My loyalties are to this country, I will not allow it to be held to ransom." Netflix has revealed a chilling teaser trailer for an action thriller series titled simply Hostage, arriving for streaming in August. This British political survival series is about what happens when the Prime Minister's husband is taken hostage. From star & executive producer Suranne Jones who stars in this as Pm Abigail Dalton. When the British Pm's husband is kidnapped and the visiting French President is blackmailed, the two political leaders both face unimaginable choices. Forced into a fierce rivalry where their political futures, and lives, might hang in the balance, can they work together to uncover the plot that threatens them both? This also stars Ashley Thomas as her husband Dr. Alex Anderson, Julie Delpy as the French president Vivienne Toussaint,...

Netflix is no stranger to producing great thrillers, and it seems like the streamer might have another big hit on its hands later this summer when Hostage makes its premiere in August. Created by Matt Charman (Bridge of Spies), the five-episode limited series stars award-winning actresses Suranne Jones (Gentleman Jack) and Julie Delpy (Before Sunrise) as two heads of state, and sounds like it could be ripped from today's headlines.

Premiering on August 21, Hostage features Jones as British prime minister Abigail Dalton, and Delpy as French president Vivienne Toussaint. Jones also serves as an executive producer on the project, which promises to deliver a political thriller that will have viewers on the edge of their seats. The premise may seem a bit familiar given recent hits like Prime Video's G20 and Netflix's Zero Day, but it still sounds like it's going to be a worthy addition to the genre:

"When...

No, the headline of this article is not a reference to Jason Statham's leading role in Uwe Boll's roundly mocked film "In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale," one of the most derided of all video game adaptations. Instead, this refers to some voice work that he did early in his career. It seems that Statham played a minor voice role in the very first "Call of Duty" video game in 2003. "Call of Duty" was a military-based shooter game set during World War II, released on the PC, and eventually for the XBox 360, and the PlayStation 3. It was a big hit in the early 2000s, and spawned a massive franchise that is still going strong to this day. There are five games in the original World War II continuity, eight games in the "Modern Warfare" spinoff series (set in the present), seven games in the "Black Ops" spinoff,...

The BBC released a trailer for upcoming drama series Miss Austen, with Keeley Hawes (Bodyguard, Line of Duty, It’s A Sin) starring as Jane Austen’s sister Cassandra, on Tuesday and unveiled a Sunday, Feb. 2 launch date.

In the U.S., the series will air on Masterpiece on PBS from Sunday, May 4.

All four episodes will become available on its BBC iPlayer streaming service from 6 a.m. London time that day, and the series will begin airing weekly episodes on BBC One that evening. Adapted from Gill Hornby’s best-selling novel of the same name, the drama is produced by Bonnie Productions for Masterpiece, in association with the BBC.

Miss Austen has been adapted for television by BAFTA-winning writer Andrea Gibb (Elizabeth Is Missing, Mayflies). It “takes a literary mystery – Cassandra Austen notoriously burning her famous sister Jane’s letters – and reimagines it as a fascinating, witty and heart-breaking story of sisterly love,...

The best Daisy Edgar-Jones movies and TV shows highlight just how quickly the star of Twisters, Fresh, and Where the Crawdads Sing has carved out a reputation for playing complex and nuanced characters. Born in London in 1998, Daisy Edgar-Jones found her footing appearing in comedies in dramas in the UK such as Cold Feet, Outnumbered, and Silent Witness. This began to change in 2018 when she led the cast of the indie coming-of-age movie Pond Life - her feature film debut.

From there, Daisy Edgar-Jones found herself taking up central roles in her TV show projects, such as the 2019-2022 adaptation of War of the Worlds, and the 2020 comedy-drama Normal People (for which she was nominated for multiple awards). However, 2022 was the year that her career skyrocketed, with her name gaining significant attention thanks to breakout roles in Fresh and Where The Crawdads Sing. Currently, the actor looks poised to enjoy...

Max's acclaimed period drama from producer Salma Hayek has been renewed for season 2. The streamer is undoubtedly a haven for period dramas, offering audiences a rich tapestry of historical storytelling. Shows like Catherine the Great have delved into the complex legacies of powerful leaders with Helen Mirren's portrayal of the Empress of Russia, while Gentleman Jack captured the revolutionary life of Anne Lister in mid-19th century Yorkshire, an enthralling depiction of the first modern lesbian. Max's period shows have seamlessly blended historical accuracy with modern sensibilities for a resonant and impactful dive into the past for today's viewers.

With intricate period details and captivating performances, Max has established itself as a leader in delivering compelling TV series rooted in true stories. HBO's miniseries Chernobyl transported audiences to the harrowing days of the 1986 nuclear disaster in Ukraine, winning Outstanding Limited Series, Directing, and Writing at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards.

Sex Education‘s Aimee Lou Wood’s BBC romantic comedy series Film Club has built out cast.

She is penning Film Club with Ralph Davis (House of the Dragon), who is also starring in the show, and added to the cast are Suranne Jones and Nabhaan Rizwan, whose Netflix drama Kaos was recently cancelled. Adam Long and Liv Hill are also starring.

Film Club has commenced filming in Manchester and will air next year on BBC iPlayer and BBC Three and later on ZDFneo in Germany. Gaumont UK is producing, with Fremantle handling international sales. Show was first announced back in February.

Plot follows Evie (Wood), who hasn’t left her home in six months after a ‘wobble’. She runs a film club in her garage as an escape with her best friend Noa (Rizwan) and whoever else turns up.

The BBC on Tuesday unveiled casting additions for its upcoming romantic comedy-drama series Film Club, including Suranne Jones (Doctor Foster, Gentleman Jack, Vigil) and Nabhaan Rizwan (Kaos, In Camera, 1917).

The screenwriting debut from actors Aimee Lou Wood (Daddy Issues, Sex Education, White Lotus season 3) and Ralph Davis (House of the Dragon season 2, Othello) is described as a “piercingly funny and utterly heart-warming” six-part series by Gaumont for BBC iPlayer and BBC Three. Fremantle is handling global sales.

“Film Club Week 198. Evie hasn’t left the house in six months after a ‘wobble’, and Film Club is her escape,” reads a synopsis. “A weekly chance to create a world of wonder, deck the garage out in whatever the movie calls for and spend a few uninterrupted hours with Noa – her best friend and one of the few mates who still shows up.

But tonight, things are different. Noa’s got big news.

More! Like baby chicks gape-mouthed in the nest, Doctor Who fans demand to be fed. Series 14 was gulped down in what felt like record time, and now comes the hunger. After “Empire of Death”, the mystery of Ruby’s mother was solved and the revelation that Sutekh has been Teen Wolfing it atop the Tardis since 1975, we want to know… what’s next?

A Christmas special, followed by eight new episodes is what, plus the continuation of the current companion and the introduction of a new one. Read all about it below.

2024 Christmas Special “Joy to the World”

On the press circuit for Steven Moffat’s series 14 episode “Boom”, the former showrunner confirmed that yes, the rumours are true, he’s the writer of the 2024 Christmas special. The episode is called “Joy to the World”, it’s set at least partly during WWII, features a scene on Mount Everest, and...

Disney+’s official trailer for Renegade Nell shows the titular character in action, taking on all comers and warning everyone never to call her Nelly. Louisa Harland (Derry Girls) stars as Nell in the action-adventure fantasy series premiering on the streaming service on March 29, 2024.

The cast also includes Frank Dillane as Charles Devereux, Alice Kremelberg as Sofia Wilmot, Ényì Okoronkwo as Rasselas, Jake Dunn as Thomas Blancheford, Bo Bragason as Roxy Trotter, and Florence Keen as George Trotter. Nick Mohammed plays Billy Blind, Joely Richardson is Lady Eularia Moggerhangar, Adrian Lester is Robert Hennessey, Pip Torrens is Lord Blancheford, and Craig Parkinson is Sam Trotter.

Ényì Okoronkwo as Rasselas and Louisa Harland as Nell Jackson in ‘Renegade Nell’

“Nell Jackson, a quick-witted and courageous young woman, finds herself framed for murder and unexpectedly becomes the most notorious outlaw in 18th-century England,” reads Disney+’s synopsis. “But when a magical spirit called Billy Blind appears,...

Disney+ released the official trailer for the upcoming Original series ‘Renegade Nell’. All episodes of will be available to stream on March 29, 2024, exclusively on Disney+.

In this latest look at the action-adventure fantasy series, Nell Jackson, a quick-witted and courageous young woman, finds herself framed for murder and unexpectedly becomes the most notorious outlaw in 18th-century England. But when a magical spirit called Billy Blind appears, Nell realizes her destiny is bigger than she ever imagined.

The series stars Louisa Harland (Derry Girls) in the leading role of “Nell Jackson” with Frank Dillane as “Charles Devereux”, Alice Kremelberg as “Sofia Wilmot”, Ényì Okoronkwo as “Rasselas”, Jake Dunn as “Thomas Blancheford”, Bo Bragason as “Roxy Trotter”, Florence Keen as “George Trotter”, with Nick Mohammed as “Billy Blind”, Joely Richardson as “Lady Eularia Moggerhangar” and Adrian Lester as “Robert Hennessey, Earl of Poynton”. Pip Torrens as “Lord Blancheford” and Craig Parkinson as “Sam Trotter” also star.

A few more returns and more than two dozen (!) new bits of casting have been announced for the second/final season of Wolf Hall.

Masterpiece PBS and the BBC previously announced that the six-episode Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light, based on the final novel in Hilary Mantel’s award-winning trilogy, will bring back Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, Jonathan Pryce, Kate Phillips and Lilit Lesser.

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Peter Capaldi (Doctor Who) and Cush Jumbo (The Good Fight) are on the case in the full trailer for the upcoming Apple TV+ series Criminal Record, which you check out above.

Premiering the first two episodes on Wednesday, Jan. 10, the eight-episode crime thriller is a “character-driven drama set in the heart of contemporary London,” per the official synopsis. The story kicks off with an anonymous phone call which “draws two brilliant detectives into a confrontation over an old murder case.”

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Historical TV shows offer viewers a chance to witness pivotal events and fascinating characters in human history, combining both entertainment and education. The best historical TV shows strike a balance between authenticity and entertainment, recontextualizing important events and humanizing historical figures. Historical shows can take various tones, from dramatic to comedic, but the best ones are truly unforgettable and have the ability to transport viewers to a different era.

Whether they're set in the ancient world or the 20th century, historical TV shows have always been a popular genre. They offer viewers a chance to witness some of the most pivotal events and fascinating characters in human history, and they can feel like a time capsule from a different era. Historical shows can be just as educational as they are entertaining. They are often judged based on their historical accuracy, although some shows prefer to bend the truth if it...

The Buccaneers is a period drama series created by Katherine Jakeways. The Apple TV+ series is based on an unfinished novel of the same name by Edith Warton, the series revolves around a group of young American women in 1870s London as both American and British cultures clash because of the wildly different approach to their traditions. The Buccaneers stars Kristine Frøseth, Alisha Boe, Matthew Broome, Josh Dylan, Barney Fishwick, and Aubri Ibrag. So, if you loved the Apple TV+ series here are some similar shows you could watch next.

The Buccaneers (BritBox & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – BBC One

Synopsis: A lavish, star-studded adaptation of Edith Wharton’s final book. In London for the season, four beautiful Americans charm the impoverished English aristocracy with their vivacity and wealth. But it all turns to ashes.

Gentleman Jack (Max & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – HBO

Synopsis: Set in the changing world of 1832 England...

Torchwood alumni Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo team up to solve a mystery in Criminal Record, an Apple TV+ crime thriller that will debut Friday, Jan. 12, 2024 (with its first two episodes of eight).

On the aforementioned Doctor Who offshoot, Capaldi (who of course once headlined Doctor Who itself) played Permanent Secretary John Frobisher, while Jumbo (whose recent TV credits include The Good Wife) played Home Office assistant Lois Habiba.

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PBS Masterpiece has booked Stateside viewers a trip to MaryLand, as in the three-part ITV miniseries starring Suranne Jones (Gentleman Jack), Eve Best (House of the Dragon) and Stockard Channing (The West Wing).

MaryLand, which streamed across the pond this past March, will premiere Stateside on PBS on April 7, 2024 at 9/8c. Watch a trailer above.

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Just when we thought things were good between Catherine Sarah Lancashire) and Clare (Siobhan Finneran), Happy Valley Season 3 Episode 3 promises to shake up their dynamic like never before.

In an exclusive first look at the next episode, we see the two sisters come to blows over Ryan's (Rhys Connah) communication with Tommy (James Norton).

The sisterly bond hasn't been as strong in recent years, and this latest bump in the road could change everything for them.

As viewers are well aware, Tommy is one of TV's most despicable characters, and his actions have shaped the lives of everyone in Happy Valley.

As a result, it's not easy to see why Catherine is so shocked by her sister's actions.

Check out the TV clip below.

In this final season of the multi-bafta award-winning BBC drama created by one of the UK's most celebrated and critically acclaimed screenwriters, Sally Wainwright (Gentleman Jack...

Acclaimed BBC thriller series Happy Valley finally returned for season 3 this year after a 6-year hiatus, and has just begun playing for American and Canadian viewers on Acorn TV. Screen Rant is proud to present a clip from this week's episode, in which Catherine learns of a painful betrayal close to home. Created by masterful storyteller Sally Wainwright (Gentleman Jack), Happy Valley depicts the life and career of Catherine Cawood.

Catherine is a police sergeant in Northern England raising her grandson Ryan (Rhys Connah) following the death of her daughter Becky, who tragically took her life after being sexually assaulted. Happy Valley became a huge hit with audiences and critics alike, with the main cast including Siobhan Finneran as Catherine's sister Clare and James Norton (Things Heard & Seen) as Ryan's father and Becky's rapist. Now back for the first time since 2016, Happy Valley season 3 finds Catherine pursuing new cases,...

It's been a long wait, but Happy Valley's third and final season finally premieres Monday, May 22, on Acorn TV, AMC+, and BBC America.

As has been teased in the teasers and trailers, we're in for another edge-of-the-seat thriller from start to finish.

TV Fanatic scored an exclusive first look at Happy Valley Season 3 Episode 1, and it's a great indicator of what's to come.

The clip features Tommy Lee Royce (James Norton) being quizzed about another crime, and he's somehow scarier than before.

The role has been a change of pace for Norton, and he plays the darkest shades of Royce's personality to perfection.

Undoubtedly, he'll cause many problems for Sft Catherine Cawood throughout the last-ever episodes of this hit series that has been off the air since 2016.

Yes, after a seven-year hiatus, we're being treated to a compelling new mystery, filled with shocking twists and turns.

Check out...

Hit BBC drama Vigil will look to the skies for its second series, with a brand-new investigation that takes Amy Silva (Suranne Jones) and Kirsten Longacre (Rose Leslie) into the world of the British air force. The six-part drama, made by World Productions (Line of Duty, Showtrial, Save Me, Bodyguard) for BBC One and iPlayer, will begin filming soon in Scotland. Following multiple unexplained fatalities at a Scottish military facility, Silva and Longacre are tasked with uncovering the cause. Entering the hostile and closed ranks of the air force, the pair must face the deadly warfare of tomorrow as they fight for their own future. Vigil stars Suranne Jones (Gentleman Jack, Doctor Foster) and Rose Leslie (Game of Thrones, Downtown Abbey) alongside Gary Lewis (His Dark Materials, Granite Harbour) who returns as Dsu Robertson. They will be joined for series two by Romola Garai (Becoming Elizabeth, The Hour), Dougray Scott (Crime,...

We’re bereft. Happy Valley has ended for good. No more Catherine and Clare having mugs of tea on the back step, no more Sgt Cawood dressed like RoboCop, no more Ryan, no more Tommy Lee Royce. It went out with a bang, but still we’re bereft. What could possibly fill that gap?

Luckily for fans, creator Sally Wainwright has a healthy back-catalogue including comedy At Home With the Braithwaites, Last Tango in Halifax, Unforgiven, Gentleman Jack and more, plus highwaywoman drama The Ballad of Renegade Nell coming this year to Disney+, so you could start there. And try the below, a hand-picked selection of great dramas – some crime, some not – that carry a flavour of Happy Valley’s brilliant writing, real-feeling characters and unforgettable performances.

Last Tango in Halifax

Stream on: BBC iPlayer (UK), Netflix (US)

Wainwright was inspired by her mother’s late-in-life love story to write this Bafta-winning 5-series BBC drama.

Eve Best and Stockard Channing are adding more star quality to the cast of Suranne Jones’ upcoming three-part Itvx drama Maryland.

Created by Jones and Trollied creator Anne-Marie O’Connor, Maryland focuses on the relationship between two sisters, down-to-earth mother of two Becca (Jones) and disciplined high-flyer Rosaline (Best) who have been driven apart by complex family dynamics.

They travel to the Isle of Man to repatriate the body of their mother, Mary, leaving their father Richard at home in Manchester. Confined on the island, they discover shocking information about their mother and find it impossible to escape the ripple effect of her secrets and lies.

Best is currently enjoying strong reviews for her role as dragon rider Rhaenys Targaryen in HBO’s House of the Dragon.

Becca...

We've known for a while now that Happy Valley will return for a third and final season on AMC+ and Acorn TV.

We now have our first look, courtesy of some photos.

In this final season of the multi-bafta award-winning BBC drama created by one of the UK’s most celebrated and critically acclaimed screenwriters, Sally Wainwright (Gentleman Jack), Sarah Lancashire (Julia) returns to her iconic role of Sergeant Catherine Cawood for six new episodes.

Also returning are James Norton (The Nevers) as Catherine’s nemesis, the murderer and sex-offender Tommy Lee Royce; Siobhan Finneran (Downton Abbey) as Catherine’s sister, the recovering addict Clare Cartwright, and Rhys Connah as Catherine’s sixteen-year-old grandson Ryan, eight years after he first played the role as a young boy.

In the first-look photos, Catherine is pictured with a bloodied nose in the aftermath of a police raid, while Tommy Lee Royce (James...

by Cláudio Alves

Where is The Gilded Age with its cornucopia of tacky bustle gowns, a good portion of which are copied from fashion plates, museum pieces, and period portraits? Where are Gentleman Jack's precise visions of Romantic dress, queer aesthetics seen through a 19th-century lens? Where are the comedic stylizations of Our Flag Means Death or Julia's purviews of a television icon of days gone by? Where's the love for Schmigadoon!'s cavalcade of hot men in tight pants or Pachinko's cultural delineations rendered in a rainbow of beautiful textiles? 

Though the period category for the 2022 Emmys is the most solid of the three costume lineups (we previously discussed contemporary and fantasy fashions), many inspired period possibilities were ignored in favor of repeat contenders and curious flops...

Another week, another episode of Aew: Dark which emanates from Aew Universal once again. We’ve got Taz and Excalibur on commentary as usual so let’s get to the action!

Match #1: Ari Daivari def. Fuego Del Sol

My Thoughts: Loved this match. Fuego looked like a badass for once, taking it to Ari – who really took a beating in this match, the antithesis of how we’ve seen him recently in Aew. Eventually Ari cheated to get the win as all heels do. Surprisingly great match to open Dark.

My Score: 3.5 out of 5 Match #2: Willow Nightingale def. Robyn Renegade

My Thoughts: What’s not to love about a match featuring Willow Nightingale? Imho, she needs to be signed with a major promotion Asap, she’s got the personality, the charisma and the skills and every crowd she wrestles in front of Loves her! Plus the Renegade twins...

We’ve only just had Against All Odds, but here comes Impact Wrestling with their next pay-per-view, Emergence, which aired Live from Cicero Stadium in Chicago, Illinois this past Friday. Let’s see what this show has to offer!

Countdown to Emergence: Match #1: Digital Media Championship – Brian Myers def. Bhupinder Gujjar The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:

Bhupinder Gujjar receives his long-awaited Digital Media Title opportunity against Brian Myers! Before the match begins, Myers has some harsh words for Chicago. Gujjar is about to hit the Gargoyle Spear in the early going but Myers retreats to the outside. Myers uses the middle rope for a low blow, then takes control with a flurry of strikes. Myers hits the Implant Ddt for two. Myers sends Gujjar crashing into the exposed turnbuckle, then rolls him up to retain the title!

My Score: 2 out of 5 Match #2: Knockouts World Tag Team...

Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week opens with a Before the Impact match that saw Steve Maclin defeat Crazzy Steve. Let’s get into the review…

Match #1: Karl Anderson def. Kenny King The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:

Just 24 hours before the high-stakes showdown between Honor No More and Bullet Club, Karl Anderson and Kenny King look to fire the first shot in singles competition! The members of both factions are banned from ringside for this match. King drapes the leg of Anderson across the rope to gain the early advantage. King targets the now-injured left leg as he begins to wear Anderson down. Anderson creates separation with a Dragon Screw leg whip, then fights back with a series of clotheslines. Anderson hits a single leg dropkick for two. Anderson counters the Royal Flush into the Gun Stun to win!

My Score:...

Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle, stars of HBO’s Gentleman Jack, are sharing their thoughts on HBO’s cancellation of Sally Wainright’s period drama after two seasons.

A co-production with BBC, Gentleman Jack starred Jones as Anne Lister and Rundle as Ann Walker. In Season 2 of the series, from Lookout Point, Anne and Ann set up home together at Shibden Hall as wife and wife, determined to combine their estates and become a power couple.

“While it is sad news Gentleman Jack will not be renewed, this show has brought so many together, enabled people to share their stories, brought joy, emotion and creativity, and gave me a real connection to you as its audience,” Jones said in an Instagram post accompanied by an entertaining blooper reel. “Anne Lister now has a statue in the Piece Hall. There is a Blue plaque in Holy Trinity church yard celebrating Anne...

Anne and Ann’s love story won’t be continuing at HBO. The network has axed period drama Gentleman Jack after two seasons, our sister site Deadline reports.

“HBO will not be moving forward with a third season of Gentleman Jack,” the network said in a statement. “When we began this journey more than five years ago, we knew the series’ creator Sally Wainwright had a uniquely compelling vision, and it’s been tremendously gratifying to see how Anne Lister’s journey has resonated with viewers. We are incredibly grateful to Sally, to the impeccable Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle,...

Exclusive: Ovation TV has voted in favor of Nordic noir spy thriller series Red Election.

The arts network has taken linear U.S. rights to the ten-part drama after a deal with A+E Networks International, which co-produces the series with streamer Viaplay and Swedish drama producer Mopar Studios. It will debut the series on August 6 at 7pm Et and run weekly through to October 8.

Episodes will also be available on demand and through the Ovation Now app.

The series — which stars Stephen Dillane (Game of Thrones), Lydia Leonard (Gentleman Jack), and James D’Arcy (Homeland) — is set to the backdrop of simmering international tensions, as a newly elected British Prime Minister announces a referendum to decide the future of Scotland in the UK, as a shady foreign power seeks to influence the election from behind the scenes to unleash agents of chaos and upset the world order. Victoria Carmen Sonne,...

It’s time for this week’s review of Aew: Dark, which once again comes from Aew: Universal. I’m always surprised by how much difference there is between Aew’s smaller Universal Studios audience and Impact’s small weekly audience. Aew still seem to make it sound like the crowd is into the action even when they’re quiet.

Match #1: Lee Johnson vs. Darian Bengston

My Thoughts: This was decidedly average. The only thing that stood out about this match was the fact the crowd were behind Darian Bengston more than they were Lee Johnson. Maybe Big Shotty needs a reboot to get over with the fans?

My Score: 1.5 out of 5 Match #2: Sonny Kiss def. Ashton Starr

My Thoughts: This was an example of the Aew quasi-squash match, with Starr given just enough offence to not make this a complete squash match for Sonny Kiss. Speaking of which,...

Welcome to this week’s Aew: Dynamite review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and there’s a f–kin’ fly in here! I’ll get that son of a bitch. Come here, you pecker-necked mother-f–ker. Damn! I missed that little asshole. I got you no…f–k! Son of a bitch! Come here you twirly slut. Hahahahaha!!!! I got…damn! I hit that baby! Baby: Waaaahhhhh!!!!!! Me: Smack! Shut up you little son of a bitch! Papa’s workin’ right now. Come on. Come on and buzz on by you little c–k-sucker. Ah! There you are. Beat your ass with this big ol’ club! Wam! Gotcha you..uh oh. Gerald Ford: Hey! I’m Gerald Ford! Do you remember me? If you don’t…I carry an American Express card. Oh s–t! Me: The stupid man tripped! Now, to make my escape! Gf: Hey!

Welcome to this weeks review of Aew Dark: Elevation, which is the first (I think) to be filmed in front of a huge live crowd and deals with the fallout from this past weekend’s Double or Nothing. And in a real shocker… this episode is not even Ninety minutes long!

Match #1: The Acclaimed – Max Caster and Anthony Bowens def. Brent & Brandon Tate

My Thoughts: The Acclaimed delivered yet another great match against twins, and current Ovw Tag Team Champions Brent & Brandon Tate – how displayed just why they are champs. Though it was enough for the fluid tag team work of Bowens and Caster.

My Score: 2 out of 5 Match #2: Leyla Hirsch def. Robyn Renegade

My Thoughts: So, so glad that the live crowd at the taping of this match popped for Leyla Hirsch – I’ve always said she’s one of my favourite Aew stars and it now...

We’ve got an extra pre-Revolution episode of Aew: Dark this week – ninty minutes of PPV teases and matches that (I suspect) will make no sense follwing the PPV… Anyone else think the same? Everytime there’s a “game-changing” Aew pay per view it seems we get an extra Dark. Now is that as a lead in for the PPV or… as I suspect… are they burning off pre-taped matches that will be effected by the outcome of said PPV? Whatever the case its more Aew in a week and I’m here for it!

Match #1: The Natural Nightmares def. Peter Avalon and Cesar Bononi

Bononi got to showcase his strength in this match, even if it ran a mere (and swift) four plus minutes. Nothing really stood out in this opener making this a very cool start to a Dark that should’ve been hot from the get-go.

Welcome to this week’s Aew: Dynamite review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have…stuff! Don’t f—k a polar bear. In these times of unrest, I’d like to just remind you that I’m a f—king idiot. I know. You’re in shock. Dr. Pepper’s pecker pecked pickled peppers pickled perfectly peppered. Blow me. Max Von Sydow is with us…aaaaaaaand he’s dead. I…what the… Marco Polo: Marco! Polo! Marco! Polo! Marco! Polo! Me: Get a job! Polo! Here comes Aew! Marco Polo: Marco! Me: (punches in face) Polo!

Match #1: Matt Hardy & “Hangman” Adam Page def. The Hybrid2—Angelico & Jack Evans The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:

TH2 jumped Hardy and Page before the bell rang, taking the fight directly to their opponents. Page returned fired, chopping away at Evans and then he tagged in Hardy.

Welcome to this week’s Aew: Dynamite review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have the big triple tag match between the members of the Inner Circle. You want some crack? Once Upon A Time In America is not better than The Good, The Bad And The Ugly and Dynamite starts now.

Match #1: Adam Page & The Dark Order def. TH2—Angelico & Jack Evans, and Chaos Project—Luther & Serpentico! The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:

“This was really underhanded by Chaos Project. The Dark Order didn’t even get a chance to cut the birthday cake,” said Tony Schiavone. Back in the ring, Luther hit a butterfly suplex on John Silver for a near fall. Jack Evans tagged in and Luther slammed Evans on Silver! Luther bulldogged Angelico—his own partner in the match—onto Silver for a near fall. “That’s some great team work,...

Welcome to this week’s Aew Dynamite review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and the psychos finally took over the Capitol of America. What a bunch of ass-holes. I’m glad we don’t have that problem in wres… Bunch Of Ass-Holes: Aew! Aew! Aew! Aew! Aew! Aew! Me: Oh f—.

Match #1: The Young Bucks—Matt & Nick Jackson, & Scu—“Fallen Angel” Christopher Daniels & Frankie Kazarian def. The Hybrid2—Angelico & Jack Evans, & The Acclaimed—“The Five-Tool Player” Anthony Bowens & “Platinum” Max Caster The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:

“It’s Wednesday night and you know what that means!” said Jim Ross, welcoming viewers to the very first Dynamite of 2021! The Bucks and Scu were wearing t-shirts that had the phrase: “Your rap is crap!” The match broke down into a Pier 6 brawl right from the get-go! The Bucks took down Jack Evans! Nick Jackson then his...

Welcome to this double-sized edition of the Aew Dark review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have Brad Britch chomping at the bit to talk about wrestling. Brad: Wrestling!!!!! Wrestling!!!! Wressssssstlinnnnnnnnng!!!!!!!! I hate Quark! Ruined Star Trek: Deep Space Nine! A—hole! Million matches! Two weeks! Jean Smart is Levi Stupid! Wrestling! Noooooooooooow!!!!!!!!

December 29th 2020 Rey Fenix def. Vary Morales Penelope Ford def. Lindsay Snow John Silver & Alex Reynolds def. Shawn Dean & Tyson Maddux Anna Jay def. Jazmin Allure Team Taz def. Ryzin, Nick Comoroto & James Tapia Griff Garrison def. Fuego Del Sol Santana & Ortiz def. Terrence & Terrell Hughes Sammy Guevara def. Aaron Solow Chaos Project def. Ariel Levy & El Cuervo De Puerto Rico Leva Bates def. Madi Wrenkowski Matt Sydal def. Danny Limelight Tay Conti def. Vertvixen The Gunn Club def. Royal Money, Baron Black and Mike Verna Scu (Christopher Daniels & Frankie Kazarian) def. The...

Welcome to this week’s All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have Don Callis joining Kenny Omega to cut the same damn promo yet again. That being said, Sting is here. Will Cody Rhodes get Sting’s first promo? Of course…because Cody has to be involved in everything! By the way, I thought the main event of Winter is Coming was a 4.5, the battle royal was a 2.5 and Sting being here kicks ass. Okay, Monday Night Nitro starts now.

Match #1: The Young Bucks def. TH2 The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:

TH2 attacked The Bucks before the bell rang! The Bucks rallied back quickly and dropkicked TH2 to the outside. The Bucks speared TH2 on the arena floor. The Bucks connected with a double dropkick on Jack Evans, but Angelico tagged in. Nick countered Angelico with an arm drag off the middle rope.

Welcome to this double-sized review of All Elite Wrestling: Dark, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have five million matches to get to, so let’s get to them before I smash my balls with a tire-iron.

October 20th 2020 Shawn Spears with Tully Blanchard def. Christopher Daniels – 2.7 Brandi Rhodes with Dustin Rhodes def. KilLynn King – 2.1 Ricky Starks def. David Ali – 2.1 Scorpio Sky def. Fuego Del Sol – 2.2 Luchasaurus with Jungle Boy def. Aaron Solow – 2.6 The Butcher and The Blade with Eddie Kingston def. Brian Pillman Jr. and Griff Garrison – 2.6 Penta El Zero M def. Qt Marshall with Dustin Rhodes – 2.5 Jungle Boy with Luchasaurus def. Ktb – 2.8 Ivelisse and Diamante def. Kenzie Paige and Skyler Moore – 2.4 Colt Cabana def. Bishp King – 2.4 Alan Angels with Dark Order def. Adam Priest – 2.6 Frankie Kazarian def. Jack Evans with Angelico – 3 Dark Order def. Louie Valle, Baron Black and D3 – 2.5 Wardlow def. Vinny Pacifico – 1 Matt Sydal def.

Welcome to this week’s All Elite Wrestling: Dark review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we’ve got more squash matches. Ow. My balls hurt saying that. I am glad that we have so many new wrestlers coming on here. Are you ready to give $50 to Jesus? You can send your money to 00000 Dumbass Lane, Po Box B00B. Okay, let’s get to this show before I try to tell jokes again.

Brandi Rhodes with Dustin Rhodes def. Kenzie Paige – 1 Jurassic Express with Marko Stunt def. Ray Rosas and Eric Watts – 2.9 Chaos Project def. Anthony Bowens and Lee Johnson – 2.5 Will Hobbs def. Ryzin – 2.3 John “4” Silver with Dark Order def. Qt Marshall with Dustin Rhodes – 3 Brian Pillman Jr. & Griff Garrison def. Cezar Bononi and David Ali – 2.3 Big Swole def. Skyler Moore – 1.1 Matt Sydal def. Michael Nakazawa – 2.4 Eddie Kingston def. M’Badu – 1.4 Angelico with Jack Evans def.

Welcome to this week’s Aew: Dynamite review, right here on Nerdly. I’m Nathan Favel and we have Chris Jericho’s 30th Anniversary show for this card, so get ready for a whole lotta mullet! We’ve got some great matches to take in, so let’s get right to it.

Match #1: Brian Cage def. Will Hobbs – Ftw Championship Match The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:

They started with a slugfest! Cage took Hobbs off his feet with a back elbow but Hobbs got right back up! Hobbs connected with a crossbody block! Cage kicked Hobbs in the face but didn’t go for the cover. Cage did a standing moonsault but Hobbs kicked out at two. Cage went in for a headlock but Hobbs countered with a backdrop. Hobbs followed up with two consecutive clotheslines and then a shoulder tackle. He powerslammed Cage for a near fall.