BBC Studios Buys Spanish Outfit Brutal Media & Confirms “Two Or Three” More Versions Of ‘Ghosts’ Are In The Works – Series Mania

The global box office saw some encouraging rebound in 2023, and is off to a better than expected start in the first quarter of this year, but there’s been concern about a downward trend in per capita admissions, and not just because of the strikes’ disruption to the Hollywood theatrical pipeline, but audiences’ moviegoing tendencies have changed coming out of Covid. How to solve?

From appearing on Bargain Hunt to Flog It! and Antiques Road Trip, jewellery Expert Izzie Balmer is certainly a professional in her field. And while she may have become a household name since taking her skills to the small screen, the 34 year old certainly didn't plan for this career. Vintage and collectable items weren't always on Izzie's radar, with the presenter once sharing how she hoped for a future in music.

Gillian Anderson had trouble making up her mind about her role in Scoop.

Happy Gilmore is underway.The actor and television presenter confirmed, during a preview clip from the next episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, that Adam Sandler has written a screenplay for Happy Gilmore 2.In the video, the E.T: The Extra-Terrestrial star said: “I want it. I need it.

In Friday evening's third instalment of Beyond Paradise, it's a big day for Humphrey (Kris Marshall) and Martha (Sally Bretton) as the day of the fostering home visit arrives.The team also investigates a fishing trawler that heads out to sea from Shipton Abbott with three brothers and their ill mother on board - but returns with only the three men. A note found on the boat indicates the woman has taken her own life but things get complicated when her estranged daughter arrives in town to help organise her funeral.

Fleur East has opened up about her first days as a new mum after welcoming her first child into the world. The former Strictly Come Dancing star delighted her fans and followers over the Easter weekend as she revealed she and her husband Marcel Robin had welcomed their baby girl into the world.

The Sephora Savings Event is right around the corner, and Just Jared has some recommendations on what to add to your basket.

Guy Lodge Film Critic It’s no great slight to “Scoop” to say that it’s no more compelling than the real-life news broadcast on which it pivots. It’s also no less compelling than said broadcast, which was, after all, a doozy: the 2019 episode of “BBC Newsnight” in which anchor Emily Maitlis interviewed Prince Andrew about his friendship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Noah Kahan leading the way on both lists.The US singer-songwriter’s 2022 single ‘Stick Season’ enjoyed a viral resurgence towards the end of last year, and has earned 850,000 chart units in 2024 alone (via Official Charts).Additionally, the seven-week Number One is the most-streamed song of the year so far – having registered 99million plays since the start of 2024. ‘Stick Season’ has accumulated 1.4million chart units in total.Kahan achieved a second entry in the top 40 songs of the year so far run-down, with his Sam Fender-featuring version of ‘Homesick’ landing at Number 24.The musician’s 2022 third studio record, also titled ‘Stick Season’, has been named the UK’s biggest album of 2024 so far.

Giovanni Pernice has confirmed his near-future plans after one of his latest projects came to a sad end after an 'amazing journey'. Fans of the Strictly Come Dancing star saw him once again teamed up with show judge and friend Anton Du Beke for a new TV series.

K.J. Yossman Disney is licensing a number of its original series to BBC Studios-owned broadcaster UKTV. Among the shows that are set to appear on UKTV networks are Anne Frank drama “A Small Light” and all seven seasons of “Sons of Anarchy.” “A Small Light” is heading to UKTV’s free to air network Drama in May while the complete series of “Brothers and Sisters” will go to UKTV Play this spring followed by “Sons of Anarchy” in the summer.

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Giovanni Pernice has once again left his fans stunned as the Strictly Come Dancing star showed off more of his talents on social media. He's obviously known for being a talented dancer and has appeared in the BBC One dance contest since 2015.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who was reportedly “formerly offered” the role of the iconic martini-sipping secret agent earlier this month, his seal of approval.And Brosnan, who helmed the iconic 007 role from 1995 until 2002, said he “would definitely tip my hat to the fellow” to take over the reins.“I think the man has the chops and the talent and the charisma to play Bond, very much so,” Brosnan told RTÉ Radio 1. Brosnan worked with the “Bullet Train” actor, 33, on the 2009 movie “The Greatest,” for which he also served as a producer.The film saw Brosnan and Susan Sarandon star as a married couple grieving the death of their son, played by Taylor-Johnson.Reflecting on the project, Brosnan said the “Kick-Ass” actor was “the greatest in it.”“It’s a lovely movie with Aaron and Carey Mulligan, Susan Sarandon and myself,” he said of the “Tenet” star.The “November Man” actor also offered some sound advice for Taylor-Johnson following the rumored 007 casting.“Be bold.

Gorka Marquez has confirmed if he and Gemma Atkinson plan to expand their brood after she previously shared her thoughts on having more children. The Strictly Come Dancing star was heard chatting about his family during a new episode of his co-stars' travel series.

Naman Ramachandran BBC Studios, the commercial arm of the broadcaster, has acquired Spanish producer Brutal Media. Founded in 2009, Brutal Media’s credits include the recently announced original miniseries for Netflix, “Asalto Al Banco Central,” “The Academy” (Sony Pictures Television), “Vintage” (3cat), film “Killer Book Club” (Netflix), series “Welcome to Eden” (Netflix) and “The Hockey Girls” (Netflix, 3Cat), documentaries “The End of the Storm” (Sky TV, Liverpool FC) and “Murder by the Coast” (Netflix) and romantic comedy “I Love You Stupid” (Netflix).

New details about Princess Catherine‘s outfit during her latest sighting have emerged — and they’re not helping to deescalate conspiracy theories!

BritBox International has its new leader following BBC Studios‘ takeover of the streamer.

BBC Studios has acquired Werner Film Productions, the company behind Australian drama hit The Newsreader.

Marta Balaga Be afraid, be very afraid: Finnish mystery thriller “Icebreaker” has just revealed exclusive first-look photos. Set on a stranded icebreaker, it sees coast guard Sanna Tanner (Jessica Grabowsky) leading a rescue team. She comes across a group of survivors – and a frozen body – but over the course of six days, crew members start to disappear.