Prime time ITV drama starring Martin Clunes axed after just one series after shock ratings flop
IT was a primetime thriller with a big name leading the cast — but that wasn't enough to make Martin Clunes' drama Out There a hit.
I can confirm it won't be getting a second series, after the debut outing failed to get the ratings it needed.
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Martin Clunes' drama Out There has been axed after shock ratings flop
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Martin played Welsh farmer Nathan Williams, who got sucked into a criminal underworld
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The actor said last week: 'We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately.'
The disappointing viewing figures are all the more surprising given that Out There comes from Buffalo Pictures.
It is the same production company that teamed up with Martin on hit
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Last night, ITV confirmed his worst fears, saying: 'We are really proud of Out There and would like to thank Martin and the production team for delivering a brilliant series.
'We do always hope to see our series return and we are sorry we didn't get this drama to connect with a big enough audience to see that happen.'
Martin played Welsh farmer Nathan Williams, who got sucked into a criminal underworld.
The six-parter explored the issue of urban drug gangs operating in rural areas.
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They targeted Nathan's son Johnny, played by Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the real-life son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne.
Martin Clunes announces sad death of Doc Martin co-star live on air - two years after hit ITV show ended
Ryan's voice for underdog doc
HOLLYWOOD actor Ryan Reynolds is to narrate a new documentary series with breathtaking wildlife footage, about nature's underdogs.
It shows animals' hidden talents, surprising superpowers, odd parenting skills and gross grooming habits.
Underdogs is on Disney+ from June 16.
Cruises decks appeal
CHANNEL 4 is setting sail with a documentary series on cruises.
The summer eight-parter, being made under the name Secrets Of Supercruises, will follow Holland America's MS Rotterdam and MS Nieuw Statendam on three voyages.
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Channel 4 is working on a documentary series on cruises
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The cameras will capture action above and below deck on trips around the Caribbean, South America, North Africa and the Canary Islands.
Viewers also get to see onshore excursions, including rum-tasting and horse riding.
An insider said: 'The series will take viewers on a journey to some of the world's most beautiful places, but also give them insight into all the hard work it takes.'
Karen on Kevin divorce
STRICTLY's
She spoke to Celebs Go Dating relationships expert
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Strictly's Karen Hauer has opened up on the battle to save her three-year marriage
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Karen said: 'It hurt because we belonged together. I felt he distanced himself from me, but I was probably doing the same, because I felt that if you don't want me then OK, I'll retreat, I'll give you your space.
'I knew that I would've worked on it, I would've stayed. But at the same time, I couldn't be with someone who wasn't sure of whether they wanted to be with me or not.
'I couldn't just wait. He wanted a divorce, I didn't fight it. It was tough for him, tough for me.'
Kevin went on to find love with
DOVER DOC
CHANNEL 4 will take viewers inside the Port of Dover in a new series starting on Monday.
Dover 24/7: Britain's Busiest Port will follow staff as they make the crucial decisions that keep the key transport hub open, including managing its 15,000 passenger vehicles each day.
Legend's history in focus
MOVIE director Martin Scorsese is the subject of a five-part series for Apple TV+.
Called Mr. Scorsese, it is from fellow US filmmaker Rebecca Miller and will follow his career and personal history.
The documentary, which took five years to make, features interviews with friends, family and creative collaborators including
Goodfellas director Martin, who has been making movies for five decades, will weigh in on his own life, and how his experiences shaped each film he worked on.
A clean pair of Beales
ALBERT Square is no stranger to dodgy dealings, but Lauren Branning and Peter Beale find themselves in trouble during one of their upcoming escapades.
The EastEnders duo, who are played by
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Albert Square's Lauren Branning and Peter Beale find themselves in trouble during one of their upcoming escapades
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The EastEnders duo are played by Jacqueline Jossa and Thomas Law
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The pair, along with Peter's dad Ian, come up against a gang in what looks like a deal gone wrong.
Things quickly go from bad to worse when the trio are threatened with a cricket bat, and are forced to flee in a van.
It follows a bumpy few weeks for Lauren and Peter, who split up after the birth of their son Jimmy.
Doctors have said the baby is visually impaired, putting yet more strain on their relationship.
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