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Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
ITV axe drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "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.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. Recommended Reading ITV daytime shake-up to GMB, Lorraine and Loose Women Who are Britain's Got Talent 2025 finalists? Full list Reports huge ITV star could leave broadcaster amid overhaul of daytime schedule On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. The ITV series also starred Mark Lewis Jones, who is best known for appearing in Keeping Faith, The Lighthouse, Gangs of London and The Good Liar.
South Wales Guardian
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
ITV axe drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "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.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. Recommended Reading ITV daytime shake-up to GMB, Lorraine and Loose Women Who are Britain's Got Talent 2025 finalists? Full list Reports huge ITV star could leave broadcaster amid overhaul of daytime schedule On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. The ITV series also starred Mark Lewis Jones, who is best known for appearing in Keeping Faith, The Lighthouse, Gangs of London and The Good Liar.
Powys County Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
ITV axe drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
ITV has cancelled a primetime drama starring Martin Clunes, part of which was filmed in Powys, after just one series. Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Filming for the series took in various parts of Wales, including some farm scenes that were shot in the Brecon Beacon s. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: — Coronation Street (@itvcorrie) May 13, 2025 According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. ITV axes Out There drama starring Martin Clunes Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "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.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ITV axe primetime drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
ITV has cancelled a primetime drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series. Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: — Coronation Street (@itvcorrie) May 13, 2025 According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "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.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. Recommended Reading ITV daytime shake-up to GMB, Lorraine and Loose Women Who are Britain's Got Talent 2025 finalists? Full list Reports huge ITV star could leave broadcaster amid overhaul of daytime schedule On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. The ITV series also starred Mark Lewis Jones, who is best known for appearing in Keeping Faith, The Lighthouse, Gangs of London and The Good Liar.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Upset as Martin Clunes-fronted ITV drama axed after one series
ITV series, Out There, has Martin Clunes take on the role of a father trying to protect his son, Johnny, after he gets involved with a drug dealer Martin Clunes' ITV drama, Out There, is getting the axe after only one series following the debut receiving a lower viewership rating than anticipated. The series has Martin take on the role of a father trying to protect his son, Johnny, after he gets involved with a drug dealer, Rhys. After a shocking murder, Johnny calls his dad, Nathan, for help to remove the body. At the same time, Nathan is dealing with rich third-party investors trying to take his and his elderly neighbours' farm. Despite the endless drama and action, the series failed to rake in the viewership it wanted. The actor said to The Sun: 'We were keen on doing a second series, but ITV aren't, it seems. It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately.' This week, ITV confirmed the news, 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 previously opened up about the uncertainty of his acting career and the possibility of returning to his role in Doc Martin. The Men Behaving Badly star shared his thoughts on the precarious nature of the television industry, claiming it is in a "funny state" with a lot of "nervousness" and a lack of "confidence." Best known for his portrayal of the grumpy GP in ITV's hit series Doc Martin, the actor expressed concerns over his future projects due to the challenges of being self-employed in the acting world. The hit series, which had a successful run from 2007 to 2022, aired its final episode air during Christmas three years ago, leaving fans wanting more. Speaking to i weekend, Martin revealed: "Television is in a funny state. There's a lot of nervousness, not much confidence. I've been self-employed for so long and there's always a part of me thinking: 'What am I going to do next? I don't have a job coming up. It has ground to a halt'." The series was a family affair produced by his wife, Philippa Braithwaite, and their company Buffalo Pictures, but Martin seemed reluctant to return to the charming village of Portwenn. He went on to say: "I never got sick of it. There was never a negative thought about it, but it ended quite organically and I sort of don't miss it. It hasn't felt like having a limb off or anything."
