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The Guardian
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
TV tonight: a tense German crime drama based on real life murder cases
9pm, BBC Four This German drama is based on the real police investigation into two murders in 2016. When a woman goes missing on her run, a local search potentially interferes with evidence. Her body is found 72 hours later, and detectives Barbara Kramer and Thomas Riedle get on the case. But then another woman cycling home is killed. Are they connected to a murder committed four years earlier? Hollie Richardson 6.50pm, BBC One As this rollercoaster season reaches its climax, the odds seem stacked against the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) – we last saw him tumbling in freefall. The world is being smashed to bits by wicked double act the Rani (Archie Panjabi and Anita Dobson). But will cracking open the Underverse unleash an ancient power? Graeme Virtue 8.20m, Channel 4 All aboard the world's most famous steam train – and the first to reach 100mph and circumnavigate the world – in this two-part documentary. It starts with an innovative design by Nigel Gresley, with a vision of shorter journey times and more passengers, which led to the Flying Scotsman being built in 1923. HR 9.20pm, BBC One No one is in a hurry to solve the 70-year-old cold case, but there's plenty of other fun to be had in this Australian adaptation of the novel by Liane Moriarty. Sophie and Veronika interview an attractive detective on the mainland and rifle through Alice's wardrobe, while Margie starts her first photography class. Ellen E Jones 9.30pm, BBC Two The Boss's recent trip to Britain was notable for his trenchantly expressed views on Donald Trump. This evocative documentary recalls more innocent times, focusing on a 1975 visit during which he played two shows in London in support of his Born to Run album and, according to those interviewed here, changed lives in the process. Phil Harrison 9.45pm, ITV1 The Aussie dating-gone-wrong drama continues and Birdie (Asher Keddie) is excited to take new fella Joe (David Wenham) to her best mate's wedding. When he calls to say he's having financial problems, Birdie does everything she can to help – then questions if he'll make it to the airport. HR See How They Run, 9.20pm, Channel 4 Part affectionate throwback to classic Agatha Christie, part knowing sendup, Tom George's engaging comic whodunnit is set in the wake of a murder after the 100th West End performance of The Mousetrap in 1953. The corpse is lecherous American director Leo Kopernick (Adrien Brody), who was due to film a version of the play. Sozzled Insp Stoppard (Sam Rockwell) and eager, naive PC Stalker (Saoirse Ronan) are put on the case, with a star-stuffed cast of suspects – Ruth Wilson, David Oyelowo, Reece Shearsmith, Harris Dickinson – joining in the fun. Simon Wardell Cycling: Giro d'Italia, 9.15am, TNT Sports 3 Stage 20 from Verrès to Sestrière. Tennis: French Open, 10am, TNT Sports 1 Third-round ties at Roland Garros. Gymnastics: European Championships, noon, BBC Two The apparatus finals on the last day. Premiership Rugby Union: Bristol Bears v Harlequins, 2pm, TNT Sports 1 From Ashton Gate. Super League Rugby: Leeds Rhinos v Wakefield Trinity, 4pm, BBC Two At Headingley Stadium. Champions League Football: PSG v Inter Milan, 6pm, TNT Sports 1 The final from Munich.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BBC viewers break down in tears as all episodes of 'masterpiece' family drama hit iPlayer - and they 'binge every episode in one day'
BBC viewers broke down in tears after all instalments of a 'masterpiece' family drama finally hit iPlayer - binging 'every episode in one day'. The Last Anniversary, which hit the on-demand platform on Saturday, follows journalist Sophie (Teresa Palmer) after she inherits her ex-boyfriend's great-aunt's house on the remote, fictional Scribbly Gum Island. As she settles in, she also attempts to solve a 50-year-old local cold case that has haunted the island - and drawn in true crime tourists - for years. The Australian six-part comedy-drama, first released down under in March, is based on the 2005 novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, the author behind Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers. Alongside lead Teresa (The Fall Guy), it also stars Oscar-nominated British actress Miranda Richardson (Good Omens) and Australian actress Danielle Macdonald (The Tourist). Co-produced by Nicole Kidman and Liane herself, among others, it has impressed critics and viewers alike, whose reviews and comments online sing their praises for the high-quality show. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The Australian six-part comedy-drama, first released down under in March, is based on the 2005 novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, the author behind Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers One viewer said on X: 'I just binged The Last Anniversary on iPlayer, that was good.' Another added: 'I'm three episodes deep and I'm loving this! Phenomenal cast and the story is really well written too.' Someone else wrote on Rotten Tomatoes: 'Sitting here absolutely crying my eyes out because this show is a masterpiece.' One user also said: 'Excellent show. I'm really enjoying it.' The Guardian 's review read: 'The tone of this gracefully crafted adaptation of Liane Moriarty's bestselling novel is tender and mysterious, imbued with a soft literary quality.' The Independent similarly gave it high praise, dubbing the literary adaptation 'thought-provoking, hilarious and scrumptiously well-acted': 'This new six-parter isn't milking a franchise, it's launching one.' Common Sense Media, meanwhile, said: 'The mystery is mostly backdrop to a patient, lovely drama that delves into the complexities of family, motherhood and relationships.' The BBC synopsis reads: 'When Sophie Honeywell mysteriously inherits a house on Scribbly Gum Island, her arrival threatens to unearth secrets held close by three generations of women.' It has impressed critics and viewers alike, whose reviews and comments online sing their praises for the high-quality show It also bills the drama as a 'gripping mystery about family, motherhood and the women who define the generations that come after them'. Sue Deeks, head of BBC programme acquisition, dubbed the show 'an entertaining drama full of vivid characters, comedy and romance, with a compelling mystery at its heart'. She continued: 'I'm sure BBC viewers will thoroughly enjoy their visit to beautiful Scribbly Gum Island.' Though the inheritance comes as a surprise, and the islanders give her a somewhat frosty reception upon her arrival, Sophie quickly realises it could be the fresh start she has been looking for. Single and nearing 40, she is also drawn in by her elderly benefactor's promise that the island may well bring her romance at last. We learn the mystery somehow concerns two sisters - one of them being the elderly woman Sophie inherits the house from - along with a couple who went missing and a baby who was abandoned. But exactly how it is all connected remains to be seen. It is another victory for the BBC, after it announced last week it was welcoming back a legendary sitcom for a brand new series - to fans' delight. First released in 2006, it follows unambitious layabout Lee, played by the funny man (pictured), and his best friend's sister Lucy (Sally Bretton, pictured), who is also the landlady of his London flatshare Not Going Out, the award-winning popular show created by comedian Lee Mack, is set for a comeback for a six-part series 14, around two years after the latest episodes aired. First released in 2006, it follows unambitious layabout Lee, played by the funny man, and his best friend's sister Lucy (Sally Bretton), who is also the landlady of his London flatshare. A will-they-won't-they romance between the two unfolded over several series, until the unlikely couple married in the season seven finale, just before having a baby. The eighth series jumped eight years into the future, with all subsequent instalments following their chaotic family life with three children. And now series 14 will move the story on several years more, when the couple are empty nesters and moved out of their suburban family home - but still up to plenty of antics.
CNET
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNET
'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2: How to Watch Episode 3 of the Nicole Kidman Drama
Nine Perfect Strangers has returned to streaming. The addictive drama first premiered on Hulu in 2021. It broke viewership records, becoming the streamer's most-watched original of all time at the time of premiere. The series, which was based on the book by Liane Moriarty (Big Little Lies), was co-created by David E. Kelley and followed a group of visitors who sought self-improvement at a health and wellness resort called Tranquillum House, run by a mysterious woman named Masha, played by Nicole Kidman. Four years have passed, and the show is back in a new locale (the Austrian Alps), with a new cast of characters looking to make their wellness... weller(?). This means more twists and turns are on the horizon. While the first installment followed the events of the book, these new episodes are based on an original concept, so not much is known about where this new story will go. Kidman, who returns as Masha, is joined by cast members Henry Golding, Mark Strong, Lena Olin, Annie Murphy, Christine Baranski, Lucas Englander, King Princess, Murray Bartlett, Dolly de Leon, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, and Aras Aydin. Read on to find out more information about how to watch season 2 of Nine Perfect Strangers. Read more: Hulu Review: Strong Library of Network TV and Exciting Originals at a Competitive Price Nicole Kidman returns as Masha alongside cast newcomers Henry Golding, Mark Strong, Lena Olin, Annie Murphy, Christine Baranski, Lucas Englander, King Princess, Murray Bartlett, Dolly de Leon, Maisie Richardson-Sellers and Aras Aydin in season 2 of Nine Perfect Strangers. Disney When to watch season 2 of Nine Perfect Strangers The third episode of season 2 will premiere on Wednesday, May 28, on Hulu. The remaining five episodes will air weekly on Wednesdays until the finale drops on July 2. You can choose from two Hulu plans. The ad-supported version costs $10 a month or $100 a year. If you prefer to skip the commercials, you can sign up for the ad-free version, which costs $19 monthly and does not offer an annual payment option.
Metro
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
BBC quietly adds Australian drama that left fans 'crying their eyes out'
UK viewers can now watch a 'masterpiece' drama based on a book written by the same author of Big Little Lies. Based on the 2005 novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, the author of Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers, The Last Anniversary is a comedy-drama 'wrapped in a gripping mystery about family, motherhood and the women who define the generations that come after them'. The six-part series stars Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy), Miranda Richardson (Good Omens) and Danielle Macdonald (The Tourist). Set on the fictional Scribbly Gum Island, it's been teased the setting is a 'place of many secrets'. After a young couple disappeared there decades earlier, true crime tourists flock to the island, however for three generations of women that call Scribbly Gum home, hold far more. When Sophie Honeywell (Teresa) inherits a house on the island, left to her by her ex-boyfriend's great-aunt Connie, it's the fresh start she's craving, despite the unwelcome reception she receives on arrival. Single and approaching 40, Sophie is intrigued by something else Connie left her – a promise that she might finally find the man of her dreams… To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video When the series was first released in Australia and the United States in March, one fan said it 'left them in tears'. In its review, The Guardian wrote: 'The tone of this gracefully crafted adaptation of Liane Moriarty's bestselling novel is tender and mysterious, imbued with a soft literary quality.' 'The mystery is mostly backdrop to a patient, lovely drama that delves into the complexities of family, motherhood, and relationships,' Common Sense Media shared. 'Sure, it's heavy on the symbolism and the drama isn't exactly nuanced or subtle, but fans of Moriarty's brand of storytelling should definitely find themselves well engrossed by the time the first hour is up,' The Post NZ added. More Trending This week the show was finally added to BBC iPlayer, with all episodes now available to watch. The BBC's head of programme acquisition Sue Deeks said the series was 'an entertaining drama full of vivid characters, comedy and romance, with a compelling mystery at its heart'. The Last Anniversary was co-produced by Nicole Kidman and also stars Helen Thomson (Colin from Accounts), Susan Prior (Animal Kingdom), Claude Scott-Mitchell (The Dry), Charlie Garber (Barons), Uli Latukefu (Young Rock) and Jeremy Lindsay Taylor (Force of Nature: The Dry 2). View More » The Last Anniversary is streaming on BBC iPlayer. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: All EastEnders cast returns, exits and new arrivals coming up in 2025 MORE: Why is Gary Lineker leaving Match of the Day and who is replacing him? MORE: Walking With Dinosaurs viewers devastated as major change has 'ruined' beloved show
Telegraph
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
The Last Anniversary, review: it couldn't be more ‘beach read' if it came with a bottle of sun cream
The BBC has bought an adaptation of a Liane Moriarty novel and stuck it in the Saturday night slot, which is where TV dramas go to die. Moriarty gave us the more-ish thriller Big Little Lies, and while The Last Anniversary (BBC One) is superficially similar – the main characters are all women who live by the sea – it is dull as ditch water. The synopsis couldn't be more 'beach read' if it came with a free bottle of sun cream: 'When Sophie Honeywell mysteriously inherits a house on Scribbly Gum Island, her arrival threatens to unearth secrets held close by the three generations of women who call the island home.' Scribbly Gum Island sounds promisingly funny, but it's not. It's just the kind of name you get in Moriarty's native Australia, where the series is set. Miranda Richardson, wearing a long, grey wig, is the best-known cast member to British viewers, and you may recognise Danielle Macdonald as the quirky cop from The Tourist. It's an ensemble piece, but the focus of the first episode is Sophie (Teresa Palmer), who is surprised to learn that she has inherited the Scribbly Gum house from Connie, the family matriarch. It's mostly a surprise because Sophie is a relative stranger who last saw the brood when she was jilting Connie's nephew. Still, moving onto an island surrounded by Connie's hostile relatives is preferable to her current set-up in the city, where she is struggling through IVF treatment and going on dates with terrible men. A subplot briefly takes us back to 1974, when Connie and her sister Rose (Richardson) rescued an abandoned baby whose parents had suddenly upped and left. This has come to be known as the Baby Munro Mystery and has so intrigued Australians that family members run tours of the house where the child was found. It is now filled with props, including a replica of the marble cake discovered cooling on the worktop on that fateful night. The recipe for it is available to buy in the island gift shop. This tour takes place at the beginning of episode one and suggests that the series will be off-beat, but instead we simply get an uninspired soap opera in which Miranda Richardson does a lot of wild swimming. Multi-generational family sagas can work well in a novel, and perhaps this one does, but as a TV show it's dramatically inert. Scenes are just there to mark time until another skeleton falls out of the closet, One of the characters battles postnatal depression after a traumatic birth and there are dark moments, but mostly it just looks nice, with the pleasantly sound-tracked shots of Sophie moving into her new home resembling an advert for a building society. There is a meet-cute at a funeral. The worst detail of all is that, when Connie and Rose took in the baby whose parents mysteriously disappeared, they named her… Enigma. I confess that I couldn't make it to the last episode without giving up. I googled the ending instead, because life's too short.
