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Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Channel 5 fans ‘scared to go to bed' after watching Robson Green's new thriller – but that's not the biggest complaint
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHANNEL 5 fans 'scared to go to bed' after watching Robson Green's new thriller - but that's not the biggest complaint. The Game stars W1A star Jason Watkins as a retired detective called Huw Miller. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Channel 5 viewers have claimed they are terrified by The Game Credit: Channel 5 5 However, other viewers had a different complaint about the casting Credit: Channel 5 The former police officer remains haunted by one of his previous cases which remains unsolved. The open mystery on Channel 5 involved a sadistic serial killer who was nicknamed the Ripton Stalker. However, Patrick Harbottle (Robson Green) moves in next door with shocking repercussions. Miller is caught completely by surprise when his new neighbour repeats the killer's catchphrase. The officer is certain that he has finally cracked the case and caught the wanted man at large. Many viewers of the growing commercial network took to social media as they claimed they were struggling to watch the 'scary drama'. Writing on X - formerly known as Twitter - one fan stated: "Just watched Ep 2 and it really gets into your head !! Episode 3 behind the sofa!" A second claimed: "TheGame finding it a bit scary tbh, in fact, watched a fair bit through my fingers tonight." "Jason Watkins and Robson Green - a thrilling thriller - but I'm now too scared to go to bed!," wrote a third. However, the frightening aspect of the show isn't even the worst complaint for TV viewers. Grantchester fans stunned as Emmerdale favourite makes appearance alongside Robson Green Robson, 60, is known for his high-profile detective roles in Wire in the Blood and Grantchester. Many fans of the star could not believe that he was cast as the main antagonist in the new series. Another user commented: "Really enjoying this series #TheGame but I don't like #RobsonGreene being the bad guy. He's so lovely. Brilliant acting by both him and #JasonWatkins." "Is it just me, or wouldn't the casting have made more sense with Robson as the detective and Jason Watkins as the stalker? Tony Hill can't be the bad guy!," posted someone else. Top Channel 5 dramas Channel 5 has become a hub for gripping drama, these are some of the best My5 has to offer. All Creatures Great and Small - Based on the best-selling novels by real-life vet Alf Wright, the show revolves around a trio of vets working in the Yorkshire Dales in the late 1930s. Eccentric Siegfried Farnon (Samuel West) hires James Herriot (Nicholas Ralph) for his veterinary practice at Skeldale House alongside himself and his younger brother Tristan (Callum Woodhouse). There James settles into his new life and even finds love with local farmer's daughter Helen (Rachel Shenton). The Ex-Wife - New parents Tasha (Céline Buckens) and Jack (Tom Misson) seem to have the perfect life, but the constant presence of Jack's overly friendly but suspicious ex-wife Jen (Janet Montgomery) puts pressure on the couple. But as the series progresses it becomes less clear who the bad guy really is and how far everyone will go to get the life they think they deserve. Heat - EastEnders alum Danny Dyer leads this four-part action thriller, set in Australia, which sees two families holidaying together during bushfire season. But instead of rest and relaxation, secrets and lies start to unravel — and not everyone will make it out alive… Lie With Me - Another soap legend jets off to Australia, this time its EastEnders alum Charlie Brooks who takes as a married woman trying to saving her marriage by moving halfway around the world after her husband had an affair. However it's far from plain sailing, as a young and attractive live-in nanny comes to work with the Fallmont family, and tensions soon build and eventually, someone ends up dead. The Drowning - Jill Halfpenny plays Jodie, a woman whose life is shattered following the disappearance of her beloved four-year-old son, Daniel. However, ten years later, the grieving mother thinks she's finally found her missing child, and embarks on a journey to discover the truth about him. But has she really just found the son she has been missing for so long? And a sixth watcher added: "I can't believe the lovely #RobsonGreen has me watching from behind a cushion." 5 Many fans could not believe that Robson Green was cast as the antagonist Credit: Channel 5 5 Some viewers think his co-star Jason Watkins should be the villain instead Credit: Channel 5 5 Loose Women star Sunetra Sarker also stars in the hit drama Credit: Channel 5 The Game continues on Channel 5.
The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Channel 5 fans ‘scared to go to bed' after watching Robson Green's new thriller – but that's not the biggest complaint
CHANNEL 5 fans 'scared to go to bed' after watching Robson Green's new thriller - but that's not the biggest complaint. The Game stars W1A star 5 Channel 5 viewers have claimed they are terrified by The Game Credit: Channel 5 5 However, other viewers had a different complaint about the casting Credit: Channel 5 The former police officer remains haunted by one of his previous cases which remains unsolved. The open mystery on Channel 5 involved a sadistic serial killer who was nicknamed the Ripton Stalker. However, Patrick Harbottle ( Miller is caught completely by surprise when his new neighbour repeats the killer's catchphrase. READ MORE ON CHANNEL 5 DRAMAS The officer is certain that he has finally cracked the case and caught the wanted man at large. Many viewers of the growing commercial network took to social media as they claimed they were struggling to watch the 'scary drama'. Writing on X - formerly known as Twitter - one fan stated: "Just watched Ep 2 and it really gets into your head !! Episode 3 behind the sofa!" A second claimed: " TheGame finding it a bit scary tbh, in fact, watched a fair bit through my fingers tonight ." Most read in News TV "Jason Watkins and Robson Green - a thrilling thriller - but I'm now too scared to go to bed!," wrote a third. However, the frightening aspect of the show isn't even the worst complaint for TV viewers. Grantchester fans stunned as Emmerdale favourite makes appearance alongside Robson Green Robson, 60, is known for his high-profile detective roles in Wire in the Blood and Grantchester . Many fans of the star could not believe that he was cast as the main antagonist in the new series. Another user commented: "Really enjoying this series #TheGame but I don't like #RobsonGreene being the bad guy. He's so lovely. Brilliant acting by both him and #JasonWatkins." "Is it just me, or wouldn't the casting have made more sense with Robson as the detective and Jason Watkins as the stalker? Tony Hill can't be the bad guy!," posted someone else. Top Channel 5 dramas Channel 5 has become a hub for gripping drama, these are some of the best My5 has to offer. All Creatures Great and Small - Based on the best-selling novels by real-life vet Alf Wright, the show revolves around a trio of vets working in the Yorkshire Dales in the late 1930s. Eccentric Siegfried Farnon (Samuel West) hires James Herriot ( - New parents Tasha ( - Another soap legend jets off to Australia, this time its EastEnders alum And a sixth watcher added: "I can't believe the lovely #RobsonGreen has me watching from behind a cushion." 5 Many fans could not believe that Robson Green was cast as the antagonist Credit: Channel 5 5 Some viewers think his co-star Jason Watkins should be the villain instead Credit: Channel 5 5 Loose Women star Sunetra Sarker also stars in the hit drama Credit: Channel 5 The Game continues on Channel 5 .
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Channel 5 fans ‘scared to go to bed' after watching Robson Green's new thriller – but that's not the biggest complaint
CHANNEL 5 fans 'scared to go to bed' after watching Robson Green's new thriller - but that's not the biggest complaint. The Game stars W1A star Jason Watkins as a retired detective called Huw Miller. 5 The former police officer remains haunted by one of his previous cases which remains unsolved. The open mystery on Channel 5 involved a sadistic serial killer who was nicknamed the Ripton Stalker. However, Patrick Harbottle (Robson Green) moves in next door with shocking repercussions. Miller is caught completely by surprise when his new neighbour repeats the killer's catchphrase. The officer is certain that he has finally cracked the case and caught the wanted man at large. Many viewers of the growing commercial network took to social media as they claimed they were struggling to watch the 'scary drama'. Writing on X - formerly known as Twitter - one fan stated: "Just watched Ep 2 and it really gets into your head !! Episode 3 behind the sofa!" A second claimed: "TheGame finding it a bit scary tbh, in fact, watched a fair bit through my fingers tonight." "Jason Watkins and Robson Green - a thrilling thriller - but I'm now too scared to go to bed!," wrote a third. However, the frightening aspect of the show isn't even the worst complaint for TV viewers. Grantchester fans stunned as Emmerdale favourite makes appearance alongside Robson Green Robson, 60, is known for his high-profile detective roles in Wire in the Blood and Grantchester. Many fans of the star could not believe that he was cast as the main antagonist in the new series. Another user commented: "Really enjoying this series #TheGame but I don't like #RobsonGreene being the bad guy. He's so lovely. Brilliant acting by both him and #JasonWatkins." "Is it just me, or wouldn't the casting have made more sense with Robson as the detective and Jason Watkins as the stalker? Tony Hill can't be the bad guy!," posted someone else. Top Channel 5 dramas Channel 5 has become a hub for gripping drama, these are some of the best My5 has to offer. All Creatures Great and Small - Based on the best-selling novels by real-life vet Alf Wright, the show revolves around a trio of vets working in the Yorkshire Dales in the late 1930s. Eccentric Siegfried Farnon (Samuel West) hires James Herriot (Nicholas Ralph) for his veterinary practice at Skeldale House alongside himself and his younger brother Tristan (Callum Woodhouse). There James settles into his new life and even finds love with local farmer's daughter Helen (Rachel Shenton). The Ex-Wife - New parents Tasha (Céline Buckens) and Jack (Tom Misson) seem to have the perfect life, but the constant presence of Jack's overly friendly but suspicious ex-wife Jen (Janet Montgomery) puts pressure on the couple. But as the series progresses it becomes less clear who the bad guy really is and how far everyone will go to get the life they think they deserve. Heat - EastEnders alum Danny Dyer leads this four-part action thriller, set in Australia, which sees two families holidaying together during bushfire season. But instead of rest and relaxation, secrets and lies start to unravel — and not everyone will make it out alive… Lie With Me - Another soap legend jets off to Australia, this time its EastEnders alum Charlie Brooks who takes as a married woman trying to saving her marriage by moving halfway around the world after her husband had an affair. However it's far from plain sailing, as a young and attractive live-in nanny comes to work with the Fallmont family, and tensions soon build and eventually, someone ends up dead. The Drowning - Jill Halfpenny plays Jodie, a woman whose life is shattered following the disappearance of her beloved four-year-old son, Daniel. However, ten years later, the grieving mother thinks she's finally found her missing child, and embarks on a journey to discover the truth about him. But has she really just found the son she has been missing for so long? And a sixth watcher added: "I can't believe the lovely #RobsonGreen has me watching from behind a cushion." 5 5 5
The Courier
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Courier
Actor Robson Green films TV show in 'beautiful' Broughty Ferry with Gladiators star Sheli McCoy
Actor Robson Green has visited Broughty Ferry to film a new TV show with Gladiators star Sheli McCoy. The Soldier Soldier star went paddleboarding on the River Tay on Tuesday during filming for an episode of BBC Two series Robson Green's Weekend Escapes. The show, which sees Green travel across the country meeting famous faces along the way, is currently in its third season. The actor told The Courier that the episode will centre around activities 'that are good for your mental wellbeing', as recommended by Dundee-based gym owner McCoy. He said: 'We're here today filming BBC's Weekend Escapes, and we're taking roads less travelled to find hidden gems around the British countryside alongside a familiar, famous face. 'Today we were with Sheli McCoy. 'We go to places and see people who do activities that are good for your mental wellbeing. 'We met Lucy, who does paddle boarding around here on this beautiful and somewhat sunny day. 'There was, what you call up here, a haar, but it was joyous.' Green says he previously spent time in the area doing theatre productions in Kirkcaldy and has enjoyed fishing in Perthshire. However, he is less familiar with Dundee and Broughty Ferry. He added: 'The beauty about this area is you can come out of the city and in five minutes you're in the most idyllic countryside. 'This is an area I don't know that well and it is the guest (Sheli) who takes you to their favourite spots. 'When you're doing it with one of the Gladiators, you know it's going to be a bit of a workout. 'It was beautiful. I did fall in, but that's just me getting older. 'Sheli had her dog Alpha on the boards. 'It's always good to go out on the boards, especially on a day like this – it was great.' An exact date for the episode release has not been announced, but it is understood that it may not be on TV screens until early 2026. Green has most recently starred in Channel 5's new thriller The Game alongside Jason Watkins. He has also presented several series of the TV show Extreme Fishing, where he travels around the world in search of the best fishing locations. It comes after TV crews began filming for a new gameshow on a St Andrews beach this week. The Courier has also taken a look at five films shot in Tayside, Fife and Stirling that are set to be released.
Telegraph
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
The Game, review: murder, antiques and Robson Green in a polo neck
Oh, I do enjoy a Channel 5 thriller. They've got no pretensions. There's no great state-of-the-nation pontificating. Just some twists and turns and, in the case of The Game, Robson Green playing a slippery antiques repairer who may or may not be a serial killer out to murder his neighbours. What's not to like? It co-stars Jason Watkins as Huw Miller, struggling to adapt to retirement after a career as a detective. He has a lovely wife (Sunetra Sarker) and a decent golf handicap but is haunted by his failure to solve the case of the Ripton Stalker, who targeted victims for amusement before eventually murdering them. Then Patrick Harbottle (Green) moves in across the street. He smoothly befriends everyone in the neighbourhood – it's the kind of place where the women go round to each other's houses to drink white wine and moan about their middle-aged husbands, while the men repair to the pub to moan about being middle-aged – and immediately attracts the attention of the street's sexiest blonde, who murmurs: 'My God, he's so fit!' (you can see why Green was attracted to the script). After an evening out, Patrick says good night to Huw with the words: 'Catch you later.' Which is the sign-off that the Ripton Stalker used to taunt police. And there we have the set-up: is Patrick the killer who has taken up residence to torment Huw, or is Huw losing his grip on reality (we learn that he had a mental breakdown over the case years earlier) and about to make a terrible mistake? Watkins, in his third Channel 5 thriller after Coma and The Catch, is perfectly cast as the mild-mannered Huw, whose self-confidence is shot. He's not a million miles away from the character the actor plays in McDonald and Dodds. I did find myself wondering how he ended up with his wife, who is cheerful and full of energy, but opposites attract and all that. The two play it very naturally. Green, more often to be found portraying likeable blokes, clearly relishes a role which allows him to hint at the sinister. Patrick wears a lot of polo-necks, which is the TV signifier that someone might be evil. Huw struggles to convince anyone that Patrick is a danger. His neighbours turn against him, and former colleagues dismiss him as a joke – except one (Amber James), who wonders whether she should investigate Huw's hunches. The drama plays out across four nights this week and builds to the kind of histrionic end you'd expect, with some creepy moments along the way. I'm not sure why it has such a generic name – the working title was Catch You Later, which is much better. If something about the production feels a little off – besides the sight of suavely dressed man-about-town Patrick tootling off every day in his turquoise van – it could be because this depiction of British suburbia was actually shot in Spain's Basque country (for financial reasons). Channel 5 dramas aren't expensively done, but they're certainly entertaining.
