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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Gripping US crime drama which has fans hooked is now free to stream
This critically-acclaimed drama staring Sam Worthington and Paul Bettany is available to stream now on STV Player... A gripping US crime drama with an impressive 93% score on Rotten Tomatoes is now available to stream in full - and for free - across the UK, thanks to STV Player. Manhunt: Unabomber offers a compelling, fictionalised portrayal of the FBI's pursuit of one of America's most notorious domestic terrorists. The series unpacks the decade-long investigation into the 'Unabomber', who's string of deadly mail bombings killed three people and injured 23 others over a 20-year period. The eight-part series stars Sam Worthington, known best for his roles in Avatar and Hacksaw Ridge, as FBI profiler Jim "Fitz" Fitzgerald. A fresh face on the bureau's UNABOM Task Force (a joint law enforcement effort formed to investigate the Unabomber), he brings an unconventional approach to the case - the use of forensic linguistics - but he must first overcome internal skepticism and bureaucratic resistance. As the series unfolds, Fitz grapples not only with the unknown Unabomber but also with a task force reluctant to embrace his new methods. Can he cut through the red tape and finally catch the person responsible for wreaking havoc on the US for 20 years? Adding further to the gripping series, BAFTA nominated actor Paul Bettany, known best for his role in the marvel series WandaVision, stars as Ted Kaczynski. The deeply disturbed mathematician and former Berkley professor who was ultimately unmasked as the Unabomber in 1996. The series has received impressive reviews since it first launched. With the Hollywood Reporter describing it as "interesting in its depiction of how years of using traditional methods and failing to catch America's most notorious serial bomber gave way to something experimental and new." While the Los Angeles Times hailed the "equal parts true-crime drama, psychological thriller" as a "win on all fronts." Viewers have rated the series of Rotten Tomatoes leaving reviews. One review read: "While it runs for eight episodes, it does a solid job of maintaining the energy and interest throughout," leaving the show 4 out of 5 stars. While another viewer simply wrote: "Gripping and affecting, this is a gem," giving it 5 out of 5 stars. As a third said: "Gripping series that just blows the mind! Highly recommended! 5/5 Stars !!!" Manhunt: Unabomber is now part of STV Player's growing catalogue of international dramas, joining titles such as the Canadian legal series Burden of Truth, Irish police procedural Red Rock and New Zealand's longest running drama, Shortland Street. Viewers can also watch the follow-up series, Manhunt: Deadly Games, which delves into the FBI's investigation into the 1996 Olympic Games bombing, also streaming on STV Player through a content deal with distributor Lionsgate.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
'Mind-blowing' series is now available to stream for free
The critically-acclaimed series has a 93% Rotten Tomatoes rating, and is based on the real-life hunt for the Unabomber, who terrorised the US with a 20-year bombing campaign The celebrated US drama Manhunt: Unabomber, with an impressive 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, is now accessible for streaming at no cost in the UK. Initially launched on Netflix, the series has found its new home on STV Player, which serves viewers across the UK. Manhunt: Unabomber offers a dramatised retelling of the gruelling FBI pursuit to capture the 'Unabomber', a notorious criminal genius whose campaign of domestic terrorism spanned decades, resulting in three fatalities and 23 injuries. In this compelling eight-part series, A-list actor Sam Worthington portrays Jim "Fitz" Fitzgerald, a rookie FBI profiler determined to apprehend the cunning terrorist. The intelligence and skill of the Unabomber aren't the only hurdles for Fitz, as he confronts the internal struggles within the UNABOM Task Force – the joint law enforcement group established to pursue the Unabomber's case, reports Surrey Live. Although Fitz introduces the innovative technique of forensic linguistics to the investigation, it faces scepticism from his peers in the task force due to its unorthodox nature. With obstacles looming, the question remains whether Fitz can navigate the bureaucratic impediments to secure the capture of the mastermind behind two decades of terror in the United States. Adding to the star-powered cast, BAFTA nominee Paul Bettany features as Ted Kaczynski, the mathematical prodigy and ex-Berkeley professor, who was eventually exposed as the Unabomber in 1996. Critics have showered the series with accolades, with The Hollywood Reporter describing it as "interesting in its depiction of how years of using traditional methods and failing to catch America's most notorious serial bomber gave way to something experimental and new". The Los Angeles Times has extolled the series, which is part thriller, part true-crime drama, as a "win on all fronts". Fans of the Manhunt anthology can also indulge in the second series, Manhunt: Deadly Games, available on STV Player, following the FBI pursuit of the 1996 Olympic Games bomber. If Manhunt isn't quite your thing, STV Player offers a rich variety of alternatives. Among these are the Canadian legal drama Burden of Truth, the Irish police procedural Red Rock, and New Zealand's longest-standing soap opera, Shortland Street, all ready for viewing.
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Code of Silence ITV: how many episodes are left?
Code of Silence has just a few episodes left on ITV 📺 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Code of Silence continues to thrill audiences. It is set to continue on ITV tonight. But how many episodes are left in the series? Code of Silence will continue with another thrilling instalment to end the Bank Holiday weekend. Viewers are being treated to double helping for the second week in a row. Rose Ayling-Ellis leads the cast of this six-part series. ITV was hailed 'genius' by viewers for a special ad-break to raise awareness for deafness. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But when will the next episode be on TV? Here's all you need to know: How many episodes of Code of Silence are left? Charlotte Ritchie as DS Ashleigh Francis and Rose Ayling-Ellis as Alison Brooks in Code of Silence. | Mammoth/ ITV The show will have six episodes in total, ITV has announced. The latest installment airing today (May 26) will be the fourth and that leaves just two more before the conclusion. Code of Silence's full boxset is available to stream on ITVX/ STV Player already if you can't wait to find out what will happen. Based on the previous schedule, the last two episodes will be released on June 1 and 2. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad When is Code of Silence on TV next and start time? The fourth episode of Code of Silence will be broadcast on TV today (May 26). It is the second episode to be broadcast over the Bank Holiday weekend. It will be live on ITV1/ STV at 9pm this evening, it has been confirmed. The episode will last for approximately an hour and finish at around 10pm. What to expect from Code of Silence today? The preview for the fourth episode, via Radio Times , read: 'Alison is invited on a lavish trip to a luxurious hotel with Liam and soon discovers that he is using her as cover to spy on Amir Joshi and his family. 'She is convinced she can walk the fine line between her duty to the police and their undeniable connection, but she wavers when Liam opens up about his troubled past and she realises she is falling in love.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scotsman
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Code of Silence ITV: how many episodes are left?
Code of Silence has just a few episodes left on ITV 📺 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Code of Silence continues to thrill audiences. It is set to continue on ITV tonight. But how many episodes are left in the series? Code of Silence will continue with another thrilling instalment to end the Bank Holiday weekend. Viewers are being treated to double helping for the second week in a row. Rose Ayling-Ellis leads the cast of this six-part series. ITV was hailed 'genius' by viewers for a special ad-break to raise awareness for deafness. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But when will the next episode be on TV? Here's all you need to know: How many episodes of Code of Silence are left? Charlotte Ritchie as DS Ashleigh Francis and Rose Ayling-Ellis as Alison Brooks in Code of Silence. | Mammoth/ ITV The show will have six episodes in total, ITV has announced. The latest installment airing today (May 26) will be the fourth and that leaves just two more before the conclusion. Code of Silence's full boxset is available to stream on ITVX/ STV Player already if you can't wait to find out what will happen. Based on the previous schedule, the last two episodes will be released on June 1 and 2. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad When is Code of Silence on TV next and start time? The fourth episode of Code of Silence will be broadcast on TV today (May 26). It is the second episode to be broadcast over the Bank Holiday weekend. It will be live on ITV1/ STV at 9pm this evening, it has been confirmed. The episode will last for approximately an hour and finish at around 10pm. What to expect from Code of Silence today? The preview for the fourth episode, via Radio Times , read: 'Alison is invited on a lavish trip to a luxurious hotel with Liam and soon discovers that he is using her as cover to spy on Amir Joshi and his family. 'She is convinced she can walk the fine line between her duty to the police and their undeniable connection, but she wavers when Liam opens up about his troubled past and she realises she is falling in love.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Glasgow Times
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Crime drama written by Glasgow doorman to screen at TV festival
The festival, which runs from May 29 to June 1, is the creation of Scottish author, producer, and screenwriter Claire Duffy. It aims to spotlight Glasgow's TV talent while driving change to help the crisis-hit Scottish TV industry. Now, a new event has been added to the festival line-up. On Saturday, May 31, there will be a Q&A and special screening event of the Glasgow crime drama Concrete Jungle. The drama, which has attracted a large audience on STV Player since its release, was written by former Glasgow doorman Anton O'Donnell. Anton will appear at the special Glasgow screening to discuss the creation of his hit show. Some of the cast of Concrete Jungle, including writer Anton O'Donnell (Image: Supplied) Read more: Gritty Glasgow gangland film available to watch for free on STV Player This adds to the long list of events planned for the festival, including the Glasgow Telly Legends Pick of the Pilots Event on Thursday, May 29, from 7.30pm to 9pm at Maison by Glaschu. A host of Scottish TV talent, including actors Colin McCredie, Blythe Duff, Sanjeev Kohli, Jordan Young, Karen Bartke, Chris Forbes, Siobhan Redmond, and Maureen Beattie, are involved in the festival activities and events. The festival will feature a series of events across the city, spotlighting Glasgow's writers, producers, directors, and actors. The Glasgow public, known for its direct feedback, will be key to spotting potential TV hits through an innovative audience feedback app. The festival opens with a panel discussion from stars and creators of some of the most iconic Glasgow series. The final cast has also been revealed for the TV Pilot Open Mic Night, taking place at BAAD on Sunday, June 1, from 2pm to 4pm. Read more: Scottish TV stars back first-ever Glasgow Telly Festival Claire Duffy, founder and organiser of the festival, said: "The level of interest in the festival has been incredible, and quite overwhelming. "From TV talent who want to be involved, to people supporting from behind the scenes, it's been wonderful to see the strength of community that exists within the Scottish TV industry. "The whole idea behind all of the events is to give actors, directors, and writers - all at any stage of their career - the chance to showcase their work, and to really bring audiences into the fold to share their views. "I have no doubt that, collectively over time, we can bring creativity, opportunity, and prosperity back into the Scottish TV industry, and the Glasgow Telly Festival is just the start of what will be a very exciting journey."
