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Is ‘SAS Rogue Heroes' returning for season 3? Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on July 16, 2025, 19:30 IST Last updated July 16, 2025, 19:57 IST Fans of the gripping World War II drama SAS Rogue Heroes are buzzing with excitement, eagerly awaiting news about a potential third season. Created by Steven Knight, the mastermind behind Peaky Blinders , the series has captivated audiences with its intense action, historical intrigue, and unforgettable characters. With Season 2 ending on a thrilling cliffhanger in January 2025, viewers are desperate to know: is Rogue Heroes Season 3 happening? Here's everything we know so far about the show's future, including release date speculation, plot details, cast updates, and more. Will There Be a Rogue Heroes Season 3? The big question: has the BBC given SAS Rogue Heroes Season 3 the green light? As of now, there's no official word, which is honestly a bit maddening. But don't lose hope just yet—there's plenty to suggest we're not done with the SAS. Steven Knight, the genius behind Peaky Blinders and the show's creator, dropped some serious hints on Playlist's Bingeworthy podcast. He said, 'There's no way we're stopping there. The story's got legs.' He even got me hyped talking about Jack O'Connell's Paddy Mayne, teasing, 'Wait 'til you see what's next for him. It's wild.' That's not the kind of talk you hear if a show's getting shelved, right? Knight's got big plans, too. He's mentioned wanting to follow the SAS all the way to the end of World War II and maybe even a smidge beyond. Season 1 pulled in a massive 9.4 million viewers, and Season 2's been getting rave reviews, with critics calling it a 'rollicking good time.' The BBC's no stranger to renewing fan favorites—Season 2 was confirmed the same day Season 1 wrapped—so I'm betting we'll hear something soon. Fingers crossed! Who Will Be in the Cast of Rogue Heroes Season 3? No official cast list yet, but let's talk about who we're likely to see. Jack O'Connell as Paddy Mayne is the heart of the show, and with Knight hyping up his arc, he's a lock to return. The guy's electric—every scene he's in feels like it could explode. Other familiar faces we'd expect include: Sofia Boutella as Eve Mansour, who dodged death in Season 1 and came back strong in Season 2. Theo Barklem-Biggs as Reg Seekings, the tough-as-nails sergeant. Jacob Ifan as Pat Riley, another SAS stalwart. Bobby Schofield as Dave Kershaw, who's been a fan favorite. Corin Silva as Jim Almonds, steady as ever. Stuart Campbell as Bill Fraser, assuming his story continues. Jacob McCarthy as Johnny Cooper, one of the younger recruits. What about Connor Swindells as David Stirling? That's trickier. Historically, Stirling was stuck in Colditz Castle as a POW during this period, and Season 2 reflected that. Unless Knight cooks up a clever way to bring him back, his role might be smaller. Same goes for Gwilym Lee as Bill Stirling, who stepped away from the SAS in Season 2. On the flip side, newer faces like Mark Rowley (Jock McDiarmid) and Jack Barton (John Tonkin) could get more screen time. Sadly, Alfie Allen's Jock Lewes is gone for good after his Season 1 exit. When Might Season 3 Hit Our Screens? While no official release date has been announced, we can make educated guesses based on the show's production timeline. Season 1 premiered in October 2022, and Season 2 followed in January 2025, with filming for Season 2 taking place in 2023. If Rogue Heroes Season 3 follows a similar schedule, production could begin in late 2025 or early 2026, potentially leading to a release in late 2026 or early 2027. Some sources speculate a fall 2026 release, aligning with the show's previous autumn-to-winter release pattern. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
The Independent
11-07-2025
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- The Independent
Manchester prepares for first Oasis gig in nearly 16 years
Oasis are set to play their first Manchester gig in nearly 16 years on Friday, as part of their highly anticipated world reunion tour. The band will perform five sold-out shows at Heaton Park, with the city embracing their return through initiatives like Liam Gallagher's voice on tram announcements. The reunion tour follows Noel Gallagher quitting the band in 2009 after a backstage altercation with his brother Liam. The tour has faced controversy over dynamic ticket pricing, with some standard tickets jumping from £148 to £355, prompting a government and watchdog review. After their Manchester dates, Oasis will continue their tour across the UK, Ireland, and then globally, with a movie produced by Steven Knight also being made in conjunction with the reunion.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
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Oasis' Liam Gallagher Apologizes for Using Racial Slur: 'Sorry If I Offended Anyone'
Liam Gallagher has issued an apology for using a racial slur in a social media post earlier this week. The Oasis singer took to X on Tuesday, where he wrote an apology for a since-deleted post he made Monday using a slur used to mock East Asian people, per The Independent. More from The Hollywood Reporter As Oasis Kicks Off Their Reunion Tour, the Band Gives Fans Fresh Merch and Clothing Collabs Derek A.E. Fuhrmann, Co-Writer of Phillip Phillips' "Gone, Gone, Gone," Dies at 44 "Golden" Moment: How 'KPop Demon Hunters' Created the Year's Catchiest Soundtrack 'Sorry if I offended anyone with my tweet before it wasn't intentional you know I love you all and I do not discriminate. peace and love LG x,' he wrote in the apology post. In the X post (that is still available to view via screenshots), Gallagher used the racial slur, to which one user wrote, 'liam you can't say that.' He replied, 'Why,' which was met with another user writing back, 'Cuz its racist.' The singer subsequently responded by writing, 'Behave.' Gallagher's offensive post came shortly ahead of Oasis' long-awaited reunion tour, which will begin in Wales tomorrow. The English rock band announced the tour last September, first revealing dates for the U.K. before announcing dates in the U.S., Canada and Mexico soon after. The band recently revealed they would be releasing an accompanying film tied to the concerts as well, directed by Steven Knight. The Gallagher brothers' relationship has been notoriously fraught in the past, with the group officially breaking up 15 years ago, making their reunion tour one of the most anticipated concert tours of 2025. After two shows in Wales, Oasis will play 10 shows in England, three in Scotland and two in Ireland before they finally start the North American leg in Toronto on Aug. 24. Best of The Hollywood Reporter From 'Party in the U.S.A.' to 'Born in the U.S.A.': 20 of America's Most Patriotic (and Un-Patriotic) Musical Offerings Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025
ABC News
21-06-2025
- ABC News
Old Parramatta Gaol could be major tourist spot if development concerns addressed, advocates say
Steven Knight remembers his tiny cell, the "yuck" food, and a NAIDOC Week painting he worked on at Old Parramatta Gaol. He was 25 when he served time and said there were a "lot of good people" but "a lot of bad people" inside too. "A lot of people trying to do bad things to themselves. That's no good. Lot of fights," Mr Knight said. A quarter of a century after his release, he still visits the jail in North Parramatta — not just as an ex-inmate but also as one of its owners as a member of the Deerrubbin Land Council. Old Parramatta Gaol opened in 1842 as a final bid to build a jail in Sydney's west, after previous attempts were either burnt down or poorly constructed. It would eventually become the state's principal manufacturing jail, with prisoners making and supplying clothing, boots, food, and other products across New South Wales. The medium-security facility housed thousands of prisoners over its operation, incarcerating infamous criminals such as prison escapee Darcy Dugan and underworld figure Neddy Smith. In 2011, the state government decommissioned the jail after changes to bail laws lowered prison population demands. Five years later, Deerrubbin Land Council won it back in a successful land claim and has owned the jail ever since. Yet, as nearly a decade has passed by, the land council has been put into administration. Heritage advocates have raised questions on how the jail can be used in the future, as the area around it continues to grow. Currently, if a land council wins a claim, they may be eligible for transitional funding under the state's Environment Protection Authority, which can ease the immediate costs. However, in 2015, transitional funding was not an option, with the Deerrubbin Land Council having to fund any fixes to Old Parramatta Gaol itself. "The significant pieces of land are returned to us with a range of refurbishment needs … the dollars needed to remedy lots of that are enormous," co-chair of the NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWLAC) Ray Kelly said. Maintenance costs take a financial toll on local land councils, with sites often being handed back in disrepair. Mr Kelly said historical sites were often given back with contamination problems like asbestos or hazardous waste, as well as annual upkeep payments. In 2021, the land council lodged a development application to Parramatta City Council to host music festivals, markets, educational seminars and weddings. However, the application was rejected due to planning policy noncompliance and concerns surrounding heritage impacts and transport accessibility. "There are challenges such as the legacy issues pertaining to a correctional centre with a very specific use and the size and composition of the site that requires extensive remediation, planning and also funding to optimise and activate," Tim Gumbleton, administrator of Deerubbin Land Council said. The land council's administration status presents another barrier to development; however, Mr Gumbleton said it would not impede the vision for the jail's future. "Across NSW, local Aboriginal land councils continue to be major landholders, developers, employers, and economic contributors," he said. "That includes this site, which remains of significant cultural, commercial and economic importance to both the Aboriginal community and the broader public." An option to help with hefty costs could be turning the jail into a tourist attraction. Cheryl Bates, spokesperson for the Parramatta region at National Trust Australia, said it would be "foolish" not to utilise its tourism potential. "We can't just have buildings sitting idle without any purpose … I think we've got a really good opportunity to do something with the jail," Ms Bates said. "The state government has put in a light rail, which is only a block from [the jail], so would be accessible by public transport." She also pointed out its proximity to other heritage sites like Old Government House and the Parramatta Female Factory. While a NSW planning department spokesperson said the jail was excluded in the government's rezoning plans, they said the development would benefit the jail in the future. "By activating underutilised land surrounding the gaol, the NSW government believes this will support opportunities to integrate the Old Parramatta Gaol within the broader Parramatta North precinct while protecting its heritage status," the spokesperson said. The future of Old Parramatta Gaol remains unclear for now, but the land council has said it was open to working with stakeholders to identify its best use. "I'd like to clean this place up and then put it back the way it was."
Business Upturn
15-06-2025
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Taboo Season 2: Release date speculation, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on June 15, 2025, 17:30 IST Last updated June 15, 2025, 12:58 IST Fans of the gritty BBC period drama Taboo have been eagerly awaiting news of Season 2 since the show's explosive first season aired in 2017. Starring Tom Hardy as the enigmatic James Keziah Delaney, Taboo captivated audiences with its dark storytelling, complex characters, and 19th-century London backdrop. With Season 2 officially confirmed, here's everything we know so far about the release date, cast, plot, and more. Taboo Season 2 Release Date Speculation As of June 2025, no official release date for Taboo Season 2 has been announced. However, recent updates provide some clues. Tom Hardy confirmed in March 2025 that the scripts are actively being written, stating, 'We're writing that at the moment' in an interview with LADBible. Producer Steven Knight previously told Collider in 2021 that six of the eight planned episodes were written, with production delays largely due to Hardy's busy schedule and the COVID-19 pandemic. Filming has not yet started, but if production begins in late 2025 or early 2026, a release could be expected in late 2026 or early 2027. Taboo Season 2 Expected Cast The only confirmed cast member for Taboo Season 2 is Tom Hardy, reprising his role as James Keziah Delaney. Hardy, who co-created the series with his father, Chips Hardy, and Steven Knight, remains deeply invested in the project. While no other actors have been officially confirmed, several key characters from Season 1 are expected to return based on the story's conclusion: Jessie Buckley as Lorna Bow, Delaney's stepmother. Tom Hollander as George Cholmondeley, the chemist and ally. Stephen Graham as Atticus, the loyal underworld figure. Edward Hogg as Michael Godfrey, the East India Company clerk. Taboo Season 2 Potential Plot Taboo Season 1 ended with James Delaney and his crew sailing toward America after a bloody confrontation with the East India Company. Season 2 is expected to follow their journey westward, exploring new themes and settings. Steven Knight has teased that the show will become 'more narcotic, more opium-affected' as it heads west, with a focus on the mysterious American spy network 'Colonnade.' This suggests a deeper dive into espionage and political intrigue. Where to Watch Taboo Season 2 When released, Taboo Season 2 will air on BBC One in the UK and FX in the US, following the first season's distribution. Season 1 is currently available on Netflix, BBC iPlayer, and for purchase on DVD/Blu-ray, suggesting Season 2 may eventually stream on these platforms. Check official BBC and FX websites for updates on streaming availability. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
