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Metro
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
You can finally binge all 4 episodes of 'fantastic' historical drama for free
A critically acclaimed historical drama has arrived on a UK streaming service for free – just over a year after it was first released. Shardlake, which was originally released on Disney Plus in May 2024, was based on the 2000s novel series of the same by CJ Sansom. Set in the 16th century, the novels followed both fictional and non-fictional characters during the reign of King Henry VIII – much like BBC drama Wolf Hall. The series starred Game of Thrones actor Sean Bean, William Shakespeare theatre star Arthur Hughes, and Anthony Boyle of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child fame. Production on the four-part miniseries was overseen by The Last Kingdom creator Stephen Butchard and TV director Justin Chadwick, known for EastEnders. The series was cancelled by Disney Plus in January of this year, long after the first season had concluded, with prospective plans for a second season shut down. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video But perhaps there could be fresh hope of a delayed renewal after all – that's if Shardlake takes off again after ITV decided to broadcast all four episodes. The series follows Hughes' character Matthew Shardlake, a fictional 16th-century lawyer who has been asked to solve a mysterious murder at a monastery. Titular character Shardlake is under the employ of Thomas Cromwell, played by Bean, and is 'riddled with scoliosis' according to a synopsis from the Radio Times. Shardlake will be starting its run on ITV tonight at 9pm – episode two will be broadcast on June 16 and 9pm, with episodes three and four presumably going out on June 23 and June 30. All four episodes are currently available to stream on ITVX, however, for those who are excited for the whodunit series and want to binge the whole thing. On X, @The_Perdita commented: 'The mother and I are watching Shardlake – [Disney] are going to hell for not renewing it for another season.' @Monkey_Maisie said: 'ITV is showing a new series, Shardlake, at 9pm Monday. We loved the books so hope it will be good. It has Sean Bean in it!' When it was cancelled, @ChriThor said: 'Predictable really, we can't seem to keep good TV shows and it appears that Shardlake is another one that has been cancelled.' @TariboWest55 bemoaned: 'Really gutted to hear the news – Shardlake won't be returning for a second season. What a missed opportunity. Great cast and fantastic books. Disappointed.' The first Shardlake book, titled Dissolution, was published in 2003, with Dark Fire, Sovereign, and Relevation all coming out later in the same decade. More Trending In the 2010s, the series continued with Heartstone, Lamentation, and Tombland, with the last of the latest books coming out in 2018. No Shardlake books have been released since. Author CJ Sansom was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in his bone marrow cells in 2012, but continued to write and planned to continue the series. However, he sadly grew too unwell to keep on working and died in April 2024, aged 71 – he'd spent his final days in a hospice near his home in Brighton. View More » Watch Shardlake on ITV, Monday, June 9 at 9pm. Watch episodes on ITVX. Shardlake is also available to stream on Disney Plus. 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: Stephen Mulhern makes major TV mistake for first time in 10 years MORE: Richard Madeley reveals grisly injury live on air after horror fall MORE: Portugal vs Spain TV channel and live stream: How to watch Nations League final in the UK tonight
Daily Mirror
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Beautiful but tiny UK seaside village constantly rated as best in Britain
One seaside town has been ranked the best in the country, receiving five-star ratings for its impressive views of the Northumberland coastline and serene atmosphere. One Northumberland village has been named the best seaside town in the UK four years in a row. The UK's top consumer champion, Which?, conducted its annual seaside survey of over 120 UK towns and villages across the UK and the results reveal a clear winner. Bamburgh is the landslide victor, retaining its title as the most beloved seaside town among travellers. According to the results of Which's survey, Bamburgh received five-star ratings across the board for its beach, seafront, scenery, tourist attraction and its tranquil atmosphere. The village achieved an 86% overall destination score in the recent survey, which was the consumer group's biggest seaside survey to date. The results reflect the opinions of 5,000 Which members, many of whom cited the spectacular views of Bamburgh Castle in their reviews. Bamburgh is situated within the Northumberland countryside, at the midway point between Berwick upon Tweed and Alnwick. Part of the reason it's so popular among British holidaymakers is due to its close proximity to Newcastle airport and the Chathill train station (only a 30-minute train ride). The most famous fixture of Bamburgh is, naturally, its namesake landmark: Bamburgh Castle. Even if you haven't visited the castle in-person, you may have seen the iconic fortress in television shows or films like The Last Kingdom, Transformer: The Last Knight, or Frontier. The award-winning castle is hailed as 'the real Last Kingdom of Bebbanburg'. Today, the Anglo-Saxon citadel is owned by the Armstrong family, and their love of pets is the reason the grounds are now dog-friendly. The Castle has become a huge attraction for the area, hosting a range of activities including Dragon Hunts, Ghost Tours and Outdoor Cinema Screenings. Fans of the Netflix series The Last Kingdom can also partake in the Uhtred of Babbenburgh Tour which runs between February and November to learn about the castle's history. Bamburgh Castle has become a distinguishing feature of the Northumberland coast and is one of the largest inhabited castles in the country. Not only is the fortress filled with 3,000 years of history and tales of Vikings and The Last Kingdom, but it also offers stunning views of the sea beyond. Bamburgh Beach sits just beyond Bamburgh Castle and is notable both for its sand dunes and sea views. The beach has also become a huge draw for surfers, considered one of the most consistent spots along the coast. For those interested in learning, there are multiple surf schools operating on the north end of the beach from spring until autumn. Travellers venturing north along the beach will come across the famous 'Stag' Rocks. This coastal landmark gets its name from the white stag painted on the rocks. While the origin of the painting is unknown - some locals say it appeared after a stag jumped into the sea - today, the rocks are regularly painted to keep up the local history. Stag Rocks have also become a popular vantage point for birdwatching. This portion of the coast also offers unique views of the protected Farne Islands - a small group of islands a few miles off the coast of the Northumberland between Bamburgh and Seahouses. If you're in the area, a visit to the nearby fishing village of Seahouses is certainly a must. Regular boat tours leave from Seahouses' harbour to the Farne Islands where travellers can see puffins and a large colony of grey seals. Travellers can even walk straight from Seahouses harbour to Bamburgh Castle to enjoy a stunning stretch of the Northumberland coastline. The roughly three-mile walk is predominantly on golden sand.
Business Insider
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
Viking warfare expert rates 11 Viking battles in movie and TV
Historian William Short watches and rates depictions of Viking combat in movies and TV shows. He discusses Viking shield formations in "Vikings." He outlines brutal village raid tactics in "The Northman," starring Alexander Skarsgård, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Nicole Kidman. He breaks down how Vikings organized their troops in war in "How to Train Your Dragon," starring Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, and Jonah Hill; and "The Last Kingdom." He demonstrates how Vikings wielded their battle axes in "Vikings: Valhalla." He describes what Viking armor looked like in "Outlander," starring Jim Caviezel, Ron Perlman, and John Hurt. He explains how Vikings navigated and landed their ships in "The Long Ships," starring Sidney Poitier; and "Ironclad," starring Paul Giamatti, Kate Mara, and Brian Cox. He breaks down the distinct techniques used by archers in "Beowulf," starring Ray Winstone, Anthony Hopkins, and Angelina Jolie. Finally, he analyzes how Vikings fought at sea in "The Vikings," starring Kirk Douglas and Tony Curtis. William Short is an independent scholar focusing on scientific research of all aspects of Viking history, particularly Viking combat. He is the manager of Hurstwic.
South China Morning Post
09-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Meet The White Lotus star Arnas Fedaravicius: the Lithuanian actor plays a yoga instructor in the new season and previously appeared in historical series The Last Kingdom
Best known for his role as Sihtric in historical-fiction TV series The Last Kingdom, actor Arnas Fedaravicius has seamlessly slipped out of his Viking garb and into modern athleisure for his role as flirty Russian yogi Valentin in the third season of The White Lotus. Arnas Fedaravicius as Russian yoga instructor Valentin in The White Lotus. Photo: @arnasfederman/Instagram This season of the hit show takes viewers to Thailand, where guests checked into The White Lotus include a trio of middle-aged girlfriends (Michelle Monaghan, Leslie Bibb and Carrie Coon), a May-December, age-difference couple ( Walter Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood ) and a family of five on the verge of incest (Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sarah Catherine Hook and Sam Nivola). Advertisement Fedaravicius is joined on the staff of the luxury resort by Blackpink's Lisa , Tayme Thapthimthong and Natasha Rothwell. Here's what you need to know about Arnas Fedaravicius. He is Lithuanian Lithuanian actor Arnas Fedaravicius, starring in season three of The White Lotus. Photo: @arnasfederman/Instagram In The White Lotus, Fedaravicius' character Valentin is Russian and stuck in Thailand , unable to return home owing to Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. The actor, however, hails from Lithuania and attended the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre from 2012 to 2013. It seems Fedaravicius gets his dashing looks from his mother, a former Miss Lithuania according to Grazia Daily. He's a trained stuntman Arnas Fedaravicius trained as a film and TV stuntman. Photo: @arnasfederman/Instagram
