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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.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Today in Chicago History: ‘Spider' Dan Goodwin scales the Sears Tower, then the world's tallest building
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 25, according to the Tribune's archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National Weather Service, Chicago) High temperature: 94 degrees (1911) Low temperature: 32 degrees (1992) Precipitation: 2.52 inches (1879) Snowfall: Trace (1949) 1950: A Chicago Transit Authority Green Hornet streetcar slammed into a gas truck on State Street near 62nd Street in what remains the worst traffic accident in Chicago history and the worst streetcar accident in the United States. The streetcar's doors did not have emergency pulls to open them, which are now required on all CTA vehicles, so 33 passengers died trapped inside. The gas truck driver also died. The streetcar's motorman was blamed for failing to slow down to negotiate a switch. 5 things you might not know about Chicago native Ted Kaczynski — the 'Unabomber' 1978: 'Unabomber' Ted Kaczynski left his first known bomb in a parking lot at the University of Illinois Chicago. A passerby picked it up and returned it to the person Kaczynski listed on the return address as the sender. That person, a Northwestern University professor, was suspicious about the package and turned it over to security there. A public safety officer at Northwestern suffered minor injuries when he opened the package and it exploded. 1979: At the start of Memorial Day weekend, 271 people aboard American Airlines Flight 191 died after the DC-10 aircraft they boarded crashed just 31 seconds after takeoff from O'Hare International Airport. Two more people on the ground also died in the crash that impacted an open field about 4,600 feet northwest of the departure end of the runway. It's still the deadliest passenger airline accident on U.S. soil. 1981: 'Spider Dan' Goodwin scaled the Sears Tower, which was then the world's tallest building. At least 200 people showed up to watch the 25-year-old Goodwin, clad in a blue-and-orange suit, scale the west side of the building using suction cups and a 'home-welded claw,' the Tribune reported. 'Spider Dan' wowed Chicagoans with his scaling of skyscrapers Goodwin finished a little before 10:30 a.m. and was promptly taken into police custody. He and partner in crime James Hackett were charged with disorderly conduct and bonded out the next day, with Goodwin walking out of the downtown jail still in his superhero suit. Hours later, Goodwin was holding court and dining on trout at the Ambassador East Hotel in the Pump Room's famed Booth One. Two weeks later, Goodwin and Hackett appeared in court. Goodwin pleaded guilty and was fined $35. Hackett had his charge dismissed. Goodwin went on to scale the John Hancock Center in November 1981. 1982: Fergie Jenkins became the seventh MLB pitcher to strike out 3,000 batters in the Chicago Cubs' 2-1 loss at San Diego. Jenkins reached the milestone by striking out Garry Templeton in the third inning. Vintage Chicago Tribune: Oprah Winfrey — 10 moments from her Chicago years 2011: The final episode of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show,' which was filmed in Chicago, aired. Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group, stay current with Today in Chicago History and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago's past. Have an idea for Vintage Chicago Tribune? Share it with Kori Rumore and Marianne Mather at krumore@ and mmather@
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Today in Chicago History: ‘Spider' Dan Goodwin scales the Sears Tower, then the world's tallest building
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 25, according to the Tribune's archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National Weather Service, Chicago) High temperature: 94 degrees (1911) Low temperature: 32 degrees (1992) Precipitation: 2.52 inches (1879) Snowfall: Trace (1949) 1950: A Chicago Transit Authority Green Hornet streetcar slammed into a gas truck on State Street near 62nd Street in what remains the worst traffic accident in Chicago history and the worst streetcar accident in the United States. The streetcar's doors did not have emergency pulls to open them, which are now required on all CTA vehicles, so 33 passengers died trapped inside. The gas truck driver also died. The streetcar's motorman was blamed for failing to slow down to negotiate a switch. 5 things you might not know about Chicago native Ted Kaczynski — the 'Unabomber' 1978: 'Unabomber' Ted Kaczynski left his first known bomb in a parking lot at the University of Illinois Chicago. A passerby picked it up and returned it to the person Kaczynski listed on the return address as the sender. That person, a Northwestern University professor, was suspicious about the package and turned it over to security there. A public safety officer at Northwestern suffered minor injuries when he opened the package and it exploded. 1979: At the start of Memorial Day weekend, 271 people aboard American Airlines Flight 191 died after the DC-10 aircraft they boarded crashed just 31 seconds after takeoff from O'Hare International Airport. Two more people on the ground also died in the crash that impacted an open field about 4,600 feet northwest of the departure end of the runway. It's still the deadliest passenger airline accident on U.S. soil. 1981: 'Spider Dan' Goodwin scaled the Sears Tower, which was then the world's tallest building. At least 200 people showed up to watch the 25-year-old Goodwin, clad in a blue-and-orange suit, scale the west side of the building using suction cups and a 'home-welded claw,' the Tribune reported. 'Spider Dan' wowed Chicagoans with his scaling of skyscrapers Goodwin finished a little before 10:30 a.m. and was promptly taken into police custody. He and partner in crime James Hackett were charged with disorderly conduct and bonded out the next day, with Goodwin walking out of the downtown jail still in his superhero suit. Hours later, Goodwin was holding court and dining on trout at the Ambassador East Hotel in the Pump Room's famed Booth One. Two weeks later, Goodwin and Hackett appeared in court. Goodwin pleaded guilty and was fined $35. Hackett had his charge dismissed. Goodwin went on to scale the John Hancock Center in November 1981. 1982: Fergie Jenkins became the seventh MLB pitcher to strike out 3,000 batters in the Chicago Cubs' 2-1 loss at San Diego. Jenkins reached the milestone by striking out Garry Templeton in the third inning. Vintage Chicago Tribune: Oprah Winfrey — 10 moments from her Chicago years 2011: The final episode of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show,' which was filmed in Chicago, aired. Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group, stay current with Today in Chicago History and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago's past. Have an idea for Vintage Chicago Tribune? Share it with Kori Rumore and Marianne Mather at krumore@ and mmather@
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Famous birthdays for May 22: Bernie Taupin, Johnny Gill
May 22 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Gemini. They include: -- Musician Richard Wagner in 1813 -- Artist Mary Cassatt in 1844 -- Writer Arthur Conan Doyle in 1859 -- Baseball Hall of Fame member Al Simmons in 1902 -- Actor Laurence Olivier in 1907 -- Musician Sun Ra in 1914 -- Critic Judith Crist în 1922 -- Musician Charles Aznavour in 1924 -- Entrepreneur T. Boone Pickens Jr. in 1928 -- Activist/politician Harvey Milk in 1930 -- Musician Peter Nero in 1934 -- Actor Richard Benjamin in 1938 (age 86) -- Actor Paul Winfield in 1939 -- Journalist Bernard Shaw in 1940 -- Theodore Kaczynski, the so-called "Unabomber," in 1942 -- Northern Irish political activist/Nobel Peace Prize laureate Betty Williams in 1943 -- Musician Bernie Taupin in 1950 (age 75) -- Musician Morrissey (Smiths) in 1959 (age 66) -- Actor Ann Cusack in 1961 (age 63) -- Musician Jesse Valenzuela (Gin Blossoms) in 1962 (age 63) -- Musician Johnny Gill (New Edition/LSG) in 1966 (age 59) -- Actor Brooke Smith in 1967 (age 58) -- Actor Michael Kelly in 1969 (age 56) -- Model/actor Naomi Campbell in 1970 (age 55) -- Actor Sean Gunn in 1974 (age 51) -- Actor Ginnifer Goodwin in 1978 (age 47) -- Actor Maggie Q in 1979 (age 46) -- Actor Nazanin Boniadi in 1980 (age 45) -- Olympic champion speed skater Apolo Anton Ohno in 1982 (age 43) -- Entrepreneur Dustin Moskovitz in 1984 (age 41) -- Tennis player Novak Djokovic in 1987 (age 38) -- Actor Camren Bicondova in 1999 (age 26) -- Actor Peyton Elizabeth Lee in 2004 (age 21)
