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Seven top shows to watch
Seven top shows to watch

The Sun

timea day ago

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  • The Sun

Seven top shows to watch

THIS year has been one exciting ride for televiewers thus far. Halfway through 2025, we have already seen exciting shows such as Adolescence, Murderbot and When Life Gives You Tangerines. The other half of the year is looking to be just as fun. Buckle up and get ready for some serious binge-watching. Here are some choice selections to keep you glued to your screen. The Bear season four Director: Christopher Storer, Joanna Calo, Ramy Youssef, Ayo Edebiri and Duccio Fabbri Cast: Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colon-Zayas, Abby Elliott and Matty Matheson Season four of The Bear follows Carmen, Sydney and Richie's continuing journey in the culinary world, pushing for excellence and navigating new challenges. This season, the pursuit of excellence is not just about getting better but it is about deciding what is worth holding on to. Fans can catch the new season on June 26 with all 10 episodes available on Disney+ Hotstar. Task Director: Jeremiah Zagar and Salli Richardson-Whitfield Cast: Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, Emilia Jones, Thuso Mbedu, Raul Castillo, Jamie McShane, Sam Keeley, Fabien Frankel and Alison Oliver Arriving this September on HBO, Task is an original crime drama seven-episode series. Set in the working-class suburbs of Philadelphia in the US, the series centres around Mark Ruffalo's character FBI agent Tom. He leads a task force to put an end to a string of violent robberies led by an unsuspecting family man. Walking with Dinosaurs Director: Stephen Cooter, Tom Hewitson and Owen Gowen Narrator: Bertie Carvel Walking with Dinosaurs returns after 25 years in an all-new six-part series from BBC Studios. This reimagined production combines the latest scientific research with cutting-edge visual effects, reviving the stories of these legendary creatures. Experts can reveal how these prehistoric animals lived, hunted, fought and died more accurately than ever before. British actor Bertie Carvel will provide narration for each episode, guiding viewers through the dramatic stories of six individual dinosaurs. These include a Spinosaurus – the largest carnivorous dinosaur to ever walk the earth, roaming the rivers of ancient Morocco, a Triceratops battling a ravenous T-Rex in North America and a lonely giant Lusotitan risking it all for a love in Portugal. Captain America: Brave New World Director: Julius Onah Cast: Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford and Danny Ramirez Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, meets with the newly elected US president Thaddeus Ross and soon finds himself in the middle of an international incident and a high-stakes showdown with the fearsome Red Hulk. In a race against time, he must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. After captivating audiences worldwide in cinemas and becoming one of the highest-grossing films this year, the blockbuster is now set to inspire even more fans after making its exclusive streaming debut on Disney+ Hotstar last week. Peacemaker season two Director: James Gunn Cast: John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Robert Patrick, Frank Grillo, Sol Rodriguez, David Denman and Tim Meadows Two years after its debut season, Peacemaker returns for its eight-episode second instalment on Max. The season follows Christopher 'Chris' Smith, aka Peacemaker (John Cena), the vigilante superhero as he struggles to reconcile his past with his newfound sense of purpose. He also faces a new challenge: Rick Flag Sr. who seeks revenge for the death of his son, murdered by Peacemaker. James Gunn wrote all eight episodes and directed three, including the first episode. Gunn, Peter Safran and John Cena serve as executive producers. Greg Mottola, Peter Sollett and Althea Jones also direct. Our Movie Director: Lee Jung-heum Cast: Namkoong Min, Jeon Yeo-been, Lee Seol and Seo Hyun-woo Set across 12 episodes, Our Movie follows Lee Jeha, played by Namkoong Min, the son of a famed filmmaker. In the movie, after enjoying the success of his debut effort, he sets out to follow it up with a sophomore project, casting terminally ill actress Lee Daeum in its lead role. The move sends shockwaves through the industry. But as they struggle to complete the film, the pair form an unexpected bond, growing closer and working through past traumas together. Our Movie will stream on Disney+ Hotstar from June 13. Mickey 17 Director: Bong Joon Ho Cast: Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo From the Academy Award-winning writer and director of Parasite, Bong Joon Ho, comes his next groundbreaking cinematic experience Mickey 17. The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes, played by Robert Pattinson joins a space colony to escape a murderous loan shark. Along with his friend Timo, they become an 'expendable' employee who is sent to explore an ice planet. Soon into the movie, he realises he is being cloned and his consciousness is erased upon death. He learns this through experience, having already died and been resurrected 17 times. The film is a clever exploration of the implications of the cloning process and its impact on death and life. Boon was keen on directing this film as he was drawn to its themes of resilience and the persistence of human nature in extreme adversity. Mickey 17 is available to stream on Max, Apple TV and Google Play Movie.

TV shows to catch
TV shows to catch

The Sun

timea day ago

  • Entertainment
  • The Sun

TV shows to catch

THIS year has been one exciting ride for televiewers thus far. Halfway through 2025, we have already seen exciting shows such as Adolescence, Murderbot and When Life Gives You Tangerines. The other half of the year is looking to be just as fun. Buckle up and get ready for some serious binge-watching. Here are some choice selections to keep you glued to your screen. The Bear season four Director: Christopher Storer, Joanna Calo, Ramy Youssef, Ayo Edebiri and Duccio Fabbri Cast: Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colon-Zayas, Abby Elliott and Matty Matheson Season four of The Bear follows Carmen, Sydney and Richie's continuing journey in the culinary world, pushing for excellence and navigating new challenges. This season, the pursuit of excellence is not just about getting better but it is about deciding what is worth holding on to. Fans can catch the new season on June 26 with all 10 episodes available on Disney+ Hotstar. Task Director: Jeremiah Zagar and Salli Richardson-Whitfield Cast: Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, Emilia Jones, Thuso Mbedu, Raul Castillo, Jamie McShane, Sam Keeley, Fabien Frankel and Alison Oliver Arriving this September on HBO, Task is an original crime drama seven-episode series. Set in the working-class suburbs of Philadelphia in the US, the series centres around Mark Ruffalo's character FBI agent Tom. He leads a task force to put an end to a string of violent robberies led by an unsuspecting family man. Walking with Dinosaurs Director: Stephen Cooter, Tom Hewitson and Owen Gowen Narrator: Bertie Carvel Walking with Dinosaurs returns after 25 years in an all-new six-part series from BBC Studios. This reimagined production combines the latest scientific research with cutting-edge visual effects, reviving the stories of these legendary creatures. Experts can reveal how these prehistoric animals lived, hunted, fought and died more accurately than ever before. British actor Bertie Carvel will provide narration for each episode, guiding viewers through the dramatic stories of six individual dinosaurs. These include a Spinosaurus – the largest carnivorous dinosaur to ever walk the earth, roaming the rivers of ancient Morocco, a Triceratops battling a ravenous T-Rex in North America and a lonely giant Lusotitan risking it all for a love in Portugal. Captain America: Brave New World Director: Julius Onah Cast: Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford and Danny Ramirez Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, meets with the newly elected US president Thaddeus Ross and soon finds himself in the middle of an international incident and a high-stakes showdown with the fearsome Red Hulk. In a race against time, he must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. After captivating audiences worldwide in cinemas and becoming one of the highest-grossing films this year, the blockbuster is now set to inspire even more fans after making its exclusive streaming debut on Disney+ Hotstar last week. Peacemaker season two Director: James Gunn Cast: John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Robert Patrick, Frank Grillo, Sol Rodriguez, David Denman and Tim Meadows Two years after its debut season, Peacemaker returns for its eight-episode second instalment on Max. The season follows Christopher 'Chris' Smith, aka Peacemaker (John Cena), the vigilante superhero as he struggles to reconcile his past with his newfound sense of purpose. He also faces a new challenge: Rick Flag Sr. who seeks revenge for the death of his son, murdered by Peacemaker. James Gunn wrote all eight episodes and directed three, including the first episode. Gunn, Peter Safran and John Cena serve as executive producers. Greg Mottola, Peter Sollett and Althea Jones also direct. Our Movie Director: Lee Jung-heum Cast: Namkoong Min, Jeon Yeo-been, Lee Seol and Seo Hyun-woo Set across 12 episodes, Our Movie follows Lee Jeha, played by Namkoong Min, the son of a famed filmmaker. In the movie, after enjoying the success of his debut effort, he sets out to follow it up with a sophomore project, casting terminally ill actress Lee Daeum in its lead role. The move sends shockwaves through the industry. But as they struggle to complete the film, the pair form an unexpected bond, growing closer and working through past traumas together. Our Movie will stream on Disney+ Hotstar from June 13. Mickey 17 Director: Bong Joon Ho Cast: Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo From the Academy Award-winning writer and director of Parasite, Bong Joon Ho, comes his next groundbreaking cinematic experience Mickey 17. The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes, played by Robert Pattinson joins a space colony to escape a murderous loan shark. Along with his friend Timo, they become an 'expendable' employee who is sent to explore an ice planet. Soon into the movie, he realises he is being cloned and his consciousness is erased upon death. He learns this through experience, having already died and been resurrected 17 times. The film is a clever exploration of the implications of the cloning process and its impact on death and life. Boon was keen on directing this film as he was drawn to its themes of resilience and the persistence of human nature in extreme adversity. Mickey 17 is available to stream on Max, Apple TV and Google Play Movie.

Grande Prairie area dinosaur featured in upcoming Walking with Dinosaurs television series
Grande Prairie area dinosaur featured in upcoming Walking with Dinosaurs television series

Hamilton Spectator

time7 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Hamilton Spectator

Grande Prairie area dinosaur featured in upcoming Walking with Dinosaurs television series

After almost 25 years a show that brought dinosaurs to life on our television screens is returning, with a local dinosaur taking the spotlight. BBC's Walking with Dinosaurs will feature Wembley's own Pipestone Creek bonebed and its locally unique dinosaur, the pachyrhinosaurus. 'I really loved the original Walking with Dinosaurs, because it was the first time that they had brought dinosaurs to life in a way that presented them as animals,' said Emily Bamforth, Philip J. Currie Museum (PJCDM) curator. She said although dinosaurs were seen on the big screen in movies like Jurassic Park they were depicted as monsters. 'Walking with Dinosaurs was really like a nature documentary about dinosaurs, and no one had ever done that before, so it was hugely influential for me as a kid, and I think it was one of the milestones in terms of the things that influenced me, in terms of the wanting to go into paleontology.' Bamforth is now part of the series as she will help tell the more than 70-million-year-old story of the pachyrhinosaurus and the river of death. 'We tell a story about the bonebed and the herd of animals and the dying from a flood and then getting preserved, but to actually have that brought to life is kind of jaw-dropping,' said Bamforth. She hasn't yet seen the final episode, but an early draft left her with 'tingles' due to how real it felt. 'These aren't just dusty old bones sitting in the ground, these were animals living in this ecosystem,' she said. 'All of this happened right here in northern Alberta, this was our world back then.' A young pachyrhinosaurus named Albie will be featured in the fifth episode of the new series. 'Every year, his herd makes an epic journey north as the seasons change,' says a BBC press release. 'Along the way, he will encounter clashing bulls, tyrannosaur predators, and freak weather events.' According to the BBC, the visual effects teams built up the skeleton, musculature, and finally, the skin in a process that took about 2.5 years. Bamforth says the BBC initially contacted her in 2023 when the show was scouting for various sites worldwide to feature. 'All of the sites in the world, and all the big museums doing big research, they chose us as one of six sites in the world featured for this series, so it really is an incredible honour,' she said. Bamforth and the paleontologist team at PJCDM have been busy: Just last year they made the most significant find to date: a 1.6 metre-long, 461-kilogram skull. It made international headlines and now the museum is once again in the global spotlight thanks to the BBC. 'I think it's bigger than we sort of expected it to be,' said Bamforth, who said she's done over 11 media interviews in the past week from outlets in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom and the Netherlands. 'It is a very special site; it's like no other in the world, like no place I've ever worked has been like this.' The Pipestone Creek bonebed is one of the densest dinosaur bonebeds in North America. 'I think the community of Grande Prairie and the surrounding communities should be really proud of the fact that this is here and that we have the PJCDM that is helping tell that story, and now we have people from around the world that are interested in coming here,' said Bamforth. 'This is something that's ours, and we can really showcase the amazing paleontology that we have up here, which hasn't really been well appreciated in the past.' She hopes it will bring more international and local visitors to the site to discover what it offers. Walking with Dinosaurs premiered in the UK on May 25 and will premiere on PBS in Canada on June 16.

Who is the narrator of Walking with Dinosaurs? Explained
Who is the narrator of Walking with Dinosaurs? Explained

Scotsman

time27-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Scotsman

Who is the narrator of Walking with Dinosaurs? Explained

Walking with Dinosaurs will have a new narrator for its 2025 series 🐱‍🐉 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... The narrator for Walking with Dinosaurs can be confirmed. The iconic BBC series is back two decades after it first wowed audiences. But who is on voice-over duty for the series? When it comes to narrators for documentaries on the BBC, your mind has probably already jumped to the most iconic example. David Attenborough has lent his dulcet tones to many famous shows over the years - but Walking with Dinosaurs is not one of them. The Beeb has revealed who will be providing the narration for the revival of the legendary documentary. And you might find yourself wondering where you recognise the voice from. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Walking with Dinosaurs start time has been confirmed - and you can find out more here. The show will have six episodes in total in 2025. But who is doing the voice over for the show? Here's all you need to know: Who is the Walking with Dinosaurs narrator? Lusotitan in Walking with Dinosaurs 2025 | BBC/PBS/ZDF/France Télévisions The voice for the 2025 revival of the iconic documentary will be provided by award-winning actor Bertie Carval. He said: 'I am beyond thrilled to be a part of this exciting new reimagining of Walking With Dinosaurs. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'The BBC is a world-leader in creating ground-breaking and innovative science programming which I've admired all my life, so I'm incredibly excited to be a part of the team bringing the stories of these prehistoric creatures to life.' Bertie is known for playing Miss Trunchbull in Matilda the Musical on the West End. He has also played Jonathan Strange in Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell and Simon Foster in Doctor Foster on TV. The original series of Walking with Dinosaurs was narrated by Kenneth Branagh. 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.

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