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Netflix hit series watched more than 12.5M times in 4 days

Your favorite time of the week has returned, so sit back and enjoy Netflix's top 10 TV series picked just for you!

Actress Amber Heard announces birth of twins in Mother’s Day post

Heard, 39, announced the birth of daughter Agnes and son Ocean on Instagram.

My all-inclusive Eurovision cruise was cheaper and more fun than Basel

Cruising and Eurovision are clearly a match made in heaven

Casualty caught in BBC Eurovision schedule shake-up

Casualty caught in BBC Eurovision schedule shake-up - Fans of the medical drama will have to wait an extra week for the next episode

Stormzy announces he has ‘met his wife’ after Maya Jama break-up

Stormzy announces he has ‘met his wife’ after Maya Jama break-up - ‘I told the boys I think I met my wife,’ says rapper in new song

Ryan Reynolds pokes fun at working for Meghan’s new lifestyle brand

Ryan Reynolds pokes fun at working for Meghan’s new lifestyle brand -

Netflix's 'greatest rom-com' lands UK release date - and fans don't have long to wait

A 10-part series that promises to be one of Netflix's best forays into the rom-com genre will be releasing very soon

Joaquin Phoenix has emotional response to 7-minute standing ovation for Cannes premiere of new Ari Aster film

Joaquin Phoenix has emotional response to 7-minute standing ovation for Cannes premiere of new Ari Aster film - ‘Eddington’ is a contemporary Western set during the Covid pandemic

I've watched Eurovision for 45 years — here's my party survival guide

Metro's own Eurovision expert has got you covered...

Eurovision 2025 full line up, how to watch, running order and everything you need to know

The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 will take place in Basel, Switzerland, and after two semi-finals, the full line-up for the Grand Final has been confirmed.

22 Actors Who Can’t Escape Their Most Iconic Role

In the world of cinema, some roles become so iconic that they define an actor's career. These performances are etched into the minds of audiences, making it nearly impossible for actors to escape the shadows of these unforgettable characters. In this blog post, we explore 22 actors who are forever linked to their most iconic roles. Each actor's portrayal left a lasting impact, capturing the hearts and imaginations of fans worldwide.

Matt Lucas pulls out of Les Miserables mid-show due to voice ‘deserting’ him

Matt Lucas pulls out of Les Miserables mid-show due to voice ‘deserting’ him - In a post shared on Instagram, the 51-year old comedian said throughout his 30-year career he has never had to ‘bow out’ during a performance.

Let's Break Down 'The Last of Us' Episode 5's Surprise Ending

This certain someone is a sight for sore eyes.

Angelina Jolie returns to Cannes red carpet after 14-year absence

Angelina Jolie returns to Cannes red carpet after 14-year absence -

Country star Morgan Wallen sets record within hours of new album release — but listeners say it’s ‘Taylor Swift for dudes’

Country star Morgan Wallen sets record within hours of new album release — but listeners say it’s ‘Taylor Swift for dudes’ - Music star’s latest album has become Spotify’s most-streamed country album in 2025 (so far)

Amazon Prime Video's best hidden gems - including 'unmissable' historical hit

From forgotten cult classics to underrated originals, we've rounded up the best hidden gems on Amazon Prime Video that deserve a spot on your watchlist.

The Simpsons find new voice actor for fan-favorite character

The Simpsons find new voice actor for fan-favorite character - Voice actor’s retirement left a gap in the show’s cast

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has already broken cinema records a year before release

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has already broken cinema records a year before release - Film set for release on 17 June 2026

BBC announces new action-packed drama series from Death in Paradise writer

The BBC has announced the new action-packed drama series, Crookhaven, which is based on a popular novel series.

Graham Norton undergoes major surgery ahead of Eurovision final

Graham Norton undergoes major surgery ahead of Eurovision final - ‘I’m on many, many, medications,’ the presenter said

NCIS fans left feeling vindicated as two characters return in spin-off series

NCIS fans left feeling vindicated as two characters return in spin-off series - ‘How is this real?’ one stunned fan said in response to new series

The Beatles update as hit film is about to become West End musical

The Beatle's vast catalogue of hits look's to be heading to the West End as Love Actually's Richard Curtis thinks up a new musical.

One of the ‘best police dramas in years’ confirms season 2 return

Doctor Who: The Interstellar Song Contest, review: Rylan, Bucks Fizz and plenty of boom bang-a-bang

Susan is back. Yes, that Susan. Fully 61 years since the grumpy Time Lord left his granddaughter behind on Earth, she returned to Doctor Who (BBC One), bringing a lump to the throats of long-time fans. In a coda plot twist during the closing credits, she was joined by renegade Time Lady, The Rani, also back after decades off our screens. Resurrecti...

Cynthia Erivo to play all 23 roles in one-actor West End production of Dracula

Cynthia Erivo to play all 23 roles in one-actor West End production of Dracula - Swapping out her broomstick for fangs, the ‘Wicked’ star will work with the geniuses behind Sarah Snook’s ‘Picture of Dorian Gray’

Sixties classic named Britain's No 1 singalong song, ahead of Dancing Queen and Angels

More than four in ten think the song is perfect for launching into with friends, family - or even strangers in the pub.

Tom Cruise makes Mission Impossible confession: ‘It took me years’

Tom Cruise makes Mission Impossible confession: ‘It took me years’ -

Kent seaside town turns dystopian for filming of new BBC drama

A new BBC series is being shot at the iconic Thanet town

Johnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen 2 undercard: Complete list of fights before main event in 2025 boxing match

On the Johnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen 2 undercard, local gold is on the line while local prospects look to impress. Here's a breakdown of all the action on the Fisher vs. Allen 2 card.

Moon Unit Zappa on her childhood with dad Frank, groupies and guns: ‘I was primed for subservience’

Moon Unit Zappa on her childhood with dad Frank, groupies and guns: ‘I was primed for subservience’ - INTERVIEW: Long before Elon Musk started giving his children weird names, the daughter of rock star Frank Zappa was dealing with being little Moon Unit. Now she’s written a book about ‘truly the worst experiences of my life’ as the eldest child of her erratic, unconventional parents. She talks to Fiona Sturges

Perrie Edwards reveals how Little Mix still talk about Jesy Nelson after split

Perrie Edwards reveals how Little Mix still talk about Jesy Nelson after split -

Eurovision 2025 final running order - full list of countries and favourites to win

We now know the 26 countries in the running to lift the trophy.

Final Destination: Bloodlines review – Death’s back, funnier and nastier than ever

A satisfying redux for the horror franchise, with bizarre death scenes in spectacular IMAX and tiny, affecting meditations on mortality

Sean Penn declares Jennifer Lawrence ‘the last movie star’ in Hollywood

Sean Penn declares Jennifer Lawrence ‘the last movie star’ in Hollywood - Penn says ‘movie star manufacturer ran out’ around the time Hunger Games actor started in Hollywood

20 actors who were given chances to be A-list movie stars, but failed

Different actors from different walks of life are given a shot at being a movie star. Hollywood wants it to happen…but it doesn’t. These attempts at minting a new movie star didn’t quite work.

The 14 most expensive movies and TV shows that we never got to see

From an axed Game of Thrones prequel to a budding blockbuster that was tipped to be the next Avatar, read on to discover why these expensive Hollywood projects flopped before they even hit our screens.

New ITV dramas that are worth watching in 2025, according to our TV expert

From Trigger Point to The Suspect, so many new ITV dramas have been released...

Final Fantasy's biggest meme immortalised in Magic: The Gathering card

An iconic Final Fantasy meme has been immortalised in its collaboration with card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG). MTG is a card game from Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, and it has teamed up with Square Enix to work on a Final Fantasy collection. There are loads of iconic characters, monsters and even settings and activities that hav...

This week's must-watch TV: Eurovision, Code of Silence and Joanna Lumley on the Danube

Broadcasters and streaming giants are releasing a plethora of brand new shows, all promising thrills, chills and even surprising escapes. From ITV to Sky, here's the lowdown.

Sally Lindsay and Neil Morrissey's divisive thriller has just been added to Netflix

It first premiered last year.

Tom Cruise said he was asked to make Top Gun sequels "over and over" before Maverick, but wanted to prove himself elsewhere: "I wanted more challenges"

The actor finally reprised his iconic role in 2022's Top Gun: Maverick

Hi-De-Hi legends reunite for new unwoke 'belly-laugh' sitcom

The stars are set to reprise their roles from another beloved comedy show.

Eurovision's Remember Monday set to pay tribute to Bucks Fizz in finale performance

Remember Monday are set to take to the stage to represent the UK on Saturday night where they will put in their best efforts to lift the Eurovision Song Contest trophy

BBC announces Doctor Who special with a returning David Tennant, Billie Piper and more

Celebrating 20 years of the revival.

Adventure classic that is 'perfect in every way' is on ITV this Saturday

Join a father and a son in an adventure where they journey to find the Holy Grail - on your TV this Saturday.

Charlize Theron says it’s a ‘miracle’ she’s alive after filming stunts without a harness on latest film

Charlize Theron says it’s a ‘miracle’ she’s alive after filming stunts without a harness on latest film - Theron just finished her latest action film in Australia

Ruth Jones accepts Bafta in voice of Gavin & Stacey’s Nessa with emotional message to James Corden

Ruth Jones accepts Bafta in voice of Gavin & Stacey’s Nessa with emotional message to James Corden -

Why don't Guy Ritchie movies come to UK cinemas any more?

British filmmaker Guy Ritchie has a new movie coming out. Fountain of Youth is a big heist adventure with an all-star cast including Natalie Portman, Eiza González, John Krasinski and Stanley Tucci. But it won't be showing in any cinemas in the UK. This has become something of a theme for Ritchie. Since cinemas reopened after the pandemic restricti...

Scarlett Johansson says Lost in Translation crew were ‘on tenterhooks’ around Bill Murray

Scarlett Johansson says Lost in Translation crew were ‘on tenterhooks’ around Bill Murray - Johansson said co-star was ‘in a hard place’

Kylie Minogue, Glasgow, review: undeniable euphoria from the kaleidoscopic queen of pop

They call her the “princess of pop”, but you could also consider Kylie Minogue a comeback queen. From her 2000 revival with Spinning Around to her 2023 summer hit Padam Padam, which won over a legion of fans not even born when the former came out, she’s an expert sidestepper of industry ageism and misogyny, forever ducking the threat of obsolescenc...