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TV tonight: a moreish Swedish thriller about a big family trauma

End of Summer 9pm, BBC Four A strange, horrifying thing happened to Vera (Julia Ragnarsson) and her family one summer in her childhood, which is teased in tense flashbacks as this moreish Swedish thriller gets going. Now grownup, she’s a grief therapist – and when a young man called Isak (Erik Enge) comes to a session recalling his own traumas, it compels Vera to go home, face her past and find out what really happened. Hollie Richardson The...

The eight best dance and ballet shows to see this summer

Ballet Under the Stars An exquisite little country-house festival? Yes – but this one’s for lovers of ballet, not opera. Taking place in the 17th-century walled Dutch garden of Hatch House, near Salisbury, it will this year see (among other tempting turns) former Mariinsky star Xander Parish dance Balanchine’s Diamonds pas de deux with Kateryna Che...

The Best Open World Games You Can Play on the PS5

The best open-world games on the PlayStation 5 push the system to its absolute limits, offering players some of the most stunning locations in gaming.

20 celebrities who became legitimately famous from TikTok

People can become famous in lots of ways. These 20 celebs did so through TikTok.

Henry VII: The Secret Life Of England's Most Sinister Monarch | The Winter King | Timeline

Author Thomas Penn takes an extraordinary journey into the dark and chilling world of the first Tudor, Henry VII. From his victory over Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, to his secret death and the succession of his son Henry VIII, this programme reveals the ruthless tactics Henry VII used to win - and cling on to - the ultimate prize, the throne of England. Exploring magnificent buildings and long-lost documents, Penn reveals the true story of this suspicious, enigmatic and terrifying monarch. Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis and more. Get 50% off your first 3 months with code 'TIMELINE' 👉 https://access.historyhit.com/ You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.tiktok.com/@timelineworldhistory https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact [email protected]

The Harry Potter TV series has its showrunner

Dust off your wands and broomsticks!

The 30 best TV shows on Disney+

Disney+ might be great for children but it’s by no means just for them. It not only owns the LucasFilm and Marvel franchises but the streaming platform offers plenty of grown-up programming – most of it American but with an increasing British presence. A few of its biggest original dramas have since been syndicated by terrestrial broadcasters, mean...

New Netflix rival is streaming films you can’t see anywhere else in the UK for free

20 facts you might not know about 'Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring'

Check out this fellowship of 20 facts you might not know about “The Fellowship of the Ring.”

AC/DC review – a poignant lesson on the power of rock’n’roll

Who would have thought that the band with a guitarist in a schoolboy’s uniform would be the one most profoundly affected by ageing? With their entire rhythm section now lost to death (Malcolm Young), retirement (Cliff Williams) and being a carer (Phil Rudd), AC/DC is now down to two core members. Angus Young still wears his blue velvet uniform, but beneath the cap, his hair is now pure white. Brian Johnson, having been out and then back in the...

Title revealed for Brad Pitt’s blockbuster Formula One film

Title revealed for Brad Pitt’s blockbuster Formula One film - Pitt is filming scenes for the movie, co-produced by Lewis Hamilton, at this weekend’s British GP

Arthur Crudup wrote the song that became Elvis' first hit. He barely got paid

Arthur Crudup wrote the song that became Elvis' first hit. He barely got paid - Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup helped invent rock ‘n’ roll

Kiki Dee: ‘Elton knows he can be funny with me because he knows me from so long ago’

9am I’m not a morning person. I didn’t have children, so I never got used to getting up at 7am. I’ll make a cappuccino, take my time and stay in bed for an hour to read The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. It’s taught me about staying in the present. 10am I have porridge with blueberries and strawberries and make family phone calls. I speak to my bro...

BTS singers Jimin and Jung Kook to star in new Disney+ travel show

BTS singers Jimin and Jung Kook to star in new Disney+ travel show - Are You Sure?! will see the pair travel around their native South Korea, the USA, and Japan.

25 Hilarious Dan Aykroyd Quotes From Classic '80s Movies

Dan Aykroyd's career was thriving in the 1980s, so let's look back at some of the funniest quotes from his classic movies.

Randy’s Entourage Etiquette Tips! | Say Yes To The Dress: Randy Knows Best

Subscribe to Say Yes to the Dress for more great clips: https://bit.ly/3ZHoaTb Randy shares his top etiquette tips for the entourage, along with some definite no-nos. 🇬🇧 Catch full episodes of Say Yes to the Dress on discovery+: https://bit.ly/41DFZTB From Season 1 Episode 2 Catch Say Yes to the Dress on TLC - Sky 133, Virgin 162, BT TV 323 #SayYesToTheDressRandyKnowsBest

Little-known reason TV presenters were dressed in pink for the election

Little-known reason TV presenters were dressed in pink for the election -

Horror-ble: 21 terrible scary movies we still love to watch

This is in no way an exhaustive list of all the options out there, but it’s a solid start for folks looking for a laugh.

Games Like Stardew Valley

For fans of Stardew Valley who love farming, crafting, and fun NPCs, there are plenty of life simulation RPGs out there to find and enjoy.

Get Ready For This Year’s Barbenheimer

With Wicked: Part I and Gladiator II opening on the same weekend, prepare to dress as a witch from ancient Rome. Or a warrior riding a broom.

‘I try to avoid karaoke – I get too embarrassed’: Joss Stone’s Honest playlist

The first song I remember hearing My dad used to take me to pick up my mum from karate. He played Tears in Heaven by Eric Clapton in the car and said: “This is a song about a man who lost his little boy. The chorus is saying: ‘Would you know my name if I saw you in heaven?’” I remember thinking: “I don’t think he would because he was so young when he died, how would he know?” I could not stop crying for days. My mum was so upset with my dad:...

Netflix hit series Wednesday season 2 is a ‘cultural juggernaut’ that’s already breaking records

Netflix hit series Wednesday season 2 is a ‘cultural juggernaut’ that’s already breaking records - Hit series is returning – but with a difference

How 'The Boys' Star Laz Alonso Lost 40 Pounds After Covid Weight Gain

The actor knows what it's like to fall for Uber Eats

One of the last living legends of Hollywood's Golden Age is now 100

She revealed she doesn't feel her age.

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder review – this very modern Nancy Drew is a hoot

Hot on the heels of Netflix’s Geek Girl comes another adaptation of a young-adult bestseller, this time from the BBC. Holly Jackson’s 2019 debut, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, has been translated to the small screen by Poppy Cogan and is directed by Dolly Wells, best known as an actor (Doll & Em, Dracula, Inside Man and most recently The Completely Made-up Adventures of Dick Turpin). As with Geek Girl, it has retained the book’s youthful energy...

Game Of Thrones and Barbie stars among cast for new series of The Cleaner

Game Of Thrones and Barbie stars among cast for new series of The Cleaner - Inside No 9 creator Steve Pemberton and Ghosts co-creator Ben Willbond are also guest stars.

Paul Mescal Debuts Ripped Physique for 'Gladiator II'

The actor trained for brutal action, not to "look like an underwear model”

Hugh Jackman recalls awkwardly auditioning for Wolverine when another actor was already cast

Hugh Jackman recalls awkwardly auditioning for Wolverine when another actor was already cast - Australian actor was brought into the ‘X-Men’ franchise at last minute after another star had to drop out

Long-awaited Metal Gear Solid movie gets promising update

The road to the silver screen hasn't been easy for the Metal Gear franchise, and like its video game legacy had slipped into obscurity under Konami's reign, there are rightful worries we'll never see

12 pop stars who had ‘normal jobs’ before they became famous

Take our Taylor Swift quiz to prove how much of an ultimate Swiftie you are

We'll have bad blood if you can't get these right

Taylor Swift Paid Tribute To Ireland And Travis Kelce In The Most Stylish Way

Not to alarm you but one is in the form of a gold and diamond ring...

Ibiza Narcos on Sky review: charts how the party island descended into a hellscape of violence and addiction

Ibiza Narcos on Sky review: charts how the party island descended into a hellscape of violence and addiction - 3/5 The documentary’s weird and wonderful interviewees are brilliantly chosen, but it is an uneven retelling of Ibiza’s past

Family affair: Famous acting lineages

Acting bloodlines run deep through Hollywood. Entertainment is a family business for some of the biggest stars in the industry. Here are 25 acting families worth highlighting.

11 incredible hidden details in movies that you probably didn’t spot

20 superhero movies to watch if you hate superhero movies

The phrase "superhero fatigue" has been thrown around, and not everybody is a fan of the genre, including prominent directors like Martin Scorsese. Luckily, several superhero movies defy conventions and will please even the most cynical viewers.

00s icon with ‘pop’s biggest voice’ announces tour 25 years after debut hit

‘It’s harder than ever to have fun’: How modern life killed off the house party

‘It’s harder than ever to have fun’: How modern life killed off the house party - IN FOCUS: As Stormzy opens up an immersive club inspired by that most endangered of social phenomenon – the domestic get-together with mates – Ellie Muir mourns a crucial form of socialising that has become increasingly tricky for young people to experience

28 '80s Icons You've Forgotten (But Shouldn't Have)

Take a delightful trip down memory lane with me!

The 20 best sitcom villains

Several great antagonists have emerged in sitcom history — many of whom threaten to steal the spotlight from the characters who are supposed to be the center of the audience’s sympathies and loyalties. These are the 20 best.

The Killers at The O2 review: giving more bang for your buck than any other modern band

The Killers at The O2 review: giving more bang for your buck than any other modern band - 5/5 Brandon Flowers, one of the century’s great frontmen, was like a box-fresh Ken whose job is simply: ‘stage’

Best Sega Genesis Game From Each Year Of The Console's Life

The Sega Genesis is home to an array of iconic video games, but some are simply better than others. Here is the best release from each year.

The 1975’s Matty Healy condemns music industry as ‘cruel and shallow money pit’ in awards speech

The 1975’s Matty Healy condemns music industry as ‘cruel and shallow money pit’ in awards speech - The 1975 won the prize for Best Group at the awards ceremony run by music charity Nordoff and Robbins

28 Side-by-Side Photos of Real People and the Celebs Who Played Them On-Screen

Emma Stone or Billie Jean King? (We can't tell either.)

Who is Love Island's Konnor? Age, background and more

He's just there for a free holiday

31 Underrated Movies Worth Watching

Don't overlook these low-key classics.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more

Not sure what to watch? ‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,’ 'Memory,' ‘Space Cadet' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming

Starlight Express review: A neon fever dream you’ll watch with your mouth wide open

Starlight Express review: A neon fever dream you’ll watch with your mouth wide open - 4/5 Andrew Lloyd Webber’s singing, roller-skating steam trains are back for a night of absolute maximalism. Yes, it’s more spectacle than sense – but your inner child (and actual children) will be delighted

20 facts you might not know about 'Alien'

“Alien” is an unexpected franchise starter, but also a fine film worth delving into with 20 facts about the movie.

One of the best Simpsons scenes ever was only added to 'fill time'

Bob's misery is TV history's gain.