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Nightsleeper, BBC One review: derail your critical faculties to enjoy this daft thrill ride

Hackjacked. It’s a good word, don’t you think? So good in fact that you feel writer Nick Leather hung his hat on it and then had to think up a whole story to go with it. So he invites us to climb on board Nightsleeper (BBC One), derail all critical faculties and hurtle from crisis to crisis as disgraced cop Joe (Joe Cole) does a kind of low-rent Sp...

The 20 best performances that didn't win an Oscar

The Academy Award is the holy grail of acting, an aspiration for many who offer themselves up on the big screen. Unfortunately, the Academy is often very fickle, and it’s sometimes difficult to tell what logic (or lack thereof) determines nominations.

20 films meant for kids that are really not for kids

Family movie nights can be wonderful. They can be a shared experience in which everyone is lost in the same film — both parents and children glued to the screen. But not all kids movies are meant for kids. These films are worth looking into before you choose them for family night.

London Fashion Week: front row and parties

See who's been taking in the London collections

The Best-Dressed Men at The Emmy Awards 2024

A mixed bag (wardrobe) of tailoring and smart casual

Starmer’s £100,000 of gifts and tickets – and how it compares to Sunak, Johnson and May

Keir Starmer's declared freebies are much higher than any of his predecessors, and higher than any other MP since 2019

‘The Penguin’ Review: Who Needs Batman, Anyway?

Colin Farrell dons a different kind of suit to play a different kind of superhero villain

25 awful film adaptations of hit TV shows

The idea of taking the premise and characters from a popular television show and turning it all into a movie with different actors in familiar roles has been a Hollywood staple. That doesn't mean it's always a good idea. Here are 25 of the worst examples.

9 films on Netflix you probably haven’t watched – but definitely should

Batman becomes first superhero to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Batman becomes first superhero to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star - The Caped Crusader will receive the 2,790th star on the Walk of Fame

Robert De Niro says he has ‘no choice’ but to ‘embrace’ aging

Robert De Niro says he has ‘no choice’ but to ‘embrace’ aging - ‘Embrace whatever you’ve been given,’ the actor says

The 20 most hilarious songs in country music history

As a genre, country music is known for tackling lots of heavy issues — love, loss, and everything in between. But it's also totally willing to joke around

The 23 Most Controversial Oscars Moments

You never know quite what will happen!

Cher’s headlining the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Here’s everything we know

Cher’s headlining the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Here’s everything we know - The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show will be held in New York City on October 15, 2024

Where to watch A Very Royal Scandal in the UK

Where to watch A Very Royal Scandal in the UK - Michael Sheen and Ruth Wilson star in this dramatisation of Prince Andrew’s disastrous BBC interview

The 30 Most Stylish Film Characters Ever

Get some style inspiration *and* feel like a cinephile.

19 movies that saved actors’ careers

19 movies that saved actors’ careers - Louis Chilton looks at 19 projects that managed to pull great stars back from the brink

Friends actor Aisha Tyler says show’s original casting reflected attitude that ‘only white stories sold’

Friends actor Aisha Tyler says show’s original casting reflected attitude that ‘only white stories sold’ - US actor joined the cast of the hit show in 2003 as the first Black recurring character

18 classic songs that stunningly almost didn't become hits

When you see this list of songs, you'll be surprised at which of your favorite bangers had a rough start.

D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai’s red handprint at the 2024 Emmys has a deeper meaning

D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai’s red handprint at the 2024 Emmys has a deeper meaning - The red handprint is a powerful symbol for Native American communities

Scots village set for starring role in new drama starring Brian Cox and Alan Cumming

The village of Gartmore, west Stirlingshire, will next week see a production crew arrive as they film a new drama film starring Scottish acting icons Brian Cox and Alan Cumming.

Iconic 70s metal band announce ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ 50th anniversary tour

3 hidden Amazon Prime Video shows that must go on your playlist

We've dug out three top notch Prime Video TV series you might have missed.

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story review – The best and worst of Ryan Murphy

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story review – The best and worst of Ryan Murphy - 3/5 The story of the Menéndez brothers lacks the gruesome excess of the first instalment of ‘Monster’ but feels tonally uneven

Chasing Amy’s Joey Lauren Adams: ‘They want you in a padded bra, they want more skin – it was just on and on’

Chasing Amy’s Joey Lauren Adams: ‘They want you in a padded bra, they want more skin – it was just on and on’ - INTERVIEW: The ‘Dazed and Confused’ and ‘Big Daddy’ actor is relieved to finally be playing eccentric character roles and not just the girlfriend to the leading man. She speaks to Adam White about sexual harassment, fleeing Hollywood, and why Kevin Smith ‘left her in the s***’ after writing about their relationship

Coronation Street actor has died

Coronation Street star Geoff Hinsliff has died aged 87, ITV has said.

Who Is Thalia Besson, Emily In Paris' First Villian?

The series' newcomer is not as innocent as she initially seems

25 Amazing Biopics Everyone Should See

Who doesn't love a good biopic? Sometimes its about learning some interesting history, sometimes it's just about an amazing performance, but the best ones have both.

20 superhero flicks for people who can't stand superhero flicks

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.

Uma Thurman and Arnold Schwarzenegger reunite as Batman character return is teased

Uma Thurman and Arnold Schwarzenegger reunite as Batman character return is teased - ‘The iceman cometh’ said Schwarzenegger’s son in response to news about the next Batman movie

2020s songs that are perfect for karaoke night

In need of fresh ideas for your next karaoke night? Have no fear. My extensive music knowledge and I are here. Here are some of the best song choices from the 2020s (so far) to sing at karaoke.

You won’t want to miss these 17 fall-themed movies this cozy season

The Best Movies of All Time

20 TV shows that went out and left viewers with questions

Most of us crave resolution from our television show finales, but that isn’t always the case. These 20 shows ended on major cliffhangers.

The 23 Funniest Actors (Who Aren't Actually Comedians)

But you'd never know it.

Iconic 00s rock band favourite to headline Glastonbury for first time

JK Rowling’s Harry Potter opening line voted among best of all time

She may be loudly reviled by some for her views on transgender issues and women’s rights, but that hasn’t stopped thousands hailing the opening line of JK Rowling’s first Harry Potter novel as one of the greatest ever. The opening words to Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone have been voted among the most memorable and captivating opening line...

Timothée as Spider-Man?: 15 actors who just avoided career-destroying roles

Timothée as Spider-Man?: 15 actors who just avoided career-destroying roles - THE COUNTDOWN: Matthew McConaughey in ‘Speed 2’? Joaquin Phoenix in ‘Doctor Strange’? Charlize Theron in ‘Showgirls’? Adam White has run down some of the most shocking what-might-have-beens in Hollywood history

31 Child Stars Who Became Successful Adult Actors

They made the notoriously bumpy transition look seamless.

Netflix hit with near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes score watched 70 million times

Kylie Minogue announces huge world tour for 2025 – here’s how to get tickets

Kylie Minogue announces huge world tour for 2025 – here’s how to get tickets - ‘There will be a whole lot of Padaming!’ singer said

The 21 most inspired friends in cinema

From some who are absolutely clueless to those who share clothing, these are the most inspired friends in cinema.

Here Are the 2024 Emmys Winners in Full

It was a big night for Shogun, Baby Reindeer and The Bear

Badlands (Full Episode) | America's National Parks

Badlands National Park is an ancient land full of rugged beauty. Once an inland ocean, it’s now home to some of America's most iconic species. Enjoy a free trial of National Geographic right here: https://ngmdomsubs.nationalgeographic.com/servlet/OrdersGateway?cds_mag_code=NG9&cds_page_id= ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe ➡ Get more Nat Geo Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLivjPDlt6ApSiD2mk9Ngp-5dZ9CDDn72O ➡ Get more Nat Geo Wild Full Episodes: https://youtu.be/qAG2SkTPltw And check out more National Geographic series and specials here: ➡ Disney Plus: https://on.natgeo.com/3q6on5p ➡ Hulu: https://on.natgeo.com/3Qor0Ko ➡ NGTV app: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/tv/ ➡ ABC app: https://abc.com/ #FullEpisode #AmericasNationalParks #NationalGeographic About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@natgeo Tenor: http://on.natgeo.com/31b3Koc Badlands (Full Episode) | America's National Parks https://youtu.be/7jyWtgp9qTE National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

25 Classic '80s Movies You've Probably Forgotten About

Some of our favorite widely overlooked '80s movies.

Clawfoot review – Hollywood nepo babies do fine in horror-comedy bathed in gore

This cheeky suburban black comedy-horror confection builds from a slow start to a delicious finish, making up for what it lacks in subtlety with a whopping dose of impish delight. Janet (Francesca Eastwood, the daughter of Clint Eastwood and Frances Fisher), at first looks every inch the bland, cold trophy wife, living in a sterile show home where she doesn’t do much apart from exercise and work on maintaining her immaculate appearance....

The Lowest Rated Movie From 22 Popular Franchises

Prepare yourself for some surprises included among the lowest rated entries of some of Hollywood's most beloved movie franchises.

Street Food in Essaouira 🇲🇦 Moroccan Food So Nice They Named it Twice : COUSCOUS!

On day 3 of our costal road trip in Morocco we're spending the day in one of the most beautiful towns in all of Morocco : Essaouira. Known for it's winding old streets we're on a mission to explore Essaouira's culinary scene from top to bottom. From fish markets and fish burgers to home cooked couscous, you're not going to want to miss the delicious food in Essaouira. Book your Moroccan Food Tour : https://www.moroccanfoodtour.com Riad Dar L'Oussia : https://maps.app.goo.gl/3ph3QvzrR2DBLZ477 _____________________ I'm Luke Martin, food lover and world traveller! I make videos about local, authentic and unique foods from across the globe. I particularly like to sample street food across Asia. I’ve eaten my way across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, parts of Africa, North America and the list is still growing! My mission is to create content that is entertaining, informative, honest and fun! I love what I do and I'm always grateful for your support! Thank you and see you on the next episode! ______________________ 👕 BUY CHOPSTICK TRAVEL MERCH : https://www.bonfire.com/store/chopsticktravel 🥢 SUPPORT CHOPSTICK TRAVEL : https://www.patreon.com/join/chopsticktravel https://www.youtube.com/lukemartin/join 📱FOLLOW CHOPSTICK TRAVEL : https://www.facebook.com/chopsticktravel https://www.instagram.com/chopsticktravel https://www.chopsticktravel.com 🎵 MUSIC (try it for free) : https://share.epidemicsound.com/chopsticktravel

Children’s TV series Balamory to return to CBeebies

Children’s TV series Balamory to return to CBeebies - The two new series are expected to include some of the original characters.

Gavin & Stacey cast bid farewell to Barry as filming ends

The cast of Gavin & Stacey have bid farewell to Barry as filming in the town ends.