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  • When is Season 2 of Orange Is The New Black on Sony Channel in the UK?

    Fans of Orange Is The New Black, who don’t have Netflix – we have news!

    Season 2 of the Emmy Award winning series from Lionsgate, ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK, is set to have its broadcast premiere in the UK on Sony Channel (Sky 157, Virgin 193, BT 331 and TalkTalk 331).

    The UK television premiere of Season 2 will launch with a double bill every Wednesday at 9pm from 4th October.

    This critically acclaimed comedy drama centres around Piper Chapman (Taylor Schilling), who is yanked out of her mundane and normal life with her fiancé when she is sentenced to fifteen months in prison for a decade-old drug crime.

    Season 2 sees Piper wake up in solitary and she’s not coping very well in her new surroundings, whilst in the prison a bathroom turf war erupts between the convicts. Dark, silly and subversive, who knew a tale about a woman’s prison could deliver such a lot of laughs!

    Watch the UK Network Premiere of Orange Is The New Black Season 2 on Sony Channel Sky 157, Virgin 193, BT 331, Talk Talk 331 on Wednesday at 9pm from 4th October.

  • When is Will and Grace being shown in the UK?

    So the original cast of Will and Grace have reunited and a new series has been launched, but when is it coming to the UK?

    When is Will and Grace being shown in the UK?

    Back in the noughties, Will & Grace was the show that broke the mold for the gay community. Now, ten years since the last episode was filmed a new series has been produced and fans are eagerly awaiting its broadcast in the UK.

    The original series ran from 1998 to 2006 – over 8 series.

    In January 2017 it was announced that a new series would be made – with the backing of the entire original cast – all except one cast member who wouldn’t be returning.

    Sixteen episodes, expanded from an original order of 10, were made by the producers.

    When will Will & Grace be shown in the UK?

    As of the beginning of October, there is no known air date or even channel for the ever popular sitcom. This is despite it already airing in the US pulling a magnificent 10.19 million viewers for its American broadcaster, CBS.

    Channel 4 was the original broadcaster for the show in the 00’s and although it remains to be seen if Channel 4 will pick up the show this time around. We will update this when there is confirmation on a UK broadcaster.

    Has Will & Grace been extended to further series?

    Yes, Will and Grace have been picked up for a 10th season.

  • When does the new series of Walking Dead start?

    The Walking Dead returns for season 8 and its 100th episode on Monday 23rdOctober at 9pm on FOX

    It’s that time of year again! Get your bloodied baseball bats and your crossbows at the ready because the world of walkers is about to return to your TV screens. This October, not only does the return of The Walking Dead mark the start of a whopping eighth season, but the global smash hit series is also celebrating its birthday – the start of season eight is the 100th episode of The Walking Dead!

    But not everyone is celebrating… Last season Rick Grimes and his group of survivors were confronted with their deadliest challenge yet. The introduction of Negan and the Saviors broke the group physically and emotionally…

    Walking Dead series 8 starts on the 23rd October at 9PM.

  • When is Designated Survivor back on Netflix?

    Designated Survivor is returning to Netflix this month. Here’s what you need to know about the new series starring Kiefer Sutherland.

    When is Designated Survivor back on Netflix?

    The brand new season of Netflix’s Designator Survivor is due to start streaming on Thursday 28th September and like the previous series, it is set to air weekly, in contrast to the majority of Netflix’s output.

    The majority of the cast will be joining Kirkman (Kiefer Sutherland) from season 1.

    What is Designator Survivor about?

    America’s fate rests in the hands of a low-level official after an attack on Washington decimates the government in this gripping political thriller, leaving an unelected president at the helm of a shaken country.

    So what happens in Season 2?

    Speaking to TVLine, ABC’s president, Channing Dungey said,

    “One of the things we realised is it is a very high-concept show, and we had to get the audience past that concept and get [Kiefer Sutherland’s Tom] Kirkman into the White House and all the rest of it,

    “And as much as we love the twists and turns and the cliffhangers, what we’re really looking forward to exploring in Season 2 is some of the character relationships and some of the interpersonal dynamics in the White House.”

     

    What happened at the end of Season 1 on Designated Survivor?

    Season one’s conclusion saw Kirkman resolving to reveal to the nation, the conspiracy which killed the majority of the US government, leading to his selection as commander-in-chief. Despite Agent Wells apprehending CIA agent-turned-terrorist Nestor Lozano, and the mole (Jay Whitaker) in the White House exposed there is still great unrest in the White House.

    Before his detention, Whitaker distributed classified information to billionaire Patrick Lloyd, who is set to become the focus of attention in the next series.

    Where can I watch Designated Survivor?

    Designated Survivor is available to stream on Netflix in the UK.

  • Guess what starts tonight… GBBO – and we’re all over it

    Bake… Wake… ‘eaven’s sake…

    Great British Bake Off starts tonight and we’re getting all our eggs, flour and cookie cutting implements ready and in a row. So what do we know about the show that Channel 4 blew a lot of dough (sorry not sorry) on.

    Over the next 10 weeks, 12 of the best amateur bakers in Britain will whisk, knead, ice, beat and bake their way through classic British cakes, perfect patisserie, Italian delights, sticky caramel constructions and elaborate layered puddings.

    All Twelve will be hoping to impress with their skill, creativity, knowledge and passion and clinch the Bake off Crown.

    There are 30, yes 30 challenges!

    Each of the 30 new challenges have been carefully designed by judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith to reveal just who is a star baker.

    Who is the talent?

    But it’s not just a new experience for the bakers. Also joining the tent for the first time are Sandi Toksvig and Noel Fielding, who will be with the bakers every step of the way, ready with a pertinent pep talk, a helpful hand or just a sympathetic shoulder to cry on…

    Who are the bakers?

    Find out all about the bakers here.

    What time does it start and what channel?

    Great British Bake Off starts on the 29th August and carries on for 10 weeks on Channel 4 at 8 PM.

  • When does the new series of Great British Bake Off start on Channel 4?

    Bake Off is BACK! Clear your Tuesday nights!

    The new series of Great British Bake Off is back for its 8th series and is on a new channel – so when is it on and what channel can you find it on?

    Great British Bake Off starts on the 29th August and carries on for 10 weeks on Channel 4.

    Over the next 10 weeks, 12 of the best amateur bakers in Britain will whisk, knead, ice, beat and bake their way through classic British cakes, perfect patisserie, Italian delights, sticky caramel constructions and elaborate layered puddings.

    All Twelve will be hoping to impress with their skill, creativity, knowledge and passion and clinch the Bake off Crown.

    Each of the 30 new challenges have been carefully designed by judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith to reveal just who is a star baker.

    But it’s not just a new experience for the bakers. Also joining the tent for the first time are Sandi Toksvig and Noel Fielding, who will be with the bakers every step of the way, ready with a pertinent pep talk, a helpful hand or just a sympathetic shoulder to cry on…

    The Bake Off begins with Cake Week, and sees the bakers take on a fruity signature challenge.

    Next, Prue sets her first technical – a children’s tea party favourite – and everyone is out to impress the new judge.

    And for their final challenge comes the trickiest showstopper ever set in the first week of Bake Off: An illusion cake. Creating these mind blowing illusion cakes will test their baking and design skills to the limit. Paul and Prue want to see what the bakers – and their cakes – are made of…

    1 tent. 12 new bakers. 30 new challenges.

  • What time is easyJet: Inside The Cockpit on ITV tonight?

    A brand new series for ITV finishes tonight, easyJet: Inside The Cockpit airs on ITV at 9:00 PM, Mon 21 Aug

    What time is easyJet: Inside The Cockpit on ITV?

    The last of two episodes of easyJet: Inside the Cockpit airs Mon 21 Aug at 9.00 PM.
    easyJet: Inside the Cockpit
    Last year British people took more flights than ever before, and with air travel increasing there’s now a worldwide shortage of pilots.
    This year easyJet, the UK’s biggest airline, launched its largest ever pilot recruitment drive including a focus on encouraging more women to apply for this career in which females currently make up only three per cent of pilots worldwide.
    This two-part primetime series opens the door into the cockpit to follow rookie pilots as they take their first steps from the flight school classroom into the flight simulator, and on to flying large jets with hundreds of passengers on board.
    This week, freshly-qualified 20-year-old Ryan Clyde lands for the first time in the dark in Paris with passengers on board – with the added complication that one of them has never flown before, and is extremely nervous.
    Meanwhile, cadet Sophie Trunan learns how to deal with G-forces, and the firm’s training captains jet off to France to showcase their skills to seven fledgling pilots.
    Becoming a pilot involves dedication and determination and the trainees come from every walk of life. But does the reality live up to the dream of flying high?
    easyJet: Inside the Cockpit airs  21 Aug 2017, at 9:00 PM on ITV

  • When is In Therapy with Paul Burrell on Channel 5?

    Paul Burrell opens up about his sexuality and his life as Princess Diana’s personal butler in Channel 5’s In Therapy series.

    When is In Therapy with Paul Burrell on Channel 5?

    Paul Burrell, who recently came out as gay, shares the ups and downs of life in Channel 5’s In Therapy and is one of the rare male participants of the show, which has seen Nikki Grahame, Colleen Nolan and Kerry Katona all talk honestly about their issues on camera.

    Who is Paul Burrell married to?

    Paul went from serving as Princess Diana’s personal butler and close confidant to one of the go-to faces of reality TV, having appeared on countless shows, including Celebrity Big Brother. In this show, he reveals to psychotherapist Mandy Saligari about how the events of his past have affected his mental health.

    When did Paul Burrell come out as gay?

    The UK’s most famous butler turned reality star and tell-all author, Paul Burrell came out as gay in March 2017. He married his partner, lawyer Graham Cooper in April 2017. They are both 58.

    He divorced his wife of 32 years and they have two sons together, Alexander and Nicholas.

    Paul’s episode will air on Monday the 21st August 2017 at 10 PM directly after Celebrity Big Brother.

     

  • Who was evicted from Celebrity Big Brother last night?

    Yesterday saw the third eviction from the Celebrity Big Brother house, but who was left to face the crowds and Emma Willis’s questioning?

    Who was evicted from Celebrity Big Brother last night?

    Since yesterday, the public have been voting to save JEMMA, SAM, HELEN or JORDAN. During tonight’s Channel 5 show, EMMA WILLIS announced live to the house that the person with the fewest votes, and third to be evicted, was JORDAN.

    Following the announcement, he said his goodbyes and immediately left the house, greeted by Emma and cheers from the crowd.

    Emma asked Jordan how he’s feeling: “It’s weird, I am actually gutted but nice to see people! I am devastated to go, I am gutted…it was meant to be, it’s understandable.”

    Jordan adds: “My image is so bad when it comes to women, I wanted to show there was more to me than just women!”

    On Marissa: “I thought Marissa was totally into me…I thought she was being genuine but I couldn’t tell.” He adds: “I was gutted when Marissa left and she was ridiculously good looking! When she left I had no girl to flirt with. When she was flirting she was keeping it back a bit and I then thought she was playing a game.”

    On Sam: “I had my boy Sam! He’s got Paul in there, he may struggle without me but he’s a strong lad he’ll be alright.”

    On Jemma: “She says it how it is! She expected me to have her back, it was hard. She wouldn’t leave me and Sam alone!”

    On Sarah: “She’s a nightmare! When she has a drink she’s a different person. I hate her. The Chad thing is bullish*t!”

     

    Who else has been evicted from Celebrity Big Brother?

    First out was Mob Wive Marissa Jade and she was followed by Apprentice star, Karthik Nagesan.

    Marissa Jade (32) is an American model and actress, best known for appearing in the series Mob Wives. Born and raised in New York, her impressive modelling credits include Ralph Lauren, Tahari, Nine West and Brian Atwood. She has also appeared in Gossip Girl, The Good Wife and Law & Order. Known for her no nonsense attitude and role of one of the most memorable altercations in Mob Wives history, Marissa is a devoted mum to her eight-year-old son whom she raises on her own.

    Karthik Nagesan was fired on the spot by Lord Sugar after one of the worst results the show has ever seen, selling just £188 compared to his rival’s £40,000 plus! Karthik quickly became a fan favourite on the show due to his entertaining personality, and above all, his love for the monobrow. He describes himself as “the next billion dollar unicorn”!

    Has anyone quit the show this year?

    Trisha quit the show after just 11 days

    YouTuber and internet celebrity Trisha Paytas Celebrity Big Brother after just 11 days.

    The blonde bombshell decided to quit just hours after being saved from eviction. She has been miserable over the last few days and even decided to spend much of her time in bed – so the public would think she was boring.

  • What time is Celebrity Big Brother’s Bit On The Side and who’s on with Rylan Clark-Neal

    Celebrity Big Brother’s Bit On The Side continues tonight with Rylan Clark-Neal and guests.

    Tonight’s episode of Celebrity Big Brother’s Bit On The Side continues with an in-depth look to the last 24 hours in the Celebrity Big Brother house. Joining host Rylan will be: Joe Swash, James Jordan and Sandra Martin, plus Tom Read Wilson.

    In tonight’s episode, there will also be the appearance of whoever is evicted from the main house- up for the chop is Sam, Helen, Jordan or Jemma one of whom will be evicted live tonight!

    Who is Rylan Clark-Neal and is he married?

    Rylan is probably most famous for his stint on the X Factor in 2012 where he finished in fifth place. He then went on to take part in and win Celebrity Big Brother in January 2013.  He was born in 1988 and actually first made his name on a smaller reality show called, Signed By Katie Price, which he placed runner up. In 2015 he married his long-term partner former Big Brother contestant, turned presenter Dan Clark-Neal.

    Dan popped the question of marriage to Rylan when they were on a romantic getaway in Paris. Since they’ve been together Rylan has made it clear that he wants children – but so far the patter of tiny feet eludes the celebrity pair.

     

  • What time is easyJet: Inside The Cockpit on ITV?

    A brand new series for ITV finishes tonight, easyJet: Inside The Cockpit airs on ITV at 9:00 PM, Mon 21 Aug

    What time is easyJet: Inside The Cockpit on ITV?

    The last of two episodes of easyJet: Inside the Cockpit airs Mon 21 Aug at 9.00 PM.
    easyJet: Inside the Cockpit
    Last year British people took more flights than ever before, and with air travel increasing there’s now a worldwide shortage of pilots.
    This year easyJet, the UK’s biggest airline, launched its largest ever pilot recruitment drive including a focus on encouraging more women to apply for this career in which females currently make up only three per cent of pilots worldwide.
    This two-part primetime series opens the door into the cockpit to follow rookie pilots as they take their first steps from the flight school classroom into the flight simulator, and on to flying large jets with hundreds of passengers on board.
    This week, freshly-qualified 20-year-old Ryan Clyde lands for the first time in the dark in Paris with passengers on board – with the added complication that one of them has never flown before, and is extremely nervous.
    Meanwhile, cadet Sophie Trunan learns how to deal with G-forces, and the firm’s training captains jet off to France to showcase their skills to seven fledgling pilots.
    Becoming a pilot involves dedication and determination and the trainees come from every walk of life. But does the reality live up to the dream of flying high?
    easyJet: Inside the Cockpit airs  21 Aug 2017, at 9:00 PM on ITV