Tuesday, 7 February 2023

Basil returns

 It has been announced that John Clesse is working on a reboot of Fawlty Towers. This new version will see Basil navigating the modern world in his own unique way. No air date as yetq.

Friday, 3 February 2023

We have the authority

 A few days ago it was announced that an number of film and TV shows based on DC Comics titles would be made. Perhaps the most curious is The Authority, a comic book once described as Justice League on steroids. The team has 2 members (Midnighter and Apollo) who could be compared to Batman and Superman, who are a gay couple. One of the most unique superhero movie is on it's way.

Tuesday, 31 January 2023

Awful quiz show answer 31-01-2023

 On the recent edition of Tipping Point a contestant was asked how many teams take part in the FA Cup final. The answer given was 14. The actual answer is of course 2.

Tuesday, 17 January 2023

Awful quiz show answer 16-01-2023

 On the recent edition of Mastermind a contestant was asked on which daytime Tv show do teams wearing red and blue compete in buying antiques. The answer they gave was Antiques Roadshow. The actual answer is Bargain Hunt.

Wednesday, 4 January 2023

TV ratings 03-01-2023

 The first episode of the revival of Waterloo Road drew 1.6 million viewers. A disappointment considering the pre launch hype.

Tuesday, 3 January 2023

TV ratings 02-01-2023

 The first episode of ITV1 drama Stonehouse got 2.5 million viewers compared to 4.3 million viewers Silent Witness got on BBC1. The 2 will clash again tonight.

Monday, 2 January 2023

Where John went

 Starting tonight on ITV1 is Stonehouse. It tells the true story of John Stonehouse, a Labour MP who faked his own death to avoid an number of troubles. Playing Stonehouse is Matthew MacFadyen while playing his wife is Matthew's own wife Keeley Hawes.