Pete Dillon-Trenchard Apr 15, 2017
Huge spoilers, as we unpack the Doctor Who series 10 opener - The Pilot - in search of references and treats.
This article contains spoilers for Doctor Who.
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Doctor Who is back for its 36th series, and with it are our viewing notes - a weekly guide to the references, similarities (intentional or otherwise!) and generally interesting things about each episode. Whilst we’ve crammed in as much as we can find, this is by no means a definitive list - so if you’re sat there thinking ‘You fools! You missed this!’, feel free to plop it down in the comments below. But remember: Don’t phone, it’s just for fun.
Huge spoilers, as we unpack the Doctor Who series 10 opener - The Pilot - in search of references and treats.
This article contains spoilers for Doctor Who.
See related Exclusive: Bryan Fuller on American Gods casting Star Trek: what can we expect from Bryan Fuller's new show? Bryan Fuller interview: Hannibal season 3, Red Dragon, American Gods Bryan Fuller interview: Hannibal season 3, American Gods
Doctor Who is back for its 36th series, and with it are our viewing notes - a weekly guide to the references, similarities (intentional or otherwise!) and generally interesting things about each episode. Whilst we’ve crammed in as much as we can find, this is by no means a definitive list - so if you’re sat there thinking ‘You fools! You missed this!’, feel free to plop it down in the comments below. But remember: Don’t phone, it’s just for fun.
- 4/15/2017
- Den of Geek
It’s time to get excited about TV science fiction again, as Us cable network AMC partners with UK broadcaster Channel 4 to produce Humans – an eight episode series to be co-produced by UK company Kudos (Broadchurch). The project is an adaptation of the Swedish science fiction-drama titled Real Humans that aired in 2012. That source material was written by Lars Lundstrom and was described by critics as “creepy as hell,” so this English language version – from the pens of Sam Vincent and Jonathan Brackley (Spooks) – looks very promising indeed.
Originally developed for release on Microsoft’s Xbox Entertainment platform, the show is set in an alternative, current reality, in which the must-have gadget for households is a “synth,” which are highly developed robotic servants that are incredibly realistic in terms of their resemblance to mankind. Such hardware is not always within easy financial reach for the average suburban family, however,...
Originally developed for release on Microsoft’s Xbox Entertainment platform, the show is set in an alternative, current reality, in which the must-have gadget for households is a “synth,” which are highly developed robotic servants that are incredibly realistic in terms of their resemblance to mankind. Such hardware is not always within easy financial reach for the average suburban family, however,...
- 10/15/2014
- by Sarah Myles
- We Got This Covered
The Thick of It Series 4, Episode 7
Written by Simon Blackwell, Sean Gray, Ian Martin, Tony Roche, Will Smith
Directed by Tony Roche
Original airdate October 27, 2012
For four seasons and two specials, The Thick of it, acted as a strange hybrid between The West Wing and The Office. Some might argue that The Thick of it is technically better than either of those shows (this writer included), and the final episode proves why.
With bullet fast dialogue and intensely good acting (you’ll always be Malcolm Tucker to us Peter Capaldi), The Thick of it thrust viewers into a behind the scenes look at British government, often focusing on the barely functioning fictional Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship and the two ministers that run the department, first Hugh Abbot (Chris Langham) and later Nicola Murray (the painfully funny Rebecca Front). They are “helped” by aides Ollie Reeder (Chris Addison), Terri...
Written by Simon Blackwell, Sean Gray, Ian Martin, Tony Roche, Will Smith
Directed by Tony Roche
Original airdate October 27, 2012
For four seasons and two specials, The Thick of it, acted as a strange hybrid between The West Wing and The Office. Some might argue that The Thick of it is technically better than either of those shows (this writer included), and the final episode proves why.
With bullet fast dialogue and intensely good acting (you’ll always be Malcolm Tucker to us Peter Capaldi), The Thick of it thrust viewers into a behind the scenes look at British government, often focusing on the barely functioning fictional Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship and the two ministers that run the department, first Hugh Abbot (Chris Langham) and later Nicola Murray (the painfully funny Rebecca Front). They are “helped” by aides Ollie Reeder (Chris Addison), Terri...
- 10/3/2013
- by Tressa
- SoundOnSight
Doctor Who
With production having just commenced on the seventh season of "Doctor Who", the first photo has been published at Radio Times showing returning cast members Matt Smith, Arthur Darvill and Karen Gillan.
Though Darvill and Gillan will leave as regulars this season, the pair are confirmed for at least the first three episodes. Alex Kingston's River Song will appear in the first episode which Steven Moffat is penning.
Community
NBC has announced that the third season of its critically acclaimed sitcom "Community" is finally set to return on March 15th at 8pm, taking over that Thursday timeslot with "30 Rock" and "The Office" immediately following. [Source: Time.com]
Casting News
More TV pilots are being cast with some familiar names being locked into roles.
Dennis Quaid and Michael Chiklis are up for the lead and villain roles respectively in "Ralph Lamb", the new 60's Vegas crime drama from "Goodfellas" scribe Nicholas Pileggi.
With production having just commenced on the seventh season of "Doctor Who", the first photo has been published at Radio Times showing returning cast members Matt Smith, Arthur Darvill and Karen Gillan.
Though Darvill and Gillan will leave as regulars this season, the pair are confirmed for at least the first three episodes. Alex Kingston's River Song will appear in the first episode which Steven Moffat is penning.
Community
NBC has announced that the third season of its critically acclaimed sitcom "Community" is finally set to return on March 15th at 8pm, taking over that Thursday timeslot with "30 Rock" and "The Office" immediately following. [Source: Time.com]
Casting News
More TV pilots are being cast with some familiar names being locked into roles.
Dennis Quaid and Michael Chiklis are up for the lead and villain roles respectively in "Ralph Lamb", the new 60's Vegas crime drama from "Goodfellas" scribe Nicholas Pileggi.
- 2/22/2012
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Typically, we use this spot to tell you about all the new releases coming to Netflix Instant Watch this week. Unfortunately, August is a dead month and nothing of significance comes out this week, so let’s count down the top 20 TV shows on Netlfix Streaming…
#20. The Office (Us) (Seasons 1-6)
The show has unfortunately gone flat recently but the first few seasons are absolutely amazing.
#19. Chappelle’s Show (S1-3)
The only downside to watching this series is realizing how much you miss Chappelle.
#18. The X-Files (S1-9)
Always an interesting way to kill an hour. I use it as a pallet cleanser after I go on a 6+ episodes in one day rush on another show on Netflix.
#17. The Larry Sanders Show (S1-6)
This is here mostly because of its reputation. Watching it started to wear me out around Season 3. It’s an interesting show but pace yourself with it.
#20. The Office (Us) (Seasons 1-6)
The show has unfortunately gone flat recently but the first few seasons are absolutely amazing.
#19. Chappelle’s Show (S1-3)
The only downside to watching this series is realizing how much you miss Chappelle.
#18. The X-Files (S1-9)
Always an interesting way to kill an hour. I use it as a pallet cleanser after I go on a 6+ episodes in one day rush on another show on Netflix.
#17. The Larry Sanders Show (S1-6)
This is here mostly because of its reputation. Watching it started to wear me out around Season 3. It’s an interesting show but pace yourself with it.
- 8/8/2011
- by Daniel Rohr
- Flickchart
Modern Family led the 17th Screen Actors Guild nominations Thursday with four mentions, as Ed O'Neill finally got some awards love, while Betty White continues to be the toast of the town.
The cast of the ABC comedy will vie for comedy ensemble honors against defending champ Glee, The Office, 30 Rock and Hot in Cleveland. Modern Family stars O'Neill — who was snubbed at the Emmys and the Golden Globes — Ty Burrell and Sofia Vergara picked up acting ...
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The cast of the ABC comedy will vie for comedy ensemble honors against defending champ Glee, The Office, 30 Rock and Hot in Cleveland. Modern Family stars O'Neill — who was snubbed at the Emmys and the Golden Globes — Ty Burrell and Sofia Vergara picked up acting ...
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- 12/16/2010
- by Joyce Eng
- TVGuide - Breaking News
There's nothing more infuriating for some people to be told, "You have to watch this show." For a lot of folks, that's exactly how you get them not to watch the show. I have no doubt I've driven as many people away from watching "Friday Night Lights," as I've encouraged others to see it (let it be known, however, that those who do break down and give in to it are not disappointed). So, you know what: Watch whatever the fuck you want to watch. If you come home after a hard day at the office and just want to plop your ass down in front of "Hoarders," and wallow in the misery of others, who am I to discourage that? I don't care what you watch. It's your life. If "CSI: Wyoming" does the trick for you, then let it be, man. To each their own.
But I'll tell...
But I'll tell...
- 4/23/2010
- by Dustin Rowles
Thanks to BBC America, DVD box sets, and torrents, more and more of us Yanks have the opportunity to see what folks on the other side of the pond are watching. And there's some good stuff to be had. The short run afforded British series' allows for a creative compactness that is often lacking in American shows. Dramas can move the plot along at breakneck speed when the story calls for it, or take a step back and let the characters simply do their thing, all without needing to resort to filler episodes while the writers bide their time to a season climax. Similarly, comedies can punch up the jokes-per-minute without worrying about running out of steam eight hours in, and the more farcical comedy need not come up with dozens of wacky scenarios to throw their characters in, eventually stretching the credibility of even the most lenient sitcom viewer.
- 12/3/2009
- by Seth Freilich
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