
TV news: The future of dead ‘Doctor Who’ ignites a war of words
Questions of the future of long-running British sci-fi show Doctor Who have been spiralling since the conclusion of the most recent season.
Amid uncertainty over the continued partnership between the BBC and Disney+, 15th Doctor Ncuti Gatwa surprisingly departed after a run of just 19 episodes.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence writes how the future has caused some barbs to fly in the media.

Interview: TV’s toughest star Titch Cormack on military grit & making it on screen
Titch Cormack is a dynamic Drive & Determination speaker, former military operative, TV presenter and motorcycle enthusiast.
His journey from the battlefield to the small screen and through the challenges of restoring derelict workshops has shaped a compelling message of grit, resilience and passion.
Film News Blitz presents this exclusive interview with The Motivational Speakers Agency.

TV news: ‘The Inbetweeners’ poised to return with original cast
One iconic British team has returned to the forefront of popular culture in the form of rock band Oasis, but now, a staple of television comedy could be coming back to our screens.
That’s thanks to a new deal being struck between distributor Banijay UK and production company Fudge Park Productions to revive The Inbetweeners.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence takes a look at what this could mean.

TV news: Trailer lands for new ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms'
A new Game of Thrones spin-off, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, is fast approaching to fill the gap between now and season three of House of the Dragon.
HBO released a trailer of the upcoming series earlier this week that is set to land in January 2026.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence takes a look.

Netflix news: Liam Hemsworth is on a rescue mission in ‘The Witcher’ Season 4 trailer
Liam Hemsworth’s debut as Geralt draws nearer, and Netflix has sought to build on the hype with a recently released trailer for The Witcher Season 4.
After images and teasers, this has given fans the biggest glimpse yet of Hemsworth in place of the beloved Henry Cavill in the lead role.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence unpicks the latest trailer.

Doctor Who betting tips: Could Erin Doherty land Time Lord role?
Doctor Who's future is still up in the air - but Whovians were recently handed a boost as the longstanding show was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award.
Unfortunately, a win in the Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming category wasn’t to be for Doctor Who, losing out to comedy-drama Etoile.
But thanks to Gambling.com, the leaders in betting and casino reviews and recommendations, Film News Blitz has learned that another Emmy winner, Erin Doherty, could be in line to play the 16th Doctor.

TV news: Jimmy Kimmel Live! is back on screens - and fans are thrilled
After almost a week of being suspended, Jimmy Kimmel Live! returned to some American TV screens last Tuesday.
The host’s comeback resulted in the show’s highest rating in a decade, according to Disney, with around 6.26 million people tuning in to see his return.
Film News Blitz’s Rhys Rogers looks into the reaction.

MCU news: ‘Marvel Zombies’ has dropped - but are audiences sick of superheroes?
Marvel Studios’ latest instalment to the timeline, Marvel Zombies, landed on Disney+ on Wednesday, with the full season available to watch now.
And yet, the buildup to the project on social media has been fairly tame, compared to the hype of previous Marvel projects.
Why is that? Film News Blitz writer Rhys Rogers explores the phenomenon of ‘Marvel fatigue’ in audiences.

TV news: Jimmy Kimmel's show returns to ABC
The U.S. media battleground swings to and fro.
Following a whirlwind week, Jimmy Kimmel’s popular late-night show has been reinstated and will resume as normal on ABC.
Film News Blitz writer Rhys Rogers takes us through the timeline of events that led to this point.

Emmys 2025 news: ‘Adolescence’ and ‘The Studio’ shine, Cristin Milioti’s moment arrives
On September 14, 2025, the 77th annual Emmy Awards were held in Los Angeles, celebrating a standout year in television.
Major winners included The Studio, Adolescence, and Cristin Milioti, who earned a widely praised victory.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo reflects on the results of the Emmys.

Netflix news: Extended-look at Liam Hemsworth's Geralt in 'The Witcher'
Netflix unveiled an extended look at Liam Hemsworth’s Geralt of Rivia on Sunday.
The streaming giant published a short video in tandem with a release date announcement for Season 4 of The Witcher: October 30.
Film News Blitz co-founder Dan Lawrence previews the beginning of the end for The Witcher.

TV awards: Apple’s ‘Severance’ leads the 2025 Emmy nominations
The biggest night in television is almost here: the 2025 Emmy Awards.
Host Nate Bargatze will guide the biggest and brightest names in television on Sunday, September 14, at the Peacock Theater in L.A.
Film News Blitz co-founder Dan Lawrence breaks down who leads the way in the nominations.

TV news: Amazon announces production of new ‘Tomb Raider’ series starring Sophie Turner
Amazon MGM Studios confirmed on Wednesday that production of a long-developing Tomb Raider series will commence in January.
Starring Game of Thrones’ Sophie Turner as the iconic Lara Croft, the series will aim to build on a legacy built across video games and feature films.
Film News Blitz co-founder Dan Lawrence takes a look at the creative folk behind this latest reboot.

TV news: ‘The Paper’ trailer - What is the new ‘The Office’ spin-off all about?
Last Thursday, Peacock showed us the first trailer of The Office (U.S.) and Parks and Recreation creator Greg Daniels’ latest show, The Paper.
This mockumentary, based on the ‘ever-glamorous’ life of journalism, is set in the same world as the absurd paper vendors at Dunder Mifflin.
Film News Blitz’s Charlie Gardner takes a look.

Film and TV news: What to watch this August - Shows and features
We all know that getting cosy in the evening and choosing something new to watch can seem daunting, especially considering the extreme commitment of a long-running TV series.
To make that process a little easier, here are seven recommendations - four TV shows and three films.
Film News Blitz’s Evie Scroggie looks at the current and upcoming films and TV shows to help you unwind in front of your screens.

Netflix news - ‘Wednesday’ season one recap, everything to know about the new season
Netflix’s Wednesday redefined what a teen supernatural series could be.
With its unique mix of gothic mystery, coming-of-age drama, and dry humour, it became a cultural phenomenon.
Now, as season two officially premieres on Netflix, fans are diving back into the dark world of Nevermore Academy — Film News Blitz’s Heidi Hardman-Welsh offers her preview.

TV News: ‘Ted Lasso’ season 4 officially in production
Back in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the greatest shows of the last decade was brought to our screens thanks to a collaboration between AppleTV+ and Jason Sudeikis.
Ted Lasso became an instant fan favourite, and several of the main cast shot to fame in the coming months and years, with seasons two and three also receiving reams of positive feedback.
Fans of AFC Richmond around the world have been dying to see Ted Lasso and his crew return to their screens, and Film News Blitz’s Joe Matthews explains that their wish has finally been granted.

Netflix news: ‘Stranger Things’ trailer reaction - The Upside Down ventures into Hawkins
Netflix and the Duffer Brothers finally dropped the long-awaited official teaser trailer for Stranger Things season five on July 16.
Heavy on special effects, the trailer teases an intense, supernatural rollercoaster as the series barrels toward its conclusion.
Film News Blitz’s Aidan Leo walks you through what to look out for in the new trailer, and what to expect from the finale based on what it reveals.

Netflix news: Streaming giant announces ‘Assassin’s Creed’ series adaptation
It’s time to reenter the Animus, Assassin’s Creed is officially coming to life in live-action, and it’s landing on Netflix.
The streaming giant has given the go-ahead for the much-anticipated series adaptation of Ubisoft’s best-selling game franchise, and it’s bringing in some serious talent to make it happen.
Film News Blitz’s Dan Lawrence reports.

Harry Potter odds: Place your bets for HBO’s Lord Voldemort
HBO’s developing Harry Potter series has been gathering pace, with no less than 18 actors cast to step into the wizarding world of magic.
Alas, there are still several key roles left to fill and ‘He Who Must Not Be Named,’ Lord Voldemort is among them.
Gambling.com's entertainment expert, James Leyfield, has been monitoring the new Harry Potter TV series and delivered market insights to Film News Blitz on who could play the Dark Lord.