Possession Teaser Released for Sky Limited Series

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By Jon Donnis

Sky has released a first look teaser for Possession, a five-part limited event series previously known as Inheritance. The supernatural thriller is created and written by Karla Crome and directed by Storm Saulter, and it brings together a cast led by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jonny Lee Miller, Sheldon Shepherd and Bel Powley.

The story follows Claudia, played by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, an ambitious young bi-racial lawyer who travels to Jamaica to contest an inheritance claim brought by Cudjoe East, played by Sheldon Shepherd, against Oliver Connaught, played by Jonny Lee Miller, a wealthy white aristocrat. What begins as a legal dispute soon shifts when Claudia discovers the case is tied to Hope Hill, the Connaught family’s former plantation, a place that has long haunted her nightmares.

As the case develops, Claudia and Oliver are drawn deeper into the history of the estate, uncovering unsettling connections between the plantation’s brutal past and the injustices that continue to shape the present. The investigation forces both characters to confront truths that reach far beyond the courtroom.

Possession blends supernatural thriller elements with the atmosphere and energy of Jamaica, following Claudia’s journey into buried secrets and identity, while exploring how the past continues to shape the present in unexpected and disturbing ways.

Brenda Blethyn and Jessica Reynolds Return for Series Two of A Woman of Substance

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By Jon Donnis

Channel 4 has confirmed that Brenda Blethyn and Jessica Reynolds will return for a second series of A Woman of Substance, continuing the story of Emma Harte, the housemaid-turned-business mogul at the centre of the drama. The series is produced by The Forge Entertainment, part of Banijay UK, known for titles including National Treasure, The Buccaneers and Marriage.

Blethyn and Reynolds reprise their roles in the adaptation of Barbara Taylor Bradford’s bestselling novels, which follow Emma Harte’s rise as a determined and uncompromising figure across decades of personal and professional struggle. The first series proved a major success for Channel 4 streaming, becoming its most-watched drama in five years since It’s a Sin, with an average audience of three million per episode.

The first series concluded with a significant twist, as Emma’s granddaughter and chosen heir, Paula, revealed she had secretly married into the Fairley family. The decision left the future of Emma’s legacy uncertain and reopened old tensions that have long defined the Harte and Fairley rivalry.

The new series picks up as Emma emerges from the First World War and steps into the rapidly changing world of the 1920s. Her ambition to strengthen the Harte name remains relentless, alongside her ongoing drive to see the Fairley family held accountable. Her journey is complicated further by the presence of Paul McGill, described as a charismatic and difficult romantic force in her life, as well as a series of personal losses and betrayals that test her resilience.

Alongside the 1920s storyline, the series also continues in the 1970s, where an older Emma Harte faces a new battle to reclaim control of her life’s work from Jim Fairley. The narrative spans generations, reflecting both the personal cost of ambition and the enduring weight of legacy.

Channel 4 Announces Cast for Mog’s Bad Thing

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By Jon Donnis

Channel 4 has revealed the cast for Mog’s Bad Thing, a hand-drawn animated seasonal special from Lupus Films based on Judith Kerr’s classic picture book. The programme is set to air on Channel 4 this Christmas and continues the long-running screen life of the much-loved Mog stories.

Several familiar voices return to the world of Mog for this new adaptation. Adjoa Andoh returns as the Narrator, while Benedict Cumberbatch voices Mr Thomas and Claire Foy plays Mrs Thomas. Amelie Law returns as Debbie and Teddy Skelton returns as Nicky, continuing their roles from Mog’s Christmas.

The special also introduces a number of new cast members. John Thomson joins as Mr Bunce, Katherine Parkinson voices Mrs Ramsbottom, Mawaan Rizwan plays Ali, and Amelia Theodorou appears as Amy, adding to the ensemble for this festive instalment.

In Mog’s Bad Thing, the story follows Mog, the Thomas family’s tabby cat who is often in trouble despite her good intentions. During a garden cat show hosted by the family, Mog’s excitement leads her to do a “bad thing”, after which she hides away in the attic feeling sorry for herself and misses the beginning of the event. The story follows her journey as she tries to overcome her hiding place, make amends and find a way to help save the day.

The special is produced by Ruth Fielding and Camilla Deakin for Lupus Films, the studio behind Kensuke’s Kingdom and The Snowman and The Snowdog. It is written by Joanna Harrison and directed by Robin Shaw, who also worked on The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog’s Christmas. The production continues the adaptation of Judith Kerr’s celebrated Mog series, which has remained in print since 1970 and has sold over four million copies worldwide, translated into 24 languages.

The announcement follows the success of Channel 4’s BAFTA-nominated Mog’s Christmas, further extending the screen presence of Kerr’s enduring children’s character and her long-established place in British storytelling.

Katie Price: Nothing to Hide Trailer Released

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By Jon Donnis

The trailer has been released today for Katie Price: Nothing to Hide, offering a first look at the Sky Original four-part series from Louis Theroux’s BAFTA-winning Mindhouse, known for Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere and Lockerbie, alongside BAFTA and International Emmy-winning director Paddy Wivell.

The archive-led retrospective takes a documentary approach to Katie Price’s life, bringing together unseen footage and first-time, candid testimony from people closest to her. This includes family, friends, and both professional and personal relationships, as well as individuals who have been part of her world over the past three decades.

Since first appearing as her alter ego Jordan on Page 3 of The Sun in 1996, Katie Price has become one of the most photographed women of her generation. Her life has unfolded in the public eye through newspapers, magazines, reality television, and social media, covering marriages, motherhood, major commercial deals, scandal, cosmetic surgery, bankruptcy, and betrayal.

With new perspectives and previously unheard accounts, the series aims to provide fresh context to a life lived under constant public attention, moving beyond headlines to present a detailed portrait of one of Britain’s most recognisable celebrity figures.

The series is directed by Paddy Wivell, with Phelan Glen as series producer. Executive producers for Mindhouse are Arron Fellows and Emma Whitehead, with Maria Sharman serving as production executive. The series was commissioned for Sky by Hayley Reynolds, Head of Documentary Commissioning, and Kathryn Taylor, Commissioning Editor.

Katie Price: Nothing to Hide, a four-part Sky Original series, will be available on Sky and the streaming service NOW on 8 July.

The Reclaimers: Made in Suffolk

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By Jon Donnis

Channel 4 has commissioned The Reclaimers: Made in Suffolk, a five part series from Rare TV that will air on More4. The series follows a family run business based at Tinkers Barn, a salvage yard set in the Suffolk countryside, where once loved items are given a new purpose through rescue, restoration and repurposing.

At the centre of the series is the Warnes family across three generations. Andy runs the business alongside his wife and business partner Hayley, who focuses on design and detail to transform forgotten finds into desirable pieces. Their son Jonah has grown up around the trade and is learning the work firsthand, while Andy’s father, known as Pops, a master craftsman with decades of experience, appears later in the series to bring additional expertise.

Each episode follows the family as they search for items to salvage, taking on materials and objects from old buildings and demolition sites. They work across locations such as castles, schools and hospitals, recovering everything from bricks and mortar to worn household and garden furnishings. The aim is to find use in discarded items and return them to circulation through restoration and resale.

The business operates on tight margins, with every purchase needing to be recouped through resale, reflecting the financial pressures of running a small family enterprise. The cameras follow the Warnes throughout their work, showing the day to day running of the business as they expand and diversify income while operating within Britain’s challenged economy.

The Traitors US Series Four in Scotland

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By Jon Donnis

The Traitors US series four sees an all star cast arrive in Scotland under the cover of darkness for the ultimate game of deception and the chance to win up to $250,000.

Under the watchful eye of host Alan Cumming, the cards of fate are dealt, secrets lurk in the shadows, and the game starts faster than ever before.

Watch The Traitors US on BBC iPlayer and BBC Three, with new episodes every Thursday.

The contestants joining Alan in The Traitors castle are mainly famous faces and stars of US TV series.

The players are:

Natalie Anderson - Survivor and The Amazing Race

Yamil 'Yam Yam' Arocho - Survivor

Mark Ballas - Dancing With The Stars

Rob Cesternino - Survivor

Stephen Colletti - One Tree Hill and Laguna Beach

Candiace Dillard Bassett - The Real Housewives of Potomac

Ron Funches - Actor/Comedian

Maura Higgins - Love Island UK and Love Island USA

Donna Kelce - Mother to Travis and Jason Kelce

Kristen Kish - Top Chef

Tara Lipinski - Olympic figure skater

Dorinda Medley - The Real Housewives of New York City, The Traitors US series 3

Tiffany Mitchell - Big Brother

Monét X Change - RuPaul’s Drag Race

Eric Nam - Singer

Michael Rapaport - Actor/Comedian

Rob Rausch - Love Island USA

Lisa Rinna - The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

Caroline Stanbury - Ladies of London, The Real Housewives of Dubai

Ian Terry - Big Brother

Colton Underwood - The Bachelor, The Bachelorette

Johnny Weir - Olympic figure skater

Porsha Williams - The Real Housewives of Atlanta

Nightsleeper Set to Return as BBC Orders Second Series

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By Jon Donnis

The BBC has confirmed that Nightsleeper will return for a second series following the strong performance of its debut run and its growing popularity with audiences both in the UK and overseas.

Created by BAFTA and RTS award-winning writer Nick Leather and produced by Element Pictures, a Fremantle company, the thriller quickly established itself as one of the broadcaster's standout dramas. When it launched in September 2024, the opening episode attracted 8.5 million viewers, making it the BBC's biggest new drama launch of the year.

The first series centred on the fictional Heart of Britain sleeper train travelling from Glasgow to London. As events spiralled out of control, two strangers found themselves working together under intense pressure to protect the passengers on board and uncover the truth behind the unfolding crisis.

The drama's appeal extended far beyond the UK. Nightsleeper was sold into 176 territories around the world, helping it build an international audience and paving the way for a follow-up chapter.

For its second outing, the series is leaving the railway tracks behind and heading out to sea. The new story will unfold aboard a vessel crossing the Irish Sea, providing a fresh backdrop for another tense, real-time thriller.

While details of the plot remain under wraps, the BBC has hinted at a mystery-filled journey where every cabin holds its own secrets. With a new setting, new characters and another high-pressure situation at its heart, the next chapter of Nightsleeper looks set to deliver more suspense for viewers when it returns.

Nick Leather says: “It’s so exciting to set sail on season two! The passengers and crew on tonight’s Belfast to Liverpool passenger ferry are about to experience six hours of non-stop thrills and spills, secrets and lies, triumphs and tragedies. None of them are quite as they seem. Nothing in their lives will ever be the same again. Not all of them will make it to the other side. The new Nightsleeper is going to be more nightsleepery than ever…”

Kate Harwood, Executive Producer, says: “Audiences embraced Nightsleeper in such a huge way, and we’re incredibly excited to return with a bold new story.  Nick has once again created a brilliantly tense thriller packed with new characters, twists, emotion and edge-of-your-seat drama. We can’t wait to bring this new drama from the high seas.”

Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, says: “Series one of Nightsleeper was a breakout hit, thundering across the U.K. to reach millions of viewers. Series two brilliantly builds on everything that made the first so irresistible, and we could not be happier to be working with Nick, Kate and the team to bring it to BBC iPlayer and BBC One.”