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'Sherlock' Christmas Special Becomes Global Event, As Bbc Plans Cinema Screenings Around The World
This year’s Sherlock Christmas special is set to become a global event like never before, with the episode set to be screened in cinemas around the world. According to the Radio Times, the special episode...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 21 October 2015
Martin Freeman's Twitter Fears
Martin Freeman has joked if he joined Twitter it could end his career.The 44-year-old actor has taken on roles in several much loved franchises, most notably in TV shows 'The Office' and 'Sherlock' and 'The...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 29 September 2015
Martin Freeman Appeals To British Prime Minister For Circus Animal Ban
The Sherlock star wants Cameron to follow through on his promise to introduce legislation to prohibit wild animals from performing in the travelling shows. In the letter, sent on behalf of People...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 28 September 2015
Steven Moffat Calls For Action Over Online Threats
The Hobbit actor and his partner Amanda Abbington contacted police earlier this month (Sep15) after they found menacing messages and death threats from an unknown blogger. Moffat admits he has received threats...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 September 2015
Martin Freeman Reports 'Sherlock' Based Death Threats To The Police
A fanatic Benedict Cumberbatch devotee has been reported to the police by ‘Sherlock’ co-stars Martin Freeman and Amanda Abbington after directing death threats against them online, claiming that they “giving him [Cumberbatch] a bad name”.Abbington...
By Ed Biggs in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 08 September 2015
Martin Freeman Contacts Police Over Death Threats
The Sherlock co-stars, who have been together since 2000, contacted the authorities over a series of nasty posts by an unknown blogger, which included death threats. The posts were screengrabbed by Abbington...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 07 September 2015
The Hulk Cut Out Of Captain America: Civil War
The Hulk has been cut out of 'Captain America: Civil War'.The iconic comic book character - played by Mark Ruffalo - was originally due to appear in the much-anticipated new Marvel movie, but was ultimately...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 September 2015
Elizabeth Tan: Martin Freeman Has Beautiful Feet
Martin Freeman has the ''most beautiful'' feet.The 43-year-old actor was treated to a pedicure in scenes for his 2011 movie 'Swinging With The Finkels' and contrary to the enlarged hairy trotters of his Hobbit character...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 04 September 2015
Stars Turn Out For Benedict Cumberbatch's Hamlet Opening Night
The play has already hit the headlines thanks to one reviewer who gave her opinion about the Shakespeare production early during preview performances and Cumberbatch making a plea to fans to stop filming...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 August 2015
Martin Freeman Isn't A 'Typical' Actor
Martin Freeman's partner says he's not a ''typical'' actor.Amanda Abbington has revealed she admires the 'Sherlock' star's decision to turn down work he doesn't think is right.She said: ''I'm just dead proud of him. He...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 24 August 2015
'Sherlock' Will Be More 'Polished' In Victorian Era, Says Steven Moffat
‘Sherlock’ showrunner Steven Moffat has revealed that Benedict Cumberbatch’s character will be a little different once he’s transported back to the Victorian era in the show’s upcoming Christmas special. Speaking during the TCA press tour...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 August 2015
Martin Freeman Set For 'Ambiguous' Captain America Role
Martin Freeman's 'Captain America: Civil War' character is ''ambiguous''.The 43-year-old actor has revealed details about his role in the upcoming Marvel film - set for release next May - and claimed the audience won't know...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 July 2015
Image From New 'Sherlock' Victorian Special Released
The BBC has given ‘Sherlock’ fans a little taster of the series’ upcoming Victorian special, releasing a picture of its two stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman dressed in period costume.The picture shows Cumberbatch in...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 09 July 2015
Ricky Gervais To Make The Office Spin-off Without Stephen Merchant
Ricky Gervais will reportedly make 'The Office' movie without the help of Stephen Merchant.The duo worked together on the original TV series, but will not be reuniting for the much-anticipated movie - titled 'Life On...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 June 2015
Who Will Martin Freeman Play In Captain America: Civil War?
Martin Freeman, the star of The Hobbit, Sherlock and The Office, joined the cast of Captain America: Civil War in an unknown role, according to a statement from studio Marvel. But now it seems there...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 May 2015
Increase The Licence Fee To Save Bbc Drama, Says Exiting Chief Behind 'Sherlock' And 'Poldark'
Ben Stephenson, the outgoing controller of drama commissioning at the BBC, has said the licence fee needs to be increased, or the broadcaster will be forced to slash its drama output. In his farewell interview...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 12 May 2015
Fifth Time Unlucky Benedict, As Cumberbatch Loses Out On Tv Bafta Again
Benedict Cumberbatch has once again lost out on a best actor award at the television BAFTAs, held on Sunday night in London. The actor was beaten by Jason Watkins who won for his portrayal of...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 11 May 2015
'Captain America: Civil War': Marvel Announces Cast & Plot Synopsis
Marvel has announced the cast of Captain America: Civil War and it looks like pretty much everyone from the Avengers world will return alongside Chris Evans as Steve Rogers. The news was announced by Marvel...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 May 2015
Martin Freeman Joins Cast Of Marvel's 'Captain America: Civil War'
Having already comprehensively nailed the art of portraying literary characters on the small and big screens, British actor Martin Freeman has set his sights on the world of comic books with the announcement that he...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 May 2015
Steven Moffat: 'Doctor Who' Movie & 'Sherlock' Crossover Are Not On The Cards
Steven Moffat, the head writer on Doctor Who, has explained there are no plans for a Doctor Who movie. Moffat explained there is simply no way the project is feasible, not only from a financial...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 05 April 2015
Martin Freeman Onboard Steve Marriott Film
Last year (14), Quadrophenia star Phil Daniels launched a crowd-funding campaign for Midnight of My Life, a film focused on Marriott set in July, 1985 during the famous Live Aid concert at Wembley...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 March 2015
Steven Moffat Promises 'Sherlock' Season 4 Will Include "Emotional Upheaval"
Steven Moffat, in a recent interview, has revealed some details of the upcoming fourth season of Sherlock. Although neither Moffat nor his co-creator Mark Gatiss have started writing the series, Moffat promised Sherlock series four...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 March 2015
Martin Freeman Says 'Sherlock' Would Lose Sheen With New Episodes
Martin Freeman, who plays John Watson in the BBC's critically acclaimed Sherlock, says the show could lose some of its sheen if the corporation keeps making new seasons. A fourth outing of the show will...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 January 2015
Martin Freeman: Regular 'Sherlock' Episodes Would Lose The Appeal
Fans may disagree, but Martin Freeman thinks that 'Sherlock' hitting screens in brief spells is a good thing when it comes to its appeal, as it's not easy to get bored of a show that...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 19 January 2015
Golden Globes 2015 - A Reminder Of The Nominees
Awards season is now picking up a head of steam, with the Golden Globes just around the corner. The ceremony is being broadcast on Sunday January 11th on NBC at 7pm, so here’s a little...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 January 2015
'The Hobbit' Star Martin Freeman Reveals 'Kinship' With Second Home New Zealand
It seems the public are not ready to let go of 'The Hobbit' just yet as it continues to triumph at the box office, topping sales yet again for a third week. Meanwhile, Martin Freeman...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 05 January 2015
Martin Freeman And Amanda Abbington Make Pact To Limit Time Apart
British actor Martin Freeman and his long-time partner Amanda Abbington have made a pact to limit the time they spend apart while working.The Mr Selfridge actress has revealed the couple feels "heartbreak" and fear they...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 December 2014
Martin Freeman's Bilbo Baggins Meets Tim Canterbury In Snl's 'The Office: Middle Earth'
Martin Freeman's acting career has been just as much an unpredictable a journey as his character Bilbo Baggins' Middle Earth quest in 'The Hobbit' series, but can you imagine his two most iconic roles joining...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 December 2014
Martin Freeman Combines The Office And The Hobbit Characters For Saturday Night Live Sketch
British actor Martin Freeman revisited his comedy roots this weekend (13-14Dec14) by combining his characters from Tv sitcom The Office and blockbuster movie franchise The Hobbit for an hilarious sketch on America's Saturday Night Live.The...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 December 2014
The Hobbit Brings Peter Jackson's Saga Full Circle
With 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies', Peter Jackson has completed a second trilogy of films based on J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novels 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings'. But fans are...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 12 December 2014
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