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Andrew Scott 'To Star In Bond 24'
Andrew Scott is to play a villain in the new Bond movie.The 'Sherlock' star has been hand-picked for the part after film bosses, including director Sam Mendes, were wowed by his performances in the popular...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 December 2014
Martin Freeman Says Bilbo Baggins Is An Everyday Hero
Martin Freeman thinks Bilbo Baggins is a realistic example of an everyday hero.The 43-year-old actor stars as the diminutive Bilbo in 'The Hobbit' film trilogy and feels his on-screen character has more in common with...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 December 2014
'The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies' Is Best In The Trilogy
The first reviews of Peter Jackson's final Lord of the Rings movie, The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, have begun trickling in with the general consensus suggesting this film is the best in...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 December 2014
Martin Freeman Wanted Dark Bilbo Role
Martin Freeman was desperate to ''go dark'' in 'The Hobbit' movie series.The 43-year-old actor portrays Bilbo Baggins in the film franchise and is pleased his character has gone through so many different experiences as he...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 November 2014
Bbc Announces 'Sherlock' Will Be Back For Special Episode In 2015, But The Mystery Of Benedict Cumberbatch's Shoulder Has The Internet Buzzing
Merry Christmas Sherlockians! Yes it seems the festive season has hit early as the BBC have confirmed that a special episode of ‘Sherlock’ will be airing next year, ahead of series four in 2016. The...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 November 2014
Benedict Cumberbatch Loves Having FiancéE's Support
Benedict Cumberbatch's new fiancée provides him with all the support he needs.The 'Imitation Game' star, who recently got engaged to British theatre director Sophie Hunter, says they are ''really happy'' together.Asked if it's nice to...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 11 November 2014
'The Hobbit: Battle Of The Five Armies' Trailer Is The Best Middle Earth Teaser Yet
A new trailer for Peter Jackson's The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies has rolled out online at the end of the big week of hype for cinema. Christopher Nolan's Interstellar is doing huge business...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 07 November 2014
Martin Freeman Chastised Amanda Abbington Over Money Troubles
The Hobbit star Martin Freeman was furious with his wife Amanda Abbington when he found out she had run up tax debts of $198,400 (£124,000) and was on the verge of bankruptcy.The Mr Selfridge castmember...
By World Entertainment News Network in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 October 2014
Martin Freeman Signs On For Adolf Eichmann Holocaust Drama
Martin Freeman, the star of Sherlock and the Hobbit movies, has signed on for a feature length BBC drama about the 1961 trial of ex-Nazi officer Adolf Eichmann, known as the architect of the Holocaust.Martin...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 October 2014
It's A Long Wait, But Benedict Cumberbatch Insists Sherlock's Christmas 2015 Return Will Be 'Phenomenal'
We are trembling with excitement over the return of the world's favourite aloof sleuth after 'Sherlock' series 3 spectacularly concluded earlier this year with a finale that no-one was expecting. So what's in store for...
By Holly Williams in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 September 2014
'Sherlock' Cast "Reduced To Tears" After Being Told Season 4 Plot
Steven Moffat, the creator of BBC drama Sherlock, has set tongues wagging after discussing details of the forthcoming fourth season of the show. Steven Moffat and fellow creator Mark Gatiss were quizzed about the return...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 August 2014
Benedict Cumberbatch To Star In Jungle Book: Origins
Benedict Cumberbatch is to voice the role of Shere Khan in 'Jungle Book: Origins'.The 'Sherlock' star is to play the part of the evil tiger in the eagerly-awaited Warner Bros. production.The film is to be...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 20 August 2014
Creative Primetime Emmy Awards 2014 [Pictures]
The stars stepped out onto the red carpet for one of the glitziest ceremonies of awards season: the Creative Primetime Emmys.Having previously won for NBC's political drama 'The West Wing' as White House press secretary...
By Lenny Barksdale in Movies / TV / Theatre on 19 August 2014
James Corden's Gone All USA: But Which Other Comedy Brits Have Flown Across The Pond?
It looks like British favourite James Corden has successfully sealed his fate as another Brit over on American shores with his appointment as the new host of CBS’ Late Late Show all but confirmed by...
By Charlotte Court in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 August 2014
A Week In Movies: Get On Up Premieres, Cooper Cooks In London, Trailers For Tusk, Mockingjay, The Hobbit And Mad Max
The stars came out for the New York premiere this week of Get on Up, starring Chadwick Boseman as Godfather of Soul James Brown. He was joined on the red carpet by costars Dan Aykroyd...
By Rich Cline in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 August 2014
Film Franchises That Go On Forever
The Hobbit trilogy has been criticised by some viewers for having too little content spread too thinly over the course of too many films. Originally, the idea was to split the 1937 J. R. R....
By Charlotte Court in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 July 2014
The Best Movie Trailers To Emerge From Comic-con 2014
The San Diego Comic-Con may be over but the buzz surrounding its contents is only just beginning. Showing teasers left, right and centre, the convention has set the scene for an exciting year of film.Here...
By Charlotte Court in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 July 2014
Middle Earth Is Ravaged By War In 'The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies' [Trailer + Pictures]
As promised by the release of Smaug from Eribor, war has descended upon Middle Earth and threatens to strip landscape of peace, serenity and beauty. The Hobbit: The Battle of The Five Armies finally has...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 July 2014
'Fargo' Upping Sticks To Sioux Falls For Season 2 - But You Knew That Already?
The second season of FX's critically acclaimed series Fargo will feature a new setting and new cast, it's executive producer Noah Hawley has announced. The series starring Martin Freeman and Billy Bob Thornton is a...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 23 July 2014
'The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies' Gets A Facebook Photo Tease
‘The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies’ won’t be out for another 6 months, which means it’s just the right time to start dripping teaser photos, trailer snippets and plot bytes to keep Tolkienites’...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 July 2014
Fargo Season 2 Takes Tips From True Detective
John Landgraf, CEO of FX Networks, announced at the TCA Awards that the next season of the acclaimed television series based on the Coen Brothers' 1996 film of the same name will feature an all-new...
By Hannah Woodhead in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 July 2014
'Richard Iii': Martin Freeman’S Shakespearean Turn Won’T Be His Crowning Glory
Richard III, Jamie Lloyd's latest Shakespearean staging, has debuted in London to much clamour from fans of The Hobbit actor Martin Freeman, who is cast in the titular lead role. Whilst Freeman's casting is a...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 10 July 2014
'Sherlock' Season 4 Promises To Be "Most Shocking & Surprising" Yet
Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman will be returning to 221B Baker Street next year as Sherlock and Watson. The series' creators, Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss, have confirmed the series will return for a special...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Movies / TV / Theatre on 03 July 2014
Sherlock Twitter Deluge Reveals Information On Special Plus New Series
As promised, The BBC revealed details of Sherlock’s upcoming adventures at 2:21pm today (July 2). The Tweets hint at “the most shocking and surprising” series yet, much to the delight of the show’s dedicated fan...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 July 2014
"Fargo" Showrunner Noah Hawley Talks Hard Work, Toil And The Creative Process
Fargo viewers are split on last night’s finale – for some it was a disappointing ending to an otherwise great show, for others it cemented the series' place as "one of the year's best dramas."While...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 18 June 2014
'The Hobbit: Battle Of The Five Armies': What We Know, So Far
We’ve got to admit The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies certainly sounds a lot more climactic than The Hobbit: There and Back Again. The producers seem to agree as well, considering they have officially...
By Sophie Miskiw in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 April 2014
Why Did Peter Jackson Change Hobbit Film's Name To 'The Battle Of The Five Armies'?
Despite some early criticisms, Peter Jackson’s ‘Hobbit’ trilogy has provided some memorable moments in the ever-expanding Tolkien universe. With one film left, due to be released this December, a high profile name change has taken...
By Jack de Aguilar in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 April 2014
Introducing 'Fargo', Your New 'Breaking Bad', 'True Detective', Etc, Etc
Fargo regularly finds itself on the top rung of movie buffs' top lists, so when a TV adaptation was announced last year, there was obvious scepticism. Writer and showrunner Noah Hawley is the man behind...
By Michael West in Movies / TV / Theatre on 22 April 2014
'Fargo' Proves A Pleasantly Dark Surprise For UK Audiences
Last night UK viewers got their first look at ‘Fargo’ on the small screen as the series debuted on Channel 4. Based on the Coen brothers' 1996 movie of the same name, many didn't know...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 21 April 2014
The Next 'Breaking Bad'? 'Fargo' Ep. 1 Is A Must-see [Video]
New television series Fargo premiered last night on FX, giving American audiences a first taste of the adaptation of the Coen Brothers famed 1996 dark comedy. Starring Martin Freeman ('The Hobbit') and Billy Bob Thornton...
By Lauren James in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 April 2014
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