Archive for the 'BBC' Category

James Marsters Interview @ TVGuide.com

Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

Smallville and Torchwood’s James Marsters was interviewed by TVGuide. Here is a funny quote in the interview that sums up James’ attitude pretty well:

TV Guide: Is that one of the reasons you like doing sci-fi — hard work and lots of sweating?
Marsters: One of the reasons. But you know, some of the writers from […]

Captain Jack Not Going Anywhere

Friday, January 25th, 2008

No one would argue that Captain Jack wasn’t the core of BBCs Torchwood. Like Doctor Who, his companions could come and go, but Torchwood could continue. Therefore it’s good to hear that John Barrowman likes his job. In an interview with Sci Fi Wire he states:

“If I was asked to do Jack […]

BBC on MySpace

Friday, January 25th, 2008

What appears to be a large effort to gain an international audience, the BBC has made a deal with MySpaceTV to allow a variety of show clips to be hosted there. The Guardian reports:

The partnership will initially see around 150 clips of BBC programming made available online via a dedicated BBC Worldwide channel on […]

What Do I Watch Now?

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008

So the Writer’s Strike continues. Argh!! Sure I want them to get a fair $, but I really want new entertainment too!!
I mean I was all pumped when I heard that Joss was going into pre and prep on a new TV series, and now that the PTB have put the kibosh on pilot season, […]

BBC to Simulcast on the Internet

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

Danny Cohen of BBC Three today unveiled plans for the 2008 season. Part of the plan includes simulcasting shows on the Internet. SliceOfSciFi has the story.

At BBC Three we should be known for pioneering risk, and be obsessed with all things new – new talent, new programmes, and a new relationship between television […]

Top Gear: U.S.

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

NBC has another trick up their sleeve for the upcoming season. Making an American version of a popular British show is an old tactic. But a popular British car show? YahooNews reports:

The popular BBC car show “Top Gear” is revving up a U.S. edition. NBC has ordered a pilot for “Gear,” […]

Diary of a Call Girl comes to the US

Monday, January 7th, 2008

A while back we learned of a series across the pond on BBC that featured popstar turned actress Billie Piper taking on a roll of a high class hooker. Secret Diary of a Call Girl features Piper recollecting the events in a diary of Belle de Jour.
BBC says:

The station, (Showtime) also home to […]

Time Magazine 2007 Top 10 Lists

Saturday, December 22nd, 2007

Time Magazine has released 50 Top 10 Lists of 2007. Included in that list are Top 10 New TV Series and Top 10 Returning TV Series. Both lists include fan and critic favorites alike.

Top 10 New TV Series
1. Mad Men.
2. Flight of the Conchords
3. Tell Me You Love Me
4. Planet Earth
5. Pushing Daisies.
6. […]

When Doctors Meet - Sneak Peek

Saturday, November 17th, 2007

Torchwood to Cross with Dr Who Again

Thursday, November 15th, 2007

Lily Allen to be the Doctor’s Next Companion?

Thursday, November 15th, 2007

Kylie Minogue to return to Doctor Who?

Wednesday, November 14th, 2007

David Tennant The Least Sexy Man On The Planet

Wednesday, November 14th, 2007

Alladin vs the Daleks!

Wednesday, November 14th, 2007

Torchwood - Out of Time

Wednesday, November 14th, 2007

Doctor Who - The Return of the Sontarans

Wednesday, November 7th, 2007

Dr Who - Musical Spoilers

Wednesday, November 7th, 2007

Torchwood - Random Shoes

Wednesday, November 7th, 2007

Torchwood - They Keep Killing Susie

Monday, October 29th, 2007

When Doctors Meet

Wednesday, October 24th, 2007