http://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor.aspxThe Remote Control: Boxing clever about the world of TV with the latest TV news, TV reviews and TV gossip.http://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=f94aa30f-c108-4793-8536-971a024fbb46News and gossip from the world of TVTue, 30 Apr 2013 09:40:19 -0700Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3f94aa30f-c108-4793-8536-971a024fbb46BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-04-30T16:40:19.45News and gossip from the world of TVJust a few days to go until the return of The Apprentice, which explains why photos of the 16 new candidates are everywhere.   However, here's a particularly novel way of introducing Lord Sugar's hopeful to a voracious TV audience: YouTube superstars The Brett Domino Trio have joined forces with Radio 1’s Dan and Phil for a one-off video which outlines the new faces in three minutes of music. The video features extracts from the candidates’ audition tapes and is very funny. One of my favourite lines is: "They're fighting for Lord Sugar like they're comic book villains!"   Genius.   MSN TV editor, Lorna Cooper   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterJust a few days to go until the return of The Apprentice, which explains why photos of the 16 new candidates are everywhere.   However, here's a particularly novel way of introducing Lord Sugar's hopeful to a voracious TV audience: YouTube superstars The Brett Domino Trio have joined forces with Radio 1’s Dan and Phil for a one-off video which outlines the new faces in three minutes of music. The video features extracts from the candidates’ audition tapes and is very funny. One of my favourite lines is: "They're fighting for Lord Sugar like they're comic book villains!"   Genius.   MSN TV editor, Lorna Cooper   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=9fef7240-2b15-44d5-8034-3997dfaab582News and gossip from the world of TVTue, 30 Apr 2013 09:25:52 -0700Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a39fef7240-2b15-44d5-8034-3997dfaab582BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-04-30T16:25:52.553News and gossip from the world of TVThe Valleys returns to MTV on Tuesday 30 April at 10pm. If the picture below doesn't tell you everything you need to know about the show, what about this teaser? Anthony urinates in an apple juice cartoon... and then Liam and Jason drink from it The cast take part in a Tarzan themed photo shoot Welcome back to TV screens, The Valleys. Someone somewhere is waiting for you to offend them.   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterThe Valleys returns to MTV on Tuesday 30 April at 10pm. If the picture below doesn't tell you everything you need to know about the show, what about this teaser? Anthony urinates in an apple juice cartoon... and then Liam and Jason drink from it The cast take part in a Tarzan themed photo shoot Welcome back to TV screens, The Valleys. Someone somewhere is waiting for you to offend them.   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=8ea210bd-4b22-4382-bef2-4d3e04818af7News and gossip from the world of TVSun, 07 Apr 2013 07:11:41 -0700Lorna Coops5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a38ea210bd-4b22-4382-bef2-4d3e04818af7BlogArticle2CDB0D9CD523B3CA012013-04-07T14:11:41.32News and gossip from the world of TVYou wait for some fairy tale characters - and then two come along at the same time.   It was a far more enchanting start to Friday for a selection of London commuters thanks to Red Riding Hood and Prince Charming, characters that appear in Channel 5's US import, Once Upon A Time. The US fantasy drama returns to our screens Sunday 7 April at 9pm so what better way to mark the occasion? I bet Red Riding Hood (played in the series by True Justice's Meghan Ory) and Prince Charming (the show's Josh Dallas) brought a smile to some faces.   Created by the writers of Lost, Once Upon A Time depicts modern day inhabitants in Maine who are actually characters from fairy tales transported there by an evil curse.   As they fight the curse put in place by Evil Queen / Regina (played by 24's Lana Parrilla) and Rumplestilktskin / Mr Gold (our very own Robert Carlyle of Trainspotting and The Full Monty fame), they try to reach their "happily ever after". The series also stars Ginnifer Goodwin (He’s Just Not That Into You) as Snow White / Mary Margaret and Jennifer Morrison (House and How I Met Your Mother) as Emma Swan.   Once Upon A Time has enjoyed solid success on both sides of the Atlantic so if you fancy watching something colourful and imaginative, tune into Channel 5 on Sundays at 9om.     ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterYou wait for some fairy tale characters - and then two come along at the same time.   It was a far more enchanting start to Friday for a selection of London commuters thanks to Red Riding Hood and Prince Charming, characters that appear in Channel 5's US import, Once Upon A Time. The US fantasy drama returns to our screens Sunday 7 April at 9pm so what better way to mark the occasion? I bet Red Riding Hood (played in the series by True Justice's Meghan Ory) and Prince Charming (the show's Josh Dallas) brought a smile to some faces.   Created by the writers of Lost, Once Upon A Time depicts modern day inhabitants in Maine who are actually characters from fairy tales transported there by an evil curse.   As they fight the curse put in place by Evil Queen / Regina (played by 24's Lana Parrilla) and Rumplestilktskin / Mr Gold (our very own Robert Carlyle of Trainspotting and The Full Monty fame), they try to reach their "happily ever after". The series also stars Ginnifer Goodwin (He’s Just Not That Into You) as Snow White / Mary Margaret and Jennifer Morrison (House and How I Met Your Mother) as Emma Swan.   Once Upon A Time has enjoyed solid success on both sides of the Atlantic so if you fancy watching something colourful and imaginative, tune into Channel 5 on Sundays at 9om.     ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=b86b9e62-222b-4139-bf32-a64510e9cdfdNews and gossip from the world of TVThu, 21 Mar 2013 10:14:31 -0700Lorna Coops5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3b86b9e62-222b-4139-bf32-a64510e9cdfdBlogArticle2CDB0D9CD523B3CA012013-03-21T17:14:31.983News and gossip from the world of TVThe British Academy of Film and Television Arts (Bafta) will bestow a special award to renowned TV director Hamish Hamilton at the British Academy Television Craft Awards.   The Award recognises his work on the likes of the opening and closing ceremonies for the London 2012 Games and, more recently, Beyoncé's Super Bowl Halftime Show performance.   Green Wing and Episodes star Stephen Mangan will host the awards on Sunday 28 April. Speaking about the event, the actor said: "I'm absolutely delighted to be hosting Bafta’s TV Craft Awards again, especially as it’s taking place at somewhere called The Brewery; my kind of evening."   Note down these Bafta dates for your calendar: • Monday 25 March – British Academy Television Craft Award nominations announced • Tuesday 2 April – Radio Times Audience Award nominations announced (the only publicly voted for award, given at the Arqiva British Academy Television Awards) • Tuesday 9 April – Arqiva British Academy Television Award nominations announced. And I just know you're all wondering if TOWIE will be nominated for the audience award again...   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterThe British Academy of Film and Television Arts (Bafta) will bestow a special award to renowned TV director Hamish Hamilton at the British Academy Television Craft Awards.   The Award recognises his work on the likes of the opening and closing ceremonies for the London 2012 Games and, more recently, Beyoncé's Super Bowl Halftime Show performance.   Green Wing and Episodes star Stephen Mangan will host the awards on Sunday 28 April. Speaking about the event, the actor said: "I'm absolutely delighted to be hosting Bafta’s TV Craft Awards again, especially as it’s taking place at somewhere called The Brewery; my kind of evening."   Note down these Bafta dates for your calendar: • Monday 25 March – British Academy Television Craft Award nominations announced • Tuesday 2 April – Radio Times Audience Award nominations announced (the only publicly voted for award, given at the Arqiva British Academy Television Awards) • Tuesday 9 April – Arqiva British Academy Television Award nominations announced. And I just know you're all wondering if TOWIE will be nominated for the audience award again...   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=0c3922fd-4ae0-405e-a122-47bb91a3b92eNews and gossip from the world of TVWed, 20 Mar 2013 04:49:23 -0700Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a30c3922fd-4ae0-405e-a122-47bb91a3b92eBlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-03-20T11:49:23.057News and gossip from the world of TVI dunno; you wait ages for an urban drama, and then two come along at once. Over on E4, you'll find the channel busy with Youngers. But if you head over to YouTube, you can check out STEFFI.   It's the rags to riches story of a talented girl from a south London council estate who's plucked from obscurity and, seemingly overnight, finds fame and stardom. Music-based drama STEFFI features a mix of young acting talent and music artists. It can be found exclusively via YouTube. It stars Lee Boardman (ITV’s Great Night Out) and showcases acting debuts from Jasmine Breinburg (who took part in Danny Boyle's Olympic Ceremony), Jamal Edwards (founder of SBTV) and Sugababe Jade Ewen.   The soundtrack comes from the likes of Wiley, MIC Righteous (No1 in iTunes HipHop Charts), Ceezlin, R&B from Arjun Coomaraswamy and a title track from Becky Hill (The Voice).    The first episode kicked off on 15 March, with five more to follow. Have a watch and see what you think.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterI dunno; you wait ages for an urban drama, and then two come along at once. Over on E4, you'll find the channel busy with Youngers. But if you head over to YouTube, you can check out STEFFI.   It's the rags to riches story of a talented girl from a south London council estate who's plucked from obscurity and, seemingly overnight, finds fame and stardom. Music-based drama STEFFI features a mix of young acting talent and music artists. It can be found exclusively via YouTube. It stars Lee Boardman (ITV’s Great Night Out) and showcases acting debuts from Jasmine Breinburg (who took part in Danny Boyle's Olympic Ceremony), Jamal Edwards (founder of SBTV) and Sugababe Jade Ewen.   The soundtrack comes from the likes of Wiley, MIC Righteous (No1 in iTunes HipHop Charts), Ceezlin, R&B from Arjun Coomaraswamy and a title track from Becky Hill (The Voice).    The first episode kicked off on 15 March, with five more to follow. Have a watch and see what you think.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=35951f03-0276-404a-91f1-fb0696d57c1dNews and gossip from the world of TVSun, 17 Mar 2013 10:01:18 -0700Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a335951f03-0276-404a-91f1-fb0696d57c1dBlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F112013-03-17T09:17:35.367News and gossip from the world of TVIf you can't get enough of singing talent shows, you need to tune into The Africa Channel (Sky 209, Virgin 828) for Nigerian Idol.   Yes, that Idol. But with a Nigerian flavour. Ennui with the likes of X Factor and American Idol has seen viewing figures for these shows drop on both sides of the Atlantic. However, it's definitely worth checking out Nigerian Idol which is simultaneously familiar and different.   It may just reinvigorate the interest we all had in these shows before there became too many of them.   The Ryan Seacrest/Dermot O'Leary of Nigerian Idol is Ill Rhymz - he keeps the show together and will take viewers through all the highs, lows, tantrums and tears as we approach the live final in mid-April.   The judging panel includes dance/disco legend Jeffrey Daniel of Shalamar fame. Although an American group, they enjoyed bigger success in the UK, amassing a string of hits including A Night to remember, I Can Make You Feel Good, There It Is and Friends.   To those in the know, he is the very first man to perform the Moonwalk on TV (he did it on Top of the Pops to Shalamar hit, A Night To Remember).   In other words, he taught Michael Jackson how to do the Moonwalk. Jeffrey has been with the show since it began.   There is also Femi Kuti (son of the legendary Fela Kuti) and Nigeria’s soul diva, Yinka Davies. The songs are invariably those of global superstars such as Adele, Whitney and Mariah, but there's also a surprise rendition or two.   UK viewers can have their say about the show on The Africa Channel Facebook page ( or follow Nigerian Idol on Twitter).   Make a date in your calendar every Saturday and Sunday at 9pm for the latest instalments.     MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterNigerian Idol? I don't  think so, just be a scam.BlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=86cf6e48-8c6e-4309-a196-cec3be1a63a3News and gossip about the world of TVSun, 17 Mar 2013 01:31:40 -0700Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a386cf6e48-8c6e-4309-a196-cec3be1a63a3BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-03-17T08:35:48.26News and gossip about the world of TVIf Comic Relief's record-breaking fundraising on-the-night total of £75m has left you with a warm feeling, keep the glow going by watching Channel 4's The Secret Millions.   The broadcaster and the Big Lottery Fund (BIG) have joined forces for the channel's largest ever TV giveaway. As part of a major new series, £10 million is available to back radical ideas tackling some of Britain's big issues.   From the producers of The Secret Millionaire, The Secret Millions is a five-part documentary series, starting on Sunday 17 March at 8pm.   Each week, it will follow a Channel 4 personality working with a charity to test out a bold idea dealing with big social issues.    George Clarke (The Home Show), Jimmy Doherty (Jimmy's Farm), Gok Wan, Dave Fishwick (Bank of Dave) and Katie Piper (Katie: My Beautiful Face) will work with the charities developing new projects.   Meanwhile, they're secretly trying to help secure £2 million of Lottery money that could turn the big idea, whatever it is, into reality.   From turning ex-prisoners' lives around, to getting unemployed young people trained up and fit for work - the projects could bring new thinking to big problems and change lives. And that's something we'll all welcome.     MSN TV editor Lorna 'Coops' Cooper   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterIf Comic Relief's record-breaking fundraising on-the-night total of £75m has left you with a warm feeling, keep the glow going by watching Channel 4's The Secret Millions.   The broadcaster and the Big Lottery Fund (BIG) have joined forces for the channel's largest ever TV giveaway. As part of a major new series, £10 million is available to back radical ideas tackling some of Britain's big issues.   From the producers of The Secret Millionaire, The Secret Millions is a five-part documentary series, starting on Sunday 17 March at 8pm.   Each week, it will follow a Channel 4 personality working with a charity to test out a bold idea dealing with big social issues.    George Clarke (The Home Show), Jimmy Doherty (Jimmy's Farm), Gok Wan, Dave Fishwick (Bank of Dave) and Katie Piper (Katie: My Beautiful Face) will work with the charities developing new projects.   Meanwhile, they're secretly trying to help secure £2 million of Lottery money that could turn the big idea, whatever it is, into reality.   From turning ex-prisoners' lives around, to getting unemployed young people trained up and fit for work - the projects could bring new thinking to big problems and change lives. And that's something we'll all welcome.     MSN TV editor Lorna 'Coops' Cooper   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=9ba6b093-6c31-477c-98e4-dcdd99399c25News and gossip from the world of TVFri, 01 Mar 2013 23:49:52 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a39ba6b093-6c31-477c-98e4-dcdd99399c25BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-03-02T07:49:52.85News and gossip from the world of TVMayday is the latest notable drama boasting Oscar-nominated actress, Sophie Okonedo. The five-part thriller will be stripped across five nights on BBC1 starting this Sunday 3 March.   When a young girl goes missing on her way to the Mayday parade, the small community in which she lives looks to one another for answers... The stellar cast features Sophie Okonedo, Peter Firth, Game of Thrones' Aidan Gillen and Lesley Manville.   Talking about Mayday, Sophie Okonedo reveals she no longer watches herself on screen. The Oscar-nominated actress, who plays ex-police officer in the production, said: "I think if I see how I am on camera, it'll make me more self-conscious the next time."   The Mayday cast were not allowed to see the final script, so none of the actors knew how it would conclude. How intriguing!   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterMayday is the latest notable drama boasting Oscar-nominated actress, Sophie Okonedo. The five-part thriller will be stripped across five nights on BBC1 starting this Sunday 3 March.   When a young girl goes missing on her way to the Mayday parade, the small community in which she lives looks to one another for answers... The stellar cast features Sophie Okonedo, Peter Firth, Game of Thrones' Aidan Gillen and Lesley Manville.   Talking about Mayday, Sophie Okonedo reveals she no longer watches herself on screen. The Oscar-nominated actress, who plays ex-police officer in the production, said: "I think if I see how I am on camera, it'll make me more self-conscious the next time."   The Mayday cast were not allowed to see the final script, so none of the actors knew how it would conclude. How intriguing!   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=1dfa5367-549b-4bac-8c78-0e5b18afb964News and gossip from the world of TVThu, 28 Feb 2013 07:24:14 -0800Lorna Coops5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a31dfa5367-549b-4bac-8c78-0e5b18afb964BlogArticle2CDB0D9CD523B3CA012013-02-28T15:24:14.09News and gossip from the world of TVIf you can't get enough of looking at Pete Burns' face (and I mean that in the nicest possible way), E4's forthcoming The Body Shocking Show is for you. Roll up as Pete Firman (The Magicians) and Jessica-Jane Clement (The Real Hustle) marvel at people who have done bizarre things with their bodies.   The show will focus on, among others, Dead Or Alive's Pete Burns (nuff said), Jackie Stallone (every inch the future for Pete Burns' face) and Hollywood star Verne Troyer.   The fact that all three have been in the Celebrity Big Brother house is probably a happy coincidence...   From unthinkably outrageous bodies to the world's strangest body-related fetishes, the series will be an eye watering celebration of the extreme.   Channel 4 Commissioning Editor, Kate Teckman, said: "The Body Shocking Show's unflinching and irreverent approach to the extraordinary actions of people around the globe promises to truly amaze viewers."   She added: "From extreme body piercings to people who have their nipples and belly buttons removed for reasons only known to themselves - only a fool would miss it."   Or someone who enjoys eating without being put off their food...   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterIf you can't get enough of looking at Pete Burns' face (and I mean that in the nicest possible way), E4's forthcoming The Body Shocking Show is for you. Roll up as Pete Firman (The Magicians) and Jessica-Jane Clement (The Real Hustle) marvel at people who have done bizarre things with their bodies.   The show will focus on, among others, Dead Or Alive's Pete Burns (nuff said), Jackie Stallone (every inch the future for Pete Burns' face) and Hollywood star Verne Troyer.   The fact that all three have been in the Celebrity Big Brother house is probably a happy coincidence...   From unthinkably outrageous bodies to the world's strangest body-related fetishes, the series will be an eye watering celebration of the extreme.   Channel 4 Commissioning Editor, Kate Teckman, said: "The Body Shocking Show's unflinching and irreverent approach to the extraordinary actions of people around the globe promises to truly amaze viewers."   She added: "From extreme body piercings to people who have their nipples and belly buttons removed for reasons only known to themselves - only a fool would miss it."   Or someone who enjoys eating without being put off their food...   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=eb97a850-a9b1-4f65-81ed-e38fb4ea4757News and gossip from the world of TVMon, 25 Feb 2013 08:08:50 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3eb97a850-a9b1-4f65-81ed-e38fb4ea4757BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-02-25T16:08:50.8News and gossip from the world of TVOh, HBO you are spoiling us with these trailers for season three of Game of Thrones. Not that I'm complaining, of course.   There's more to admire in this longer promo; more of the actors, more atmosphere and more clues as to what may follow when the show gets underway. We have Dame Diana Rigg to look forward to as the former star of The Avengers will play Olenna Tyrell, also known as the Queen of Thorns.   Other additions in the third season include Mackenzie Crook as wildling raider Orell, Clive Russell as Bryndon "Blackfish" Tully, Nathalie Emannuel as slave translator Missandei, Paul Kaye as Thoros of Myr, Kerry Ingram as Shireen Baratheon and Tara Fitzgerald as her mother, Selyse.   Filming will take place in Ireland, Croatia, Iceland and Morocco. Game of Thrones will debut on Sky Atlantic from Monday 1 April at 9pm, less than 24 hours after its US premiere on HBO.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterOh, HBO you are spoiling us with these trailers for season three of Game of Thrones. Not that I'm complaining, of course.   There's more to admire in this longer promo; more of the actors, more atmosphere and more clues as to what may follow when the show gets underway. We have Dame Diana Rigg to look forward to as the former star of The Avengers will play Olenna Tyrell, also known as the Queen of Thorns.   Other additions in the third season include Mackenzie Crook as wildling raider Orell, Clive Russell as Bryndon "Blackfish" Tully, Nathalie Emannuel as slave translator Missandei, Paul Kaye as Thoros of Myr, Kerry Ingram as Shireen Baratheon and Tara Fitzgerald as her mother, Selyse.   Filming will take place in Ireland, Croatia, Iceland and Morocco. Game of Thrones will debut on Sky Atlantic from Monday 1 April at 9pm, less than 24 hours after its US premiere on HBO.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=512266c5-f4ac-4e91-8d08-3447d0fe1603News and gossip from the world of TVMon, 25 Feb 2013 07:54:23 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3512266c5-f4ac-4e91-8d08-3447d0fe1603BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-02-25T15:54:23.95News and gossip from the world of TVExcited about In The Flesh? It's a new three-part BBC Three drama telling the story of zombie teenager Kieren Walker (Luke Newberry).   Yes, I said zombie. Shortly after Kieren's funeral, thousands of the dead were re-animated and they're gradually being returned to their homes. Get a flavour of this series by watching the trailer. Look out for veteran actor Kenneth Cranham, so fondly recalled in superlative ITV post-Second World War drama series, Shine On Harvey Moon. He plays local churchman, Vicar Oddie.   The huge success of US zombie favourite The Walking Dead underlines the popularity of the un-dead on TV.   In truth, it may invite unrealistic comparisons. However, all In The Flesh has to do is fill the gap soon to be left by Being Human; BBC Three will take that for starters.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterExcited about In The Flesh? It's a new three-part BBC Three drama telling the story of zombie teenager Kieren Walker (Luke Newberry).   Yes, I said zombie. Shortly after Kieren's funeral, thousands of the dead were re-animated and they're gradually being returned to their homes. Get a flavour of this series by watching the trailer. Look out for veteran actor Kenneth Cranham, so fondly recalled in superlative ITV post-Second World War drama series, Shine On Harvey Moon. He plays local churchman, Vicar Oddie.   The huge success of US zombie favourite The Walking Dead underlines the popularity of the un-dead on TV.   In truth, it may invite unrealistic comparisons. However, all In The Flesh has to do is fill the gap soon to be left by Being Human; BBC Three will take that for starters.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=fcfe1ede-f64d-47ad-b77a-6df1db05a90dNews and gossip from the world of TVThu, 14 Feb 2013 05:16:45 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3fcfe1ede-f64d-47ad-b77a-6df1db05a90dBlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-02-14T13:16:45.62News and gossip from the world of TVIf you're counting down the days until season three of Game of Thrones gets underway, the trailer will go a long way to whetting your appetite. Fans will have the casting of Dame Diana Rigg to look forward to as the former star of The Avengers will play Olenna Tyrell, also known as the Queen of Thorns.   Other additions in the third season include Mackenzie Crook as wildling raider Orell, Clive Russell as Bryndon "Blackfish" Tully, Nathalie Emannuel as slave translator Missandei, Paul Kaye as Thoros of Myr, Kerry Ingram as Shireen Baratheon and Tara Fitzgerald as her mother, Selyse.   Filming will take place in Ireland, Croatia, Iceland and Morocco. Game of Thrones will debut on Sky Atlantic from Monday 1 April at 9pm, less than 24 hours after its US premiere on HBO.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterIf you're counting down the days until season three of Game of Thrones gets underway, the trailer will go a long way to whetting your appetite. Fans will have the casting of Dame Diana Rigg to look forward to as the former star of The Avengers will play Olenna Tyrell, also known as the Queen of Thorns.   Other additions in the third season include Mackenzie Crook as wildling raider Orell, Clive Russell as Bryndon "Blackfish" Tully, Nathalie Emannuel as slave translator Missandei, Paul Kaye as Thoros of Myr, Kerry Ingram as Shireen Baratheon and Tara Fitzgerald as her mother, Selyse.   Filming will take place in Ireland, Croatia, Iceland and Morocco. Game of Thrones will debut on Sky Atlantic from Monday 1 April at 9pm, less than 24 hours after its US premiere on HBO.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=e3662773-fe6e-4df4-ac9b-5ba2d44eae60News and gossip from the world of TVThu, 14 Feb 2013 04:43:42 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3e3662773-fe6e-4df4-ac9b-5ba2d44eae60BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-02-14T12:57:09.23News and gossip from the world of TVHugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, everyone's favourite shaggy-haired food campaigner, is back for a new series of Hugh's Fish Fight, but this time he wants to Save Our Seas. The River Cottage man is on another mission; his petitions have been drumming up support for the last couple of years, but now his plan is stepping up a gear.   With two thirds of the planet's fish stocks overfished, and a fifth of the world's stocks collapsing all together, Hugh wants to persuade governments around the world to set up more marine protected areas. This will mean a redress in the balance in our seas and allow consumers to continue to enjoy the benefits of eating fish.   In this first instalment of the series that kicks off on Channel 4 on Valentine's Day at 9pm, viewers can closely follow his latest battle. Hugh heads to the Philippines and investigates how local fishermen dynamite fish, a practice that is destroying fish stocks.   Elsewhere on the Isle of Man, he goes underwater to highlight the destructive effects of scallop dredging.   Talking about this method of fishing he says: "I love scallops, it's one of my favourite foods, but I've always had a worry about scallop dredging because you're dragging heavy gear along the bottom of the sea and it's having a destructive effect on the sea floor." Look out for shocking evidence that these fishing methods are destroying our marine life.   However, viewers can also find out how marine protected areas are helping the recovery of the island's waters.   "This time, we're going global." Watch a clip from the show here   Hugh's Fish Fight: Save Our Seas airs from Thursday 14 February on Channel 4 at 9pm   MSN TV editor, Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterHugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, everyone's favourite shaggy-haired food campaigner, is back for a new series of Hugh's Fish Fight, but this time he wants to Save Our Seas. The River Cottage man is on another mission; his petitions have been drumming up support for the last couple of years, but now his plan is stepping up a gear.   With two thirds of the planet's fish stocks overfished, and a fifth of the world's stocks collapsing all together, Hugh wants to persuade governments around the world to set up more marine protected areas. This will mean a redress in the balance in our seas and allow consumers to continue to enjoy the benefits of eating fish.   In this first instalment of the series that kicks off on Channel 4 on Valentine's Day at 9pm, viewers can closely follow his latest battle. Hugh heads to the Philippines and investigates how local fishermen dynamite fish, a practice that is destroying fish stocks.   Elsewhere on the Isle of Man, he goes underwater to highlight the destructive effects of scallop dredging.   Talking about this method of fishing he says: "I love scallops, it's one of my favourite foods, but I've always had a worry about scallop dredging because you're dragging heavy gear along the bottom of the sea and it's having a destructive effect on the sea floor." Look out for shocking evidence that these fishing methods are destroying our marine life.   However, viewers can also find out how marine protected areas are helping the recovery of the island's waters.   "This time, we're going global." Watch a clip from the show here   Hugh's Fish Fight: Save Our Seas airs from Thursday 14 February on Channel 4 at 9pm   MSN TV editor, Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=69323a78-b573-480c-8020-5d6f5d4d97dcNews and gossip from the world of TVWed, 13 Feb 2013 07:14:04 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a369323a78-b573-480c-8020-5d6f5d4d97dcBlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-02-13T15:14:04.293News and gossip from the world of TVThe BBC's decision to axe The Hour has been met with consternation by fans. The 1950s-set series about a newsroom was written by Abi Morgan (whose movie hits include The Iron Lady) and starred Ben Whishaw, Dominic West and Romola Garai.    Despite acclaim for the show, ratings dropped by more than a quarter on its second run, down from the two million-plus who saw the first series.   A BBC spokeswoman said: "We loved the show, but have to make hard choices to bring new shows through." However, over 6,000 people have signed a petition - started on Change.org by fan Alice Stamataki - calling on the BBC to save The Hour.   Alice said: "Critics and fans from all over the world adore The Hour. It's gripping, it's intelligent, it's incredibly, painfully relevant - it's a sophisticated show for a discerning audience. The BBC has made a huge mistake in cancelling this show."   She added: "I couldn't just sit idly by and watch it go down without a fight. Its poor viewing figures were more down to lacklustre BBC promotion, rather than anything to do with the show itself."   Referencing fans of cult sci-fi fave Firefly, aka Browncoats, who successfully lobbied to tie-up loose ends after the series was cancelled, Alice said "All the fans are hoping for our 'Browncoat' moment.”   Alice’s petition to save The Hour can be found at www.change.org/savethehour. I can't see the BBC changing their minds, but at least the fans have made themselves heard.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterThe BBC's decision to axe The Hour has been met with consternation by fans. The 1950s-set series about a newsroom was written by Abi Morgan (whose movie hits include The Iron Lady) and starred Ben Whishaw, Dominic West and Romola Garai.    Despite acclaim for the show, ratings dropped by more than a quarter on its second run, down from the two million-plus who saw the first series.   A BBC spokeswoman said: "We loved the show, but have to make hard choices to bring new shows through." However, over 6,000 people have signed a petition - started on Change.org by fan Alice Stamataki - calling on the BBC to save The Hour.   Alice said: "Critics and fans from all over the world adore The Hour. It's gripping, it's intelligent, it's incredibly, painfully relevant - it's a sophisticated show for a discerning audience. The BBC has made a huge mistake in cancelling this show."   She added: "I couldn't just sit idly by and watch it go down without a fight. Its poor viewing figures were more down to lacklustre BBC promotion, rather than anything to do with the show itself."   Referencing fans of cult sci-fi fave Firefly, aka Browncoats, who successfully lobbied to tie-up loose ends after the series was cancelled, Alice said "All the fans are hoping for our 'Browncoat' moment.”   Alice’s petition to save The Hour can be found at www.change.org/savethehour. I can't see the BBC changing their minds, but at least the fans have made themselves heard.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=a75b305c-707b-44de-add3-2cc6028a8879News and gossip from the world of TVWed, 13 Feb 2013 06:36:03 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3a75b305c-707b-44de-add3-2cc6028a8879BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-02-13T14:36:03.2News and gossip from the world of TVITV's This Morning is in trouble again; this time over a photograph of the pregnant Duchess of Cambridge.   This Morning has apologised 'unreservedly' after accidentally showing the cover of the Italian magazine that featured the pregnant, bikini-clad Duchess on holiday on the private Caribbean island of Mustique.   The photos are not being published by UK publications to protect her privacy. However, the ITV programme ended up displaying the cover without masking the image when hosts Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford were reviewing the papers.   The following statement was read out by Eamonn Holmes:   "Earlier during today's news review we were discussing photographs of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on a beach in Mustique published in an Italian magazine. Unfortunately we accidentally showed an unblurred image of the magazine cover, which briefly showed the photographs."   The statement continued: "This was a deeply regrettable error and we are very sorry. We apologise unreservedly to the Duke and the Duchess."   This follows "appropriate disciplinary action" over the costly incident in which This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield confronted David Cameron with a list of alleged paedophiles.   ITV ended up paying Lord McAlpine £125,000 in damages to settle his libel claim.ITV's This Morning is in trouble again; this time over a photograph of the pregnant Duchess of Cambridge.   This Morning has apologised 'unreservedly' after accidentally showing the cover of the Italian magazine that featured the pregnant, bikini-clad Duchess on holiday on the private Caribbean island of Mustique.   The photos are not being published by UK publications to protect her privacy. However, the ITV programme ended up displaying the cover without masking the image when hosts Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford were reviewing the papers.   The following statement was read out by Eamonn Holmes:   "Earlier during today's news review we were discussing photographs of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on a beach in Mustique published in an Italian magazine. Unfortunately we accidentally showed an unblurred image of the magazine cover, which briefly showed the photographs."   The statement continued: "This was a deeply regrettable error and we are very sorry. We apologise unreservedly to the Duke and the Duchess."   This follows "appropriate disciplinary action" over the costly incident in which This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield confronted David Cameron with a list of alleged paedophiles.   ITV ended up paying Lord McAlpine £125,000 in damages to settle his libel claim.BlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=f76f2ea1-d938-4d7f-9778-20a133c1a305News and gossip from the world of TVTue, 05 Feb 2013 01:49:22 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3f76f2ea1-d938-4d7f-9778-20a133c1a305BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F112013-02-04T14:19:19.163News and gossip from the world of TVAnd so the body of a man found buried beneath a council car park is almost certainly that of the last Plantagenet King Richard III, according to academics.   When a skeleton was reported found under a Leicester council car park in September 2012, speculation mounted that it could be the remains - lost for 500 years - of one of England's most infamous kings. In a world exclusive, Channel 4 has the full inside story and will broadcast Richard III: The King in the Car Park tonight at 9pm.   The discovery of the body and the battery of scientific tests to establish its identity have been carried out in complete secrecy, with no footage seen by anyone, but the investigating team.   The programme - made by the only team allowed to follow the scientists - tells every step, twist and turn of the story and will also unveil a brand new facial reconstruction made from the skull.   Twitter buzzed wtih Richard III commentary and sarcasm:   Downton Abbey's Hugh Bonneville ( ‏@hughbon) tweeted: "I wonder how many media trucks are now parked outside the family home of Richard III #appalling."   @shanemuk posted: "BREAKING: Traces of Richard III DNA found in Tesco burgers."   @juliansheasport said: "I’ve got a hunch it’s going to be Richard III."   Finally, inevitably @AMCS2010 with the tweet that lends itself to the occasion: "So how much does Richard III owe in unpaid parking charges??"   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterNoting he is to be reinterred in Leicester Cathedral, it should be noticed that respect for his faith should be observed. He lived and died a Catholic, long before the Reformation and his funeral should use that rite.BlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=be32d37a-3fe7-4a59-92a0-708c107e2890News and gossip from the world of TVFri, 25 Jan 2013 04:36:44 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3be32d37a-3fe7-4a59-92a0-708c107e2890BlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-01-25T12:36:44.153News and gossip from the world of TVIf you've been watching Celebrity Big Brother, you'll be very familiar with the antics of Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt (collectively known as Speidi).     Loved and loathed in equal measure, it comes as little surprise to hear reports that they've landed a reality series of their own, here in the UK, once Big Brother is over.   The American couple - who starred in US reality soap The Hills - have become the pantomime villains of the Channel 5 series. Alongside X Factor's Rylan Clark, Speidi have been the only reason to tune in each night.   But tune in is exactly what viewers have done in their millions; Speidi have kept audiences glued to the show thanks to, at times, unbelievably obnoxious behaviour. In short, they have been TV gold.   The Daily Star claims the couple are in line for a TV series that plays on the cultural differences between Britain and America.   Even if the format turns out to be different from the one currently being reported, I am 100% certain Speidi will be back on television here in the UK. We haven't seen the last of them.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterIf you've been watching Celebrity Big Brother, you'll be very familiar with the antics of Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt (collectively known as Speidi).     Loved and loathed in equal measure, it comes as little surprise to hear reports that they've landed a reality series of their own, here in the UK, once Big Brother is over.   The American couple - who starred in US reality soap The Hills - have become the pantomime villains of the Channel 5 series. Alongside X Factor's Rylan Clark, Speidi have been the only reason to tune in each night.   But tune in is exactly what viewers have done in their millions; Speidi have kept audiences glued to the show thanks to, at times, unbelievably obnoxious behaviour. In short, they have been TV gold.   The Daily Star claims the couple are in line for a TV series that plays on the cultural differences between Britain and America.   Even if the format turns out to be different from the one currently being reported, I am 100% certain Speidi will be back on television here in the UK. We haven't seen the last of them.   MSN TV editor Coops   ● Follow MSN Entertainment on Twitter   ● Follow the TV editor on TwitterBlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=c955fdef-46ab-4865-8d1d-6c3491634bcaNews and gossip from the world of TVWed, 23 Jan 2013 07:26:16 -0800Ents Ed5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a3c955fdef-46ab-4865-8d1d-6c3491634bcaBlogArticleA4A01E77250FFC0F012013-01-23T15:26:16.07News and gossip from the world of TVGavin & Stacey is just one British series which has been picked up for a pilot by a US network.   The James Corden and Ruth Jones fave will be remade by Fox, the home of US imports that include The Simpsons, Family Guy and The Following (which has just started on Sky Atlantic).  The acclaimed British incarnation revolved around the relationship between Gavin (Mathew Horne) - an ordinary bloke from England - and Stacey (Joanna Page), who lived in Wales.   Ruth Jones and James Corden will act as executive producers of the US version.   Also getting the American treatment is BBC Three comedy, Pulling. Writer and creator Sharon Horgan starred alongside Rebekah Staton and Tanya Franks as three flat-sharing thirty-somethings.   The BBC cancelled Pulling in 2009 - some would say prematurely.   On Twitter, Sharon Horgan ( ‏@RealSharHorgan) said: "Just found out the US version of Pulling has been picked up by ABC. I'm really happy, it was a great rewrite."   This isn't the first time a remake of Pulling has been mooted; it's second time lucky for US network ABC.   Over on NBC, a pilot of Sky Living comedy Gates has been ordered. The Joanna Page and Tom Ellis (Miranda) series depicts the playground politics among adults in their daughter's local school.   In the US, the show will be renamed as The Gates. Here in the UK, there has been no word on a second series of Gates as yet,   Remaking British shows for the American market is a tricky endeavour; for every successful venture (The Office) there are numerous failures (The Inbetweeners, Skins, Coupling, Life On Mars, Men Behaving Badly etc). It remains to be seen whether this latest batch will work.Gavin & Stacey is just one British series which has been picked up for a pilot by a US network.   The James Corden and Ruth Jones fave will be remade by Fox, the home of US imports that include The Simpsons, Family Guy and The Following (which has just started on Sky Atlantic).  The acclaimed British incarnation revolved around the relationship between Gavin (Mathew Horne) - an ordinary bloke from England - and Stacey (Joanna Page), who lived in Wales.   Ruth Jones and James Corden will act as executive producers of the US version.   Also getting the American treatment is BBC Three comedy, Pulling. Writer and creator Sharon Horgan starred alongside Rebekah Staton and Tanya Franks as three flat-sharing thirty-somethings.   The BBC cancelled Pulling in 2009 - some would say prematurely.   On Twitter, Sharon Horgan ( ‏@RealSharHorgan) said: "Just found out the US version of Pulling has been picked up by ABC. I'm really happy, it was a great rewrite."   This isn't the first time a remake of Pulling has been mooted; it's second time lucky for US network ABC.   Over on NBC, a pilot of Sky Living comedy Gates has been ordered. The Joanna Page and Tom Ellis (Miranda) series depicts the playground politics among adults in their daughter's local school.   In the US, the show will be renamed as The Gates. Here in the UK, there has been no word on a second series of Gates as yet,   Remaking British shows for the American market is a tricky endeavour; for every successful venture (The Office) there are numerous failures (The Inbetweeners, Skins, Coupling, Life On Mars, Men Behaving Badly etc). It remains to be seen whether this latest batch will work.BlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=1c555e87-0274-4127-a96b-e667e3689cfaThe BBC has revealed details of some of their top shows coming up in 2013. Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:18:56 -0800Emma Ents5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a31c555e87-0274-4127-a96b-e667e3689cfaBlogArticleDF4DCBC832838B2B312013-01-02T16:05:52.96The BBC has revealed details of some of their top shows coming up in 2013. While some are planning huge adventures in 2013, I’m planning to be firmly plonked on my sofa tucking into a host of delicious-looking television titbits. Yes, 2013 is a very exciting year for the box and the BBC are offering up some of its most tempting treats yet, all of which are showcased in the above glossy advert. The video teases with the return of familiar shows such as Doctor Who and The Voice and also shows glimpses of entirely new programmes set to hit our screens in the coming year. The White Queen, a drama which is set against the iconic backdrop of the War of the Roses and is based on Philippa Gregory‘s vivid bestselling historical novel series The Cousin’s War, features in the video and shows newcomer Rebecca Ferguson stepping into the lead role. Another drama, The Village, is also shown in the short video. Set over a century, the programme follows the lives of the residents as they grow up in the rural location which is the home to just as much scandal as any urban setting. Mayday is another BBC show due to hit our screens next year. A sophisticated five-part thriller, Mayday sees a young girl going missing on her way to the Mayday parade and follows how the small community in which she lives cope with their loss. Will they be able to find out what happened to her? Are you excited for TV in 2013? What shows are you most excited about seeing? Leave your comments in the box below! 30 TV treats for 2013 On Bing: Search for more TV highlightsMORE crap from the BBC! We ALL know that its not real so give it up and focus on teaching our kids!BlogArticlehttp://tv.uk.msn.com/blog/editor-blogpost.aspx?post=1b22ae05-8037-4e0f-8437-b6c9a8df4dffNews and gossip from the world of TVSat, 22 Dec 2012 14:26:50 -0800Lorna Coops5f430e74-bedb-43ee-8f92-74ef01b729a31b22ae05-8037-4e0f-8437-b6c9a8df4dffBlogArticle2CDB0D9CD523B3CA982012-12-22T12:36:09.973News and gossip from the world of TVAnt and Dec, Phillip Schofield, Holly Willoughby, Christine Bleakley and Paddy McGuinness helmed a night of fundraising fun for ITV1's Text Santa appeal.   The evening's entertainment featured an array of celebrities, but X Factor judge Louis Walsh and 2012 hopeful Rylan Clark stole the show.   They were the stars of a festive version of an I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! Bush tucker trial, renamed for the occasion as a 'Yule tucker trial'.   Among the, er, delicacies they forced down their throats was a pig's penis. To be fair to Louis Walsh, he barely blinked as he downed the selection of nasties as you can see in the video.    The Text Santa appeal is working on behalf of specially chosen charities offering life-changing services to vulnerable people throughout the UK. For more details, and for information about donating,  visit the Text Santa sitehow do you think he keeps his job each year,its a bit much though calling simon cowell a pigBlogArticle