More hit British TV shows are making their way to this side of the pond, thanks to dozens of local PBS stations. Following on the heels of their airing DCI Banks and Death in Paradise comes the hit ITV detective
More U.S. Remakes of UK Programs
The stream of hit shows flowing stateside from across the pond keeps a-comin’. In the form of remakes, that is. The latest announcement comes from CBS, which is bringing a top-rated UK program to U.S. screens, along with the likes
Doctor Who to Return with “The Bells of St. John”
Get ready, Whovians! There’s much in store when Doctor Who returns to our television screens in four weeks, from new companion Clara to new and familiar monsters and guest stars galore!
Downton Abbey: Season 4 Cast Comings & Goings
As fans of Downton Abbey continue to mourn the shocking deaths of Lady Sybil (Jessica Bwon Findlay) and Matthew Crawley (Dan Stevens), word that another cast member has left the show has been confirmed and the announcement of new ones joining
List of PBS Stations Airing Death in Paradise [UPDATED]
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In “What to Watch When Felled by the Flu,” I mentioned the hit BBC One program Death in Paradise. A number of PBS affiliate stations across the U.S. have been airing it or will be, so if you haven’t seen
A Dictionary of Slang for British TV Viewers
Whether you’re a decades-long viewer or a newbie to British TV programs, you’ve probably heard one or more British slang terms while watching them that made for a bit of head-scratching. Well scratch no more, because now there’s a book
Daniel Day-Lewis Makes Oscars History
British actor Daniel Day-Lewis pulled off an Oscars hat trick last night, the only one of its kind currently in the record books. Yes, ladies and gentleman, he became the only actor in Hollywood history to win the Academy Award
Celebrating: Award-Winner Maggie Smith
Hollywood is aflutter as stars get ready for the Academy Awards tomorrow, and even though Maggie Smith isn’t a nominee this year, she is a past winner. Twice. Not to mention her BAFTA, Emmy, Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild, Tony,
Downton Abbey: Season 3 Finale Recap/Review and Season 4 News
It’s hard to believe that Season 3 of Downton Abbey has come to a close already. It was only last week that Bates was finally released from prison, O’Brien was finally one-upped in her schemes-manship, and Thomas finally made a
In the News: The Hour & Being Human Canceled
Muah! A Happy Valentine’s Day to you! Love is in the air, so let’s bask in it while the basking’s good, because all is not lovey dovey in the world of British TV.
What to Watch When Felled by the Flu
Well, the CDC was spot on about this year’s flu being the worst in years. After nearly three weeks of being flattened by the nasty bugger, I’m finally over it. If you, too, have been felled by the flu, here
Alan Davies Returning as Jonathan Creek
Hooray! Not only is Alan Davies returning to stand-up comedy after a long absence from the stage, he’s reprising his best-known signature role — Jonathan Creek — for a new, one-off special.