Halloween. The one day of the year when wearing any manner of costume in public and asking strangers for treats is completely acceptable behavior. Ya gotta love it. I was mad (as in nuts) enough to go out in the
Midsomer Murders, Misfits, and a Mystery Marathon Premiering Online Today
Frankenstorm is looming large here on the East Coast, and the rain, wind, and plummeting temperatures have arrived in the Mid-Atlantic region, courtesy of Hurricane Sandy and a nor’easter. If you’re in the storm’s path, please stay indoors, stay safe,
In the News: Doc Martin, Other British TV Tidbits
Fans of Doc Martin, rejoice. You haven’t seen the last of him yet. And for fans of James Corden, you’ll be glad to know that he’s returning to telly in a new series. Read on for more about these shows,
British TV Actors’ Signature Roles: Peter Davison
It’s the start of a new week, so what better time to start a new series here at The British TV Place. “British TV Actors’ Signature Roles” will look at just that, and we begin this series with an actor
American Remakes of British TV Shows In the Works
The list of U.S. remakes of British TV shows continues to grow. In the works are two programs: one that was a hit comedy in the UK, and the other a miniseries that was adapted and failed as a series
British TV News Bits: Doctor Who and Call the Midwife
There’s no simpler way to say it. I miss Doctor Who.
A Look at British TV Costume Dramas
Ah, costume dramas. They’ve been required viewing for British TV fans in the States for more than four decades. Some have even made their way into our lexicon, if not our collective consciousness, at least insofar as modern-day TV scripts
Definitive Endings, Possible Beginnings
This past week has been a doozy. I felt unwell during much of it, so I did what any Brit TV-loving person would do. Namely, got lots of rest, drank lots of fluids, and watched lots of British TV. Specifically,
Acorn TV Continues to Expand Its British TV Programs Streaming Service
Things just keep getting better and better at Acorn TV. Ever since the video streaming service launched in July 2011, fans of British TV have been able to watch some of the best in British television programming 24/7. Now there
Brits On American TV… Playing Americans
When it comes to television, I admit that I watch fewer American shows than those out of the UK. Even so, it’s hard to miss when certain Brits show up in shows produced in the U.S., and surprising to learn
Brits at the Emmys and Other British TV News Bits and Bobs
Let me start by saying “Congratulations!” to all of the Emmy Award winners, including Dame Maggie Smith. It’s too bad she wasn’t at the ceremony to receive her second Downton Abbey Emmy; with so many Brit actors and programs having
What’s On Telly and Who’ll Win an Emmy This Weekend?
Aah, the weekend is upon us, and there are three programs to note as we welcome the Autumnal Equinox.