December 25 will be here before you can say timey-wimey, and the countdown to the Doctor Who Christmas Special is on.
Not The Doctor, but The Who
A detour from British TV to British rock ‘n roll today… I went to The Who “Quadrophenia and More” concert last night, and it was bloody brilliant.
Honoring Our Veterans
Yesterday was Remembrance Day in the British Commonwealth and Veterans Day in the U.S., the latter of which is a Federal holiday today. Regardless of the day of the week, let us salute all of the veterans who have served
Doctor Who: The Return of the Cybermen
That’s right, folks. BBC America has confirmed that the Cybermen will once again be menacing the universe when Doctor Who returns in Spring 2013.
British TV Actors’ Signature Roles: Martin Shaw
Back in August, I wrote a piece entitled “Crushes on Characters: Men in British TV,” which features one of Martin Shaw’s popular characters, Judge John Deed. So, let’s look today at the actor and a few of the roles he’s
Halloween Creatures, British TV Style
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