YouTube follows Netflix in limiting video quality to ease internet traffic
YouTube has joined Netflix in agreeing to limit video stream quality in an effort to ease pressure on internet providers during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Auschwitz museum criticises scene in Hunters TV series
The Auschwitz Memorial has objected to a scene in a new TV series that shows a murderous game of human chess being played, insisting that no such thing took place at the camp.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge to launch London-based production house
Phoebe Waller-Bridge has said she is realising “a life-long dream” by setting up her own film and TV production house.
Disney+ launch could spark change in how streaming services work
Disney’s new video streaming service will force others to “up their game” or change how they operate in the face of new competition, according to one industry expert.
Sir Patrick Stewart: David Miliband ought really to be running UK
Sir Patrick Stewart has said that David Miliband “ought really” to be running the UK.
Sir Ian McKellen joins Sir Patrick Stewart at Star Trek premiere
Sir Patrick Stewart was joined by his close friend Sir Ian McKellen at the premiere of his new series Star Trek: Picard.
Richard Hammond praises new Top Gear series
Former Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond has praised the programme’s current crop of hosts.
Clarkson, Hammond and May take to the sea in Grand Tour Christmas special teaser
Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May swap the road for the sea in the first trailer for The Grand Tour’s Christmas special.
Pregnant Anne Hathaway and ‘hot priest’ Andrew Scott among stars at NY event
Pregnant Anne Hathaway joined stars including Fleabag’s Andrew Scott on the red carpet to promote her latest series.
Apple’s TV streaming service to launch in November
Apple’s new TV streaming service will begin its attempts to rival Netflix and Amazon Prime Video in November, the technology giant has confirmed.
Apple’s TV streaming service to launch in November
Apple’s new TV streaming service will begin its attempts to rival Netflix and Amazon Prime Video in November, the technology giant has confirmed.
Amazon confirms release date for series two of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan
Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan will return to Amazon Prime Video for a new series on November 1, the streaming service has confirmed.
Meek Mill launches new record label with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation
Rapper-turned-entrepreneur Meek Mill is launching a new record label in a joint venture with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation.
BBC and ITV welcome moves for public service prominence
The BBC, ITV and Channel 4 have welcomed new measures to make public service broadcasters easy to find for viewers.
Christian group calls on Netflix to cancel Amazon Prime show Good Omens
A Christian group launched a petition calling for Netflix to axe series Good Omens – not realising it was an Amazon Prime Video production.
David Tennant feels pressure of bringing Good Omens to the screen
David Tennant has said he feels a “weight of expectation” about his eagerly anticipated new series Good Omens as he does not want to disappoint people.
YouTube to return to Amazon Fire TV devices
YouTube is set to return to Amazon’s Fire TV streaming devices in an apparent end to a near two-year spat between the pair of tech giants.
Aberdeen researchers want to improve Grand Tour hosts’ understanding of ‘human centipede’ car
Aberdeen University has responded after an electric vehicle project it worked on was mocked by presenters on The Grand Tour.
Amazon confirms setting of its Lord Of The Rings series
Amazon’s Lord Of The Rings series will take place before the events of Peter Jackson’s trilogy, it has been confirmed.
Amazon Prime announces premiere date for Good Omens
Eagerly anticipated TV series Good Omens will be unveiled in May, it has been announced.
Will Young threatens The Grand Tour with Ofcom over ‘homophobic’ jokes
Will Young has threatened to report The Grand Tour to Ofcom over its alleged “homophobic” content.
Richard Hammond not looking forward to milestone birthday
Richard Hammond says he is having a “real crisis” about turning 50.
Jeremy Clarkson rejects claims The Grand Tour is sexist
Jeremy Clarkson rejected any claim his TV show displays male chauvinism, and claimed it has been every “ist” but sexist.
Jeremy Clarkson issues foul-mouthed summary of Brexit
Jeremy Clarkson has castigated the issue of Brexit and branded the leave process a “complete clusterf***” as the Prime Minister’s deal was roundly rejected by MPs.
Fleabag fans get first look at second series
Fleabag fans have been given a glimpse of star and creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge in the upcoming second series of the hit show.
Rachel Brosnahan reveals details of series two of The Marvellous Mrs Maisel
The Marvellous Mrs Maisel star Rachel Brosnahan has said the second series of the show will give the audience a broader view of its world.
Julia Roberts: TV is not for the faint of heart
Julia Roberts has said she has learned “TV is not for the faint of heart” as she discussed her first leading role in a series.
Jeffrey Tambor addresses sexual harassment allegations in first interview
Transparent star Jeffrey Tambor has said “lines got blurred” in his first interview since he was accused of sexual harassment.
Good news for Amazon Prime users: Price increase is not coming to the UK
Amazon has announced an increase in the price of its Prime membership, but has confirmed the rise currently only affects users in the US.
Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan renewed for second series
Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan has been renewed for a second series ahead of the debut of the first episodes.