The five-part series, which premiered last week, follows the story of a mother named Joanna (Rachel Shenton) who moves to the quiet town of Flinstead with her young son, Alfie (Eiden-River Coleman).
Following its release, The Rumour is currently the number one series on 5’s streaming charts, as the first three episodes dropped. However, viewers have been quick to issue a complaint, with many left frustrated.
One person on Facebook said, ” I thought all the episodes would be on their app to stream like all the other channel apps do, but they weren’t, so I can’t be bothered to watch now.”
Channel 5 The Rumour viewers make demand as they issue same complaint(Image: Channel 5)
Someone else wrote: “It’s quite good, shame we can’t watch the whole lot on streaming.” Another added: “Made it to the 3rd episode and gave up, so far fetched and she’s so bl***y irritating.”
Last week, one person reeled: “Oh f**k waiting till next week to find out who Sally sodding McGowen is?! What are you playing at Channel 5? Those days are gone. Get it all on My5.”
However, other viewers are gripped by the series as one fan commented: “I’m really enjoying #TheRumour on @channel5_tv. I cannot wait for the next episode.” Another said: “Watching #TheRumour, and I’m gripped already! Bring on more episodes @channel5_tv x.”
Channel 5 viewers were quick to share their thoughts on the new thriller(Image: 5)
Viewers won’t have long to wait for the last two instalments of the Channel 5 show as the penultimate episode airs on Wednesday (September 17), followed by the finale on Thursday evening.
The gripping show follows Joanna trying to get a start a fresh life in a peaceful place with her son. However, things take a sinister turn when she discovers a chilling rumour about a convicted child killer hiding in plain sight.
A synopsis for the show reads: “Joanna seizes the chance to bond with the local mums by sharing it – unknowingly unleashing a wave of paranoia and suspicion. As whispers grow louder and tensions rise, Joanna is swept into a dangerous spiral of secrets and blame.
The final two episodes will air this week on Channel 5(Image: 5)
“With trust eroding and fear spreading like wildfire, she begins to question not only the town’s past but her own instincts. Who can she trust? And what will it cost her to find the truth?”
A teaser for the penultimate episode teases that Joanna becomes obsessed with finding out who Sally McGowen is while Michael is left horrified by her behaviour, revealing he knows that she scared a child in London.
It adds: “Undeterred, she believes a prison painting could expose the truth. Fired from work, she rushes to Kay’s house and saves her from a gas leak. Joanna tips off Zac, but when he exposes Liz, Bea realises Joanna was the source.”
The Rumour continues on Wednesday September 17 on Channel 5 from 9pm.
Now you can be a cord-cutter and a TV news junkie too.
That’s because consumers who are giving up pay TV are finding a growing array of options outside the cable bundle providing national and local news.
Look up at the screen at the local nail salon or bagel shop, and where you once might have seen CNN, Fox News or CNBC might be a free channel serving up headlines.
For purveyors of TV news, the streaming channels have become a bigger part of their future as the habit of traditional viewing fades and a new generation relies on information from TikTok, Instagram and other social media platforms.
More consumers are discovering national and local news content on what the media industry calls free ad-supported streaming television — or FAST — channels. Internet-connected television sets with free streaming TV platforms such as Tubi, Pluto TV, Roku and Samsung TV Plus built into them are making the offerings easier to find.
Ethan Cramer-Flood, a principal forecast writer for the media research firm Emarketer, tracks the growth of FAST channels. But it wasn’t until he recently cut the cord himself that he realized he could get his local news from New York stations such as WABC-TV anytime he wanted streamed through his Roku device.
“After cutting the cord, one of the things I had been missing was news,” Cramer-Flood said. “The channels are all right there. They are showing their news segments and newscasts all day long. You can just go on it and catch a half-hour.”
The news-viewing habit is growing as FAST channel usage steadily increases. Emarketer data put the number of U.S. consumers watching FAST at 116.8 million, and the figure is projected to reach 130 million by the end of the decade.
Cramer-Flood said that internet-connected TV sets are making FAST channels as convenient to watch as cable channels.
“The barrier to entry is zero,” Cramer-Flood said. “They don’t even make you sign up. It doesn’t cost anything. In one click you’re in the same exact experience as cable.”
Broadcast networks including ABC, CBS and NBC and TV station ownership groups such as Fox, Nexstar and Scripps have had streaming news channels for years, enabling them to reach younger viewers who have turned away from traditional television. They carry repeats of TV newscasts, morning shows and newsmagazines, but over time have added original streaming programs as well, where emerging on-air talent can get experience at the anchor desk.
“NBC Nightly News” anchor Tom Llamas put in four years at streaming channel NBC News Now before taking over for Lester Holt in June. But he has remained with his nightly streaming newscast, “Top Story,” to maintain a presence with an audience that is about 20 years younger than the one watching traditional TV.
ABC News chose Linsey Davis, the anchor of its signature streaming news program on ABC News Live, to be co-moderator of its 2024 presidential debate alongside David Muir of “World News Tonight.”
As the audience migration to streaming continues, outlets such as CNN and BBC News are joining the FAST channel fray even though they are still dependent on pay TV revenue.
CNN recently launched CNN Headlines, a free streaming channel that provides fast-paced delivery of national and international stories culled from the network’s reporting. There are no live guests, panel discussions or debates that are a trademark of the flagship cable channel. The channel’s lead anchor, Brad Smith, is often seen in a leather jacket rather than a suit and tie, a nod to the notion that the conventions of traditional TV news are less important to younger viewers.
“It’s more informal than it is on cable,” Eric Sherling, executive vice president, U.S. programming for CNN.
The arrival of CNN Headlines comes ahead of the network’s plans to offer a subscription-based direct-to-consumer product that will give consumers the chance to get CNN’s cable feed without a pay TV subscription for the first time.
Sherling said the two services will appeal to different audiences, with CNN Headline viewers looking for brevity while paying customers get the breadth and depth they expect from the cable channel.
CNN Headlines replaced a previous FAST channel that played segments that aired on cable. It was barely curated, but “a ton of people watched it,” Sherling said.
Early response to CNN Headlines has been strong, the network said, reaching 30 million users a month and more than 2 million daily.
Viewers have also quickly discovered a streaming version of BBC News, which is distributed on cable in the U.S. by AMC Networks. The service hit a high of 258.5 million streamed minutes in June, up 153% from the same month in 2024, according to AMC’s data.
AMC Networks has been aggressive in putting its programming on FAST channels, as cord-cutting puts the squeeze on its cable outlets. The company has 20 FAST channels in all, with BBC News being the latest entry.
The stream is identical to the BBC News feed offered to pay TV subscribers. But Amy Leasca, executive vice president of partner management for AMC Networks, said the company hasn’t seen any cannibalization of the cable audience.
BBC News presenters Caitríona Perry, left, and Sumi Somaskanda in Washington, D.C.
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Data indicate streaming viewers are showing up for specific scheduled programs on BBC News, mirroring the habits of traditional TV users, Leasca said.
Fox Television Stations takes a different approach with LiveNOW, a channel that delivers raw footage of breaking news coverage, with on-air journalists who are there to guide viewers from one event to the next. The video journalists deliver straightforward introductions of live video without commentary.
President Trump addressing Congress on March 4, 2025.
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“There are no prompters or scripts,” said Emily Stone, vice president of digital content and LiveNOW at Fox Television Stations.
Most companies release sparse internal data on exactly how many viewers are watching their FAST news channels. But LiveNOW puts its viewing numbers right on the screen in real time. Jeff Zellmer, executive vice president of digital operations for Fox Television, said the figures help the service determine what to cover.
On Friday, LiveNOW showed an empty lectern ahead of the press conference announcing the arrest of the alleged shooter of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. The screen showed more than 345,000 were watching, and it surged to 400,000 when law enforcement officials took the microphone.
LiveNOW’s reached its largest audience in February when its coverage of President Trump’s address to Congress in hit 1.95 million viewers
LiveNOW started as an experiment in 2014 when Fox Television Stations President Jack Abernethy challenged his outlets to come up with a low-cost streaming service using their existing resources.
“The Phoenix station decided they were going to start a YouTube channel and put a person in front of a switcher with a bunch of live feeds and see what happens,” Stone said.
The stream showed live coverage of local events and picked up an occasional car chase from California.
But when the COVID-19 pandemic and protests over the police killing of George Floyd hit in 2020, the public was desperate for up-to-date information from officials. LiveNOW gained a following.
“There was a press conference every second from every city,” Zellner said.
LiveNOW’s video journalists are not the high-paid anchors that have long been the staple of network news. The 10 staffers who run the operation toil on minimalist sets in Phoenix and Tampa, Fla., which helps keep the service profitable.
Kate O’Brian, who oversaw Scripps’ streaming news operation until late last year, said the less formal approach of streaming news channels is likely to be the norm going forward.
“I think there’s something viewers appreciate about the unvarnished part of it,” O’Brian said. “It doesn’t look pretty sometimes. But I think post-pandemic — when every reporter was sitting in their basement or their garage — the audience’s patience and adaptability completely changed.”
ITV viewers were left less than impressed by the latest You Bet On Tour episode – and promptly called out Oti Mabuse’s victory.
The game show – which is a re-boot of the 80’s series – initially saw Holly Willoughby, 44, teaming up withStephen Mulhernto front it as it arrived on the broadcaster.
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ITV’s You Bet on Tour viewers claimed a ‘fix’ after Oti Mabuse’s nail-biting raceCredit: X/@stephenmulhern
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Oti was seen celebrating after she was crowned celebrity champion last nightCredit: ITV
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The Cool Runnings row team came out on topCredit: ITV
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Some fans suggested the outcome of Stephen Mulhern’s series was stagedCredit: ITV
It sees ordinary people across the UK take on a host of huge challenges in an attempt to win £5K.
A revolving celebrity panel then place their bets on which team they think will succeed.
On Saturday, Oti Mabuse came out top – yet viewers weren’t convinced.
The drama was started after the final challenge, which saw rowing team Cool Runnings bet that they could complete their 2000 metre challenge quicker than the Olympic Rowers squad.
Strictly champ Oti was pitted against McFly singer Danny Jones and former Olympian Greg Rutherford.
Both Danny and Oti backed red team Cool Runnings – who ultimately came out on top – with the dancer then being crowned the overall celebrity champion of the episode
The outcome sparked an outcry on social media, with one fan posting on X: “Absolute fix #youbet.”
Another wrote: “100% fix.”
One bluntly branded the episode: “Absolutely s**t!!!!!!!!”
First look at Holly Willoughby’s return to You Bet! for new ‘on tour’ series
The presenter is a mainstay on various ITV shows, but how did he become one of Britain’s most well-known faces?
Stephen first gained an interest in magic and tricks from his father who taught him as a kid.
After performing at Butlins, he became the youngest member of the Magic Circle and even made an appearance on Blue Peter in a piece about Harry Houdini.
His career started in Children’s TV when he presenter the show Finger Tips in 2001.
After four years, he launched Tricky TV on CITV in 2005, which he presented until 2010.
During this time, he was handpicked by bosses to front the ITV2 spin-off for Britain’s Got Talent.
One of the greatest films of the decade is apparently now on Netflix after a TikTok reviewer shed light on the movie in a recent post – and it’s just over 90 minutes long
You can give this movie on Netflix a go(Image: NurPhoto via Getty Images)
A movie fan has named one of the “greatest films” of the decade – and it’s on Netflix. In recent weeks, we’ve seen a number of shows go viral, including the ‘most addictive’ Netflix series that people are raving on about.
Now we all know TikTok is the best place for advice on pretty much everything so how about you check this film out? EccyReviews, who boasts 350,300 followers, recently named “one of the greatest films of the decade” in a clip which garnered 1,300 likes. He used his platform to urge fans to watch the drama movie Hard Truths.
The 2024 drama was written and directed by Mike Leigh with a cast which includes Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Michele Austin, and David Webber. Set in London, its plot follows the story of a depressed woman and the relationship with her sister.
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It was named one of the top 10 independent films of 2024 by the National Board of Review, meanwhile Jean-Baptiste received Best Actress nominations at the Critics’ Choice Awards, BAFTA Film Awards and the Gotham Awards.
As for IMDB, the 12A film has a rating of 7.2/10.
And recently the TikTok video revealed why it was the greatest film to watch right now.
The user said: “So Netflix has just dropped one of the greatest films of the decade and you need to go and check it out immediately.
“It’s raw, it’s emotional and it’s one of the most human films you will ever see.
“The film is called Hard Truths, this film is just over 90 minutes long, it’s set in London, tells a raw and emotional story of grief and depression.
“It’s such a gripping film if you’ve ever grieved for anyone in your life, you will resonate with this film so much, it’s such a passionate and beautiful story which more people need to see.”
Speaking about the performances, the reviewer claimed they were “truly unbelievable” and not “spoken about enough”.
“It will make you laugh, it will make you cry,” he continued.
“It’s genuinely a film that will stay with you for a very long time.”
The reviewer concluded: “Please get this film on your watch list, get it watched and make sure you tag your friends so they can check out this hidden gem.”
Since the recommendation was shared on TikTok earlier this week, it racked up a lot of attention from viewers eager to give it a go.
One said: “Thank you for giving news about films going to watch now. Hard Truths.” Another added: “I watched this last night, was captivating.”
A third commented: “Loved it. Sad, but funny and so truthful.” While a fourth admitted: “Cheers, on it now.”
Viewers have hailed this series as “one of the best produced by Netflix”, as they can’t get enough of it. People keep rewatching it because they think it’s so good
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People are raving about Godless(Image: Netflix)
When it comes to selecting television programmes, the abundance of choice can sometimes feel overwhelming but, regarding Westerns, there’s one series that viewers simply cannot stop praising. Recently, people have been sharing their opinions about the most “underrated” programmes on Netflix via Reddit, and one recommendation might catch you off guard.
The discussion began when a user enquired: “What’s the most underrated show you’ve watched on Netflix that no one talks about? I feel like everyone knows the big hits, but some of the best shows I’ve seen barely get mentioned.
“I recently watched Giri/Haji and was shocked more people haven’t talked about it – great characters, solid story and super bingeable. What’s your underrated Netflix gem? Could be any genre just something you think deserves way more attention.”
Users were swift to offer recommendations, with one championing a series called “Godless”, demonstrating that the Western genre remains remarkably popular. One person promptly responded: “Godless.”
Another contributed: “Loved Godless. Great Western, with superb acting and characters full of depth. ‘I seen my death and this ain’t it.’ Highly recommend!”
A third also responded: “Indeed! Watched this show more than once.” Meanwhile, a fourth also remarked: “Agreed, I’ve been thinking about rewatching it!”
If you’re unfamiliar with it, Godless is a gripping American Western drama miniseries crafted by Scott Frank. Set in 1884, the series tells the tale of a young outlaw on the run from his revengeful mentor, finding refuge in a New Mexico town, predominantly inhabited by women.
The production kicked off in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in September 2016, and made its Netflix debut in November 2017. Despite being a few years old now, the series garnered positive reviews and was hailed as one of the year’s top 10 by The Washington Post and Vanity Fair.
The cast boasts Jack O’Connell as Roy Goode, an injured outlaw fleeing from his former boss and mentor, Frank Griffin, due to his intolerable behaviour. Michelle Dockery also steps into the shoes of Alice Fletcher, a self-reliant and distant widow who runs a small ranch outside La Belle with her mother-in-law and teenage son.
Scoot McNairy also features as Bill McNue, the sheriff of La Belle, a town where nearly all the men have perished in a mining accident. Numerous narratives are woven into this captivating tale.
Viewers think the series is brilliant(Image: Netflix)
The show scored an impressive 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, earning the title “one of the best miniseries of the 2010s”. Viewers have described it as “simply wonderful”, and argue that it deserves a place alongside all the other major Western classics.
One social media user penned: “As a guy who loves Westerns, I loved this series. I didn’t even think of it as female-centric. It was just an excellent series.”
Another chimed in with: “I’m a guy. Love cowboy movies. LOVED Godless. The strong female characters are a pro. The story, the acting, the show as a whole was wonderful.”
A third added: “Godless is one of the best things ever offered by Netflix. It’s outstanding.”
Meanwhile, a fourth also joined the conversation with: “Jack O’Connell, Michelle Dockery and Scoot McNairy are all awesome playing their characters too.
“Plus a host of lesser characters. If you have any fondness for Westerns as a genre, you should enjoy it. I’ve done a couple rewatches since it first came out.”
If you’ve yet to watch Godless, it’s still available on Netflix. It could be your next binge-watch obsession.
ITV’s true crime drama I Fought the Law deeply touched viewers this evening as the final episode aired, with the real life Ann Ming making a cameo at the end of the finale
ITV viewers were brought to tears by Ann Ming’s cameo
The final episode of I Fought the Law aired on ITV tonight, with viewers watching as Ann Ming successfully brought her daughter’s killer to justice after overturning the double jeopardy law. The emotional episode left many in tears, particularly as the real life Ann made a cameo alongside Sheridan Smith, who played her throughout the series.
In the final scenes, viewers watch as Ann and her husband Charlie head line dancing, with Ann seeing a vision of her daughter Julie across the dance floor after putting her killer behind bars. She then continues line dancing with Charlie as text on the screens tells viewers that at least ten people have been retried and convicted of murder since the double jeopardy law was overturned, with Ann receiving an MBE in 2007 for her services to criminal justice.
The show then revealed that Charlie (played by Daniel York Loh) battled with Parkinson’s Disease until his death in 2013 while Ann still lives in the North East and works with police forces across the country to improve how they engage with victims of violent crime.
Sheridan Smith embraced the real life Ann Ming in I Fought the Law’s final scenes
As the line dancing continued, the real Ann was seen sitting on the side before the camera cut to her dancing alongside Sheridan Smith. “She still enjoys line dancing, five times a week,” text on the screen reads.
Viewers took to social media to share how moved they were by the final episode, with one writing: “What incredibl final scene with the real Ann #IFoughtTheLaw.” Another said: “#IFoughtTheLaw God what a programme Sobbing mess Well done all involved.”
A third tweeted: “#AnnMing what a woman, the family have been through such extreme experiences. this show #IFoughtTheLaw & #SheridanSmith deserve awards for it, well done to all involved in the making, its great to see flashbacks of eras past, as life seems to get harder with the more we have
A fourth wrote on X: “Am sobbing my heart out #IFoughtTheLaw Final episode.” While another said: “I’ll say it again, an incredible woman. #IFoughtTheLaw.”
Another even called for Ann to take up office, writing: “If we had people like Ann Ming and Allan Bates running this country things would get done fairly, honestly and without them mostly intent on looking after themselves #IFoughtTheLaw.”
Educating Yorkshire returned for another episode on Sunday night where the teachers discussed a concerning trend at school
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Educating Yorkshire viewers were quick to share their concern on Sunday’s episode as the teachers discussed a challenging new problem within schools.
During the latest episode, the staff discussed how AI is affecting the school more widely and how they must adapt to this ever-changing and very modern challenge.
At one point, teachers were concerned that one student had used AI to create their Shakespeare essay.
The English teacher pointed out: “I have tried to mark it and it’s actually really really good but way ahead than what the other students have managed…” as she asked another teacher, who had taught the same student the previous year, for their opinion.
Analysing the work, the teachers pointed out the use of subheadings, paragraphs, punctuation and hardly any spelling mistakes, suggesting the student had used AI.
Educating Yorkshire viewers were quick to share their concern on Sunday’s episode as the teachers discussed a challenging new problem within schools(Image: Channel 4)
The English teacher said: “I can’t prove it without speaking to her” and later she spoke to the student, who denied using AI for their essay.
Sharing their frustrations, the teacher said that if students use AI, they don’t know how to assess their skills and help make them better. The teacher also pointed out that if students deny using AI, how do you prove it.
Later in the episode, the show dealt with another incident using AI that happened over the weekend. A student had used AI to make a video of two students at school which was now being circulated on Snapchat.
Headmaster, Mr Burton, said: “AI is a new problem, schools are finding out what the right way to use AI is and utilise its capabilities and then also be aware of the potential pitfalls.”
During the latest episode, the staff discussed how AI is affecting the school more widely(Image: Channel 4)
Discussing the AI incident with another teacher, they commented: “It’s frightening what people can do with AI now, though, isn’t it?” to which Mr Burton responded: “Terrifying!”
Taking to Twitter, now X, viewers were quick to share their thoughts on AI and shared their sympathies for how teachers are supposed to deal with it, especially as technology is likely to advance.
One person said: “Can’t imagine how hard it is for teachers now with AI being so readily available #EducatingYorkshire” while a different account put: “AI’s a major problem for schools and higher education. #EducatingYorkshire.”
Meanwhile, another show watcher added: “I just don’t know how Teachers are going to stamp out kids using AI to do their homework.. #educatingyorkshire.”
Educating Yorkshire continues on Sunday nights at 8pm on Channel 4.
The sewing contest was on at 9pm on Tuesday (September 2), which meant it coincided with the first episode of the new series of the baking show on Channel 4, reports the Express. The culinary programme made its return at 8pm for a feature-length debut episode.
The clash saw many fans flock to social media to express their annoyance.
One viewer wrote on X: “Would be interested to see stats on how many viewers switch over from Bake Off on Channel 4 to BBC1 for Sewing Bee at 9! Who decided a b***** overlap was a good idea?”
Esme Young on The Great British Sewing Bee(Image: BBC)
Another viewer wrote, ” I’m Glad [GBBO] is back, but I wish it didn’t overlap with Sewing Bee.”
“UNACCEPTABLE OVERLAP,” vented someone else.
A third viewer commented: “I’m more annoyed about the clash of Bake Off and Sewing Bee.”
However, not all viewers were upset. One person shared: “Great British Bake Off followed by Sewing Bee!!! Life doesn’t get any better!”
Bake Off is back for a new series(Image: Channel 4)
Meanwhile, another said: “Great British Bake Off and Sewing Bee both in one night, Luvley Jubbly! Enjoy your evening, all.”
The Sewing Bee is in its eighth week, and the five surviving hopefuls embarked on a cinematic journey, with three tasks drawing inspiration from iconic film moments of yesteryear.
During the pattern round, judges Esme Young and Patrick Grant challenged the finalists to recreate the blazer sported by Tippi Hedren’s character in Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary thriller The Birds.
The latest series of Sewing Bee is in its eighth week(Image: BBC)
For the transformation task, the seamsters received tiebacks and crimson theatre drapes and were challenged to convert the material into spectacular ensembles worthy of a Tinseltown premiere.
During the made-to-measure portion of the show, the participants were required to craft an ensemble for a horror film character.
The Great British Sewing Bee airs on BBC One and Bake Off is on Channel 4.
Viewers have been left divided after watching The Guest, with some praising the new BBC drama highly whilst others issuing similar complaints about the whole thing
The new thriller which stars Gabrielle Creevy as a cleaner who develops a toxic relationship with her strange employer, played by Eve Myles(Image: BBC/Quay Street Productions/Simon Ridgeway)
Viewers have been left divided after watching The Guest. The new BBC drama aired on Monday and is the latest offering of writer Matthew Barry and director Ashley Way, both of whom were behind the 2023 hit Men Up, which boasted Gavin & Stacey star Joanna Page amongst its cast.
The new thriller stars Gabrielle Creevy as a cleaner who develops a toxic relationship with her strange employer, played by Eve Myles. It comprises four episodes in total and has come througn Quay Street Productions, the same production company behind Michelle Keegan’sNetflix hit Fool Me Once and The Blame, which will also feature the former Coronation Street star in the leading role.
But as the drama hit screens at the start of the new week, fans weren’t entirely sure what to make of it all, but one fan was full of praise after sitting down to tune in. TV critic Scott Bryan said: “The Guest on BBC One is the most unhinged show this side of Christmas. Completely loved it. Great characters and funny one-liners.”
Viewers weren’t entirely sure what to make of the new four-part series(Image: BBC/Quay Street Productions/Simon Ridgeway)
Another wrote: “Oh. My. GOD! #TheGuest is fun, twisty, flirty, thrilling! Eve Myles & Gabrielle Creevy are perfect in this. So well written and beautifully directed. And filmed in Wales! Loved, loved it, loved it,” and another said: “Just watched ” The Guest ” on BBC I player starring Eve Myles . A good thriller. Worth watching.”
One fan was left ‘terrified’ by the whole thing as they admitted: “Omg there is a drama on bbc1 this eve at 9 called #TheGuest it’s rather gripping but terrifying all at the same time and I wan to continue watching it but it’s a bit too dramatic, oh and halfway through there was a spider crawling up my wall.” Another concurred as they said: “So many jump scares on #TheGuest – I’m a nervous wreck”
Another viewer was completely shocked by the way the first episode had wrapped up as they took to social media to exclaim: “Bloody hell, that ending to the first episode of The Guest was NOT how I expected it to go!”
Some viewers were less than enthusiastic with their reviews, as one said: “What utter tosh passes for drama on the bbc! Wasted an hour on The Guest -am dram at best,” and another said: “what a mess of a storyline. Utter garbage ending. Can’t believe I wasted 4 hours of my life watching that!”
One viewer even admitted they were ‘terrified’ by it all (Image: BBC/Quay Street Productions/Simon Ridgeway)
Prior to the series launch, Reach Plc chatted to Eve and Gabrielle about their roles in the programme and why they think audiences are drawn to intense female bonds.
Eve, 47, remarked: “Because it’s complex, it’s not easy, it’s not actually an easy thing to talk about or to try and describe or explain, it’s about something very, very intoxicating. It’s about two women sharing something very important.
“Like myself and Gabby, Fran and Ria are also incredibly vulnerable, never mind the strengths you see from both of them, they both have great strengths, but they both have great weaknesses.”
Eve detailed the unlikely bond between Fran and Ria, explaining that their contrasting backgrounds add a layer of intrigue and mystery for some.
She further elaborated: “It’s not about a boss and a cleaner it’s about two women who share this part of their lives together, they share secrets together, they go through something very traumatic together then they’ve got to fix that, or not and what that does to them.”
Matthew Barry, the writer of The Guest, expressed his excitement about the project: “I’m beyond excited to be re-teaming with Nicola, Davina and the whole team at Quay Street Productions and the BBC to bring The Guest to life.
“As well as being an exciting thriller, at its core this is an examination of class, social mobility and the growing disparity between those at the top and bottom of our society.”
The Repair Shop featured the case of grieving parents John and Margaret Ivin this week – but there was more to the tale than met the eye, and the fresh detail is tragic
John and Margaret Ivin took to The Repair Shop crumbled bits of plaster that had special importance
A heartbreaking blog details a son’s brave journey with cancer – which this week led to an emotional restoration on BBC’s The Repair Shop which left viewers in tears.
Chris Ivin had written by hand a note on the wallpaper on his family home when he was 14 and, when this was discovered behind a cupboard when parents John and Margaret did some renovation work recently, they hoped to get it turned into a treasured memorial. This was because Chris since died following his battle with testicular cancer and his grieving mother and father were desperate for fresh mementos.
A blog has come to light which, though dormant for years since Chris’ death in May 2012, detailed the man’s journey with the disease. He gave moving and often humorous accounts of the ups and downs of daily life with his parents and fiancée Inna – who he referred to as “The Russian” – at his side.
Chris Ivin, of London, was a talented camera operator and technician
In one entry, Chris told how he had “still got my chin up” while adding: “It’s not all beer and skittles, this ‘being off work for way over a year’ thing. What I’ve got at the mo does have its drags, let me tell you. There are some very low days indeed.
“The Russian and I call them bad cancer days It’s very upsetting to be back on chemo after such a long time of recovery. I know I was told things were bad again back in Feb, hence the trip up north.
“It’s very sad to know that I’m back to not understanding my body and being very unpredictable about plans and seeing any of you guys.
“The worst was to come. After being released from hospital there were times I couldn’t even muster the coordination to walk or climb stairs. Help was required on a permanent basis either from the Russian or my mum and dad.”
The young man died in 2012 after a battle with cancer
Chris, who started his career as a camera assistant recording videos of live music performances including AC/DC and Tina Turner as well as for comedians Eddie Izzard and Lee Evans, was diagnosed with the rare form of testicular cancer in January 2011.
The media professional, from southeast London, underwent a series of gruelling treatments but died less than 18 months after his diagnosis on May 29, 2012. Among the treatment, Chris had experimental mistletoe therapy treatment in northern Scotland.
In another blog post, he wrote: “Every week I got a bit better but to be that reliant really took some getting used to. Eating, drinking, fetching the smallest things. Impossible. I really had to be waited on hand and foot. Sounds great? No way!.”
The team on The Repair Shop was able to carefully restore Chris’ message
Chris became a freelancer for the BBC, before landing a sought after job in Formula One providing coverage for broadcasters around the world. His blog also alluded to his illustrious career but later featured references to his dark days towards the end of his cancer battle.
And his dad left one of the final, devastating post in May 2012. Announcing the heartbreaking news of his death John wrote to followers: “For all those people that do not know that our beloved son, Chris ‘Milton’ passed away 13.26 this afternoon (29-05). He did not want to go, but when he did it was peacefully.”
John and Margaret, who are in their 70s, were overwhelmed with emotion when The Repair Shop team presented them with the restored message, complete with a tidy frame, in this week’s episode. Margaret gasped: “That’s amazing” at the treasure.
The Jury: Murder Trial has returned for a second series and Channel 4 viewers have taken to social media after recognising one of the actors from BBC One soap EastEnders
22:01, 26 Aug 2025Updated 22:38, 26 Aug 2025
Channel 4 viewers all said the same thing minutes into the first episode of The Jury: Murder Trial series two
Channel 4 viewers all said the same thing as they watched the first episode of The Jury: Murder Trial series two.
This BAFTA-winning show returned on Tuesday (August 26) night with the real-life trial of a young mother called Sophie who stabbed her boyfriend Ryan in the chest with a kitchen knife. She says it was self-defence but is she telling the truth?
The trial has been restaged using original court transcript with actors, but will the jury made up of 12 members of the public agree with the verdict of the original trial?
Watching the trial in Liverpool Crown Court are ordinary people from the local area.
Young mother called Sophie stabbed her boyfriend Ryan in the chest with a kitchen knife(Image: Channel 4)
As the prosecution laid out their case, the jurors immediately started to draw different conclusions from the evidence.
Some suspected the defendant was a victim of domestic abuse but others weren’t so sure.
In the first series, the juries were confronted with a case involving a husband who had killed his wife but denied it was murder and fans have shared their disappointment
EastEnders star Karen Henthorn appeared in the documentary as Sophie’s grandmother Mary(Image: Channel 4)
After listening to the defence and prosecution’s cross-examination, they retreated to the deliberation room to hammer out a verdict – but did it align with the other jury’s decision?
The second series followed a similar patter but this time there’s just one jury instead of two.
Towards the end of the first episode, actress Karen Henthorn appeared in the dock as Sophie’s grandmother Mary and fans quickly recognised her and shared their observation on social media.
Karen recently returned to EastEnders as Julie Bates (Image: BBC)
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one penned: “Julie what are you doing here #TheJuryC4.”
Another added: “Julie from EastEnders turning up on #TheJuryC4!!.”
A third person joked: “Excuse me get back to Nigel bet he’s gone missing now ffs #THEJURYC4.”
Karen recently returned to EastEnders as Julie Bates to find her husband Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) who has Dementia.
The show will air over four consecutive nights.
The Jury: Murder Trial is available to watch and stream on Channel 4 from Tuesday, August 26 at 9pm
Good Morning Britain viewers said the same thing as Adil Ray returned to the show on Monday
07:15, 18 Aug 2025Updated 07:40, 18 Aug 2025
Good Morning Britain viewers claimed to “switch off” as an ITV presenter returned to the show.
During Monday’s (August 18) episode of the programme, host Kate Garraway was joined by Adil Ray to present the latest news from across the UK and around the world.
They discussed Europe’s leaders flying to Washington to show their support for Ukraine, and whether the courts should start to crack down on shoplifting.
There was also a debate on a possible tax on the wealth of Britain’s top bosses, which has reached a record high.
Kate and Adil were joined in the studio by Sean Fletcher, who presented the rest of the day’s news, while Laura Tobin provided regular weather forecasts live from Kew Gardens.
Kate Garraway and Adil Ray presented Good Morning Britain on Monday (August 18)(Image: ITV)
However, several GMB fans were quickly left distracted by Adil’s return to the show, with many taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions.
Following Ben Shephard’s departure from the show last year, Adil has been on rotation as a Friday host and usually fronts the ITV programme with either Kate, Laura, or Charlotte Hawkins.
However, the Citizen Khan star hasn’t been seen on screen for several weeks.
After seeing Adil at the helm on Monday, one person wrote on social media: “I’ll pass on that thanks,” with another adding: “Nobody will get a word in with these two presenters. Switches over.”
Adil returned to the show after a number of weeks(Image: ITV)
A third said: “No thanks,” while another similarly shared: “Worst pairing ever. You can do better than this.”
A fifth viewer echoed the sentiment, saying: “Sorry but I will not be watching.”
Meanwhile, other viewers have shared their delight at Adil’s appearance, with one person writing: “Yes! Love Adil! But to be honest all the @GMB presenters are really good.”
Another added: “I like this pairing on GMB. At heart, both exceptional interviewers,” while a third said: “What a great pair today.”
The news comes after Adil revealed a shocking connection to Hollywood star Lindsay Lohan, sharing that they had a “lovely” dinner together 12 years ago.
Good Morning Britain airs weekdays on ITV1 and ITVX at 6am
Destination X fans were left unimpressed by a challenge in the latest instalment of the BBC gameshow with many branding it ‘boring’ and spotting a glaring ‘fake’ detail
Destination X viewers slammed a “boring” challenge on the BBC gameshow, after spotting a “fake” detail.
In tonight’s instalment (Wednesday, 13 August), the participants were challenged with carrying wine glasses across a vineyard on a tray held by one hand, whilst answering questions about one another in an attempt to eliminate their rivals.
The more responses they got wrong, the more glasses they had to balance, resulting in several being knocked out when their trays tumbled, reports the Manchester Evening News.
Viewers picked up on a “fake” sound effect(Image: BBC)
Yet viewers were swift to spot that whilst the BBC episode featured sounds of glass shattering, the contestants seemed to be using plastic.
“The smashing glass sound effects for them dropping plastic champagne flutes is sending me,” one penned.
Another questioned: “Why have they put a shattering glass sound on when the glasses are clearly plastic? Haha.”
Others branded the challenge as “boring”, as one posted: “Not liking this part… it’s very boring.”
Viewers slammed the task and threatened to “switch off”(Image: BBC)
Another raged: “Well this is riveting tv.. Not!”
Someone else fumed: “Sorry that wine task was total c***. I’d rather watch paint dry. switching off.”
Prior to the new series launching, host Rob confessed he nearly wrecked the entire game by almost spilling a secret.
The high-stakes programme only functions if the contestants are genuinely able to participate without receiving any hints about the outside world during their journey.
Despite numerous production safeguards being implemented to guarantee this, Rob nearly sabotaged everything.
Viewers were not impressed by a challenge on Destination X(Image: BBC)
Speaking before the show’s debut, the star confessed that although he was “very careful”, he did encounter one close call.
He revealed: “I won’t say where we were, but we were on a hillside, that’s all I’ll say, and we were about to visit a lovely location, and I was looking forward to where we were going next.
“I was chatting to some of the crew and I said out loud, ‘I can’t wait to get to [the place]’ and then I realised that just over there was one of the players and I had a sinking feeling in my stomach.”
He continued: “Luckily they didn’t hear, and I can be sure of that because of what happened next which told me that they’d not heard. That was the only one but it was a constant fear.”
Destination X continues tomorrow night at 9pm on BBC One and is available to watch on iPlayer.
Destination X fans have been left fuming over the BBC show’s latest episode, as contestant Josh was given an ‘unfair advantage’ which puts fan favourite Nick at risk
22:25, 13 Aug 2025Updated 22:59, 13 Aug 2025
Destination X fans were left fuming once again at the end of tonight’s episode(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/TwoFour)
It was another tense night in Destination X tonight, as the BBC show aired its fifth episode of the series. Fans were left on a massive cliffhanger by host Rob Brydon, after the episode left them fuming.
The huge twist saw Josh was given the chance to sabotage someone and move their X 250km away from the point they chose. Josh opted to choose record breaking athlete Nick – who has shown his ability and strength throughout the course of the show.
Rob Brydon left viewers on a huge cliffhanger(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/TwoFour)
The good thing for fans is that they won’t have to wait too much longer to see who goes, with the next episode airing tomorrow night on BBC One.
Fans are now worried that Nick may be kicked out after being sabotaged, as they took to X, formerly known as Twitter to discuss.
“Well, josh is going to sabotage nick isn’t he? #destinationx,” guessed one before he had even chosen. Another, who thought the advantage was unfair, said: “Whoever gets their X moved should get to come back in the final and move a remaining player’s X”.
“Moving the X is so unfair. Nick will be gone,” a third wrote, as another agreed: “This is such an unfair power this isn’t Big Brother it should be a case where players can basically eliminate others.”
“#destinationX Moving someone’s marker is s**t. I’m going off this programme now,” said another, while one penned: “Josh sabotaging Nick… are we surprised…”
Fans were left on a major cliff hanger in tonight’s episode(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/TwoFour)
At the end of the episodes, whichever contestant guesses the furthest from the correct locale is kicked off the bus, and their journey comes to a sad end.
Therefore, with Nick’s X being moved so far away from the position he chose, will his journey come to an end?
It’s not the first episode that fans have had a complaint to make about the show. Last week, fans all took to X to complain that they were ‘getting annoyed’ with the show and the sheer lack of knowledge that the contestants seemed to possess. One viewer took to X to say: “Getting annoyed with #DestinationX – the lack of knowledge is appalling!”
Another said: “I assume it’s deliberate in this show that they picked contestants who know absolutely nothing about European languages or Geography, but it’s still very frustrating to watch.”
How will the cliff hanger unfold in tomorrow’s episode?
The Netflix thriller boasts a rare 95% Rotten Tomatoes score
16:51, 13 Aug 2025Updated 16:52, 13 Aug 2025
An “outstanding” series with rave reviews is available on Netflix. Dark first launched in 2017 and is somewhat of a hidden gem on the streaming service with those who’ve only just found it labelling it the best-written sci-fi show of all time.
The thriller was the first German Netflix original series to land on the platform and follows the disappearance of a missing child that sets four families on a frantic hunt for answers as they unearth a mind-bending mystery that spans three generations.
The twist ties back to the same town in 1986 with the missing children exposing the double lives and fractured relationships among the four families. The mystery family saga stars Louis Hofmann, Oliver Masucci, Jördis Triebel and many more.
Thrilling 2017 German sci-fi series Dark is proving a smash hit all over again for Netflix(Image: Netflix)
Dark has a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score and 8.7/10 on IMDb. Some reviewers have labelled the series a “masterpiece” thanks to its intricate puzzle filled storyline that includes a web of curious characters.
One critic wrote on IMDb: “Insanely good, every episode shocks you in ways you never thought was possible. The constant gripping revelations were so unexpected but tied the story so well together. Exceptional and convincing acting skills by the entire cast and tons of heartfelt scenes between different character dynamics.
Dark has been dubbed ‘a masterpiece’(Image: NETFLIX)
“This show is the perfect epitome of a well thought out show, meticulously crafted and executed so well and overall knows where it’s trying to advance it’s story. This show has revolutionized time travel storytelling and is definitely one of the most smartly and consistently written shows of our time.”
While another added: “Wish I could give this 11/10. This show is the best thing Netflix has done. It is an absolute masterpiece of story telling.”
And a Google Reviewer said: “Standing ovation to this highly creatively created time travel show ever made in the history of Cinema with brilliant and mind bending twisted SCREENPLAY throughout out all 3 seasons.
“Amazingly performed by all artist with brilliant Direction, story, production, cinematography, art direction, background music, make up, everything about this show is just brilliant.
Tonight, Channel 4 viewers sat down for the first instalment of gripping new thriller, In Flight but it seemed like they all had the same complaint as they took to X to discuss
Channel 4 viewers all have the same complaint about In Flight(Image: Channel 4)
Tonight, Channel 4 aired the first episode of highly anticipated thriller, In Flight. The six-part series follows the story of single mum and flight attendant Jo Conran whose life is turned upside down when her son is imprisoned for a murder in Bulgaria. However, he swears he didn’t commit it.
In a desperate attempt, to save her son, Jo takes a huge risk and begins to smuggle drugs over the boarder through her job – but how will things pan out?
Katherine Kelly stars in the lead role (Image: Channel 4)
Fans had no complaints about the series, just the lack of it. “Too many bloody ads,” said one disappointed viewer, while another penned: “More adverts than programme!”
Aside from the adverts, the series had good reviews, with excited fans ready to watch the new series. One penned: “I Can’t wait! I’m going to have to watch the rest of the series on 4 now!”
Those who can’t wait for the next episode next week can catch all episodes on the streamer now. Fans were left on a cliffhanger with Jo telling a concerned Dominic that she needed her help – and some can’t wait until next week to find out what happens next.
The series continues next week(Image: Channel 4)
We won’t give too much away for those who haven’t caught up, but for those wanting to know more, the official synopsis for the drama reads: “As Jo becomes ensnared in the murky underworld of corruption and hired killers, she is forced to carry out their orders while desperately trying to find a way out.
“She turns to her ex, Dom, for help. However, no matter how far Jo finds herself from her old life, her mission remains the same: to keep her son alive.
“Set against the fast-paced, high-pressure backdrop of international air travel, In Flight follows Jo’s relentless quest to protect her family while entangled in a dangerous criminal syndicate.”
The fictional crime drama, which stars Coronation Street‘s Katherine Kelly in the lead role, is set to air weekly, with fans not wanting to binge online having to wait until Tuesday for the next part of the series.
Joining Katherine Kelly in the series is Babylon’s Stuart Martin who plays the role of lead criminal gang member Cormac.
Jo’s ex, Dom Delaney also plays a key part in the role and is played by actor Ashley Thomas, who also goes by stage name Bashy. Fans may recognise the star for his role as Jermaine Newton in TopBoy.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch opened up about snitching on a fellow student, who was cheating on his exams, while at school in a BBC interview – and viewers have slammed the politician
21:19, 07 Aug 2025Updated 21:52, 07 Aug 2025
Kemi Badenoch admitted that she accused a boy of cheating in an exam while at school
BBC viewers have cringed their way through Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch‘s latest BBC interview after the politician made a candid admission about her school days. The 45-year-old sat down with BBC presenter Amol Rajan to speak about her life and career – however, there’s one particular anecdote of Badenoch’s that left fans baffled throughout the hour-long programme.
Speaking about how she despises rule-breaking, Badenoch admitted that when she was “about 14 or 15”, she stood up in an exam and accused a boy of cheating. “That boy ended up getting expelled,” she said.
Kemi Badenoch sat down with the BBC’s Amol Rajan for an interview(Image: PA)
BBC viewers quickly took to social media to slam Badenoch’s confession, with many labelling it her ‘field of wheat’ moment – referring to the interview in which Theresa May said in the run-up to the 2017 election that the naughtiest thing she ever did as a child was “run through the fields of wheat”.
“@KemiBadenoch I think I prefer @theresa_may, running through the fields of what,” one viewer wrote. While another said: “It’s a mystery why Kemi Badenoch isn’t popular with the electorate…”
A third viewer said: “Whoever is advising Kemi Badenoch hates her.” A fourth added: “Who is advising Kemi Badenoch. No way she is winning PM with the way she has been moving.”
Elsewhere in the interview, Badenoch revealed that she lost faith in God after Austrian man Josef Fritzl‘s horrific crimes came to light. Fritzl kept his daughter imprisoned underneath his home for 24 years. Badenoch said: “I couldn’t stop reading this story. And I read her account, how she prayed every day to be rescued.
“And I thought, I was praying for all sorts of stupid things and I was getting my prayers answered. I was praying to have good grades, my hair should grow longer, and I would pray for the bus to come on time so I wouldn’t miss something.”
She added: “It’s like, why were those prayers answered, and not this woman’s prayers? And it was like someone blew out a candle. I rejected God, not Christianity. So I would still define myself as a cultural Christian.”
The Jenna Ortega-fronted Netflix hit Wednesday returned with the first half of its hotly anticipated second series landing on the streaming platform on August 6, with the second half expected next month
Wednesday cast members (from L-R) Isaac Ordonez, Luis Guzmán, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jenna Ortega, Victor Dorobantu, Joanna Lumley and Fred Armisen at the Season 2, Part 1 premiere at Central Hall, Westminster on July 30, 2025 in London(Image: Tristan Fewings/Getty Images)
Many Netflix fans all have the same complaint after tuning into the second instalment of the hit horror comedy series, Wednesday, which focuses on the character’s exploits at a private boarding school. The first season arrived in November 2022 and was a critical and commercial success, with many praising lead star Jenna Ortega.
The first half of the new season premiered on August 6, with the second half expected to hit the streaming platform on September 3. The show has already been renewed for a third season, much to fans’ delight.
But not all fans are impressed with the show’s set-up and many think it’s inherently flawed due to Wednesday being placed at Nevermore Academy with magical and mythical students, each boasting unusual or fantastical powers.
Wednesday doesn’t have any obvious supernatural abilities at first and much of her charm – and the Addams’ family’s as a whole – is their dark, gothic and macabre nature which contrasts their deep love for one another, all set against the backdrop of “normal” people in a “normal” world.
With Wednesday removed from a standard school setting, she isn’t the odd one out anymore. Her dark nature, her constant melancholy, and Jenna Ortega’s trademark lack of blinking, blends in seamlessly with students at Nevermore who each have their own darkness to contend with.
When murders started happening in the first season, Wednesday was keen to get to the bottom of the mystery. She soon discovered she has psychic abilities, with the power to experience visions of the past, present and future.
Again, in a typical school setting, this would set her apart from her “normal” peers as the gothic girl with unnerving, unnatural powers. At Nevermore, she’s one among many.
The show’s second season looks to be expanding on Wednesday’s world, with more focus on other members of the Addams family clan. This is something many fans can’t quite agree on.
In a Reddit post linking to a review titled “‘Wednesday’ Season 2 Review: Jenna Ortega Gets Lost Amid Addams Family Mayhem in Overcrowded Netflix Return,” fans were keen to share their thoughts.
One person said: “I.e. this series is more of a regular The Addams Family series compared to Season One’s wholly Wednesday-focused affair.”
Another said: “I would imagine a show called Wednesday would be fully focused on said character…. Lol.”
A third shared: “The second season still focuses on Wednesday. Just less than season 1.”
Someone else added: “Which is a good thing. Wednesday is great, but the reason why the movies worked so well is because of the family dynamic. Just following one family member all season is a mistake, and it appears the showrunner agreed.”
And another Netflix fan commented: “There’s also something to be said about the fact that they put Wednesday into a school where everybody is creepy and weird to some degree, which suddenly makes her not all that unique.
“The juxtaposition of the Addamses against normal people who find them off putting is a huge part of what makes the formula work but they took all that away.”
Someone else added: “I mean all I really want is more Addams Family.”
Destination X was back on screens during its usual slot of 9pm on Wednesday night but several viewers all issued the same complaint as the BBC travel competition continued
Rob Brydon fronts the new BBC travel game show (Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/TwoFour)
Destination X was back on screens during its usual slot of 9pm on Wednesday night. The BBC One series follows a group of strangers hoping to to win £100,000 by correctly guessing where in the world they have been taken to, but viewers began to get ‘very frustrated’ as things unfolded.
The series, which is hosted by Rob Brydon, sees the hopefuls dealt with various clues as to where they might be, ranging from languages written down and other key hints. But as the competition heated up, viewers found themselves ‘getting annoyed’ by the sheer lack of knowledge that the contestants seemed to possess. One viewer took to X to say: “Getting annoyed with #DestinationX – the lack of knowledge is appalling!”
Another said: “I assume it’s deliberate in this show that they picked contestants who know absolutely nothing about European languages or Geography, but it’s still very frustrating to watch.” And a third joked: “We have some exceptionally clever people in this country. We win bucketloads of Nobel prizes, we invented nearly everything worthwhile, we have an elite of world class minds but most of our citizens are thick as pig s***.” It comes after Gary Lineker ‘signs a huge deal with ITV to host new show’ after BBC exit.
Ben was eliminated from Destination X(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/TwoFour)
As part of the mission that was played out in episode three, contestants had to sort items often associated with various countries into the correct box. Host Rob Brydon looked on in a tense race to the finish but in the end, Ashvin was saved and e-commerce manager James had to go.
Upon Ashvin’s victory, he said: “My goal was to get on that bus, and it’s gone. The goal was the Destination X bus,” as James became candid about the challenge that saw him ousted from the programme. He said: “I’m quite said to be going really, I feel a bit blindsided by Josh, Josh chose Daren because he viewed the rest of us as a threat , then I can’t say I wouldn’t have done the same.”
Marketing executive Saskia was incredibly moved by James’ sudden departure. Through tears, she said in a confessional: “This game is really hard. I know this is a game because it’s really hard when you’ve made emotional connections with people here, it’s really difficult. “I’m a little bit angry at Daren, I love having Daren here but I feel like it kind of could have been James.” As the journey drew to a close, the remaining contestants had just minutes to figure out where in the world they were.
Marketing executive Saskia was incredibly moved by James’ sudden departure and began to break down in tears (Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/TwoFour)
They all gathered in the map room, and the one who placed their X on the map furthest away from their actual location was warned they would be immediately out of the competition. There was mass confusion, to begin with, although most of them seemed to assume they were in Munich.
It was Ben who faced elimination after guessing that they were in Dortmund, and spoke of how he had taken the advice of Saskia, who in turn, voted for Munich after spotting a football ground. Prior to that, he had spotted a football team playing in black and yellow, which he believed could be Borussia Dortmund.
Saskia said: “That was bad. But I need to start playing this game properly if I want to make it to the final.” She added: “I don’t even know what to say about it,” as she hugged her former co-star and began to cry.
After stepping off the bus for the final time, indeed in Munich, Ben laughed and said: “Well, I’m not where I am that’s for sure! Wow! I’m in Munich. My gut was Munich. I saw Oktoberfest, but the clues got me. I got played a little bit. I put my trust in people.”
The Repair Shop fans have called for the show to be axed – following Jay Blades’ rape arrestCredit: BBC
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The 55-year-old has been charged with two counts of rapeCredit: BBC
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He was the show’s “foreman” from 2017 until 2014Credit: BBC
On Tuesday (August 5), the show returned to its usual 8pm slot, although Blades was not featured.
Writing online, fans have called for The Repair Shop to be axed after nearly a decade on air.
One penned: “Could never see the point of him being in the Repair Shop he never restored anything but worn a new leather apron the show is better without him now.”
Another added: “Surely you must take the Repair shop off now if the presenter is accused of physical rape.”
A third queried: “Will theBBCbe pulling repeats of The Repair Shop now?”
Police confirmed the allegations against the dad of three from Shropshire.
He fronted the hit BBC show for seven years before stepping back last year.
King Charles appeared alongside him on a special episode in 2022.
West Mercia Police confirmed charges against the dad of three, with a magistrates’ court date set for next Wednesday.
A spokesperson said: “Jason Blades, 55, of Claverley in Shropshire, has been charged with two counts of rape.
Axed TV host Jay Blades was weeks away from starring on new reality series before domestic violence arrest
“He is due to appear at Telford magistrates’ court on 13 August 2025.”
The TV star is currently awaiting trial on a separate charge of controlling and coercive behaviour against estranged wife Lisa-Marie Zbozen, which he has denied.
He was arrested in May 2024 – on the same day fitness instructor Lisa announced her decision to end their 18-month marriage.
In September, Blades was charged.
His actions allegedly caused Lisa “to fear, on at least two occasions, that violence will be used against her”.
The presenter pleaded not guilty to the charge — which relates to the period between January 1, 2023 and September 12, 2024 — at a court hearing last October.
