Argylle comes to Apple TV+ in April

Argylle, described as an action-comedy romance (so I file under Espionage as well!) comes to Apple TV+ next Friday, April 12. Here’s everything you need to know, courtesy the Apple TV+ press release. Elly Conway, played by Bryce Dallas Howard, is the reclusive cat-loving author of a series of bestselling espionage novels about the impossibly glamorous secret agent Argylle (Henry Cavill), who’s on a mission … Continue reading Argylle comes to Apple TV+ in April

Tony JonesApril 7, 2024Leave a comment

Espionage, News, Science Fiction, TV

BAFTA nomination bonanza for Apple TV+

Apple TV+ proudly reports it has thirteen BAFTA nominations. As these are British awards, we should not be surprised at the shows garnering recognition, with Slow Horses leading the way. The nominations across four programs, comprise Slow Horses, Silo, Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas and The Enfield Poltergeist. Apple’s acclaimed, hit espionage drama lands top category nominations for Best Drama Series and Best Supporting Actor … Continue reading BAFTA nomination bonanza for Apple TV+

Tony JonesMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024Leave a comment

Comedy, Espionage, Film, News

Johnny English 4 to film this summer

It seems (thanks to a report by KFTV) Rowan Atkinson will return as Johnny English in the fourth film in the franchise, filming this summer in England and Malta. This despite implying Johnny English Strikes Again would see the end for his Bond-spoof character. I find the films entertaining, though I expect I might wait for this to arrive on the small screen. If it … Continue reading Johnny English 4 to film this summer

Tony JonesFebruary 13, 2024Leave a comment

Crime, Espionage, News, Science Fiction, TV

The Avengers is getting a reboot from StudioCanal

Classic ITV drama The Avengers is getting a reboot from StudioCanal (who currently own the rights). Deadline reports director Ben Taylor is a co-creator with Mickey Down and Konrad Kay. Taylor will also direct and EP. Growing up in the UK in the ’60s / ’70s, The Avengers was a show (we had two channels for quite a while!) everyone watched or knew of. It … Continue reading The Avengers is getting a reboot from StudioCanal

Tony JonesJanuary 20, 2024Leave a comment

Espionage, Review, TV

Slow Horses season 3 — first thoughts

After only two episodes, it’s fair to say Slow Horses season 3 is as strong as ever, with writer of season 1 (Will Smith) back on duty for this run of stories featuring Jackson Lamb (Gary Oldman) and his team of MI5 rejects based at Slough House (not in Slough). There are several nods back to the end of season 2, including demotion for Diana … Continue reading Slow Horses season 3 — first thoughts

Tony JonesDecember 3, 20233 Comments

Drama, Espionage, Historical, Review, TV

The Americans season 1 — first thoughts

It may be a consequence of just having watched Slow Horses season 2 (Apple TV+), but flicking around Disney+ I noticed the show Americans. I’d probably noticed it before, but this time spotted something about KGB agents. I had a quick look, and it ran for 6 (not extensive) seasons. I gave it a whirl, and am very pleased (only watched the first few — … Continue reading The Americans season 1 — first thoughts

Tony JonesNovember 20, 20231 Comment

Drama, Espionage, Review, TV

Slow Horses season 2 — some thoughts

I find myself in the position of enjoying Slow Horses season 2, looking forward to season 3 yet being disappointed with it at the same time. I suspect this is partly as season 1 was so good, season 2 struggled to match. Others don’t agree — Rotten Tomatoes prefers season 2, so what does my opinion matter?! What disappointed me with Slow Horses season 2 … Continue reading Slow Horses season 2 — some thoughts

Tony JonesNovember 18, 2023November 19, 20232 Comments

Drama, Espionage, Review, TV

Slow Horses season 1 — some thoughts

With season 3 of Slow Horses fast approaching, I thought I’d have a watch of the first few episodes in a forlorn attempt to get to grips with yet another recommended show. Lucky for me, Slow Horses is both incredibly watchable and the Apple TV+ series are only 6×60 minute episodes. The series adapts Mick Herron’s novels in the Slough House series, and I’ve already … Continue reading Slow Horses season 1 — some thoughts

Tony JonesNovember 15, 2023November 19, 20232 Comments

Drama, Espionage, News, TV

Slow Horses — season 3 trailer and season 4 cast

Apple TV+ has released the trailer for Slow Horses season 3, coming later this month (November 29). Here’s the trailer: Slow Horses season 4 I’ve not previously covered season 4 news, but for future reference, seasons 3 & 4 were greenlit before season 2 aired. Deadline has previously reported on casting — with Gary Oldman being joined by Hugo Weaving, Joanna Scanlan and Ruth Bradley. … Continue reading Slow Horses — season 3 trailer and season 4 cast

Tony JonesNovember 9, 2023November 19, 20231 Comment

Articles, Drama, Espionage, Historical, Horror, Romance, Science Fiction, TV

Six (more) shows to watch on Apple TV+

I’ve just done a piece for Cultbox suggesting six shows to watch on Apple TV+. It’s the follow up to a previous piece on six shows to try if you’ve a free trial for Apple TV+ (eg you just bought a new iPad). The shows in question are The Buccaneers, The Enfield Poltergeist, Hijack, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Severance and Slow Horses. If nothing else, … Continue reading Six (more) shows to watch on Apple TV+

Tony JonesNovember 6, 2023November 19, 20231 Comment

Drama, Espionage, News, TV

Slow Horses — first look at season 3

Apple TV+ has released some first look pictures from season 3 of the Gary Oldman MI5 series Slow Horses. Due on December 1, season 3 adapts Real Tigers the third novel in the Mick Herron spy series Slough House. Episodes will release weekly until December 29 (six in total, two released on December 1). Oldman stars as Jackson Lamb, the brilliant but misanthropic leader of … Continue reading Slow Horses — first look at season 3

Tony JonesSeptember 28, 2023November 19, 20232 Comments

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Heart of Stone debuts well

The latest Gal Gadot film, Heart of Stone, had an impressive debut on Netflix. As reported (Top 10 Week of Aug. 7: ‘Heart of Stone’ and ‘Painkiller’ Debut at #1 on the English Film and Series Lists) it had just over 33 million views. By comparison, recent #1 titles tended to have around 20 million. I’m keen to see how this moves forward as the … Continue reading Heart of Stone debuts well

Tony JonesAugust 16, 2023November 19, 2023Leave a comment