BAFTA TV COVERAGE

Lynette Porter Releases New Benedict Cumberbatch Biography

In early June a detailed performance biography of Benedict Cumberbatch comes out to the delight of his millions of fans around the world - and it's already top of the Sherlock Holmes bestseller lists.... (more...)

VIDEO: First Look - Ricky Gervais Revives 'OFFICE' Character in New Web Series

Ricky Gervais will be bringing back his character David Brent from the UK version of THE OFFICE for an all-new web series, consisting of a series of guitar tutorials. The series, to be titled 'Learn G... (more...)

HBO Revives James Gandolfini's CRIMINAL JUSTICE as Limited Series

After passing on the series just two months ago, the premium cable network has reversed their original decision, and has ordered JUSTICE as a limited series of seven episodes, according to The Hollywo... (more...)

BWW Interviews: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE's Cat Deeley

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE host Cat Deeley spent time with reporters last week to talk about what's on tap for the exciting 10th Season of the FOX dance competition! (more...)

Lena Dunham's GIRLS Among Winners of 2013 Arqiva British Academy Television Awards

Olivia Colman was honoured with two awards at this evening's Arqiva British Academy Television Awards for Supporting Actress for her role as Sue in Accused (Mo's Story) and for Female Performance in a... (more...)

50 Years of DOCTOR WHO to Be Celebrated at Arqiva British Academy Television Awards

BBC's Doctor Who will be celebrated at Sunday's Arqiva British Academy Television Awards, in recognition of the programme's 50th anniversary this year. (more...)

Ovation to Air A YOUNG DOCTOR'S NOTEBOOK, Starring Jon Hamm, Daniel Radcliffe

Ovation, America's only arts network, has further grown its slate of arts-centric programming by completing a deal with BBC Worldwide for the highly sought after UK hit from Big Talk Productions, A Yo... (more...)

Piers Morgan Partners with STARZ for New Series FLEET STREET

Starz and Lionsgate announced today that they will again join forces to develop a new original drama series, 'Fleet Street.' Set in 1970's England, the provocative new series will chronicle the rise o... (more...)

GAME OF THRONES' Richard Madden to Play 'The Prince' in Kenneth Branagh's CINDERELLA

GAME OF THRONES' Richard Madden has officially signed on for Sir Kenneth Branagh's live-action interpretation of the beloved classic tale CINDERELLA, it was announced today. (more...)

Michael Palin to Receive Academy Fellowship at British Academy Television Awards

Michael Palin will receive BAFTA's highest honour, the BAFTA Fellowship, at this year's Arqiva British Academy Television Awards. (more...)

Blanchett, James Set for Disney's CINDERELLA; Branagh to Direct

Actress Lily James (Downton Abbey) has been cast as Cinderella in Disney's upcoming live-action interpretation of the beloved classic tale. The film is being directed by Sir Kenneth Branagh and stars ... (more...)

Spike TV Announces Slate of Scripted Programming

Spike TV is back in the scripted business in a big way. As the network continues to target a broader general audience, Spike unveils an ambitious scripted development slate featuring five high-profile... (more...)

Clare Balding to Receive 2013 BAFTA Special Award, May 12

BAFTA has today announced that Clare Balding, television presenter and journalist, will be presented with the Special Award at this year's Arqiva British Academy Television Awards on Sunday 12 May at ... (more...)

London 2012 Wins Big at BAFTA Television Craft Awards; Winners Announced!

BAFTA has announced the winners of the British Academy Television Craft Awards, hosted by Stephen Mangan at The Brewery, in the City of London. Presenters included Russell Tovey, Dawn O'Porter, Anne R... (more...)

Ben Affleck to Receive Honorary Doctorate from Brown University

Brown University will confer six honorary doctorates during its 245th Commencement Sunday, May 26, 2013. According to the school's web site, actor and director Ben Affleck will be among the honorees. (more...)

Hynes, Saunders Among Jury to Select BAFTA Emerging Comedy Screenwriters

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) and Rocliffe today announced the confirmed jury members who will decide which emerging comedy screenwriters will showcase their work in front of... (more...)

DIRECTV Orders Neil LaBute's FULL CIRCLE

DIRECTV announced today that it has ordered ten episodes of the original drama, "Full Circle", from award-winning screenwriter Neil LaBute (The Shape of Things, In the Company of Men), in his televisi... (more...)

DIRECTV Announces New Original Series FULL CIRCLE from Neil LaBute

DIRECTV announced today that it has ordered ten episodes of the original drama, FULL CIRCLE from award-winning screenwriter Neil LaBute (The Shape of Things, In the Company of Men), in his television ... (more...)

Recording Academy Honors Jennifer Hudson at Grammys On the Hill Awards Tonight

The Recording Academy — the organization internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards— will present its 2013 GRAMMYs on the HillAwards in Washington, D.C., tonight, April 17 at the Hamilton. (more...)

Jamie Foxx to Receive 'Generation Award' at 2013 MTV MOVIE AWARDS

MTV today announced that Academy Award-winning actor and Grammy winning artist Jamie Foxx will receive the coveted "Generation Award" at the "2013 MTV Movie Awards," LIVE on Sunday, April 14 at 9:00 p... (more...)

'The Girl' Tops Nominees of 2013 Arqiva British Academy Television Awards

The nominations have been announced for the Arqiva British Academy Television Awards, which will take place on Sunday 12 May at London's Royal Festival Hall, hosted by Graham Norton. (more...)

Meryl Streep Reacts to Passing of Margaret Thatcher

As BWW reported earlier today, former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher has died at age 87 following a stroke. In a statement released today, actress Meryl Streep commented on the passing of th... (more...)

'The Iron Lady' Margaret Thatcher Dies at 87

Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, the first woman to become British prime minister, has died at the age of 87, her spokeswoman said Monday. (more...)

BURN NOTICE Among USA's New and Returning Programming Line-Up

Continuing its streak of dominating the summer TV landscape, USA Network announced today a powerful line-up of new originals and fan favorite returning series. (more...)

GAME OF THRONES Among BAFTA Radio Times Audience Award Nominees

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) today announced the shortlist of nominated programmes for this year's Radio Times Audience Award, the only award voted for by the British publi... (more...)