The Case for Spoilers: Enhancing Your Viewing Pleasure
A Guardian editor argues that knowing plot twists in advance, from 'Cruel Intentions' to 'Top Boy', can deepen enjoyment. Discover why spoilers aren't always the enemy.
A Guardian editor argues that knowing plot twists in advance, from 'Cruel Intentions' to 'Top Boy', can deepen enjoyment. Discover why spoilers aren't always the enemy.
The death of Brigitte Bardot at 91 forces a reckoning with her legacy: a 1950s sex symbol and animal rights activist who was also convicted five times for inciting racial hatred.
Dennis Kelly's brilliant six-part BBC drama, adapted from Andy West's memoir, explores vulnerability and redemption through prison philosophy classes. Watch now on iPlayer.
Mack discovers Charity Dingle's devastating secret about her baby's paternity, leading to a dangerous car chase and a catastrophic crash in the Emmerdale and Coronation Street crossover. Will her lies result in tragedy?
Dancing on Ice professional Vanessa Bauer is engaged to former Reading FC player James Rowe after a romantic proposal on a frozen lake in Canada. Get all the details on their dream winter getaway and wedding plans.
Lord of the Rings star Miranda Otto discusses her new animated role, the enduring impact of Eowyn, and reveals the secrets behind that infamous stew scene. An exclusive interview.
The BBC has released 'Waiting for the Out', a new prison drama based on a memoir. All six episodes are on iPlayer now. Critics hail it as a potential best show of 2026.
Martin Scorsese's brutal boxing biopic Raging Bull, starring Robert De Niro, is now available on Netflix. Discover one of the greatest films ever made.
Your essential guide to the biggest films of 2026, featuring Christopher Nolan's $250m epic 'The Odyssey', the return of Tommy Shelby, and hotly anticipated sequels. Discover the release dates and stars.
It's been 17 years since Torchwood: Children of Earth aired, a story so dark it left fans traumatised. We explore why this Doctor Who spin-off remains the most disturbing.
From Christopher Nolan's epic 'Odyssey' to the 'Wuthering Heights' S&M scene, we preview the major cultural events set to dominate 2026 in film, TV, music and gaming.
Martin Freeman stars as Superintendent Battle in Netflix's Agatha Christie adaptation, Seven Dials. The Sherlock actor discusses his new leading role. Stream from January 15, 2026.
Navigate your week with our essential guide to UK culture. From a new Picasso exhibition at Tate Modern to a revelatory Bowie documentary and must-see gigs, discover what's on in cinemas, galleries, and streaming.
Financial analyst Karyshma, 27, met radiographer Arun, 36, for a Guardian Blind Date at Parrillan in London. Despite a lost contact lens, they rated the evening highly and exchanged numbers. Read their full review.
Claudia Winkleman is back with a twisty new series of The Traitors, while indie band Dry Cleaning release their expansive new album. Discover the week's must-see TV, film, books, and music.
A powerful new film dramatising the final hours of five-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza, backed by Brad Pitt, opens in UK cinemas this month. Experience the story that shocked the world.
Stars of the epic 'Corriedale' crossover reveal their awe at working with soap legends. Get the latest spoilers and how to vote on a scene for the explosive episode.
Daisy Ridley stars in a contemplative zombie film, We Bury the Dead, focusing on grief over gore. A solid twist on the undead genre, out now in the UK. Read our review.
In a shocking Coronation Street twist, Billy Mayhew uncovers the brutal truth about Theo's abuse of Todd Grimshaw. Can he make Todd see he's a victim? Full spoilers inside.
Laurel Thomas's romance with Ray Walters implodes in Emmerdale as she learns he's a killer and trafficker. All the shocking details from the January 2nd episode.
Charity Dingle's secret pregnancy is finally exposed to husband Mack in a dramatic Emmerdale betrayal. Will their marriage survive the fallout? Read the full spoilers.
Actor David Thewlis shared a fully pixelated New Year's Eve photo, sparking fan debate on privacy and drawing eerie parallels to 'Black Mirror'. Discover his unique take on social media.
Tom Hiddleston returns as Jonathan Pine in The Night Manager season 2 on BBC One. The gripping spy thriller drew 3.3 million viewers, with fans declaring it 'worth the decade wait'. Catch up now on iPlayer.
George and Amal Clooney's move to France was driven by more than US politics. We reveal the key factors: a vineyard venture, strict privacy laws, and a US entry ban threat.
Lionsgate executives confirm major AAA video game adaptations of John Wick and Saw are in development and will be announced soon. Get the latest details.
Irish actor Paul Mescal reveals plans for an extended hiatus from film, aiming to return only for his role as Paul McCartney in the 2028 Beatles biopic. Get the full story.
The acclaimed stop-motion film Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, which left viewers 'bawling their eyes out', is now streaming for free on BBC iPlayer. Discover this unforgettable story.
Carl Webster's true nature is exposed in explosive Coronation Street scenes, leaving Abi reeling. Discover the full saga of betrayal, lies, and a family torn apart.
Stephen Graham and Steven Knight discuss the explosive second season of 'A Thousand Blows', their record-breaking year, and the upcoming Peaky Blinders film. Dive into the world of Victorian boxing and crime.
Metro readers reveal their favourite TV spy thrillers, from Prime Video's 'The Assassin' to Apple's 'Slow Horses'. Discover the top-rated shows to binge-watch now.