Think inside the box

From Pride and Prejudice to Sanditon: why TV adaptations are a hit

With the current buzz that Death on the Nile is enjoying across the pond, we got thinking about the seemingly guaranteed success of book-to-screen adaptations. It’s true, some things in life are just a winning combination. And the likes of Pride and Prejudice, Brideshead Revisited, and The Handmaid’s Tale have proven that TV adaptations are a firm favourite.

Steven
30 Jun 2022 • 7 min read

No time like the present(ers): a look back at some of British TV’s biggest national treasures

As viewers, it’s often easy to overlook those that present our favourite programmes. From the game show hosts that help keep law and order, as well keeping the score, to our reality TV presenters that are normally tasked with adding a little calm to the chaos of live television. They all play an integral part.

Julian • Flashback
21 Jun 2022 • 8 min read

Festival season on Freeview

The last couple of years have been largely forgettable for live music lovers to say the least. Gigs were cancelled left, right and centre - while festivals weren’t exactly top priority as we tried to navigate ourselves through the height of the pandemic. But there’s no doubt about it, they’re back with a bang this summer.

Steven
25 May 2022 • 7 min read

A nation of foodies: Britain's best cooking shows

There’s no doubt about it - as Brits, we’ve always been known for loving a good bit of telly. But after years of being infamous for a relative lack of interest in our cuisine, we’re slowly becoming a nation of foodies as well.

Julian • What to watch
10 May 2022 • 8 min read

Shock to the system: British TV's biggest OMG moments

If you needed any further proof that things don’t always go as scripted, then here’s our definitive breakdown on the biggest ‘OMG’ moments British telly has ever witnessed.

Alex • News
29 Apr 2022 • 8 min read

It’s all relative: Britain’s best on-screen families

From soaps, to reality TV, to cartoons, the family dynamic is something that always resonates with audiences.

Steven • Flashback
22 Apr 2022 • 7 min read