Television and show biz
The beloved Manc sitcom ran for 25 episodes between 1998 and 2012.
It’s 25 years to the day since The Royle Family first appeared on our television screens, and it’s set to return with a unique special to mark the occasion.
The undeniably iconic BBC Manchester-a sitcom starring Ricky Tomlinson as family patriarch Jim Royle, Sue Johnston as his late wife Barbara Caroline Aherné and Ralf Little as their daughter and son Denise and Antony, and Craig Cash as Denise’s husband David, have been watched and loved by millions of people across the country.
Co-created by stars Aherne and Cash, the hilarious and heartwarming film series about a family obsessed with television aired for 25 episodes and specials between 1998 and 2012.
Critics praised The Royle family for its unique approach to storytelling, as it strayed from the traditional sitcom structure and continued to earn a place in viewers’ hearts and amass a loyal fan base through its relatable portrayal of family dynamics .
So it’s only fitting that we properly celebrate this show on its 25th anniversary, right?
Luckily, that’s exactly what UKTV plans to do, as the Gold channel is airing an updated and refreshed version of the original 2010 documentary from the critically acclaimed sitcom, The Royle family: at the back of the sofatonight to mark 25 years since the show first aired.
The updated version of The Royle family: at the back of the sofa gives fans another chance to see the original documentary interviews with the main cast – which include the only interview ever filmed of Craig and Caroline as a duo.
To celebrate the late Aherne, the updated documentary will also include the perspectives of an impressive group of celebrity fans.
Tonight is the evening! 25 years since the very first episode of #TheRoyleFamily broadcast, we’re celebrating by giving you another chance to watch our interviews with the main cast of 2010 plus some new insights from famous fans! pic.twitter.com/hoQ8T47d3v
– GOLD (@goldchannel) September 14, 2023
Actors and comedians Diane Morgan, Rosie Jones, Jamie and Natasia Demetriou, John Thomson, Rachel Fairburn, Shobna Gulati, Jack Rooke and Sharon Rooney are just some of the famous names who will pay tribute to Aherne’s legacy in the special documentary.
“The Royle family has undoubtedly left a permanent mark in television history and we are thrilled to have commissioned this 25th anniversary documentary,” said Jason Dawson, Gold’s senior editor for comedy and entertainment, before the documentary is broadcast.
“We hope viewers enjoy reliving this celebration of one of the country’s most beloved shows.”
Learn more:
You can look The Royle family: at the back of the sofa at 9 p.m. tonight on Gold.
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Television and show biz
Wheel of Fortune is looking for Mancs to take part in the new reboot series
Sergeant Émilie
Have you heard that the iconic 90s game show Wheel of Fortune is being rebooted with a very famous face in charge of hosting?
And now casting directors are calling on locals Greater Manchester To take part.
In case you missed it, ITV confirmed in June that The Wheel of Fortune will be back for eight one-hour episodes in 2024 – which includes two celebrity specials – with the beloved and veteran BAFTA winner TV host Graham Norton is set to lead the show’s revival.
You don’t know the show? Based on the hit global brand and modeled after the still-running US show of the same name, the original UK version of Wheel of Fortune was first broadcast in 1988 and subsequently ran for 14 series and 746 episodes before ending in 2001.
The premise of the show is essentially based around a giant carnival wheel that contestants must spin to win a life-changing cash prize.
And it looks like the new series won’t stray too far from the original either.
Just like last time, the broadcaster claims the rebooted show will be an “exciting game of skill and luck” as the spin of the wheel guarantees participants a cash value before they choose a letter to help them to solve the puzzle, where for each correct letter they reveal in the puzzle, they earn multiples of that amount.
This means that those who were avid viewers of the series during its original run, and are keen to try their luck beating the wheel this time around, will know exactly what they’re getting into and what they’re up against.
Plus, the reboot is filmed right here in Manchesterso hopeful applicants from our region will not have to travel far.
Does that tempt you then?
You only need to be over 18 and legally resident in the UK to apply. If you think you have what it takes, you can find out more and apply before the deadline of November 2, 2023 here.
Learn more:
Wheel of Fortune will air on ITV1 and ITVX in 2024, with dates to be confirmed soon, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled.
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Television and show biz
ITV secures exclusive UK Oscars broadcast and streaming rights
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ITV has officially acquired exclusive UK broadcast and streaming rights to the Oscars, it has been confirmed.
The Oscars have found a new British home.
After it was revealed that Sky had lost the rights to broadcast the annual film awards ceremony – which it had hosted since 2004, taking over from the BBC – ITV now takes the reins as exclusive partner of the 96th Oscars under a new multi-year agreement with Disney Entertainment.
Next year’s ceremony will be broadcast live from Ovation Hollywood’s Dolby Theater into living rooms across the UK via ITV1 and ITVX.
This means that, for the first time since 2003, movie fans on this side of the Atlantic will be able to witness the biggest event on the awards season calendar on TV free.
Sky lost the rights to broadcast the Oscars after the show’s ratings began to fall year on year, with reports saying only 35,000 people watched last year’s event, down from almost 60 000 the previous year.
But now it’s ITV’s turn to roll out the red carpet
“We are delighted to be able to bring the Oscars exclusively to film fans across the UK,” commented Darren Nartey, Senior Director of Acquisitions for ITV and ITVX, of the new broadcast deal.
“[This will] We’re going further and complementing our commitment to our network’s films, as we already have a fantastic collection of over 250 feature films available on ITVX at any time, and we can’t wait to share the cinematic event of the year with our viewers.
Bill Kramer, CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, said he “couldn’t be happier” to partner with ITV to bring the Oscars to British viewers, adding: “The Oscars are a celebration of world cinema and awards. films and cinema artists from around the world.
“ITV’s support of our international awards ceremony is testament to its deep dedication to cinema.”
This new multi-year deal will also see future Oscars made available across ITV platforms and programs including ITV1 and ITVX, ITVX social channels and news and magazine shows.
Learn more:
You can watch the 96th Academy Awards exclusively on ITV1 and ITVX in the UK on Sunday March 10, 2024.
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