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David Tennant was interviewed on two radio shows yesterday to promote his Channel 4 Drama Deadwater Fell.

First up was Lauren Laverne’s Breakfast Show On BBC Radio 6 Music. You can catch up via the BBC Sounds App worldwide here.

He then appeared on BBC’s Scotland’s The Afternoon Show which you can listen to via the BBC Sounds App worldwide here. 

Deadwater Fell sees David star as Tom Kendrick, the local GP, a trusted, admired and much-liked member of the community, a doting father to three little girls and a loving husband to Kate, played by Anna Madeley. Kate teaches at the local primary school working alongside her best friend, and closest confidante, Jess Milner, played by Cush Jumbo. Jess used to be a bit of an outsider, someone who could never really settle down. But when she met Steve 6 years ago, she quickly moved to Kirkdarroch and made a home with him. Steve, played by Matthew McNulty, was born and raised in Kirkdarroch. A Police Sergeant, he’s not had to deal with much crime in…

David Tennant is the narrator for a second series of the award winning wildlife series Spy in The Wild. The new four part series begins on BBC One at 9pm tonight. 

In the first episode of the new series the Spy Creatures investigate the extraordinary wildlife that thrives in the tropics and the events and gatherings that happen across the year.

For the first time, our Spy Creatures record how gorillas sing when they are enjoying their meals, and in a comical moment they experience the noisy after-effects of their vegetarian diet. In Brazil, Spy Jaguar Cub explores a beautiful gathering of water birds, capybara and caiman and joins Spy Caiman to film a feeding frenzy as its wild counterparts go fishing. In Costa Rica, Spy Turtle and Spy Vulture gain an insider’s view of the spectacular turtle arribada as thousands jostle for a place on the beach to lay their eggs. In Zambia, Spy Hippo takes us into the heart of a hippo pod, and is too close for comfort as it films a dramatic fight.

Spy Do…

The acclaimed comedy fantasy series Good Omens continues its run on terrestrial TV in the UK tonight as Episode Two premieres on BBC Two from 9pm.
David Tennant stars as fast-living demon Crowley opposite Michael Sheen as his angelic counterpart Aziraphale in the six-part series which was adapted from the beloved novel by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett. Good Omens was produced by Neil Gaiman and directed by Douglas Mackinnon and premiered in May 2019 on Amazon Prime. The series also stars Jon Hamm, Miranda Richardson, Adria Arjona, Jack Whitehall, Nina Sosanya, Michael McKean and Josie Lawrence.
Episode 2: The Book Aziraphale and Crowley are informed by their respective superiors that the Four Horsemen have been summoned, as part of the beginning of the end of the world. Having followed the wrong boy for years, they must now try to locate the whereabouts of the real Antichrist. The pair head back to Tadfield, to the old convent and site of the baby-swap, only to discover it no longer ex…

David Tennant is to guest on Lauren Laverne’s BBC Radio 6 Music show this morning from 7.30am.
In the pre-recorded interview David will be chatting about his new Channel 4 Drama, Deadwater Fell. David stars as Tom Kendrick, the local GP, a trusted, admired and much-liked member of the community, a doting father to three little girls and a loving husbandto Kate, played by Anna Madeley. Kate teaches at the local primary school working alongside her best friend, and closest confidante, Jess Milner, played by Cush Jumbo. Jess used to be a bit of an outsider, someone who could never really settle down. But when she met Steve 6 years ago, she quickly moved to Kirkdarroch and made a home with him. Steve, played by Matthew McNulty, was born and raised in Kirkdarroch. A Police Sergeant, he’s not had to deal with much crime in the sleepy village and their happy life together is only marred by their struggle to have a child of their own.  
The series continues on Friday 24th January at 9pm. 


You ca…

David Tennant is the narrator for a second series of the award winning wildlife series Spy in The Wild. The new four part series begins on BBC One at 9pm tomorrow and now you can check out a sneak peek at the series with a new trailer. 



In the first episode of the new series the Spy Creatures investigate the extraordinary wildlife that thrives in the tropics and the events and gatherings that happen across the year.

For the first time, our Spy Creatures record how gorillas sing when they are enjoying their meals, and in a comical moment they experience the noisy after-effects of their vegetarian diet. In Brazil, Spy Jaguar Cub explores a beautiful gathering of water birds, capybara and caiman and joins Spy Caiman to film a feeding frenzy as its wild counterparts go fishing. In Costa Rica, Spy Turtle and Spy Vulture gain an insider’s view of the spectacular turtle arribada as thousands jostle for a place on the beach to lay their eggs. In Zambia, Spy Hippo takes us into the heart of a hi…

The first look at David Tennant’s new drama Des is featured in a new ITV drama trailer. 
The three part series sees David play one of the UK's most notorious serial killers, Dennis Nilsen and is based on Killing For Company, the biography of Nilsen written by Brian Masters which includes conversations with the killer who would go by the name of 'Des'. Currently nearing the end of filming, the drama will hit screens in the UK later this year.

Told through the prism of three men – Dennis Nilsen played by David Tennant, Detective Chief Inspector Peter Jay played by Daniel Mays (Line of Duty, Temple) and biographer Brian Masters played by Jason Watkins (The Crown, The Lost Honour of Christopher Jefferies) – the series will explore the personal and professional consequences of coming into contact with a man like Nilsen.
Nilsen murdered boys and young men in his flat from 1978 to 1983. He was undetected for five years, and it was only when DCI Peter Jay was called to 23 Cranley Gar…

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A range of Good Omens t-shirts are now available to pre-order from Forbidden Planet in the UK, The officially licensed range will be released on 26th February.

There are four designs available:

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David Tennant will be a guest on The Last Leg next week alongside regular hosts Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker. Channel 4's live topical comedy show reviews the significant moments of the previous seven days and the most entertaining news stories of the week. 


The award-winning programme The Last Leg launched in 2012 to run alongside Channel 4's coverage of the London Paralympics. It returned as a series in its own right in 2013, but has still retained its focus on celebrating difference and disability humour - Hills and Brooker regularly poke fun at their own disabilities. It now has a reputation for fearlessly promoting social justice and aiming to deflate the egos of the rich and powerful. The viewing public are encouraged to join in by tweeting their questions to the show using the #isitok hashtag. 
Watch The Last Leg On Friday 24th January on Channel 4 from 10pm.

David Tennant has lent his vocal talents to a brand new short film called Heart To Heart.

After waking up from yet another heart surgery, Liddy (Fern Deacon) starts hearing a voice telling her that she risks dying a virgin, and that's unacceptable...it's her heart Lump (David Tennant) talking. He's planning to help her get with hot nurse Kim (Siena Kelly) and learn to live a little.

The film stars Fern Deacon, Siena Kelly, David Tennant, Felicity Montagu, Jo Martin and is written by IR Bell-Webb and directed by Lilah Vandenburgh. 

We will keep you updated on screenings etc. as they are announced. 

David Tennant was a guest onThe Zoe Ball Breakfast Show On BBC Radio 2 this morning.
He was in the studio to chat about his new drama Deadwater Fell and whilst there spoke briefly about the play he mentioned he was doing later this year, whilst he now says it is not 100% confirmed he did let slip that the secret project is “relevant to the times”.
You can listen to his whole interview over on the BBC Sounds app here and check out some photos of his visit below courtesy of Radio 2 and Zoe Ball.

Deadwater Fell continues in the UK on Channel 4 Tonight at 9pm. 

David stars as Tom Kendrick. The local GP, a trusted, admired and much-liked member of the community. A doting father to three little girls, a loving husband, his marriage to Kate, played by Anna Madeley, appears nothing short of perfect. Kate teaches at the local primary school working alongside her best friend, and closest confidante, Jess Milner.
Jess, played by Cush Jumbo, used to be a bit of an outsider, someone who could never really settle down. But when she met Steve 6 years ago, she quickly moved to Kirkdarroch and made a home with him. She helps him look after his two sons from his previous marriage with whom he shares custody with his ex. Steve, played by Matthew McNulty, was born and raised in Kirkdarroch. A Police Sergeant, he’s not had to deal with much crime in the sleepy village and their happy life together is only marred by their struggle to have a child of their own.    But in one night the illusions of h…

BBC First have confirmed that they will be screening David Tennant’s crime drama Deadwater Fell in Australia in 2020. No exact date of transmission has been revealed as yet, but it will join Call The Midwife, The Trial Of Christine Keeler, Silent Witness and Death In Paradise in the channel’s new line up of drama for the year ahead. 

Deadwater Fell sees a seemingly perfect and happy family murdered by someone they know and trust and the small Scottish community they call home become riven with mistrust and suspicion as those closest to the family begin to question everything they thought they knew about their friends... Deadwater Fell examines in unflinching detail the nature of female friendship and the harmful, entrenched gender stereotypes and conformity that can lead to the most devasting consequences. Laying bare the fragility of trust and the corrosive nature of lies, the series demonstrates that even the closest of friends all have their secrets.

The four part series is currently…

David Tennant will be guesting on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show On BBC Radio 2 this morning to promote his Channel 4 drama, Deadwater Fell.

The official site says:
Wake up to a star-studded breakfast with Zoe Ball, David Tennant will be joining her to chat about his new TV drama plus live music from Louise in the studio!

Along with Tina Daheley on news, Richie Anderson on travel and Mike Williams on sport, she and the team have the best start to your morning. With celeb guests, quizzes, headlines, tunes chosen by listeners, and more music that you can shake a glitterball at!

There's also a daily Pause For Thought and listeners on the line, as Zoe entertains the nation with fun for the family!

You can listen live from 6.30am GMT worldwide via the BBC site here.

Good Omens has been nominated for Best TV Comedy Drama in the 2019 British Comedy Awards.
David Tennant stars as fast-living demon Crowley opposite Michael Sheen as fussy angel Aziraphale in the six-part series which was adapted from the beloved book by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett. It was produced by Neil Gaiman and directed by Douglas Mackinnon. Set in 'a nostalgic present' Good Omens sees the Earth hurtling towards the Apocalypse, with the forces of Heaven and Hell massing for the final battle. However, an angel and a demon who have dwelt among humanity since The Beginning are determined that they won't give up their comfortable existance and form an alliance to stop the world ending. Their plan is to destroy the Antichrist...if only they han't mislaid him. The series also stars Jon Hamm, Miranda Richardson, Adria Arjona, Jack Whitehall, Nina Sonanya, Michael McKean and Josie Lawrence.
The awards are voted for by the public and voting is open now. You need to registe…

Acorn TV have bought the rights to stream David Tennant’s Drama Deadwater Fell in North America it was announced at the winter Television Critics Association tour.
The four part series will come to the service from April 2020. 

Acorn TV is a US subscription streaming service that offers world-class mysteries, dramas, comedies, and documentaries from the UK, Ireland and Australia and beyond, all commercial-free, as well as Acorn TV Originals. The service is currently available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, Apple TV (tvOS version), iPhone/iPad, Android mobile and tablets, Chromecast, and on laptops, desktops, and tablets via browser.  Visit www.acorn.tv for more information.
When a seemingly perfect and happy family is murdered by someone they know and trust, the small Scottish community they call home becomes riven with doubt and suspicion as those closest to the family begin to question everything they thought they knew about their friends.. Deadwater Fell is written and creat…

Deadwater Fell continues in the UK on Channel 4 tomorrow at 9pm. 
In tomorrow's episode the residents of Kirkdarroch come out in force for the funerals of the girls and Kate. Jess meets an old friend of Kate's and is deeply shocked by what she discovers. As the village grieves, Jess wrestles with her part in the tragedy. The investigation takes a new turn when a witness comes forward, and the police home in on their prime suspect. Intimate secrets come to light, with devastating results.
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Filmed entirely on location in Scotland, Deadwater Fell is set in the small fictional town of Kirkdarroch. When a seemingly perfect and happy family is murdered by someone they know and trust, the small Scottish community they call home becomes riven with mistrust and suspicion as those closest to the family begin to question everything they thought they knew about their friends...
Laying bare the fragility of trust and the corrosive nature of lies, the series demons…

The Quite Nice and Fairly Accurate Good Omens Script Book is published as a paperback in the UK today.

The book contains much that is new and revelatory and even several scenes that are not actually in the final television series. It also includes an introduction by Neil Gaiman about bringing Good Omens to the screen

Neil Gaiman's glorious reinvention of the iconic bestseller Good Omens is adapted from the internationally beloved novel by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman . The series is written and show-run by Neil himself and stars David Tennant, Michael Sheen, Jon Hamm and Miranda Richardson.

Before he died in 2015, Terry Pratchett asked Neil Gaiman to make a television series of the internationally beloved novel they wrote together about the end of the world.

And so, Neil began to write. And continued to write until he had six episodes that brought an angel, Aziraphale, and a demon, Crowley, (the only things standing between us and the inevitable Armageddon) to life for the screen.

C…

Good Omens begins its run on terrestrial TV in the UK tonight when Episode One premieres on BBC Two from 9pm.
David Tennant stars as fast-living demon Crowley opposite Michael Sheen as fussy angel Aziraphale in the six-part series which was adapted from the well-loved and internationally bestselling comic fantasy novel by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett. It was produced by Neil Gaiman and directed by Douglas Mackinnon. The series also stars Jon Hamm, Miranda Richardson, Adria Arjona, Jack Whitehall, Nina Sosanya, Michael McKean and Josie Lawrence.

Episode 1: In The Beginning Aziraphale and Crowley, representatives of Heaven and Hell respectively, are enjoying their cosy, comfortable lives on Earth but their comfortable existence of sushi restaurants and vintage Châteauneuf-du-Pape is disrupted when Crowley is summoned by two demons, Hastur and Ligur, and presented with a newborn baby, the son of Satan, the Antichrist.  Following the birth, Armageddon now has a date - the child’s 11th birt…

The second season of There She Goes will be coming to BritBox in the USA and Canada it was confirmed today at the Television Critics Association gathering in Pasadena.

There She Goes follows the day to day life of a severely learning disabled girl Rosie (Miley Locke), her dad Simon (David Tennant), mum Emily (Jessica Hynes) and brother Ben (Edan Hayhurst). The series is based on the real life experiences of writer Shaun Pye, whose daughter was born with an extremely rare and, to date, undiagnosed chromosomal disorder. 
Series one of There She Goes, which debuted on BBC Four, in 2018 chronicled the dual timeline of Rosie as a newborn and age nine. The new series, which will see the show move to BBC Two in the UK, is set around 18 months on and will focus on Rosie at the ages of three and 11.
Season One Of There She Goes is available to stream in the USA and Canada via BritBox now.  Subscribe or sign up for your free trial here.

Readers in the UK can still stream the whole first series via B…

A new interview with David Tennant is to be featured on the forthcoming Doctor Who limited-edition Blu-ray collection of season 14, containing all of Tom Baker’s most iconic moments as The Doctor. 

In 1976, Doctor Who took a dramatic new turn, electrifying audiences with changes in format, companion and appearance of the TARDIS. Season 14 saw the departure of the Doctor’s long-term companion Sarah Jane Smith, and the introduction of Leela. The season contains some of Tom Baker’s most iconic serials, with intrepid investigations in Victorian London, deadly robots in a murderous whodunit, a return to the Doctor’s homeworld, and one of the saddest goodbyes in Doctor Who history. 

Producer Phillip Hinchliffe led Doctor Who through a creative high, joined by Elisabeth Sladen as Sarah Jane Smith, Louise Jameson as the Doctor’s captivating new companion Leela and guest stars Tim Pigott-Smith, Stephen Thorne, Peter Pratt, Pamela Salem, David Collings, Christopher Benjamin and Trevor Baxter.

The …

David Tennant is amongst the nominees for the National Film Awards UK in 2020 as announced today by The National Film Academy. Over 2.9 million fans submitted their nominations across 26 categories for The Awards which celebrate the achievements of filmmakers, actors, actresses, casting directors, production companies and crew within the motion picture industry. The ceremony will take place on the 20th March 2020 in London and will be broadcast exclusively on Sky Showcase and syndicated in all major territories around the world.
David is nominated in the category Best Actor in a TV Series sponsored by Dechavel for his role as Crowley in the Amazon Prime series Good Omens. The other nominees in the category are: Cillian Murphy (Peaky Blinders)
Ashley Walters (TopBoy)
Tobias Menzies (The Crown)
Kane Robinson (TopBoy)
Mathew Horne (Gavin & Stacey)
Rory Kinnear (Years and Years)
Ricky Gervais ( After Life)
Martin Freeman (A Confession)
David Tennant (Good Omens)
For the full list of nomi…

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David Tennant’s new drama series, Deadwater Fell, launched on Friday on Channel 4 in the UK it averaged 2.6m viewers with a 14.6% audience share and outperformed the channel's 9pm slot average.

The press were impressed with the premiere episode of the thrilling series.
The Observer called it “utterly intriguing”, The Telegraph say it “may be the stand out drama of 2020”, The Guardian call the show “the new Broadchurch”, whilst The Independent says “Deadwater Fell is gruelling, but hard to take your eyes off” 

If you missed it you can stream it now on All 4 here. 

David stars as Tom Kendrick. The local GP, a trusted, admired and much-liked member of the community. A doting father to three little girls, a loving husband, his marriage to Kate, played by Anna Madeley, appears nothing short of perfect. Kate teaches at the local primary school working alongside her best friend, and closest confidante, Jess Milner.
Jess, played by Cush Jumbo, used to be a bit of an outsider, someone who could…