What can we expect from the Outnumbered and Gavin and Stacey Christmas specials?
This Christmas we are being treated to Christmas specials for two iconic noughties shows: Outnumbered and Gavin and Stacey. Find out what I reckon the characters have been up to since we last saw them
The best spy series and films
In honour of Black Doves, Netflix’s new spy thriller, being released soon, here are the best series and films that delve into the endlessly exciting world of espionage
Will weird Black women in film and TV ever be understood?
Will us weird Black girls ever have accurate representation in film and TV, or does whiteness have too much of a grip on us?
Disclaimer review: Emmy-bait in its purest form
With laughable dialogue and loathsome characters, Apple TV’s latest limited series Disclaimer, is ripe for hate-watching
Gods, superheroes, and the American election: How The Boys and Kaos reflect modern power struggles
By portraying heroes and gods as flawed figures, The Boys and Kaos paint a disturbingly familiar scene of great power rarely coming with the responsibility it demands
The death of the sitcom: Are we entering a new era of television?
The days of light-hearted episodes and endless seasons seem to be fading; today’s shows demand focus, replacing casual viewing with complex, serialised storytelling. Has the classic sitcom disappeared, or is it evolving?
In Vogue: The 90s review: Compulsory viewing for fashion fanatics
For those of us that weren’t alive to witness this transformative decade in pop culture, In Vogue: The 90s is the next best thing
The best TV shows set in Manchester
Whether you’re a returning student or new to Manchester, here are some of the best TV shows set in our buzzing city, all available for you to binge at your leisure
Adios tres amigos – farewell to Top Gear, a seminal yet controversial car show
Following the final episode of The Grand Tour, we examine how the television exploits of Clarkson, Hammond and May were both heartwarming and divisive
Lost turns 20: the groundbreaking show that redefined television history
Lost is celebrating its 20th anniversary and is finally getting the attention it deserves
What Heartbreak High gets right about autism
Netflix’s Heartbreak High breaks ground with authentic autistic representation in Quinni, but Season 2 disappoints by sidelining her character. So, what makes for good representation?
Taskmaster: Why it’s so good and where to begin
As a new series of Taskmaster begins, these are the best casts to watch if you’re looking for some dissertation distraction
The fourth season curse: Why do TV shows get worse after their fourth season?
From Downtown Abbey to Game of Thrones, the curse looms large in modern TV
Reality check: Does reality TV deserve more credit?
The cultural phenomenon of reality TV is surrounded by guilt and disdain, but does reality TV benefit more than it hinders us?
Drive to Survive season 6: Get strapped in for more F1 drama
The latest season of Drive to Survive is here, but how does it stack up against previous seasons after another spell of RedBull dominance in 2023?
Hello, Kate? The British public will see you now
Princess Kate Middleton’s absent from the public gaze has caused concern amongst the British public. Fear not however, for the Princess could be working, and appearing on the small screen very soon…
How does Netflix’s One Day compare to the original novel and feature film?
Following Netflix’s new series adaptation of One Day, we consider the ways in which it differs and sticks from David Nicholls’ original novel and 2011 feature film adaptation
“I want the truth, whatever it is”: The representation of student journalism in Riverdale
Riverdale, Netflix’s long-running TV show, offers a uniquely compelling depiction of student journalism
Watching One Day is especially hard-hitting as a final year student
Netflix’s new limited series One Day has taken the internet by storm, yet as a student approaching graduation its plot feels emotionally relevant beyond the final episode
What TV show and film you should watch next based on your star sign
If you’re wondering what to watch next on your study breaks, then look no further because the Mancunion has a carefully curated list of film and TV recommendations based on your star sign