All BBC articles – Page 336
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NewsNext steps for BBC Studios
A clearer picture of the plan for BBC Studios has emerged after the Trust published its assessment of the corporation’s proposals before Christmas.
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NewsCohen to fund BBCW superdramas
Danny Cohen’s Access Entertainment will fund a slew of super-high end British dramas after striking a partnership deal with BBC Worldwide and Lookout Point.
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NewsYouTubers head to CBBC for car makeover format
CBBC has ordered a car transformation series fronted by two YouTube stars from Endemol Shine North following a successful pilot.
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NewsHall: BBC must reinvent broadcasting
The BBC is to overhaul iPlayer in a bid to “reinvent public broadcasting for a new generation” as it enters its new charter period.
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NewsDavid Clementi set to chair the BBC
The architect of the BBC’s new unitary board Sir David Clementi has been confirmed as the government’s preferred candidate to become the corporation’s chair from April.
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NewsHungry Bear lands Mrs Brown’s spin-off
Brendan O’Carroll’s indie BocPix has teamed up with Hungry Bear Media on a Mrs Brown’s Boys spin-off for Saturday nights on BBC1.
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VideoApple Tree Yard, BBC1
Kudos production of Amanda Coe’s adaptation of the best-selling thriller novel.
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NewsBBC3 explores Trump assassination attempt
The failed assassination of Donald Trump is to be the subject of a BBC3 documentary, released on the day of the incoming president’s inauguration.
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RatingsSherlock sinks to low
WEEKEND: Sherlock fell by 2m to its lowest ever performance against stiff competition from Endeavour – as Dance Dance Dance got underway with 4m viewers.
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RatingsLet It Shine & The Voice UK share the honours
SATURDAY: Let It Shine and The Voice both made solid starts in the entertainment battle as BBC1’s drama gamble with Taboo paid off.
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NewsBBC Worldwide takes first VR steps
BBC Worldwide has taken its first steps into virtual reality – partnering with Oculus to launch three VR experiences that immerse users in the world of a caracal cat, oogpister beetle and black bear.
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VideoBowie: The Last Five Years, BBC2
BBC Music doc featuring unseen and rare archive footage of the legendary musician.
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NewsRevolting star defends Real Housewives of ISIS sketch
The creator of BBC2 comedy Revolting has defended an ISIS-themed sketch parody of the Real Housewives franchise after the Hat Trick-produced show received a number of complaints online.
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VideoHospital, BBC2
Label1 documentary shines a spotlight on the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
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NewsBBC3 asks What Would Beyoncé Do?!
Comedian Luisa Omielan is bringing her stand-up special What Would Beyoncé Do?! to BBC3.
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NewsLet It Shine to set standard for BBCS
The executive producer of BBC Studios’ entertainment format Let It Shine has acknowledged there is a “lot riding on it” becoming a success as the division prepares to commercialise.
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RatingsMichael McIntyre dominates Christmas Eve
Michael McIntyre’s Big Show smashed its first series’ average, while We’re Going On A Bear Hunt performed well on C4 and The Witness For The Prosecution struggled to match previous Agatha Christie adaptations.
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RatingsSherlock tops festive ratings
Sherlock was the most-watched show of the festive period, barring BBC1’s fireworks coverage, while Sky 1 cooked up success with Dawn French drama Delicious.