All Broadcast Magazine articles – Page 11
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The Broadcast InterviewAbi Morgan: New York state of mind
The Split writer on how her fascination with the Big Apple and classic US TV informs her new Netflix series Eric, and bringing back The Split
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FeaturesNo joke: comedy in crisis
Top producers and broadcasters come together to discuss the current state of the genre and what can be done to ensure the laughs keep on coming
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CommentWhy our comedy roundtable was a serious business
Re-establishing the genre’s place in the mainstream was a key topic of discussion at our decent debate sponsored by Pinewood TV Studios
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FeaturesAnalysis: why no one knows how to talk about Israel and Gaza
The industry has tied itself in knots trying to discuss the war in the Middle East. Broadcast spoke to 17 individuals about their experiences
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RatingsLiving room still king for viewing
Research shows audiences continue to prefer to watch TV together in the warmest room in the house
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RatingsGenre overview tables (February 2024 - 28-day consolidated)
Including top 10 drama, comedy and factual programmes
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RatingsTrue Detective achieves best yet
Fourth series of Sky police drama is highest rating of all, while Netflix viewers fall for the charms of One Day
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RatingsC5 sees off C4 in Valentine’s Day battle
Too Good To Be True proves too strong for Alice & Jack as channels go head to head on 14 February
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RatingsIssue-led dramas follow different paths
Breathtaking is ITV1’s best stripped drama in some time – aside from Mr Bates – but BBC1’s The Way lags behind recent offferings
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FeaturesNeurodiversity: breaking down the barriers to inclusion
Industry figures discuss the challenges faced by neurodivergent people in the sector – and what can be done to help them succeed
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RatingsComa edges past C5’s Love Rat
Jason Watkins drama is just ahead of slot predecessor, while cracks appear in C4’s pottery show
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The Broadcast InterviewReece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton: Closing the door on No. 9
Creators and stars of the black comedy anthology series on pulling down the shutters after nine series and wrestling with the best kind of send-off
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CommentNeil Thompson: GMB’s commitment to live TV is key to success
A decade of being topical and ‘in the moment’ has transformed our breakfast news bulletin into a global brand, says the Good Morning Britain editor
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FeaturesEnd Credits: Sam Beddoe
The It’s All Made Up Productions co-founder on Nashville, balloon arches and Ryan Reynolds
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CommentFatima Salaria: When TV gets representation right, it can be inspirational
Programmes like This Town and Defiance show the power of great storytelling to challenge, provoke and inspire
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FeaturesIndie Summit 2024: Charlotte Moore on getting the BBC fit for the future
Content chief reveals why she is laser focused on iPlayer, explains the need to make cuts and promises to do more to support struggling indies
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FeaturesBroadcast Intelligence: UKTV looks to evolve with call for ‘exciting, original’ shows
Helen Perry, Mark Iddon and Emile Nawagamuwa reveal plans to freshen up content offering on Dave, Alibi and W
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FeaturesIndie Summit 2024: Harnessing the power of AI
Panel of experts discuss the latest innovations in the technology, and whether they pose a threat or an opportunity for the industry
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Behind The ScenesCrime meets horror in Alibi’s The Red King
Director & exec producer of the Quay Street’s six-parter on embracing the constraints of a small budget and creating their own religious cult
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CommentHumble winners are a cause for optimism in tough times
The 1% Club and Baby Reindeer couldn’t be more different – but these relatively modest British shows are both smashing it