The Latest Breaking News from David Earl

Ricky Gervais hits out at ‘offended’ Alley Cats viewers as critics pan Netflix show

‘After Life’ star has returned to Netflix with latest sitcom

The Independent UK · Aug 7

Alley Cats on Netflix review – Does Ricky Gervais actually think this is good?

1/5 Swear-laden cartoon series sees the former ‘Office’ co-creator indulge all his worst instincts

The Independent UK · Aug 7

TV tonight: the true horror of the Salisbury Poisonings laid bare

Gripping first-hand testimonies walk through the events of the 2018 poisoning. Plus: a campfire showdown in Survivor Australia. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK · Aug 4

Barber becomes fourth man from pro-Islamic State WhatsApp group to be jailed

Mohammed Hamad, 30, was sentenced to four years for disseminating terrorist publications.

Evening Standard · May 23, 2025

Barber jailed for four years for sharing Islamic State videos

Mohammed Hamad, 30, was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court.

Evening Standard · May 23, 2025

‘Changed podcast culture forever’: the greatest shows you’ve ever listened to

To celebrate 20 years of podcasts, Guardian readers tell us about their favourites – from revolutionary true crime to deliciously sweary analysis of Top of the Pops

The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2023

TV tonight: a disturbing drama about the rise of rape culture in schools

Natalie doesn’t remember having sex with Archie in this essential one-off film. Plus, Shamima Begum tells her story. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK · Feb 7, 2023

Brian and Charles to Top Gun: Maverick – the seven best films to watch on TV this week

David Earl’s bromance with a robot makes for near-perfect cinema. Plus: Tom Cruise’s giddy, visceral sequel to the 80s classic comes to your living room

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2023

Brian and Charles review – a very British robot story

David Earl and Chris Hayward’s moving buddy comedy about a man who builds a companion in his shed has charm to spare

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2022

Brian and Charles review – robot comedy is bromance of the year

David Earl and Chris Haywood’s story of an inventor’s relationship with his creation blends Caractacus Potts with Victor Frankenstein to heartwarming effect

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2022