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The Latest Breaking News from Idris Elba

UPDATE: Bond favourite pulls out of 007 race as he says he’s ‘too old’ at 40

After years of speculation, the actor confirms he’s walking away from being a contender for the iconic franchise

Evening Standard

Idris Elba's President deals with DEFCON 1 and the threat of nuclear armageddon in new trailer for Netflix's A House of Dynamite

A House of Dynamite is streaming on Netflix from October 24

Total Film

New on Netflix in October 2025 — here's the 7 best new shows and movies to stream

Here are the new shows and movies you need to watch on Netflix in October 2025, including “The Woman in Cabin 10,” “Nobody Wants This” season 2, and more.

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“How I became a winefluencer and unexpected TV star in the male-dominated world of wine”

Helen McGinn credits her girlfriends’ frequent requests for wine tips with inspiring her pivot from wine buyer to acclaimed author, wine judge and TV presenter

Woman & Home

Dust to Dreams review – a baffling short film from director Idris Elba

The actor recruits Seal for a Lagos-set 19-minute misfire that inelegantly stuffs in far too much

The Guardian - US

Idris Elba doesn't 'have the courage' to enter politics

Actor Idris Elba has admitted he doesn't "have the courage" to enter politics after he was tipped as a possible contender to run for London Mayor.

BANG Premier

Idris Elba says he won’t go into politics after London mayor rumours

The TV and movie star's anti-knife crime advocacy led to him being considered as a candidate for London Mayor. Now, the actor has shut down the rumours...

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Angel Reese to Appear in Netflix Film With Star-Studded Cast

Angel Reese will appear in a new feature film which is scheduled to release on Netflix in October.

Sports Illustrated

A House of Dynamite review – Kathryn Bigelow’s nuclear endgame thriller is a terrifying, white-knuckle comeback

Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson and Tracy Letts star in this immaculately constructed nightmare procedural that ticks down the minutes from an atomic bomb’s launch to its detonation

The Guardian - UK

A House of Dynamite review – The most entertaining movie about mass destruction since Dr Strangelove

4/5 Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Jared Harris and Tracy Letts are among the many recognisable names adding gravitas to this punchy Netflix thriller

The Independent UK

Rudimental: 'living for the weekend? We still feel like that as adults'

Rudimental grew up as childhood friends in Hackney before booming to the top of the charts with their drum ’n’ bass bangers. If London needs a party right now, they’re back and ready to start it

Evening Standard

Idris Elba asked Guy Ritchie to direct Rudimental's London Burning music video

Actor Idris Elba asked Hollywood director Guy Ritchie if he could direct Rudimental's new music video, London Burning.

BANG Premier

New restaurant at Kensington Roof Gardens as it records £26m loss

Sirs Mick Jagger and David Beckham, Idris Elba and Bella Hadid among those to have celebrated special events recently at venue in west London

Evening Standard

James Gunn Addresses Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn Future, But I’m More Interested In The Other Character He Wants To Bring Back From The Suicide Squad

The Suicide Squad still slaps.

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Idris Elba's Diet Explained: The Actor Has a Sweet Twist on Fasting – Will It Work for You?

Idris Elba combines discipline with a sweet indulgence in a diet regimen that includes a bit of fasting.

TechRadar

BritBox TV shows just dropped on HBO Max – here are 5 British gems I recommend streaming first

Here are five of the best BritBox shows that you can stream right now on HBO Max.

Tom’s Guide

3 BritBox shows to watch on HBO Max

You can now from-across-the-pond gems like “Luther” and “The Office” on HBO Max as part of a limited-time programming “pop-up” with BritBox

Euronews

UK ninja sword ban begins as 1,000 bladed weapons surrendered in national amnesty

From 1 August, it is now illegal to own, sell or import ninja swords in England and Wales, with possession in public carrying up to four years in prison.

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Cinemablend

A Short History Of Marvel Using Huge Actors In Small, Random Roles For Unclear Reasons

They're still big. It's the MCU roles that got small.

Tom’s Guide

Netflix is losing 'Sonic 2' in just a few days — here's your last day to stream this fast-paced family action movie

Spirited sequel "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" is due to leave Netflix in just a couple of days — here's your last day to stream "Sonic 2" on Netflix.

The Independent UK

Venice Film Festival lineup features Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Emma Stone and Dwayne Johnson

Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Emma Stone, Dwayne Johnson, Adam Sandler and Idris Elba are just some of the celebrities headlining films at the Venice International Film Festival

The Independent UK

Adolescence writer names TV show that is the ‘finest piece of literature of past 30 years’

Netflix writer singled out HBO’s ‘The Wire’ as being the greatest of all time

Evening Standard

Notting Hill Carnival boss – ‘We can’t ignore impact of knife crime on our event’

The carnival has partnered with Idris Elba’s Elba Hope Foundation and its campaign Don’t Stop Your Future.

Evening Standard

King Charles meets with Idris Elba at summit to tackle knife crime at St James's Palace

Elba, 52, who launched the Don’t Stop Your Future campaign last year, joined the King to film scenes for a Netflix documentary

Evening Standard

The King, Keir Starmer and Idris Elba join forces in bid to tackle knife crime

Knife crime victims, youth workers and campaigners come together at St James’s Palace

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