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Jane Austen memes have ‘become a cult of their own’ – study

Pride and Prejudice author composed books that effectively contained memes centuries before the concept existed

Wales Online · Jan 26, 2023

Horrified wife of Stonehouse drama MP says show a 'vicious attack' on her family

ITV last week aired a three-part drama about John Stonehouse MP, who attempted and failed to fake his own death following a mental breakdown

Daily Mirror · Jan 7, 2023

John Stonehouse paved the way for today’s sleazy members – only he didn’t get away with it

His rackety life and faked death, as portrayed in a new ITV drama, seems almost quaint compared with the brazenness of MPs today

The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2023

TV tonight: Matthew Macfadyen and Keeley Hawes in MP scandal drama

Macfadyen plays Labour politician John Stonehouse who attempted to fake his own death. Plus: Frozen Planet II: World of Wonder. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK · Jan 2, 2023

ITV dramatises life of John Stonehouse MP who faked his death in 1974

Series with Matthew Macfadyen as Labour member who disappeared in sea off Miami and was later jailed is part of revival of interest in bizarre story

The Guardian - UK · Dec 16, 2022

All the ITV dramas coming this winter from Nolly, to Without Sin and You & Me

Welsh actor Ioan Gruffudd, Helena Bonham Carter, and Vicky McClure will star in brand new ITV dramas in the new year

Wales Online · Dec 16, 2022

From The Archers to I’m Alan Partridge: your favourite BBC shows ever

For the BBC centenary, we asked you to name the shows you have loved the most. From the rural radio classic to an ‘absolutely perfect’ comedy and more, here are your top picks

The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2022

BBC Crossfire Keeley Hawes' age, famous husband and huge drama roles

Keeley Hawes takes the lead role of Jo Cross in BBC's new drama Crossfire - but where have you seen her before?

Wales Online · Sep 21, 2022

Succession’s Matthew Macfadyen: His famous wife, Welsh neighbour and children

Matthew won an award for Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the 2022 Emmy Awards

Wales Online · Sep 14, 2022

Jesse Armstrong declares ‘a big week for successions’ following top Emmy win

The writer suggested their might have been ‘a bit more voting involved’ in the show’s win than the ascension of the new King.

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2022