Only 4 films get 5 stars from critic who watched 400
A UK film reviewer watched 400 movies in 2025 and gave just four a perfect five-star rating. Discover his elite picks, from a new Paul Thomas Anderson thriller to a classic Oscar winner.
A UK film reviewer watched 400 movies in 2025 and gave just four a perfect five-star rating. Discover his elite picks, from a new Paul Thomas Anderson thriller to a classic Oscar winner.
Nicole Kidman attended a Sydney Christmas party with her daughters, showcasing elegance amid reports ex-husband Keith Urban is struggling with their split. Discover the details.
Broadway star Billy Porter gives an update on his recovery from a serious sepsis infection, which forced him to leave the Cabaret production. Read his full story.
Coronation Street fans discover the shocking reason David Platt calls his mother by her first name. Jack P. Shepherd reveals the truth behind the long-running soap mystery.
Veteran journalist Richard Gaisford presents his final Good Morning Britain segment, receiving emotional tributes from co-hosts and fans after a 26-year ITV career. Read the full story.
The final chapters of Stranger Things Season 5 arrive this week. Find out the exact UK release time for Part 2 on Netflix and details for the grand finale.
Kate Hudson reveals she passed on playing Mary Jane Watson in Sam Raimi's 2002 Spider-Man, a role that went to Kirsten Dunst. She reflects on the 'what if' while being grateful for her path. Read the full story.
King Charles will deliver his 2025 Christmas message from Westminster Abbey, a historic break from royal residence tradition. Discover the details of his festive pilgrimage theme.
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Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton shares her family's heartwarming Christmas rituals and her special role in bringing festive spirit back to Liscard. Discover her 'anchor of the season'.
The critically acclaimed film 'Mrs Harris Goes to Paris', starring Lesley Manville, airs on Film 4 at 9pm on Christmas Eve. This heartwarming period drama boasts a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score. Don't miss it!
The identity of Kumail Nanjiani's mysterious Fallout season 2 character is finally revealed. Spoilers for episode two detail his link to the games' Brotherhood of Steel.
The iconic 1987 sci-fi action film RoboCop, hailed as 'pure perfection', airs on ITV4 at 9.50pm this Christmas Eve. Discover why this Paul Verhoeven masterpiece remains a cinematic landmark.
Discover the real origins of Boxing Day, from Victorian gift boxes to St Stephen's Day traditions and modern shopping sales. Unwrap the history behind this British bank holiday.
The gripping period drama Alias Grace, based on Margaret Atwood's novel, holds a 99% Rotten Tomatoes score. Fans hail it as moving and brilliant. Stream all episodes on Netflix now.
Don't miss the beloved 2003 festive rom-com 'Love Actually' on ITV1 this Christmas Eve at 9.10pm. Featuring an all-star British cast, it's the perfect holiday viewing.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will spend another festive season in California, with no invitation to join the Royal Family at Sandringham. Discover the traditions they'll miss and the reasons behind the ongoing divide.
A forgotten Trivial Pursuit rule about moving to the centre of the board means families may have been cheating for years. Discover the correct way to play this Christmas.
Your essential guide to Christmas Eve TV, featuring Mark Gatiss's chilling ghost story with Joanna Lumley, a chaotic sewing special, and Bob Mortimer's festive fishing. Plan your viewing now.
Explore Guardian photographer Tristram Kenton's stunning visual review of 2025's theatre and dance highlights, from the National Theatre's Hamlet to Northern Ballet's Merlin. See the year's most memorable performances.
A new book explores the terrifying global history of 'dangerous corpses' and vampire epidemics, from medieval England to modern Serbia. Discover the real stories behind the myth.
A new documentary, 'Bowie: The Final Act', examines the singer's later career and poignant final album, Blackstar. In UK and Irish cinemas from 26 December.
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Rizzle Kicks star Jordan Stephens sparked debate after analysing the portrayal of women in the classic Christmas film Love Actually on a BBC podcast. Discover the full reaction.
Kiwi supermodel Georgia Fowler turned heads in a red bikini during a Sydney beach day with her family, amid strong signs she and husband Nathan Dalah have reconciled. Discover the details.
Tony Sheahan, former Herald Sun columnist and son of AFL reporter Mike Sheahan, was filmed apparently asleep at an upmarket Sydney pub. The incident follows his 2022 court case for hijacking an Uber.
Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky had a tense family reunion in Aspen for Christmas, just days after she criticised his public dates with younger women. Discover the details of their frosty holiday gathering.
Discover the hottest fiction and non-fiction titles for 2026, including new novels from Jennette McCurdy, Douglas Stuart, and investigative deep-dives from Patrick Radden Keefe. Get your reading list ready.
Sarah Jessica Parker shares a humorous Christmas demand for her family, reveals parenting philosophy on wealth, and updates on her next acting projects. Discover the festive fun.
Kim Kardashian, 45, shares her festive ski trip in head-to-toe North Face x SKIMS gear and struggles to wrangle her four kids for a holiday photo. Discover her Christmas decor and family moments.