Apple TV+ Drops Trailer for Season Three of The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy

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By Jon Donnis

Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for the third season of the multi-award-winning, globe-trotting travel series The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy. The eight-episode season is set to premiere globally on Friday, September 19, and follows host Eugene Levy as he sets out to discover what the "ultimate travel bucket list" is all about, with a little help from a very special guest, The Prince of Wales.

Levy is joined this season by a string of familiar faces, from multi-platinum superstar and five-time Grammy Award-winner Michael Bublé, to Levy's daughter Sarah Levy of Schitt's Creek and SurrealEstate. New names on the bill include NOWZ, one of the newest K-pop boy bands, and Rahul Dravid, the former Indian cricketer widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket.

After confronting his fears and stepping outside his comfort zone in the first two seasons, Levy is inching closer to becoming an avid traveller. Before he can claim that title, he challenges himself to experience some of the most iconic adventures the world has to offer, and this season promises to push his limits.

The journey spans Austria, Canada, England, India, Ireland, Mexico, South Korea and the United States, with each stop offering a new chance to broaden Levy's perspective and test his resolve. Additional guests and local guides this season include Korean American singer and actor Eric Nam, and Jofra Archer, the fast bowler who plays for the England cricket team, among many others who join Levy at different stops on his journey.

Apple TV+ Drops Trailer for “Slow Horses” Season Five, Premiering September 24

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By Jon Donnis

Apple TV+ has released the first look at season five of "Slow Horses", the Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning espionage drama led by Academy Award-winner and Emmy Award-nominee Sir Gary Oldman. The new run adapts "London Rules" from Mick Herron's CWA Gold Dagger Award-winning Slough House series. It spans six episodes, with the first arriving on 24 September 2025 and one episode each week until 29 October 2025.

"Slow Horses" follows a dysfunctional team of British intelligence agents exiled to Slough House, the not-so-affectionate nickname for MI5's dumping ground. Oldman plays Jackson Lamb, a brilliant and cantankerous leader who oversees spies whose careers stalled after serious mistakes. They keep stumbling through the smoke and mirrors of the espionage world, often closer to the action than anyone expects.

Season five begins with raised eyebrows. Resident tech whiz Roddy Ho turns up with a glamorous new girlfriend, which puts everyone on alert. When a string of increasingly bizarre events ripples across London, it falls to the Slow Horses to work out how the pieces fit together. Lamb knows the London Rules still stand. Cover your back. Always.

The ensemble features Academy Award-nominee Kristin Scott Thomas, Emmy Award nominee Jack Lowden, Saskia Reeves, Rosalind Eleazar, Christopher Chung, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Ruth Bradley, James Callis, Tom Brooke, and Academy Award nominee Jonathan Pryce. Season five also welcomes "Ted Lasso" star Nick Mohammed as a special guest.

The series has been praised as "undoubtedly the best spy series on television", a "truly epic espionage thriller" that is "utterly brilliant" and "so damn good". All four previous seasons are streaming now on Apple TV+ with a Certified Fresh rating, including two that scored a perfect 100% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The third season earned nine Primetime Emmy nominations with a win for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series, and the fourth season picked up five Primetime Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. Seasons six and seven have already been announced.

The trailer sets the tone for another sharp, darkly humorous chapter at Slough House. First episode lands 24 September, then weekly until 29 October.

Previewing Episode Nine of “Foundation” Season Three "The Paths That Choose Us"

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By Jon Donnis

Fans of the critically acclaimed epic drama "Foundation" are in for a tense ride as season three hurtles toward its ninth episode, "The Paths That Choose Us." From storyteller David S. Goyer and inspired by Isaac Asimov's award-winning stories, the series continues to mesmerise with its intricate world-building and high-stakes drama, led by Emmy-nominated actors Jared Harris and Lee Pace alongside Lou Llobell.

Synnøve Karlsen in "Foundation," now streaming on Apple TV+.

In this episode, Gaal Dornick faces the unsettling power of The Mule's conversions, a threat that has loomed over the galaxy with both physical and psychological force. Meanwhile, Dusk takes drastic measures that could alter the balance of power, and Demerzel seeks clarity about what the future holds, navigating the uncertain terrain of fate and strategy. The sneak peek clip teases some of the pivotal confrontations and the moral dilemmas that drive the story forward, giving viewers just a taste of the tension and spectacle to come.

Jared Harris and Lou Llobell in "Foundation"

Set 152 years after season two, the Foundation has grown far beyond its humble beginnings, while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has waned. As these galactic powers attempt a fragile alliance, the emergence of the warlord known as The Mule threatens to upend the balance, using mind control and military might to seize domination. With Hari Seldon, Gaal, the Cleons, and Demerzel all engaged in a high-stakes game of intergalactic chess, the episode promises that no one is safe and no outcome certain.

Laura Birn and Rowena King in "Foundation"

Season three has also expanded its roster with new characters and star power. Emmy Award winner Cherry Jones, Brandon P. Bell, Synnøve Karlsen, Cody Fern, Tómas Lemarquis, Alexander Siddig, Academy Award winner Troy Kotsur, and Pilou Asbæk all make their mark, joining returning favourites Laura Birn, Cassian Bilton, Terrence Mann, and Rowena King. Together, the ensemble elevates the stakes and enriches the saga, delivering performances that keep audiences invested in this sprawling, visually stunning universe.

Cody Fern and Lou Llobell in "Foundation"

Episode nine promises intrigue, strategy, and the kind of moral complexity that has become the hallmark of "Foundation." As the story hurtles toward its climax, viewers will want to watch closely, because every decision could tip the galaxy toward salvation or annihilation.

Foundation S3, E9 The Paths That Choose Us

Airing 05 September 2025

Watch on Apple TV https://apple.co/41uynF5

Sky Sports Ushers in Landmark WSL Season with New Sunday Show and Expanded Coverage

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By Jon Donnis

Sky Sports is gearing up to bring fans closer to the Barclays Women's Super League this season with a new flagship Sunday programme, fresh on-screen faces, and unprecedented access to the players and matches. The season kicks off this Friday as champions Chelsea Women take on Manchester City Women.

With 90% of all WSL matches live on Sky Sports and NOW, supporters can follow their favourite teams more than ever before. Across 118 matches this season, every game played at midday on Sunday will be featured in a new dedicated programme, offering a full 60-minute build-up from 11:00 with team news, updates from every ground, and more player-focused content. The show will be broadcast from a state-of-the-art studio, delivering in-depth discussion and tapping into social conversations to create a weekend entertainment destination for fans.

Joining the Sky Sports team is former Aston Villa Women and Scotland captain Rachel Corsie, bringing her insight from a recent playing career. New additions also include social reporters and women's football superfans Rhyanna Parara and Alex Bailess, covering the latest talking points from social media. They join fan-favourite Izzy Christiansen, presenter Caroline Barker, and new lead commentator Ellen Ellard in the expanded line-up.

This weekend offers four live matches, including a Merseyside derby as Liverpool Women face Everton Women. Brighton & Hove Albion Women play Aston Villa Women, Manchester United Women take on Leicester City Women, and Tottenham Hotspur Women host West Ham United Women. For fans wanting to keep an eye on all the action, Sky Sports will show the four games simultaneously via Multiview.

Making its debut this Sunday, Multiview moves from ground to ground to capture all the goals and key moments with one dedicated commentary team and half-time analysis. The format will later be introduced for Premier League coverage as well.

Jonathan Licht, Chief Sports Officer for Sky, said: "This Friday we're excited to be kicking off our new landmark partnership with the WSL. As the biggest stars of the women's game are back in action, we're ready to give fans the best possible viewing experience. Sunday lunchtimes will become the WSL's must-watch slot, with a new flagship show and a choice of live matches. We will also be expanding our content across social, welcoming more fans and keeping them entertained all season, ensuring they never miss a moment."

Fans will also benefit from a dedicated WSL YouTube channel, featuring match highlights, streams of selected live games, exclusive interviews, and content showcasing the league's biggest personalities. The Sky Sports app offers vertical video highlights, match centres with scores and stats, and live streams for Sky Sports customers. The WSL podcast From Pitch to Pod returns this season with Jordan Nobbs and Nikita Parris discussing the hottest topics in women's football each week.

Under a new five-year rights deal, Sky Sports will broadcast three times more fixtures than before, including 78 exclusively live games and 75% of first picks. Fans can enjoy up to five live matches per week, plus coverage of every game on the final weekend, offering access to the biggest clashes and storylines.

This WSL expansion coincides with Sky's record-breaking Premier League deal, guaranteeing at least 215 live matches each season, alongside over 1,000 EFL games and coverage of the SPFL and SWPL, making Sky the home of domestic football.

Game week 1 picks

Friday 5 September

Chelsea Women v Manchester City Women – Sky Sports Main Event, Football, Sky Sports Mix, Sky Mix

Sunday 7 September

Liverpool Women v Everton Women – Sky Sports Main Event & Showcase

Manchester United Women v Leicester City Women – Sky Sports Premier League

Brighton & Hove Albion Women v Aston Villa Women – Sky Sports Football

Tottenham Hotspur Women v West Ham United Women – Sky Sports Mix

Multiview – Sky Sports+ Main Channel

NEWS: Cosy up with The Brokenwood Mysteries this October for another round of curiously heinous crimes

By Jon Donnis

Many moons ago, Detective Mike Shepherd (Neill Rea, Go Girls, The Warrior's Way) arrived in the seemingly tranquil, rustic town of Brokenwood, in his classic car with a country music collection to die for, and never left.  Now, series 11 takes us back to the scenic splendour of small-town life where a web of deception, greed and dark secrets hides in the shadows.

 

The new series joins Brokenwood's best and brightest detectives once again as Mike Shepherd (Rea), Kristin Sims (Fern Sutherland, The Almighty Johnsons, A Mistake) and Daniel Chalmers (Jarod Rawiri, Boy, Shortland Street) tackle their most perplexing cases yet. Along with eccentric pathologist Gina Kadinksy (Cristina Ionda, Out of Season, Filthy Rich), they use all manner of unconventional methods to solve the town's most macabre mysteries with warmth, camaraderie and deadpan humour.

 

The gripping new series cracks open a new casebook of crimes continuing to brand Brokenwood as New Zealand's most murderous town. From an '80s rock star with a dead groupie on his conscience, to an explosive school quiz night, with a fatal séance, a killer chandelier and a science teacher's ziplining misadventure in the mix. Even Santa Claus makes an appearance as oddball Frodo's (Karl Willetts – The Power of the Dog, Evil Dead) infamous family experiences a lethal case of stolen identity.

 

Cosy up with The Brokenwood Mysteries this October for another round of curiously heinous crimes, small-town secrets and thrilling twists and turns, it would be a crime to miss it. 

Series 11 on DVD & digital 6 October 

Pre-order at https://amzn.to/4lQVPU5

And watch on U at https://u.co.uk/shows/the-brokenwood-mysteries/watch-online

Sky Sports Extends NFL Partnership with Major Three-Year Deal

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By Jon Donnis

Sky Sports has confirmed a new three-year agreement with the NFL, strengthening a partnership that now stretches beyond 30 years and secures its role as the home of American football in the UK and Ireland.

As part of the deal, fans can look forward to more live action than ever before. Sky will continue to have the first-pick exclusive Sunday 6pm game on Sky Sports NFL, along with the first pick for the 9pm slot. In addition, a second 6pm game and up to two further 9pm games will be shown live each week, meaning significantly more choice for viewers.

For the first time, every London and Europe game will air live, including the much-anticipated inaugural fixtures in Ireland and Spain. Combined with existing coverage, this represents a near 50 percent rise in the number of live matches available to customers.

Popular programming will remain in place, with NFL RedZone, every Thursday, Sunday and Monday night game, Thanksgiving fixtures, the Playoffs and the Super Bowl all included. Viewers will also have access to NFL Network shows such as Good Morning Football and The Insiders, plus documentaries from NFL Films and NBC Sports.

Jonathan Licht, Chief Sports Officer UK & Ireland, said the new deal offers "more games than ever before" and builds on record-breaking Super Bowl viewership on Sky. Gerrit Meier, NFL International Managing Director, described the UK as "a priority market," while Laura Louisy of NFL International called the agreement "a testament to the growth of our long-term partnership."

The dedicated Sky Sports NFL channel will once again provide round-the-clock coverage from the start of the regular season through to Super Bowl LX, which takes place on 8 February 2026 at Levi's Stadium in California.

The 2025 NFL season kicks off on 4 September, with Sky Sports set to reveal its full presenting team closer to the start of play.

End of Summer - Gripping Swedish Drama Arrives on Viaplay

By Jon Donnis

Prepare for a chilling and emotional ride with End of Summer, a psychological drama based on the award-winning crime novel by a former police officer. Directed by the creator behind the iconic series The Bridge, the series has already been praised as "a superior Swedish thriller" by The Guardian and "your next streaming obsession" by What to Watch. It premieres on Viaplay Monday 1 September.

Set in Sweden during the late 1990s, the story begins when 14-year-old Vera refuses to take her younger brother Billy out with her, leading to his sudden and devastating disappearance. Twenty years later, a young man resembling Billy returns, forcing adult Vera, played by Julia Ragnarsson (Midsommar, The Bridge), to confront the past. As she returns to her divided family and hometown, Vera must unravel the mystery surrounding Billy's fate, a journey that threatens to upend her world entirely.

The series spans six 45-minute episodes and is presented in Swedish with English subtitles, offering a taut, suspenseful experience for fans of Nordic crime and psychological thrillers.