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Irish Independent
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming picks: The Phone Box Babies, American Woman and The Cult of American Apparel
Live UEFA Women's Euro 2025 RTÉ2, 4.30pm & 7.30pm The Swiss-based tournament begins with Iceland v Finland at Arena Thun. It's immediately followed by Norway's clash with the hosts at St Jakob-Park in Basel. Can't Sell, Must Sell Channel 4, 8pm Sibling property experts Stuart and Scarlette Douglas's new series involves turning supposedly unsellable homes into des res. They begin with a cluttered but quaint cottage and a pink 'palace'. The Phone Box Babies RTÉ One, 9.35pm Documentary charting the lives of three people abandoned at birth in the 1960s, revealing how their stories are inextricably linked to the Ireland of the past. We follow the trio as they unearth the truth about their origins, why they were given up, and learn about family members. American Woman Channel 4, 1.55am Gritty drama from the writer of Mare of Easttown; the two projects share some similarities too. Here, Sienna Miller plays a working-class woman struggling to come to terms with her teenage daughter's disappearance while raising her grandson. The Eclipse TG4, 10.30pm The detectives discover that Nour had been having an affair with an older man, which puts a new spin on the investigation into her murder. They also learn about the teenager's secret ambitions and begin to wonder if they may have played a part in her tragic downfall. ADVERTISEMENT The Old Guard 2 Netflix, streaming now Charlize Theron's Andy returns alongside her band of immortal fighters, driven by a refreshed commitment to safeguarding humanity. Fans of The Sandman will be thrilled to learn that the second and final instalment lands tomorrow. Tour de France: Unchained Netflix, streaming now In its final season, expect a high-stakes clash between cycling's elite and bold new challengers. Young Sheldon Netflix, streaming now Bear with me; both Disney+ and Netflix have had six seasons of Young Sheldon for years. Now, after an excruciating wait, Netflix has got its mittens on season seven. If you're rolling your eyes thinking, 'Hasn't that Big Bang offshoot been around forever?' Yes, it has, but it's far (far) superior to its predecessor. The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Season 2 Reunion Special Disney+, streaming now How's that for a title? Following season two's dramatic finale, host Nick Viall brings #MomTok and #DadTok back together for revelations, unseen clips, and a surprise twist. Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel Netflix, streaming now I don't know about you, but I'm not sure where I'd be without our Tuesday Trainwreck instalment. The American Apparel brand soared in the early Noughties with salacious ads and ethical wear, but behind the scenes, chaotic leadership and misconduct allegations sent the brand into a downward spiral. For more stark viewing, Attack on London: Hunting The 7/7 Bombers is streaming now. Shark Whisperer Netflix, streaming now Whether you deem her a social media opportunist or a 'changemaking' conservationist, you can't quibble with the (literal) name Ocean Ramsay has made for herself. Melding striking visuals with a close character study, the film dissects the ethical and ecological dilemmas at the heart of environmental activism. Perspectives from scientists, indigenous voices, and conservationists — on all sides — reveal the complexity of Ramsay and the issues she raises. Squid Game Netflix, streaming now Brace yourselves… In the wildly anticipated third and final season of Squid Game, Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae, aka player 456) returns. Haunted by incremental loss, he's determined to end the deadly competition once and for all. His clash with the enigmatic Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) escalates into a (surprise, surprise) grave battle of strategy and morality, as new games and old enemies collide. With the expected level of twists — including a baby being added to the mix and the viral Gachapon craze (plastic vending balls to you) putting in a pivotal appearance — the stakes are high. As surviving players face progressively brutal choices, the line between justice and tainted vengeance increasingly blurs. Can humanity survive the harshest reality? As the world awaits the final answer, writer-director Hwang Dong-hyuk promises a powerful conclusion to the global phenomenon. I think we'll be the collective judges of that. The Charles Ponzi Story AppleTV+, streaming now We've all heard of Ponzi schemes, but what do you know of their namesake? He was a broke immigrant based in 1920s Boston, who rocketed to wealth and infamy in mere months by orchestrating what would become known as the infamous scheme, one of history's boldest financial frauds. For more stories inspired by true events, try Smoke starring Taron Egerton, John Leguizamo and Greg Kinnear.
Daily Mirror
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
A Place In The Sun star horrified over house packed with very creepy collection
Scarlette Douglas teams up with brother and Worst House on the Street co-star Stuart in Can't Sell, Must Sell. But she was rattled by a jaw-dropping discovery while filming. Property development duo Scarlette and Stuart Douglas advise homeowners in unsellable houses in their newest show, Can't Sell, Must Sell . But one discovery left Scarlette reeling. Known for their teamwork on Channel 4 's Worst House On The Street, Scarlette Douglas, 38, and her brother Stuart, 47, are now taking on a new challenge – splitting up to help desperate sellers fix up homes that just won't budge on the market. In each of the six episodes, the siblings are both handed a property that requires major renovation. With the help of a skilled team of carpenters and designers, they work to make each house as sellable as possible. Scarlette still remembers a chilling discovery made while filming. She says, 'One lady was very attached to her house and its Victorian style – she has lots of dolls. When you walked in, everything felt oppressive. It was dark, dingy and scary. Even her daughters were trying to get her to sell it. She didn't want to listen.' Another tough case for Scarlette involved a charming cottage – with dog odour. 'I love dogs, but you can become nose-blind to them. 'One of the properties was a really beautiful cottage but the minute you walked in, it smelled of dog,' she says. 'They were so used to the smell that they couldn't get their head around it. Those are things you're not going to see but they affect a sale.' Although the smell was pungent, Stuart found himself particularly moved by the property's backstory. He remembers, 'What made it important for me was how important it was for the owner. She was a really lovely lady. The transformation of the house itself was amazing but the transformation in her was memorable. She was so grateful.' Emotions ran high elsewhere, too. One case that hit Scarlette hard took place in Swansea, where they met a widow who had filled her home with china plates and memories. 'Her husband did the DIY. She couldn't do anything around the house,' Scarlette says. 'She was so grateful at the end, I was an emotional wreck.' While houses and empathy are at the heart of the show, the hard graft is just as real. 'We're not just walking in, saying our piece and walking out," Scarlette says, 'We really do get involved, even off-camera.' Stuart agrees, 'We had great teams,' he says, 'But we needed lots of hands on deck to complete the transformations. Even the cameraman took things to the skip. Everyone chipped in.' That level of involvement was essential, given the scale of the jobs – and the tight turnaround. 'It was hard and stressful,' Scarlette says, 'We started around 8am and wouldn't finish until about 11pm. We cover two houses in a week, but the end result made it all worth it.' But it wouldn't be a Douglas project without a bit of healthy rivalry. 'We are competitive in nature,' says Stuart, 'Scarlette was a professional dancer in the West End, our brother and I played professional football. We are very close, but we're very competitive.' He adds, 'The real goal was to help the homeowners, though we both still wanted to have the best house. In our family, we go into things and we do it to be the best.'
Daily Mirror
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
I'm a property expert - here's why your home's more grim than you think'
Scarlette and Stuart Douglas are flying to the rescue in Can't Sell, Must Sell as they try to help desperate homeowners get their unsellable homes off the market. Famed for their presenting on Worst House on the Street, Scarlette and Stuart Douglas are back to help overwhelmed homeowners who are struggling to sell off their properties. Property development duo Scarlette Douglas and her brother Stuart advise homeowners in unsellable houses in their newest show, Can't Sell, Must Sell. But not many of them were receptive to the pair's feedback. 'At the beginning, people can be sensitive to hearing comments about their home,' Scarlette says, 'But the property isn't the only thing going through a transformation, so are they.' Known for their teamwork on Channel 4 's Worst House On The Street, Scarlette, 38, and Stuart, 47, are now taking on a new challenge – splitting up to help desperate sellers fix up homes that just won't budge on the market. In each of the six episodes, the siblings are both handed a property that requires major renovation. With the help of a skilled team of carpenters and designers, they work to make each house as sellable as possible. The show stands out for its emotional element. 'If someone you don't know criticises your house, you're going to feel offended,' Stuart says, 'Prospective buyers don't know the owner. We have to explain to the homeowners, no matter how difficult or uncomfortable it is, that it's going to be beneficial. It is constructive. All we care about is making your home more attractive to potential buyers.' He adds that homeowners are often too close to an issue to notice it, saying, 'When you live in the house, you don't see the problem. It takes someone external to point it out.' READ MORE: Liz Earle launches huge skincare bundle worth £191 for under £70 but you'll need to be quick Scarlette, who is known for her appearances in A Place in the Sun, says, 'One lady was very attached to her house and its Victorian style – she has lots of dolls. When you walked in, everything felt oppressive. It was dark, dingy and scary. Even her daughters were trying to get her to sell it. She didn't want to listen.' Another tough case for Scarlette involved a charming cottage – with dog odour. 'I love dogs, but you can become nose-blind to them. 'One of the properties was a really beautiful cottage but the minute you walked in, it smelled of dog,' she says. 'They were so used to the smell that they couldn't get their head around it. Those are things you're not going to see but they affect a sale.' Although the smell was pungent, Stuart found himself particularly moved by the property's backstory. He remembers, 'What made it important for me was how important it was for the owner. She was a really lovely lady. The transformation of the house itself was amazing but the transformation in her was memorable. She was so grateful.' Emotions ran high elsewhere, too. One case that hit Scarlette hard took place in Swansea, where they met a widow who had filled her home with china plates and memories. 'Her husband did the DIY. She couldn't do anything around the house,' Scarlette says. 'She was so grateful at the end, I was an emotional wreck.' While houses and empathy are at the heart of the show, the hard graft is just as real. 'We're not just walking in, saying our piece and walking out,' Scarlette says, 'We really do get involved, even off-camera.' Stuart agrees, 'We had great teams,' he says, 'But we needed lots of hands on deck to complete the transformations. Even the cameraman took things to the skip. Everyone chipped in.' That level of involvement was essential, given the scale of the jobs – and the tight turnaround. 'It was hard and stressful,' Scarlette says, 'We started around 8am and wouldn't finish until about 11pm. We cover two houses in a week, but the end result made it all worth it.' Of course, it wouldn't be a Douglas project without a bit of healthy rivalry. 'We are competitive in nature,' says Stuart, 'Scarlette was a professional dancer in the West End, our brother and I played professional football. We are very close, but we're very competitive.' He adds, 'The real goal was to help the homeowners, though we both still wanted to have the best house. In our family, we go into things and we do it to be the best.' Still, their visions don't always align – especially when it comes to bold design. Stuart still shudders at the memory of a stiletto heel chair that Scarlette was desperate to keep on an earlier show. 'It was one of our first developments,' he says, 'Scarlette found the chair and I told her at the time, 'It's not happening.' She went crying to our mum, who gave me a telling-off.' Years later, the chair made an unexpected comeback in Can't Sell, Must Sell . 'There was a real danger to my sanity,' Stuart jokes. 'I found it during filming. I told Scarlette we weren't going there again.'
