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ABC News
6 days ago
- ABC News
Lachlan Young pleads guilty to murder of young Clunes woman Hannah McGuire
The man accused of murdering young Clunes woman Hannah McGuire has entered a plea of guilty, eight days into his trial. Lachlan Young, 23, had initially pleaded not guilty to murdering his ex-partner in April last year, and his offer to plead guilty to manslaughter was rejected by the prosecution. The packed courtroom cheered wildly after the 23-year-old was taken from the courtroom following his guilty plea. He will return to court at later date.
Rhyl Journal
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
ITV axe drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "We are really proud of Out There and would like to thank Martin and the production team for delivering a brilliant series. 'We do always hope to see our series return, and we are sorry we didn't get this drama to connect with a big enough audience to see that happen.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. Recommended Reading ITV daytime shake-up to GMB, Lorraine and Loose Women Who are Britain's Got Talent 2025 finalists? Full list Reports huge ITV star could leave broadcaster amid overhaul of daytime schedule On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. The ITV series also starred Mark Lewis Jones, who is best known for appearing in Keeping Faith, The Lighthouse, Gangs of London and The Good Liar.
South Wales Guardian
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
ITV axe drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "We are really proud of Out There and would like to thank Martin and the production team for delivering a brilliant series. 'We do always hope to see our series return, and we are sorry we didn't get this drama to connect with a big enough audience to see that happen.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. Recommended Reading ITV daytime shake-up to GMB, Lorraine and Loose Women Who are Britain's Got Talent 2025 finalists? Full list Reports huge ITV star could leave broadcaster amid overhaul of daytime schedule On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. The ITV series also starred Mark Lewis Jones, who is best known for appearing in Keeping Faith, The Lighthouse, Gangs of London and The Good Liar.
Powys County Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
ITV axe drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
ITV has cancelled a primetime drama starring Martin Clunes, part of which was filmed in Powys, after just one series. Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Filming for the series took in various parts of Wales, including some farm scenes that were shot in the Brecon Beacon s. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: — Coronation Street (@itvcorrie) May 13, 2025 According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. ITV axes Out There drama starring Martin Clunes Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "We are really proud of Out There and would like to thank Martin and the production team for delivering a brilliant series. 'We do always hope to see our series return, and we are sorry we didn't get this drama to connect with a big enough audience to see that happen.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ITV axe primetime drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series
ITV has cancelled a primetime drama starring Martin Clunes after just one series. Out There premiered earlier this year and saw Clunes play the role of a father trying to protect his son after getting involved in a network of drug dealers. Last week, Clunes spoke about the series' future, sharing: "We were keen on doing a second series but ITV aren't, it seems. "It didn't quite pull the numbers they wanted, unfortunately." Get ready for the drama to double! We're SO excited to announce that Coronation Street and Emmerdale will be producing a special hour-long crossover episode 🎉 Read more here: — Coronation Street (@itvcorrie) May 13, 2025 According to The Sun, the low viewing figures were a surprise as Out There was produced by production company Buffalo Pictures, which has had past success. Buffalo Pictures has previously worked on hit shows, Manhunt and Doc Martin, which Clunes starred in. Confirming that Out There would not return, an ITV spokesperson said: "We are really proud of Out There and would like to thank Martin and the production team for delivering a brilliant series. 'We do always hope to see our series return, and we are sorry we didn't get this drama to connect with a big enough audience to see that happen.' Out There was a six-part series that explored the problem of drug dealers working in rural areas and crossing county lines. Recommended Reading ITV daytime shake-up to GMB, Lorraine and Loose Women Who are Britain's Got Talent 2025 finalists? Full list Reports huge ITV star could leave broadcaster amid overhaul of daytime schedule On the show, Clunes played Nathan Williams, a man who runs a farm which has been in his family for generations. Alongside Clunes, the series starred Louis Ashbourne Serkis, who is the son of actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. The ITV series also starred Mark Lewis Jones, who is best known for appearing in Keeping Faith, The Lighthouse, Gangs of London and The Good Liar.
