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Leader Live
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Diane Morgan says Mandy season four will bring ‘more violence and catastrophe'
The 49-year old, who created and wrote the show, will reprise her role in the comedy series to play the chaotic and jobless Mandy Carter whose adventures typically end in disaster. The fourth season, which is expected to air on July 21, will see more of Mandy's misadventures. Speaking about the new season, Morgan said audiences can expect: 'More of the same Mandy madness really, with perhaps less gurning but more sheer bloody violence and catastrophe. 'Mandy is still being forced to do jobs that she doesn't like and isn't any good at. Which I think everyone can relate to. 'She hasn't evolved at all, that's what makes her charming. She's learned nothing. Just keeps making the same mistakes, like all of us.' Speaking about the inspiration for the obscure situations Mandy finds herself in, Morgan added: 'They're all based on absolute fact. A lot of them are inspired by things that have happened to me. 'I've had a number of jobs that I've been fired from. Some I haven't even lasted an hour in. Acting's about the only job I've lasted more than a week in. So I have to stick with it. Morgan also said the make-up products used throughout production was entirely 'cruelty free'. She said: 'We decided to use only cruelty-free make-up products that haven't been tested on animals. We warned all the actors what we were doing and none of them had a problem with it. 'I think there should be a special logo at the end of the show to prove it. Most of the actors were amazed that some products aren't cruelty-fee. Some, well-known brands still test on animals and most people aren't aware of that.' The pilot episode aired in 2019 and was followed by its first season which consisted of six episodes plus a Christmas special which was transmitted in 2020. Speaking about how audiences received the show, Morgan added: 'It's complete surprise to me. I think it would just be a pilot that would disappear without trace… Some viewers have reacted to it in unusual ways. 'I've heard that at least four of them have turned vegetarian after watching an episode of the last series where Mandy gets a job in an abattoir, so that's good. Especially for cows.' Morgan is also best known for starring in BBC series Motherland and the mockumentary show, Cunk On Earth where she plays the ill-informed investigative reporter, Philomena Cunk – a character who was originated from Charlie Brooker's television review programme Weekly Wipe. In the series, Philomena is joined by experts who answer her questions about the progression of society as she tries to uncover humankind's greatest achievements and discover how humans came to be. The first episode of the new season of Mandy will air on BBC Two at 10pm.
South Wales Guardian
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Diane Morgan says Mandy season four will bring ‘more violence and catastrophe'
The 49-year old, who created and wrote the show, will reprise her role in the comedy series to play the chaotic and jobless Mandy Carter whose adventures typically end in disaster. The fourth season, which is expected to air on July 21, will see more of Mandy's misadventures. Speaking about the new season, Morgan said audiences can expect: 'More of the same Mandy madness really, with perhaps less gurning but more sheer bloody violence and catastrophe. 'Mandy is still being forced to do jobs that she doesn't like and isn't any good at. Which I think everyone can relate to. 'She hasn't evolved at all, that's what makes her charming. She's learned nothing. Just keeps making the same mistakes, like all of us.' Speaking about the inspiration for the obscure situations Mandy finds herself in, Morgan added: 'They're all based on absolute fact. A lot of them are inspired by things that have happened to me. 'I've had a number of jobs that I've been fired from. Some I haven't even lasted an hour in. Acting's about the only job I've lasted more than a week in. So I have to stick with it. Morgan also said the make-up products used throughout production was entirely 'cruelty free'. She said: 'We decided to use only cruelty-free make-up products that haven't been tested on animals. We warned all the actors what we were doing and none of them had a problem with it. 'I think there should be a special logo at the end of the show to prove it. Most of the actors were amazed that some products aren't cruelty-fee. Some, well-known brands still test on animals and most people aren't aware of that.' The pilot episode aired in 2019 and was followed by its first season which consisted of six episodes plus a Christmas special which was transmitted in 2020. Speaking about how audiences received the show, Morgan added: 'It's complete surprise to me. I think it would just be a pilot that would disappear without trace… Some viewers have reacted to it in unusual ways. 'I've heard that at least four of them have turned vegetarian after watching an episode of the last series where Mandy gets a job in an abattoir, so that's good. Especially for cows.' Morgan is also best known for starring in BBC series Motherland and the mockumentary show, Cunk On Earth where she plays the ill-informed investigative reporter, Philomena Cunk – a character who was originated from Charlie Brooker's television review programme Weekly Wipe. In the series, Philomena is joined by experts who answer her questions about the progression of society as she tries to uncover humankind's greatest achievements and discover how humans came to be. The first episode of the new season of Mandy will air on BBC Two at 10pm.
Digital Trends
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (May 9-11)
Table of Contents Table of Contents Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013-2021) Cunk on Earth (2022) The Crown (2016-2023) One of the great and terrible things about Netflix is that the streaming service is filled with stuff. Plenty of it is great, but even among the great stuff, it can be hard to know which thing to pick. We've got you covered, whether you're looking for something short or long, limited or extended. We've pulled together this list of great shows that are well worth your time no matter what you're looking for. Hopefully, you'll find something worth watching without looking through everything on the service. Recommended Videos We also have guides to the best new shows to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+. Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013-2021) You might have complicated feelings about watching a sitcom set in a Brooklyn police precinct, but Brooklyn Nine-Nine is good enough to overcome them. The series, which focuses almost exclusively on a Brooklyn cop who wants to be in Die Hard but realizes just how much police work is paperwork, is brilliant on an episode-to-episode basis. Thanks to brilliant supporting performances from Andre Braugher and Terry Crews, there are few shows ever made that are this funny. At the same time, the show knew how to make you cry on the rare occasions. You can watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine on Netflix. Cunk on Earth (2022) If you are not familiar with Diane Morgan's character Philomena Cunk, Cunk on Earth is a great way to meet her. This British mockumentary traces the entire history of humanity and is a brilliant, silly series that points out all the ways mankind has always been filled with idiots. Cunk, who is intentionally quite thick, often finds herself interviewing genuine experts who don't seem to fully understand what kind of documentary they're in. Part of the joy of the series is watching her work off those more straightforward experts and still get plenty of laughs along the way. You can watch Cunk on Earth on Netflix. The Crown (2016-2023) One of the biggest drama series in the history of Netflix, The Crown might seem like a bit of a chore now that it's over. The most intriguing thing about this series, which chronicles the reign of Queen Elizabeth II from the beginning of her reign all the way to the modern day, is the way it changes casts every two seasons. While it can be a little hagiographic about the queen, The Crown is nonetheless a fascinating look at her ceremonial role and the way she does and does not interact with the history of the United Kingdom. Featuring some truly excellent performances and some awesome drama, The Crown is every bit as great as its biggest fans say. You can watch The Crown on Netflix.
