Rival Gangs Gangs Of London was one of Sky’s biggest dramas in 2020 and it’s easy to see why. Between the high octane action and characters, this exciting series leaves you wanting more. For our American fans, AMC have snatched this one up and plan to air it in October. If you’ve watched this already and are itching for more, we’ve combed through the archives to find you some alternatives. To keep things simple for skim-readers we’ve added what similarities these have....

More/Shows Sex/Life is the latest steamy and raunchy thriller on Netflix, with plenty of sex, melodrama and thrills. If you’ve finished watching this one and are looking for alternatives – fret not! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top 10 picks for alternate viewing. To keep things simple for skim-readers we’ve added what similarities these have. Of course for all the shows we’ve reviewed, we’ve also added a handy link so you can check out our full thoughts on that series and see if it’s something you want to invest your time with....

The Mirror We begin episode 3 of 30 Coins in New York City with an opener that feels very reminisce to that shocking prologue at the start of the show. A bald man carrying a briefcase walks into a jewelers and yanks one of those strange coins we’ve been seeing from a 3 million dollar necklace. After killing both men inside the shop, this blood-spattered man takes a cab across town....

Poorly written characters, shoddy production design and a terrible script. There’s nothing worse than being lumped with a terrible TV show. In recent years we’ve counted down our favourite shows of the year… but what about the worst? 2022 has thrown up some real stinkers and as we gear up ready for Christmas, New Year and beyond, let’s take a trip down memory lane and remember all those shows that failed to grab us – or you, the paying audience....

The Brawl Lives On In These Other Games! Super Smash Bros. is a popular fighting and party game franchise to both casual and competitive players. The game contains an enormous roster of characters, fun and wacky stages, and an interesting array of game modes and features. If you’ve finished playing Super Smash Bros. and are looking for alternatives – fret not! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top 8 picks....

Crash & Learn Episode 2 of 9-1-1 Season 6 starts with Athena and Bobby driving to Florida. In the last episode, her parents had an accident. Athena’s dad is in a medically induced coma but luckily her mom is well. Athena tries to step in and be there for both of her parents but her mom makes it difficult. In the end, Bobby is caught in the middle of their heated arguments as he tries to de-escalate the situation....

Shake It Out Heavily advertised and promoted across the UK in the past few months, A Confession feels like a show that could easily have broken the stigma surrounding ITV’s dramas as of late. With the exception of Manhunt earlier this year, all too often these crime dramas have fallen into tired cliches and trope-filled writing that’s failed to really ignite this genre. With an inspired Martin Freeman at the helm, A Confession tries and fails to break this trend, with amateurish camera work and expository heavy dialogue holding this back from being a better title....

Again My Life Episode 9 Again My Life is a mystery thriller K-drama based on a webtoon of the same name. Back in high school, Kim Hui-Wu (Lee Joon-Gi) had the lowest grades of his school. After working hard and applying himself, he eventually got in university and passed the bar exam. Kim Hui-Wu becomes a successful prosecutor but during an investigation into a crooked politician, Jo Tae-Seob (Lee Kyoung-Young), he is killed by a mysterious man....

Entering and Exiting Songrim Episode 10 of Alchemy of Souls starts with Maidservant Kim preparing Jang-Uk’s abode for when he returns from Songrim. She’s convinced that he’s going to come back with a wife. Using the familiar bird analogies, Mu-Deok and Kim verbally trade disagreements over this. Still, that doesn’t stop Mu-Deok having doubts sown in her mind over Jang-Uk’s true affection and whether Kim may actually be right. Jang-Uk passes his test of reading the rules and mastering Songrim’s basic education in record time....

The Book Of Prophecy The Time Assassin Episode 7 of Alice begins with the assassin drugging Tae-Yi and leaving her passed out on the floor. He phones his contact and advises that they’re ready. Thankfully, Jin-Gyeom shows up and stops the man in his tracks. He’s been sent back in time to try and kill Tae-Yi in a bid to save the future. Jin-Gyeom saves the day and takes Tae-Yi to the hospital....

Hell Hath No Fury Like A Woman Scorned So here we go, six weeks have passed and Angela Black finally looks set to deliver a dramatic and conclusive chapter to this Sunday night drama. How did Olivier and Theo meet? We start off episode 6 in the past, as Theo and Olivier wind up on the same train together. With problems on the train (now we know it’s definitely an authentic English drama!...

“Off With Her Head!” Episode 3 of Anne Boleyn picks up right where we left off, as Anne prepares for the fate lying before her. It’s two weeks before Anne’s beheading and she’s taken to the tower where she’ll spend her remaining days. In her cell, Anne falls asleep and is haunted by nightmares again. Her own maids are gone, and worse, her daughter has been moved to Hatfield. As she’s kept confined, Anne is given her food alongside the Constable of the Tower, William Kingston....

White Dragon Episode 5 of Around the World in 80 Days begins with Fogg, Passepartout and Abigail arriving in Hong Kong. However, there’s a problem. Fogg’s finances have been cut off, thanks to Kneedling arriving with a forged letter earlier, stating he’s actually a police inspector. Kneedling intends to “arrest” Fogg when he arrives, pointing out to the bank that he’s a fraudster and they should be vigilant. With no money and not many prospects, the pair need to bide their time but that’s easier said than done with Kneedling after them....

Battle Mountain Episode 7 of Around the World in 80 Days starts us off in the great expanse of the American West. It’s Day 65 of this big trip and Fogg and co. are in a bumpy carriage driven by four horses. The trio are rocking around all over the place. They’re on a tight schedule, so much so in fact that they’ve got barely any food and resources to go on....

Parallel Fates After yesterday’s somewhat subdued episode, Arthdal Chronicles returns with a really well written episode, one that continues to push Tanya into the limelight as the most interesting character of the show. Her time with Saya is certainly one of the highlights of this second half and the introduction of the slave area Doldambul helps add to the locations showcased in this series – one of the issues I’ve had with this second half of Arthdal Chronicles....

Family Woes Episode 2 of At A Distance, Spring is Green starts with Soo-Hyun walking away, through the pouring rain and back home. There, he meets Koo-Hyun and offers to buy some food. It doesn’t take long before things become tense, especially when Soo-Hyun notices a book for civil law. Koo-Hyun wants to study and he’s going to move out to do so. Yeo Joon hangs back and talks to So-Bin, agreeing to walk to her dorm room while holing an umbrella....

Grapes Well we’ve made it folks. It’s been a rocky ride and the show has certainly had its ups and downs. From numerous love triangles through to some absolutely bizarre stylistic choices, Backstreet Rookie has certainly been an acquired taste. However, there’s no denying that the characters have done a great job in their roles and there’s a warm, fuzzy feel to the way this one ends. The finale of Backstreet Rookie (episode 16) begins with Dae-Hyun awakening to find Saet-Byul has gone....

When Becka opens the door to see the brothers, realization sets in her eyes. She glares, but Matt doesn’t give away to Tom the fact that they know each other. Matt asks her combative questions, which she answers spikily. When they leave, he admits to Tom that he’s been seeing Becka. He mentions that she once said her family let her down, causing her to lose the lot for her business....

Turnaround Baki part 3 episode 2 begins with the next match starting, pitting Sea King Jo against Alai Jr. While preparing outside, Alai is approached by Kozue, Baki’s lover. He drops to his knees and promises to help as the fight begins. Alai Jr makes swift work of his foe, using his speed to win the round with ease. Two Sea Kings defeated back to back by foreign winners sees the crowd (and the remaining Sea Kings) desperate to make an example of whoever the next man is that’s going to step foot in the arena....

Future Lovers is a poignant tale full of frantic moments, red alerts, and aches and pains. But, somewhere between the lines, there’s a chance for hope. The inner conflicts which take hold can dissipate, and life can be more than bearable for Bank Arcade. This band sees the world differently, and they don’t boast about that, as they use their desire as a tool in their pursuit of dreams. Future Lovers is their LP which can drag them away from the gutters; the dusty rooms which only beat hard on their minds....