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The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (May 22–May 24)

A new show from the creators of Stranger Things, an explosive Jack Ryan movie, and the latest season of Rick and Morty are among this week's top streaming picks

Total Film

'It's been brutal' – Olly Murs cycles through torrential rain and the pain of a lost toenail to raise money for Unicef

The pop star and presenter’s ‘Into The Unknown’ charity challenge involves riding, rowing and running a mystery route from Manchester to London

Cycling Weekly

Olly Murs completes first day of 400km challenge for Soccer Aid

He was only told his route hours before he set off from Manchester’s Old Trafford stadium on Monday, cheered on by comedian John Bishop.

Evening Standard

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‘People feel like they’re in on the joke’: the new wave of pseudo-biopics

It’s not about John Bishop, Anna Wintour or Bill Clinton, but … Screen stories about pop stars, actors, sporting heroes or politicians bend fact by steering close to the deeds, or misdeeds, of real celebrities. What’s behind their rise?

The Guardian - UK

Primate to Tyler Ballgame: the week in rave reviews

Johannes Roberts directs a concise chimp-gone-wild shocker, and the critically loved crooner releases his debut album. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from the Guardian’s best-rated reviews

The Guardian - UK

John Bishop calls 2026 World Cup ‘a joke’ in Trump rant

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The Independent UK

John Bishop calls for boycott over World Cup in Trump’s America: ‘It’s a joke and a complete embarrassment’

The comedian and former semi-professional player made his thoughts on controversial tournament known

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John Bishop calls for fans to boycott 2026 World Cup because of Donald Trump

John Bishop has urged football fans to boycott the World Cup, branding the tournament “a joke.”

The Independent UK

John Bishop wanted to help write film based on his life but had to step away

Is This Thing On? was co-written and produced by Bradley Cooper and tells the story of Alex and Tess, characters based on Bishop and his wife.

Evening Standard

Is This Thing On? review – funny is as funny does in Bradley Cooper’s John Bishop-inspired tale

Cooper directs Will Arnett in this likable, semi-believable story about a man heading for a divorce who discovers a cathartic outlet in comedy

The Guardian - UK

Is This Thing On? review – John Bishop inspired this Bradley Cooper movie, and it somehow works!

3/5 Will Arnett and Laura Dern play a separated couple who journey down roads of self-discovery, in this small, well-intentioned comedy drama

The Independent UK

‘It turned out I had a brain tumour …’ Six standup comics on what spurred them to get on stage

When it comes to origin stories, comedians have some of the strangest – from performing for a £5 bet to getting back at their boss to making an unlikely pact with a friend

The Guardian - UK

Will Arnett shares kids' reaction after missing out on Golden Globe to their mother Amy Poehler

Earlier this month, Poehler picked up the ceremony’s first-ever podcast award for her series Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Evening Standard

Claudia Winkleman ‘won’t tell us anything’ about The Traitors, admits husband Kris Thykier

The current series has gripped viewers through surprise banishments, secret twists and shock revelations

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The Independent UK

Former teacher praises Lando Norris after ex-student becomes F1 world champion

Norris received congratulations from across the globe after his win, including from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Sports Illustrated

College Hoops Broadcaster Has Amazing Meltdown Over Bad Call by Refs

Creighton play-by-play caller Josh Bishop had no trouble ripping referees to shreds after a questionable foul call.

Sports Illustrated

Irate Creighton Radio Announcer Goes Viral with ‘Horse Crap’ Call

Creighton’s radio announcer screamed about a bad call against the Bluejays.

The Independent UK

How John Bishop inspired Bradley Cooper’s new film Is This Thing On?

British comedian John Bishop became the inspiration for the new film Is This Thing On, directed by Bradley Cooper, after sharing his life story with a film producer at a nightclub in London.

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Evening Standard

Bradley Cooper on how his new film was ‘directly’ influenced by British humour

Is This Thing On?, directed by Cooper, is part-inspired by the life of British comedian John Bishop.

The Guardian - US

Is This Thing On? review – Bradley Cooper’s comedy of comedians is a charmer

The actor’s third film as director is a gentle romcom of divorce and standup comedy with standout turns from Will Arnett and Laura Dern

Evening Standard

Jason Manford shares health update after illness and surgery forced him to cancel tour dates

The comedian had to miss four live shows after undergoing emergency surgery - but says he's determined not to let it ruin his holiday

The Independent UK

Will Arnett reveals whether he’ll tackle Scouse accent for Bradley Cooper’s John Bishop biopic

The ‘Arrested Development’ star revealed the film won’t be set in UK as producers ‘didn’t want it to be too “Billy Elliot” or “Full Monty”’

Evening Standard

John Bishop leads celebrity well-wishers after Liverpool trophy parade crash horror

The comedian, who was at the parade with his father, Edward, expressed his shock and sadness in a heartfelt post on Instagram

The Independent UK

Bradley Cooper and Will Arnett’s new movie inspired by life of unlikely British comedian

‘Is This Thing On?’ recently wrapped production in New York

The Independent UK

John Bishop quits BBC chat show because of Graham Norton

Comedian has explained why he’s called it a day

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