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Anna Maxwell Martin put off by the Celebrity Traitors as it ‘films too late’

The Motherland star revealed why she would not star in the celebrity spin-off series of the hit BBC show.

Evening Standard

New Prime Video thriller Steal is a heart-stopping high-stakes cash heist — but stick with the sloppy middle to get a gratifying payoff

I’ve never wanted to work in finance less after watching new Prime Video thriller Steal — but after this traumatic binge, I can probably add trade processing to my CV.

TechRadar

From betrayal and murder to Regency romance: TV shows to watch out for in 2026

A look at some of the most anticipated TV shows of 2026.

Evening Standard

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Amandaland Christmas special review – Jennifer Saunders is sublime in this Ab Fab reunion

The TV legend is back on screen with Joanna Lumley for a brilliant guest role in the Motherland spinoff. It’s all off to Aunt Joan’s mansion for a beautfifully bittersweet festive tale

The Guardian - UK

The Amandaland Christmas special has a hilarious Motherland Easter egg only a true superfan can spot

The Amandaland Christmas special is a British sitcom masterpiece, so keep your eye out for an extra crafty Motherland Easter egg.

TechRadar

TV comedy is back – starting with a festive Ab Fab reunion in Amandaland

Christmas episode of the Motherland spin-off is riding a resurgence begun by last year’s Gavin and Stacey finale

The Guardian - UK

Anna Maxwell Martin looks back: ‘I was bullied a little bit, but it didn’t affect me because I was a happy weirdo’

The actor on being an introverted extrovert, performing as a pearly queen, and becoming a single mother when her husband died

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Motherland star’s urgent plea about ‘devastating’ impact of Sats on Send children

Anna Maxwell Martin among campaigners to say primary Sats impact Send children

The Independent UK

Sats ‘devastating’ for Send pupils, Motherland star and parent campaigners say

Anna Maxwell Martin and 22 parent organisations and campaigners were delivering an open letter to the Education Secretary.

Evening Standard

Amandaland is returning for Christmas! Test your knowledge of the Motherland spin-off with our Quiz of the Day

A very exciting Amandaland Christmas special has been confirmed - how well do you know the show and its hilarious characters?

Woman & Home

My kids gave me enough material to write TV comedy. Where will the jokes come from now they’ve left?

The inspirations for my BBC TV show have packed up and gone to uni, leaving me to rattle around on my own, says writer and television producer Helen Serafinowicz

The Guardian - UK

Parents running ‘gauntlet of horror’ to access Send support – Motherland actor

Anna Maxwell Martin said children were being written off amid a ‘ridiculous’ punitive approach involving fines for non-attendance.

The Independent UK

Busting the tough bush stereotypes, rural dads open up

Eight farmers have revealed their trials and triumphs raising kids on the land, in an interview series that aims to encourage vulnerability in rural men.

AAP

Diane Morgan says she wasn’t asked to join cast of Motherland spin off

‘Bit awkward,’ comedian joked

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Where Is Iggy Azalea Now? Rapper Swaps Music and OnlyFans for Crypto Casino and Memecoin

Iggy Azalea launched a crypto casino and memecoin called MOTHER in May 2024, shifting from music to digital finance. The move sparked buzz and warnings about the risks of celebrity-backed crypto ventures.

Evening Standard

BBC comedy series Amandaland to return for second series

The Motherland spin-off follows Lucy Punch’s character Amanda after her move to London.

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: more cringeworthy comedy in Amandaland

The hugely fun Motherland spin-off continues to create excruciating moments. Plus: Charlie and Daisy May Cooper reunite. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

Amandaland review – a rare chance to laugh so hard you wee yourself

The worst Motherland mother of all gets her own spin-off – and the gag rate is so high it fizzes with the hysterical energy of perimenopause. It’s good to be back in hell

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The Independent UK

Amandaland will make you howl with laughter – Lucy Punch has never been better

4/5 ‘Motherland’ spin-off, following Punch’s posh alpha mum, is clever, jolly and hard to resist

WhatToWatch

I'm a huge fan of Motherland, but spin-off Amandaland is (dare I say it!) better than the original

I'm a huge Motherland fan and new spin-off Amandaland is the comedy we have all been waiting for.

Evening Standard

Amandaland: What can we expect from the new Motherland spin-off?

The new spin-off follows the new life of Motherland’s Amanda, played by Lucy Punch

The National (Scotland)

Motherland spin-off Amandaland starts this week: Cast list and how to watch

A new BBC sitcom, Amandaland is a spin-off from the popular Motherland starring Lucy Punch and Joanna Lumley.

Woman & Home

How to watch Amandaland from anywhere - stream the Motherland spin-off for free

You won't want to miss a moment of Amandaland - you don't have to! Here's how to tune into the Motherland spin-off from anywhere in the world

WhatToWatch

How to watch Amandaland online and stream the Motherland spin-off FREE on BBC iPlayer

Our guide explains how to watch Amandaland free on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from Wednesday, February 9, and no matter where you are in the world.

Evening Standard

South Harlesden: your guide to Amandaland's London neighbourhood

Is Harlesden really as gritty as Amanda makes out? The area is certainly spiritually far from Chiswick, if not geographically, says local Bridget Geehan

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