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The BBC has 'revealed the future' of a beloved new murder mystery series that fans have dubbed the 'next Jonathan Creek. Ludwig, which stars David Mitchell, 50, hit BBC One and BBC iPlayer at the end of September and became an instant hit.

Ludwig hit screens to rave reviews last week - with fans hailing the irreverant murder mystery as 'the next Jonathan Creek' after just one episode. The show, which stars David Mitchell, 50, hit BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Wednesday and fans are already obsessed. In the new series, David plays John 'Ludwig' Taylor, an introverted and reclusive puzzle setter, who against his better judgement, is dragged into an exciting adventure after his identical twin brother goes missing. If you've already binged the series - possible since all episodes are available to stream - you may be looking for your next murder mystery fix. Here's our pick of the genre's five best contenders to scratch the itch.

Longlist nominations for the TV Choice Awards 2025 have finally been revealed  - and television fans can have their say now as the first round of voting opened on Tuesday. Once again, there is a wealth of top TV and talent vying for votes, from beloved soaps to new witty comedies and murder mysteries.

BBC viewers are hooked on an 'absolutely brilliant' new murder mystery series, which has been dubbed the 'next Jonathan Creek'. The new show, which stars David Mitchell , 50, hit BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Wednesday and fans are already obsessed.

From Wolf Hall's long-awaited final act to a riotous Jilly Cooper romp, these are the upcoming television treats you won't want to miss. Our expert has rounded up the 20 most exciting dramas, thrillers, comedy and true crime shows coming to screens this autumn. So if you're going to be after something new to watch as the nights draw in, look no further...

Anna Maxwell Martin has undergone a striking new look in David Mitchell 's new BBC comedy Ludwig. The Line Of Duty actress, 47, who will play Lucy Betts-Taylor, is starring in the six-part detective series alongside David himself and a very familiar face Rose Ayling-Ellis.

Fans of the novel by British author Holly Jackson have long been excited for the programme. The literary sensation, which has become a viral classic for TikTok book lovers everywhere, entails the story of single minded, 17-year-old Pip Fitz-Amobi, from the fictional English town of Little Kilton, who is determined to prove a murderer's innocence for a school project.

The actor, 45,is currently starring opposite Anna Maxwell Martin in a production of The Constituent at The Old Vic in London and made the audience wait on Saturday  while he watched England take victory in the penalty shootout. The former Gavin and Stacey star then lost signal on his iPad, so invited an audience member up to the stage to stream the match on his phone.

Following his showdown over an egg salad in a chi-chi New York restaurant, James Corden has acquired a bit of a reputation. But, whether you consider this portly Uxbridge man to be hair-triggered or hilarious, he brings all that and more to bear in a startling and moving return to the stage at London's Old Vic - opposite Anna Maxwell Martin as a stressed-out 'opposition' MP. Corden plays Alec, a British army veteran who's turned to fitting security alarms after serving in Afghanistan . This brings him to the surgery of ex-school mate, now MP, Monica (Maxwell Martin).

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Has David Beckham's appointment as ambassador to the King's Foundation smoothed his path to a knighthood? He was furious when he wasn't gonged in 2013, raging in an email - which he claims was faked - about the bunch of 'c****' who run the honours system. He took exception to singer Katherine Jenkins getting an honour, asking: 'Katherine Jenkins OBE for what? Singing at the rugby and going to see the troops. F****** joke.' All forgotten now? The bromance between footballer and monarch will have piqued Prince Andrew. The Yorks and the Beckhams were once the closest of pals, so much so Andrew even arranged to host Harper Beckham's princess-themed sixth birthday party at Buckingham Palace. Relations between the families are now quite frosty. But if Beckham wants an exclusive venue for his 50th birthday party next May, his new bestie the King might oblige. Motherland's Anna Maxwell Martin, pictured, insists she has never been stung by cruel reviews suggesting she isn't the prettiest actress in the firmament. 'I feel really lucky I got so many brilliant, interesting parts that had nothing to do with the way I looked,' says Anna. 'I'm not putting myself down. I've got very high self-esteem, but I didn't have to compete with Sienna Miller. I don't want to look like a bag of s****.'

Anna Maxwell Martin has opened up on the aftermath of the sudden death of her ex-husband Roger Michell in 2021. The actress, 47, met the late Notting Hill director in 2004 and they went on to tie the knot in 2010, welcoming two daughters together, Maggie, 15, and Nancy, 13. They announced their separation in 2020, before Roger passed away the following year at the age of 65. 

James Corden got stuck into rehearsals ahead of his West End return in The Constituent at London's Old Vic theatre this summer. The comedian, 45, put on an animated display while practicing his lines with his co-star Anna Maxwell Martin.

A brutal rebellion on a train full of the last humans, a 'zomromcom' in which the dead start shuffling around London and a contemporary reimagining of an HG Wells classic... there's so much for fans of post-apocalyptic fiction and sci-fi to get stuck into right now. We've selected the 25 dramas and films that it really would be the end of the world to miss - sifting through thousands of options so you don't have to. Looking for a new series or film to stream On Demand? Read on to find out the shows worth investing your precious time in...

Anna Maxwell Martin was the epitome of chic in a strapless black blouse as she attended the star-studded 2024 Olivier Awards on Sunday. The actress, 46, who is famed for starring in the Line Of Duty, couldn't wipe the smile off her face as she posed on London's Royal Albert Hall staircase.

A heart-rendering romance, deranged political satire and the horrifying tale of a real-life stalker... there's so much to sink your teeth into this weekend. We've selected the 20 best shows to watch On Demand right now - sifting through thousands of options to save you the bother. Looking for a new series to stream? Read on to find out the shows worth investing your time in...

In a recent adaptation of The Talented Mr Ripley, an air stewardess, is involved in a stylish whodunnit and a star-studded melodrama you don't want to miss? Which of these 30 psychological thrillers will you binge next? Our analysts have chosen the most chilling shows to watch on Demand right now, sifting through hundreds of choices to save you the hassle. Can't decide what to watch tonight?

Fans of the book by British author Holly Jackson have long awaited the series, and a quick ten-second clip posted by the BBC on social media has sparked a rage. Emma Myers, who plays Pip, is seen nervously navigating a packed room of dancing teenagers in a party on Instagram.

A dramatic mixture of tension, passion, and intrigue can be obtained during period dramas. But with so many options across so many streaming services, where should you start? Well, our reporters have done the hard work for you by sifting through copies to bring you an unbeatable selection of 30 options that will take you back to the excitement and passion of long-past eras.

In our analysts' picks of the best shows to watch On Demand right now, ripping thrillers, romantic comedies, and period dramas are all included. The experts have chosen their top 20 shows to watch this weekend, as well as reviewing new launches. Find out what to watch this weekend by clicking here.

Anna Maxwell Martin, 46, of Glasgow, wrapped up against the cold in a pink Ganni puffer jacket, an almost identical representation of Julia Maxwell's costume on BBC's Motherland. Julia's trademark frown disappeared this week as mother-of-two Anna and her partner, Ferdy Unger-Hamilton, wore a shearling jacket by Axel Arigato and a baseball cap. The couple, who have been dating since 2022, strolled North London with Anna's rescue terrier, Bobby.

On Sunday evening, the name of the game at the International Convention Centre in Newport on Sunday evening was glamour. Television presenter Alex Jones led the way in a navy blue one-shoulder dress, while Line of Duty's Anna Maxwell Martin followed as they walked the red carpet at the glittering event. Broadcaster Alex, 46, posed at the restaurant before being invited to present an award at the bash.

Anna Maxwell Martin was seen for the first time on the set of BBC's latest drama A Good Girl's Guide To Murder in Somerset on Tuesday. The actress, 46, was in great spirits when she pulled faces and giggled with crew members between takes. Anna put on a leggy appearance in a striped shirt dress for filming and landed in a pair of comfortable black Gucci sandals.

In 1994, Delia Balmer was hacked to within an inch of her life by sadistic canal killer John Sweeney, who also murdered two other women and is accused of inciting more deaths. Sweeney had held her captive and assaulted her repeatedly during a week-long ordeal for which he was detained but released on bail, prior to the assault on her life. He immediately tracked down Ms Balmer, who had been dating for three years, and assaulted her with a wooden axe and a blunt hammer, in which she broke a finger and sustained several other injuries. Delia Balmer, a three-part true crime drama starring Motherland actor Anna Maxwell Martin, and Endeavour actor Shaun Evans as John Sweeney.

The ex-Columbia Music UK president, 51, who went public with Line of Duty actor Anna, 45, is also a close friend of superstar Adele and wrote the hit song Rise for her music idol, Nineties singer Gabrielle. Dido, 51, who is best known for songs Thank You, White Flag, and Here With Me, was linked to actress Denise, 48, in the mid-2000s.