Reality fans can dive into the fresh coastal drama of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island or catch up with the chaos of The Valley on Hayu, while comedy lovers have plenty to celebrate with the return of Jean Smart in Hacks on Crave and the debut of Dan Levy’s Big Mistakes on Netflix.

From the nostalgic 20th-anniversary deep dive of The Reunion: Laguna Beach to the gritty historical ambition of King & Conqueror, this month offers a sharp mix of biting wit, prestige drama, and overdue sequels that should keep any watchlist packed.

The Valley

The Valley crew is ready to reset the vibe in season three as they navigate major life changes from babies and breakups to bold new beginnings, but the drama is never far behind. Joining the cast this season are Vanderpump Rules’ Tom Schwartz and Lala Kent.

The Valley returned on Wednesday, April 1. Airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo and streams on Hayu.

The Real Housewives of Rhode Island

They may live in the smallest state in the U.S., but their drama? Extra large. The Real Housewives of Rhode Island spotlights a fresh, charismatic group of women whose lives intertwine across the storied coastline of New England luxury.

Premiered on Thursday, April 2 at 9 p.m. ET/PT and streams on Hayu.

Your Friends and Neighbors

In season two, Andrew Cooper (Jon Hamm) doubles down on his life as an unlikely suburban thief, until the arrival of a new neighbour (James Marsden) threatens to expose his secrets and place his family at risk.

Your Friends and Neighbors returned on Friday, April 3. New episodes will stream weekly on Apple TV.

A Taste for Murder

Follows DCI Joe Mottram (Warren Brown, Strike Back), a star detective with the Metropolitan police who, after a personal tragedy, retreats to Capri in Italy with his daughter to stay with his Italian in-laws for the summer.

A Taste of Murder premieres Tuesday, April 7 on BritBox.

The Boys

The fifth and final season of The Boys is an apocalyptic climax where the world is now a playground for Homelander’s erratic, egomaniacal whims. With Hughie, Mother’s Milk, and Frenchie imprisoned in a “Freedom Camp” and Kimiko missing, a desperate Annie is left to mount a resistance against an overwhelming Supe force alone. However, Butcher’s reappearance – and his willingness to use a virus that would wipe every Supe off the map  – sets in motion a scorched-earth endgame that will forever change the world and everyone in it.

The Toronto-shot The Boys returns on Wednesday, April 8 on Prime Video.

The Testaments

This sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale follows Agnes (Chase Infiniti) and Daisy (Lucy Halliday), two teens in Gilead who must navigate an elite preparatory school where obedience is brutally enforced. Their bond becomes the catalyst that will transform their lives.

The Testaments premieres Wednesday, April 8 on Disney+ in Canada.

Hacks

In the aftermath of mistaken and unflattering news reports that she passed away, Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava (Hannah Einbinder) return to Las Vegas more determined than ever to secure Deborah’s legacy as a comedian.

HBO Max’s Hacks returns Thursday, April 9, at 9 p.m. ET on Crave.

Big Mistakes

Two directionless siblings are blackmailed into the world of organized crime. Created by and starring Dan Levy, alongside Laurie Metcalf, Taylor Ortega, and Jack Innanen (Paul Baker from Adults).

Big Mistakes premieres Thursday, April 9, on Netflix.

The Miniature Wife

A technological accident serves as a catalyst for Lindy (Elizabeth Banks) and Les (Matthew Macfadyen), a married couple, to re-evaluate their relationship’s power dynamics, leading to a dramatic showdown as they vie for control in their marriage.

Peacock’s The Miniature Wife premieres Thursday, April 9, on Crave in Canada.

Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair

Malcolm (Frankie Muniz) and his daughter are drawn into the family’s chaos when Hal (Bryan Cranston) and Lois (Jane Kaczmarek) demand his presence for their 40th wedding anniversary party.

Hulu’s Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair premieres Friday, April 10, on Disney+ in Canada.

The Reunion: Laguna Beach

For the 20th anniversary of the show that started it all, The Reunion: Laguna Beach offers a nostalgic deep dive into the “Real Orange County” two decades later. This special brings the original cast back together to share untold backstage stories, react to their most infamous high school moments, and explore how their lives – and the town itself – have evolved since the cameras stopped rolling. It’s a must-watch retrospective that proves some high school dramas truly never fade.

The Reunion: Laguna Beach will stream Friday, April 10, on the Roku Channel.

Euphoria

A group of childhood friends wrestle with the virtue of faith, the possibility of redemption, and the problem of evil.

The third season of HBO’s Euphoria premieres Sunday, April 12, at 9 p.m. ET on Crave.

The Audacity

In the bubble of Silicon Valley, the unorthodox relationship between a wannabe tech titan and his therapist illustrates the Valley’s madness and failings. Starring Billy Magnussen, Zach Galifianakis, and Lucy Punch.

The Audacity premieres on Sunday, April 12, at 9 p.m. ET on AMC and streams on AMC+.

Margo’s Got Money Troubles

Margo’s Got Money Troubles stars Elle Fanning as a struggling young mother who launches a successful OnlyFans account using the pro-wrestling business savvy of her estranged father (Nick Offerman). Co-starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Nicole Kidman, this David E. Kelley series is a bold, comedic look at the high cost of internet fame and the lengths one will go to stay afloat.

Margo’s Got Money Troubles premieres on Wednesday, April 15, on Apple TV.

Beef

At an elite country club, two young employees film an alarming fight between their boss and his wife – and ignite a blackmail war neither side can win. The second season of Beef stars Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, Charles Melton, Cailee Spaeny, and Youn Yuh-jung.

Beef returns on Thursday, April 16, on Netflix.

Big Mood

It’s been a year since Maggie (Nicola Coughlan) and Eddie (Lydia West) last saw each other, without any contact between the best friends. When Eddie suddenly returns for a wedding, she isn’t alone – Maggie has competition, in the form of an infuriatingly positive spiritual healer named Whitney (Hannah Onslow). Can Maggie and her special brand of chaos find space in Eddie’s new life? Or will Maggie lose Eddie forever?

The second season of Big Mood premieres Thursday, April 16, on Tubi in Canada.

Unchosen

When a young mother from a sheltered cult crosses paths with a mysterious stranger, she embarks on a risky affair that awakens desires and dark secrets. Cast includes Siobhan Finneran and Asa Butterfield.

Unchosen premieres on Thursday, April 21, on Netflix.

Running Point

With the championship in sight, Isla (Kate Hudson) must summon all her heart and hustle to outmaneuver chaos in both the locker room and the boardroom.

The second season of Running Point premieres on Thursday, April 23, on Netflix.

After the Flood

In the second season of After the Flood, newly promoted detective Jo Marshall (Sophie Rundle) navigates a Waterside gripped by moorland fires and the threat of fresh flooding. When a body is discovered in bizarre circumstances, Jo’s race to catch a killer pits her against influential figures and forced secret investigations.

After the Flood returns on Thursday, April 23, on BritBox.

Late Bloomer

The third season follows Jasmeet Dutta (Jasmeet Raina) who after closing a chapter on his last relationship, turns the page with new heights in his career, including starring in his first film, entering the livestream world, and growing a dedicated fandom. But as he battles the pressures of his career, he struggles to maintain his relationships with his friends and family.

Late Bloomer returns on Friday, April 24, on Crave.

Half Man

Ruben (Richard Gadd) turns up at his estranged brother, Niall’s (Jamie Bell) wedding, acting as a catalyst for a revival of the last 40 years of their relationship.

The BBC and HBO’s Half Man premieres Friday, April 24, on Crave.

Widow’s Bay

A skeptical mayor leads the superstitious residents of a cursed New England island. Stars Matthew Rhys.

Widow’s Bay premieres Wednesday, April 29, on Apple TV.

King & Conqueror

King & Conqueror stars James Norton as Harold of Wessex and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as William of Normandy, two former allies destined for a legendary clash at the Battle of Hastings. This sweeping historical drama explores how fate and ambition drove both men toward an inevitable conflict over the English crown in 1066. Featuring Clémence Poésy and Eddie Marsan, the series provides a visceral, high-stakes look at the power struggle that redefined a nation’s history.

King & Conqueror premieres Thursday, April 30, on Showcase and streams on STACKTV.

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom. Featuring the voices of Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Jack Black.

The Drama

A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. Starring Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, and Alana Haim.

Hamlet

Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy is reimagined in a bold, modern adaptation set within London’s elite South Asian community. When Hamlet (Riz Ahmed) returns for his father’s funeral, he is stunned to discover his uncle Claudius is marrying his newly widowed mother. Also features Morfydd Clark, Timothy Spall, and Joe Alwyn.

You, Me & Tuscany

When a woman crashes at an empty Italian villa, posing as the owner’s fiancée, she discovers an unexpected romance that may transform her life. Starring Regé-Jean Page and Halle Bailey.

Mile End Kicks

A 24-year-old music critic gets romantically involved with members of an indie band she decides to publicize. Directed by Canadian Chandler Levack (I Like Movies) and starring Barbie Ferreira, Jay Baruchel, and Devon Bostick.

Lee Cronin’s the Mummy

The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace. Eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she is returned to them, as what should be a joyful reunion turns into a living nightmare. Starring Jack Reynor.

The Christophers

The children of a once famous artist hire a forger to complete some unfinished, long ago abandoned canvases so they’ll have an inheritance when he dies. Directed by Steven Soderbergh and starring Michaela Coel and Ian McKellen.

Michael

The story of the famous musician Michael Jackson, the King of Pop. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo.

Mother Mary

Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer, Sam Anselm, on the eve of her comeback performance. Starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel.

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This past month’s watchlist was the perfect companion, offering a mix of comforting returning favourites and some truly stellar new premieres that made the couch-bound days feel a lot more like an adventure.

Here is a look at what kept me occupied during my recovery.

Below Deck Down Under

Between The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City ladies bringing high-altitude delusions to sea level and Chef Ben treating the galley like a culinary combat zone, the crew’s tangled love lives are somehow still the messiest things on board. It’s a five-star disaster where the only thing more over-the-top than the Housewives’ demands is the sheer audacity of the yachties’ boatmance drama.

Below Deck Down Under Season 4 continues to stream on Hayu.

The Valley: Persian Style

Even without the Shahs of Sunset backstory, it’s clear that these “suburban” lives are fueled by decades of unresolved resentment and enough Persian tea to drown a cul-de-sac.

The first season is a fascinating, chaotic introduction to a group where the Persian tea is always scalding and the only thing more fragile than the marriages is the peace during a desert trip.

Tommy and Reza are a bridge that burned, collapsed, and was then salted for good measure. Fingers crossed for a Season 2 that explores MJ’s divorce from Tommy.

The Valley: Persian Style Season 1 is streaming on Hayu.

Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette

The controversial series is a visual feast of ‘90s minimalism, trading deep substance for the high-gloss perfection of Carolyn’s (Sarah Pidgeon) sleep neutrals and John’s (Canadian Paul Anthony Kelly) signature hair.

It’s a nostalgic “time capsule” of Manhattan elite that feels more like an editorial from Vogue (or Details!), punctuated by a killer alt-rock soundtrack – from Mazzy Star to The Stone Roses – that makes the inevitable tragedy look and sound undeniably chic.

Memorable performances from the finale from Constance Zimmer (Ann Marie Messina)and Grace Gummer (Caroline Kennedy). Fans even want a series centred around Alessandro Nivola’s take on Calvin Klein.

Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette is streaming on Disney+.

Industry

The fourth season is a brutal high-wire act where Sir Henry Muck’s (Kit Harington) privileged world finally collapses into a drug-fueled, depressive spiral, leaving Yasmin (Marisa Abela) to trade her last shred of morality for the protection of an aristocratic name while Whitney (Max Minghella) and Rishi (Sagar Radia) spiral through their own frantic, high-stakes failures.

While the “Tender” empire implodes, Harper (Myha’la) completes her transition into a corporate phantom, weaponizing a chilling detachment that reveals her true priorities. She proves herself a creature of the trade floor entirely, appearing more fundamentally shattered by the professional loss of Eric (Ken Leung) – her true architect – than by the death of her own mother.

Industry Season 4 is streaming on Crave.

Paradise

Season two is a high-stakes masterclass in atmospheric dread, successfully channeling the “glory days” of early Lost by grounding its survivalist tension in the mind-bending possibilities of quantum physics and time-loop theories. The island transforms into a metaphysical puzzle box, anchored by the magnetic arrival of Thomas Doherty and the masterful, heavy-hitting performances of Julianne Nicholson and Sterling K. Brown, who bring a grounded gravitas to the cosmic chaos.

While Shailene Woodley’s brilliant guest arc is tragically brief, her presence adds a searing emotional weight to the increasingly wild temporal shifts. It is a season that proves the show is at its best when it treats its survivors like pawns in a scientific game of chess, balancing the frantic search for answers with the chilling realization that “the variables” are finally catching up to the constants.

Paradise is streaming on Disney+.

The Madison

Michelle Pfeiffer delivers a hauntingly luminous performance as Stacy Clyburn, capturing the jagged, unvarnished reality of a grieving widow whose world has been upended by sudden tragedy. She anchors the series with a “steely” grace, proving that even in the vast expanse of Montana, the smallest tremors of loss are the hardest to navigate.

Meanwhile, Canadian Patrick J. Adams undergoes a total stylistic pivot from the brilliant, fast-talking confidence of Suits‘ Mike Ross to play Russell McIntosh – a “constitutionally helpless” investment banker who is hilariously out of his element without WiFi and a wine list. It’s a refreshing departure that trades courtroom heroics for the comedic frustration of a big-city “suit” drowning in a sea of rural sensibilities.

The Madison streams on Paramount+ and a second season has already been filmed.

The Pitt

The real-time medical pressure cooker led by Noah Wyle returned for a second season. The Fourth of July shift has been a masterclass in tension as the staff battles burnout and a relentless influx of trauma cases.

The Pitt continues on Crave.

Scrubs

Seeing Zach Braff, Donald Faison, and Sarah Chalke back together at Sacred Heart has been the ultimate “soul food” for recovery; there is something incredibly comforting about the way their chemistry hasn’t aged a day, even as they navigate life as the “old guard” mentors.

Scrubs continues to stream on Crave and Disney+.

RJ Decker

Scott Speedman delivers a masterclass in “shaggy-dog” charisma, trading his signature brooding intensity for a refreshing, comedic turn as a disgraced photographer-turned-PI who is as sharp with a dry one-liner as he is behind a lens.

In a brilliant departure from his usual dramatic fare, Speedman finds the perfect balance between South Florida noir and slapstick absurdity, proving he’s at his best when playing a man whose life is as messy and humid as the Everglades cases he’s trying to solve.

RJ Decker streams on Disney+ and Crave.

DTF St. Louis

Don’t let the title fool you – this isn’t just a raunchy suburban satire, but a surprisingly tender “suburban noir” that trades cheap thrills for a deeply weird, high-stakes study of middle-age malaise and accidental crime.

The HBO series stars Jason Bateman as a twitchy weatherman, David Harbour as a husband and father who wants to do better, and Linda Cardellini as a potentially nuanced “Midwestern femme fatale.”

DTF St. Louis continues on Crave.

Rooster

Co-created by Bill Lawrence (Ted Lasso, Scrubs) and Matt Tarses, this “suburban-academic” comedy follows a messy, middle-aged novelist who becomes a writer-in-residence at a New England college to reconnect with his adult daughter. It’s a classic “fish-out-of-water” setup that trades the soccer pitch for an ivory tower, promising a mix of high-brow wit and the creators’ signature heartfelt optimism.

Steve Carell returns to his comedic roots with a masterclass in “lovable awkwardness,” perfectly balanced by the sharp, grounded energy of Charly Clive and a standout Danielle Deadwyler (who will next star in Ryan Coogler’s reboot of The X-Files). While the slapstick occasionally veers into farce, the series finds its soul in the crackling chemistry between its veteran cast – including a delightfully blowhard John C. McGinley (Dr. Cox on Scrubs) and a smarmy, scene-stealing Phil Dunster (Jamie Tartt on Ted Lasso) – proving that “failing upward” is always more entertaining when the pedigree is this high.

HBO’s Rooster streams on Crave.

The Comeback

The Comeback is a cringe-comedy masterpiece following the perpetually resilient, wonderfully misguided Valerie Cherish (Lisa Kudrow) as she navigates Hollywood’s indignities for a documentary crew. Catching up on the first two seasons this past month was the perfect primer for her long-awaited return.

After a decade away, Valerie is back for a final chapter where she tackles the ultimate industry threat: starring in a sitcom written entirely by Artificial Intelligence. It is fantastic to have Kudrow back on screen, and I can’t wait to see how she navigates this brave new digital world.

HBO’s The Comeback streams on Crave.

Saturday Night Live UK

The first two episodes of Saturday Night Live UK successfully translate the iconic format with a biting British edge, anchored by George Fouracres’ pitch-perfect, “exhausted headmaster” take on Keir Starmer. Jack Shep is an early standout, stealing every sketch with a hilariously surreal and “disturbingly good” Princess Diana that has already gone viral.

Weekend Update has quickly become the show’s sharpest weapon, as Paddy Young and Ania Magliano deliver a modern, acidic chemistry. Their ruthless roasting of Prince Andrew proves that while the studio feels familiar, the humour possesses a darker, quintessentially British sting.

Saturday Night Live UK streams on Crave.

Bait

Riz Ahmed’s Bait is a high-wire meta-satire that uses the ingenious premise of a “James Bond” audition to deconstruct the crushing weight of representation. It transforms a struggling actor’s pursuit of 007 into a hallucinatory, often hilarious “identity circus” where the line between career-making dream and cultural sell-out becomes dangerously blurred.

The series is a sonic and visual marvel, anchored by Shruti Kumar’s atmospheric score and a curated soundtrack that bridges generations – weaving together 1970s Indian film music, vintage Qawwali, and modern UK hits. It is a bold, rhythmic exploration of British-South Asian identity that proves some of the best spy stories happen far away from the MI6 headquarters.

Bait is streaming on Prime Video.

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Update: SNL UK will also air at 10 p.m. ET on Canadian speciality network CTV Comedy Channel.

Helmed by Canadian SNL creator and executive producer Lorne Michaels, the British adaptation will preserve the franchise’s famously gruelling production cycle: every episode is written, rehearsed, and performed within a single week. The show will be staged in front of. A live audience at London’s iconic Television Centre, the historic home of Top of the Pops and the current filming site for The Graham Norton Show.

Viewers can expect the classic SNL blueprint, including an opening monologue, topical sketches, live musical performances, and a UK adaptation of the satirical “Weekend Update” segment.

The Inaugural Cast and Guest Lineup

The Saturday Night Live UK freshman cast features a mix of rising comedic talent: Hammed Animashaun, Ayoade Bamgboye, Larry Dean, Celeste Dring, George Fouracres, Ania Magliano, Annabel Marlow, Al Nash, Jack Shep, Emma Sidi, and Paddy Young.

Ahead of the premiere, Sky announced that the first season order has been expanded from six to eight episodes, each running for 75 minutes. The high-profile host and musical guest lineup for the first three weeks include:

• March 21 (Premiere): Host Tina Fey (SNL, 30 Rock) with musical guest Wet Leg.
• March 28: Host Jamie Dornan (Belfast) with musical guest Wolf Alice.
• April 4: Host Riz Ahmed (Bait, Hamlet) with musical guest Kasabian.

The SNL Global Footprint

While this marks a major UK milestone, the franchise has seen a Canadian iteration before. SNL Québec originally ran from 2014 to 2025, followed by a special one-episode revival in January 2018.

Meanwhile, the flagship U.S. version of Saturday Night Live – currently in its 51st season – is set to resume on April 4. That episode will feature host Jack Black and musical guest Jack White, airing at 11:30 p.m. ET on Global and NBC.

Saturday Night Live UK premieres Saturday, March 21 at 10 p.m. on Sky in the UK and CTV Comedy Channel in Canada , with episodes available for streaming the next day on Crave in Canada. Peacock will stream SNL UK in the U.S.

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Produced by the same powerhouse team behind The Graham Norton Show – check out my interview with producer Graham Stuart here – the new series sees Winkleman, beloved for co-hosting Strictly Come Dancing and the global phenomenon The Traitors UK, welcoming A-list stars from film, television, and music to her sofa for lively, audience-led conversations. Fans may recall Claudia’s successful turn as a guest host for Norton back in January 2025.

Upcoming Guest Lineups

The inaugural season consists of seven episodes filmed at London’s iconic Television Centre.

In the premiere, Hollywood icon Jeff Goldblum (Jurassic Park, Wicked) discusses his band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra; actress Vanessa Williams talks about her West End run in The Devil Wears Prada; British national treasure Jennifer Saunders previews her new film The Magic Faraway Tree; and comedian Tom Allen discusses his book, Common Decency.

The second episode on March 28 will feature singer Niall Horan, comedians Guz Khan and Joanne McNally, and actress Rachel Zegler. The third episode, airing on April 4, will feature comedian Jimmy Carr and actresses Chase Infiniti and Lisa Kurdrow.

In the U.K., the series airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, where it originally debuted on March 13.

The Claudia Winkleman Show airs Saturdays at 11 p.m. ET/PT on BBC First.

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What sets Kingdom apart from other NHU (Natural History Unit) series?

If I had to pick one word to describe Kingdom it would be ‘intensity’. It’s almost Shakespearean in its feel, and it’s incredibly ambitious in its scale. It’s a story that speaks across the ages because it focuses on four families in one location all struggling to survive. They’ve got their internal struggles, but they’ve also got struggles against the other rival families. And this creates a really intriguing tapestry of rich stories.

It’s high drama – it’s got a bit of Game of Thrones, it’s got a bit of Succession, but it’s also got a bit of The Lion King. But Kingdom also has this wonderful warmth about it. It can be quite a white-knuckle ride at times, but there are also some wonderful moments of beauty and tenderness. We’ve tried to construct it as a bingeable continuing narrative.

We filmed over five years, which is the longest we have ever continuously filmed in one location, and that in itself is quite an achievement. There are of course risks to putting all your eggs in one basket by focusing solely on one location, but it has absolutely paid off with Kingdom.

We worked closely with the local scientists and conservationists on the ground in Nsefu. A lot of them have been there for generations, so they know all the stories, the backgrounds and the family lineages of all the main players. That gives us a huge advantage in figuring out what’s going on between these four families.

What can audiences expect to see?

From the start when we’re parachuted into this extraordinary location, it’s in complete turmoil. The lion pride, which has previously been dominant, has depleted and suddenly, out of nowhere, a family of wild dogs arrives on the scene and creates utter chaos. We see this unfold through the eyes of all the main players. We get to see it through the eyes of this wonderful leopard, Olimba, who has been in Nsefu for all her life and seen all manner of things come and go. We have a hyena family and then a lion family which has depleted in numbers and has lost its ‘mojo’.

Over five episodes, we see how the power of these rival families waxes and wanes. We start off with the dogs in the ascendant, and then something happens to them, and then suddenly the hyenas are in the ascendant, but then something happens to them… So you’re constantly caught in this rollercoaster of shifting power dynamics. It’s a bit like watching the top of the Premier League, like a leaderboard of who’s winning and who’s losing. You’ve got this constant sense of wondering what’s going to happen next. And I think as you watch it you begin to start rooting for a team, but what’s strange is that you’ll probably also switch teams as the story goes on. One minute you’re team lion, the next you might be team hyena.

I don’t think anybody’s ever tried to tell this story from so many different perspectives. And the thing that I think is really exciting about it is that it doesn’t feel like you’re creating this in the cutting room. It feels very real, very observed and very of the moment. You don’t feel the hand of the filmmaker as such – it feels authentic and very visceral. Even though it’s filmed beautifully, it almost feels like you’re watching everything unfold through CCTV.

There are some real gut-churning moments in Kingdom, but then also some very warm and tender family moments. For you, do you have a particular highlight from the show?

I think the moment that we meet Olimba, and you see this beautiful leopard with her young cubs, and you’re lulled into this very idyllic moment of wonderful natural history. Then, suddenly, out of nowhere, these wild dogs come in like a rampaging army and turn everything upside down. They chase all the prey around, Olimba has to disappear – even the elephants are freaked out. It’s a very dramatic incident.

If you were writing a drama, that’s the kind of moment you would want to write into the script. That sets the scene of the series so powerfully. I think that’s a favourite moment for me.

If you had to pick, are you Team Lion, Team Leopard, Team Wild Dog or Team Hyena?

Oh, team Olimba, definitely! Of all these animals, she’s at the bottom of the pecking order. We think of leopards as these beautiful and very powerful animals, but actually because they’re solitary, they find it quite tough in an environment surrounded by these other multi-individual animal families and packs.

These families have the numbers, which is essentially a kind of power which Olimba never has, so she’s always having to bob and weave between them all. But she’s so clever, she’s so accomplished and she’s such a survivor. I love the fact that throughout all this turmoil and the ups and downs of all these other players coming and going, retreating, and the rest of it, throughout all of that, she’s still there.

She nurtures, yet she also then has to give out some tough love, and then she also has to look after herself, and then she has to try and find a male. She has to be clever, she has to make difficult decisions about herself and her family, which I think are very empathetic.

What do you hope audiences take away from Kingdom?

I want audiences to marvel at these animals and the intensity of their day to day lives in Nsefu. I want audiences to witness the determination of these animals to do what it takes to survive and do the best they can for themselves and their families. It’s quite reflective of our own lives. We have our own ups and downs, but these animals, every single day, are having to make intense life of death decisions. They have such resilience. I think it’s very uplifting in that way. Of course, it’s a tough watch at times but ultimately, it’s about resilience, hope, and success.

Having spent so much time observing these animals and filming them, we’re seeing amazing bits of animal behaviour that people have never seen on television before, like wild dogs working together to force hyenas off a kill.

I think there’s a lot we can learn from the show on animal behaviour. I believe audiences will learn more about Africa and East African predators from Kingdom than anywhere else. These predators are top of the food chain and what they do influences the whole ecosystem, like a pyramid, it trickles down.

The stars of our show are of course our four rival families, but we’ll see all sorts of other creatures, from hippos to storks and crocodiles. There’s lots of supporting characters who have important roles to play.

What does it mean to have Sir David Attenborough narrate the series?

I’ve worked with David for many years, and every show I’ve worked with him on he always brings that important ingredient. It’s more than just being the voice, whether that’s authenticity, intensity, or whether that’s humour. Kingdom is not a fairy story, it’s a very real story. And I think you need David with you to guide you through it and to reassure you that it will be all right in the end.

There’s going to be some ups and downs, but it’s worth the journey. I suppose it’s just having him hold your hand, saying, this is going to be a bumpy ride, but stick with it, it’s going to be amazing. And he does that so brilliantly. Nsefu is a dynamic place, stuff happens completely out of the blue and things are constantly changing. It’s sometimes rough and raw, but it’s also gorgeous and beautiful. Having David there brings that safety.

Kingdom airs Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on BBC Earth. The first two episodes are now streaming on BBC Earth via Prime Video Channels. There is a nationwide Free Preview of BBC Earth running through April 30.

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Canadian Coronation Street spoilers for Monday, February 16, 2026

Leanne offers to buy Maggie’s stake in the Rovers. Will frets over Megan’s health.

Canadian Coronation Street spoilers for Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Eva calls an ambulance for Ben. Roy and Carla mark an important anniversary.

Canadian Coronation Street spoilers for Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tyrone demands the truth from Carl. Eva and Maggie call a truce.

Canadian Coronation Street spoilers for Thursday, February 19, 2026

Will implores Megan to dump Daniel. Lisa has only hazy memories of the night before.

Canadian Coronation Street spoilers for Friday, February 20, 2026

Will’s old racing pal from Hull reconnects with Megan. Sally pays an unwelcome visit.

How to Watch Coronation Street During the 2026 Winter Olympics in Canada

Coronation Street airs weeknights on CBC and streams on CBC Gem.

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Beyond the Gates spoilers for Monday, February 16, 2026

One pair of lovers solidifies their relationship while in Puerto Rico. Doug’s night goes from bad to worse. Noami suffers a heartbreaking loss. June saves the day.

Beyond the Gates spoilers for Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Couples across town celebrate Valentine’s Day in wildly different ways. Anita serenades Vernon. Joey cedes control to Vanessa. Martin’s gift to Smitty backfires. Hayley finally gets what she wants.

Beyond the Gates spoilers for Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Bill calls in a favour to Joey. Tomas’ questions rile Hayley. Ashley’s resourcefulness upsets Grayson. Dani tests Nicole’s real feelings about Ted and her new men. Randy is tasked with a new assignment that threatens to expose his entire con.

Beyond the Gates spoilers for Thursday, February 19, 2026

Leslie ruins Anita’s lunch, which pushes Anita’s help issues out in the open. Elon schools Jacob on the brutal realities of going deep undercover. Naomi surprises Hayley. Lynette deals with two tense confrontations.

Beyond the Gates spoilers for Friday, February 20, 2026

Anastasia’s rumour-mongering forces Anita’s hand. Vanessa has a potential solution to Nicole and Samantha’s dilemma. Joey watches Hayley and Randy squirm in front of Bill.

Beyond the Gates Is Now Airing on E! in Canada

Beyond the Gates airs weekdays on CBS and E! in Canada. Canadians can also stream Beyond the Gates the next day on Crave, CTV.ca and the CTV app.

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Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Monday, February 16, 2026

Bill rushes Eric to complete his designs.

Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Eric begins to have a breathing episode. Donna attempts to get him to go to the hospital.

Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Liam tells Hope the truth about Eric. Bill and Katie reveal to Brooke and Ridge that Eric is Katie’s designer.

Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Thursday, February 19, 2026

Eric and Ridge have a confrontation with devastating results.

Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Friday, February 20, 2026

Eric comes clean to Brooke and Ridge. Electra and Will desperately deal with their relationship.

The Bold and the Beautiful airs weekdays on CTV and CBS. Canadians can also stream B&B on Crave, CTV.ca, and the CTV app. Stream The Bold and the Beautiful with Apple TV.

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General Hospital spoilers for Monday, February 16, 2026

Maxie is stunned. Nathan is blindsided. Ric takes Elizabeth on a date. Carly and Jason catch up.

General Hospital spoilers for Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Laura surprises Alexis. Tracy has words for Sidwell. Ric questions Sonny. Lucas is adamant. Dante makes an admission to Michael.

General Hospital spoilers for Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Willow makes a revelation to Nina. Brook Lynn counsels Spinelli. Lulu opens up to Laura. Nathan confides in Dante. Kristina encourages Cody.

General Hospital spoilers for Thursday, February 19, 2026

Maxie’s loved ones welcome her home. Ric makes a stunning claim. Willow delivers news to Drew. Michael is in the hot seat. Alexis makes an observation.

General Hospital spoilers for Friday, February 20, 2026

The citizens of Port Charles remember the late Luke Spencer.

General Hospital airs weekdays on Citytv and ABC. Canadian viewers can catch up with Citytv+ and on Citytv.com. Stream General Hospital with Apple TV.

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