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After establishing their characters in MobLand‘s first season, Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren didn’t have to spend any time explaining who the Harrigans are in Season 2’s premiere — well, except for that one time when Conrad told the petrified waiter exactly who’d just shot up everyone in the suite.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / September 21

Pierce Brosnan and Dame Helen Mirren 'don't hang'

Pierce Brosnan and Dame Helen Mirren "don't hang" when they're not working. The pair play a married couple in MobLand, and also worked together on the 2024 movie The Thursday Murder Club, and although they get along well and stay in contact when not filming, they don't get to see each other off-screen.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 18

‘MobLand’s Pierce Brosnan & Helen Mirren on the Harrigans’ True Connection

The second season of MobLand begins with a literal bang as Conrad (Pierce Brosnan) and Maeve (Helen Mirren) come in guns blazing after being slighted in a deal with one “Gakbu,” who’s apparently chosen to work with their estranged son, Kevin (Paddy Consadine) instead.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / September 17

Olivia Cooke had racy 'awakening' watching this Christmas classic

Olivia Cooke had a "sexual awakening" the first time she watched Bad Santa. The 32-year-old actress made the racy confession after her A Talent For Murder castmate Dame Helen Mirren described Billy Bob Thornton's 2003 comedy as her favourite festive movie.

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / September 14

'Things Get Sad' – Tom Hardy Quashes Rumored Feud With ‘MobLand’ Co-Star Helen Mirren

MobLand is one of the shows that is on everyone’s feed, and not because of an amazing plot, phenomenal performances, or nerve-racking cliffhangers. Despite having all of that, it has specifically stuck in everyone’s mind because of what transpired behind the scenes.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / September 14

Dame Helen Mirren avoids doctors and uses AI to get medical advice

Dame Helen Mirren avoids doctors and turns to artificial intelligence (AI) for medical advice. The actress admitted she is the "opposite of hypochondria...

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / September 11

'Oh, Bless Her' – Tom Hardy Acknowledges Helen Mirren’s Defense Amid Ongoing 'MobLand' Dispute

From on-set tensions to creative clashes, Tom Hardy’s MobLand controversy had everything that could go wrong on a filming set, and yet no one actually knows what transpired during the production of the series.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / September 10

Dame Helen Mirren reiterates support for Tom Hardy

Dame Helen Mirren "absolutely loves" working with Tom Hardy. The 80-year-old actress has again voiced her support for her MobLand co-star amid reports his future on the show had been in doubt until recent clear-the-air talks with show bosses following claims he had "clashed with producers".

Entertainment News / Netflix Junkie / September 8

From Helen Mirren’s Oscar-Winning ‘The Queen’ to ‘A Royal Night Out’: 5 Queen Elizabeth Movies to Watch

Queen Elizabeth II spent seven decades on the throne, so naturally, cinema and television have spent equally as much time trying to figure out what was happening behind that famously composed face.

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The 20 best female detectives on TV

Though the world of policing has been and to some degree continues to be male-dominated, female detectives–both as members of police departments and as amateur sleuths–have found a remarkable welcome on TV.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 28

Helen Mirren Makes Public Showing of Support for Tom Hardy Amid ‘MobLand’ Firing Reports

The dame has spoken. Amid various reports that Tom Hardy‘s future with MobLand is in jeopardy, costar Helen Mirren is speaking out in a public showing of support for the reportedly embattled actor.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / May 7

Dame Helen Mirren honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2026 Taormina Film Festival

Dame Helen Mirren is the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient at Italy’s Taormina Film Festival. The 80-year-old acting legend's illustrious career will be celebrated at the event - which runs from June 10 to June 14 - during an evening that pays tribute to Italian actress Anna Magnani.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 13

Dame Helen Mirren concerned by social media influence

Dame Helen Mirren feels concerned by the influence of social media. The 80-year-old actress believes social media pressures men and women to meet unrealistic beauty standards.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / January 7

Dame Helen Mirren: Acting is a roller coaster adventure

Dame Helen Mirren relishes the "roller coaster adventure" of acting. The 80-year-old actress has enjoyed a hugely successful career in the movie business, starring films such as The Queen, Hitchcock, Eye in the Sky, and Red, and Helen admits that she still gets a huge thrill from appearing on-screen.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / September 2, 2025

Book vs. Film: The Biggest Changes in Netflix’s Thursday Murder Club Explained

Listen, I’ve got things to say about the Netflix adaptation of the Thursday Murder Club, and I’m not afraid to share them. After devouring Richard Osman’s delightful novel series (yes, all four books), I settled in with high hopes for the Helen Mirren-led film.

Dame Helen Mirren: Starting a new project is nerve-racking

Dame Helen Mirren finds starting a new job to be a "nerve-racking" experience. The 80-year-old actress has enjoyed huge success in her career, starring on stage and screen for more than six decades - but Helen still feels anxious whenever she begins a new role.

'It really annoys me': Dame Helen Mirren hates being patronised in old age

Dame Helen Mirren hates the "condescension" that comes with getting older. The Thursday Murder Club actress celebrated her 80th birthday last month and admits that she cannot abide the attitude that some have towards her at this stage of her life.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / August 21, 2025

Helen Mirren Boldly Says James Bond 'Has to Be a Guy'

We all know Helen Mirren could play any part but one part she would never play, “Bond. James Bond.” For six decades, that iconic name and catchphrase have defined one of cinema’s most popular spy franchises, though naturally the face attached to it has changed many times.

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20 great TV show prequels that lived up to the original show

When done right, a TV show prequel can be as good, if not better, than its successor. The best prequels aren’t just entertaining, but allow fans to see the original shows through a whole new lens.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / May 6, 2025

'1923' star Harrison Ford shares if he wants to continue his role after 'Yellowstone' prequel

At a FYC event for 1923, Harrison Ford, who starred as Jacob Dutton, opened up about whether or not he would come back to the Yellowstone universe.

25 movie stars who made the move to TV

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The most-memorable quotes from the "Fast & Furious" franchise

It’s time to hit the noz and take things to the next gear!

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The 25 grittiest historical TV series

For quite some time, the historical drama has been one of the most lucrative and popular genres for various television networks. Many times, to accomplish this sense of immersion, a historical series will lean into the grittiness of the past. Take a look through the gallery below to see which historical TV series lean into the gritty aspect of their stories.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / November 15, 2021

Tom Felton releases merchandise for 20th 'Harry Potter' anniversary

The 34-year-old actor has been in the Harry Potter spirit, as he went as Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) for Halloween this year and will be featured in Cartoon Network/TBS' commemorative trivia event Hogwarts Tournament of Houses.

Britney Spears praises Hailey Bieber's Halloween costume: 'I think I won brownie points with my kids'

Kristen Stewart reflects on Robert Pattinson and 'Twilight': 'We were young and stupid'

Adele helps couple get engaged during her 'One Night Only' concert: 'I love a surprise'

25 movies that definitely did not need a sequel

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / October 28, 2021

Watch the trailer for 'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses'

If Dame Helen Mirren is there, we're in. The trailer for Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses, a four-part competition series hosted by Mirren, arrived Thursday.

The 25 greatest director's cuts

The most memorable movie character deaths

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / September 15, 2021

Helen Mirren to host Harry Potter competition series

Helen Mirren to host 'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses' competition series

Dame Hellen Mirren is the only person to have accomplished the Triple Crown of Acting—winning an Academy Award, Emmy Award and Tony Award—in both the United States and her native United Kingdom, but her resume is really popping now that she's set to enter the wizarding world.

25 films where actors brilliantly played against type

Thanks for nothing, Academy: The biggest snubs in Oscar history

Your June 2019 entertainment planner

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