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Old 08-11-2016, 13:17
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Emmerdale is doing very well. Still no2 soap spot. This is often touted after a big week on Emmerdale, the latter will fall back behind EE, but at the moment, its been 2 weeks so far, and Emmerdale is still oit in front.

It will be interesting to see what hppens as we edge closer to Christmas. Will EE get a boost thanks to Christmas approaching?

The bonus EE has on Christmas Day, is that the BBC schedule is often so strong, many viewers just keep BBC1 on all day. Its only last year where this changed somewhat.
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Old 08-11-2016, 13:18
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Might be wrong here but weren't there a couple of episodes left over from last year that they didn't air? In which case could be a longer run than 8 episodes if they show them as part of this run.

Hopefully this one rates well again. Would be interesting to see how it does if it runs beyond CBB. I know there was one episode after it last year and didn't do well but I remember there being some sort of reason why, so that might not be representative of how it could do.
Wasn't the last ep aired after CBB have finished? I'm pretty sure that's why it struggled. It was in an exposed slot with no support.
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Old 08-11-2016, 13:47
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No he admitted he's rather have EE than Bake-Off.
He was talking about Bake Off at the time, but I took it to mean he was attracted to EE more generally.
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Old 08-11-2016, 14:38
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Dare I suggest slightly disappointing for last night's episode?

There has been a notable slowing of the pace the last two weeks, but I thought this was a fairly strong episode nonetheless.
As you know we watched the first episode on broadcast day, as the ad/# free on demand version was available.

Tuesdays is our viewing day now, as I'm sure it is for many others.
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Old 08-11-2016, 14:40
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Radio Times - DCI Banks axed after 5 series
We all saw this one coming didn't we?
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Old 08-11-2016, 14:57
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We all saw this one coming didn't we?
Yep, the numbers weren't good enough this time. Not a difficult decision, I imagine.
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Old 08-11-2016, 15:22
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Might be wrong here but weren't there a couple of episodes left over from last year that they didn't air? In which case could be a longer run than 8 episodes if they show them as part of this run.

Hopefully this one rates well again. Would be interesting to see how it does if it runs beyond CBB. I know there was one episode after it last year and didn't do well but I remember there being some sort of reason why, so that might not be representative of how it could do.
It had a lot of problems in the last run though, not least the absolutely frenetic editing and poor production values compared to the original. I hope the new series has taken on board the feedback from this as I like the format but It genuinely made me feel motion sick last time I watched it.
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Old 08-11-2016, 15:25
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Radio Times - DCI Banks axed after 5 series
Given they killed off their best character last series a sensible decision.
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Old 08-11-2016, 15:49
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It had a lot of problems in the last run though, not least the absolutely frenetic editing and poor production values compared to the original. I hope the new series has taken on board the feedback from this as I like the format but It genuinely made me feel motion sick last time I watched it.
Not sure about poor production values, I think that's harsh and I don't think it would have risen for episode 2 if that was the case.

The editing was a little frenetic certainly, overdoing it at times with the camera work and hopefully that will be looked at, but I couldn't fault the rest and overall I thought Whizz Kid did a very good job.
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Old 08-11-2016, 15:57
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Radio Times - DCI Banks axed after 5 series
It doesn't surprise me. It has been struggling in the ratings and from series 4 they ditched the books and created their own mysteries with DCI Banks. I think this may have turned away a good few viewers as the series writers also changed giving the show a different feel.
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Old 08-11-2016, 15:59
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I enjoyed Rich Hall's Presidential Grudge Match on BBC4 and I suspect they will be more than happy with 0.66m (3.4%)
Well it's not like they have to worry about a second series!
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:11
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Not sure about poor production values, I think that's harsh and I don't think it would have risen for episode 2 if that was the case.

The editing was a little frenetic certainly, overdoing it at times with the camera work and hopefully that will be looked at, but I couldn't fault the rest and overall I thought Whizz Kid did a very good job.
I wonder who'll they will get this series? The last series had a decent lineup but I would go for more themed episodes like Emma v Rylan to tie in with CBB or Holly v Phil
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:16
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Final, no doubt miniscule, rating for Morgana's The Agency?
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:19
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It doesn't surprise me. It has been struggling in the ratings and from series 4 they ditched the books and created their own mysteries with DCI Banks. I think this may have turned away a good few viewers as the series writers also changed giving the show a different feel.
It was dreadful from the get-go. Tompkinson was on Sunday Brunch not long ago bigging it up so it seems as though this was a sudden decision. Should've been put out of its misery after the first series when it was clear how badly miscast he was.
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:23
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Now with Capaldi they moved 2 full series in 2 years and now another loooooong break. Wonder why? *cough* Sherlock *cough*
That really doesn't add up. There were three years from filming for series 3 to filming the upcoming series in which the only Sherlock activity was the New Year Special and there have only been 11 episodes in six years. It simply cannot be the case that every delay in the Dr Who schedule is entirely due to Sherlock.
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:33
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ITV has enough crime dramas to justify the axe of DCI Banks. I'm sure Left Bank will get a commission from ITV for a new crime drama to make up for it.
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:38
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That really doesn't add up. There were three years from filming for series 3 to filming the upcoming series in which the only Sherlock activity was the New Year Special and there have only been 11 episodes in six years. It simply cannot be the case that every delay in the Dr Who schedule is entirely due to Sherlock.
I'm fairly sure the reason for the delay was Stephen Moffat working on both shows. He should have handed Doctor Who over if he wanted to spend so much time on Sherlock.
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:41
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Speaking of Doctor Who, the Doctor Who Experience is closing next year which is based just across the road in Cardiff Bay.

There is a petition to save it

https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitio...e-from-closure

Apologies for advertising the petition on the ratings thread
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:42
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Odds on which US election programme The Ratings Thread will decide is best tonight

ITV: 1/10 Fav
BBC: 4/1
Sky: 100/1



Come on then guys. Which will you be watching? Perhaps looking elsewhere to CNN or some other US source?
I guess it's hard to compare the different coverage, because both ITV and the BBC are mainly relying on partnerships with the US networks.

I'll personally be looking between all three (and some US channels), but will probably be sticking with ITV. I won't be watching all night, I'll probably wake up at about 2am when things start to get interesting.
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:43
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ITV has enough crime dramas to justify the axe of DCI Banks. I'm sure Left Bank will get a commission from ITV for a new crime drama to make up for it.
Possibly but it is running out of contemporary, recurring character, 2 hour story series with Lewis and now Banks going. I presume Vera will be back next year but after that ... ? Everything else seems to be single story, single series stuff (to say nothing of rather variable in quality!)
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:45
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Speaking of Doctor Who, the Doctor Who Experience is closing next year which is based just across the road in Cardiff Bay.

There is a petition to save it

https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitio...e-from-closure

Apologies for advertising the petition on the ratings thread
It's not that surprising to be fair. I'm a fan of the show (and have visited the experience), but the interest in the show has been dwindling. The Argos catalogue used to have a full page of DW merchandise, the last one had none whatsoever.
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:45
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I'm fairly sure the reason for the delay was Stephen Moffat working on both shows. He should have handed Doctor Who over if he wanted to spend so much time on Sherlock.
Well, he has now, so we'll see whether your theory holds up!
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:47
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Possibly but it is running out of contemporary, recurring character, 2 hour story series with Lewis and now Banks going. I presume Vera will be back next year but after that ... ? Everything else seems to be single story, single series stuff (to say nothing of rather variable in quality!)
They've got Endeavour which is still their crown jewel if you ask me. At three (?) eps a year though it's hardly a good-sized tent-pole for them.
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:51
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It's not that surprising to be fair. I'm a fan of the show (and have visited the experience), but the interest in the show has been dwindling. The Argos catalogue used to have a full page of DW merchandise, the last one had none whatsoever.
It's got nowt to do with interest levels ...

Commenting on behalf of the City of Cardiff Council, a spokesman said: "The land currently occupied by the Doctor Who Experience is owned by the Welsh Government and their development partner, Igloo Regeneration. It was leased to the City Council for 5 years to enable its relocation from Olympia to Cardiff on a temporary basis.

"It has always been the intention for the site to be developed as part of the ongoing Porth Teigr regeneration project. The agreement was always intended to be for 5 years only, reflecting the nature of the attraction. The decision to close the Experience at the end of the lease next summer has been mutually agreed by all parties involved, including the operators BBC Worldwide."


Read more at http://www.southwales-eveningpost.co...TJIdiTLumJP.99
It's rather silly starting a petition now opposing something that was written into the contract from the very first!
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Old 08-11-2016, 16:54
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They've got Endeavour which is still their crown jewel if you ask me. At three (?) eps a year though it's hardly a good-sized tent-pole for them.
Yes they do. I did say 'contemporary' though. I know that a lot of Morse fans, like me, don't watch because they aren't happy with the whole prequel concept.
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