Jonah Hauer-King can currently be seen swimming up a storm alongside Halle Bailey in Disney’s live-action “The Little Mermaid” but for his next project he’s part of a different world – “World on Fire.”
The PBS and BBC drama series has released first look images from its upcoming second season, showing Hauer-King as a grimy pilot called Harry in the Royal Air Force (RAF) during World War II.
Jonah Hauer-King in ‘World on Fire’ (courtesy of BBC)
In the show, which was created by Peter Bowker, he is joined by “The Crown’s” Lesley Manville, Parker Sawyers (“A Discovery of Witches”) and Eugénie Derouand (“The Advent Calendar”).
In new images from Season 2 Manville, who plays Robina, looks elegant in a 1940s hair-do and outfit while Sawyers, who plays Albert, is pictured looking concerned, a Nazi flag visible behind him. Meanwhile Derouand is clad in a nurse’s outfit as Henriette.
Lesley Manville in ‘World on Fire’ (courtesy of BBC)
Also returning for the second season are Blake Harrison (“A Very English Scandal”) as Stan, Julia Brown (“Shetland”) as Lois, Zofia Wichłacz (“Receptura”) as Kasia, Cel Spellman (“Better”) as Joe, Yrsa Daley-Ward (“Outer Range”) as Connie, Eryk Biedunkiewicz as Jan, Ewan Mitchell (“House of the Dragon”) as Tom and Mateusz Więcławek (“Kurier”) as Grzegorz.
“World on Fire” tells the story of a group of RAF pilots sent to destroy German bombers in the early 1940s.
Parker Sawyers in ‘World on Fire’ (courtesy of BBC)
“Telling the story of World War II through the eyes of ordinary people, following intrepid young heroes fighting for freedom, Season 2 will take viewers from the war-torn streets of Britain deep into Nazi Germany, the resistance within occupied France, and the brutal sands of the North African desert – where troops struggle to adapt to a very different kind of combat,” reads the logline.
Joining the second season are Mark Bonnar (“Guilt”), Gregg Sulkin (“Runaways”), Ahad Raza Mir (“Resident Evil”) and Miriam Schiweck (“Der Staatsanwalk”).
Eugénie Derouand in ‘World on Fire’ (courtesy of BBC)
Written by Bowker alongside Rachel Bennette and Matt Jones, the show is produced by Mammoth Screen for PBS Masterpiece and BBC. Drew Casson, Barney Cokeliss and Meenu Gau direct the series.
Amanda Black and Angie Daniell produce while Bowker, Sheena Bucktowonsing, Damien Timmer, Charlotte Webber and Helen Ziegler exec produce alongside Lucy Richer for the BBC, and Susanne Simpson and Rebecca Eaton for Masterpiece.
ITV Studios will distribute the series internationally.
Cel Spellman is joined by Keith Curle, Richard Dunne to analyse our 3-1 win over rivals Manchester United in the Premier League. Phil Foden's brace and Erling Haaland's late strike ensured we come from behind to win in the 192nd Manchester Derby!
MAN CITY REACH CLUB WORLD CUPFINAL!| Urawa Red Diamonds 0-3 ManCity | Club World Cup
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Cel Spellman is joined by Izzy Christiansen, JoleonLescott and Shaun Wright-Phillips as ManchesterCity reach the Club World Cup final after a 3-0 win over Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds in Jeddah, SaudiArabia. City lead 1-0 at the break courtesy of an own goal by Marius Hoibraten on the stroke of half-time before further goals from Mateo Kovacic and Bernardo Silva set up a meeting with Brazilian outfit Fluminense in Friday's final.
Review: Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (TV Animated Series 1971-1974)
Episode 1 – The Fairy Godmother ~ Hiccups
Directed by: Hal Sutherland
By Sofi Ojeda
"Sabrina the Teenage Witch" from 1970 was an animated series that unfolded its magical world through traditional animation techniques. Created by Filmation, the show utilized hand-drawn animation, a prevalent method during that era. The materials primarily involved paper, pencils, ink, and painted cels layered over backgrounds. The episodes were captured using traditional animation cameras, where each hand-drawn frame was photographed sequentially to create the illusion of motion.
Originally a character from the comics, Sabrina Spellman was created by writer George Gladir and artist Dan DeCarlo. She first appeared in the 22nd issue of the humor anthology Archie’s Mad House in 1962. Originally intended as a one-off character, the overwhelming positive response from fans prompted the creators to continue producing new stories with her, eventually leading to her own titles and numerous appearances per year.
Her transition to the small screen was met with enthusiastic reception. Starting as part of "The Archie Comedy Hour," Sabrina's popularity soared, and audience demand for more of her presence led to the development of her standalone series. This success was pivotal in launching Sabrina into her own show, where her adventures as a teenage witch at Riverdale High captivated a broad audience, primarily targeting young girls aged 6 to 14.
During its initial run, "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" became the highest-rated children’s program of 1970, garnering immense popularity and setting the stage for further developments in the Archie Comics franchise. The overwhelming demand and positive reception culminated in Sabrina's branching out into her own series and expanding her appearances in various media.
The animated series left an indelible mark, contributing to Sabrina's enduring legacy. Her character transcended the realm of animation, eventually transitioning into a live-action series. The subsequent live-action adaptation starred Melissa Joan Hart, further solidifying Sabrina's place in popular culture and introducing her magical world to a new generation of viewers.
The series centered on Sabrina Spellman, a teenage witch attending Riverdale High, attempting to balance her everyday teenage life with her magical abilities. It depicted her interactions with her aunts, Hilda and Zelda, her magical cat Salem, and her friends, including her bumbling boyfriend Harvey Kinkle, within the backdrop of a vibrant and lively setting.
The series centered on Sabrina Spellman, a teenage witch attending Riverdale High, attempting to balance her everyday teenage life with her magical abilities. It depicted her interactions with her aunts, Hilda and Zelda, her magical cat Salem, and her friends, including her bumbling boyfriend Harvey Kinkle, within the backdrop of a vibrant and lively setting.
However, its reception and impact have transcended its original airing. The series remains a notable part of animation history, especially within the context of introducing and popularizing Sabrina as a character. Its legacy extends through subsequent adaptations, including a live-action series starring Melissa Joan Hart, which further cemented Sabrina's place in popular culture.
Overall, "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" (1970) serves as a nostalgic gem for those who fondly remember the animated adventures of the charming teenage witch and her escapades in Riverdale. It’s Impact remains evident through Sabrina's continued presence in various forms of media even today.
WWF-UK: CALL OF THE WILD PODCAST - It's Time To Act
#ThereisNoPlanetB - "According to a new report from WWF, global wildlife population sizes have plummeted by 69% on average since 1970. The rate of decline is a severe warning that the rich biodiversity that sustains all life on our planet is in crisis, putting every species at risk – including us.
Using this critical report as a guide, join host, WWF-UK Ambassador Cel Spellman and Mark Wright, Director of Science at WWF-UK, on a whistle-stop tour around the world to find out about the health of our planet – and what nature desperately needs from us right now. With special thanks to Stephanie Jenouvrier from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution; Smriti Dahal, Manager of Conflict, Communities and Connectivity at Tigers Alive Initiative, WWF; and Welsh adventurer, explorer and wildlife biologist Lizzie Daly. " WWF UK
'People’s Plan for Nature' - a response to UK government's attack on environmental protection laws
‘People’s Plan for Nature’ – a response to UK government’s attack on environmental protection laws
Three of the UK’s biggest conservation charities have joined withcelebrities to launch a new People’s Plan for Nature, in response to theGovernment’s “open season” on policy protection for nature, whichcould seed hundreds of environmental laws eased.
The National Trust, the RSPB, and WWF have joined forces with celebrity champions Maisie Williamsand Cel Spellman to launch the People’s Plan for…
Netflix quietly canceled CURSED after one season. This is fitting because CURSED has existed quietly on Netflix. Did anyone watch it? I just know of it because that’s the show TEEN WOLF’s Daniel Sharman was hiding in.
I thought you were low-key in MEDICI. CURSED was a whole new level of invisibility.
Daniel Sharman fans, you have to wait a while to get more photoshoots out of him.
I feel the pain of the CURSED fans (fan?), for I too, have had Netflix cruelly can a favourite show of mine. That show? WHITE LINES which the most of the cast observed the one year anniversary of its release.
The good thing is that some of the costars have still managed to reunite. Ceallach Spellman recently spent the day with Laura Haddock (who will be seen in the next DOWNTON ABBEY film).
and Cel saw Daniel Mays in THE DUMB WAITER.
- Daniel Mays isn’t the only WHITE LINES star treading the boards. Juan Diego Botto is currently starring in UNA NOCHE SIN LUNA (A MOONLESS NIGHT) a one-man play about the works and life of poet Federico Garcia Lorca.
Juan will next be seen in SUICIDE SQUAD
But he’s not the only White Lines alum in a WB/DC film. His White Lines sister Marta Milans returns to SHAZAM: FURY OF THE GODS as Rosa, the foster mother of Billy Batson.