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David Tennant’s forgotten British thriller is on TV tonight

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David Tennant is due to return on our TVs later this year in ITV drama “The Hack” and the upcoming film adaptation of “Thursday Murder Club,” but if you’re eager and can’t wait, there’s a perfect movie for an immediate watch tonight!

2009 British thriller “Glorious 39,” penned and helmed by Stephen Poliakoff, marked one of Tennant’s initial film appearances after his roles in “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” and “Bright Young Things.

The story unfolds during the summer of 1939, with Britain teetering on the edge of war. Anne Keyes, portrayed by Romola Garai, discovers a chilling conspiracy that jeopardizes not only her life but also those of people close to her, such as the outspoken MP Hector, played by Tennant.

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Despite the comforting words from those nearby, Anne embarks on a quest to discover the reality, as doubts about her own mental state start to creep in.

If it seems appealing for your Easter weekend, Glorious 39 will be aired tonight at 11:50 PM on BBC Two.

It seems like the movie screening might have passed, even on Good Friday, but don’t fret! You can catch “Glorious 39” on BBC iPlayer soon after it airs.

In addition to Tennant and Garai, this thriller boasts an impressive ensemble, which includes Bill Nighy, Christopher Lee, Eddie Redmayne, Juno Temple, Hugh Bonneville, Charlie Cox, Jenny Agutter, and Julie Christie.

Tennant and Garai are part of a star-studded cast in this thriller, alongside the likes of Bill Nighy, Christopher Lee, Eddie Redmayne, Juno Temple, Hugh Bonneville, Charlie Cox, Jenny Agutter, and Julie Christie.

Just last week, it became official that Tennant will be portraying the villainous character of Ian Ventham in the upcoming movie adaptation of ‘The Thursday Murder Club’, set to premiere on Netflix towards the end of this year.

Additionally, he has disclosed that he was advised against taking on the role of Doctor Who, as he was informed that it might not be a good fit for him.

Tonight at 11:50 PM, the captivating series “Glorious 39” is set to air on BBC Two. You’ll be able to catch it on BBC iPlayer not long after it’s been aired.

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2025-04-18 09:20

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