tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-165421892011-04-22T00:32:09.846+01:00An acclaimed Red Dwarf news site. (Formerly known as BigBlake.)::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comBlogger1851100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1147390866030612182006-05-12T00:35:00.000+01:002006-05-22T00:39:43.473+01:00

Updates have certainly gone downhill, haven't they just? My apologies for this. It's just that other than the release of the final DVDs - which are 100% fantastic, don't get me wrong - nothing much has happened.The biggest bugger in the history of buggery is still the absence of funding for The Movie. I pray daily believe you me.Anyway, be sure to subscribe to my Atom feed to have updates

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1135131699206620622005-12-21T02:13:00.000Z2005-12-21T02:22:47.726Z

Apologies for being poor with updates of late. I am aiming to get things going again in the New Year. Reasons for being so poor are simple: 1) Not much* has been going on in the name of Dwarf. And 2) I have been rather busy with university commitments.*Series VII has, of course, been released on DVD and looks to be an amazing release. I haven't actually opened my copy yet because of the

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128623071733942142005-10-06T19:05:00.000+01:002005-10-06T19:27:14.356+01:00

There is an audio interview with Rob Grant on BBCi here.I've not actually listened to it yet, as Real Player isn't installed on this computer. But the article states that, among other things, Rob talks about his "latest novel", Incompetence.Now, we all know that this novel has been available for almost two years in hardback, or just over a year in paperback. So whether the page has simply been

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128111926640816142005-09-30T21:14:00.000+01:002005-09-30T21:26:36.686+01:00

As if the wait for the Series VII DVD wasn't hard enough, the official site has today posted a preview clip of the 'lost' episode, Identity Within.Watch the clip here - requires QuickTime.This DVD is going to be fantastic. But of course, we all know that.Categories: Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128111024881126882005-09-23T21:05:00.000+01:002005-09-30T21:10:24.880+01:00

As discovered by Ganymede & Titan, Chris Barrie's official website has relaunched here.Categories: Cast

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128110547473936772005-09-17T20:48:00.000+01:002005-09-30T21:04:45.263+01:00

Menu screenshots from the Series VII DVD can now be seen on the official site.As I'm sure you will all agree, those Deluxe Digital dudes have done a real neat job.Categories: Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128109292757980012005-09-12T08:32:00.000+01:002005-09-30T20:47:49.486+01:00

The Videodrome in Worcester will be holding an in store signing of the Red Dwarf VII DVD with Robert Llewellyn on Sunday 13th November.Thanks to Alan Preece for this information.Categories: Cast, Events, Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128093796395192132005-09-09T15:53:00.000+01:002005-09-30T16:34:09.156+01:00

There are now some tasty images of the Series VII DVD cover, discs and Collector's Booklet on the official site here.Cover art for the three-episode Rok Player mobile phone card can also be seen on the official site.Categories: Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128091600770576812005-08-22T19:24:00.000+01:002005-09-30T15:46:40.770+01:00

From BBCi:Full episodes of cult TV sci-fi show Red Dwarf are being made available for fans to buy and watch on their mobile phone handsets.Although why on Io anyone would want to watch something on such a piddly little screen is beyond me.Categories: Merchandise, Miscellaneous

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128090413915695222005-08-20T21:18:00.000+01:002005-09-30T20:47:03.826+01:00

On the official site here. Pinch me.Categories: Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1128089206130611332005-08-05T23:17:00.000+01:002005-09-30T15:12:09.640+01:00

The Red Dwarf edition of BBC One's Comedy Connections series will be included on the Series VIII DVD, the official site has confirmed.Bill Pearson's self-made featurette Super Models will also be appearing on the Series VIII DVD.Categories: Series VIII, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127844379099514852005-07-30T18:57:00.000+01:002005-09-27T19:06:19.140+01:00

According to the official site, Red Dwarf headknockers, Mr Flibble glove puppets, calendars, filmcells and mobile phone ROM cards are in development.Wallets on standby.Categories: Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127841099404020672005-07-30T18:07:00.000+01:002005-09-27T18:12:33.870+01:00

Only the narrowest of narrow margins apparently separated Red Dwarf from that elusive top spot, coming in at a still-impressive second place. The winner? Only Doctor Who - the brand-new, promotion-backed series of which ran to (well deserved) critical acclaim and ratings success this year on BBC1. Which is to say that second place is pretty smegging good for a BBC2 comedy series that hasn't had a

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127838955275922612005-07-22T12:54:00.000+01:002005-09-27T18:04:14.240+01:00

Today's update on the official site reveals that Tikka To Ride has been remastered for the Series VII DVD to demonstrate "how the series *should* have looked" CGI-wise.This has come as a mahussive surprise - I really didn't see it coming. But I'll reserve proper judgement until I see the effects in motion. The stills look utterly fantastic, though.Categories: Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise,

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127838414023014442005-07-15T14:29:00.000+01:002005-09-27T17:26:56.163+01:00

Further details about the new episode recorded on the sly can now be seen on the official site.The storyboard images are stunning, each with a surprising degree of detail.This really is going to be an incredible special feature. And possibly one of the best things ever.Categories: Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127835830448945562005-07-08T20:41:00.000+01:002005-09-27T16:47:27.576+01:00

:-OCategories: Series VII, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127835145614668882005-07-04T18:21:00.000+01:002005-09-27T16:32:26.966+01:00

Popular group blog, Observation Dome has relaunched with a swish new look here.I've been a member since day one, but have always struggled with things to say. The others, however, are a great bunch and have always got something new to share.Go on, have a butchers.Categories: Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127834003730124572005-06-24T13:00:00.000+01:002005-09-27T16:15:53.493+01:00

The official site has today revealed the winners of the fan film competition:Attack of the Giant Hand Monster - James HickeyThe Movie: Yeah, No, Yeah, No - Ian Symes/Observation DomeBoth will be included on the Series VII DVD, alongside an introduction by Doug Naylor and a montage of clips from the more interesting runners-up.Congratulations to James Hickey and the Observation Dome

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127833123793422052005-06-10T20:54:00.000+01:002005-09-27T15:58:44.563+01:00

Craig Charles' first episode of Coronation Street is to air on 20th June at 7:30 PM, ITV1.Norman Lovett will again be appearing in The Bill on 22nd June at 8:00 PM, ITV1.And Danny John-Jules has been working with Shabuku Films on their new project The Tournament. Read more about that on Manchester Evening News' site here.Categories: Cast

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127831849650909762005-05-27T14:34:00.000+01:002005-09-27T15:40:12.326+01:00

Sketchy details on the official site mention that Grant Naylor Productions and BBC Video are in discussions with a major partworks publisher to produce a Red Dwarf magazine series.I hate, hate, HATE magazine partworks. But if this proposed 18-issue run is in any way similar to the original Smegazines they are on to a good thing.Expect more details to follow.Categories: Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127827185856554362005-05-27T14:26:00.000+01:002005-09-27T14:26:51.933+01:00

Archive material that will feature on the forthcoming VII & VIII DVDs includes:Chloë Annett's audition tapeLocation scout footageSnippets of cast readthroughs for Back in the Red and CassandraDanny John-Jules blocking and rehearsing the Blue Midget dance sequenceRobert Llewellyn's Video Diary - some of which was previously available for download on Robert's site and was brilliant.All of these

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127826240812874342005-05-15T14:20:00.000+01:002005-09-27T14:06:37.656+01:00

That's Have I Got News For You if you don't already know. On Friday 20th May at 9:00 PM on BBC ONE.Watch it.Categories: Cast, Events

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127825527830876962005-05-13T13:43:00.000+01:002005-09-27T13:53:03.223+01:00

Vote for Red Dwarf in SFX magazine's Best British SF/Fantasy TV Show poll here.Categories: Events, Miscellaneous

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127824803701415792005-05-13T13:15:00.000+01:002005-09-27T14:20:31.306+01:00

The final two Red Dwarf series DVDs are both going to be released as three disc sets instead of the usual two, the official site reveals. "And the way the edit's going, we'll need every inch of space." This is excellent news.Furthermore, Series VII will contain the original and Xtended versions of Tikka to Ride, Ouroboros and Duct Soup. And as if that wasn't enough, the full-length versions of

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127822841940438462005-05-09T20:04:00.000+01:002005-09-27T13:12:25.540+01:00

Ganymede & Titan have reported on a mysterious entry on Play - an audio CD called Red Dwarf - Series One, which is due for release on New Year's Day 2006. As G&T speculates, there are four things that this could be:A CD release of the radio series, which were abridged versions of Infinity and BTL. Broadcast on BBC World Service and released on tape in the mid-nineties.Audio versions of some or

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127774327291522062005-04-16T00:28:00.000+01:002005-09-26T23:40:50.406+01:00

The official site has updated with an article about the retrieval of discarded footage for the Series VII & VIII DVDs.[W]e're looking, once again, at over 40 minutes of recovered scenes for each, with VIII possibly containing the most ever. This is partially down to reshoots, to older versions of scenes that ultimately made the cut in a rewritten, re-filmed form.This is, of course, the last time

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127773886682630182005-04-09T01:13:00.001+01:002005-09-26T23:31:26.683+01:00

Andrew Ellard reports on the official site that the last of the cast commentaries have been recorded.But who spoke when? With 16 episodes and a varying 'main cast', there was a little game of musical chairs going on. Chris Barrie saw out all his episodes of VII and VIII, but also stayed in the booth for Duct Soup and Beyond a Joke, providing an interesting (and often hilarious) perspective on

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127773569745940982005-03-29T11:08:00.000+01:002005-09-26T23:26:09.746+01:00

Continuing his collection of detailed reviews, Austin Ross of Garbage World has updated with one for Cassandra of Series VIII. Marvellous.Categories: Fansites, Series VIII

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127773410133182752005-03-19T11:54:00.000Z2005-09-26T23:23:30.133+01:00

The Games: Athletes in Training is to air on Monday 21st March at 11:00 PM on Channel 4, and continues on Tuesday and Wednesday at the same time. The actual events (The Games) start on Friday 25th March.Categories: Cast, Events

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127773039499518132005-03-15T15:46:00.000Z2005-09-26T23:17:19.500+01:00

In an article about the cast and crew interviews for the forthcoming DVDs, the official site reports that Craig Charles "is to join the cast of Coronation Street."Further details are likely to follow.Categories: Cast, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127772721654187432005-02-27T00:31:00.000Z2005-09-26T23:13:09.976+01:00

The official site has updated this week with the full terms and conditions for the fan film competition. With the deadline quite a while off, be prepared for these terms and conditions to change a bit over time.On a more personal note, I *was* going to enter the competition myself. But a combination of university commitments and laziness has seen nothing actually come of these plans as

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127772097995124582005-02-24T21:35:00.000Z2005-09-26T23:01:37.996+01:00

The official website to Craig Charles' short film, The Dealer, is now up & running here. Ricky Grover (Baxter in Red Dwarf VIII) co-stars.As well as the usual offer of a synopsis and cast information, there are also some great stills from the film. This one is particularly amusing if you remember back to my report in June of 2004, where five members of the public thought the scene was a genuine

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127771814347088512005-02-24T21:18:00.000Z2005-09-26T22:56:54.346+01:00

Chris Barrie will be appearing at some point during tomorrow's Today with Des and Mel on ITV1 from 5:00 PM.Ta to Paul Gannon for the heads-up.Categories: Cast

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127769347829106502005-02-20T21:33:00.000Z2005-09-26T22:46:48.603+01:00

Written by Blake Neale.Ahead of its general release tomorrow, I present to you my review of Red Dwarf VI on shiny disc.Cover art & disc artAlthough the Last Chance Saloon background image looked impressive when it was first shown on the official site, I didn't like the look of it as part of the cover design. To me, it just made the cover look bland, possessing an almost dirty quality. But as with

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127586138086894822005-02-16T21:23:00.000Z2005-09-24T19:22:18.086+01:00

Read Austin Ross' review of Series 2 episode Thanks for the Memory (or How to Write an Homage) here.Categories: Series 2, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127585970878353162005-02-05T16:25:00.000Z2005-09-24T19:20:18.130+01:00

The full list of the Series VI deleted scenes (due for release on 21st February with, funnily enough, the rest of the DVD) can now be read on the official site here.Not long to go now.Categories: Series VI, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127585809055280032005-01-31T22:14:00.000Z2005-09-24T19:16:49.056+01:00

Details for this year's Dimension Jump convention have now been published on the official site. The event is scheduled for 26th-28th of August at Peterborough Moat House Hotel.Full details including application form can be found here.Categories: Events, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127585628644238662005-01-17T22:50:00.000Z2005-09-24T19:13:48.646+01:00

Rick Mason's highly popular and long-running fansites, Groovetown and Crapola, Inc have sadly closed down.As a mark of respect, on Sunday at 12 o'clock there will be a minute's flatulence.Seriously though, post your farewell comments here and here.Categories: Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127585453991447012005-01-17T12:46:00.000Z2005-09-24T19:10:53.990+01:00

Complete with some cracking jokes, John Hoare has reviewed the Starbug Playset here.Categories: Merchandise, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127585152934162142005-01-17T12:28:00.000Z2005-09-24T19:05:52.943+01:00

There is an excellent competition on the official site to have your very own Dwarf related short film(s) included on the Series VII & VIII DVDs.The closing date for entries is 29th April 2005, but be sure to read the full details here.Categories: Events, Miscellaneous, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127578848483111932005-01-08T19:53:00.000Z2005-09-24T17:20:48.483+01:00

Austin Ross of Garbage World presents: Hitchhiker's v. Dwarf.What is it about The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Red Dwarf that makes people argue so much about which is better? This article will, hopefully, put an end to these silly and pointless arguments once and for all...Read the full article here.Categories: Miscellaneous, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127578492895651742004-12-23T22:30:00.000Z2005-09-24T17:14:52.896+01:00

Merely days after he was rumoured to be participating in Celebrity Big Brother, Ganymede & Titan have reported that Craig Charles is to take part in Channel 4's The Games instead.As the article speculates, this probably means the slated shooting of The Movie in January 2005 has been delayed yet again:This is actually worse in terms of The Movie. Craig will be starting his three months' training

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127578219473793102004-12-23T01:17:00.000Z2005-09-24T17:10:19.476+01:00

Ian Symes of Ganymede & Titan has written a fantastically in-depth analysis of Back To Reality here.Categories: Series V, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127576606273364882004-12-23T01:03:00.000Z2005-09-24T16:43:26.273+01:00

John Hoare of Ganymede & Titan has done an excellent review - complete with some fantastic photographs - of the recently released Corgi bumper-pack here.Categories: Merchandise, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127576432611612172004-12-22T23:31:00.000Z2005-09-24T16:40:32.613+01:00

The official site has updated with some wonderful menu shots from the Series VI DVD.Read the full report here. (Be sure to look out for an easter egg on the page itself, as spotted by John Hoare of G&T.)There's also an article on the official site about the success of the Series V DVD. Most excellently, the majority of active fansites got a mention. Wey-hey the lads!I'm dead chuffed, naturally,

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127575032632828802004-12-18T14:07:00.000Z2005-09-24T16:34:43.376+01:00

Written by Blake Neale.Almost two years ago the official site ran a story about the Starbug Playset, due for release late October 2003. Well, here we are in December 2004 and it's only just been released. So, was it worth the wait?In short: Yes.The packaging looks fantastic, allowing for immediate display amongst your other Red Dwarf smegware.We wanted everything about this toy to be special, so

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127574107856826942004-12-12T21:40:00.000Z2005-09-24T16:01:47.856+01:00

The official site's weekly update brings us wonderful news of the Series VI DVD bonus material. Bliss.Read all about it here.And stepping back a series, G&T have transcribed a couple of magazine reviews for the Red Dwarf V DVD here. (Look out for comments posted by DVD Associate Producer, Andrew Ellard below the article.)Categories: Series VI, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127573846515652582004-12-06T09:24:00.000Z2005-09-24T15:57:26.516+01:00

The official site has recently updated with the cover artwork for the Series VI DVD.The images sadly make the cover look a bit dull. However, the high-res piccy of the Region 1 cover on DVD Answers (spotted by The Red Dwarf Zone) shows that the artwork looks far better 'closer' up. Plus, the foil logo always makes a world of difference anyway.Categories: Series VI, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127573497904986882004-11-24T01:16:00.000Z2005-09-24T15:51:37.906+01:00

It's like Ocean's Eleven, only his name is Hoare and there are only nine of us.John Hoare has painstakingly designed & put together Observation Dome: A team blog about Red Dwarf run by Cappsy, Mr. Flibble, John Hoare, Tanya Jones, Seb Patrick, Danny Pendleton, Austin Ross, Ian Symes and myself.Excellent stuff.Categories: Fansites, Miscellaneous

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127261056214319562004-11-21T01:58:00.000Z2005-09-24T16:06:05.250+01:00

Written by Blake Neale.Waiting for the November releases of the Red Dwarf DVDs is always going to be a torturous affair. Let's face it - a nine-month gap between the February release and the November release is just far too long. But this pent-up excitement, mainly fuelled by the official site's sporadic DVD updates, really does make the release seem all the more magical. Especially with a series

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127257837868853822004-11-18T22:03:00.000Z2005-09-21T00:10:37.866+01:00

From the Product Enterprise website:Product Enterprise apologise for the delayed release of this item. This is due to circumstances beyond our control. Starbug will be here early December and all orders will be dispatched beforeChristmas.Categories: Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127257718510870682004-11-16T19:40:00.000Z2005-09-21T00:08:38.510+01:00

A photograph of the Corgi bumper-pack has also shown up on an eBay listing here.Again, Red Dwarf Shop UK states that it's not available until 30th November.Categories: Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127257390335132552004-11-12T00:06:00.000Z2005-09-21T00:08:27.153+01:00

Due for release four days ago, it would appear that we'll be waiting yet a while longer for the Starbug Playset:Sorry! Late shipping. Coming November 2004.Categories: Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127257241329484052004-11-08T11:10:00.000Z2005-09-21T00:00:41.330+01:00

As of today, Red Dwarf V is available to buy on Region 2 DVD from all good video/DVD shops. (And most bad ones too.) My Limited Edition copy arrived in the post this morning and looks absolutely stunning.I am looking into writing a review for this release. But as with everything at the moment, it's a matter of finding the time. Still, check back soon and I'll see what I can do.Categories: Series

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127257095078674882004-11-06T21:01:00.000Z2005-09-20T23:58:15.080+01:00

The Corgi Red Dwarf & Starbug models have been individually listed on eBay with previously unseen images: Despite their apparent availability, Red Dwarf Shop UK still states that they are not released until 30th November.Categories: Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127256871654103312004-11-03T19:28:00.000Z2005-09-20T23:54:31.656+01:00

The official site reports that the Red Dwarf IV DVD recently topped an awards ceremony at the Mipcom Festival.Read the full report here.Categories: Series IV, DVDs, Merchandise, Events, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127256250378351332004-10-23T12:42:00.000+01:002005-09-20T23:44:10.380+01:00

The full list of the Series V deleted scenes can be read on the official site here.It's now only sixteen days to go until both the Series V DVD and the Starbug Playset are released. I'm so excited - all two of my nipples are tingling!Categories: Series V, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127256043387199102004-10-19T11:07:00.000+01:002005-09-20T23:40:43.386+01:00

Read John Hoare's review here.Categories: DVDs, Merchandise, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127255926518844502004-10-15T09:43:00.000+01:002005-09-20T23:38:46.520+01:00

A detailed article on the edits of the Japanese Series VI can be read on Fuchal here.Categories: Series VI, DVDs, Merchandise, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127255757652769032004-10-14T09:35:00.000+01:002005-09-20T23:47:48.676+01:00

G&T have spotted this new piccy of the Series V DVD Gift Set on Amazon UK.Categories: Series V, DVDs, Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127255567091205232004-10-10T12:16:00.000+01:002005-09-20T23:32:47.090+01:00

Cappsy's popular fansite has relaunched here.Categories: Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127255433356644462004-10-04T17:23:00.000+01:002005-09-20T23:30:33.363+01:00

The Brittas Empire: The Complete Series Five is now available to buy. Order yours from Play here.Categories: Cast, DVDs, Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127236597372635102004-09-29T16:59:00.000+01:002005-09-20T18:16:37.376+01:00

Late last week, Ganymede & Titan reported on the Starbug laser etchings now being available from The Stamp Centre.I've been on the pre-order list since the item first appeared on their site in November of last year. But licensing problems (with the packaging of all things) have seen the item delayed time and time again.But Steven Scott of The Stamp Centre tells me:The stock should be physically

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127232151761643452004-09-28T11:25:00.000+01:002005-09-24T16:06:47.606+01:00

Written by Blake Neale.Last night's Ultimate Sci-Fi Top 10: Robots saw critics, writers, special effects experts and actors selecting their ten best robots from the world of science fiction.In this article, I shall cover every aspect of Red Dwarf's involvement in the countdown.--Narrated by Alexander Armstrong, the programme opened with a montage of clips showing what was to follow. Featuring was

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127226527732324592004-09-22T17:29:00.000+01:002005-09-24T16:07:16.506+01:00

Written by Blake Neale.Before I start, I'd like to point out that my account (below) serves no *real* purpose, as nothing even vaguely Red Dwarf related was brought to light during Public Opinion. I've only written this article because a) someone asked me to write up an account, as they missed the programme themselves, and b) to finally add something to the Articles section. Oh, and I had some

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127225152083402962004-09-05T22:12:00.000+01:002005-09-20T15:11:08.636+01:00

Sky One are currently running polls on their site in preparation for The Ultimate Sci-Fi Top Ten, and Red Dwarf is short-listed in two of the three top-tens.AliensThis is the vote that you can skip, as there are no aliens in Red Dwarf. Obviously.RobotsAt time of going to screen/print, Kryten is winning the robots poll by 41% beating the likes of the T-1000 (Terminator 2), Data (Star Trek: TNG)

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127224373988160482004-09-05T21:49:00.000+01:002005-09-20T14:52:53.993+01:00

This week's update on the official site is yet another teaser for the Series V DVD, this time in the form of menu shots. The 'Drive Room' (main DVD menus) resembles the 'Low' Red Dwarf of Demons and Angels, and the bunkroom (bonus menu) resembles that of the 'High' Red Dwarf.Development has already begun on the Series VI menus. Quality nice.Categories: Series V, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127142577393430802004-09-05T05:43:00.000+01:002005-09-19T16:24:18.780+01:00

Those of you who didn't get to see the Red Dwarf edition of Comedy Connections really missed out on a gem.Be sure to read Cappsy's Comedy Connections Reflections article on The White Hole for his views on it. I'd have written my own, but I've been far too busy with other things. Here's a comment I posted here shortly after it'd aired though:Comedy Connections - wow! That's the best bit of tele

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127142149813955072004-09-04T00:06:00.000+01:002005-09-19T16:02:29.813+01:00

The White Hole has rather excellently interviewed Red Dwarf co-creator, Rob Grant.It truly is a wonderful read, but quoting bits here wouldn't do it justice. (So read it here, dammit!)Categories: Crew, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127141446976035082004-08-27T16:14:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:59:37.523+01:00

Red Dwarf: Just the Shows - Vol. 1 may come in a damn fine box, but it also comes with a truly awful name. And "Vol. 1" should've been "Byte One" to coincide with the VHS releases anyway.Ganymede & Titan reported on this earlier in the week. Today's update on the official site brings us even more details.In terms of extras, there are none whatsoever. (Hence the name Just the Shows.) To

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127140570384195712004-08-20T17:20:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:36:10.386+01:00

The official site's weekly update has today brought us a look at the mega cool Series V DVD cover artwork.Categories: Series V, DVDs, Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127140132544003362004-08-20T17:04:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:28:52.546+01:00

As reported on the official site, the Red Dwarf edition of Comedy Connections is now to air on Monday 30th August at 10:55 PM on BBC1.It's worth noting that The White Hole found this out a couple of days ago, but I failed to mention it earlier because I'm a twat.Categories: Events, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127139919346806592004-08-20T03:26:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:26:20.066+01:00

A synopsis for Rob Grant's new novel, Fat has been discovered by Garbage World on Amazon UK.GW have also reviewed The Best TV Shows That Never Were here, which recently aired on ABC America and featured a short section about RD: USA.Categories: Crew, Merchandise, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127139549388446332004-08-20T03:23:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:19:09.390+01:00

G&T have noticed several new classifications on the BBFC site.Read their reports here and here.Categories: DVDs, Merchandise, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127139357286799402004-08-20T03:16:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:16:45.893+01:00

The Movie Crew Information page on the official site now says:Pre-production proper will begin shortly.Credit goes to young Pendo for spotting this rather obscure update.Categories: The Movie

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127139249724537202004-08-20T03:13:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:14:09.726+01:00

Due for release on 4th October 2004, you can pre-order the excellent Starbug playset here for £29.99.Categories: Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127139135179091852004-08-20T03:09:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:12:15.180+01:00

Two superb interviews for you: The White Hole has interviewed Mike Tucker here, and Ganymede & Titan have interviewed John "The Pomph" Pomphrey here.Great work, guys. But really - how do you get in touch with all of these wonderful people?Categories: Crew, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127138921708057732004-08-20T02:57:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:08:41.710+01:00

As spotted by The Red Dwarf Zone just over a week ago, Robert Llewellyn has opened his own forum here. I'm a mere Llewnie and mean no harm, and now you can be one too.Categories: Cast

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127138526561451982004-08-06T11:37:00.000+01:002005-09-19T15:02:06.693+01:00

This week's update on the official site brings us marvellous news of the full Series V DVD content:Cast CommentaryFeaturing Chris Barrie, Hattie Hayridge Danny John-Jules and Robert Llewellyn. *Fan CommentaryFor Back to Reality.Heavy ScienceA 75-minute documentary looking at the making of Series V.Deleted ScenesOver 40 minutes. Woohoo!Smeg UpsEeeeeeeextraordinary!Dwarfing USAThe inside story of

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127137727955689512004-08-06T11:33:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:48:47.956+01:00

As reported on the official site, the Red Dwarf edition of Comedy Connections has been postponed until September this year.Read the full report here.Categories: Events, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127137388979664712004-08-05T19:13:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:49:30.703+01:00

Danny John-Jules is to attend the Memorabilia fair at the Birmingham NEC on Saturday 14th August.This news is courtesy of Steven Scott of The Stamp Centre.Also, the Starbug laser etchings are soon to enter full production - despite the fact that I've already seen one. I can only think that I saw a prototype. Although quite why a prototype was on display in public, I don't know.Categories: Cast,

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127137052868040692004-08-04T04:54:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:44:14.830+01:00

Tonight's edition of The Weakest Link will see nine famous faces of the 1990's compete to win money for charity. And Damon N. saw Craig Charles among these famous faces in an advertisement on Monday night.I've done a little digging around and have only found a spoof news item here.However, James Newman also reports seeing Craigy in the advert, and The Red Dwarf Zone have since received

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127136771110838572004-08-02T16:36:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:32:51.113+01:00

The Red Dwarf Zone have spotted another entry made by Robert Llewellyn on his own guestbook:I know for a fact that there will eventually be a massive box set of the entire series of Red Dwarf, with lots of extra bits, but I don't think it comes out until 2006!This promise of "extra bits" is fantastic news. I'm not alone in finding great annoyance at having to buy a boxset just for the funky

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127135484163710872004-07-30T11:53:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:17:52.033+01:00

Much loveliness is this item of news. The Red Dwarf Zone spotted its entry on BBC Shop a short while back, but this week's update on the official site gives us further details of a Series V DVD Starbug Gift Set.As you'd expect, this contains the Series V double-disc DVD, plus one of Corgi's rather splendid Starbug models.The only downside that I can see is that I'll have to make more room on my

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127136017240818152004-07-30T11:44:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:20:17.240+01:00

As reported on the official site, Red Dwarf: The Roleplaying Game is soon to be released in the UK and Germany. A release date has not yet been given.Categories: Merchandise, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127136233127932322004-07-30T11:41:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:23:53.126+01:00

G&T have reported on the world premiere in concert of Howard Goodall's Red Dwarf theme tune.Read the full report here.Categories: Crew, Events, Fansites

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127136481050950192004-07-30T11:37:00.000+01:002005-09-19T14:28:01.050+01:00

Red Dwarf is soon to be the centre of attention in Comedy Connections, a BBC1 series charting the history of some of the best Britcoms to date.Ganymede & Titan have spotted this entry in the BBC Comedy Blog, which states that the Dwarf episode is to air on Monday 16th August at 10:35 PM on BBC1.Categories: Events

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127133341894132302004-06-26T01:49:00.000+01:002005-09-19T13:35:41.896+01:00

As reported on the official site last week, BBC2 are to continue the repeats of Series VII from Wednesday 30th June starting with Stoke Me A Clipper at 11:20 PM. Ouroboros will follow shortly afterwards.There's also an insight into the production of the DVDs on the official site. It's well worth a read and is very appetising.Categories: Series VII, Events, Official site

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Two weeks ago, five (the UK terrestrial channel that some of you may know as "dots") started broadcasting the fourth season of Lexx. Next week's episode is P4X, which features both Craig Charles and Hattie Hayridge.I'm not the biggest Lexx fan. But of the few episodes that I have seen, this one's easily my favourite. (And not just because of Craig and Hattie's appearances - you'll see what I mean

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127132671039160872004-06-26T00:56:00.000+01:002005-09-19T13:26:48.883+01:00

I have a feeling that Intro2's music video to Clear was available online around the time that reports of Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules and Norman Lovett's involvement first appeared on the 'net. But I really can't be sure, so here's where it can be found. (If the video fails to load, go here instead and select Clear via the Library.) Thanks (again) to Danette for tracking down the video and

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127131613334443852004-06-18T12:12:00.000+01:002005-09-19T13:06:53.336+01:00

A statement written by Doug Naylor, which was read by Andrew Ellard at Dimension Jump last weekend, is now available on the official site.I fully expect that in a matter of a few days, maybe a couple of weeks, Red Dwarf the Movie finally will be green lit, and by early August I expect to be deep into pre-production in Australia.Fan-smegging-tastic!Categories: Crew, The Movie, Official site

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127131343094496972004-06-16T14:06:00.000+01:002005-09-19T13:03:49.236+01:00

A quick search on eBay earlier today (when I should have been revising, I must add) revealed Dapol master models of Rimmer and Lister.Public examinations are looming and as such I don't have the time to report on this finding in great depth. But John Hoare's on the ball and has already reported on my behalf here. What a guy!Categories: Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127130894013678472004-06-11T20:29:00.000+01:002005-09-19T12:57:27.150+01:00

This week's Micro Mart magazine (issue 803) has rated the official site eighth in its Out of This World Top Ten.If the expression "Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast" triggers a yearning for service mechanoids and hologram characters then why not side-step the Reality Minefield and head over to join Red Dwarf's motley crew!Here's the full list:Blake's 7 www.anorakzone.com/blakeDr

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127130409992011912004-06-11T20:20:00.000+01:002005-09-19T12:47:31.083+01:00

The Red Dwarf Zone have spotted what appears to be one of the final drafts of the Series V DVD cover on BBC Shop.A release date of 8th November has also been given.On a completely different note, TRDZ have also spotted an entry made by Robert Llewellyn on his own guestbook which mentions The Movie:I saw Doug Naylor last week and we talked Red Dwarf movie for hours, and I saw some animations of

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127129982531232542004-06-04T12:34:00.000+01:002005-09-19T12:39:42.596+01:00

The official site now has cover art for the The Brittas Empire Series Five DVD.The episodes are:The Old, Old StoryBlind DevotionBrussles CallingThe Lies Have ItThe BossPregnantUXBThe Last DayTwo of the confirmed DVD extras are outtakes and the 1994 Christmas special, In The Beginning.Categories: Cast, DVDs, Merchandise

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127129132223628512004-06-04T12:19:00.000+01:002005-09-19T12:40:07.623+01:00

The official site now has further details about Craig Charles' recent short film, The Dealer, which I reported on earlier in the week.It's directed by Tony Royden - being made as a short in the hopes of securing feature financing. The story tells of Danny 'The Dealer' Dempsey, who awakes one morning to find a letter resting on a pillow in his heavily secured home... and so begins the strangest 24

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127128861057792932004-06-01T20:27:00.000+01:002005-09-19T12:21:01.056+01:00

The ever splendid Danette of DivaDroid.com has kindly forwarded a mass of information to yours truly about Craig Charles' recent short film, The Dealer, having received it direct from the film's producer, Lee Phillips.Most amusingly, during the shooting of a scene on a boat where Craig kills someone, five people thought that it was a genuine stabbing and called the police. This 'incident' was

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127128407970430062004-04-28T12:08:00.000+01:002005-09-19T12:16:07.343+01:00

The headline sums up everything that needs to be said. Everything else has already been commented on by G&T. Nevertheless, like German tourists the stupid are everywhere...Chris aims to update the news section of his site on a monthly basis. His current word on The Movie is: There is certainly no evidence to suggest that any shooting dates have been decided.Still, he seems really keen on doing

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127127541488155332004-04-24T11:49:00.000+01:002005-09-19T12:14:03.080+01:00

The official site's weekly update brings us the first look at the Series V & VI DVD cover art.The Series V background is based on the SSS Esperanto (It's a blatant clue, isn't it?) and Series VI on the Last Chance Saloon.The Esperanto artwork looks fantastic. Be sure to save the image on the official site to your hard drive for a closer look, as it's not displayed at full size in the article.The

::BigBlake::http://www.blogger.com/profile/06598885970068610433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16542189.post-1127126678470130192004-04-05T11:38:00.000+01:002005-09-19T11:46:03.220+01:00

Craigy is set to host a new programme for ITV1 called Weapons of Mass Distraction. Tickets for the recordings are available at ApplauseStore.com.WEAPONS needs you to come and enjoy fresh music tracks and comedy, relevant guests and topical comment. Craig Charles is the informed host, the cultural commentator, the interested interviewer and the enthusiastic advocate of quality music and

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