Daily Mail Online Lisa Sewards 4 Feb 2011 We’re in this together: How fears of their midlife crisis united the stars of Life on Mars and Hustle on and off screen He’s the antithesis of his alpha alter ego in Hustle and describes himself as a woman’s man, but Marc Warren has brought together the … Continue reading
Sheffield Telegraph By Ian Soutar 09 September 2010 PLAYING Hamlet is surely something most actors dream of – “the ultimate part for a young actor”, according to actor and director Samuel West. In the case of John Simm, preparing to open as the Prince of Denmark at the Crucible next week, it was more a … Continue reading
TVShowsOnDVD.com David Lambert 22 April 2010 8-disc release brings the award-winning program to DVD in one complete set Crazy, in a coma, or back in time? Struck by a passing car in modern-day Manchester, detective Sam Tyler (John Simm, State of Play, Doctor Who) wakes up in 1973, where he’s the newest member of his … Continue reading
Pop Culture Zoo Joseph Dilworth Jr. November 22, 2009 As the saying goes, “ain’t nothing like the real thing, baby.” While the American version of the popular British drama Life on Mars arguably carried the spirit and flavor, it still never achieved the sublime greatness of the original. Thankfully, Acorn Media now gives the Yanks … Continue reading
The Olympian – Olympia, Washington US Bruce Dancis 27 July 2009 Everything you know about “Life on Mars” is wrong. Or, to put it another way, if all you know about “Life on Mars” is that it was a recently canceled ABC-TV series starring Jason O’Mara and Harvey Keitel, you’re in for a treat. The … Continue reading
TVShowsOnDVD.com David Lambert 7 April 2009 Legendary author Stephen King was quoted as saying that the U.K. version, “…blows the American version out of the water”. A month ago we broke the news with Acorn Media’s press release that the original U.K. version of Life on Mars – Series 1, starring John Simm (State of … Continue reading
Britain wins 7 International Emmys International Herald Tribune The Associated Press 25 November 2008 NEW YORK: The time-traveling detective show “Life on Mars” picked up its second International Emmy for best drama series, leading a British sweep of seven of the 10 awards handed out Monday night at a ceremony that also honored “Law & … Continue reading
Stars join forces to celebrate the life of Ava Clarke Silent Auction Mandarin Oriental Hotel London 11th September 2008 For the benefit of of the Ava Clarke Foundation and the Evelina Children’s Hospital. “…There will be a hosted live auction with a variety of unique prizes: the one and only red Alfa Romeo Brera S car … Continue reading
Sky One 15 Jun 2008 50 Ways to Leave Your TV Lover Hosted by daytime TV queen Fern Britton, this cheeky countdown recalls the most stinging small screen splits. Fun fueled fare, this one-off special doesn’t deserve to be dumped. No. 29 Sam & Maya w/John Simm: No. 1 Rose & The Doctor: (includes brief … Continue reading
Sky One 8 Jun 2008 The 50 Greatest TV Endings The legendary Cilla Black returns to the screen as she presents a compelling celebratory countdown of television’s most memorable swansongs. Here, the announcement of No. 1 including clips and interview with John Simm. Continue reading
Life On Mars – Bobby Martini Mix Bobby Martini 30 April 2008 Listen Now: Life On Mars – Bobby Martini Mix Life On Mars was a superb time travel drama that ran for two series on BBC1. The theme tune, written by Edmund Butt, was clever in that it had a modern feel whilst … Continue reading
The Sydney Morning Herald – Entertainment 31 Mar 2008 Jaqui Taffel This time-shifting British cop series maintains a dark edge that keeps farce at bay. Genre TV Series, Drama Run Time 462 minutes Rated M Country United Kingdom Year 2007 Director S.J. Clarkson, Richard Clark, Andrew Gunn. Actors John Simm, Philip Glenister, Liz White, Dean Andrews, Marshall Lancaster, Noreen Kershaw, Kevin McNally. … Continue reading
Louth Leader Gemma Gadd 22 Jan 2008 THE star car from hit BBC drama series Life on Mars is now a regular feature driving around the Mablethorpe area after being bought by a local man. Nick Day, 32, from Sutton on Sea paid £10,000 for the 1975 Ford Cortina – made famous through the television … Continue reading
Manchester Evening News Ian Wylie 13 Dec 2007 IF you are a fan of Sam, Gene and co, there is only one book you need for Christmas. Life On Mars: The Official Companion Volume Two. It’s as essential as a bacon bap while reversing a Cortina at speed. Published earlier this month, the arresting companion … Continue reading
Metro 25 Oct 2007 Paul Shedden snapped up the famous orange Ford Cortina when it went on sale on eBay. Starring John Simm and Philip Glenister, the time-travelling series was a huge hit for the BBC, with more than 7 million viewers tuning in for the final episode in April. Mr Shedden watched every episode … Continue reading
Mars stars reunite for film caper BBC News 17 May 2007 The low-budget film, which is currently shooting in the UK, sees the duo ditch their TV police personas and take on the characters of career criminals. “John and I are the bad boys,” Glenister told BBC Radio 2. “We rob a bank. … Continue reading
CBBC Newsround 18 Apr 2007 A top actor called John Simm has spoken for the first time about playing a baddie in the new series of Doctor Who. The show will be back on our screens on BBC One on 31 March, and John will play a mysterious man called Mr Saxon. “I play a … Continue reading
British Academy of Film and Television Arts Nominations for this year’s British Academy Television Awards sponsored by Pioneer include: ACTOR JOHN SIMM – Life On Mars (BBC1) DRAMA SERIES LIFE ON MARS – Production Team (BBC1/Kudos Film & Television) PIONEER AUDIENCE AWARD LIFE ON MARS Winners will be announced at the ceremony at the London … Continue reading
The Independent Liz Hoggard 11 Feb 2007 Travelling back through the years for hit show ‘Life on Mars’ has given the actor more fame than he knows how to cope with. But now he reveals to Liz Hoggard a new role that will mean seeing a Doctor “If it had been a hazy, nostalgic 1970s … Continue reading
Questions for John Simm… 26 Jan 2007 John Simm personally posted his answers online to 20 Questions from members of The Railway Arms Fan Forum. Posted 24 Jan 2007 by Yayster, Administrator for The Railway Arms: Hi everyone, It’s my pleasure to announce that the extremely kind John Simm has offered to answer 20 questions … Continue reading
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