Jess Bacon
Jess is a freelance writer and editor with a passion for over-analysing everyone’s favourite movies and TV shows. As an English graduate from the University of York with an MA in Creative Writing, Jess worked as a magazine editor before turning freelance. Since then, Jess has written for outlets such as GQ, The Guardian, Inverse, Huff Post, Stylist, and Insider. She specialises in the representation of mental health, grief, and women in film. She’s also a major Marvel nerd and is writing a YA fantasy novel. LinkedIn

The Housemaid continues a worrying trend by turning women's trauma into camp thrills
The adaptation is out now in cinemas.

Stranger Things' unhinged Fernando moment turns nostalgia into nightmare fuel again
We won't be running up *this* hill…

Wicked: For Good's new songs fix a long-running major issue of the musical
It truly has been "changed for the better".

Freakier Friday isn't groundbreaking – but legacy sequels don't need to be for us to enjoy them
When done right, they're about something more.

Why Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy is more than just your usual Bridget rom-com
The new Bridget Jones movie is a step up on the previous sequels.

Curfew review: Is Mandip Gill and Bobby Brazier's new crime drama worth watching?
Typically, a woman is found murdered...

The Creator praised as one of the year's best movies in first reactions
"Absolutely radical!"

NCIS star Daniela Ruah confirms cast reunion for special cause
"We’d love if you could help us raise $10,000."

Death in Paradise's Ralf Little teases "unusual" perk of the job
So many benefits of filming in paradise...

Love Is Blind's Jackie Bonds confirms split from Josh Demas
"[I'm] still sick about it... I love that man."

Love Island's Maya Jama shares cryptic message amid Stormzy reunion rumours
"Everything in life good or bad has worked out eventually."

Love Island’s Molly-Mae reveals what sent her sex drive "through the roof"
"I wanted to have sex all the time."

Love Island's Chloe Burrows says Celebs Go Dating is "more intense" ahead of show release
"I might take a lot away from it."

Love Island’s Ekin-Su opens up on her relationship with ex Davide
"We both care about each other."

CSI’s original cast reunite in heartwarming photos
The band is back together!

Fast X director clarifies Vin Diesel’s comments about finale trilogy
"It's one at a time."

Beyond Paradise, Call the Midwife, and Ted Lasso land NTA 2023 shortlist nominations
Who will you vote for?

The Marvels' Nia DaCosta explains how it'll avoid "superhero fatigue"
"I think superhero fatigue absolutely exists."

Chicago PD stars share Upstead reunion photo amid actors strike
"Team, assemble!"

Gogglebox star Mica Ven welcomes new family member
"I’m just round here enjoying Granternity leave."

Katherine Kelly and Daniel Mays lead cast with first-look at new true crime drama
They're joined by Toby Jones and David Morrissey in this harrowing tale.

Love Island's Mitch says he wasn't allowed to get involved in Kady's reunion row
"Kady is messier than me."

Made in Chelsea confirms two new cast members
Find out more about newcomers – and best mates – Jane and Geronimo.

Sandra Bullock's partner Bryan Randall dies, aged 57
He passed away after a private battle with a neurological disease.

First look at Sherlock and Doctor Who stars' new movie
It's a musical about love and loss set in a chicken factory.

Good Omens star Maggie Service teases season 2 cliffhanger
"None of it’s tied up in a bow..."

Yellowstone to channel-hop as result of strike
Find it on CBS this autumn.

Oppenheimer's Florence Pugh reveals her 'game-changer' role
"I was deciding what kind of an actor I wanted to be in the industry."

Modern Family's Sofia Vergara and Magic Mike's Joe Manganiello announce split
"We politely ask for respect of our privacy at this time."

Barbie's America Ferrera had no interest in being one of the Barbies
"I think everyone's best version of themselves is the Barbie that they are."

Netflix releases new trailer for Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead live-action movie
Dive into the action-packed adaptation of this beloved manga.

DC's Blue Beetle trailer reveals new look at villains
Meet the Indestructible Man.

Bird Box Barcelona stars explain unexpected benefits of blindfold acting
"It was a challenge, but..."

Coronation Street confirms exit drama for Brian Packham's cousin Isabella
Will this be the last of her?

Love Island’s Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu breaks silence over Davide Sanclimenti split
"Thank you for cheering me on."

Coronation Street's Max Turner issues a final ultimatum to Lauren Bolton
But what will she decide?

Scream 6, Cocaine Bear and more available to watch for £1.99 in Prime Day deal
Find huge reductions on new movies now.

The Office’s Rainn Wilson explains why he was “mostly unhappy” on hit show
"It was never enough."

Call the Midwife confirms two new cast members for series 13
Nonnatus House welcomes two new pupil midwives.

Daniel Kaluuya's Barney movie will lean into "millennial angst"
It's not a kids movie.

Fast X's Gal Gadot has no idea how Gisele is back alive
"I'm curious myself."

MAFS star Jessika Power reveals why she’d never return to show
"It was horrible."

YouTube stars Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes reveal pregnancy and confirm sex of baby
Their family is expanding!

Coronation Street's Roy Cropper rebuked by Martin Lewis over price rises
He poked fun at his ITV co-star.

Ant and Dec announce Byker Grove reboot 17 years after show ended
Let's get ready to rhumble!

The Idol star promises "huge spin" that will change show ahead of the final episode
"It's about to completely turn on its head!"

Emmerdale confirms pregnancy storyline for Dawn Fletcher
Not everyone finds the news happy though.

Glastonbury 2023 breaks BBC record
It almost doubled the audience from 2022.

Jennifer Lawrence shuts down Hunger Games prequel rumour
She's previously hinted she would be open to playing Katniss again.

Annie Murphy explains personal connection to Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken
'I knew so many people would see themselves in this story too.'

Strictly’s Amy Dowden shows "new boob" to co-star after breast cancer surgery
"Marvellous job!"

Netflix causes backlash by adding Titanic
The iconic film had been scheduled to return soon.

Catherine Tate shares Netflix's "rude" decision to cancel her show without telling her
"I heard from someone else's agent."

The Bear season 2 gets first reviews with 100% Rotten Tomatoes score
Only rave reviews around for The Original Beef of Chicagoland.

Gladiators stars suffer injuries while filming reboot
Comet and Sabre are unfortunately out of filming.

Jennifer Lawrence was "immediately" turned down for Twilight
It seems everything happens for a reason...

Love Island’s Sanam blasts appearance critics and insists she doesn’t "need to change"
"I’m going to stay true to who I am."

The Boys star Jensen Ackles teases future Soldier Boy return
Cross your fingers!

Emmerdale's Mackenzie Boyd faces a major ultimatum from Chloe Harris
Who will he choose?

Geordie Shore’s Holly Hagan gives birth to baby boy and reveals name
"Our little angel boy!"

Bohemian Rhapsody is leaving Netflix UK this month
It's being removed in just a few days' time.

Jennifer Lopez's new movie has been delayed indefinitely
Production has ceased due to the WGA strike.

Drag Race All Stars 8 star reveals "zero regrets" over shock exit
"I stand by the decisions I made."

Love Island 2023 reveals recoupling twist as new bombshell enters villa
No couple is safe...