Ophelia Lovibond: Last News

Jenelle Riley Deputy Awards and Features Editor It’s been an emotional roller coaster for fansof “Minx,” the 1970s-set comedy about the ragtag band of misfits who put together the first erotica magazine for women — complete with full frontal male nudity. The Ellen Rappaport-created show premiered on HBO Max in March 2022 and was promptly picked up for a second season.

Starz will not be proceeding with a third season of 1970s-set series Minx.

A dramatization of the Partygate scandal starring Jon Culshaw as Boris Johnson will air on Channel 4 tonight (Tuesday October 3).

returns with season 2 — this time on Starz — starting Friday, July 21.

It’s tempting to find a larger meaning in the first on-screen nudity in the second season of “Minx.” You’d expect a show about a trailblazing fictional feminist porn mag that centers the female gaze—and the male member—to offer a glimpse at a naked man early in its season two premiere, “The Perils of Being a Wealthy Widow.” And yet, what the viewer gets first is a woman bearing all.

was renewed for another season on Max before being unexpectedly canceled during the filming of season 2. Luckily for everyone involved in the workplace comedy about the launch of the first erotic magazine for women — as well as fans — it was saved by Starz, where it will debut new episodes starting July 21. While speaking to ET's Will Marfuggi, the cast, including stars Jake Johnson and Ophelia Lovibond, reflected on the cancellation and the bidding war that soon followed before landed on the premium cable network, which is also home to hits like, and . First axed by Max in December 2022, it was revealed a month later that Starz had acquired the rights to seasons 1 and 2.

The story of how “Minx” Season 2 was moved to Starz is almost as interesting as the content in the actual show. You see, after Season 2 had been shot, Warner Bros.

It is part of the unspoken agreement between Hollywood and audiences that there always be one high-quality period show that explores the boundaries between the entertainment industry and exploitation. For many years, Netflix held up its end of the bargain with “GLOW,” but the decision to cancel that show left a void that needed to be filled.

's return on Starz, ET has the exclusive look at new images of season 2 featuring stars Ophelia Lovibond as editor Joyce Prigger and Jake Johnson as publisher Doug Renetti as well as series newcomer Elizbeth Perkins, who joins the cast as Constance. The deeper look at the upcoming episodes for the series created by Ellen Rapoport also gives viewers a sneak peek at the rest of the main ensemble for the workplace comedy, including Idara Victor as Tina, Jessica Lowe as Bambi, Lennon Parham as Shelly and Oscar Montoya as Richie.Picking up after the events of season 1, continues to follow Joyce, the earnest young feminist who first joined forces with Doug, a low-rent publisher, to launch the first erotic magazine for women, as they grapple with their unexpected success, a new influx of money, increased fame and new temptations that may prove challenging to navigate. As Starz puts it, they'll be put in situations «that either of them know how to handle.»Of course, the new episodes see the unexpected duo reuniting despite the two parting ways, with Joyce taking control of and Doug's company, Bottom Dollar Publication, seemingly in ruins by the end of the first installment.Meanwhile, the rest of the staff all appeared to be headed in different directions, with Tina getting accepted to multiple business school programs, Shelly deciding to stay with her husband, Lenny (Rich Sommer), and Richie turning down Doug's offer as the publication's new art director.But as the new images show, the staff has seemingly come back together to support 's newfound success, while Bambi and Shelly appear to be caught in a compromising position, suggesting the spark between those two hasn't faded. When Parham spoke to ET about Shelly and Bambi's

Starz has rescued Minx, starring Ophelia Lovibond and Jake Johnson, following its HBO Max cancellation. The Lionsgate-owned premium network has stepped in to pick up both Season 1 and the unaired Season 2 of the period erotic comedy, produced by Lionsgate Television.

Comedy series Minx has been canceled by HBO Max despite already being renewed for season 2 back in May.The show - which centers around a publication of an erotic magazine aimed at women -  was preparing to wrap production on the second season when Warner Bros. Discovery decided to scrap it according to sources for Variety on Monday.The media conglomerate - which recently axed Wonder Woman 3 - has famously been cutting costs since WarnerMedia and Discovery merged earlier this year and it appears that Minx was the latest example of that.

Period erotic comedy Minx will not coming back for a second helping after all.

The creators of hit HBO/BBC drama Industry have defended its high number of raunchy scenes, pointing to its authenticity. 

EXCLUSIVE: Elizabeth Perkins is set for a major recurring role opposite Ophelia Lovibond and Jake Johnson on the upcoming second season of the period erotic comedy Minx.

Sir Kenneth Branagh when he was not in character as Boris Johnson on set of the Covid drama. Formerly titled This Sceptred Isle, the six-parter follows the 58-year-old’s tumultuous first months as prime minister, leading up to the beginning of the coronarvirus pandemic and subsequent lockdowns. Covering one of the most challenging periods in recent history, the series, co-written and directed by Michael Winterbottom, will also include stories from the medics and care workers working on the frontline.

British actress Ophelia Lovibond, who stars in HBO comedy Minx, says the idea of working without intimacy coordinators on set these days is “unthinkable.” 

K.J. Yossman Paramount+ has unveiled a slate of exclusive acquisitions for the U.K.

Boris Johnson for drama This England following his resignation, according to reports.Today (July 7) Johnson agreed to resign as Conservative Party leader and UK Prime Minister, with a new leader set to be appointed by autumn.His departure comes after Health Secretary Sajid Javid, Chancellor Rishi Sunak and more than 50 other Conservative MPs resigned from certain roles in the party.According to Variety, upcoming Sky drama This England won’t be filming any scenes to reflect Johnson’s past 48 hours and resignation.

Jessica Chastain wears a bright pink mini dress on her way to the Finch & Partners dinner event held at Chiltern Firehouse on Tuesday night (June 21) in London, England.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorMakeup department head Carleigh Herbert has always been obsessed with period pieces, and the ’70s have always been a favorite.“There was so much self-expression,” she says. So, when the chance to work on HBO Max’s “Minx” came along, she snapped it up.One particular scene, halfway through the show’s first episode, posed a unique challenge for Herbert.

Harry Potter actor Sir Kenneth Branagh has transformed for his new role as Prime Minister Boris Johnson in a new five part mini series.Sky have released first look pictures and a trailer for This England, which show the award winning actor and director looking unrecognisable, as he portrays Boris Johnson during the early months of his time in office.Pictures show Kenneth wearing facial prosthetics and a blonde wig, along with attire including suits and an outdoor coat, similar to those that the Prime Minister has been seen wearing on public outings.Kenneth Branagh, who recently won an Academy Award and a BAFTA for his critically acclaimed film Belfast, looks completely different in the role, with fans taking to social media to comment on his transformation.One said: "Blimey, good effort," while a second added: "B****y hell, that is a terrifyingly good likeness."Kenneth, who is famous for playing roles such as Gilderoy Lockheart in Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets and directing films including Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Death On The Nile will join a number of famous faces for the new five part mini series This England, due to air later this year on Sky.Directed by Michael Winterbottom, the series will also star Ophelia Lovibond as Boris Johnson's wife Carrie and The Crown's Andrew Buchan as then Health Secretary Matt Hancock.They are just some of the famous figures to be portrayed in the new mini series, which will primarily focus on the COVID-19 pandemic and the decisions made in Parliament and Downing Street during that time.Viewers will also see the impact of the pandemic on the frontlines, with stories from doctors, nurses and care home workers, as well as scientists researching vaccines, alongside