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Benedict Cumberbatch is set to star in the gruelling BBC One drama 'The Child in Time' opposite Kelly Macdonald, which follows a writer of children's books who is faced with the worst time of his life when his young daughter goes missing during a shopping trip.

Benedict Cumberbatch in 'The Child in Time'

Based on the 1987 dystopian novel of the same name by Ian McEwan (which won the Whitbread Novel Award in the year of its release), the actor plays an author named Stephen Lewis who is the sole carer of his 3-year-old daughter Kate, whose mother is his estranged wife Julie (played by Kelly Macdonald). When she goes missing in a supermarket, his whole world is turned upside just like any parent's would be - but things get strange when he starts to experience unexplained events occurring.

Continue reading: Benedict Cumberbatch Plays Distressed Father In TV Drama 'The Child In Time'

It has just been reported that Benedict Cumberbatch and his wife Sophie Hunter welcomed their second child into the world three and a half weeks ago; another son with a rather unusual name. The happy news has not yet received a formal announcement.

Benedict Cumberbatch and Sophie Hunter attend 'Doctor Strange' event together

39-year-old Sophie gave birth to their new baby at Portland Hospital in London on March 3rd 2017, according to new reports. The news will no doubt be officially announced in The Times as is customary for the couple's most special news. And it will no doubt reveal the little boy's unique name, Hal Auden Cumberbatch.

Continue reading: What Has Benedict Cumberbatch Named His Second Son?

Benedict Cumberbatch is set to return in a new series of 'Sherlock' soon, but that's just the tip of the iceberg compared to what he's got coming up. He will reprise his Doctor Strange role in both 'Thor: Ragnarok' and 'Avengers: Infinity War', before playing Shere Khan in a new adaptation of 'Jungle Book' and voicing the Grinch in 2018's 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'.

Here's a look at all his greatest roles to date:

Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock

Continue reading: From Doctor Strange To Sherlock: Ten Of Our Favourite Benedict Cumberbatch Characters

Christmas telly is the best, and this year's no different. Instead of re-watching the old holiday movies you've seen numerous times, get stuck in to what the BBC and Sky have to offer over the festive period. From 'Bake Off' to 'Sherlock', you're sure to find something to glue you to the box.

Here are our top 10 Christmas must-see shows:

1. The Great Christmas Bake Off (Christmas Day and Boxing Day - 4.45pm on BBC1)

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‘Sherlock’ writer and co-creator Mark Gatiss has revealed that Benedict Cumberbatch almost missed out on playing the detective, because he didn't have the right look.

Speaking to The Sunday People, Gatiss said Cumberbatch was originally thought of as “a sort of ginger weird person” and not sexy enough for the role.

Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock, with co-star Martin Freeman

Continue reading: Benedict Cumberbatch's Nose Nearly Cost Him 'Sherlock' Role

‘Sherlock’ fans are outraged after discovering that, not only have they paid up to £3,000 to attend a convention in London this week just to meet the show’s star Benedict Cumberbatch, but now that the actor won’t even be attending!

The loyal Cumberbitches are up in arms about Cumberbatch’s no-show at the annual Sherlocked convention, a three-day event held at the ExCel Centre this Friday (September 23rd). The actor’s non-appearance was only confirmed last Thursday after the final line-up of guests had already been announced.

Benedict Cumberbatch is not going to be attending the Sherlocked convention next weekend

Continue reading: Sherlock Convention Fans Refused Refund Benedict Cumberbatch Cancels Appearance

Friday's episode of 'The Graham Norton Show' (November 27th 2015) had us crying with mirth yet again with the reapearance of by far the best guest, Benedict Cumberbatch. He was accompanied by his 'Black Mass' co-star Johnny Depp and had no problem joining the public in mocking his unique appearance.

Benedict Cumberbatch can imitate just about anything

As explained by Graham Norton to the oblivious Depp, during the 'Sherlock' actor's rise to fame, there was a meme floating around on Tumblr comparing him to an otter (note those adorably tiny eyes and pointed features). However, Norton only managed to find three images referencing the comparison and thus asked Cumberbatch to recreate a few choice otter poses to add to the collection.

Continue reading: Here's Why Benedict Cumberbatch Is The Best 'Graham Norton Show' Guest - Video

The significance of that hilarious selfie poster for 'Zoolander 2' has finally been made clear with the new trailer; it seems that there's a murderer out there intent on wiping out all the hot celebs and all of them have adopted Derek Zoolander's signature pose.

Interpol get these once iconic models on side

A movie about the modelling industry - we knew that selfies had to come into it somewhere and we were not disappointed when the new poster was unveiled. Now it seems there's more significance to that than just a passing pop reference.

Continue reading: Benedict Cumberbatch Shuns Gender Norms As 'Zoolander 2' Supermodel [Trailer + Pictures]

Benedict Cumberbatch has picked a CBE from the Queen at Buckingham Palace for his services to the performing arts and charity. The actor was accompanied by wife Sophie Hunter when he collected the award and used the opportunity to defend his decision to attack politicians over the refugee crisis, after a performance of Hamlet last month.

Benedict Cumberbatch has been awarded a CBE by the Queen.

Cumberbatch decided to speak about the refugee crisis after he asked audience members to donate to charity Save the Children. So far over £150,000 has been raised thanks to the actor. "It has been a fantastic response from the public who came to that theatre who raised a hell of a lot of money and awareness,” Cumberbatch said, outside Buckingham Palace.

Continue reading: Benedict Cumberbatch Defends On-Stage Rant As He Collects CBE

Benedict Cumberbatch has had his own set of ‘Cumberb*tches’ for a while now but the Sherlock star has recently had to call the police and security experts over a female stalker who has taken it a bit too far. The actor, who is currently playing the title role in the West End’s Hamlet, has increased protection after the woman left red ribbons at the home he shares with his wife Sophie and their baby son.

The star's stalker has been to the home he shares with his wife and young son

Security at the Barbican - where Cumberbatch is undertaking the iconic Shakesperian role - has also been beefed up in the wake of the intrusion.

Continue reading: Benedict Cumberbatch Has Increased Security Over Female Stalker Fears

‘Sherlock’ actor Benedict Cumberbatch has stunned theatre-goers in London with an expletive-laden rant against the British government over its handling of the European refugee crisis.

The 39 year old actor expressed his frustration at the lack of action from elected officials in dealing with the crisis, and is reported to have at one point said “f*** the politicians” in his now-customary speech after the curtain call in his performance of ‘Hamlet’ at the Barbican Theatre on Tuesday night (October 27th).

Benedict Cumberbatch with his wife Sophie Hunter at the premiere of 'Black Mass'

Continue reading: Benedict Cumberbatch In Foul-Mouthed Rant Against Politicians Over Refugee Crisis

By now, fans are used to being drip fed episodes of 'Sherlock' - what more can you expect with two award-winning Hollywood actors in the lead roles? - but ever since Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss revealed the Victorian theme of the next Christmas special, fans have been gasping with thirst.

Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman return to the 1800s in 'The Abominable Bride'

Now, the official title has been announced! Alongside a launch date (alas, AFTER Christmas). And yet, we're still rather in the dark about what to expect. Here's what we know so far:

Continue reading: What You Need To Know About Sherlock Special 'The Abominable Bride'

Benedict Cumberbatch has reportedly called the police over ‘an obsessed fan’ who is said to have made several trips to the ‘Sherlock’ actor’s house, leaving red ribbons outside. The actor is said to have become concerned over the woman’s behaviour and she has now been issued with an official Police Information Notice (PIN) over harassment.

Benedict Cumberbatch and wife Sophie Hunter.

The Mirror reports that the woman left red ribbons outside Cumberbatch’s home on at least two occasions, leaving one tied to the star’s car and the other fastened to a window of the house. Cumberbatch lives in North London with his wife Sophie Hunter and the couple’s baby son.

Continue reading: Benedict Cumberbatch Reportedly Calls Police Over Stalker Fears

This year’s Sherlock Christmas special is set to become a global event like never before, with the episode set to be screened in cinemas around the world. According to the Radio Times, the special episode will be shown in a number of countries including China, where the show has a massive fanbase.

Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman in ‘Sherlock’.

While the full list of countries is not yet confirmed, the 90 minutes special will be shown in China, where over 98 million viewers reportedly watch the show illegal on platforms such as Youku.

Continue reading: 'Sherlock' Christmas Special Becomes Global Event, As BBC Plans Cinema Screenings Around The World

Tom Daley, the British diver and Olympic Gold medallist, and director Dustin Lance Black are engaged! Their engagement was announced in The Times newspaper in the Births, Marriages and Deaths section on Thursday (1st October).

Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black at the Pride of Britain Awards in London, September 2015.

Read More: Tom Daley Talks To Jonathan Ross About Coming Out And The Thrill Of First Love.

Continue reading: Tom Daley & Dustin Lance Black Announce Their Engagement In ‘The Times’

It might seem like an odd pairing but Benedict Cumberbatch could soon be appearing in BBC soap ‘Eastenders,’ if executive producer Dominic Treadwell Collins has his way. The ‘Sherlock’ star is an old school friend of Collins and is said to be up for testing out his cockney accent on the residents of Albert Square.

Can you imagine Benedict Cumberbatch with a stall on Albert Square?

Appearing at the Radio Times TV Festival Collins said, “I really want Benedict Cumberbatch to come and do a turn. And he says he’ll come and do it but he is slightly busy. But he would be my dream."

Continue reading: Could Benedict Cumberbatch Be Heading To Albert Square For 'Eastenders' Cameo?