First image revealed of Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth in The Crown

Vera Drake actor takes over from Olivia Colman for fifth series about the UK royal family

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt marry in France

The couple, who have six children, exchanged vows on Saturday

Benedict Cumberbatch: "I have been the bearer of a few secrets this year"

Benedict Cumberbatch first set hearts aflutter in the BBCs hugely popular Sherlock, which returns on New Year’s Day, and has since made great waves playing Julian Assange, Khan and now, as the voice of Smaug, the dragon in The Hobbit. He has also made a big impact on the world of otters. He talks to Donald Clarke

Review: Byzantium

Post-Olympics, Danny Boyle continues his gold run

While crafting his epic Olympic opening ceremony, director Danny Boyle also had a film on the boil. He might be the hardest working man in cinema, but he’s also the nicest

Stage Struck: Man down

Stage Struck: Man down

When a two-person play becomes a one-man show, what are the benefits of theatrical downsizing?