2 Minute Telly

49 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -

2 Minute Telly reviews all the latest series on Freeview, online and on demand in two minutes or less, telling you everything you need with none of the fluff. Covering all the biggest and newest series across Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu, BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Sky and more, 2 Minute Telly is your essential podcast for short, straight to the point TV reviews.

2 Minute Movies is hosted by Rotten Tomatoes approved critic Zehra Phelan. After working in the music industry for 15 years, Zehra made the giant leap into the wonderful world of Film and TV Reporting in 2013 after becoming disillusioned with the life of an extra. From TV and Film reviews and features to interviewing some of the top actors in the game, her work credits include HeyUGuys, Flavourmag, Yahoo, The Voice (Newspaper) and TV’s London Film Club on London Live.

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Cobra Kai

December 31, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.5 MB

If there's one 80s film revival ever more deserving of flying hype, it's The Karate Kid and its spin-off reunion series Cobra Kai. The latest season builds on the previous two and delivers a 5 star knockout punch. UK Release Date: 1st January 2021 Platform: Netflix Cast: Mary Mouser, William Zabka, Jacob Bertrand, Tanner Buchanan, Ralph Macchio Stream season three of Cobra Kai on Netflix right now, and subscribe to 2 Minute Telly for more reviews of the biggest and newest shows in less t...

Bridgerton

December 24, 2020 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MB

Based on Julia Quinn's best-selling novels, the latest romantic period series Bridgerton, gives us an alternative look at London's regency, full of sexy diversity and scandalous episodes rich in delicious fantasy. UK Release Date: 25th December 2020 Platform: Netflix Created By: Chris Van Dusen Starring: Adjoa Andoh, Julie Andrews, Jonathan Bailey, Ruby Barker, Jason Barnett Bridgerton season 1 is available to stream on Netflix. Listen to Zehra Phelan's 2 minute review, and subscribe to...

Moonbase 8

December 22, 2020 06:49 - 2 minutes - 2.33 MB

Sky Comedy comedy Moonbase 8 fails to take its audience to the skies and back, certainly making me wonder what the hell they were thinking. You'll thank the heavens this series only lasts for a mere six episodes. UK Release Date: 21st December 2020 Platform: Sky Comedy / Now TV Created By: Fred Armisen, Tim Heidecker, Jonathan Krisel and John C. Reilly Starring: John C. Reilly, Tim Heidecker, Fred Armisen, Joshua Davis, Joe Abraham Listen to Zehra Phelan's review of Moonbase 8 and subsc...

The Wilds

December 09, 2020 06:00 - 2 minutes - 2.39 MB

Amazon Prime Video dip their toes into the murky warm waters of young adult programming with their latest series The Wilds. It's a riff on the gender-flipped Lord of the Flies which takes female diversity to a whole new level of shock and awe... UK Release Date: 11th December 2020 Platform: Amazon Prime Video Series Created By: Sarah Streicher Cast: Sophia Ali, Rachel Griffiths, Shannon Berry, Jenna Clause, Reign Edwards Stream the full first season on Amazon Prime Video, and subscribe ...

Raised by Wolves

November 30, 2020 09:14 - 2 minutes - 2.39 MB

Ridley Scott returns to the world of sci-fi with HBO Max and Sky Atlantic's Raised by Wolves; a show which actually involves zero wolves, but andriods raising children away from the tyranny of religious zealots from a distant planet far, far away. Listen to Zehra's review, subscribe to the podcast and tune in to Raised by Wolves on Sky Atlantic and Now TV. UK Release Date: 5th December 2020 Broadcaster: Sky Atlantic / Now TV Series Created By: Ridley Scott Starring: Amanda Collin, Abubak...

The Crown

November 16, 2020 16:12 - 2 minutes - 2.44 MB

Academy Award winner Olivia Colman returns to play Queen Elizabeth II in Netflix's popular royal drama, and Gillian Anderson joins the cast as Margaret Thatcher. Watch season 4 of The Crown on Netflix and listen to Zehra Phelan's review now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Truth Seekers

November 07, 2020 12:21 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MB

Truth Seekers is the latest collaboration between Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, but this time they're coming to the small screen with a new series about paranormal investigators. Will it send shivers down the spine, or just give you a cold chill? Listen to Zehra's review, subscribe to the show and stream Truth Seekers on Amazon Prime Video now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Queen's Gambit

October 26, 2020 07:32 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MB

The Queen's Gambit is the new series starring Anya Taylor-Joy (The Witch, The New Mutants) playing chess, and you can stream it now on Netflix. Listen to Zehra's 2 minute review and subscribe to the podcast for more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Roadkill

October 22, 2020 16:45 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MB

Roadkill is the new political mini-series starring Hugh Laurie, available to stream now on BBC iPlayer. Listen to Zehra's review and subscribe to the show for more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Real McCoy

October 12, 2020 11:45 - 2 minutes - 2.36 MB

The Real McCoy was a ground-breaking comedy sketch show airing on the BBC during the 1990s. Neil Ramjee reviews the series in support of Black History Month UK. Listen and subscribe on your favourite podcast player now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Haunting of Bly Manor

October 10, 2020 16:08 - 2 minutes - 2.33 MB

The Haunting of Bly Manor is the spiritual sequel to Netflix's popular 2018 series The Haunting on Hill House. The horror series has earned rave reviews, but will it be terribly good, or just plain horrific? Listen to Zehra's review and subscribe for more... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Comey Rule

October 05, 2020 07:28 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MB

The Comey Rule is the new political drama from Sky Atlantic, available on Now TV, about the relationship between the newly elected President Trump and one of his closest advisors in the months following the US election. Listen to Zehra's review and subscribe to the podcast for more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Emily in Paris

October 03, 2020 07:28 - 2 minutes - 2.43 MB

Emily in Paris is the new romantic comedy from Netflix, starring Lily Collins as the ambitious fashionista with the opportunity of a lifetime. Listen to Zehra's review and subscribe to the podcast for more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Last Dance

October 02, 2020 07:32 - 1 minute - 1.36 MB

The Last Dance is a documentary mini-series chronicling the rise of the Chicago Bulls, led by one of the greatest sportsmen of all time, Michael Jordan. Roz Try-Hane takes a special look at the series to celebrate Black History Month. Listen and subscribe for more reviews of the newest, best and biggest shows in two minutes or less. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ratched

September 21, 2020 14:40 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MB

Based on the character from the Oscar winning One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Ratched is produced by Ryan Murphy (American Horror Story, Glee) and stars Emmy winning actress Sarah Paulson. Watch it now on Netflix. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Des

September 21, 2020 14:38 - 2 minutes - 2.38 MB

Des is the new three part drama starring David Tennant as one of Britain's most infamous serial killers. Catch it again on the ITV Hub, and subscribe to the podcast for more awesome reviews from Zehra Phelan. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Away

September 09, 2020 11:30 - 2 minutes - 1.51 MB

Away stars Oscar winner Hilary Swank as the commander of an international manned space mission to Mars. Season 1 is available now on Netflix. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Boys

September 08, 2020 12:22 - 2 minutes - 1.47 MB

"Taking the blood loss to a whole new level" - The Boys is back for a second season on Amazon Prime Video now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I Hate Suzie

September 02, 2020 06:37 - 2 minutes - 2.34 MB

I Hate Suzie, starring Billie Piper, is now available on Sky Atlantic and Now TV. Check out Zehra Phelan's 2/5 review here, and subscribe for more reviews of the latest series and shows. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lucifer

August 23, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MB

Lucifer returns to Netflix for a fifth season, and Zehra Phelan gives us the lowdown on if it's worth your time. Listen and subscribe now for reviews of all the latest shows in two minutes or less. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ted Lasso

August 18, 2020 07:20 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MB

Ted Lasso is the new series from Apple TV+, starring Jason Sudeikis as the America Football Coach who crosses the pond to take charge at a struggling Premiership football club. Listen to Zehra's 2 minute review and subscribe for more great review of all the latest shows. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The New Legends of Monkey

August 11, 2020 06:50 - 2 minutes - 2.29 MB

Action adventure series The New Legends of Monkey returns to Netflix, starring Chai Hansen, Luciane Buchanan and Josh Thomson. Check out the two minute review from Zehra Phelan and subscribe for more of all the latest and newest TV shows on demand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Interview: Chloe Thomas

August 06, 2020 08:01 - 2 minutes - 1.59 MB

Zehra Phelan caught up with Chloe Thomas, director of Channel 5's new thriller The Deceived, for a two minute interview. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Umbrella Academy

August 04, 2020 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.5 MB

The Umbrella Academy returns to Netflix for a second series, as the seven reluctant heroes battle once again to save the world from apocalypse. The Umbrella Academy is based on a comic book created by My Chemical Romance lead singer Gerard Way, and it's available now on Netflix. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fort Salem

July 29, 2020 06:36 - 2 minutes - 2.25 MB

With writing credits including Adam McKay (The Big Short, Anchorman) and Will Ferrell (Step Brothers, Eurovision), Fort Salem is an alternate history of the US military made up of witches formally burnt at the stake, and it's available now on BBC Three. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brave New World

July 27, 2020 07:16 - 2 minutes - 2.38 MB

Brave New World, now available on Sky One, is the latest adaptation from NBCUniversal of Aldous Huxley's classic science fiction novel. Listen to Zehra's two minute review, and subscribe for more of the biggest, best and newest series on freeview, cable and on demand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cursed

July 22, 2020 06:28 - 2 minutes - 2.1 MB

Cursed is the new, highly anticipated fantasy adventure series from Netflix, starring Katharin Langford (13 Reasons Why) as an enchantress who meets a young Arthur on her quest to find a legendary sword. Listen to Zehra's review and subscribe for more of the biggest, best and newest series on freeview, satellite and on demand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Miracle Workers: Dark Ages

July 22, 2020 06:25 - 2 minutes - 2.39 MB

Miracle Workers: Dark Ages is the second season of Sky Comedy's comedy drama starring Harry Potter's Daniel Radcliffe, Steve Buscemi and Geraldine Viswanathan. Listen to Zehra's review and subscribe to 2 Minute Telly for more reviews of the biggest, best and newest shows in town. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Plot Against America

July 17, 2020 07:08 - 2 minutes - 2.29 MB

The Plot Against America is a drama from HBO, telling an alternate history based on Franklin D. Roosevelt losing the presidential election to Charles Lindbergh. It stars Winona Ryder, John Turturro and is available now on Sky Atlantic. Subscribe to 2 Minute Telly for more reviews of the biggest, best and newest shows on freeview, Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Prime Video and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Stateless

July 10, 2020 12:28 - 2 minutes - 2.15 MB

Stateless is the new drama co-created by Cate Blanchett, telling the stories of four individuals around an Australian refugee detainment centre, and is available to stream now on Netflix. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mrs. America

July 07, 2020 05:00 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MB

Mrs. American is the new 10-part series on BBC2. Listen to Zehra's review and subscribe for more of the best and biggest shows in two minutes or less. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Penny Dreadful: City of Angels

July 06, 2020 04:18 - 2 minutes - 1.62 MB

When a grisly murder shocks Los Angeles in 1938, Detective Tiago Vega and his partner Lewis Michener become embroiled in an epic story that reflects the troubled history of the city. Penny Dreadful: City of Angles is now showing on Sky Atlantic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Warrior Nun

July 05, 2020 04:18 - 2 minutes - 1.62 MB

After waking up in a morgue, an orphaned teen discovers she now possesses superpowers as the chosen Halo Bearer for a secret sect of demon-hunting nuns. Warrior Nun is available on Netflix now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The School That Tried to End Racism

June 26, 2020 05:17 - 2 minutes - 1.58 MB

The School That Tried to End Racism is the powerful new documentary available to stream on All 4. Listen to Zehra's review, and subscribe for more reviews of the newest and biggest TV shows and series. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Luminaries

June 26, 2020 05:13 - 2 minutes - 1.58 MB

The Luminaries is a new BBC series based on the book by Eleanor Catton. Catch up now on the iPlayer, listen to Zehra's review, and subscribe for more reviews of all the newest and biggest TV shows. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Politician

June 23, 2020 05:30 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MB

The Politican stars Ben Platt as the ambitious self-proclaimed future President, now running for New York senator following his failed school president bid three years earlier. Listen to Zehra's review, subscribe to the podcast, and stream The Politician on Netflix now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Order

June 23, 2020 05:28 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MB

The Order season 2 is available to stream on Netflix now. Listen to Zehra's review, and subscribe for more 2 minute reviews of all the latest and biggest shows. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Spides

June 19, 2020 08:01 - 2 minutes - 1.59 MB

Spides is the brand new series available on SyFy. Listen to Zehra's two minute review, and subscribe for more on all the new and biggest series on TV and on demand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Great

June 18, 2020 13:25 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MB

The Great is the new comedy drama, available now on Starzplay, starring Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult. Listen to Zehra's 8/10 review and subscribe for more two minute reviews of the newest and biggest series. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What We Do in the Shadows

June 12, 2020 16:49 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MB

Can Taika Waititi and Jermaine Clement do no wrong? Best not to take chances - listen to Zehra's 2 minute review of the vampire comedy's second season. Subscribe now and listen on your favourite podcast player. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Staged

June 12, 2020 16:47 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MB

Staged is the new BBC lockdown comedy starring David Tenant and Michael Sheen, but is it good enough to go viral? Zehra Phelan has the full 2 minute review. Subscribe now for more whistlestop TV reviews and awful puns. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

13 Reasons Why

June 08, 2020 16:07 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MB

Zehra reviews the fourth season of Netflix's controversial high school drama. 13 Reasons Why follows the fallout after teen Hannah commits suicide and now, in its final season, everything comes to a gripping conclusion. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Other One

June 05, 2020 04:00 - 2 minutes - 1.63 MB

"Two years after the pilot for comedy The Other One, the series makes its triumphant return to BBC One" - listen to Zehra's full two minute review of the highly anticipated new show from the BBC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.