Comedians Ellie White and Natasia Demetriou have returned with the second series of their sketch show "Ellie & Natasia," which aired on BBC2 in 2022. Known for their distinctive, surreal humor, the duo blends a quirky, fast-paced comedic style reminiscent of earlier television sketch duos such as French & Saunders. Their new series, limited to three episodes due to both performers’ pregnancies during production, continues to satirize contemporary cultural phenomena, including OnlyFans-style livestreaming and supermarket brand preferences, maintaining the irreverent tone of the original run. Recurring characters such as “the Mums” and “Internet Nails” reappear, alongside fresh sketches addressing luxury consumerism and vacuous podcasts, supported by cameos including Steve Coogan. The show evokes nostalgia for traditional sketch comedy while resonating with an audience now more open to the format amid the resurgence of programs like "Saturday Night Live: UK."

Channel 4 has premiered "It Gets Worse," a dark comedy-drama created by comedian Leo Reich and produced by A24, which explores the existential struggles and sexual misadventures of three twenty-something friends living in London. Characterized by a tone that combines biting nihilism with generational angst, the six-episode series centers on Ethan (played by Reich), Abi (Emily Fairn), and Sam (Olive Gray), whose intertwined lives unravel as they face housing instability, precarious employment, and complex relationships. Narrated by author Zadie Smith, the show offers a contemplative lens on youth in a seemingly privileged yet disorienting era. Notable guest appearances include Andrew Scott as Ethan’s therapist and Lena Dunham as Abi’s demanding manager. While some narrative elements recall recent series such as "Break Clause," "It Gets Worse" delivers a candid, often uncomfortable portrayal of modern adulthood’s challenges, marked by rapid pacing and sharp dialogue.

Sky and Now have released "Crystal Lake," an eight-episode horror prequel to the 1980 film "Friday the 13th," focusing on Pamela Voorhees, portrayed by Linda Cardellini. The series, set in the early 1970s, delves into the origins of Pamela’s transformation into the vengeful murderer central to the original franchise, exploring her grief over the death of her son Jason at summer camp. Showrunner Brad Caleb Kane, known for "IT: Welcome to Derry," expands the story with additional subplots involving government conspiracies and a countercultural hippie commune, broadening the series' scope beyond straightforward slasher horror. While some viewers may find these narrative additions diluting, the show’s commitment to graphic, gruesome set pieces remains strong, appealing to horror enthusiasts amid a renewed mainstream interest in the genre.

In music, British singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka has released "Fudge," an album marking a stylistic continuation with a slightly more open and dreamlike sound compared to his previous work. The record, produced without his longtime collaborators Brian “Danger Mouse” Burton and Dean Josiah Cover (Inflo), draws heavily on 1970s soul and mellow rock influences, emphasizing melody and understated emotional expression. Tracks such as “Summer Clothes” and “California” showcase his lyrical focus on themes of love, loss, and resilience. However, the album’s release was delayed following Kiwanuka’s serious health setback, when he suffered a stroke linked to previously undiagnosed high blood pressure and required intensive care. His label noted that he faces a prolonged recovery, underscoring the poignancy of the album’s themes of struggle and rebirth in light of his current condition.