Step behind the scenes to discover London through its most emblematic
television incarnations, from Absolutely Fabulous to Sherlock, in
this one-of-a-kind, innovative guide. Enter the corridors of power of
Westminster with The Crown and House of Cards, travel back in time
to see the iconic London landmarks of Downton Abbey, Mr Selfridge and
Call the Midwife, unveil the East End mysteries depicted in Luther
and Ripper Street, visit hipster Hackney alongside Sharon and Rob from
Catastrophe, shop The Avengers look in Soho, and hop aboard the
Tardis with Doctor Who...
Countless films have been set in London, and it is also an incredibly
popular backdrop for television series. The city's best-known landmarks,
and many bars, restaurants, stores, parks--even entire
neighborhoods--have become extremely familiar to TV viewers. So join us
as we uncover these iconic locations and recommend new addresses
inspired by the lifestyle of the most beloved fictional Londoners.
Easy to navigate, this travel guide is illustrated with exclusive maps
and hundreds of photos. All of the chapters are constructed as original
tours, organized by themes. It's all in here: the London you have come
to love through the eyes of your favorite characters and the scary,
funny, emotional, and unforgettable TV moments.
Wanna be the hero of your own adventure? Let our unmatched enthusiasm
for London series be your guide.
BONUS: interactive maps accessible online
CONTENTS:
- Royal London: Victoria and The Crown
- City of period dramas: Downton Abbey, Mr Selfridge, Call the
Midwife, Howards End
- Gothic London: Penny Dreadful, The Frankenstein Chronicles,
Taboo, Ripper Street, Whitechapel
- Urban crime dramas: Sherlock and Luther
- The powers that be: House of Cards, The Thick of It, Spooks,
London Spy, Killing Eve
- Futuristic London: Doctor Who and Black Mirror
- Love, actually: Catastrophe, Fleabag, Motherland
- Quintessentially funny: Mr. Bean, The Inbetweeners, The IT
Crowd, Extras, Outnumbered
- The special relationship: The Avengers, Fools and Horses,
Absolutely Fabulous
- Bonus: Christmas Specials
ABOUT THE BINGE WATCHING COLLECTION
The Binge Watching collection takes you on an exploration of a city
through its most emblematic TV series. The unassuming supporting
character is the iconic location where compelling shows are set.
Discover the essence of New York, London, Los Angeles or Chicago, as
depicted in the golden age of television. The books are organized by
chapters focusing on major TV shows, neighborhoods and themes, with an
introduction to the sociocultural significance of the area portrayed on
the small screen. They present a guided tour of must-see filming
locations and personalized recommendations to get acquainted with the
lifestyle of your favorite characters. With the passion of a fan and the
eye of an anthropologist, the author accompanies you behind the scenes
to deliver an informative, entertaining, interactive, and unique visit
to a place that is so much more than a backdrop.
Also Available:
Binge Watching New York
Next volumes:
Binge Watching Los Angeles
Binge Watching New Orleans
