Monday, 16 February 2026

Homunculi


I've just finished watching Mackenzie Crook's fabulous new TV drama Small Prophets. It'll come as no surprise that the man who brought you Detectorists has written and producd smething so magical (literally) and so endearing that you know people will still be talking about the show in 10, 20, 50 years time - and beyond. It's up on the iPlayer now; you really should give it a spin. You'll kick yourself if you don't. Pearce Quigley & Michael Palin will probably kick you as well; their performances are both off the charts.

Small Prophets (BBC) - official trailer (2026)

 

I've got a feeling you're gonna like the soundtrack too. The main theme is by Cinder Well - 'The Wiseman's Song' will probably become a heartbreaking classic (not my words, but those of Mackenzie Crook). And with his current run of form I certainly wouldn't bet against him.

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10 comments:

  1. C16 February 2026 at 22:47

    Yes, wonderful stuff! I need say no more, you've said it here already.

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  2. Swiss Adam17 February 2026 at 10:41

    Agree completely- we're 4 episodes in and loving it

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    1. John Medd17 February 2026 at 18:27

      It's so good, isn't it? It'll clean up at the awards, for sure.

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  3. Rol17 February 2026 at 16:16

    Have you got any buckets?

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    1. John Medd17 February 2026 at 18:26

      Buckets? Didn't people used to carry water around in them in olden days?

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  4. Alyson18 February 2026 at 18:08

    It's on "the list". Can't wait.

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    1. John Medd18 February 2026 at 21:08

      You'll love it.

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    2. Alyson15 March 2026 at 18:17

      Yes, finished it last week. Best thing on telly for ages. Loved Michael and how he totally disregarded his boss and went out of his way "not" to help customers.

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  5. Anonymous15 March 2026 at 13:41

    I have been trying to savour this series and spread out my viewing. Finished it last night. Absolutely wonderful, great characters, charming, wonderful music & a lovely easy going pace. Detectorists is one of my favourite programmes & this follows in the same vein. Fantastic! Tim

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