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Adolescence writer names TV show that is the ‘finest piece of literature of past 30 years’

Netflix writer singled out HBO’s ‘The Wire’ as being the greatest of all time

The Independent UK

Notting Hill Carnival boss – ‘We can’t ignore impact of knife crime on our event’

The carnival has partnered with Idris Elba’s Elba Hope Foundation and its campaign Don’t Stop Your Future.

Evening Standard

King Charles meets with Idris Elba at summit to tackle knife crime at St James's Palace

Elba, 52, who launched the Don’t Stop Your Future campaign last year, joined the King to film scenes for a Netflix documentary

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The King, Keir Starmer and Idris Elba join forces in bid to tackle knife crime

Knife crime victims, youth workers and campaigners come together at St James’s Palace

Evening Standard

King ‘riveted’ by story of Royal Marine boxer who was stabbed

Kyle Shaw-Tullin, a Royal Marine and Team GB boxer who was stabbed as a teenager, said getting back in the ring helped keep him out of trouble.

Evening Standard

Sabrina Dhowre Elba on the Importance of Community, the True Meaning of Wellness, and Making A-Beauty a Household Name

"It feels like there's been an underserved group of people for such a long time who are finally feeling seen and recognised and heard."

Marie Claire

In his most important role yet, Idris Elba is pulling up this summer - and you can meet him

The star’s new mission? A free, roving youth festival on a double-decker bus rolling through London’s streets

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5 best movies like 'Heads of State' to stream on Netflix, Prime Video and more

Did you love "Heads of State," Prime Video's John Cena/Idris Elba-led buddy action-comedy? Here are five more movies like it, and where you can stream them.

Tom’s Guide

3 Prime Video top 10 movies you should watch this week — including a new action-comedy with John Cena and Idris Elba

Prime Video's current top 10 most-watched list includes a blockbuster original starring John Cena and Idris Elba, a creepy gothic horror, and an inspirational biopic that shines a spotlight on three important women.

Tom’s Guide

8 top new movies and shows to stream this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video and more (July 4-6)

'Sinners,' 'Thunderbolts*' and 'Old Guard 2' lead our weekend watch list.

Tom’s Guide

Prime Video’s new No. 1 movie is a chaotic action-comedy — and it’s the most I’ve laughed in ages

“Heads of State” is Prime Video’s latest original movie that unites Idris Elba and John Cena as unexpected allies on the run, and this No. 1 action-comedy is streaming now.

Tom’s Guide

'Heads of State' review: John Cena and Idris Elba's hilarious bromance lights up Amazon's big summer spectacle

Heads of State brings explosive fun and star power as John Cena and Idris Elba lead Amazon's loudest summer hit

International Business Times UK

Despite playing one of TV's most iconic villains, Idris Elba reveals why he will never watch The Wire: "It's weird for me to go back and watch it"

"When Stringer Bell died, there was a part of me that died with that character"

Total Film

Heads of State review – John Cena and Idris Elba sell fun throwback Amazon comedy

US president and UK prime minister team up for a well-modulated mix of action and comedy that deserved a theatrical release

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The Independent UK

Idris Elba shares ‘honest’ confession about The Wire that makes him ‘feel bad’

Actor has revealed why he can’t agree with ‘greatest TV show of all time’ claim

Inverse

Amazon Just Quietly Released The Most Surprising Action Comedy Of The Year

'Heads of State' sounds like a cash-grab algorithm pleaser, but it somehow finds room to innovate.

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Idris Elba reveals why he's never watched The Wire and never will

The Wire actor Idris Elba has never seen the iconic HBO series, and he has no plans to catch up.

WhatToWatch

Prime Video adds action-packed comedy movie with a great buddy double act at its heart

Idris Elba and John Cena team up in Heads of State

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How to watch Heads of State: stream the Idris Elba & John Cena movie online

Here's how you can watch Heads of State, which debuts on Wednesday, July 2.

The Independent UK

What to Stream: Ryan Coogler’s 'Sinners,' a Kesha album, 'SharkFest' and John Cena with Idris Elba

Kesha enjoying her freedom on her first new album since she left her old label and Ryan Coogler’s guts-spilling vampire film “Sinners,” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

Tom’s Guide

New on Prime Video in July 2025 — all the new movies and shows to stream this month

Our guide on all the new movies and shows coming to Prime Video in July 2025, including "The Summer I Turned Pretty" season 3, "Heads of State" and more.

The Guardian - US

‘Smooth with a sinister edge’: readers on who the next James Bond should be

After Dune director Denis Villeneuve was confirmed to be the next 007 director, we asked you which actor you think should join him

WhatToWatch

Movies to stream in July: our expert's 11 must-watch movies new to Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more

From Netflix to Prime Video, here are 11 movies you are not going to want to miss when they land on streaming in June.

The Independent UK

With ‘F1,’ rising star Damson Idris enters Hollywood’s fast lane

Actor Damson Idris' career is about to hit turbo speed

International Business Times UK

Is Aaron Pierre the New James Bond? Rumour Has It That We're Ready for the First Black 007

Aaron Pierre, a British actor, is rumoured to be in contention for the next James Bond, exciting fans and industry insiders alike.

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