BritBox to Debate Whether 'Douglas Is Cancelled'

BritBox has snapped up the buzzy ITV comedy drama Douglas Is Cancelled for its spring line-up, the latest project from former Doctor Who and Sherlock showrunner Steven Moffat, which aims to explore sexism, professional gender politics, social media, and cancel culture. It arrives at a timely moment when it seems worth asking what "getting canceled" even means anymore, and while your mileage will almost certainly vary about whether Moffat is the right person to tackle this topic. But the strong reviews and audience response to this series in the U.K. indicate that this show is more than initially meets the eye.

Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey) stars as the eponymous Douglas Bellowes, an established broadcaster and host of a popular news program. Karen Gillan (Guardians of the Galaxy) plays his younger, more technologically savvy co-host, Madeline, whose social media skills he desperately needs after Douglas makes a controversial joke at a wedding that's overheard — and posted online — by another guest.

As the fallout worsens and the digital hottakes pile up, Douglas finds his life and career turned upside down. Will Madeline help rehabilitate his reputation? Or is it time for him to finally face some accountability for his actions?