The Decade in Film and TV: Highlights and Surprises

TLDRA look back at the most memorable film and TV moments of the past decade, including the rise of Netflix, the success of Stranger Things, the Frozen phenomenon, and the dominance of Game of Thrones. We also explore popular characters like the Doctor from Doctor Who and the memorable goggle box scene from 2016. Plus, we reveal the answers to trivia questions and film reviews read by Charles Dance.

Key insights

📺The past decade saw the rise of streaming giant Netflix, transforming the way we watch and consume content.

👻Stranger Things became a cultural phenomenon, capturing the hearts of millions with its nostalgic 80s setting and supernatural storyline.

❄️Frozen took the world by storm, introducing us to the iconic ice queen Elsa and her magical powers.

👑Game of Thrones became the TV show of the decade, with its epic storytelling, shocking plot twists, and unforgettable characters.

🕶️The Doctor from Doctor Who started the decade as a strong young man from Northampton, going through various regenerations before becoming a determined Yorkshire woman.

Q&A

What was the most popular TV show of the decade?

—Game of Thrones was the most popular TV show of the decade, captivating audiences with its complex storylines and intricate world-building.

Which streaming platform rose to prominence in the past decade?

—Netflix rose to prominence in the past decade, revolutionizing the way we consume media and becoming the go-to platform for TV shows and movies.

What was the cultural impact of Stranger Things?

—Stranger Things had a significant cultural impact, becoming a pop culture phenomenon and inspiring a resurgence of 80s nostalgia in TV and movies.

Who is the iconic character from Frozen?

—The iconic character from Frozen is Elsa, the powerful ice queen with the ability to create ice and snow.

Who is the Doctor in Doctor Who?

—The Doctor is the main character in the long-running TV series Doctor Who, a Time Lord who can regenerate into a new form and travel through time and space.

Timestamped Summary

00:02In 2016, Netflix released the hit series Stranger Things, capturing the hearts of millions with its nostalgic 80s setting and supernatural storyline.

00:08Frozen, released in 2013, took the world by storm with its unforgettable characters, including the iconic ice queen Elsa.

01:10Gogglebox, a popular TV show of the decade, showcased regular people reacting to memorable moments from TV shows.

03:36A petition to keep Jeremy Clarkson on Top Gear gained over 1 million signatures and was delivered to the BBC in a tank.

03:53Game of Thrones, known for its shocking plot twists and unforgettable characters, became the TV show of the decade.

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