John Barrowman was a guest on a BBC radio show this morning to promote his new DVD An Evening with John Barrowman. Jumping straight to the big news he said, “Most definitely, Torchwood will come back to the BBC.”
He says that the whens and hows are still being talked about but they’re looking at another 13 episode run, not 5 which is extra great news.
As for appearing with the new Doctor Who, John says it hasn’t been discussed but followed with, “I’m prepared that it won’t happen.”
If you’re a John Barrowman fan, you’ll want to listen to the full interview …read more

Hmmm…that title might not be the best way to word this. . . how about, here’s a fun video of Torchwood star John Barrowman rocking out to Beyonce’s “Single Ladies.” I don’t know if it’s for real or fan made, if you know, let me know — but it’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
Thanks to Small Screen Scoop and my Twitter buddy Jessica Rae for the tip.

It’s once more into the breach, as John Barrowman slips into his great coat and takes off after another alien threat in Torchwood: Children of Earth. It’s technically the third season, but this time around it’s merely a five-part mini. Still, John’s excited about bringing Captain Jack back to TV in another thrilling adventure.
Q: How is Torchwood: Children of Earth different from the previous seasons?
Barrowman: This storyline is one of the darker Torchwood storylines. Every time you turn a corner you don’t know what’s going to happen. And when you watch episode one you’re going to want to see two, …read more

Do you know when Torchwood was founded? Where its located (come on, that one’s easy), or the origin of the name? If you don’t know the answers, you will after you read these Torchwood Fun Facts from BBC America!

— Torchwood is separate from the Government, outside the Police, beyond the United Nations. More secret than MI5 or MI6, not even the Government is supposed to know about them.
— The Torchwood hub is situated deep beneath the Cardiff Millennium Center.
— Torchwood was formed in 1879 by the Royal decree of Queen Victoria as a result of her experiences in Doctor Who: …read more

Doctor Who and Captain Jack Harkness are headed for the good old U.S of A and just in time for Comic Con. Imagine that.
BBC America has announced their lineup for this year’s scifi / comic lollapalooza and it’s a biggie.
David Tennant, will appear alongside writer/executive producer Russell T Davies, executive producer Julie Gardner and director Euros Lyn for a Doctor Who panel on Sunday July 26, 10:00-11:00am PT. (Just before Supernatural!) They’ll be showing sneak peeks from Tennant’s upcoming specials and offering photo ops.
Then, John Barrowman, will take the stage with Davies and Julie Gardner to discuss the new Torchwood: …read more

John Barrowman fans already know that the Torchwood star is an accomplished stage actor, singer and an all around talented guy. Now it’s time to spread the word to the rest of the US. BBCAmerica has announced the first US release of two of Barrowman’s BBC Specials
Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 29 at 8:00 for the US premiere of Any Dream Will Do.
The spotlight is on the world of musical theatre as host Graham Norton (The Graham Norton Show) along with expert panelist John Barrowman (Torchwood) and legendary composer Andrew Lloyd Webber search for new talent to play …read more

They’re premiering the trailer at the NY Comic Con this weekend, but you can see it now — right here — the trailer for the next chapter of the Torchwood saga, Children of Earth.

 
Torchwood: Children of Earth
In one epic story told over five nights the new series, airing later this year on BBC AMERICA and BBC One in the UK, re-joins Captain Jack (John Barrowman), Gwen Cooper (Eve Myles) and Ianto Jones (Gareth David Lloyd) who are still coming to terms with the death of two of their closest friends. Despite their pain, they have a job to do. …read more

You guys can grumble all you like, but my love for Knight Rider just grows and grows. Last night it was a Halloween themed episode called “Knight of the Living Dead.” Billy steps into frame wearing his costume, a long, navy, military coat, baggy trousers, old fashioned suspenders. . . could it be?  Yes, indeedy!  Billy was dressed as Captain Jack Harkness! How cool is that and what percentage of the audience had any idea who they were talking about?
I’ll even forgive them the sexuality jokes because each joke was one more chance to hit the audience over …read more

This week on Torchwood, Rhys discovers the truth about Torchwood and becomes part of the team as they investigate a mysterious alien meat supply. With Rhys in increasing danger Gwen is under pressure like never before. Will Rhys go too far? Will Jack ask too much of him? And can Torchwood save the alien from being used as cheap meat?
Watch a clip from this episode and get an “Inside Look” at “To the Last Man” at BBCAmerica.
BBC America’s new Supernatural Saturday line-up kicks off with Doctor Who, season three, on Saturdays 7:00 p.m. ET   / 4:00 PT, followed by …read more

A fabulous new cast shot for Season Two of Torchwood and one of a very familiar face who will be guesting!
Remember that this year, here in the US, Torchwood Season Two begins on January 26 on BBC America.