Karen Gillan Shines in New ITV Series Douglas Is Cancelled

Karen Gillan, the talented actress known for her roles in both TV and movies, is set to mesmerize audiences in the upcoming ITV series, Douglas Is Cancelled. The show reunites Gillan with celebrated showrunner Steven Moffat and her co-star Alex Kingston.

In this new drama, titled Douglas Is Cancelled, Gillan portrays the character Madeline Crow alongside Hugh Bonneville of Downton Abbey fame. Together, they depict the popular prime-time news anchors, Madeline Crow and the beloved Douglas Bellowes. The plot thickens as a Twitterstorm erupts following allegations made against Bellowes for a misogynistic joke he allegedly told at a wedding.

Gillan delves deep into her role as Madeline Crow, revealing the complexities of the character. From an initially calculated persona, Madeline’s layers unravel to show an innocent, enthusiastic soul navigating power dynamics in the workplace to progress in her profession.

Steven Moffat, the creator of Douglas Is Cancelled, faces criticism for his portrayal of women in the past. However, Gillan defends the necessity of this story being told and commends Moffat’s handling of the narrative, emphasizing the importance of shedding light on the female experience in professional settings.