Douglas Is Cancelled
A risky joke, a job in jeopardy.
Created by Steven Moffat
On ITV1
A sharp, topical comedy-drama about cancel culture and professional reputation that balances satirical playfulness with genuine stakes and moral ambiguity.
The career of respected news presenter Douglas is threatened after he makes an ill-advised joke. With her 2 million social media followers, tech-savvy co-anchor Madeline could throw Douglas a lifeline by posting in his defense… but will she?
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