NETFLIX clearly believes Buying London is a fixer upper, because despite it failing to set the market alight they are eyeing a second series.
The show followed the super-glam team at DDRE London, a group of estate agents flogging Mayfair mansions and country estates to multi-millionaires.
It was hoped that the seven-parter would emulate the success of its American counterpart, Selling Sunset.
But viewers failed to invest in the glossy reality show in the same way and it was critically panned.
Regardless, I can reveal Netflix believes the format is worth another spin and are in talks to follow Daniel Daggers' team for another round.
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A source said: “Buying London has all the right ingredients to be a hit and followed the Selling Sunset recipe for the letter - it had property porn, in-fighting, romance and drama plus a dusting of celebrity sparkle.
"It managed to make Netflix’s UK top ten twice, but otherwise it wasn’t a runaway ratings success.
“But it’s relatively cheap to make and bosses think it’s worth another lap of the block.”
The series followed self-styled Daniel, nicknamed Mr Super Prime, and his team, including glamorous ex-Sky Sports presenter Olivia Wayne and breakout star, Lauren Christy.
They toured footie ace Raheem Sterling’s rental property, actress Salma Hayek's Holland Park abode and London’s most expensive home - second only to Buckingham Palace.
I’m sure there is plenty more properties to take a nosy at.
Ends in a triangle
BOBBY BRAZIER could be at the heart of an EastEnders love triangle.
The actor, who plays Freddie Slater in the soap, is seen joining Anna star Molly Rainford and Bobby’s Clay Milney Russell on their date next week.
Freddie gets stuck in helping his friend plan the fun day out for his girlfriend, who has little input or ideas when it comes to the romantic day out.
But it could leave Anna’s head turning if she realises that the special day has little to do with Bobby, as it was Freddie who came up with all the ideas.
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The episode will be available to stream next Monday on BBC iPlayer, and air Tuesday night on BBC2.
TOGETHER FOR NEVER AND EVER
THE Nevermets is the controversial Channel 4 dating series that sees online couples meet each other face-to-face meet for the first time.
But despite fears of catfishing, and dating disasters, one pair on the show have proven the unusual arrangement can work – and wed days after meeting.
And what’s more, I can reveal Matt, from Warrington, and Maria, from the Philippines – who dated online for three years – are still together and living in the UK in their own apartment, and celebrate their fifth anniversary later this year.
Matt, who was a virgin and only had one serious girlfriend before meeting Maria via a dating app, said: “I joined dating sites because I’ve always been shy around girls. I hadn’t had a girlfriend since high school as I lacked confidence, but Maria made me feel comfortable.
“Of course there are a lot of scammers out there, there’s always going to be catfishing.
“When it comes to whether online dating works, there are doubters – people talk negatively about their experiences – but there are genuine relationships out there, too.
“We’ve proven it can be a success.”
- Watch Matt and Maria on The Nevermets, Friday, 10pm.
