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Introducing… Electoral Dysfunction

Today, something different – we're bringing you the trailer of an exciting new podcast from Sky called Electoral Dysfunction. Beth Rigby. Jess Philips. Ruth Davidson. With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Every week, they will examine our political leaders and their policies – how they’re written, and how they’re sold to voters – as we prepare for a general election.  With so much at stake, they will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction – and what it all actually means for you. Here's the trailer. For more, follow Electoral Dysfunction now wherever you listen to podcasts.

14m
Mar 01
Adam Driver, Sofia Coppola and Jamie Dornan

On the Backstage end of year special, the team looks at the best TV series and films released over the past 12 months - from Barbenheimer to Succession. Adam Driver, Penelope Cruz and Shaleine Woodley chat about new film Ferrari. Sofia Coppola and Cailee Spaeny speak about meeting Priscilla Presley for their film Priscilla. Game Of Thrones star Iwan Rheon tells us about Men Up - his new film about the medical trials for what would become Viagra. Plus, Jamie Dornan talks to us about series two of The Tourist - and his top films of the year. Hosts: Claire Gregory, Katie Spencer and Stevie Wong Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video director: James Whicher Podcast editor: Paul Stanworth

50m
Dec 22, 2023
Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon, Reacher and Golden Globes nominations

Are you ready for a new film franchise? After the idea was turned down by Star Wars, Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child Of Fire is out in cinemas. Zack Snyder and one of the stars of the film Staz Nair tells us about creating the new sci-fi universe and creating fully-formed new languages for its characters. The Golden Globes nominations have been announced for its 2024 ceremony with Barbie leading the way. Da'Vine Joy Randolph, who is nominated for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture, chats about the awards buzz the film is receiving. Plus, the team take a look at the second series of Prime Video’s Reacher, Percy Jackson and the Olympians series on Disney Plus and series two of Vigil on BBC. Hosts: Claire Gregory, Bethany Minelle and Stevie Wong Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video Director: Adam Noble Video Editor: Dave Colley Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth

44m
Dec 15, 2023
Julia Roberts, Bradley Cooper and May December

Actress Julia Roberts speaks about her new film Leave The World Behind and how she would survive an apocalyptic scenario. From the premiere of Maestro, director and actor Bradley Cooper responds to the initial online reactions to the film's trailer. Plus, director Todd Haynes chats about his film May December starring Natalie Portman, Julianne Moore and Charles Melton. Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video director: Malachi Bernard Video editor: Dave Colley Podcast editor: Paul Stanworth

40m
Dec 08, 2023
Timothee Chalamet, Richard Curtis and Jon Batiste

It's the film Timothee Chalamet fans have been waiting for - Wonka has had its world premiere in London. Following in the footsteps of Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp, we hear from the actor about taking on the iconic role of Willy Wonka. Oscar and Grammy award-winner Jon Batiste speaks to us about Netflix documentary American Symphony, which features him and his wife Suleika Jaouad. Director Richard Curtis, the man behind Notting Hill and Love Actually, tells us about his new Sky Cinema film Genie, starring Melissa McCarthy And Paapa Essiedu. Plus we take a look at the new Eddie Murphy and Tracy Ellis-Ross Christmas film on Prime Video - Candy Cane Lane. Hosts: Claire Gregory, Bethany Minelle and Stevie Wong Producer: Debbie Ridgard Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth Video Director: Neil Hunter Video Editor: Dave Colley

38m
Dec 01, 2023
Ridley Scott, Jodie Whittaker and Hannah Waddingham

Ridley Scott's latest theatrical release, Napoleon, is in cinemas this week. The director tells us about his "bum-ache factor" when it comes to film runtimes, Joaquin Phoenix's use of an American accent when portraying the once Emperor of France and gives us an update about filming the new Gladiator film starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington. It's a big week for Doctor Who fans as the BBC premieres the first of the series' specials - starring former doctor David Tennant. We get a sneak peak of the show (no spoilers!) and hear what David Tennant and Jodie Whittaker have to say about the 60th anniversary special episodes. Jodie Whittaker also tells us about her new Paramount Plus series, One Night and her decision to take on tough acting roles. Plus, Hannah Waddingham tells us about her Apple TV+ special, Hannah Waddingham: Home For Christmas, we hear from the stars of Channel 4's new series The Couple Next Door and the team chat about new Netflix reality TV series Squid Game: The Challenge. Hosts: Claire Gregory, Katie Spencer and Stevie Wong Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video director: Kevin Donaldson Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth Video Editor: Dave Colley

46m
Nov 24, 2023
Emerald Fennell, Paapa Essiedu, Caroline Quentin and Jason Isaacs

On this week’s Backstage podcast, director Emerald Fennell chats to us about her film Saltburn - starring Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Rosamund Pike, Richard E Grant and Carey Mulligan. The team takes a look at the final season of The Crown on Netflix and this year's line-up for ITV's I'm A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here. Jason Isaacs and Laura Aikman speak about new ITVX drama series about Cary Grant called Archie. Paapa Essiedu and Caroline Quentin discuss the second series of Sky Max's The Lazarus Project. And the team reviews Disney+'s new limited series A Murder At The End Of The World. Hosts: Claire Gregory, Bethany Minelle and Jayson Mansaray Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video director: Amy Black Editor: Dave Colley Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth

44m
Nov 17, 2023
Actors' strikes, The Hunger Games and Robbie Williams

US actors' union SAG-AFTRA has agreed a "tentative deal" with Hollywood studio bosses - bringing a 118-day strike to an end. On this week's Backstage podcast, we hear from the union’s chief negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland. Rachel Zegler, Tom Blyth, Hunter Shafer and Francis Lawrences speak to us at the UK premiere of The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes. Plus, the team talk about new Netflix docuseries Robbie Williams, the second season of Australian series The Newsreader on BBC and Prime Video's Bond-themed series 007: Road To A Million starring Brian Cox. Hosts: Katie Spencer, Claire Gregory and Thomas Crosse Producer: Debbie Ridgard Podcast Editor: Wendy Parker Video Director: Amy Cotterell Video Editor: Dave Colley

38m
Nov 10, 2023
Backstage | Nyad, Fingernails, How To Have Sex

On this week’s Backstage we hear from Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi about her new Netflix film Nyad. We also talk to Bonnie Stoll, who is played by Jodie Foster in the film. Director Christos Nikou chats about his inspiration behind Fingernails - the new Apple TV+ film starring Jessie Buckley, Jeremy Allen White, Riz Ahmed, Annie Murphy and Luke Wilson. Plus, making her feature directorial debut, Molly Manning Walker tells us about her new film How To Have Sex. Hosts: Katie Spencer, Bethany Minelle and Jayson Mansaray Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video director: David Gilman Video Editor: Dave Colley Podcast Editor: Wendy Parker

41m
Nov 03, 2023
Eddie Izzard in Doctor Jekyll and David Yates’ Pain Hustlers

On this week's Backstage, we hear from Eddie Izzard about her role in new film Doctor Jekyll. Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts director David Yates speaks to us about his latest film Pain Hustlers starring Emily Blunt and Chris Evans. BAFTA award-winning BBC drama, Time, has returned for a second series. Set in a women's prison, it stars Jodie Whittaker, Bella Ramsey and Tamara Lawrance. Fancy a scare this Halloween? The team share their film and TV picks for this weekend - The Enfield Poltergeist, The Fall of the House of Usher and Five Nights at Freddy’s. Hosts: Katie Spencer, Claire Gregory and Stevie Wong Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video director: Kevin Donaldson Video Editor: Charlie Joseph Podcast Editor: Wendy Parker

39m
Oct 27, 2023
Backstage | Daniel Kaluuya, Sir Lenny Henry and Errol Morris

On this week’s Backstage, we hear from Daniel Kaluuya as he makes his directorial debut alongside Kibwe Tavares for futuristic London-based film The Kitchen. Sir Lenny Henry speaks about his new ITV drama Three Little Birds - inspired by stories his mother and others told him about moving to the UK in the late 1950s. Director Errol Morris discusses filming the final interview of former British spy-turned-novelist, David Cornwell - better known as John le Carre. Plus, the team chat about the new Disney+ series Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story. Hosts: Claire Gregory, Bethany Minelle and Stevie Wong Producer: Debbie Ridgard Video director: Amy Cotterell Video Editor: Michael Halliday Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth

47m
Oct 20, 2023
Backstage | London Film Festival Special with Martin Scorsese, Steve McQueen, Lulu Wang and Todd Haynes

This week’s Backstage is live from the BFI London Film Festival as some of the most anticipated films of the year hold screenings in the UK. Martin Scorsese chats about his new film Killers of the Flower Moon, starting Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, Robert DeNiro and Brendan Fraser. Steve McQueen talks about his upcoming documentary Occupied City he made alongside his wife Bianca Stigter, and Lulu Wang tells us about working with Nicole Kidman for Prime Video’s six-part series Expats. Plus, Todd Haynes speaks about Charles Melton’s performance in May December – a film starring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore about an actor preparing for a role based upon a tabloid scandal. Hosts: Katie Spencer and Claire Gregory Producers: Debbie Ridgard, Jada-Kai Meosa John Camera and audio: Ali Abbas and Joss Matthews Podcast Editor: Wendy Parker

29m
Oct 13, 2023
Backstage with David Beckham and Caitlyn Jenner

On this week's Backstage, we hear from David Beckham about his Netflix docuseries Beckham. Caitlyn Jenner chats about Sky documentary series House Of Kardashian. Plus, the team discuss the fifth and final series of BBC show Ghosts. Producer: Debbie Ridgard Podcast Editor: Wendy Parker Hosts: Claire Gregory, Katie Spencer and Stevie Wong

45m
Oct 06, 2023
Backstage | Hollywood writers strike, Old Oak, and Boiling Point

Welcome to Backstage, the TV and film podcast from Sky News. On this week's Backstage, hosts Claire Gregory, Bethany Minelle, and Stevie Wong discuss the end to the strike by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and what that might mean for Hollywood production while actors remain on the picket line. Nadiya Hussain of Bake Off fame has a new cooking show, Nadiya’s Simple Spices (BBC), and tells Claire about the influence of her family when cooking. Director Ken Loach discusses the US writers' strike ending - and his latest film The Old Oak, which tells the story of a former mining village in northeast England that becomes the new location for Syrian refugees. Plus, the team reviews new series Boiling Point (BBC), the Taylor Swift Eras Tour film, and the Boys’ spin-off Gen V (Prime Video). Producers: Soila Apparicio, Debbie Ridgard, and Jada- Kai Meosa John Editor: Paul Stanworth

40m
Sep 29, 2023
Neighbours, The Continental: From The World of John Wick, Sex Education

On this week's Backstage, we hear from actress Mischa Barton about the return of Neighbours to our TV screens. Director Albert Hughes chats about taking on new series The Continental: From The World Of John Wick. Plus, the team chat about the final series of Netflix's Sex Education starring Ncuti Gatwa, Emma Mackey and Asa Butterfield.

47m
Sep 22, 2023
Backstage | Dumb Money, The Morning Show, & My Mum, Your Dad

On this week’s Backstage we chat about how celebrities are trying to control their narratives, after the Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner divorce news, as well as Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis’ leaked letters. Stevie gives a roundup of some of his favourite moments from the Toronto Film Festival, and director of Dumb Money, Craig Gillespie, tells us how he was introduced to the GameStock saga by his son during the pandemic. Plus, creator of Wilderness, Marnie Dickens, talks about writing a love letter to Taylor Swift for the show’s soundtrack. *While we've got you...please take a few moments to let us know your thoughts on our podcasts and your listening preferences by filling in a short survey. Click here https://s.userzoom.com/m/MSBDMTE2N1MyMTMx Producers: Jada-Kai Meosa John and Emma Woodhouse Podcast Promotions producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Paul Stanworth and Adam Jay

34m
Sep 15, 2023
Backstage | Past Lives, The Lovers, Wicked Little Letters

Taylor Swift is giving fans another chance to catch her Eras Tour in the US - this time in the cinema. On this week's Backstage, we chat about the 1989 singer's venture into film and some of the premieres from the Toronto International Film Festival. Writer and director Celine Song talks about her cinematic debut Past Lives as it hits cinemas, actress Roisin Gallagher speaks about her new Sky Atlantic series The Lovers, and director Thea Sharrock tells us about her new film Wicked Little Letters. Producer: Debbie Riggard Podcast promotions producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Paul Stanworth

38m
Sep 08, 2023
Backstage | The Following Events Are Based on a Pack of Lies, The Wheel of Time and One Piece

On this week's Backstage, we hear from actress Rebekah Staton about BBC One's thriller series, The Following Events are Based on a Pack of Lies. We also chat to executive producer and director Sanaa Hamri about filming on location for season two of Prime Video's The Wheel of Time, and we hear from actor Harris Dickinson about new film Scrapper. Plus, the team discusses new Netflix series One Piece, the US writers' and actors' strikes, and the cancellation of shows The Idol and The Great. Producer: Debbie Ridgard Editor: Paul Stanworth

47m
Sep 01, 2023
Backstage podcast: Edinburgh TV Festival special

On this week's Backstage podcast, hosts Claire Gregory and Katie Spencer are live from Edinburgh TV Festival - an event that showcases upcoming shows and programmes coming to TV screens and streaming platforms in the near future. Emmy-nominated producer Julia Nottingham speaks to us about the highly anticipated documentary series "Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story" coming to Disney+ this Autumn, Annabel Scholey chats about her new indie film Chuck Chuck Baby and Ruth Wilson talks about The Woman in the Wall, a new BBC One drama based on Ireland's controversial Magdalene Laundries. Plus, we discuss the big takeaways from this year's Edinburgh TV festival, including announcements from ITVX about new show Fortune Hotel and the return of Big Brother.

27m
Aug 25, 2023
Backstage with David Harbour and the creator of Strange Planet, Nathan W Pyle

On this week's Backstage, we chat about the latest box office figures as Barbie and Oppenheimer continue to dominate at the cinema. Ahead of the release of Gran Turismo, actor David Harbour chats about filming live stunts and understanding Tom Cruise's approach to moviemaking. We hear from Nathan W Pyle, the creator of Apple TV's Strange Planet, and Sarah Lambert - the showrunner for Sigourney Weaver's latest Prime Video series The Lost Flowers Of Alice Hart. Plus, we review BBC's Wolf, Netflix's Heartstopper, and Only Murders In The Building (Disney+). Vote for Backstage in the Listener Choice category at this year's British Podcast Awards by following this link: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting Timecodes: 01.13 - Box office figures for Barbie, Oppenheimer and Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One 04.00 - David Harbour on filming Gran Turismo 07.30 - Strange Planet - interview with creator Nathan W Pyle 11.22 - BBC's Wolf 18.40 - Netflix's Heartstopper 25.35 - Prime Video's The Lost Flowers Of Alice Hart - interview with showrunner Sarah Lambert 32.58 - Only Murders In The Building (Disney+)

38m
Aug 04, 2023
Backstage with David Tennant, Michael Sheen, Zach Galifianakis and Elizabeth Banks

On this week's Backstage, we hear the latest from the SAG-AFTRA strikes in the US as Breaking Bad actor Bryan Cranston makes a defiant speech targeted at Disney's CEO Bob Iger. David Tennant and Michael Sheen chat about season two of Prime Video's Good Omens. Plus, Elizabeth Banks speaks about pay disparity and her role in new Apple TV+ film The Beanie Bubble, based on the 90s Beanie Babies craze. Timecodes: 01.19 – Update on SAG-AFTRA strikes in the US 07.15 - Barbenheimer box office numbers 09.50 – Venice and Toronto Film Festival announcements 15.50 – Prime Video’s Good Omens season two – interview with David Tennant and Michael Sheen 26.53 – Apple TV+’s The Beanie Bubble – interviews with Zach Galifianakis, Elizabeth Banks, Kristin Gore and Damian Kalush

42m
Jul 28, 2023
Zoe Saldana, Ebon Moss Bachrach and Aidan Turner

How are the actors' strikes impacting film and TV? We have an update on the SAG-AFTRA strike as Barbie and Oppenheimer hit the big screen this weekend. On this week’s Backstage we hear from Avatar and Guardians of the Galaxy star Zoe Saldana about her new series Special Ops: Lioness and her thoughts on the actors’ strike in the US. Last year’s big summer hit, The Bear is back for season two. Ebon Moss Bachrach chats about the 'unbelievable' reaction the series received. Plus, fresh off the back of Wimbledon, Aidan Turner tells us about his new drama series set in the world of pro-tennis, Fifteen-Love. Producer: Debbie Ridgard Editor: Paul Stanworth Timecodes: 00.00.34 - Barbie and Oppenheimer hit cinemas 00.07.47 - SAG-AFTRA strike underway in the US. We hear from Brian Cox 00.15.23 - Disney +'s The Bear season two - Interview with Ebon Moss Bachrach 00.27.00 - Prime Video's Fifteen-Love - Interview with Aidan Turner and Ella Lily Hyland 00.36.50 - Paramount +'s Special Ops: Lioness - Interview with Zoe Saldana 00.46.50 - Netflix's They Cloned Tyrone - review

51m
Jul 21, 2023
Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Cillian Murphy, Christopher Nolan and Elle Fanning

It's the moment cinema-goers have been waiting for - Barbenheimer! On this week’s Backstage, we hear from Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling from the pink carpet at the European premiere of Barbie. Cillian Murphy and Christopher Nolan chat to us about Oppenheimer and Elle Fanning talks about using "dark humour" in season three of The Great. Plus, who was snubbed and who was honoured as the 2023 Emmy's nominations were revealed? Join host Claire Gregory, Sky's Arts & Entertainment reporter Bethany Minelle and TV and film reviewer Stevie Wong. Timecodes: 00.01.02 - SAG-AFTRA writer's strikes 00.06.00 - 2023 Emmy nominations 00.11.17 - Timothée Chalamet in new Wonka trailer 00.14.15 - Barbie - interviews with Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling and Greta Gerwig 00.23.59 - Oppenheimer - interview with Cillian Murphy and Christopher Nolan 00.33.03 - Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One review 00.37.20 - Lionsgate+'s The Great - interview with Elle Fanning 00.44.45 - Paramount +'s Quantum Leap - review

49m
Jul 14, 2023
Elemental, The Afterparty and Then You Run

On this week's Backstage podcast we hear from Mamoudou Athie and Leah Lewis about Pixar and Disney's latest release, Elemental. Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse writers Chris Miller and Phil Lord chat about season two of Apple TV+'s The Afterparty and Jack Whitehall talks about doing an American accent on camera after being mocked by Olivia Colman. Plus, Leah McNamara and Yasmin Monet Prince tell us about their experience filming Sky Original drama Then You Run. Timecodes: 00.57 - The latest on the potential SAG-AFTRA actor's strike and potential problems for the Oppenheimer UK premiere 03.43 - Biker Grove to return after 17 years 05.25 - Sex Education to end after season four 06.36 - Pixar and Disney's Elemental - interview with Mamoudou Athie and Leah Lewis and review 15.57 - Sky Original Then You Run - interview with Leah McNamara and Yasmin Monet Prince and review 26.10 - Apple TV+'s The Afterparty - interviews with Chris Miller, Phil Lord, Anthony King, Jack Whitehall and Paul Walter Hauser and review 36.50 - Prime Video's The Horrors of Dolores Roach - review 42.15 - ITVX's The Effects Of Lying - review

45m
Jul 07, 2023
Harrison Ford & Phoebe Waller-Bridge on Indiana Jones, plus Hijack, Riches and Wham!

This week on the Backstage podcast, Claire meets her hero Harrison Ford, who talks about his final outing as Indiana Jones (and tells her where to stand). There are mixed reviews for Idris Elba’s new action series, Hijack, and we hear about Wham!, the documentary charting the rise of 80s pop-royalty, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. Plus a review of ITV’s new family drama, Riches, and Claire is on the black carpet for the new season of The Witcher. PRODUCER: JIM FARTHING EDITOR: AMY HITCHCOCK

42m
Jun 30, 2023
Tom Cruise, Scarlett Johansson, Maya Hawke and Jennifer Lawrence

On this week's Backstage podcast, we hear from Scarlett Johansson, Bryan Cranston, Maya Hawke and the cast of Wes Anderson's Asteroid City. Jennifer Lawrence and Andrew Barth Feldman chat about their new film, No Hard Feelings. Plus, Tom Cruise tells us about Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One at the UK premiere in London. Timecodes: 01.20 - The highlights from Netflix's fan event Tudum, the latest Oscar's rule changes and early reactions to Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer 09.20 - Interviews with Bryan Cranston, Scarlett Johansson and Maya Hawke on Wes Anderson's Asteroid City 21.00 - Tom Cruise on Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One 26.22 - New series I'm A Virgo 30.15 - Jennifer Lawrence and Andrew Barth Feldman on No Hard Feelings 36.50 - And Just Like That season two

41m
Jun 23, 2023
Black Mirror, Marvel's Secret Invasion, The Full Monty and Take That

On this week's Backstage podcast, we hear from Black Mirror creator Charlie Brooker about the star-studded sixth season of the Netflix show. Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald chat about the Take That-inspired film, Greatest Days, starring Aisling Bea. At the Full Monty's premiere in Sheffield, Robert Carlyle speaks about the impact of writers' strikes, and singer Alexandra Burke tells us about her first film role in Pretty Red Dress. Plus, Samuel L Jackson and Olivia Colman chat all about their new Marvel series Secret Invasion. Timecodes: 00.00 What's coming up on this week's podcast 03.56 Greatest Days film - Take That and Aisling Bea 13.25 The Full Monty - Robert Carlyle 21.00 Black Mirror - Charlie Brooker 30.40 Secret Invasion - Samuel L Jackson and Olivia Colman 38.30 Pretty Red Dress - Alexandra Burke

42m
Jun 16, 2023
Flamin' Hot's Eva Longoria, The Idol and The Crowded Room

Welcome to Backstage, the TV and film podcast from Sky News. On this week's episode, Claire Gregory is joined by Sky News' arts and entertainment correspondent Katie Spencer and TV and film reviewer Stevie Wong. We hear from Eva Longoria about her feature directorial debut for her film Flamin' Hot and the stars of Ted Lasso - Brendan Hunt and Nick Mohammed. Plus, we review some of the most anticipated new TV series including Sky Atlantic's The Idol starring Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd - and Apple TV+'s The Crowded Room starring Tom Holland. Producer: Debbie Ridgard Editor: Paul Stanworth

41m
Jun 09, 2023
Little Mermaid's Melissa McCarthy and Javier Bardem

On this week’s Backstage podcast, Claire Gregory is joined by Sky News' Arts and Entertainment correspondent Katie Spencer and producer Jayson Mansaray to talk about the week's stories - including the death of Tina Turner and Phillip Schofield's departure from ITV's This Morning. Our cinema pick of the week is The Little Mermaid. We hear from the stars, Jacob Tremblay, Daveed Diggs, Melissa McCarthy, Javier Bardem and the film’s director Rob Marshall. Plus, we review some of the most anticipated new TV series including Sky Max and Now's detective series Poker Face starring Natasha Lyonne, Apple TV+’s Platonic and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Netflix series FUBAR. Producer: Debbie Ridgard

51m
May 26, 2023
Cannes Film Festival Special: Johnny Depp, Indiana Jones and Richard Gere

Welcome to Backstage, the TV and film podcast from Sky News. From the Cannes Film Festival, Sky's entertainment reporter Claire Gregory is joined by TV and film reviewer Stevie Wong, who are amongst the stars, action and controversy. Claire and Stevie report fresh from attending THAT Johnny Depp press conference and discuss his new film, Jeanne Du Barry. Plus, all the gossip surrounding the big premieres including Indiana Jones and films from Leonardo DiCaprio, Pixar, and possibly the most star-studded film ever by Wes Anderson. Claire is also very excited to speak with Richard Gere and Emma Roberts about their new romcom, Maybe I Do. PRODUCER: JIM FARTHING EDITOR: PAUL STANWORTH

32m
May 18, 2023