
Backstage - TV & Film
Going behind the scenes to bring you showbiz interviews, TV recommendations and our thoughts on the latest movie releases - from both sides of the Atlantic. Join Katie, Claire and Stevie for a fun look at the world of entertainment. Got a message for us? Email backstage@sky.uk
Latest episodes

Sep 24, 2021 • 46min
A top tip, Jared Harris and The Green Knight
Welcome to Backstage – the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week we get a heads-up on a US talent show which is bound to make its way to the UK.We speak to Jared Harris about his role in the new, complex sci-fi saga 'Foundation' about what the future could look like and ask about the explosive budget for the Apple TV+ show.We’re weirded out by The Green Knight and we’re taken to church where it's unsafe for animals with Midnight Mass. And in lighter news, we chat about the British coming of age drama 'Sweetheart' and speak to Sophia Di Martino about serendipity for the role and life after Loki. As ever Sky Backstage is hosted by Claire Gregory and Stevie Wong, today joined by Sky News Arts and Entertainment Editor Amy Hitchcock - who can't seem to pick the right week #GetAmyOnWithBond

Sep 16, 2021 • 50min
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie and the return of two huge shows
Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News. This week we discuss Everybody’s Talking About Jamie and hear from its stars.We also talk about returning dramas Sex Education and The Morning Show and we watch a show that asks... what happened to all of the men? Plus we hear from actress and director Melanie Laurent.This week's show is hosted by Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong, and Chris Robertson.

Sep 9, 2021 • 44min
Jennifer Hudson, film festival buzz and what to watch
Welcome to Backstage - the film and TV podcast from Sky News. This week, Claire, Stevie and Amy chat about some of the buzziest movies coming to London Film Festival.Claire has a chat with the esteemed Jennifer Hudson about her legendary role in Respect as the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. The crew go to the North to cavort with whale catchers to review The North Water – which has gone where no drama has before and then down to Ireland for a heartfelt film called Herself.Plus we discuss new documentary Look Away and forensic crime drama Wolfe.

Sep 2, 2021 • 51min
Simu Liu, Camila Cabello and what to watch
Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News. In this episode, we hear from the star of Marvel’s newest movie Shang Chi, Simu Liu.We also talk about the new version of Cinderella starring Camila Cabello and... pretty much everyone? You can find out what to watch as we join Timothy Spall's bus hopping tearjerker ‘The Last Bus’, check out the new landmarks on ‘Landmark’ and dabble in new horror spin-off ‘American Horror Stories’.Not one to miss - this week Claire Gregory is joined by Sky News entertainment reporters Bethany Minelle and Chris Robertson.

Aug 19, 2021 • 54min
Henry Golding, The Walking Dead cast and what to watch this week
Welcome to Backstage!This week, we step into the weird and wonderful world of wellness retreats with Nicole Kidman's new show 9 Perfect Strangers.We hear from the ever-lovely Henry Golding, we reach the brink of Walking Deadliness with season 11, and what happens in the Night House - stays in the night house.This is the film and TV podcast from Sky News, this week hosted by Claire Gregory, Katie Spencer, and Stevie Wong.

Aug 12, 2021 • 53min
Ryan Reynolds, Minnie Driver and what to watch this week
Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News, where you can find out what to watch and hear from A-list guests.This week’s episode is hosted by Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong and guest host Sky News Arts Editor Amy Hitchcock. This week hear from Ryan Reynolds on his ‘role of a lifetime’ as the owner of Wrexham AFC and we chat to Minnie Driver about the second series of Modern Love.Stevie charms the pants off of CODA director Sian Heder - which is also our awards season tip for this week.And as always we’ll let you know what to watch both at home and at the cinema.Stay tuned and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe and get in touch via backstage@sky.uk - we love emails!

Aug 6, 2021 • 32min
Cruel Summer, Mr Corman and Vivo
Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News. Hosted by Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong, and Katie Spencer.This week we talk about addictive new teen drama Cruel Summer and hear from its stars.We discuss Joseph Gordon Levitt’s new series Mr. Corman, and we have a musical number with Lin Manuel Miranda's new film Vivo.Plus we review new comedy Buffering.Stay tuned and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe and get in touch via backstage@sky.uk - we love emails!

Jul 29, 2021 • 43min
Jungle Cruise, Limbo and Watch the Sound
Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News hosted by Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong, and Katie Spencer. This week we dissect Jungle Cruise, we talk to Ben Sharrock about his new film Limbo, and discuss the new music doc from Edgar Wright The Sparks Brothers.Plus we review Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson and we find out how our own Katie Spencer has basically become a grime star.Stay tuned and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe and get in touch via backstage@sky.uk - we love emails!

Jul 22, 2021 • 43min
Amy Winehouse, Ted Lasso and Jolt
Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week Claire and Stevie are joined by Sky News Arts and Entertainment Editor Amy Hitchcock to remember the legend that was Amy Winehouse. Our Amy’s been chatting to the singer Amy's goddaughter Dionne Bromfield - who is also the subject of a new MTV documentary, 10 years on from the star’s death.We also talk about Ted Lasso and hear from the show’s stars as it returns for a second series.And we review Jolt - the film that seems to have come out of nowhere and gets mixed reviews from the team.Stay tuned and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe and get in touch via backstage@sky.uk - we love emails!

Jul 20, 2021 • 21min
StoryCast 21: On Stage with Amy Winehouse
In 2021, Sky News is marking some of the century’s biggest news events through the personal stories of lives defined by unforgettable moments from the last 21-years.Episode 10 of the 21-part series is On Stage with Amy Winehouse.Three days before Amy Winehouse died of alcohol poisoning, she made her final stage appearance alongside her Goddaughter and musical protégée Dionne Bromfield.Now for the first time, Dionne reveals the ‘Aunty Amy’ only she knew.A decade since Winehouse’s death, she remains one of the UKs top selling artists.She also remains eclipsed by the media portrayal: The icon, the beehive hairstyle, the bright lights, paparazzi, and addiction that ultimately destroyed her.'On Stage with Amy Winehouse' explores the Amy Dionne remembers, why it’s taken 10-years to process her death, and how finding a ‘sister’ in Winehouse has come to define her.‘On Stage with Amy Winehouse' was produced by Rob Mulhern with Amy Hitchcock.Special thanks to Dionne BromfieldDigital by Tom GillespiePresented by Jayne SeckerSound Design, Rob MulhernTV treatment, Amy Hitchcock Head of Radio, Sky News, Dave TerrisDesign and graphics, Brian GillinghamSocial media, Chris ScottPress and Marketing, Alexandra HortonEmail: storycast@sky.ukFor more on this story log on to www.skynews/storycast21#StoryCast21