Backstage - TV & Film

Welcome to Backstage – the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week with entertainment reporters Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong and Bethany Minelle:•Stevie gives us a CinemaCon news breakdown•We discuss plans to shake up public service broadcasting the UK•Hear from the stars and creator of Downton Abbey: A New Era (Cinemas, 29th April)•We chat about Ten Percent and hear from lead actor Jack Davenport (Prime Video, 28th April)•What exactly is a metaphysical thriller? We discuss Shining Girls (Apple TV+, 29th April)•And Devils is back for a second series – and we hear from Patrick Dempsey (Sky Atlantic, 29th April) Next week we’ll hear from Benedict Cumberbatch ahead of the release of the latest Dr. Strange movie and we’ll talk about the new true-crime drama The Staircase.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

This week entertainment reporters Claire Gregory and Stevie Wong and Sky News arts and entertainment editor Amy Hitchcock come together to talk Netflix, Dan Stevens' political commentary, and the very best reviews for the latest shows worth talking about.•We talk to Dan Stevens about Gaslit (STARZPLAY, April 24th)•Join Steve Coogan and Sarah Solemani for their new Hollywood comedy, Chivalry (Channel 4, 21st April) •We also coo along with the Heartstoppers (Netflix, April 22nd) as the team reminisce on their school years•The Rising (Sky Max/Now April 22nd) raises questions about whether supernatural genres can work with crime thrillers•And Peacock (BBC Three, April 25th) reminds us what BBC Three feel-good comedies are supposed to look like•BONUS: Catch the full Dan Stevens interview at the end of the show to hear more of his thoughts on his new role in GaslitNext week we’ll talk about the return of Downton and the remake of Call My Agent plus hear from the stars of both.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to Backstage – the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week entertainment reporters Claire Gregory and Stevie Wong and Sky News arts and entertainment editor Amy Hitchcock unpack Vikings, political scandals and art imitating life.Stay tuned to discover:•Derry Girls - who was the surprise cameo?•Why is Johnny Depp back in court?•The Killing Eve finale - was it all wrong?•Interview with Anya Taylor-Joy and Alexander Skarsgard for The Northman•Is Netflix’s Anatomy of a Scandal worth a watch? + hear from Sienna Miller and Rupert Friend•A tip for Hugh Laurie fans; Why Didn't They Ask Evans? (BritBox, 14th April)•Calling Kardashian stans - THE KARDASHIANS (Disney +, 14th April)•And a spot of Josh Brolin anyone? Outer Range (Prime Video, 15th April)Next week we’ll hear from Dan Stevens who's turned political satirist when it comes to talking about his new show Gaslit.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to Backstage - the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week off the back of an Oscar-fuelled few weeks the Sky News Arts and Ents team are back with some TV and Film reviews to get your teeth into.Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong and Katie Spencer chat about:Bridgerton Season 2 (Netflix), Slow Horses (Apple TV+), Moon Knight (Disney Plus), Pachinko (Apple TV+), Peaky Blinders (BBC iPlayer)We also review: All The Old Knives (Prime Video, April 8th)Hard Cell (Netflix, April 12th)Julia (Sky Atlantic/HBO Max, April 12th)Next week we’ll hear from Alexander Skarsgard and Anya Taylor-Joy and we’ll talk about the buzzy new drama Anatomy of a Scandal.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to a special episode of Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News.Katie Spencer and Claire Gregory join Stevie Wong from the Blue Carpet, at the Vanity Fair party in LA, to discuss a rather eyebrow raising Oscars 2022!There's plenty to talk about, including: • CODA's historic night• Our new favourite pair, Youn Yuh-jung and Troy Kotsur• Megan Thee Stallion's remix of We Don't Talk About Bruno• Liza and Gaga stealing the show• Jessica Chastain's powerful speechOh, and, the small matter of Will Smith slapping Chris Rock. Eek.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week, Claire Gregory and Katie Spencer are in L.A to chat with Stevie Wong about all things Oscars.Coming up, you'll hear from:•Oscars host Regina Hall•Best actor and actress nominees Will Smith and Jessica Chastain•Best supporting actor and actress nominees Troy Kotsur and Ariana DeBosePlus, we talk about what you can expect from the ceremony, and predict which films will win awards on Sunday. Next week, we’ll be back with a debrief following the Oscars – find out about all the surprises, snubs and behind-the-scenes gossip. And we'll see how our predictions turned out...You can watch the Academy Awards exclusively on Sky Cinema on Sunday 27th March from 11pm. You can also catch the repeat on Monday 28th from 7pm on Sky Cinema, or from 10pm on Sky Showcase.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week, Claire Gregory and Stevie Wong are joined by Sky New Arts and Entertainment Reporter Bethany Minelle. Coming up:•BAFTAs and Critics' Choice Reactions•Stevie speaks to Seriously Red's Rose Byrne at SXSW•Claire speaks to Daisy Edgar-Jones about her new film Fresh. (Disney+ / Hulu - March 18th)•The big review this week is Top Boy S4 - Claire speaks to Kane 'Kano' Robinson about the new season. (Netflix - 18th March)•Mixed feelings about Jared Leto's accent in WeCrashed.•Anne Hathaway speaks to Sky News about how she wanted the role to be specific. (Apple TV+ - March 18th)•Deep Water is Ben Affleck and Ana De Armas' new release, but is it a sinker or a floater? (Prime Video - March 18th)Next week it’s our huge Oscars preview.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week, Claire Gregory and Stevie Wong are joined by Sky New Arts and Entertainment Editor Amy Hitchcock. Coming up:• BAFTAs preview - what to look out for on Sunday• BAFTA nominee Caitriona Balfe joins Backstage to talk about her role in Outlander (now streaming on Starzplay)• Turning Red (Disney+ March 11th)• Chat with Sandra Oh and Anne-Marie• The Adam Project (Netflix, March 11th)• Upload, Series 2 (Prime Video, March 11th)• Holding (ITV, March 14th)• Chat with Conleth HillNext week we’ll hear from Daisy Edgar-Jones and Anne Hathaway and we’ll talk about the return of Top Boy.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week with Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong and Bethany Minelle:•SAG Awards - What do they tell us about this year's Oscars? Will they replace the Golden Globes?•Euphoria series two finale was ruffling some feathers, but was there difficulty on set?•The Batman is here (Cinemas, March 4th)•Interview with Robert Pattinson and Zoe Kravitz•Shining Vale (Starzplay, March 6th)•Interview with Courteney Cox and Greg Kinnear.•Ali and Ava (Cinemas, March 4th) - taking control of your love story•Mood (BBC Three)•Interview with Nicôle LeckyNext week we’ll hear from Bafta nominee and Outlander star Catriona Balfe and talk about the latest Pixar film Turning Red.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Welcome to Backstage, the film and TV podcast from Sky News.This week with Claire Gregory, Stevie Wong, and Katie Spencer:•Lucky Fan Favourite tweeters will get flown out to the Oscars but Stevie says it might be an IRS issue.•Claire chats to Peter Dinklage and Joe Wright about Cyrano. (Cinemas, Feb 25th)•We discuss the final series of Peaky Blinders (BBC One, Feb 27th)•And the final season of Killing Eve. (BBC One, Feb 28th)•Will The Duke attract the Grey Pound? (Cinemas, Feb 25th)•Jim Broadbent talks about his experience working with the late Roger Michell•And we follow Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Foo Fighters to a haunted house in Studio 666 (Cinemas, Feb 25th)Next week: We’ll hear from R-Patz himself on The Batman and Courteney Cox on Shining Vale and talk about SO MANY other things.Send in your questions: backstage@sky.uk || Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify