Simon interviews actor and singer Taron Egerton best known for his work in the ‘Kingsman Franchise,’ and ‘Rocketman’ about his role in Apple TV+ new drama series ‘Black Bird – based on true events about a convict trying to help catch a serial killer. Mark reviews the much anticipated ‘Thor: Love and Thunder,’ new British robot film ‘Brian and Charles’, ‘Blac ... Show More
Nov 21
Now & Ben: Benedict Cumberbatch on THE THING WITH FEATHERS
Howdy Take listeners—it's about time for another Now & Ben, don’t you think?
This time it’s Benedict Cumberbatch—who chats to our Ben about his new film ‘The Thing With Feathers’, alongside director Dylan Southern. Based on the bestselling Max Porter novel, the movie follows ... Show More
15m 56s
Nov 20
WICKED: Which Witch Wins - Is the Sequel/Prequel Equal?
Some exciting news—The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo. Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member‑only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind‑the‑scenes photos and vide ... Show More
1h 23m
Nov 13
Edgar Wright on THE RUNNING MAN
Some exciting news—The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo. Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member‑only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind‑the‑scenes photos and video ... Show More
1h 21m
Feb 2024
‘Dune: Part Two’ and ‘Shogun’ Anticipation Meter, the Possible Paramount-Peacock Merger, ‘The Dynasty,’ and ‘The Greatest Night in Pop’
Chris and Andy talk about rewatching ‘Dune’ in anticipation of ‘Dune: Part Two’ and how seriously Denis Villeneuve takes this world that he is creating (1:00). Then they talk about ‘Shogun’ and why the show reminds them of ‘Game of Thrones’ (18:03), before talking about the rumor ... Show More
1h 9m
Jul 2023
‘Primal Fear’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
The job of The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey is not to talk, it is to sit there and look innocent. The guys kick off Courtroom Month on ‘The Rewatchables’ by revisiting the 1996 mystery-drama ‘Primal Fear,’ starring Richard Gere, Laura Linney, and Edward No ... Show More
1h 40m
Sep 2020
‘Snowpiercer’ with Eric Nam, Brian Nam, and Diane Kang
Eric, Brian, and DIVE Studios’ producer Diane Kang are here to dissect TNT’s ‘Snowpiercer’ (based on Bong Joon Ho’s 2013 film of the same name). Does this TV series do the original story justice? How does it compare to Director Bong’s masterpiece? And what do cruises have to do w ... Show More
58m 11s
Jan 2024
What we'll be glued to in 2024 and why do some shows never return to our screens?
Welcome to the first episode of The Rest Is Entertainment of 2024.
Richard and Marina give their rundown of what their excited by in the year ahead across TV, movies, books and theatre. Richard also explains why longstanding titles such as A Question of Sport get cancelled, plus ... Show More
40m 4s
Aug 2017
‘A Few Good Men’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan and Amanda Dobbins
HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Amanda Dobbins to celebrate and appreciate 1992’s ‘A Few Good Men’ in the inaugural episode of 'The Rewatchables' by discussing what they love about the movie (1:00), which scenes have aged the best and worst (9:30), a ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2024
The Bikeriders (2023), with writer/director Jeff Nichols
Originally set to be released by Disney in 2023, Jeff Nichols' new film - The Bikeriders - was dropped by the studio at the last minute, before finally landing a new home with Focus Features and Universal.
Nichols joins us for a special podcast to discuss the film, with the conve ... Show More
40m 56s