Chris and Andy talk briefly about this latest episode of 'Andor' and the way the previous episodes have built up to the prison break (1:00). Then, they are joined for a second time by 'Andor' creator Tony Gilroy to talk about how he conceptualized the prison (19:30), and how he tries to put his actors in the best positions to succeed (39:07).
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‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Drops a Surprise Episode and Previewing the Winter TV Slate. Plus, Sharon Horgan on Creating and Starring in ‘Youth.’
Chris and Andy talk about “A Story of Derry,” a surprise Halloween episode of ‘It: Welcome to Derry,’ and why they think more shows should experiment with bonus drops (10:16). Along the way, they react to Curry Barker’s new short film (19:11) and the news that NBC is developing a ... Show More
1h 42m
Oct 30
‘Crystal Lake,’ ‘Carrie,’ and ‘The Lowdown’ S2E4
Chris and Andy talk about the news that HBO is developing a limited series starring Sarah Snook based on Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘The Birds’ (2:28). Then they discuss the Apple TV crime drama ‘Nocturne’ (19:53) and ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2, Episode 4 (31:18). Later, Chris is joined by J ... Show More
1h 23m
Oct 26
Where Are the Netflix Viewers Going? Plus, ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6 Finale and ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2, Episode 3.
Chris and Andy talk about the Bloomberg report that revealed that Netflix subscribers are spending less time on the platform and the potential reasons for that shift (2:40). Later, they discuss the ‘Slow Horses’ Season 6 finale (24:47) and ‘The Lowdown’ Season 2, Episode 3 (39:34 ... Show More
51m 12s
May 2023
Andor creator Tony Gilroy + STRIKE
Andor creator Tony Gilroy (Rogue One; the Bourne movies; Armageddon) discusses on getting hot on a project, writing vivid scenes, the incremental building of a series, his early resume including The Cutting Edge and Dolores Claiborne, and his disparate influences.But first: the W ... Show More
57m 15s
May 2025
Christopher McQuarrie on The Final Reckoning, Benicio del Toro & Michael Cera on The Phoenician Scheme, Tony Gilroy on Andor s2 (spoilers), and Cannes You Dig It?
This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt mark the release of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning by doing a non-spoiler, non-epic (less than 20 minutes!) chat with that film's director, the legendarily loquacious Christopher McQuarrie, [26:00 - 43:06 appr ... Show More
1h 58m
May 2024
Second In Command with Special Guest Andy Greenwald
Writer and podcaster Andy Greenwald (The Watch) returns to talk to Tim about podcasting, professional criticism, threads, and movies. Matt Walsh https://www.instagram.com/mrmattwalsh Timothy Simons https://www.instagram.com/timothycsimons Andy Greenwald https://ins ... Show More
48m 6s
Oct 2022
HOTD S1 Ep. 10 “The Black Queen”
This week Jason and Greta take on the season 1 finale and the consequences of installing someone new on the Throne. Plus, co-creator Ryan Condal returns to the podcast to discuss the struggles of power and decision-making, creating harmony between the book and the show and, of co ... Show More
1h 16m
Mar 2023
#555 — Rachel Zegler, Tony Gilroy & Diego Luna
A mere 55 episodes after her triumphant appearance at our live show to mark episode 500, the wonderful Rachel Zegler returns to the Empire Podcast to talk Shazam! Fury Of The Gods, poster spoilers, cheap mic stands, George Lucas, and much, much more in a fun chat with Chris Hewit ... Show More
1h 59m