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Essential film reviews, TV reviews, and all conversations around movie and non-movie related stuff brought to you by Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo. Plus a whole bunch of recommendations to watch in cinemas, on all streaming services and on physical media. Want more Kermode & Mayo? Subscribe to Kermode & Mayo’s Extra Takes to get ad-free listening plus access to our subscriber-exclusive show, TAKE TW... more

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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 photo... more

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, behi... more

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, behi... more

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Recent Guests

Leo Woodall
Actor, star of Tuner, guest on the show
Actor, involved in Tuner
Episode: Is THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU a STAR WARS spin off too far? + Leo Woodall
Olivia Colman
Oscar-winning actor
Jimpa (actor)
Episode: THREE FILMS OF THE WEEK? Is that even allowed? + Olivia Colman
Sophie Hyde
Director of Jimpa
Jimpa
Episode: THREE FILMS OF THE WEEK? Is that even allowed? + Olivia Colman
Sir Ian McKellen
British stage and screen actor
The Christophers (film)
Episode: SIR IAN MCKELLEN: Christophers and some unfinished business…
Steve Coogan
Actor and creator of Legends for Netflix
Netflix
Episode: Does THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 rock the sequel trend? + STEVE COOGAN
Richard Gadd
Multi award-winning screenwriter, playwright and performer
BBC/Netflix projects including Half Man
Episode: Have we found Mark’s film of the year already?
John Waters
Pope of Trash, filmmaker
Filmmaker (Pinks Flamingoes, Hairspray, etc.)
Episode: John Waters: “I’m so respectable I could puke”
Mark Kermode
Host
Kermode & Mayo
Episode: John Waters: “I’m so respectable I could puke”
Brian Cox
Actor and director of Glenrothan
Independent film director/actor
Episode: Brian Cox on GLENROTHAN: will it go down smoothly with Mark?

Hosts

Mark Kermode
Host of the show, film critic
Simon Mayo
Co-host and interviewer on the program

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 5.5k ratings
  • Hate the politics

    Love the film stuff, hate the arrogant leftist political commentary. Another LTL bites the dust.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    counosboy
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Please Rant About Movies Not About Politics

    I was a longtime listener, and an OG subscriber to the “Takes” iteration of this show, so leaving this review makes me very sad: the show has become unlistenable. Kermode’s (and to a lesser extent Simon’s) rants about geopolitics in general and American politics in particular have rendered the show unlistenable. I say this as a progressive Democrat who is every bit as enraged as they are about the state of the world. But hearing what they think about the state of things is not why I listen to th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    iolantherosa
    United States2 months ago
  • Mr Irrelevant & Mr Irrelevant-o

    Two critics with nothing to say yet speaking incessantly regardless.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bibliophenia
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Used to love this show but it's a shadow of it's former self. Unfunny laughter lift, too many ads, Mark constantly comparing a film he's reviewing to other films. My biggest bugbear is Simon constantly clearing his throat. It goes right through me

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Neil
    2 months ago
  • Healing powers

    Just listening to the Maxxxine review from July 2024 and wanted to complement this podcast. It’s so good it managed to cure my athlete’s foot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cadeira
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Fans praise thoughtful reviews and strong interview choices.
Many appreciate the banter and warmth between hosts.
Long-time listeners value consistency and long-form guests.
Some call for fewer promotions and better audio quality.
A significant portion dislikes politics intruding into episodes and ads.

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Is THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU a STAR WARS spin off too far? + Leo Woodall
Q: Introduce us to the film, and introduce us to your character, Nikki White.
Leo Woodall explains that Tuner follows a pianist with hyperacusis who becomes involved in a risky situation alongside his uncle, played by Dustin Hoffman, and discusses his preparation, including piano tuning, learning to play, and collaborating with a tonal coach.
SIR IAN MCKELLEN: Christophers and some unfinished business…
Q: What attracted you to The Christophers and your role in it?
McKellen explains that the character, a once-renowned painter facing unfinished work, offered a rich emotional landscape and a chance to explore themes of aging, memory, and artistic renewal, which resonated with his interests as an actor.
Have we found Mark’s film of the year already?
Q: Why did Richard Gadd decide to act in Half Man after initially planning not to?
Gadd explains that Jamie Bell's enthusiasm and the show's trajectory convinced him that his involvement would enhance the project and help sell the show, turning a reserved plan into active participation.
Have we found Mark’s film of the year already?
Q: What is Half Man about and who are the central characters?
Half Man follows Reuben and Nile, exploring male repression and violence across decades, with each character needing what the other provides, creating a complex, two-voice dynamic across time periods.
Does THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 rock the sequel trend? + STEVE COOGAN
Q: What drew you to Legends and the portrayal of undercover work in the show?
Steve explains the appeal of portraying ordinary civil servants thrust into extraordinary situations, and discusses the balance of realism and drama in Legends, as well as the challenges of playing real people.

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Two seasoned film critics provide brisk and opinionated reviews of current releases, industry chatter, and interviews with prominent guests. The format blends in-depth film analysis with long-form conversations that illuminate acting craft, production choices, and behind-the-scenes storytelling, all delivered with warmth, humor, and a distinctly UK sensibility. Regular sponsor reads and a mix of festival notes, industry banter, and occasional political commentary give the show a broad, entertainment-centric appeal that still keeps a tight focus on cinema and related media.

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