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The Empire Film Podcast

Bauer Media
Hollywood
Empire Magazine
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Star Wars
Film Industry
Disney Plus
Animation
Netflix
Mission Impossible: the Final Reckoning
Bob Marley
Shōgun
Christmas Movies
Tron Ares
The Running Man
A Thousand Blows
Wicked For Good
The Rings Of Power
The Boys In the Boat
Thunderbolts
The Odyssey

The Empire Film Podcast is the official podcast of Empire, the world's biggest and best movie magazine. We bring you all the latest movie news and nonsense, as well as reviews of the week's new films, an assortment of irreverent, film-related chat and interviews with some of Hollywood's best and brightest. New episodes every Friday. For our famous deep dives into specific movies, subscribe to the ... more

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This week's Empire Podcast is the kind of episode that could leave other film podcasts in its wake. Mainly because there's a lot of discussion of ships, boats, the high seas and the like. First off, our guests this week are Callum Turner and George M... more

It's a director-led edition of The Interviews this week, folks, as Helen O'Hara sits down with David Frankel to discuss his returning (along with Meryl & Anne & Emily & The Tooch) for The Devil Wears Prada 2, some twenty years after the original movi... more

If we told you that this week's episode of the Empire Podcast featured not one but two people banging on about Taylor Swift, odds are you'd reckon one of them was James Dyer. And you'd be wrong. For those people are Ben Travis and David Lowery, direc... more

This month's episode of The Shameless Plug sees Chris Hewitt away and James Dyer stepping in to sit down once more with Empire editor/podcast hostage Nick De Semlyen for a look at the new issue. In a complete upending of the entire format, Nick goes ... more

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Recent Guests

David Lowery
Writer-director of Mother Mary
Mother Mary (film)
Episode: Droopy Is Not A Looney Tune Character (ft. special guest, David Lowery)
Brian Cox
Actor and director of Glenrothan
Independent film (Glenrothan)
Episode: Lee Cronin's Bluey (ft. guest, Brian Cox)
Kat Coiro
Director
Film: You, Me & Tuscany
Episode: The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Seamus McLean Ross
Actor (Gavin) in California Schemin
Film: California Schemin
Episode: The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Lee Cronin
Director of The Mummy
Film: The Mummy
Episode: The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Jack Reynor
Irish actor starring as Charlie in The Mummy
Film: The Mummy
Episode: The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Will Packer
Producer
Film: You, Me & Tuscany
Episode: The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Samuel Bottomley
Actor (Billy) in California Schemin
Film: California Schemin
Episode: The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Actor in Fuze
Independent
Episode: The Psychopomps Are Flying Again (ft. guests Aaron Taylor-Johnson and David Mackenzie)

Host

Chris Hewitt
Primary host and commentator, known for his engaging interviews and lively discussions related to films.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Movie fan

    Great content, with sharp and insightful reviews that often steers me towards films I may not have watched. The Marvel and Avatar fanboying can get a bit tedious, but doesn’t overshadow hours of excellent free content that I have enjoyed for years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Physio2005
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Up and down, highs and lows, in and out?

    The Marvel love is intolerable… the Avatar love is just embarrassing.

    I’ve been listening for years and still do (just about) so 5 stars for a truck load of free entertainment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hatchershmatcher
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • When did it all go wrong

    I can no longer listen to this, it’s become a shadow of its former rather good self. I want to know about films and not mindless chatter, politics and overlapping voices. Get back to been what you were once good at

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    FreyjaKat
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • I owe you this

    Been listening since the beginning and do so every week. Best film pod around. Five stars from me is quite literally the least I could do for the hundreds of hours of entertainment. Enjoy those stars. Savour them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack Hackett
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • The best film podcast, with the best pals

    Love listening in to Chris, Helen and James every single week. They’re good company, it’s packed with film fun every week. Get on it.

    Shout out to the Shameless Plug too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rahmus
    United Kingdom6 months ago

Listeners Say

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A portion of the audience expresses annoyance with the recurring focus on certain franchises, suggesting a desire for broader themes in film conversations.
Several fans commend the hosts' diverse perspectives and ability to cover a wide range of film-related topics, enhancing their weekly entertainment experience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous discussions about film, highlighting the chemistry between hosts. Overall content is frequently praised for being insightful and entertaining, providing a great mix of critiques and guest interviews.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Q: How did chemistry between the leads develop during production?
The chemistry was nurtured from early meetings and a Rome table read, with Kat guiding the cast to fan the flames of their characters' dynamics, while Will highlighted the importance of letting actors play off each other and exploring unscripted moments.
Lee Cronin's Bluey (ft. guest, Brian Cox)
Q: What prompted you to direct Glenrothan and how did you approach that role?
I was persuaded by Neil Zeiger, and I directed it to empower the actors and create an egalitarian set where talent could thrive without being micromanaged.
The Interviews (Theo James, John Waters, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett)
Q: What drew Theo James to Fuze and how did you approach Corallis's accent and backstory?
Theo discusses the balance between keeping an element of mystery and making Corallis feel real, using accent to ground the character and discussing how backstory was revealed in small, controlled pieces.
The Psychopomps Are Flying Again (ft. guests Aaron Taylor-Johnson and David Mackenzie)
Q: What drew you to the idea of mashing up a bomb disposal movie with a heist thriller, and how did real-world expertise shape the project?
David Mackenzie and Aaron Taylor-Johnson explain that the mash-up was born from a long-held idea, developed with input from military and EOD advisors to keep the bomb-disposal sequences authentic, while the London setting and the race-against-time structure drive the tension and stakes.
The Interviews (ft. Samara Weaving, Tyler Gillett & Matt Bettinelli-Olpin; Iain Forsyth & Jane Pollard; Daniel Chong & Nicole Paradis Grindle)
Q: What stage are you at with the new Ready Or Not sequel, and how did you approach the title?
The filmmakers describe an organic process of deciding to continue the story and acknowledge how fan response and the first film's success motivated them; the title was part of early pitches and evolved with the script.

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This podcast offers a vibrant mix of film discussions, reviews, and interviews, appealing to cinephiles and casual moviegoers alike. Episodes feature lively conversations among hosts and special guests that cover latest film releases, industry news, and unique behind-the-scenes insights from filmmakers and actors. With a blend of humor and thoughtful analysis, it often explores various themes within film and entertainment, enriching listeners' understanding of cinema while keeping the tone light and engaging. Notable for its mix of serious critique and playful banter, the podcast creates a welcoming atmosphere for movie enthusiasts of all types, making it an entertaining weekly staple for fans of the silver screen.

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Recent guests on The Empire Film Podcast include:

1. David Lowery
2. Brian Cox
3. Kat Coiro
4. Seamus McLean Ross
5. Lee Cronin
6. Jack Reynor
7. Will Packer
8. Samuel Bottomley

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