
A podcast about how to make film and TV by filmmakers who actually make them. Interviewing guests from the film-making world from Indie film to Hollywood and everything in between. Hosts Giles Alderson (The Dare), Dom Lenoir (Winter Ridge) Lucinda Rhodes Thakrar (Wolves of War), Tori & Matthew Butler-Hart (Two Down), Phil Hawkins (Prancer: A Christmas Tale), Stephen Follows (Film Data Analyst), Ch... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 490 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm HistoryFilm Interviews | |||

It's 2026! Welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast!
The legendary James L. Brooks (Creator of 'The Simpsons', Director of 'As
Good as It Gets') sits down with Conor Boru and Francis Annan to discuss
his first film in 15 years, 'Ella McCay'.
In thi... more
In this regular festive episode of The Filmmakers Podcast, the hosts and guests engage in light-hearted banter, share personal updates, and discuss the joys and challenges of filmmaking, the TOP TEN podcast episodes of the year AND they compete in th... more
Filmmakers, we have the creators of the biggest show on the planet. The masterminds who took 80s nostalgia, Dungeons & Dragons, and a group of kids on bikes, and turned it into a global empire. I am talking, of course,
about Matt and Ross Duffer—Th... more
We are joined this week by Mark Hampton, who has not only written, produced, directed and edited his British Independent Boxing Drama Thriller (described as "Rocky meets Wall Street") but starred in it too.
Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir sit and chat... more
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..this is THE go-to podcast for anyone who wants to make a feature film. This podcast has been a source not only of amazing knowledge with fantastic guests, but also of encouragement and support, with Giles’ always positive pep-talks and genuine desire for filmmakers to get out there and do it.
Through the difficult process of getting a film made, The Filmmaker’s Podcast has been a consistent source of inspiration and really kept me going through the challenges of getting my first feature film ... more
If you’re an independent film maker then this is the most informative and essential podcast you can listen to on a weekly basis. It’s motivating, educational and inspiring. The hosts always seem to ask the right questions to the array of industry guest. Everyone involved in film & TV should listen and hopefully one day be a guest on The Filmmakers Podcast.
Great podcast for filmmakers, by filmmakers who are in the trenches actually making films. Fun to listen to as well as informative! Including interviews with professionals working at all levels of the industry!
This show is the light at the end of the tunnel for anyone in the industry. It keeps you going!
It’s so good, they ask all the questions you want them to, incredible artists and filmmakers given lots of space to go into detail about their work and process. Fascinating, compelling and really daft jokes thrown in for good measure. Highly recommended
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This podcast offers a unique insight into the filmmaking process, featuring discussions with a wide array of industry professionals from independent filmmakers to Hollywood stars. Episodes focus on various aspects of film production, sharing personal stories and experiences that highlight the challenges and triumphs encountered in creating movies and TV shows. Noteworthy for its behind-the-scenes access, the conversations not only cover technical aspects like directing, writing, and acting but also delve into the emotional and collaborative journey of filmmaking, making it a rich resource for aspiring filmmakers and enthusiasts alike.
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The Filmmakers Podcast launched 8 years ago and published 490 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Filmmakers Podcast include:
1. Matt Duffer
2. Ross Duffer
3. Mark Hampton
4. Itzchak Maghen
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6. Michael Shannon
7. Felicity Jones
8. Kerry Condon
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