Paige / "Fighting With My Family"
WWE Superstar Paige discusses a new biopic about her life, "Fighting With My Family."
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Playback with Kris Tapley
A Variety / iHeartRadio co-production, PLAYBACK is a weekly film-focused podcast that brings you exclusive conversation with the talents behind many of today’s hottest movies. Hosted by Vari...
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20 of 100 episodesDean DeBlois / "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World"
Director Dean DeBlois discusses the trilogy capper of one of DreamWorks' most successful animated franchises.
Special Edition: 2019 Oscar and Spirit Nominees
This week's clip show brings you brief chats with filmmakers and actors nominated for Oscars or Spirit Awards next weekend.
Paul Schrader / "First Reformed"
Legendary filmmaker Paul Schrader is finally an Oscar nominee. He discusses his career and recent acclaim.
Marina de Tavira / "Roma"
Surprise Oscar nominee Marina de Tavira discusses her work in "Roma" and the life-changing moment she landed an Academy notice.
Amy Adams / "Vice"
Six-time Oscar nominee Amy Adams discusses her latest film and her experiences with awards season over the years.
Special Edition: 2019 Oscar Nominations Reaction
Variety's Jenelle Riley joins us for a discussion of this year's Oscar nominations.
Brian Tyree Henry / "If Beale Street Could Talk" & "Widows"
This week prolific actor Brian Tyree Henry discusses his many projects this year, including a stunning turn in "If Beale Street Could Talk."
Kevin Hart / "The Upside"
Kevin Hart has a new film on the way but that's not the full story anymore. Here the comedian discusses stepping down from hosting the Oscar...
Adam McKay / "Vice"
A biopic about the most secretive U.S. politico in recent memory? Sure, piece of cake. Writer-director Adam McKay details his journey to hol...
Kevin Feige / Marvel Studios
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige discusses the company's history and most successful year to date, including "Black Panther" and "Avenge...
Special Edition: 2018 Oscar Buzz
Variety editors Kris Tapley and Jenelle Riley discuss this year's Oscar contenders and the best films of the year.
Christian Bale & Sam Rockwell / "Vice"
Oscar-nominated actors Christian Bale and Sam Rockwell discuss their work as Dick Cheney and George W. Bush, respectively, in "Vice."
Rob Marshall / "Mary Poppins Returns"
This week Oscar-nominated director Rob Marshall discuss the sequel to a Disney classic, "Mary Poppins Returns."
Bradley Cooper / "A Star Is Born"
Oscar-nominated actor Bradley Cooper discusses his directorial debut, "A Star Is Born."
Barry Jenkins / "If Beale Street Could Talk"
Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins discusses his "Moonlight" follow-up, "If Beale Street Could Talk."
Marielle Heller / "Can You Ever Forgive Me?"
Director Marielle Heller discusses her new movie "Can You Ever Forgive Me?," starring Melissa McCarthy.
Jason Reitman / "Tully" and "The Front Runner"
Director Jason Reitman discusses his one-two 2018 punch of 'Tully" and "The Front Runner."
Rami Malek / "Bohemian Rhapsody"
Actor Rami Malek discusses his work as Freddie Mercury in "Bohemian Rhapsody."
Spike Lee / "BlacKkKlansman"
Legendary director Spike Lee discusses his career and new film "BlacKkKlansman."