The Empire Film Podcast
Bauer Media
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.
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For our famous deep dives into specific movies, subscribe to the Empire Spoiler Special Podcast at https://empire.supportingcast.fm/
Love TV? Subscribe to our sister show, The Pilot TV Podcast, which covers every quality show landing on the small screen — because you can't watch *everything*. https://podfollow.com/pilot-tv-podcast/
Episodes
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May 8, 2026 • 1h 36min
K Urban, Your Enthusiasm (ft. guests James Cameron & Billie Eilish)
James Cameron, acclaimed director of Titanic and Avatar, appears as co-director on Billie Eilish's concert film. The conversation covers making a 3D concert movie, the logistics of capturing intimacy on stage, and how collaboration shaped the final film. Short, vivid takes on trailers, Karl Urban characters, and quirky movie picks round out the lively discussion.
May 8, 2026 • 55min
The Interviews (ft. James Cameron, Guillermo del Toro, Sally Field & Lewis Pullman)
Sally Field, award‑winning actor known for Norma Rae, chats about bringing an octopus-linked role to life. Guillermo del Toro, visionary Mexican director, talks British influences, collecting and theatrical inspirations. James Cameron, blockbuster filmmaker, reveals the tech, 3D choices and camera rigs behind a Billie Eilish concert film. Multiple short, lively conversations cover storytelling, gadgets and practical effects.
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May 1, 2026 • 1h 35min
Ship Happens (ft. guests, Callum Turner & George Mackay)
Callum Turner, a British actor who stars in Mark Jenkin’s Rose of Nevada, and Alex Godfrey, an Empire journalist who conducted the on-location BFI interview. They talk about meeting the cast, Jenkin’s communal rehearsal methods, shooting on hand-cranked 16mm, Cornwall location life, and the film’s ambiguous tone and sparse script. Short, seafaring tangents and lively movie reviews punctuate the conversation.
Apr 30, 2026 • 39min
The Interviews (ft. David Frankel & BenDavid Grabinski)
BenDavid Grabinski, writer-director of the time-travel action comedy Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, blends genre thrills with heart and sharp comic set-pieces. David Frankel, director of The Devil Wears Prada and its sequel, discusses reuniting the iconic cast, updating the story for today, and crafting glossy, funny dramas with emotional stakes. They dive into casting, tone and production choices.
Apr 24, 2026 • 34min
The Shameless Plug: 10 Things I Love About You
A playful Top Ten rundown of the magazine’s standout pieces. They tease Spielberg cover stories and secrecy around big sci‑fi moments. Quirky features include a scratch‑and‑sniff 4DX review and a puppeteer's MVP spotlight. Longform interviews and memoir highlights pop up alongside film deep dives and behind‑the‑scenes set anecdotes.
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Apr 24, 2026 • 1h 24min
Droopy Is Not A Looney Tune Character (ft. special guest, David Lowery)
David Lowery, film writer-director known for eclectic genre-bending movies, talks about making Mother Mary, its pop-infused music and production. He discusses bringing Jack Antonoff and Charlie XCX on board, Anne Hathaway’s role in the songs, and how Taylor Swift’s Reputation Tour shaped the concert scenes. There’s also a playful detour into Star Wars action-figure collecting.
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Apr 17, 2026 • 1h 28min
Lee Cronin's Bluey (ft. guest, Brian Cox)
Chris Hewitt, podcast presenter and interviewer, chats with Brian Cox about his directorial debut and career. They cover Cox directing at almost 80, casting highlights like Alan Cumming, and Scotland’s role in the film. The show also dives into CinemaCon news, Aragorn casting surprises, and reviews of several new films.
Apr 17, 2026 • 54min
The Interviews (ft. Jack Reynor; Seamus McLean Ross & Samuel Bottomley; Kat Coiro & Will Packer)
Jack Reynor, Irish actor and genre fan, chats about starring in Lee Cronin's horror take on The Mummy. Seamus McLean Ross, a young Scottish performer, and Samuel Bottomley, English actor, discuss accents, on-set prep and a chaotic iPhone interview about California Scheming. Will Packer, hit producer, talks finding leads, marketing choices and making You, Me & Tuscany feel like Tuscany itself.
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Apr 10, 2026 • 1h 27min
Discount Code: WOODALL (ft. guest, James McAvoy)
James McAvoy, actor and first-time director, chats about making his directorial debut California Scheming and why this story mattered to him. He recalls childhood mischief that shaped the film's energy. Conversation covers casting the leads, collaborating on visual ideas, and balancing acting with directing. Short, lively, and full of behind-the-scenes anecdotes.
Apr 9, 2026 • 59min
The Interviews (ft. Richard Kind; Regé-Jean Page & Halle Bailey; Ian Tuason & Nina Kiri)
Richard Kind, veteran character actor and comedian, discusses taking on Max Bialystock in The Producers. Halle Bailey, actor and singer, chats about filming You, Me & Tuscany and shooting in Italy. Nina Kiri, actor starring in Undertone, talks about inhabiting a claustrophobic podcaster role and the film’s production. They cover theatre revival challenges, rom-com chemistry and immersive horror sound and staging.
