Interview

Editor

Editing the Extraordinary: Sarah Broshar on Finding Humanity in Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day”

Editor Sarah Broshar reveals how she shaped Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day,” balancing gripping suspense with raw emotion, and harnessing Emily Blunt’s electrifying performance to anchor a story about alien contact and human transformation.

By Daron James  |  June 22, 2026

Interview

Producer, Screenwriter

“The Pitt” EP & Writer Simran Baidwan on Building TV’s Most Immersive Medical Drama

Executive producer Simran Baidwan breaks down how "The Pitt" achieves its gripping realism—from real-time storytelling to a deeply collaborative writers’ room—revealing the humanity, chaos, and craft behind one of TV’s most immersive dramas.

By Evelyn Lott  |  June 22, 2026

Interview

Director, Screenwriter

“Leviticus” Writer/Director Adrian Chiarella Reimagines Exorcism as a Weapon of Queer Erasure

Writer/director Adrian Chiarella reimagines exorcism in “Leviticus,” a chilling queer horror starring Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen, where desire, repression, and fear collide—and the true evil may be what’s forced inside.

By David Thorpe  |  June 18, 2026
New “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Trailer Finds Tom Holland’s Peter Parker Alone—and Losing Control

In "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," Tom Holland’s Peter Parker swings back into action in a world that no longer remembers him. As his powers spiral out of control and a new threat rises, Peter turns to an unexpected ally to confront the darkness.

By The Credits  |  June 18, 2026

Interview

Production Designer

From Albuquerque to Air Force One: Inside Production Designer Denise Pizzini’s Vision for “Pluribus”

In Pluribus, production designer Denise Pizzini crafts a world where isolation and spectacle collide—building everything from a custom Albuquerque neighborhood to Air Force One, all to support Rhea Seehorn’s journey through a transformed global landscape.

By Susannah Edelbaum  |  June 17, 2026

Interview

Casting Director

“The Diplomat” Casting Director Julie Schubert on Building a Razor-Sharp Ensemble Around Keri Russell

Casting director Julie Schubert reveals how she built the ensemble behind “The Diplomat,” from choosing Keri Russell as its anchor to pairing her with Rufus Sewell and adding standouts like Allison Janney to create a cast that truly sizzles.

By Hugh Hart  |  June 17, 2026

Interview

Stunt Coordinator/Stunt Person

How Xenomorph Stunt Performers Cameron Brown & Jayde Rutene Terrorized Noah Hawley’s “Alien: Earth”

In “Alien: Earth,” stunt performers Cameron Brown and Jayde Rutene didn’t just play monsters—they became them. Inside intricate suits, they crafted the Xenomorphs’ movement, terror, and emotion through physical performance and instinct.

By Daron James  |  June 16, 2026
Anya Taylor-Joy Lands Major Role in “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum”

Anya Taylor-Joy is headed to Middle-earth, joining Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis, and Jamie Dornan in “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,” where she’ll play a dangerous elf agent caught up in Aragorn and Gandalf’s high-stakes search.

By The Credits  |  June 16, 2026

Interview

Casting Director

Inside the Global Casting Search for “Pluribus”: Non-Actors, Secret Scripts & Perfect Fits

Casting “Pluribus” meant secrecy, global searches, and bold choices. From non-actors to seasoned performers like Rhea Seehorn and John Cena, the team reveals how authenticity shaped every role in Vince Gilligan’s ambitious new series.

By Susannah Edelbaum  |  June 14, 2026

Interview

Production Designer

Production Designer Doug Chiang on his “Star Wars” Blueprint: How Real-World History Shapes “The Mandalorian & Grogu”

Doug Chiang has defined Star Wars design for decades. For “The Mandalorian & Grogu,” the Lucasfilm legend reveals how real-world history—from 1920s Chicago to Earth’s swamps—helps ground the galaxy while leaving room for its signature magic.

By Jack Giroux  |  June 14, 2026

Interview

Producer

Inside FOX Sports’ 2026 World Cup Plan: Producer Zac Kenworthy on 104 Matches, 48 Teams & One Massive Broadcast Challenge

With 48 teams and 104 matches across North America, the World Cup is bigger than ever. FOX Sports VP Zac Kenworthy explains how his team will capture the action—and the global fandom he calls the tournament’s “49th character.”

By Hugh Hart  |  June 11, 2026

Interview

Director

Director Hiro Murai Finds the Funny in Fear in “Widow’s Bay”—and a New Side of Matthew Rhys

Hiro Murai brings his signature tonal precision to “Widow’s Bay,” guiding Matthew Rhys, Kate O’Flynn, and Stephen Root through a world where comedy and dread collide—and where darkness itself becomes a tool for fear.

By Hugh Hart  |  June 10, 2026

Interview

Production Designer

How Production Designer Danny Vermette Made “Backrooms” Real—Portals, Platforms, & Practical Terror

Production designer Danny Vermette transforms a viral nightmare into reality in “Backrooms,” building vast, practical sets for Chiwetel Ejiofor’s descent into an eerie world where endless corridors, shifting spaces, and creeping dread feel disturbingly real.

By Susannah Edelbaum  |  June 10, 2026

Interview

Actor

Jamie Campbell Bower on Building Vecna From the Inside Out for “Stranger Things” Season 5

Jamie Campbell Bower returns as Vecna in “Stranger Things” Season 5, revealing how he crafted the villain’s physicality, voice, and psychology—while holding onto the fragile humanity that makes Henry Creel more than pure evil.

By Bryan Alkemeyer  |  June 10, 2026
Aaron Sorkin’s “The Social Reckoning” Trailer Reveals Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg in “Social Network” Follow-Up

Aaron Sorkin returns to the world he helped define with "The Social Network," but this time, the stakes are far higher—and far more global. The first trailer for "The Social Reckoning" zeroes in on Facebook’s turbulent later years, anchored by whistleblower Frances Haugen and the explosive reporting that exposed the company’s inner workings.

By The Credits  |  June 10, 2026
“Disclosure Day” Review Round-Up: Steven Spielberg Returns to Sci-Fi With a Spellbinding Thriller

Steven Spielberg returns to sci‑fi with “Disclosure Day,” a mystery‑laden spectacle led by Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor. Critics praise its emotional scale, thrilling narrative, and a standout performance anchoring this cosmic story in human stakes.

By The Credits  |  June 9, 2026

Interview

Cinematographer

Lighting Love & Tragedy: How “Love Story” DP Pepe Avila del Pino Crafted a Luminous ’90s Romance

As Emmy voting begins, “Love Story” is back in focus. Cinematographer Pepe Avila del Pino reveals how candlelight, vintage lenses, and a dreamy ’90s palette brought JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s romance— and its haunting end— vividly to life.

By Su Fang Tham  |  June 9, 2026

Interview

Building a Better Beast: Prosthetics & Special Effects Guru Barrie Gower on Evolving Vecna for “Stranger Things” Season 5

To bring Vecna back for “Stranger Things” Season 5, prosthetics designer Barrie Gower pushed practical effects to new extremes—blending silicone, 3D printing, and VFX to create a bigger, more terrifying monster while preserving Jamie Campbell Bower’s performance.

By Evelyn Lott  |  June 9, 2026

Interview

Actor

From “Star Wars” Superfan to Villain: Jonny Coyne on Playing Lord Janu Coin in “The Mandalorian and Grogu”

Jonny Coyne went from standing in line to see “Star Wars” to becoming part of its mythology. In “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” the veteran character actor embraces villainy as Lord Janu Coin—and reflects on acting, imagination, and working with Pedro Pascal.

By Hugh Hart  |  June 8, 2026
Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” Creating Mythic Demand for Tickets

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” starring Matt Damon, Zendaya, and Anne Hathaway, is already driving unprecedented ticket demand. IMAX 70mm screenings sold out a year early, signaling another era-defining cinematic event.

By The Credits  |  June 5, 2026