The latest episode of The Empire Podcast, hosted by Chris and featuring co-hosts Helen O’Hara and James Dyer, offers an engaging mix of movie news, casting updates, and celebrity interviews. Recorded in their familiar podbooth, the team tackles a range of topics, from answering quirky questions from the Empire Podcast subreddit to reviewing the most recent cinema and streaming releases. This week’s questions revolved around the numbers four and twelve, adding an intriguing numerical twist to the discussions.
The podcast highlights a significant casting announcement with Sadie Sink taking on a role in the upcoming Spider-Man 4. Meanwhile, there are whispers of Charli XCX potentially venturing into the cinematic world of Narnia. In addition, Netflix is reviving the classic horror tale Cujo, promising a fresh take on the story. Movie enthusiasts were also treated to new trailers for Spinal Tap II and a live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch.
Amidst all the buzzing discussions, the team dedicates time to share their thoughts on new film releases. Among those reviewed are Black Bag, The Electric State, Last Breath, In The Lost Lands, and Opus. These reviews provide listeners with insights into what they can expect from both cinemas and their favorite streaming platforms.
A highlight of this episode is Chris’s lively conversation with actors Michael Fassbender and Marisa Abela. They delve into topics ranging from lie detectors to the restaurant chain Benihana, and even discuss nightmare dinner parties. This entertaining chat centers around their work on Black Bag, offering listeners a glimpse behind the scenes of the film.
In addition to movie news and reviews, the team also discusses Portals, adding another dimension to the podcast’s diverse content lineup. Furthermore, Chris shares his experience attending The Infinity Saga Live in Concert, bringing a touch of live performance excitement to the auditory space of the podcast.