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Jonathan Pryce is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning actor best known for his work on the hit film THE TWO POPES and the acclaimed series THE CROWN and GAME OF THRONES. Most recently, Jonathan Pryce stars as David Cartwright in the hit series SLOW HORSES. The series follows a dysfunctional team of MI5 agents who defend the UK from sinister forces. In Episode 663, we also had the…
Scoot McNairy is an acclaimed actor known for his key roles in Academy Award-winning pictures such as ARGO and 12 YEARS A SLAVE, as well as David Fincher's hit thriller GONE GIRL. On television, McNairy played lead roles in critically acclaimed series including HALT AND CATCH FIRE, TRUE DETECTIVE, NARCOS: MEXICO, and GODLESS. His newest show, FURIOUS, follows FBI agent Alice Black as she hunts a…
Riz Ahmed is an Academy Award-winning and Emmy-winning actor, writer, and musician. He gained critical acclaim for his breakout role in NIGHTCRAWLER, followed by powerhouse performances in ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY, THE NIGHT OF, and his Oscar-nominated turn in SOUND OF METAL. Beyond his film work, he is a prominent rapper under the moniker Riz MC and co-founded the hip-hop group Swet Shop…
Oren Uziel is an acclaimed screenwriter and producer best known for writing the hit comedy sequel 22 JUMP STREET. His diverse filmography spans massive studio projects, including Netflix’s sci-fi thriller THE CLOVERFIELD PARADOX, MORTAL KOMBAT, DETECTIVE PIKACHU and Paramount's romantic action-adventure THE LOST CITY, starring Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum and Daniel Radcliffe. Most recently,…
Matthew Rhys stars as Nile Jarvis in the Netflix psychological thriller THE BEAST IN ME, a gripping series centering on a grieving author who finds new purpose unraveling the mystery behind Jarvis' vanished wife and suspicious dealings. Rhys is widely recognized for his Emmy-winning performance opposite Keri Russell in FX’s critically acclaimed drama THE AMERICANS, as well as his Golden…
Laurie Metcalf is an acclaimed, multi-award-winning actress known for her incredible versatility across television, film, and theatre. She rose to fame as Jackie Harris on ROSEANNE and THE CONNERS, earning three Emmy Awards. Her extensive television career also includes HACKS, Dan Levy's BIG MISTAKES, and Ryan Murphy's MONSTER. On the big screen, her performance in Greta Gerwig's LADY BIRD…
The only human to free solo Yosemite’s 3000-foot rock monolith, El Capitan. No rope, climbing alone. More people will walk on the moon than will do what Alex Honnold has done. His extremely rare skill and unmatched mental focus have helped make him climbing’s transcendent, breakout star, inspiring millions around the world. This past January, Alex conquered a live, Netflix-documented free solo…
Hiro Murai is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker and director behind some of today’s most innovative and culturally renowned projects. Most recently, he produced and directed the Apple horror comedy series WIDOW’S BAY, which stars Matthew Rhys and follows a skeptical mayor who leads the superstitious residents of a cursed New England island. In 2024, Murai served as Executive Producer and Director of the…
Zach Braff’s success began with the beloved television series SCRUBS, earning an Emmy nomination and three consecutive Golden Globe® nominations. While on the show, he transitioned behind the camera, directing several episodes before making his feature film debut as the writer, director, and star of the 2004 comedy-drama GARDEN STATE. The film won an Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature…
Brad Ingelsby is an EMMY AWARD-NOMINATED writer, producer, and creator. He gained widespread acclaim as the creator, writer, and executive producer of HBO's hit limited series, MARE OF EASTTOWN, which starred Kate Winslet. Ingelsby has since created and written the new HBO limited series, TASK, starring Mark Ruffalo and Tom Pelphrey. His recent film work includes the Apple TV+ thriller ECHO VALLEY…
