Todd Field, the writer, director and producer of “Tár,” discusses working with Cate Blanchett and Nina Hoss, some of the film’s most burning questions and how long until we get another feature from him. Later, we chat with actor Jeremy Pope about his new film “The Inspection.” But first, the Roundtable talks about some of the year’s top animated and documentary contenders with “Good Night Oppy” opening this week in theaters and “Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio” premiering at AFI Film Fest.

Danielle Deadwyler discusses the Oscar buzz surrounding her performance in "Till," her inspirations and approach to take on such a difficult role, and what's next for her. Later, we chat with actor Micheal Ward about his new role in Sam Mendes' "Empire of Light."

Rian Johnson discusses Netflix’s “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,” and the future of the "Knives Out" franchise, as well as whether his “Star Wars” trilogy will happen, and his new TV series with Natasha Lyonne and more. Later, Academy Award winner Eddie Redmayne chats about his new role in “The Good Nurse,” which has put him in Oscar conversation for best supporting actor. But first, the Awards Circuit roundtable talks about the week’s releases, including “The Banshees of Inisherin,” and recaps the film festival circuit.

"The Woman King" director Gina Prince-Bythewood discusses that historical epic, as well as the challenges of shooting and getting shut down during COVID, and even the possibility of seeing a reboot of the sitcom “A Different World,” where she got her start. Later, we chat with German actress Nina Hoss about her performance in Todd Field’s “Tár.” But first, the Awards Circuit Roundtable is back and in person, as we kick off this Oscar season with some insight on who’s hot and who’s not. We look at the films that premiered at the fall festivals such as "The Fabelmans" and the year of populist flicks and box-office hits like "Top Gun: Maverick" making a play for the Oscars' top category.

Adam Sandler discusses his Netflix film “Hustle” as well as whether he’ll return to host “Saturday Night Live” anytime soon, and if a sequel to “The Waterboy” might be in the offing.

The 2022 Emmys are wrapped — and “Succession” and “Ted Lasso” did it again. But there were some surprises, including “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls” and supporting actress winner Sheryl Lee Ralph. Variety’s Michael Schneider, Jazz Tangcay and Clayton Davis recap the wins, the night — and who was the most right. (Hint: It was Mike.)

Variety’s Awards Circuit Roundtable, featuring Clayton Davis, Emily Longeretta, Jazz Tangcay and Michael Schneider, offer up their final best guesses and biggest dreams for the 74th Emmy Awards. Will predictable winners wind up on stage, or are we in for some surprises from the likes of “Squid Game” or “Abbott Elementary”?

Emmy-nominated “Barry” star Henry Winkler recounts his amazing career, its ups and downs, and the current highs of playing acting coach Gene Cousineau opposite Bill Hader — particularly as the show grows darker with each passing season. Also, our Awards Circuit Roundtable discusses some of the key Creative Arts Emmys races coming this weekend, including animation and guest actor and actress.

Emmy-nominated “Hacks” star Hannah Einbinder on how this year’s awards journey differs from her first time on the circuit. Also, she talks about her concerns that the show might be ending, and her plans to tour more standup. But first, the Awards Circuit Roundtable looks at the reality categories – structured, unstructured and competition.

“The Dropout” star Amanda Seyfried and executive producer and showrunner Liz Meriwether about their collaboration, which included striking the right balance between drama and comedy, as well as setting the right tone for depicting Elizabeth Holmes as someone who did wrong, but also someone who truly believed she could pull off her fantastic dream of changing the world with her company Thearnos — but with a scam.

“The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” host discusses doing a topical late night show when the news is so incessantly grim. Also, the success of his correspondents, the fact that he may be the only weeknight talk show host who hasn’t gotten COVID, how he got his audience groove back and also the show’s multiple Emmy nominations. But first, as Emmy voting draws to a close on Monday, our Roundtable discusses this year’s wide open races.

Recorded just hours after the “Better Call Saul” finale, stars Bob Odenkirk and Rhea Seehorn break down that series ending episode, including what happened to Jimmy/Saul and Kim – and whether this might be considered a “happy ending.”

Four of the “Queer Eye” fab five — Karamo Brown, Antoni Porowski, Bobby Berk and Jonathan Van Ness — talk about how the show continues to change their lives, in addition to the lives of the people they help and the lives of the audience who watches. In addition to sharing thoughts about the diversity, the social impact and representation of Netflix's "Queer Eye," the hosts even offer their red carpet tips for the Emmy awards.

“Only Murders in the Building” co-creators Steve Martin and John Hoffman discuss the success of the Hulu series, which earned 17 Emmy nominations, including outstanding comedy. But first, our Awards Circuit roundtable dissects the supporting actress categories.

Emmy-nominated Issa Rae, who just completed her run as star and executive producer of “Insecure,” talks about the end of her show and what’s next. That includes the new HBO series “Rap Sh!t,” and a growing empire. First, our Awards Circuit Roundtable discusses the supporting actor Emmy categories.

Emmy-nominated “Pam & Tommy” stars Sebastian Stan and Lily James talk about the Hulu series, which chronicles the truth behind that infamous Pamela Anderson/Tommy Lee sex tape and how it unfairly maligned Anderson and her career. But first, our Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the Emmy lead actress categories and much, much more.

“Ted Lasso” stars and Emmy nominees Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple and Brett Goldstein talk about their tight relationship, which includes cheering each other on in other projects, like Goldstein in “Thor. Also, what’s the fate of the show beyond Season 3? How do they now deal with all this recognition? And so much more. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable discusses the lead actor categories.

Awards Circuit Podcast’s Michael Schneider, Emily Longeretta, Jazz Tangcay and Clayton Davis dissect the 2022 Primetime Emmy nominations. What did the Television Academy get right? What were the big surprises? Was anything really snubbed? The Roundtable dives deep into this year’s announcement.

“Black-ish” stars Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross talk about the legacy of the ABC comedy, how the show ended after 8 seasons and 175 episodes, and whether they hope to revisit Dre and Bow one day. After that, we chat with “Dr. Death” star Joshua Jackson about his Peacock series.

“Shining Vale” star Courteney Cox discusses her dark Starz comedy, as well as if we’ll see more of her in the “Scream” franchise and what she’s rooting for this Emmy season — including a certain Friend. But first, our Awards Circuit Roundtable dissects this year’s Emmy submissions, and what is or isn’t there, as nomination voting winds down this Monday.

“The Great” and “The Girl From Plainville” star Elle Fanning on being Hulu’s MVP, via two very different Emmy-contending series. Also, we chat with “Pachinko” creator and showrunner Soo Hugh about her remarkable Apple TV Plus show.

“Late Night with Seth Meyers” host Seth Meyers chats about a little bit of everything, including his COVID-19 experience, what his kids can and can’t watch on TV, how his early comedy days at Northwestern led to this career, what happens if Trump is re-elected, and how he is enjoying this version of his NBC talk show — including shining a spotlight on more of his staff.

Nicole Byer on being a force of nature: She co-hosts Netflix’s “Nailed It,” TBS’ “Wipeout” and multiple podcasts. She stars in NBC’s “Grand Crew,” renewed for a second season. And she has her first-ever Netflix comedy special, “Nicole Byer: BBW (Big Beautiful Weirdo)” also in the running for an Emmy nomination. She talks about her year, social media, cultivating a fan base from kids to adults, and much more.