Clifton Collins Jr. brings life and beauty to his performance as a horse racer feeling the effects of decades on the equestrian circuit in “Jockey.” Also, our Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the latest regarding the tragic death of cinematographer Haylna Hutchins on the New Mexico set of the film “Rust.”

Actress Caitríona Balfe, perhaps best known for her role in the fan favorite series “Outlander,” looks to have her most significant big screen breakout yet with her awards-worthy performance in the emotional drama "Belfast," opposite Jamie Dornan.

Writer and director Maggie Gyllenhaal discusses her debut feature “The Lost Daughter” and Jake Gyllenhaal talks about acting and producing “The Guilty,” both films on Netflix. Also, the Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the openings of “Dune” and “The French Dispatch” and what their Oscar chances might be, plus the return of HBO’s “Succession.”

Oscar Isaac stops by to discuss his work in “The Card Counter” (Focus Features) and “Dune” (Warner Bros.), along with his performances in TV’s “Scenes from a Marriage” (HBO Max) and the upcoming superhero series, “Moon Knight” (Marvel/Disney Plus). Jeffrey Wright, one of the stars of “The French Dispatch” (Searchlight Pictures) talks working with Wes Anderson and his anticipated role as Commissioner Gordon in “The Batman.” The panel discusses if “The Last Duel” and “The Tender Bar” are Oscar contenders and where are all the women of color in the best actress race.

Emmy winner Ann Dowd discusses her new film “Mass,” which focuses on two families in the aftermath of a school shooting. Also, we talk to “Cyrano” director Joe Wright about his take on the classic story. And the Awards Circuit Roundtable dives into IATSE and much more.

The film awards season kicks off with star Kirsten Dunst of Jane Campion’s “The Power of the Dog” (Netflix) and Simon Rex from Sean Baker’s “Red Rocket” (A24). Also, the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable discusses the New York Film Festival, which returned with “The Tragedy of Macbeth.”

Awards Circuit Podcast’s Michael Schneider, Danielle Turchiano, Jazz Tangcay and Clayton Davis recount the big wins, huge upsets, major surprises and super snubs at the 73rd Emmy Awards. Is straight-ticket voting now the Emmy norm? Did the telecast work? What was Conan doing? And what might be some wild ways the Academy might consider for the Emmys next? We wrap up the Emmys with one final mega roundtable.

Emmy-nominated “The Crown” stars Gillian Anderson, Emma Corrin and Josh O’Connor discuss the breakout fourth season of the Netflix hit, and their takes on Margaret Thatcher, Princess Diana and Prince Charles. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast roundtable, we share our final predictions for the 2021 Primetime Emmy Awards, which take place Sept. 19.

Benedict Cumberbatch had two films that screened at the Telluride Film Festival, and discusses his other upcoming projects including “Spider-Man: No Way Home” and “Doctor Strange 2” in this bonus edition of the Awards Circuit Podcast.

“Y: The Last Man” star Amber Tamblyn on how the show is finally airing after years in gestation, and the unexpected people that inspired her character’s portrayal. Also, we share a 2017 interview with Michael K. Williams, in tribute to the star’s tragic passing. And on the roundtable, we preview the Creative Arts Emmys, including the guest performer categories.

“Hacks” stars Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins and creators Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello and Jen Statsky discuss the success of the comedy and what to expect in Season 2. Also: Variety Virtual TV Fest: The Nominees comedy panelists Courtney Lilly (“Black-ish”), William Zabka (“Cobra Kai”), Rosie Perez (“The Flight Attendant”), Hannah Einbinder (“Hacks”), Paul Reiser (“The Kominsky Method”), Debbie Liebling (“Pen15”) and Hannah Waddingham (“Ted Lasso”). And the Awards Circuit Podcast roundtable dissects the competition and other unscripted categories.

Emmy nominee Kate Winslet on playing a non-nonsense police detective in HBO’s critically acclaimed “Mare of Easttown,” and how the show managed to pull off a satisfying ending. Also: “Saturday Night Live” breakout Bowen Yang on his interesting year, including playing a now-infamous Titanic iceberg. And the Variety Awards Circuit Roundtable discusses the Emmy drama category, and dissects the “Jeopardy” drama.

Netflix’s “Big Mouth” co-creator and star Nick Kroll and “Big Mouth”/”Saturday Night Live” star Maya Rudolph meet up and conduct a wild interview that goes from Season 4 of “Big Mouth” and what’s next for the show (including the spinoff “Human Resources”) to the really big sandwich that Kroll is eating. Also in this episode: Auntie Sima from the addictive, Emmy-nominated Netflix series “Indian Matchmaking.”

Emmy-nominated "The Handmaid's Tale" star Yvonne Strahovski discusses this past season of the series and what its shocking finale might mean for her character. Also, we chat with Hannah Einbinder, who stars opposite Jean Smart in HBO Max's Emmy-nominated comedy "Hacks." But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast Roundtable, we discuss COVID contingencies, whether streamers are moving more to weekly episode drops, and if "Ted Lasso" can be beat in the comedy series Emmy race.

Emmy-nominated “Pose” star Mj Rodriguez discusses the third and final season of “Pose” and how it ended, the legacy of the FX series, her history-making nomination and what’s next for her. Also: “Cobra Kai” executive producers Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg on landing a comedy series Emmy nom, and what to expect in Season 4. And the Awards Circuit roundtable looks at the variety talk and variety sketch categories.

Emmy nominated actor Kaley Cuoco discusses her critically acclaimed HBO Max series “The Flight Attendant,” what to expect in Season 2, and also her role in the animated “Harley Quinn,” plus her grand plans for her new production company. Later in the episode, we also chat with Michelle Visage from reigning Emmy competition series champ “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit podcast Roundtable, we look at the various longform acting categories.

“Hamilton” star Reneé Elise Goldsberry on her Emmy-nominated role, her toughest scene, how ‘The Wiz’ made her fall in love with musicals, and working with Billy Porter on the new project ‘What If.’ Also, the Variety Awards Circuit podcast discusses the Emmy drama acting categories and Cynthia Littleton shares behind the scenes of her Stephen Colbert cover story.

Emmy-nominated “Ted Lasso” star Brett Goldstein talks about his breakout role on the hit Apple TV Plus series, which just landed 20 Emmy nominations (the most ever for a freshman comedy) and now returns for a second season. Also, the Variety Awards Circuit podcast discusses the Emmy comedy acting categories.

Emmy nominee Nicole Byer on her hosting gigs (“Nailed It,” “Wipeout”), her multi-generational appeal and returning to the standup stage after a break during the pandemic. Also: Michael Schneider, Danielle Turchiano, Jazz Tangcay and Clayton Davis break down the Emmy nomination surprises, snubs, shockers and more.

It’s a "New Girl" reunion! Creator and showrunner Elizabeth Meriwether and cast members Zooey Deschanel, Max Greenfield, Jake Johnson, Lamorne Morris and Hannah Simone gather to discuss favorite moments from the series, things the censors wouldn't let you see, True American rules, and yes, whether a reunion episode or movie will ever happen. Later, we speak with “Godfather of Harlem” star Forest Whitaker about the series and what got him excited again about acting. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we wrap up Emmys 2021 phase one as nominations voting has ended.

“The Good Lord Bird” stars Ethan Hawke (also an executive producer) and Joshua Caleb Johnson about their Showtime limited series, showcasing the story of abolitionist John Brown and the unique relationship between their characters. Later on, we chat with Phil Rosenthal about his Netflix food travel series “Somebody Feed Phil” and how much it meant to viewers during the recent COVID-19 lockdown.

Jurnee Smollett, the star of HBO’s “Lovecraft Country” on immersing herself into the history of Jim Crow-era america, and how “Lovecraft Country” uses horror as a lens to depict the real-life horror of that time for Black Americans. Later on, we speak with “In & Of Itself” star Derek DelGaudio about turning his awe-inspiring and mysterious stage show into a TV special, directed by Frank Oz. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we get into the Emmy comedy race.

“Girls5eva” stars Sara Bareilles, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Busy Philipps and Paula Pell about their new peacock comedy, including the show’s catchy tunes, its choreography, and how it was a challenge to shoot during the pandemic but a joy to watch. Later on, we chat with Chelsea Handler about her HBO Max standup special “Evolution.”

All-Marvel episode! “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” star Anthony Mackie discusses the Marvel universe and his journey to becoming the new Captain America. Also, “WandaVision” head writer Jac Schaeffer and star Paul Bettany talk about pulling off an homage to classic TV sitcoms in one of the most ambitious shows to come along in years. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we discuss the surprisingly sparse Emmy drama race.

Billy Porter discusses the emotional finale to FX's “Pose,” and what the show has meant to him, its viewers and to the communities in which it provided a voice. We also chat with “Breeders” stars Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard about how their show may be the most realistic portrayal of parenthood on TV ever. But first, on the Variety Awards Circuit roundtable, we discuss the increasingly unpredictable limited and anthology series race.