Popcorn With Peter Travers

Casey Affleck says he's known he wanted to be an actor ever since he was a teenager. The "Manchester by the Sea" star is a contender for Best Actor at this year's Oscars, but the role of Lee Chandler almost went to someone else. In an interview with Peter Travers, Affleck dives into his career and what it's like to have so many friends and family members in show business. Please leave us a review! ----> http://bit.ly/2kIbsjV Check out our other podcasts: http://bit.ly/2eBJMNa * ABOUT PETER TRAVERS: Peter Travers an American film critic, author and journalist. For some 25 years, Travers has written for Rolling Stone. He personally screens nearly 400 movies per year and releases weekly reviews. Travers is the nation's most blurbed film critic, according to eFilmCritic.com. Travers is also host of ABC's "Popcorn With Peter Travers," where he interviews actors, directors and Broadway performers about their roles and their lives. Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/

In a special edition of "Popcorn," film critic Peter Travers looks at the major categories at the upcoming Oscars and offers his take on who will win. Travers has screened some 400 movies this year and he's narrowed down his top picks. Please leave us a review! ----> http://bit.ly/2kIbsjV Check out our other podcasts: http://bit.ly/2eBJMNa * ABOUT PETER TRAVERS: Peter Travers an American film critic, author and journalist. For some 25 years, Travers has written for Rolling Stone. He personally screens nearly 400 movies per year and releases weekly reviews. Travers is the nation's most blurbed film critic, according to eFilmCritic.com. Travers is also host of ABC's "Popcorn With Peter Travers," where he interviews actors, directors and Broadway performers about their roles and their lives. Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://abcn.ws/2fC0Ak2

Fred Armisen may be one of the most versatile performers on TV now. You've seen his hilarious skits on SNL. He's Seth Meyers' 'Late Night' bandleader. And he's also starring opposite Carrie Brownstein in the quirky IFC comedy series, "Portlandia," as the two parody life in Portland, Oregon. Armisen talks to Peter Travers about his chemistry with Brownstein both on set and off. And he sets the record straight on those reports that the series will be coming to end next season. Please leave us a review! ----> http://bit.ly/2kIbsjV Check out our other podcasts: http://bit.ly/2eBJMNa * ABOUT PETER TRAVERS: Peter Travers an American film critic, author and journalist. For some 25 years, Travers has written for Rolling Stone. He personally screens nearly 400 movies per year and releases weekly reviews. Travers is the nation's most blurbed film critic, according to eFilmCritic.com. Travers is also host of ABC's "Popcorn With Peter Travers," where he interviews actors, directors and Broadway performers about

British actor David Oyelowo joins Peter Travers on 'Popcorn' to talk about his new movie, "A United Kingdom." It’s a true story in which Oyelowo plays an African king, Seretse Khama of Botswana. The King caused a scandal in 1948 when he married Ruth Williams - played by Rosamond Pike - a white woman who worked as a London office clerk. Though race relations have improved in the 21st century, David relates a harrowing tale of how he and his white wife Jessica experienced racial hatred first hand and how she came to his rescue. Please leave us a review! ----> http://bit.ly/2kIbsjV Check out our other podcasts: http://bit.ly/2eBJMNa * ABOUT PETER TRAVERS: Peter Travers an American film critic, author and journalist. For some 25 years, Travers has written for Rolling Stone. He personally screens nearly 400 movies per year and releases weekly reviews. Travers is the nation's most blurbed film critic, according to eFilmCritic.com. Travers is also host of ABC's "Popcorn With Peter Travers," where he interviews a

Today's guest Annette Bening is giving one of her best performances -- and that’s saying something -- in "20th-Century Women." She talks about how moved she was by the role of Dorothea Fields, a divorced mother raising a teen son during the summer of 1979. Playing the role brought Annette back to her own life as a 21-year-old in 1979. Married to Warren Beatty for 25 years, Bening reflects on life with the mega-star and their four children. Please leave us a review! ----> http://bit.ly/2kIbsjV Check out our other podcasts: http://bit.ly/2eBJMNa * ABOUT PETER TRAVERS: Peter Travers an American film critic, author and journalist. For some 25 years, Travers has written for Rolling Stone. He personally screens nearly 400 movies per year and releases weekly reviews. Travers is the nation's most blurbed film critic, according to eFilmCritic.com. Travers is also host of ABC's "Popcorn With Peter Travers," where he interviews actors, directors and Broadway performers about their roles and their lives. Popcorn on

Prepare to be charmed when actor Mahershala Ali walks into the room. That smile is not just reserved for his on-screen performances. Ali is taking Hollywood by storm with his roles in two much buzzed about films, "Moonlight" and "Hidden Figures." He's already won a SAG award and is said to be the front-runner for best supporting actor at the Oscars. Ali talks about being a proud Muslim, how he got that unusual first name and about stepping away from the hit series "House of Cards." * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http:

Matthew McConaughey has a very sweet reason for why he lives in Austin, Texas, instead of say, Los Angeles -- the mecca for Hollywood celebs. McConaughey sat down with Peter Travers to talk about his new movie "Gold," his career and family. What a treat for fans to get to know the personal side of the big screen heartthrob! You'll be glad you listened. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://abcn.ws/2fC0Ak2 * DISCOVER MORE PODCASTS: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com

Ben Affleck is once again pulling double duty in front of and behind the camera. This time he's directing the new crime drama "Live by Night." The film takes you back to those days when gangster movies were all the rage. Many dedicated Affleck fans will note that "Live by Night" pushes Affleck's directing credits to more than half a dozen. Still, Affleck says he's "terrified" of directing because "it's such a big job." His next directorial project will be the next Batman movie. So many great projects, but no sequel to "Good Will Hunting" -- the film that launched him to fame. Wait till you hear why he says it hasn't happened after all these years. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every

Barry Jenkins is the lavishly gifted director and screenwriter of "Moonlight." Fresh off a Golden Globe win for Best Picture Drama, "Moonlight" is shaping up as the one film that can give "La La Land" a run for its Oscar gold. Featuring award-caliber performances from Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris and the three young actors (Alex Hibbert, Ashton Sanders and Trevante Rhodes) who share the lead role of a boy growing up black, gay and alienated in the Miami projects, "Moonlight" is an emotional wipeout. Jenkins himself says he can't watch the film with an audience. It's that personal. He shares his story about how it all began. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twit

Adam Driver is currently killing it onscreen as a bus-driving poet in Jim Jarmusch’s "Paterson" and as a 16th-century Jesuit priest bringing the good word to Japan in Martin Scorsese's "Silence" (for which he lost a massive 50 pounds). Some can't get the image of Driver out of their heads as the mysterious Kylo Ren in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" (he talks about the next film in the series) — that includes a young neighbor in his New York apartment who greets him by saying, "Good morning, Kylo Ren." Adam, who's just finished the final season of HBO's "Girls" (you’ll never guess what souvenir he kept) is clearly one of the most talented and versatile actors around. But his personal stories about his former life as a Marine and what he's still doing for his buddies are equally compelling. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest

Director Damien Chazelle is only on his third film. But for the second year in a row, he's creating big Oscar buzz. He's just released the new musical "La La Land." The film, starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, comes on the heels of Chazelle's "Whiplash," which led to to his first Oscar nod. "La La Land" follows the path of a musician and actress trying to realize their professional dreams. Chazelle talks to Peter Travers about why he made a musical and shares fascinating details about how he pulled it off. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gysw

Awards season is nearly upon us, but you may have missed many of the best movies in 2016. To help you, film critic Peter Travers, who's seen nearly 400 movies this year, put together his list of the absolute best and worst movies of 2016. It's your guide to all the films you still need to see and those you should avoid. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://abcn.ws/2fC0Ak2 * DISCOVER MORE PODCASTS: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com

John Lithgow is currently starring as Winston Churchill in the Netflix series "The Crown" and he's already amassing awards for his performance. Lithgow is pure pleasure -- and just wait until he reveals his favorite role! You’ll never guess. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://abcn.ws/2fC0Ak2 * DISCOVER MORE PODCASTS: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com

Michael Fassbender makes his highly-anticipated debut in the action-packed video game flick "Assassin's Creed" this weekend. It's a film gamer fans have been waiting to see since the announcement of Fassbender's role in 2012. Fassbender plays dual roles in the film starring as both Callum Lynch and Aguilar De Nerha. He stopped by to talk about his characters and it was all laughs from the beginning of the interview until the very end. This one's a real treat! * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://abcn.ws/2fC0Ak2 *

At the age of 17, Dev Patel rose to international stardom for his role in the 2008 Oscar-winning film, "Slumdog Millionaire." But after stepping off the red carpets and back into the real world, Patel was struggling to find work. This year, Patel finds himself starring in "Lion," which he calls "the most nourishing thing I’ve been able to dive into." Patel is already garnering Oscar buzz for his supporting role, for which he said he had to jump through hoops to get an audition. He talks to Peter Travers about the film and finding his place in Hollywood. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw

Oscar-nominated actress Felicity Jones says she thinks she may be in trouble after spilling some "Star Wars" secrets. The "Rogue One" star stopped by "Popcorn with Peter Travers" in advance of her big Lucasfilm movie hitting theaters today. While explaining where her character, Jyn Erso, fits into the glorious universe that is "Star Wars," she revealed a few fun facts to Peter Travers. And she looks back on her career leading up to the role of a lifetime. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://abcn.ws/2fC0Ak2 * DIS

Jeffrey Dean Morgan's bat-wielding character on "The Walking Dead" has just about everybody on edge. Morgan stepped into the role just a year ago. But it didn’t take long for 'Negan' to become the series scene-stealer. Morgan stopped by "Popcorn with Peter Travers" and talked about what it's like playing the bad guy and why it took a bit for the rest of the cast to accept him into the fold. He talks about his newfound 'bromance' with co-star Norman Reedus. And looks back on his unforgettable roles on "The Good Wife" and "Grey's Anatomy." * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouT

Tom Ford is releasing his first film in seven years. "Nocturnal Animals," the terrific thriller starring Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal, is only Ford's second film as a director, but it shows a master's touch. When you're around Ford you want to sit up straight and look your best. Impossible. No one's as cool as this dude. Even his four-year-old son, Jack, wants to wear black like his fashion icon daddy. "I keep telling him, 'Children do not look good in black, Jack,'" Ford says. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://a

Michelle Dockery's "Good Behavior" may indirectly be filling a void for her fans still clinging on to the days of "Downton Abbey." To be clear, Dockery's role in the new TNT drama is not at all similar to her former character, the lovely Lady Mary Crawley. But for many, that's what makes it so special. Dockery recently stopped by ABC's "Popcorn With Peter Travers" to talk about her new role as Letty Raines, a woman with a shady past who's fresh out of jail. And she drops new details about that "Downton Abbey" movie that fans have been begging to see. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Po

It's officially that time of year to kick off your holiday shopping, hang festive decorations and watch great movies to set the mood of the season. Peter Travers, film critic and host of ABC's "Popcorn With Peter Travers," has created a list of his all-time favorites. Did yours make his list? Take a listen, then settle in for some great binge-watching. * ABOUT POPCORN WITH PETER TRAVERS: This show features the world's biggest stars and top moviemakers. They drop by the ABC News studio to talk to Rolling Stone's film and television critic Peter Travers about their latest projects and their lives. And just when you think you know all there is about these stars, there's a musical surprise at the end of every interview! Popcorn on Twitter: http://abcn.ws/2gGYRiD Popcorn on Facebook: http://abcn.ws/2f3iHDw Popcorn on YouTube: http://abcn.ws/2gyswtx Popcorn on Instagram: http://abcn.ws/2fC0Ak2 * DISCOVER MORE PODCASTS: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com