Get ready for a captivating journey into the lives and careers of Hollywood's biggest stars! BAFTA, in collaboration with Samsung, is bringing you a unique digital series like no other. 'BAFTA Playback' is a six-part series that will take you behind the scenes with some of the most renowned actors in the industry. But here's where it gets controversial... Are these actors truly representing the best of British talent? Let's find out!
The series, sponsored by Samsung, features Hollywood heavyweights Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Lawrence, Cynthia Erivo, and Jeremy Allen White. These actors will be discussing their career-defining moments and influences, with a twist! They will be watching their handpicked scenes from movies and TV shows on a Samsung TV screen, adding a modern touch to this classic format. And this is the part most people miss... The series is not just about the actors; it's about the craft that goes into making films, games, and television. So, get ready to be inspired!
The first episode, featuring Interstellar star Matthew McConaughey, premieres on Tuesday, November 4th, on BAFTA's YouTube channel. But that's not all! More installments will follow, including Colin Farrell from 'The Ballad of a Small Player' and Jeremy Allen White from 'Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere'. The next batch will feature Wicked's Cynthia Erivo and Die My Love's Jennifer Lawrence, before the first season wraps up with Sinners frontman Michael B. Jordan. Episodes will be released every Tuesday and Thursday until November 20th.
BAFTA has over 200,000 subscribers on YouTube and has accrued over 350 million views across their socials in 2025 alone. So, mark your calendars and get ready to dive into the world of BAFTA Playback! But remember, this is just the beginning. Stay tuned for more episodes and join the conversation! Do you agree with the actors' choices? Disagree? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
