On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor,Steven Krueger from theShowtime and Paramount+ series “Yellowjackets!” Steven delves into his journey from aspiring lawyer to accomplished actor, highlighting the moment he realized that his true passion was acting rather than law. He discusses his career trajectory, which includes notable roles in “Pretty Little Liars” and “The Originals.” Currently, he stars in the acclaimed series “Yellowjackets,” set both in the 1990s and the present day, portraying the soccer coach of a high school team stranded in the wilderness. The discussion also touches upon his ventures into directing, as Steven also recently produced and directed his first short film.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
02:47 Stephen's Journey to Nashville
04:20 Life in the Entertainment Industry
07:16 Growing Up and Career Beginnings
09:33 The Influence of Family
14:12 Breaking into Acting
26:10 Early Career Milestones
28:34 Quitting the Side Job
31:31 The Impact of Short TV Seasons
36:53 Landing the Role in Yellowjackets
39:10 Yellowjackets: Plot and Production
43:14 Directing and Producing a Short Film
47:45 The Seven Questions
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