The Rest Is Entertainment

The Rest Is Entertainment

Richard Osman & Marina Hyde share insider knowledge on TV, movies, and pop culture. Stay up to date on what's hot and what's not in entertainment with behind-the-scenes insights from Richard and Marina. As two of the most connected voices in the business, they provide a unique perspective on the latest television series, film releases, and cultural trends. Their podcast explores everything from media gossip to industry secrets, giving listeners the inside track on the world of showbiz. Whether you're a fan of gritty dramas, blockbuster movies, or celebrity news, this podcast is your ultimate guide to entertainment. Richard and Marina offer fresh, expert analysis on the latest hits, star power, and cultural moments shaping the media landscape, making sure you’re always in the know about the entertainment world. The Rest Is Entertainment Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.

Episodes

How Liz Hurley Slid Into Billy Ray Cyrus’s DMs

April 28, 2025 • 55 mins
Are we right to be cynical about Elizabeth Hurley’s new relationship with Billy Ray Cyrus? Why has Peter Andre donned a dodgy dreadlocks wig for his new acting role? Who will win Celebrity Traitors? ‘Jafaican’ is not his screen debut as Peter Andre claims, but that is the least of the film's issues. From his accent to overall portrayal of Jamaican culture, initial reaction to the trailer have ignited the culture war. What does it ...
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Marina's A-List

April 23, 2025 • 28 mins
Can you guess how Marina will rate your favourite actor? Why do first editions cost so much? Does Beyonce hire too many songwriters? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions and explore the world of bottle episodes and writing credits. Plus we list the country's top actors and Marina (and her imaginary gavel) decide if they are 'A-List or Not' - prepare to be shocked. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a mem...
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Can Jesus Save Hollywood?

April 21, 2025 • 54 mins
Has Christian movie making resurrected the Box Office? Is 'Reacher' America's favourite TV Show? Why are celebrities obsessed with making hot sauces? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde explore the phenomenal success of religious programming in Hollywood - including the smash hit from Angel Studios 'King Of Kings'. But why are LA's rich and famous flocking to church all of a sudden, and are they all praying for Justin Baldoni? Severanc...
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Titanic, Tattoos & Trade Wars

April 16, 2025 • 34 mins
Why are books rectangular, and what does it have to do with ancient Greek mathematics? How did Mike Tyson's tattooist almost bankrupt The Hangover franchise? And how was Star Wars almost derailed by a armed robbery? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on plots of cancelled TV shows, how cinemas actually 'play' movies and how to hide the tattoos of your favourite action heroes Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club fo...
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Will Saturday Night Live Thrive in The UK?

April 14, 2025 • 53 mins
Will the British version of Saturday Night Live be a hit or miss for audiences? Is 'The Play That Goes Wrong' the ultimate theatrical experience? And will Richard's dream of a 'Thursday Murder Club' rollercoaster become a reality at Universal's new Bedfordshire theme park? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss the exciting news that Lorne Michaels is finally making a UK version of his hit comedy sketch show - Saturday Night Live. ...
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Clooney vs Trump

April 9, 2025 • 39 mins
Donald Trump says that George Clooney is a third-rate actor - is he right? Does Hollywood have a nepo-baby problem? Should we actually judge a book by its (dust) cover? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on A-Listers, sports scoring and if they should lead an anti-capitalist coup. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.com Sign up to our news...
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Minecraft: A Huge Mess But A Huge Hit

April 7, 2025 • 59 mins
Is 'A Minecraft Movie' going to be the biggest hit of 2025? Do young people know or care about The Beatles? What was the inspiration behind Charlie Brooker's seminal 'Black Mirror'? Like many parents across the world, Marina watched the Jack Black and Jason Momoa fronted Minecraft movie on the weekend. How has a video game based off chopping wood become the biggest cultural phenomenon of the 21st century? Black Mirror returns to ...
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When Product Placement Goes Wrong

April 3, 2025 • 33 mins
How did a Sex And The City product placement almost bankrupt Peloton? Do spy writers use actual murder methods in their books? And is Amol Rajan actually clever? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on Killing Eve, The White Lotus and why the final season of Game Of Thrones flopped. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.com Sign up to our news...
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Did Mark Zuckerberg steal Richard's Books?

April 1, 2025 • 44 mins
Did Meta use millions of copyrighted books to train their latest AI chatbot? Has Amazon Prime struck gold with its latest comedy format 'Last One Laughing'? Will YouTubers ever crack traditional TV? Richard and Marina delve into the murky world of LibGen, the Russian illegal archive that has ripped both host's back catalog of books and the possibility that Facebook has used it to train their AI chatbot. 'Last One Laughing' is the...
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The Adolescence Director Answers Your Questions

March 27, 2025 • 38 mins
We're pulling back the curtain of Netflix's biggest drama of the year - Adolesence. In a show first, we've spoken to director Philip Barantini and Director of Photography Matt Lewis to answer your questions about the incredible cast, techincal challenges and that infamous drone shot. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.com Sign up to our newsletter: w...
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Adolescence Conquers the World

March 24, 2025 • 46 mins
It's the most talked-about show of the year so far. But has Netflix's 'Adolesence' put the final nail in the coffin of BBC and ITV drama comissioning? Richard and Marina discuss the sensational Stephen Graham drama. After the iconic Chris Rock slap at the Oscars in 2023, Will Smith's career and reputation has been in the doldrums. Marina and Richard have a plan to save the Fresh Prince's career, and it includes a big-old slice of ...
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Will The Harry Potter Reboot Fail?

March 19, 2025 • 35 mins
Will HBO's Harry Potter reboot cast a spell over a whole new generation of fans, or vanish in a cloud of disappointment? Which late global music megastar once donated money to an unlucky loser on Deal Or No Deal? What is the secret behind the success of the New York Times puzzles? Human geniuses and creativity or AI? Why aren’t we seeing traditional romances on screen any more? Richard and Marina settle in to answer your questi...
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Millie Bobby Brown Has Had Enough

March 17, 2025 • 57 mins
As Disney's newest live-action remake of Snow White becomes the centre of America's latest culture war, facing backlash over casting, messaging and its portrayal of classic themes... Richard and Marina unpack why this might become the mouse's biggest ever fumble. Millie Bobby Brown has grown up in the public eye after coming to world wide attention in Netflix’s Stranger Things. Now in her early 20s the actress is facing constant c...
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The Secrets Of Channel 4’s Hunted

March 12, 2025 • 37 mins
Richard and Marina go inside Hunted, one of Channel 4’s recent success stories. What’s real? Is there producer interference? What techniques can help you avoid the hunters? The move to streaming has not only meant a loss to of buying DVDs, but the loss of the directors commentary. Will we ever get to enjoy the art of it again? Plus the journalists standing by their sources, Saturday Night Live and how actors battle through illnes...
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The Power Of Drive To Survive

March 10, 2025 • 48 mins
Drive To Survive, the colossal Formula 1 Netflix hit returns to our screens. How has it shaped reality sport documentaries that now dominate the documentary space and what can we expect from the latest series? The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo all announced as 2025 Glastonbury headliners. Something for everyone and yet like every year there are cries of “worst lineup ever”. Richard and Marina discuss if it is the worst ever...
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Shrek 5, Book Signings & Going For Gold

March 5, 2025 • 36 mins
It's the first Shrek movie in almost a decade, but why are fans outraged over the new animation style - could this spell disaster for Dreamworks? Richard and Marina answer your burning entertainment questions; including the true identity of Mr Blobby, how to sign 45,000 books a year and whether its time to reboot 'Going For Gold'. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.theresti...
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The Oscars: Does Anyone Care Any More?

March 3, 2025 • 61 mins
Did Anora deserve its Oscars clean sweep, why are audiences switching off - and why did Adrien Brody chuck chewing gum at his wife? Richard & Marina share their thoughts on Hollywood's biggest night, plus dig into Jeff Bezos' new regime at the Washington Post. Recommendations: Richard - Toxic Town (Netflix) Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.com ...
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Oscars, Clichés and Cool

February 26, 2025 • 40 mins
We deal with the fallout of Richard and Marina’s debate over who and what is ‘cool’ with a third voice joining the conversation… but whose side are they on?

 Movies are full of clichés, Marina shares her dramatic pet peeves. Richard explains the politics of hosting awards ceremonies from seating plans to scripting nominee announcements. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www....
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Bond and Meghan Markle’s Big Gamble

February 24, 2025 • 48 mins
After Richard & Marina asked if Bond was in crisis on last week’s show, longtime custodians of ‘brand Bond’ Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson announced they are stepping down. Who will next play the role of Bond, and the likelihood of future films or spinoffs, are now in Amazon’s hands. Following this bombshell announcement Marina takes us inside the bombshell story and why they’re stepping back now. Meghan Markle has had ...
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Have Celebs Lost Their Cool?

February 19, 2025 • 36 mins
Who and what is “cool”? Richard and Marina have their first disagreement of 2025. We know there is a lot of fakery in TV - the secrets of The Apprentice, Gogglebox and Who Do You Think You Are? are revealed. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.com Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.com Twitter: @‌restisents Instagram: @‌restisente...
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