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Awards Radar • October 2nd, 2026

Interview: Joseph Zada Discusses 'East of Eden' and Book-to-Screen Adaptations - Awards Radar

Joseph Zada portrays Caleb in East of Eden. The modern interpretation of John Steinbeck’s book from Zoe Kazan examines the multigenerational saga of the Trask family and sheds some new light on its antihero, Cathy Ames.

This isn’t his first book-to-screen adaptation, and it certainly won’t be his last.

Awards Radar • October 2nd, 2026

Interview: Mike Faist and Christopher Abbott Talk Filming 'East of Eden' and Embodying Their Characters - Awards Radar

Mike Faist and Christopher Abbott star as Charles and Adam in Netflix’s East of Eden, which is a modern interpretation of John Steinbeck’s novel from Zoe Kazan. The show explores the multigenerational saga of the Trask family, while also giving a new perspective on its unforgettable antihero, Cathy Ames.

Awards Radar • September 22nd, 2026

Interview: Peter Krause and Hope Davis Discuss the Family Aspect and Big Mystery of 'Line of Fire' - Awards Radar

It’s time to meet TV’s newest law enforcement agents: the Hollingsworth family, led by Peter Krause and Hope Davis. Tonight’s premiere of Line of Fire gave us the perfect introduction to what we can expect from the procedural, which will tackle cases for the FBI, U.S. Marshals, Secret Service, and Department of Justice.

Davis plays Jane, a U.S. Marshal, while Krause takes on the role of Mike, part of the Secret Service.

Awards Radar • September 14th, 2026

Before Emmy Gold: Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie - Awards Radar

This year’s Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie feature some incredible talent from five very different projects, showcasing the perfect range for audiences. Claire Danes and Sarah Snook will leave you on the edge of your seat with their work in Netflix’s The Beast in Me and Peacock’s All Her Fault, while Sally Field will have you grabbing the nearest box of tissues as you watch Remarkably Bright Creatures.

Awards Radar • August 29th, 2026

Interview: Theo Rossi Talks 'Bruton' and Telling Compelling True Stories - Awards Radar

In Bruton, Theo Rossi is taking on the role of Bryan Bruton with the true story of how one bad decision resulted in eleven life-changing years of incarceration. However, Bruton’s past hustling experience led him to find a path behind bars by building businesses.

Awards Radar • August 18th, 2026

Interview: 'Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette' Star Sarah Pidgeon on What Fueled Her Emmy-Nominated Portrayal - Awards Radar

If you weren’t already familiar with Sarah Pidgeon’s work, she no doubt made a lasting impression with her performance as Carolyn Bessette in the first installment of Ryan Murphy’s Love Story anthology, inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s book, Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.

While she was focused on honoring the legacy of this real-life person, her own legacy will now forever include Bessette, as this role earned Pidgeon her first Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie.

Awards Radar • August 17th, 2026

Interview: 'Abbott Elementary' Executive Producers Justin Halpern and Patrick Schumacker Discuss the Comedy Genre and TV Format - Awards Radar

For the fifth consecutive year, Abbott Elementary has received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series. However, the show, which is about to head into its sixth season, isn’t just recognized during awards season. Since premiering in 2021, fans have consistently shared their praise and love for the workplace comedy.

Along with Abbott Elementary, executive producers Justin Halpern and Patrick Schumacker have worked together on many projects, such as Harley Quinn, Kite Man: Hell Yeah!,...

Awards Radar • August 13th, 2026

Interview: Nicola Coughlan on the Message of 'The Magic Faraway Tree' and the Importance of Making Kids' Films - Awards Radar

Nicola Coughlan is bringing back the wonder of childhood with her performance as Silky in The Magic Faraway Tree, based on the best-selling novel. The film follows a family as they begin their new life in the remote countryside, and the magical tree hidden near their home ends up being exactly what they need to reconnect with each other.

Awards Radar • August 10th, 2026

Interview: Colman Domingo Reflects on Ali's Impactful Evolution and the Ending of 'Euphoria' - Awards Radar

Euphoria has officially come to an end, with Colman Domingo’s Ali playing a pivotal role in the story’s conclusion by avenging Rue’s (Zendaya) tragic death and giving audiences some much-needed sense of justice as we say goodbye.

Back in 2022, his work in the second season won him the Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series.

Awards Radar • August 6th, 2026

Interview: Noah LaLonde on Season Three of 'My Life With the Walter Boys' and the Power of Television - Awards Radar

After two seasons of waiting, the third season of My Life With the Walter Boys gives Cole (Noah LaLonde) and Jackie (Nikki Rodriguez) fans what they’ve been waiting for: a real chance at their relationship. George’s (Marc Blucas) stroke was a wake-up call for the Walter family to realize what’s really important in life, which sets the scene for the two of them to finally go after what they want.

Awards Radar • July 31st, 2026

Interview: Lizzy Greene Breaks Down Lauren's "New Becoming" in Season Two of 'Ransom Canyon' - Awards Radar

The second season of Ransom Canyon ups the drama by putting Lizzy Greene’s Lauren Brigman in the center of a messy love triangle with the Russell brothers, Lucas (Garrett Wareing) and Kit (Casey W. Johnson).

However, throughout the eight episodes, we see Lauren evolve beyond her desire for popularity and the title of Homecoming Queen, which gives Greene plenty of new material to work with.

Awards Radar • July 25th, 2026

Interview: Marianly Tejada Discusses Ellie’s Journey to Motherhood in Season Two of 'Ransom Canyon' - Awards Radar

The first season of Ransom Canyon left fans with a massive cliffhanger: Ellie (Marianly Tejada) discovers that Yancy (Jack Schumacher) has a wife after he just asked her to marry him. As we return for season two, there’s a 6-month time jump, and his mysterious wife is still very much present. While the two didn’t go through with their wedding, Ellie is pregnant, making the whole situation even more complicated.

Awards Radar • June 30th, 2026

Interview: Sophia Ali Breaks Down the Ending of 'Above the Line' - Awards Radar

In the film Above the Line, Sophia Ali stars as Emma, aka Princess, as the movie follows six Hollywood hopefuls on a Christmas Eve heist to get revenge on a producer by stealing his undeserved Best Picture awards. The truth of who organized this “opportunity of a lifetime” eventually becomes clear, slowly peeling back the layers of how this plan came together in the third act.

Awards Radar • June 22nd, 2026

Interview: Jake Lacy on Navigating 'All Her Fault' and Letting the Story Speak for Itself - Awards Radar

When Jake Lacy is involved in a project, you know he has something up his sleeve, and a perfect example of that is his performance as Peter Irvine in All Her Fault. Despite the title, it becomes very clear by the end that what happened to the Irvine family is all Peter’s fault.

Awards Radar • June 19th, 2026

Interview: Matthew Rhys Talks 'The Beast in Me' and Reading Scripts as a Viewer First - Awards Radar

Matthew Rhys stars in The Beast in Me, which offers audiences a front-row seat to a deadly game of cat and mouse between acclaimed author Aggie Wiggs (Claire Danes) and her new neighbor, Nile Jarvis.

Aggie finds an unlikely muse for her next book in the successful and powerful real estate mogul who was the prime suspect in his wife’s disappearance. As the story unravels, so does the truth behind what actually happened.

Awards Radar • June 17th, 2026

Interview: Simon Helberg Discusses 'The Audacity' and Season Two of 'Poker Face' - Awards Radar

Whether you’re a fan of drama or comedy, Simon Helberg has you covered with The Audacity and season two of Poker Face.

AMC’s The Audacity had its season one finale on May 31 and has already been renewed for a second season, with the actor playing Martin Phister. The show takes place inside the bubble of Silicon Valley, exploring the twisted dreams, oversized egos, and lapses in judgement of the self-styled inventors of the future.

Awards Radar • June 15th, 2026

Interview: Christopher Briney Talks About His Guest Role on 'Hacks' - Awards Radar

After his breakout performance in The Summer I Turned Pretty, Christopher Briney is showing his comedic skills in the fifth and final season of Max’s Hacks. He guest stars as Nico Hayes, a rock star who develops a short-lived romantic relationship with Deborah Vance (Jean Smart).

Read Awards Radar’s full interview with the actor below, where he opens up about building his character, how Nico’s past plays into his present, stepping into a new genre, and much more.

Awards Radar • June 13th, 2026

Interview: Laurie Metcalf Talks Her 'Monster: The Ed Gein Story' and 'Big Mistakes' Performances - Awards Radar

Laurie Metcalf can be seen giving outstanding back-to-back performances in Monster: The Ed Gein Story and Big Mistakes. The third season of Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s anthology series premiered in October of 2025 with the actress portraying Augusta Gein.

Awards Radar • June 12th, 2026

Interview: Haley Lu Richardson Discusses 'PONIES' and Personally Connecting with Her Character - Awards Radar

Haley Lu Richardson gives a standout performance as Twila in Peacock’s PONIES, which is set in 1977 Moscow and explores how two “persons of no interest” become CIA operatives. The heart of the series is the friendship between Twila and Bea (Emilia Clarke) as they work to uncover a vast Cold War conspiracy and figure out the truth behind why their husbands were killed.

Awards Radar • June 10th, 2026

Interview: Wendi McLendon-Covey on 'St. Denis Medical' Season Two and Humanizing Joyce - Awards Radar

Following her ten-year run on The Goldbergs, Wendi McLendon-Covey is back on our TV screens to make us laugh as hospital administrator Joyce on St. Denis Medical, which has already been renewed for a third season.

Awards Radar • June 3rd, 2026

Interview: Tyler James Williams on Continuing to Grow and Learn with 'Abbott Elementary' - Awards Radar

After five years, Abbott Elementary is still going strong, making audiences laugh while also offering some important insight into the education system. Tyler James Williams stars as Gregory Eddie, and based on the season finale, season 6 will have a lot of interesting avenues to explore with the character, such as his new role as assistant principal.

Awards Radar • May 22nd, 2026

Interview: Jennifer Love Hewitt Talks Maddie's Season Nine Journey and Growing with '9-1-1' - Awards Radar

One aspect that makes 9-1-1 stand out is that it puts the spotlight on different fields of first responders, including firefighters, police officers, dispatchers, and, most likely, nurses in the upcoming tenth season. Everything is connected thanks to our lead characters, and no one better represents that than Maddie, portrayed by Jennifer Love Hewitt. She is a 911 dispatcher, linked to the 118 by her brother, Evan “Buck” Buckley (Oliver Stark), and her husband, Howie “Chimney” Han (Kenneth Choi).

Awards Radar • May 20th, 2026

Interview: Austin Stowell and Kyle Schmid Discuss 'NCIS: Origins' at RescueVerse NJ - Awards Radar

NCIS: Origins gives fans a firsthand look at Leroy Jethro Gibbs’ early career as a special agent in the early ‘90s, years before the events of NCIS. The series, narrated by Mark Harmon, will return for its third season as part of CBS’s 2026-2027 Fall schedule on Tuesday nights.

Creation Entertainment has started a convention tour to celebrate the heroes of fan-favorite first responder shows with RescueVerse: A Salute to TV’s First Responders.

Awards Radar • May 8th, 2026

Interview: Paul Anthony Kelly Talks 'Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette' - Awards Radar

In the first installment of Ryan Murphy’s Love Story anthology, Paul Anthony Kelly and Sarah Pidgeon bring the relationship of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette to the screen, inspired by Elizabeth Beller’s book, Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy.