New Lineup for Actors on Actors Season 21 Announced

Variety has unveiled the star-studded lineup for Season 21 of the acclaimed series Actors on Actors. The new season is set to premiere next week, just in time for holiday binge-watching.

While the holiday season is typically filled with shopping, feasting, and visiting loved ones, it often lacks fresh television programming. This year, Variety has delivered an extra dose of holiday cheer with the announcement of their latest Actors on Actors lineup. The beloved series features intimate conversations between two actors who share industry insights and trade advice. With its release just ahead of Christmas, the series promises to be the perfect festive treat for fans of film and television.

As the participants prepare to take their places in the iconic brown chairs, Variety’s matchups reveal a mix of seasoned stars and rising talents, including actors who have dominated the biggest films of the year as well as those meeting for the first time.

Variety continues its tradition of selecting a diverse cast, spanning generations and backgrounds, from veteran performers to fresh-faced newcomers. These conversations explore topics such as talent, regrets, and building self-confidence, offering viewers unique perspectives from every stage of an actor’s journey.

This season, Variety has truly outdone itself, assembling a lineup that features superheroes, singers, and legendary names who have reached new career milestones. Season 21 boasts an eclectic mix of personalities and stories, highlighting the many paths to success in the industry.

The new season kicks off on December 9 with a superhero reunion: Andrew Garfield (Spider-Man) and Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool) sharing the spotlight. December 10 brings together Ariana Grande and Paul Mescal, whose roles in this year’s blockbuster hits Wicked and Gladiator II have garnered significant buzz. Grande’s Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo will appear later in the season, sitting down with Angelina Jolie on December 12. Fans can also look forward to seeing Pamela Anderson paired with Mikey Madison in one of the later episodes.

With episodes premiering just days before Christmas, Actors on Actors is sure to add some cinematic magic to the holiday season. Read the full Season 21 cast list below, and catch up on previous seasons on Variety’s website and social media channels.