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What & Why (The Watcher) Oct 21, 2022

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Krista, Brookie, & Blaine share this week's What & Why, The Watcher. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search Queue’s Queue for more recommendations!

Eddie Redmayne Oct 19, 2022

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Eddie Redmayne joins the show to talk about his role as Charles Cullen in Tobias Lindholm's chilling new thriller, The Good Nurse. Based on the book by Charles Graeber, the film follows Amy Loughren (Jessica Chastain), a compassionate nurse who begins to grow suspicious that her colleague is responsible for a series of mysterious patient deaths.

Redmayne explains how he captured the physicality and essence of Cullen's character, shares what he's taking away from his experience working with Chastain, and describes witnessing Lindholm's incredible confidence and leadership on set.

He also recounts how he was terrified of being fired while working on Robert De Niro’s 2006 spy film, The Good Shepherd, reflects on his experience performing in Cabaret, and touches on his recent studies at Lecoq, a French theatre school in Paris.

What & Why (Formula 1: Drive to Survive) Oct 14, 2022

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Krista and Maddie share this week's What & Why, Formula 1: Drive to Survive. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search Queue’s Queue for more recommendations!

Naomi Watts Oct 13, 2022

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Naomi Watts joins the show to talk about her role in the eerie ensemble drama The Watcher. Inspired by the true story of the infamous “Watcher” house in New Jersey, the series follows Nora (Naomi Watts) and Dean Brannock (Bobby Cannavale) as they move their family into what was supposed to be their suburban dream home. However, things take a dark turn when ominous letters from someone calling themself “The Watcher” begin showing up in their mailbox.

Naomi explains what made her eager to join the series, describes working with the show's incredible cast, and shares a few of her favorite moments on set with co-stars Jennifer Coolidge, Mia Farrow, and Margo Martindale.

She also reflects on her breakout role in David Lynch's critically acclaimed film Mulholland Drive, reveals that she almost passed on the role of Rachel Keller in The Ring, and speaks candidly about how finding success later in her career deeply shaped the way she chose to navigate the industry.

Mila Kunis Oct 05, 2022

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Mila Kunis joins the show to talk about her upcoming film, Luckiest Girl Alive. Based on the novel by Jessica Knoll, the film centers on Ani FaNelli (Mila Kunis), a sharp-tongued New Yorker who appears to have it all. But when the director of a crime documentary invites her to tell her side of the shocking incident that took place when she was a teenager at her prestigious private school, Ani is forced to confront a dark truth that threatens to unravel her meticulously crafted life.

Kunis shares background on her production company Orchard Farm, explains what motivated her to take on a producer role in Luckiest Girl Alive, and details how she balanced her acting and producing responsibilities throughout production.

She also describes her and husband Ashton Kutcher's frank approach to navigating conversations about social media with their kids, shares the catalyst behind their fundraising efforts to help Ukrainians affected by the war, and gets honest about how her parents have been handling retirement.

What & Why (The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist) Sep 30, 2022

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Welcome to What & Why, a new segment on Skip Intro where we tell you what's streaming on Netflix, and why it’s worth a watch. Today's What & Why is The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist.

Tyler Perry Sep 23, 2022

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Krista sits down with Tyler Perry at the Toronto International Film Festival to talk about his latest film, A Jazzman's Blues. Penned in 1995 when Perry was still struggling to break into the entertainment industry, A Jazzman's Blues is a sweeping tale of forbidden love that unspools forty years of secrets and lies soundtracked by juke joint blues in the deep South.

Perry explains why he waited for so long to share this particular story with the world, breaks down his approach to casting and directing, and describes what it was like to work with an incredible group of musicians (including Terence Blanchard and Ruth B.) to bring the soundtrack to life.

Perry also recounts how an Oprah segment he watched as a young man set him on the path to becoming a playwright, details his dream dinner party, and shares his newfound love of flying RC radio control airplanes with his son.

Welcome to Season 5! Sep 22, 2022

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Krista takes a look back at her favorite responses on last season's theme: ambition. Plus, she reveals what we'll be discussing in season 5!

Fall Preview Aug 30, 2022

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With so many highly anticipated titles coming to Netflix this fall, it can be hard to keep track of what should be on your watch list. But have no fear! In this special bonus episode of Skip Intro, Krista and Henry Goldblatt (Executive Editor of Tudum -- the official Netflix site to fuel your fandom for the shows and movies you love) join forces to break down their must-see top 3: the star studded "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery," Noah Baumbach's "White Noise," and the 5th season of "The Crown."

Farewell to Season 4 Jul 27, 2022

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Krista reflects on her favorite moments from the past 12 episodes and prepares to hit the road for the fall film festival season.

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