BAFTA has announced the launch of BAFTA Playback, a new digital series presented in collaboration with Samsung, the Official Screen Partner of BAFTA. The series delves into career-defining moments and influences behind some of the most celebrated talents in film and TV, featuring commentary and clips curated by the actors themselves.

Availble now on BAFTA’s YouTube channel, the six-part series boasts a line-up of acclaimed actors, including BAFTA winners and nominees. The opening episode features Matthew McConaughey, with subsequent episodes featuring Colin Farrell, Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Lawrence, Jeremy Allen White and Michael B. Jordan. New episodes will be released every Tuesday and Thursday until November 20th.

Filmed in a lounge-style set, complete with memorabilia and personalised nods to each guest’s career and influences, each episode sees the actor watch their handpicked scenes on a Samsung TV screen.

Emma Baehr, executive director of Awards and Content, BAFTA, commented: “Celebrating outstanding storytelling, and showcasing the craft that goes into making films, games, and television is at the heart of what we do at BAFTA, so we are delighted to be able to bring together an exceptional line-up of actors to launch the first BAFTA Playback sponsored by Samsung. What a treat to be able to watch them talk through their creative influences and some of their favourite moments throughout their career.”

Zeena Hill, marketing director for TV/AV at Samsung Electronics UK, added: “Storytelling sits at the heart of the screen experience, and BAFTA Playback beautifully captures that connection between innovation, creativity and technology. We’re proud that with Samsung’s superiority in picture quality, our screens have become the stage, where some of the world’s most celebrated actors bring their stories to life. Whether on set or in the living room, our mission is to ensure every detail of those stories is experienced exactly as the creator intended – rich, immersive, and true to the art of performance.”

Full episodes of BAFTA Playback sponsored by Samsung will be available to watch on BAFTA’s YouTube channel, alongside episode highlight clips across BAFTA’s Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Release schedule:
4 November – Matthew McConaughey
6 November – Colin Farrell
11 November – Jeremy Allen White
13 November – Cynthia Erivo
18 November – Jennifer Lawrence
20 November – Michael B. Jordan

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