Plot Twist

Plot twists – they turn up everywhere. In film, life and love, they’re the moments that can change everything. Join Tom as he meets some of the world’s biggest TV, film, comedy and sport stars to ask them about their most poignant plot twist moments, behind the scenes and throughout their careers.

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Episodes

Billie Piper and Lucy Prebble

This week, former pop-star and Doctor Who companion Billie Piper joins writer Lucy Pebble, to discuss their new series I Hate Suzie – an emotional rollercoaster following a celebrity whose life is thrown into turmoil after compromising photos are leaked from her phone. Speaking with Tom and Fran they discuss how a strong friendship off-screen has helped them to grow professionally – while they also admit that some of the show’s themes often feel too close to home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Sep 24, 2020•48 min

Maisie Williams

Game of Thrones megastar Maisie Williams joins Tom and Fran to discuss life after Arya Stark. She reflects on growing up in the spotlight, her new found love of video games, and how she's finally learned not to be so hard on herself. Plus she introduces her new show, Two Weeks To Live – a comedy series in which she plays a misfit-turned-assassin, on a mission to avenge her father's death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 2020•39 min

Michelle Keegan

Michelle Keegan's on-screen roles have seen her move from Coronation Street, to military drama in Our Girl, and now comedy in the hit show Brassic, starring alongside Joe Gilgun. Speaking with Tom and Fran, she explains why she's loved playing such a varied cast of strong-willed characters, and shares the make-or-break plot twist that kicked off her career. Plus, appearances from her dogs and thoughts on stripper names. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 14, 2020•41 min

Joe Cole

From flat caps and Brummie accents in Peaky Blinders (as John Shelby) to Thai boxing in A Prayer Before Dawn, Joe Cole is an actor who fully throws himself into a role. This week he joins Tom and Fran to talk about the much anticipated new series Gangs of London, and shares the plot twists in his career including a life-changing encounter with Matt Lucas, and becoming a rapping drummer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 2020•46 min

Stephen Graham and Daniel Mays

This week stars two actors who have done it all! Line of Duty and Code 404 co-stars Stephen Graham and Daniel Mays join Tom and Fran on Plot Twist this week. From Al Pacino to tap dancing, let’s just say we all had a giggle... plus we find out the biggest plot twists from their illustrious careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 24, 2020•42 min

Joe Gilgun

Extraordinarily honest and wonderfully unique, This is England and Misfits star Joe Gilgun truly is one of a kind. He chats to Tom and Fran about his fascinating journey to creating and starring in Sky’s most successful comedy, Brassic. Expect strong language, discussion about mental health, and some rather personal references... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 2020•47 min

Lennie James

Fear the Walking Dead star Lennie James has had quite the career. He talks to Tom and Fran about his unusual (and romantic) route into acting, his love for Muhammad Ali and Tottenham Hotspur, and the process of bringing his award-winning series Save Me to life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 09, 2020•44 min

Mel and Sue

The comedy duo, presenters and actors, Mel and Sue join the Plot Twist podcast. They talk to Tom and Fran about their brand new series Hitmen, which in a rather dramatic shift, sees the Great British Bake Off originals put down the rolling pins in favour of fatal weapons, as assassins. They also share stories from throughout their careers – from their first stand-up gigs after university, to fans with 12 foot baguettes, and why they almost quit their most famous TV job on day one. Hosted on Acas...

Apr 02, 2020•45 min

Noel Clarke and Ashley Walters

Noel Clarke and Ashley Walters have have made iconic contributions to British TV and independent film over the years. From KiDULTHOOD and AdULTHOOD written by Clarke, to Top Boy starring Walters – the pair have become known as masters of inner-city drama. Joining Tom and Fran on this weeks podcast, they discuss the incredible drive behind their successes – and preview the return of their brilliant series Bulletproof, a London based cop-show seeing them star side-by-side as detectives Bishop and ...

Mar 26, 2020•43 min

Rob Brydon and Steve Coogan

This week it’s another comedy pairing on the Plot Twist Podcast, as Alan Partridge super-fan Tom meets Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon to discuss the return of their award winning series, The Trip (set in Greece this time around) as well as deep-diving into the plot twists from their careers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 2020•39 min

David Schwimmer and Nick Mohammed

David Schwimmer (…yes Ross from Friends!) and writer/actor Nick Mohammed join Tom and Fran to preview Intelligence, their brand new sitcom set in the world of cyber-security at GCHQ. They discuss the show’s blend of UK and US comedy, and the relationship between their characters – a maverick NSA agent alongside a hapless computer analyst – which shows Schwimmer in a brilliant new light. Tom and Fran are also joined by NOW TV film expert Jasen, to talk about some of their all-time favourite "plot...

Mar 12, 2020•43 min

Danny McBride and Edi Patterson

This week Tom meets Danny McBride and Edi Patterson, the stars of The Righteous Gemstones – a comedy-drama following the lives of a dysfunctional family of American televangelist megachurch pastors. Writer/actor Danny McBride's journey to our screens has also had many unexpected twists and turns in itself – and encounters with the likes of Kanye West – make this a hilarious interview! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 05, 2020•42 min

Karl Pilkington

The inimitable Karl Pilkington joins Tom and Fran for the first episode of the Plot Twist podcast (…making mega-fan Tom ever-so-slightly nervous). Having started his career alongside the likes of comedians Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, Pilkington is now writing and starring in Sick of It – a drama which sees him play not just one, but two lead roles, as an actor. But did Karl ever expect his career to take the turn it has? And is the Karl Pilkington you see on screen the same person in rea...

Feb 27, 2020•55 min

Introducing the Plot Twist podcast

Join Tom and Fran for the all-new Plot Twist podcast! Coming soon. Meet hosts Tom and Fran as they launch the Plot Twist podcast. Thrown in at the deep end by NOW TV, they’ve been given exclusive access to some of TV and film’s biggest stars to ask them about their favourite plot twist moments. Expect illuminating interviews with the likes of Karl Pilkington (Sick Of It), Danny McBride and Edi Patterson (The Righteous Gemstones), David Schwimmer and Nick Mohammed (Intelligence). For information ...

Feb 26, 2020•32 sec

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