Graham Norton is welcoming some of Hollywood’s biggest names to his famous red sofa tonight, with a double Oscar winner, a Hollywood screen legend and one of television’s most talked-about actors among the guests. Watch from 10.35pm on BBC One.
Michael Douglas, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin and British star Naomi Ackie will join Graham for the latest edition of the BBC chat show, while the Sugababes will provide the musical entertainment with a performance of their current single, Ghost.
The episode promises plenty for film and television fans, with the guests discussing a new memoir, an eagerly anticipated addition to a hugely successful film franchise and a horror thriller.
Here’s everything viewers need to know about tonight’s show.
What time is The Graham Norton Show on tonight?
The Graham Norton Show airs tonight, Friday, October 30, at 10.40pm on BBC One.
The programme follows a busy evening of entertainment on BBC One, including the finale of The Celebrity Traitors, which airs at 8pm.
The new episode of Graham’s chat show runs for 50 minutes and will also be available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?
Michael Douglas discusses tell-all memoir One Helluva Ride
Leading tonight’s guest line-up is Hollywood heavyweight Michael Douglas, who will be chatting to Graham about his memoir, One Helluva Ride.
The double Oscar winner has enjoyed an extraordinary career spanning decades, becoming one of the most recognisable actors in the film industry.
Douglas is known for a string of celebrated screen performances, and his appearance will give viewers the chance to hear more about the experiences behind his remarkable life and career.
His memoir promises a personal look back at his journey, with the actor discussing the stories and memories that have helped shape his time in Hollywood.
Glenn Close and Kieran Culkin discuss The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
Also taking their places on the sofa are Hollywood great Glenn Close and Succession star Kieran Culkin.
The pair are appearing together in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, the latest film connected to the hugely popular Hunger Games franchise.
Close is one of the most respected performers of her generation, with a career that has seen her take on a wide range of roles across film, television and theatre.
Culkin, meanwhile, became a household name for his performance as Roman Roy in the award-winning drama Succession. His work on the series earned him widespread recognition and helped establish him as one of television’s most prominent stars.
Their appearance together should make for an interesting conversation as they discuss their involvement in the latest Hunger Games project and what audiences can expect.
Naomi Ackie talks horror thriller Clayface
British actress Naomi Ackie completes the acting line-up.
Ackie is starring in Clayface, a horror thriller that brings a darker atmosphere to the screen. The project sees the actress take on a major role in a story rooted in the world of the well-known comic-book character.
Ackie has built an impressive screen career, and her appearance on Graham’s sofa will give viewers the chance to hear more about her latest project and her experience working on a horror film.
With Douglas, Close and Culkin also on the sofa, she will be in some very distinguished company.
Sugababes perform current single Ghost
There is also music on tonight’s programme, with the Sugababes taking to the stage to perform their current single, Ghost.
The group remain one of Britain’s best-known pop acts, having enjoyed huge success with hits including Push the Button, Round Round, About You Now and Freak Like Me.
Their performance will provide a musical highlight in an episode otherwise packed with film and television conversation.
Is The Graham Norton Show on after The Celebrity Traitors final?
Yes. Tonight’s episode follows the much-anticipated final of The Celebrity Traitors.
The reality competition reaches its conclusion at 8pm on BBC One, with the finalists facing the last stages of the game before the winners are revealed.
After all the suspicion, twists and dramatic revelations inside the castle, viewers can switch to Graham Norton for a very different kind of Friday night entertainment.
With Michael Douglas, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin and Naomi Ackie sharing the sofa, and the Sugababes performing Ghost, tonight’s show has a particularly impressive line-up.
The Graham Norton Show airs tonight, Friday, October 30, at 10.40pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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