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Skip Intro with Krista Smith is an award-winning show, bringing you dynamic conversations with the exceptional people behind your favorite films, series, specials, and documentaries on Netflix.

  1. Kate Winslet (Goodbye June)

    2D AGO

    Kate Winslet (Goodbye June)

    Kate Winslet takes on the triple threat of directing, producing, and acting in her latest film, Goodbye June. She discusses her deeply personal connection to the script, written by son Joe Anders, and what convinced Helen Mirren to play June despite an aversion to the role of a dying character.Winslet also shares her tips for working with young children on set, reflects back on an iconic Vanity Fair cover shoot, and describes an unforgettable experience at sea with loved ones. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    38 min
  2. Josh O’Connor (Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery)

    DEC 15

    Josh O’Connor (Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery)

    Josh O’Connor has four films out this year. In Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Rian Johnson’s latest whodunnit, he shape-shifts into a boxer turned priest. O’Connor talks about how working with a stacked ensemble cast didn’t take away from the community and collaboration he craves, calling it “a beautiful thing.” He also reveals the moments on set with Daniel Craig and Glenn Close that left him in awe. Plus, The Crown actor dishes on what preparation was like ahead of hosting SNL, how his very late introduction to TikTok came about, and the current state of his beloved frog pond. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    39 min
  3. Billy Crudup (Jay Kelly)

    DEC 7

    Billy Crudup (Jay Kelly)

    Billy Crudup delivers an unforgettable performance in the new film Jay Kelly. The Emmy-winning actor, who stars alongside George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and Laura Dern, opens up about working with the film’s powerhouse ensemble and collaborating with director Noah Baumbach. Crudup shares what it was like seeing Louis Partridge play a younger version of himself — and reflects on his early career, from the New York theater scene to his breakout roles in Almost Famous and Without Limits. He also dishes on why he avoided the press and ’90s magazine covers for years. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    31 min
  4. Laura Dern (Jay Kelly)

    DEC 6

    Laura Dern (Jay Kelly)

    Laura Dern returns to Skip Intro with Krista Smith to discuss her new film, Jay Kelly, and reuniting with director Noah Baumbach after her Oscar-winning performance in Marriage Story. Calling it “the time of my life,” Dern shares what it was like working with George Clooney and Adam Sandler, walking in Paris Fashion Week, and having irrational fears that she playfully blames on Steven Spielberg. She also pays heartfelt tribute to the ’70s cinema legends who shaped her, including her parents, Diane Ladd and Bruce Dern, and her godmother, Shelley Winters. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    35 min
  5. George Clooney (Jay Kelly)

    DEC 5

    George Clooney (Jay Kelly)

    George Clooney delivers a soulful performance in his latest film, Jay Kelly. The Oscar-winning actor discusses what it was like working with his longtime friends Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, and Billy Crudup in the Noah Baumbach–directed film. Clooney also shares the clever tactics he used to land early-career auditions, reflects on the importance of living without regret, and reveals his onscreen trick for running faster. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    38 min
  6. Joel Edgerton (Train Dreams)

    DEC 1

    Joel Edgerton (Train Dreams)

    Joel Edgerton stars in the new Netflix film Train Dreams, delivering a moving and memorable performance. In this conversation, Edgerton explores his personal connection to the film’s story and character, discussing how director Clint Bentley’s adaptation was able to “crack the safe” and bring the project to life. The actor also reflects on the meaningful advice his father gave about chasing his dreams, what he hopes to see flourish in the Australian film industry, and the unexpected delight of hearing which of his films resonate most with fans — from Kinky Boots to Star Wars. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    41 min
  7. Mia Goth (Frankenstein)

    NOV 28

    Mia Goth (Frankenstein)

    Mia Goth mesmerizes on screen in Guillermo del Toro’s latest work, Frankenstein. On Skip Intro, Goth talks about what it was like to receive a phone call from the Oscar-winning writer/director, and the unscripted, magical moments that took place onscreen with the Creature — played by her co-star Jacob Elordi. The X actor also shares how she overcame her fear of insects to play Elizabeth Frankenstein, what it’s like filming Star Wars while taking care of her 3-year-old, and the fork-in-the-road decision that led her to where she is now. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    30 min
  8. Claire Danes (The Beast in Me)

    NOV 21

    Claire Danes (The Beast in Me)

    Claire Danes delivers an emotionally gripping performance in her latest limited series, The Beast in Me. Starring alongside an unflinching Matthew Rhys, the Emmy–winning actor reveals why she had Rhys change his character’s name from the original script. Danes also shares what it was like to reunite with executive producer Howard Gordon after their hit series Homeland, her early obsession with Madonna and John Hughes movies, and how her role in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines helped Danes “click back” into acting after spending two years at Yale. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

    33 min
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4.9
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Skip Intro with Krista Smith is an award-winning show, bringing you dynamic conversations with the exceptional people behind your favorite films, series, specials, and documentaries on Netflix.

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  • Channel
    Netflix
  • Creator
    Netflix
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    276
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Skip Intro

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