You never know what could happen live, especially when one celebrity has no idea their profanity isn't being cut. Colin Farrell gave those watching the FIFA World Cup amid the 2026 TV schedule a front-row seat to what that looks like. With that, James Corden had to awkwardly tell him he was dropping f-bombs on live American TV, and the moment that happened was perfect.

Years after quitting The Late Late Show, James Corden is back on primetime with the FIFA World Cup on FOX After Hours. The show's title is a mouthful, which may be why the word "Live" is nowhere to be found in the title. Had that been added, maybe Corden wouldn't have had to tell Farrell that in the midst of the Oscar nominee swearing about a wax figure of Pelé in the corner. Here's how Farrell reacted:

That's right, Mr. Farrell, this isn't The Penguin, nor are these people watching you with an HBO Max subscription. While many cable networks have relaxed their stances on swearing in recent years, others prefer to keep things family-friendly, even if they're airing in the "safe harbor period" for television in the United States.

It should be noted that Farrell wasn't being remarkably obscene or anything, and that it was more swearing in the midst of casual conversation. It seems there are no hard feelings from Fox Sports, which shared a video of the moment on its official social media account. Take a look at how priceless Farrell's face is when he realizes his faux pas:

It appears that all's well that ends well, and Colin Farrell will probably be paranoid for a while that he's on live TV without being told in advance. I like the look of genuine concern on his face, paired with the immediate confession that he might've said everything the exact same way even if he knew.

While it could certainly be a one-off event, I do wonder if James Corden doing FIFA World Cup on FOX After Hours will give him the itch to return to late-night television in the United States. In fairness, it may not matter if he is interested, as Stephen Colbert's exit from CBS could be proof that networks aren't as invested in late-night programming as they once were.

Fortunately, sports fandoms are relatively loyal, and fans will stay up to watch reactions to their team. With that, I've enjoyed Corden in this role as of late. Perhaps it's the fact that absence makes the heart grow fonder, or maybe it's just because he hasn't jammed Team USA into a sedan for Carpool Karaoke. In any case, he's got me watching soccer analysis, and I can't say I've done that before!

The World Cup continues with the elimination stages on Fox and FS1. Tune in as Team USA and others continue their campaign to a championship, and see who will end up the big winners of this prestigious tournament!

If you grew up in the ‘80s, there’s a strong likelihood that The Smurfs were a part of your childhood, and there have been a couple of attempts to dip back into that nostalgia for the next generations. That latest effort, the new Smurfs animated movie, hits the 2025 movie calendar on July 18, and the critics are here to help parents decide if they should plan on taking the kids to the theater this weekend.

Directed by Chris Miller and written by Pam Brady, Smurfs features an ensemble voice cast and original music by Rihanna. The nine-time Grammy winner also stars as Smurfette alongside Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer and many more. Despite those collective talents, Johnny Oleksinski of the New York Post gives the movie zero stars, calling it one of the worst movies of the year and saying: “I Smurf-ing loathed it.” The critic says of the animated musical:

The above critic calls Smurfs one of the worst movies of the year, but Telegraph’s Robbie Collins one-ups him by saying it’s one of the worst films he’s seen — ever. He says the feature is “a colossal pile of ‘Smurf’ – and that’s putting it politely.” Collins writes:

Liz Shannon Miller of Consequence recorded her own unhinged observations on what she called a “clustersmurf” of a movie, and while Miller says she’s seen worse children’s movies, she says she may not have agreed to see Smurfs if she’d realized James Corden voiced the lead role. The critic concludes:

Clarisse Loughrey of The Independent gives Smurfs 1 star out of 5, calling the upcoming kids' movie an “unfunny and often inexplicable disaster of a movie.” The critic says she was horrified by the Addison Rae-esque gyrating and for the high quantity of jokes centered around weight. Loughrey writes:

Wilson Chapman of IndieWire says the flick is a “resolutely safe, profoundly boring first draft” that lacks any of the whimsy that drew children to the ‘80s cartoon. The critic gives this “charmless, generic” movie a D, writing:

John Nugent of Empire rates the animated movie 1 star out of 5, writing that it’s a tedious entry in a tedious series with more than a whiff of corporate mandate. Nugent continues:

Well, there’s no sugar-coating how critics feel about this movie, but anyone who’s interested in seeing Smurfs should absolutely feel free to draw their own conclusions. The new animated flick is in theaters Friday, July 18.

Doctor Who is a British institution, and while it’s made household names of the actors who take on the mantle of The Doctor, it’s also cast many stars in guest roles. So, with that in mind, we took a journey through the iconic modern era run of the beloved BBC show, and found 32 famous actors who played a minor role in this time lord’s journey. 

Jonathan Bailey

While we know and love Jonathan Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton on one of Netflix’s best series, Bridgerton, and as Fiyero in the Wicked cast, you might not be aware that he was in Season 8 of Doctor Who in the episode “Time Heist.” He starred alongside Peter Capaldi’s Twelfth Doctor, playing the hacker Psi. 

Brett Goldstein

Brett Goldstein appeared in the Season 11 episode “The Tsuranga Conundrum '' alongside Jodie Whittaker’s Thirteenth Doctor. During the episode that saw The Doctor and co. stuck on a spaceship while an enemy tries to destroy it, and the Emmy-winning actor played the head nurse Astos. Then, two years later, Goldstein became a household name when he joined the Ted Lasso cast as the beloved grouchy player-turned-coach Roy Kent. 

Carey Mulligan

Before Carey Mulligan starred in movies like Drive, Promising Young Woman and Maestro, she played the young Sally Sparrow in the Season 3 episode “Blink.” Not only is this episode one with some of Doctor Who’s best quotes, but it’s also one of the most iconic stories in the show’s history as David Tennant’s Tenth Doctor took on the Weeping Angels. 

Olivia Colman 

In one of Doctor Who’s best episodes, and Matt Smith’s first as the Eleventh iteration of the time lord, Olivia Colman played “Mother,” a woman who is taken over by Patient Zero in “The Eleventh Hour.” After that, the actress, of course, went on to win an Oscar for The Favourite, and she starred in various other successful projects including the film The Lost Daughter, and the series Broadchurch and The Crown. 

James Corden

Long before James Corden was hosting The Late Late Show, he guest starred in two of Matt Smith’s episodes as his pal and flatmate Craig, most notably in the Season 5 episode “The Lodger.” 

Andrew Garfield

He may be best known as The Amazing Spider-Man and for films like The Social Network and Tick, Tick…Boom! but before all that, Andrew Garfield starred alongside David Tennant in two Doctor Who episodes, “Daleks in Manhattan” and “Evolution of the Daleks.” He played Frank, a boy who gets the Doctor to help get rid of the Daleks. 

Bill Nighy 

In one of the most moving episodes of Doctor Who, “Vincent and The Doctor,” Bill Nighy plays Dr. Black, who works at the museum where Vincent Van Gogh’s self-portrait is held. Before starring in the emotional Matt Smith-led episode all about the aforementioned painter, Nighy was best known for movies like Love, Actually and Pirates of the Caribbean. Since then, he’s been in films including About Time, Emma. and Living, which he got an Oscar nomination for. 

Daniel Kaluuya

You know Daniel Kaluuya? That’s right, the star of Jordan Peele’s movies Get Out and Nope and the man who won an Oscar for Judas and The Black Messiah. Well, before all of that, he played Barclay in Season 4 of Doctor Who in the episode “Planet of the Dead,” where he helped the Tenth Doctor fix an engine after a double-decker bus they were on got stuck in a very sandy place.  

Felicity Jones

Before she entered a galaxy far, far away in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story or received her Oscar nomination for The Theory of Everything, Felicity Jones guest starred on Doctor Who. In 2008, she played Robina Redmond opposite the Tenth Doctor in the episode “The Unicorn and the Wasp,” which was a fun take on Agatha Christie and her mysteries. 

Ian McKellen

While you don’t see Sir Ian McKellen in Doctor Who, his voice is undeniable, as he was the man behind The Great Intelligence in Matt Smith’s 2012 Christmas special  “The Snowmen.” This special appearance was just another feather in this iconic British actor’s cap in the world of genre as he’s best known for playing Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings films as well as Magneto in the X-Men movies. 

Maisie Williams

Obviously, we know Maisie Williams as Arya Stark, an integral character in the Game of Thrones cast. However, she also starred in another series that’s considered a British institution when she appeared in four of Peter Capaldi’s Season 9 Doctor Who episodes – “The Girl Who Died,” “The Woman Who Lived,” “Face the Raven'' and “Hell Bent” – as Ashildr (AKA Me) the immortal Viking. 

Michael Gambon 

In Doctor Who’s 2010 Christmas special, “A Christmas Carol,” the Eleventh Doctor finds himself with a very Scrooge-like character named Kazran Sardick, played by the late Michael Gambon. The actor also played the antagonist’s father Elliot Sardick. Of course, before this, he also starred in another tentpole fantasy franchise by playing Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight Harry Potter movies. 

John Hurt 

In the 50th Anniversary of Doctor Who, John Hurt joined Matt Smith and David Tennant as a regeneration of the time lord named the War Doctor, who lived between the eighth and ninth versions of The Doctor. He was, of course, played by the late great John Hurt, who was known for iconic films like Alien and The Elephant Man. He was a legendary British actor, and he played a pivotal role in the long-running BBC series.

Gemma Chan

From the beloved and star-studded rom-com Crazy Rich Asians to Marvel’s The Eternals, Gemma Chan’s star has grown immensely over the last few years. However, before that, she played geologist Mia Bennett in the 2009 episode “The Waters of Mars” alongside David Tennant’s Doctor. 

Michael Sheen

David Tennant plays the demon to Michael Sheen’s angel in Good Omens, but before they shared the screen together, the Aziraphale actor voiced a House on the show that made his co-star a household name. During Matt Smith’s run as The Doctor during the episode “The Doctor’s Wife,” the actor known for Frost/Nixon and Masters of Sex voiced the evil entity that lived just outside the universe. 

Richard E. Grant

With over 140 credits to his name, including Gosford Park and Hudson Hawk, Richard E. Grant is a legendary British actor. In Doctor Who he played an equally iconic role as the antagonist Dr. Simeon in the Eleventh Doctor-led Christmas special “The Snowmen.” After that, the actor who played a variant of Loki in Marvel’s most timey-wimey show, returned to Dr. Simeon for the Season 7 episode “The Name of the Doctor.” 

Jonathan Groff

As one of the first big actors to guest star in Ncuti Gatwa’s run as the Fifteenth Doctor, Jonathan Groff joined the cast for a Regency-era episode. Before making a brief appearance on Doctor Who, Groff made a name for himself on Broadway in shows including Merrily We Roll Along and Hamilton. He also voiced Kristoff in both Frozen films, and starred in David Fincher’s series Mindhunter. Talk about range. 

Stephen Fry

During the Thirteenth Doctor’s run, Stephen Fry played a role in the Season 12 episode “Spyfall" as C, the head of MI6. An iconic character actor, Fry has over 190 credits to his name, and he is best known for films like Wilde and V for Vendetta. 

Simon Pegg

Long before he was choosing to accept missions with Tom Cruise in the Mission: Impossible movies and leading Edgar Wright’s Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy – which is Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and The World’s End – Simon Pegg guest starred on Doctor Who. He played The Editor in Season 1 of the modern era, and went up against Christopher Eccleston’s Ninth generation of the time lord. 

Kylie Minogue

Yes, you read that right, Australian pop icon Kylie Minogue, singer of “Can’t Get You Out of My Head” and “Chiggy Wiggy,” did star in a 2007 episode of Doctor Who titled “Voyage of the Damned.” During Season 4, she was featured alongside Tennant’s Doctor as Astrid, an alien waitress. 

Helen McCrory

Helen McCrory played Rosanna in the 2010 Doctor Who episode “The Vampires of Venice.” The Peaky Blinders star joined Matt Smith’s Doctor as the leader of the Saturnyns. Along with the two iconic BBC shows, the actress also played Narcissa Malfoy in the Harry Potter movies and starred in The Count of Monte Cristo. 

Toby Jones

In the episode “Amy’s Choice,” Toby Jones played the Dream Lord. This spooky villain that comes from the darker side of The Eleventh Doctor is another fun character in Jones’ cap, as he also voiced Dobby in the Harry Potter films and played Dr. Zola in the Captain America movies as well as Claudius Templesmith in The Hunger Games. 

Neil Patrick Harris

Joining the episode of the three-part 60th Anniversary special, Neil Patrick Harris played the Toymaker and witnessed the historic bi-generation. The How I Met Your Mother alum faced off against David Tennant’s Fourteenth Doctor as well as Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor. 

Timothy Dalton

Yep, you read that right, James Bond was in Doctor Who too. Timothy Dalton – who played 007 in License to Kill and The Living Daylights – guest starred in the Tenth Doctor’s 2009 episodes “End of Time” parts one and two where he played The Narrator and Lord President Rassilon, the founder and first leader of The Doctor’s home planet, Gallifrey. 

Brian Cox

In “End of Time,” Brian Cox wasn’t seen on screen with David Tennant, however, you can hear him, because he voiced Elder Ood, who is of an alien race the Doctor works to protect. While you don’t see Cox physically in the episode, you can see him as the patriarch of the Succession cast, Logan Roy, and you can check out movies of his, including Troy and Manhunter. 

Letitia Wright

Letitia Wright’s future is as the Black Panther, but prior to playing Shuri in the MCU and starring in other fun projects, she appeared in the Season 9 episode “Face the Raven” with Peter Capaldi’s Doctor. In Doctor Who, she played Anahson, an orphan looking for her mother. 

Gugu Mbatha-Raw

While Gugu Mbatha-Raw is best known for travelling through time and space as Ravonna Renslayer in Loki, she also played Tish Jones in four episodes of Doctor Who’s fourth season alongside David Tennant. The actress who played Martha’s sister in these episodes then went on to star in many films, including Belle, and series like The Morning Show. 

Thomas Brodie-Sangster

You likely know Thomas Brodie-Sangster as the kid from Love, Actually or from his work in The Maze Runner movies and The Queen’s Gambit. However, he also starred in a pair of Doctor Who episodes in Season 3 alongside David Tennant as Tim Latimer, a schoolboy from 1913.  

Alan Cumming

The host of The Traitors and star of The Good Wife, Alan Cumming starred as King James I in the Season 11 episode “The Witchfinders.” In the episode featuring the Thirteenth Doctor, this star of stage and screen played the king of a nation that was in the midst of a witch trial when the time lord showed up. 

Iain Glen

Iain Glen played Octavian in the 2010 Doctor Who episodes titled “The Time of Angels” and “Flesh and Stone.” While the actor made a name for himself on Game of Thrones as Jorah, Daenerys’ protector, he was trying to protect his team and The Doctor from the Weeping Angels in this set of Matt Smith-led episodes. 

Anthony Head

Anthony Head played Rupert Giles in 123 episodes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Uther Pendragon in 43 episodes of Merlin. He also portrayed the evil headmaster Lassar in one episode of Doctor Who – “School Reunion” – back in its second season alongside David Tennant. 

Jacob Anderson 

You likely remember Jacob Anderson as Grey Worm from Game of Thrones or Louis de Pointe du Lac in the series Interview with a Vampire. In the midst of all that, he joined Season 13 of Doctor Who for a recurring role as Vinder, a pilot and guardian who watches from Observation Outpost Rose and worked with the Thirteenth Doctor across seven episodes. 

As you can see, the list of actors who have made minor appearances on Doctor Who is long and wickedly impressive. From legendary actors like Ian McKellen and Olivia Colman and modern TV staples like Jonathan Bailey and Brett Goldstein, it’s hard to believe that all these folks aided (or tried to stop) The Doctor on their wibbly-wobbly timey-wimey journey through time and space, but they all did!

Into the Woods has been out for almost ten years now – I think it’s time we check up on the cast. 

As someone known to love musicals, I’ll be among the first to check out where the stars are now. I loved watching Mamma Mia!, and I will gladly tune into anything Amanda Seyfried makes. I may have mixed feelings about the Les Misérables cast, but they are all incredibly talented in many ways. And, of course, I could go on for hours about how much I love the West Side Story cast, too – because they are all so amazing. 

However, one musical cast that I still need to talk about is the Into the Woods ensemble. This was such a huge deal back in 2014 because the line-up of stars that were included in this movie was terrific. Actresses like Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Anna Kendrick led the talent, as did actors like Chris Pine and Billy Magnusson. 

Now, almost ten years later, let’s look at the Into the Woods cast and what they’re up to now. 

Meryl Streep (The Witch)

First up on this list has to be Meryl Streep, who played The Witch in Into the Woods. What can I say about her that hasn’t already been said? The actress is a visionary, an icon in every sense of the word. Honestly, she’s a Hollywood it-girl, and she continues to be. 

Since Into the Woods came out, Streep has appeared in various movies, from dramas to comedies. Some of her best-known hits include The Post, Florence Foster Jenkins, The Laundromat, and Little Women. She was also a part of the Don’t Look Up cast, and she appeared in other films such as the Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, and Let Them All Talk. 

Streep also stepped into the world of television for a bit. Not only did she have a primary role that garnered critical acclaim in the second season of Big Little Lies, but she also had an important role in Season 3 of Only Murders in the Building. She was also a part of the Extrapolations cast. 

When writing this in November 2023, Streep has nothing set up for the future, but come on – it’s Meryl Streep. I’m sure it won’t be long before we see her again in some role that will blow us away. 

Emily Blunt (The Baker’s Wife)

Emily Blunt portrayed the Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods, the first time I witnessed Blunt’s musical talents. Since then, she has genuinely exploded in Hollywood, even more so than before, appearing in a variety of films that have showcased her acting prowess. 

Just in 2023, she was a part of the Oppenheimer cast, a role that earned her plenty of acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Along with that, she’s had starring roles in movies such as Sicario, The Girl on the Train, The Huntsman: Winter’s War, A Quiet Place and its sequel (which were directed by her husband, John Krasinski), Mary Poppins Returns, Sherlock Gnomes, Pain Hustlers and more. She also appeared alongside Dwayne Johnson in Jungle Cruise. 

Blunt hasn’t done much in television besides a starring role in The English, but truthfully, when someone is that busy with film, I can push that aside. She also has some great stuff set up for her, including her role in The Fall Guy cast and her part in the upcoming film IF. 

James Corden (The Baker)

James Corden has undoubtedly blown up since the release of Into the Woods. Corden is primarily known for his late-night talk show, The Late Late Show with James Corden, but he’s also appeared in various films. 

These include Trolls and Trolls World Tour, The Emoji Movie, Ocean’s 8, Kill Your Friends, The Prom, Cinderella, Cats, and more. He has also hosted the Tony Awards several times, and his series, Carpool Karaoke: The Series, which is a spinoff from a popular segment on his talk show. He will be in a new movie called Animals United 2: The Chilldown. 

Anna Kendrick (Cinderella)

While I already knew who Anna Kendrick was from her time in Pitch Perfect (a film I have watched time and time again), she had an excellent voice for Cinderella in Into the Woods. Since then, Kendrick has starred in a lot of film and TV. 

With films, Kendrick has appeared in both Pitch Perfect 2 and Pitch Perfect 3, as well as movies like Mr. Right, Digging for Fire, The Accountant, Table 19, A Simple Favour, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates, Alice, Darling, Woman of the Hour and more. She has also played one of the lead roles in all three Trolls movies.

She has appeared on television as well. She had a leading role on one of the best Max original shows, Love Life, and she had a voice role in Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, reprising her role from the hilarious Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. 

Kendrick is set to appear in a new film called Unsound. 

Chris Pine (Cinderella’s Prince)

Chris Pine played Cinderella’s Prince in Into the Woods, and I still think about “Agony” today. Since then, he has had an incredible career over the past ten years. He continued appearing in Star Trek films, and he had a role in Wonder Woman and Wonder Woman: 1984. 

Aside from that, Pine appeared in films such as Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, High or Hell Water, A Wrinkle In Time, The Contractor, and more. He also held a starring role in the underrated Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, and he played the villain in Disney's Wish. 

Pine also appeared in four episodes of Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later and six episodes of I Am The Night. Coming up, he’ll be in a new movie called Newsflash and should appear in the next Star Trek film, which has been unnamed so far. 

Johnny Depp (Big Bad Wolf)

Johnny Depp portrayed the Big Bad Wolf in Into the Woods, and he was the perfect choice because his vocal range is impressive. Depp has appeared in various movies since the film, including Alice Through the Looking Glass, Murder on the Orient Express, Mortdecai, Black Mass, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, and the Fantastic Beasts movies. 

Depp had a career hold during the trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard, which was very publicized, and already has a Netflix docu-series about it. But he returned with a new film in 2023 called Jeanne du Barry in France. He also had a prominent voice role in the Puffins miniseries. He doesn’t have anything set up yet, but I feel it won’t be long before we see him again. 

Lilla Crawford (Red Riding Hood)

You can’t have the Big Bad Wolf without Red Riding Hood, and Lila Crawford was undoubtedly the person to play her. Famous for taking on the role of Annie on Broadway before Into the Woods, Crawford played the character perfectly and delivered an expert performance. 

Since Into the Woods, she has appeared in two movies, Little Miss Perfect and Sunny Day. But the actress has found much more success in television. Her most significant role thus far has been a recurring part on Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin on Max, but she’s also appeared in shows such as Blue Bloods, The Who Was? Show, and Raven’s Home. She is set to appear in a new TV movie called Fairy Tale Forest. 

Daniel Huttlestone (Jack)

Daniel Huttlestone was another young child actor who got his start on Broadway before Into the Woods, where he played Jack. He portrayed Gavroche in Les Misérables just the year before, and then his role as Jack in Into the Woods further showed his musical talent. 

However, Huttlestone only appeared in a few other films after Into the Woods, including Friday Download, London Town, and The Lost City of Z. Other than that, we haven’t heard much from him in some time.  

Billy Magnussen (Rapunzel’s Prince)

Billy Magnussen was Rapunzel's Prince in Into the Woods, and he did very well after Into the Woods. With films, Magnussen has appeared in several, including Bridge of Spies, Aladdin, No Time To Die, Spy Kids: Armageddon, The Survivor, Game Night, The Many Saints of Newark, The Meddler, Ingrid Goes West, and many more. 

He has also appeared in several TV shows, including The People vs. O.J. Simpson, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, The Bold Type, Maniac, Tell Me A Story, and Made For Love. Coming up, he’ll be in the new Lilo and Stitch movie, a new series called The Franchise, and another film titled Lift. 

Mackenzie Mauzy (Rapunzel)

Mackenzie Mauzy played Rapunzel in Into the Woods, and since then, she hasn’t done much in film but has appeared in several TV shows. These include Forever, The Good Fight, Gone, and NCIS: New Orleans. Mauzy also appeared in the TV films Girls Night Out and Manson’s Lost Girls. 

Tracey Ullman (Jack’s Mother)

Tracey Ullman portrayed Jack’s Mother in Into the Woods, and she’s appeared in two films since, The Prom and Onward. Ullman has mainly stuck to television, especially with her starring role in The Tracey Ullman Show, but she’s also appeared in series such as Howards End, Mrs. America, and Curb Your Enthusiasm. Next up, she’ll be in a new movie called The Actor and a TV show called Never Let Me Go. 

Christine Baranski (Cinderella’s Stepmother)

Last, but not least, we have Christine Baranski, who played Cinderella’s Stepmother in Into the Woods and made me never look at heels the same again. Since this film, she has appeared in movies such as Yellowbird, Trolls, A Bad Moms Christmas, Christmas on the Square, and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, among others. 

Baranski also starred in The Good Fight from 2017 to 2022, and she held a primary role as part of The Gilded Age cast, among several voice roles. She is still co-starring in The Gilded Age during its second season. 

So many stars were a part of the Into the Woods cast, and now I have a million reasons to go and rewatch their movies again. I think it’s time for another Pitch Perfect rewatch; how about you? 

After eight years working within the late-night TV space, James Corden signed off from The Late Late Show for the final time this past April as part of the 2023 TV schedule. And he did so in tremendous fashion, as he enlisted buddy Tom Cruise for one final stunt and had Adele pop in for Carpool Karaoke. CBS subsequently announced the replacement for Corden’s show – @Midnight, a former Comedy Central production. All the while, some may have been wondering what the British presenter’s next career move might be. Well, he found it, as it’s been confirmed that the star landed a radio gig. Now, we can add him to the list of former talk show hosts who found intriguing jobs after their time on the small screen was done.

What Does James Corden Have Planned?

SiriusXM announced in a press release this week that it’s teaming up with the Into the Woods alum for a new program. The show is called This Life of Mine with James Corden and will see the eponymous host chat with major stars, who will discuss the key aspects of their lives. The overall goal of the series is to shed light on different facets of the entertainment industry’s most notable talents. The broadcasting company’s president and COO, Scott Greenstein expressed his excitement over collaborating with Corden, calling him “an incredible talent.” The star also shared some positive sentiments about launching the production: 

This is a major professional step for the 45-year-old London native. He previously explained that he felt it was time to say goodbye to The Late Late Show because he wanted to spend more time with his family across the pond. While the regional logistics for the series weren’t specified, one would think it’ll be recorded in the UK. What we know for sure is that the company is aiming to launch it in early 2024. A radio show feels like a unique gig for the Cinderella alum, but he’s far from the first late-night vet to stick with interviewing after leaving a program. 

Jay Leno, David Letterman And More Found A Variety Of Ways To Keep Working After Ending Their Talk Show Stints

Contrary to popular belief, there is life after late-night TV. Since exiting The Tonight Show in 2014, Jay Leno – who’s said he doesn’t miss having the show – has done a lot. The veteran comic has continued to tour and participate in stand-up engagements. He’s also filled his time with speaking engagements and a few commercials. On top of all that, he had a CNBC show called Jay Leno’s Garage, which was canceled after seven seasons in 2022. 

David Letterman has mostly been leading a chill life in the years since he stepped down from his post at The Late Show in 2015. He has, however, made a few surprise appearances at comedy shows and more. And in 2018, Letterman returned to TV with the now-acclaimed series My Next Guest Needs No Introduction (which is available to Netflix subscribers). And even before ending Conan in 2021, the titular Conan O’Brien started a weekly podcast titled Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend. And of course, one has to mention the fact that Craig Ferguson, James Corden’s predecessor, has hosted game shows like Celebrity Name Game and The Hustler and written books since leaving the desk.

So James Corden is in good company when it comes to former late-night stars who’ve had second chapters. I’m interested in seeing just how his radio show pans out and hearing the Hollywood stories that are unearthed because of it. 

It's been months since James Corden appeared on his final taping of the Late Late Show, which he hosted for eight years. He took over the CBS talk show from Craig Ferguson in 2015 and throughout his run, established himself as a familiar face in the late-night TV sphere. However, when he was offered the gig, at least one person told him not to take it -- Ben Winston, who eventually became an executive producer on the program. Now, Winston is revealing why he initially had misgivings about Corden taking the job.

Ben Winston was asked about the eponymous host's tenure at The Late Late Show with James Corden during the Edinburgh TV Festival. He has a producing partnership with the former host, and apparently was a sounding board for Corden when he was first offered the CBS hosting gig in America. Winston revealed that he initially thought the show was a step down for his colleague, who was already having a successful acting career at the time. He said (via Deadline): 

He turned out to be wrong, as the Cats star was a natural fit for the hosting gig. He introduced a more panel-like format to his show, which emulated British TV formats. He also used his theatrical background as a strength, introducing sketches that let his musical talents shine. Segments like "Drop the Mic" and "Crosswalk Musical" were some of his most successful sketches and felt very unique to Corden's tastes. As for how how himself was ultimately convinced of the offer, Ben Winston said: 

James Corden's decision to take the talk show gig opened up additional opportunities for him in the U.S. The Carpool Karaoke segment ended up being such a massive hit that it took on a life of its own. It was developed into its own show for Apple TV+ called Carpool Karaoke: The Series, and both Ben Winston and Corden both are producers on the production. Corden also took acting gigs in movies like The Prom and Cinderella during his tenure, proving he could still pursue his acting career outside of his hosting duties.

His departure ultimately marked the end for The Late Late Show overall, as CBS decided to cancel the talk show instead of replacing him. It was eventually announced that the game show, @midnight, would be the successor to the talk show, following The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in the network time slot. The Into the Woods star cited the desire to pursue other creative endeavors and returning to London as reasons for leaving Late Late. On that note, Ben Winston seemed to indicate that he also has a desire to work with his collaborator again in the future. We’ll have to wait and see how the actor and host evolves as a creative in the years following his talk show stint. What seems clear right now, though, is that he made the right move in choosing to take up the gig in the first place.

Fans of The Late Late Show can revisit James Corden’s run as host by streaming the program with a Paramount+ subscription. He remains, with Ben Winston, as producer on Carpool Karaoke: The Series, which you can also check out using an Apple TV+ subscription. 

Many fans of late night talk shows were quite surprised about a year ago, when James Corden announced he would leave The Late Late Show in the early days of the 2023 TV schedule. His decision to extend his contract for just one more year means that viewers who adored watching him enjoy lots of tuneful time with a number of soulful singers on his much-talked-about “Carpool Karaoke” segments got the last of such excursions (in his final, Tom Cruise and Adele-filled episode overall) just a few days ago, on April 28. While Corden had previously said he was retiring to move ‘home’ and try new things, it’s now been revealed that the show was actually losing millions of dollars for CBS.

How Much Money Was The Late Late Show With James Corden Losing?

If you’ve been paying attention to even the smallest bit of the business of television over the past several years, you probably already know that streaming has changed things for broadcast networks in a major way. While it was already difficult to get a show on the air and keep enough eyeballs on it for it to last a long time and make good money, that’s now harder than ever. It was last December that the Cats star talked about wanting to move his family back to his hometown of London, but a new report from Los Angeles Magazine says that there was actually a bit more going on behind the scenes.

Apparently, sources who were privy to information about The Late Late Show with James Corden claim that the talk show cost between $60 million to $65 million to make every year, but was only bringing in less than $45 million yearly. According to one executive who was close to the situation:

It’s thought that if host had stayed on longer, it only would have been possible if he’d taken a massive, “multimillion-dollar pay cut,” laid off lots of staff, or both, and there’s also some thought that the show might have been heading toward cancellation anyway, with or without him.

Though the formerly banned restaurant patron noted back in May 2022 that he simply wanted “to go out on top,” and see what might be next for his career without “the safety” of his late night show, it’s also true that ratings for the program were no longer what they once were. This is accurate across the board, even with the triumvirate of shows that air an hour earlier than Corden’s did, as Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Fallon’s beloved shows only hit 5 million viewers total, when Johnny Carson in his pre-internet/pre-cable heyday could net 10 million sets of eyeballs all by his lonesome. 

Corden’s viewership had gone down to 700,000 to 800,000 nightly viewers, from the roughly 1.6 million he saw during his 2015 debut as host. It was also down below 200,000 viewers in the most coveted 25 to 54-year-old demographic most prized by both advertisers and the publicists who send their famous clients out on late night talk show rounds.

Of course, none of these less-than-sterling numbers indicate that Corden wasn’t being truthful about wanting to be with his folks in London or wanting to know what was next for his career, but it certainly could have hastened his decision to get out while the getting was still somewhat good.

When you’re someone like Tom Cruise, it isn’t a question of whether you can make a scene, but rather what you do to make it extreme and great. Through his appearances on The Late Late Show with James Corden, the 2023 TV schedule has even gotten a taste of those antics, and Corden’s last show was no exception. While the mission at hand was for Cruise to tackle a musical, his big entrance came through something the Mission: Impossible actor is more comfortable with: skydiving.

In a segment from the final episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, we saw Cruise doing what he does best - death-defying stunts. Hanging off of an open airplane, the man let go and began his freefall, with goggles and a cell phone ready to watch a pre-recorded message from James Corden. Keep in mind, Tom Cruise is watching this video while he’s skydiving, because, of course, he would. 

Stunts have been as much a part of history with Corden and the action star as they have been with his own films. Tom Cruise’s previous appearance on The Late Late Show saw the pair flying through some Top Gun: Maverick-inspired stunts. While Cruise got to have his slice of action cake in this final pairing, James Corden eventually won out as the segment turned into the two taking part in a production of The Lion King, with Tom Cruise as the beloved warthog Pumbaa.

This was only part of the festivities from last night’s grand finale to The Late Late Show as Harry Styles and Will Ferrell appeared as Croden's final guests. However, the entire last week of this show was a blast! As if the skydiving/musical stunts weren’t enough, Adele was the final Carpool Karaoke guest on the CBS late-night fixture. Overall, emotions ran high, and James Corden held court with his usual blend of humor, heart, and shenanigans. 

With his show now ended, even with Corden being offered millions not to walk away, The Late Late Show with James Corden can now take its place in late-night history. Getting one last chance to play around with Tom Cruise, and not having to partake in the actual stunt portion of the episode, feels like a fitting end. 

While Tom Cruise accepted a sillier mission than normal for Corden, he'll be back to his usual action business this summer. Audiences can see this born daredevil next in his natural habitat, driving motorcycles off of cliffs and standing atop speeding trains, in Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One. The film will now open two days earlier than previously slated on the schedule of 2023 new movie releases, arriving in theaters on July 12. And just because The Late Late Show with James Corden has ended doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! You can check out previous episodes through either CBS’s official website or with a Paramount+ subscription. 

April 27 marked James Corden’s final appearance on The Late Late Show, but before he bid farewell in his post-midnight timeslot, the talk show treated primetime viewers to one last hurrah with two of the show’s dearest friends, Tom Cruise and Adele. The Last Last Late Late Night Show with James Corden Carpool Karaoke Special (gasps for breath) featured one final stunt for the Top Gun star — on Corden’s turf this time — before the “Easy on Me” crooner drove the host to work in a tearful last edition of “Carpool Karaoke.” What a way to close the chapter on eight years! Let’s take a look: 

James Corden And Tom Cruise Appear In The Lion King 

Tom Cruise has made James Corden his wingman, literally, in some wild stunts previously on The Late Late Show. The two have jumped out of a plane together, and Corden was absolutely terrified by the Top Gun-inspired dips and turns he experienced courtesy of Cruise piloting a fighter jet. There may have been a little payback involved, as the late-night host summoned the Jerry Maguire star for one final stunt before he bid the late night space adieu. 

When James Corden informed his friend they’d be performing live on stage in The Lion King, Tom Cruise flat out rejected the idea. A bunch of silliness ensued, as Corden put Cruise through some theater exercises, but then the curtain rose, and the extended version on YouTube shows that they appeared in the opening number as the front and back of a rhinoceros, before adorning their costumes as Timon and Pumbaa: 

What a sight that is to see Tom Cruise as the jovial warthog! Maybe it’s James Corden’s animated nature, or his regretful role in the disaster that was Cats, but I totally buy him as Timon. The Mission: Impossible star, however, belting out “Hakuna Matata” was quite unexpected. Check out the full segment below: 

Adele Reveals Her Song ‘I Drink Wine’ Is About James Corden In Tearful Carpool Karaoke 

James Corden has made some amazing memories with the celebrities in the passenger’s seat during his “Carpool Karaoke” segments over the years, including texting Leonardo DiCaprio from JLo’s phone, picking up George Clooney and Julia Roberts in order to use the HOV lane, and taking a trip down memory lane with Paul McCartney. But perhaps the most emotional moment of Corden’s “Carpool Karaoke” career came after Adele surprised the late-night host to drive him to work on his final week. 

After a couple of tunes, including “Rolling in the Deep,” things got a little teary, when James Corden saw “I Drink Wine” on the list. Adele mentioned how Corden and his family had always been there for her, and she, in turn, had seen him go through some tough times. After an hourslong conversation about his struggles, Adele said she wrote the song, and Corden recalled being in awe of the way she captured his emotions. He said:

The two went on to sing “I Drink Wine,” with James Corden having to stop for a minute when he seemingly became overwhelmed with emotion. You can see the final “Carpool Karaoke” in its entirety below: 

James Corden has a deeply personal reason for why it’s time to say goodbye to The Late Late Show. He said previously that he wants his kids to grow up in London and have a close relationship with their grandparents there. It’s about time they can’t get back, and no amount of money can buy that. Corden is reportedly leaving $50 million on the table in choosing not to return. As we wait to see who might replace Corden on The Late Late Show, check out our 2023 TV schedule to see what premieres are coming soon. 

From generally shrinking viewerships to changes in network decisions to behind-the-scenes personal issues, recent years haven’t been the easiest for TV talk show hosts on the whole. But despite having as much job security as one could hope for, James Corden is officially saying farewell to his long-standing position as host of CBS’ The Late Late Show, with his last episode airing on April 27. That decision wasn’t spurred on by fears of being fired or financial disagreements, though, but for reasons closer to his heart that no amount of money could be an effective substitute for.

James Corden appeared on The Howard Stern Show this week to talk about his big late night exit, as well as reliving tons of memories from the last eight years or so of rocking out in “Carpool Karaokes” and more. When Howard Stern asked the UK comedian about turning down a reported $50 million to continue on as the Late Late Show’s viral video-spawning host, he said on the whole, there were myriad reasons that went into the choice to step down, but they all boiled down to “time” and “family.” Here’s how he put it:

James Corden has spoken in the past about why he’s leaving late night, and possibly much of U.S. entertainment, while also addressing the idea that it’s an appealing idea to go out “on top” after having achieved so much, and without just spinning the wheels unnecessarily. Saying goodbye has always been about returning to the UK and soaking in as much time as possible with all the family members he can. 

Even with a potential $50 million on the line, the emotional need to follow through with the decision couldn’t be swayed. Because after all, as he put it, his family has sacrificed a lot for his career over the years already. In his words:

James Corden’s time away from the late night spotlight will presumably lessen the reports about his allegedly rude behavior and other incidents. Can’t put a price tag on that, either, one would imagine. 

And  hey, at least he’s retiring from the talk show scene before Andy Cohen did it first and claimed Corden ripped him off, amirite? Be sure to check out his final Late Late Show episode ever when it hits CBS at 12:35 p.m. ET.

When I first learned that The Late Late Show with James Corden was coming to an end because Corden was stepping down as host of CBS’ talk show after nearly a decade on the job, I knew the announcement would be met with some differing reactions from the public. However, all that went through my mind was the question of whom the English Emmy and Tony Award winner would be passing the torch to when he officially leaves in the spring of 2023.

Later, I heard from Variety that CBS was considering abandoning the single-host format and replacing the actor with a whole panel. I will certainly keep that exciting idea in mind as I present a few people I think would make for a great new Late Late Show host (or hosts, perhaps).

Neil Patrick Harris

Like James Corden, Neil Patrick Harris has won multiple Emmy Awards and a Tony Award and has hosted a few award ceremonies to great acclaim, including the Oscars in 2015. Of course, that information just barely scratches the surface as to why the multi-talented and effortlessly charming former How I Met Your Mother cast member would kick serious butt as the new face of The Late Late Show.

Tig Notaro

Acclaimed stand-up comedian and Army of the Dead cast member Tig Notaro once hosted an online talk show called Under a Rock, which sheds light on her inability to immediately recognize celebrities by challenging her to guess the name of her guest in each episode. I think the experience might have served as great preparation for her to take on a job like hosting The Late Late Show, which would also give her the opportunity to become a little more in tune with pop culture.

Samantha Bee

Someone with experience hosting a late night show and whose own Emmy-winning program was recently and suddenly cancelled after seven seasons on TBS is Samantha Bee. I believe the Full Frontal host deserves to be given another chance to have her bold, unfiltered voice heard as the headliner of another show and I like the idea of her following her fellow former Daily Show correspondent — Late Show host Stephen Colbert — every night.

Nish Kumar

A comedian known for hosting the United Kingdom’s own equivalent to The Daily Show, The Mash Report, from 2017 to 2020 is Nish Kumar, who is severely underrated and underexposed in the United States. Because James Corden was also not very widely known to American audiences before taking over as host of The Late Late Show, maybe the gig could help the British-Indian comic — who already deserves another show, in my opinion — achieve greater status here.

Richard Ayoade

Another supremely talented British comedian I thought of to replace Corden (and I promise the amount of fellow U.K. natives on this list was purely coincidental) is Richard Ayoade, whom most probably recognize as Maurice Moss on one of the funniest British comedies on Netflix, The I.T. Crowd. He has brought his signature, subversive wit to various hosting gigs over the years — i.e. his Oscars Slap joke at 2022’s British Academy Television Award — and I believe it deserves a more stable home for American audiences to bear witness to on a nightly basis.

Matt Berry

Ya know, if The Late Late Show does become a panel talk show, I think it would be a great opportunity for Ayoade to reunite with fellow The I.T. Crowd star Matt Berry as co-hosts. Yet, that being said, the star of FX’s series adaptation of What We Do in the Shadows (and Toast of London, to name just a few) — with his velvety, booming voice and impeccable comedic talent — would be a more-than-perfect choice on his own, too.

Keegan-Michael Key

Ever since he and Jordan Peele brought their beloved, eponymous sketch comedy series to a close in 2015, Keegan-Michael Key has been busy doing a bunch of stuff, from poking fun at musicals with Cecily Strong on Apple TV+’s Schmigadoon! or doing the same with Hollywood’s obsession with reboots in the Reboot cast for Hulu. The Emmy winner has also tried his hand at hosting the likes of game shows, awards ceremonies, and even daytime TV (with a guest host gig on Live with Kelly and Ryan), but not late night, which I think he would be a fantastic candidate for. 

Tiffany Haddish

Tiffany Haddish has also been a guest-host on Live with Kelly and Ryan, as well as Ellen, in addition to hosting TBS’ movie presentation lead-in talk show, Friday Night Vibes, for 13 episodes and winning an Emmy for hosting Saturday Night Live in 2018. Let alone the fact that she is one of her generation’s most renowned comedians and versatile talents, she certainly has the right experience to show that she is ready to take on a gig like hosting The Late Late Show.

Aziz Ansari

Since he and the rest of the Parks and Rec cast had their final curtain call, Aziz Ansari has been up to a lot of different things — such as creating and starring on the Emmy-winning Netflix comedy, Master of None, and working on his feature-length directorial debut, Being Mortal — but “host” is not a title he has added to his resume since the 2010 MTV Movie Awards. I think we should change that, because The Late Late Show could use someone with the unique, comedic perspective that he has shown in some great stand-up specials over the years.

Billy Porter

I am not sure if there is anything that Billy Porter cannot do, based on his Emmy Award win for his starring role as Pray Tell on Pose, multiple Tony Award wins, and reputation for consistently employing the most entertaining presence in whatever project he is involved with — such as in Amazon Prime’s Cinderella cast, for instance. Therefore, even if he was not brought on as the sole host of The Late Late Show, his lively, infectious, flamboyant personality would easily make him the most memorable member of the panel.

Craig Ferguson

Do you remember when Conan O’Brien took over The Tonight Show for an astoundingly brief seven months and people got pissed when the person he replaced, Jay Leno, came back to host it afterward? I think that if Craig Ferguson — the person James Corden replaced — were to come back to The Late Late Show, it would have the opposite effect, because the Scotsman remains, in the eyes of many, the most beloved host in the show’s history.

Especially if the multi-host format becomes a reality, the possibilities of who could take The Late Late Show to new heights in its next era are endless.

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has had a long and wildly successful career as both an actress and entrepreneur. After coming up in the ‘90s and winning an Academy Award, she eventually started her own company Goop. And while recently appearing on a late night talk show, Paltrow joked about cocaine and going home with “some rando” while being famous during that somewhat infamous decade of time.

Gwyneth Paltrow rose to prominence thanks to her role in projects like Seven, Emma, and Sliding Doors, prior to winning an Oscar for her performance in Shakespeare in Love. During that time she also famously dated other celebrities like Brad Pitt and Ben Affleck. Paltrow recently appeared in The Late Late Show with James Corden (which is ending its run on TV soon), where she was asked what it was like being famous before cell phones became commonplace. She responded hilariously saying:

Talk about honesty. While joking about drug use and hook ups, Gwyneth Paltrow definitely had a point. Namely that it was easier to be famous back in the ‘90s, and that celebrities could still operate with some level of anonymity. Unfortunately, that’s definitely not the case nowadays. Instead she’s an extremely public figure who recently bore it all for a photoshoot as she turned 50. 

Gwyneth Paltrow’s comments to James Corden are sure to go viral, thanks to her jokes about doing cocaine and “going home with some rando” at the height of her ‘90s fame. As she stepped largely away from acting in recent years, fans have been able to get to know more about Paltrow as a person– especially thanks to her Netflix series The Goop Lab. You can watch Paltrow’s recent appearance on The Late Late Show below:

As you can see, Gwyneth Paltrow appeared alongside fellow Oscar winner Hillary Swank, who is currently pregnant with twins. The two swapped stories about motherhood and pregnancy, before James Corden asked about their experience being famous in the 1990s. While now Paltrow is a mother and entrepreneur, it sounds like she got to sew some wild oats in her heyday, as we all should. 

Of course, many of Gwneth Paltrow’s fans are hoping she eventually puts her focus back on acting. While she’s appeared in Netflix’s The Politician and as Pepper Potts in the MCU, she’s largely been focusing on Goop and parenting. But who knows? Maybe she’ll find the right project to reignite her passion for acting. Only time will tell.

Gwyneth Paltrow doesn’t currently have any upcoming film or TV projects lined up, but she does have a brief voice role in She Said. Be sure to check out the 2023 movie release dates to plan your next movie experience. Just don’t expect to see her suit back up as Pepper Potts anytime soon. 

Brendan Fraser is the talk of Hollywood right now. His role in Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale has already earned him a Golden Globe nomination and he’s expected to be in the Oscar hunt as well. But the role almost belonged to a very different actor as it seems that James Cordon was set to play the lead in a different version of the movie. 

It’s far from uncommon for film scripts to go through many different hands on their way to the screen. Before Darren Aronofsky was set to direct The Whale, the project was in the hands of A Single Man and Nocturnal Animals director Tom Ford. According to Deadline, Ford didn’t have the level of control over the film that he wanted, and so he left, but if Ford had remained, The Whale would have starred the host of The Late, Late Show. The host and actor revealed… 

Needless to say, The Whale would have been a very different sort of role for James Corden. Corden is almost exclusively a comedian and his film roles have fallen in line with that persona. He plays lighthearted and humorous characters, even in films that are not straight comedies. 

Of course, Corden would be far from the first comedian to pick up a serious dramatic role that could have potentially changed the way audiences viewed him. We’ve seen actors known for comedy pick up Oscars when they shifted into serious drama and really impressed people with their ability to pull it off. Perhaps Corden was looking at The Whale as his way to do that. If so, we may see Corden in a serious dramatic role at some point in the future when the right part comes along for him.

There was also another notable director in between Ford and Aronofsky. Apparently George Clooney had expressed some interest in directing The Whale. The most interesting thing about that is that one of Clooney’s apparent requirements was that he wanted to cast an actual 600-lb unknown actor in the lead role. This reportedly was too difficult to accomplish, but it’s remarkable because the fact that this version of The Whale did not do that has been one of the major criticisms laid against it.

Maybe James Corden’s version of The Whale would have been great, perhaps it would have been better than the version we got. It’s one of those questions that we’ll never really have an answer for. However, Brendan Fraser is being praised for the performance he gave nearly universally, and he is almost certainly one person who is happy the role ultimately came his way. 

Aside from his New Year’s Eve program with Anderson Cooper, Andy Cohen is still the host of Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live. The talk show, which has been airing since 2009, is definitely a different format for a late night talk show, as it doesn’t have the usual desk and chairs, but rather, a bar. Cohen recently opened up about that particular set piece being ripped off by James Corden, another fellow late night talk show host.

Ahead of his annual NYE shindig, which was rather a sober one compared past years, Andy Cohen was a guest on the iHeart podcast, Table for Two. The Real Housewives EP spoke to host and friend Bruce Bozzi about being a talk show host and how he switched up the narrative for the format of late-night TV. Cohen made the argument that WWHL was the first on a very specific piece and feels like James Corden ripped him off:

Both WWHL and The Late Late Show have done some things that aren’t necessarily traditional on late night talk shows, bringing a whole new meaning to the genre. Luckily, it doesn’t sound like there are any hard feelings for Andy Cohen. He was just pointing out what had happened, and this demonstrates the impact his show has made.

Since Watch What Happens Live has been on for so long, other shows were bound to take an idea or two from it. Andy Cohen is letting bygones be bygones, and for all he cares, he’s just happy that the show is still kicking:

It should be interesting to see whether or not James Corden responds to Andy Cohen’s statement and what he has to say. Obviously it’s not a coincidence that Corden just so happened to get a bar on his set after WWHL, so it’s likely he was simply inspired by the idea. But whether he comments on it is hard to predict, especially since he'll be leaving his own talk show very soon.

During the initial COVID lockdown way back in 2020, Andy Cohen was uncertain what the future of Watch What Happens Live would look like, revealing his COVID diagnosis and admitting he would try to push through to do episodes from home. Luckily, that bump in the road hasn’t stopped him, as the non-traditional talk show is still doing well.

Now that it is 2023, maybe Andy Cohen can do some different things for WWHL to spruce it up a little, make it fresh and see if anyone rips that idea off. You never know what could happen on live television, and his show is the perfect place for surprises. Maybe even James Corden can be a guest, and the two can hash out their feelings in person. Again, it doesn’t sound like there are any hard feelings, but it would be intriguing to see Cohen confront Corden, even if it’s all in good fun.

Check out CinemaBlend’s 2023 TV schedule to see what to look forward to this year.

It’s hard to imagine The Lord of the Rings movies with any of the alternate casting that almost took hold, like how Stuart Townsend originally had the role of Aragorn before Viggo Mortensen stepped in. However, some concepts might have worked out in the long run, despite the entire lineup being stellar. 

The most recent case to that point comes from The Late Late Show host James Corden, who admits he auditioned for Peter Jackson’s trilogy, and was up for the role of Samwise. The more I think about this, the more it could have actually been perfect. This is with all due respect to Sean Astin, who played the role of Samwise Gamgee in the stellar The Lord of the Rings cast. 

Best friend and supportive rock to Elijah Wood’s Frodo, the character is the sort of person you’d want to have around on both your brightest and darkest days. And as James Corden told Josh Horowitz over at Happy Sad Confused, not only did he audition for that very part, he seemed to get pretty far into consideration: 

At the time that these auditions took place, the James Corden we all know today didn’t exist. This opportunity was long before he’d hosted an episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, and it even predates one of his earliest successes as a member of the cast to the hit play The History Boys. 

So to have a young and fresh Corden playing the ever optimistic Sam could have been a special, star-making turn. Provided the actor could stand firm against Peter Jackson’s occasionally stoic but cutting criticisms, his variant of the role would have been the ultimate innocent in a time of great battle and sorrow. However, Sean Astin would win the role after all of the casting hoopla that almost saw other wild casting scenarios, like Sean Connery as Gandalf, come to life. 

While it was a long dormant brand at the time of its production, The Lord of the Rings was still a pretty hot property to be on the desk over at New Line Cinema. At that time, casting was key, and as we can see in the finished product, the casting choices were more than validated. 

History could have turned out way differently had James Corden landed this historic role. Then again, if The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power cast needs a Tom Bombadil in the future, Corden would definitely fit that bill to a tee. Even the actor’s detractors would have to agree, as much like the man himself, Mr. Bombadil is an upbeat character you either love or loathe. It's as if the universe has provided James Corden with another Hobbit sized door to walk through, provided that character factors into the new prequel series' plans.

Fans should prepare themselves, as The Late Late Show with James Corden ends in spring 2023. Though if you’re more into the Lord of the Rings side of this story, all you need return to Middle-Earth is a Prime Video subscription. Not only is the first season of Rings of Power available, but so are the complete Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies, at the time of this writing. 

This spring, The Late Late Show With James Corden will cease to be on the 2023 TV schedule following the host’s decision to end his late night show. James Corden announced he’d be leaving The Late Late Show in April, and as his time on the show comes closer to ending, the television host has spoken more to his decision behind pulling the plug. 

While guesting on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, James Corden shared an honest and personal reason why he has decided to call it quits on The Late Late Show. In his words: 

While speaking to fellow late night host, James Corden said he’ll be trying hard to ”not be crying the entire hour” as his final days draw nearer. He also explained that his decision to exit has less to do with a lack of passion for the CBS gig, and more to do with doing right by his family, in terms of his three children and their grandparents. 

James Corden is married to television producer Julia Carey, who said “I do” back in 2012. They share an 11-year-old son named Max and two daughters, 8-year-old Carey and 5-year-old Charlotte. Corden has been on air with The Late Late Show since 2015, producing over a thousand episodes and having a ton of big guests. 

Corden previously shared that he felt the show had “done everything we wanted to do” as well. From creating Carpool Karaoke to Crosswalk the Musical or even doing some insane stunts with Tom Cruise for projects like Top Gun, Corden has certainly accomplished a lot across the eight years he’s given to late night television so far. 

The late night host has also seen his share of controversies, including him getting blasted a few months ago for poor restaurant behavior categorized as “abusive.” Word on the street that James Corden might be rude behind the scenes was also recently boosted further by the Spice Girls' Mel B, who called him one of the “biggest dickhead[s]” she’d ever met.

For the moment, we don’t know who will go on to replace James Corden once his stint on The Late Late Show ends. The landscape is currently in need of two new hosts considering Trevor Noah has exited from The Daily Show, which he announced in fall. We’ll keep you posted here on CinemaBlend as these transitions in late night occur. 

Despite The White Lotus being an Emmy-winning series, its stars are still just as normal as ever and even fangirl from time to time. Haley Lu Richardson, who is part of the Season 2 cast of The White Lotus, recently had one of these moments when she FaceTimed with Nick Jonas, and it was both wholesome and hilarious.

While promoting Season 2 of The White Lotus on The Late Late Show With James Corden, Haley Lu Richardson, who portrays Portia on the HBO anthology series, was taken back in time. Corden brought out a very cute picture of her with the Jonas Brothers at the height of their careers, which was about 15 years ago, and Richardson couldn’t help but share that she was definitely a Nick girl.

Richardson shared how she made Nick Jonas a tie since he was in a tie phase, but security had to take it for fear that it was dangerous. James Corden was then able to get Jonas on a video call, and the way that the actress reacted was so sweet and wholesome and filled with plenty of swearing, check it out:

It’s always sweet seeing stars fangirl and get starstruck over other stars, but it’s even more special when it’s a childhood dream come true. While Haley Lu Richardson was trying to calm herself down, she told Jonas how much he means to her, and I don’t think I have ever wanted to be someone more. Not only that, but Jonas even mentioned how he had just finished watching The White Lotus, so he was a fan of her as well.

If Haley Lu Richardson is able to keep her composure, perhaps she and Nick Jonas can star in a movie together? Or maybe it can be an animated one so they wouldn’t necessarily have to see each other during production, but Richardson can still say she worked with her celebrity crush. Either way, working with Jonas is most likely on her bucket list, but even if it doesn’t happen, video-calling him is a pretty good alternative.

Meanwhile, it’s no surprise to know that The White Lotus was renewed for a third season, as the anthology series has been very successful. Not much is known about the next season, but with it being an anthology, there will be a mostly new cast, meaning that Haley Lu Richardson and co. will probably not be coming back. Though it's still possible we could see them return to the HBO show in the future. Who know, maybe Nick Jonas could be cast in Season 3 of The White Lotus, while it feels like a longshot it's by no means impossible. 

Both seasons of The White Lotus are available to stream now on HBO Max with a subscription. Also, make sure to check out CinemaBlend’s 2023 TV schedule to see what to look forward to in the new year!

Late night talk show host James Corden got called on in October for his rude behavior while dining at the New York restaurant Balthazar, engaging in a back-and-forth narrative with the restaurant’s owner after being banned for his “abusive” behavior. Now The Late Late Show host has been name-dropped again, and this time it’s a Spice Girl who’s got the tea. Mel B called Corden one of the “biggest dickhead[s]” she’d ever met, and she provided a specific explanation as to why.

The former America’s Got Talent judge made an appearance on the British program The Big Narstie Show, where she was asked about the “biggest dickhead” she’d ever met. Mel B seemed OK with admitting her own bad behavior, as she listed off a few names that came to mind: “James Corden, Geri Halliwell, Jessie J and me.” Interesting how she included herself and fellow Spice Girl Halliwell in that list (she called Ginger Spice “really fucking annoying"), and in regards to the Cats actor she said (via The Wrap): 

Mel B’s issues with the late-night host — who announced that he will be leaving The Late Late Show after eight years — seem to revolve around his treatment of crew members, as she called out a handful of specific behind-the-scenes responsibilities on a production. The Spice Girl appeared on James Corden’s talk show in 2016 and 2018, so is it possible she saw some interactions that rubbed her the wrong way?

If true, this supposed "not nice" treatment of a crew does seem like it would line up with what New York restaurateur Keith McNally described, when he called James Corden “a tiny Cretin of a man” and “the most abusive customer to my Balthazar servers since the restaurant opened 25 years ago.” The owner detailed two separate occasions — in June and October — in which the actor reportedly berated his staff, once for hair in or around his food and another time when his wife’s order was prepared wrong twice.

While James Corden did call Keith McNally to apologize, he was then quoted as saying he did nothing wrong. The restaurateur maintained that if Corden apologized to his waitstaff, the actor would be welcomed back to Balthazar to eat for free. He did just that, addressing the situation on The Late Late Show, and though he said he never raised his voice or called anyone names, he did admit that his behavior was rude and unnecessary. 

No word on whether or not the actor has attempted to return to Balthazar, but the men are no longer trading barbs. We’ll have to see if this recent call-out prompts any kind of response from James Corden toward Mel B. For now, fans of The Late Late Show can continue to watch the host at 12:37 a.m. ET on CBS ahead of his exit in the summer of 2023. Also, check out our 2023 TV schedule to see what else is headed to the small screen in the new year.   

James Corden has found himself in the midst of a strange feud over the past week regarding his behavior at a New York restaurant. After being called a “tiny Cretin of a man” by famed restaurateur Keith McNally for two supposed “abusive” incidents at Balthazar, the late night host “apologized profusely,” but later claimed he’d done nothing wrong. McNally banned Corden from the establishment pending an apology to his staff, and that expression of regret did come, but not before the restaurant owner recalled an amusing incident related to the brouhaha that took place on a long flight. 

James Corden Addresses Restaurant Brouhaha On The Late Late Show 

James Corden may be stepping away from The Late Late Show after eight years, but before he “goes out on top,” he used his platform on October 24 to address his behavior during the two incidents at Balthazar. See what he had to say: 

The host’s recollection of events seemed to mostly match up with what Keith McNally said, except that the Cats alum said he never raised his voice. In fact, the media personality said, it was because he didn’t shout or get out of his seat or call anyone names that made him think he hadn’t done anything wrong. However, he said Monday, he realized he was wrong. He admitted to making a “rude” and “unnecessary” comment. He said he was sorry and promised to make an in-person apology the next time he’s in New York, should McNally allow him to do so.

Restaurateur Relays Hilarious James Corden-Related Interaction On Plane

Upon James Corden’s TV apology, Balthazar’s owner said on Instagram that Corden’s ban was officially lifted. But before that, Keith McNally revealed an awkwardly amusing exchange he’d had while flying from New York to London, saying in a separate post that he’d been perplexed at the over-attentiveness of a flight attendant. In McNally’s words:

I can only imagine this elicited some relief, if not a good laugh, from the restaurant owner, who’d apparently spent the past five hours being weirded out by the flight attendant’s hovering. To find out she just wanted to roast the late night host likely explained a lot.

Time will tell whether there will be any additional backtracking on either side of this feud and whether James Corden can continue eating at Balthazar with no further issues for anyone involved. Fans of The Late Late Show can continue to watch the host at 12:37 a.m. ET on CBS ahead of his exit in 2023. Also check out our 2022 TV schedule to see what premieres are coming soon. 

Late night talk show host James Corden has found himself in a pretty bizarre pseudo-feud with New York restaurateur Keith McNally, after allegations were made about Corden being the “most abusive customer” McNally had seen at his establishment Balthazar in 25 years. However, after banning the British comedian from the restaurant, McNally reversed his “86,” when Corden apparently called the restaurant owner and apologized profusely. In a strange twist, The Late Late Show host has also changed course, saying he rescinds his apology because he did nothing wrong.

James Corden, who announced he’s exiting his CBS late night show after eight years, discussed the Balthazar brouhaha during an interview with The New York Times. The host said there was no need for him to apologize, telling the publication: 

The host also pointed out that another customer at the restaurant where he was being interviewed was also complaining about her food, saying this kind of thing happens every day, and it would be “insane” to blast her on social media over it.  

Keith McNally had some strong words for James Corden on Instagram this week, calling him a “tiny Cretin of a man” over two separate incidents that had occurred at Balthazar. The restaurateur first accused the comedian of nasty behavior toward the restaurant manager after finding a hair near his food, and, on a separate occasion, said Corden began “yelling like crazy” after problems with his wife’s order. 

While the Balthazar owner first said he’d “86’d Corden,” he rescinded the ban after he and the Cinderella actor shared a phone conversation. Keith McNally said he believed in second chances, given that he himself had “fucked up” more than most, and it seems like McNally is sticking with the high road. Following Corden’s apology retraction, McNally told TMZ: 

I’m not sure how The Late Late Show host went from being “86’d” to the opportunity for free meals over the course of just a couple of days, but this feud is certainly a strange one. And the way it's going now, I wouldn't suggest any of those young servers prepare themselves for quick and heartfelt apologies. 

James Corden announced in April that he was leaving his talk show, citing his desire to “go out on top” and not overstay his welcome. For now, though, fans can still catch him on The Late Late Show with James Corden, which airs weeknights at 12:37 a.m. ET and can be streamed with a Paramount+ subscription. Check out our 2022 TV schedule to see what premieres are coming soon. 

James Corden found himself on the receiving end of a wave of backlash this week. Restaurateur Keith McNally called out the Late Late Show host on Instagram for allegedly being “abusive” towards servers during multiple visits to his eating establishment. With this, the business owner ultimately decided to ban or “86” Corden from a New York-based eatery that he owns. Now, however, McNally has revealed that Corden reached out to apologize. 

Keith McNally banned James Corden from his Balthazar restaurant on Monday and announced the news on social media. However, less than 24 hours after McNally made his declaration, he returned to Instagram to say that Corden had reached out to him and “apologized profusely.” McNally then gave his take on the apology and reveal whether he and Corden or now on good terms:

This a major change-up from the sentiments Keith McNally shared in his initial Instagram message about the talk show host. In that post, he started by calling the star a “gifted comedian,” before referring to him as “a tiny Cretin of a man.” The restaurant owner also went as far as to say that the Cats alum “the most abusive customer to my Balthazar servers since the restaurant opened 25 years ago.” Additionally, McNally detailed two alleged visits that the actor made to his establishment. The first, which he said occurred in June, purportedly saw the CBS host being “extremely nasty” to the Balthazar manager after making note of a hair in proximity of his food.

Another situation reportedly occurred earlier in October when both James Corden and his wife were visiting the place for a meal. According to Keith McNally, Corden became irritated with the manner in which his wife’s meal was presented. He also claimed that things got even worse when the server brought out a fresh meal for Mrs. Corden: 

Despite all of that, it sounds like everything has been smoothed over at this point. The restauranteur’s more recent post seems to indicate that he understands the value of second chances and cutting someone slack. However, over the years, the Internet hasn’t quite felt the same when it comes to the British TV presenter. 

Twitter has roasted James Corden for a number of reasons during his late-night TV stint. At one time, he was called out over claims that he doesn’t actually drive on Carpool Karaoke. He also faced much criticism in 2021 over his “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts” segment, which was deemed insensitive. There was even a petition to keep Corden from being cast in the Wicked film adaptation that’s currently in production. Despite all of that, Corden still gets steady work and will star in Amazon Prime Video’s Mammals. You can see the trailer down below:

One can only speculate as to whether these kinds of criticisms will continue after the host departs The Late Late Show in 2023. (He attributes his exit to a desire to “go out on top.”) If anything though, Keith McNally will seemingly be rooting for him moving forward.

The Late Late Show with James Corden airs weeknights at 12:37 a.m. ET as part of the 2022 TV schedule. Those who are Paramount+ subscription-holders can also stream episodes on the platform.

Blockbuster season is slowing down and Pumpkin Spice Lattes are being sold, so it must be the final days of summer. As we get ready for the many holiday seasons ahead, James Corden and Jason Momoa said their farewells to summer with an eventful montage that involved the pair getting practically naked for a BBQ and trying out the Tortilla Slap Challenge. Classic, am I right? 

On an episode of The Late Late Show With James Corden this week, the host teamed up with the Aquaman star to do a funny ode to summer. Check it out: 

OK, so a lot just happened. As Corden and Momoa joked in the sketch, they didn’t have much time this summer to have their Momoa-Corden Hot Boy Summer 2022, so they decided to make a montage instead. The three-minute video involves the duo enjoying some mai tais, going fishing, wearing matching Justin Bieber merchandise, doing TikTok dances, crashing their car and having a BBQ gone wrong, all under the clear guise of green screen. 

The moment the pair really went there with their friendship is in one moment where they are practically naked, only appearing to wear matching aprons. Here’s the moment from the video we certainly didn’t expect to appear on our screens: 

When Jason Momoa was on The Late Late Show's couch a week earlier, the pair also got in a bit of a heated discussion about the Aquaman actor saying he has a “dad bod” after having a recent hernia surgery. By the content in their recent video, he kind of knows what he’s talking about seeing as he’s been so close and personal with Momoa. 

In the final moments of the video, Momoa and Corden are also seen engaging in The Tortilla Slap Challenge, which has gone viral on TikTok recently. This involves players filling their mouths with water and then literally slapping each other with tortillas, with the object of the game being not to spit out the water in their mouth. In their attempt at the challenge, neither of them really won. Momoa slapped Corden and he instantly spit out the water, leading Momoa to laugh and spit out the water in his mouth. 

Yes, it’s quite the random video from Corden and Momoa, but it seems like the pair really get along. James Corden is no stranger to doing wild things with his famous guests who are promoting one of his projects. Recently, the host also went with Tom Cruise to fly fighter jets Top Gun-style after previously jumping out of a plane with the actor while he was promoting the last Mission: Impossible movie.  

James Corden is set to leave his late night show in 2023 after taking over The Late Late Show in 2015, so perhaps getting a bit naked with Jason Momoa was on his series bucket list. Jason Momoa’s Apple TV+ series See recently began its third and last season. You can also check out the actor in upcoming movies like Netflix’s Slumberland, hitting Netflix this November 18. Also, mark your calendars for the return of his DC hero in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, now hitting theaters on December 25, 2023. 

Tom Cruise is a huge movie star but today Cruise is known just as much for his desire to be involved in practical stunt work as he is for the movies those stunts are in. You can count on Tom Cruise to do whatever it takes, which is why we love those movies. Because the rest of us would likely never do such things. Unless you’re late night host James Corden, and you end up in jets because Tom Cruise says so.

On the eve of the long awaited release of Top Gun: Maverick Tom Cruise appeared on The Late Late Show with James Corden and took the host on a weekend getaway of sorts. Having jumped out of an airplane with the actor already, Corden was at first perhaps glad to know they’d be staying inside the airplane this time. However, Cruise flew Corden in a pair of fighter jets, pulling off moves that might make you a bit queasy. 

The experience looks equal parts exhilarating and terrifying. Tom Cruise and James Corden got up in the air in actual fighter jets, or to be more accurate, one fighter jet, and one fighter plane, as the first one they flew in was a WWII-era fighter. That one actually looks pretty cool, and if you’re a student of history it would actually be pretty awesome to be able to go up in a plane like that.

Of course, that plane is really just a warm-up for James Corden before he goes up in a much more modern fighter jet. Cruise and Corden go through some additional Top Gun training in the form of “classes: and, of course, volleyball, because I believe there’s a federal statute that says you’re not allowed to reference Top Gun in film or television unless there’s a volleyball scene involved. 

I’m sure that things were kept fairly tame for James Corden, assuming he didn’t have more training than we see here. The actual cast of Top Gun: Maverick went through a lot to be ready to shoot the movie. Though doing loops and flying upside down is probably still pretty wild for anybody who has never done it before. For some it would be exciting, for others terrifying, and for most of us probably a little of both. By the end of it all James Corden looks exhausted but also very thankful to have done it. Considering Corden has announced he’ll be leaving the Late Late Show, this will likely be one of his last chances to do something like this. 

For most of us the closest we will get to being in actual fighter jets will be watching Top Gun: Maverick when it arrives on screens this week. For many of us that’s close enough, thank you very much.  

James Corden’s decision to leave The Late Late Show was met with sadness from many viewers. But rumors of Cordon leaving the CBS talk show had been swirling around for some time now, so some fans weren't as surprised as others. Luckily for them, though, he still has another year left on his contract before he officially signs off. Now, shortly after making the major announcement, the host has opened up even more about leaving the program and has discussed his desire to "go out on top."

The Prom actor revealed more about his life-changing decision while speaking with Entertainment Tonight. Hosting the show for seven years has been a dream come true for the comedian but, as he puts it, this latest move is all about timing. He said about his departure from the series:

Given how popular the late-night program is at this point, it seems like James Corden has accomplished everything he wanted to do with it. Under the comedic actor’s tenure, the series has drawn solid ratings and spawned two successful spinoffs – Apple TV+’s Carpool Karaoke and TBS’s Drop the Mic. With that, one can understand why he'd be ready to hang it up. Despite his decision to conclude his run, though, the entertainer further admitted it wasn’t an easy one to make:

Participating in the weekly television grind can be safe yet stifling for a multihyphenate like the Peter Rabbit actor. While the show is where he's truly made his name with American audiences, he's also been racking up a number of high-profile movie and TV gigs over the past few years, which are keeping him plenty busy. With this, he's happy that he has the freedom to leave his CBS job on his own terms:

Change is rarely ever easy but, at some point, you just want to try something new. Clearly, the TV personality wants to do more than sing with celebrities in cars or eat cow’s tongues. And he’ll have the time to pursue whatever opportunities he wants once he signs off in 2023.

Another reason he’s quitting the late-night chatfest might have to do with his family. The entertainer mentioned that he and his wife wanted their young children to grow up around their extended family across the pond. He previously admitted that the pandemic took a heavy toll on him when it comes to how much time he was able to spend with his family.

James Corden isn’t the only person that'll be departing the talk show space. Ellen DeGeneres is counting down to the final episode of her show, while Nick Cannon, Wendy Williams, and The Real are all set to sign off as well. But new talk shows from the likes of The View vet Sherri Shepherd (Williams' replacement) and Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson, who could provide some competition for fellow American Idol vet Kelly Clarkson. 

This next year is sure to be a bittersweet one for the Late Late Show host. But while his departure is sure to sadden some, they should take comfort in knowing that he's aiming to go out on a high note before moving on to other passions.

You can still catch The Late Late Show with James Corden on weeknights at 12:35 am EST on CBS! Be sure that you also check out CinemaBlend's 2022 TV schedule for more on what's coming up this year.

James Corden is officially stepping down as host of The Late Late Show in 2023 and will return to the UK after years of entertaining fans by singing with celebrities in cars (but not driving) and making the occasional film appearance. Though his time on late-night network television is over, it’s fair to say that his career will continue in some way. Stephen Colbert recently joked that he’ll head back to Doctor Who and, now, fans are pondering the idea.

For those who don’t know or even forgot about the Who connection, James Corden briefly served as a quasi-companion on Doctor Who alongside Matt Smith’s Doctor for two episodes. Perhaps in a nod to those installments (now available with an HBO Max subscription), Stephen Colbert got the rumor mill going on Twitter with his witty post:

Stephen Colbert’s comment is likely meant in jest, but one has to wonder if the TV personality would return to Doctor Who in some way. The 60th anniversary is right around the corner and, with the star now being a much bigger household name worldwide than he was when he first appeared on the series in 2010, there's always a chance he could make a cameo, something one fan speculated about:

Of course, there’s another crowd that's more suspicious of his exit from late night TV and his return to the UK in mid-2023. Some Who fans are wondering if returning showrunner Russell T. Davies might call on James Corden for something bigger. Some are even wondering if Corden will be the franchise’s 14th Doctor, and not everyone is happy about that:

The idea might sound wild considering he already played a character within the franchise but, as Peter Capaldi, Karen Gillan, and others proved, that’s not a disqualifier for the gig. It’s entirely possible that the Cinderella alum could become the 14th Doctor and, believe it or not, there are people who'd love to see it:

It certainly wouldn't be impossible for James Corden to be the next Doctor, but we should put all of this into perspective. At present, here are a lot of rumors circulating about who might play the role and, surprisingly, Corden isn’t the wildest actor suggested. David Tennant recently commented on reports of his return to reprise his role, and even Hugh Grant is alleged to be in the running at this stage. Suffice to say, there’s a lot of talk going around so, while Corden could indeed be a candiate, nothing is set in stone at this time, as far as we know. 

Doctor Who will drop Jodie Whittaker’s final episode later this year, and fans might get a sneak peek at the next Doctor in the process. Such a tease could calm the wild speculation surrounding the role but, if not, speculation regarding James Corden and other potential stars will only continue to run rampant.. 

James Corden has been part of the late night TV scene in the United States for the better part of a decade now as host of The Late Late Show, after taking over the job following Craig Ferguson’s departure in 2014. Now, the British comedian is poised to leave the talk show and move in some different directions, although viewers shouldn’t plan on saying goodbye to him on CBS just yet. 

The Late Late Show host will leave the show ahead of the summer of 2023 after deciding to extend his contract for one year, according to Deadline, which will put his tenure on CBS’ late night TV lineup at just over eight years. His debuted as host in March of 2015 after Craig Ferguson vacated the job the year before. James Corden was reportedly offered deals including three- and two-year extensions, but ultimately decided on just one more year. He explained the decision, saying:

As it is, James Corden has already stayed on at The Late Late Show for longer than he originally expected, and he elaborated to say that his bosses “at CBS have been incredibly supportive and extraordinarily patient” while he made his decision. Corden also explained that he didn’t come to the decision because he and his family are looking to move back to the United Kingdom, as he loves “living here” and “everything it’s given.” A decision hasn’t been made yet, so it’s possible that he’ll remain the United States, but simply step away from late night hosting. 

So, why is he leaving, after extending his stay beyond the original plan for five years, and despite not necessarily wanting to return to the U.K.? He has certainly kept busy outside of The Late Late Show even while still working as host, with appearances in films including Peter Rabbit, The Prom, Cats, and the new take on Cinderella that released back in 2021 (and is available streaming with an Amazon Prime subscription). Corden explained why he wants to move forward, and it involves trying some new things:

James Corden has certainly faced some highs and lows over his years as the face of The Late Late Show. Earlier this year, he tested positive for COVID-19. Although he shared on Instagram that he felt “completely fine” because he was vaccinated and boosted, the show still went off the air for a few days. He also opened up about losing nearly 30 pounds over the course of a year in 2021, and has seemed to enjoy his time on the CBS late night lineup, even if he was roasted by viewers from time to time. 

It should be interesting to see if Corden does anything special for his final year as host. The Late Late Show has been paired with The Late Show with Stephen Colbert going back to 2015, with Colbert’s show airing weeknights at 11:35 p.m. ET followed by Corden’s at 12:37 a.m. ET on CBS. You can keep on watching Corden through 2023. 

It’s been a hot minute since Dakota Johnson played the leading lady in the spicy film adaptation of the 50 Shades of Grey series, but she apparently doesn’t mind throwing it back to her most popular films. After James Corden asks the star if her dress may be a little too short, Johnson had the perfect response, referencing her many nude scenes in the 50 Shades of Grey franchise. 

Dakota Johnson recently appeared on The Late Late Show with James Corden in a gorgeous red mini dress. At the beginning of the interview she appears a little bit uncomfortable, with her hands and arms in an odd placement. This seems to evoke a response out of Corden, who asks Johnson if she is okay and would like his jacket. You can check out the video for yourself below:

It’s reasonable to say that some people may have found themselves a little uncomfortable at James Corden’s question about a potential wardrobe malfunction, especially if they were feeling a bit anxious about sitting in a short dress in the first place. However, Dakota Johnson handles the situation with some serious humor and grace, earning her some laughs from the audience.

Dakota Johnson doesn’t seem phased by the question about her dress. In fact, Johnson is all smiles when she looks out to the live audience and whips out a quick response that throws it back to her role in the erotic romance 50 Shades of Grey. Here’s what she says, exactly:

If you’ve seen 50 Shades of Grey or any of the later films in the franchise, you know exactly what she’s talking about. Dakota Johnson and her co-star Jamie Dornan are filmed nude or near nude in pretty much all of them. Having been heavily involved in such an erotic franchise that had a huge following, it totally makes sense why her dress riding up a little, even on television, seemed as though it was no big deal to her. 

Dakota Johnson has been pretty vocal about how proud she is of her work on the 50 Shades of Grey franchise, and has even said she would be open to taking part in other similar franchises. Her ability to embrace her past work and handle situations like James Corden’s dress question has fans really loving Johnson. There’s practically nothing but love for her in the comment section of the video, fans praising her for her quirky vibe and authentic nature.

While she may have no problem throwing it back to her time as Anastasia Steele in 50 Shades of Grey, you’ll be able to catch her in a few different projects this year. Cha Cha Real Smooth and Am I Okay? both head to the Sundance Film Festival within the week, and the new film adaptation of Jane Austen’s Persuasion should be releasing to Netflix sometime this year. 

Despite initially rising to fame across the pond in his native country of England, James Corden has definitely cemented himself in American pop culture across the past six years that he's hosted CBS' The Late Late Show, and the past year hasn't seen any changes on that front. From hosting the highly anticipated, Emmy-nominated Friends: The Reunion special on HBO Max to producing Prime Video's Cinderella revamp with Camilla Cabello, Corden is generally known for high-profile projects these days. Not all of those projects are made for small-screen viewing, however, such as the comedic host's weight-loss journey, and he has opened up about losing 28 pounds across 2021.

Now 43 years old, James Corden has for years shared insights into his attempts to lose weight and keep it off, though his success rate has been more hit or miss than anything else. It appears that up-and-down track has smoothed out immensely though, with Corden dropping nearly 30 pounds in the last year thanks in large part to his embrace of Weight Watchers. Here's how he put it in an interview with People:

With other diets and weight-loss tactics having only worked in limited capacities before, James Corden is clearly pleased with Weight Watchers' updated Personal Points program, and says he's found the right balance across his eating habits and his workout regimen, and it hasn't involved making any huge changes to his daily routines, presumably beyond limiting the intake.

Corden first partnered up with Weight Watchers in the earliest days of 2021, saying at the time that he wanted to change his approach to healthiness for the sake of his family. And it appears that was both a successful business decision and a successful lifestyle decision. Below, he talked about how the holiday season is usually a trigger for weight gains, with this year being a major exception. In his words:

In part to celebrate and promote James Corden's personal wins with the company, it's reported that Weight Watchers will be airing a set of new ads with the talk show host front and center. Fans can check out the video below from earlier in 2021, at which point Corden had lost 20 lbs using WW methods.

Fans can expect to see the host sticking it out behind his signature desk for a while longer, with Corden's most current Late Late Show contract not set to expire until August 2023. His Weight Watchers success is definitely a win, though this year has seen the Brit take a lot of heat on social media for a variety of reasons. From Friends fans who thought he railroaded the reunion special to those angered by his viral Cinderella stunts to swaths of musical fanatics who want him to stay as far away as possible from the Wicked film adaptation, Corden has dealt with his share of backlashes, but seems to have conquered everything 2021 had to throw at him without feeling the need to reverse course with his dieting goals. 

Currently on holiday break, The Late Late Show with James Corden airs weeknights on CBS at 12:35 a.m. ET.While waiting for new episodes to return, be sure to bookmark our 2022 TV premiere schedule to see all the new and returning shows that are on the way!

British actor James Corden has made a name for himself across the pond with a series of appearances in musical film adaptations. Despite his frequent casting, many theatre fans are not happy with his continued involvement in some of their favorite musicals. After the Wicked movie finally announced its leads, many fans were concerned that the ubiquitous James Corden would be cast in the film. The result? An online petition to keep the late night host from stepping into the land of Oz. 

After years of living in development hell, the Wicked movie finally achieved lift off this year. Director Jon M. Chu revealed that Oscar nominee and Tony winner Cynthia Erivo would play Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, while pop star Ariana Grande will take on the role of Glinda the Good Witch. Additional casting has not been announced, although some Wicked fans already know that they don’t want James Corden anywhere near the project. 

A concerned fan has created a Change.org petition begging Universal Studios to avoid casting James Corden in the Wicked film. The petition’s description reads: 

The petition has garnered nearly 35,000 signatures, making it one of the top signed petitions on Change.org. Fans are clearly resonating with creator Mikel Miller’s sentiment. But why? There’s actually a few reasons. Although James Corden achieved initial success in the United States with his television and film appearances, his recent gigs haven’t been as well received. 

The Wicked petition may make it difficult to believe, but James Corden started his career on solid footing in the theatrical community. He actually won a Tony Award in 2012 for his turn in the play One Man, Two Guvnors and hosted the ceremony in 2016 and 2019. James Corden made the jump to musical film with the moderately well-received Into the Woods. 

Unfortunately, the rest of his song and dance routines fell flat. James Corden played Bustopher Jones in the infamous Cats movie, and recently drew backlash for his Cinderella ‘Crosswalk Musical’ segment that found him accosting drivers. He was also critcized for his portrayal of gay Broadway actor Barry Glickman in Ryan Murphy’s 2020 adaption of The Prom. Many LGBTQ+ fans were disappointed by the casting of a straight actor in the role, as well as James Corden’s stereotypical portrayal of a gay man. Given his spotty track record of musical adaptations, the Wicked petition makes a lot more sense. No additional casting has been announced for Wicked, so fans will just have to wait and see if their petition makes a difference. 

Wicked is set to begin filming in June of 2021. For future updates on all things Ozian, be sure to check back here on CinemaBlend. 

James Corden has been a fixture within late-night television for the past several years now and has seemingly built a devoted following in the process. However, the TV personality and occasional actor has found himself on the receiving end of public backlash in a number of instances. This usually results in Corden getting lit up by commentators across Twitter and other social media platforms. But amid all of the critiques, is he still planning to remain at CBS as the host of The Late Late Show? Well, it appears we have an answer.

It seems James Corden isn’t planning on leaving the network that gave him his shot at late-night stardom. Per Deadline, the host is currently negotiating a contract extension with CBS. He originally signed on for the show back in 2014 and became the successor to TV veteran Craig Ferguson. As the trade further mentions, Corden signed an extension in 2019 and his current contract is set to expire in August 2022.

In the past, the host has been candid about when he might wrap up his career as a late-night personality. Earlier this year, he confirmed that he had seriously considered leaving the job, citing the distance from his family in the UK as one of the reasons.

Deadline indicates that CBS has been eager to keep James Corden in the fold, and it seemingly has a number of reasons for its desire to re-up with him. The Late Late Show has developed a significant digital footprint during the Corden era, as its YouTube account alone currently holds over 20 million subscribers and has amassed over nine billion views. And there’s also the fact that the show has also birthed its own spinoff IPs in Drop the Mic and the highly popular Carpool Karaoke.

While James Corden has shown to be a prime asset for CBS, the backlash he’s received on social media is worth mentioning. Last year, a number of viewers called him out for not actually driving the car during the Carpool Karaoke segments. And just recently, fans roasted him after he and his Cinderella co-stars held a flash mob in LA, which held up traffic. But on a basic level, some have also criticized Corden’s on-screen style for being similar to fellow host Graham Norton.

James Corden was actually faced with a more serious critique earlier this year when his “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts” segment was called out for being culturally insensitive. During the game, players are forced to either divulge a personal secret or eat food that’s perceived to be unappetizing. An activist petitioned for the segment to be removed and apparently received death threats as a result. Corden eventually responded to the mounting backlash, saying that he and his team would “absolutely won't involve or use any of those foods” in the future.

It’s currently unclear as to when James Corden and CBS will officially come to an agreement on a contract extension. But given his success (even amid the backlash), one would imagine the deal will be quite lucrative for the British TV presenter.

The Late Late Show with James Corden airs nightly at 12:37 a.m. ET on CBS.

There’s nothing quite like a good old Cinderella story. From the classic Disney animated feature to the 2015 live-action remake, Cinderella is a fairytale that has been redone several times in the media, whether that be through a classic retelling or a more modern version, like Another Cinderella Story. Which meant that it was only a matter of time before another was released, this time with an absolutely star-studded cast on Amazon Prime.

Whether or not this will be one of the best Amazon Prime movies is still unknown, but regardless, the Cinderella cast is filled with stars from all over, and I’m sure you have seen them somewhere before, especially the lead, Camila Cabello. If you’re scratching your head, wondering where they might have been seen (or heard) prior to their role, look no further than here.

Camila Cabello (Cinderella)

The title character of Cinderella has to have a beautiful voice that could sing you to sleep, and I couldn’t think of anyone besides Camila Cabello to take on that role. The pop singer hasn't done anything acting-wise prior to her role in Cinderella, but you’ve probably seen her in a couple of music-themed films as guest spots and friends of other stars.

For example, she appeared alongside close friend Taylor Swift in two of her concert films, Taylor Swift: The 1989 World Tour Live and Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour. She also appeared in the Shawn Mendes Apple TV+ documentary, Shawn Mendes: In Wonder. Cabello has also made appearances in several TV shows as herself, starting off her career as a contestant on The X Factor, and appearing in other projects, such as One World: Together at Home, Saturday Night Live and more.

Hopefully, her first acting role will be a hit, and we'll get to see her in more projects soon enough.

Idina Menzel (Vivian)

As the evil stepmother, Vivian, you have to have an actress who can truly embody what it means to be a horrid person. I can’t think of anyone better than Idina Menzel, who came to prominence when she played probably one of the best known witches in pop culture - the Wicked Witch of the West, otherwise known as Elphaba - in Wicked.

Besides her incredible singing talents on Broadway, which were shown throughout her stints in shows such as Wicked or Rent, Idina Menzel has done plenty in both film and TV. In film, you may recognize her as the voice of Elsa, one of the main characters of the Frozen film series. She’s also made live-action appearances in films as well, such as reprising her role from Rent in the film version, appearing in the film Enchanted (a role which she will reprise in the upcoming Disenchanted), and acting alongside Adam Sandler in Uncut Gems as his wife.

Idina Menzel also had a pretty big recurring role on Glee, where she played Rachel’s biological mother for several seasons.

Nicholas Galitzine (Prince Robert)

Every Cinderella needs her Prince Charming - or, in this version of Cinderella, Prince Robert. The prince is played by Nicholas Galitzine, who has been pretty active within the film and TV world.

Galitzine has appeared in a couple of films prior to his part in Cinderella, including the drama, High Strung, and the comedy-drama, Handsome Devil. He’s also made appearances in the New Zealand-filmed horror movie, The Changeover, and in the TV film, The Watcher in the Woods. As of recently, he appeared in the sequel film, The Craft: Legacy, where he played Timmy.

Nicholas Galitzine has also been active in TV. He guest starred on Legends, and had the leading role in the Netflix original series, Chambers. Now, after Cinderella, maybe we’ll get to see more of him in the coming months.

Minnie Driver (Queen Beatrice)

Minnie Driver portrays Queen Beatrice in Cinderella, and Driver has been a part of Hollywood for over 20 years now, with some major roles under her belt. Back in the late 1990s, Driver appeared in Circle of Friends, GoldenEye, Grosse Pointe Blank, and the Matt Damon-led film, Good Will Hunting.

She went on to voice Jane in the animated film, Tarzan, had a role in The Phantom of the Opera, Owning Mahowny, and voiced Lady Eboshi in Hayao Miyazaki’s Princess Mononoke, along with several other roles.

Minnie Driver has also been very active in television. She had a recurring role on Will & Grace, a lead role on The Riches, as well as on the sitcoms About a Boy and Speechless, and a starring role in the miniseries, The Deep. She’s also recently starred in an episode of the Amazon original series, Modern Love.

Pierce Brosnan (King Rowan)

For a king, there’s truly no one better to play King Rowan in Cinderella than James Bond himself, the wonderful Pierce Brosnan. Brosnan portrayed the iconic 007 spy, James Bond, for four films (GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough, and Die Another Day). After that, he went on to star in several films, such as The Fourth Protocol, Mrs. Doubtfire, Dante’s Peak, The Thomas Crown Affair, Mamma Mia! (and its sequel), The Ghost Writer, The Matador, The November Man, and more.

Pierce Brosnan has also appeared in TV. Besides several guest starring and recurring roles, Brosnan had a main role on the crime dramedy Remington Steele for several seasons, starred in the horror miniseries Bag of Bones, and had a leading role on The Son, a western drama. There’s truly no stopping 007 with all of the amazing parts that he has played throughout his career.

Billy Porter (Fab G)

Fab G is fabulous, magical, and everything else that we need in Cinderella, and that fabulous godparent could only be played by the iconic Billy Porter. Porter has appeared in several films prior to his role in Cinderella, including Twisted, The Intern, Noel, Like a Boss and more. Billy Porter has also done plenty in theater, including winning a Tony Award for his portrayal of Lola in Kinky Boots on Broadway, and even played Teen Angel in Grease on Broadway, as well.

While Porter had plenty of guest appearances on TV shows like Law & Order and The Get Down, one of his more prominent roles was playing Pray Tell in the FX original series, Pose, a role that would see him nominated him for several awards. Billy Porter teamed up with Ryan Murphy again for Season 8 of American Horror Story, when he starred in the Apocalypse installment. He’s also set to voice Randall Leibowitz-Jenkins in the upcoming The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, so I’m eager to see what this legend does next.

Maddie Baillio (Anastasia)

You can’t have Cinderella without some evil stepsisters, and Anastasia is one of the two. Played by Maddie Baillio, the young actress has just begun her journey in Hollywood, with Cinderella being her third major role.

Her first step into stardom was playing Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray Live! when it aired on NBC. Her second was portraying Millie Mitchellchuk in the Netflix original film, Dumplin'.

Hopefully, even more wonderful roles will come her way after Cinderella.

Charlotte Spencer (Drizella)

When there’s one evil stepsister, there’s always another backing her up, and that’s Drizella in Cinderella, played by Charlotte Spencer. Spencer has appeared in a few films prior to her part in the fantasy film, such as Misbehavior and The Duke, but she’s also guest starred in several television shows as well.

This includes guest roles in Hotel Babylon, Genie in the House, Glue, and many more. Charlotte Spencer also played Charlotte Appleby in the miniseries, The Living and the Dead, and had a recurring role as Esther Denham in Sanditon and another recurring role as Karen Petersen in Us.

James Acaster (John)

Cinderella can’t go anywhere without the help of the lovely mice aiding her along, and James Acaster is one of those mice, named John. While Cinderella is Acaster’s first major film role ever, he’s been extremely active in comedy, mainly in the United Kingdom.

Acaster has appeared on several panel shows (otherwise known as a game show) that are based in the U.K., such as Mock the Week, Taskmaster, 8 out of 10 Cats, Would I Lie To You? and so many others. He also currently hosts a panel show called Hypothetical, alongside Josh Widdicombe. James Acaster has also had a Netflix comedy special, titled Repertoire, so if you haven’t listened to some of this guy’s material, be sure to check him out now. He’s seriously funny.

James Corden (James)

Another of Cinderella’s mice, James, is played by James Corden, and I’m sure that there is something out there that you have watched with James Corden in it. The actor is mainly known for his talk show, The Late Late Show with James Corden, where many of his skits and YouTube videos (like Carpool Karaoke) have gone viral.

Besides that, Corden has had a very prominent acting career, both has a musical man and as a regular actor. In terms of television, James Corden has appeared in TV shows like Fat Friends, Teachers, and co-created and co-starred in Gavin & Stacey. He also recently hosted Friends: The Reunion on HBO Max.

In film, Corden has been active for years, appearing in several, such as the comedy Gulliver’s Travels, The Three Musketeers, the musicals Begin Again, Into the Woods, and The Prom, the Trolls film series, and the infamous Cats. He also voiced the titular Peter Rabbit in Peter Rabbit and it’s sequel.

All of these 2021 movies have so many stars, it’s almost overwhelming, and Cinderella only adds onto that list. Here's hoping you can see your favorite again soon after their part in Cinderella.

Between late-night hosting duties and his own acting gigs, James Corden has amassed a pretty big list of celebrity friends. One of them is Tom Cruise -- and that means he’s privy to some pretty random information about the global superstar. For instance, after a viral story about the Mission: Impossible 7 star landing his helicopter in an unsuspecting family’s yard, Corden revealed that’s actually a pretty common pastime for the actor.

The host retold the story about Tom Cruise’s surprise visit to a British family’s backyard. According to the tale, which he told during a segment on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Cruise had a meeting nearby and had to think fast after learning the airport was closed. After sharing the news about the unexpected visit, James Corden joked:

James Corden told his studio audience that Tom Cruise allowed the family’s children to ride in his helicopter while he was at a meeting -- seems like a pretty fair trade-off for taking over their backyard for an afternoon. Then, he shared a hilarious story about how Cruise once asked if he could come visit Corden by helicopter, too:

To make sure he was telling the story accurately, James Corden pulled up the text message conversation with his longtime friend and frequent guest on his phone. I mean, you have to have your receipts for this kind of thing:

The Late Late Show host said he assumed the A-lister was joking, so he sent back a series of crying emojis, only for Tom Cruise to respond, "Does that mean 'No'?" When James Corden told the Mission: Impossible star that he was unsure whether he’d be able to land a helicopter in the area, he had a response fitting of one of the most famous people on the planet:

It’s an especially funny anecdote when we now have evidence that Tom Cruise can land his helicopter in some surprising places. This isn’t the first time James Corden and Tom Cruise’s friendship has centered around flying objects. In 2018, the famously daring actor and the Cinderella cast member met up for a Late Late Show segment that saw the two skydiving together.

Corden didn’t share whether he and the actor were actually able to make plans. Maybe when they do meet up in the future, though, they can both take a ride in the helicopter together -- if they played it right, it could make quite a twist for his most famous segment, Carpool Karaoke.

Julie Andrews, Lily James, Brandy and Drew Barrymore have been among the many on-screen Cinderellas we’ve seen lose her slipper on a stairway over the years. Now it's almost time for 24-year-old pop singer Camila Cabello to run home in a ball gown before midnight with Amazon Prime’s musical take on Cinderella and with a look at a new trailer, the cast alone is enough to be sold on another glass slipper fitting.

Aside from the 24-year-old “Havana” singer starring as Ella in a modern take that the to-be princess as a talented fashion designer, we also have a solid look at who will be starring alongside her and it includes Frozen’s Idina Menzel as her wicked stepmother, Mamma Mia’s Pierce Brosnan as the king and Billy Porter as Cinderella’s fairy godmother. Did I tell you, or did I tell you?

In the trailer above, we get an exciting introduction to what to expect from the Cinderella movie this September and it has some seriously great talent involved along with some especially incredible fashion moments from Camila Cabello’s Ella. Now this has got to be the first time we’ve seen the character don a pantsuit , but she did tell her fairy godmother she wants to be a ‘business woman’ this time around!

Other notable cast members joining Cinderella include Minnie Driver as the queen and James Corden as one of Ella’s mice friends, who turns human by the good-til-midnight wish she is granted. The movie was written and directed by Kay Cannon, who previously helmed 2018’s Blockers and wrote Pitch Perfect 2 and 3 along with episodes of New Girl and 30 Rock.

If you caught wind of the ensemble singing and dancing to Janet Jackson’s "Rhythm Nation," your ears did not deceive you. Cinderella is set to be a jukebox musical that will also feature new music by Camila Cabello as well. Some other songs reportedly in this Cinderella are Madonna’s “Material Girl” covered by Idina Menzel, Jennifer Lopez’s “Let’s Get Loud” by Camila and The White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army” by the film’s Prince Charming, played by The Craft: Legacy’s Nicholas Galitzine.

The last iteration of Cinderella was in 2015 through Disney’s more emotional and reflective version starring Lily James without the music numbers. This one seems to be focusing on some especially fun elements of the fairytale, by taking the character’s love of fashion to another level. As the trailer teases, perhaps Ella is going to the ball to show off her latest fashion piece rather than looking to be swept away by a prince.

It looks like Cinderella is going to put a major twist on the classic story as Camila Cabello’s version seeks to follow her dreams to be a fashion designer amidst all the lively music numbers to come. Cinderella is coming to Amazon Prime on September 3. While we wait for Ella's ball, check out what other movies are coming up next with our 2021 movie release schedule.

Ed Sheeran is known for many things: his musicianship, his multi-genre crooning, his Game of Thrones cameo and Star Wars appearance, his epic pranks involving sexual attire, his...wait a minute! The singer-songwriter may not come across as the most prank-minded entertainer out there, but he's apparently got quite a mischievous stripe. His good friend and Friends vet Courteney Cox can 100% attest to his talents for low-stakes schemes, as she has been a victim of an ongoing string of pranks tied to a leather mask. Or rather a bunch of leather masks.

Appearing on The Late Late Show with James Corden to promote his newest hit single "Bad Habits," as well as to talk about fatherhood and soccer sponsorships, Ed Sheeran revealed the glorious way he's managed to prank Courteney Cox, and I'm pretty sure Joey and Chandler would give it a big, giggle-filled thumbs up. Explaining that he stays over with Cox and her boyfriend whenever he travels to Los Angeles, Sheeran said:

Okay, so this isn't the most high-minded prank in the world. (Or maybe it could be, depending on how high your mind is.) But the relative simplicity behind the gag definitely doesn't take away from either the hilarity behind it, or its ability to cause minor chaos within Courteney Cox's life. Because it's not just about Cox getting a bunch of random boxes and opening them and ha-ha-ha, joke's over. Sheeran revealed how many times he's pulled this Alexa prank, and also shared how it evolved as it went on.

I could get hysterical trying to put myself in the mindset of the people attempting to buy a musical instrument sans sex-related garments. Potentially purchasing a piano from Courteney Cox is already a distinct life experience for someone to have, and then to have that excitement combined with presumed confusion over finding the S&M headgear must have been jarring. I can only hope neither of those strangers read too deeply into the situation and brought out a bunch of whips, ball-gags and handcuffs. I mean, not that there's anything wrong with that in general, just probably not during that particular situation.

Courteney Cox is clearly okay with all the leather shenanigans, or else she probably would have booted Ed Sheeran to the curb immediately after getting that first package. In fact, James Corden even showed a video reaction that Cox had sent to Sheeran for his 30th birthday, making it clear that she's just as amused by the whole thing as the folk-pop star. Okay maybe not AS amused, but at least in the same vicinity.

I guess the moral of the story is "Never let Ed Sheeran hang out in a room alone with your electronic personal assistant, unless you have a bunch of spare mannequin heads that need coverings, and also probably get that whole 'having a bunch of spare mannequin heads' thing checked out by a professional, as there might be something going on there." Not quite "Always follow your dreams," but it's something. You can check out Sheeran sharing the story himself in the clip below.

While leather masks kind of sound miserable in the midst of the 2021 Summer TV season, The Late Late Show with James Corden, which has faced a bit of a backlash in recent weeks over its popular "Spill Your Guts" segment, airs weeknights on CBS at 12:35 a.m. ET.

Since succeeding Craig Ferguson as the host of CBS’ The Late Late Show Show in 2015, James Corden has mostly been a popular staple in the realm of talk shows. However, the host has experienced his share of backlash over the past several years, with the criticism mainly aimed at the segments featured on his show. The segment that’s arguably proven to be the most controversial is “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts.” The game is currently the subject of a growing petition that was created by activist Kim Saira. But apparently, Saira now seems to be receiving death threats as a result of the viral petition.

For those who might be unfamiliar with “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts,” the segment is set up in a roundtable question-and-answer format. It’s during the discussion that both Corden and guests are given the option of answering embarrassing or controversial questions or eating “unusual” foods that are likely foreign to the guests and audiences. The segment originally received backlash back in 2018 after a food columnist wrote about it in the South China Morning Post.

Kim Saira was prompted to create her Change.org petition, which currently has over 40,00 signatures, after the show featured a dish she grew up eating with her family. In the petition, she asserts that “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts” uses foods hailing from places like Asia as “disgusting” props. Now, in a recent interview with TMZ, Saira has opened up about the backlash she’s received:

Kim Saira’s petition also asked that James Corden issue a public apology. The talk show host recently responded to the situation during an interview with Howard Stern, saying that he and his team “absolutely won't involve or use any of those foods” the next time the segment is used. However, Saira was not satisfied with Corden’s response and also believes he could speak out in regard to the backlash she’s received:

As of this writing, James Corden has not formally responded to Kim Saira’s recent interview. We’ll keep you posted on the situation as updates arrive.

James Corden, as lovable as he is to a lot of people, is no stranger to backlash. During the last year, he came under fire for his performance as a gay character in Netflix’s The Prom, for which he earned a Golden Globes nomination. Now, Corden is facing even more criticism over his Late Late Show’s popular segment, “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts.” Fans are claiming the segment is culturally insensitive, and this isn’t the first time this particular issue has caused a problem.

If you haven’t seen the segment, which has been an occasional part of The Late Late Show for years now, “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts” asks guests to either answer a personal or delicate question or eat seemingly unappetizing food. The segment has come under scrutiny due to the fact that a number of the dishes in question are actually foods eaten by a large group of people around the world, aside from the United States or Great Britain.

There is now an online petition on Change.org advocating for Corden to change the food being featured on the segment or to remove it entirely, and it has now reached well over 40,000 signatures and is still counting. The creator of the petition is Kim Saira, a Filipina and Chinese American activist. Saira felt prompted to launch the position after seeing the program feature balut, a Filipino street food that she grew up eating with her family.

Although Kim Saira was not angered by the portrayal of the food, she says (via CNN) that it just didn’t sit right with her as the food is sentimental to her culture and that there are other food items on the show that are similar for other cultures. “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts” previously drew backlash back in 2018 after food columnist Andrew Sun shared referred to it as "cultural chauvinism of the highest order" in the South China Morning Post.

The premise of Americans or other people eating foods foreign to them for shock value isn't new. Shows like Fear Factor (which is no longer on the air) and Survivor have used this type of challenge often. The difference, though, is that these shows, specifically Survivor, appear to celebrate the culture the food comes from and also educate the participants and viewers, immersing participants in that culture.

Kim Saira's petition and thoughts about James Corden's The Late Late Show arrive in the midst of a climate in which Asian communities have been the target of much hate and violence. On the petition's official page, Saira states that this kind of programming "continually perpetuates and encourages harm and racism against Asian Americans in our daily lives." The petition also asks for an apology from Corden along with the steps he'll take to improve in the future. In addition, it's been asked that donations be made to Asian American organizations that are assisting Asian-owned restaurants and small businesses.

James Corden has since responded to the petition, saying that they absolutely won’t be using any cultural foods the next time the segment airs and that he and his crew meant no harm. Corden expressed that he wants The Late Late Show to be a source of "light and love", not one that causes harm. At this point, it’s not clear when, or if, “Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts” will run again on The Late Late Show. CinemaBlend will continue to update you on any future developments of this story.

James Corden is, indeed, a party animal; or at least, that's what his filmography would suggest. With a wealth of animal-centric roles in films like Cats, the upcoming Cinderella adaptation starring Camilla Cabello and, of course, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, the actor seems to be ready to get back to being a human on the big screen. But there’s one exception that Corden has wedged firmly in his heart, as he’d love to return to the role of The Mouse in the world of author Julia Donaldson’s iconic book The Gruffalo.

As part of our conversation during the press day for Peter Rabbit 2, it felt like a good time to bring up the fact that James Corden’s filmography had quite a few animal acts as of late. 2021 is especially notable, as Corden is not only the lead in this rabbit-focused children’s franchise, but in the Cinderella adaptation that’s due out later this summer, he’ll be playing a mouse-turned-footman. I was curious about whether there were any animals that he was interested in tackling next, but as he revealed to me below, there’s only one that has James Corden’s heart at the moment:

Throughout Julia Donaldson’s two stories, The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo Child, the role of the Mouse is that of a trickster who somehow find himself avoiding danger. Creating what he thinks is a creature of pure fabrication, known as “The Gruffalo,” he eventually finds such a beast exists. In two different tales that see Gruffalo and Mouse crossing paths, James Corden’s vocal talents brought that character to life in the Oscar-nominated animated short, as well as its sequel, among a cast that also included Helena Bonham Carter, Tom Wilkinson and the late John Hurt.

While both Mouse and Peter Rabbit are able to talk their way out of trouble, the big difference is that in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, our rabbit protagonist is pretty sure of himself. Even when danger is near, and those that would see him vanquished have the upper hand, he’s eventually confident he’ll make his way back to safety. Meanwhile, Mouse in The Gruffalo always seems to make it up as he goes along, which leads to the sorts of scenarios like the ones depicted in the clips below.

Should James Corden be able to return to the world of The Gruffalo, it will probably have to be through either a new story/short written for the occasion, if not a full on cinematic adaptation. It sounds like either possibility would be attractive to the late night host/actor, as Julia Donaldson’s children’s classic has more than earned a soft spot in Mr. Corden’s heart. But if you were looking forward to more animal antics from his corner of the entertainment universe, you might want to limit your expectations.

The fun hasn’t ended just yet though, as Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway is currently in theaters for all to enjoy. And as promised earlier, James Corden will play another mouse, only one that’s transformed into a footman, in Cinderella, which is set to hit Prime Video this September. After that point, you’d better have a Gruffalo or an alien involved if you want him to play a creature of any other sort.

Reviews can be tough to read, especially when they’re not exactly glowing with praise for the project that’s being bashed. Then again, sometimes pans for a movie like Peter Rabbit might mean that when it comes time to make Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, inspiration can turn those sour grapes into fizzy laughter. At least, that’s what it sounds like James Corden and director Will Gluck did, as one particularly rude critic sparked a very funny plot in the world of this children’s entertainment.

As I was participating in the press day for Peter Rabbit 2, I really wanted to ask James Corden if one specific joke had come from anywhere in particular. With the propensity to poke fun at things like potential angry letters from the audience, as well as adapting the work of Beatrix Potter into films, the series has made quite a few pointed references to real life inspirations. In the case of a recurring joke where Peter Rabbit wonders if his own voice is annoying, Corden told me that the moment came from the contents of a real review:

Regardless of anyone’s opinion on how James Corden’s voice sounds, being able to poke fun at that concept in Peter Rabbit 2 displays the sort of satire that Corden and Will Gluck have taken part in since day one. Even the first Peter Rabbit movie had a moment that called out the potential outrage that eventually came to pass, thanks to Peter using his knowledge of Thomas MacGregor’s blackberry allergies in the heat of battle. So when you have someone really tearing into Peter Rabbit, like this unknown reviewer did, that’s just grist for the mill.

Improving on the day was a vital part of the process behind Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, as James Corden, and the rest of the voice cast, were naturally encouraged by Will Gluck to really go for it. Thanks to that spirit of comedic freedom, Corden admitted a lot of material sprung forth that didn’t make it into Peter Rabbit 2. But this particular gem did make it in, and you can see where it all starts, courtesy of the official clip that was released for the film’s promotional campaign:

Will Gluck’s input as a co-writer and director on both Peter Rabbit films can truly be felt in the decisions that led to jokes such as this one being included in the film. And throughout the entire press day, fellow cast members like David Oyelowo, Elizabeth Debicki, Domhnall Gleeson and Rose Byrne all sang his praises as a force of good on Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. You can feel that this goodwill is genuine, as the sequel that resulted from the collaboration between actor and director is just as effective with children and adults as its predecessor.

Should there be a Peter Rabbit 3, who knows what sort of real life events will make it into the comedic arsenal of James Corden’s rambunctious rabbit? The extended reaction to the film will ultimately determine where things go next, should there be any interest to romp through the series’ gardens yet again. And while a wise cartoon rabbit once said, "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say it at all," that rule is apparently off the table now, especially when it leads to the wildest sort of inspiration. For now, you can see how the world at large inspired Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, as it’s currently in theaters, waiting to soak up all of the notes for potential future comedy gold.

Finally hopping its way into theaters after several COVID-related delays, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway will bring Beatrix Potter's most beloved character back to the big screen. Likewise, James Corden will also return to voice the titular bunny. Once again starring Domhnall Gleeson and Rose Byrne and featuring the returning voice talents of Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Sia, this live-action/animated sequel includes some new faces and voices this time around — many of whom you'll recognize, including David Oyelowo. If you're wondering where you've seen/heard the Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway cast before, we're here to help!

Domhnall Gleeson (Thomas McGregor/Mr. Jeremy Fisher)

Reprising his role as Thomas McGregor, Domhnall Gleeson returns to play the male lead in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. He also voices Mr. Jeremy Fisher. First gaining notice for playing Bill Weasley in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and 2, Gleeson became a Tony-nominated actor for his 2006 Broadway performance in The Lieutenant of Inishmore. Later, the actor starred in Ex Machina, About Time, Frank, Goodbye Christopher Robin, Crash Pad, and The Little Stranger. Also, Gleeson played General Armitage Hux in the Star Wars movies. His other film credits include Brooklyn, The Revenant, A Futile and Stupid Gesture, Never Let Me Go, True Grit, Anna Karenina, Dredd, Calvary, Unbroken, and mother!

Additionally, on television, Domhnall Gleeson starred in HBO's Run last year. Most recently, the actor appeared in BBC 4's Frank of Ireland, which he co-created with his brother, Brian Gleeson, who plays the titular Frank. His other TV credits include Catastrophe, Your Bad Self, and When Harvey Met Bob. Currently, Gleeson is filming a role in HBO's The White House Plumbers.

Rose Byrne (Bea McGregor/Jemima Puddle-Duck)

In the part of Bea McGregor, Rose Byrne returns to play the female lead in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. She also lends her voice to the role of Jemima Puddle-Duck. Following her lead performance in The Goddess of 1967, Byrne transitioned into Hollywood with Star Wars: Episode II — Attack of the Clones. She found success through her Emmy-nominated part in FX's Damages and her standout supporting turn in Bridesmaids.

From there, Rose Byrne starred in the Insidious movies, the Neighbors movies, I Give It A Year, Adult Beginners, The Meddler, Juliet Naked, and Instant Family. Her other film credits include X-Men: First Class and Apocalypse, Knowing, 28 Weeks Later, Marie Antoinette, Tory, Wicker Park, Get Him to the Greek, The Place Beyond the Pines, This Is Where I Leave You, Annie (2014), and Spy. As a voice actress, Byrne is heard in I Am Mother and Jexi. Last year, the actress starred in Like a Boss and Irresistible. On TV, Byrne appeared in FX's Miss America. Later this year, she'll star in Apple TV+'s Physical.

James Corden (Peter Rabbit)

As our titular hare, James Corden returns to the voice booth to bring the animated Peter Rabbit to life once more. Better known as the host of The Late Late Show with James Corden, the actor found fame through starring/co-writing BBC's Gavin & Stacey, for which he won a BAFTA. He also won a Tony for his Broadway performance in One Man, Two Guvnors. Prior to this stage work, Corden received acclaim for his performance as Timms in The History Boys. He reprised this role for the 2006 film version. His other notable film credits include Into the Woods, Begin Again, Ocean's 8, Cats, Kill Your Friends, Gulliver's Travels, Starter for 10, and The Three Musketeers. Most recently, Corden had a Golden Globe-nominated supporting turn in The Prom.

As a voice actor, additionally, James Corden is heard in The Emoji Movie, Smallfoot, Trolls, Planet 51, and the English dub of Animals United. He also lent his voice to the UK version of Norm of the North. Last year, Corden was heard in Superintelligence and Trolls World Tour.

David Oyelowo (Nigel Basil-Jones)

Playing the dastardly Nigel Basil-Jones, David Oyelowo is the human antagonist in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. Rising to prominence through his commanding lead performance as Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, Oyelowo was Emmy-nominated that same year for his central role in HBO's Nightingale. His other lead performances include A United Kingdom, Queen of Katwe, Gringo, Don't Let Go, Five Nights in Maine, Middle of Nowhere, and Who Do You Love? His other notable film credits include Lee Daniels' The Butler, Jack Reacher, Lincoln, A Most Violent Year, Interstellar, A Wrinkle in Time, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, The Last King of Scotland, The Help, The Cloverfield Paradox, and Red Tails. Last year, he appeared in Come Away and The Midnight Sky. This year, Oyelowo provided supporting turns in Chaos Walking and The Water Man, which served as his directorial debut.

Additionally, on television, David Oyelowo appeared in Les Miserables, Five Days, and the upcoming The Girl Before. As a voice actor, Oyelowo can be heard in The Lion Guard and Star Wars Rebels.

Margot Robbie (Flopsy Rabbit)

As the voice of Flopsy Rabbit, as well as the narrator of this tale, Margot Robbie returns to the voice booth for Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. A rising superstar following her scene-stealing supporting turn in Martin Scorsese's The Wolf of Wall Street, Robbie received her first Oscar nomination for her lead performance in I, Tonya. Later, she starred in Suicide Squad, Focus, Mary Queen of Scots, Focus, Terminal, The Legend of Tarzan, Z For Zachariah, and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood. She received her second Oscar nomination for her supporting turn in Bombshell. Her other notable film credits include Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, About Time, Goodbye Christopher Robin, and The Big Short.

Furthermore, on TV, Margot Robbie played Donna Freedman in over 300 episodes of the Australian series Neighbours. She also starred in ABC's Pan Am. Last year, Robbie reprised her role as Harley Quinn in Birds of Prey, which she produced. She also starred in and produced last year's Dreamland. Outside of acting, Robbie produced Promising Young Woman. Next, she'll star in The Suicide Squad and David O. Russell's new film.

Elizabeth Debicki (Mopsy Rabbit)

Returning to the role of Mopsy Rabbit, Elizabeth Debicki provides another supporting vocal performance in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. Following her breakout role in The Great Gatsby, Debicki turned heads through her standout performances in The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Widows, and Macbeth (2015). The actress received more notice through her roles in Showcase's The Kettering Incident and BBC One/AMC's The Night Manager. Prior to these acting turns, Debicki gave an award-nominated performance in Sydney Theatre's stage production of The Maids.

From there, Elizabeth Debicki had a starring role as Virginia Woolf in Vita & Virginia. Last year, Debicki starred in The Burnt Orange Heresy and impressed in Christopher Nolan's Tenet. Her other film credits include A Few Best Men, Everest, Breath, The Cloverfield Paradox, and The Tale. She also lent her voice to Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets. Next, Debicki plays Princess Diana in The Crown Seasons 5 and 6.

Aimee Horne (Cottontail Rabbit)

Filling in for Daisy Ridley, who lent her voice in 2018's Peter Rabbit, Aimee Horne receives one of her most high-profile film acting roles yet in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. Most notably, the actress received notice and acclaim for her stage work, notably for her touring role as Polly in Fawlty Towers Live. Prior to this vocal performance, Horne played Ms. Woodcock in Burning Man. She also provided a supporting turn in Love is Now. Additionally, the actress starred in short films like 2010's The Filmmaker and the upcoming The Playlist. Furthermore, Horne can be heard in 2014's Raker. Outside of film, Horne had guest star appearances in Winter and Psychotown. As a voice actress, she has done a large volume of voiceover work.

Hayley Atwell (Mittens)

Joining the voice ensemble for Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway is Hayley Atwell as Mittens. Receiving her breakout role in The Duchess, for which she was BAFTA-nominated, Atwell was Golden Globe-nominated for her lead performance in Starz's The Pillars of the Earth. Shortly thereafter, she found more prominence when she played Peggy Carter in Captain America: The First Avenger. She reprised this role in ABC's Agent Carter, as well as Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Ant-Man, and Avengers: Endgame. Her other film credits include Testament of Youth, Cinderella (2015), Christopher Robin, Blinded by the Light, Jimi: All Is By My Side, Brideshead Revisited, and Cassandra's Dream. Next, Atwell will star in Mission: Impossible 7.

Outside of film, Hayley Atwell led ABC's Conviction and BBC One's Howards End and The Long Song. She also voices a main character in Netflix's 3Below: Tales of Arcadia. Additionally, Atwell is seen in Black Mirror and Any Human Heart. Away from acting, the actress hosts the spy podcast, True Spies.

Sia (Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle)

Similar to the first movie, Sia lends her voice to the role of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. Best known as the chart-topping artist behind "Chandelier" and "Cheap Thrills," the musician-turned-actress is heard in a couple of animated movies, including My Little Pony: The Movie and Charming, along with the original Peter Rabbit. She also narrated the 2018 documentary, Dominion. Also, Sia provided cameos in Annie (2014) and Piccadilly Jim. On TV, additionally, Sia can be seen in Nobodies and Home and Away and heard in South Park, Transparent, and Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?

Outside of acting, Sia made her feature screenwriting and directorial debut with this year's controversial Music. She also wrote original music for the soundtrack of 2018's Vox Lux. Her music can also be heard in Zootopia, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, Dumplin', Pitch Perfect 2, Fifty Shades of Grey, The Great Gatsby, Finding Dory, Dolittle, Fifty Shades Freed, Lion, Star Trek Beyond, and Wonder Woman, to name only a few movies.

Lennie James (Barnabas)

In the role of Barnabas, Lennie James joins the voice cast of Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway in a supporting turn. Most notably, James is known for playing Morgan Jones in AMC's The Walking Dead and Fear the Walking Dead. He also played the mysterious Robert Hawkins in CBS's Jericho. Additionally, James is the creator, writer, and lead actor behind Sky Atlantic's Save Me.

Furthermore, Lennie James wrote and starred in Storm Damage, resulting in a BAFTA nomination for the TV actor. His other notable TV credits include Low Winter Sun, Line of Duty, Hung, and Out of the Blue. Most recently, James lent his voice to Amazon Prime's Invincible. Additionally, in film, James can be seen in Blade Runner 2049, The Next Three Days, Get On Up, Sahara, 24 Hour Party People, Snatch, and Lost in Space.

Damon Herriman (Tom Kitten)

Also joining the vocal ensemble of Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway is Damon Herriman, who lends his voice to the role of Tom Kitten. Best known for his portrayal of Dewey Crowe in FX's Justified, Herriman gained notice for his striking portrayals of Charles Manson in Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time In Hollywood and Netflix's Mindhunter. He also starred in the title role of Punch in 2020's Judy and Punch. His other notable film credits include J. Edgar, The Nightingale, The Lone Ranger, The Water Diviner, Son of a Gun, Son of the Mask, Candy, Redbelt, House of Wax, and 100 Bloody Acres. Earlier this year, Herriman was heard in the role of Kabal in Mortal Kombat.

Additionally, on television, Damon Herriman plays a main role in FX's Mr. Inbetween. He's also in the main cast of Epix's Perpetual Grace, LTD and Showcase's Lambs of God. Earlier this year, Herriman appeared in BBC's The Serpent. The actor's other television credits include Battle Creek, Squinters, Incorporated, and The Commons.

Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway is in theaters now.

Three years ago, fans young and old were treated to a new cinematic version of the Beatrix Potter-created Peter Rabbit, with talk show host James Corden voicing the titular, mischievous bunny. Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, was greenlit just a few months after its predecessor scored big at the box office, and following a series of delays over the last year, it’s now on track to arrive in theaters this June. So what better way to celebrate the sequel’s impending arrival than with a new trailer?

Given how last year was decidedly lacking in theatrical experiences past mid-March (provided you didn’t go to a drive-thru or catch something like Tenet or The New Mutants), I imagine the crazy shenanigans on display in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway will be quite welcome to the youths seeing it on the big screen, and maybe even some of their parents. Of course, shenanigans come with the territory in these anthropomorphic animal movies, and in this sequel’s case, it has everything from a fox getting his cardio on to Peter and some of his bunny compatriots sledding down a snowy hill. No animal or human is safe from the action in this movie.

Along with James Corden reprising his Peter Rabbit duties, there are plenty of other familiar faces back for Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, including, on the voice acting front, Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, Sia and Colin Moody. Oh, and let’s not forget Domhnall Gleeson and Rose Byrne, who, in addition to voicing Mr. Jeremy Fisher and Jemima Puddle-Duck, respectively, will also return as Thomas and Bea McGregor. It’s also worth mentioning that while we won’t see Sam Neill back as Mr. McGregor in The Runaway, he will vocally reprise Tommy Brock in the Sony Pictures feature.

As for the newcomers in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, David Oyelwow will join Domhnall Gleeson and Rose Byrne in front of the cameras as Nigel Basil-Jones, the movie’s main villain. The fresh voice actors include Aimee Horne taking over the role of Cottontail Rabbit from Daisy Ridley, Hayley Atwell as Mittens, Rupert Degas as Samuel Whiskers, Ewan Leslie as Pigling Bland and Damon Herriman as Tom Kitten.

So what can we expect from Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway narratively? Well, despite Peter and the other rabbits having set up a makeshift family with Thomas and Bea, Peter keeps getting into mischief. So he decides venture out of the garden to explore the world, prompting his family to go looking for him. Behind the scenes, Will Gluck of Easy A fame reprised his directing duties and co-wrote the script with Patrick Burleigh.

Provided there are no more setbacks, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway will open on June 18, holding that opening weekend to itself in theaters, as Luca and Fatherhood are premiering on Disney+ and Netflix, respectively. If you’re curious about what else will play on the big screen later this year, look through our upcoming 2021 movies schedule.

Soccer (or football to international fans) isn’t usually a topic for American late night fodder. But as an Englishman and avid soccer/football fan, The Late Late Show’s James Corden decided to use his platform to comment on the sport he loves. Recent developments within the European Soccer League got the late night host quite riled up. This led to Corden speaking out against some owners forming a Super League, which caused the host to go viral for his impassioned football Super League speech.

For the average American, this news wasn’t a huge deal. But for many Brits (or Europeans in general), the announcement of a Super League was the latest disappointment in recent years by football owners. James Corden decided to air out his frustration over the decision on his late night talk show. The Cats star pointed out the already-established Challenger League, which is like the proposed new league. Corden broke down what this latest decision spells for the worldwide sport:

Before James Corden went on his viral rant, the owners involved in the European Super League released an official statement about the formation of the controversial league. They blamed the COVID-19 pandemic for the formation of the new soccer league. Corden responded to that argument by lamenting:

After blasting the twelve owners, James Corden recalled how foundational soccer teams and clubs are to their communities. The Golden Globe-nominated actor reminded the audience of how huge and important the sport is in Europe by stating:

James Corden’s words weren’t just that of a whining celebrity but those of a man who grew up watching and loving the sport his whole life. The Prom star was able to break down the issue in a way casual, avid and non-soccer fans could understand. Check out Corden’s full speech as posted on Twitter below:

While American audiences can be indifferent toward soccer, it was great to see James Corden voice his opinion about a sport with a long history and known for birthing worldwide superstars. Hopefully, when everything is done, soccer fans around the world, including Corden, will be heard before the league becomes a real thing. If you want to watch more from the late night host, check out The Late Late Show weeknights at 12:35 a.m. ET on CBS.

Actor and talk show host James Corden has been making people laugh for many years through his various roles on the small and big screen, and, of course, during his time as the host of The Late Late Show on CBS. While Corden's probably best known for making "Carpool Karaoke" a part of the pop culture landscape, the affable, musically-inclined entertainer is now opening up about some personal struggles with weight. Corden spoke recently to Oprah about losing weight during quarantine, and reflected on why diets never worked for him in the past.

Of course, many people have trouble with things like maintaining what they feel is a healthy weight, staying active enough and eating a balanced diet, so it's not really a surprise that James Corden has dealt with some of those issues as well. Being in the public eye can even exacerbate such feelings for many celebrities, seeing as how a lot of fans expect certain actors, models, musicians and other famous folk to look a certain way. Now, though, Corden has revealed that he's lost weight in a chat with Oprah recently, and told her:

Well, as I mentioned, and as you probably know anyway, few people on this planet haven't had at least some experience with wanting (or even truly needing) to lose weight. And, I'm sure just about as many folks, if not more, also share James Corden's thoughts on exercise. I'll never understand how mentally taxing work doesn't actually manage to burn calories, considering how worn out one can feel from reading a scholarly tome or trying to help a child understand long division, but, I digress.

Corden was asked about his weight loss journey because of a video he posted not long ago, which detailed how he'd spent roughly the past 15 years promising himself that he'd start a diet and lose some pounds at the beginning of every year, but none of those plans ever worked out in the long term. Corden continued, talking about his decision to open up, noting:

Opening up about personal struggles can be hard, especially because many people feel that we're supposed to hide the things that we feel make us weak or less than in some way. But, it sounds like James Corden has found the courage to really tackle why he hasn't been able to implement a healthier lifestyle, and he certainly got a lot of needed support from Oprah's virtual audience after speaking out. Hopefully, he'll be able to keep going and feel a lot better because of the changes he's making.

You can still watch James Corden weeknights on The Late Late Show, which airs at 12:37 a.m. EST on CBS.

This morning was an exciting one for the entertainment world, as the 2021 Golden Globe Nominations were officially announced. Awards Season has kicked off in the process, with presenters Sarah Jessica Parker and Taraji P. Henson breaking the news. While I was excited about seeing certain names on the list, I was shocked by James Corden scoring a Best Actor in a Comedy nom for his performance in The Prom. There's been a ton of negative chatter about Corden's characterization, and his nomination feels like it is part of a larger Hollywood problem.

Some backstory: The Prom hit Netflix back in December, with Ryan Murphy adapting the Broadway musical of the same name for film. Murphy assembled a killer cast to bring the story to life, including Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, Andrew Rannells, Keegan-Michael Key, and Kerry Washington. Actor and late night host James Corden also starred in the leading role of Barry Glickman. In this case, in order to play a gay man, Corden put on a lisp and swished his way around the set. It's a characterization that many LGBTQIA+ folks found a bit offensive (myself included), so it was doubly shocking to see him honored with a Golden Globe nomination.

On the one hand, I certainly understand why Ryan Murphy cast James Corden in The Prom. He's an accomplished singer/actor who has also stolen the hearts of America thanks to The Late Late Show With James Corden. But seeing Corden "play gay" with such over-the-top characteristics made for an uncomfortable viewing experience-- especially for a movie centered around queer characters and the call for acceptance.

Historically a number of straight identifying actors have received acclaim for playing gay roles. Tom Hanks won his first Oscar for Philadelphia, while Jake Gyllenhaal and the late Heath Ledger's careers were given a massive boom from Brokeback Mountain. But in the past few years there's been an ongoing conversation about the importance of representation and inclusion. In this case, seeing James Corden put on a fake lisp and attempt to be more feminine when playing a gay men felt like it lacked the nuance of other perfomances. It felt icky. And those icky feelings are somewhat exacerbated by Corden's performance being given one of the biggest honors in the film industry. It looks like Hollywood still has much more to learn.

I've got to admit that part of my feelings about James Corden in The Prom come from being a queer person myself. But when scrolling through social media, there were a number of moviegoers who were shocked by the actor's Golden Globe nom. LGBTQIA+ filmmaker Jake Wilson took to Twitter to share his disbelief, saying:

It be like that sometimes. Of course, plenty of other folks took to social media to share their disbelief about James Corden's Golden Globe nomination. After all, if any cast from The Prom member seemed like a shoe-in for a nom it was Meryl Streep. Corden being honored in this way was a shocker for many, and some users on Twitter took the time to flesh out their thoughts on the situation. Check it out below.

This is a conversation that will likely continue for the foreseeable future, as the entertainment industry continues to make strides in regards to inclusion and representation. It was just a few years ago when movement like #OscarsSoWhite highlighted the lack of ethnic diversity in major acting nominations. While the 2021 Golden Globe Nominations certainly honored more people of color, James Corden's nomination for The Prom seemingly highlights the work that still needs to be done.

We'll just have to wait and see if James Corden manages to take home a Golden Globe Award for his performance in The Prom. The Best Performance By An Actor In A Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy category is pretty stacked, so he's got major competition. He'll be competing against Sasha Baron Cohen, Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda, as well as Andy Samberg and Riz Ahmed. Considering that there's another musical in the mix (which included live vocals), the pressure is on.

The Prom is currently available on Netflix. Be sure to check out our 2021 release list to plan your next movie experience.

Late night hosting gigs on American television are typically jobs comedians try to keep for as long as they can, but for James Corden, the situation is a lot more complicated. The British funnyman has largely been in the United States since he took Broadway by storm in 2012 with his lead role in One Man Two Guvnors, but with three younger children at home, he’s apparently started to think through where he really wants to be, at least in a physical sense.

The forty-two year old has hosted The Late Late Show on CBS since 2015 and signed a contract extension in 2019 that puts him on the air through 2023. That’s a level of job security most people in the industry don’t have, but it’s apparently one James Corden is considering giving up for his personal life. Here’s what he told The Sun…

I don’t know the exact number of people who have questioned their career choices and the cities they live in during the pandemic, but I would estimate it to be like ninety percent of the human beings on Earth. There’s nothing quite like losing your freedom and the ability to see people to make you question what’s important and what you’re doing with your life. So, while most of us might not be able to relate to having a late night hosting gig on CBS, many of us can relate to personal lives and professional careers feeling like they’re pulling in different directions.

Corden has found success on The Late Late Show with Carpool Karaoke and other viral bits. The show has been nominated for some Emmys, and he’s also picked up plenty of acting roles during breaks in filming. It’s all gone pretty well, but neither he nor the show have ever jumped to that next level of popularity. Ratings have been fine enough. His acting gigs have mostly been of the “key support” variety. So, maybe a truly breakout moment could keep him around longer, but it sounds like, at this point in time, he’s really ready to go back across the pond.

Fortunately for Corden, he’s extremely popular in the UK. He appeared on the Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special back in 2019 to huge ratings, and his name always seems to be associated with plenty of rumors. He should have his pick of choices gigs if and when he returns back home. Two years is a long time, however, so we’ll just have to wait and see where his head is at when his contract is actually up. Until then, expect him to keep churning out viral content and showing up in the occasional movie. Here’s to hoping we get a few more gems like his excellent turn in Ocean’s 8 and maybe a few less like his turn in Cats.

Cats is a bad movie. Even many of the actors who worked on the film will tell you that right now. And yet, while it's been a year since we were subjected to the insanity that was the theatrical version of Cats, that very insanity has kept the movie from vanishing from the public consciousness. People still can't believe that the movie was even real. And what's more, there might be an even more insane version of the movie out there, one where all of the CGI cat people actually have visible anuses. Well, that's a sentence I just wrote.

Whether or not there actually is a "butthole cut" of the Cats movie has been a topic of some debate, but the fact that people have bothered to debate it shows just how wild it's all become. Recently, James Corden, who appears in the upcoming Netflix musical The Prom, appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where Corden's fellow late night host asked him if the infamous version of Cats actually exists. Unfortunately, Corden was unable to shed any light on the situation. He doesn't know for certain if that version of the movie exists, all he knows he that he hasn't seen it. According to Corden...

While James Corden doesn't think the existence of a "butthole cut" would save Cats, Stephen Colbert disagrees, saying he would absolutely rent such a film. And based on the interest that this theoretical version of Cats has generated, it seems more than likely that there are other people who would as well. Even if it was just curiosity, people would watch.

The whole thing started earlier this year when somebody claimed in a tweet that they knew a VFX technician who had gone through the movie Cats with the single job of removing CGI buttholes from the characters that had apparently been added previously. Universal, the studio that distributed Cats, has thus far avoided official comment, and so we don't really know if this is real or not. One anonymous member of the VFX team has stated that, while there were never actually CGI buttholes, there were occasionally CGI shots that made it appear that there were CGI buttholes. But honestly, isn't that basically the same thing?

Will we ever see this elusive version of Cats. Even if it actually exists, it seems unlikely. But honestly without any new movies to watch in 2020, I'm not sure I can blame anybody for getting slightly obsessed over one that might exist, even if, let's be serious here, nobody wants to watch that. James Corden is ultimately right, that movie isn't going to be saved, except perhaps by people who drink heavily before turning it on.

It is not too much of stretch to imagine Meryl Streep and her pal Nicole Kidman starring in a new, old-fashioned musical, yet seeing Keegan-Michael Key in the ensemble is unexpected - but welcome, nonetheless. However, those women are not the only veterans to the genre and the comedian is far from the last surprise in The Prom cast.

Directed by Glee co-creator Ryan Murphy, the film is based on a Tony-nominated hit stage show of the same name that was actually inspired by a heartwarming true story. It focuses on an Indiana teenager whose plea to take her girlfriend to the annual school dance convinces the conservative school board to cancel the event entirely. Upon hearing the news, a quartet of theater actors suffering from their own personal crises decide to give the lonely student a chance to be herself by organizing their own prom.

The bright, lavish, and socially-conscious comedy is a bit of a return to what made Ryan Murphy a household name before delving into darker territory with American Horror Story or Ratched, but for the star-studded cast, some are clearly enjoying a return to the musical scene while others are relishing in their first taste of it. So, just in time for The Prom’s premiere in theaters and on Netflix Friday, December 11, take a look at where you may recognize The Prom's talented cast, staring with one living legend who needs no introduction.

Meryl Streep (Dee Dee Allen)

Playing self-proclaimed “cultural disruptor” and self-obsessed Broadway star Dee Dee Allen in The Prom is far from Meryl Streep’s first song and dance. The three-time Oscar-winning star of Sophie’s Choice, The Post, and Steven Soderbergh’s new HBO Max exclusive Let Them All Talk got her start in theatre, which she would revisit on the big screen for cinematic adaptations of shows like Mamma Mia! (and its sequel) and Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into the Woods, as remade by Disney.

James Corden (Barry Glickman)

Said Into the Woods movie also starred James Corden as the Baker and Narrator, but, in addition to hosting the Tony Awards twice and playing Bustopher Jones in 2019’s Cats, that is merely the tip of the iceberg for his Broadway experience prior to playing performer Barry Glickman, who, like the young central character of The Prom, was rejected from his school dance as a teen, too. The British comedian has also hosted The Late Late Show on CBS since 2015 and will reprise the animated title role of the sequel to 2018’s Peter Rabbit in April 2021.

Nicole Kidman (Angie Dickinson)

The Prom is actually Nicole Kidman’s third collaboration with Meryl Streep after The Hours (which earned her an Oscar) and Big Little Lies (which earned her an Emmy) and her fourth musical film after 2001’s Moulin Rouge!, 2006’s animated Happy Feet, and 2009’s Nine. To continue our numerical theme here, the Netflix film is also the Australian actress’ second LGBT-themed film in two years after playing the unaccepting mother of a young gay man in Boy Erased and easily her funniest project within that time, as well, having done mostly dark dramas like Destroyer, Bombshell, and HBO miniseries The Undoing. However, that period also saw the Batman Forever star return to comic book flicks as Jason Momoa’s mom in Aquaman.

Andrew Rannells (Trent Oliver)

Andrew Rannells stars opposite comic book movie star Don Cheadle on Showtime’s Black Monday, but playing theatre actor Trent Oliver is a return to his roots, having led a stage career for years before his breakthrough role in The Book of Mormon - the Tony-winning musical from the creators of South Park. The openly gay Nebraskan also has an extensive voice acting career (including Pokémon), made his live action TV debut on HBO’s Girls, and has worked with The Prom director Ryan Murphy several times before, including playing himself on Glee’s series finale and one-half of a same-sex couple looking to adopt a child in the short-lived comedy The New Normal.

Kerry Washington (Mrs. Greene)

The role of homophobic PTA head Mrs. Greene in The Prom is Kerry Washington’s first role in a musical, having made her non-musical Broadway debut late after an extensive film and TV career, including Save the Last Dance, Boston Public, and playing The Thing’s blind love interest, Alicia Masters, in two Fantastic Four movies. It was in 2012 when the Little Fires Everywhere star achieved household name status as the Emmy-nominated lead of Shonda Rhimes’ political drama Scandal and reuniting with her Ray co-star Jamie Foxx in Quentin Tarantino’s pre-Civil War revenge western Django Unchained.

Keegan-Michael Key (Principal Tom Hawkins)

I may have said earlier that Keegan-Michael Key being in The Prom cast was surprising, but it is actually his second Netflix original musical this year after Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. However, The Lion King star’s role as an open-minded high school principal is a far cry from his overtly disciplinary character Mr. Garvey on Key & Peele - the popular sketch show he created and headlined with his former MadTV co-star Jordan Peele, whom he has also shared the big screen with in Keanu and Toy Story 3, to name a few so far.

Jo Ellen Pellman (Emma Nolan)

Persecuted lesbian teen Emma Nolan is the feature film debut of 24-year-old Jo Ellen Pellman, who is no stranger to the screen having appeared on HBO’s The Deuce and the Emmy-winning Amazon Prime original The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel in 2019. However, what convinced Ryan Murphy to cast the openly gay actress as the lead of The Prom was her background in theatre, which includes productions at Walnut Hills High and the University of Michigan and a stint at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts studying Shakespeare.

Ariana DeBose (Alyssa Greene)

An extensive background in theatre is also what earned Ariana DeBose the role of the Alyssa, the closeted girlfriend of Emma Nolan and daughter of Mrs. Greene, in The Prom. The 29-year-old was in the ensemble for the 2011 cast of Stephen Sondheim’s Company (which also including Neil Patrick Harris and Stephen Colbert) years before playing “The Bullet” in Lin Manuel Miranda’s blockbuster history lesson set to rap, Hamilton. Audiences could have also seen DeBose sing and dance this year as Anita in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story remake if not for Covid-19 causing it to be delayed for December 2021.

Tracey Ullman (Vera Glickman)

Other than my assumption that Vera Glickman must be related to James Corden’s character, I cannot find much about fellow Into the Woods star Tracey Ullman’s supposedly original role in The Prom. I imagine it will be a big deal once officially revealed, however, since her vast stage credits, Emmy-winning sketch comedy series (which The Simpsons is spun-off from), and spots in films like Robin Hood: Men in Tights and TV projects like the FX miniseries Mrs. America have made the 60-year-old British comedian one of the most celebrated women in entertainment.

Mary Kay Place (Grandma Bea)

Also a prolific figure in the industry is Mary Kay Place, who actually had worked previously with a few of her The Prom co-stars (namely Meryl Streep and Andrew Rannells in various projects) before playing Emma Nolan’s grandmother, Bea. Among the multi-talented actress, writer, producer, and director’s most notable credits are playing Meg in the classic ensemble dramedy The Big Chill, a distraught cuckquean in Girl, Interrupted, and the mother of Michael Cera’s crush in Youth in Revolt from 2009.

Kevin Chamberlin (Sheldon Saperstein)

Starring as Sheldon Saperstein is fellow theater-trained, Tony-nominated actor Kevin Chamberlin, whom you may not recognize by name, but have probably seen somewhere without realizing it. The 57-year-old Baltimore native made his feature film debut as an NYPD bomb squad specialist in Die Hard with a Vengeance, played a bouncer named Frank in Sam Mendes’ Road to Perdition, and had a recurring role on Heroes. He also played Gavel in The Emoji Movie alongside his The Prom co-star James Corden, but his best-known role to date might be as the Ross Family’s butler Bertram on the Debbie Ryan-led Disney Channel original series Jessie.

Logan Riley (Kaylee)

Alyssa Greene’s cheerleading squad, Kaylee (who was originally named “Mandy” in the 2016 off-Broadway run of The Prom), is played by Logan Riley. The 21-year-old actress, dancer, and model, has previously been credited under her full name (Logan Riley Hassel) in her most notable appearances, such as a love interest to Manny Rodriguez on a Season 4 episode of Modern Family and popular Bayview High School clique member Sienna on Netflix’s original Full House spin-off Fuller House.

Nico Greetham (Nick Boomer)

Playing Kaylee’s love interest is Nico Greetham, who landed his first big break as a contestant on So You Think You Can Dance in 2013 before starring in a Broadway revival of Newsies, earning a small part on Glee, and a starring role on Power Rangers Ninja Steel as one of the yellow rangers. Playing Nick Boomer in The Prom is easily the 25-year-old’s biggest role to date, despite an uncredited as appearance as a “Young Goon” in Birds of Prey in 2020.

What do you think? Are you more excited to the theatrical veterans or the rising stars in the cast of The Prom? Let us know in the comments and be sure to check back for additional information and updates on this fun musical event, as well as even more inside looks at the cast members of your movies and TV shows, here on CinemaBlend.

Ryan Murphy’s The Prom is almost here and it’s the jazz hands of movie musicals. Stacked with an incredibly-talented cast and brimming with glittery costumes, the Netflix flick may just get you off your couches this holiday season to join in on the gleeful dance numbers. The movie revolves around a group of Broadway stars who journey to a conservative town in Indiana to protest a girl’s right to go to prom with a same-sex date. Keep watch for James Corden and Jo Ellen Pellman’s dynamic in the energetic extravaganza.

Jo Ellen Pellman is a 24-year-old theatre actress who will get her moment to shine in her first film to date, The Prom. Her character, Emma Nolan, memorably bonds with James Corden’s Barry Glickman throughout the film, including with a music number where the pair sing and dance at a mall together. When CinemaBlend spoke to Pellman, she talked about how she built her relationship with the Late Late Show host on set. In her words:

How sweet! As the soon-to-be breakout star gushed, James Corden is just as sweet as he seems on television. He apparently went above and beyond to make her and Hamilton’s The Bullet, Ariana DeBos (who plays her girlfriend in The Prom), feel comfortable as they stood among some major stars. In one particularly telling instance, he took some time to FaceTime her grandmother, who was at the hospital during the filming of the big last number in the movie.

The relationship between Jo Ellen Pellman’s Emma and James Corden’s Barry is a centerpiece of The Prom, and the actress believes they had some natural chemistry from the get-go. Pellman also gets some huge scenes with Nicole Kidman, Meryl Streep and the ensemble as well as the egotistical Broadway stars help her get ready to celebrate prom, amidst their protests. The movie also stars Keegan-Michael Key, Kerry Washington, Andrew Rannells and Tracey Ullman.

The Prom has been met with overall positive reviews from critics, with Rotten Tomatoes currently setting its score at Fresh with 68%. The movie is directed by Ryan Murphy, who created Glee and has since gone on to helm the American Horror Story television franchise, along with Pose, The Politician, Hollywood and so forth. The Prom will help round out a huge Broadway year in Hollywood, that has hugely revolved around Hamilton’s huge success on Disney+.

The Prom hits Netflix on Friday, December 11. Check out what else is coming out before the new year on CinemaBlend and stay tuned for more exclusive interviews.

Everytime we learn something new about Tom Hooper’s Cats, the more we start to think that the version released in theaters was actually less terrifying than what could have been. A few VFX artists have already spilled about the alleged “Butthole Cut” that at one time existed… which is literally just Cats, but the cast has visible buttholes. Andrew Lloyd Webber is spilling the milk about Bustopher Jones too, as evidently that aspect of the movie somehow could have been worse.

The composer held a live commentary of the filmed 1998 version of Cats in memory of his poor cat Mika, who was run over by a car last month. During the sequence, Andrew Lloyd Webber took some time to rant about James Corden’s portrayal in the 2019 musical. In his words:

Andrew Lloyd Webber went on to explain T.S. Eliot’s intentions when he wrote the character of Bustopher Jones in his ‘30s poem collection, which Webber put to music for the Broadway musical. Eliot wrote Bustopher as a “wonderful observation” about a kind of Edwardian gentleman found on St. James Street in central London back in the day.

Andrew Lloyd Webber reminisced about a real man called P. Chadwyck-Healey he had met once who would have made a good Bustopher. It sounds like James Corden’s version directly violated the original vision for the character. Webber doesn’t name the late night host, but these are the words that really give away he’s talking all about 2019’s Cats:

Oops! That's definitely a slight at James Corden’s portrayal. Just take a look at the scene – it’s filled with gags that bring attention to the cat’s size and often pokes fun as his taste for devouring scraps:

Seesaw accounted for! With a look back on the 1998 stage version of Bustopher Jones’ song, you can see what Andrew Lloyd Webber means. James Barron’s version gives off a sense of dignity and poshness that is completely lost in Tom Hooper’s version. Check it out:

And of course now we want to know what the “worst of them” was that Andrew Lloyd Webber managed to get removed from the film. James Corden’s scene is just one of many issues one could take with the 2019 box office bomb.

The CGI work was publicly mocked since the first trailer dropped, leading Tom Hooper to make changes to the film up until the week of the film’s premiere, and even after it had arrived in theaters. Anonymous VFX crew members have claimed working on the film for Tom Hooper was “almost slavery” full of 90-hour work weeks and a rushed production.

At least James Corden’s does't sound like he's too proud of it either. The Late Late host reportedly hasn’t even seen Cats following the viral response. Corden will next lend his voice to Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, hitting theaters on January 15, 2021, and the Netflix musical adaptation Prom.

James Corden caused quite a stir online back in late January (Awww...remember January?) when someone caught him taping a Carpool Karaoke segment with Justin Bieber on camera, and it was revealed that The Late Late Show host wasn't actually driving. Instead, the vehicle they were in was being towed by another car, so it would give the appearance that Corden was truly manning the SUV as he and Bieber sang along to some of the pop star's hits. Well, we now have a full explanation for why Corden didn't drive for that particular taping.

While it seems a bit silly (especially now) that people were upset at finding out that James Corden wasn't driving Justin Bieber around Los Angeles, many fans really, really were disappointed and took to Twitter to let everyone know it. Corden came out a few days later and noted that while he usually does drive (totally and for real) during tapings of the Carpool Karaoke segment, there have been some instances where it was deemed unsafe, so the car is towed, just like in this Bieber case.

James Corden was a guest on The Ellen Degeneres Show recently, and spoke about that now infamous incident, and if you were one of the Late Late Show fans who was pissed at Corden for not driving, you might feel a teensy bit bad about it now. Here's what he had to say:

See? The man was in pain, you guys. Plus, it wasn't just regular pain, but literal eyeball pain. The kind that would possibly make it very difficult to drive safely. Clearly, the best decision really was to have James Corden mimic driving while their vehicle was being towed. I mean, close enough, right?

You might be wondering why James Corden was dealing with eye pain during his Carpool Karaoke taping with Justin Bieber, and he did explain that as well. Fans will know that, at the end of April, Corden had to forgo filming The Late Late Show remotely for a few days after having surgery on his eye. As Corden explained it on Ellen, this was actually an old injury from a play the sometime actor did a few years ago, where he hurt his eye during a performance.

After seeing a doctor when the eye injury first occurred, and successfully getting it to clear up, the issue became inflamed again about a year ago. This "little scratch on my eyeball," as Corden called it, led to him seeing doctors a lot over the past year, and by the time his Carpool Karaoke with Justin Bieber came around, the injury was causing enough difficulty for Corden that it was decided he probably couldn't drive them around as safely as necessary.

James Corden went on to say that when he woke up one morning last month and couldn't open his eye, he called his doctor, who got him in immediately, and told him he'd need surgery that day. You can watch Corden discuss his whole eyeball ordeal, below:

Man. I'm just glad that James Corden seems to be completely OK now. Aren't you? Yeah...I know you are! While it will, obviously, be a while before we'll get to see any new Carpool Karaoke videos, at least we know now that Corden is usually driving, and when he isn't there's a very good reason.

You can keep up with The Late Late Show with James Corden weeknights at 12:37 a.m., and on CBS All Access. For more on what to watch in the meantime, be sure to check out our 2020 Netflix guide and see what's coming to TV this summer.

The production shutdowns in March changed the way that late night talk shows handled themselves, leaving behind studio audiences in order for hosts like Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon to film episodes from the comfort of their homes. The Late Late Show's James Corden is no exception, though he won’t be attending to his hosting duties for a while for a different reason. The host has alerted fans that The Late Late Show is on hiatus from CBS now due to Corden having recently had surgery.

Following in the footsteps of all other late night hosts, James Corden began conducting his interviews from home, having set up a pretty decent office space from inside his garage. With his desk, signature mug, and those cabinets behind him, fans could almost believe that everything was business as usual. However, the variety show will be taking a break for a bit. Corden updated fans on Twitter, explaining why The Late Late Show would be off the air. Here’s what he wrote:

James Corden didn’t offer any further details about why he needed to have the eye surgery, nor when The Late Late Show would be back on CBS. I imagine that the operation being “minor” in nature means that Corden won’t need an incredibly lengthy recovery period. His post confirms that he isn’t up for working for a “few nights” at the most, but there's still no concrete return date set.

Many viewers are finding solace in watching late night and traditional scripted television in these unprecedented times, which is being reflected in the higher-than-usual ratings. However, James Corden’s break offers him some much-needed healing time, so if it means having a few nights of The Late Late Show repeats, then it’s all good.

Below is one of many responses from James Corden's fans that also worked in images/GIFs of the K-pop group BTS, who showed up on Carpool Karaoke some weeks back.

James Corden most recently starred in the film adaptation of the musical Cats, which was a critical failure and received a 21% aggregated score on Rotten Tomatoes. The special effects were a mess and were updated even after the film’s initial release in theaters. To his credit, Corden says he doesn’t regret being in the film because he “had a really great time” making the movie.

We here at CinemaBlend hope that James Corden has a full recovery. Stay tuned for updates. In the meantime, be sure to check out our 2020 summer premiere guide.