Back To One Creators & Guests

Peter Rinaldi is a filmmaker, writer, and host of Back To One, Filmmaker Magazine's actors-on-acting podcast.

Shea Whigham is an actor. He is best known for portraying Elias "Eli" Thompson in the drama series "Boardwalk Empire." He also appeared in the first season of "True Detective" and the third season of "Fargo," and in numerous films, including "Wristcutters: A Love Story," "Take Shelter," "Silver Linings Playbook," "American Hustle," "The Wolf of Wall Street," "Kong: Skull Island," "First Man," "Vice," "Joker," "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," and "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One." He appeared as Agent Michael Stasiak in "Fast & Furious," "Fast & Furious 6," and "F9."

Jim Cummings is an actor, screenwriter, director, and producer.

Billy Magnussen is an actor. He has played roles in Into the Woods, Birth of the Dragon, Game Night, Aladdin, and No Time to Die.

Taran Killam is an actor, comedian, and writer. He is best known for his television work on shows such as The Amanda Show, Wild 'n Out, Mad TV, and Saturday Night Live.

Jason Mantzoukas is a versatile actor, comedian, and writer known for his sharp wit and memorable character roles. Born in Nahant, Massachusetts, Mantzoukas has made significant contributions to television and film, with notable roles in "The League" (2009-2015), "Parks and Recreation" (2011-2015), and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" (2013-2021). His distinctive voice has led to numerous voice acting roles in animated series such as "Big Mouth" (2017-present) and "Invincible" (2021-present). Mantzoukas is also a co-host of Earwolf’s popular podcast "How Did This Get Made?" where he humorously critiques bad movies. He continues to entertain audiences with his unique comedic style and dynamic performances.

Renate Reinsve is an actress.

Stacy Martin is an actress, known for her role in the film, Nymphomaniac.

Willem Dafoe is an acclaimed actor known for his versatility and intense performances. Born in Appleton, Wisconsin, Dafoe's career spans over four decades, featuring roles in iconic films such as "Platoon" (1986), for which he received his first Academy Award nomination, "The Last Temptation of Christ" (1988), and "Spider-Man" (2002). His work with renowned directors like Martin Scorsese, Lars von Trier, and Wes Anderson has showcased his range and commitment to challenging roles. Dafoe has received multiple Oscar nominations, including for his performances in "The Florida Project" (2017) and "At Eternity's Gate" (2018). He continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances in both mainstream and independent films.

Kathryn Hahn is a celebrated American actress and comedian known for her dynamic range and captivating performances. She first gained attention for her role as Lily Lebowski on the television series "Crossing Jordan." Hahn has since built a diverse filmography, with notable roles in films such as "Step Brothers," "Bad Moms," and "Private Life," where her performances have garnered critical acclaim. On television, she has shined in series like "Transparent," "Mrs. Fletcher," and her standout role as Agatha Harkness in the Marvel series "WandaVision," earning widespread praise. Hahn's ability to seamlessly transition between comedy and drama has made her a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Richard Rankin is a Scottish film, television, and theatre actor.

Michael Kenneth Williams is an actor, he played Omar Little on the HBO drama series The Wire and Albert "Chalky" White on the HBO series Boardwalk Empire.

Cassidy Freeman is an actor and musician, known for roles as Tess Mercer in The CW's superhero drama "Smallville," Amber Gemstone in the HBO series "The Righteous Gemstones," and Cady Longmire in A&E's modern western "Longmire."Freeman received degrees in theater and Spanish from Middlebury College.

Lea Katherine Thompson is an actress, director, and television producer.

Christopher John Grace is an American actor. His most well known roles are as Eric Forman in That '70s Show, Eddie Brock in Spider-Man 3, Getty in Interstellar, Adrian Yates in American Ultra, and David Duke in BlacKkKlansman.

Tuppence Middleton is an actress.

John Pollono is a playwright

Jurnee Smollett is an Actress.

Clancy Brown is an actor and voice actor.