CNN and Variety Partner for ‘Actors on Actors’ Oscars Edition
NEW YORK – November 20, 2025 – CNN and Variety announced today a partnership to produce a special edition of Variety’s acclaimed “Actors on actors” series, focusing on Oscar nominees. The program will feature intimate, one-on-one conversations between leading contenders for the Academy awards.
“Actors on Actors” is known for its unscripted and revealing discussions, offering unique insights into the craft of acting and the experiences of those nominated for Hollywood‘s highest honor. this collaboration extends the reach of the popular series to CNN’s broad audience across television, streaming, and online platforms.
CNN reaches more individuals than any other cable news institution in the United States, and CNN International is distributed in over 200 countries and territories worldwide. CNN is also the #1 online news destination, reaching over 140 million people globally each month. Variety, established in 1905, is the leading entertainment news brand, serving industry professionals and enthusiasts alike.
The “Actors on Actors” Oscars Edition will be available across CNN’s platforms, including CNN, CNN International, and CNN en Español channels via Pay TV, as well as streaming on CNN.com, CNN apps, HBO Max, and discovery+.
Press inquiries can be directed to Jordan.Overstreet@CNN.com or Sophie.Tran@CNN.com.
