Glen Powell Leads Tonight’s Graham Norton Show Line-Up
Hollywood’s most charming new leading man, Glen Powell, headlines tonight’s Graham Norton Show (Friday 7 November 2025, BBC One, 10:40 pm). The actor joins Graham to discuss his much-anticipated new film The Running Man, alongside an all-star line-up featuring Michelle Yeoh, Rosamund Pike, Jack Whitehall, and Ed Sheeran, who will perform live.
Glen Powell: From Rom-Com Star to Action Hero
After winning audiences over in Top Gun: Maverick and the global rom-com hit Anyone But You, Glen Powell takes a darker turn in The Running Man. The action thriller, directed by Baby Driver filmmaker Edgar Wright, reimagines Stephen King’s dystopian story about a man forced to survive a deadly televised manhunt.
Powell stars as Ben Richards, a desperate everyman thrown into a brutal reality show where contestants must evade professional killers to win their freedom. The film blends adrenaline-fuelled spectacle with social commentary, offering Powell the chance to flex both his action and dramatic chops.
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On Norton’s sofa, expect Powell to share behind-the-scenes stories from the physically demanding shoot, what it was like working with Wright’s kinetic directing style, and how it felt stepping into a role once played by Arnold Schwarzenegger. With buzz already calling The Running Man one of the year’s most intense thrillers, Powell is entering a new league of stardom.
Michelle Yeoh: Magic, Music, and “Wicked” Returns
Next up is Academy Award-winner Michelle Yeoh, who continues her astonishing career reinvention with the fantasy musical Wicked: For Good. Reprising her role as the formidable Madame Morrible, Yeoh joins the sequel to 2024’s record-breaking Wicked adaptation.
Having conquered drama, action and sci-fi, Yeoh now lends her voice and gravitas to one of musical theatre’s most iconic stories. On The Graham Norton Show, she’s expected to discuss learning to sing on screen, her love of big-scale storytelling, and why Wicked’s themes of power and morality resonate so strongly today.
Rosamund Pike: Sleight of Hand and Star Power
Rosamund Pike returns to the spotlight with Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, the latest chapter in the stylish illusionist-heist franchise. Joining a starry ensemble that includes Jesse Eisenberg and Woody Harrelson, Pike plays a new character whose motives blur the line between magic and manipulation.
Known for her icy intelligence and magnetic performances in Gone Girl and I Care a Lot, Pike adds an edge of mystery to the new film. Viewers can expect her to share her fascination with the art of deception and how she approached joining an already beloved series.
Jack Whitehall: From Comedy to Crime
Adding some trademark British humour to the couch, comedian and actor Jack Whitehall drops by to promote his new thriller series Malice. The show, set to debut on Prime Video this month, sees Whitehall playing a journalist who becomes embroiled in a sinister conspiracy—his most dramatic role yet.
Known for his quick wit and self-deprecating charm, Whitehall is sure to bring laughs while reflecting on stepping out of his comfort zone. Expect stories about working with co-stars David Duchovny and Carice van Houten, and perhaps a few tongue-in-cheek takes on fatherhood or fame.
Ed Sheeran: A Live Performance from His New Album Play
Rounding out the show, global music superstar Ed Sheeran will perform his latest single Camera, taken from his recently released album Play. The track has been praised for its nostalgic tone and stripped-back acoustic production, marking a return to Sheeran’s intimate singer-songwriter roots.
As always, Ed is expected to share personal insights into his creative process, life on tour, and how he continues to evolve as one of the world’s most successful recording artists.
Why Tonight’s Episode Is Unmissable
Tonight’s Graham Norton Show delivers the perfect blend of Hollywood glamour, sharp British wit, and live music. From Glen Powell’s action-hero transformation to Michelle Yeoh’s magical musical turn, the episode offers something for everyone—blockbuster fans, TV buffs, and pop-music lovers alike.
For anyone looking to keep up with 2025’s biggest stars and upcoming releases, this is the Graham Norton Show episode you don’t want to miss.