Get ready, entertainment fans! Variety’s esteemed series, "Actors on Actors," is back with a bang for its 21st season, bringing together some of the most enchanting talents from this year’s award season. Prepare for a star-studded experience that you won’t want to miss!

This season promises electrifying matchups, including a highly anticipated tête-à-tête between pop icon Ariana Grande and rising star Paul Mescal, feeding into the excitement of their recent projects. Prepare for a riveting exchange between beloved actors Andrew Garfield and Ryan Reynolds, whose chemistry is sure to light up your screens.

Moreover, the season features powerhouse performers Angelina Jolie and Cynthia Erivo, both set to share their experiences and insights from their roles in the highly awaited musical adaptations of "Maria" and "Wicked." Their conversation is bound to be a highlight, showcasing the depth and passion they bring to their art.

Mark your calendars! The annual "Actors on Actors" issue will be hitting newsstands on December 11, while the stimulating conversations will start rolling out online on December 9 across Variety’s platforms, with a new episode released each day for 12 consecutive days.

Variety’s co-editor-in-chief Ramin Setoodeh expressed excitement over this season, sharing, “I’m thrilled for our readers to witness our best season of ‘Actors on Actors’ yet. With interviews from stars of upcoming blockbusters like ‘Wicked,’ ‘Gladiator II,’ ‘Emilia Perez,’ and ‘Queer,’ our franchise continues to be the must-see highlight of awards season.”

Fans can look forward to four special broadcast episodes airing on PBS SoCal on January 9 from 8 to 10 PM, with encore presentations slated across public television channels nationwide and on the WORLD Channel (check local listings for availability). All episodes will also be available to stream on pbssocal.org and through the PBS App following their initial premieres.

Don’t miss out on the conversations that will define the awards season – these stars are ready to share their stories! Are you ready to tune in?