Series synopsis
Who's Talking to Chris Wallace? is an American talk television series that premiered on CNN on September 23, 2022. It ended on November 15, 2024. It stars Chris Wallace.
CNN anchor Chris Wallace, one of the most highly-respected journalists of our time, moves outside of politics to explore his wide range of interests across the spectrum of news, sports, entertainment, art and culture through candid conversations that are smart, sensible, and in-depth, guided by one of the best interviewers in the business. He seeks light, not heat.
Premise
CNN anchor Chris Wallace, one of the most highly-respected journalists of our time, moves outside of politics to explore his wide range of interests across the spectrum of news, sports, entertainment, art and culture through candid conversations that are smart, sensible, and in-depth, guided by one of the best interviewers in the business. He seeks light, not heat.
Premise: Discourse. Not discord.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Chris Wallace as Self - Host
Guest cast
- Stephen Breyer as Self
- Tyler Perry as Self
- Shania Twain as Self
- Alex Rodriguez as Self
- José Andrés Puerta as Self
- Judd Apatow as Self
- Mark Cuban as Self
- Clive Davis as Self
- Rochelle Walensky as Self
- James Patterson as Self
- Eric Adams as Self
- Meghan Trainor as Self
Episodes
This series spans 5 seasons with 112 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 30 | September 23, 2022 | December 9, 2022 |
| Season 2 | 20 | January 5, 2023 | March 17, 2023 |
| Season 3 | 22 | April 27, 2023 | July 28, 2023 |
| Season 4 | 10 | September 28, 2023 | December 1, 2023 |
| Season 5 | 30 | January 19, 2024 | November 15, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Stephen Breyer Chris Wallace talks exclusively to recently retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer about the future of the court in his first television interview since retirement. |
September 23, 2022 |
| 2 |
Tyler Perry Actor, Director and Producer Tyler Perry sits down with Chris Wallace to talk about his early years, his latest project and the future of his most popular character Madea. |
September 23, 2022 |
| 3 |
Shania Twain Chris Wallace speaks with Singer Shania Twain about her life, her struggles and her career as a global pop sensation. |
September 23, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
James Cameron Filmmaker James Cameron joins Chris Wallace to discuss his blockbuster Avatar 2 and how he uses art and technology as part of his creative process. |
January 6, 2023 |
| 2 |
Hugh Jackman Chris Wallace talks with actor, singer and dancer Hugh Jackman for a lively conversation about his career on Broadway and the big screen. |
January 6, 2023 |
| 3 |
Andy Cohen Bravo TV’s Andy Cohen sits down with Chris Wallace to dish on pop culture, real life and reality television. |
January 13, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Bernie Sanders Chris Wallace sits down with Senator Bernie Sanders to talk about any possible compromises with Republicans, as well as this week’s reelection announcement from President Biden, whom Sanders challenged for the Democratic nomination in 2020. |
April 28, 2023 |
| 2 |
Carol Burnett Comedy legend Carol Burnett joins Chris Wallace. She reflects on her decades in show business, her timeless TV show and her thoughts on the current state of comedy. |
April 28, 2023 |
| 3 |
Economic Crisis Chris Wallace sits down with Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) known for working across the aisle for a conversation about the debt ceiling and how to avoid an economic crisis. |
May 5, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Oliver Stone Chris Wallace is joined by director Oliver Stone who expresses doubts about JFK’s assassination, defends Vladimir Putin, and reminisces on his films. |
September 29, 2023 |
| 2 |
Al Michaels Famed sports broadcaster Al Michaels joins Chris to talk about his career filled with memorable moments as the voice for generations of sports fans. |
October 6, 2023 |
| 3 |
Jon Batiste Chris Wallace is joined by musician Jon Batiste for a piano-side conversation at the famed Juilliard School. |
October 13, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Jon Hamm on Hamm joins to talk about one of his best-known roles on Mad Men, how he avoided being typecast and what he learned working alongside Tom Cruise. |
January 19, 2024 |
| 2 |
Drew Carey Comedian and The Price is Right host Drew Carey joins Chris Wallace to share game show strategy and advice from famed host Bob Barker. |
January 26, 2024 |
| 3 |
Melissa Etheridge Melissa Etheridge talks about her iconic sound and memorable songs, her coming-out story and how she turned pain into purpose. |
February 2, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CNN |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 23, 2022 |
| Last aired | November 15, 2024 |
| Status | ended |