Louis Theroux to interview Stormzy for new 6-part BBC series
The popular documentarian says it is "something very different to the kind of TV I normally make".
Louis Theroux is to front a new series in which he will interview some of the "most iconic names in the world of entertainment", the BBC has revealed.
The BBC Two series – which has been given the working title The Louis Theroux Interviews – will begin with an episode that sees the popular documentarian join multi-award-winning musician Stormzy on tour and at home.
According to the BBC, the episode will offer viewers "an in-depth and personally revealing encounter", which will bring them "up close to one of the biggest stars in the UK today".
Guests for further episodes have not yet been announced, but there will be six instalments in total with further names to be revealed in due course.
Each episode will include a combination of one-on-one interviews and Theroux's more immersive trademark style, as he shadows some of the world's most well-known cultural figures.
Describing the series as "something very different to the kind of TV I normally make", Theroux said he was very excited about the prospect of meeting figures he admires.
"This will be a chance to meet and spend time with people I admire, getting to know them, having long-form and revealing conversations, with honesty, emotion, and humour," he said.
"To be kicking off with the genius that is Stormzy is proper pinch-me stuff. I can’t wait to get going."
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"Louis is one of the most distinctive voices in broadcasting and his unique interview style, warmth, and curiosity help bring out incredible life stories from those he meets," commented Clare Sillery, the BBC's Head of Commissioning for Documentaries, History, and Religion.
"I am pleased to see him returning with a series that I’m sure will deliver insightful and memorable conversations and bring viewers closer to some of the most exciting names who are shaping culture in Britain today and across the world .”
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Patrick Cremona is the Senior Film Writer at Radio Times, and looks after all the latest film releases both in cinemas and on streaming. He has been with the website since October 2019, and in that time has interviewed a host of big name stars and reviewed a diverse range of movies.
