Garret Dillahunt | From "Deadwood" to Prime Video's "Sprung" | Getting Sprung

Garret Dillahunt | From "Deadwood" to Prime Video's "Sprung" | Getting Sprung

Author: Marc Preston Productions, LLC August 23, 2022 Duration: 41:06
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Garret Dillahunt.  In addition to being a seasoned stage actor who has spent some time on Broadway, Garret has also been lending his talents to film and television projects for years.  He has appeared in films such as No Country For Old Men, 12 Years a Slave and Ambulance.  His extensive television resume includes shows like Raising Hope, Deadwood, Justified, The Mindy Project and Fear The Walking Dead.  Most recently, he can be seen on film in Where The Crawdads Sing, as well as Blonde.   Now, Garret can be seen in the first show that he has also executive produced - Sprung!  This is one of the first original shows for the streaming platform, Freevee.  Though Garret likes to stay busy sharing his talents on screen, he took a break to sit down with us to talk story on this episode of Story & Craft.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS0:07:56 - TV Show Episode Release Strategy0:10:01 - Transitioning From Journalism to Acting0:12:31 - Exploring the Versatility of Voice Acting0:17:46 - Balancing Stage and Screen Work0:24:17 - Acting Career and Changing Industry Trends0:25:51 - The Influence of YouTube on Storytelling0:28:41 - Aspirations and Evolving Roles in Acting0:31:37 - Seven QuestionsListen and subscribe on your favorite podcast app.  Also, check out the show and sign up for the newsletter at www.storyandcraftpod.com....#podcast #interview #GarretDillahunt #Actor #Sprung #AmazonFreevee #Freevee #Comedy #FearTWD #Deadwood #Justified #actor #acting #actorslife #storyandcraft #voiceover

For over thirty years, Marc Preston has worked from both sides of the microphone, building a career as an actor and a nationally syndicated radio host. That unique perspective informs every conversation on Story and Craft with Marc Preston. This isn't a standard interview podcast; it's a series of deep, meandering, and genuinely connective dialogues. Marc's endless curiosity drives him to explore not just what his guests have done, but how and why they do it. He sits down with a compelling roster of creative minds-actors from film and television, voiceover artists, writers, musicians, and cultural influencers-to unpack the fascinating, often unseen work behind their public personas. Listeners are brought directly into a discussion that feels like eavesdropping on a great chat between old friends, one that naturally veers from technical craft to personal philosophy. The result is consistently entertaining and offers unexpected insights into the worlds of comedy, culture, and storytelling. Each episode of this podcast reveals the nuanced decisions, the years of practice, and the personal stories that shape art and performance. You'll hear about the awkward auditions, the breakthrough moments, and the simple love for the work that sustains a creative life. It’s that blend of professional insight and human experience that defines the podcast, making it a rewarding listen for anyone interested in the intersection of art, society, and the discipline required to excel.
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