Empire — January 2021

From the strange new corners of the Marvel universe to a farewell to Sean Connery, Empire — January 2021 brings together the film and television conversations that defined the moment. This issue pairs interviews and on-set perspectives with reviews and a look back at a year when screen entertainment took on an unexpected importance.

Inside the television special

Marvel’s WandaVision leads the issue’s television coverage, with the cast and creative team discussing the series’ distinctive turn from the familiar Marvel screen world. Elsewhere, the magazine looks at shows including The Third Day, Devs, and I Hate Suzie, alongside a special focused on the people making television.

A tribute to Sean Connery

The issue remembers Connery’s long career with a dedicated tribute, reflecting on his place in cinema beyond his best-known role as James Bond. It’s a substantial feature within an issue that also makes room for filmmaker and actor conversations, including George Clooney on his career and The Midnight Sky.

Film stories, from set visits to new releases

Coverage ranges across Chloé Zhao’s Nomadland, Regina King’s One Night in Miami, and Monster Hunter, alongside features on films such as Pieces of a Woman and Mank. The mix gives the issue room for both production stories and discussion of performances and filmmaking choices.

Looking back at cinema in 2020

Alongside its television focus, Empire considers the year in film and includes reviews, a viewing guide, and other regular magazine features. For readers interested in the screen culture of late 2020, this January issue offers a varied snapshot of the films, series, and creative voices drawing attention at the time.