Ep 115. Conan at Comic Con - The Cast Of "X-Men: Apocalypse", Peter Capaldi
- July 11, 2015
Conan at Comic Con - The Cast Of "X-Men: Apocalypse", Peter Capaldi is the 115th episode of season 5 of Conan, a late-night talk show hosted by Conan O'Brien. In this episode, Conan goes to San Diego Comic-Con and interviews the cast of X-Men: Apocalypse, including James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, and Oscar Isaac. He also interviews Peter Capaldi, the actor who plays the Twelfth Doctor in the popular British TV show Doctor Who.
The show opens with a comedic skit in which Conan, dressed as a superhero, tries to sneak past security into Comic-Con. He is caught by a security guard, who turns out to be none other than Peter Capaldi. After a brief exchange, Conan is allowed to enter the convention center.
Conan then sits down with the cast of X-Men: Apocalypse and asks them about their experiences making the movie. They discuss their characters, the special effects, and the challenges of playing superheroes. Jennifer Lawrence jokes about how she used to dress up as Mystique for Halloween when she was a kid. Oscar Isaac talks about how his character, Apocalypse, is a different kind of villain than what we've seen before in the X-Men movies.
The conversation then turns to a discussion of the X-Men comics and their impact on popular culture. James McAvoy talks about how he used to read the comics when he was younger and how much he loved them. Michael Fassbender adds that the comics have always been a way to explore bigger themes and issues.
After the interview with the X-Men cast, Conan sits down with Peter Capaldi. They discuss Capaldi's time on Doctor Who and his approach to playing the iconic character. They also talk about his other roles, including his recent turn as the villain in the movie Paddington.
Throughout the episode, there are also various comedic skits and segments related to Comic-Con. Conan visits the convention floor and speaks to fans dressed in elaborate costumes. He also creates his own superhero character, "The Flaming C," with the help of comic book artist Jim Lee.
Overall, Conan at Comic Con - The Cast Of "X-Men: Apocalypse", Peter Capaldi is an entertaining and informative episode that will appeal to fans of Conan, X-Men, and Comic-Con in general. The interviews are engaging and insightful, and the comedic segments add a lighthearted touch to the proceedings. Whether you're a die-hard comic book fan or just looking for a fun late-night talk show to watch, this episode is well worth checking out.
