Ben Barnes Talks Working with Guillermo Del Toro, "Songs For You" Album, and Dream Musical Roles

If you could star in one musical what would it be? Shadow and Bone star Ben Barnes sits down with Nerdist’s Rachel Heine to talk about what it’s like working with Guillermo del Toro, his debut album and songwriting process, and his dream musical roles on today’s episode of Nerdist Now!

[@thyop89]

I really get the sense that this guy has such a healthy mental attitude. Serius props to his parents. It's so refreshing to see an actor like him.

[@eliminator173]

This dude as Jigsaw in Punisher was freaking awesome. Miss that show

[@daltond335]

It's a sin that their isn't a 3rd season

[@ladymsthing6056]

He is a great villain! I liked him in Shadow and Bone.

[@wendyonthefly]

I love watching this interview (multiple times). She brings Ben out to share more of himself and he is more ready to do that. That is why his fan base is sooooo huge. 2mil now on Instagram. I like hearing his personal views on things, sharing himself more.

[@dianamartinez1962]

He looked really comfortable and even shared some personal experiences... I loved this interview! She created a wonderful connection with him throughout every question

[@mehwish7558]

Someone put him in a Jane Austen adaptation please!!! I want him as frederick Wentworth

[@tonymyers1756]

Ben Barnes should be the next James Bond.

[@laviniasnow4494]

Or at least a Bond villain.

[@annaritapilo2324]

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[@callme_xe]

BEN BARNES WORKING WITH GUILLIERMO DEL TORO 😱😍

[@leila8562]

Same reaction!! 🤜🤛😱😱🤩🤩🤩

[@thyop89]

Yeah, that's an absolute dream. Can't wait to see what he will get to show us under the helm of a auteur like Del Toro. Ben Barnes is always brilliant in whatever he's in but, working with a master of gothic horror like Guillermo Del Toro is going to be really exciting. I hope it gets him even more recognition. He really deserves it.

[@callme_xe]

@@thyop89 yeah! I think that must be a true challange for him, something he has never worked on before! Can't wait 😍🙏🏻

[@GameWizard001]

It's so cool Rachel got to interview him. I just bought the album due to this, can't wait to listen to it.

[@keishajackson4054]

I love this interview. Thank you both so much. Keep spreading hope and love!!! We ARE out here listening!!!!!

[@kaoutardaoudi2338]

MY now I want a movie of anya taylor joy and Ben Barnes , my fav ever

[@cyraleeloo]

great interview... thanks for this.

[@peskylisa]

I'd love to talk to him!

[@maureenagnes6675]

When is the cabin of curiosities released?and if it will be released in Netflix?

[@angelique.perkins]

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[@szxrs]

Ben would make a great Alexander Hamilton

[@toonmili03]

Can he rap?

[@SPIRITTIGER14]

You were in Toronto ... sigh ... didn't know ... :-(

[@ldybelle99]

How about Jekyll & Hyde, or Guys & Dolls?

[@kellydriscoll4382]

Oh Guys and Dolls would be fantastic. The Producers as well.

[@jynniferspencer861]

Maybe My Fair Lady?