The Graham Norton Show (FULL) S20E20: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, James Blunt.

AKA the bet episode ever.

[@MLD.Ltd.]

No one else on the planet can get away with butt-cheek slapping Hugh Jackman and mouth-on-mouth kissing Sir Patrick Stuart, other than the one and only, Sir Ian McKellen

[@CalicoJackal]

Yajie Liu To be fair, I think he kissed him on the cheek. But even if it was mouth-to-mouth, he would have gotten away with it because he is Sir Ian McKellen.

[@avaron100]

A lot of men give a peck on the lips as a greeting, have you never heard about the socialist fraternal kiss?

[@Edward69Cotton]

I live in Georgia (country) and we kiss each other on the cheek while handshake as a greeting. it a common thing here..

[@DaveSlaz]

@@CalicoJackal Nope, Straight on the lips, x

[@KD-kl4sx]

@@DaveSlaz I can concur

[@schawdaya]

*Ian patting Patrick* "It's about time you died" LOL. Love their friendship

[@ANKITPANDEY-vm8kx]

Sir Ian McKellen is one of the most Adorable human being on the face of this fucking planet.

[@hisoka1017]

ANKIT PANDEY yes just like robin Williams :( RIP

[@TempleGreen]

Yes.

[@Slask7]

He's like the grandfather everyone would want.

[@indie1388]

Amen 🙏

[@patrickwebb7388]

on the face of this FUCKED planet

[@annab5369]

The amount of platonic male love in this is making my heart swell. Gay and straight, doesn’t matter-just good friends who take comfort in physical touch. Truly beautiful.

[@npm2457]

Beautiful comment

[@veethomson6179]

You said it way better than I could ... but I also love to see this ... women give each other a peck on the lips to greet each other as friends, so refreshing to see men to it as well. Where it shouldn't be 'refreshing' and just the norm!

[@graxxor]

Men entirely comfortable and confident in their masculinity, as it should be... It's one of the things I have to be careful about going to the UK after living here in Asia for over 25 years... Men are a lot more physically comfortable in close proximity over here than where I grew up.

[@AlexGonzalez-ye4fs]

Yes yes yes 😊

[@anthonygordon9483]

Any straight man that has confidence in himself does not care about gay people and flirting. Its only the closet gay straight guys that feel uncomfortable. And Acting and the Arts in general is dominated by gay men so its something you got to be use to or just dont do.

[@conyo985]

“A wizard is never late, nor is he early, he arrives precisely when he means to.” When Ian McKellen arrived.

[@user-qt1xt1iw8k]

In this he is Magneto and not the Gray Wizard.

[@rubynutman]

This is my favourite episode of the Graham Norton Show ever. Simply because these are three talented, humble, down-to-earth and hilarious actors who have a wonderful friendship as well as respect and admiration for one anothers ability to act.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

& James Blunt.

[@rubynutman]

Yeah I know,@@unowen-nh9ov James Blunts twitter comments made me LMAO.

[@johankaewberg8162]

I love that Sir Patrick just gently reached out and touched Hugh’s arm. That is real human emotion.

[@wishingonthemoon1]

This is so authentic and emotional. I just love how vulnerable the men are being.

[@livb6945]

Yes, all of them, Blunt included

[@kb4903]

They never are like this on American shows.

[@karenjaquish2086]

The magic of Graham

[@dianedrews7892]

Such class.

[@markpalmer8083]

British and Australian

[@peacenow4456]

Sir Ian, you are more than Oscar worthy, you have my vote, but you dear man, are iconic and that lasts forever...

[@luizpaulonm]

These 3 actors are part of my childhood, teenagehood and adulthood. I love them. They are my mutants. They made me laugh, they made me cry and laugh so bad. This is my favorite interview. The love and respect they have for each other is just so moving.

[@kingy002]

Nice comment Luiz, and I agree with you.

[@JMurdochNZ]

Three absolute legends. Pure uncut chemistry and natural comedic chops.

[@cesarpanda]

Uncut 🤣

[@JMurdochNZ]

@@cesarpanda lol i didn't even intend that.

[@libicohanim9839]

Get yourself a friend that looks at you the way Hugh looks at Patrick😂

[@donnakerr4997]

I loooove Graham Norton. He’s witty,funny and an excellent host. He leaves all the other hosts in his dust.

[@Emilio_Perdomo]

I love the camaraderie between Ian, Patrick & Hugh. They are all very comforting to each other. I wish everyone could get to that level.

[@Emilio_Perdomo]

One of the best chat shows every filmed. I enjoyed it from start to finish.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

As Hugh said, they were well into their 2nd. decade of working together when he thanked Ian for supporting him in his 1st movie.

[@GailBrenner-vt9ou]

Trifecta!

[@damienkakoschke3099]

Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart & Ian McKellan (the big flirt) are SO FUNNY together. You just know a dinner party with them, the food would go cold because you're laughing too much to eat.

[@DanaX09]

Beautiful, just beautiful. Nothing pretentious, no egos, just lovely men being themselves and showing love and admiration for each other. My heart is happy.

[@AlbineHippo]

I keep coming back to this episode whenever I am at an all time low. It always cheers me up. The friendship between them is soo heartwarming. You start believing that all is right in the world again..

[@nicoleemmons3975]

I agree I am feeling rather down and I have already watched this episode 6 times❤

[@MakeSomeNoiseAgencyPlaylists]

me as well 😍

[@AlexGonzalez-ye4fs]

I feel ya

[@coastlinersmithy]

Hands down this is the best ever episode of TGNS, the natural chemistry between all three of these superstars is fantastic and even after nearly 20 years has passed between their first meeting, the way Hugh Jackman has so much respect and admiration for these giants of stage and screen is fantastic…the surprise introduction of Sir Ian (who was introduced simply as “Ian McKellen” by Graham yet wasn’t corrected, showing Sir Ian’s humility) was simple yet so brilliantly effective. The surprise looks on Hugh’s and Sir Patrick’s faces was just brilliant. However, as hilarious are a lot of the stories that these three regale, the McKellen/Dame Maggie Smith story at the Oscars is the icing on the cake. Graham Norton should be tapped on the shoulders by Her Majesty for the way this show is produced and executed, in fact the whole team should be.

[@joannem8405]

I've often thought this! He does indeed deserve to be Sir Graham Norton.

[@ion_iot]

sorry but did you seriously expect Sir Ian to correct Graham and demand he be called Sir? You are odd

[@HappinezSanchez]

You sir, have read my mind. The way Hugh Jackman shows respect and humility to these two great gentlemen, man i can't even describe how i felt

[@richardhawkes5200]

This episode needed to be 4 hours long

[@Jacqueline2279]

There honestly is not another talk show as relaxed and as great as Graham's show!

[@theWUisCOMINthru]

I’m not a fan of James Blunt, but I’d say having Hugh Jackman, Ian McClellan, and Patrick Stewart singing you “happy birthday” must be the greatest birthday memory of all time.

[@micklar2000]

Look who’s alone now it’s not me, it not meeee, those three wisemen they’ve gotta semi by the sea, gotta ask yourself the question, where are you now?

[@clw5537]

He is literally one of the greatest artists of all time. He has way more to offer than you are beautiful.

[@theWUisCOMINthru]

@@clw5537 Wow dude, all I said was that I wasn’t a fan. Maybe pull your head out of his ass where the light’s a little better next time so you can see a bit clearer… But you’re right. Those “artists” that compile two decades worth of albums where every single song is a love song are so versatile and imaginative. Especially when they require 3-5 other people to help them write the lyrics. And don’t even get me started on how ingenious it is to conform to bland, manufactured sound of current Top 40 pop music… Ugh. Sheer brilliance.

[@unowen-nh9ov]

Blunt is a hilariously funny war vet., since he was good enough for Princess Leia who gaf what some troll thinks about him? Tweet him, he'll take you down effortlessly.

[@theWUisCOMINthru]

@@unowen-nh9ov Are you people all seriously this slow or does his music just evoke some sort of ultra-sensitivity to anything not super pro-James Blunt? All I fcuking said was I wasn’t a fan of his. Or is that not permitted in this day and age anymore? Oh and having an affair with a woman 20 years your senior isn’t normal, regardless of whether or not you call her by the one name of the one role you know her to have played. Bunch of weirdos you James Blunt fans are. I actually feel sorry for the guy now.

[@Ginge907]

Ian and Patrick's friendship is so real and so pure its amazing I love it !

[@sillynacannada6718]

I’ve watched this episode several times and it never fails to have me laughing.

[@rebecca_stone]

These beautiful men! Legendary talent, class, funny, totally at ease within themselves and with each other. That includes Graham Norton. This will always be the most outstanding talk show on TV.

[@rindj.j276]

you have no idea how obssesed i am with this episode it's so good, the great loving friendship and chemistry between them and the lovely surprise by Ian and every single story they tell, it's just a perfect show with a perfect episode with a perfect guest with perfect stories

[@yggybeats]

Graham Norton is such an excellent host. Him letting people have their space and time to speak naturally without interrupting them is wonderful.

[@HeartofFlame]

You could already see Hugh getting emotional about Sir Patrick saying he was done too. Ugh. I absolutely adore these three together. When I watch these episodes of them together it makes me cry so hard. 😖

[@XWinterPhoenixX]

i love sir patrick's smile. it's just feels so heart warming

[@gdave53925_]

This is an amazing episode! These three men are just magic together, you can truly feel the affection they share for each other.

[@azwaramiraja2283]

When Sir Ian McKellen comes out, I cry 😭😭😭😭 Can't imagine when one day either Sir Ian or Sir Patrick pass away. It must be the saddest day

[@themovingdance2744]

I saw Sir Ian McKellen as Lear in London. He is one of the most iconic Shakespearean actors ever. Moved to tears 😢 honoured 😊

[@PatRicNasty]

How cool must it have been to have Hugh Jackman, Sir Patrick Stewart, Sir Ian McKellen sing "Happy Birthday" to you!!!

[@jessebriee3918]

These four gentlemen are the best of the best Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, James Blunt.

[@misslyss3875]

Still watching this in 2022, when Hugh Jackman is about to return in 2023 for a Deadpool movie as well wolverine. These three men were my childhood and I am so grateful for their amazing talents

[@Primus-Palus]

These three have probably the greatest chemistry of any three actors together I've ever seen. Very genuine loving friendship. Must be amazing to have friends like this. I've never experienced it.

[@eduardogamboa458]

One of the best casting ever. Wolverine, Magneto and Prof X.

[@dogsarethebe5t]

I love watching this episode over and over again. Especially on a tough day. So much love and adoration for each other just warms my heart

[@libbybeliveau7506]

I never foresaw that Captain Picard, Wolverine, and Gandalf the Grey would have so much in common! *Legends*

[@driver288]

I just love the Graham Norton show. Watch clips from it all the time. Don’t think any channels are showing it here where I live. The huge standout is the warmth on the show. The liberating atmosphere that seem to make the guests open up in a way not seen on other shows. This is a really warm episode. And all seem so spontaneous singing to James for his birthday. A thing to remember for sure. Also many guests are repeatedly guests on this show. A testament to how great and well renowned Graham is and that the feeling is genuine. Of course guests are carefully planned plugging albums or movies but that’s expected. Thank you for a great show with relaxed great stories from guests

[@Si74l0rd]

So many laughs, so much love. Why can't everyone be like this bunch of mad lads!

[@jamieleasure9067]

I love these guys and the lack of toxic masculinity. Hugh, Ian, and Patrick are some of the most amazing men on earth.

[@leonardo03231315]

All adulation for the 3 OGs, and rightfully so , but a moment to appreciate Mr. Blunt - such a humble soul

[@guruprasadshikhare3625]

This is one of the best episode ... Fluidity of relationship between the three of them is refreshing to watch....

[@ThefetchNZ]

The love Patrick and Ian have for each other is a joy to see.

[@TheDUDERulez1]

Sir Beef Stew is the awesome grandpa we all wish we had! Him and Sir Ian!😆

[@user-st7nu3ij3v]

To be a comedian one writes and practices jokes. To be a wit is to be funny just off the cuff and shows great intelligence The ability to react to anything and make it funny is grahams achievment What a great joy it is to see him.

[@jawopenaredondo5576]

This episode is so light and carefree and human. One of my fave GNS moments

[@thecuteness9534]

This has to be my all-time favorite of all The Graham Norton episodes I have watched. I do not think it is the bromance between Hugh, Patrick, and Ian. Still, their chemistry is so open that you feel a welcomed guest into their close professional/personal relationships. Their ribbing, joking, and laughing at one another are all in front of the backdrop of unconditional acceptance. I felt that energy in the way that James was an immediate inductee into the group in just a few minutes at the end of the show. Graham is an iconic host and is always a vital element of the dynamic, but I did not feel he had to work too hard to foster the ambiance of this show.

[@40thCapeRifles]

God, Hugh is so on the edge of tears for so much of this...it's heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time.

[@thegandolfos]

This is one of my favorite episodes. The amount of love and humor are so beautiful. ❤

[@Harls53]

I have just watched this episode for the first time and have to agree that this still is the best one ever. These guys are brilliant!!!!!

[@MichaelHolmgaard]

I still come back to this episode every other month or so. The best one ever!

[@dynamictom2409]

Live long and prosper for all of you - thanks from GER for showing me this

[@AlexGonzalez-ye4fs]

"this is Magneto's coat"....... audience gasps. 😁😁😁😁

[@osmvivify]

This show is getting me through a difficult time. Thank you, Graham Norton! A laugh every day is such therapy. xo

[@flyinghow]

Ian is so adorable and a true joy and I love all his flirting with Hugh and the way Hugh good-naturedly eats it up lol.

[@caroldudgeon50s]

Three wonderful men with such presence on screen AND off.. such characters, yes, best episode ever for me!

[@budle89]

Ian is such a fabulous human being!!! Love love love the energy he brings to any room he enters into. Smiles all across the room.

[@athlene110]

I watched this a second time. It makes my heart feel full. It's so beautiful, refreshing and calming to see men being human: emotional, vulnerable, authentic. Thank you for being real men.

[@kathydixon3716]

This was one of Graham's best shows! 3 of the best mutants that have ever graced the screen.

[@litetaker]

I love how they have wine service so promptly! The show has a nice crew to keep it flowing smoothly, if you know what I mean!

[@demonsnfan]

That was one of my first theatre shows ever in Australia...didn't know I was watching the beautiful Hugh as he wasn't the name he was yet...but I still say that is one of the best theatre show experiences I've ever seen 28 years later...

[@joannem8405]

James Blunt is wonderful human being also. He's a newbie compared to these legends but I wish he could have been on the couch with them the whole time. He would have soaked up their stories like a sponge.

[@Facetimer864]

It's as if they ran into each other at the airport and decided to get hammered at the bar waiting for their delayed flights..simply extraordinary..such fun.

[@rudreshkalgutkar]

Camaraderie between Sir Ian Patrick and Hugh is off the charts. It's 100% mutual something which goes beyond money and fame. For large part you forget Graham is even hosting the show such is their involvement in each other.

[@theshadow100]

Mr Stewart is amazing ,each part he plays is just amazing,when he played Scrooge in Christmas carol,he gave such heart performance

[@merle3723]

Graham Norton is the most wonderful, easy to talk too, genuine host. ♥️ love his shows.

[@breakhart]

ironically Hugh became wolverine 2 more, X-Men and Deadpool, while Patrick became Professor X again in Multiverse of Madness

[@deezildee4556]

This show is simply fabulous with a perfect host & a sensational couch, doesn't get any better ❤️🙏

[@geoairtravel]

Legendary, iconic episode 👌👌👍👍👏👏. My favourite one !!! Watching these gentlemen is an absolute treat. Blown away by the respect shown to each other. 💙💙💙

[@jean-sebastiendeshaies-mas1034]

I know theres James Blunt- fantastic songwriter- but the bromance Pat-Hugh-Ian is one of the best episodes!

[@adamm2787]

The amount of chemistry in this episode is off the charts. You can just feel the love and respect between Hugh, Patrick and Ian.

[@dynamictom2409]

The friendship between McAllen & Steward made me cry, really - when they met there - cannot understand other minds - feel free what you want to - RAINBOW !!!

[@FranciscoFiedler]

This is the best episode of a talk show ever in existence.

[@migdon470]

I love these Male Friendships where a straight dude and a gay dude can be close and friendly and respect each other. Hold hands and just share ideas.

[@nohandle1028]

This is one of my favorite episodes of the Graham Norton Show! This is the love of friends! Hugh, Sir Ian and Sir Patrick!! It's such a feel-good episode!!!

[@joshweekes]

Ive watched this episode about 5 times in the past year, i just love their bond and love for one another

[@Febo.]

Whose watching before deadpool 3

[@michaelladarkangelsparkle9908]

Right here! And of anyone deserves a comeback in deadpool3 its ian as a psycho magneto! 🤩

[@vivapreeti]

Ian is such a fabulous personality and quite obviously the centre of attention wherever he goes . Such a delight

[@MonicaSakura-ry3gm]

If there's someone I truly love and am a huge fan of is Sir Ian McKellen, like Sir Patrick from X-Men and Star Trek of course, Hugh Jackman is adorable but Sir Ian McKellen, he's on another level, I adore him. Anything he does, he's one of the most amazing human beings on this planet

[@Jorg326]

The amount of respect, love and admiration between these three, is awesome

[@bcfairlie1]

The love and sincerity between those three fantastic actors is wonderful to see

[@lamarshukha2626]

Hugh just admires and adores Ian and Patrick

[@AA-qb7ni]

Patrick and Hugh are always hilarious on Graham Norton 😂😂

[@Momabear1]

This was such a fun show with these three guests!

[@Smucklz]

I love how much respect and admiration they have for each other and their works.

[@Frank-ed7hj]

Seeing any of these guys live would be an unforgettable experience

[@wndthomas]

These men are all happy with themselves. Not worried about showing their love of each other 💜

[@billycordery6479]

Three of m most favorite. And Graham :-) Graham cultivates such a wonderful energy. I love how these men adore, love and celebrate each other. I've watched this show many times and thoroughly enjoy each time.

[@ida1751]

Hugh Jackman... is the ONLY other actor I can think of to have played Aragorn... Like Viggo, he's got the ruggedness and masculine frame.. the wide range of acting emotions ...

[@lizacapinpin7904]

Thank you for sharing this. My fave actors. God bless.

[@beefcake0354]

the love they show towards each other is so so real. you can tell.

[@Fiawordweaver]

I watch this over and and over and so enjoy every time

[@dogback1]

Amazing episode. I have lots of favorite clips but this episode was perfect beginning to end.

[@claudine1928]

I can keep watching this episode, never gets old.

[@emmanlabudiong7500]

I have lways known that Graham Norton Show is a very funny and entertaining show. BUT GEEZ! THIS EPISODE MADE ME LAUGH SO HARD FROM THE START TO THE END! These men are so authentic, they truly cared for each other and truly at ease with each other. Even James Blunt was a great add to the mix! Even Graham didn't have to lead the show as much. He mostly let the guys run the show. But his interjections were so funny and very great timing!!! Truly my most favourite episode!

[@MoahGentle]

This is the best GN show that I have seen. So much talent and wholesome people.

[@gageoliver2186]

this show is hilarious and chaotic. the only talk show on tv where the host barely gets a word in except for a couple of quips. lmfao

[@rizzles1985]

Watching this at stupid o'clock and my oh my.. this made me smile so much. Amazing 👏

[@annesaffer629]

Absolutely the funniest Graham Norton Show ever! And that is saying something!