Shows Like Fanning at Whelan's

If you liked Fanning at Whelan's (2020), a talk series, here are 20 shows with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019)
★ 6.3/10Also talk
Kelly Clarkson presents the biggest newsmakers and names in film, television and music; as well as emerging new talent and everyday people who are beacons of hope in their communities.
2
The Dick Cavett Show (1968)
★ 6.8/10Also talk
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.
3
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962)
★ 7.6/10Also talk
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight Show franchise from 1962 to 1992. It originally aired during late-night. For its first ten years, Carson's Tonight Show…
4
Talking Dead (2011)
★ 7.2/10Also talk
Host Chris Hardwick discusses episodes of the AMC television series The Walking Dead with guests, including celebrity fans, cast members, and crew from the series.
5
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (1999)
★ 6.3/10Also talk
American version of the tense gameshow where contestants tackle a series of multiple-choice questions to win large cash prizes.
6
8 Out of 10 Cats (2005)
★ 7.2/10Also talk
A weekly, topical panel show based around a huge series of opinion poll surveys carried out around Britain.
7
Kids' Choice Awards (1987)
★ 8.8/10Also talk
Honoring the year's biggest in television, film, music, and sports as voted by viewers worldwide of Nickelodeon networks. Winners receive a hollow orange blimp figurine which also functions as a kaleidoscope.
8
StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson (2015)
★ 6.7/10Also talk
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson brings together celebrities, scientists and comedians to explore a variety of cosmic topics and collide pop culture with science in a way that late-night television has never seen before…
9
MTV Video Music Awards (1984)
★ 7.8/10Also talk
An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.
10
13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons (2017)
★ 7/10Also talk
Cast members, writers, producers and mental health professionals discuss some of the difficult issues and themes explored in "13 Reasons Why."
11
Crisis Aftermath (2019)
★ 8.1/10Also talk
Join Kevin Smith as he takes you into one of the greatest crossover events in television history.
12
At the Movies (1986)
★ 6/10Also talk
At the Movies is a movie review television program produced by Disney-ABC Domestic Television in which two film critics shared their opinions of newly released films. The program aired under various names. Its original…
13
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man Podcast (2026)
★ 9/10Also talk
Creators, special guests and stars — including Cillian Murphy — unpack the "Peaky Blinders" saga in this official companion podcast for the new film.
14
Cobra Kai: Inside the Dojo (2024)
★ 8.9/10Also talk
Go behind the scenes with the cast and creators of "Cobra Kai" as they break down the action and surprises awaiting fans in Season 6 — the series finale.
15
The Claudia Winkleman Show (2026)
★ 2.7/10Also talk
Good vibes, great guests, glorious fringe. Your weekly dose of Claudia‑powered joy, as she has a chat with Hollywood stars, the best of British and her gorgeous studio audience.
16
TFI Unplugged (2026)
Also talk
Chris Evans returns to Channel 4 with his iconic show... but this time he's unplugged! Enjoy unfiltered conversations with the biggest stars and the latest bands performing intimate sets.
17
You Hee-yeol's Sketchbook (2009)
★ 6.3/10Also talk
You Hee-yeol's Sketchbook is a Korean pop music program that is both a talk show and live music show. The host of this program is You Hee-yeol, also known as Toy, a one-man project band. This program has aired since…
18
The Tommy Tiernan Show (2017)
★ 6/10Also talk
No stranger to television, Tommy has appeared on some of the biggest and most established chat shows in the world. But, for some time, Tommy has wanted to host his own TV chat show – one with a difference. It has all…
19
The Johnny Cash Show (1969)
★ 6.5/10Also talk
The Johnny Cash Show was an American television music variety show hosted by Johnny Cash. The Screen Gems 58-episode series ran from June 7, 1969 to March 31, 1971 on ABC; it was taped at the Ryman Auditorium in…
20
Parkinson (1971)
★ 6.5/10Also talk
Parkinson (1971) is a British television Interview show that was presented by Michael Parkinson.