FERNTV interviews Yaga star Sam Krochmal at TIFF 2026

During the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), FERNTV sat down with Sam Krochmal to discuss his role in the Crave series YAGA. The conversation explored Krochmal’s experience stepping into the dark, mysterious world of the series and bringing his character to life alongside its Canadian ensemble. With YAGA drawing inspiration from the legendary Slavic figure Baba Yaga while mixing mystery, dark humour and the supernatural, Krochmal spoke about being part of a distinctly Canadian production and the excitement of showcasing the series during one of the country’s biggest celebrations of film and television.

Krochmal was especially enthusiastic when speaking about YAGA creator and director Kat Sandler, praising her vision and the atmosphere she created throughout the production. He credited Sandler with establishing the distinctive tone of the series and giving the cast the freedom and confidence to explore their characters. For Krochmal, working with Sandler was a major part of what made the experience so memorable, and his admiration for her creative leadership was clear throughout his conversation with FERNTV at TIFF.