Inside the Actors Studio
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Inside the Actors Studio

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James Lipton sits down with some of the world's most accomplished actors and directors for penetrating, fascinating interviews.

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πŸ“ Season 115 episodes
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πŸ“ Season 313 episodes
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πŸ“ Season 516 episodes
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Meryl Streep

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John Hurt

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Laurence Fishburne

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Donald Sutherland

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Ron Howard

Actor-director Ron Howard talks about growing up on television as Opie Taylor on "The Andy Griffith Show" and Richie Cunningham on "Happy Days." Also: his approach as a director on films like "Splash," "Night Shift," "Parenthood" and "Apollo 13."

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Sharon Stone

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Sean Penn

Actor Sean Penn is profiled and interviewed about his career.

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Robert De Niro

In this no-holds-barred meeting, the veteran Hollywood actor talks in depth about his career which spans blockbluster films across several decades.

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Steven Spielberg

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Tim Robbins

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Jennifer Jason Leigh

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Kim Basinger

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Ellen Barkin

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Peter Falk

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Jerry Lewis

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Tom Hanks

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πŸ“ Season 719 episodes
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Bernadette Peters

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Val Kilmer

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James Caan

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Richard Dreyfuss

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Gabriel Byrne

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Spike Lee

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Ed Harris

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Ben Affleck

The charismatic character actor discusses his on-screen personas, his writing career, his relationship with fellow actor Matt Damon and all points in-between.

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Ned Beatty

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Mike Myers

Interview with Mike Myers, who shot to fame with Wayne's World in 1992 before going on to create the Austin Powers movies and provide the voice of animated ogre Shrek

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Michael Douglas

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Gwyneth Paltrow

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Helen Hunt

The gifted female lead actress talks about her well-steeped dramatic heritage and steady rise to success.

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S7
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Francis Ford Coppola

One of the all-time great directors takes the stage to compare notes on his signature directing style, his relationship with his actors and the support of his family and the importance of all these factors on his work.

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Robin Williams

The enduringly popular, quick-witted comic turned actor takes the chair in this hilarious episode.

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Melanie Griffith

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Antonio Banderas

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Burt Reynolds

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Roseanne

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πŸ“ Season 819 episodes
S8
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Ben Stiller

The world-renouned comedic actor looks back on a life lived constantly in showbusiness, his appearances on various television shows and his breakthrough into the world of movies.

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Gene Hackman

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Kevin Kline

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Bruce Willis

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Kevin Costner

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Will Smith

The good-natured family-friendly actor and all-round entertainer shows the audience why he is one of the most well-liked people in Hollywood.

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Stockard Channing

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Debra Winger

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Sarah Jessica Parker

Sex And The City star Sarah Jessica Parker discusses her career and ambitions, charting a life of performing from stage school to movie success. Presented by James Lipton

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Sir Ben Kingsley

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Dennis Quaid

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Ethan Hawke

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Richard Gere

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Hugh Grant

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Samuel L. Jackson

In opposition to the forecefully assertive and violent on-screen personas he often portrays, this laid-back actor calmly reveals the situations of his early life, his choice to become a performer and his hobbies and interests.

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Benicio del Toro

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Vanessa Redgrave

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Billy Bob Thornton

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Johnny Depp

The versatile but often misunderstood lead man takes the stage and demystifies himself in style.

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πŸ“ Season 917 episodes
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Sissy Spacek

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Juliette Binoche

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Jeanne Moreau

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Pierce Brosnan

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Sir Ian McKellen

The legendary Shakesperian thespian talks frankly about his upbringing, mutitude of roles and the difficulties caused by his homosexuality.

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Martin Scorsese

Vaunted director Martin Scorsese looks back at the highlights of his well-loved works, discusses his choice to become a filmmaker and his continued passion for celluloid.

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Julianne Moore

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Edward Norton

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The Cast of The Simpsons

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Nicolas Cage

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Drew Barrymore

The charming actress discusses the challenges of being a child actor, her teenage struggle with drugs and her transformation into a venerable leading lady.

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S9
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Renee Zellweger

In her short but illustrious career this actress has demonstrated remarkable skill and committment to her film roles and picked up numerous awards, which she discusses at length.

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S9
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John Travolta

Actor John Travolta is interviewed on his career.

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Jeremy Irons

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Joanne Woodward

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Martin Sheen

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S9
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Jeff Bridges

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πŸ“ Season 1017 episodes
S10
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John Goodman

The good-humoured and accomplised actor of both hit movies and television shows, dramatic and comedic, takes to the stage to compare notes on his auspicious vocation.

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S10
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Clint Eastwood

The writer, director and long-running acclaimed actor draws on over five decades of professional experience in a thrilling dissertation of his successes.

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The Cast of Will & Grace

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Cate Blanchett

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Jude Law

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Naomi Watts

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Russell Crowe

The hugely popular Australian actor discusses his sudden rise to A-list status, his unusual upbringing and his often tempestuous, misunderstood relationship with the press.

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S10
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Tom Cruise

The constantly popular actor enthusiastically responds to James Liptons questions, including those dealing with his various relationships over the years and his choice to become a Scientologist.

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Charlize Theron

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Diane Lane

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Jay Leno

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Hugh Jackman

The talented Australian takes to the chair to chronicle his fast rise to fame in a variety of different films, as well as touching on his unusual upbringing.

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S10
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Kate Winslet

The beautifully vivacious, multi-award winning yet down-to-earth English actress, recently a mother at the time of broadcast, visits the studio.

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Barbra Streisand

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Bette Midler

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S10
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10th Anniversary Special

Inside the Actor's Studio, 10th Anniversary

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Episode 17

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πŸ“ Season 1124 episodes
S11
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Jennifer Lopez

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James Gandolfini

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William H. Macy

The prolific award-winning character actor discusses his unique approach to his roles, the variety of them and the implications of his portrayals now his has a family.

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George Carlin

New York comedian George Carlin fields questions about his long-running standup career, his many dislikes and the nature of life in this frank and revealing interview session.

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Jennifer Connelly

The former child actor turned A-list actress discusses her many awards for both her roles and her looks, and her beginnings in New York state.

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Mark Wahlberg

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Natalie Portman

The former Harvard graduate and runaway success story takes the chair and discusses her mixed roots, her response to being cast in so many successful films and her plans for the future.

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S11
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Jamie Foxx

James Lipton interviews Jamie Foxx.

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Salma Hayek

The beautiful and talented actress enlightens the audience about her struggles to become a leading lady and how much she intends to make the most of her accomplishments.

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Morgan Freeman

The versatile, highly-skilled, softly spoken veteran takes the time to describe his life, his surprise at his success and his intentions to keep acting for as long as posslble.

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S11
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Cameron Diaz

The beautiful and talented actress mentions her Californian upbringing, Cuba heritage and incredible success as the leading lady in many blockbuster films, plus her love of rock music.

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Kiefer Sutherland

Son of esteemed actor Donald Sutherland, Keifer discusses how his life is steeped in acting tradition and his own recognition came as both a television and film star.

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S11
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Robert Redford

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Colin Farrell

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Val Kimer

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Owen Wilson

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David Duchovny

James Lipton interviews David Duchovny about his acting career.

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Jane Fonda

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S11
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Angelina Jolie

The hugely successful actress takes the chair and answers the questions about her career, love and life with candour and charm.

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The Cast of Everybody Loves Raymond

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S11
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Jodie Foster

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Elton John

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Rosie O'Donnell

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Michael J. Fox

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πŸ“ Season 1220 episodes
S12
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Jodie Foster

James Lipton interviews the quietly successful lead actress in many different films. Taped after the making of, but before the release of, "Flightplan."

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S12
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Elton John

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Rosie O'Donnell

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Michael J. Fox

The Emmy winner for his work in the TV series "Family Ties" and "Spin City, and star of the "Back to the Future" films talks about his craft and his handling of the disease that ended his career.

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S12
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The Cast of the Producers

The making of the Broadway smash "The Producers" into a film is discussed by actors Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane and director Susan Stroman.

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Barbara Walters

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Queen Latifah

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Ralph Fiennes

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Martin Lawrence

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Liza Minnelli

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S12
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Dave Chappelle

Comedian Dave Chappelle discusses his TV and film work, including "Chappelle's Show," "Blue Streak" and "Undercover Brother."

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The Casts of Law & Order

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Tom Hanks (II)

Tom Hanks returns to the Actors Studio for a second time.

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Don Cheadle

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Tim Allen

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S12
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Dustin Hoffman

A star-studded audience attends to see the beloved, talented leading man who gives a rare in-depth interview with humor and honesty.

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S12
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Robert Downey Jr.

It hasn't been the smoothest of careers for the multi-talented entertainer, but here he recounts tales of his best and worst moments with panache.

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S12
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Hugh Laurie

Actor Hugh Laurie is interviewed about his career and his transition from classic British comedy to American drama.

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S12
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Teri Hatcher

The popular leading lady mentions highlights from her long career and chronicles her start as a ballerina and singer before moving onto theatre productions.

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Al Pacino

One of the most respected veteran actors in all of showbusiness takes the chair to go through the moments in life which defined him as both person and performer.

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πŸ“ Season 1315 episodes
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Forest Whitaker

Forest Whitaker is profiled and interviewed about his career.

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Eddie Murphy

The comedic actor discusses his huge successes, his big break and his ever-aspirational outlook on life.

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Matt Damon

The writer/actor and all-around nice guy discusses how he slowly but surely rose to fame with persistance and support from friends and family, becoming one of the best-paid and most admired performers in the business.

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Diana Ross

Singer and actress Diana Ross is interviewed about her career.

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Chris Rock

Robert Lipton interviews comedian/actor Chris Rock about his career and background.

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Mark Ruffalo

Host Robert Linton talks to Mark Ruffalo about his various roles.

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus

James Lipton interviews Julia-Louis Dreyfus about her various acting roles.

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Kyra Sedgwick

Actress Kyra Sedgwick is interviewed about her career and movie & TV roles.

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S13
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Michelle Pfeiffer

James Lipton looks back at Pfeiffer's career. She returns to the screen after a 5 year absence with a role in the remake of Hairspray, and delves into the execution of her other well-loved characters.

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Charlie Sheen

James Lipton talks to Charlie Sheen about his various film and TV roles.

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Billy Crystal (II)

Actor/comedian Billy Crystal makes a second visit to the show to talk with James Lipton about his work in films.

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Sir Anthony Hopkins (II)

Acclaimed actor and proud owner of a knighthood, Sir Anthony Hopkins returns to talk to James Lipton about his continually successful career on screen and stage.

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Alec Baldwin (II)

James Lipton talks to Alec Baldwin about his career since his original 1994 appearance on the show, and his recent foray into television.

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Halle Berry

This actress, often voted high on "most beautiful people" lists, discusses her difficult upbringing and her perserverance to get into showbizness despite opposition.

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John Cusack

The coolly charismatic actor recounts events from his interesting 25-year career, including his penchant for delivering soulful monologues in the rain.

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Goldie Hawn

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James Lipton

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Daniel Radcliffe

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Josh Brolin

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Laura Linney

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Ricky Gervais

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Conan O'Brien

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Anthony LaPaglia

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Denis Leary

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Danny DeVito

James Lipton interviews Danny DeVito, who became one of cinema's most popular comic actors with roles in films including Romancing the Stone, Twins and Ruthless People

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Judd Apatow

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Mickey Rourke

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Jason Bateman

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The Cast of Family Guy

Seth MacFarlane and company discuss the tempestuous tenure of one of the most loved risque animated shows on television, as well as recounting how they came to work together in the first place.

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Amy Poehler

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πŸ“ Season 1913 episodes
S19
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Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman's second appearance on Inside the Actor'S Studio

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Tina Fey

Comic and actress Tina Fey discusses her comedy roots in Chicago, being a writer for 'Saturday Night Live,' hosting the Golden Globe Awards, and impersonating Sarah Palin.

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250th Special

Bravo Media's Emmy-nominated series Inside the Actors Studio, hosted by James Lipton, reaches a milestone of 250 episodes with a two-hour event on Wednesday, May 29 at 7 pm. Lipton sits down for new interviews with former guests including Actors Studio alumnus Bradley Cooper, Robert DeNiro, Jennifer Lopez, Christopher Walken, Barbara Walters, Dave Chappelle, Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, Ellen Burstyn, and Spike Lee. Notable fans of the show including Katie Couric, Donald Trump and Sugar Ray Leonard share their favorite guests and moments from the past 19 seasons.

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S19
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Jake Gyllenhaal

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Cast and Creator of Arrested Development

Cast members and the creator of "Arrested Development" reunite.

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Bruce Dern and Laura Dern

Bruce Dern and Laura Dern's individual careers, their personal relationship, and details about their lives and accomplishments.

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S19
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Amy Adams

Actress Amy Adams discusses her career, including her leading role in "American Hustle," which earned her a Golden Globe.

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S19
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Matthew McConaughey

The actor discusses the unconventional start to his career and his various roles, including his part "Dallas Buyers Club," which earned him a Golden Globe Award.

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How I Met Your Mother

The cast of "How I Met Your Mother" discusses the series.

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S19
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Robin Williams

Commemorating the life and career of legendary actor and comedian Robin Williams.

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Mariska Hargitay

Actress Mariska Hargitay discusses her role as Detective Olivia Benson on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" and what it was like to grow up as the daughter of actors Jayne Mansfield and Mickey Hargitay.

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Sting

Musician Sting discusses his life and career, from his time with the rock band The Police to the score he wrote for the Broadway musical "The Last Ship."

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Jim Parsons

Actor Jim Parsons ("The Big Bang Theory") talks about his life and career.

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πŸ“ Season 206 episodes
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Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey reflects on his life and career. McConaughey discusses his break into film with 1993's "Dazed and Confused", his decision to play riskier characters, and his preparation for the film "Dallas Buyers Club."

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The Cast of How I Met Your Mother

James Lipton interviews the cast of TV's "How I Met Your Mother," including Josh Radnor, Neil Patrick Harris, Alyson Hannigan, Jason Segel and Cobie Smulders.

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Mariska Hargitay

James Lipton interviews Mariska Hargitay, who discusses growing up as the daughter of Jayne Mansfield and Mickey Hargitay, auditioning for roles, and working with George Clooney and Anthony Edwards on "ER."

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S20
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Sting

Lipton sits down with world-renowned musician, actor, author and composer Sting to discuss everything from his time with The Police to his forthcoming Broadway musical The Last Ship,

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Neil Patrick Harris

James Lipton interviews Neil Patrick Harris, who casts light on his multidimensional career, how he reinvented himself after starring in TV's "Doogie Howser, M.D." and how he prepared for his role in Broadway's "Hedwig and the Angry Inch."

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S20
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Jim Parsons

Parsons delves into his Houston theater roots that have stayed with him throughout his career, his consistent connection to his late father which he experiences in his everyday life, and what he deems his perfectly β€œboring” relationship with partner Todd Spiewak.

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πŸ“ Season 216 episodes
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Sarah Silverman

A laugh-out-loud episode with iconic stand-up comedian Sarah Silverman. Host James Lipton sits down with the two-time Emmy-winning performer in anticipation of her leading role in the upcoming film, I Smile Back. With a versatile career including film, television, stand-up comedy, and more, Silverman takes the audience from her childhood to the established success she endures today.

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Bryan Cranston

Host Lipton sits down with four-time Emmy-winner and critically acclaimed thespian Bryan Cranston in light of his titular role in the new biographical drama film, Trumbo. Through the episode, Cranston intimately recalls his early days and carefully navigates some of his most well-known roles and the challenges that came along with them, including how he shaped his quirky paternal character, Hal, in Malcom in the Middle, and how he drew inspiration from his own broken father when creating his vision for the iconic character of Walter White. Viewers will also be heartened to learn of the actor’s powerful thoughts while shooting one of the most pivotal scenes from Breaking Bad, as well as what Cranston believes to be Walter’s ultimate "truth."

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Steve Carell

Host James Lipton interviews Steve Carell, who talks about his early years at the Second City comedy troupe, his segue from the small screen to the silver screen, his films and his affinity for portraying "losers."

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Jeff Daniels

Emmy-winning actor, musician and playwright Jeff Daniels discusses his recent role of John Sculley in the critically-acclaimed film, Steve Jobs, and his upcoming Broadway run starring in Blackbird, beginning February 2016.

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The Cast of The Walking Dead

James Lipton welcomes the cast of AMC’s critically-acclaimed horror drama, The Walking Dead. Cast members Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira, Norman Reedus and Steven Yeun and executive producers Robert Kirkman and Scott M. Gimple join Lipton to discuss the history of this renowned series just days before season six continues with its midseason premiere on Sunday, February 14.

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Christopher Meloni

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