Inside the Actors Studio
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About Inside the Actors Studio
Inside the Actors Studio is a talk TV series that premiered on Bravo on August 14, 1994. It has 24 seasons and 303 episodes so far. The latest episode, Season 23 Episode 8, aired on December 15, 2019.
James Lipton sits down with some of the world's most accomplished actors and directors for penetrating, fascinating interviews.
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303 episodes · 24 seasons
Season 1
1994 · 15 episodes · Last episode: 31 years ago
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14. Olympia Dukakis
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13. Mary Stuart Masterson
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12. Sydney Pollack
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11. Neil Simon
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10. Estelle Parsons
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9. Arthur Penn
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8. Arthur Miller
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7. Dennis Hopper
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6. Sally Field
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5. Shelley Winters
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4. Sidney Lumet
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3. Alec Baldwin
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2. Stephen Sondheim
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1. Paul Newman
Season 2
1995 · 12 episodes · Last episode: 31 years ago
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12. Martin Landau
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11. Stanley Donen
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10. Gene Wilder
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9. Christopher Walken
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8. Carol Burnett
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7. Jessica Lange
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6. Ellen Burstyn
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5. Holly Hunter
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4. Glenn Close
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3. Matthew Broderick
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2. Faye Dunaway
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1. Lee Grant
Season 3
13 episodes · Last episode: 30 years ago
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13. Billy Crystal
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12. Willem Dafoe
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11. Anthony Quinn
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10. Meg Ryan
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9. Julia Roberts
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8. Mike Nichols
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7. Tommy Lee Jones
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6. Matt Dillon
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5. Christopher Reeve
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4. Anjelica Huston
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3. Nathan Lane
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2. Norman Jewison
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1. Mark Rydell
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Season 4
1998 · 13 episodes · Last episode: 28 years ago
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13. Susan Sarandon
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12. Kathy Bates
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11. Gary Sinise
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10. Jack Lemmon
- E9
9. Whoopi Goldberg
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8. Danny Glover
Danny Glover speaks about his style, his portrayal of famous figures, his charity work and his San Francisco heritage.
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7. Sir Anthony Hopkins
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6. Martin Short
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5. Lauren Bacall
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4. Anne Jackson
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3. Eli Wallach
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2. Shirley MacLaine
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1. Harvey Keitel
Season 5
1998 · 18 episodes · Last episode: 26 years ago
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19. Tom Hanks
Finale- E17
17. Episode 17
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16. Episode 16
- E15
15. Jerry Lewis
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14. Peter Falk
- E13
13. Ellen Barkin
- E12
12. Kim Basinger
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11. Jennifer Jason Leigh
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10. Tim Robbins
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9. Steven Spielberg
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8. 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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7. Sean Penn
Actor Sean Penn is profiled and interviewed about his career.
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6. Sharon Stone
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5. 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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4. Donald Sutherland
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3. Laurence Fishburne
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2. John Hurt
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1. Meryl Streep
Season 6
1999 · 13 episodes · Last episode: 26 years ago
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13. Sigourney Weaver
Finale
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12. Harrison Ford
The versatile leading man fills the host and the studio audience in on his unusual entrance to acting and the details of his illustrious film career.
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11. Alan Alda
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10. Philip Seymour Hoffman
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9. Kevin Spacey
The well-established actor discusses his rise from underdog to premiere Hollywood and stage star.
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8. Andy Garcia
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7. James Woods
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6. Geena Davis
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5. Sir Michael Caine
The world-renouned British actor talks in length about his roots and his subsequent illustrious career.
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4. Tom Hanks
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3. Sylvester Stallone
Actor/Director Sylvester Stallone is interviewed on his career.
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2. Mary Tyler Moore
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1. Billy Joel
Season 7
2000 · 19 episodes · Last episode: 25 years ago
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19. Roseanne
Finale - E18
18. Burt Reynolds
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17. Antonio Banderas
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16. Melanie Griffith
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15. Robin Williams
The enduringly popular, quick-witted comic turned actor takes the chair in this hilarious episode.
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14. 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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13. Helen Hunt
The gifted female lead actress talks about her well-steeped dramatic heritage and steady rise to success.
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12. Gwyneth Paltrow
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11. Michael Douglas
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10. 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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9. Ned Beatty
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8. 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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7. Ed Harris
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6. Spike Lee
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5. Gabriel Byrne
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4. Richard Dreyfuss
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3. James Caan
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2. Val Kilmer
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1. Bernadette Peters
Season 8
2001 · 19 episodes · Last episode: 24 years ago
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19. Johnny Depp
FinaleThe versatile but often misunderstood lead man takes the stage and demystifies himself in style.
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18. Billy Bob Thornton
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17. Vanessa Redgrave
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16. Benicio del Toro
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15. 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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14. Hugh Grant
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13. Richard Gere
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12. Ethan Hawke
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11. Dennis Quaid
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10. Sir Ben Kingsley
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9. 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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8. Debra Winger
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7. Stockard Channing
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6. 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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5. Kevin Costner
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4. Bruce Willis
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3. Kevin Kline
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2. Gene Hackman
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1. 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.
Season 9
2002 · 17 episodes · Last episode: 23 years ago
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17. Jeff Bridges
Finale
E16
16. Martin Sheen
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15. Joanne Woodward
E14
14. Jeremy Irons
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13. John Travolta
Actor John Travolta is interviewed on his career.
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12. 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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11. 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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10. Nicolas Cage
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9. The Cast of The Simpsons
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8. Edward Norton
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7. Julianne Moore
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6. 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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5. 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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4. Pierce Brosnan
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3. Jeanne Moreau
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2. Juliette Binoche
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1. Sissy Spacek
Season 10
2003 · 17 episodes · Last episode: 22 years ago
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17. Episode 17
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16. 10th Anniversary Special
Inside the Actor's Studio, 10th Anniversary
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15. Bette Midler
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14. Barbra Streisand
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13. 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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12. 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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11. Jay Leno
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10. Diane Lane
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9. Charlize Theron
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8. 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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7. 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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6. Naomi Watts
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5. Jude Law
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4. Cate Blanchett
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3. The Cast of Will & Grace
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2. 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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1. 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.
Season 11
2004 · 24 episodes · Last episode: 21 years ago
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24. Michael J. Fox
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23. Rosie O'Donnell
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22. Elton John
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21. Jodie Foster
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20. The Cast of Everybody Loves Raymond
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19. 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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18. Jane Fonda
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17. David Duchovny
James Lipton interviews David Duchovny about his acting career.
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16. Owen Wilson
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15. Val Kimer
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14. Colin Farrell
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13. Robert Redford
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12. 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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11. 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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10. 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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9. 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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8. Jamie Foxx
James Lipton interviews Jamie Foxx.
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7. 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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6. Mark Wahlberg
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5. 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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4. 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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3. 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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2. James Gandolfini
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1. Jennifer Lopez
Season 12
2005 · 20 episodes · Last episode: 20 years ago
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20. Al Pacino
FinaleOne 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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19. 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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18. Hugh Laurie
Actor Hugh Laurie is interviewed about his career and his transition from classic British comedy to American drama.
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17. 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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16. 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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15. Tim Allen
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14. Don Cheadle
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13. Tom Hanks (II)
Tom Hanks returns to the Actors Studio for a second time.
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12. The Casts of Law & Order
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11. Dave Chappelle
Comedian Dave Chappelle discusses his TV and film work, including "Chappelle's Show," "Blue Streak" and "Undercover Brother."
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10. Liza Minnelli
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9. Martin Lawrence
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8. Ralph Fiennes
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7. Queen Latifah
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6. Barbara Walters
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5. 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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4. 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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3. Rosie O'Donnell
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2. Elton John
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1. 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."
Season 13
2006 · 15 episodes · Last episode: 18 years ago
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15. John Cusack
FinaleThe 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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14. 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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13. 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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12. 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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11. 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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10. Charlie Sheen
James Lipton talks to Charlie Sheen about his various film and TV roles.
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9. 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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8. Kyra Sedgwick
Actress Kyra Sedgwick is interviewed about her career and movie & TV roles.
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7. Julia Louis-Dreyfus
James Lipton interviews Julia-Louis Dreyfus about her various acting roles.
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6. Mark Ruffalo
Host Robert Linton talks to Mark Ruffalo about his various roles.
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5. Chris Rock
Robert Lipton interviews comedian/actor Chris Rock about his career and background.
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4. Diana Ross
Singer and actress Diana Ross is interviewed about her career.
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3. 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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2. Eddie Murphy
The comedic actor discusses his huge successes, his big break and his ever-aspirational outlook on life.
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1. Forest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker is profiled and interviewed about his career.
Season 14
2008 · 4 episodes · Last episode: 18 years ago
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4. Christian Slater
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3. Brooke Shields
A conversation with Oscar-winning actress Goldie Hawn, who retraces her career journey and discusses her books, her tattoo and her mother's death. Highlighted films include "The Sugarland Express" (1974) and "The First Wives Club" (1996).
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2. Mike Myers
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1. Sarah Jessica Parker
Season 15
2008 · 15 episodes · Last episode: 17 years ago
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15. Amy Poehler
Finale
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14. 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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13. Jason Bateman
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12. Mickey Rourke
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11. Judd Apatow
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10. 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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9. Denis Leary
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8. Anthony LaPaglia
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7. Conan O'Brien
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6. Ricky Gervais
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5. Laura Linney
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4. Josh Brolin
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3. Daniel Radcliffe
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2. James Lipton
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1. Goldie Hawn
Season 16
2009 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 16 years ago
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6. Betty White
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5. Sean Combs
James Lipton interviews hip-hop mogul Sean Combs, who discusses his turbulent upbringing, exuberant public persona and the death of rapper and close friend Notorious BIG
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4. James Cameron
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3. Kate Hudson
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2. Bon Jovi
James Lipton interviews the band, Bon Jovi. Among other things, they talk about other band names that were discussed.
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1. Hilary Swank
Actress Hilary Swank becomes the third youngest woman ever to win two Oscars for 'Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role.'
Season 17
2010 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 14 years ago
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8. Brad Pitt
FinaleBrad Pitt casts light on his life and career in an interview with James Lipton.
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7. George Clooney
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6. Jennifer Aniston
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5. Cast of Modern Family
James Lipton set aside a special hour-long broadcast of 'Inside the Actors Studio for the adult castmembers from 'Modern Family.' To keep things interesting -- and a little confusing if you were trying to watch this while multitasking -- Lipton decided to interview both the actors and the characters they play on television.
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4. Bradley Cooper
Bradley Cooper, star of The Hangover, Limitless and the big-screen adaptation of The A-Team, discusses his life and career.
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3. Colin Firth
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2. Jim Carrey
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1. James Franco
James Franco, star of 2010's "127 Hours," 2008's "Milk" and the Spider-Man film franchise, chats about his life and career in an interview with James Lipton.
Season 18
2012 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 14 years ago
E6
6. Liam Neeson
FinaleAn insight into the life and career of Liam Neeson, the Northern Ireland-born star of Schindler's List, Michael Collins, Taken and Batman Begins.
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5. Jennifer Aniston
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4. Cast of Mad Men
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3. Cast of Glee
It is time for fans to unleash their inner gleek as Bravo Media welcomes the cast and creator of the hit television series, "Glee," to the "Inside the Actors Studio" stage, premiering on Monday, April 9th at 8pm et/pt. Currently in its 18th season, host James Lipton is joined by cast members Lea Michele, Matthew Morrison, Jane Lynch, Chris Colfer, Cory Monteith and co-creator Ryan Murphy. From Chris Colfer's never-before-seen audition tape to Lea Michele's first big break on Broadway to Cory Monteith's troubled past, no stone is left unturned as they give viewers an inside look into their fascinating careers and reveal behind-the-scene stories from the set of the hit series.
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2. Brad Pitt
E1
1. George Clooney
Season 19
2013 · 13 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago
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13. Jim Parsons
FinaleActor Jim Parsons ("The Big Bang Theory") talks about his life and career.
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12. 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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11. 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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10. Robin Williams
Commemorating the life and career of legendary actor and comedian Robin Williams.
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9. How I Met Your Mother
The cast of "How I Met Your Mother" discusses the series.
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8. 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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7. Amy Adams
Actress Amy Adams discusses her career, including her leading role in "American Hustle," which earned her a Golden Globe.
E6
6. 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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5. Cast and Creator of Arrested Development
Cast members and the creator of "Arrested Development" reunite.
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4. Jake Gyllenhaal
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3. 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.
E2
2. 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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1. Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman's second appearance on Inside the Actor'S Studio
Season 20
2014 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago
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6. Jim Parsons
FinaleParsons 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 “boring” relationship with partner Todd Spiewak.
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5. 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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4. 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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3. 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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2. 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.
E1
1. 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."
Season 21
2015 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 10 years ago
E6
6. Christopher Meloni
Finale
E5
5. 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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4. 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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3. 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."
E2
2. 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."
E1
1. 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.
Season 22
2016 · 16 episodes · Last episode: 6 years ago
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16. Episode 16
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15. Episode 15
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14. Episode 14
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13. Episode 13
- E12
12. Episode 12
- E11
11. Episode 11
- E10
10. Episode 10
- E9
9. Episode 9
- E8
8. Episode 8
E7
7. Ted Danson
Finale
E6
6. Kristen Wiig
E5
5. Scarlett Johansson
E4
4. The Cast of Girls
- E3
3. Cuba Gooding Jr.
- E2
2. Viola Davis
- E1
1. Jessica Chastain
James Lipton interviews Jessica Chastain, who traces her rise to Hollywood stardom from humble beginnings. She also discusses her theater training at Julliard and her career-altering films, such as "Salomé," "A Most Violent Year" and "Zero Dark Thirty."
Season 23
2019 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 6 years ago
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8. Episode 8
E7
7. Episode 7
E6
6. Episode 6
E5
5. Episode 5
E4
4. Episode 4
E3
3. Episode 3
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2. Episode 2
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1. Episode 1
Episodes for this season haven't been announced yet.
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When did the latest episode of Inside the Actors Studio come out?
The most recent episode of Inside the Actors Studio, Season 23 Episode 8, aired on December 15, 2019.
How many seasons of Inside the Actors Studio are there?
Inside the Actors Studio has 24 seasons with 303 episodes in total.
When did Inside the Actors Studio first air?
Inside the Actors Studio first aired on Bravo on August 14, 1994.
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