The popular and influential African-American actor speaks candidly about his style, his potrayal of famous figures, his charity work and his San Francisco heritage.
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."
Actor Sean Penn is profiled and interviewed about his career.
In this no-holds-barred meeting, the veteran Hollywood actor talks in depth about his career which spans blockbluster films across several decades.
Actor Peter Falk returns to his alma mater, the New School for Social Research in New York City, to discuss his multiple Emmy Awards for TV's “Columbo” and his film career, including roles in “Murder, Inc.” and “Pocketful of Miracles.”
Actor/Director Sylvester Stallone is interviewed on his career.
The world-renouned British actor talks in length about his roots and his subsequent illustrious career.
The well-established actor discusses his rise from underdog to premiere Hollywood and stage star.
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.
The charismatic character actor discusses his on-screen personas, his writing career, his relationship with fellow actor Matt Damon and all points in-between.
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
The gifted female lead actress talks about her well-steeped dramatic heritage and steady rise to success.
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.
The enduringly popular, quick-witted comic turned actor takes the chair in this hilarious episode.
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.
Will the real James Lipton please stand up? For the first time on television James Lipton appears on stage with his comedic nemesis Will Ferrell, who regularly delivers a devilishly, dead-on parody of Lipton on the venerable late night comedy series "Saturday Night Live." Lipton marks a milestone of his own celebrating his 100th guest, Gene Hackman. While Ferrell's faux Actors Studio guests have included Charles Nelson Reilly, and "Saved by the Bell's" "Screech," Lipton has interviewed 100 of our greatest actors including Robert DeNiro, Meryl Streep, Kevin Spacey, Paul Newman, Julia Roberts, Susan Sarandon, Jack Lemmon, Anthony Hopkins and many others. All are featured in the special retrospective hour -- with a few surprises thrown in -- followed by a one-hour interview with Gene Hackman.
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.
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
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.
The versatile but often misunderstood lead man takes the stage and demystifies himself in style.
The legendary Shakesperian thespian talks frankly about his upbringing, mutitude of roles and the difficulties caused by his homosexuality.
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.
This will be Julie Kavner's first interview with the other Simpsons cast.
The charming actress discusses the challenges of being a child actor, her teenage struggle with drugs and her transformation into a venerable leading lady.
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.
Actor John Travolta is interviewed on his career.
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.
The writer, director and long-running acclaimed actor draws on over five decades of professional experience in a thrilling dissertation of his successes.
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.
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.
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.
The beautifully vivacious, multi-award winning yet down-to-earth English actress, recently a mother at the time of broadcast, visits the studio.
Inside the Actor's Studio, 10th Anniversary
James Lipton chats to The Sopranos star James Gandolfini, who talks about his rise to fame and his roots on the Broadway stage
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.
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.
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.
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.
James Lipton interviews Jamie Foxx.
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.
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.
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.
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.
James Lipton interviews Colin Farrell about his acting career.
James Lipton interviews the quietly successful lead actress in many different films. Taped after the making of, but before the release of, "Flightplan."
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.
The making of the Broadway smash "The Producers" into a film is discussed by actors Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane and director Susan Stroman.
Comedian Dave Chappelle discusses his TV and film work, including "Chappelle's Show," "Blue Streak" and "Undercover Brother."
Tom Hanks returns to the Actors Studio for a second time.
A star-studded audience attends to see the beloved, talented leading man who gives a rare in-depth interview with humor and honesty.
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.
Actor Hugh Laurie is interviewed about his career and his transition from classic British comedy to American drama.
The popular leading lady mentions highlights from her long career and chronicles her start as a ballerina and singer before moving onto theatre productions.
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.
Forest Whitaker is profiled and interviewed about his career.
The comedic actor discusses his huge successes, his big break and his ever-aspirational outlook on life.
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.
Singer and actress Diana Ross is interviewed about her career.
Robert Lipton interviews comedian/actor Chris Rock about his career and background.
Host Robert Linton talks to Mark Ruffalo about his various roles.
James Lipton interviews Julia-Louis Dreyfus about her various acting roles.
Actress Kyra Sedgwick is interviewed about her career and movie & TV roles.
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.
James Lipton talks to Charlie Sheen about his various film and TV roles.
Actor/comedian Billy Crystal makes a second visit to the show to talk with James Lipton about his work in films.
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.
James Lipton talks to Alec Baldwin about his career since his original 1994 appearance on the show, and his recent foray into television.
This actress, often voted high on "most beautiful people" lists, discusses her difficult upbringing and her perserverance to get into showbizness despite opposition.
The coolly charismatic actor recounts events from his interesting 25-year career, including his penchant for delivering soulful monologues in the rain.
In the 200th episode, comedian Dave Chappelle interviews host James Lipton. Also, highlights and favorite guests from classic interviews.
Daniel Radcliffe, star of the "Harry Potter" film franchise, charts his career journey in a chat with host James Lipton.
The career journey of Josh Brolin, star of "W." (2008), "No Country for Old Men" (2007) and "The Goonies" (1985), is chronicled.
Laura Linney---three-time Emmy winner and three-time Oscar nominee (for 2007's "The Savages," 2004's "Kinsey" and 2000's "You Can Count on Me")---shares perspective on her life and career in a discourse with host James Lipton.
English comic actor Ricky Gervais, star of the U.K. version of "The Office" and cable TV's "Extras," recaps his life and career journey in a chat with host James Lipton.
James Lipton interviews late-night talk-show host Conan O'Brien. The onetime writer for "Saturday Night Live" and "The Simpsons" gives humorous expression to his life experiences and career journey.
James Lipton interviews Irish-American comedian Denis Leary, who first became known for his acerbic stand-up routines before carving out an acting career
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
James Lipton interviews Judd Apatow, producer and director of films including The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up and Funny People, about his sometimes difficult path to success
James Lipton interviews Jason Bateman, star of critically acclaimed sitcom Arrested Development, about his life and career, including his time as a child star
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.
Actress Hilary Swank becomes the third youngest woman ever to win two Oscars for 'Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role.'
James Lipton interviews the band, Bon Jovi. Among other things, they talk about other band names that were discussed.
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
An interview with actress, comedienne, author and former game-show hostess Betty White, who is best known for her role as Rose Nylund in long-running US comedy The Golden Girls
James Lipton chats to actor James Franco, who won a Golden Globe for his performance in the title role of the biopic James Dean, before finding success in the Spider-Man films and Danny Boyle's 127 Hours
James Lipton interviews Jim Carrey, who rose to fame as the star of comedies including The Mask and Dumb & Dumber but has since become known for more serious roles
Bradley Cooper, star of The Hangover, Limitless and the big-screen adaptation of The A-Team, discusses his life and career. Presented by James Lipton
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.
James Lipton interviews former Friends actress Jennifer Aniston, who has starred in the films Bruce Almighty, The Break-Up and Just Go with It
James Lipton interviews George Clooney, who found fame on TV medical drama ER before embarking on a highly successful film career and winning an Oscar for his role in Syriana
James Lipton interviews Hollywood star Brad Pitt, who has received Oscar nominations for his roles in Moneyball, Twelve Monkeys and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
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.
James Lipton interviews Mad Men stars Jon Hamm, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery, January Jones, Vincent Kartheiser and Jared Harris, as well as the show's creator Matthew Weiner
An insight into the life and career of Liam Neeson, the Northern Ireland-born star of Schindler's List, Michael Collins, Taken and Batman Begins. The actor discusses his path to Hollywood success, as well as opening up about his personal life including his marriage to actress Natasha Richardson
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.
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.
James Lipton interviews the actor, who reveals the impact of the death of his Brokeback Mountain co-star and friend Heath Ledger in 2008. Gyllenhaal chats about his recent role in Denis Villeneuve's Prisoners, his film debut as Billy Crystal's son in City Slickers and his big break in cult classic Donnie Darko. He also reminisces about working with Anne Hathaway on Love & Other Drugs and talks about his relationship with his actress sister Maggie
Bravo Media's Inside the Actors Studio, hosted by James Lipton, promises big laughs and riveting revelations when the cast and creator of Netflix’s Arrested Development appear on the show on Thursday, November 7 at 8pm ET/PT. The series has won six Primetime Emmy awards including “Outstanding Comedy Series” in 2004 and Time Magazine included it in its “All-Time 100 TV Shows” list. Lipton, who has a recurring guest role on Arrested Development as Prison Warden Stefan Gentiles, will be joined by Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Alia Shawkat, Jeffrey Tambor, Jessica Walter, and creator Mitch Hurwitz. In the episode, series creator Mitch Hurwitz unveils his real-life inspiration behind the Banana Stand and the personal meaning behind the name “Maeby.” Find out the stars' favorite Season 4 moments, which cast member swore off television after many false starts, who moonlights as a teacher, and the genesis of Portia de Rossi’s name.
Sting's new Broadway musical The Last Ship, featuring music from the latest Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee's 2013 album of the same name, is set to open on October 26th, but before the Police singer makes his debut as a Great White Way composer, he'll sit down with James Lipton for an interview on Inside the Actors Studio.
Through the episode, Cranston intimately recalls his early days, including a defining moment in his childhood when he went from an outgoing and happy youth to a recluse after his father left his family. He 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."
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."
Interviewed: Jeff Daniels.
Cast members of "The Walking Dead" are interviewed.
James Lipton interviews Christopher Meloni, who talks about his roles in "Oz" and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit."
In anticipation of her upcoming film Downsizing, Wiig discusses her Hollywood beginning at The Groundlings improv troupe which led to her breakout role as series regular on Saturday Night Live, where she earned five Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. From the small screen to the big screen, Wiig expanded her repertoire to include both comedic and dramatic roles in films such as Mother!, The Martian, Skeleton Twins, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, Despicable Me 2, Welcome To Me, Ghostbusters, The Diary of a Teenage Girl, and the upcoming Where’d You Go, Bernadette. In the episode, Wiig recounts her journey to writing, producing and starring in the Oscar nominated film, Bridesmaids, and how she created many of her iconic characters in Saturday Night Live including the ‘Aunt Linda’ and ‘Sue the Surprise Lady.’
Alec Baldwin interviews guest, Henry Winkler. Emmy® winner, Henry Winkler, recounts his incredible career from his persona of “Fonzie” on Happy Days to his award-winning part on HBO’s Barry.
Jane Lynch interviews David Oyelowo. From his acclaimed portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in “Selma” to starring alongside Tom Cruise in “Jack Reacher” Oyelowo shares how he went from the London stage to be one of Hollywood’s most sought after stars
Pedro Pascal interviews Willem Dafoe. 4-time Academy Award® nominee, Willem Dafoe details the experience of being a young actor on Oliver Stone’s set of “Platoon” and what it was like to be courted by Martin Scorsese for “The Last Temptation of Christ.”
Ellen Burstyn interviews Al Pacino. Oscar® winner Al Pacino shares stories from his celebrated career from studying acting with Lee Strasberg, to his iconic role in The Godfather, and his extensive stage, film, and television work.
LaTanya Richardson Jackson interviews guest Alfre Woodard. Alfre Woodard reflects on her training as an actor which led her to a prolific television career as well as critically acclaimed performances in Cross Creek, Passion Fish, and Miss Evers’ Boys.
Greta Gerwig interviews Laura Dern. Emmy® winner Laura Dern recounts her impressive film and television career from her collaborations with David Lynch, to working with her mother Diane Ladd in Rambling Rose, to playing Renata in HBO’s Big Little Lies.
Kelsey Grammer (Cheers, Frasier) interviewing the incomparable television director James Burrows (Cheers, Will & Grace). Burrows has directed Grammer many times over the years, most notably in over 200 episodes of Cheers and in 32 episodes of Frasier during the height of “Must See TV.”
Uzo Aduba interviews guest Lupita Nyong'o.
Alec Baldwin interviews guest, Treat Williams. Treat Williams recounts his incredible stage and screen career, from his Broadway debut as Danny Zuko in Grease to his iconic film roles in Hair and Prince of the City.
Veteran actress Brooke Shields shares her story of growing up in the spotlight with host James Lipton, from her breakout in 1978's "Pretty Baby" to her latest role as the dynamic film executive Wendy Healy in "Lipstick Jungle."
The Actors Studio, founded in 1947, gained attention as Brando, James Dean, Tennessee Williams and other early members practiced their new "method" and emerged with a naturalistic style of acting previously unseen in movies.
Paul Newman and Robert Redford's introduction to the Icons DVD set
Former guests return, including Bradley Cooper, Robert DeNiro, Jennifer Lopez, Christopher Walken, and Barbara Walters.
