Episode 1
Forest Whitaker
1h
Forest Whitaker is profiled and interviewed about his career.
Episode credits
Guest stars Forest Whitaker
TV series
Inside the Actors Studio
199422 seasons7.6 / 10
James Lipton sits down with some of the world's most accomplished actors and directors for penetrating, fascinating interviews.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
Inside the Actors Studio premiered August 14, 1994. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
James Lipton sits down with some of the world's most accomplished actors and directors for penetrating, fascinating interviews.
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Episode 2
Eddie Murphy
1h
The comedic actor discusses his huge successes, his big break and his ever-aspirational outlook on life.
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Guest stars Eddie Murphy
Episode 3
Matt Damon
1h6.0 / 10
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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Guest stars Matt Damon
Episode 4
Diana Ross
1h
Singer and actress Diana Ross is interviewed about her career.
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Guest stars Diana Ross
Episode 5
Chris Rock
1h
Robert Lipton interviews comedian/actor Chris Rock about his career and background.
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Guest stars Chris Rock
Episode 6
Mark Ruffalo
1h10.0 / 10
Host Robert Linton talks to Mark Ruffalo about his various roles.
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Guest stars Mark Ruffalo
Episode 7
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
1h
James Lipton interviews Julia-Louis Dreyfus about her various acting roles.
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Guest stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Episode 8
Kyra Sedgwick
1h
Actress Kyra Sedgwick is interviewed about her career and movie & TV roles.
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Guest stars Kyra Sedgwick
Episode 9
Michelle Pfeiffer
1h10.0 / 10
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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Directed by Jeff WurtzWritten by James LiptonGuest stars Michelle Pfeiffer
Episode 10
Charlie Sheen
1h
James Lipton talks to Charlie Sheen about his various film and TV roles.
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Guest stars Charlie Sheen
Episode 11
Billy Crystal (II)
1h10.0 / 10
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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Episode 12
Sir Anthony Hopkins (II)
1h10.0 / 10
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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Guest stars Anthony Hopkins
Episode 13
Alec Baldwin (II)
1h8.0 / 10
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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Guest stars Alec Baldwin
Episode 14
Halle Berry
1h
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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Guest stars Halle Berry
Episode 15
John Cusack
1h10.0 / 10finale
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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Guest stars John Cusack
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
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More about Inside the Actors Studio
Cast
James LiptonSelf - Host
Anthony HopkinsSelf
Edward NortonSelf
Alec BaldwinSelf
Sarah Jessica ParkerSelf
Mike MyersSelf
Lauren BacallSelf
Anne JacksonSelfCredits
- Written by
- James Lipton
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Talk Show
- Episodes
- 284
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
BravoUnited States- The Actors StudioUnited States
- In the Moment Productions Ltd.United States
BravoUnited States- Betelgeuse Productions LLCUnited States
- Ovation EntertainmentUnited States
Themes
james lipton