Episode 1
Hugh Jackman
1h
Hugh Jackman's second appearance on Inside the Actor'S Studio
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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.
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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.
Season 19 episodes
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Episode 2
Tina Fey
1h
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.
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 3
250th Special
1h
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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Episode 5
Cast and Creator of Arrested Development
1h
Cast members and the creator of "Arrested Development" reunite.
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 6
Bruce Dern and Laura Dern
1h
Bruce Dern and Laura Dern's individual careers, their personal relationship, and details about their lives and accomplishments.
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 7
Amy Adams
1h
Actress Amy Adams discusses her career, including her leading role in "American Hustle," which earned her a Golden Globe.
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 8
Matthew McConaughey
1h
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
1h
The cast of "How I Met Your Mother" discusses the series.
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 10
Robin Williams
1h
Commemorating the life and career of legendary actor and comedian Robin Williams.
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 11
Mariska Hargitay
1h
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.
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 12
Sting
1h
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."
Where to watch Inside the Actors StudioEpisode 13
Jim Parsons
1hfinale
Actor Jim Parsons ("The Big Bang Theory") talks about his life and career.
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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