Episode 1
Ben Stiller
1h
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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Guest stars Ben Stiller
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
Gene Hackman
1h
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Guest stars Gene Hackman
Episode 4
Bruce Willis
1h
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Guest stars Bruce Willis
Episode 5
Kevin Costner
1h
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Guest stars Kevin Costner
Episode 6
Will Smith
1h
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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Guest stars Will Smith
Episode 7
Stockard Channing
1h
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Guest stars Stockard Channing
Episode 8
Debra Winger
1h
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Guest stars Debra Winger
Episode 9
Sarah Jessica Parker
1h
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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Guest stars Sarah Jessica Parker
Episode 10
Sir Ben Kingsley
1h
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Guest stars Jason Fricchione, Ben Kingsley
Episode 11
Dennis Quaid
1h
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Guest stars Dennis Quaid
Episode 12
Ethan Hawke
1h
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Guest stars Ethan Hawke
Episode 13
Richard Gere
1h
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Guest stars Richard Gere
Episode 15
Samuel L. Jackson
1h
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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Guest stars Samuel L. Jackson
Episode 16
Benicio del Toro
1h
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Guest stars Benicio del Toro
Episode 17
Vanessa Redgrave
1h
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Guest stars Vanessa Redgrave
Episode 18
Billy Bob Thornton
1h
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Guest stars Billy Bob Thornton
Episode 19
Johnny Depp
1hfinale
The versatile but often misunderstood lead man takes the stage and demystifies himself in style.
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Guest stars Johnny Depp
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