TV series
Bitterly, brutally, blatantly hilarious.
Comic Garry Shandling draws upon his own talk show experiences to create the character of Larry Sanders, a paranoid, insecure host of a late night talk show. Larry, along with his obsequious TV sidekick Hank Kingsley and his fiercely protective producer Artie, allows Garry Shandling and his talented writers to look behind the scenes and to show us a convincing slice of behind the camera life.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Comic Garry Shandling draws upon his own talk show experiences to create the character of Larry Sanders, a paranoid, insecure host of a late night talk show. Larry, along with his obsequious TV sidekick Hank Kingsley and his fiercely protective producer Artie, allows Garry Shandling and his talented writers to look behind the scenes and to show us a convincing slice of behind the camera life.
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Episode 1
Larry's ratings are slipping and the suits are looking to replace him with regular guest host Jon Stewart. Hank tries to trade for a fan's ""Hey Now"" license plates.
Directed by Thomas SchlammeWritten by Garry Shandling, Adam ResnickGuest stars Jon Stewart, Winona Ryder, Bruce Greenwood, Joshua Malina, George Wyner
Episode 2
Kenny Mitchell joins the show as creative consultant and makes major changes to the format. Larry battles with the network and his agent over his contract.
Directed by David MirkinWritten by Dennis Klein, Garry ShandlingGuest stars Jon Stewart, Charles Cioffi, Bob Odenkirk, Bruce Greenwood, Joshua Malina, Colin Hay
Episode 3
Larry's staff prepares for the end by secretly looking for new jobs.
Written by Peter TolanGuest stars Lea Thompson, Bob Costas, Andy Williams, Pat Sajak, Frederick de Cordova, Jim Gray, Donny Osmond, Fred Barron
Episode 4
Phil leaves the show to write a pilot. Larry gives Artie a special gift.
Directed by Alan MyersonWritten by Peter TolanGuest stars Bridget Fonda, Sid Newman, Dave Chappelle, Jonathan Katz, Carlos Jacott, Jenna Stern
Episode 5
Mary Lou dents Hank's car but is terrified to tell him. Larry is interviewed for Extra!
Directed by Todd HollandGuest stars Jim Belushi, David Spade, David Paymer, Maureen O'Boyle, Vince Vaughn
Episode 6
Larry spends his vacation with his brother who has a business proposition. Guest host Jon Stewart tests the network's censors by booking the Wu-Tang Clan.
Written by Peter HuyckGuest stars Jon Stewart, Deborah May, Joshua Malina, Kristen Johnston, Wayne Federman, Richard Penn, Jim Abele
Episode 7
Hank does a remote from Wisconsin. The staff tries to guess the father of Beverly's baby.
Directed by Alan MyersonWritten by Adam ResnickGuest stars Drew Carey, Michael Bolton, Eriq La Salle, Steven Wright, Sid Newman, Tom Amandes, Ashley Gardner, Wade Williams
Episode 8
Everyone takes Sid's death hard, especially Hank who thinks he may have pushed Sid over the edge.
Directed by Judd ApatowWritten by Judd Apatow, Adam ResnickGuest stars Larry Miller, Laura Dern, Jerry Stiller, Heidi Klum, Paul Willson, Rosey Grier, Char Margolis
Episode 9
Larry hits on a guest. Hank hits on his doctor. Mary Lou considers letting her best friend be on the show.
Directed by Melanie MayronWritten by Peter TolanGuest stars Sarah Silverman, Jeff Goldblum, Gina Gershon, Illeana Douglas, Terry Bradshaw, Polly Draper
Episode 10
Larry begins to date Illeana Douglas, but feels compelled to rehearse her through her segment. Meanwhile, Brian brings a sexual harassment suit against Phil for all his gay jokes.
Directed by Judd ApatowWritten by Peter Huyck, Richard Day, Alex GregoryGuest stars Bruno Kirby, Drew Barrymore, Ed Begley Jr., Sarah Silverman, Illeana Douglas
Episode 11
Larry scrambles to get his last show together, and must confront David Duchovny's affections in order to secure him as a guest. Arthur tries to keep the staff's emotions together as things are packed up and the last show is done.
Directed by Todd HollandWritten by Dennis Klein, Garry Shandling, Peter TolanGuest stars Linda Doucett, Jeremy Piven, Bruno Kirby, Tim Allen, David Duchovny, Ellen DeGeneres, Carol Burnett, Jerry Seinfeld
Episode 12
Part 2 of the final ever show. Larry is in hot water with Carol Burnet when he tells her she was the first person he chose to be on his final show. This doesn't appear to be the case as Ellen confirms. Bruno Kirby is bumped again. Clint Black sings goodbye to Larry.
Guest stars Linda Doucett, Jeremy Piven, Bruno Kirby, Tim Allen, David Duchovny, Ellen DeGeneres, Carol Burnett, Jerry Seinfeld
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Garry ShandlingLarry Sanders
Jeffrey TamborHank Kingsley
Wallace LanghamPhil
Rip TornArthur
Penny Johnson JeraldBeverly Barnes
Janeane GarofaloPaula
Linda DoucettDarlene Chapinni
Megan GallagherJeannie Sanders
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