Famous actors, directors and writers reminisce about their careers and the philosophy behind their craft.
Where to Watch Inside the Actors Studio • Season 12
20 Episodes
Jodie Foster
E1
Jodie FosterJames Lipton interviews the quietly successful lead actress in many different films. Taped after the making of, but before the release of, "Flightplan."
Elton John
E2
Elton John
Rosie O'Donnell
E3
Rosie O'Donnell
Michael J. Fox
E4
Michael J. FoxThe 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 Cast of the Producers
E5
The Cast of the ProducersThe making of the Broadway smash "The Producers" into a film is discussed by actors Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane and director Susan Stroman.
Barbara Walters
E6
Barbara Walters
Queen Latifah
E7
Queen Latifah
Ralph Fiennes
E8
Ralph Fiennes
Martin Lawrence
E9
Martin Lawrence
Liza Minnelli
E10
Liza Minnelli
Dave Chappelle
E11
Dave ChappelleComedian Dave Chappelle discusses his TV and film work, including "Chappelle's Show," "Blue Streak" and "Undercover Brother."
The Casts of Law & Order
E12
The Casts of Law & Order
Tom Hanks (II)
E13
Tom Hanks (II)Tom Hanks returns to the Actors Studio for a second time.
Don Cheadle
E14
Don Cheadle
Tim Allen
E15
Tim Allen
Dustin Hoffman
E16
Dustin HoffmanA star-studded audience attends to see the beloved, talented leading man who gives a rare in-depth interview with humor and honesty.
Robert Downey Jr.
E17
Robert Downey Jr.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.
Hugh Laurie
E18
Hugh LaurieActor Hugh Laurie is interviewed about his career and his transition from classic British comedy to American drama.
Teri Hatcher
E19
Teri HatcherThe popular leading lady mentions highlights from her long career and chronicles her start as a ballerina and singer before moving onto theatre productions.
Al Pacino
E20
Al PacinoOne 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.