The worst episodes of Inside the Actors Studio

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  1. 01

    S12E11 · February 12, 2006 · 1h

    Dave Chappelle2.0

    Comedian Dave Chappelle discusses his TV and film work, including "Chappelle's Show," "Blue Streak" and "Undercover Brother."

  2. 02

    S15E15 · September 21, 2009 · 1h

    Amy Poehler2.0

  3. 03

    S11E23 · October 23, 2005 · 1h

    Rosie O'Donnell4.0

  4. 04

    S16E02 · November 16, 2009 · 1h

    Bon Jovi4.0

    James Lipton interviews the band, Bon Jovi. Among other things, they talk about other band names that were discussed.

  5. 05

    S10E11 · February 15, 2004 · 1h

    Jay Leno5.0

  6. 06

    S10E07 · January 4, 2004 · 1h

    Russell Crowe6.0

    The hugely popular Australian actor discusses his sudden rise to A-list status, his unusual upbringing and his often tempestuous, misunderstood relationship with the press.

  7. 07

    S11E06 · November 14, 2004 · 1h

    Mark Wahlberg6.0

  8. 08

    S13E03 · January 8, 2007 · 1h

    Matt Damon6.0

    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.

  9. 09

    S15E13 · September 7, 2009 · 1h

    Jason Bateman6.0

  10. 10

    S16E03 · December 21, 2009 · 1h

    Kate Hudson6.0

  11. 11

    S16E06 · September 28, 2010 · 1h

    Betty White6.0

  12. 12

    S20E01 · February 20, 2014 · 1h

    Matthew McConaughey6.0

    Matthew McConaughey reflects on his life and career. McConaughey discusses his break into film with 1993's "Dazed and Confused", his decision to play riskier characters, and his preparation for the film "Dallas Buyers Club."

  13. 13

    S15E12 · August 31, 2009 · 1h

    Mickey Rourke7.0

  14. 14

    S10E05 · December 21, 2003 · 1h

    Jude Law8.0

  15. 15

    S11E04 · October 31, 2004 · 1h

    George Carlin8.0

    New York comedian George Carlin fields questions about his long-running standup career, his many dislikes and the nature of life in this frank and revealing interview session.

  16. 16

    S13E13 · October 22, 2007 · 1h

    Alec Baldwin (II)8.0

    James Lipton talks to Alec Baldwin about his career since his original 1994 appearance on the show, and his recent foray into television.

  17. 17

    S15E14 · September 14, 2009 · 1h

    The Cast of Family Guy9.0

    Seth MacFarlane and company discuss the tempestuous tenure of one of the most loved risque animated shows on television, as well as recounting how they came to work together in the first place.

  18. 18

    S10E02 · October 5, 2003 · 1h

    Clint Eastwood10.0

    The writer, director and long-running acclaimed actor draws on over five decades of professional experience in a thrilling dissertation of his successes.

  19. 19

    S10E08 · January 11, 2004 · 1h

    Tom Cruise10.0

    The constantly popular actor enthusiastically responds to James Liptons questions, including those dealing with his various relationships over the years and his choice to become a Scientologist.

  20. 20

    S11E20 · June 19, 2005 · 1h

    The Cast of Everybody Loves Raymond10.0

  21. 21

    S11E22 · October 16, 2005 · 1h

    Elton John10.0

  22. 22

    S12E02 · October 16, 2005 · 1h

    Elton John10.0

  23. 23

    S12E16 · June 25, 2006 · 1h

    Dustin Hoffman10.0

    A star-studded audience attends to see the beloved, talented leading man who gives a rare in-depth interview with humor and honesty.

  24. 24

    S12E20 · October 2, 2006 · 1h

    Al Pacino10.0

    One 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.

  25. 25

    S13E06 · March 19, 2007 · 1h

    Mark Ruffalo10.0

    Host Robert Linton talks to Mark Ruffalo about his various roles.

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