The Best Inside The Actors Studio Episodes
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List of the best Inside the Actors Studio episodes, as voted on by other fans of the series. With so many memorable episodes of the show, it's hard to trust just one person's opinion of what the top Inside the Actors Studio episodes of all time are. Fans of Inside the Actors Studio are extremely passionate about the show, and there is often debate over which episodes are better than others. That's why this list exists- so you can vote for your favorites and we can find out once and for all what everyone thinks the best episode is.
These episodes, like Michael J. Fox and Billy Crystal include images when available. What is the best Inside the Actors Studio episode of all time? Look below and find out.- Photo: Metaweb / CC-BY137 VOTES
Robin Williams
The enduringly popular, quick-witted comic turned actor takes the chair in this hilarious episode. - Photo: user uploaded image26 VOTES
Dennis Hopper
- 314 VOTESA star-studded audience attends to see the beloved, talented leading man who gives a rare in-depth interview with humor and honesty.
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Johnny Depp
The versatile but often misunderstood lead man takes the stage and demystifies himself in style. - Photo: user uploaded image512 VOTES
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. - Photo: user uploaded image622 VOTES
Dave Chappelle
Comedian Dave Chappelle discusses his TV and film work, including "Chappelle's Show," "Blue Streak" and "Undercover Brother." - Photo: user uploaded image712 VOTES
James Gandolfini
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The Cast of The Simpsons
This will be Julie Kavner's first interview with the other Simpsons cast. - Photo: user uploaded image99 VOTES
Steven Spielberg
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James Woods
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Kevin Costner
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John Goodman
The good-humoured and accomplised actor of both hit movies and television shows, dramatic and comedic, takes to the stage to compare notes on his auspicious vocation. - Photo: Wikimedia Commons / CC-BY137 VOTES
Martin Scorsese
Vaunted director Martin Scorsese looks back at the highlights of his well-loved works, discusses his choice to become a filmmaker and his continued passion for celluloid. - Photo: Metaweb (FB)1412 VOTES
Chris Rock
Robert Lipton interviews comedian/actor Chris Rock about his career and background. - Photo: user uploaded image1512 VOTES
Gene Hackman
- 166 VOTES
Jack Lemmon
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Mark Wahlberg
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Billy Joel
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Sean Penn
Actor Sean Penn is profiled and interviewed about his career. - Photo: user uploaded image205 VOTES
Danny Glover
The popular and influential African-American actor speaks candidly about his style, his potrayal of famous figures, his charity work and his San Francisco heritage. - Photo: user uploaded image215 VOTES
The Cast of Family Guy
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. - Photo: flickr / CC0229 VOTES
Jerry Lewis
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Kevin Spacey
The well-established actor discusses his rise from underdog to premiere Hollywood and stage star. - Photo: user uploaded image244 VOTES
Conan O'Brien
English comic actor Ricky Gervais, star of the U.K. version of "The Office" and cable TV's "Extras," recaps his life and career journey in a chat with host James Lipton. - 259 VOTES