2005 · 20 episodes

September 25, 2005 · 1h
James Lipton interviews the quietly successful lead actress in many different films. Taped after the making of, but before the release of, "Flightplan."
October 16, 2005 · 1h
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October 30, 2005 · 1h
The 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.
December 11, 2005 · 1h
The making of the Broadway smash "The Producers" into a film is discussed by actors Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane and director Susan Stroman.
December 18, 2005 · 1h
January 8, 2006 · 1h
January 15, 2006 · 1h
January 22, 2006 · 1h
February 5, 2006 · 1h
February 12, 2006 · 1h
Comedian Dave Chappelle discusses his TV and film work, including "Chappelle's Show," "Blue Streak" and "Undercover Brother."
May 7, 2006 · 1h

May 14, 2006 · 1h
Tom Hanks returns to the Actors Studio for a second time.
May 21, 2006 · 1h
June 6, 2006 · 1h

June 25, 2006 · 1h
A star-studded audience attends to see the beloved, talented leading man who gives a rare in-depth interview with humor and honesty.

July 9, 2006 · 1h
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.
July 31, 2006 · 1h
Actor Hugh Laurie is interviewed about his career and his transition from classic British comedy to American drama.
September 18, 2006 · 1h
The popular leading lady mentions highlights from her long career and chronicles her start as a ballerina and singer before moving onto theatre productions.

October 2, 2006 · 1h
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.