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The Best Episodes of Inside the Actors Studio

Every episode of Inside the Actors Studio ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Inside the Actors Studio!

The Best Episodes of Inside the Actors Studio

James Lipton sits down with some of the world's most accomplished actors and directors for penetrating, fascinating interviews.
  1. Background image for Clint Eastwood
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Clint Eastwood

    S10:E2

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Tom Cruise
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Tom Cruise

    S10:E8

    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.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for The Cast of Everybody Loves Raymond
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - The Cast of Everybody Loves Raymond

    S11:E20

    No description available

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Elton John
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Elton John

    S11:E22

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Elton John
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Elton John

    S12:E2

    No description available

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Dustin Hoffman
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Dustin Hoffman

    S12:E16

    A 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Al Pacino
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - Al Pacino

    S12:E20

    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.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  9. Background image for Mark Ruffalo
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Mark Ruffalo

    S13:E6

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for Michelle Pfeiffer
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - Michelle Pfeiffer

    S13:E9

    James Lipton looks back at Pfeiffer's career. She returns to the screen after a 5 year absence with a role in the remake of Hairspray, and delves into the execution of her other well-loved characters.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for Billy Crystal (II)
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Billy Crystal (II)

    S13:E11

    Actor/comedian Billy Crystal makes a second visit to the show to talk with James Lipton about his work in films.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  12. Background image for Sir Anthony Hopkins (II)
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Sir Anthony Hopkins (II)

    S13:E12

    Acclaimed actor and proud owner of a knighthood, Sir Anthony Hopkins returns to talk to James Lipton about his continually successful career on screen and stage.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  13. Background image for John Cusack
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - John Cusack

    S13:E15

    The coolly charismatic actor recounts events from his interesting 25-year career, including his penchant for delivering soulful monologues in the rain.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  14. Background image for Sean Combs
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Sean Combs

    S16:E5

    James Lipton interviews hip-hop mogul Sean Combs, who discusses his turbulent upbringing, exuberant public persona and the death of rapper and close friend Notorious BIG

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  15. Background image for Billy Joel
    9.2/10(17 votes)

    #14 - Billy Joel

    S6:E1

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  16. Background image for Francis Ford Coppola
    9.2/10(256 votes)

    #15 - Francis Ford Coppola

    S7:E14

    One of the all-time great directors takes the stage to compare notes on his signature directing style, his relationship with his actors and the support of his family and the importance of all these factors on his work.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  17. Background image for George Clooney
    9.1/10(41 votes)

    #16 - George Clooney

    S18:E1

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  18. Background image for Lauren Bacall
    9.0/10(37 votes)

    #17 - Lauren Bacall

    S4:E5

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  19. Background image for Sir Michael Caine
    8.7/10(44 votes)

    #18 - Sir Michael Caine

    S6:E5

    The world-renouned British actor talks in length about his roots and his subsequent illustrious career.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  20. Background image for Sigourney Weaver
    8.7/10(60 votes)

    #19 - Sigourney Weaver

    S6:E13

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  21. Background image for Conan O'Brien
    8.7/10(47 votes)

    #20 - Conan O'Brien

    S15:E7

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    Director:Unknown
  22. Background image for James Franco
    8.7/10(53 votes)

    #21 - James Franco

    S17:E1

    James Franco, star of 2010's "127 Hours," 2008's "Milk" and the Spider-Man film franchise, chats about his life and career in an interview with James Lipton.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  23. Background image for Jack Lemmon
    8.6/10(21 votes)

    #22 - Jack Lemmon

    S4:E10

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  24. Background image for Sharon Stone
    8.6/10(22 votes)

    #23 - Sharon Stone

    S5:E6

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  25. Background image for Jerry Lewis
    8.6/10(17 votes)

    #24 - Jerry Lewis

    S5:E15

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for James Lipton
    8.6/10(56 votes)

    #25 - James Lipton

    S15:E2

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    Director:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"Clint Eastwood" is the best rated episode of "Inside the Actors Studio". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/5/2003. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Tom Cruise".