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The Worst Episodes of The Last Movie Stars

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A celebration of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward’s iconic careers and decades-long partnership. Director Ethan Hawke brings life and color to this definitive history of...
Genre:Documentary
Network:HBO Max

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

"Chapter Four: Paying the Price" is the worst rated episode of "The Last Movie Stars". It scored 7.7/10 based on 79 votes. Directed by Ethan Hawke and written by N/A, it aired on 7/21/2022. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Chapter Two: A Star Is Born".

  • Chapter Four: Paying the Price
    7.7/1079 votes
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    #1 - Chapter Four: Paying the Price

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/21/2022

    While films such as The Sting and Winning further bolster both Paul and Joanne’s careers, the couple grows more outspoken about social justice issues, but troubles at home threaten their marriage and family life.

    Director: Ethan Hawke

    Writer: N/A

  • Chapter Two: A Star Is Born
    7.9/1091 votes
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    #2 - Chapter Two: A Star Is Born

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 7/21/2022

    Finally able to go public as newlyweds, Paul and Joanne experience the ups and downs of Hollywood. Later, as the pressures of motherhood cause Joanne to take a step back from the limelight, Paul finds his star on the rise.

    Director: Ethan Hawke

    Writer: N/A

  • Chapter Five: Against the Sky
    7.9/1079 votes
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    #3 - Chapter Five: Against the Sky

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/21/2022

    As Paul’s alcoholism continues to wreak havoc on their marriage, Joanne gives her husband an ultimatum – get sober or get out. Later, a personal tragedy causes Paul to dive headfirst into a dangerous hobby…racecar driving.

    Director: Ethan Hawke

    Writer: N/A

  • Chapter One: Cosmic Orphans
    8.0/10132 votes
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    #4 - Chapter One: Cosmic Orphans

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 7/21/2022

    In the early 1950s, aspiring actors Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward meet as understudies on Broadway, sparking two of Hollywood’s most iconic careers and a decades long love story. There’s just one problem: Paul is already married.

    Director: Ethan Hawke

    Writer: N/A

  • Chapter Three: The Legend of Paul Leonard Newman
    8.0/1085 votes
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    #5 - Chapter Three: The Legend of Paul Leonard Newman

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/21/2022

    Through films such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Paul achieves international renown alongside his status as Hollywood’s leading heartthrob. Later, Joanne emerges from semi-retirement to star in Paul’s directorial debut.

    Director: Ethan Hawke

    Writer: N/A

  • Chapter Six: Luck is an Art
    8.1/1075 votes
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    #6 - Chapter Six: Luck is an Art

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/21/2022

    In the wake of their son’s death, Paul and Joanne channel their grief into charitable work through Newman’s Own. While Paul and Joanne each undergo a career renaissance, it is their love story that is their most enduring legacy.

    Director: Ethan Hawke

    Writer: N/A