The BEST episodes of Inside the Actors Studio season 15

Every episode of Inside the Actors Studio season 15, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Inside the Actors Studio season 15!

For over 12 years and more than 100 episodes, James Lipton has sat down with some of the world's most accomplished actors and directors for penetrating, fascinating interviews. Lipton's studious research and enlightened curiosity has inspired his guests to open up and confess their deepest thoughts about the art of acting. The series premiered with Paul Newman, an Actors Studio alumnus and former president (1982–1994).

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#1 - James Lipton

Season 15 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/10/2008

In the 200th episode, comedian Dave Chappelle interviews host James Lipton. Also, highlights and favorite guests from classic interviews.

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3 votes

#2 - Goldie Hawn

Season 15 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/3/2008

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Conan O'Brien
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#3 - Conan O'Brien

Season 15 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/26/2009

James Lipton interviews late-night talk-show host Conan O'Brien. The onetime writer for "Saturday Night Live" and "The Simpsons" gives humorous expression to his life experiences and career journey.

Directors: Jeff Wurtz
Writer: James Lipton
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#4 - Laura Linney

Season 15 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/12/2009

Laura Linney---three-time Emmy winner and three-time Oscar nominee (for 2007's "The Savages," 2004's "Kinsey" and 2000's "You Can Count on Me")---shares perspective on her life and career in a discourse with host James Lipton.

Directors: Jeff Wurtz
Writer: James Lipton
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Mickey Rourke
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2 votes

#5 - Mickey Rourke

Season 15 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/31/2009

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Denis Leary
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#6 - Denis Leary

Season 15 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/4/2009

James Lipton interviews Irish-American comedian Denis Leary, who first became known for his acerbic stand-up routines before carving out an acting career

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Ricky Gervais
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#7 - Ricky Gervais

Season 15 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/19/2009

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.

Directors: Jeff Wurtz
Writer: James Lipton
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The Cast of Family Guy
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#8 - The Cast of Family Guy

Season 15 - Episode 14 - Aired 9/14/2009

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.

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Daniel Radcliffe
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#9 - Daniel Radcliffe

Season 15 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/1/2008

Daniel Radcliffe, star of the "Harry Potter" film franchise, charts his career journey in a chat with host James Lipton.

Directors: Jeff Wurtz
Writer: James Lipton
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3 votes

#10 - Anthony LaPaglia

Season 15 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/2/2009

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Amy Poehler
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#11 - Amy Poehler

Season 15 - Episode 15 - Aired 9/21/2009

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#12 - Josh Brolin

Season 15 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/5/2009

The career journey of Josh Brolin, star of "W." (2008), "No Country for Old Men" (2007) and "The Goonies" (1985), is chronicled.

Directors: Jeff Wurtz
Writer: James Lipton
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#13 - Danny DeVito

Season 15 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/11/2009

James Lipton interviews Danny DeVito, who became one of cinema's most popular comic actors with roles in films including Romancing the Stone, Twins and Ruthless People

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#14 - Judd Apatow

Season 15 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/27/2009

James Lipton interviews Judd Apatow, producer and director of films including The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up and Funny People, about his sometimes difficult path to success

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#15 - Jason Bateman

Season 15 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/7/2009

James Lipton interviews Jason Bateman, star of critically acclaimed sitcom Arrested Development, about his life and career, including his time as a child star