About this season
James Lipton sits down with some of the world's most accomplished actors and directors for penetrating, fascinating interviews.
Episodes (24)
1. Jennifer Lopez
Aired 10 October 2004 • 60 min
2. James Gandolfini
Aired 17 October 2004 • 60 min
3. William H. Macy
Aired 24 October 2004 • 60 min
The prolific award-winning character actor discusses his unique approach to his roles, the variety of them and the implications of his portrayals now his has a family.
4. George Carlin
8.0Aired 31 October 2004 • 60 min
New York comedian George Carlin fields questions about his long-running standup career, his many dislikes and the nature of life in this frank and revealing interview session.
5. Jennifer Connelly
Aired 7 November 2004 • 60 min
The former child actor turned A-list actress discusses her many awards for both her roles and her looks, and her beginnings in New York state.
6. Mark Wahlberg
6.0Aired 14 November 2004 • 60 min
7. Natalie Portman
Aired 21 November 2004 • 60 min
The former Harvard graduate and runaway success story takes the chair and discusses her mixed roots, her response to being cast in so many successful films and her plans for the future.
8. Jamie Foxx
Aired 28 November 2004 • 60 min
James Lipton interviews Jamie Foxx.
9. Salma Hayek
Aired 5 December 2004 • 60 min
The beautiful and talented actress enlightens the audience about her struggles to become a leading lady and how much she intends to make the most of her accomplishments.
10. Morgan Freeman
Aired 2 January 2005 • 60 min
The versatile, highly-skilled, softly spoken veteran takes the time to describe his life, his surprise at his success and his intentions to keep acting for as long as posslble.
11. Cameron Diaz
Aired 9 January 2005 • 60 min
The beautiful and talented actress mentions her Californian upbringing, Cuba heritage and incredible success as the leading lady in many blockbuster films, plus her love of rock music.
12. Kiefer Sutherland
Aired 23 January 2005 • 60 min
Son of esteemed actor Donald Sutherland, Keifer discusses how his life is steeped in acting tradition and his own recognition came as both a television and film star.
13. Robert Redford
Aired 30 January 2005 • 60 min
14. Colin Farrell
Aired 6 February 2005 • 60 min
15. Val Kimer
Aired 13 February 2005 • 60 min
16. Owen Wilson
Aired 20 February 2005 • 60 min
17. David Duchovny
Aired 10 April 2005 • 60 min
James Lipton interviews David Duchovny about his acting career.
18. Jane Fonda
Aired 24 April 2005 • 60 min
19. Angelina Jolie
Aired 8 May 2005 • 60 min
The hugely successful actress takes the chair and answers the questions about her career, love and life with candour and charm.
20. The Cast of Everybody Loves Raymond
10.0Aired 19 June 2005 • 60 min
21. Jodie Foster
Aired 25 September 2005 • 60 min
22. Elton John
10.0Aired 16 October 2005 • 60 min
23. Rosie O'Donnell
4.0Aired 23 October 2005 • 60 min
24. Michael J. Fox
Aired 30 October 2005 • 60 min