Ethan Hawke On Why He Calls Paul Newman & Joanne Woodward 'The Last Movie Stars'

The great Ethan Hawke returns to The Late Show for a three-part interview with Stephen Colbert about the new film, "The Last Movie Stars," which paints a detailed portrait of the lives and works of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward. Stick around for more with Ethan and check out the film when it drops this Thursday on HBO Max. #Colbert #TheLastMovieStars #EthanHawke

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[yvonnem]

I was an extra in "The Newton Boys" in the late 1990s. I'll never forget how, after a long day of filming, Ethan Hawke led the cast and crew in a round of applause directed at the extras. A class act.

[dwightrobertson]

Ethan's enthusiasm, is always infectious.He's in his prime.

[mikekasabion]

Very happy that Ethan is friends with the likes of Billy Crudup and Sam Rockewell… very underrated group of actors right there

[DaellusKnights]

Ethan Hawke has always been (in my opinion) underappreciated in many ways. Seeing his love and passion for not just the craft of acting, but for the entire ecosystem of the creative arts is an amazing thing to see. I think he is definitely the perfect choice for the project. I'm a bit young to have had the whole Newman experience growing up, but listening to Ethan talking about it all has me excited to see what he put together and learn more about that era. 😍

[showtime]

Throughout my life, I was enormously lucky to count Paul Newman and his brother Arthur as friends. They were two of my greatest mentors and two of the finest, most decent, most loyal, most giving, most witty, most dependable, most enjoyable men to be around I've ever known.
I miss them both very much, and miss them together even more.
Being significantly younger than both of them I watched how they lived and treated people. I genuinely try to measure my deeds by the quality and quantity of theirs.
I fall short every single day. But I'm not giving up!

[roblesruben]

He’s so cool such a smart guy and just cool to see someone do something in life that they’re actually passionate about

[aurevoiralex]

Ethan and Winona sure are doing GenX proud! Sending massive *Love* to both of you xox

[joanneweiss]

We should all be so passionate, enthusiastic & enamored of something in our lives as much as he is about everything he And Maya is just like him❤️👏👍

[clarissathompson]

Paul Newman was 49 years old when I was born…I still think he may have been the most handsome man that ever lived. He was seriously dazzling and an incredible performer. I’m so glad that Ethan Hawks is doing this project, he’s a great ambassador for the performing arts.

[dbndbaconnnnnn]

i stood in on a movie with ethan hawke. he loves what he does so god damn much but moreso he loves the good stuff in life and its contagious.

[Starfals]

Ever since Gattaca, i have been a huge fan of Ethan Hawke. Every time he pops up in a movie, i get excited. I remember his short role in the new Total Recall, i was kind of upset how little time they gave him.

[Patrick-jjnh]

Ethan is my favourite contemporary actor. Consistently fascinating.

[patbrennan]

Actors are a dime a dozen but Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward were priceless gems.

[TheMalf]

Ethan Hawke is a legend in modern cinema and It's awesome hearing him talk so humbly about his status. Real knows real not pumped up egos. Good on you sir.

[jschuler]

I have been enamerored of Ethan Hawke since Dead Poet's Society. You could see how talented he was even as a young man. I've loved everything he's in. Gallactica. What a beautiful young man.

[PieterFret]

Ethan talking about acting as the "craft of storytelling"... Well, he knows his craft, doesn't he? Best storyteller I've ever seen!

[violetstarla]

What a fantastic actor and soul. Ethan Hawke has always been one of my favorite actors I love his intensity and depth. Even when I was a kid watching 'Reality Bites' you can fall in love with his wit, charm and sarcasm. He's special.

[jamiericcardo]

I'm really glad stephen didn't interrupt like he often does. I could listen to Ethan Hawke every day

[PokhrajRoy.]

I’m so excited to see Ethan Hawke helm this massive undertaking. Also, what a novel concept to have a Zoom Documentary. Not to say that hasn’t happened but it’s so cool.

[davideaston]

Newman was the quintessential actor who never looked like he was acting; #1 all-time, in my books! 🥰