Matthew Weiner
Self
On Story (2011)
Season 13
A look inside the creative process of writers, creators and filmmakers.
Released April 16, 2011
Episode 30 min
2+
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Country: United States
Languages:
English
S13E1 - Stephen Merchant: A Conversation
Comedy writer Stephen Merchant talks about co-creating the BBC original series "The Office," creating relatable characters and how he found comedy inspiration from drama.
April 22, 2023, midnight
S13E2 - On Writing Ghosts with Joe Wiseman
Producer and showrunner Joe Wiseman talks about his work behind the American adaptation of the BBC series "Ghosts," including finding the cast and the process of recreating the story for an American audience.
April 29, 2023, midnight
S13E3 - A Conversation with Nikyatu Jusu
Writer-director Nikyatu Jusu talks about her early short films and the process behind creating her debut feature "Nanny."
May 6, 2023, midnight
S13E4 - On Writing Action with Chris Fedak
Action writer Chris Fedak talks about writing compelling action that propels a story forward.
May 13, 2023, midnight
S13E5 - A Conversation with James Grey
Writer-director James Gray talks about the evolution of his creative process and career, from his first feature "Little Odessa" to "Armageddon Time."
May 20, 2023, midnight
S13E6 - On Writing Dark Winds with Graham Roland
Creator and showrunner Graham Roland talks about the development of "Dark Winds" and the importance of creating a show through a Native American lens.
May 27, 2023, midnight
S13E7 - A Conversation with Dede Gardner
Academy Award-winner Dede Gardner, president of Plan B Entertainment, talks about her success as a producer in Hollywood.
June 3, 2023, midnight
S13E8 - Re-living Palm Springs with Andy Siara
Writer Andy Siara breaks down the time-bending structure of his science fiction romantic comedy "Palm Springs."
June 10, 2023, midnight
S13E9 - On Writing: Never Have I Ever with Lang Fisher
Writer and producer Lang Fisher, co-creator and showrunner of "Never Have I Ever," talks about the stories behind the coming-of-age comedy series.
June 17, 2023, midnight
S13E10 - A Conversation with Edward Neumeier
Writer Edward Neumeier talks about writing science fiction and his classic films, such as "RoboCop" and "Starship Troopers."
June 24, 2023, midnight
S13E11 - From Fact to Fiction: Turning a True Story into a Series
Writers Liz Hannah and Michael Starrbury relay the delicate process of adapting a real-life story into a scripted television series.
July 1, 2023, midnight
S13E12 - A Conversation With Rob Thomas
A look inside the process of producing and writing for television with Rob Thomas, creator of "Veronica Mars" and co-creator of "Party Down."
July 8, 2023, midnight
S13E13 - Sci-Fi Storytelling with Marc Bernardin & Beau DeMayo
Marc Bernardin and Beau DeMayo, writers of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" and "Star Trek: Picard," discuss science fiction writing, world-building and bringing new ideas to the classic franchise.
July 15, 2023, midnight
S13E14 - A Conversation With Sarah Polley
Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Sarah Polley talks about her storytelling career and the film "Women Talking."
July 22, 2023, midnight
S13E15 - A Conversation with Darren Aronofsky
Director Darren Aronofsky reveals details about his unique approach to storytelling and his journey through cinema.
July 29, 2023, midnight
Episode Runtime: 30 min.
Season Runtime: 6240 min.
Released: April 16, 2011
Last Air Date: Aug. 2, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: TV-G / 2+
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