Conversations at Home with OZARK

A Q&A with Jason Bateman, Laura Linney, Tom Pelphrey, Janet Mcteer and Julia Garner of OZARK. Moderated by Dave Karger, Turner Classic Movies.
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[@rickthewilliams]

Tom Pelphrey slayed his role. Unbelievable performance.

[@outworkthework]

Definitely a good guy. He was great in Iron Fist too

[@mr.brightside4919]

He should have a big break in the movie industry.

[@parthajitbarman2886]

yeah he was good but i can't get over the fact that how stupid was he on the 2nd last episode when he was being killed. Doing everything he is not supposed to do

[@monfernova]

@@parthajitbarman2886 Because of his condition, the acting made it believable.

[@speakatron5634]

Totally agree. Fantastic performance.

[@nathanbradleyf777]

No way Netflix won't renew this show. It's the best thing they have. It's the best thing out right now period.

[@TheNightKnight1]

Yes indeed 👍

[@Feoktistovs]

Best thing out right now? That's debatable. I think it's one of the best but the best? Nah. Shows like Peaky Blinders, Kingdom 2019, Mindhunter and The Boys are all better shows than Ozark in my opinion.

[@jadedangel8609]

Agreed!!!! Only reason I renewed my Netflix account is for Ozark!!

[@junaidbutt8118]

I think you haven't seen dark

[@bhbluebird]

The most existentially dark and popular crime drama since Breaking Bad? Yeah, they are going to renew it.

[@lafayetteplace3031]

Tom Pelphrey (Ben) is one of the most talented actors I have seen on screen. The way Tom Pelphrey portrayed Ben was beyond believable and so impressive. We felt real compassion, worry, and anger towards the erratic behaviors of Ben. Season 3 was incredible and I am so appreciative of the Ozark cast and crew.

[@kennyjr8427]

Si Filey what about the opening scene of himself in the taxi ?

[@fluffyclouds555]

Si Filey what about the very believable vulnerability and sobbing tears? Nothing easy about pulling that off authentically

[@matty6848]

Yeh he played the part brilliantly. To play a character that has mental health issues and make it believable takes some doing!

[@donnakahriger25]

My heart truly broke for Ben but not for Wendy. She gets more ruthless and self-absorbed as the series goes on. Ben was a guy that had a big heart...and so much compassion for people (the teen student, the marine, Helen's daughter), but, like Wendy said, w/o his meds he becomes a danger to himself and everyone around him. Sad that he came off the meds because of side effects.

[@GOGOLH]

@Si Filey "Mental health characters" (sigh)

[@SiennaNotMiller]

The scene of Wendy leaving her brother at the restaurant ROCKED me. So powerful. Such incredible actors and writing

[@naniv]

There is something about jason Bateman i really like ... everything hes in is a joy to watch

[@kjc4779]

Love him in couple's retreat

[@PauloTravels]

The actress that plays Hellen Pierce is so beautiful and serious. Never thought she'd be British!

[@LM085]

I’ve seen a few British periodic dramas and that’s how I recognise Janet McTeer.

[@gaysy1st]

I agree. When I first saw her when she was young, I thought she was odd looking, but watching her, I couldn't take my eyes off her. She's very.....not sure what the word is, maybe alluring? Great actress 😊

[@gaysy1st]

What, us British women can't be beautiful?

[@GabrielCsaba]

Janet's not only a goddess but there's like eleven feet of her. God save the Queen.

[@yashohit]

Ozark is most underrated show right now in Netflix

[@copperfish543]

True, Netflix has mostly garbage shows, but Ozark rules the day.

[@jlopezb04]

Tom's scene in the taxi, was AMAZING

[@moxxichannel5950]

Just watched that last night with my wife, who lost a brother to mental illness 32 years ago today, had such a hard time with that scene and the whole episode. It was crushing. Brilliant, but amazing how Tom's performance captured the actual horror that is mental illness. For the first time in TV/Movie history, Tom's performance should transcend 'TV" and be nominated for an Oscar. An Emmy doesn't do that justice.

[@donnakahriger25]

moxxi Unbelievable that Tom didn't even get an Emmy nod for his very real portrayal of a person suffering from mental illness. He was robbed.

[@donnakahriger25]

Jennifer Lopez de Blanchard Agreed! His performance was riveting.

[@quarterfury]

@@moxxichannel5950 Agree. His performance was perfection.

[@sabraunstein]

For sure. Tom’s psychiatric meltdown was SCARY! I wonder how many takes it took to get it down pat. Can not wait until season 4. What a way to end season 3 👍👍👍

[@shrutefarms4741]

Janet was spectacular this season. She will be terribly missed. The whole cast is remarkable. Tom was a complete surprise in his brilliance. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@nathanbradleyf777]

Besides Laura, Helen was my favorite character. She was probably the scariest woman I've ever seen on TV. She's right up there with Snoop on The Wire.

[@kobeplayeddefensetoo1351]

@@nathanbradleyf777 Yes sir.

[@PiratesAndCowboys]

wow spoilers

[@Bailey2006a]

This was a terrific season. The acting , across the board, simply brilliant.

[@AmberBootheCat]

I can't stop thinking about it!

[@coryboy345]

Ben in that cab was some of the best acting ive ever seen in anything, period. Completely unnerved for about 5 minutes.

[@paulamercier8785]

Loved this season. Acting was incredible. Love all the characters!,,

[@marie-joseebisson6356]

@@AmberBootheCat me too, soooo goooood!

[@edgar6368]

Can we pls not wait 3 years for season 4 plssssssss

[@krossedInk]

I can wait 3 years just hope they don't rush in and ruin tbh but i believe in Jason he's been too good of a director so far

[@paulaolivia1083]

What really they said that ?!?!

[@comedy.reviews]

my god 3 years!! it really long than it sounds

[@WCKicksAss]

I heard April 2021 fingers crossed

[@cavsin7152]

they just confirmed s4

[@ScottEnsign78]

I love this cast so much. Laura Linney continues to age in reverse.

[@knititwearit]

I had a friend like her at school called Wendy

[@kittyblingbling]

Tom reminded me of Keanue Reeves... can't wait for season 4 ..loved everyone on the show!

[@garyleffew5254]

That's what i thought to lmao

[@anchomnij6721]

Me too

[@kevinlowe6713]

It's terrifying how talented ALLLL of the cast is... most of them don't even speak the same colloquialisms... have waaaaay different mannerisms.... they are all badasses.....and... DON'T YOU LEAVE MEEEEEE....lol.... Netflix .... get them baaaaaaaaack

[@najsarmiento3140]

I really need season 4 for this quarantine!!! Missing OZARK...

[@DL-wu9kk]

@@maggiep4726 hahah same.

[@Luvurenemy]

Watch it again. I’m on x2

[@operator6471]

@@maggiep4726 hahaha, yes me too. The closer you get the more you slow down. Season 4, I am going to take real slow.

[@windsorkid7069]

I never thought I would get attached to a series again like I did with The Sopranos, but Ozark did it. Hell I was addicted by the second episode of season one.

[@lesnolife9553]

Windsor Kid I always compare the Sopranos to Ozark!!! It’s equally as amazing!

[@SHUBBHRPATIL666]

Yes exactly sopranos and ozark ate the all time best

[@nicanornunez9787]

How about game of thrones, I am in season 5, the people said the next seasons are not so good, so I'm kind of taking my time.

[@tonysoprano5580]

Don't forget The Wire and Oz. Oz started it all!

[@PhantomFilmAustralia]

It's so similar to The Soprano's in that when the main characters are going to be okay, someone pulls them back into the shit with a whole lot of new dangers. They are constantly being pulled under the water and are constantly fighting to breathe.

[@anthonycampos8057]

The episode where Wendy has her brother killed was the most powerful episode of the series.

[@tanzilalam6299]

Anthony Campos trust me season 3 of ozark is insanely powerful.

[@sp-ql2ez]

Thanks for the spoiler. I f*cking love you and hope you and your family have a Christmas so delightful that you never enjoy the rest of them for the entirety of your life.

[@ellengregory8002]

Laura is great at playing seemingly nice, normal characters that are actually really dark. She was such an evil bitch in The House of Mirth. Oh, and in Mystic River too.

[@Fred-ud8mc]

@@sp-ql2ez why are you even here if you havent seen it yet

[@haroon4330]

sp haha

[@anonamus4860]

I’ll never look at a black Cadillac Escalade the same way again.

[@dantelllah]

😂😂😂😂

[@derekpickering9111]

Me either! 🤣🤣🤣

[@mikmik5475]

Same 😅

[@tishe5935]

Tom Pelphrey was outstanding. Unbelievable performance!

[@aileenrive9946]

Kudos to Laura and Tom for doing such a phenomenal job portraying the emotions that are truly lived by families dealing with mental illness. Tom's portrayal was so raw and honest. Great job everyone!

[@giannoulasid80]

Laura is a treasure 🥺💖

[@kingali1606]

Tom played an absolutely incredible role during season 3, he definitely needs to be nominated for an Emmy!

[@paulvoorhies1130]

He will be; fear ye not.

[@amanuel221]

Paul Voorhies youre wrong

[@donnakahriger25]

One would think, but unfortunately his performance was wrongly overlooked. No Emmy nod for Tom😥

[@wellhung5929]

(spoiler!) Fo real, i did not want him to die, i was hoping he would be the one to do something crazy to Frank jnr,maybe that would've been too predictable though.. him and Russ were the 2 deaths i felt bad for

[@davevickers5789]

Tom's character was outstanding this season. I love that the writers have grown Julia's character and given Sofia a chance to grow. Janet Mcteer will be missed.

[@ilhamsuhendi90]

Started thinking Jason Bateman is actually laundering drug money into a great Netflix show called Ozark.

[@karenstrycharz1499]

😂😂😂

[@bestforyouall]

😂😂

[@DONHANNER]

Good theory

[@AfrizalAnoda]

great investment tho hahaha

[@boltunes2771]

😂😂😂😂

[@worldismyashtray]

Would love to hear Tom’s thoughts on the cab scene. Haven’t been that captivated in a long time.

[@mariaspink5596]

Tom’s performance in portraying how serious and important mental illness overtakes a human was outstanding. I cried and sympathized with his character and he should win an award for his amazing acting in this season.

[@noprotravel8379]

Laura Linney is so awesome. The additional respect she gave to each person was wonderful!

[@netdoctor1]

The 5-minute taxi ride with Tom was out of this world. Thank you, ever so much, Tom, for that performance. Puts a lump in my throat every time I watch it.

[@virginiad.1911]

That scene was the first I saw, because my dad had the show on in the living room, and it hooked me. I watched the rest of S3 w/ my Dad and then went back and watched it from the start.

[@laurieharelick487]

The relationship between Jason’s character & Julia’s is great

[@laurieharelick487]

Julia’s character is incredible, and so diverse. I look forward to her scenes, because you never know what she would do next.

[@catytheredheadedalaskan8118]

I haven't seen anyone mention the gritty filming. I can feel the sticky, sweaty days. And everyone isn't beautified beyond recognition. It's FANTASTIC.

[@DoloresGeyer]

I binge watched the whole show-didn’t want it to end. Unbelievable performances with the entire cast. I recommended it to friends.

[@louturco8025]

Laura is sooo Beautiful !!!

[@lukezacharias3245]

Laura, "I'm still grieving over what happened." . . . SAME

[@craneanderson2317]

What happened there, why they grieving?

[@josdeleon1990]

@@craneanderson2317 Ben's death, I guess...

[@jlinblazin]

This show is the best show I've seen since breaking bad and breaking bad was the best show to ever grace televsion. I cant wait for season 4!!

[@lawrenceofarabia5299]

'This Netflix is definitely off the chain' If it were up to me and I was the show producer of production I''d run this 6 seasons fa show!!! I would surely keep Mr Martin byrd and his crew going full speed. Then I'd take it another step try to set it up as a reel, a motion picture or film, build and try to get help putting on the screen with the same exact characters, introduce some new ones, round them up together. Major motion picture, just go raw.

[@marxthedude]

Huge thanks for getting the key cast together; I think this is for the first group interview since Season Three ended too! Extraordinary show. Deserves every award going.

[@Cluby2]

Tom Pelphrey was unbelievable in Ozark.

[@davidjamespiano]

All these actors are so down to earth types of people you can see why the show is doing so well, some incredible performances especially Tom and Laura’s last episode together is powerfully moving, I don’t know how they can start and stop these scenes during production and get right back into character like that just incredible talent. Love this show

[@PhantomFilmAustralia]

I knocked out Season 4 in two days. It's a two-parter, and I can't wait for the second half of Season 4. Phenomenal show!

[@juliaeconomou7072]

I finished 4 seasons In 4 days. Now we wait for another season 🐥💝

[@catytheredheadedalaskan8118]

I avoided any info beforehand, so I didn't know it was a half season and I almost died at the ending with nothing resolved.

[@knititwearit]

I screamed at the end

[@kit675]

@@knititwearitalong with ruth

[@KingCrimson82]

you all were advised not to admmit that you binged it in a day.. lyers

[@speecher1959]

Tom's (Ben) monologue in the backseat of the taxi was an amazing scene! I don't have the words to describe it adequately.

[@shawni321]

I love Tom Pelphrey's laugh!

[@paulamarie]

I really love this interview. He did a great job asking the questions and not over talking the actors response. Letting them reply fully. I actually watched the interview all the way through. Most people that interview actors don't let them finish their thoughts. His voice was totally relaxing. Great.

[@davekarger3950]

Paula Marie Thanks, Paula! It was a pleasure to do.

[@teresapadrick7]

I feel exactly the same(!) watching in Sept. 2020. Great interview, more like a moderator... very well done.

[@travisortero2444]

Amazing season. The whole cast seem like really nice people in general. Hope season 4 gets announced!

[@intertubicular]

Not since SOPRANOS and BREAKING BAD have I been glued and interested in a series. I absolutely love OZARK. So dark. So many twists and turns. It's a strange, violent, bizarre, roller coaster ride that I would pay to go on again and again!

[@xMrRAGER6]

SEASON 3 WAS SOOO GOOD!! Helen Pierce was so good! So was Ben and Wendy, just everyone!!! I’ll miss Scary Helen though! :/

[@billpowley5882]

I'm a binge watcher, usually takes me a few episodes to be invested in a whole show, but Ozark had me at episode 1. Always been a fan of Jason Bateman, he drew me towards this series. So curious how he would do with this. Thank You Jason for a wonderful experience. We want Season 4!!! Yesterday......

[@TheBigdan18]

Personally for me Tom's scenes in the police station and car are actually the most powerful and emotionally moving scenes I've ever watched.

[@MsYoganut]

Love Ozark, can’t wait for season 4 😊

[@josephpress1235]

Wasn’t sure I wanted to watch this but once I did my life was frozen.My kids for five days couldn’t understand why I was in a trance like state.I was glued to all 4 episodes.I went to sleep and woke up to this movie.My family is glad to have me back after season 4 episode 1,finished.It was so addictive to this story line I haven’t been able to get Ruth,Marty,and his world out of my head.Very clever script and even more extraordinary acting from everyone that appeared on my screen.Damn!!It was sooooo good.

[@laurieharelick487]

This show deserves all of the awards

[@Johnny_Love_Tree]

This is a fantastic TV show Ozark great acting from everyone.

[@marge6581]

Tom's acting was outstanding!

[@SankakuArts]

It always amazes me how actors/actresses are so articulate in describing their art. I don't know of any other profession where they are able to describe what they do so eloquently.

[@michaelvasconcelos1788]

Hearing about these actors and actresses talk about how they acted some tough scenes sounds like rocket science to me. I remember acting as a kid in school, and I played a hobo, and I couldn't remember to ask for a quarter for some coffee. So I asked for some money, I was so nervous. Imagine being these people! Crazy.

[@sheroukyoussef7896]

There’s nothing I love more than discovering that the actors are having a lot of fun making the show. That’s why it’s always sunny in Philadelphia is still going.

[@luvsnursing9946]

Julia is a great actress.

[@Actor_CaseyLloyd]

Such an amazing season! Thanks for having this conversation I loved it!

[@chazrai]

Love, love, love you all. Thank you for a remarkable season and an exciting interview! To work with you all would be a dream.

[@pj3998]

Great seeing them. Loads of talent.

[@aaronkameric1419]

hi from Queensland Australia! As someone who has battled mental health issues, the brilliance that is Tom nailed it. Watching him reminded me of some of my darkest moments but in a way I could appreciate.

[@Cluby2]

For a guy that didn’t finish High School. Jason Bateman is very well spoken.

[@at1212b]

Great show. Really makes you feel like you're there.

[@juancpgo]

Laura Linney is so radiant.. perhaps that's why when she plays dark it's so powerful, she creates that ambiguity, that tension.

[@LynnFishmanMeditation]

Our favorite Netflix show!!

[@karenstrycharz1499]

Ours too! Incredible actors, writing & story lines but moreover just an incredible cast! Every one of them amazing! I always feel bad for those “killed off” for even though “baddies” in story lines,you get “attached” to their acting abilities!💕

[@robbymyrick]

Crazy dark amazing beautiful OZARK. Thank you!

[@shelbigrant1393]

All of the performances are outstanding. Honorable mentions; Wendy, Marty, Darlene and Jacob Snell, all of the Langemores, Helen, the kids, Buddy, Ben, FBI special agent Petty. I was definitely drawn in. Excellent writers, directors and actors. Waiting patiently for S4.

[@cheryllim3272]

I think Jason Bateman and Laura Linney are great parents on tv!! Everyone was amazing! Greatest show up to date!

[@lovelyrose2741]

Confession -- I just finished all seasons . I binged until 7a.m three consecutive times. Slept a little then back to the binge. Kept me up and on my elbow for hours!! There MUST be a continuation! It just can't end the way it did. No!! My favorite cast member is the sassy, bad, ass, street, smart, take no shyt, "Ruth", played by Julia Garner. Second best was Jason Bateman. How he played such a cool unbothered character no matter what was happening was amazing!!

[@shakenabrown667]

The entire cast was and is awesome. I started Ozark, put it down and just revisited a week or so ago. Took no time to binge it all. I wish this didn't have to end because it's well written, acted and directed. Tom Pelphrey....was awesome. He deserves a nomination and win. And Ruth is to be reckoned with...Wendy has just grown and did great things as a character. And Helen I wanted to kill but I love her character too.

[@rachitmittal1131]

Tom was extraordinarily brilliant!!

[@adulray]

I love how modest they all are lol. The acting on Ozark is literally phenomenal!

[@nuitmontagne3696]

Oh! Such a pleasure to watch this incredible interview! You are amazing! I am crazy in love with OZARK. I watched the 3rd season in one shot. Bravo! Can't wait the 4th season...

[@probles45]

as in 1 day??? you watched 10 episodes in a day?! wow!

[@karenstrycharz1499]

I did the same thing! Lol! I watched the first season in one day too( stayed up until 6:30am)visiting son & daughter-in-law in FL.They wanted me to watch this incredible series, watched 3 seasons,came home, rewatched w/my husband, unable to travel. He loved it as much as I did! Can’t wait for season 4!

[@rosco1pug]

very thoughtful comments from Janet McTeer. Confess I didn't know that she is English (don't watch that much tv drama, though did binge on this one). She seems so natural and nice: not a hint of Helen!

[@helenacker4853]

Pure joy to watch! Absolutely miss Janet!

[@RCscooterMods]

loved the show and can't wait for season 4.

[@urstandingonmyfoot]

I'm well into season 4 now. I know it has to end, but very very few episodic dramas have ever captivated me as much as Ozark. It will be sad to see it go, but I know all good things end. Hope to see these incredible actors again in more. But Laura Linney! You are really beautiful and thanks for your wonderful acting.

[@chadgeetter308]

I PRAY THIS SHOW NEVER ENDS!!!

[@davevickers5789]

The acting and performances in this entire series are fantastic!

[@kosaveli9]

I watched all 3 seasons in like a week i couldn't stop watching it. Great show!!

[@jfoss1974]

Binged season 3 twice! Took about 3 days! 😁 One of the greatest shows I’ve ever seen! Please make it last for as many seasons as possible!

[@wendyfoster1872]

Tom, you were astoundingly brilliant in your role. You deserve all the profound acting awards. You poured yourself in.

[@chrisberardi2304]

Such an incredible show - someone in the comments mentioned Tom Pelphrey. Never before have I had a visceral reaction to someone acting on a TV show - I'm just not that kind of guy; until I saw Tom in his role. Absolutely incredible.

[@omarecer1]

These people are amazing. What a great show and what a great cast.

[@marval9119]

The performances in this show are Amazing!!! We need season 4 ASAP!!!

[@AC-zb3qy]

I love them so much!!!! Can’t wait for the fourth season! ❤️❤️❤️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@juezna]

holy sh.... they randomly brought up that line about the brother and made a FANTASTIC season out of it. That's incredible

[@traciblack5552]

I just watched all 3 seasons a couple of weeks ago. OMGGGGG I want and need more!!!!!!! The cast is Extraordinary ❤❤❤❤

[@karlacarroll9457]

This series, without a doubt, has become my fav. Soo into these characters, great job !

[@suzannecharbonneau58]

The most brilliant show on TV hands down! The acting, the writing, the setting, the 'edge of your seat' character interaction. Kudos to you all and to Netflix. C'mon season 4!!!

[@jasonbateman5336]

Thanks for all the love ❤and support. Seriously blown away by the love from all of you.thank you

[@jerseyshore7438]

What a fantastic story, so well written. It's got you hooked right from the start. All characters are fantastic and into there parts. Interesting stuff and intoxicating. I'm watching it again so I can enjoy it all again. Congratulations to all of you🥰😍♥️

[@thomasmcmurtriejr.6771]

Love the series, stay safe so we have many seasons to look forward too!

[@antoinette3597]

What a great Host. Absolutely love this show. Please don't take soooooooo long between seasons....

[@jasonbateman5336]

Thanks for all the love ❤and support. Seriously blown away by the love from all of you.thank you

[@junkjournaljunction1480]

Cannot say enough good things about this show. The best thing going! Acting phenomenal among all characters...please just keep it going for a long time! I am invested, cannot get enough, sucks we have to wait so long. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@aprilbeyer4405]

You are all brilliant and amazing. We can't wait for season 4!!! Every character is so well done and we're so invested. PERFECTION.

[@tltarzan678]

Terrific cast ...all of them . One of the most entertaining web series I’ve ever watched...

[@metal1503]

Ozark is legit that good,the hype is super real

[@alp3781]

My girl and I got sooooo hooked on you both. Please do not stop making OZARK. You both are so great, so real, your acting is superb and the fact that the camera is always next to you and you both act like no camera is around, is magical. We love you and can not wait to see you both again. Keep up the great work again and again.

[@danieecampbell]

It has been my favorite show forever!! Love Jason Bateman's work always

[@kheir07]

I do not remember I watched a show twice.. back to back..like I did with this show. Just brilliant.

[@rclintonla4615]

absolutely hooked on this show , cant wait for another season