How Well Do Ethan & Maya Hawke Really Know Each Other?

Ethan and Maya Hawke put their bond to the test answering questions to see just how well they know each other. From their favorite pop divas to bad Broadway reviews, watch to see who knows the other best!
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[@perfectmadness1234]

i think what distinguishes maya from other so-called nepo babies is that she doesn't hide her family connection and instead embraces it, which is refreshing in a way

[@user-dw4uy3qm5b]

she really just don’t care about it, that is so awesome

[@CapDanAddams]

Endearing

[@Nancy-sf2pl]

Kaia Gerber and Lily Rose Depp should take some notes from her…

[@mileslaw]

And she is actually talented.

[@456coolkid1]

@@mileslawShe’s brilliant in Stranger Things and the version of ‘Little Women’ (she played Jo March) she is in is better than Great Gerwig’s version #notsorry ❤

[@elvabriandamichellsotorodr9666]

Love when he says about flirting with Rihanna "that's the family's shame" and when she realizes she corrects: "No, it's family's pride"

[@reyrio6034]

Supporting girl

[@TybudX]

Shoot your shot

[@merrittmussorgsky2937]

I would have paid 3x the ticket price for those already ridiculously priced floor seats just to hear EH flirt with Rihanna lol but then I would have tried to steal his attention, would love to have a long interesting conversation with EH he’s so hyper but also chill and eccentric like me :) or flirt with Rihanna for that matter as long as she flirted right back ;) hehe I suppose a basketball game wouldn’t be the most obvious venue though :(

[@JalenJoyceLeCointe]

@@JasperMckenzie-fj3zo let the person dream lmao

[@jacobharris954]

He has Great taste, riri is fine :)

[@nerd26373]

This daughter and father duo is one of the best I’ve seen. Seems like Maya Hawke has learned or even inherited how her father demonstrates his quirkiness and wit.

[@kellyrob4296]

Inherited, yes❣️

[@violetviolet888]

Don't forget to give credit to Uma's quirkieness and wit-her mother.

[@shaelunamidnight3585]

You can tell their truly a family that loves the artistry of acting and film

[@jesseowenvillamor6348]

they're

[@whtevs3]

He's so obviously proud of his daughter! So heart-warming

[@Michael-YTCSAD]

I'm happy for him. I've been a fan of his since Explorers.

[@mainly_marvel]

0:59 ethan peeking and realising he was wrong is the most adorable reaction ever 😭

[@valentinaflores2823]

​@@AntonaFuries-vt8gxwdym

[@no_longer_]

​@@AntonaFuries-vt8gxhe's a fucking man

[@witcherye]

cute

[@nnthayer]

he turns beet red too lol it's adorable

[@anmnou]

He is a man.@@AntonaFuries-vt8gx

[@viciousLUA]

Maya Hawke needs to be in Kill Bill 3! It can happen! She’s got the iconic voice, look and mannerisms.

[@pqrstsma2011]

well she is Uma Thurman's daughter too, after all....

[@AOlder]

exactly why she wouldn't be. do you remember the hell Uma went through on that shoot?

[@simpleplanfan011]

@@AOlderTrue, that accident was no joke. I don’t think Maya would want to do it knowing what her mom went through.

[@DizzyBusy]

Maya was in Once Upon a Time. She has already worked with Tarantino

[@epbrown01]

Her playing the adult Bebe would be fun.

[@gwanny1885]

Mom's looks and Dad's personality ! This interview was soo sweet and refreshing to watch !

[@lovvingd]

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

[@squirrel_777]

Mom's glance..but she looks like her father!

[@voidprism_studios666]

She def has her dads eyes

[@sbashkatova]

I looooove their father&daughter relationship. That some successful parenting. Great work, Ethan and Uma.

[@Amanda-ee8oh]

That’s what you got from that? Yikes. There is clearly a lot of tension underneath the surface there. They are just good actors. They’re acting here.

[@Rev4mpz]

its sad how this is seen as outstanding. More fathers need to be present and involved in their children's lives. I'm glad they have a good bond though.

[@OmahaGTP]

@@Amanda-ee8ohwho hurt you?

[@LeslieRGore]

@@Amanda-ee8ohyeah, no.

[@potato-whiz]

@@Amanda-ee8ohwhere are you even getting that. Even just following her on social media you can see how much she loves both her parents, though she seems closer to Ethan.

[@DylanMadd]

They’re wrong on all the answers but then they discuss everything about the question. That’s the show: the talking. Not the answering.

[@TheMayatz]

They're not wrong on all the answers at all...

[@garrettbidwell3100]

As the father of two daughters, I enjoyed this. There's nothing more important than raising your children, and nothing more rewarding than seeing them develop into adults. Bravo, Ethan and Maya!

[@kellyrob4296]

I think he has 3 daughters…..

[@sofimr]

@@kellyrob4296 the commenter is talking about himself, not ethan…

[@kellyrob4296]

@@sofimr , Thank you! I reread it and IDK how I made that mistake!!! Sorry, to @garrettbiwell3100!!! Thx again!💜

[@swain-Ix1tv]

​@@kellyrob4296this is the most graceful way I've seen someone accept their mistake in a youtube comments section lol

[@georgelelandturner]

Healthy parent/adult child relationships are so wholesome and cute to me

[@seamonkeyluver]

so refreshing to see

[@christinew.2607]

Ethan gets the award for best supporting father, which is WAY better than any dumb Oscar! 🥇🏆

[@CalvinCrabs]

Ethan needs an honorary Oscar just for that

[@mishca5116]

Definitely!

[@tropicalgolds5872]

i love how ethan knows DETAILS about everything regarding maya 🥺❤️

[@juliansenfr]

That's a dad that genuinely cares about the life and growth of his daughter, and I truly respect that. I know it's a low bar but I've seen parents half as busy or travel frequent as he is that would have to force themselves to pay attention or even actually care about their own children & it's kinda sad really.

[@biffii5568]

Isnt that common?

[@michhyu]

@@biffii5568nope

[@momoso143]

Having a narcissistic father, this shows me what a relationship with a father can/could’ve been like. Parents really shape the success of an individual and life…I’m stuck working on my traumas still in my thirties struggling to let the artist out. How beautiful to watch ❤

[@melisakrasniqi4696]

Me too...I´m sending you lots of love and all the best ❤

[@momoso143]

@@melisakrasniqi4696giving you a hug back 🥲 thanks for that ❤ we got this M!! ❤

[@ralphwigg]

My goodness, I felt as if I wrote this. You so totally got this. ❤

[@whatamachine89]

Me too. I have two narc parents. All the healing to you ❤

[@momoso143]

@@whatamachine89 to you as well ❤️ I’m sending you a hug!! hang in there. I had to put some distance between me and him and leave my hometown, that’s the only way I knew I would be free to live my life…at least somewhat. Even then, the metal voice brainwashed by him makes me feel guilty every so often that I am experiencing and living good things in my life here and there. They leave a mental trap all over that we need to clean up. 🧼

[@thyop89]

What a fantastic duo. It's so awesome to see a healthy and close bond between a father and daughter in Hollywood and nice to see an actor who doesnt downplay their famous family. Maya was lucky but she's used the good fortune of her family connections to learn as much as she could, work hard and grow into a really promising actor. Cant wait to see Wildcat, Ethan Hawke continues to impress me with his sheer number of talents. Blaze was a great movie, he seem to have cornered the market for unsung, folk hero biopics.

[@merkinidgit]

I can’t wait to see him In Reservation Dogs. Elora’s dad?

[@foreverlazy552]

Their personalities are so similar, it's adorable! I don't think I've actually seen any of Ethan Hawke's interviews before this.

[@allistar34]

you should, he's incredibly insightful.

[@PassCaro]

Yeah, you should the guy is wise, deep, eloquent and funny, i like listening to him

[@ItsJayYork]

@@allistar34 yep, that video of him talking about creativity is fucking A

[@GrayWoIf]

A funny one I remember is when he mentioned showing his kids stuff with him in it when he was younger and they watched dead poets and his son afterwards asked so which one was you dad?

[@mariondi]

You missed out.

[@ISBuckley8]

Ethan and Maya just radiate coolness. Maya just always seems so relaxed and down-to-earth

[@axuevs5590]

Reall

[@dwscott78]

This is awesome because you can tell how involved he is, as well as how passionate they both are about their craft, and they share the love of acting

[@camellalindsey3666]

This is so refreshing to see mutual admiration between father and daughter. I love this so much. I'm happy Maya is finally getting acknowledged for her talents. 🥰❤

[@lovvingd]

Hello Camella How are you doing today?

[@biggothepiggo]

Ethan Hawke is so underrated. He's so excellent and I genuinely believe that he does elevate his colleagues. Maya is wonderful too. Super talented family and their dynamic is awesome. Like you just really want to go record shopping with them (followed by a tipsy dinner, a trip to the theater, then a punk rock show and late night snack.).

[@miaborges3674]

Very Before Sunset just minus the romance elements 😂😌

[@onewithbooks17]

@@miaborges3674yes but they never went to see the play 😂😂🐮

[@BrokenGodEnt]

Gattaca is my favorite movie of all time

[@AmandaVieiraMamaesouCult]

He is also a fantastic writer. I loved Bright Ray of Darkness

[@aprilvalleysdmt]

how is he underrated he is a very renowned actor chill out lol

[@mainly_marvel]

she's literal an identical copy of her mother

[@franco1188]

including the big boobs lol

[@Frussian40]

Carbon copy 💯 it’s crazy

[@jamk2668]

She's actually the perfect blend of both...almost like she was created in a lab with 50 percent Ethan and 50 percebt Uma.

[@camila-aaliyah]

nooo she looks so so much like both of them

[@mainly_marvel]

@@camila-aaliyah i was going to say something like her mother and father merged together but i thought people would reply saying that's what genes are 😭

[@HAVOK586]

Ethan is my Leo. He needs that Oscar after all these years. The midnight trilogy alone was more than enough.

[@carokat1111]

Such s brilliant series.

[@lauracgc]

Just rewatched them this month now that I’m closer to in life to them in the 3rd film and wow does that series ever change and grow as you get older. Loved it.

[@ooburrisukai9287]

Agreeeeeeed 👏👏👏

[@Sara-mf3px]

I love how he is a total Dad 🤣 not remembering the concert celeb, amazed by FaceTime, and he knows his little girl … love these two ❤

[@amberrr777]

Ive literally watched every interview with Ethan hawke ever he’s my favourite celebrity, he’s so wise and gentle he just radiates amazing energy and so does maya!!

[@TenTenJ]

He makes great movies, thank God for actors who aren’t into all the hyped garbage.

[@frazermawson4094]

I think just his general energy is a big part of the reason why the Before trilogy works so well tbh

[@SebastianoTerranova]

It's so wholesome that they can't stop complimenting each other.

[@jeanjeanyangchristensen3502]

I always thought Maya is a beautiful blend of both her parents, but she looks SO MUCH like her mother sitting next to her handsome father. Wild! I really love this interview because I had no idea they were so close. It's obvious they love and admire each other, and Ethan never takes off the parent hat next to his adult daughter. It's a different relationship when your children become adults, but you don't stop being a parent. And I love that he doesn't blur that line.

[@lovvingd]

Hello Jean How are you doing today?

[@shabrinaz9877]

I agree. How the heck did Ethan Hawke NOT get 4000 Oscar Nomimation already?

[@JR-ju3kj]

I stopped watching The Academy Awards at least about 14 to 15 years ago. They 've snubbed a lot of great actors and also, as a comic book fan and comic book movie fan, I feel like they have this attitude of looking down their nose on Super Hero movies and popular movies( but that's another subject). Never mind an Oscar Nomination, Ethan Hawke should have WON at least one Oscar by now. And I always say the same thing about Tom Cruise, too. How is it that Tom Cruise doesn't have at least one Oscar Award by now? I got tired of the Oscars and their snobbery a long time ago but I couldn't agree more that Ethan Hawke should have more Oscar Nominations to his name at this point.

[@themoviecritic1092]

​@@JR-ju3kjThe Oscar's last year were pretty decent ngl

[@JR-ju3kj]

@@themoviecritic1092 If you say so.

[@tcaporale4]

Him not getting one for First Reformed was robbery

[@tiffanyb94]

Their dynamic warms my heart. Love both of them

[@kensym1099]

Love their father/daughter relationship 🥲 also, I want Ethan's jacket and Maya's sweater 🤎🍂

[@Lucia-cu7ji]

I think Maya’s sweater is the Bristol sweater from Khaite. What I want and can’t find are her trousers!

[@kensym1099]

@Lucia-cu7ji thank you! 💖 I looked up the Variety article and it lists the clothing they wore :) Her trousers are from Stella McCartney 'pleated pinstriped wool pants'

[@Lucia-cu7ji]

@@kensym1099 Amazing, tysm for that!

[@daphneglasurus7886]

8:13 I’ll never forget seeing Uma, Ethan and all their young children at a Shakespeare in the Park production in Seward park in Seattle Washington. The most rinky-dink Shakespeare production company in a small city and they were rapt in attention and the children were very well behaved. I’ve loved Ethan as an actor my entire life but my favorite thing about him is how truly down to earth he is.

[@IntriguedLioness]

Having just moved to Seattle I am sorry I missed that! All I've seen in Seward Park are the Audubon tours!

[@naomibeeman3774]

Could I ask what year that was?

[@daphneglasurus7886]

@@naomibeeman3774 probably 2001-2004?

[@manshilmisra5503]

My husband was part of the crew on movie starring Ethan, shot outside USA. I was able to visit set one day, and attend the wrap party. Was so cool to see him work. He comes across as a very professional, grounded and laid-back person

[@Joana5]

They are so amazing, and you can see that they really have a strong bond. I caught myself smiling through the entire video.

[@Ant_Mo4]

It made me smile too

[@fluffyclouds555]

Their rapport is parent child goals. I hope I have this with my daughter when she grows up.

[@wezugo34]

Wow, Maya looks exactly half Ethan half Uma. So cute!!

[@saulspeaks2557]

She's like 98% Uma 😂

[@taengkeyverymuch]

Love Ethan’s statement at the end. Though he is proud of his work, there are other things in life that are more important, which seems to be instilled in the family.

[@robynbirde]

I liked that too, that he was almost gratified she got it wrong because it means as a family they've been focusing on more important things.

[@anmnou]

As someone who grew up without a father...I am smiling big at their wonderful dynamic and living vicariously through them..

[@rawfeederlife]

I want more of these two. Way more fun than the Kardashians 😂

[@nevaehrose3235]

lolll fr

[@nataliaivonica3488]

when she said they were the "uglier kardashians" i was like GIRL NOOOOOO

[@jahnoyawalker4227]

Y’all clearly love the Kardashians. It’s okay to admit it.

[@gerardoresendiz6731]

The cards Shia s have an empty life everything is scripted 😂😂😂😂

[@gerardoresendiz6731]

They need to do which movies she likes n hates of him

[@may.k_me]

Maya's got the cool, chill vibes from both her parents. This was a cute video Wouldn't mind seeing more parent child interviews

[@aidasall4815]

Maya Hawke is so genuine, one of the only nepo babies that is truly talented & likeable!

[@megavore97]

Their relationship is so wholesome, good vibes through and through 😌

[@SophieSoSo]

They are so similar that they pause at the same time and have the same expressions. I love how they have such a great bond. Parenting goals! I have a feeling Ethan Hawk could have hold a master class on parenting. I would be taking notes for sure.

[@viciousLUA]

Dude cheated on Uma with their nanny and you want to take parenting notes? Lmao

[@voltairegirl2953]

Dude may have left a marriage that wasn't working (they were really young when they got married), but it's clear he made/continues to make the effort to be involved with his children. One does not negate the other. Notice how often actors end up with the nanny, or the makeup artist on their movie, or the waitress at the bar nearest to their filming location. PROXIMITY is the reason. Those people are the ones they meet, and get to know. It's true of all of us. You can only find your "soulmate" among the people you come in contact with.@@viciousLUA

[@alexandragamalima]

@@viciousLUA She said parenting lessons, not marriage lessons... lol People can be great parents and crappy partners at the same time.

[@jasonschuler2256]

@@viciousLUA Yes. Because those two things are completely irrelevant from one another.

[@lalailm]

Its so funny. Physically she is a copy of her mother, but her personality, the way she talks and even some of her mannerisms have Ethan written all over them. I have never seen an interview with maya and uma next to one another to compare, but on this one the similarities are undeniable

[@user-tg8jo3vq5y]

I'm convinced, that's a real dad😢❤ genuine interest in each other's lives

[@castawayonthemoon]

I love how their family (also Uma) is so passionate about their artistry and how you can see the genuineness in them.

[@gabi3]

"no it's family pride" lmao

[@idcaboutfeelings5213]

I love how she is holding the whiteboard sideways and changes it after she sees how Ethan is holding it - like father like daughter 😂

[@AnalogueDad]

They're so genuine, grounded, and wonderful.

[@AndyNC]

It's great to see their bonding chemistry. A lot of love and memories they have together. So much respect for each other. You can feel that they have a great father-daughter-relationship and she looks exactly like a Uma and Ethan. It seems like they did it all right. I always liked Ethan's work, but now I like it even more seeing him as a great real life dad.

[@mackenzieessere7846]

They seem like they have such a great relationship 🥹

[@fendiefendie]

Truly wish Ethan, Maya & Uma will have their own Oscar in the future. Manifesting..!

[@kellyrob4296]

Levon is an actor too!

[@kimrunyan5106]

They are charming together. Obviously, a very good relationship.

[@winglessrayven4294]

You can tell that they are really close, that they have a good relationship that is healthy. Shows that Ethan is a really great father and that is awesome to see as I always thought he was a great guy in general.

[@nezetic9960]

That little nod Ethan makes knowing Maya can't spell😂

[@Sam-0827]

Lmaooo

[@jamesfirth4168]

It’s the widening of the eyes for me 😂

[@jp_idol]

Ethan flirting with Rihanna was some info that I didn't know I needed

[@chrisp1355]

Delightful! So glad they share a bit of their relationship with us.

[@banzay123]

Its crazy how Maya won the gene lottery and got best features of her parents.

[@StimpyRM]

Oh my God, that felt so interesting! It felt like picking to their relationship and values, and actually remembering the things that mattered to them - like having DVDs of Maya's first play, although she was one of three cats in a play, or how Ethan said not remembering the number of Oscar nominations is a good question to be wrong about because it's "boring". Loved that 😍

[@lovvingd]

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

[@Drebe73]

Thank you for sharing this with us Variety. Love to see that the Hawk/Thurman family is so genuinely charming. Also how beautiful a relationship Ethan and Maya has.

[@elisebarger8337]

I love watching interviews like this one and Actors on Actors. I feel like I get to actually learn something about the actors as people. Ethan and Maya are so sweet!

[@MrTheBritishness]

What a wholesome video this was - really refreshing to see acting families bond this way

[@cyndival24]

the side of Ethan I never knew! What a great father and adorable relationship with his daughter. ❤

[@thyop89]

If you dig into Ethan's movies. You'll notice that fatherhood is a topic that comes up again and again in so much of his work. It's a big part of his identity.

[@InnerResearcher]

I just rewatched all of “before…” movies. Ethan Hawke is truly something special. Loved this video & their relationship is beautiful

[@mbb9258]

Loved this! Great dynamic.

[@tajeco]

They're great together, even the wrong answers show how much they know about each other.

[@apurdye]

Phenomenal talents, both of them. Excited for his late style and her continued growth.

[@jasminejefferson6630]

They’re so genuine and fun

[@julie3722]

I love the energy they create together.

[@tymeryder7264]

Love these two. Seem so connected with each other.

[@clarissacavalcante7264]

Her voice is EVERYTHING!!! ❤

[@kaylakinney5954]

What a sweet father-daughter relationship. I can't wait for their film!

[@Kevon420]

"we're like the boring ugly indie kardashians" oh Maya…you and your family are far more exciting, interesting, attractive, and beautiful than that family could ever hope to be.

[@akiyoshidai]

They are sooo chill, I like that! And Maya's smile is beautiful.

[@starryeyeschick]

I love them so much. Maya is so fortunate to have a supportive dad like Ethan!

[@gingerrocco]

They are the cutest! So much warmth and affection!

[@pearlgracestillpearl7441]

They are simply precious together! You can tell he was a very active “normal” father who loves his kids and is proud of them. It’s refreshing to see.

[@chloeknight1245]

They should do this same video but with her mom too ! That would be really good

[@mainly_marvel]

8:34 he knows he deserves an oscar 😭 correction: 4003 oscars*

[@user-xb2hc8by2q]

Oh this was just delightful. Wonderful talented people

[@trashleigh87]

They seem like a happy family. I love it.

[@diegomesadiez]

10:31 Ethan´s reaction to Maya's "I can´t spell" was hilarious!

[@krismilko]

I already knew this video was gonna be enjoyable to watch before even watching it. I absolutely love their father-daughter dynamic. I don't mean this to come off the wrong way, but their dynamic feel so natural that doesn't feel like a Hollywood parent/child relationship where the parent/child pretends to know the other when you know they don't.

[@chizembi2997]

This is the content I need!

[@lifewithaddykate915]

Omgosh! I COMPLETELY and WhoLeHeaRtedly LoVeD this interview, and ToTallY admire the relationship evidently formed between you two ❤️! Throughly enjoyed this whole thing and the father/daughter bond that is beautifully displayed for us all to take lessons and notes from and to aspire to also attain someday ! I LoVe You Guys! Thanks for showing the world what the minimum standard ‘should’ be and look like, although I KNOW if anyone stuck around and watched long enough, they would KNOW it’s far more than just that ❤️!

[@christinaaspen3800]

Haha maya and Ethan are far from boring!!! It’s really wonderful to see a father and daughter with such genuine souls who think and express yes, very similar but at the extent of fondness and admiration and in such an intellectual way. I love it.

[@thenenjoyit]

This is so honest and sweet 💗

[@KurtanaLove1998]

I thought I love maya as much I could but then the answer for texting vs FaceTime came up and it honestly made me love so much more. Because Sameeeeee and this generation it refreshing to hear someone else your age say they don’t prefer texting as main communication.

[@meg151]

There is something so light and refreshing about them I love it

[@Oranchiata8322]

I love how much of a dad he is.

[@sandysreviews1386]

You make the other people around you better. That’s such a sweet answer, awwww but also he absolutely deserves more Oscars

[@lovvingd]

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

[@waterbottle9603]

Is it weird that I have a crush on both of them?

[@jessicacoupe7306]

Nope I'm the same. Let's just pretend its completely normal 😂

[@danyal6126]

​@jessicacoupe7306 normal in west weird in asia

[@camila-aaliyah]

@@danyal6126 definitely not all of asia

[@theb1gfudge]

Yes, but you're not alone, so . . .👍

[@nataliaivonica3488]

bisexualcore

[@Whyamiherel0l]

I love them!! Reminds me about how my dad is my best friend and this is another good family duo !

[@PassCaro]

I love both of them individually, they’re talented and funny! 🥰 I’ve been a fan of Ethan Hawke since the 90s because of "Dead Poet Society" and he’s been my absolute favourite actor ever since 🥰 I still remember when the tabloids announced Maya’s birth back in 1998 and now i get to see the father/daughter duo together! 🤩 I love it but it’s also a sign that i’m getting old 😂😂 I liked seeing the dynamic of their relationship! Funny, eloquent, good chemistry 👏🏼😍 Cute interview 👍🏼

[@1029blue]

I know! All the '90s celebrity babies are all grown up now and are doing their own thing. Remembering when they were born makes me feel old.

[@kellybaxter2558]

I hope I continue to have as good a relationship with my kids as these two have with each other 😊

[@Scamspam]

11:08 ethan blushing is so cute

[@NaturalNihilist]

They feel so honest on their interactions, so genuine, very wholesome family

[@sparkfadingspark]

This reminds me of me and my dad, you can feel how close they are. It's really sweet.

[@AA-qb7ni]

She sounds and looks just like Uma!!! This is such a wholesome relationship ❤❤

[@taradelarama8442]

I want this relationship w my dad , they seem so sweet

[@simpleplanfan011]

She says they’re very serious people but they’re both genuinely funny without even trying to be. That’s a good quality to have!

[@Shpifty]

Love these two. Great actors both.