James Garner Interview on Charlie Rose 2002

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Veteran television and screen actor, James Garner is guest on The 'Charlie Rose' Show during this intimate, detailed career interview in 2002.
James Garner (1928 - 2014) was an American actor and producer. He starred in several television series over more than five decades, including popular roles such as Bret Maverick in the 1950s Western series Maverick and as Jim Rockford in the 1970s private detective show, The Rockford Files. He played leading roles in more than 50 theatrical films, including The Great Escape (1963) with Steve McQueen, Paddy Chayefsky's The Americanization of Emily (1964) with Julie Andrews, Grand Prix (1966), Marlowe (1969), Support Your Local Sheriff! (1969), Support Your Local Gunfighter (1971), The Castaway Cowboy (1974), and with Toshiro Mifune, Blake Edwards's Victor/Victoria (1982) with Julie Andrews, and Murphy's Romance (1985) with Sally Field, for which he received an Academy Award nomination. Garner's career and popularity continued through another decade in movies like Space Cowboys (2000) with Clint Eastwood, and The Notebook (2004) with Gena Rowlands. and his tv role as Jim Egan in 8 Simple Rules (2003-2005).
The Charlie Rose Show (PBS/1991-2017) is an American television interview and talk show, with Charlie Rose as executive producer, executive editor, and host. The show was syndicated on PBS until 2017 and is owned by Charlie Rose, Inc. Rose interviewed thinkers, writers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, businesspersons, leaders, scientists, and fellow newsmakers.
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[@molipaul]

My favorite actor of all time…and never a whiff of scandal around this great man. IMO, Rockford Files is the greatest show ever made. RIP, Mr. Garner. ❤️

[@Jimmy-wr3uc]

I couldn't agree with you more mate I've been watching the rockford files Almost 20 years even though they are old they never get old Brilliant Pure classic class

[@ScholarJones]

We don't have the same politics, but agree he was one of the best in Hollywood. I still watch the Rockford Files to this day.

[@jscottrockford]

Such a great guy.........humble, funny, self deprecating, and always giving credit to others. He is sorely missed 😢

[@marypresnell7035]

Fascinating interview. James Garner is truly one of the greats!

[@cindybogart6062]

James Gardner has always been one of my most favorite actors. I don’t think there’s anything this man couldn’t do. I just love him thank you James for just being you.❤

[@jaggcmi]

Mr. Garner was one of the greats. Made it look so easy.

[@BeauDare-ov7py]

I had the pleasure of writing James Garner a Western film script, when I worked as an actor/ screenwriter in Hollywood, and he was a joy to behold. Genuine, honest and with a unique way of including you in his life.. Hollywood could take a lesson.

[@BeauDare-ov7py]

They don't make actors like him anymore..

[@dave_yeg8596]

a great person, met him a couple of times, talks to you like he's known you all his life. his talent and persona will be missed.

[@richardredseal3993]

Ditto.

[@shilohdean-qi2oi]

He came into a club where I was playing in Texas and he was a total gentleman

[@rustypipes6339]

Just the best!! A man of principle, so rare these days. Love the interview!!

[@wolfganghasenmaier8350]

Has always been rare be assured ... :)

[@robertaferugheli4957]

What a guy. Miss him. One of a kind.

[@fredmoss3515]

Its not that hes American .... but his integrity as a human that shines through ..... a thoroughly decent person !

[@MTknitter22]

But being a proud American a big part of who Garner was!

[@gardenlover9663]

I was just reading his stats. He and my dad were both born in April, 1928, and both were married in 1956. Both were married to one woman. James died in 2014. My dad died in 2020. Both were amazing.

[@bluey7007]

Fabulous actor..genuine guy

[@optimistsofnineelms]

we no longer have stars of this class and caliber....

[@onlythewise1]

correct

[@leefowler3240]

a truly great human being and a actor of great character

[@josephpowelliii9169]

RIP...we all miss you Jim....thank you for your gr8 performances...

[@davecongalton2858]

He's right-- "The Americanization of Emily" is a must-see classic!

[@johnschuh8616]

That is the film where I fell in love, so to speak, with Julie Andrews, Her “duets" with Carol Burnet were just a kind of confirmation that she had real “quality”.

[@user-tf9kq2di9x]

Great movie! IMHO!😊

[@toddmarryatt443]

Mr. Garner is one of my favourite actors. Every man's anti-hero. Rockford files was at 5:30pm, when I was a kid. Choking down dinner as fast as we could, then rushing to the TV. Worth the heart burn.

[@rhapak]

James Garner was the best!

[@rikellis7871]

Great and a Veteran!

[@rustyruss2962]

God Bless James Thanks for Good Memories ❤️🙏

[@tommonk7651]

Loved James Garner. Never, ever looked like he was acting....

[@billbarrett6285]

I miss Jim. He was a great guy and a fine actor.

[@gilbertdare5921]

I have always been a fan. Great interview. I compare his attitude toward acting lessons to great musicians that cant read a note but great music pours out of their soul.

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

gilbertdare5921 Like the Late Great Eddie Van Halen. Couldn't read a note but Geeze Louise I don't think it mattered. R.I.P Mr .Garner and Eddie. You are both greatly missed.

[@johnschuh8616]

Bing Crosby. Well, out of their head. Trained musicians have kind of auto-tuning in their heads.

[@raynorthedge5722]

I have got his book the garner files read it great book miss him

[@ag358]

James garner a great actor, good person, no scandals very good long running hit shows along with good movies and a damn good golfer.

[@kcender3771]

I Love James Garner.

[@user-ox7jf4oc8r]

I love James Garner! Wonderful movie and TV actor! Convincing in whatever role he was playing; movies and TV--and the Polaroid commercial too! One of the greats that is truly missed by many. ❤❤❤❤

[@skeena59]

Absolute legend!

[@freemindthinkerezrapound5071]

Both started out together two kids at the bottom rung and both made it to the top as mature wise men that in itself is a wonderful story

[@debbyannjenkins]

I just love this man all these years

[@stephengiese7549]

I have seen alot of his admirable work in tv and film. He was my favorite maverick when he took turns with Bart. This for those of you who are my age (73).

[@ronieelise6143]

Great actor!! ❤

[@rustyruss2962]

Legend so many tv 📺 shows I Loved him in an movies ❤️🙏

[@Mutlap]

I enjoy his work, still do

[@kathleenjorgensen8350]

I have always liked James Rockford,on the wesrterns,with his co star Stuart .He had a great smile.I watch Rockford Files,even more than once.He ws good on Maverick too.Its on ,on Sat//Sunday.RIP James

[@chelleh5693]

Wow 😯 I miss him

[@hollytooker507]

Wonderful man. Terrific actor.

[@missyounorm33]

Garner punched a writer thru a dressing room during the filming of Rockford because of plagiarism. A man's man .

[@fenwayify]

"You regret what you don't do, rather than what you do." Rose stated that after Garner spoke about Laughton's admonition to him. I think the idea fits for an actor, 'playing" a role. However, in the real world, we all have regrets about what we do AND don't do. It's the nature of life, we're never perfect; just doing our best...

[@KoolT]

What a man. Half Cherokee half German.

[@susanmcguire3442]

A quarter Cherokee. His mother’s father was Cherokee.

[@davidrhodes6413]

great interview. brilliant actor.

[@brendalevings2427]

Omg i love this man.

[@Jimmy-wr3uc]

James Garner What a Beautiful person inside and out A Real old school person God Rest Him ❤

[@johnsullivan6946]

Top bloke 👏 👌

[@romanclay1913]

THE AMERICANIZATION OF EMILY was both James Garner & Julie Andrew's favorite film performance.

[@allan9603]

What I liked about James as an actor is he always had at least one episode per season where his character made reference to his home state, Oklahoma. RIP Jim

[@helenheeney2284]

Lovely man

[@garyreimer5856]

I always wished for the handsome look of James Gardner. I have settled for mine. I guess we have to be happy with what we have to work with.

[@elisabethj.v.beardsell9853]

Some cool dude , I recall The Rockford Files Brilliant and Perfect tv.❤

[@lynnfirsick-xl6on]

Go to 00:20:00

[@loisenochs4562]

Love both of them

[@TedTucholski]

How could you not ask Garner anything about the movie "Grand Prix"

[@wolfganghasenmaier8350]

I love this man, he isnpired me as Rockford when I was a teenager. To become a PI. He aged very quickly later on. Not as quick as William Holden but still... Takes nothing away from him if yes: Did he have a drinking problem?

[@wolfganghasenmaier8350]

I had one myself, glad I left it behind in 1999.

[@oonaghmarguerite6752]

@ wofgang...I recommend you read Mr Garner's book, The Garner Files. You will admire him even more.

[@garycogswell5499]

Some are leading men, some are men that lead

[@dienomo]

One of the all time greats. Surprised me to learn he was a life long pot smoker.

[@valmor1073]

Never saw anything I didn’t like him in but Maverick was my favorite.

[@WarriorMigs24]

Jim Garner is Jim Rockford, Space Cowboys so good

[@ustuppy]

Class act.

[@georgiavroman3134]

What a super guy! Truly missed.

[@marksoutherland7225]

very few Hollywood types I ever wanted to meet in person, but Mr. Garner was one of a very few I really would like to have shaken his hand.

[@BrianHornak]

Great Man...Great Actor

[@drumdude46]

Just Love this Man. Legendary ICON and Giant in the Industry. Yet....such a classy, personable Gentleman. Currently enjoying his 'Rockford Files' All-Seasons' on BluRay. What a great show that was....and he was in fine form, throughout. God Speed, Mr. Garner. I would have loved to have met you.

[@ricardocantoral7672]

James Garner: The greatest Dad actor

[@justincoleman2740]

You deserved more than this Jim.

[@Rony2453]

I love James Gardner

[@julietrask7497]

When he was young, hubba hubba! What a great looking man. My mother in law had a huge crush on him.

[@lorenarios9461]

Tom Selleck followed James Garner's example

[@johnschuh8616]

Never thought of that! You are spot on.

[@kaytucker5498]

Yes, he was Tom’s mentor.

[@user-sx5lu1li8x]

Ur right as a matter of fact Rockford Files Tom Selleck played a investigater

[@user-sx5lu1li8x]

Yes..Tom Selleck played a investigater on Rockford Files

[@willarddevoe5893]

The Trees The Bees and TT Flowers, a Rockford Files episode is cited as film No. 138 on the Humanities Film Forum Must See List.

[@hawlikd]

My favorite of his was The Great Escape.

[@jaggedstarrPI]

The Honorary Permanent President of Raider Nation! Mr Garner was on the sidelines of Raiders games for many decades. 70s, 80s, 90s, I know for certain. But I bet he started in the 60s and made it at least into the 2000s back at the Oakland Coliseum.

[@irenegriego2446]

That's what John Wayne said.

[@scottbailey6960]

He was a great actor. Enjoyed his movies. Hated his political leanings but that was his choice. Don’t make actors like this anymore.

[@onlythewise1]

he looks like my dad

[@hilarioustoo]

I was born in fort worth , parents, grandparents and great grandparents.

[@davedillon1372]

I hadn't known 'Aimes Jainshill', 'Angel' was still around for so long because he wasn't in front of people OR- I'd really like to have met him. Superlatives about all factors: casting, writing, et al.✓

[@hilarioustoo]

if you want a pay check you better answer the people who are paying you

[@receitasparasecar2001]

Grande ator

[@ThePiratemachine]

"36 Hours" is good.

[@marcyking461]

I wonder if James Garner were alive today, if he would still be a Clinton fan? A lot of things have come to light since 2002 when this interview was recorded.

[@paulzammataro7185]

Feel better now?

[@rosamondbovey4497]

Very prescient about SCOTUS.

[@scottw5315]

@@paulzammataro7185 I do...

[@wareagle853]

I doubt he'd still approve of the Clinton crime family.

[@johnschuh8616]

@@rosamondbovey4497 I agree with him about the court’s role in 2000. But that was forced on them by the actions of the Florida Supreme Court.

[@whata86]

Why didn’t he ask him about Korea

[@patrickfallon6192]

James Rockford

[@d.martin7692]

The Great Escape is clearly superior to The Americanization of Emily.

[@johnschuh8616]

I agree with him.

[@ohoiifilmmotiondesign4822]

However, he was mistaken on Rambo First Blood, no policemen or national guardsmen were killed…except one, indirectly caused by a helicopter pilot after being hit by a rock flung by Rambo

[@denisealexander5441]

We don't know that he was mistaken. The original script may have been much different than the outcome of the actual film.

[@nicmart]

The Tom Snyder interview is much better. Rose was pretentious.

[@advids5572]

Glad we can watch both

[@ronieelise6143]

I agree this interviewer is not so great. He asked Jim a question then interrupts him and gives possible answers. When he asked him what his favorite actors to work with are. He answered his own question, then moves on.

[@allanfifield8256]

You can hear the smoking in his voice.

[@FURDOG1961]

26:45

[@hankd18]

Another elitist actor. Too bad. I don't know why I didn't remember he was a flaming liberal. I wonder if he would've become a snowflake too. I guess he doesn't like talking about Rockford anymore at this point. Kinda boring...

[@ginapicot2105]

I voted Republican sounds like he just admitted he was a alcoholic.

[@bobbyvff]

Loved him in Rockford files. Rambo story is total BS. Rambo first blood kill count is one. That's one. One.

[@denisealexander5441]

Do you have a copy of the original script? That's how actors choose their roles. They read the script and either accept the role or pass on it. Why do people assume, because they saw the final product, they have any idea of how it started. Films go through many changes between the manuscript and the cutting room floor.

[@hawlikd]

Who knew, a Hollywood actor is a card carrying Liberal?

[@Mark-yy2py]

Too bad he’s far left liberal. Had me fooled- but I still love him as Rockford!

[@marthacanady9441]

His political views make me not like him as much.

[@jamescherney5874]

Loved Bill Clinton ! What a way to say I' m an idiot.