Steve Carell Never Rewatches Himself In "The Office"

Summary

In this interview, Steve Carell discusses his role in the hit Apple TV+ show 'The Morning Show,' where he plays Mitch Kessler, a charming yet narcissistic anchor facing a #MeToo scandal. He reflects on his career, including his time on 'The Office,' sharing how he never watches his own work, even in iconic films like 'The Office' and 'Shawshank Redemption.' Carell also humorously touches on the dynamics of parenting and his return to TV, with a sneak peek of his character grappling with personal and professional fallout. The interview offers a mix of humor and thought-provoking commentary on fame and accountability.

Takeaways

• 😀 Steve Carell's hit show 'The Office' is the most-watched and streamed program on Netflix, beating out even 'Friends'.
• 😀 Despite the show's success, Steve Carell has never watched himself in 'The Office' or any of his movies.
• 😀 Steve Carell's preference is not to watch his work, even though he would make an exception for 'Shawshank Redemption'.
• 😀 Carell reveals he would enjoy watching 'Shawshank Redemption' with Stephen Colbert, Morgan Freeman, and Tim Robbins.
• 😀 Carell is open with his children about his work and makes sure they know everything he does professionally.
• 😀 Steve Carell has returned to TV with a new show, 'The Morning Show', on Apple TV+.
• 😀 In 'The Morning Show', Carell plays Mitch Kessler, a narcissistic morning anchor who faces a #MeToo accusation.
• 😀 The character of Mitch Kessler is completely fictional, despite the subject matter feeling relevant to real-world media scandals.
• 😀 The show portrays Mitch's blind spot regarding how people perceive him, even as he grapples with his troubles.
• 😀 A key scene in the show features Mitch discussing how to navigate the #MeToo movement, showing his lack of self-awareness about the situation.

Q & A

What recent milestone did 'The Office' achieve on Netflix?

'The Office' has become the most-watched and most-streamed program on Netflix, surpassing even 'Friends.'

Did Steve Carell ever watch 'The Office' when it was airing?

No, Steve Carell mentioned that he never watched 'The Office' even while it was airing, although the cast would sometimes watch it together for fun.

Why does Steve Carell avoid watching his own movies or TV shows?

Steve Carell does not typically watch his own work because he prefers not to see himself on screen. However, he did express that he would watch 'Shawshank Redemption' if he had been in it.

Has Steve Carell ever watched a movie he was a part of with his kids?

Steve Carell ensures that his kids are aware of all his projects, so they know exactly what he’s worked on, but he does not watch his own movies with them.

What role does Steve Carell play in the Apple TV+ series 'The Morning Show'?

Steve Carell plays Mitch Kessler, a handsome, charming, and narcissistic morning anchor who gets into trouble due to a #MeToo accusation.

How does Mitch Kessler, Steve Carell’s character, perceive himself in 'The Morning Show'?

Mitch Kessler has an enormous blind spot when it comes to how people perceive him and how he perceives himself. His character is a reflection of this self-delusion.

What is Mitch Kessler’s response to the #MeToo movement in 'The Morning Show'?

Mitch Kessler's character struggles with understanding the full impact of the #MeToo movement. He believes there is a need for an honest conversation about it, but his approach is misguided and self-serving.

What does Mitch Kessler say about handling the sensitive topics in 'The Morning Show'?

Mitch Kessler expresses that while addressing sensitive issues requires a high degree of sensitivity, he loves the thrill of walking a tightrope, which makes him feel alive.

What show does Steve Carell recommend to Stephen Colbert to watch with him?

Steve Carell suggests that he and Stephen Colbert watch 'Shawshank Redemption' together, a movie that Carell says he always watches when it comes on TV.

When does 'The Morning Show' premiere on Apple TV+?

'The Morning Show' premiered on Apple TV+ on November 1st, according to Steve Carell’s appearance on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.'