# @hollywoodreporter on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=dik4N-XxXfU
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- **Posted:** 2026-02-18T14:00:54.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Hollywood Reporter (@hollywoodreporter) — https://gondola.cc/hollywoodreporter

## Caption

Jason Bateman sat down with us during his THR cover shoot and shares how pitching himself as both the star and director of 'Ozark' was a risk, but ultimately paid off. Plus, he reveals what his favorite part about a production is, why he watches his own projects and more.

Jason is wearing a Thom Sweeney coat, sweater, pants; stylist's own belt; Doucal's shoes.

To learn more about this story: 
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-features/jason-bateman-interview-career-podcast-1236507770/

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Jason Bateman on the Risk He Took That Paid Off, Why He Watches His Projects & More

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