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Seasons: 17
Total Episodes: 206
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Networks: CBS , A&E
Status: Returning Series
First Air Date: Apr 6, 1987
Recent Air Date: Jan 2, 2012
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In Production: Yes
Original Language: English
Age Rating: NR
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Production Companies: Towers Productions , Departure Films , Atlas Media , Actuality Productions , Foxstar Productions , Working Dog Productions , Stage 3 Productions , Electric Sky Productions , Eagle Rock Entertainment , Sharp Entertainment , Atlas Media Corp. , Jupiter Entertainment , Popular Arts Entertainment , Flashback Television , Pangolin Pictures , Robert Small Entertainment , Screaming Flea Productions , Lou Reda Productions
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1994
Episodes
Episode 1
- Harry S. Truman
Harry S. Truman
Episode 2
21 July 1994 - Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon
His vision revolutionized industry, transformed life as we know it--and made him very, very rich.
Episode 3
- Mata Hari
Mata Hari
Episode 4
- Paul Revere
Paul Revere
Episode 5
18 January 1994 - Bruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon
A video tribute to a martial arts legend, Bruce Lee. Examined are his early years in Hong Kong and his journey to Hollywood, his role of Kato on the TV series 'The Green Hornet', and his years as the martial arts instructor to the stars. Lee's spectacular rise to super stardom through his Kung Fu films is detailed, with a revealing look at both the on-screen action and behind the scenes controversy. Celebrity interviews include actor James Coburn talking about Lee as a teacher and collaborator, and actress Diane McBain on Lee's Kato years. Lee's successors in martial arts cinema are profiled, and theories offered about mysterious deaths of Bruce Lee and his son Brandon. Plus rare footage and more! Although his life was cut short at the age of 32, Bruce Lee-- through his movies and his teachings-- will forever be remembered as the Immortal Dragon!
Episode 6
12 April 1994 - Sid Caesar: Television's Comedy Genius
The life of comedy genius Sid Caesar with interviews and film clips
Episode 7
30 May 1994 - The Rockefellers
The Rockefellers
Episode 8
03 June 1994 - Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait
Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait
Episode 9
06 June 1994 - General Omar Bradley
Files and footage from the archives of the U.S. Naval Institute highlight this profile of the military genius who prepared America's forces for World War II.
Episode 10
10 June 1994 - Marilyn Monroe - Behind the Legend
One-hour A&E biography hosted by Jack Perkins showing the life story of Marilyn with archival footage.
Episode 11
20 June 1994 - Houdini: The Great Escape
Documentary about Harry Houdini (1874-1926) which includes on camera appearances by Patrick Culliton, Penn and Teller, and Houdini's last living assistant, Dorothy Young.
Episode 12
24 June 1994 - George Washington: Founding Father
Explore the truths and explode the myths of the man who remains "First in war, first in peace, first in the hearts of his countrymen."
Episode 13
11 July 1994 - Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space
Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space
Episode 14
12 July 1994 - Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying
Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying
Episode 15
14 July 1994 - Gene Roddenberry: Star Trek and Beyond
Biography of "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry.
Episode 16
21 July 1994 - Donald Trump: Master of the Deal
From his days on top of the world in the glitzy eighties to his decline and remarkable rebirth, chronicle the astonishing life of the modern Midas whose name is synonymous with wealth.
Episode 17
25 July 1994 - Frank Capra: Mr. Capra Goes to America
Frank Capra's rise to fame as one of early Hollywood's most acclaimed directors.
Episode 18
01 August 1994 - Davy Crockett: American Frontier Legend
He is known to millions as "the King of the Wild Frontier," but the real story of Davy Crockett is not nearly as familiar as his name.
Episode 19
02 August 1994 - Roy Rogers: American Legend
Roy Rogers, along with his wife Dale Evans, and horse Trigger become icons of the western genre.
Episode 20
04 August 1994 - Willie Nelson
Here's Willie Nelson's official, authorized biography! "Willie Nelson: My Life" is the close-up portrait of America's favorite singer/songwriter, from the days he sold one of his early hits, Family Bible, for $50 to buy milk for his children through his long struggle to superstardom. Included are frank and sometimes humorous interviews with Willie and his friends Ray Charles (who duets with Wilie on the song "Seven Spanish Angels"), Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Emmylou Harris, Sydney Pollack, Gary Busey, Mel Tillis, Ray Price, Jerry Jeff Walker and others.
Episode 21
05 August 1994 - Patsy Cline: Remembering Patsy
Patsy Cline died in a plane crash on March 5, 1963. Now, her musical legacy lives on in Remembering Patsy. This heartfelt celebration features 17 great Patsy Cline songs, and 10 rare television appearances, recently discovered and never before seen on video. You'll meet Patsy through her intimate home movies, her personal letters, as read by Arista recording artist Michele Wright, and the fond reminiscences of Patsy's husband, Charlie Dick, and Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, George Jones, Mel Tillis, Roy Clark, Eddy Arnold, Bill Anderson and Jan Howard. A new generation of stars including Trisha Yearwood, k.d. lang, Ronna Reeves, Lisa Stewart, and Marsha Thorntorn, add insight into Patsy's influence and proof positive that Patsy Cline does live on in her music.
Episode 22
08 August 1994 - W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter
W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter
Episode 23
30 August 1994 - Eleanor Roosevelt: A Restless Spirit
One of this century's most respected and admired figures, she was a humanitarian who transformed the place of women in society, and in the White House. Eleanor Roosevelt created the tradition of the activist First Lady. A pioneer among Presidents' wives, she formed a staff, held press conferences, and defined an agenda beyond that of homemaker. She fought for Civil Rights, for women and the oppressed. Yet this towering public figure was also an orphan whose family was destroyed by alcoholism, the unhappy wife of a philandering husband, and a passionate friend. Experts and scholars finally succeed in connecting her public and private lives in this unique and intimate portrait. Revisit the complete, inspiring life story of Eleanor Roosevelt, champion of freedom and human dignity.
Episode 24
01 September 1994 - The Babe: The Story of Babe Ruth
Revisit the life of the immortal slugger whose incredible ability to hit home runs was matched only by his appetite for good living.
Episode 25
12 September 1994 - Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith
Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith
Episode 26
13 September 1994 - Bette Davis: If Looks Could Kill
Share the magical memories - and see clips from her Oscar winning performances - in this profile of the "First Lady of the American screen."
Episode 27
14 September 1994 - Gilda Radner: In Her Own Words
The life of comedian and original "Saturday Night Live" star Gilda Radner.
Episode 28
15 September 1994 - Benjamin Franklin: Citizen of the World
Franklin's own words come alive in this detailed portrait of America's first great statesman and Renaissance man.
Episode 29
16 September 1994 - Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ
Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ
Episode 30
21 September 1994 - Michelangelo: Artist and Man
Examine the broad canvas of Michelangelo's life and legacy to probe the very soul of the artist who was recognized as a genius in his own lifetime.
Episode 31
27 October 1994 - Edgar Allan Poe: The Mystery of Edgar Allan Poe
Descend into the dark world and tragic life of the melancholy author who is the uncontested master of the macabre, and hear excerpts from his famous works.
Episode 32
25 November 1994 - Cleopatra: Destiny's Queen
Ancient art and period accounts, along with commentary from the world's leading Egyptologists brings the fabled story of Cleopatra to life.
Episode 33
01 December 1994 - Van Cliburn: Concert Pianist
Biography of the legendary pianist, and his 1994 summer tour.
Episode 34
05 December 1994 - Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey
Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey
Episode 35
06 December 1994 - FDR: The War Years
Follow the life and career of the famed politician in the years before he became president, and explore the forces that shaped his vision.
Episode 36
07 December 1994 - Hirohito
Hirohito
Episode 37
11 December 1994 - Clint Eastwood: The Man from Malpaso
A look at the life and career of actor/director Clint Eastwood, including scenes from his past film and television work and interviews with friends, fellow actors and crew members who have worked with him over the years.
Episode 38
19 December 1994 - Santa Claus
A look at the "life' of Santa Claus from his beginnings as the real Saint Nicholas of Myra to the modern American and pop culture icon of Christmas.
Episode 39
20 December 1994 - Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop
A look at the career of the entertainer and puppeteer and her sassy sheep character.
Episode 40
23 December 1994 - Stooges: The Men Behind the Mayhem
For six decades, the Three Stooges ran amuck in a riotous frenzy of eye-poking, ear-slapping, kicks, jabs, punches and frying pans to the cranium. Now Laughsmith Entertainment and A&E offer fans of the Moronic Maestros a chance to relive the Golden Age of Stoogery. Through rare recordings, exclusive interviews and outtakes of behind-the-scenes antics, "Stooges: The Men behind the Mayhem" tells the pure, uncensored Stooge story--from the early vaudeville years with Shemp and Ted Healy, through the golden years at Columbia Pictures with Curly, to the final feature films with Curly Joe DeRita, "the last Stooge." Whether you're fascinated by the unrestrained id, or just enjoy the good, clean humor of pliers applied to the nose, you'll find something to love in this in-depth look at America's most beloved madcaps The Three Stooges!
Episode 41
26 December 1994 - FDR: Years of Crisis
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Episode 42
01 January 1995 - Andrew Carnegie: Prince of Steel
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Episode 43
03 January 1995 - Andrew Jackson: A Man for the People
A portrait of "Old Hickory," President Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), from his Tennessee law days through his military career to his tenure as the seventh U.S. President. Included: interviews with historians. Monte Markham is the narrator.
Episode 44
04 January 1995 - Aristotle Onassis: The Golden Greek
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Episode 45
05 January 1995 - Attila: Scourge of God
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Episode 46
06 January 1995 - Benedict Arnold: Triumph and Treason
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Episode 47
09 January 1995 - Charles Dickens: A Tale of Ambition and Genius
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Episode 48
10 January 1995 - Charles Manson: Journey into Evil
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Episode 49
11 January 1995 - Charlton Heston: For All Seasons
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Episode 50
12 January 1995 - Christopher Columbus: Explorer of the New World
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Episode 51
13 January 1995 - Crazy Horse: The Last Warrior
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Episode 52
16 January 1995 - Daniel Boone
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Episode 53
17 January 1995 - Genghis Khan: Terror and Conquest
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Episode 54
18 January 1995 - George Custer: Showdown at the Little Bighorn
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Episode 55
19 January 1995 - Goebbels: Master of Propaganda
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Episode 56
20 January 1995 - H.G. Wells: Time Traveler
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Episode 57
23 January 1995 - Hercules: Power of the Gods
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Episode 58
24 January 1995 - Huey Long: The Kingfish
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Episode 59
25 January 1995 - Jack the Ripper: Phantom of Death
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Episode 60
26 January 1995 - John Dillinger: Public Enemy #1
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Episode 61
27 January 1995 - John Wilkes Booth: Assassin in the Spotlight
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Episode 62
30 January 1995 - Lee Harvey Oswald: An American Tragedy
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Episode 63
31 January 1995 - Leif Ericson: Voyages of a Viking
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Episode 64
01 February 1995 - Malcolm X: A Search for Identity
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Episode 65
02 February 1995 - Marco Polo: Journey to the East
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Episode 66
03 February 1995 - Mozart
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Episode 67
06 February 1995 - Nostradamus: Prophet of Doom
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Episode 68
07 February 1995 - Patrick Henry: Voice of Liberty
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Episode 69
08 February 1995 - Ponce de León: The First Conquistador
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Episode 70
09 February 1995 - Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective
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Episode 71
10 February 1995 - Sitting Bull: Chief of the Lakota Nation
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Episode 72
13 February 1995 - Susan B. Anthony: Rebel for the Cause
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Episode 73
14 February 1995 - The Gettys: A Tragedy of Riches
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Episode 74
15 February 1995 - The James Gang: Outlaw Brothers
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Episode 75
16 February 1995 - The Red Baron: Master of the Air
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Episode 76
17 February 1995 - The Vanderbilts: An American Dynasty
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Episode 77
20 February 1995 - Theodore Roosevelt: Roughrider to Rushmore
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Episode 78
21 February 1995 - Thomas Jefferson: Philosopher of Freedom
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Episode 79
22 February 1995 - Tokyo Rose: Victim of Propaganda
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Episode 80
23 February 1995 - Wild Bill Hickock: Gentleman of the Old West
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Episode 81
24 February 1995 - Yitzhak Rabin: Soldier of Peace
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