Kevin Knoblock
Director
Biography (1961)
Season 3 (1994)
1994
Released April 6, 1987
Episode 59 min
10+
Genres: Biography, Documentary, History
Keywords: mdblist.has-trailer, imdb.hollywood-legend, imdb.20th-television, imdb.fox-television-studios, imdb.image-entertainment, imdb.famous-person, imdb.publicity + 8 more, imdb.one-word-title, imdb.celebrity-interview, imdb.celebrity, imdb.reenactment, imdb.anthology, imdb.sitcom-comedy, awards.emmy-award-winner, awards.emmy-award-nominated
Production Companies: Towers Productions, Atlas Media, Actuality Productions, Foxstar Productions, Working Dog Productions + 13 more, Stage 3 Productions, Eagle Rock Entertainment, Atlas Media Corp., Jupiter Entertainment, Flashback Television, Pangolin Pictures, Robert Small Entertainment, Lou Reda Productions, Electric Sky Productions, Departure Films, Popular Arts Entertainment, Screaming Flea Productions, Sharp Entertainment
Network: CBS
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S3E1 - Harry S. Truman
Harry S. Truman
S3E2 - Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon
His vision revolutionized industry, transformed life as we know it--and made him very, very rich.
July 21, 1994, midnight
S3E3 - Mata Hari
Mata Hari
S3E4 - Paul Revere
Paul Revere
S3E5 - 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!
Jan. 18, 1994, midnight
S3E6 - Sid Caesar: Television's Comedy Genius
The life of comedy genius Sid Caesar with interviews and film clips
April 12, 1994, midnight
S3E7 - The Rockefellers
The Rockefellers
May 30, 1994, midnight
S3E8 - Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait
Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait
June 3, 1994, midnight
S3E9 - 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.
June 6, 1994, midnight
S3E10 - Marilyn Monroe - Behind the Legend
One-hour A&E biography hosted by Jack Perkins showing the life story of Marilyn with archival footage.
June 10, 1994, midnight
S3E11 - 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.
June 20, 1994, midnight
S3E12 - 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."
June 24, 1994, midnight
S3E13 - Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space
Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space
July 11, 1994, midnight
S3E14 - Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying
Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying
July 12, 1994, midnight
S3E15 - Gene Roddenberry: Star Trek and Beyond
Biography of "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry.
July 14, 1994, midnight
S3E16 - 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.
July 21, 1994, midnight
S3E17 - Frank Capra: Mr. Capra Goes to America
Frank Capra's rise to fame as one of early Hollywood's most acclaimed directors.
July 25, 1994, midnight
S3E18 - 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.
Aug. 1, 1994, midnight
S3E19 - Roy Rogers: American Legend
Roy Rogers, along with his wife Dale Evans, and horse Trigger become icons of the western genre.
Aug. 2, 1994, midnight
S3E20 - 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.
Aug. 4, 1994, midnight
S3E21 - 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.
Aug. 5, 1994, midnight
S3E22 - W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter
W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter
Aug. 8, 1994, midnight
S3E23 - 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.
Aug. 30, 1994, midnight
S3E24 - 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.
Sept. 1, 1994, midnight
S3E25 - Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith
Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith
Sept. 12, 1994, midnight
S3E26 - 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."
Sept. 13, 1994, midnight
S3E27 - Gilda Radner: In Her Own Words
The life of comedian and original "Saturday Night Live" star Gilda Radner.
Sept. 14, 1994, midnight
S3E28 - 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.
Sept. 15, 1994, midnight
S3E29 - Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ
Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ
Sept. 16, 1994, midnight
S3E30 - 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.
Sept. 21, 1994, midnight
S3E31 - 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.
Oct. 27, 1994, midnight
S3E32 - 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.
Nov. 25, 1994, midnight
S3E33 - Van Cliburn: Concert Pianist
Biography of the legendary pianist, and his 1994 summer tour.
Dec. 1, 1994, midnight
S3E34 - Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey
Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey
Dec. 5, 1994, midnight
S3E35 - 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.
Dec. 6, 1994, midnight
S3E36 - Hirohito
Hirohito
Dec. 7, 1994, midnight
S3E37 - 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.
Dec. 11, 1994, midnight
S3E38 - 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.
Dec. 19, 1994, midnight
S3E39 - Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop
A look at the career of the entertainer and puppeteer and her sassy sheep character.
Dec. 20, 1994, midnight
S3E40 - 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!
Dec. 23, 1994, midnight
S3E41 - FDR: Years of Crisis
None
Dec. 26, 1994, midnight
S3E42 - Andrew Carnegie: Prince of Steel
None
Jan. 1, 1995, midnight
S3E43 - 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.
Jan. 3, 1995, midnight
S3E44 - Aristotle Onassis: The Golden Greek
None
Jan. 4, 1995, midnight
S3E45 - Attila: Scourge of God
None
Jan. 5, 1995, midnight
S3E46 - Benedict Arnold: Triumph and Treason
None
Jan. 6, 1995, midnight
S3E47 - Charles Dickens: A Tale of Ambition and Genius
None
Jan. 9, 1995, midnight
S3E48 - Charles Manson: Journey into Evil
None
Jan. 10, 1995, midnight
S3E49 - Charlton Heston: For All Seasons
None
Jan. 11, 1995, midnight
S3E50 - Christopher Columbus: Explorer of the New World
None
Jan. 12, 1995, midnight
S3E51 - Crazy Horse: The Last Warrior
None
Jan. 13, 1995, midnight
S3E52 - Daniel Boone
None
Jan. 16, 1995, midnight
S3E53 - Genghis Khan: Terror and Conquest
None
Jan. 17, 1995, midnight
S3E54 - George Custer: Showdown at the Little Bighorn
None
Jan. 18, 1995, midnight
S3E55 - Goebbels: Master of Propaganda
None
Jan. 19, 1995, midnight
S3E56 - H.G. Wells: Time Traveler
None
Jan. 20, 1995, midnight
S3E57 - Hercules: Power of the Gods
None
Jan. 23, 1995, midnight
S3E58 - Huey Long: The Kingfish
None
Jan. 24, 1995, midnight
S3E59 - Jack the Ripper: Phantom of Death
None
Jan. 25, 1995, midnight
S3E60 - John Dillinger: Public Enemy #1
None
Jan. 26, 1995, midnight
S3E61 - John Wilkes Booth: Assassin in the Spotlight
None
Jan. 27, 1995, midnight
S3E62 - Lee Harvey Oswald: An American Tragedy
None
Jan. 30, 1995, midnight
S3E63 - Leif Ericson: Voyages of a Viking
None
Jan. 31, 1995, midnight
S3E64 - Malcolm X: A Search for Identity
None
Feb. 1, 1995, midnight
S3E65 - Marco Polo: Journey to the East
None
Feb. 2, 1995, midnight
S3E66 - Mozart
None
Feb. 3, 1995, midnight
S3E67 - Nostradamus: Prophet of Doom
None
Feb. 6, 1995, midnight
S3E68 - Patrick Henry: Voice of Liberty
None
Feb. 7, 1995, midnight
S3E69 - Ponce de León: The First Conquistador
None
Feb. 8, 1995, midnight
S3E70 - Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective
None
Feb. 9, 1995, midnight
S3E71 - Sitting Bull: Chief of the Lakota Nation
None
Feb. 10, 1995, midnight
S3E72 - Susan B. Anthony: Rebel for the Cause
None
Feb. 13, 1995, midnight
S3E73 - The Gettys: A Tragedy of Riches
None
Feb. 14, 1995, midnight
S3E74 - The James Gang: Outlaw Brothers
None
Feb. 15, 1995, midnight
S3E75 - The Red Baron: Master of the Air
None
Feb. 16, 1995, midnight
S3E76 - The Vanderbilts: An American Dynasty
None
Feb. 17, 1995, midnight
S3E77 - Theodore Roosevelt: Roughrider to Rushmore
None
Feb. 20, 1995, midnight
S3E78 - Thomas Jefferson: Philosopher of Freedom
None
Feb. 21, 1995, midnight
S3E79 - Tokyo Rose: Victim of Propaganda
None
Feb. 22, 1995, midnight
S3E80 - Wild Bill Hickock: Gentleman of the Old West
None
Feb. 23, 1995, midnight
S3E81 - Yitzhak Rabin: Soldier of Peace
None
Feb. 24, 1995, midnight
Network: CBS
Episode Runtime: 59 min.
Season Runtime: 19411 min.
Released: April 6, 1987
Last Air Date: Jan. 2, 2012, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-PG / 10+
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