With unprecedented access to Norman Lear, his work and his massive personal archives, this documentary combines stories from his turbulent childhood and early career with his groundbreaking TV success and social activism.
Aired: Jan 29, 2016The life and 50th-year of director Mike Nichols, one of only two people who h...
2. B.B. King: The Life of Riley
Aired: Feb 12, 2016The challenging life and career of blues guitarist B.B. King; candid intervie...
Aired: Feb 19, 2016Rare home movies, performances and photos help illustrate the life and career...
4. Fats Domino and the Birth of Rock 'n' Roll
Aired: Feb 26, 2016The New Orleans rhythm and blues of Fats Domino helped aid integration in the...
5. Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl
Aired: Mar 4, 2016Singer-songwriter Loretta Lynn balances family and a music career that has sp...
6. Janis Joplin: Little Girl Blue
Aired: May 3, 2016This episode page reflects the reshowing of the original title Janis: Little ...
7. The Highwaymen: Friends Till the End
Aired: May 27, 2016An oral history of the Mount Rushmore of Country Music.
8. Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You
Aired: Oct 25, 2016With unprecedented access to Norman Lear, his work and his massive personal a...
9. Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who Saw the Future
Aired: Dec 27, 2016Saarinen designed National Historic Landmarks such as St. Louis Gateway Arch ...
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Current Status: Returning Series
Network: PBS
Production Country: United States
Genres:Documentary, Music, History, Biography
American Masters: Where to Watch Online?
Currently you are able to watch "American Masters" for free with ads on PBS.
