Behind Closed Doors with Natalie Morales

Friends was the television series that would always be there for you. In the 90s it dominated the airways and made stars out of a group of relatively unknown actors. Friends: Behind Closed Doors takes an inside look at how the legendary sitcom came together: the writers who drew inspiration from their own lives, the actors who were cast (as well as those who weren’t), and how Friends became—and remains—a cultural phenomenon.

She was the stunning Texas beauty who took Hollywood by storm. A famous head of hair, a legendary poster, and a starring role on Charlie Angels secured her place among the stars. Farrah Fawcett was never destined to play by anyone else’s rules. But no amount of professional success could prepare the fearless risktaker for a devastating cancer diagnosis. Farrah Fawcett: Behind Closed Doors takes a look at the life and legacy of the original angel and poster-girl-next-door.

Amid a crowded summer movie landscape, one film broke out to become of the biggest comedies of all time: Ghostbusters. A collaboration of some of the most celebrated voices in comedy, Ghostbusters spawned what has become an billion dollar franchise. Ghostbusters: Behind Closed Doors takes an inside look at how this movie came together from the people who were there. Ghostbusters’ director, producer, stars, and crew share stories from the making of iconic film and reflect on its success more than three decades later.

Explores how Joan Molinsky became Joan Rivers, the groundbreaking comedian and entertainer and sheds light on who the real Joan was beyond the footlights.

REELZ is giving fans an inside look at the making of Star Wars in Star Wars: Behind Closed Doors. The special, hosted by Natalie Morales, will include interviews with the cast including Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford. Star Wars is one of the most successful film franchises in movie history and has become an indelible part of pop culture. But when it was first sold, Star Wars was anything but a sure thing. Initially dismissed as a space fantasy, Star Wars caught everyone by surprise when it premiered in May 1977, creating lifelong fans and reaping millions in box office sales. The largely unknown cast became overnight sensations, thrusting Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford into superstardom. Star Wars: Behind Closed Doors tells the inside story of the film’s conception and how it continues to captivate the people of Earth with tales of a galaxy far away. The episode features new interviews with Star Wars special effects pioneer John Dykstra, producer Howard Kazanjian, and editor Paul Hirsh, as well as archival interviews with director George Lucas and stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher. Also featured on the episode is Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy author Amy Ratcliffe, writer and director Kevin Smith, film critic Joe Neumaier, and Stars Wars Memories author Craig Miller, among others. “Last Jedi seems to divide the Stars Wars audience more so than the Ewoks ever divided the Star Wars audience,” Kevin Smith said in a clip discussing the polarizing reaction to the film.

The beloved TV show that gave us “Marcia, Marcia, Marica," a catchy theme song known the world over, and an iconic tic-tac-toe opening, The Brady Bunch is one of the most influential sitcoms in the history of television. The landmark series first premiered more than 50 years ago and has never been off the air since. The first television series to showcase a blended family almost never saw the light of day and in its initial run, it was far from a critical or ratings hit. In the years since its cancelation, the show has become a global phenomenon. An array of TV movies, spin-offs, hit songs, feature films, and reality shows have popped up in every decade since The Brady Bunch went off the air, solidifying its place in American culture. In this Very Brady Behind Closed Doors, Natalie sits down with everyone’s favorite middle brother, Christopher Knight, who played Peter Brady to discuss everything from his very first audition to the sexual tension between his TV siblings. Other interviews include the children of the show creator, the late Sherwood Schwartz, who share behind the scenes stories of how the show came to life, the bitter backstage feuds and the last-minute re-castings. In addition, this installment features sit-downs with the actor who portrayed the infamous “Cousin Oliver,” Jennifer Elise Cox who played Jan in the Brady film adaptations and much more.

You can’t say the phrase “80s teen movie” without almost immediately thinking of—or quoting—the quintessential and genre-defining film “The Breakfast Club.” The movie tapped into the zeitgeist of teenage life so authentically that when it hit theatres in 1985, moviegoers across America connected to the five main characters they saw on screen. One of the most iconic teen films of all time, “The Breakfast Club” has become a cornerstone of 1980s pop culture, featuring rising stars Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, Ally Sheedy, Emilio Estevez and Judd Nelson, and a script written and directed by John Hughes. The film gave a new voice to teen angst and became part of 80s teen movie canon. This Behind Closed Doors takes an inside look at the development and making of “The Breakfast Club” — from how the script got greenlit, to how the cast came together, to what famous actor was cut loose, to never-before-told stories behind the film’s set design, wardrobe, and chart-topping theme song. In the decades since its release, the legacy of this ground-breaking and influential film continues to grow. Featuring interviews with cast members, producers, cameramen, the casting director and set decorator, The Breakfast Club: Behind Closed Doors deconstructs how it all happened, why the film – and its creator – has had such a lasting impact throughout generations, and what that legacy means now in the age of #metoo.

She’s the triple threat from the Bronx who no one saw coming. From her breakout role as a background dancer on In Living Color, she went on to launch an acting career—which saw her nominated for a Golden Globe for her first lead role—before becoming a platinum-selling recording artist. From a stint as a judge on American Idol, to producing her own shows, to leading a solo world tour, to a box office breaking Vegas residency, it is not a stretch to say Lopez may be the hardest working woman in show business and one who has done it all—and will likely continue to do so. But Jennifer Lopez is as famous for what goes on in her life behind the scenes as in front of the camera. Married – and divorced – three times, she has been involved with some of the most famous men on the planet – including Sean Combs, Ben Affleck, Marc Anthony, and now Alex Rodriguez. In some cases those relationships imploded publicly, leaving Lopez to pick up the pieces, dust herself off, and come right back at the world. Jennifer Lopez: Behind Closed Doors takes a look at the triple threat American icon who has worked tirelessly to remain at the very top of show business for almost thirty years.

You take the good, you take the bad, you take them both and there you have the hit show that became a staple of the '80s television line up. The Facts of Life was a female-centric spinoff of the popular show Diff'rent Strokes and its authentic stories, great characters and unforgettable theme song made The Facts of Life a culture touchstone and staple in living rooms across America for nine seasons. In The Facts of Life: Behind Closed Doors viewers get an inside look at the show that gave audiences a glimpse into the adolescent struggles and triumphs of boarding school girls all under the loving care of housemother Edna Garrett.

Pretty Woman was about an unlikely fairytale that captured hearts around the globe and transformed Julia Roberts from a relatively unknown actress into America's sweetheart and cemented director Garry Marshall and actor Richard Gere as Hollywood royalty in 1990. Pretty Woman: Behind Closed Doors delves into how a dark dramatic script from an unknown writer became one of the most successful and beloved romantic comedies remembered for its upbeat soundtrack, memorable outfits, unforgettable one-liners and enchanting cast. The surprise hit grossed more than $450 million dollars worldwide and was adapted into a Broadway musical. In this Behind Closed Doors members of the cast including Hector Elizondo, Larry Miller and Alex Hyde-White share their stories from the set along with the creative forces who brought this modern day Cinderella story to life.