Pioneers of Television

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  • : 2008
  • : 16
  • : 7
  • PBS
  • Documentary History

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4x1
Standup to Sitcom
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15, 2014
This star-packed episode features fresh interviews with Jerry Seinfeld, Roseanne Barr, Tim Allen, Ray Romano and Bob Newhart. The program reveals how America’s top standup comics made .. show full overview
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Doctors and Nurses
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22, 2014
From Richard Chamberlain on ‘Dr. Kildare’, to George Clooney on ‘ER’, television’s long love affair with doctors and nurses shows no signs of letting up. Noah Wyle, Anthony Edwards, .. show full overview
4x3
Breaking Barriers
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29, 2014
This episode traces the story of people of color on American television—including the mid-1960s breakthroughs of African Americans Diahann Carroll and Bill Cosby. Latino landmarks range .. show full overview
4x4
Acting Funny
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06, 2014
Peek behind the curtain at the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors. The program features the manic improvisational style of Robin Williams, along with his comic .. show full overview

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