Exploring the remarkable lives and artistic pursuits of iconic American legends.
The documentary series has been showcasing outstanding American artists since 1986, covering hundreds of hours of profiles on notable figures including Charlie Chaplin, Helen Hayes, Andy Warhol, Billie Holiday, and Leonard Bernstein.
1. Arthur Miller: Private Conversations
Aired: Jun 23, 1986Next episode of "Death of a Salesman" delves into the creative process of pla...
2. Philip Johnson, Self Portrait
Aired: Jun 30, 1986Philip Johnson, a renowned American architect, has had a profound impact on t...
3. Katherine Anne Porter: The Eye of Memory
Aired: Jul 7, 1986Katherine Anne Porter's relocation from Texas to New York brought with it the...
Aired: Jul 14, 1986The next episode delves into the extraordinary life and artistic vision of Ch...
5. Billie Holiday: The Long Night of Lady Day
Aired: Jul 21, 1986Billie Holiday, widely regarded as the greatest jazz vocalist of all time, le...
Aired: Jul 28, 1986Charlie Chaplin's groundbreaking career is explored in depth, revealing the i...
7. Billie Holiday: The Long Night of Lady Day
Aired: Aug 4, 1986The next episode delves into the captivating story of Billie Holiday, a pione...
8. Thomas Eakins: A Motion Portrait
Aired: Aug 11, 1986Thomas Eakins' remarkable body of work, unparalleled in American art, was lef...
9. Aaron Copland: A Self Portrait
Aired: Aug 18, 1986George Gershwin's distinctive blend of jazz and classical music is explored, ...
10. Eugene O'Neill: A Glory of Ghosts
Aired: Aug 25, 1986Eugene O'Neill's next episode delves into the complexities of human society, ...
Aired: Sep 1, 1986A documentary celebrating the 90th birthday of a renowned American artist, of...
12. Eugene O'Neill: A Glory of Ghosts
Aired: Sep 8, 1986Main Cast
Appearances
Creators
Official Trailer | Flannery | American Masters | PBS
Seasons: 39
Current Status: Returning Series
Network: PBS
Production Country: United States
Genres:Documentary, Music, History, Biography
