Introduction to the series and a look at sports, weddings, funerals, and other newsworthy events that were broadcast live.
Season 1
8 episodes
A look at comedy on television, from sketch comedies to sitcoms to stand-up specials.
Documents the early creation of TV.
A look at murder, war, accidents, political scandal and other powerful news images.
A look at news coverage, primarily centered on American politics.
A look at TV dramas, including the early days of live theatre, cop shows, miniseries, prime-time soap operas, foreign imports, and more.
A look at variety shows, music programs, music videos, talk shows, and game shows.
The finale delves into the arts, education, children's programs, and the depiction of African Americans on TV.
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Episode 1
Live Pictures
Introduction to the series and a look at sports, weddings, funerals, and other newsworthy events that were broadcast live.
Episode 2
Comedy
A look at comedy on television, from sketch comedies to sitcoms to stand-up specials.
Episode 3
The Race for Television
Documents the early creation of TV.
Episode 4
The Power of Pictures
A look at murder, war, accidents, political scandal and other powerful news images.
Episode 5
Point of View
A look at news coverage, primarily centered on American politics.
Episode 6
Drama
A look at TV dramas, including the early days of live theatre, cop shows, miniseries, prime-time soap operas, foreign imports, and more.
Episode 7
Fun and Games
A look at variety shows, music programs, music videos, talk shows, and game shows.
Episode 8
The Promise of Television
The finale delves into the arts, education, children's programs, and the depiction of African Americans on TV.
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