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American Masters

Season 5

8 episodes · premiered Jul 2, 1990

Where to watch American Masters

  1. E1 Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer

    Jul 2, 1990 · 1h 30m

    The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.

  2. E2 John Cassavetes

    Jul 9, 1990 · 1h 30m

    A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.

  3. E3 Martin Scorsese Directs

    Jul 16, 1990 · 1h 30m

    Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.

  4. E4 You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story

    Jul 23, 1990 · 1h 30m

    The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.

  5. E5 Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter

    Jul 30, 1990 · 1h 30m

    The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.

  6. E6 John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen

    Aug 20, 1990 · 1h 30m

    A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.

  7. E7 Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret

    Aug 27, 1990 · 1h 30m

    The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.

  8. E8 John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It

    Sep 17, 1990 · 1h 30m

    The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.