← Television

Season 1

8 episodes · 1988

  1. 1Live Pictures

    24 Jan 1988

    Introduction to the series and a look at sports, weddings, funerals, and other newsworthy events that were broadcast live.

  2. 2Comedy

    01 Feb 1988

    A look at comedy on television, from sketch comedies to sitcoms to stand-up specials.

  3. 3The Race for Television

    08 Feb 1988

    Documents the early creation of TV.

  4. 4The Power of Pictures

    14 Feb 1988

    A look at murder, war, accidents, political scandal and other powerful news images.

  5. 5Point of View

    22 Feb 1988

    A look at news coverage, primarily centered on American politics.

  6. 6Drama

    28 Feb 1988

    A look at TV dramas, including the early days of live theatre, cop shows, miniseries, prime-time soap operas, foreign imports, and more.

  7. 7Fun and Games

    07 Mar 1988

    A look at variety shows, music programs, music videos, talk shows, and game shows.

  8. 8The Promise of Television

    14 Mar 1988

    The finale delves into the arts, education, children's programs, and the depiction of African Americans on TV.