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Television

Documentary

An overview of the history of television from its earliest days to modern times.

Jan 24, 19881 seasons8 episodesEndedEN

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Edwin Newman

Self - Host

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Seasons

Season 1

8 episodes

Premiered Jan 24, 1988

Episodes

1–6 of 8

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Ep 1

Live Pictures

Jan 24, 1988

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

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Ep 2

Comedy

Feb 1, 1988

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

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Ep 3

The Race for Television

Feb 8, 1988

Documents the early creation of TV.

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Ep 4

The Power of Pictures

Feb 14, 1988

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

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Ep 5

Point of View

Feb 22, 1988

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

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Ep 6

Drama

Feb 28, 1988

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

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