Pioneers of Television

Synopsis

A documentary series focusing on the legends that helped launched TV and left lasting impression on sitcoms, talk shows, variety shows and game shows in television's early years.

First Air Date: 2008-01-02

Last Air Date: 2014-05-06

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 17

Networks: PBS

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Top Cast

Ryan Seacrest as Self - Narrator (voice)
Kelsey Grammer as Self - Narrator (voice)
Benjamin Bratt as Self - Narrator (voice)
Harlan Saperstein as Self - Narrator (voice)

Seasons

Specials (2014) - (2 Episodes)

Season 1 (2008) - (4 Episodes)

Season 2 (2011) - (4 Episodes)

Season 3 (2013) - (5 Episodes)

Season 4 (2014) - (4 Episodes)

Specials (2014)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Robin Williams Remembered (2014-09-09)

A celebration of award-winning comedian, TV star, and film and stage actor Robin Williams featuring Williams' last full-length television interview, including never-before-seen footage of his comments on life and work, tributes by those who knew and worked with him closely in all phases of his career, and clips from iconic moments throughout his career.
Ep. 2: Carol Burnett: A Celebration (2019-01-21)

No overview for this episode.