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More than 200 breakthrough stars bring their stories to life in season four of the Emmy-nominated documentary series Pioneers of Television. Each episode melds compelling new interviews with irresistible clips to offer a fresh take on TVs biggest celebrities. Featured stars in season four include Jerry Seinfeld, Robin Williams, Roseanne Barr, Bill Cosby, Tim Allen, Ray Romano, and many more.
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See AllA tribute to Williams that includes one of his last full-length interviews for the series.
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A look at the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors.
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Trace the story of people of color on American television.
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Review television’s long love affair with doctors and nurses.
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See how America’s top standup comics made the transition to the sitcom format.
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This special episode is built around Carol Burnett, Lucille Ball and Betty White.
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"Roots," "Rich Man, Poor Man" and "The Thorn Birds" mastered the art of storytelling.
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They fought villains, rescued the innocent and became role models to viewers of every age.
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Clips60
See AllEmmy-award winner Cloris Leachman shares her acting philosophy.
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Improv master Jonathan Winters paved the way for younger comedian Robin Williams.
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Robin Williams developed his signature style of improvisational comedy as a young comic.
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Classic comedian Jonathan Winters was at his best when he was improvising.
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Despite "Good Times" producer Norman Lear's wishes, Jimmie Walker was there to be funny.
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Dick Van Dyke loved to perform physical comedy, even if the script didn't call for it.
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Walker's "Good Times" character was such a hit, he changed the direction of the sitcom.
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In the Fall of 1984, Bill Cosby almost single handedly revived the sitcom genre.
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See AllAirs Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 9/8c.
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This episode traces the story of people of color on American television.
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This episode reveals the backstage techniques of America’s favorite comedic actors.
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Explore television’s long love affair with doctors and nurses from ER to Dr. Kildare.
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This episode reveals how America’s top comics made the transition from stage to screen.
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More than 200 stars bring their stories to life in Season 4 of Pioneers of Television.
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Premieres Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Premieres Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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