"The Jazz Singer" killed off silent movies and took their toll on stars and studios who could not adapt to sound. Sex appeal, gangsters and quick wit made breakout stars who wielded great power.
1. Peepshow Pioneers: 1889-1907
Aired: Nov 1, 2010The early careers of the Warner brothers, Mayer, Carl Laemmle of Universal an...
2. The Birth of Hollywood: 1907-1920
Aired: Nov 8, 2010California was quickly recognized as the ideal setting for the American film ...
3. The Dream Merchants: 1920-1928
Aired: Nov 15, 2010Looks in on the years between 1920 and 1928. This period was Hollywood's most...
4. Brother, Can You Spare a Dream?: 1929-1941
Aired: Nov 22, 2010"The Jazz Singer" killed off silent movies and took their toll on stars and s...
5. Warriors & Peacemakers: 1941-1950
Aired: Nov 29, 2010The period from 1941 to 1950 is covered including the production of "The Grap...
6. The Attack of the Small Screens: 1950-1960
Aired: Dec 6, 2010Moguls ran into trouble when TV came into play. For many there wasn't a need ...
Aired: Dec 13, 2010The '60s ushered liberal thought and a 'cool' factor into film. The mogul era...
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Current Status: Ended
Network: Turner Classic Movies
Genres:Documentary, History
