Pioneers of Television

The four-part series examines the people who left their imprint on sitcoms, late-night, variety and game shows in the early days of the medium. The program features interviews with legendary stars, including Dick Van Dyke, Mary Tyler Moore, Art Linkletter, Andy Griffith, Betty White, Phyllis Diller, Jim Nabors, Marlo Thomas, Jonathan Winters, Ed McMahon and Merv Griffin. Using never-before-seen images and showcasing timeless clips, the documentary examines the entertainers that provided the classic scenes that still amuse us today.

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Watch Pioneers of Television - Clips, Episodes & Previews

Breaking Barriers Preview

Acting Funny Preview

Doctors and Nurses Preview

George Clooney and his "Powerful Pen"

St.Elsewhere "Got it Right"

Howie Mandel on "St. Elsewhere"

Noah Wyle as Dr. John Carter

Margaret Cho on "All-American Girl"

George Takei on being an Asian-American

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