Comedians -
pioneers of television

Sat, Feb 4 8:00 P.M.

Go behind the curtain to reveal the techniques of America's favorite comedic actors. The manic improvisational styles of Robin Williams and his comic predecessor Jonathan Winters provides a fascinating contrast to Tina Fey's measured, highly prepared approach. The episode also highlights the all-time #1 Emmy winner for comedy acting: Cloris Leachman. Featured interviews include: Robin Williams, Tina Fey, Jonathan Winters, Dick Van Dyke, Jimmie Walker, Cloris Leachman.

Episode Duration: 53 minutes and 14 seconds

Episode Number: 102

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Sat, Feb 4	8:00 P.M.	Comedians
Sun, Feb 5	11:00 A.M.	Comedians
Mon, Feb 6	12:00 A.M.	Comedians

About Pioneers of Television:

This nostalgic celebration of classic TV melds compelling original cast interviews with hilarious clips, offering a fresh take on TV's biggest celebrities.

The series covers late-night hosts, comedians, primetime soaps, crime dramas, barrier-breaking entertainers and variety shows.

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Sat, Feb 4	8:00 P.M.	Comedians
Sun, Feb 5	11:00 A.M.	Comedians
Mon, Feb 6	12:00 A.M.	Comedians
Thu, Feb 9	9:00 P.M.	Primetime Soaps
Sat, Feb 11	8:00 P.M.	Primetime Soaps
Sun, Feb 12	11:00 A.M.	Primetime Soaps
Mon, Feb 13	12:00 A.M.	Primetime Soaps
Thu, Feb 16	9:00 P.M.	Crime Dramas
Sat, Feb 18	8:00 P.M.	Crime Dramas
Sun, Feb 19	11:00 A.M.	Crime Dramas
Mon, Feb 20	12:00 A.M.	Crime Dramas