Season 1

Season 1 (1988)


Episodes: 8

Star Cast: Edwin Newman ,



Episodes List

Ep.1 Live Pictures

Air Date: 1988-01-24

Introduction to the series and a look at sports, weddings, funerals, and other newsworthy events that were broadcast live.

Ep.2 Comedy

Air Date: 1988-02-01

A look at comedy on television, from sketch comedies to sitcoms to stand-up specials.

Ep.3 The Race for Television

Air Date: 1988-02-08

Documents the early creation of TV.

Ep.4 The Power of Pictures

Air Date: 1988-02-14

A look at murder, war, accidents, political scandal and other powerful news images.

Ep.5 Point of View

Air Date: 1988-02-22

A look at news coverage, primarily centered on American politics.

Ep.6 Drama

Air Date: 1988-02-28

A look at TV dramas, including the early days of live theatre, cop shows, miniseries, prime-time soap operas, foreign imports, and more.

Ep.7 Fun and Games

Air Date: 1988-03-07

A look at variety shows, music programs, music videos, talk shows, and game shows.

Ep.8 The Promise of Television

Air Date: 1988-03-14

The finale delves into the arts, education, children's programs, and the depiction of African Americans on TV.