Television: The First Fifty Years

Directed by Kent Hagen

19992hr 0min

Step into the time machine and embark on a captivating journey through the evolution of television in "Television: The First Fifty Years." This documentary is not just a mere recollection of the past, but a vibrant tapestry woven with clips, newsreels, and interviews that will transport you to the heart of American culture.

Meet iconic figures like Walter Cronkite, Carol Burnett, and Jay Leno as they share their insights and experiences, offering a unique perspective on the medium that has shaped generations. From the golden age of black-and-white screens to the colorful explosion of reality TV, this film encapsulates the essence of television's influence on society.

Prepare to be mesmerized by the magic of the small screen as you witness firsthand the moments that defined an era and continue to resonate with audiences today. "Television: The First Fifty Years" is not just a documentary; it's a time capsule waiting to be opened, inviting you to rediscover the power of this ubiquitous form of entertainment.

Cast

Self (archive footage)

John Wayne

Self / Opie Taylor / Ritchie Cunningham (archive footage)

Ron Howard

Self / Pamela Ewing (archive footage)

Victoria Principal

Illya Kuryakin (archive footage)

David McCallum

Self

Charlton Heston

Self (archive footage)

Carol Burnett

Self / Lucy Ricardo (archive footage)

Lucille Ball

Self

Henry Winkler

Self / Mitch Buchanon (archive footage)

David Hasselhoff

Self – The Beatles (archive footage)

Paul McCartney

Self / Batman (archive footage)

Adam West

Self

Jay Leno

Jed Clampett (archive footage)

Buddy Ebsen

Self / Oliver Douglas (archive footage)

Eddie Albert

Self

Tom Arnold

Self / John Steed (archive footage)

Patrick Macnee

Self – The Beatles (archive footage)

Ringo Starr

Donna Stone (archive footage)

Donna Reed

Self – The Beatles (archive footage)

John Lennon

Self

Billy Barty

Self / Sue Ellen Ewing (archive footage)

Linda Gray

Self (archive footage)

Ed McMahon

Self – The Beatles (archive footage)

George Harrison

Self / Robin (archive footage)

Burt Ward

Self

Milton Berle

Self (archive footage)

Bob Hope

Self (archive footage)

Imogene Coca

Self (archive footage)

Nancy Marchand

Self (archive footage)

George Burns

Self

Betsy Palmer

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