A profile of film director and producer, King Vidor. Narrated by Sydney Pollack.                                  

This documentary special won the special jury award for best network documentary.             

1976-1982

Thirty-minute documentary program exploring strange phenomena.
Hosted by Leonard Nimoy.

In search of the Loch Ness monster. (Series Premiere). 

                        

An American and British narrator relate their countries differing perspectives of the events leading up to American independence.                                        

TV writers and producers criticize the medium in "You Should See What You're Missing!" What's missing on the air, according to those interviewed, are thought-provoking, hard-hitting programs. "What you wind up with" says "Barney Miller" producer Danny Arnold, "is a kind of innocuous pablum." Similar criticisms are offered by former "MASH" producer Larry Gelbart, "Police Story" creator Joseph Wambaugh, Abby Mann ("Kojak") and Susan Harris, whose series "Fay" (cancelled last season) is among those excerpted in a look at network censorship. Also: how new shows are tested.   

NOTE: Joined in progress. Missing opening three minutes. Otherwise complete.                     

Base on the novel by Tom Wolfe. Vignettes were written and introduced by Tom Wolfe.            

Documentary special narrated by Peter Ustinov and hosted by George Plimpton. This English special focuses on efforts to protect the pouched animal of Australia, the kangaroo. 

Host: George Plimpton. Narrated by Peter Ustinov.           

A mysterious and mystical journey into the secrets of the great pyramid of Giza, Egypt. 

Host: Omar Sharif.           

A study of the Bengal Tiger in the lush forests of Nepal's Royal Chitawan. 

Narrator: Richard Widmark              

High-quality series of filmed documentaries on scientific subjects. Produced at WGBH-TV Boston. On occasion, 90 minute presentations are broadcast.

This broadcast is titled "Tongues of Men: Part I."

David Niven is the host for a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of "talking motion pictures."                                 

A documentary examining the Rise and Fall of Adolf Hitler and Nazi Germany. This special is presented in three parts on May 16th, 17th, and 18th, 1977 and runs 154 minutes. Richard Basehart narrates.       

High-quality series of filmed documentaries on scientific subjects. Produced at WGBH-TV Boston. On occasion, 90 minute presentations are broadcast.

This broadcast is titled "The Multiplicity of Languages: Part II."

Special: Paying homage to the scientific contributions of Leonardo da Vinci. Host Jacob Bronowski explores how the artist's thirst for knowledge led to discoveries in such fields as aerodynamics, anatomy and botany. The program examines the artist's notebooks, manuscripts and drawings. (Repeat)

Original 1962 self explanatory documentary hosted by Mike Wallace presenting the lives of notable celebrities, politicians and sports figures.  

The life of Clarence Darrow is profiled.                     

Original 1962 self explanatory documentary hosted by Mike Wallace presenting the lives of notable celebrities, politicians and sports figures.  

The life of French President Charles De Gaulle is profiled.                                               

Original 1962 self explanatory documentary hosted by Mike Wallace presenting the lives of notable celebrities, politicians and sports figures.  

The life of Thomas Edison is profiled.                                  

Original 1962 self explanatory documentary hosted by Mike Wallace presenting the lives of notable celebrities, politicians and sports figures.  

The life of President Dwight D. Eisenhower is profiled.                                               

Documentary special on the Duke of Windsor abdication.          

A look at the history of film from 1936-1972. with a special emphasis on the social impact of the medium and the way it reflected and influenced American life.             

See #1151 For Details.                                    

Special reflecting on the sacrifices made at home to support the World War ll war effort.

Host: Johnny Carson             

Special reflecting on the sacrifices made at home to support the World War ll war effort.

Host: Johnny Carson     

Duplicate of #8469.                     

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 


Topic: "Black Magic." This is the series premiere. 

Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                                            

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 


Topic: Animals in the movies.

Narrator: Tom Bosley                                     

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 

Topic: "Child Movie Stars." 




Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                                                         

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 

Topic: "Stars from radio, stage, and nightclubs."




Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                                                                      

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 


Topic: Movie chases. 

Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                               

Portrait of Will Rogers with James Whitmore as Will Rogers.         

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 


Topic: Remakes. 

Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                  

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 




Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                                            

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 


Topic: "Boy Meets Girl." 

Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                               

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer. 

Topic: "War Heroes In Movies." 

Narrator: Tom Bosley.                                                                                    

Syndicated 1977-1980

Half-hour documentary consisting of clips from the archives of 20th Century Fox. Jack Haley Jr. was the executive producer.

Topic: Hollywood Musicals.  

Narrator: Tom Bosley                                                                                     

An historical documentary that traces the history of Harriet Beecher Stowe's famous novel, " Uncle Tom's Cabin." Its development as a play in 1852 and its degradation of principal character, Uncle Tom. Through plays and movies in the thirties and forties that turned Tom into a baffoon, instead of the black Christ like figure, originally envisioned by Mrs, Stowe. Narrated by Rex Ellis, who also portrays Uncle Tom in dramatic segments                        

The career of Gregory Peck is profiled.

Host: Peter Lawford         

Tribute to Charlie Chaplin following his recent death. Narrated by Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. A comprehensive review of Chaplin's prolific career with clips.                    

1976-1982 (Syndicated)

Leonard Nimoy hosted this half-hour series, exploring strange phenomena, lost civilizations, and the like. 

Tonight: In Search Of Swamp Monsters. It appears that Northern California's Bigfoot is not the only awesome creature in the United States. There is some evidence the Honey Island swamp in Louisana is the home of a creature, almost human, that leaves webbed footprints in the mud and kills livestock with its bare hands. Leonard Nimoy narrates.

Arthur C. Clarke and the late Rod Serling co-host this investigative special on unexplained events and phenomena that have confounded some of the greatest scientific minds of our day.
The mystery of the Druids and Bermuda Triangle are two of the many subjects investigated. 
This special originally aired on NBC, April 3rd, 1970. 

High-quality series of filmed documentaries on scientific subjects. Produced at WGBH-TV Boston. On occasion, 90 minute presentations are broadcast.

"The Tsetse Trap" shows how 2.7 million square miles of African grazing land have been infested by the tsetse fly, an insect that's deadly to cattle and horses because of the parasite it carries.             

High-quality series of filmed documentaries on scientific subjects. Produced at WGBH-TV Boston. On occasion, 90 minute presentations are broadcast.

"Road to Happiness," a portrait of Henry Ford (1863-1947), draws upon a vintage footage shot by the industrialist's own film company. Included are clips of Ford and his family at home; the assembly line he developed to mass-produce autos; and labor clashes resulting from Ford's antagonism toward unions.

Special: A celebration of Eubie Blake. Joining Eubie are singers Alberta Hunter and Lynnie Godfrey, jazz pianist Billy Taylor and tap dancers Gregory and Maurice Hines.

A program about ragtime music includes an interview with pianist-composer Eubie Blake. Discussion includes the art of Scott Joplin.

With Dan Rather and Mike Wallace.           

1976-1982 (Syndicated). Leonard Nimoy hosts this series which explores strange phenomenon. This broadcast featured the story of John Merrick, a deformed London man of the late 1800s.