Biography

Season 3

1994

Episodes

1. Harry S. Truman

Harry S. Truman

Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon - Biography

2. Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon

July 21, 1994

His vision revolutionized industry, transformed life as we know it--and made him very, very rich.

3. Mata Hari

Mata Hari

4. Paul Revere

Paul Revere

Bruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon - Biography

5. Bruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon

January 18, 1994

A video tribute to a martial arts legend, Bruce Lee. Examined are his early years in Hong Kong and his journey to Hollywood, his role of Kato on the TV series 'The Green Hornet', and his years as the martial arts instructor to the stars. Lee's spectacular rise to super stardom through his Kung Fu films is detailed, with a revealing look at both the on-screen action and behind the scenes controversy. Celebrity interviews include actor James Coburn talking about Lee as a teacher and collaborator, and actress Diane McBain on Lee's Kato years. Lee's successors in martial arts cinema are profiled, and theories offered about mysterious deaths of Bruce Lee and his son Brandon. Plus rare footage and more! Although his life was cut short at the age of 32, Bruce Lee-- through his movies and his teachings-- will forever be remembered as the Immortal Dragon!

Sid Caesar: Television's Comedy Genius - Biography

6. Sid Caesar: Television's Comedy Genius

April 12, 1994

The life of comedy genius Sid Caesar with interviews and film clips

7. The Rockefellers

May 30, 1994

The Rockefellers

8. Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait

June 3, 1994

Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait

9. General Omar Bradley

June 6, 1994

Files and footage from the archives of the U.S. Naval Institute highlight this profile of the military genius who prepared America's forces for World War II.

Marilyn Monroe - Behind the Legend - Biography

10. Marilyn Monroe - Behind the Legend

June 10, 1994

One-hour A&E biography hosted by Jack Perkins showing the life story of Marilyn with archival footage.

11. Houdini: The Great Escape

June 20, 1994

Documentary about Harry Houdini (1874-1926) which includes on camera appearances by Patrick Culliton, Penn and Teller, and Houdini's last living assistant, Dorothy Young.

George Washington: Founding Father - Biography

12. George Washington: Founding Father

June 24, 1994

Explore the truths and explode the myths of the man who remains "First in war, first in peace, first in the hearts of his countrymen."

Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space - Biography

13. Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space

July 11, 1994

Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space

Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying - Biography

14. Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying

July 12, 1994

Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying

Gene Roddenberry: Star Trek and Beyond - Biography

15. Gene Roddenberry: Star Trek and Beyond

July 14, 1994

Biography of "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry.

Donald Trump: Master of the Deal - Biography

16. Donald Trump: Master of the Deal

July 21, 1994

From his days on top of the world in the glitzy eighties to his decline and remarkable rebirth, chronicle the astonishing life of the modern Midas whose name is synonymous with wealth.

Frank Capra: Mr. Capra Goes to America - Biography

17. Frank Capra: Mr. Capra Goes to America

July 25, 1994

Frank Capra's rise to fame as one of early Hollywood's most acclaimed directors.

Davy Crockett: American Frontier Legend - Biography

18. Davy Crockett: American Frontier Legend

August 1, 1994

He is known to millions as "the King of the Wild Frontier," but the real story of Davy Crockett is not nearly as familiar as his name.

19. Roy Rogers: American Legend

August 2, 1994

Roy Rogers, along with his wife Dale Evans, and horse Trigger become icons of the western genre.

20. Willie Nelson

August 4, 1994

Here's Willie Nelson's official, authorized biography! "Willie Nelson: My Life" is the close-up portrait of America's favorite singer/songwriter, from the days he sold one of his early hits, Family Bible, for $50 to buy milk for his children through his long struggle to superstardom. Included are frank and sometimes humorous interviews with Willie and his friends Ray Charles (who duets with Wilie on the song "Seven Spanish Angels"), Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Emmylou Harris, Sydney Pollack, Gary Busey, Mel Tillis, Ray Price, Jerry Jeff Walker and others.

Patsy Cline: Remembering Patsy - Biography

21. Patsy Cline: Remembering Patsy

August 5, 1994

Patsy Cline died in a plane crash on March 5, 1963. Now, her musical legacy lives on in Remembering Patsy. This heartfelt celebration features 17 great Patsy Cline songs, and 10 rare television appearances, recently discovered and never before seen on video. You'll meet Patsy through her intimate home movies, her personal letters, as read by Arista recording artist Michele Wright, and the fond reminiscences of Patsy's husband, Charlie Dick, and Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, George Jones, Mel Tillis, Roy Clark, Eddy Arnold, Bill Anderson and Jan Howard. A new generation of stars including Trisha Yearwood, k.d. lang, Ronna Reeves, Lisa Stewart, and Marsha Thorntorn, add insight into Patsy's influence and proof positive that Patsy Cline does live on in her music.

W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter - Biography

22. W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter

August 8, 1994

W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter

Eleanor Roosevelt: A Restless Spirit - Biography

23. Eleanor Roosevelt: A Restless Spirit

August 30, 1994

One of this century's most respected and admired figures, she was a humanitarian who transformed the place of women in society, and in the White House. Eleanor Roosevelt created the tradition of the activist First Lady. A pioneer among Presidents' wives, she formed a staff, held press conferences, and defined an agenda beyond that of homemaker. She fought for Civil Rights, for women and the oppressed. Yet this towering public figure was also an orphan whose family was destroyed by alcoholism, the unhappy wife of a philandering husband, and a passionate friend. Experts and scholars finally succeed in connecting her public and private lives in this unique and intimate portrait. Revisit the complete, inspiring life story of Eleanor Roosevelt, champion of freedom and human dignity.

The Babe: The Story of Babe Ruth - Biography

24. The Babe: The Story of Babe Ruth

September 1, 1994

Revisit the life of the immortal slugger whose incredible ability to hit home runs was matched only by his appetite for good living.

Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith - Biography

25. Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith

September 12, 1994

Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith

Bette Davis: If Looks Could Kill - Biography

26. Bette Davis: If Looks Could Kill

September 13, 1994

Share the magical memories - and see clips from her Oscar winning performances - in this profile of the "First Lady of the American screen."

Gilda Radner: In Her Own Words - Biography

27. Gilda Radner: In Her Own Words

September 14, 1994

The life of comedian and original "Saturday Night Live" star Gilda Radner.

Benjamin Franklin: Citizen of the World - Biography

28. Benjamin Franklin: Citizen of the World

September 15, 1994

Franklin's own words come alive in this detailed portrait of America's first great statesman and Renaissance man.

29. Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ

September 16, 1994

Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ

Michelangelo: Artist and Man - Biography

30. Michelangelo: Artist and Man

September 21, 1994

Examine the broad canvas of Michelangelo's life and legacy to probe the very soul of the artist who was recognized as a genius in his own lifetime.

Edgar Allan Poe: The Mystery of Edgar Allan Poe - Biography

31. Edgar Allan Poe: The Mystery of Edgar Allan Poe

October 27, 1994

Descend into the dark world and tragic life of the melancholy author who is the uncontested master of the macabre, and hear excerpts from his famous works.

32. Cleopatra: Destiny's Queen

November 25, 1994

Ancient art and period accounts, along with commentary from the world's leading Egyptologists brings the fabled story of Cleopatra to life.

Van Cliburn: Concert Pianist - Biography

33. Van Cliburn: Concert Pianist

December 1, 1994

Biography of the legendary pianist, and his 1994 summer tour.

Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey - Biography

34. Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey

December 5, 1994

Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey

35. FDR: The War Years

December 6, 1994

Follow the life and career of the famed politician in the years before he became president, and explore the forces that shaped his vision.

36. Hirohito

December 7, 1994

Hirohito

Clint Eastwood: The Man from Malpaso - Biography

37. Clint Eastwood: The Man from Malpaso

December 11, 1994

A look at the life and career of actor/director Clint Eastwood, including scenes from his past film and television work and interviews with friends, fellow actors and crew members who have worked with him over the years.

38. Santa Claus

December 19, 1994

A look at the "life' of Santa Claus from his beginnings as the real Saint Nicholas of Myra to the modern American and pop culture icon of Christmas.

39. Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop

December 20, 1994

A look at the career of the entertainer and puppeteer and her sassy sheep character.

Stooges: The Men Behind the Mayhem - Biography

40. Stooges: The Men Behind the Mayhem

December 23, 1994

For six decades, the Three Stooges ran amuck in a riotous frenzy of eye-poking, ear-slapping, kicks, jabs, punches and frying pans to the cranium. Now Laughsmith Entertainment and A&E offer fans of the Moronic Maestros a chance to relive the Golden Age of Stoogery. Through rare recordings, exclusive interviews and outtakes of behind-the-scenes antics, "Stooges: The Men behind the Mayhem" tells the pure, uncensored Stooge story--from the early vaudeville years with Shemp and Ted Healy, through the golden years at Columbia Pictures with Curly, to the final feature films with Curly Joe DeRita, "the last Stooge." Whether you're fascinated by the unrestrained id, or just enjoy the good, clean humor of pliers applied to the nose, you'll find something to love in this in-depth look at America's most beloved madcaps The Three Stooges!

41. FDR: Years of Crisis

December 26, 1994

No overview available.

Andrew Carnegie: Prince of Steel - Biography

42. Andrew Carnegie: Prince of Steel

January 1, 1995

No overview available.

Andrew Jackson: A Man for the People - Biography

43. Andrew Jackson: A Man for the People

January 3, 1995

A portrait of "Old Hickory," President Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), from his Tennessee law days through his military career to his tenure as the seventh U.S. President. Included: interviews with historians. Monte Markham is the narrator.