American Masters Season 37 Episodes

Episode 1

Roberta Flack

Tue, Jan 24, 2023 60 mins

A profile of music icon Roberta Flack, chronicling her rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism and featuring access to her archives. Also: remarks from Rev. Jesse Jackson and Peabo Bryson.

Episode 2

Dr. Tony Fauci

Tue, Mar 21, 2023 60 mins

Dr. Anthony Fauci reflects on his life and career as a public health advocate.

Episode 3

In The Making

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 60 mins

Episode 4

Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV

Tue, May 16, 2023 60 mins

The world is experienced through the eyes of Nam June Paik.

Episode 5

Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock 'n' Roll

Fri, Jun 2, 2023 60 mins

Little Richard is a legend from the golden era of rock. Richard is the cultural lightning rod who influenced some of rock music's most distinguished icons who will validate Richard's unquestionable role in rock history: Paul McCartney, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, David Bowie, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Prince and Bruce Springsteen. As Richard boastfully claims, "I am The King and Queen of Rock and Roll."

Episode 6

Bella! This Woman's Place is in the House

Fri, Sep 8, 2023 60 mins

Follow the spectacular rise of Bella Abzug, a fiery politician and activist. See how her dedication to women's rights and progressive causes upended the Washington status quo.

Episode 7

Jerry Brown: The Disrupter

Fri, Sep 15, 2023 120 mins

Experience the political and personal journey of California's longest-serving governor.

Episode 8

Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely

Fri, Sep 22, 2023 90 mins

Follow the 50-year career of preeminent First Amendment attorney Floyd Abrams. See how his landmark cases, from the Pentagon Papers to Citizens United, helped define free speech as it is known today.

Episode 9

A Song for Cesar

Fri, Sep 29, 2023 90 mins

How Cesar Chavez and the farmworkers' movement were influenced by music and the arts.

Episode 10

Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes

Fri, Oct 6, 2023 60 mins

A profile of pioneer and virtuoso composer Max Roach, whose far-reaching ambitions were inspired and challenged by the inequities of the society around him.

Episode 11

HOPPER: An American Love Story

Tue, Jan 2, 2024 60 mins

Hopper's work is the most recognizable art in America - popular, praised, and mysterious. Countless painters, photographers, filmmakers, and musicians have been influenced by his art.

Episode 12

Moynihan

Fri, Mar 29, 2024 60 mins

Discover an international singer who captivated royalty in Europe and defied the conscience of 1939 America. Watch rare archival footage and hear audio recordings exploring her life and career from the Metropolitan Opera to the State Department.

Episode 13

The Incomparable Mr. Buckley

Fri, Apr 5, 2024 60 mins

A look at the personal and political journey of William F. Buckley.