E! True Hollywood Story Season 4 Episodes

Episode 1

Village People

Sun, Jan 2, 2000

Profiling 70's disco band "The Village People". The hits include "YMCA", "Macho Man", "In the Navy" along with interviews and the death of their record producer and songwriter Jacques Morali.

Episode 2

Dennis the Menace Revealed: The Jay North Story

Sun, Jan 9, 2000

The documentary profiled Jay North, the star of Dennis the Menace, from the 1950s about his life as a child star and his activism for other child actors.

Episode 3

Dorothy Stratten

Sun, Jan 16, 2000

Delving on the short life of Playboy Playmate Dorothy Stratten, was murdered at the age of 20 by her jealous husband/manager Paul Snider on August 14, 1980. Interviews, Film and TV clips included.

Episode 4

The Twilight Zone Trial

Sun, Jan 23, 2000

The documentary profiled the tragedy of the deaths of actor, Vic Morrow, and two child actors while filming the movie, "The Twilight Zone."

Episode 5

Rod Serling: Beyond the Twilight Zone

Tue, Jan 25, 2000

The documentary profiled the life, times and death of Rod Serling, the creator of "The Twilight Zone."

Episode 6

Scott Hamilton

Sun, Jan 30, 200060 mins

Identifying male skater Scott Hamilton. Interviews and, his victory over testicular cancer.

Episode 7

Andy of Mayberry

Sun, Feb 6, 200060 mins

Identifying the 1960's hit sitcom "The Andy Griffith Show" (1960-1968). Interviews with the stars, clips, etc.

Episode 8

The Mod Squad

Sun, Feb 13, 2000

Identifying crime drama "The Mod Squad" (1968-1973)

Episode 9

Cheech & Chong

Sun, Feb 20, 2000

Comedy duo Cheech and Chong were profiled. The duo sold comedic albums and, starred in movies like 1978's "Up In Smoke", among others.

Episode 10

La Toya Jackson

Sun, Feb 27, 2000

The documentary profiled the life and times of entertainer, LaToya Jackson. She is a member of the legendary Jackson family.

Episode 11

Burt Reynolds

Sun, Mar 5, 2000120 mins

The documentary profiled the life and times of actor, Burt Reynolds, from movies to television career and his marriage to Loni Anderson.

Episode 12

Billy Jack

Sun, Mar 12, 2000

From his high school days as a bright, athletic but rebellious youth to his final attempt at one last Billy Jack movie three decades later, actor/writer/director Tom Laughlin was obsessed with having his career be done his way and on his own terms. Sometimes he succeeded, but often his head-butting resulted in public failures and another bankruptcy. This bio includes his time running a Montessori school, becoming an expert on Jungian psychology, pushing his views on religion and politics, and culminating in his run for US President.

Episode 13

Al Adamson: Murder of a B-Movie King

Sun, Mar 26, 2000

The documentary profiled the murder of Al Adamson, movie producer.

Episode 14

Flashdance

Sun, Apr 2, 2000

The documentary profiled the movie, "Flashdance," and its history. The film won an Academy Award for Original Song for Irene Cara.

Episode 16

Death by Disco

Sun, Apr 16, 2000

The documentary profiled the murder at a New York City disco and an interview with Village Voice columnist, Michael Musto.

Episode 17

Roseanne

Sun, Apr 23, 2000

The documentary covered the behind the scenes of the sitcom series, "Roseanne." The profile included interviews with Laurie Metcalf and Shelley Winters.

Episode 18

Siegfried & Roy

Sun, Apr 30, 200060 mins

The documentary profiled the entertaining career of Siegfried and Roy, a Las Vegas duo and institution from Europe to the Strip.

Episode 19

Jim J. Bullock

Sun, May 7, 2000

Profile of actor Jim J. Bullock. As a child growing up in Odessa, Texas, Bullock dreamed of making it in Hollywood. In 1977, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in show business. Just three years later, he landed a role on the hit sitcom "Too Close For Comfort." In the years to follow, Bullock tried to conceal his homosexuality, tested positive for HIV, filed for bankruptcy and battled drug addiction.

Episode 20

The Sam Sheppard Murder Case

Sun, May 21, 2000

The documentary profiled the murder case of Sam Sheppard.

Episode 21

David Strickland

Sun, Jun 4, 2000

The documentary profiled David Strickland, an actor from the Suddenly Susan sitcom, who committed suicide.

Episode 22

Claudine Longet & Spider Sabich

Sun, Jun 11, 2000

The documentary profiled Claudine Longet and Spider Sabich.

Episode 23

John Holmes and the Wonderland Murders

Sun, Jun 18, 2000

The documentary profiled John Holmes and the Wonderland murders with interviews and archive footage.

Episode 25

Jesse Ventura

Sun, Jul 2, 200060 mins

The documentary profiled Jesse Ventura who was a Navy Seal, Wrestler and Minnesota Governor.

Episode 26

Rick and Darva: The Million Dollar Mistake

Sun, Jul 9, 200060 mins

The documentary profiled Rick Rockwell and Darva Conger.

Episode 27

Little Richard

Sun, Jul 16, 2000

The documentary profiled the life and times of singer, musician and songwriter, Little Richard.

Episode 28

David Carradine

Sun, Jul 30, 200060 mins

This docu-drama biography follows the life of the original "King Fu" from TV stardom to movie stardom through drug addiction and back.

Episode 29

Eight Is Enough

Sun, Aug 6, 2000

Identifying the ABC drama "Eight is Enough" (1977-1981). Describes about the inexplicable cancellation of the series, squabbles behind the scenes, death, drugs, stalking, etc. Interviews with Dick Van Patten, Susan Richardson, Connie Needham, Lani O'Grady (before her death in 2001), Willie Aames, Betty Buckley, Joan Prather, director Harry Harris, Tom Braden and, William Blinn.

Episode 30

Dallas

Sun, Aug 13, 2000120 mins

When "Dallas," a CBS drama about a wealthy Texas family, premiered, no one predicted the phenomenal worldwide success that it would become. Throughout its 1978-1991 run, the show went through many twists and turns both on-screen and off-screen, from the zenith of the "Who Shot J.R." craze of 1980 to the nadir of the 1985-1986 "Dream Season," and a huge rate of cast member turnover in-between.

Episode 31

Good Times

Sun, Aug 20, 200060 mins

Identifying the CBS hit sitcom "Good Times" along with the catchphrase "DY-NO-MITE". Also it describes the development, show, ratings and, includes interviews.

Episode 32

Wally George

The documentary profiled the life and times of Wally George with interviews.

Episode 33

All in the Family

Sun, Aug 27, 2000120 mins

The cast members of All in the Family (1971), with the exception of 'Sally Struthers', share what they remember about working on the show. Like how people would react to the racial slurs and language used on the show, since this was the first show that ever used those kinds of words. A lot of people liked it, but a lot of people didn't and that included 'Lucille Ball' but that didn't amount to a pile of beans! The show became a success. Discussed are the spats Norman Lear and Carroll O'Connor had about the scripts and how Archie was almost killed in a convention show. Also discussed were problems between the costars and what-have-you, and about the show's sequel Archie Bunker's Place (1979) and the very short running 704 Hauser (1994).

Episode 34

Dirty Dancing

Sun, Sep 3, 2000120 mins

The documentary profiled the making of the 1987 sleeper film hit, "Dirty Dancing," with cast and crew interviews.

Episode 35

Brigitte Nielsen

Sun, Sep 10, 2000

The story of model turned actress Brigitte Nielsen, and her rise to stardom.

Episode 36

Bruce Jenner

Sun, Sep 17, 200060 mins

The documentary profiled the life of Olympic champion and television personality, Bruce Jenner.

Episode 37

Scotty Schwartz: From Child Star to Porn Star

Sun, Oct 1, 2000

Profile of Scotty Schwartz, a child actor who went from a promising career in mainstream Hollywood films to porn movies.

Episode 38

Welcome Back, Kotter

Sun, Oct 8, 2000

Outlining, the ABC sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter" that became a hit after its first year. During the success, their breakout star John Travolta who portrayed, Vinnie Barbarino was plucked by Robert Stigwood who offered Travolta a three picture deal. While the Travolta craze was going, there are tensions behind the scenes: Marcia Strassman, was becoming disenchanted with her role as Julie Kotter, she was only seen in the beginning and end joke of the series. Gabe Kaplan, who portrayed the teacher had several clashes with producer James Komack such as creative differences. The ratings began to drop after the third season because, the actors were close to their late 20s playing high school students. After the vast successes of "Saturday Night Fever" and "Grease", John Travolta decided to alter his original five year contract to give him more time, to make films. In the fourth season, Travolta was billed as "Special Guest Star" in eight episodes. Gabe Kaplan, was mostly absent from the final season due to creative differences. According to Pallilo (who portrayed Horshack), the night that the episode was going to air when, Horshack gets married. The episode, was preempted when then president Jimmy Carter was discussing about the Oil Crisis. Finally, it also discusses what the stars were doing after the shows cancellation.

Episode 39

American Crime Fighter: John Walsh

Sun, Oct 15, 200060 mins

The documentary profiled the life and times of John Walsh, host of America's Most Wanted, and the tragic murder of his young son, Adam, in Florida.

Episode 41

The Murder of Lobster Boy

Sun, Oct 22, 2000

The documentary profiled the murder case of the lobster boy.

Episode 43

Patty Hearst

Sun, Nov 12, 2000

The documentary covered Patty Heart's life including her kidnapping.

Episode 44

Jane Fonda

Sun, Nov 19, 2000

People from the past and present talk about Jane Fonda's many facets. From actress, to activist, to aerobics guru, to wife of a millionaire

Episode 45

Cheers

Sun, Nov 26, 2000

Chronicling the NBC sitcom "Cheers" that was saved from cancellation to a ratings bonanza.

Episode 46

I Dream of Jeannie...

Mon, Nov 27, 200060 mins

The documentary profiled the hit comedy series, "I Dream of Jeannie," with cast and crew interviews.

Episode 47

Wayne Newton

Sun, Dec 3, 2000120 mins

The documentary profiled the life and times of Las Vegas entertainer, Wayne Newton.

Episode 49

H. R. Pufnstuf: The Strange World of Sid and Marty Krofft

Sun, Dec 24, 200060 mins

The documentary profiled the creative world of Sid and Marty Krofft, creators of H.R. Pufnstuf and other children's series.

Episode 50

Ernest Goes to Hollywood: Jim Varney

Tue, Jan 9, 200160 mins

Interviewed are people who have worked with Jim Varney over the years, as well as archive footage of Jim himself. Discussed are Jim Varney's early acting days of serious films and soon becoming the goodball Ernest P. Worrell, Jed Clampett in the Beverly Hillbillies movie, Slinky Dog in Toy Story 1 & 2, and how his love of cigarettes caused his death of lung cancer in February, 2000. He smoked ever since he was 15. A sad end for such a talented comedian.