Movies and TvShows featuring "television-history" theme.

Joy is a biographical comedy drama about a woman named Joy who overcomes obstacles and builds a successful business empire. Despite a dysfunctional family and a lack of support, Joy's determination leads her to invent a self-wringing mop that becomes a huge success. She faces challenges such as patent disputes and unscrupulous manufacturing plants but ultimately triumphs through her perseverance and tenacity.

In the '90s, TV’s stunt-filled “American Gladiators” thrilled fans. This docuseries explores the show’s success and how it almost ended before it began.

imagine... follows celebrated British TV writer Russell T Davies as he prepares to return as the showrunner of Doctor Who – with two Doctors and bigger ambitions.

Even big stars need to stand in front of the director and audition for their roles, and some of the best screen tests are from the early years of legends. See some of Hollywood's top names and greatest talents in their very first appearances on celluloid. From Dustin Hoffman's 1966 stock and personality tests to Raquel Welch and James Coburn cavorting for Our Man Flint, from The Three Stooges to Rock Hudson, see stars trying to get on film.

A documentary series focusing on the legends that helped launched TV and left lasting impression on sitcoms, talk shows, variety shows and game shows in television's early years.

Over the last fifty years, America has been fascinated by Star Trek since it first aired in September of 1966. This 2-hour documentary celebrates the 50th anniversary through interviews with cast and crew members from every television series and the original films.

Being the Ricardos is a movie based on the true story of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, famous for their roles in the iconic TV show I Love Lucy. Set in the 1950s, the film explores their complex relationship as they deal with the pressures of show business and the difficulties of maintaining a successful marriage. As they face challenges both in their personal lives and in their careers, Lucy and Desi must find a way to balance their love for each other with their professional ambitions. The movie delves into their struggles, their triumphs, and the impact they had on television history.

Disclosure is a documentary that delves into the evolution of the portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters on television, highlighting both progress and challenges faced by the community. It explores the impact of these representations on society and offers insights into the ongoing struggle for transgender rights and gender equality. Through interviews with celebrities and industry professionals, Disclosure sheds light on the significance and importance of authentic transgender narratives in mainstream media.

A celebration of NBC's 75 year history, featuring clips of special moments.

This docuseries reunites audiences with the television friends, families, and co-workers they grew up with while introducing cutting-edge comedies that are sure to be your next binge-watch. Featuring over 180 original interviews with sitcom icons the series breaks down how sitcoms have helped generations of Americans navigate an ever-shifting cultural landscape.

The definitive overview of the adventures of the legendary Boys from the Dwarf. This three-part series charts the origins, production and legacy of everything associated with the sci-fi comedy.

What We Left Behind is a documentary that takes a comprehensive look at the creation and impact of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, featuring interviews with the cast, crew, and fans. The film delves into the show's unique approach to storytelling and its enduring legacy in the science fiction genre. With behind-the-scenes footage and in-depth discussions, this documentary offers a fascinating glimpse into the making of one of the most beloved shows in television history.

Between comings and goings in time, over 8 decades, the story of a poor country girl who fulfills the dream of becoming a great star, always in search of her truth.

Exploring the reign, and fall from grace, of the inimitable British soap star, Noele Gordon.

Quiz (2020) is a TV show that tells the story of a major scandal in the British television industry. When a contestant on a popular game show is accused of cheating, an army major and his wife find themselves at the center of a high-profile trial. The show explores themes of manipulation, conspiracy, and the murky world of television history. Based on a true story, Quiz takes viewers on a journey through a captivating courtroom drama.

This ABC/PEOPLE television special highlights the impact of the soap opera. In today's shifting television landscape, "The Story of Soaps" traces how female creators migrated from radio to television to become the dominant force in daytime for more than three decades. Today, the legacy of the soap opera continues all over prime time and reality t.v. An extensive look is taken at this iconic, impactful genre.

A collection of bloopers and outtakes from an enormous selection of Hollywood classic productions spanning from the 1930s through the 1980s.

Blackadder's Most Cunning Moments (2008) is a documentary that takes a humorous and insightful look at the clever and cunning plans devised by the characters in the beloved British comedy TV series Blackadder. From the devious schemes of Edmund Blackadder to the witty plans of Baldrick, this documentary explores the hilarious moments that made the show a classic.

Live from New York: The First 5 Years of Saturday Night Live is a documentary that showcases the early years and influential moments of the iconic sketch comedy show. It provides an inside look into the creation, challenges, and triumphs of the groundbreaking program, revealing the behind-the-scenes stories, insightful interviews with the cast and crew, and the cultural impact it had on television history.