Biography · S3 · E19
Roy Rogers: American Legend
Roy Rogers, along with his wife Dale Evans, and horse Trigger become icons of the western genre.
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Roy Rogers, along with his wife Dale Evans, and horse Trigger become icons of the western genre.
Season 3
1Harry S. Truman
Date to be announced
Harry S. Truman
2Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon
60 minJul 21, 1994
His vision revolutionized industry, transformed life as we know it--and made him very, very rich.
3Mata Hari
Date to be announced
Mata Hari

4Paul Revere
Date to be announced
Paul Revere

5Bruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon
60 minJan 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!
6Sid Caesar: Television's Comedy Genius
60 minApr 12, 1994
The life of comedy genius Sid Caesar with interviews and film clips
7The Rockefellers
60 minMay 30, 1994
The Rockefellers
8Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait
60 minJun 3, 1994
Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait

9General Omar Bradley
60 minJun 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.
10Marilyn Monroe - Behind the Legend
60 minJun 10, 1994
One-hour A&E biography hosted by Jack Perkins showing the life story of Marilyn with archival footage.
11Houdini: The Great Escape
60 minJun 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.
12George Washington: Founding Father
60 minJun 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."
13Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space
60 minJul 11, 1994
Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space
14Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying
60 minJul 12, 1994
Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying
15Gene Roddenberry: Star Trek and Beyond
60 minJul 14, 1994
Biography of "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry.
16Donald Trump: Master of the Deal
60 minJul 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.
17Frank Capra: Mr. Capra Goes to America
60 minJul 25, 1994
Frank Capra's rise to fame as one of early Hollywood's most acclaimed directors.
18Davy Crockett: American Frontier Legend
60 minAug 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.
19Roy Rogers: American Legend
60 minAug 2, 1994Now viewing
Roy Rogers, along with his wife Dale Evans, and horse Trigger become icons of the western genre.
20Willie Nelson
60 minAug 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.
21Patsy Cline: Remembering Patsy
60 minAug 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.
22W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter
60 minAug 8, 1994
W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter
23Eleanor Roosevelt: A Restless Spirit
60 minAug 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.
24The Babe: The Story of Babe Ruth
60 minSep 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.
25Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith
60 minSep 12, 1994
Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith
26Bette Davis: If Looks Could Kill
60 minSep 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."
27Gilda Radner: In Her Own Words
60 minSep 14, 1994
The life of comedian and original "Saturday Night Live" star Gilda Radner.
28Benjamin Franklin: Citizen of the World
60 minSep 15, 1994
Franklin's own words come alive in this detailed portrait of America's first great statesman and Renaissance man.
29Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ
60 minSep 16, 1994
Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ
30Michelangelo: Artist and Man
60 minSep 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.
31Edgar Allan Poe: The Mystery of Edgar Allan Poe
60 minOct 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.
32Cleopatra: Destiny's Queen
60 minNov 25, 1994
Ancient art and period accounts, along with commentary from the world's leading Egyptologists brings the fabled story of Cleopatra to life.
33Van Cliburn: Concert Pianist
60 minDec 1, 1994
Biography of the legendary pianist, and his 1994 summer tour.
34Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey
60 minDec 5, 1994
Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey

35FDR: The War Years
60 minDec 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.
36Hirohito
60 minDec 7, 1994
Hirohito
37Clint Eastwood: The Man from Malpaso
60 minDec 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.
38Santa Claus
60 minDec 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.
39Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop
60 minDec 20, 1994
A look at the career of the entertainer and puppeteer and her sassy sheep character.

40Stooges: The Men Behind the Mayhem
60 minDec 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!

41FDR: Years of Crisis
60 minDec 26, 1994
42Andrew Carnegie: Prince of Steel
60 minJan 1, 1995
43Andrew Jackson: A Man for the People
60 minJan 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.
44Aristotle Onassis: The Golden Greek
60 minJan 4, 1995
45Attila: Scourge of God
60 minJan 5, 1995
46Benedict Arnold: Triumph and Treason
60 minJan 6, 1995
47Charles Dickens: A Tale of Ambition and Genius
60 minJan 9, 1995
48Charles Manson: Journey into Evil
60 minJan 10, 1995
49Charlton Heston: For All Seasons
60 minJan 11, 1995
50Christopher Columbus: Explorer of the New World
60 minJan 12, 1995
51Crazy Horse: The Last Warrior
60 minJan 13, 1995
52Daniel Boone
60 minJan 16, 1995
53Genghis Khan: Terror and Conquest
60 minJan 17, 1995
54George Custer: Showdown at the Little Bighorn
60 minJan 18, 1995
55Goebbels: Master of Propaganda
60 minJan 19, 1995
56H.G. Wells: Time Traveler
60 minJan 20, 1995
57Hercules: Power of the Gods
60 minJan 23, 1995
58Huey Long: The Kingfish
60 minJan 24, 1995
59Jack the Ripper: Phantom of Death
60 minJan 25, 1995
60John Dillinger: Public Enemy #1
60 minJan 26, 1995
61John Wilkes Booth: Assassin in the Spotlight
60 minJan 27, 1995
62Lee Harvey Oswald: An American Tragedy
60 minJan 30, 1995
63Leif Ericson: Voyages of a Viking
60 minJan 31, 1995
64Malcolm X: A Search for Identity
60 minFeb 1, 1995
65Marco Polo: Journey to the East
60 minFeb 2, 1995
66Mozart
60 minFeb 3, 1995
67Nostradamus: Prophet of Doom
60 minFeb 6, 1995
68Patrick Henry: Voice of Liberty
60 minFeb 7, 1995
69Ponce de León: The First Conquistador
60 minFeb 8, 1995
70Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective
60 minFeb 9, 1995
71Sitting Bull: Chief of the Lakota Nation
60 minFeb 10, 1995
72Susan B. Anthony: Rebel for the Cause
60 minFeb 13, 1995
73The Gettys: A Tragedy of Riches
60 minFeb 14, 1995
74The James Gang: Outlaw Brothers
60 minFeb 15, 1995
75The Red Baron: Master of the Air
60 minFeb 16, 1995
76The Vanderbilts: An American Dynasty
60 minFeb 17, 1995
77Theodore Roosevelt: Roughrider to Rushmore
60 minFeb 20, 1995
78Thomas Jefferson: Philosopher of Freedom
60 minFeb 21, 1995
79Tokyo Rose: Victim of Propaganda
60 minFeb 22, 1995
80Wild Bill Hickock: Gentleman of the Old West
60 minFeb 23, 1995
81Yitzhak Rabin: Soldier of Peace
60 minFeb 24, 1995
