Staffel 1
Season 1
Television
Episoden
Episode 1
S1 · E1 · 24/01/1988
Live Pictures
Introduction to the series and a look at sports, weddings, funerals, and other newsworthy events that were broadcast live.
Episode 2
S1 · E2 · 01/02/1988
Comedy
A look at comedy on television, from sketch comedies to sitcoms to stand-up specials.
Episode 3
S1 · E3 · 08/02/1988
The Race for Television
Documents the early creation of TV.
Episode 4
S1 · E4 · 14/02/1988
The Power of Pictures
A look at murder, war, accidents, political scandal and other powerful news images.
Episode 5
S1 · E5 · 22/02/1988
Point of View
A look at news coverage, primarily centered on American politics.
Episode 6
S1 · E6 · 28/02/1988
Drama
A look at TV dramas, including the early days of live theatre, cop shows, miniseries, prime-time soap operas, foreign imports, and more.
Episode 7
S1 · E7 · 07/03/1988
Fun and Games
A look at variety shows, music programs, music videos, talk shows, and game shows.
Episode 8
S1 · E8 · 14/03/1988
The Promise of Television
The finale delves into the arts, education, children's programs, and the depiction of African Americans on TV.
