The BEST episodes of American Masters season 16
Every episode of American Masters season 16, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of American Masters season 16!
To honor America's most notable creative artists and the inspiration behind their work. Special broadcasts profiles a cross-section of the nation's finest artistic pioneers from the past and present.
#1 - Goldwyn: The Man and His Movies
Season 16 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/7/2001
The story of the dreams and accomplishments of Samuel Goldwyn, a determined immigrant who founded a Hollywood movie dynasty.
#2 - F. Scott Fitzgerald: Winter Dreams
Season 16 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/14/2001
An examination of the themes and characters of the noted novelist.
#3 - Richard Rodgers: The Sweetest Sounds
Season 16 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/21/2001
The remarkable songs of America's best-known composer of music for the stage.
#4 - Quincy Jones: In the Pocket
Season 16 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/18/2001
Profile of the career of the ground-breaking musician and producer.
#5 - Good Rockin' Tonight: The Legacy of Sun Records
Season 16 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/28/2001
The story of how Sam Phillips founded the record company that pulled together some of the early legends of American Rock 'n' Roll.
#6 - Merce Cunningham: A Lifetime of Dance
Season 16 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/16/2001
A biography of one of the 20th century's most innovative choreographers.
#7 - Ralph Ellison: An American Journey
Season 16 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/19/2002
The impact of African-American author Ellison on the state of culture and literature in the United States.
#8 - Gene Kelly: Anatomy of a Dancer
Season 16 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/1/2002
The colorful life of the choreographer and performer who has often been acknowledged as America's most powerful and athletic dancer.