Synopsis
The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.
Episodes
Season 11
Episode 1Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.38m2
Episode 2In the 1970s, Ted buys the Atlanta Braves, launches a SuperStation, sails to an America's Cup triumph, and plans a 24-hour news network: CNN.53m3
Episode 3As the 1980s begin, Ted launches CNN. His desire for world peace prompts him to meet with Fidel Castro and later create the Goodwill Games.62m4
Episode 4In the 1990s, the Gulf War showcases CNN and its intrepid reporters; meanwhile, Ted works to preserve land and save the bison.61m5
Episode 5Ted navigates two huge corporate mergers but must also deal with the fallout from the AOL-Time Warner deal and his split from Jane Fonda.66m6
Episode 6Ted dives deeply into his philanthropic endeavors. Later, he is diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, but as he always has Ted perseveres.62m
Episode 1Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.38m2Episode 2In the 1970s, Ted buys the Atlanta Braves, launches a SuperStation, sails to an America's Cup triumph, and plans a 24-hour news network: CNN.53m3Episode 3As the 1980s begin, Ted launches CNN. His desire for world peace prompts him to meet with Fidel Castro and later create the Goodwill Games.62m4Episode 4In the 1990s, the Gulf War showcases CNN and its intrepid reporters; meanwhile, Ted works to preserve land and save the bison.61m5Episode 5Ted navigates two huge corporate mergers but must also deal with the fallout from the AOL-Time Warner deal and his split from Jane Fonda.66m6Episode 6Ted dives deeply into his philanthropic endeavors. Later, he is diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, but as he always has Ted perseveres.62mCast
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