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The Best Episodes of American Masters Season 18

Every episode of American Masters Season 18 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Masters Season 18!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Masters Season 18 Episode 4 - Balanchine
    8.6/10(283 votes)

    S18:E4

    A retrospective on the life and work of George Balanchine, a founder of American ballet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Masters Season 18 Episode 1 - Arthur Miller, Elia Kazan and the Blacklist
    8.2/10(166 votes)

    S18:E1

    The dispute between one of America's most influential playwrights and a respected movie director over actions taken during the "red scare" of the 1950s.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Masters Season 18 Episode 6 - Henry Luce and Time-Life's America: A Vision of Empire
    8.0/10(587 votes)

    S18:E6

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Masters Season 18 Episode 8 - Julia! America's Favorite Chef
    8.0/10(122 votes)

    S18:E8

    Through an interview with Julia herself, filmed in her fabled kitchen, and rare images from the photo collection of Paul Child and from family photo albums, Julia Child is revealed as few have seen her before in this tribute and testament to a great American icon.

    Director:Marilyn H. Mellowes
    Writer:Marilyn H. Mellowes

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  5. American Masters Season 18 Episode 2 - James Brown: Soul Survivor
    7.6/10(113 votes)

    S18:E2

    The highs and lows of the life of James Brown, the colorful and controversial "Godfather of Soul".

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Masters Season 18 Episode 3 - Cary Grant: A Class Apart
    7.4/10(68 votes)

    S18:E3

    “Eternally elegant” screen superstar Cary Grant (1904-86) is profiled. Included are clips from his films and interviews with ex-wife Betsy Drake and widow Barbara Grant. There are also comments from biographers and film critics, and costars Eva Marie Saint and Martin Landau. Helen Mirren is the narrator, and Jeremy Northam provides the voice of Grant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Masters Season 18 Episode 7 - Hank Williams: Honky Tonk Blues
    7.3/10(189 votes)

    S18:E7

    The brief but impressive career of the man most responsible for defining what is modern "country music".

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. American Masters Season 18 Episode 5 - Judy Garland: By Myself
    7.0/10(76 votes)

    S18:E5

    A detailed examination of the celebrated vocalist's career, from her amazing successes to her self-doubts and personal problems.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 18 Ratings Summary

"Balanchine" is the best rated episode of American Masters season 18. It scored 8.6/10 from 283 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on January 14, 2004. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Arthur Miller, Elia Kazan and the Blacklist".