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The Best Episodes of American Masters Season 38

Every episode of American Masters Season 38 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Masters Season 38!

American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left...
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Season 38 Ratings Summary

"HOPPER: An American Love Story" is the best rated episode of "American Masters" season 38. It scored 7.3/10 based on 38 votes. Directed by Phil Grabsky, Michael Cascio and written by Michael Cascio, Phil Grabsky, it aired on 1/2/2024. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "Moynihan".

  • HOPPER: An American Love Story
    7.3/1038 votes

    #1 - HOPPER: An American Love Story

    Season 38 Episode 1 - Aired 1/2/2024

    Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works. Known for “Nighthawks” and other evocative paintings of American life, Hopper has left a lasting impression on our culture. Meet the man behind the brush, and see how his marriage to fellow artist Josephine Nivison Hopper shaped his art and career.

    Director: Phil Grabsky, Michael Cascio

    Writer: Michael Cascio, Phil Grabsky

  • Moynihan
    8.1/1025 votes

    #2 - Moynihan

    Season 38 Episode 2 - Aired 3/29/2024

    Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan. Going beyond the "Moynihan Report," President Joe Biden, Ta-Nehisi Coates and others reflect on his decades-long fight to end national poverty.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Incomparable Mr. Buckley
    7.6/1035 votes

    #3 - The Incomparable Mr. Buckley

    Season 38 Episode 3 - Aired 4/2/2024

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    Director: Barak Goodman

    Writer: Barak Goodman

  • Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames
    7.7/1026 votes

    #4 - Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames

    Season 38 Episode 4 - Aired 8/28/2024

    Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.

    Director: Danny Gold

    Writer: Danny Gold, Michael Mayhew

  • Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined
    6.9/1016 votes

    #5 - Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined

    Season 38 Episode 5 - Aired 9/17/2024

    The Dominican-American poet and novelist Julia Alvarez burst onto the literary scene and blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Renegades: Daniel K. Inouye
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    #6 - Renegades: Daniel K. Inouye

    Season 38 Episode 6 - Aired 10/8/2024

    Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who was injured in battle during World War II, resulting in the amputation of his right arm. Posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his lifelong public service, Inouye championed the cause of justice and equality for all Americans, including people living with disabilities.

    Director: TS Botkin

    Writer: TS Botkin

  • Brenda Lee: Rockin' Around
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    #7 - Brenda Lee: Rockin' Around

    Season 38 Episode 7 - Aired 12/16/2024

    Discover the story behind singer Brenda Lee’s iconic songs and explore how her early fame and life of poverty shaped her artistry across pop, rock ‘n’ roll and country. Known for her Christmas classic and Billboard hit “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree,” she is still a force in music today. The film features interviews with Keith Urban, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo and many others.

    Director: Barbara Hall

    Writer: N/A