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The Best Episodes of Biography Season 3

Every episode of Biography Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Biography Season 3!

The Best Episodes of Biography Season 3

Biography is a documentary television series. It was originally a half-hour filmed series produced for CBS by David Wolper from 1961 to 1964 and hosted...
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    8.1/10(104 votes)

    #1 - Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon

    S3:E2

    His vision revolutionized industry, transformed life as we know it--and made him very, very rich.

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    6.1/10(37 votes)

    #2 - Harry S. Truman

    S3:E1

    Harry S. Truman

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    #3 - Mata Hari

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    Mata Hari

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    #4 - Paul Revere

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    Paul Revere

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    #5 - Bruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon

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    A video tribute to a martial arts legend, Bruce Lee. Examined are his early years in Hong Kong and his journey to Hollywood, his role of Kato on the TV series 'The Green Hornet', and his years as the martial arts instructor to the stars. Lee's spectacular rise to super stardom through his Kung Fu films is detailed, with a revealing look at both the on-screen action and behind the scenes controversy. Celebrity interviews include actor James Coburn talking about Lee as a teacher and collaborator, and actress Diane McBain on Lee's Kato years. Lee's successors in martial arts cinema are profiled, and theories offered about mysterious deaths of Bruce Lee and his son Brandon. Plus rare footage and more! Although his life was cut short at the age of 32, Bruce Lee-- through his movies and his teachings-- will forever be remembered as the Immortal Dragon!

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    #6 - Sid Caesar: Television's Comedy Genius

    S3:E6

    The life of comedy genius Sid Caesar with interviews and film clips

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    #7 - The Rockefellers

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    The Rockefellers

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    #8 - Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait

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    Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait

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    #9 - General Omar Bradley

    S3:E9

    Files and footage from the archives of the U.S. Naval Institute highlight this profile of the military genius who prepared America's forces for World War II.

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    #10 - Marilyn Monroe - Behind the Legend

    S3:E10

    One-hour A&E biography hosted by Jack Perkins showing the life story of Marilyn with archival footage.

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    #11 - Houdini: The Great Escape

    S3:E11

    Documentary about Harry Houdini (1874-1926) which includes on camera appearances by Patrick Culliton, Penn and Teller, and Houdini's last living assistant, Dorothy Young.

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    #12 - George Washington: Founding Father

    S3:E12

    Explore the truths and explode the myths of the man who remains "First in war, first in peace, first in the hearts of his countrymen."

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    #13 - Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space

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    Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space

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    #14 - Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying

    S3:E14

    Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying

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    #15 - Gene Roddenberry: Star Trek and Beyond

    S3:E15

    Biography of "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry.

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    #16 - Donald Trump: Master of the Deal

    S3:E16

    From his days on top of the world in the glitzy eighties to his decline and remarkable rebirth, chronicle the astonishing life of the modern Midas whose name is synonymous with wealth.

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    #17 - Frank Capra: Mr. Capra Goes to America

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    Frank Capra's rise to fame as one of early Hollywood's most acclaimed directors.

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    #18 - Davy Crockett: American Frontier Legend

    S3:E18

    He is known to millions as "the King of the Wild Frontier," but the real story of Davy Crockett is not nearly as familiar as his name.

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    #19 - Roy Rogers: American Legend

    S3:E19

    Roy Rogers, along with his wife Dale Evans, and horse Trigger become icons of the western genre.

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    #20 - Willie Nelson

    S3:E20

    Here's Willie Nelson's official, authorized biography! "Willie Nelson: My Life" is the close-up portrait of America's favorite singer/songwriter, from the days he sold one of his early hits, Family Bible, for $50 to buy milk for his children through his long struggle to superstardom. Included are frank and sometimes humorous interviews with Willie and his friends Ray Charles (who duets with Wilie on the song "Seven Spanish Angels"), Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Emmylou Harris, Sydney Pollack, Gary Busey, Mel Tillis, Ray Price, Jerry Jeff Walker and others.

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    #21 - Patsy Cline: Remembering Patsy

    S3:E21

    Patsy Cline died in a plane crash on March 5, 1963. Now, her musical legacy lives on in Remembering Patsy. This heartfelt celebration features 17 great Patsy Cline songs, and 10 rare television appearances, recently discovered and never before seen on video. You'll meet Patsy through her intimate home movies, her personal letters, as read by Arista recording artist Michele Wright, and the fond reminiscences of Patsy's husband, Charlie Dick, and Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, George Jones, Mel Tillis, Roy Clark, Eddy Arnold, Bill Anderson and Jan Howard. A new generation of stars including Trisha Yearwood, k.d. lang, Ronna Reeves, Lisa Stewart, and Marsha Thorntorn, add insight into Patsy's influence and proof positive that Patsy Cline does live on in her music.

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    S3:E22

    W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter

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    #23 - Eleanor Roosevelt: A Restless Spirit

    S3:E23

    One of this century's most respected and admired figures, she was a humanitarian who transformed the place of women in society, and in the White House. Eleanor Roosevelt created the tradition of the activist First Lady. A pioneer among Presidents' wives, she formed a staff, held press conferences, and defined an agenda beyond that of homemaker. She fought for Civil Rights, for women and the oppressed. Yet this towering public figure was also an orphan whose family was destroyed by alcoholism, the unhappy wife of a philandering husband, and a passionate friend. Experts and scholars finally succeed in connecting her public and private lives in this unique and intimate portrait. Revisit the complete, inspiring life story of Eleanor Roosevelt, champion of freedom and human dignity.

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    #24 - The Babe: The Story of Babe Ruth

    S3:E24

    Revisit the life of the immortal slugger whose incredible ability to hit home runs was matched only by his appetite for good living.

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    #25 - Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith

    S3:E25

    Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon" is the best rated episode of "Biography" season 3. It scored 8.1/10 based on 104 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 7/21/1994. This episode is rated 2.0 points higher than the second-best, "Harry S. Truman".