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The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.
Season 1
8.2/105 votesEpisode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/13/2024
Ted dives deeply into his philanthropic endeavors. Later, he is diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, but as he always has Ted perseveres.
Director: Keith R. Clarke
Writer: Keith R. Clarke
8.1/109 votesEpisode 2
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/13/2024
In 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.
Director: Keith R. Clarke
Writer: Keith R. Clarke
7.5/106 votesEpisode 3
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/13/2024
As the 1980s begin, Ted launches CNN. His desire for world peace prompts him to meet with Fidel Castro and later create the Goodwill Games.
Director: Keith R. Clarke
Writer: Keith R. Clarke
7.3/107 votesEpisode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/13/2024
Ted navigates two huge corporate mergers but must also deal with the fallout from the AOL-Time Warner deal and his split from Jane Fonda.
Director: Keith R. Clarke
Writer: Keith R. Clarke
7.1/1010 votesEpisode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/13/2024
Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.
Director: Keith R. Clarke
Writer: Keith R. Clarke
7.0/106 votesEpisode 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/13/2024
In the 1990s, the Gulf War showcases CNN and its intrepid reporters; meanwhile, Ted works to preserve land and save the bison.
Director: Keith R. Clarke
Writer: Keith R. Clarke