Biography Season 3, Episode 38: Santa Claus

Harry S. Truman

Harry S. Truman

60 min

Henry Ford: Tin Lizzy Tycoon

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

60 min

Mata Hari

Mata Hari

60 min

Paul Revere

Paul Revere

60 min

Bruce Lee: The Immortal Dragon

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!

60 min

Sid Caesar: Television's Comedy Genius

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

60 min

The Rockefellers

The Rockefellers

60 min

Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait

Teddy: A Kennedy Portrait

60 min

General Omar Bradley

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.

60 min

Marilyn Monroe - Behind the Legend

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

60 min

Houdini: The Great Escape

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.

60 min

George Washington: Founding Father

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."

60 min

Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space

Christa McAuliffe: Teacher in Space

60 min

Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying

Wilbur and Orville: Dreams of Flying

60 min

Gene Roddenberry: Star Trek and Beyond

Biography of "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry.

60 min

Donald Trump: Master of the Deal

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.

60 min

Frank Capra: Mr. Capra Goes to America

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

60 min

Davy Crockett: American Frontier Legend

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.

60 min

Roy Rogers: American Legend

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

60 min

Willie Nelson

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.

60 min

Patsy Cline: Remembering Patsy

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.

60 min

W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter

W.C. Fields: Behind the Laughter

60 min

Eleanor Roosevelt: A Restless Spirit

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.

60 min

The Babe: The Story of Babe Ruth

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

60 min

Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith

Pope John Paul II: Statesman of Faith

60 min

Bette Davis: If Looks Could Kill

Share the magical memories - and see clips from her Oscar winning performances - in this profile of the "First Lady of the American screen."

60 min

Gilda Radner: In Her Own Words

The life of comedian and original "Saturday Night Live" star Gilda Radner.

60 min

Benjamin Franklin: Citizen of the World

Franklin's own words come alive in this detailed portrait of America's first great statesman and Renaissance man.

60 min

Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ

Mike Tyson: Fallen Champ

60 min

Michelangelo: Artist and Man

Examine the broad canvas of Michelangelo's life and legacy to probe the very soul of the artist who was recognized as a genius in his own lifetime.

60 min

Edgar Allan Poe: The Mystery of Edgar Allan Poe

Descend into the dark world and tragic life of the melancholy author who is the uncontested master of the macabre, and hear excerpts from his famous works.

60 min

Cleopatra: Destiny's Queen

Ancient art and period accounts, along with commentary from the world's leading Egyptologists brings the fabled story of Cleopatra to life.

60 min

Van Cliburn: Concert Pianist

Biography of the legendary pianist, and his 1994 summer tour.

60 min

Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey

Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey

60 min

FDR: The War Years

Follow the life and career of the famed politician in the years before he became president, and explore the forces that shaped his vision.

60 min

Hirohito

Hirohito

60 min

Clint Eastwood: The Man from Malpaso

A look at the life and career of actor/director Clint Eastwood, including scenes from his past film and television work and interviews with friends, fellow actors and crew members who have worked with him over the years.

60 min

Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop

A look at the career of the entertainer and puppeteer and her sassy sheep character.

60 min

Stooges: The Men Behind the Mayhem

For six decades, the Three Stooges ran amuck in a riotous frenzy of eye-poking, ear-slapping, kicks, jabs, punches and frying pans to the cranium. Now Laughsmith Entertainment and A&E offer fans of the Moronic Maestros a chance to relive the Golden Age of Stoogery. Through rare recordings, exclusive interviews and outtakes of behind-the-scenes antics, "Stooges: The Men behind the Mayhem" tells the pure, uncensored Stooge story--from the early vaudeville years with Shemp and Ted Healy, through the golden years at Columbia Pictures with Curly, to the final feature films with Curly Joe DeRita, "the last Stooge." Whether you're fascinated by the unrestrained id, or just enjoy the good, clean humor of pliers applied to the nose, you'll find something to love in this in-depth look at America's most beloved madcaps The Three Stooges!

60 min

FDR: Years of Crisis

60 min

Andrew Carnegie: Prince of Steel

60 min

Andrew Jackson: A Man for the People

A portrait of "Old Hickory," President Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), from his Tennessee law days through his military career to his tenure as the seventh U.S. President. Included: interviews with historians. Monte Markham is the narrator.

60 min

Aristotle Onassis: The Golden Greek

60 min

Attila: Scourge of God

60 min

Benedict Arnold: Triumph and Treason

60 min

Charles Dickens: A Tale of Ambition and Genius

60 min

Charles Manson: Journey into Evil

60 min

Charlton Heston: For All Seasons

60 min

Christopher Columbus: Explorer of the New World

60 min

Crazy Horse: The Last Warrior

60 min

Daniel Boone

60 min

Genghis Khan: Terror and Conquest

60 min

George Custer: Showdown at the Little Bighorn

60 min

Goebbels: Master of Propaganda

60 min

H.G. Wells: Time Traveler

60 min

Hercules: Power of the Gods

60 min

Huey Long: The Kingfish

60 min

Jack the Ripper: Phantom of Death

60 min

John Dillinger: Public Enemy #1

60 min

John Wilkes Booth: Assassin in the Spotlight

60 min

Lee Harvey Oswald: An American Tragedy

60 min

Leif Ericson: Voyages of a Viking

60 min

Malcolm X: A Search for Identity

60 min

Marco Polo: Journey to the East

60 min

Mozart

60 min

Nostradamus: Prophet of Doom

60 min

Patrick Henry: Voice of Liberty

60 min

Ponce de León: The First Conquistador

60 min

Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective

60 min

Sitting Bull: Chief of the Lakota Nation

60 min

Susan B. Anthony: Rebel for the Cause

60 min

The Gettys: A Tragedy of Riches

60 min

The James Gang: Outlaw Brothers

60 min

The Red Baron: Master of the Air

60 min

The Vanderbilts: An American Dynasty

60 min

Theodore Roosevelt: Roughrider to Rushmore

60 min

Thomas Jefferson: Philosopher of Freedom

60 min

Tokyo Rose: Victim of Propaganda

60 min

Wild Bill Hickock: Gentleman of the Old West

60 min

Yitzhak Rabin: Soldier of Peace

60 min