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John William Carson (October 23, 1925 – January 23, 2005) was an American television host, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known as the host of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992). Carson received six Primetime Emmy Awards, the Television Academy's 1980 Governor's Award, and a 1985 Peabody Award. He was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 1987. Carson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992 and received a Kennedy Center Honor in 1993.

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6 morts dans la nuit : « De sang-froid » – Truman Capote Trailer (2024)

20 November 2024

To write In Cold Blood (1966), a nonfiction novel that revolutionized world literature, Truman Capote (1924-84) spent five years in Kansas researching the murder of members of the Clutter family and collecting the confidences of its two authors.

Biography: Bob Hope: America's Entertainer Trailer (2003)

22 August 2003

His career started in the glory days of vaudeville. More than 70 years later, he is revered as the most popular and influential entertainer of the century, the show-biz giant all others are measured against.

TV's Funniest Comedians - 14 Stars Do Classic Routines Trailer (1986)

16 April 1986

A compilation film of stand up performances and comedy routines featuring some of the biggest stars in the early years of television.

Live and Swingin': The Ultimate Rat Pack Collection Trailer (2003)

30 December 2003

Collection of songs performed at the "Frank Sinatra Spectacular," a 1965 benefit by the various members of the Rat Pack.

Murder at N.B.C. Trailer (1966)

19 October 1966

A comedy classic whodunit with an amazing comedic ensemble group. An hour comedy special in which Bob Hope plays a mad scientist who invents a nuclear chemical that is capable of shrinking the United States.

Mike Wallace Is Here Trailer (2019)

26 July 2019

For over half a century, 60 Minutes' fearsome newsman Mike Wallace went head-to-head with the world's most influential figures.

The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 1 Trailer (2001)

22 February 2001

This Bob Hope Special called “Highlights of a Quarter Century” begins his 26th year with NBC in 5

Laurel and Hardy: A Tribute to the Boys Trailer (1992)

05 April 1992

Modern comedians share their thoughts about Laurel and Hardy. Also includes archival footage of contemporary comedians.

Friars Club Roast of Don Rickles Trailer (1970)

30 September 1970

The New York Friars club roasts Don Rickles. Hosted by Johnny Carson.

Carnival Nights Trailer (1968)

20 March 1968

Jack Benny presents a variety hour with a carnival theme that stars Lucille Ball, Johnny Carson, Ben Blue, and Paul Revere and The Raiders.

The Minnie Riperton Story Trailer (2009)

07 June 2009

Documenting the rise and finite career of late R&B recording artist Minnie Riperton.

Jack Benny: Comedy in Bloom Trailer (1992)

05 October 1992

Co-stars and celebrity admirers go through Benny's entire career

The World of Jim Henson Trailer (1994)

23 November 1994

In this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explored, from his six-second commercial beginnings to a five-season run on ABC of The Muppet Show to several theatrically released films, including five Muppet movies, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth.

Johnny Goes Home Trailer (1982)

15 February 1982

Johnny Carson makes a nostalgic visit back to his hometown of Norfolk, Nebraska in the fall of 1981, revisiting the places of his youth and talking with some of the people he grew up with.

The Battered Bastards of Baseball Trailer (2014)

20 January 2014

Hollywood veteran Bing Russell creates the only independent baseball team in the country—alarming the baseball establishment and sparking the meteoric rise of the 1970s Portland Mavericks.

Hollywood's Funniest All-Star Bloopers Trailer (1985)

01 January 1985

William Shatner, Liz Taylor and many more stars blow lines, lose their pants and more in this hilarious collection of movie and TV bloopers.

Bob Hope: Laughing With the Presidents Trailer (1996)

23 November 1996

For 11 Presidents, Bob Hope was a golfing buddy, national jester and constant guest at the White House.

The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 2 Trailer (2001)

22 February 2001

This Bob Hope Special called “Highlights of a Quarter Century” begins his 26th year with NBC in 5

The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain Trailer (2023)

03 May 2023

On April 18, 1955, the pathologist performing the autopsy on Albert Einstein covertly steals the genius's brain, hoping to uncover the secret of brilliance.

The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show Trailer (2020)

15 April 2020

For one week in February 1968, Johnny Carson gave up his chair to Harry Belafonte, the first time an African-American had hosted a late night TV show for a whole week.

This Is Bob Hope... Trailer (2017)

29 December 2017

During his career, Bob Hope was the only performer to achieve top-rated success in every form of mass entertainment.

Breakdown: 1975 Trailer (2025)

18 December 2025

In 1975, as America faced social and political upheaval, filmmakers turned chaos into art.

Lucy Moves to NBC Trailer (1980)

08 February 1980

Contacted by Fred Silverman, the President of NBC, Lucille Ball accepts to go back to work as a producer.

Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street Trailer (2021)

23 April 2021

Take a stroll down Sesame Street and witness the birth of the most influential children's show in television history.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '80s & '90s: The King of Late Night Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 3 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '80s & '90s. Some of today's top comedy stars made their Tonight debuts around this time.

John Candy: I Like Me Trailer (2025)

04 September 2025

Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.

Behind the Candelabra Trailer (2013)

26 May 2013

Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his (much younger) lover, Scott Thorson, is recounted.

Joys Trailer (1976)

05 March 1976

Over fifty of the greatest living comedians are called to a party at Bob Hope's house, where each of them is systematically killed (and their bodies thrown in Hope's pool!).

Won't You Be My Neighbor? Trailer (2018)

29 June 2018

For more than thirty years, and through his television program, Fred Rogers (1928-2003), host, producer, writer and pianist, accompanied by his puppets and his many friends, spoke directly to young children about some of life's most important issues.

Bad Hostage Trailer (2024)

13 June 2024

In a investigation into the pernicious origins of Stockholm Syndrome, a thrilling family story intersects with a dramatic bank robbery in Sweden (1973) and the famous kidnapping of Patty Hearst (1974).

The Front Runner Trailer (2018)

06 November 2018

Gary Hart, former Senator of Colorado, becomes the front-runner for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1987.

Koyaanisqatsi Trailer (1983)

27 April 1983

Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '60s & '70s: Heeere's Johnny! Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 1 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '60s & '70s. I'm often asked, "What is your favorite moment during the 30 years you hosted The Tonight Show?" I really don't have just one.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - The Final Show: America Says Farewell Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 4 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Final Show (May 22, 1992). Carson's touching and historic "Final Show," which finds the host simply talking to his audience and showing highlights--or just the faces--from his years on the set.

Jim Henson Idea Man Trailer (2024)

18 May 2024

Featuring unprecedented access to Jim Henson's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world.

The Great Toilet Paper Scare Trailer (2020)

15 February 2020

The untold story of a notorious incident involving Johnny Carson, a lot of toilet paper, and millions of fearful Americans.

Audrey Trailer (2020)

30 November 2020

An unprecedented and intimate look at the life, work and enduring legacy of British actress Audrey Hepburn (1929-1993).

James Stewart: A Wonderful Life Trailer (1987)

13 March 1987

Documentary about James Stewart's long career as an actor and positive personal life.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '70s & '80s: The Master of Laughs! Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 2 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '70s & '80s. The moments that spring immediately to mind include some very funny sketches with Betty White, a superb comedienne.

Lucy's Really Lost Moments Trailer (1956)

01 January 1956

The legendary Lucille Ball as you've never seen her before! Laugh along with Lucy and Desi in these extremely rare television appearances, beautifully restored! Includes a rare appearance of the I Love Lucy cast on the Bob Hope Show and the lost Lucy pilot.

The Best of Johnny Carson Trailer (2010)

01 January 2010

This collection features the most memorable and iconic personality in all of late night television. It includes 21 rare episodes from favorite television classics The Johnny Carson Show, The Johnny Carson Morning Show and Sid Caesar's Hour!

Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic Trailer (2013)

23 April 2013

Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of Richard Pryor - one of America's most brilliant, iconic comic minds.

NBC: The First Fifty Years Trailer (1976)

21 November 1976

A celebration of 50 years of NBC broadcasting in radio and television, since first going on the airwaves on 15 November 1926.

Quality Balls: The David Steinberg Story Trailer (2013)

24 May 2013

A look at the life and work of Canadian comedy icon David Steinberg.

CBS Salutes Lucy: The First 25 Years Trailer (1976)

28 November 1976

CBS honors Lucille Ball with this celebration of her three CBS series: I Love Lucy, The Lucy Show and Here's Lucy.

Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour Trailer (1987)

25 November 1987

Jay Leno hosts "Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour," a one hour special featuring a humorous look at the American family.

Llyn Foulkes One Man Band Trailer (2013)

20 June 2013

This documentary follows painter and musician Lyn Foulkes from age 70 to 77 as he labors to complete two astonishing tableaux that demonstrate his outsider's perspective and eye for evocative imagery.

The Dean Martin Christmas Show Trailer (1968)

19 December 1968

A Classic Holiday Celebration with Dean and Friends.

Cancel My Reservation Trailer (1972)

21 September 1972

Bob Hope is a stressed out talk show host who is sent on a vacation to Arizona on doctor's orders and has to play Sherlock Holmes with his wife, the lovely Eva Marie Saint, to solve a series of murders that has Bob as the prime suspect.

Gone Before His Time: Freddie Prinze Sr. Trailer (2023)

20 December 2023

A deep dive into the short yet impactful life of the trailblazing Latino comic whose son also went on to a career of much acclaim.

Whales! Trailer (1987)

30 November 1987

An examination of whales.

The Many Faces of Jim Carrey Trailer (2023)

05 January 2023

From his humble beginnings in Canada to becoming one of Hollywood's most beloved and successful stars, The Many Faces of Jim Carrey is an intimate and revealing documentary that delves into the extraordinary life of Jim Carrey.

The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s Trailer (2002)

13 October 2002

From those early days of black and white with Ed Ames' memorable Tomahawk toss, to Tiny Tim's Technicolor wedding, to Letterman and Leno's stand-up debuts; the first decade of The Tonight Show was filled with once-in-a-lifetime classic TV moments.

Game Changers Trailer (2018)

29 June 2018

Alex Trebek hosts a documentary about television game shows featuring interviews with a number of game show hosts and producers.

Life Itself Trailer (2014)

04 July 2014

The surprising and entertaining life of renowned film critic and social commentator Roger Ebert (1942-2013): his early days as a freewheeling bachelor and Pulitzer Prize winner, his famously contentious partnership with Gene Siskel, his life-altering marriage, and his brave and transcendent battle with cancer.

Mr. Baseball, Bob Uecker Trailer (2014)

17 July 2014

Celebrating colorful broadcaster Bob Uecker and his 50-plus years in baseball. His famously undistinguished playing career led to film and TV roles, a legendary series of beer commercials, and over 100 appearances on "The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.

Whitney: Can I Be Me Trailer (2017)

24 April 2017

The life and tragic death of Whitney Houston.

My Darling Vivian Trailer (2020)

27 April 2020

The story of Vivian Liberto, Johnny Cash's first wife and the mother of his four daughters. Includes never-before-seen footage and photographs of Johnny Cash and Rosanne Cash, as well as footage featuring Reese Witherspoon, Joaquin Phoenix, Tim Robbins, Whoopi Goldberg, John C.

Butterfly in the Sky Trailer (2024)

17 March 2024

Two seconds into the bubbling synth sounds of its theme song will have a child of the 1980s or ‘90s exclaiming “Reading Rainbow!” Such is the beloved and ubiquitous nature of the classic children’s literary television show that introduced millions of kids to the wonder and importance of books.

Jeff Dunham: Talking Heads Trailer (2019)

28 May 2019

Ventriloquist/comic Jeff Dunham talks about his childhood and his start into the world of ventriloquism.