The new Golden Age of television is now. In the expansive world of modern television, more groundbreaking shows are being created today than ever before. America in Primetime showcases this iconic American art form.

This series is structured around the most compelling shows on television today, unfolding over four hours and weaving between past and present. Each episode focuses on one character archetype that has remained a staple of primetime through the generations--the Man of the House, the Crusader, the Independent Woman and the Misfit--capturing both the continuity of the character, and the evolution. The finest television today has its foundation in the best television of yesterday.

At the heart of the series are more than one hundred in-depth interviews with top talent in primetime--the creators, writers, and actors who give life to characters we have come to know, love, and live with. Enjoy an unusual opportunity to experience the creative process from the inside out.

Each episode of the series focuses on one of the key archetypes...
Man of the House: showcases the evolution of men from the kings of their castles in classic family sitcoms to more intricate, conflicted figures in modern shows. It features: Father Knows Best; All in the Family; and The Cosby Show. 

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