Call Me Ted
The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.
Cast: Ted Turner, Jane Fonda
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Miniseries
6 episodes
1. Episode 1Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.TV-MACC38minNov 13, 2024
2. Episode 2In 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.TV-MACC53minNov 13, 2024
3. Episode 3As the 1980s begin, Ted launches CNN. His desire for world peace prompts him to meet with Fidel Castro and later create the Goodwill Games.TV-MACC1 h 2 minNov 13, 2024
4. Episode 4In the 1990s, the Gulf War showcases CNN and its intrepid reporters; meanwhile, Ted works to preserve land and save the bison.TV-MACC1 h 1 minNov 13, 2024
5. Episode 5Ted navigates two huge corporate mergers but must also deal with the fallout from the AOL-Time Warner deal and his split from Jane Fonda.TV-MACC1 h 6 minNov 13, 2024
6. Episode 6Ted dives deeply into his philanthropic endeavors. Later, he is diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, but as he always has Ted perseveres.TV-MACC1 h 2 minNov 13, 2024
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Call Me Ted
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The wild, wild life of an American media pioneer.
The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Keith R. Clarke
- Cast
- Ted Turner, Jane Fonda
- Studio
- Point Blank Productions
