

1986–now · PBS · Running
Now in its 30th year, American Masters has produced an exceptional library of more than 160 television programs, bringing unique originality and perspective to exploring the lives and illuminating the creative journeys of our most enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists and filmmakers – those who have "left an indelible impression on our cultural landscape". Balancing a broad cast of characters and artistic approaches, while preserving historical authenticity and intellectual integrity, these portraits resonate the attention, style and substance each subject deserves. American Masters sustains high audience awareness and loyalty, averaging 2-to-5 million viewers per program.
Fridays at 9:00 PM New York time
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2026-11-25
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Ten Times Better
2025-12-16 · 30 min
Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire
2026-01-27 · 90 min
Sun Ra: Do the Impossible
2026-02-20 · 90 min
Bella! This Woman's Place Is in the House
2026-03-17 · 90 min
W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause
2026-05-19 · 90 min
Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World
2026-08-25 · 90 min
American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez
2026-10-06 · 90 min
Liz Diller
2026-11-24 · 90 min
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American Masters | W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel With a Cause | Season 40
PBS · Feb 10, 2026
How Dick Van Dyke’s career reflected the evolution of television
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Ten performances that defined Dick Van Dyke’s career
PBS · Nov 26, 2025
PBS’s American Masters to Celebrate Dick Van Dyke
Media Play News · Nov 8, 2025
Renegades | American Masters
PBS · Jul 26, 2024
Walshy Fire: Pull Up
PBS · Apr 11, 2023