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Call Me Ted

The wild, wild life of an American media pioneer.

  • 2024
  • Ended
  • Documentary
  • 1 season
  • 7.0/10

The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.

Latest: Miniseries · 2024

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  1. E1. Episode 1

    Nov 13, 2024 · 38m

    Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.

  2. E2. Episode 2

    Nov 13, 2024 · 53m

    In 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.

  3. E3. Episode 3

    Nov 13, 2024 · 62m

    As the 1980s begin, Ted launches CNN. His desire for world peace prompts him to meet with Fidel Castro and later create the Goodwill Games.

  4. E4. Episode 4

    Nov 13, 2024 · 61m

    In the 1990s, the Gulf War showcases CNN and its intrepid reporters; meanwhile, Ted works to preserve land and save the bison.

  5. E5. Episode 5

    Nov 13, 2024 · 66m

    Ted navigates two huge corporate mergers but must also deal with the fallout from the AOL-Time Warner deal and his split from Jane Fonda.

  6. E6. Episode 6

    Nov 13, 2024 · 62m

    Ted dives deeply into his philanthropic endeavors. Later, he is diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, but as he always has Ted perseveres.

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