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America in Primetime

  • 2011
  • Ended
  • Documentary
  • ~54m / ep
  • 1 season
  • 6.5/10

Structured around the most com­pelling shows on television today, each episode focuses on one character archetype that has remained a staple of primetime through the generations.

Latest: Season 1 · 2011

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  1. E1. Independent Woman

    Oct 30, 2011 · 54m

    The Independent Woman reveals how women have transformed from model housewives to complex, and sometimes controversial, characters.

  2. E2. Man of the House

    Nov 6, 2011 · 54m

    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.

  3. E3. The Misfit

    Nov 13, 2011 · 54m

    The Misfit celebrates the unique characters who defied comic stereotypes and societal expectations to reflect the diverse personalities of America.

  4. E4. The Crusader

    Nov 20, 2011 · 54m

    The Crusader delves into the increasingly grey area between right and wrong as television heroes confront internal demons while seeking their own forms of justice.