Bill Cosby Revives the Sitcom

Season 4

In the Fall of 1984, Bill Cosby almost single handedly revived the sitcom genre.

In the Fall of 1984, Bill Cosby almost single handedly revived the struggling sitcom genre. In "The Cosby Show," the comedian simply did what he did best: told stories about his family.

AIR DATE 4/21/14

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About Pioneers of Television

The four-part series examines the people who left their imprint on sitcoms, late-night, variety and game shows in the early days of the medium. The program features interviews with legendary stars, including Dick Van Dyke, Mary Tyler Moore, Art Linkletter, Andy Griffith, Betty White, Phyllis Diller, Jim Nabors, Marlo Thomas, Jonathan Winters, Ed McMahon and Merv Griffin. Using never-before-seen images and showcasing timeless clips, the documentary examines the entertainers that provided the classic scenes that still amuse us today.

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