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The Best Episodes of American Masters Season 19

Every episode of American Masters Season 19 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Masters Season 19!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Masters Season 19 Episode 1 - James Dean: Sense Memories
    7.5/10(140 votes)

    #1 - James Dean: Sense Memories

    S19:E1

    The brief but bright career of the cinema star who inspired an entire generation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Masters Season 19 Episode 2 - Sweet Honey in the Rock: Raise Your Voice
    8.0/10(93 votes)

    #2 - Sweet Honey in the Rock: Raise Your Voice

    S19:E2

    A profile of the musical group of African-American women who uniquely blend many cultural and historical themes in their work.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Masters Season 19 Episode 3 - George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey
    8.0/10(12 votes)

    #3 - George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey

    S19:E3

    The life of the famous movie director as told through the eyes of his son (who is also a director).

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Masters Season 19 Episode 4 - Bob Newhart: Unbuttoned
    4.1/10(125 votes)

    #4 - Bob Newhart: Unbuttoned

    S19:E4

    A chronicle of the famed comic's life and success, from humble accountant to world-famous funny man.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Masters Season 19 Episode 5 - Willa Cather: The Road is All
    8.0/10(102 votes)

    #5 - Willa Cather: The Road is All

    S19:E5

    An analyis of the writings of the early 20th century prairie writer and the inner conflicts they exposed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Masters Season 19 Episode 6 - Ernest Hemingway: Rivers to the Sea
    6.1/10(122 votes)

    #6 - Ernest Hemingway: Rivers to the Sea

    S19:E6

    The famous author and his colorful life as told through his writings, letters, and interviews with family and scholars.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Masters Season 19 Episode 7 - Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (1)
    8.4/10(12508 votes)

    #7 - Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (1)

    S19:E7

    A journey through the poetry and music of Bob Dylan.

    Director:Martin Scorsese
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. American Masters Season 19 Episode 8 - Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (2)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (2)

    S19:E8

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    Director:Martin Scorsese
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 19 Ratings Summary

"James Dean: Sense Memories" is the best rated episode of "American Masters" season 19. It scored 7.5/10 based on 140 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/11/2005. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Sweet Honey in the Rock: Raise Your Voice".