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The Best Episodes of American Masters Season 3

Every episode of American Masters Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Masters Season 3!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Masters Season 3 Episode 1 - Lillian Gish: The Actor's Life for Me
    8.1/10(79 votes)

    #1 - Lillian Gish: The Actor's Life for Me

    S3:E1

    The famed career of the silent movie actress and an examination of the role of women in film during that era of American cinema.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Masters Season 3 Episode 2 - A Duke Named Ellington
    7.9/10(94 votes)

    #2 - A Duke Named Ellington

    S3:E2

    Detailed biography of the renowned jazz performer/conductor Duke Ellington and his band, including his easy-going grace and sophistication.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Masters Season 3 Episode 3 - Andre Kertesz of the Cities
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Andre Kertesz of the Cities

    S3:E3

    A retrospective of the urban photography of Andre Kertesz, told by tracking him in the final years before his death.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Masters Season 3 Episode 4 - Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul
    7.7/10(105 votes)

    #4 - Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul

    S3:E4

    Franklin's life - from gospel to Grammy Awards.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Masters Season 3 Episode 5 - Rivera in America
    7.2/10(66 votes)

    #5 - Rivera in America

    S3:E5

    The murals and politics of the famed Mexican artist Diego Rivera.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Masters Season 3 Episode 6 - Saint-Gaudens: Masque of the Golden Bowl
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Saint-Gaudens: Masque of the Golden Bowl

    S3:E6

    A dramatic recreation of the work and career of a renowned sculptor, Augustus Saint-Gaudens

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Masters Season 3 Episode 7 - Neil Simon: Not Just for Laughs
    7.3/10(95 votes)

    #7 - Neil Simon: Not Just for Laughs

    S3:E7

    The whimsical work of the beloved playwright.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. American Masters Season 3 Episode 8 - Broadway's Dreamers: The Legacy of the Group Theatre
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Broadway's Dreamers: The Legacy of the Group Theatre

    S3:E8

    The story of "method" acting.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Lillian Gish: The Actor's Life for Me" is the best rated episode of "American Masters" season 3. It scored 8.1/10 based on 79 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/11/1988. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "A Duke Named Ellington".