By Sidney Lumet

8.0/10 · 58 votesJan 3, 201790 min

Ranked #2 of 10 in Season 31•+1.0 vs season avg

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In a 2008 interview, director Sidney Lumet talks about his life and career, which included 44 films in 50 years.

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Episode Summary

"By Sidney Lumet" is episode 1 of American Masters season 31. It scored 8.0/10 from 58 votes, ranking #2 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.0). It aired on January 3, 2017.

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